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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2002_07_03AT A GLANCE Buy into community food drive this week AJAX —Durham Centre re- tailers are showing real drive this week in helping out the new local women’s shelter. Beginning today and running until Sunday, July 7, 18 retailers at the centre, at Harwood Avenue and Kingston Road in Ajax, are collect- ing non-perishable food as part of a drive for Lighthouse, which opens later this year or early next year. Those taking part are: Addi- tion-Elle, Black’s Photography, Bowring, Chapters, Danier, Finds, Future Shop, Garage Clothing Co., George Richards Big and Tall, In- ternational Clothiers, Mark’s Work Warehouse, Moores, Navaho, Party Packagers, Pier 1, Reitmans, Roots, and Stefi Lara. Hot transformer tips police to grow home PICKERING —A smoldering electrical transformer led police and firefighters to the discovery of an indoor marijuana grow operation on Somergrove Crescent. The Pickering Fire Department was extinguishing a car fire when firefighters noticed the transformer smoking and radiating intense heat at approximately 11 p.m. Friday. Police and hydro officials were called out and determined the source of the malfunction was an il- legal electrical connection from a nearby home. Police executed a search warrant Saturday and say they found 428 marijuana plants worth $200,000 inside the resi- dence, which was empty. Police also seized $50,000 in hydroponics growing equipment. The drug enforcement unit is continuing the investigation. How do you split a car seven ways? AJAX —How do you divide a car seven ways? That was the dilemma for seven co-workers and former co- workers at Lear Corporation in Ajax when they won a 2001 BMW 325i sedan in the Oct. 17 Lotto 6/49 bonus draw. 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Now a Pickering waste trans- fer and processing facility has received approval to begin pro- viding the mega-city with some relief. Can-Sort Recycling Limited officials say they have been given Ministry of Environment and Energy (MOE) approval to receive up to 90 tonnes of waste daily from some Scarborough apartment buildings beginning yesterday and ending whenever the Toronto contract dispute is settled. “Where else is the garbage going to go?” said Can-Sort president Roy Wiltshire. “There are lineups at Keele Valley and other transfer stations in the City of Toronto.” Mr. Wiltshire said Toronto officials examined his Toy Av- enue site last week before asking the ministry to approve an emer- gency amendment to the compa- ny’s licence. Can-Sort’s current certificate of approval allows the company to take in up to 300 tonnes of in- dustrial, commercial and institu- tional (ICI) waste. No residential waste is allowed. However, the waste transfer and processing facility recently applied to amend its certificate of approval to allow it to take in 400 tonnes of waste, including residential. Mr. Wiltshire said this emer- gency amendment will now give JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Face of a patriot PICKERING –– Kayla Agnew shows her true colours during Canada Day festivities at Kinsmen Park. Residents turned out for a day of fun and frolic to mark the July 1 hol- iday and ended the day with a fireworks show. T.O. trash headed to Pickering Private school tax credit in doubt? Durham trustee believes so, but ministry official says credits will resume BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —A local trustee believes the Province is rethinking its tax credit for pri- vate school parents, something a Finance Ministry spokesman denies. Citing “our short-term fiscal situation”, namely a drop in revenue after the Sept. 11 ter- rorist attacks, Finance Minister Janet Ecker in the June 17 bud- get announced the next phase of the ‘equity in education tax credit’ would be put off for a year. Introduced in the previ- ous year’s budget, the credit for private school parents was to be doubled in January from the current 10 per cent to 20 per cent of the first $7,000 in tuition fees. By 2006, it was to be 50 per cent. “I think that’s a sign they’re going to change their minds,” Whitby Trustee Doug Ross said in an interview yesterday. “I think they’ve listened to the public; the general public does not support this.” Trustee Ross, at a Durham District School Board standing committee meeting last month, motioned that the credit be de- layed until the Province’s re- view of the education funding formula is finished later this year. In addition, he called for the money that would have been used this year for the credit to be distributed to school boards. Trustee Ross at the time said “there’s a tragedy going on in education, it’s under funded.” In Tuesday’s interview he said he was glad the second phase of the tax credit had been put off. “It didn’t make sense to spend money on a new educa- tional (practice) when we badly needed the money here and right across the Province, especially in special educa- tion,” said Trustee Ross. He believes the government A body of work: Police focus on massage parlours BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer DURHAM —It is known as the world’s oldest profes- sion, but these days prostitu- tion takes place in a whole new venue. The back seat of a car and the seedy motel with hourly rates has been replaced. In fact, the brothels of the new millen- nium are operating right inside some local massage parlours disguising themselves as legiti- mate operations as they go about the business of selling sex. They are commonly re- ferred to as body rub parlours and even though legitimate massage operations are run throughout Durham, police have shut down some business- es for running a common bawdy house and others are continuing to operate through- out the region. Earlier this year, Det. Sgt. Peter Naumgecki of the Durham Regional Police Ser- vice said body rub parlours are a growing concern in the re- gion and a number of com- plaints have been received. “A number of individuals have been charged, a number of charges have been laid and a number of these establish- ments have been closed down,” he said. Police spokesman Sgt. Paul Malik said recently the issue continues to be a major con- cern for officers. Superintendent Jim Lock- wood said Durham police shut down eight parlours last year. “I know we just shut two or three down in Oshawa,” noted Sgt. Malik. “They are still a growing concern and we still receive a lot of complaints.” Both Det. Sgt. Naumgecki and Sgt. Malik said police con- cerns over body rub parlours include unsanitary conditions, and used needles, used con- doms and used tissues, often disposed outside. They allege many of the parlours are guilty of prostitu- tion, theft, videotaping un- aware customers and the use of runaway adolescents. Police also say drugs are often a mainstay in many aspects of the sex trade, including body rub parlours. “The parking lots are unsan- itary; there is criminal activity and unsavoury characters are hanging around,” said Det. Sgt. Naumgecki. However, legitimate mas- sage parlours do exist in Durham. And, some of the women who work in the indus- try don’t conduct the same sort of business their colleagues do. Brooke is trying to stay clean in what is commonly known as a dirty business. She agreed to an interview if her identity was protected. She works as a masseuse in a Pickering body rub parlour. She has no formal training in massage, but has picked up a few techniques in her two-and- a-half years in the business. “I try to make an honest liv- ing,” she said. “But more than half of the places around have See BODY page A2 DOUG ROSS ‘I think that’s a sign they’re going to change their minds.’ See GARBAGE page A4 Michael Heck falls to his death while descending Alaskan peak BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer PICKERING —A 61-year- old Whitevale man reached the summit of North America’s highest mountain before plum- meting 300 metres to his death. The U.S. National Parks Ser- vice (NPS) said Michael Heck was descending solo from the 18,000-foot level on what is known as Denali Pass on 20,320-foot Mount McKinley in Alaska, when he fell just after midnight Sunday, June 30. John Quinley, spokesman for the parks service, said they be- lieved Mr. Heck reached the summit some time Saturday. He also said Denali Pass is known as a treacherous part of the climb. “There are a lot of accidents that have occurred there over the Mountain claims Whitevale climber See CLIMBER page A4See TAX page A4 things going on that shouldn’t be.” She is from Oshawa, but her latest job is the first body rub parlour she has worked at in Durham. She said this particular establishment is closing soon because of licensing issues in the City, forcing her to move on. But, she said moving on has become a big part of this particular business. Brooke said she does not perform sexual favours for money, never has, and when she finds someone at work doing so, she tries to put a stop to it. “I tell the owner. Then if he doesn’t fire them I move on,” she said. “When I find somebody is doing something they shouldn’t be I move on. It’s easy to move around in this business. It’s easy to find a job. The problem is most people don’t care about what’s going on.” Brooke said she is aware of parlour own- ers who turn the other cheek when they’re told about the sex trade happening inside the walls of their businesses. “There are a lot of owners who say they don’t, but they still condone it. They turn a deaf ear and if that happens I leave,” she said. “Even when an owner says he runs a clean place with no nonsense they usually turn a deaf ear to what’s going on. They know they make more money that way.” Brooke said she has to deal with a lot of men who come in expecting more than just a massage. “There’s no harm in asking,” she said. “But they have to accept no for an answer. If they don’t I walk out and they don’t get a refund. In two and a half years I’ve only had one person refuse to take no for an an- swer and the bouncers helped handle that.” She said she usually charges $40 to $45 for a half-hour massage and splits the fee with the owner. Brooke is raising four children and she said she makes a good living even without the extra dollars she could earn performing sexual acts for clients. “I could make more money, but I could also get a disease and die,” she said. “Anyone getting into this busi- ness should be very careful and keep their eyes open. It can be a clean business if you work at a good place. If you work at a bad place you could end up with a lot of problems.” Apparently even legitimate mas- sage parlours are having a tough time shaking the bad reputation. Jonna Tyturi is the owner of the Ajax Health Centre. She said she’s aware of what goes on at some other parlours, but that her business only offers massage. “We do massage therapy by ap- pointment and relaxation tech- niques. We’re like a chiropractor, nothing sexual goes on here,” she said. “It’s massage. Those places have no permits and no papers, we have certified massage therapists who have gone to school for two years. We’re a different kind of stu- dio.” She admits they occasionally turn down clients who come in with the wrong impression about what it is they do. “Some come in and ask for full body massage but we don’t do that,” she said. “They make us look bad.” Much like any business, the par- lours cannot survive without clients. Despite the legal and ethical issues involved, the demand for their ser- vices clearly exists. Bill is a Pickering resident in his early 40s; he has been a regular at Durham body rub parlours for the past six months. He asked that his real name not be used. He is divorced and said he has trouble meeting women. “I’m kind of introverted. I don’t date a lot,” he said. “I like to be friendly, but I don’t want to just come out and come on to girls. I’m too shy and it’s too hard to tell who’s married and who’s not. With (body rub parlours) it’s totally different.” They offer him an easy way to avoid confronting his fears while still allowing him the pleasures of intimacy. There is rarely, if ever, the rejection and disappointment that goes along with dating in middle age. Bill said he heard about body rub parlours from a friend. “A guy told me this other guy goes to this place...He just told me to go in and tell them what I wanted,” he said. On the advice of his friend, Bill ventured out to one Ajax body rub parlour where a young Asian girl led him into a private room. “She asked me if it was my first time and said if I give her a tip she’d be really nice to me. I said certainly,” he explained. “She started giving me a massage and then she took off her clothes and did what they call a body slide. She was naked and all over me.” Bill said his masseuse then performed oral sex. “I went back again and this time it was a different girl — same result,” he said. Over the past six months Bill said he’s been to different body rub parlours at least 10 times. “I hear about different spots through word of mouth. There are a lot of guys going,” he said. “A lot of married guys go. The girls say it’s married guy heaven. “I just go in and ask if they do erotic mas- sage... they usually tell you what they’ll do.” Bill said the parlours generally charge $45 to $50 for a massage and the ‘tip’ for sexual favours depends on the girl. He said he usually spends a total of $80 for both forms of relaxation. Putting himself in a place where he may be in danger of contracting a sexually trans- mitted disease doesn’t concern him. Bill said he uses a condom and showers after every massage. That he could be arrested if police raid a parlour he is in has never crossed his mind. “I just never though of it,” he said. “It’s not the main thing on my mind when I go there.” He added a lot of the girls seemed fairly well practised in the art of seduction. “They’re very friendly and they know a lot about men,” he said. A/P PAGE A2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 Summer Sale! 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A lot of married guys go...’ -- ‘Bill’, a regular at local parlours Durham Catholic board sets interim special-education plan Officials work to meet ministry standards for program BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Catholic school board trustees on Mon- day night approved a special- education plan for the coming school year, one that conforms to provincial standards and sets the stage for a major review of the board’s program. “The ministry is creating a greater climate of accountabil- ity,” Mitch LePage, the Durham Catholic District School Board’s assistant super- intendent in charge of special education, said in an interview. “School boards are being asked to move off a document of vision to a framework of ac- countability.” The plan is an interim one, a response to the special-educa- tion standards the Ministry of Education released in October 2000. The board’s previous plan expired earlier in 2000, and Mr. LePage said the min- istry gave the board permission to extend the previous five- year plan. Mr. LePage said whereas in the past a board would simply state in its plan that it provides special-education programs, the new standards require specifics on, for example, staffing. “You have to say how you’re going to do it,” he said. The new standards also place greater importance on the role of boards’special-edu- cation advisory committees (SEACs), said Mr. LePage, noting the groups are not just to provide input on a special- education plan, but in the preparation of the program’s budget as well. Also included in the interim plan is a new process for re- solving disputes that arise when parents and staff dis- agree on important aspects of a student’s individual education plan (IEP), tailored to the spe- cific needs of each pupil. The board plan states in the event of a conflict, a parent or guardian can request a school team meeting. The team may be made up of the principal/vice-principal, teachers, guidance staff and other staff members where it is appropriate. The team is to make final decisions regarding the IEP, but if the dispute is not re- solved at that level, the assis- tant superintendent, namely Mr. LePage, may be contacted. The board’s SEAC, in the plan, expresses two concerns they wanted on the record. The first is an objection “to the re- quirement for labelling or dif- ferentiation of students with special needs” in the board’s plan, a ministry requirement. “Many of the processes as- sociated with the funding re- quirements for these students exclude the possibility of con- sidering our children with spe- cial needs in light of their ca- pabilities and force board staff to become preoccupied with a disabilities- or inabilities- based position,” states the plan. SEAC also relays an ongo- ing concern with the intensive support amount (ISA), the spe- cial-education funding process that requires “an inordinate amount of staff time. “We believe that this has re- sulted in reduced services for our students with special needs.” SEAC said the board’s suc- cess in the ISA audit process so far has created the expecta- tion that the board will receive more funding. Mr. LePage said the board next year would review its spe- cial-education services, includ- ing whether or not it is valid to create a new, five-year plan, or whether a shorter duration is acceptable. The review will in- clude public consultation. “We need to look introspec- tively at our system and see if the way we do things is the best way,” said Mr. LePage. Longtime Durham board educators say their final goodbyes BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —You could say Norm Powers is a lifer. The Durham District School Board operations superintendent en- tered the former E.A. Lovell Public School in Oshawa as a kindergarten student in 1949. “Little did I know that I was going to spend almost the rest of my life with the Durham District School Board,” Mr. Powers told trustees at the June 17 board meeting as he said farewell. He is one of three local educators stepping down this summer after long careers; in Mr. Powers’ case, it’s one that spanned 32 years. After graduating from Central Collegiate Institute, he worked in public relations for General Motors for a few years before he started teaching in 1969. Along the way he became a vice-principal, principal, was administrative assistant to the education director for a couple of years, then became the board’s oper- ations officer before the position be- came a supervisory officer role. “I’m going to remember how Durham went from being considered an also-ran in the world of education to one of the front-runners,” he said in an interview, referring to the board winning the Bertelsmann Award as the world’s best school board in 1996. The 10 years that led up to the award he calls “the change years” for the board, when it stepped into the modern era, if you will. Travel is in the cards for the New- castle resident when he no longer has to punch the clock. His son is a teacher in Cairo, and he plans to visit in the fall. Europe also beckons, and closer to home, memories are waiting to be made at his cottage near Algo- nquin Park. John Vesters said he wants “to be like a Gretzky” in retiring this sum- mer, still at the top of his game after a 35-year career. “I’m going when I think I’m on a high,” he said in an interview. “Right now I think things are in good shape.” The Durham Catholic District School board’s human resources su- perintendent, Mr. Vesters started teaching in 1967 at St. Mathew the Evangelist Catholic School in Whit- by. Along the way he has been both an elementary and a high school prin- cipal, and as assistant superintendent of education in the early 1980s he oversaw the creation of the board’s first five-year plan for special educa- tion. “I’ve loved every minute,” Mr. Vesters said. “I’ve had such a variety of jobs. I’ve had a really great con- nection with the communities where I worked.” He said he most enjoyed interact- ing with students. “Whether they were four years old or 14 years old, I feel it’s kept me young,” he said. Working in a school, Mr. Vesters said “you live the seasons”: Christ- mas, Easter, Halloween, adults have seen many of them, but these times are still exciting ones for young peo- ple. He cites the changing demograph- ics of the community, the establish- ment of full provincial funding for Catholic school boards, and the disappearance of priests and nuns in schools as the biggest changes he’s witnessed. The Oshawa resident said he has no master plan for retire- ment, but ex- pects to give something back to the communi- ty, perhaps com- bining charity work with his active involve- ment in sports such as hockey and golf. A special memory is when he hired a teacher to teach religion to spe- cial-education children, and their pride and happiness when they received the sacrament of confirmation. Twenty years ago, he noted, special-educa- tion students were almost overlooked in the school sys- tem. “If ever I saw the Spirit move, it was that day,” said Mr. Vesters. “Many of these kids had been forgotten about.” Mr. Vesters said throughout his ca- reer he has tried to compliment and lift people up with words often left unsaid. “Roses to the living, not the dead,” he referred to as a favourite motto. “Too often we wait until the person’s out the door, or dead.” Bill Butcher’s 35-year career in education started with the West Parry Sound school board in the small town of Britt near Georgian Bay. For the last 10 years he has been president or co-president of the local office of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario. “I think I’m mellower now,” he said in an interview of how he’s changed. “I think that we all start out with brimstone and fire and sort of realize there are other ways to get kids to do things.” Locally, Mr. Butcher has taught at T.R. McEwen and Gertrude Colpus in Oshawa, among others. He is quick to respond that teaching special-educa- tion students provided many of the brightest moments in his career. “I enjoyed seeing their eyes light up when they understood something new,” said Mr. Butcher. As a teacher, he said after a suc- cessful day he would think to him- self, ‘wow, they got it today.’ He lamented the board’s cuts to special education in recent years due to a lack of funding support from the Province. “To see the program cuts, to see the children return to regular classes, it’s just criminal; children are dying on the vine,” said Mr. Butcher. He cited parental involvement in their children’s education as the biggest change over the years — and not necessarily for the better. In the past, parents would generally let a teacher go about his or her business. 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The turtle narrowly missed being struck by passing cars, but was safely returned home. Calling it a career BILL BUTCHER Enjoyed seeing ‘eyes light up.’ JOHN VESTERS ‘I think things are in good shape.’ NORM POWERS Board became best in the world. Tax credit delay lauded by trustee has listened to the public outcry against the credit and the delay signals a coming flip-flop on the issue. If what the government is saying about a revenue drop as a result of Sept. 11 is true, Trustee Ross asked why the government would commit tens of millions of dollars to the credit, especially when the public system is ailing. “It’s some- thing we can’t afford,” he said. “It is to the detri- ment of public education.” However Scott Brownrigg, a Finance Min- istry spokesman, said the government “continues to support parental choice” in education and has no plans to cancel the tax credit. “That’s just some trustee speculating,” he said Tuesday. “We were very clear in the bud- get: it was delayed for this year, but we have every intention of following through on the (im- plementation) schedule.” Asked if the credit was under review, Mr. Brownrigg responded, “that’s not my un- derstanding.” The private school tax credit rate is to jump to 20 per cent on Jan. 1, 2004, according to Ms. Ecker’s revised tax cut sched- ule. Every year after that it is scheduled to increase by a fur- ther 10 per cent until the rate hits 50 per cent. the company a good chance to prove they can handle the same volumes and types of waste they’ve applied for. “It is a good test for us,” he said. “If we prove to the ministry that we can handle it for howev- er long the strike is on in the City of Toronto, we hope they can re- alize that we’ve done it before and we can do it again.” However, last week Pickering council approved a staff recom- mendation opposing the amend- ments. City staff said the changes would have a major impact on traffic in the area and on busi- nesses. They also say allowing residential waste could create problems for area businesses due to odours and animals. “There’s no way they can ac- commodate the increase they’re seeking,” said Ward 2 Regional Councillor Mark Holland in an interview yesterday. While Coun. Holland did not disagree with the approval of Can-Sort’s temporary amend- ment, he said it won’t paint a clear picture of exactly what the company wants to do with its ap- plication for permanent amend- ments. “They’re applying for 100 per cent of the 400 tonnes to include residential garbage,” he said. “Now presumably they’ll have 300 tonnes of ICI and 90 resi- dential. It’s not a clear picture.” Coun. Holland also said since Durham’s eight municipalities already have contracts signed with different companies for dis- posal of residential waste, Can- Sort, if it receives a permanent increase, would probably be handling waste from Toronto, a move he’s not in favour of. However, Mr. Wiltshire said he’s fairly sure the company would only be dealing with waste from Durham since it’s not economical for businesses to haul garbage from Toronto to Pickering, where tipping fees are higher. He added with the Keele Val- ley landfill slated to close in De- cember, it just makes good busi- ness sense that Can-Sort get into the residential waste market. “We’re doing this to better prepare for the unforeseen prob- lems that will be created once Keele Valley is closed down,” he said. “We all produce waste, it’s just that nobody wants a transfer station in their area... you have garbage and you have to get rid of it.” The City has requested the MOE hold a hearing. Mr. Wiltshire said the cost of a hearing may force him to with- draw the application. P PAGE A4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 UP Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. 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All rights reserved. One toy in every KIDS MEAL. Limited time offer while supplies last. • MIB Agent Sunglasses • MIB Time TM Garbage deal struck with Pickering firm to take T.O. trash GARBAGE from page A1 MARK HOLLAND ‘There’s no way they can accommodate the increase they’re seeking.’ years,” he said. “It’s steep terrain with 35- to 40-degree slopes and lots of snow and ice... there’s enough hard-packed snow there it’s diffi- cult to stop yourself from falling especially when you’re tired or feeling the effects of the high al- titude.” He said climbers and an NPS ranger witnessed the fall from a camp at 17,200 feet camp and re- sponded, finding Mr. Heck’s body shortly thereafter. Weather has delayed the body’s removal from the moun- tainside. This is the first climbing fa- tality on Mount McKinley since 1998. So far this year NPS says 1,231 climbers have registered to climb the mountain and Mr. Quinley said only around 50 per cent usually reach the summit. He also said most of those who attempt the ascent range in age from 20 to 40, although Mr. Heck was certainly not the oldest climber he’s seen. Mr. Heck’s climb began two weeks ago during the height of the mountain’s short climbing season, he added. Climber killed after reaching summit CLIMBER from page A1 TAX from page A1 RIDE makes 10 drinking arrests DURHAM ––Police took 10 suspected drunk drivers off Durham roads during the long weekend and is- sued nine 12- hour suspen- sions to mo- torists who had consumed alco- hol, but were under the legal limit. One motorist arrested for drinking and dri- ving is currently on a 90-day au- tomatic suspen- sion stemming from a previous alcohol charge, police said. During the Canada Day weekend Durham Region- al Police con- ducted 4,099 roadside RIDE inspections in Pickering, Whit- by, Oshawa, Courtice and Port Perry and administered 32 breath tests. Other charges included driving under suspen- sion, possession of controlled substance, refus- ing to provide a breath sample, driving with no licence, and vio- lating conditions of a graduated li- cence by having alcohol. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 PAGE A5 P Visit Our Website At: www.napoleonhomecomfort.com *Some conditions apply. See store for details. O.A.C. FIREPLACES • BARBECUES • FURNACES • AIR CONDITIONERS • PATIO FURNITURE • ACCESSORIES SAVINGS Gourmet Grills FANTASTIC SAVINGS! On This Year’s Models Hours: Mon. 9:30-6,Tues.-Fri. 9:30-8 Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-3 Hwy. 401 Hwy. #2 Brock Rd. Whites Rd.Rylander Blvd. CLASSIC FIREPLACES & LIFESTYLES 65 Rylander Blvd., Scarborough (416) 283-2783 Financing Available!Selected Carrier Air Conditioners up to $400* SAVE Off CITY OF PICKERING The Planning Act Take notice that an application to amend the Zoning Order filed as Ontario Regulation 102/72 has been received by the Minister of Municipal Affairs. 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Sick or Injured Wildlife The staff at the Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services Centre is trained and ready to assist you in dealing with sick or injured wildlife. If you encounter wildlife that is sick or injured, wildlife that poses a threat to humans or domestic animals or wildlife that displays signs or symptoms of rabies you should not touch or handle the animal. Please call us. We provide around the clock emergency response involving sick or injured wildlife. Nuisance Wildlife Our trained staff can also offer solutions to help you deal with nuisance wildlife. We do not provide trapping or relocation services for nuisance wildlife. Over the years, it has been found that the most effective way to deal with nuisance wildlife is to wildlife-proof your home or business. Trapping and relocating wildlife only temporarily solves most nuisance wildlife problems. With no “wild” places left to live, another wild animal moves in to fill the niche made for it. The new animal, many times, is even more of a nuisance than the previous one. Relocating wildlife into the woods or the “wilds” is also not in the best interest of the animal. By releasing it into another animal’s territory, it has to fight and compete with the other resident animals for a limited food supply and nesting area. In almost all cases, it is the newcomer that loses, many dying from infection from bite wounds and others killed by cars in an attempt to return to their original territory. It is our experience that the more permanent solution is to learn to live with the wildlife around us. This means that we need to take responsibility for wildlife-proofing our homes and businesses. We need to show empathy for the wildlife and realize that they have nowhere else to go because we are encroaching on their habitat. Reconditioning the offending wildlife is much more effective than removing it from the property and much more humane than destroying it. By teaching one nuisance squirrel to stay out of your attic, your squirrel will continue to defend it’s territory (your yard) from invasion by new squirrels. Most homeowners take it personally when encountering nuisance wildlife problems. They think the animal is being malicious. Wildlife aren’t being malicious. They have merely found an element they need for survival (food, water, shelter, space, etc. ). Sometimes their behaviour is only seasonal (defending young/territory). By identifying what is drawing the animal to the property or causing the nuisance behaviour, a plan can be developed to correct the problem. Please contact us for advice on preparing a plan to humanely deal with your nuisance wildlife dilemma. S. 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Durham Region resi- dents, along with most of southern Ontario, celebrated Canada’s 135th birthday and the beginning of July under a triple threat - tem- peratures in the mid-30s, humidex levels that made it feel like the mid-40s, and polluted air. In Oshawa, the pollution peaked Monday at 3 p.m. at 62. Air quality hits the poor level at 50. That’s the sec- ond time this year Oshawa has had a bad air day. On June 11, the level was 54. Smog can cause shortness of breath, eye, nose and throat irritation, coughing and wheezing. Tuesday, conditions weren’t much better. Overnight lows dipped only to the low 20s and by 10:30 a.m., the temperature was 32 degrees but felt like 42. At 3 p.m., the air-quality reading was 45, the second- worst in the province. Much to everyone’s re- lief, the water quality at local beaches is good, al- lowing swimmers to cool off. Only Rotary Park in Ajax is posted with higher- than-acceptable levels of coliforms. All other beaches are open for swimmers. Durham Region health de- partment tests the water weekly, releasing new re- sults each Friday. With sweltering heat, high humidity and bad air, residents are advised to take precautions for themselves, children, elderly relatives and friends and pets. To avoid dehydration, drink plenty of water and natural fruit juices. It’s rec- ommended you drink at least six to eight glasses of water daily. Drink extra amounts if you’re working or playing in the heat. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as these contain substances which can cause dehydra- tion. Avoid strenuous physical activity outdoors. Go to air- conditioned places, such as mall and libraries, as much as possible. Never leave young children or pets in cars, even for a few minutes. To help reduce the pollu- tion level, put off cutting the grass if you’ve got a gas mower, don’t use oil-based paints, solvents and clean- ers, take public transit or car pool, don’t idle vehicle en- gines, refuel cars during cooler hours, avoid barbecu- ing and reduce electricity consumption. With air conditioners and fans working overtime, electricity demands have peaked. To reduce the de- mands and the cost of your hydro bill, consider the fol- lowing tips from the Inde- pendent Electricity Market Operator, which operates and regulates the province’s wholesale electricity sys- tem. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and appliances, close curtains and blinds to keep out the sun and retain cooler air inside, don’t use dishwashers, washers and dryers until 8 p.m. or later and set air conditioners to 26 degrees or use fans. A cool drink is what Liam McLean needs to stay com- fortable. He was out yesterday with his mother, Pauline. RCMP officer faces weapon charges AJAX ––An off-duty RCMP constable has been charged with carrying a con- cealed weapon after a bizarre confrontation with Durham Regional Police. The incident began at 2:15 a.m. Saturday when Durham police responded to a break-and-enter call on Crossing Street in Pickering, where officers arrested a naked man under the Mental Health Act. Based on the man’s comments to officers, police grew concerned about his parents and went to an Admiral Street residence in Ajax to check on their well- being, said Sergeant Paul Malik, police spokesman. While police were check- ing the Ajax home, which was empty, a neighbour exit- ed a residence, identified himself as an RCMP officer, shouted at uniformed officers and demanded they show identification, Sgt. Malik said. The neighbour was speaking to police when an officer saw a gun tucked into his shorts, Sgt. Malik said. A loaded 9-mm handgun was seized. Robert Moreau, 49, of Admiral Road, has been charged with carrying a con- cealed weapon and posses- sion of a weapon dangerous to the public. He was re- leased on a $5,000 surety after a bail hearing Saturday. P PAGE A6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 Proud members of Something unusual happened in the legislature the other day — all MPPs in all parties laughed at the same time. This was because new Progres- sive Conservative Premier Ernie Eves, who is definitely not his pre- decessor Mike Harris, sent a cake across the floor to Liberal finance critic Gerry Phillips. Mr. Phillips, normally among the most reliable MPPs, had pre- dicted on TV a couple of nights earlier Mr. Eves would not post- pone the tax cuts Mr. Harris promised before he retired and of- fered to eat his hat if he did. Mr. Phillips had good grounds to feel safe, because Mr. Eves’s To- ries hinted they would not postpone the cuts despite a revenue shortage and the Tories under Mr. Harris even passed a law forbidding any delay, which they had to change. Mr. Eves sent over a cake shaped like a hat and Mr. Phillips took the ribbing in good heart. He said he deserved it for believing the Tories would never back down on such a fundamental and now ac- cepts they will do anything to stay in power. Mr. Phillips said Liberal MPPs and staff munched it with relish, al- though the thick layer of icing, Tory blue naturally, took some swallowing. The last time Mr. Phillips was involved in an exchange with a pre- mier it was with Mr. Harris, who called him an “asshole”. Mr. Eves has created a friendlier atmosphere in the legislature. For a start, he is there more often to face questions, which makes MPPs feel more important. Mr. Harris was criticized for frequent absences. The new premier also is a lot more accommodating in his poli- cies. He backed off selling the elec- tricity transmission network out- right, as Mr. Harris planned, and his budget that delayed the tax cuts gave the opposition parties some of what they asked for and left them less to attack. Mr. Eves also has come up with some pleasant surprises in the leg- islature that make MPPs wonder, ‘what’s next?’ The Liberals de- manded he repay the $78,000 sev- erance pay he took when he quit for a year and the premier disarmed them by revealing he repaid it a month earlier. Mr. Eves removed another thorn when the opposition said taxpayers should not pay Mr. Harris’s legal fees in a $15-million libel suit he launched against a newspaper. Mr. Eves said he agrees and they won’t. The new premier raised eye- brows pleasantly when he accepted private member’s legislation brought in by New Democrat Mar- ilyn Churley as the basis for his government’s landmark law aimed at assuring safe drinking water after the deaths and illnesses at Walker- ton. Attorney General David Young, discussing government legislation that will enable social workers and police to remove child prostitutes from streets, commended Liberal Rick Bartolucci for paving the way with his private member’s bill. Governments often adopt oppo- nents’ideas without recognition. Liberal leader Dalton McGuinty also was warmer than the normal formalities in welcoming Mr. Eves back. He said the new premier’s companion, former minister Isabel Bassett, is “a fine person and you are lucky to have her on your side” and “draw strength from your loved ones, because they, more than anyone, can sustain you.” This does not mean MPPs from all sides are rushing to throw their arms around each other. Mr. McGuinty says it has been painful- ly amusing to watch Mr. Eves try- ing to put so much distance be- tween himself and his predecessor. It would hurt partly because Mr. Eves is trying to trespass on the Liberals’turf. Mr. McGuinty has accused Mr. Eves, as he did Mr. Harris, of lurch- ing from crisis to crisis and added the new premier has thrown away any convictions. Mr. Eves, who always had an in- clination to be testy, has accused Mr. McGuinty of yipping and yap- ping and squealing and whining and said he must he hard up for questions because he asks such poor ones. He dismissed Liberal George Smitherman by saying he will un- derstand better when he has been 20 years in the legislature like him- self. Mr. Eves put down another young Liberal whippersnapper, Michael Bryant, by saying he thinks he is the most articulate, in- telligent lawyer ever on the face of the earth and the whole world must bow to his expertise. These are harsh words, but not quite as spirit- ed as Mr. Harris’s. Job anything but old hat for Eves New premier getting laughs from all sides in the legislature Durham Region Chairman Roger Anderson didn’t mince words when he informed Durham council he estimated the Hwy. 407 eastern extension from Brock Road in Pickering to Hwy 35/115 in Clarington would be delayed at least until 2010. “This is a joke,” said the feisty chairman, clearly furious the much-needed Hwy. 401 alternative is obviously a low pri- ority with the Province. The electronic toll highway, which opened to much fanfare in the late 1990s, has already had several eastern and western extensions. Its chief purpose is to offer a high-tech, efficient northern alternative through more than 100 kilometres of the Greater Toronto Area. Commuters and truck traffic, for a price, can get around bottlenecks and bumper-to-bumper traf- fic along the clogged 401. But in Durham, it appears there won’t be any relief for nearly a decade. The delay is ridiculous, particularly when you consider Durham took part in an environmental assess- ment for the 407 back in 1994 and has spent much time and money preparing a route for the extension. Now, regional politicians are being told another environ- mental assessment must be completed (because the first one was never filed with the Ministry of the Environment accord- ing to an official). More public consultation will be required and the entire process will take years and years. Meanwhile, development north of Taunton Road continues apace with Whitby and Oshawa subdivisions sprouting up monthly. Add to those communities the construction of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, a massive recreation complex and big box stores, and the need for a 407 eastern extension becomes critical. The extension is not just a Durham problem. With the con- stant growth in southern Ontario, truck traffic going east or west through the region requires an alternative to the 401. Being able to skip more than 100 kilometres of 401 conges- tion is a time-saving, economic advantage for businesses eager to make just-in-time deliveries. What’s most upsetting is that it’s been clear for more than half-a-decade the 407 will link up with Clarington, so why wait another eight years? The extension is needed now. Mem- bers of Parliament and the Ontario legislature, along with local and regional councillors, must bring all the resources they have to bear to get the project moving quickly. Certainly the process can be fast-tracked and years shaved off the com- pletion date. For the sake of progress in Durham and southern Ontario, let’s have the 407 finished no later than 2005. Editorial &OPINIONS PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER JULY 3, 2002 Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com New regional headquarters not necessary To the editor: Re: ‘Durham councillors make new headquarters a go,’June 21. On the question of renting or owning a new regional headquar- ters, I suggest the question turns more on the concentration of ser- vices in one location than on the relative cost of owning or renting. As usual, the devil lies in the contract details of renting the money (mortgage) or renting the space. In this day and age of com- puterized models of future value, the figures provided and quoted are guesstimates at best, misleading at worst. Supply and demand of rental of either money and space, which governs cost, will undergo multiple changes over the life of the build- ings. Regional council appears not to, but should have, specified the re- gional modular space requirements and published those specifications for the trade to bid upon for rental purposes. That would have more fairly provided options to council- lors. Instead, council seems to have closed off the option of renting by spending $150,000 for design pro- posals. With the question of realigning municipal governance postponed, but as yet unresolved, the decision should be put off to a future date. To go ahead now would be irre- sponsible. We are in the computer age. Computers lend themselves optimally to the compartmentaliza- tion of operations. Why we should opt for concentration when decen- tralization has so many advantages of flexibility is beyond my ken. The major benefit of a regional head- quarters is the aggrandisement, the raising of the profile, of the region- al administration. Ed Goertzen Oshawa Have respect for our flag To the editor: I didn’t think I would ever be writing to you, but I am sick of the way people treat our Canadian flag and I can no longer keep my thoughts to myself. First, as I sit to have my morn- ing coffee, I look up to see a flag flying from an apartment balcony, upside down, a sign of distress. Do people not know the top of the Maple Leaf should be at the top of the flagpole? Another place is flying two flags, an American and a Canadian, with our flag on the right. Does this person not know when two flags are flown that our Canadian flag should be on the left as seen by most people? In fact if there is an odd number of flags flying, the Canadian flag should have the place of honour in the middle. I was taught these things many years ago and I don’t think the rules have changed. As I travel on the weekend I can’t count the number of disgrace- ful rags that people call our flag. I would not wash my driveway with a rag that filthy. Some no longer have a second red stripe or, if it still there, it is like a red eight-inch fringe. If we can’t have some pride in our flag then what next? D.L. 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The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and con- tent. Opinions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We regret that due to the volume of let- ters, not all will be printed. The way we were Editorial cartoon DIL in the news c. 1940s The Commando was a war-born newspaper published by and for the Pickering Works (later to be called De- fence Industries Limited) employees. With the first issue on July 1, 1942 through to the last, printed July 1945, this was the main source of information for the workers and those living in the Ajax village, as it was referred to. The paper included articles on each line of the plant, noting not only work-related issues but who had gotten married, who had recently had children, or who had sons or daughters returning or on leave from war-torn Europe. It also listed events at the community centre, re- sults of the various sports teams and usually featured several individuals in the ‘let’s get acquainted’column. Photos supplied by the Heritage Ajax Advisory Committee on behalf of the Ajax Community Archives. For more information about either, please call Brenda Kriz at 905-619-2529 ext. 343. Unacceptable delay in 407 extension Growing region needs Hwy. 401 bypass sooner rather than later NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 PAGE A7 A Ajax … By the Lake! Ontario’s First ISO 9001 Quality Community COMMUNITY PAGE Mailing Address: 65 Harwood Ave. South General Information: 683-4550 Visit our Web Site www.townofajax.com Town Hall Office Hours: 8:30 - 4:30 pm ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Two Taylors team up for strays AJAX –– Young friends Samantha Taylor (left) and Taylor Hart share a love of animals and decided they would do what they could to help their furry friends. The Ajax girls did odd jobs around their neighbour- hood to raise money for the local humane society. When all was said and done, the duo raised $106.15 and purchased food and toys for pets currently awaiting new owners. Grandfather clause comes up short for Parkside school parents in Ajax BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer AJAX —The public school board will grandfather Parkside Public School’s current Grade 7 and 8 students, permitting them to attend the new Car- ruthers Creek school without having to make yearly, out-of-boundary applica- tions. But parents aren’t happy with the de- cision. The school community council (SCC) had called for all Parkside stu- dents to be grandfathered and thus avoid attending Bolton C. Falby Public School, formerly Exeter High School, which will likely open in January. “I was very disappointed that they would not grandfather the few families,” said SCC member Helene Willett in an interview. She said in the 2003-04 school year, one of her children will be entering Grade 6 and a second Grade 8, and as a result of the decision will attend different schools. Durham District School Board trustees at Monday night’s meeting voted in favour of the move after first re- jecting two motions from Ajax Wards 3 and 4 Trustee Melinda Crawford that went even further. She called for all stu- dents to receive the special considera- tion and then trimmed that down to just Grade 5 to 8 students. Both of those mo- tions were defeated, but her third mo- tion passed. “I wish I could have done more, but it looks like the sevens and eights are being grandfathered,” Trustee Crawford said after the meeting. The board traditionally grandfathers Grade 8 students when schools close to keep them together as one graduating class. While not unheard of, the board does not often grandfather Grade 7 stu- dents. Lord Durham was to have closed for good Thursday, but because Falby will not be ready for September, stu- dents will be back at Lord Durham in the fall. Parkside will remain open for one more school year. Lord Durham students and Parkside’s walking popula- tion are to attend Falby, with the re- mainder of Parkside’s pupils attending the Carruthers Creek school to open in 2003 on Pickering Beach Road. Parkside’s SCC opposed the school closing and the splitting up of its student population into two schools. Last month parents called for all students to be grandfathered, at the same time saying they were not expecting the board to provide transportation to Carruthers Creek. “I’m disappointed, and I’d want to explore any possibility for an appeal,” Ira Lager, Parkside’s SCC co-chairman, said in an interview when he heard the news. Ms. Willett said parents weren’t ask- ing for a lot, noting there were just “a handful of kids per grade” who would have been grandfathered if the board had seen things their way. At the SCC’s request the board re- cently surveyed Parkside parents to see how many were interested in having their kids grandfathered so they could attend Carruthers Creek. In a report on Monday’s agenda, Gail Elliott, Ajax schools superinten- dent, says 47 students were identified as grandfathering candidates. Her report does not offer a recommendation, but Ms. Elliott noted that new homes in the Carruthers Creek area will yield more students than expected once the school is built, as occurred at Pierre Elliott Trudeau Public School (PET) in Os- hawa. Staff had projected 488 pupils to attend PET school this fall, but 572 have already registered. “Staff knows from experiences such as PET that once a school is constructed in a new development area, the rate of growth from new development is much quicker and pupil yields can increase dramatically,” she stated. Durham marks record real estate sales in May DURHAM —Durham’s real es- tate market had another strong month in May. May sales of 921 were down slightly from 990 in April, but Durham Region Real Estate Board president Patricia Mapplebeck said it was still a record for the month. The average sale price also rose over 3.5 per cent to $210,165 from $202,510 in April and over 10 per cent from the May 2001 price of $189,890. “Even though interest rates are starting to creep up, the economists are forecasting that the market will stay strong into 2003,” Ms. Mapple- beck added. WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 PINERIDGE ARTS COUN- CIL:The group discusses the annual juried art show at tonight’s meeting at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. Everyone is welcome and admission is free. Call Cathy Schnippering, council presi- dent, at 905-509-3855. MEDITATION:Learn how to meditate at a free yoga class every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Pickering Devi Mandir, 2590 Brock Rd., south of Taunton Road. All are welcome. Call 905-420- 7252. ONE PARENT SUPPORT: The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Family Associa- tion meets every Wednesday at the Ajax Cricket Club, corner of Monarch Avenue and Clements Road, Ajax. It’s for custodial and non-custodial parents, whether your children are two or 42. Meet- ings are at 8 p.m. except the sec- ond Wednesday of the month when start time is 8:30 p.m. Call 905-426-4646 THURSDAY, JULY 4 ART WORK- SHOP:Learn methods for cre- ating intuitive art and the process of keeping a vi- sual journal at a free intuitive art workshop from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Art and Soul Gallery, Kingston Road, just west of Church Street. Space is limited. Call 905-839- 7816 for more in- formation on the class. FRIDAY, JULY 5 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-de- pendency. Child care is available. Call Jim evenings at 905-428-9431 SATURDAY, JULY 6 ART WORKSHOP:Learn methods for creating intu- itive art and the process of keeping a visual journal at a free intuitive art workshop from 7 to 8:30 p.m.at the Art and Soul Gallery, Kingston Road, just west of Church Street. Space is limited. 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Individual Grand Opening ribbon-cutting ceremonies took place at all 12 stores on Friday, June 21 beginning at 11:00 a.m., with the exception of its Markham store, which began at 11:30 a.m. All cere- monies featured lively music from local band favourites. Mayors, officials from Chambers of Commerce, and children’s community organi- zations across Ontario joined Office Depot senior executives as well as the Ontario commu- nity for the festivities. “Office Depot has been a part of the Ontario community since 1992 under the Office Place brand name. We are thrilled to now brand our stores under the Office Depot brand name and are honoured to share this important day with those from the Ontario community. We invited our Ontario customers to celebrate our renaming. We know our customers will find the same great service and selection at Office Depot that they have come to expect at their neigh- bourhood Office Place store,” said Jerry Colley, Office Depot’s President of North American Stores. “Our cus- tomers will still work with the same friendly and caring staff that is dedicated to providing the knowledge and support our customers need to help them succeed and grow their businesses. “ Also, underscoring the company’s charitable mission of directly impacting the lives of children’s education, Chioma, a motivational speak- er who addresses high school students with her message of Respect, Restraint and Responsibility throughout the Greater Toronto Area was a special guest at the festivities at the Company’s celebration in Markham. Chioma presented local resident and honour stu- dent, Suzanne Nguyen from Weston Collegiate Institute with this year’s “Chioma Talks Scholarship.” This is the second year this special schol- arship has been awarded. Expansion plans for the Scholarship will be announced at this special event. The schol- arship is presented by Chioma Productions, in partnership with Office Depot (formerly Office Place), and provides a student with a new computer, printer and a cheque for $1,000. During the ribbon-cutting ceremonies across Ontario, Office Depot also presented children’s community charities with in-kind donations, sym- bolic of their commitment to making a difference in lives of children’s education, health- care and welfare. In addition, customers were invited to enter a special store sweepstakes that offered the chance to win a grand prize of attending the Molson Indy, which will be held on July 7th. The in-store sweepstakes began on June 21 and ran through to June 28, 2002 and customers entered at all 12 par- ticipating stores in Ontario. Office Depot currently operates 35 stores in Canada. Store operating hours for all Ontario Stores are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Into each life a little rain must fall... So community garden group looking for barrel to catch it all Recycler’s Corner and the News Advertiser bring you the ‘Treasure Chest’ on a monthly basis. This space allows resi- dents to give away items that they no longer use and for non-profit organizations to list articles they require. To utilize this space, call 905-420-5625 during regular business hours. Requests must be submitted by the last Wednesday of the month. 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Larraine Roulston Recycler’s Corner roulstonlp@sympatico.ca News Advertiser Billboard July 3, 2002 Province builds on ‘solid foundation’ Government is responding to challenges of auto industry: Flaherty BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff writer DURHAM —While the worldwide auto industry is over capacity, Jim Flaherty says Ontario’s automobile and auto parts manufacturers will be in good shape to weather the storm thanks to a little help from its friends in the provincial government. “We have a solid founda- tion we need to preserve and build on,” he said. “But it won’t happen by accident.” In an interview last month, the minister of On- tario’s new Ministry of En- terprise, Opportunity and In- novation said a commitment to innovations in technology and improving the skills of the auto industry workforce would put Ontario’s automo- tive sector on the path to fu- ture prosperity. To that end, last month the Province re- leased its automotive action plan as a followup to the au- tomotive roundtable in Toronto May 22. The plan focuses on inno- vation, skills and infrastruc- ture and includes creating an automotive innovation work- ing group and a skills work- ing group, which will be es- tablished by the fall. The groups will prepare brief ‘current situation’ re- ports that explore challenges, identify gaps in technology, performance and capabili- ties, and recommend the best ways to address the gaps. The ministry will also work with relevant groups, includ- ing other ministries and the federal government, to de- velop short-term procedures and strategies that will en- hance traffic flow to and across key border crossings. “Where this is coming from is a concern some have that our auto industry is in decline or in retreat and there is no question that world- wide there is overcapacity in the auto sector,” said Mr. Fla- herty. “We need to identify the gaps in our capabilities.” Mr. Flaherty said the next step is more round-table dis- cussions in early July and working quickly to set up the working groups that will re- port back in a matter of months. He added the focus would be on action not on setting up more and more groups to come up with “endless reports. There is a sense of urgency here. The competition is global and it’s intense.” He also added although 90 per cent of the Canadian auto manufacturing sector is located in Ontario co-opera- tion on future tactics with the federal government is key. Five local athletes land Worrall fund awards at ceremony in Toronto Tuesday DURHAM —Five local ath- letes are getting a financial boost to assist their training after receiv- ing awards from a provincial sport- ing body. Forty-six Ontario athletes were recipients of the 2002 James Wor- rall Athlete Development Fund Awards, administered through Sportalliance, a non-profit sports organization that delivers develop- ment programs and services throughout On- tario in partner- ship with provincial and community or- ganizations. Two Ajax and three Pick- ering athletes each received $500 at the Sportalliance offices in Toronto yester- day. Equestrian Mallory Jones and basketball player Kalisha Keane, both of Ajax, are among this year’s recipi- ents. Jones, nom- inated by the Ontario Eques- trian Federa- tion, is an avid member of the Pony Club, having tested for her D2 level in June. While working part-time at a stable, she is acquir- ing her rider Levels 1 and 2 stand- ing, and her basic instructor certifi- cate, and plans to build a career in the equine industry. She currently does not own a horse, but plans to use the grant monies to offset the expense of leasing one and trans- porting it to competitions. Meanwhile, Keane, nominated by Basketball Ontario, was select- ed this year to the centre for per- formance program, which is a joint initiative between Canada Basket- ball and Basketball Ontario for the identification of young players who have the potential for selec- tion to national team programs. She was also recognized at the 2001 Five-Star Camp with the most outstanding player award. The grant monies will assist her in paying for the development camps. Blake Feetham, from Ontario Special Olympics, Kelly Verboom from Ontario Volley- ball Association, and Amanda Beaulieu from Boxing Ontario were Pickering recipients of the award. Verboom is a member of the Durham At- tack Volleyball Club, while Beaulieu trains at the Liverpool Boxing Club in Pickering. This fund an- nually disburses $40,000 to young Ontario athletes. It’s is named after one of Canada’s great sport fig- ures, Worrall, who competed for Canada and carried the flag in the 1936 Olympics and went on to be- come president of the Canadian Olympic Associ- ation and repre- sent Canada as an official at every Olympics through to 1996. Since the fund’s inception in 2000, 121 young Ontario athletes have received awards. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 PAGE B1 A/P PICKERING TOYOTA ATHLETE OF THE WEEK577 Kingston Rd. 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GIRLS’ UNDER-NINE DIVISION June 12:Royal Dundee 2 (Kaipa Bharucha, Abi Vaithi Lingam) vs. Gold Physio House & Fitness 2 (Jakiya Duggan, Jessica Roach).June 19:Dundee Investigations 2 (Jordon McGee, Ayelen Barries Ruiz) vs. Nelson Hobbies 3 (Nichole Taylor 2, Jackie Rochefort); Physio House & Fitness 4 (Amanda Lunn 2, Jeala Kozmik, Jessica Roach) vs. Boyers Pontiac 0; Marilyn Travel 0 vs. Total Personell 3 (Gaelyn Hamilton, Katelyn Lapensee, Ashley Habenschuss).June 26: Total Personnel 2 (Adelyn Hamilton, Karena Evans) vs. Physio House & Fitness 1 (Bryanna Hughes). BOYS’ UNDER-NINE DIVISION June 12:Nelson Hobbies 0 vs. Total Personell 3 (Karena Evans, Nancy Leathen, Madalyn Raja). AJAX BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate bridge results from June 25/02. STRATIFIED OPEN PAIRS SECTION ‘A’ - FLIGHT ‘A’ NORTH-SOUTH 1. Beatrice Phillips and Raymond Thomas; 2. Bob Killen and Ilka Dossev. EAST-WEST 1. Malcolm Longley and David Orme; 2. Fred Day and George Creighton. FLIGHT ‘B’ NORTH-SOUTH 1. 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Ajax soccer reps cool Hotspurs to take tourney Gunners kick off busy stretch with perfect title-winning performance at Oakville AJAX —The Ajax Gun- ners Halminen Homes boys’ under-15 rep soccer team began a busy July by winning the championship at the Oakville Boys Invitational Soccer Tournament on the Canada Day weekend. Playing the final under hot and humid conditions, the Gunners prevailed over the Nepean Hotspurs in a hard- fought 4-2 decision. Max Stainmez, the player of the game, opened the scoring on a well-placed shot that took the Nepean goalkeeper by sur- prise. John Vanloo then put Ajax up 2-0, assisted by Scott Cameron and Stainmez. In the second half, Cameron put Ajax ahead 3-0 on a setup from Doug Loyal. Nepean narrowed the gap with a goal on a counter-attack. Gunners’ Josh Forth scored the fourth goal, assisted by Stainmez. The Gunners gained en- trance to the final by blanking the Lac St. Louis Lakers from Quebec 2-0. Vanloo opened the scoring on a beautiful through ball by Scott Rietze. Forth scored on a fine pass by Rietze to seal the victory. Ri- etze was named player of the game. In round-robin action, Ajax defeated Oakville 4-1, Nepean 2-1, and tied Olympic Flame. Throughout the tourna- ment, defenders Rob God- dard, Loyal, Rietze and Jason Walker played well in limit- ing scoring opportunities and joining the attack. Midfield- ers Cameron, Dominic Chap- man, Forth, Jordon Hannon, John Jonke and Jonathan Risorto controlled the play. Strikers Nathan Cragg, Craig Deebank, Stainmez and Van- loo created many scoring op- portunities. John Gurley and Andrew Gumbinger were solid in net. The Gunners are now set- ting their targets on the On- tario Cup as they are one of the final eight teams to play at the Ontario Summer Games in Kitchener-Waterloo from July 18 to 21. Following the games, the team represents Canada at the St. Andrew’s Invitational Tournament in Scotland July 22 to 26 and the Ian Rush Tournament in Aberystwyth, Wales July 29 to Aug. 2. Henry, Sherry Hucklebridge and Tracy Kolodzinski are all first year competi- tive swimmers. The duet team of Julia MacLean and Brianna MacLellan are the provincial champions in the 11 and under group for the 2001-2002 season. Coached by Cathy Veldhoen-Smith, the 12-14 developing team had an im- pressive swim to earn a spot in the finals where they placed seventh. Jaclyn Der- latka, Kirsten Femson, Nicole Lowden, Hannah Martin and Caitlin Primeau are all first year competitive athletes. The team of Jordan Anderson, Emily Bremner, Sophie Baetz-Dougan, Tristin Gavin, Cassie Kolodzinski, Katie LeP- age, Julia MacLean and Brianna MacLellan have had many successes this season under the guidance of coaches Michelle Lopers and Holley Lundmark. 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Ryan Bardgett paced the Dolphins with three touchdowns, while also adding a single. Dan West, Greg Gauder and Oliver Salmon added one major score apiece. Ryan Mungal kicked three converts. Meanwhile, the Dolphins col- legiate team played the Etobi- coke Eagles at Pine Ridge Sec- ondary School in Pickering Monday, earning a 42-24 victory. The win boosted its COMFL record to 3-2. Brandon Pottle led the way with three touchdowns, Ryaan McMillan scored two ma- jors, and quarterback Rocco Cic- ciarella scored one. Kicker Mike Amato converted all six touch- downs. The bantams play a makeup game against the Markham Raiders Sunday, July 7 at 1 p.m. at Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School in Ajax. Meanwhile, the collegiate team is on the road next Sunday, playing the Burlington Stamped- ers at 4 p.m. But local girls still good enough for runners-up status in Peterborough AJAX —The Ajax United Yoplait/Sobey’s girls’ under-17 rep soccer team ended a strong tourna- ment run with a loss to Oshawa at the recent Peterborough Challenge Cup. A powerful Oshawa Kicks squad ended Ajax’s title aspirations by cap- turing a 3-0 victory in the final. Ajax started the tournament by blowing past the Scarborough Unit- ed Cyclones 5-0. Ashleigh Howell, Courtney Howell, Shannon Fraser, Lauren Pierson and Danielle Taylor all played well defensively. Mean- while, Laura Watt, Elia Witton, Melissa Phillips, Wendy Ansell and Stephanie Sandilands supplied a strong offensive effort. Midfielders Jessica Russell, Julie Strang, Meghan Denchfield, Diana McIn- tosh and Larissa Nicholson also con- tributed to the victory. After absorbing a 2-0 loss to the Kicks in Game 2, United rebounded with a 1-0 win over the Peterbor- ough City Soccer Club. McIntosh scored the winner. The fourth game of round-robin play resulted in a scoreless tie with Whitby Iroquois. Goalkeeper Leah Tanner was voted the most valuable player for Ajax for her excellent effort throughout the tournament. Lindsey Kobold was injured through the course of the tournament and was relegated to cheerleading duties. Lorne Nicholson and Bob Fraser coach the team. Please recycle your copy of the News Advertiser FAX GAME RESULTS TO NEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-7363 News tip? 905-683-5110 Dolphins put on Canada Day football fireworks Ajax woman, boy team up for big part of Fringe Festival play BY AL RIVETT Staff Editor AJAX —A boy’s journey of self- discovery and empowerment will be played out on a Toronto stage this week, crafted by an Ajax actress/play- wright and starring a young Ajax actor. ‘Sometimes...’ a play co-written by Dana Vranic, of Ajax, and Edward Daranyi (who’s the play’s direc- tor), is one of the ‘kids venue’ shows as part of the 2002 Toronto Fringe Festival that opens today (Wednesday) and continues until July 14. The play, noted Vran- ic, 32, follows the growing pains of a boy named Simon, played by 10-year- old Brendan Carruthers, of Ajax. Simon has formed an ad- versarial rela- tionship with two boys but as the play pro- gresses he be- gins to find these boys are not so dif- ferent than him and that, perhaps, there is common ground upon which to form friendships and sur- vive adolescence together. Simon “realizes there are similari- ties and they are going through the same things and they later form a bond,” said Vranic, adding kids can make their own lives better with the choices they make. “Sticking together is better than op- posing. We wanted the play to express that kids have a choice. They may not think they do, but they can make their lives and worlds better. They don’t have to be ruled by parents and peers. They can make a decision.” Although Vranic has written sever- al plays over the years, she admitted ‘Sometimes...’ is the first one that has been followed through to the produc- tion stage. A graduate of Ajax High School where she acted in several stage productions, she went on to earn a degree in music theatre from the University of Windsor. She later spent four years at the University of Mis- souri in Kansas City where she earned a masters degree in acting and direct- ing. After an acting stint in New York City, she returned to Toronto and con- tinues to act and write for the stage. After learning she and writing part- ner Daranyi (they are co-owners of In The Blink Productions) had secured a spot on the Fringe Festival summer schedule, they began the writing process in February. Writing a 45-minute play, however, and having it translate to the stage were both challenges in their own rights, said Vranic. “When we were putting it together on stage we kept finding out what we liked and what we hated. Five or six scenes didn’t make it (in the final pro- duction) and there was a lot of editing. We tried to pare things down to keep what we wanted and discard what we didn’t want. The process of editing was very challenging, yet very reward- ing.” Vranic is doing double duty with ‘Sometimes...’, not only serving as the playwright, but she is also acting in her creation. She plays the roles of Simon’s mother and the principal at his school. “It’s interesting,” said Vranic of her roles. “I put on my writer’s hat in the beginning but, as an actor, I lose con- trol of what’s hap- pening with the show and confer that power to the director. It’s challenging to let my vi- sion of the play go and allow the director to take over because that’s his job.” As for working with Carruthers, Vranic has nothing but praise for his work. “He’s a little pro,” she said. “On the first day of rehearsals he read the script almost perfectly. He’s just a great little kid to work with.” As for Brendan, he’s making his stage debut in ‘Sometimes...’ and is having a good time as a member of the ensemble cast. “It’s a lot of fun,” said the Grade 4 student at Lakeside Public School. “I’ve met a lot of people and I enjoy doing it.” ‘Sometimes...’ is suitable for fami- lies and children ages eight to 14. The play runs eight times at the St. Vlad- mir Theatre, 620 Spadina Ave., just south of Harbord Street. For more in- formation call 416-966-1062. Sometimes... kids have choices Ajax resident Brendan Carruthers plays a role in a play penned by fel- low Ajax resident Dana Vranic. ‘Sometimes...’ is being staged as part of the 2002 Toronto Fringe Festival. P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 SPECIAL SALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser or flyers call Circulation at 683-5117. 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A rts &Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER JULY 3, 2002 JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Suiting up for a day of fun PICKERING –– Officials at Ontario Power Generation’s Pickering Nuclear Generating Station hosted area residents to help kick off the summer and offered a day of activities including displays, demon- strations, electric cars, a jumping castle and barbecued food. Here, Uxbridge resident Mitchell Thom- son gets a helping hand from nuclear plant firefighter Dave Sleeman as tries on one of the firefighting outfits after spending some time having has face painted by one of the OPG volunteers. Lydian Wind Ensemble entertains tonight PICKERING —Residents can bring their lawn chairs, kick back, relax and listen to the musical selec- tions of the Lydian Wind Ensemble at Esplanade Park this Wednesday, July 3 (tonight). The ensemble will perform at the park’s gazebo starting at 7 p.m. in the free concert hosted by Pickering’s Culture and Recreation Department. The musical menu for the evening will consist of selections from ‘The Sound of Music’as well as overtures, light marches, duets and trios and nov- elty tunes. The concert will run for approxi- mately one-and-a-half hours. Esplanade Park is behind Pickering City Hall. Find your muse at art class AJAX –– Learn methods for creating in- tuitive art and the process of keeping a visual journal at a free intuitive art workshop Thursday, July 4 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Art and Soul Gallery, Kingston Road, just west of Church Street. Space is lim- ited. There is a second session Saturday, July 6. Call 905-839- 7816 or e-mail judith@museon. com. Career Training500 CLASS A, D, AND Z Endorse- ment training at Durham Col- lege Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721-3368 or 905- 721-3340. FORKLIFT TRAINING Avail- able in Ajax. Sawyer Forklift School 905-426-3464 Careers505 WE WILL PUT YOU IN BUSI- NESS...in one of the largest industries in the world. You can work your own hours, at your own pace, and be your own boss. Unlimited oppor- tunity. Wide open growth po- tential. Call Peter Hones 905- 626-1094. General Help510 $500 WEEKLY. If your working door-to-door and not making at least this weekly, your working for the wrong compa- ny. Come join Durham Re- gion's highest paid direct sales people giving away systems. Daily, weekly, monthly bonuses. Must be energetic and fun loving. Crew leaders also wanted. Students welcome. All training provid- ed, paid for. Call Today! 905- 434-5095 ext 225. PLENTY OF WORK!!! Posi- tions start immediately. Call Frank at 905-571-4738 A1 EQUIPMENT RENTALS is about to expand into the Dur- ham Region. We are looking for quality Sales People, Driv- ers, and Counter help. Fax re- sume to: 416-781-8135 Attn: Joe ADULT VIDEO store in Pick- ering requires Part-time help, nights & weekends. Previous retail experience required. Fax resume to (905)839-3113. APPOINTMENT SETTERS wanted. Come join Durham's highest paid appt. setters. No selling. Hourly, weekly, monthly bonuses. Fun at- mosphere, excellent working conditions. Must be outgoing and fun loving. Call Today! Start Tomorrow! 905-434-5375 ext 221. ATT: WORK AT HOME ON- LINE Earn $500-$1500 P/T working around your sched- ule or $3000+/mo F/T. Part- time work can pay a lot of bills! Visit: www.321seethe- dream.com CLEANER required full-time dayshift Monday-Friday in the Ajax area. Valid drivers li- cense required. Must be a team player and motivated. Please call (905)683-7515 COMPUTER COURSES at Durham College. MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYSTEMS EN- GINEER, MICROSOFT OFFICE, ORACLE DATABASE, BUSI- NESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST, CCNA, A+, IC3, MCSA. Chang- ing career path? Train at top rated Durham College in 100% instructor led courses. Full/Part time available. Fund- ing through EI/OSAP, WSIB to qualified. These certifications are highly sought after skills in today's IT environment. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca COMPUTER OWNER?I'm looking for people who would like to work from home F/T or P/T. 1-888-373-2967 www.cashinginondreams.com COURTICE FLEA MARKET New vendor space available, 4 kms east of Oshawa in very busy flea market (over 5,000 people/weekend). Great op- portunity to market your pro- ducts starting August 1st. Call now for best location 905-436- 1024 DZ DRIVERS required for lo- cal disposal company. Ex- perience preferred but will train motivated applicants. Competitive wages, benefits, bonuses, etc. Fax resume & current abstract to Safety Di- rector 905-683-9492 GROWING INTERNATIONAL CO.needs help P/T & F/T. Training provided. Must have access to a computer. www.cashtokeep.com or 1- 800-348-1823 ENTHUSIASTIC, MOTIVATED efficient certified CDA with re- ception experience, full time position in Whitby. Must Know Abledent. Email resume to nu_mouth@yahoo.com FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. FULL TIME COOK REQUIRED. Also part time RPN's. Work- ing with seniors an asset. Please apply in person with resume to - The Carriage House Retirement Residence, 60 Bond St. E., Oshawa. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, Staff Plus will be interviewing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wed., July 10 and Wed. July 24th. McLeans Com- munity Centre Library, 95 Ma- gill Dr., Ajax. LOOKING FOR AN individual with general construction knowledge to include drywall, taping & interior finishes. Own tools & vehicle required. Call Jim (416)688-9700 MASSEY'S RESTAURANT ex- perienced line cook evenings. Management responsibilities with very good compensation. Apply in person 774 Liverpool Rd. S. NEEDED NOW!22 positions must be filled this week. Local Co. is understaffed in many areas. Paid training. No exp. req. Students welcome. Must be able to work full-time hours. Call Angela for details @905-576-5523. NEW SPECIAL PROMOTIONS Company looking for Repre- sentatives and Registration Personnel. No experience necessary, will train. Must be energetic and fun loving. Students welcomed. Call To- day! 905-434-3861 ext 223 OUT OF SCHOOL?Out of Work? Public relations com- pany has 16 full time open- ings in customer service. Must be 18 or over to apply. Some per- manent openings. Salary plus. Call Nancy 905-571-4756 PART-TIME EVENINGS. Suit- able for homemakers & stud- ents. Easy phone work. Call for interview 905-426–1322 RECEPTIONIST/CLIENT CARE Coordinator for busy salon, retail & cashier experience, computer skills, interpersonal skills a must. Full-time ap- prox. 30 hrs/wk, $9-10/hour. Please apply in person to: 210 Brock St. South, Whitby, www.valentinos.ca TITANIC RESTAURANT seek- ing Experienced Wait Staff. Apply at Ajax Go Train Station or Phone for appt. 905-428- 9389 between 9a.m.-9p.m. WAITRESS/WAITER/COOK, must speak English & Ko- rean, part & full-time. Whitby location. Call Alec Leung (416)505–7328 WORK ON LINE $25-$75/hr, full training provided, 1-888- 563-9189 or www.dream- clasp.com Salon & Spa Help514 VALENTINO'S seeking highly skilled professional hairstyl- ist, minimum 3 years experi- ence, as well recent hair grad. No clientele required. Apply in person 210 Brock St. Whitby www.valentinos.ca Skilled & Technical Help515 FRAMERS needed imme- diately, Newcastle / Bowman- ville area. 905-372-7176. FRAMING CREWS NEEDED $3.50 - $4.00 sq ft. Oshawa/ Whitby area. Experienced only. Call 905-697-0079 or 905-261-3136 MATURE LICENSED mechan- ic with drive-clean license. Fax resume to (905) 831- 1089. INSURANCE RIBO CSR with experience needed to work in a fast paced Whitby broker- age. For consideration, fax re- sume to: (905)433-5012. Office Help525 REAL ESTATE SECRETARY - familiar with P.C. Law, EREG, Neural Land Explore or Con- veyancer for a well estab- lished Pickering/Ajax Law Firm, salary commensurate with skill level, fax or email resume to The Law Office of Stephen A. Cooper at 905-427- 5374 or at litiga- tion@on.aibn.com Sales Help & Agents530 MARKETING REP. The Bay Oshawa in-store photo promo. Great $$$. Flexible hours. 905-720-0853. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 LIFE ENRICHMENT AIDE Temporary Full-Time Position Retirement Home with a "Gentle Care Philosophy" Seeks an enthusiastic team player with diploma in activa- tion, recreation or gerontology. Send resume by July 10, 2002 to Ballycliffe Lodge, 70 Sta- tion St., Ajax, ON, L1S 1R9 Fax: 905-427-5846 Attn: Linda Legate RNs & RPNs WANTED apply to Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility, 330 King St. W., Newcastle. Phone 905- 987-4702; fax 905-987-3621 carlalee@cplcanada.com DENTAL ASSISTANT level I or II and receptionist/office man- ager for progressive GP prac- tice with ortho/TMJ focus. Must be proactive, able to work independently, show ini- tiative. Dental experience re- quired. FT and PT positions. Whitby. Excellent pay and bo- nuses. Send resume to box #797 P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 PHYSIO and Registered Mas- sage Therapist wanted for busy Pickering clinic. Fax 905-427-9147 WANTED - CERTIFIED dental assistant full time and part time positions available. Ex- perience required. Fax re- sume to Bobcaygeon Family Dentistry. (705) 738-0953. Cottages For Sale112 ORILLIA AREA-Lake St. John 3-bedroom lakefront cottage on 1 acre of land. 90 min. from Ajax/Pickering. Wood- burning fireplace, gas genera- tor included. 8 years old. Ex- cellent fishing/boating. Leased land. Immediate possession $67,500. 905-683-0992 or weekends 905-424-2787 Houses For Sale100 356 DWIGHT AVE.Oshawa. Lake Vista area. Legal duplex for sale. Private. Close to schools and shopping. Fenced yard. For more information call (905) 721–1640` CUSTOM BUILT, 4 plus 1 bedroom, 2,700 sq. ft. home on 1.67 acre, deep lot with southern exposure, backing onto forest, located at end of cul-de-sac in the hamlet of Epsom, between Uxbridge and Port Perry, tree-lined drive- way, beautiful landscaping, huge covered verandah, over- sized 2-car garage, in-law apartment, 4 bathrooms, 3 fireplaces, energy efficient heat pump and R20 walls. Asking $389,000. Purchaser agents welcome. (905) 985- 9106. Private Sales103 OAKWOOD PRIVATE SALE Lrg. bungalow - att. garage elec/opener and dog run, Re- tirement home poss. W/C ac- cess no basement, new totally renovated-3 lrg bdrms & liv.rm hd/wd flrs. Country kitchen 18x22, sep. laundry rm & much more. MOVE IN CONDITION for appt. call 1- 705-953-9197 Apt./Condos For Sale110 ADULT LIFESTYLE CONDO large 2-bdrm, near Oshawa Hospital, move in condition, August availability, view at www.bytheowner.com. #1075. Call 905-438-1310 between 8-5pm or leave msg SUPER DOUBLE 2 BEDROOM a/c Condo. Master bedroom with en-suite, eat-in kitchen, large balcony - 92 Church Street Pickering Village. $160,000 Open House Satur- day, June 29th 10 am - 2 pm. Kimberley (416) 682–3480. Out-of-Town Properties120 CUSTOM BUILT LOG home, on 11 acres, south of Bethany, 5 minutes to 115. Asking $315,000. Call evenings (705)277–3561, leave mes- sage (705)793-2249 Office & Business space150 OFFICE / PROFESSIONAL SPACE. 400-2400 sq. ft. Prime downtown Whitby location. Ground floor. Private entrance and parking Call Joanna @ 905-579-6245. Business Opportunities160 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - established, profitable, fran- chise pizza business, over 17 years in business. Great in- come, unbelievable price, Chamber of Commerce Busi- ness Achievements Awards Nominee. Family is moving. Call Peter 905-372-4909. ESTABLISHED CHIP TRUCK year round, prime location, Simcoe/Bloor, Oshawa, all modern equipment and potato peeler, call 905-571–6744. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BDRM BASEMENT apt. Gle- nanna/Memory Lane, Picker- ing. $750 inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Suitable for one per- son. Avail immediately. First & last 905-839–1767 1 BEDROOM apt. $785/month. newly renovated, available immediately. Harwood/Hwy#2 area. Parking, cable, utilities included. Call 905-426-2961 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT available immediately. $650/ month plus hydro. Central Oshawa. Call Bill 905-404- 9602. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, August 1st, Har- mony/Olive area. Central air, gas fireplace, parking, laun- dry, private entrance, non- smoker, no pets. First/last re- quired $650 all inclusive. Ref- erences required. (905)721– 8869 1665 PICKERING Parkway, 1- bedroom condo, available September 1st. Whirlpool, so- larium, indoor parking, sauna, pool, air conditioning, close to Go train, shopping centre & 401. First/last. Contact (905)686-8716 2 & 3 BEDROOM apartments in duplex. Laundry, parking, yard. Near Wilson Rd & Hwy 401, Oshawa. Non-smokers/ no pets preferred. $750 & $950 plus hydro. Avail. im- mediately. First & last. 905- 432–3250 2 BEDROOM APT.,North Oshawa, fully carpeted, ap- pliances, central air, parking for 1, in-unit storage, laundry facilities available. Imme- diate. $883/mo. inclusive. No pets. Call 905-436-3081 OPENING FOR PART TIME DENTIST in Pickering Town Centre. Please call (905)420–5020 AVON Wanted sales Representatives. Earn extra income, Work from home, Set own hours. call Heidi 905-509-1163. FULL TIME- FLEXIBLE BOOKKEEPER/ SECRETARY Mon-Fri. Must have working knowledge of quick books, including inventory, A/R/, A/P Fax resume to Jensen's (905)430-2208 No phone calls please APPRENTICE BODY PERSON Must be minimum 2nd year required. Fax resume and proof of apprenticeship to (905)430-2208 NO PHONE CALLS HOUSE CLEANING Helen's Home Services Hiring Experienced cleaning people for house cleaning. $9 - $10 per. hr. Serious applic- ants only please. Driv- er's license required. Call (905) 837-0624 See Page 7 (Pickering edition only) for City Of Pickering Job Vacancies. $20.00/HOUR AVERAGE Registration Officers Required We Train You Also spring and summer program for students Call Kim 905-435-0280 $20.00/hr average Full Training Provided Students Welcome Managers Required Call Ryan 905-435-0518 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ ORDER TAKERS 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. ALL STUDENTS ALL OTHERS Local Firm has 47 positions available. $17.25 start Call Mon. - Sat. 9am-6pm 905-666-2660 workforstudents.com/on Ajax 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 Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 PAGE B5 A/P CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. Get the most effective and shortest possible training with the best instructors. 1-866-5-POLICE Celebrating our 20th successful year. Website: www.policefoundations-cbc.com Proud members of the Ont. Association of Chiefs of Police Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers PUBLIC RELATIONS Full-Time Positions Available for friendly outgoing professionals. Excellent commmunication skills required. Fax resume to : Attn Susan (905) 839-9471 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ PICKERING Highview Rd. Ariel Cres. Oberon Crt. Amberlea Rd. Woodside Ln. Aberfoyle Crt. Springview Dr. Saugeen Dr. Rosebank Rd.N. Craighurst Crt. Collingbrook Crt. Seguin Sq. Otonabee Dr. 1990 Whites Rd. Abbey Rd. Rigby Rd. Jacqueline Ave. Spruce Hill Rd. 1331 Glenanna Rd. Autumn Cres. Foxwood Trail White Cedar Dr. Silver Maple Dr. Sparrow Cir. Pineview Ln. Woodsmere Cres. Summerpark Cres. Garland Cres. Wildflower Dr. Granby Crt. Strouds Ln. Treetop Cres. Waterford Gate Forestview Dr. Lancrest St. Westcreek Dr. Pinegrove Ave. Woodview Ave. Butternut Crt. Valleyview Dr. Lawson St. Castle St. Mossbrook Sq. Sandhurst Cres. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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 Help us drive the future. Children are our future. And helping them get to school will ensure the future is bright. If you’d like to drive a School Bus, we’d like to hear from you. We’re Northstar Passenger Services, Ontario’s fastest-growing School Bus Transportation Company. Interested? Just call (905) 420-6619 and help drive the future. Get On The Bus With Us. • New routes in your neighbourhood. • Late Model busses. • Paid training • Paid medical required to obtain Class B license. • Charter work is available. • Signing bonuses for people who already have a Class B license. We offer: ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS 3 Day Job Club will help you find a job FAST In only 3 days you will have: ➢a resume that gets you in the door ➢the ability to answer tough interview questions ➢the knowledge of where to look for work To register for our free workshops Contact Lisa at C.A.R.E. (905)420-4010 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12, Pickering (near the GO Station) Sponsored by: AVON Sales Dealers needed Earn extra cash! Call for information 1-866-888-5288 Pauline Naulls 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. EASY PHONE WORK Appointment Setting ~ No Selling National Company modern upbeat office. Permanent F/T days. Great hours. Hourly plus generous bonus$$. Start immediately. Call for interview (905)426-4762 AZ DRIVERS City - Local & US Hwy • City Local Days & Afternoon shifts • Etobicoke Ont. to Detroit Michigan daily dedicated runs We Require • 2 years experience • Clean current abstract & CVOR • RCMP criminal search Please call or fax to: SST Personnel Inc. Tel: 416-255-1419 Fax: 416-255-1829 Toll Free: 1-866-377-0177 FULL TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE Fast Learner? Good Communication Skills? Friendly attitude? Please drop off resume with covering letter and references to: 4630 Kingston Rd. Unit 14 (in Scarborough) A mature attitude and dependability are a MUST!!! WEST HILL DRIVER & VEHICLE OFFICE New Hair Salon and Spa has opened in the Durham Centre, Ajax. We are presently seeking an artistic team of highly skilled and professional: •Hairstylists •Managers •Estheticians Come see the latest in Salon Design. At Salon Concepts Spa, we encourage your creativity and ongoing technical training, in a bright friendly atmosphere, Call (905)683-0290 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 Goliger's TravelPlus And Cruise Centre Pickering Town Centre JOIN OUR TEAM Experienced Travel Consultant Salary Plus Commission and Benefits Call Sarah at (905)420–3233 CONSTRUCTION WORKING SUPERVISOR We are seeking a self-motivated individual to work with and supervise others. Essential requirements include steel construction experience and detailed comprehension of both engineering and shop drawings. Position involves some travel across Canada. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resumes by mail only to: ALAN CLARK UNISTRUT CANADA LIMITED 585 Finley Avenue Ajax, Ontario, LlS 2E4 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help LEGAL ASSISTANTS Pickering Firm Are you travelling to Toronto? Join our friendly team! CORPORATE/COMMERCIAL • Min. 2-5 yrs. work exp. in Corporate/ Commercial, Real Estate, Wills & Estates REAL ESTATE • Min. 2-5 yrs. work exp. in Residential Real Estate Both positions require: • Positive attitude • Strong communications, organizational and computer skills • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Teraview and Conveyancer Software an asset Fax resume and references to: Gillian (905) 427-5542 525 Office Help 525 Office Help SALES POSITIONS We have experienced tremendous growth within our company and as a result have openings for aggressive career oriented individuals with a desire to earn professional type in- comes. Age is no barrier to success. If you have experience in selling Windows or roofing it is an asset. All new candidates will be teamed with proven professionals and will immediately start to earn profes- sional type incomes. For a confidential appointments call Bill Martin, Bil-Den Home Improvements Whitby (905) 666-0018 1-800-263-2720 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 683-0707 510 General Help 510 General Help Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 510 General Help To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 100 Houses For Sale 160 Business Opportunities 2-BEDROOM main floor apartment, Available August 1st. Walk to bus, shopping, Hwy #2/Brock Rd., Pickering. No smoking, 2 parking. $975 plus hydro, first/last. John (416)896–4296 AJAX, WESTNEY/Hwy. #2, 34 Bray Dr. safe, clean, bright 1- bedroom basement apt., sep- arate entrance, 4pc. bath, $575 inclusive. Available Au- gust . 1st. (416)436–2884, Open House Fri. 6-7pm, Sat & Sun. 12-1pm. AJAX - 3 BEDROOM bunga- low, c/a, 2 parking, laundry, no pets, gleaming hardwood, huge kitchen. Avail. August 1st. (905)683–9213 AJAX SEMI 3-bedroom, main- floor, $1300, available Aug 1. Ajax basement apts: $850 & $800 mid-July & August 25, all inclusive, first/last, credit check, no pets, 905-683–5641 AJAX, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apt., 401/Harwood area, no parking/pets, $695 incl., August 1st. DOWNTOWN Whitby 1-bedroom, main floor of 6-plex, 1 parking. $800 in- clusive. July 1st. Both no pets, first/last. (905)683–9822 AJAX, CLEAN 1 BDRM, own kitchen +bath, shared laundry. $750/month includes utilities. Close to paths +lake. Suitable for single person. References. No smoking/pets. Avail. im- mediately. 905-428-3553 ADELAIDE/GIBBONS,air conditioned one-bedroom basement. Brand new, Private entrance, parking, laundry, full kitchen, single-occupancy. Female preferred $700/mo/ first/last Available Imme- diately Yearly-lease, refer- ences. Afternoons/evenings 905-725–8829 Margaret or Laura. BROCK AND FINCH - spa- cious 3 bedroom, 2 storey, on quiet court, 2 baths, close to all amenities. $l,200 plus utilities. Available August. lst. (905)428–8930 BROCK RD/401,new bachelor apartment in quiet home, separate entrance, parking, full bathroom, kitch- en, air, first/last $700/month. No smoking, no pets. Avail- able immediately. (905)427– 0886, evenings (416)818- 8746. CENTRAL OSHAWA, 3-bed- room from $950, Aug. 2-bed- room from $799-$825 for July/ August, 1-bedroom $750 for July Well-maintained build- ing, near all amenities. 905- 723-0977 9am-5pm EXECUTIVE large 2 bedroom in quiet adult lifestyle building in Whitby. New carpet, insuite storage, onsite laundry, $925+ per month. Available August 1st. 905-668-7758. FRESHLY RENOVATED in north Oshawa Upper level, bright 2-bedrooms, hardwood floors,appliances, large rooms and high ceilings with separate entrance. Yard quiet treed ave., $750/mth plus. Available immediately, refer- ences, credit check. Call Mike 905 668-3800 JULY 1st, large 1-bdrm base- ment, newly renovated, sepa- rate entrance, parking, cable, full bath, c/a, near Oshawa Centre, $750 inclusive. First, last. No smoking/pets. Call 905-438–1873 LARGE 1 bedroom basement apt, quiet residential area, Thornton/Rossland. Seperate. entrance, 2 appliances shared laundry, close to all ameni- ties, no pets, quiet non smoking single or couple pre- ferred, $850 inclusive. Avail Aug. 1. (416) 315–0858. LARGE ONE-BEDROOM basement apt., all new ap- pliances, carpeting, etc, gas fireplace, laundry included. Separate entrance $750/ month inclusive. Nice neigh- borhood, minutes to Whitby GO train. 905-665–4541 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call (905)579-3700 or (905)723- 1009 OSHAWA - Beautiful large 2 bedroom apartment in very quiet and clean adult lifestyle building near Oshawa Centre. $750. lst/last. Avail. August lst. (289)314-3651, local call. AAA OSHAWA 1-bdrm $675/ month inclusive. 2-bdrm townhouse apt . $925 + utili- ties. Avail. July 15; 2-bdrm bungalow plus diningroom $1050 inclusive; Whitby 2- bdrm $850. Available August 1st. No pets. Super clean apts. Great locations. Call Emilio 905-424-2134 OSHAWA SOUTH,large one bedroom raised basement apartment, laundry facilities, 2 car parking, private entrance, $610 all inclusive. Mature working single or couple pre- ferred. No pets. Avail. Sept.1 (905) 579-1869. PICKERING -clean/ new one bedroom large basement apt. 4 pc. bath, kitchen, laundry, tiles, carpet. Non-smoker no pets. Available immediately. $750/month inclusive. Call 905-428-8740. PICKERING - Whites RD/401. Beautiful 3-bdrm home, 3- bathrooms, A/C, fireplace, pa- tio, laundry. 1-bedroom avail- able August 1st, share w/2 fe- male, $575 plus phone/cable. 1st, last, references. (416)577-1049 PICKERING - Whites Rd. large bright, 1 bedroom basement, sep. entrance, fireplace, park- ing, avail. immed. no-pets no- smoking. $750 inclusive, first & last. call 905-831–3681. PICKERING basement apart, imediatly. Very spacious bright, no pets, non smoking, A/C, separate entrance, con- venient area, 1st/last. $900/ month inclusive. (905)427- 2154. PICKERING-Brock&Dell- brook.Available July. 1st, one large bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, single working person pre- ferred, $750/month first and last. Includes utilities, cable, A/C, parking, fridge/stove. No pets, no smoking, references. 905-686–6231 PICKERING FINCH/HUNT- SMILL 1-bedroom basement apartment (1-person) bright & clean quiet home, separate entrance, a/c, cable utilities laundry parking references checked no smoking/pets Aug.1st $750, 905-831–5324. PICKERING VILLAGE-(AJAX) 2 bedroom, 2 baths, living/ dining, new kitchen, full bal- cony, air. $1400 monthly all inclusive, available imme- diately, first/last, no pets/ smoking, 905-723–0787 or 905-576-9844. PICKERING Whites/Hwy #2, beautiful bachelor basement with fireplace. Separate en- trance and parking. $625, available immediately. Call 905-839-3622 PICKERING, BASEMENT sep- arate entrance, prefer single non-smoker, Aug. 1st. Incl. utilities, parking. Close to shopping centre and transit, $700/mo. 1st/last. 905-420- 1945 after 7pm, anytime wee- kends. RITSON/KING two bedroom, 2-level apt. above dental of- fice. Walk-out balcony, 3-pc bath, a/c & utilities included. $1,100/mo. First/last. Avail. immediately. Please call Yung, 416-994-4548 SPACIOUS well-maintained - 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apts. Avail. at 900 and 888 Glen St. Some with walk-in closets, paint provided. Close to schools, shopping centre, GO Station. Utilities included. Call (905)728-4993. TAUNTON/GRANDVIEW AREA large new 1-bdrm basement apartment, separate entrance, mature person preferred, no pets/smoking. $750 all inclu- sive. Available immediately. Call after 5 p.m. (905)721– 2914 WHITBY 3-bedroom house, 2 cars, $1075 plus oil & hydro. Large 1-bedroom apartment, 1 car $775 plus hydro. Both Available August 1st. (905) 655–4623, (905)925-3945, (416)269-5449 WHITBY CLEAN and quiet 1- bedroom apartment, on third floor of historical downtown building. Suitable for single, working person. Non-smoking building. $625 plus hydro. Au- gust 1st. 905-668-3011. WHITBY, LARGE, bright, 1- bedroom basement apart- ment, central location, sepa- rate entrance, private patio, parking, laundry facilities. $760/month all inclusive., Available august 1st. First/ last, references. Call (905)668–5558 WHITES/401 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, 1 car parking. $660 +1/3 utilities. Avail. imme- diately. No pets, no smoking. Call 905-421-9968 WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Hay- lock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666- 3211. Houses For Rent185 A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $30,000+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacular results Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, Asso- ciate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728- 9414, or 1-877-663-1054, kencollis@sympatico.ca 3-BDRM TOWNHOUSE with garage, north end Oshawa, $1050/mo. + utilities. Refer- ences required. Call 705-324- 2006 daytime or leave mes- sage. 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW,5 min from Oshawa or Brooklin. Fully finished w/double-ga- rage, references/credit check, first/last, no pets, no applianc- es. Sept. 1, $1,350 +heat/hy- dro. 905-655-3501. AJAX,gorgeous 2400 sq/ ft. 2 storey, 4 bedroom, central air, 5 appliances, non smoker/ pets, $1700 per month Sept. 1, Westney / Magill area. 905- 428–2015. AJAX SOUTH, 4 bedroom ex- ecutive home, spotless, main floor and upper level only. Own laundry, double garage, available mid July. $1500 +, Condolyn Management, 905- 428–9766. AVAIL. AUG. 1, 3 bedroom bungalow, Whitby Brock/401, Garage, fenced yard, ap- pliances. Nice & clean. $1100 +utilities, first/last, credit check. Call 416-471-2914 HOMES & APARTMENTS FOR rent - $575 to $1400. Imme- diate availability. New all- brick Courtice home or new modern 1 bedroom Oshawa apartment. Call Rob (905)- 436-1336. NEAR SOUTH GM and 401 - 3 bedroom main floor, fridge, stove, parking $l,250 all in- clusive. Near all amenities. Very clean, references re- quired. No pets. Adults pre- ferred. Available August. lst. (905) 728-9175 OSHAWA - Country Executive, 4000sq ft. 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, 3-car garage, well ap- pointed with $1,000,000 view. Successful tenants will sign yearly rental agreement. Avail. Sept 1st. $2,500 a month. For further details call Joe 905-434–2447 OSHAWA BEAUTIFUL HOUSE 3-bdrm + loft. 2 baths, finished basement, fenced yard, air, laundry, 3-car drive. Refer- ences required, professionals preferred. Aug 1, $1500+utili- ties. 905-404-0176 OSHAWA, SPACIOUS 3-bed- room house. Walking distance to hospital, parking. Available Immediate/Aug. 1, $950/mo. + 25% utilities, first/last re- quired. Credit check, refer- ences. No smoking/pets. Please call 905-623-9242 PICKERING close to lake, four bedrooms, family room, fire- place & garage, $1275 + utili- ties, first/last, credit check. Avail Aug 1, no smoking, no pets. 905-831–8259 PICKERING BROCK/HWY#2 large 4 bedroom w/main floor family room $1350 +70% utili- ties. ALSO 2 bedroom base- ment apt. $750 +30% utilities First/last. Avail. August 1. No smoking/pets. 905-686-1650 WESTNEY/401, 4 bedroom 2 story house available imme- diately. Close to schools. Clean, garage, fenced yard, nice deck, appliances. $1300 +utilities, first/last, credit check. Call 416-471-2914 WHITBY - 3 BDRM main floor bungalow. Parking, laundry, quiet side street. Close to all amenities. $1,250 plus. ALSO 1-bdrm basement apt, sepa- rate entrance, $800 plus. Both avail. immediately, no smok- ing/pets. Call Bo Gustafson, Sutton Group (416)783–5000 Townhouses For Rent190 PICKERING TOWNHOUSE - Liverpool & Bayly, 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, central to every- thing. Available August 1st. Call 905-839-5770 or 647-280- 1934 WHITBY 3 bedroom town- home, Dundas/Garden, non- smoker, no pets, 1 parking space, available August 1st. $1200/month+htg. 1st/last + credit chk. Leslie Prentice Prudential Achievers Realty 905-428-7677. Housing Wanted191 WANTED - 3-4 BDRM HOUSE in North Ajax preferrably. Please call M. Jones 905- 686–2222 anytime. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 1 ROOM available in 3 bed- room house, shared kitchen, own bathroom, close to all amenities. Suitable for quiet, non-smoking individual, no pets. $550 inclusive, available immediately, call (416) 315– 0858 AJAX, room with large balco- ny available in large new home, $600/month. Laundry and utilities included. Call 905-426-7613 FURNISHED room for rent, private bath, private entrance, on bus route. $450 per mo. lst/ last, Available immediately. Harwood/Hwy 2. Telephone (905) 427–9576 Shared Accommodation194 AVAIL. SEPT. 1, Oshawa, $460/month, all inclusive. Close to 401, O.C. & down- town. Non-smoker, profes- sional. 9005-728-1850 COURTICE,Share home on quiet court, laundry, parking, cable included. $500 per month. lst/last required. Call (905) 436–6194 MODERN HOME backing onto Rouge Valley. Open concept. Tastefully decorated, spotless home. Looking for mature, exceptionally tidy profession- al. Room is completely fur- nished. Gas fire, decks, so- larium, garden, hiking trails. 1st & last, references, $575, avail. immediately. 416-568- 8004 (snp) OSHAWA, DIGBY AVE, spa- cious apartment, cable, inter- net, parking. $425/month in- clusive, first/last. Available now. Single non-smoking professional preferred. 905- 424-2140 Vacation Properties200 GREAT FISHING and family holiday Rice Lake. One hour from Oshawa. Modern cottag- es. Playground, sandy beach, low prices. Available July & August weekly. (705)696-2601 Sunnymead Cottages Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, ful- ly furnished, air conditioned, 2-3 bedroom manufactured homes. Pools & hot tub, near beaches & major attractions. Children welcome. Photos $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 1989 COLEMAN hardtop camper, good condition, $2,300 o.b.o. Call 905-433- 2931 28 FOOT FIFTH WHEEL trail- er- completely redone inside/ out, hitch included $5000. Call David at (705) 786–2855. BONAIR 10FT. TENT TRAIL- ER.Excellent condition; new tires 3 burner stove, sink, ice box. Hydro/propane $2400. 1- (705)-277-1389. FOR RENT 1996 Starcraft tent trailer. Loaded, including fridge & stove, awning, sleeps 8. $375/weekly. (905)433- 1247. Boats & Supplies232 97 SEA DOO SP,800 cc, 85 hp, newly rebuilt motor. Ask- ing $4000. call (416) 439– 9339 FOR SALE - 2 SEA-DOO'S 95 & 96, both run super fast and clean, also comes with dual galvanized steel trailer, win- terized yearly. Must see! $8,000 OBO. 1-877-818-9606, 9 am - 5 pm ask for Jesse or Delon 905-619-1081 after 5 pm. Pools & Supplies234 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - 16x30 O.D. Kayak Pools with decks and fence, limited quantity, from $4,995.00, 25 year war- ranty. 1-800-668-7564, www.kayakpools.on.ca Tutoring Service279 Poultry and Livestock305 2 YR OLD SORREL GELDING. 1 white sock, blaze, has been saddled, not backed. $1500. 1-705-277-1389 Bargain Centre309 DINING ROOM TABLE - black ash wood, 5 ft. x 3.5 ft. black table w/5 champagne cloth chairs. Excellent condition. A giveaway at $325.00 - obo and Kenwood stereo system w/ technics 5 cd player and speakers $350 obo. (905) 623-0831 SXS FRIDGE, STOVE, range hood, almond $500/set will separate. Year old $10,000- btu air conditioner $350. 12- foot canoe, paddles, carrier pads $250. 905-721–8483 WASHER & DRYER $250 for both. Excellent condition. 905- 426–6336 Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686- 2314. AIR CONDITIONERS - New Danby 5,000 btu $199., 7,000 btu $325, 10,000 btu $445 12,000 btu $499 new danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manu- facturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195 / up, re- conditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. STORE CLOSING - ALL MUST GO. Everything in store 40% off. 2 Dressers $35/each, bed $95, wall unit $55, 6pc. oak bedroom suite $695, 4pc. file cabinet $20, desk $75, 1950 console radio $95, 1895 Brass bed $750 o.b.o., sofa $95, chair $50, coffee +end tables $25, antique bedroom suite $850, solid oak coffee table $125, 10pc antique dining- room suite $2,900 o.b.o. Lamps + many pieces of art- work $5/each, all store shelv- ing & hardware, upholstery fabrics & supplies, many other items, 20 King St. W., Bowmanville (905)697-3532 6X6X8 WIRE MESH aluminum dog cage with gate & top, asking $400. Call (905)571– 7288 PIANO/CLOCK SALE Starts July 15. All 2001 models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller 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! ABOVE GROUND POOL 18' round x 48' high. All equip- ment included. Used one sea- son. $1500. Call 404-8683 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Air Conditioners & Dehumidifiers $99/up. Matching fridge/stove, good condition $249; Wash- ers reg/extra-cap $149/up. Dryers extra/reg $125/up. Se- lection apt.-size washers/dry- ers. Selection fridges $150/up. Side-by-sides $299. White/al- mond stoves, full/apt-size $150/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. AIR CONDITIONERS 5,000- BTUs up to 29,000-BTUs. 5000 $75; 6,000 $100; 8,000 $150; 10,000 $200. 905-420-6355 AIR CONDITIONERS,guar- anteed for summer 10,000btu $175; 8000btu $155; 6,000btu $120; 2 new - 10 & 15,000btu, plugs in regular outlet $385/ $390; Little Tykes playhouse $95; small armoire $35. 905- 576–0132 ANTIQUE 3 drawer dresser circa 1840, hardcarved moustache drawer pulls. Valued at $1,100. 905-372-6082. ANTIQUE CHINA CABINET, $800 firm. Antique "Secretary Cabinet" $700 firm, both in ex- cellent condition. 1987 Ca- price Classic, mint condition $2000 firm. Call 905-728–9624 APPLIANCES refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer. Also apart- ment-size washer & dryer. Mint condition, will sell sepa- rately, can deliver. 905-839– 0098 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. WANTED,All household fur- niture: living room furniture, kitchen furniture (wood), din- ing room furniture, bedroom furniture. Also, yard tractor, and small boat & motor (fish- ing). Will pickup & pay cash. Call 905-260-2200 COLEMAN TRAILER SALES Canada's #1 Selling Camper at Canada's largest volume Coleman Dealer. HOLIDAY WORLD RV CENTRE 3 1/2 kms North of Brooklin on Hwy #12 (Baldwin St.) 905-655- 8176 COMPUTERS NEW & USED Notebook used, Pentium 2- 233 with docking station. $599. New Pentium 4-1.6 tower, complete system $1145. Used 17" monitors $130. Other products avail- able. Warranty. Financing arranged. Guaranteed Service. Call 905-576–9216 or bitsand- bytes@rogers.com DINING ROOM 10 pieces, black, 6 chairs, table with 1 leaf. 3-pc china cabinet. Ask- ing $600. Like new. 905-428– 1420 DINING SET with buffet and hutch, good condition, cherry- wood $2000. Call (416)668– 2914 DINING SET, table w/2 leaves, 6 chairs (revolving). Like new, leather-like upholstery, neutral colour $400. Call 905-426- 3739 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. GAME CUBE w/4 controllers, 6games +accessories $600. PS1 w/2 controllers, 1 game + accessories $120. Gameboy Advance w/18 games +ac- cessories $250. Call 905-837- 0158 LUIGI'S FURNITURE - is celebrating The Grand Open- ing of our new location with a huge sale. We have officially moved from 488 to 500 King Street West, Oshawa. All merchandise is priced to clear. We stock ten different styles of futons, starting from $165. As an added bonus we'll pay your gst on any futon pur- chase We also meet or beat prices for furniture of the same quality. Coil spring mat- tresses from $89. All Sim- mons mattress sets are below wholesale price. Free delivery and old mattress removal for every new mattress set pur- chased. All Palliser leather is also at our lowest price ever. Clearance prices on all enter- tainment units, bedroom suites, rocker recliners, leath- er chairs, ottomans etc. For the best quality at the lowest price shop Luigi's Furniture, 500 King St. W., Oshawa, (905) 436-0860 MAPLE DINING ROOM SUITE with sideboard and china cab- inet circa 1960, Gently used motorized scooter. Single bed & stereo console. 905-666- 2075 MATTRESS/ Boxspring. Queen Orthopedic. Brand new, factory sealed. Sell $280. 416- 496-1343 NEED A COMPUTER?- Don't have cash? The original IBM PC, just $1 a day...no money down! Unlimited AOL and in- terest Free for 1 year! The Buck a Day Co. 1-800-772- 8617 www.buckaday.com OAK DINING ROOM suite w/4 chairs, includes hutch & buf- fet. Asking $500 o.b.o. Call 905-420–9336 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. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 $95; Inquire about our games in stock. 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. RENT TO OWN: New and re- conditioned appliances. Full Warranty. Peter's Appliances 905-837-9000 or 416-282- 0185 SAMSUNG FLAT SCREEN TV'S 27", 20" and DVD player all fur just $999 or a $1 a day...no money down! The Buck A Day Co. 1-800-332- 8318, www.buckaday.com SHUFFLEBOARDregulation size with equipment $850 obo. HP-215 digital piano, mint condition $2800 obo. af- ter 5 - 905-576-2770 SOLID OAK kitchen cup- boards, bleached oak, excel- lent condition for large kitchen area, includes acrylic sink and fawcett with sprayer, $2,000 or best offer, Perego stroller $50 or best offer, brand new navy Graco stroll- er, $70 or best offer. (905) 430-4836. SPAS...SPAS...SPAS...SPAS Broken partnership forces sale. Over 30 spa's still in wrappers. Must be sold at cost or below. 416-727-9599 STORE DISPLAYS for sale, like new, slat wall with shelves and accessories, 3 in-wall display units with lights & gflass fronts, metal chrome display freestand with shelves & baskets. 1 shelf unit (deep) take all for $1000. Days 11-6pm (905)985–2100 leave message, nights 7-9pm (705)277-3250 ask for Denise ATTENTION: QUILTERS, KNITTERS, CRAFTERS clos- ing out sale, 70% off. Country Wool Shop, Bobcaygeon 705- 738-2972. Everything must go. Inventory, shelving, racks. Cash/Debit only. OAK/PINE FURNITURE....We have expanded our showroom and are filling it with exciting New Designs in Solid Wood Bedrooms, Dining Rooms and Entertainment Units. We have a large selection available, and if you don't see what you are looking for, we will build to your specifications.... Let Tra- ditional Woodworking be your own personal FURNITURE MAKER. We have been build- ing quality solid wood furni- ture in the Durham Region 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... Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quality"..Tra- ditional Woodworking.... 115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry. 905- 985-8774. www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca 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 $225, 8 mo old dishwasher $275. all top condition. (905) 767-6598 SHEDMAN - Quality wooden sheds 8' X 8' barn kit, only $299. plus tax. Many other sizes and styles available. Also garages. 761 McKay Rd. Unit 1, Pickering. For more info. call 905-619-2093. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. VACUUM CLEANER,Kirby Gen 6, less than 2 years old, all attachments including brand new shampooer, video etc. Must sell immediately. $500 or best offer. (Paid $2,000). (905) 697-3871 leave message. VILAS DINING ROOM suite, buffet, hutch, sideboard, round table, & 8 chairs. Call (905)420–0692. Articles Wanted315 WANTED - one or two good used basic KAYAKS with pad- dles and life jackets, plastic acceptable. Call 905-377- 9983. WANTED CAMERAS:Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Voigtlander, Zeiss, Robot, Grafex, Com- piss, Leitz, Leica. 16mm movie cameras, old metal toys, Fair prices paid (905)432–1678 Most metal body cameras & miniature cameras & Super 8 cameras & projectors. Firewood330 FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Pet, Supplies Boarding370 DACHSHUNDS miniature long haired, puppies, CKC regis- tered, red, black and tans, sil- ver or cream dapples. Co- bourg, 905-372-8226. LOOKING FOR GOOD HOME for a PomPoo, male, 10yrs old, very well behaved. Due to illness in family. Call 905- 837–8554cnp Cars For Sale400 1978 EL CAMINO,Maroon, with tonneau cover, 60k miles, $6500 obo. (905-728-1959) 1978 MERCURY ZEPHYR, 6 cyl, auto, 2 door, 43,000km., ps, pb, mint condition, mech A1. Give Away Price $6,000. 905-987–3199 1989 HONDA ACCORD 2- door, 5-speed, only 175,000km. Mechanically great, drives and looks like new. Certified and e-tested. Best deal available! $3300 or best offer. 905-706-0188 1990 CADILLAC SEDAN de- Ville 4-door, 4.5 V8 auto, fully loaded. Black with red leather interior, wire wheels, AM/FM Sony w/CD, no rust, mechani- cally A!, Must sell $2150 905- 436-6763 1990 FORD TEMPO, black, certified mechanically, e-test- ed, excellent condition. Am- fm, air, auto, 140,000 kil., $2,200. Not $2,100 or $2,000. Temporary plate for test drive. Call (905) 831-2229. 1992 EAGLE TALON TSI,awd turbo, 163 k., loaded, 5 speed, 4th gear needs work. As is $5,700 firm. Telephone (905) 427–7059 1992 VOYAGER,7 seater, $3,299; 1990 Cougar, fully loaded $2,999; 1991 Eagle Ta- lon, all wheel drive $3,499; 4 other cars under $2,000. Ca- nada Day Special - No GST, No PST. Kelly & Sons. 905- 683–7301 or 905-424-9002 af- ter 6 p.m. 1995 FORD EXPLORER LTD, 178,000 km, rebuilt engine $10,500; 1995 BUICK PARK AVE. Ultra, rebuilt engine & transmission $8995; 1992 ACURA INTEGRA GS, auto, 226,000km $6695; 1990 BON- NEVILLE SSE parts car $300. KUBOTA L175 Compact Trac- tor 2 cyl. with scraper blade $2,700; TROY BUILT Wood Chipper 8HP $1000. Call Doug days 905-985-0074 days; Eve. 705-277-3250. Dealer. 1993 MAZDA 323 hatchback, red, auto, set of 4 snow tires included, new muffler, 217,000kms, $2800 (905)982–0768 1994 CAVALIER,4dr., 4 cyl., air, auto, am/fm cassette, 128,000kms., teal, $4,995 o.b.o. certified & e-tested. Call (905)579–3760. (snp) 1994 EAGLE TALON,5 spd, 2L, needs engine work, parts incl. 150K, $3,700. Also 1990 CHEV truck, for parts only. Call 905-718–9347 1997 CAVALIER, 4 dr., green, auto, air AM/FM cass., 148,000 kms., certified and E- tested, ONE OWNER, $6,990 OBO. Call 905-377-1542. 1997 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA GL, red, great condition, A/C, Power locks, AM/FM Stereo, 5-speed, certified & e-tested. Asking $11,500. 90,000km. non-smoker. Call Michelle 905-626–0365 1998 SATURN SL2, 4dr., plum, air, cruise, auto, leather, 55k, balance of warranty, key- less remote, colour matched bumpers, E-tested, certified, $12,999 905-436–2843 1999 FORD TAURUS CANDY apple red, 4 door, 58,000km p/s, p/w, p/b, cruise, 6 cylin- der, auto, warranty, $11, 900. 905-728–0766. 2 - 1994 CAVALIERS, 4dr, 4 cyl, auto, a/c, p/l, white w/blue interior, excellent condition in/ out, no rust. 109,000km/ 161,000km. Runs great. Ask- ing $3,300/$2,700. Safety & e- tested. 905-404-8518. 2000 ELANTRA WAGON , ex- cellent condition, low kms, air, auto, PS/PW/PD, excellent fuel economy, (lease takeover $274./mo+ taxes), balance of factory warranty. ALSO 2001 HONDA CIVIC A++ condition, low kms, 4dr./sedan, air, AM/ FM/CD stereo, P/S, P/D, 5- spd., (lease takeover, $287/ mo.+taxes), balance of factory warranty. Will pay lease transfer fees. Call 905-439– 4992. 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. NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-6666 • Oshawa – 905-427-2828 • Toronto – 416-289-3673 • Fax – 905-839-6008 WE CAN HELP - FAST APPROVALS 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 HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM! No deposIt Required Activated Immediately Freedom Phone Lines 1-866-687-0863 TUTORING AVAILABLE FOR HIGH SCHOOL MATH STUDENTS MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $25/HOUR (905)-837-9213 COMPUTER TRAINING At Your Home or Office • Most software programs • Lowest Rates • Senior Discounts Call Colestips! 905-831–2323 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office905-432-7200Ability R. E.Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. OSHAWA Family Bldg., Large 2 & 3 B/R units. $765 & $875 Utilities in- cluded. Easy access to schools, shopping. For appt. call (905) 721-8741 A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 3, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com We are seeking high energy, vision driven PHARMACISTS for our Loblaws locations in Oshawa, Pickering and Whitby! Candidates must have excellent communcation skills, and a focus on establishing and maintaining patient relationships via progressive pharmaceutical care. Please forward your resume in confidence to: Maureen Neary, Pharmacy Development Manager Phone (416) 967-2519 Fax (416) 967-2518 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $199 down, $199 /mth. 1-866-570-0045 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 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 AUCTION SALE Pethick and Stephenson Auction Barn, Haydon, ON., From 401 Ext. 431 at Bowmanville, North 8 mi. on Hwy. 57 to Con. Rd. 8, turn east at Firehall to Haydon. Sat. July 6, 2002 starting outside @4pm This auction features 47 collectables pieces of The Beatles, Dress- ers, maple drop leaf table & chairs, Baby bassinet, Oil paintings, Dishes, Glassware, old coins and much more. Terms : Cash, Visa, Interac, M/C. Call for fax or e-mail of the beatles list or visit www.theauctionfever AUCTIONEER DON STEPHENSON 905-263-4402 Toll free 1-866-357-5335 Auction Every Saturday Night AUCTION, SATURDAY, JULY 6TH AT 10:00AM for Phil & Ruby Fardella of Cobourg - long time Cobourg residents moved to nursing home - to be sold at WARNER'S AUC- TION HALL, HWY#2 COLBORNE.Good selection antique & modern home furnishings, dishes, glass, collectibles, as- sortment camping articles still in box - never used, excellent 9 pc Gibbard antique dining room suite, excellent art deco 7 pc bedroom suite - all original in excellent condition, other Gib- bard bedroom set, East Lake parlour table, walnut cedar chest needs refinishing, antique walnut table with turned legs, an- tique radio, 3 pc 1930's sofa suite all original with fancy wood show pieces on arms, walnut gate leg table, good sofa & chair set, occasional chairs, walnut telephone table with bench, chrome table & chairs, artificial fireplace, plus more furnish- ings, oil lamps, finger oil lamp, fishing poles & tackle box, old decoy, dirt devil vacuum, old Toledo store scales, lawn furni- ture, good gas BBQ, old Planters peanut jar, old Cobourg cal- endars, selection good old pictures & frames, quantity of tools, electric chain saw, hedge trimmers, garden & lawn tools, dishes, glassware, knick knacks, collectibles, etc. No re- serves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com AUCTION, Thursday, July 4th - 5:00PM at WARN- ER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne.Selling the contents from the home of Mrs. Lilian Heenan of Cobourg plus a large quantity of boxes never opened from the estate of Mrs. Baker of Trenton plus the contents from garage of the late Mrs. Baker. Large sale - 2 auctioneers selling inside & out. Excel- lent wrought iron kitchen set with table & chairs, side table & bakers rack, bed sofa, antique walnut extension table, selec- tion linens, good selection small occasional tables, 2 enter- tainment stands, 2 bookcases, antique chests need refinish- ing, old blanket boxes, bedding, cedar chest, double beds, sin- gle beds, mirrors, sofa & chair set, occasional chairs, old drop leaf table, old smoker stand, wooden dinette set, buffet & hutch, large selection lawn & garden tools, furniture, etc. patio furniture, other old tools, lawn mower, roto tiller, snowblower, large selection glass, china, knick knacks, assortment cups, saucers, collectables, dishes, large selection fancy doilies linens materials patterns and bedding, plus countless other articles. Too many to list - very large sale. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Tuesday, July 9 at 5:00pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 Walnut nesting tables, oak coffee & end tables, wing back chairs, Boston rocker, qty. wooden kitchen chairs, chesterfield & matching chairs, maple dress- ers, parlour chairs, oval top trunks, dining tables, mod- ern dressers & chests of drawers, wooden wardrobe, modern china cabinets, modern wall units, spool beds, aluminum extension ladder, table & floor lamps, cedar chest, 2 door refrigerators, automatic washer & dryer, chrome kitchen suite, qty. 4 drawer file cabinets, chest freezers, small safe, 30in. electric stoves, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers RR#1 Little Britain, (705) 786-2183 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, July 5 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 The property of Harold & Doris Mason of Little Bri- tain plus others, pine chest of drawers, 3pc. modern bedroom suite, dry sink, 4ft. pine harvest table, mahog- any drop front secretary, refinished wash stand, maple dressers, refinished blanket box, 76 pc. Theodore Ha- villand Limoges France dishes, 2 large oil paintings, silver tea service, pine desk, refinished dressers & chests of drawers, Duncan Phyfe table, kitchen table, hall table, pine tables, modern Hoosier cupboard, large wardrobe, qty. odd wooden kitchen chairs, 30ft. alumi- num extension ladder, 6ft. bench grinder, 4x4 box trail- er, super 7-17 new Holland 5ft. hay head, 8Hp Turf Trac riding lawn mower, 12 ft. aluminum boat, boat trailer, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers RR#1 Little Britain, (705) 786-2183 TUES. JULY 9TH – 5:00 p.m. Antiques, Furniture, Collectibles & Household items from Stouffville & Utica estates + others @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. Durham 23 (Lakeridge Rd.) N to Davis Dr & W 2 km or Hwy 404 N to Davis Dr (Newmarket) & E 24 km. King oak bdrm. ste., pine bed, vanity, d/r stes., Fr. Prov. couch, parlour tables incl. oak clover w/gl. & claw ft., d/l ped. table w/claw ft., marble top coffee table, brass & gl. tea wagon, piano bench, wicker chairs & rockers, p/b chairs, lift top bench, oak chest, marble top fern stands, alabaster lamp, blanket & doc. boxes, Singer treadle, Persian rugs, linens, fur & leather coats, qty. desks incl. walnut d/f; bookcases, fridge, washers, dryers, apt. sud saver (new), apt. freezer; China & Glass: RA Ctry Rose (48 pcs.), Roseville bowl, lg. qty. c & s, Bl. Mtn pottery, Elvis plates, bl. carnival, 8 pcs. Murano art gl., cobalt, ruby & cut gl., crystal incl. lg qty. pinwh. stemware; Collectibles: Fire Chief 503 pedal car; Gibson ephiphone elect. guitar, Ltd. Edtn. (new); Nashville elec. guitar & amp, 78 records-1,000+; 24 piano rolls, Columbus gramophone–case only, gram. horn, Marconi tube radio, child’s organ, old phone, grocery scale w/copper tray & bird’s ft., old cash register, school bell, hockey games, Coke – bank, clock, etc.; 4 Austin sculptures-baseball, milk cans, flat irons, gingerbd. clock, old calendars; Sports – qty. cards incl. Gretzkys, bobble head dolls, McFarlane hockey figures – Izerman, etc.; Outdoor, Tools & Misc.: Fortress 2000 elec. 3 wh. power chair w/bskt. & charger, wheelchair, 12’ alum. boat w/7.5 Merc motor, Muskoka chairs, bird fdrs./houses, trellis, JD 38LS lawn sweep, JD fert. spdr., lawn utility trailer, gdn. tools, wheelbarrows, 5hp air comp (new motor), jacks, axle stands, lg. qty. tools (ex.) incl. lg. elec. drills, circ. saw, routers, Makita buffer, air imp. gun, air rachet, qty. Snap On incl. rachets & sockets, Blue Pt. tap & dye set, Makita power planer, Stihl 041 Farm Boss chain saw, table saws, radial arm saw, Jepson cut-off saw, Rockwell/Delta bd. saw, Beaver drill press, Craftsman sander belt on stand, shop vac, vy. lg. qty. hand tools, tool boxes; lg. qty. drill bits & hardware; hdwe. cpbds., qty. pressbd., fish tanks, 4 wh. cart, lg. qty. old lic. plates & Ram rad mt., car pts.; 2 auctioneers sell same time Preview: 4 pm Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, debit or approved cheque. GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com Cell 416-518-6401 PUBLIC AUCTION KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Thursday July 4th 6:30pm Start Preview from 12 noon HUGE ANTIQUE SALE Selling:Estate Contents, Antiques, Furniture, Dining Room Suites, Bedroom Suites, Glassware & China, Decorative Arts, French Furniture, Limited Edition Art, Too Many Items to List Auctioneer's Remarks We have just received a container from Pennsylvania and North Carolina with a great mix of quality turn of century to good used furniture. This sale will have over 350 lots of great assortment. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:Visa, Mastercard, Amex, debit card. No registration fee. 10% buyers premium. Delivery available. For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda-Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) at (905) 683-0041 HUGE OUTSTANDING TAG SALE Sat., July 6th at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. TIDD'S AUCTION HOUSE Hwy #2 East of Cobourg Dir: Exit 401 at Hwy #45 Cobourg. Go south to 5th set of lights (King St. / Hwy 2) Turn left. Follow for approx. 6 kms. Watch for signs. NOTE: THIS IS A TAG SALE, not an auction. Selling the contents from (2) partial estates and a vintage clothing store. Featured in this sale an exceptional selection of Antique and Modern home furnishing, home decorating ac- cessories and appliances. Beds., dressers, chest of drawers, sofa's, tables, T.V.'s, VCR's, lamps, picture and frames, mirrors, shelving, enor- mous selection of glass and china, plus a fabu- lous selection of Vintage clothing, handbags, hats and jewellery. This is a definite must at- tend Tag Sale! EVERYTHING PRICED TO SELL!!! Patricia Tidd TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE (905) 372-2994. MONDAY, JULY 8TH - 10 A.M. Large antique estate auction at Orval McLean Auction Center Lindsay. Selling late Veryn Varcoe estates, contents of century stone home in Varcoe family fro 150 years, estate of late Kathleen Rich, Lindsay and property of Marjorie Oliver, Bobcaygeon, giving up housekeeping antiques and quality living, dining and bedroom furniture, antiques, sectional bookcases, new oak roll top desk, new round oak table and chairs, new chesterfield and bed chesterfield, new leather sofa and love seat, Prints - red skeleton origi- nal painting, rugs, homemade quilts, 3 antique dolls, 20 Royal Doulton figurines, glass, china, limoges and coalport dinnerware, sterling silverware, partial list - hundreds of interesting and collectables items. Vehicles - 97 GMC awd van, 98 Mercury Mystique. Orval and Barry McLean Auctioneers for flyer or view list/photos on the web at www.mclean,theauctionadvertiser.com (705) 324-2783 or 1-800-461-6499 Auction appraisal service Sat. July 6, at 10 am. Home sold, Property of Floyd Hogendoorn RR3 Millbrook. Exit 115 at Peterboro Cty. Rd. 10 go north 1st. road left on 7th line, south on Valley Rd. #66.Good household furnishings, Ken- more washer 3 yrs., dryer, lg. Kelvinator refrig., upright and chest freezer. 10' table saw, No. 10 radial arm saw, power tools, many hands tools, 3 1/2 h roto tiller, lg. box trailer w/racks, new snowblower fits White or Canadian Tire tractor, 400 lb. lawn roller and more.ID req'd. Cash /check only! Doug Mitchell Auctions RR4 Omemee 705-799-6769 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10th, 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for Mr. Blair Woodward of Sunderland, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:GE Stainless steel glass top Profile Performance Self Cleaning Convection Oven (2001), GE front load high efficiency washer and dryer (2001). Kenmore upright freezer, 8pc walnut dining room suite, oak dining room suite, 5pc Sklar Pepplar oak bedroom suite (like new), mahogany settee and side chair, 27" Sony Trinitron TV, several ant. parlour ta- bles, ant, extension table, wooden chairs, grandfather clock, Gibbard library table, pressback rocker, fern stand, balloon back chair, Marconi floor radio, 7pc toi- let set, silverware set, 3pc Moorcroft (1 spring flowers flambe), bubble glass frames, peanut jar, clocks, 10 old quilts (Ex. condition), immac. 3x4 doll house with furniture, large quantity of collectables and glassware, Civil War items, Confederate money, war books, Stihl 028 chain saw, vice, Stihl F536 weed eater (new), hand tolls, plus many other interesting items. Note:Mr. Woodward is a long time resident of Sunderland and all items are in excellent condition. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 325 Auctions 325 Auctions INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager News Advertiser 130 Commercial Avenue Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Will be received until 5 p.m., Monday July 8, 2002. Contract commencing July 15, 2002. Work consists of counting or inserting, bun- dling and dropping off papers, flyers, cata- logues and other products to specific drop locations in the Ajax area. Delivery to be completed within 2 hrs. after receiving final product. Information packages available at: 130 Commercial Ave. Ask for Pickering area - Bid Claremont Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. 260 Tenders 260 Tenders 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale Trucks For Sale410 1983 CHEV PICK UP 4x4, re- built motor & tranny, with Meyers plow, & tow boom. Passed emissions, $2800. 1979 gold wing 27000km needs carburetor work $1200. 905-433-2436 1993 FORD RANGER 4 cylin- der 5 speed box liner many new parts runs and looks great. $3500 O.B.O. 905-839- 2778 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1987 NISSAN MULTI VAN 4-cyl auto, P/S, P/B, A/C, tilt, cruise, factory dual sliding doors, mechanically A1. De- luxe valour interior. Look & runs excellent. Must sell $1350. 905-436-6763 1994 DODGE RAM VAN, Good condition, 220,000 km AS IS $4500 or B.O. 905-427- 1995 1998 TRACKER, 4X4, auto, soft top, only 62,000km. One owner. Forced to sell. Excel- lent condition, regular maint. 905-428-0580.snp 93 MERCURY Villager, AC, PW, PDL, seats 7, excellent condition, 151 kms, $5500, call 905-434–7594 Motorcycles435 1981 SUZUKI 850CC,Faring bags & trunk, am/fm cassette shaft drive with 4 into 1 ex- haust, case guards with foot pads. sold as is $1500 o.b.o. 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Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 Kiwanis music festival results honour top talents FESTIVAL SCHOLARSHIPS Senior Piano - Amanda Perry Intermediate Piano - Julia Dob- bin Junior Piano - Vicky Boukas Senior Voice - MiYoung Eom Intermediate Voice - Sarah Iles Junior Voice - Laura Klassen Senior Instrumental - Miranda Laramy Junior Instrumental - Andrea Vaughan Mr. & Mrs. C.J. Van Wees Schol- arship - Corinna Bauer Strings - Stacey Thompson Speech - St. Mary’s Improvisa- tion Group Speech - St. Francis C.S. Class 1234 Piano Concerto Class - Timothy Chan Percussion - Ibad Raees Primary Choir - Frenchman’s Bay P.S. Boy’s Choir - Fallingbrook P.S. Boy’s Choir Jazz Choir - Sir Oliver Mowat C.I. Choral Speaking - Primary - St. Francis de Sales - Class 1230 Choral Speaking - Senior Ele- mentary - P.E. Trudeau Class 1233 String Ensemble - Kelly Wallraff & Michelle Farnoush Voice Ensemble - Tamara Mitchell & Gabrielle Brydges Show Music - Voice - 13 & under - Jillian Watson, 16 & under - Stephanie Skirrow, Intermediate - Katie Skinner Ross Cotton Scholarship - Jef- frey Newberry CY & RITA POWELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS Pine Ridge Sr. Concert Band - Director: M. Onyschuk Sir Oliver Mowat Choir - Director: P. Silver Durham Girl’s Choir - Director: M.J. Corradetti Sinclair Jazz Band - S. Selby Morgan Sadler, Larissa Mason, Erin Rypstra, Tamara Mitchell, Mackenzie Jackson, John Klassen, Victoria Nowell OSHAWA SUZUKI SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP - Vania Hau - In- termediate Piano & Matthew Mitchell - Intermediate Strings GOLDEN JUBILEE CHAPTER OF THE I.O.D.E. - Efua Emil & Esi Emil MR. J.G. VENDRIG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Yoona Jhon MISS GLENDA VARTY, A.R.C.T., R.M.T. (Piano) - Ernest So PETER VAN DE POL MEMORI- AL SCHOLARSHIP FUND - Alice Yoo MRS. MARION MCCLEMENT, A.R.C.T., R.M.T. - (Voice) - Jacqueline Cunningham ALL GREEN SOD GROWERS - The Silver Tones - Director: D. Sykes JAN DRYGALA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Naomi Skinner ADA WYNSTON in honour of her Mother, STELLA CUNE (Strings) - Jeremy Foster SUGAR’S BAKERY & DELI - Karith Densmore GORD NIEUWENDYK (Voice) - Jacqueline McIntyre NATIONAL MUSIC CAMP (Scholarship to Camp) - Ronny Laramy WALTER’S MUSIC - Matthew Burling (guitar), Aimee McIntrye (advanced piano), Julie West- over (advanced piano) EAST END QUALITY MEATS - Darry Hand THE KIWANIS CLUB OF OSHAWA The Hayward Murdoch Memorial Scholarship - Matthew Newton, Naomi Barrettara, Brittany King, Bayview Heights P.S. Percussion Ensemble, Emma Quan, Lauren Boyle, Stephen Macdonald, Reed Stevens, Jennifer Carroll, Ecole T.R McEwen Gr. 5 Recorder Ensemble: Director: J. 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