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PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER Little Liam scores Local teen a War his first celebration Amps CHAMP NAME DROPPING/15 FEATURE/8 PRESSRUN 45,600 24 PAGES SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2002 OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND 905-686-2445905-686-2445 VISIT OUR SHOWROOM 239 STATION STREET239 STATION STREET (South of the 401 off Harwood Avenue) FROM www.blaisdale.com16 mths - grade 8 6 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Best Private School Blaisdale MONTESSORI School As voted by Ajax/Pickering Readers’ Choice Awards Westney Campus 20 O’Brien Crt. Thurs. Jan. 9 at 7pmOPEN HOUSE 16 mths - 6 yrs Math skills improving in Grade 9s BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Grade 9 provincial math test results are much higher than last year’s numbers, according to the Province’s student-testing agency. Students in the applied pro- gram (those not bound for uni- versity), however, are still strug- gling with the new curriculum, as just one in five are meeting the provincial standard of Level 3, or 70 to 79 per cent. The Education Quality and Assessment Office (EQAO) on Thursday released the results of the Grade 9 math test and the Grade 3 and 6 assessments of reading, writing and mathemat- ics. The tests were administered in local schools earlier this year. See OPPOSING page 4 ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Blade runners PICKERING ––Don and Carol Beaumont make their way around the Pickering Recreation Complex rink during a skating session for seniors Friday. Enthusiasts can be found at the rink every Monday and Friday at the centre between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Temporary home for Pickering Markets? Vendors, property developer in negotiations to resolve issue BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer PICKERING —You could be shopping at the Pickering markets this winter after all. Market vendors and First Pro Shopping Centres say they are close to finalizing a deal which would see the markets set up shop at the northeast corner of the Metro East Trade Centre property for the next six months. “We don’t know all the details yet, but we hope to touch base again in the next couple of weeks,” said Arley Karpman, the vendors’ lawyer. “We’re very, very pleased,” he said of the negotiations, which took place Thursday with the developer. First Pro is offering the use of a temporary struc- ture, which could be installed on the site in time for the Metro East Trade Centre’s demolition in February and dismantled when the markets new home on Bayly Street and Squires Beach Road is complete in August. The structure’s materials haven’t been determined yet, said Ornella Richichi, First Pro’s director of land planning. But it will be heated and have load-bearing capac- ity for snow and ice, she said. And although it won’t have access to water, the structure will have electrici- ty and include washrooms, she said. At 50,000 square-feet, the structure is “kind of small” but better than nothing, Mr. Karpman said. “We’re going to have to be creative. Some of our vendors have multiple booths. It may mean some won’t be able to have them all (at the temporary site),” he said. Details, such as when the structure will be in- stalled and how much rent the vendors will pay, still need to be worked out, Mr. Karpman said. And the See FOCUS page 2 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Holiday Tree WishesHoliday Tree Wishes $$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $$ $ BLOOMINGTON GOODWOOD For more details and contest rules visit the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino. Must be 19 years of age or older. No purchase necessary. License #C000010. BAAGWATING COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION. 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Welcoming you to our family dental practice. 2200 Brock Road in the Brock North Plaza Dr. Fernandes, Jill, Robbin, Mary, Michele, Michelle, Donna, Vanda, Dr. Pacione, Angie, Angela, Brenda, Dr. Sbaraglia Not Shown - Dr. Dagher, Anna, Julianne Focus turns to applied students Sixty-three per cent of Grade 9s in the academic program met or sur- passed the provincial standard, up from 49 per cent in 2001. Students in the applied program also achieved higher results, with 21 per cent mak- ing the grade or doing better than the standard. In 2001, 13 per cent of students achieved Level 3 or higher. The Grade 9 math test was intro- duced in 2001. EQAO produces different assess- ments for academic and applied pro- gram students, although 40 per cent of the material overlaps. “We’re quite pleased about that,” Ardeth Staz, EQAO’s chief assess- ment officer, said in an interview of the improvement. “Obviously there are some issues with the applied stu- dents.” EQAO in its report recommends that school boards, teachers and prin- cipals compare this year’s and the 2001 results to determine where there has been improvement and which im- provement strategies have had the greatest impact. In choosing resources for the classroom and teaching strategies, she said educators need to consider the different ways students in the two programs learn. “The students who are in applied courses are there because they do bet- ter with concrete examples, with rele- vant examples,” she said. Academic course students, on the other hand, learn better by listening and are able to capture abstract con- cepts, said Ms. Staz. “Applied students don’t learn well that way,” she said. “They need to en- gage in activities that have their hands involved.” Overall, the Grade 3 and 6 test re- sults were the same as in 2001. Fifty per cent of Grade 3 students met or surpassed the provincial standard in reading, one point higher than the 2001 figure. The writing percentage was 55, up three points from 2001, and 58 per cent met or did better than the standard in math, down three per- centage points. The percentage of Grade 6 stu- dents who achieved at or higher than the standard in reading, writing and math was identical to the 2001 num- bers: 55, 53 and 54, respectively. Ms. Staz expected the Grade 3 and 6 results to ‘inevitably’ improve as Ontario students benefit from the Province’s early reading and math strategies. The early reading strategy was introduced in the last school year and expanded this year, when an early math strategy was announced and begun. She cautioned the EQAO results are only a piece of the information about what’s going on in the province’s classrooms. The Durham District School Board plans to release its board and school-by-school assessment results at the Jan. 20 board meeting. The Durham Catholic District School Board is slated to announce its results at the Jan. 13 board meet- ing. EQAO is to post the board and school results on its Web site, www.eqao.com, Jan. 30. FOCUS from page 1DURHAM —The following chart shows the percent- age of the Province’s Grade 3 and 6 students who achieved the provincial standard of Level 3 (70 to 79 per cent) or better in Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) testing conducted earlier this year and in recent years. These Method 1 results include students who were exempted and who did not produce enough work to be scored. School board and individual school results are to be posted on the EQAO Web site, www.eqao.com, at the end of January. Students were tested in reading, writing and math. Grade 3 Year Reading Writing Math 2002 50 55 58 2001 49 52 61 2000 49 52 57 1999 45 52 56 1998 46 49 43 Grade 6 Year Reading Writing Math 2002 55 53 54 2001 55 53 54 2000 50 48 51 1999 48 48 46 1998 N/A N/A N/A Elementary results: Teen charged in bomb threat AJAX ––A 17-year-old student has been charged with public mischief after a bogus bomb threat was called in to Ajax High School Thursday. The call, placed to the Bayly Street school at 9:15 a.m., was traced to a pay phone at a nearby plaza. Durham Regional Police investi- gating the threat arrested the Ajax teenager at the school about one hour later, after he showed up late for class- es. The youth was charged with public mischief and conveying a false mes- sage, and was released with a court date. Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! ✩ For further information on Community Newspapers in Education call: Metroland Durham Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt 905-579-4400 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 3 A/P Climate Change Achieving Our Com m i t m e n t s T o g e t h e r Climate Change P l a n for Canada Gouvernement du Canada Government of Canada Climate Change Plan for Canada Taking action on climate change Together, we can do it. The plan is balanced to ensure we can achieve economic and environmental goals and that no region will bear an unfair burden. Governments, industries and all Canadians have a role to play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Find out what you can do. To obtain your copy, call 1 800O-Canada (1800622-6232), TTY 1800465-7735 or visit canada.gc.ca to give us your views. pickeringtowncentre.com Santa Claus from the North Pole Not quite ready for the Holidays? Holiday hours begin Sunday, December 1st Monday to Friday 10:00am-9:00pm Saturday 9:30am-9:00pm Sunday 10:00am-7:00pm Friday, December 6th Midnight Madness 10:00am-Midnight Friday, December 20th Midnight Madness 10:00am-Midnight Tuesday, December 24th Christmas Eve 8:30am-5:00pm Wednesday, December 25th Christmas Day Mall Closed Thursday, December 26th Boxing Day 8:30am-7:00pm Get everything you need with Extended Holiday Shopping Hours Hydro rate cap puts crack in municipal ‘nest egg’ Veridian braces for fallout from recent provincial moves BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer DURHAM —Ve ridian Corporation is bracing itself for a “loss of cash flow” when the provincial government caps hydro rates and delivery charges later this month. While chief executive officer John Wiersma acknowledges something had to be done to bring the volatile energy market under control for consumers, he said municipally-owned electricity companies like Veridian deserve special consideration from the new legislative changes. Veridian will meet with the Ontario ministry of energy next week to ask for just that, he said. “The government needs to let us be- come commercially viable,” Mr. Wiers- ma argued. Owned by Pickering, Ajax, Claring- ton and Belleville, Veridian services those communities along with Uxbridge, Brock and Port Hope. As part of its hydro relief package, the Province has promised to cap the price of power at 4.3 cents per kilowatt hour for the next four years, and rebate consumers for everything they paid above that price since the energy market deregulated May. 1. Mr. Wiersma said Veridian’s retailer, First Source Energy, won’t be as affect- ed by the cap. It offered a three-year fixed rate to customers at just over five cents per kilowatt-hour, but Mr. Wiers- ma said the Province has to honour those legal contracts and compensate re- tailers for the difference. At this point, the Province’s new leg- islation only affects residential and small business customers, who make up a small volume of business for First Source Energy, he said. Commercial and industrial compa- nies, which make up the majority of its customers, are still paying the standard supply price of energy. Until that changes, First Source Energy doesn’t anticipate a reduction in staffing levels. However, Veridian Connections, the corporation’s electricity distributor, will suffer a “loss of cash flow” when deliv- ery charges are capped by the new leg- islation, Mr. Wiersma said. Ve ridian Connections was in the middle of a rate increase phased in over three years. The final increase was scheduled for March, which would have brought the distributor up to a commer- cial rate of return of 10 per cent. Without the final increase, Veridian is stuck at somewhere between a five to six per cent rate of return, Mr. Wiersma said. “And that’s only a modest return for our shareholders. We’re not at a com- mercial rate,”he said,adding municipal- ities invested in Veridian with the under- standing it would have a 10 per cent re- turn. Mr. Wiersma said the corporation has come up with a loss estimate but hasn’t formally presented the figure to its board of directors. Pickering Ward 2 Regional Council- lor Mark Holland said as major share- holder, the City needs to know how much the electricity company stands to lose. It should also urge Veridian to seek cost recovery from the Province for its recent “legislative flip- flop”, he said. “Veridian was the City’s only nest egg. The City of Pickering does not have a large amount of reserves. They’re finite at best. Ask yourself after the provincial changes what Veridian is worth. “We’re now stuck with a company that has a massive de- valuation. Veridian made a deci- sion, we made a decision, on a system that changed without consultation.” food court and its need for water is another considera- tion, he said. Rent will be “substantial- ly similar” at the temporary site, Ms. Richichi said, adding First Pro isn’t “look- ing to gouge anybody”. The temporary structure will require several plan- ning approvals from the City for things like parking, fire regulation within the structure, and snow routing, but Ward 1 Regional Coun- cillor Maurice Brenner said staff have told him it should not be a long process. “There’s no reason this should get bogged down in the bureaucratic process,” he said. “Staff has ensured it will move mountains to make sure this goes through in time.” P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com FINCH BROCK KINGSTON RD. 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In an interview she said she is honoured to serve the board and appreciates the support of her peers and the commitment to the board shown by its staff, parents and teachers. “We worked through a lot of challenges this year and we’ll be faced with more; there’s so many changes in Catholic educa- tion and we have a new di- rector coming in,” Trustee Martin reflected in an inter- view. Trustee Martin is anx- ious to see what Dr. Mordechai Rozanski rec- ommends to Education Minister Elizabeth Witmer. His Education Equality Task Force conducted an independent review of On- tario’s education funding formula. “I would hope through this entire process that the ministry recog- nizes, not only recognizes, but does something to help boards across the province with the financial situation they’re in now.” she said. Martin enters select company Share breakfast with Santa Claus PICKERING ––Share the most important meal of the day with friends and family at an upcoming breakfast with Santa. The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606, 1555 Bayly St. hosts its Christ- mas bake and craft sale and breakfast with Santa Sun- day, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon. Breakfast is $3 each and everyone is welcome to at- tend. Call 905-839-2990 for more information on the event. Support offered for those with dietary issues PICKERING ––A local sup- port group for those with di- etary concerns meets here Fri- day. The local chapter of Overeaters Anonymous meets Friday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at LaStor- ta, at the north end of Liver- pool Road next to Manresa Re- treat House. For more in- formation call Edith during the day at 905-686- 3834. To r onto woman charged in separate incident after car plows into cruiser BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer PICKERING ––Police just shook their heads after a man under a life- time driving ban for impaired driving was stopped at a RIDE spotcheck Thursday –– and charged with im- paired driving. The Durham Regional Police RIDE unit was set up on Taunton Road, at Sideline 26 in Pickering, when a man was flagged down at 10:20 p.m. Investigation revealed he was under three separate court-imposed driving prohibition orders, including a lifetime licence suspension for im- paired driving dished out by a New- market judge in 2001, alleged Sergeant Paul Malik. “What more can you do?” the offi- cer said. Officers say they detected alcohol on the Pickering man, who allegedly refused a breath test. Meanwhile, a few hours later a suspected impaired driver plowed into a RIDE spotcheck on Hwy. 2, east of Whites Road, at 1:50 a.m. Friday. Sgt. Malik said a Toronto woman in a Ford Thunderbird crashed into the back of a parked cruiser, which had flashing lights activated sig- nalling RIDE. No one was hurt and combined damage to the car and cruiser was $3,000. Sgt. Malik said it’s not the first time a suspected impaired driver has literally bumped into officers con- ducting RIDE checks. He said police are troubled by early results of this year’s holiday season RIDE program, which netted 10 alleged drunk drivers on the first weekend. “We are totally amazed by the number of people still drinking and driving. With all the devastation on the roads and all the messages, why anyone would still get behind the wheel drunk is beyond me,” he said. Dennis Conley Arbour, 46, of Taunton Road, Pickering is charged with impaired driving, driving while disqualified and refusing a breath sample. He was detained pending a bail hearing. Kimberley Reynolds, 35, of Toron- to, has been charged with impaired driving and refusing a breath sample. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 5 A/P ®REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE SINGER COMPANY LIMITED Singer Sewing Machine Company ordered these machines in anticipation of LARGE SCHOOL SALES. Due to budget cuts, these sales are undelivered. These Deluxe Singer Machines must be sold. 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Rebuild Your Credit With 1-866-570-0045 newstartleasing.com as low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering Motorist under driving ban charged at RIDE stop Visit us online at infodurhamregion.com A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Political will needed to fix health care To the editor: Despite its shortcomings, Canada’s cur- rent health-care system, compared to that of six decades or so ago is arguably one of the best in the world. Gone are the days when babies were delivered on credit and some doctors had to resort to collection agencies to remain solvent. However, ac- cording to present-day expectations, the ‘status quo’is not an option. Roy Romanow’s extensive study identi- fies several health areas that require more than a short-term financial fix. The cost of a complete overhaul is $15 billion in feder- al funds by 2006. Sounds good, but is it? About 15 years ago, the Ontario gov- ernment commissioned a study to find ways to improve the welfare system. Many meetings were held, input was encouraged from all facets of society, including the dis- advantaged, and eventually a 600-page re- port was released. It was much too cum- bersome to digest, so a 200-page summary was issued. Weeks went by, then months, then years. The report sank into oblivion and was never heard of again. By the way, what even happened to the government’s plan to eliminate child poverty within 10 years? The time is up, the project tanked. Is there an analogy here? Federal money promised by Prime Min- ister Jean Chretien, although he admits he will not be able to meet the requested $15 billion, has about the same credibility as his election promise to scrap the GST. Will the federal Liberals still be around in 2006? Governments change. It’s the ret- ribution of politics. Let’s just hope there is enough public pressure and all-party political will to achieve a state-of-the-art Canadian health- care system. Let’s not opt for anything less. J. Gordon Neal Whitby NEWS ADVERTISER A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Steve Houston Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Barb Harrison Composing Manager *** News 905-683-5110 Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 E-mail shouston@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 *** The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS NEWS ADVERTISER DECEMBER 8, 2002 Consistency is a wonderful, albeit elusive, thing. As president, George Bush has no difficulty rattling the swords of war. But during the Vietnam War, he man- aged to avoid having to fight by join- ing the Texas Air National Guard. In his role, Bush kept the skies over Lub- bock clear of Viet Cong bombers. Closer to home, a majority of Ajax councillors didn’t want Carruthers Creek Drive as the name for a road in- tersecting with the new Hwy. 401 in- terchange. The argument went that the road would have three names in a fair- ly short distance — Pickering Beach Road, Carruthers Creek and Salem Road. Too many names would be a safety concern: Police, ambulance and firefighters wouldn’t know where to go in an emergency. So, Salem was chosen. Yet, this past Monday, while ap- proving a subdivision in the Audley and Rossland roads area, no one bat- ted an eye over one of the roads po- tentially having three names in less than a kilometre. Names have not yet been attached to the roads, so we cur- rently have Street ‘D’ turning into Street ‘H’ which then becomes Street ‘J’. (Let’s not forget Delaney Drive becomes Magill Drive and eventually Kerrison Drive, all within a short space.) And, how many times do council- lors talk about protecting the public purse and then do something like in- clude cellphones, pagers and black- berries in their budgets? Councillors don’t make a lot of money doing the job, but one-third of what they get is tax-free and that’s to be used for these things. Politicians often say government should run like a business, but given the recent example of corporate greed, maybe elected officials are acting like CEOs and the like. The provincial Tories pat them- selves on the back about their fiscal prudence and business-like approach to spending. They must have forgotten those virtues when it comes to using consultants. However, praise should be given when there is consistency. Durham councillors on Wednesday gave the thumbs up to a smoking bylaw, mean- ing puffers won’t be able to light up in restaurants, bars, at work and other public places. Most councillors supported the bylaw last month but had put it off until February. After getting advice that the delay could imperil the bylaw, they backtracked and voted to approve it. There’s no consistency in how they got there, but councillors did stay the course in taking a public stand on a vulgar habit. Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com If nothing else, politicians are consistently inconsistent It may have seemed those involved with the University of On- tario Institute of Technology were just happy to receive a charter when then-Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced its creation in May 2001. But those who believed UOIT would fall quietly into the Ontario university system obviously don’t know the university’s founding president, Gary Polonsky. Less than 18 months into the life of UOIT, it’s clear this school is going to be something very special, a real jewel in the Region’s crown. Perhaps Mr. Polonsky might have been modest in his pro- posals for campus and student size when he laid out a map for what he envisioned UOIT to be. Mr. Polonsky, who has spent more than a dozen years building and growing Durham College into one of the finest post-secondary institutions in Ontario, clearly wants to make UOIT a standout. To that end, he has launched an ambitious $100-million, five- year fund-raising program that has already received $8 million from the City of Oshawa, has asked for $10 million from the Region of Durham and, reportedly, has another $10 million committed. Those who’ve recently toured the university’s campus in north Oshawa, which it shares with Durham College, are astounded by the amount of construction and changes now occurring. And, once the university reaches an expanded 10,000 student population by 2010 (up from initial maximum estimates of 6,500) the Durham/UOIT campus is expected to extend all the way past Thornton Road into Whitby and number 1,500 acres. That’s more than triple the current size. “The university is growing before our eyes in ways many of you wouldn’t believe...We are hiring wonderful people from across the country...(We will) bring a brain regain of brilliant Canadians re- turning to Canada, returning to Durham Region...This is stone-cold serious business. We have an opportunity to create a Boston (where Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston College and other centres of higher learning are located) in Durham Region.” A charged-up Mr. Polonsky made all these comments during a presentation to Durham Region council Wednesday. With Mr. Polonsky, such statements are not simple boasting, not empty rhetoric. The experienced administrator has devoted his life to post- secondary education and is giving everything he has to making UOIT/Durham College an institution which measures up in every way to anything in Canada. The economic boom of billions of dollars a year to this region, the ‘brain regain’, and the opportunities for our young people will be very exciting to be part of in years to come. We can all help this project come to fruition. It will repay us many times over in many different ways. Big goals well within university’s reach UOIT won’t be just another post-secondary institution Keith Gilligan Staff Writer kgilligan@durhamregion.com www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 7 A/P ‘It’s not a party’: Homeless youth BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer DURHAM ––Joseph Tanner is not your average 21-year-old. Hav- ing slept under bridges, on park benches, in bushes, parking garages, and in several squats throughout his teenage years, his experiences are far different from the norm. Originally from Burlington, Mr. Tanner left home at 13 because of family conflict. “I had to get out,” he said. “I just couldn’t stand it any longer.” As a teenager he travelled throughout the United States and here in the Greater Toronto Area, living on the streets. He came to Os- hawa in 1998 at the age of 16. A veteran of Toronto’s street life by that time and used to continually picking up and starting over, Mr. Tanner adapted quickly and has spent much of the last five years here in Durham. In and out of shelters and differ- ent street youth programs since he left home, Mr. Tanner says street life is no picnic. “It’s not a party. There are a lot of ups and a lot of downs, but to live on the streets you have to be a survivor. You have to be strong or you’ll get eaten up,” he explained. “The toughest part is waking up every day not knowing what you’re going to eat, where you’re going to get it and where you’re going to live.” He says drugs are an unavoidable reality of any street teen’s life. “Drugs,that’s an every day thing. If you’re not doing it you’re seeing it,” he said. “I’ve done a lot of stuff, in Toronto, I got stuck on gravol (non-prescription, anti-nausea med- ication), stealing it from pharma- cies, maybe 15 to 30 pills a day. Drugs, they’ve always been there.” These days Mr. Tanner has trad- ed in the parking garages and park benches for a bed in the Ark, a youth shelter on Division Street in Os- hawa, which provides a place to stay, food, safety, some short-term crisis counselling and support to homeless youth between the ages of 16 and 21. It is a place he’s been before. “Right now I’m just trying to get my life sorted out,” he said. “I’ve stayed at the Ark before and left without doing anything. I just stayed a while and then left. This time I’m going to turn my life around. Get a place, get a job and go to college next year.” But, he knows following that path easier said then done. “Growing up on the streets you don’t get a lot of experience so it’s hard to get a job,” he said. “If I had a choice I would have lived a normal life. An average family environment would be better, but I didn’t, so I have to do it myself.” Jessica Boyd is a front-line youth worker and fund-raiser with the Ark. She said one of the toughest parts of her job is seeing kids like Joseph with a history at the facility contin- ue to come back. “These kids often don’t have anything,” she said. “We’re their family.” At the 25-bed shelter, Ms. Boyd said they see kids just out of jail, running from sexual or physical abuse, orphaned teens and just about any other tragic story one can think of. An average of 15 to 20 kids stay at the Ark throughout the winter. Right now, they have 13 but Ms. Boyd said two weeks ago they were overflowing with 28 kids. Since the Ark is the only youth shelter in Durham, Ms. Boyd says it sees street kids from all over the re- gion and beyond. “People don’t realize there’s a problem here because it’s not like To ronto, kids aren’t running up to cars with squeegees, but there are still kids on the street. It’s there, people just don’t realize it,” she said. Mr. Tanner said those who don’t believe there is a street youth prob- lem in Durham or think they’re just a bunch of kids who didn’t like their parents’rules at home are “living in an delusional world, not seeing the actual reality.” The Ark has been open since April 1996, but Ms. Boyd said the facility just started from scratch with new staff and a new board just over a year ago. Although the Ark does receive base funding from the Region cov- ering about 60 per cent of its costs, Ms. Boyd said there’s never enough money and they “network, beg and fund-raise” for the rest. The Ark has a housing co-ordi- nator and computers with Internet access on site to help users look for a job and housing. It also provides breakfast and dinner for the kids. “We support street youth because they fall through the cracks and there’s not a lot out there for them,” Ms. Boyd said. “They’re still basi- cally children and we want to help get them on the right track.” She said she believes this time Mr. Tanner is headed on a positive route in his life. The Ark closes its doors to the kids for the daytime after 9 a.m. and Ms. Boyd said she encourages the residents to take food with them or visit the Refuge Second Chance Youth Outreach Centre just blocks away on King Street for lunch. Mr. Tanner and about 25 to 30 other kids visit the Refuge every day. Dave Peppiatt, director of the Refuge, an arm of Oshawa’s Gate 3:16,says his organization does a lot more than just hand out a free meal and give kids a place to get off the streets during the day. “What we’re doing is looking at the root cause of homelessness, dis- covering why these kids are out on the street in the first place. Maybe they can go home, they can go back and work it out. Sometimes it’s ab- solutely brutal, a place they don’t want to be. A lot of these kids have serious emotional disorders and they do need counselling. A lot of them suffer from sexual and physi- cal abuse and there’s a lot they’re dealing with. We’re looking at why they’re out here and what we can do about it,” he said. After 12 years working with street youth, three-and-a-half on the front lines in Oshawa, Mr. Peppiatt said his experience has taught him a large percentage of kids on the street end up there because their parents don’t know how to handle them. He also said one-third come from families with serious poverty issues although there are always a few kids from wealthier families who may not like the rules at home and end up running away. He calls them “tourists. “They usually go home pretty quickly because they can’t handle it on the street. They don’t last very long,” he said. “We get a lot of ‘tourists’ in the summer but as soon as the weather gets cold they disap- pear real quick.” Ms. Boyd said fortunately they don’t see a lot of ‘tourists’at the Ark because they would be taking up limited space needed for kids with real long-term problems and nowhere else to go. “If they’re running from authori- ty they quickly see we have rules and a routine too. As soon as they realize that, they (tourists) go back home,” she said. Mr. Tanner said the ‘tourists’ re- alize fairly quickly the streets aren’t a great place to visit, much less live on.The Refuge is open mornings five days a week serving lunch and runs a program for street teens Fri- day night. As a part of Gate 3:16, it receives no government funding and is forced to survive on private dona- tions. In October, it was forced to close its doors for two weeks due to a lack of funds. “These kids weren’t eating right, they were getting sick, when we were closed for two weeks we real- ly saw the desperate need for a place like this,” said Mr. Peppiatt. “We’re not sitting there letting them play pool all day, we’re trying to make their lives better. We want to get into their lives and figure out what’s going on so we can help make them better. These kids often have no hope and no dignity. We try to give them purpose and meaning in their lives.” Mr. Tanner said he would be in- terested in a job working with street youth after college. He figures they might be more apt to listen to some- one who’s been there before. Mr. Peppiatt agrees and the two will soon be producing an educa- tional video so Mr. Tanner can share his experience with schools and dif- ferent young people, giving his in- sights into what life is really like on the streets. “Joe can say ‘I’ve been on the street and this is the reality’,” said Mr. Peppiatt. “Yes, his experience sucks, but it can be used for good. What was a bad thing can be use- ful.” Mr. Tanner said if he can help just one kid follow a path different from his own he knows he’s done the right thing. “I don’t think a lot of people re- alize that we don’t want to be here,” he said. “Living on the streets is no fun.” STREET STREET YYOUTHSOUTHS A.J. GROEN/News Advertiser photos Homeless youths, front to back, April Sanderson, Joseph Tanner and Sandy Price at the Refuge in Oshawa. The Refuge Second Chance Youth Outreach Centre’s director Dave Pe ppiatt. “Sometimes it’s absolutely brutal, a place they don’t want to be. 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COMPLETE EXTERIOR PAINT SERVICE $49995 FALL SPECTACULAR PLUS 3 HOURS OF BODYWORK Reg. $650 Limited Time Offer BOOK NOW FINAL WEEK OF SALE ONLY SUNDAY, DEC. 8 PERFORMANCE:Bayfair Bap- tist Church Choir presents their Christmas Cantata ‘Bethlehem Star’ at 6 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. All are welcome. Ad- mission is free. Contact 905- 839-4621. AUTISM:The Durham Chapter of the Autism Society holds its Christmas party from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Jubilee Pavilion, 55 Lakeview Park Dr., Oshawa. It’s for individuals with autism, PDD, Asperger’s, their family and friends. 905-619-8926 (Lynne Leyland). CAROL SING:Get into the Christmas spirit at St. Paul’s on the Hill Anglican Church with a Christmas carol sing starting at 7 p.m. and followed by light re- freshments and a mini bazaar. The church is at 823 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. MONDAY, DEC. 9 BREASTFEEDING:The Ajax- Pickering La Leche League meets the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Ajax YMCA, located at 230 Westney Rd. S. (Westney and Bayly). The group provides a supportive environment for mothers who seek breastfeed- ing information and support. Nursing babies are always wel- come. 905-427-8063 (Donna), 905-683-7547 (Yvette) or 905- 426-1741 (Shannon). SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES:The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays euchre every Monday and Friday at 8 p.m. and Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. In addi- tion, there is rug hooking most Mondays at 7:30 p.m. For eu- chre, call Jack at 905-683- 9696, and for rug hooking, con- firm day and times with Marie at 905-683-4879. TUESDAY, DEC. 10 SENIORS’ EXERCISE:Come and exercise with the Ajax Se- niors’ Friendship Club at 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573. ART SHOW:The artwork of 12 Ontario Power Generation em- ployees is on display until Dec. 20 at the Pickering Nuclear In- for mation Centre, located at 1675 Montgomery Park Road, Pickering.There is no charge to view the exhibit, open Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. HALF HOUR TO HEALTH:The Village Chiropractic and Mas- sage Clinic, 8 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, holds a half hour to optimal health program hosted by Dr. Noble at 6:30 p.m. Learn the latest health breakthroughs that can help change your life forever. This program is free, however, seating is limited so reservations are necessary.For more information or to reserve a seat please call 905-427- 3202. HISTORICAL SOCIETY:The Pickering Township Historical Society holds a meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the East Shore Commu- nity Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. Guest speakers include Jerry Paris, John Sabean and Carol King who will talk about a var iety of historical events. For more information call 905-420- 6588. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11 WHIST AND BRIDGE:The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays every Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. — the club is looking for additional whist players — at St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. For whist, call Eleanor at 905-427- 8785, or for bridge, call Jack Syme at 905-683-9696. ALZHEIMER DURHAM:The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region’s Ajax-Pickering sup- port group meets from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the lounge at Life Centre Housing, 1 Marsh La., in Ajax. All caregivers are wel- come. 905-576-2567. ONE PARENT SUPPORT:The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families 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 second Wednesday of the month when start time is 8:30 p.m. Call 905-426-4646 or visit www.geocities.com/opfaca. ❑❑❑ To list your non-profit group’s upcoming events, fax the infor- mation to us at 905-683-7363, email it to tdoyle@durhamre- gion.com, or send it by post to 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont., L1S 2H5. Billboard December 8, 2002 Alzheimer support group meets Wednesday AJAX ––The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region’s Ajax-Pickering sup- port group meets Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon in the lounge at Life Centre Housing at 1 Marsh La.ne. All caregivers are welcome. Call 905-576-2567 for more infor- mation. Seniors get in line for fun AJAX ––Get in line and have some fun this Thursday. The Ajax Se- niors’ Friendship Club offers line dancing every Thursday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Com- munity Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683-9696 or Agnes at 905- 686-1573. Birthday? Anniversary? Wedding? Let us know. We’ll publish your special occasion in an easy-to-read and easy-to-clip format... ...Send to: Name Dropping, c/o Keith Gilligan, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5Winners may go directly to Baskin Robbins to receive their FREE cake. (Please provide identification) PRIZE VALID UNTIL SAT., DECEMBER 15, 2002 & 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering 905-831-5431 THIS WEEK’S CAKE WINNERS ARE: 1. Emily Nietvelt 2. Louis Del Re 3. Taylor BrownBASKIN ROB BI NSwww.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 15 A/P N ame D ropping NEWS ADVERTISER DECEMBER 8, 2002 “Our princess,Francesca Maria Volpe,turned three Nov. 12. We can’t believe our ‘miracle baby’is another year older! Your warm smile and big hugs make every day worth living. Your baby sister Vanessa loves you to pieces, especially when you hug and kiss her. Lots of love, hugs and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Vanessa, your grandparents, aunts, un- cles and cousins. Always re- member your guardian angel is always with you and keep- ing you safe.” Birthday “Another teen has arrived. Nicole Parks turned 13 Nov. 27 and she’s ready to make her mark! Many happy re- turns of the day sweetheart, and may all your hopes and dreams come true. We all love and cherish you for the beautiful and thoughtful per- son you are. Lots of love and kisses always, from Mum, Dad and brother Courtney.” 13th Birthday “Our pumpkin pie turned three Dec. 3. Happy birthday Kara. Lots of love from Mommy, Daddy and Freddie.” Birthday “Wow, a whole year al- ready! Our sweet Alyssa Gauthier celebrated her first birthday Nov. 20. Lots of love and happy wishes from Mommy, Daddy,sis- ter Amanda, Nanny, Poppy, Grandma and Grandpa.” Birthday “Our little princess is no longer little. Nicole Leigh Bird turned 12 Nov. 23. What a great year she had. Nicole was part of the Ajax Comets Baton Corps Cana- dian championship winning parade corps team. She also received an award for being the leader of the winning team. Happy birthday wish- es Nicole from Mommy, Daddy, Brady, Rusty the cat,Nana, Papa, Grandpa, both Grandmas and the rest of your family and friends.” Birthday “Our athlete Louis Del Re turned 10 Nov. 26. Best wishes to our oldest son. Lotsa love from Mom, Dad, brothers Marcus and Cur- tis. “We’re very proud of you. Have a great birthday.” Birthday “On Nov. 30, five years ago, our little Gabriel was born and ever since it’s been heaven come down and glory filled our souls. Our dar- ling son, may God bless you and keep you as active as you are. Happy birthday and lots of love from Dad, Mom, Marcus, Nicholas, Grandma, Uncle Ever- ald and baby Mehah.” Birthday Happy birthday wishes to “our million-dollar girl” Emily Nietvelt,who turned six Nov. 23. Much love and kisses from Mommy, Daddy,brother Frankie, Nonno, Nana,and Uncle Aldo. Birthday Shirley and Eugene Cal- houn are marking 50 years of wedded bliss. To cele- brate, an open house is being held Dec. 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 706 Kingfisher Dr., Pick- ering. Best wishes only. 50th Anniversary Happy fifth birthday Nov. 28 to “our sweet, pre- cious Heather. You’re a joy and a terrific big sister. Love always from Mom, Dad and Julie.” Birthday “Still singing their hearts out. The happy birthday song rang out for Shannon Oct. 18,Caitlin Nov. 9 and Stephanie Dec. 4. With love to all from your fami- lies.” Birthdays “One year ago, on Dec. 5, God blessed Christine and Stephen with the birth of their second son,Liam. ‘Now our little flipper is one.’ Lots of love, hugs and kisses from brother Graeme, Mommy, Daddy, Nana and Papa Bell, Grandma and Grandpa Scott, Aunt Daisy, Uncle Nick,aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.” Birthday“Nov. 21 was a special day in the Brown house- hold as our little girl Ta ylor turned nine. Lots of love and great big wishes for a special little girl. Love from your family.” Birthday Happy birthday wishes went out to Jade Nov. 25, as he celebrated his sixth birthday. Wishing him a great day were Mom, Dad, his many friends,Tammy, and the McConnells. Birthday “Happy 30th birthday to Mike Nov. 25. You’re the world’s greatest fa- ther and husband. We thank God everyday for your love, health and happiness. You’re the rock of this family. Thank you for being so under- standing during these rough times. Always remember we love you, from your wife Joanne and son Sebastian.”And, “happy 61st birthday to Sebastiano Nov. 27. We wish you lots of health and happiness for many more years to come. Thank you for being there for all of us in good times and in bad times. Love always from your loving wife Lina,children, grandchildren and family.” Birthdays Nov. 28 was a milestone day for John Chiusolo Ju- nior,as he turned 30. “To know you is to love you, and your family that knows you surely does love you. From your proud family.” Birthday “Happy first birthday to our special little angel Kaitlynn! You have brought so much joy and happiness into everyone’s life. You’re definitely a blessing from above. With lots of love, hugs and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Nana, Papa, Auntie Wendi, Uncle Gord, cousin Brittanni, Rocco, Uncle Bud and Taz .” Birthday “To our precious angel McKenna:On Nov. 27, 2001, you came as a sur- prise, but we soon saw the will to fight in your eyes. You came nearly four months too soon, but now look at you! You’re full of love, life, smiles and lots of laughs too. Happy first birthday McKenna and tear those presents apart. We love you ‘Chunky Monkey’. Lots of love from Mommy, Daddy,sister Felicia and brother Austin.” Birthday A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER DECEMBER 8, 2002 Scoreboard Dec. 8, 2002 ONTARIO PROVINCIAL JUNIOR ‘A’ HOCKEY LEAGUE As of Dec. 6/02 SOUTH CONFERENCE STANDINGS TEAM G W L T OTL F A PTS GAA Markham 29 18 6 4 1 142 96 41 3.31 St. Michael’s 30 17 7 3 3 124 99 40 3.30 Wexford 29 18 8 1 2 130 101 39 3.48 Vaughan 27 16 7 2 2 122 110 36 4.07 Oshawa 29 16 12 1 0 113 101 33 3.48 North York 27 11 12 1 3 90 103 26 3.81 Ajax 29 7 18 2 2 79 114 18 3.93 Thornhill 28 7 18 2 1 75 135 17 4.82 Pickering 32 6 23 3 0 101 151 15 4.72 PICKERING PANTHERS’ STATISTICS TEAM GP G A PTS +/- PIM James Gadon 32 22 14 36 -2 28 Corey Black 30 9 16 27 -6 16 Brent Chandler 25 4 20 24 even 46 Peter Franchin 32 10 9 19 -10 10 Bryan Hampton 24 3 13 16 -5 80 Patrick Miller 31 6 9 15 +1 20 Andrew Gilbert 19 5 10 15 +2 20 Peter Aston 30 2 13 15 -13 36 Ryan Annesley 30 1 11 12 -5 10 Andrew Jackson 30 9 2 11 -3 20 Andrew Dissanayake 28 5 5 10 -14 6 Craig Johnston 27 2 8 10 -1 24 Jesse Toms 19 5 4 9 -5 2 Ryan Taylor 20 1 8 9 -10 24 Jamie Wright 15 6 3 9 -1 6 Michael Alexiou 14 4 4 8 -6 68 Rob Foster 28 1 7 8 -10 18 Dennis Colterman 13 2 5 7 -4 12 Ken Brown 20 0 6 6 -15 16 Shawn Coultice 13 2 1 3 even 34 Casey Trudeau 5 1 1 2 even 4 Tyler Townsend 15 0 2 2 -10 16 Scott Gray 23 0 1 1 n/a 35 Cory York 11 0 1 1 -6 35 Michael Freeman 13 0 0 0 -2 39 Michael Fini 11 0 0 0 n/a 4 Nick Binder 5 0 0 0 -4 6 To ny McMulkin 3 0 0 0 -4 2 Andrew Hopkins 3 0 0 0 -1 0 Matt Wyles 3 0 0 0 even 4 James Rosenbourg 2 0 0 0 even 2 Chris Mathew 2 0 0 0 -4 0 Sean Kostka 1 0 0 0 -2 - GOALTENDERS TEAM GPI W-L-T-RT MIN SHOTS GA S% GAA Scott Gray 23 6-13-2-0 1304:59 944 86 .909 3.95 Michael Fini 11 0-10-1-0 626:01 429 58 .865 5.55 AJAX AXEMEN STATISTICS TEAM GP G A PTS PIM Adam Weinberg 24 11 13 24 17 Jeff Freedman 24 5 13 18 22 Clay Costoff 21 9 8 17 35 Eric Boonstra 17 9 4 13 4 Chad Glode 24 7 6 13 52 Chase Gallacher 14 5 8 13 14 Matt Wyles 23 3 10 13 16 Jordan Ross 21 4 8 12 89 Jason Wyles 20 4 6 10 18 Justin Boone 24 3 7 10 36 Mike Kostka 27 1 8 9 24 Kevin Rust 26 3 3 6 31 Josh Malott 24 2 4 6 25 Steve Brouwer 22 2 4 6 9 Brent Jackson 13 2 4 6 26 alex Vasserman 9 2 3 5 12 Jody Mitchell 19 3 1 4 61 Matt Roberts 19 0 3 3 12 Dan Bouchner 25 0 3 3 32 Matt Harris 19 0 3 3 12 Andrew Fagan 7 0 1 1 17 Dustin Slightman 14 0 1 1 26 Brad Chapman 18 0 1 1 22 Brandon Watters 9 0 1 1 12 Steve Mayor 6 0 1 1 0 Jeff Wells 9 0 1 1 0 Brian Elliot 21 0 0 0 0 Greg Van’T Of 13 0 0 0 2 Mike Bertliaume 1 0 0 0 0 Chris Ryan 3 0 0 0 12 Gerimia Gonsalves 1 0 0 0 4 GOALTENDERS TEAM MIN GP GA AVG SO Brian Elliot 1040 17.33 65 3.75 0 Greg Van’T Hof 556 9.26 39 4.20 0 Mike Bertliaume 40 0.666 4 6 0 AJAX SOCCER CLUB Indoor soccer standings and results UNDER-EIGHT DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Huskies 5 5 0 0 24 3 15 Shepherds 5 2 1 2 11 9 8 Terriers 5 2 2 1 8 10 7 Beagles 5 1 2 2 6 11 5 Dalmations 5 1 2 2 5 14 5 Retrievers 5 0 4 1 5 12 1 DIVISION RESULTS Nov. 3:Huskies 4 vs. Shepherds 1; Beagles 3 vs. Retriev- ers 0 (MVP Jacob Baldson); Terriers 4 vs. Dalmations 0. Nov. 10:Dalmations 2 vs. Retrievers 1 (MVP Cameron Chin); Huskies 5 vs. Terriers 0 (Hunter Holmes); Shep- herds 3 vs. Beagles 0 (MVP Bethany Coke). Nov. 17:Shepherds 2 vs. Terriers 0 (MVP Taylor Apple); Huskies 3 vs. Retrievers 1 (MVP Laura Duggan); Beagles 0 (MVP Anthony Lancia) vs. Dalmations 0 (MVP Emily Clancy). Nov. 24:Huskies 6 (MVP Max McKee) vs.Beagles 1 (MVP Myles Sadler); Dalmations 3 (MVP Nicole Sale) vs. Shep- herds 3 (MVP Massimu Mauro);Terriers 2 (Michael Pham- Hung) vs. Retrievers 1 (MVP Sean Ledlie). See SCOREBOARD page 23 Seaton the Stars of the court Girls’volleyball team captures Durham crown; three of school’s squads Pickering Catholic champions PICKERING —The St. Eliz- abeth Seton Catholic School Stars were the stars of the volley- ball court this season. The Pickering school’s senior girls’ volleyball team captured the Durham Tournament of Champions for Catholic schools at Notre Dame Catholic Sec- ondary School in Ajax Tuesday night. The Seton girls’squad won the overall championship in three games over the St. James Bull- dogs of Ajax in three thrilling games. The lead in all games changed many times with excel- lent play by both teams. Seton took the first game, while St. James regrouped to win the sec- ond match. In the third and decid- ing game, St. James came out fly- ing and fought their way to a commanding 22-14 lead. A time- out seemed to help Seton, as the girls came back to tie the game at 23-23. Seton went on to take the next two crucial points for a 25- 23 victory in the third and decid- ing game. St. Elizabeth Seton defeated the St. Theresa Cougars from Whitby in the semifinal match to earn a berth in the final. St. Theresa went on to win the senior girls’ consolation match, defeating the St. Christopher Cougars, of Oshawa, for that crown. The St. Elizabeth Seton team advanced to the Durham champi- onships after winning the Picker- ing Catholic School volleyball championship for the third year in a row, going undefeated through- out the event. The senior boys’ team at St. Elizabeth Seton also captured the Pickering volleyball title recently. In the semifinals, Seton came from behind to defeat St. Joseph’s of Uxbridge and avenge their only loss of the season by defeat- ing St. Isaac Jogues in two straight games in the final. At the Durham Tournament of Champions at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Wednesday, the Seton boys nar- rowly defeated Sir Albert Love of Oshawa before falling to St. Bernard’s of Whitby in the finals, thus taking second place in the re- gion. All told, three of St. Elizabeth Seton’s four volleyball teams won the Pickering crown this year. In addition to the senior girls’ and senior boys’ teams, the junior girls’ squad was also the Pickering champ. Members of the St. Elizabeth Seton senior girls’ volleyball team are Stephanie Lange, Tis- hana Hinds, Laura Dimou, Alicia Gianfriddo, Sinead Doria, Dean- na Visconti, Carly Lepoutre, San- dra Miniace, Shannon Foster, Stephanie Michalicha, Jessica Moy, Vanessa Frampton, Morgan Killham, Sara King, Natasha Robson, Lee Ann Murphy and Shannon Jegg. Coaches are Linda Naccarato, Tish Sheppard and Larry Noonan. The St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School Stars senior girls’volleyball team defeated the St. James Bulldogs from Ajax to capture the Durham Tournament of Champions at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School in Ajax Tuesday night. One tough defeat for Ajax ringette petites Club loses tourney title by slimmest of margins AJAX —The Ajax Shooting Stars VR Contracting petite ‘A’ team dropped a heartbreaker in the final of the 22nd annual Lon- don Lynx Ringette Tournament recently. The final between Ajax and Elora-Fergus was a classic goal- tenders’ duo. Ajax’s Kelly War- burton made several outstanding saves, only to be beaten by the narrowest of margins, 1-0. Ajax went undefeated with a 3-0 record to advance to the final. The local petites started the event with a 3-2 win over Whitby. Natasha Taylor led the way with two goals, including the game winner. Erin McConkey added the other marker and Kelly Rankine chipped in with two assists. In Game 2, Ajax defeated a strong host London team 6-3. The Shooting Stars scored four unanswered goals in the final pe- riod to earn the win. Stephanie McCaw and McConkey each scored a pair of goals and added an assist. Sarah Langton and Jes- sica Nielsen potted one apiece. Other assists went to Jordanne Florio and Taylor each with two, Nielsen, Kristie Budai and Laura Bignell. Ajax needed a victory over Wa terloo to advance to the final and responded with a decisive 10-5 win. McConkey led the way with four goals, while McCaw, Rank- ine, Taylor, Budai, Katie Kaiser and Andrea Davis added singles. Nielson and McCaw each recorded two assists, Rankine, Budai and Bignell had one apiece. DURHAM —It was a win- win situation for the Oshawa Generals on home ice Thursday night. The Generals defeated the Sudbury Wolves 8-2 in Ontario Hockey League action at the Os- hawa Civic Auditorium, while the club’s promotion to help needy kids in Durham was a big success. Overage forward Jamie Johnson led the offence with six assists; Brandon Nolan counted a pair of goals. The Generals’ fifth annual teddy bear toss will help Durham’s underprivileged chil- dren at Christmas in a big way again this year. A total of 2,164 stuffed animals were collected, 233 more than last year when the Generals collected 1931 stuffed animals. Oshawa hosts the Sar- nia Sting today (Sunday) at 6:35 p.m. Generals win www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 17 A/P Pickering (accross from the P.T.C) Yo u’re invited to a great meal Buy One Entrée, Get One Free! 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St. Mary, the defending LOSSA champs, began regular-season play with an 88-34 win over Ajax. David Fe rdinand had 18 for St. Mary; Devon Smith replied with 10 for the Rams. AJAX —Score a hole in one with your favourite fe- male golfer this Christmas. The Friends of the Ajax Public Library group and Carruther’s Creek Golf Centre are teaming up to host a women’s golf clinic Sunday, Feb. 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and noon to 4 p.m. The clinic includes putting, golf swing, rules, etiquette and simulator practice. In addition, a bar- becue lunch and fashion show are planned. Ti ckets are $50 each and include instruction, lunch and a gift bag. Tickets pur- chased before Dec. 15 will be entered in a contest to win a Prestwick golf bag. To purchase tickets com- plete a form at any branch of the Ajax Public Library, or buy them directly at the library administration of- fice, 539 Westney Rd. S. For more information, call Cindy Kimber at 905- 683-6632 ext. 23. Swing Christmas giving in your favour with golf package Women’s basketball club pulls out win in late going AJAX —In a close game throughout, East Side Mario’s capitalized on some errors by the Donlands Jew- ellers squad down the stretch to post a 51-45 vic- tory in Ajax Ladies’Basket- ball League play Wednes- day night. Donlands was quick to go out in front using accu- rate shooting and defensive rebounding. On the other hand, East Side was slow to settle into its game and was a few bas- kets adrift by halftime. East Side, however, came out hard after the break with timely interceptions to get back into the game. With the game going end to end, East Side gained the advan- tage and induced Donlands into making errors, with East Side scoring points the other way. Anne Whitehead scored 18 points for East Side; Lana Letourneau replied with 19 for Donlands. The second game was a one-sided affair between the Bank of Montreal and Select Food Products. The bankers went out in front from the jump and were un- stoppable en route to a 56- 26 victory. Carol Stephenson netted the game high 20 points for the bankers and Nadine Kruss had six for Select. Players in the league live in Ajax and Pickering. East Side Mario’s turn in a jewel of an effort against Donlands P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com THREE BEARS AUTO BODY “ONE OF DURHAM’S LARGEST AUTO BODY & COLLISION SHOPS” “Serving The Durham Region” Free Estimates! UNIT #20B, 282 MONARCH AVE., AJAX (905) 619-2327 $200$ $ Offer expires Dec. 31/02 Towards Insurance Deductible (with this ad) *Some restrictions apply. 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Free In Home Estimates (416) 261-6199 BATHR OOM & KITCHEN RENOVATIONS CERAMIC TILE BOUTIQUE AFTER YOU GET THEIR QUOTE - CALL US Licensed & Insured. Over 20 years experience.CRYSTAL BATH WALLS To advertise in this feature please call Inside Sales at 905-683-0707 ext. 2303, 2334, 2271, 2304. Advertising Feature PICKERING FOCUS ON BUSINESS Peace of mind is what you want when you go on vacation. The last thing you want to worry about is something happening at home while you’re supposed to be relax- ing on the beach, cruising the Caribbean or taking a tour through Europe. Of course you can’t be in two places at once so it’s obvious you need help. That’s why more and more people are calling Field Property Management. “You can’t enjoy a vacation if you’re worrying about your house,” says owner Lynne Garratt-Clark. “Our service ensures that won’t be a prob- lem.” While you’re away your property will be visited on a daily basis and any mail or newspapers will be brought inside. They’ll make sure that your cleaning, lawn, pool and snow removal companies are doing their jobs. “Of course we’ll also shovel your snow or cut your grass if required. What we want to achieve is the appear- ance that you never left home,” says Lynne. “We can also check on, feed and play with your small pets as often as you want. .” Additional services include visit- ing your mom and dad to make sure they’re doing okay. Many receive regu- lar visits from their families and it’s important for cliients to know they're being looked after. “Another service we do for our clients is purchase groceries for them for the day they’re returning,” says Lynne. “When you get home from a trip the last thing you want to do is shop for food. You just want to unpack and relax. This is one more thing you don’t have to worry about.” When you meet with Lynne she’ll complete a file of important information including numbers of family members and where you can be reached in the event of an emergency. She’ll also record the date and time of your departure and arrival and do a tour of the house and property and discuss the various ser- vices needed. Holidays are meant to be enjoyed and that’s the job of Field Property Management. The only thing you should worry about is your tan, what you’re going to have for dinner and that your picture of the Eiffel tower is in focus. Bon Voyage! For more information about Field Property Management call (905)426- 0415. Field Property Management Specializes in Peace of Mind When You Travel Lynne Garratt-Clark will take care of your small pets and your home while you’re away on holiday. In order to reduce emissions,modern engines run at a higher NTP (normal operating temperature) than older engines. Thermostat: A part in cooling system, (like a gate) that is a responsible for keeping the engine running at NTP. When starting a cold engine, the thermostat will be closed. Coolant circulation to the radiator is prohibited. As the engine heats up, temperature rises. As it reaches a preset value, the thermostat will start to open and let the coolant circulate to the radiator where it cools off, prevent- ing overheating. Simple!!! A matter of fact is thermostats have a certain life time span. As they malfunction, they may open too soon and wider, resulting in a longer warm up time and not reaching NTP, or too late and narrow, resulting in overheating. In older carbureted vehicles, cold started engines needing more gas to perform, before reaching NTP is achieved by closing the air pas- sage to the intake manifold by means of the choke. The thermostat was still needed to regulate NTP. If the choke sticks closed or partially closed, after the engine warms up, the engine will be sucking way more gas than it should. As a result, not all gas will be burned and combustion will be incom- plete.Incomplete combustion produces lots of harmful emissions. Modern vehicles use electronic fuel injection to control emissions ad maximize power, through the use of computers (ECM) and different sensors and actuators. Depending on the information the ECM receives, it processes certain orders to be exe- cuted by different actuators. One of the very important inputs to the ECM is the engine temper- ature. ECM sees a colder than NTP engine and will order a richer mixture, resulting in more gas con- sumption and higher emissions levels. NOT HAVING ENOUGH HEAT??? HAVE THE THERMOSTAT REPLACED!!! SAVE BIG ON GAS!!! SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT HARMFUL EMISSIONS!!! Thermostat How It May Affect Your Vehicle’s GAS CONSUMPTION Thrifty Mechanic Shop 695 Finlay Avenue (905) 683-1112 We promise you the following: 1.Only qualified people will work on your car. 2.We’ll never do anything that is not required and APPROVED by you. 3.Every time we repair your vehicle, we will test it out to make certain it is ok. 4. We’ll follow up a few days later to make sure you’re satisfied. 5.You’ll always know how much the repair will cost before we do any work. It will be very clear what was done. WE HAVE NO SECRETS. 6.If you want to know anything about the work that was done or how it was priced, please feel free to ask. I will gladly explain. 7.That every repair or service we do on your vehicle, or part we sell, will meet your satisfaction. 8.That every job is warranted, and that we will live up to the terms of that warranty. Michel Saikali Owner/Manager 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. General Help510 A COMPUTER AVAILABLE? Work from home online. $500 - $5,000/mo. P/T or F/T. www.cashinginondreams.com or call 1-888-373-2967. ACCESS TO A COMPUTER? Work from home on-line, $1500-$3500 PT/FT, log onto www.ezeglobalincome.com or toll free 1-888-563-3617 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, Staff Plus will be interviewing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 4th and Wednesday, Decem- ber 11th, Iroquois Sports Complex 500 Victoria Street, Whitby. ATTENTION! LOSE 2-8lbs every week. Eat the foods you like and have more energy. All natural and guaranteed. 1-866-262-1932. www .loseweighteasy.net AMAZING AT HOME job op- portunity. Full training provid- ed, internet based, recession proof, unlimited income. www.connectindreams.com or toll free 1-888-257-8004. AJAX COMPANY looking for an experienced person, for window washing/snow remov- al, at least 5 yrs. exp. Have valid drivers license. call 905- 428–1844 Fax-905-428-8496. 3RD PARTY INSPECTION company in the automotive industry is recruiting for the postion of DAY SHIFT SUPER- VISOR. Duties to include but not limited to leadership by example to team leaders, support cross shift communi- cation, schedule labour re- quirements daily & weekends, maintain documentation & monitor productivity, liaise with customers on quality is- sues. Minimum grade 12 or equivalent experience, valid drivers license, 1 year ex- perience in automotive envi- ronment, working in ISO9000. Leadership or quality training an asset. Please fax resume to 905-665-6454. DEMONSTRATORS required immediately for in-store dem- onstrations at Costco, full or part-time. Seniors welcome. Flexible hours. Some wee- kends required. Please call Harriet or Nancy 905-686- 7278 for interview. DRIVERS NEEDED to start immediately $400 per week plus gas allowance. Full and part time available. Own car required. Call (905) 579-7816. EDITORIAL assistant, boating magazine editor, needs part time assistant, fluent in Eng- lish, with word processing skills, office experience abil- ity to track down information by Pickering location, email georgs@trawlerworld.com. about yourself. EXPERIENCED FENCE IN- STALLER required for full time position. Call 905-427-6490. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. FULL-TIME & PART-TIME counter help required for the Great Canadian Bagel in Pick- ering/Ajax. Will train. Apply in person, 705 Kingston Rd., Pickering or 105 Bayly St., Ajax HAIRSTYLIST REQUIRED, full time/part time. Also Recep- tionist, Esthetician. Apply with resume to: Anthony Frances Salon Estetica, 1200 Rossland Rd. E. Whitby (Rossland/An- derson). Call 905-430-0966 HAIRSTYLISTS REQUIRED no colours, no perms, just great hair cuts, part time available. Pickering/Toronto locations. Call Chris 416-805-1832 HO HO HO!!!!Christmas overload has forced ad com- pany to hire over 15 people immediately. Full Time. Call Jessie @(905)576-5523 or email: wellbanksadvertising@hotmail. LOCAL AD COMPANY has more money than brains. Looking for 10 - 15 individuals who want to earn above aver- age income. Looking to fill positions from entry level to management. For an interview call Chanelle @ (905) 576- 4425. email us @fuocoenterprises@hotmail.com SNOW PLOW BROKERS wanted. Newer 4x4 trucks, routes available-Scarborough, Markham, Durham. Guar- anteed hours. Please call 905- 619-2757 or 416-439-3343 STRONG VOICES NEEDED! Telephone sales re: police retirees. Work from our office Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4:45 to 8 p.m. salary plus bonus and commission. Phone (905) 579-6222. STYLIST POSITION for Osha- wa salon. Guaranteed salary / commission. Hiring bonus from $100 - $350., store dis- counts. Also part time stylist positions for Ajax. Call Cheryl (905) 723-7323. TEAM Leadership Opportunity We are: a North American marketing organization, look- ing for people who are willing to work their way to the top. We have: excellent training, competitive products that most consumers need, and a unique sales process that you won't find anywhere else. Candidates should: want to earn excellent money, be willing to work hard, be ma- ture and have the desire to be a winner. For more info, call: Ray or Tammy at 905-436- 8499 Skilled & Technical Help515 MECHANIC - Class A, with good diagnostic skills, for busy East Scarborough Shop. Call Scott 416- 283–1843. OUTSIDE SALES REP full time, for progressive metal distributor. Eastern GTA/Dur- ham Region. Sales experi- ence required. Renumeration package based on qualifica- tions. Please reply to File # 867, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 SECURITY SYSTEMS Techni- cian required for Ajax firm. Must have CCTV experience. Fax resume to 905-686-6887 Office Help525 BOOKKEEPER-Durham Re- gion's fastest growing condo- minium specialist is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of BOOKKEEPER. Ex- perience required. Please send resume & salary expect ions, in confidence to: Newton - Trelawney Management Services, 95 Bayly Street, West, Suite 03, Ajax Ontario, L1S 7K8, or fax to 905-619- 2705. BROKER/CSR,Durham's lar- gest insurance brokerage, re- quires dynamic person to join our team, as a personnel lines CSR. Must R.I.B.O. licensed, Fax resume to 905-427-4615 Attention Laura. FAMILY LAW SECRETARY re- quired minimum 5 years ex- perience. Fax resume to: (905)509–2370 or email to: rkaufman@stroudlaw.ca LEGAL ASSISTANT for file as- sembly and support in our Port Perry main office. We are focused on excellence in the fast paced area of residential real estate. We have a high tech team oriented workplace and attractive salary & bene- fits. Please send us your re- sume by fax to 905-985-3758 or email: george@titlers.ca PROPERTY MANAGEMENT requires full-time office help. Scarborough location. 5yrs management experience, Yardi computer experience. Fax resume to: 416-297-9499. FULL-TIME LEGAL Secretary required in Oshawa with min. 5 years ex- perience. Must have full knowledge of SABs. Fax resume to 905-433-2555. GENERAL LABOURERS REQ. F/T Work in Ajax Afts $8.00 Springer Personnel 905-426-2525 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ Order Takers Required $17.50 per hr. avg. Plus bonuses & trips Full training provided Temporary seasonal help also needed Call Dave for an interview 905-435-0280 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. Adult Route Operators for home delivery of The Toronto Star in Whitby, Ajax, or Pickering. Earn up to $1100 per month part-time. Call 1-800- 804-9663 noon -8 pm. 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.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND 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 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday NEXT CLASS JANUARY 2003 Acrylic * Gel * Fiberglass • Small classroom • Hands on training • Spa manicure • Spa Pedicure Certification by CREATIVE NAILS Limited space 905 576-3558 CAREER SCHOOL OF HAIR AND NAILS 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 95 Bayly St. W., Unit #1, Ajax, Ontario Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers 500 Career Training 500 Career Training 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers Visit us @ accountemps.com An exciting opportunity awaits you. Accountemps is a division of Robert Half International, the world’s leader in specialized financial staffing, with over 330 offices. We are looking for accounting and finance professionals to utilize their experience and industry-specific skills to develop new business, establish strong client relationships, and recruit and place similar accounting and finance professionals. Join us for a rewarding sales career with a solid base salary, lucrative bonus program, and an outstanding benefits package, which includes stock options and bonus opportunities. For an immediate and confidential interview, please call: Lara Dodo 905-709-8009 lara.dodo@rhi.com Buskro Limited is a world leader in the design, manufacture and export of high speed digital printing equipment and requires exceptional people to join our fast paced, energetic team. Integration Technician You must have experience in assembly of electro-mechanical and electronic assemblies compliant with high quality control procedures. Please forward your resume by fax to 905-839-6023 or email mkube@buskro.com 505 Careers 505 Careers PROJECT MANAGER ARCHITECTURAL / TECHNICIAN Oshawa area design firm requires an intermediate to senior level Pro- ject Manager. Excellent communi- cations, organizational and comput- er skills required. A high level of professionalism with proven client liaison experience. Fax resume to: (905) 434-2566 509 Drivers 509 Drivers ACTORS - MODELS Scouting new faces for very busy modelling and acting industry. We need all looks, shapes and sizes (newborn to senior/ no ex- perience needed) for catalogues, movies, TV commercials. Starquest Model & Talent Search will be holding auditions & information sessions in: Whitby/ Oshawa Monday Dec. 9th Quality Suites Hotel 1700 Champlain Ave. Audition fee of $39+ gst (includes photo) is refunded if you are not selected. Please plan to attend anytime between 5-7:30 pm. 510 General Help 510 General Help DURHAM REGION NON-PROFIT HOUSING CORPORATION Requires a PROPERTY MANAGER Reporting to the Manager, Housing Operations, this position is responsible for the supervision, administration and operation of a specifically - assigned portfolio of the Corporation's housing stock; supervision of site staff; budgeting; maintenance of physical asset through regular inspections; supervising capital projects work; at- tending Tribunal hearings; and sharing on-call responsibilities. Candidates should have a property management designation (CPM, IHM, BOMA) combined with a minimum of two years ex- perience in social housing administration or property manage- ment, preferably in a non-profit housing environment; thorough knowledge of government housing programs; ability to interpret related legislation and codes; excellent communication skills, su- pervisory, administrative and financial skills. Vehicle required. Apply in confidence to: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT DURHAM REGION NON-PROFIT HOUSING CORP., 28A Albert St., Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 8S5 Fax (905) 436-5361 E-mail: drnphc@idirect.com Closing Date: MONDAY, DECEMBER 16TH, 2002. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help FORCED TO HIRE $18.85/HR TO START Local distributor for large U. S. manufacturing co. seeks 15 - 20 enthusiastic individuals to start in various FT positions: •Sales/display •Service •Warehouse •Delivery No experience to start due to excellent on the job training. 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Also other incentive programs We are now hiring for Day and Evening Shifts - Mon. - Fri. Plus weekend shifts Apply in person or call for interview 1750 Bayly St. W. Pickering (905)428–0883 "An employer you can count on" 1550 Kingston Road, Unit 16, Pickering (Hwy. 2 & Valley Farm Road) (905) 427-7670 YMCA Durham Employment Services United Way Your YMCA’s charitable registration number is 11930 7080 RR0001 ATTENTION YOUTH! Are you 16 – 24, out of school & work? JOIN US FOR A PANCAKE BREAKFAST !!! Positions Available: Retail, Sales, Food Services, General Labour, Office and Customer Service * Bring your resume & bring a friend! * EAT while you job search! December 10th Starting at 11:00 am (while supplies last) ® Travel Services www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 19 A/P 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help Sales Help & Agents530 SALES ASSISTANT required for new home sales in Whitby. Candidate must have excel- lent computer, & communica- tion skills and maintain a pol- ished & professional de- meanor. Must be able to work independently and work both afternoons and weekends. New home sales experience is preferred. Fax resumes (905)430-9112 Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 DENTAL ASSISTANT Level I or II and receptionist/office manager for progressive GP practice 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: 51 Futura Ave., Richmond Hill, ON, L4S 1S8 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST needed for busy family prac- tice. 3 evenings a week and every Saturday. Drop resume to 555 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED full time for dental office in Ajax. Please fax resume to (905) 619-0564. RN/RPN required part-time immediately for family prac- tice clinic, must be willing to work days, evenings, wee- kends. Experience an asset. Fax resume to Janice 905- 430-6416. YORK REGION Orthodontic office requires Dental Assis- tant or PDA for 2-3 days/week. Please fax resume to: 905- 642-9692 Hotel/Restaurant540 PREP HELPER for cafeteria, Monday to Friday, full-time, #401 and Whites Road area, 3 years experience min. Fax re- sume 416-651-0602 SOUS CHEF - salaried posi- tion, requires red seal, ban- quet and line experience. Fax resume to: 905-372-5905. Ap- ply to: Chef Michael at Best Western Cobourg Inn & Con- vention Centre. Houses For Sale100 OPEN HOUSE - Saturday, De- cember 7th & Sunday, De- cember 8. 1:00 - 4:00. 17 Kingsview Court, Courtice. (Hwy 2 & Townline) 3 Bed- rooms, 2 Bathrooms, Eat-In Kitchen, New Pergo Floor and Trim, Wood Burning Fireplace, w/o Basement. Move in Con- dition - Finished Top To Bot- tom, Great In - Law Potential. Asking $166,000 Call 905- 438–9842. GARDEN/ROSSLAND,Unique raised bungalow, completely finished. 3+2 bdrms, 2-1/2 baths (1 w/ensuite), hard- wood, appliances, f/p, 2 walk- outs to custom deck, close to parks, schools, shopping. $258,000. OPEN HOUSE Sat & Sun. Dec. 7 & 8, 10am-6pm 45 Limestone Cres. 905-665– 9981 PORT HOPE - 3 bedroom, one year, custom brick bungalow in desirable Highland Estates, front porch, open concept, hardwood flooring, oak kitch- en, 2 bathrooms, quick clos- ing. 4 Chalmers Court, $163,500. 905-885-0057. No agents please. DESIRABLE SOUTH AJAX,- Lovely 3+1 bedroom, de- tached, fireplace in family- room, air con., garage, hard- wood under broadloom, near Lake, schools, parks, Go, 105 Bryant Rd. $239,900. Call 905-706-4801. AJAX almost 1900-sq.ft. extra wide driveway, huge 2-tier deck, 4 bedrooms, in-law basement apt. Cermaic/hard- wood floors, near schools/GO/ 401, appliances included $255,000. 905-686–1766 FIRESALE IN WHITBY. 4- bdrms, 4 bathrooms. Valued at $309,000, asking $285,000 firm. Motivated vendor. Call (416) 993–1100 Apt./Condos For Sale110 CONDO - THORNTON PLACE Private Sale (second floor facing south) Thornton Rd. & Rossland Rd. Osh. Conveni- ent to shopping & bus stop. 2 bedroom + 1 den, 2 wash- rooms, master bdrm has walk-in closet, large eat in kitchen, dining room area, liv- ing room area with walkout to balcony, underground parking space. Asking $160,000. 905- 424-0647. WHITBY, SAILWINDS luxuri- ous, 2 bedroom, solarium, balcony, 5 appliances, pool, 1,050 sq.ft., $205,000, imme- diately. Bo Gustafson, Sutton Group. (416) 783–5000 Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook running through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Is- land Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf cours- es at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week- days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 INDUSTRIAL UNIT, 1000 sq.ft., drive in door, $595, available immediately, Also 8 car fully equip body shop. $1795./mo. Call for more info. 905-725–1171. Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 515-sq.ft to 2495-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 WHITBY - space for rent, 300 sq. ft. ideal for beautician, es- tetecis, massage therapists, barber or office space, plus com- mon bathroom and staff room. Great location, plenty of free parking. Call (905) 576-0823. Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866 NEVER LOOSE MONEY - Again in MLM! Instead, try EMM! Its new it's hot it pays up to 10k weekly, No selling. Get Free Info. 888-520-0924. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOMS Available January 1st. 350 Malaga Rd, $795/month all in- clusive. No pets. Please call between 5pm-9pm (905)576– 6724 or 905-242-4478. 1 X-L BEDROOM, Taunton/ Thickson, built-in dishwasher, private entrance, gas, hydro, water included. $790/month, avail. Jan. 1. No pets, no smoking. 905-432-7997 2 BEDROOM upper duplex apartment. Separate entrance, large kitchen w/storage, laun- dry room, parking, 4-pc bath, large balcony, heated, ap- pliances. Oshawa Centre area. 905-728-5570. AAAA1- WHITBY - smaller one bedroom smaller semi detached, walking distance to all amenities, on main bus ro- ute, large lot. Includes fridge and stove, $595 per mo. in- cludes gas and water. avail le. immediately. Call Gary Bolen (95) 436–0990 AJAX HARWOOD/401, 2 bed- room, $1250 inclusive, flexi- ble lease length. Call 905-683- 5687 AJAX -one bedroom base- ment, new and spacious, sep. entrance, cable, one-car park- ing, $750/inclusive/first/last. No smoking/pets. Available Dec. 15th/Jan. 1st. 905-428– 1255 AJAX spacious main floor semi, shared laundry, park- ing, non smoking, no pets, suitable for mature female or couple, $1095/mo. inclusive, first & last, call Don 905-831– 1527. AJAX -Two or one bedroom with den basement apartment, side and rear entrance, 4 piece bath, own laundry, parking. Call 905- 683–9213. AJAX, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apt., 401/Harwood area, separate entrance, 1-parking, no smoking/pets, $695 incl., Dec. 15 (negotiable). First/ last. (905)683–9822 AJAX, LUXURY ONE bed- room basement apartment. Four appliances, marble floors, oak cabinets, air, side entrance and walkout, near bus, $900 plus. Immediate. (905)686–7944 ALEXANDER PARK, 1 bed- room available immediately, & 2 bedroom Feb. 1st, newer apts. "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitch- ens, baths, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park view. Near Hospital. 905) 579-9439. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY,1 bedroom basement apt. in good location, call 905-428- 8918 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whitby Apt. building, spa- cious, carpeted, newly paint- ed, with balcony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1- bedroom $800 2-bedroom, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767-2565. BACHELOR BRIGHT base- ment, separate entrance, large windows, 3pc bath, laundry access. Near ameni- ties, utilities included. Avail- able immediately. Rossland/ Wilson. $650/month. (905)725–7039. BOWMANVILLE - must be seen, spacious 2-storey 2 bedroom unit, parking, close to all conveniences. No dogs, first/last $800/+utilities. Avail- able Feb. 1st. 905-623–5835 BEAUTIFUL NEW 2-bedroom basement. Whitby...Queen's Common. Alarm, fireplace, laundry, large windows, sepa- rate entrance, appliances incl. Must see! All inclusive $1000. Immediately. 905-619-8844, then dial 905-852-7179 BROCK RD./ROSSLAND bright 1 bedroom apt. Quiet non-smoker, no pets. Avail. Jan 1. $750 all inclusive. Call John 905-686-6283 after 5pm CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bdrm Avail. Feb. 1st $825. Well- maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723-0977 9am-5pm COMPLETELY FURNISHED 2 Bedroom Main floor of house in desired quiet nieghbour- hood. Very clean, never before rented. Fully equipped kitchen, large in ground pool. Working professionals preferred. $1050+1/2hydro. Available Immediately. No pets/smok- ing. 905-576–5111. COZY & CLEAN 1-bedroom apartment close to TTC, 401, U of T & other amenities. Large bedroom, open concept & lots of storage! $800.00 in- clusive! Call Karen Carson 905-831-2273 EXECUTIVE APARTMENT overlooking Deer Creek golf course, Ajax. Fully furnished, 1-bedroom, laundry, air, se- curity, indoor parking, digital cable. No pets, non-smoking. $1500+utilities. 905-426-9119 www.electricityforum.com/ rental.htm HIGH PARK,1 bedroom loft apt. BRAND NEW! A/C, deck, parking, 14' ceilings and more. Must see. $1,275.+. Call 416-464-2748 or 416-419- 9033. snp HWY 2/CHURCH, Ajax. 2- bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, laundry, cable, all utilities in- cluded. No pets. Available im- mediately. $850/month. Ku- mar (905)683–5847 NEWCASTLE,large 1-bdrm newly renovated basement, separate entrance, laundry, parking. Suitable for profes- sionals. No pets/smoking, avail. Jan. 1st. $825 inclusive. First/last. 905-987–5496 or 416-676-9077 AJAX, DELUXE WESTNEY/401 GO. One bedroom walkout, spacious bright, new wood floors, private patio. $795+. Avail Immediately. 416-371- 5924 OSHAWA - OXFORD OFF MILL Two - 2 bedroom in quiet building, balcony living room, dining room, monthly rent $865 inclusive. No dogs please. Dec. lst. Call 905- 721-2232. OSHAWA - Clean responsible person, non-smoker/no pets. Brand new spacious one-bed- room basement apt. available Jan. 1st. Laundry, parking. $775/first/last. 905-576–8786 OSHAWA SIMCOE S.1-bdrm apt $500 plus heat, hydro. First/last required. Also 3- bedroom house plus full basemnt Simcoe & Taunton Rd area, $1,000. Call Stephen at (905)571-3229 or 905-259- 5796. OSHAWA available imme- diately unique 1 bedroom main level in century home on bus route, parking, laundry. Non-smoker, $600 +hydro. 905-786-2413 OSHAWA KING/WILSON Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities and parking included. 1bedroom Jan. 1st, $789; 2 bedrom Feb. 1st, $889; 3 bedroom Jan. 1st, $975. Telephone (905)571- 4912 until 6:30p.m. AJAX IMMACULATE 2-Bed- room basement apartment. 4- appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, GO. $900+1/2 utilities. Avail- able immediately. Mike weekdays 905-427-4077ext. 24, Evenings/Weekends 416- 258-7742. PICKERING - 2 bedrooms, walkout basement, stove, fridge, $800 month, includes heat, hydro, water, cable. Richard MacLean, Century 21 Briscoe Estates. (905) 839– 2121 PICKERING - LARGE one bed- room basement apartment, appliances included, $800. Non smoker/no pets. (905) 420–6157 PICKERING - ONE BEDROOM new basement apartment, very bright, non smoker, no pets. $800 per mo. Available immediately. (905) 509-6363 PICKERING - two bedroom upper level of house, parking, deck, laundry, hardwood flooring, $l,000 plus utilities. Two bedroom lower level, 5 large windows, laundry, park- ing, hardwood flooring $850 plus utilities, mid Dec./Jan. (905) 839–2885 PICKERING, WHITES/401 renovated 3-bedroom main floor. Eat-in kitchen, gas fire- place, air/vac, 4-appliances, 2-car parking, close to GO, schools, shopping. No smok- ing/pets, first/last. $1250/ month + 1/2 utilities. 905-837- 0227. PICKERING one bedroom basement apt, separate en- trance. $800 includes parking, laundry, cable and utilities. Available January 1, 2003. 905-509-1889, 416-616-5189. PICKERING VILLAGE.one bedroom ground floor, no smoking, no pets. Quiet, available January lst. $850 inclusive. Telephone (905) 426–6676 Pickering-Whites Rd.1 bed- room basement apartment, separate entrance, $750 in- clusive, first/last. Avail. im- mediately. No pets, no smok- ing. 905-421-9968 PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM $1100+ utilities. ALSO bachelor $550+ utilities. Both available immediately. Altona/ Shepherd. No smoking. Call Wayne or Drew (416)686– 7619. PICKERING, BASEMENT, WARM separate entrance, prefer single non-smoker, Jan. 1st. Incl. utilities, park- ing. Close to shopping centre and transit, $700/mo. 1st/last. 905-420-1945 after 7pm, any- time weekends. PICKERING, NEW LARGE, bright beautiful 1-bedroom walkout basement apartment, private entrance, no smokers, no pets. First/last. Available Jan. 1st. References, utilities included. Call (905) 839–2774 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regen- cy Cres., Whitby. 50 + Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building. Close to down- town. Quiet setting across from park. All utilities includ- ed. Call 905-430-7397. SELF CONTAINED 2-brdm basement, separate entrance, parking, laundry. Westshore area. Avail. immediately. $800 inclusive. First & last. No smoking/pets. Call 905- 831–8174 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 2 bedroom, air, 5 ap- pliances, $1,360. per mo. Available from Dec. lst. Call (905) 571–3760 ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, one bedroom apartment in Oshawa. Completely renovat- ed, all neutral decor, walkout to patio. Available immediate- ly. $650/per mo. plus utilities. (416) 433-0551. WESTNEY HWY #2 area, new 1 bedroom, non-smoker, no pets, walkout, washer & dry- er, garage parking, $800 all inclusive, first /last, private entrance. 905-428–3788 WHITBY - 2 BEDROOM.$840 Jan. lst. all inclusive except. cable. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665– 7543. WHITBY - Large clean 1 bed- room, basement, 8 foot ceil- ing, near 401/lake, parking, laundry on site $710/mo. in- cludes utilities. Available Jan. lst. 905-438-2753. 534 MARY ST., WHITBY - clean quiet low-rise building, park-like setting, balconies, on-site laundry, close to downtown, bus at front door, 905-666-2450. WHITBY & PICKERING. Brand new legal, spacious, 2- bdrm basement apts available Dec 15th. $850 & $875+40% utilities. 905-686–8385 WHITBY, BRAND NEW one bedroom plus den basement apartment, separate entrance, shared laundry, available now. lst/last,$825 inclusive. non smoker. (905) 686–1003 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E., park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balco- ny, parking. 905-430–5420 WHITE'S RD South,1-BDRM walk-out basement, full kitch- en, 4pc-bath, separate laun- dry, private patio, parking, no pets, non-smoking, female preferred. $875 incl. 905-839– 0067 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 OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 IN-PLANT VEHICLE HANDLERS required for new company in south Whitby Clean driving record a must! Drivers abstract required - abstract to be no older than 7 days MAINTENANCE STAFF Must have knowledge of Compressed Air. Electrical knowledge & Allan Bradley Controls Welding an asset Send resumes Attn: Archie 905-665-3561 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help WANTED Busy semi-trailer shop in Whitby has immediate openings for 2 LICENSED 310J MECHANICS Candidates must be experi- enced in all facets of semi trailer repair, both structural and mechanical. We offer ex- cellent rates, benefits and working conditions Please contact Robert at (905) 430-1262 x 2 or fax resume to (905) 430-0914 Only qualified candidates need apply. Kent Legal LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT - EAST END •MVA/Personal Injury •Accident Benefits •Self-starter, exp. interviewing clients & adjusters •3-5 yrs. previous downtown exp. preferred •January start •PC Law, PowerPoint a plus Contact Sonia Schouten-Pace, sonia@kentpersonnel.com 416-363-7227 525 Office Help 525 Office Help SECRETARY/RECEPTIONIST required for busy hi-tech company with emphasis on technical support. Need excellent customer service skills and an attitude that "the customer comes first". University degree plus good working knowledge and use of windows based computers, excel and word. Please email resume to: cardac@keyscan.ca Don’t blink...because before you know it, you will be heading for a dynamic future with Black’s, Canada’s foremost retailer of photographic equipment and photofinishing. Currently, we seek organized team players for our Ajax Superstore at the Riocan Durham Centre location. Full-Time Sales Associate Let your true colours shine! If you have the enthusiasm and drive to make a picture perfect career with an industry leader...we want to talk to you! Previous retail experience and photographic background would be an asset, but we will train the right person. Black’s offers more than a job. We offer long-term career satisfaction, a friendly work environment, and comprehen- sive training and development. We invite you to apply in person at Black’s, Riocan Durham Centre, or contact the Store Manager at (905) 423-6401.www.blackphoto.com 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents SALES REPS REQUIRED ❏Part-time positions ❏Starting January 2, 2003 ❏All training provided ❏$9.50/hr., plus commssion ❏Mon.-Fri. 5-9 & Sat. 10-3pm Call 905-434-7992 Email:Oshawa@greenlawncare.com FAX: (905)579-2619 Information Driven Marketing or Product Manager To address our ever-growing roster of clients/projects, we’re looking for a mid to senior level marketing expert with the following skills and experiences who’s able to roll up their sleeves to "get the job done"; • research/analysis (including advanced use of MS Excel) • market segmentation • product management • report writing/Powerpoint presentation development • project management • creative problem solving • above average verbal communication • liaising with/directing a wide range of marketing service supplier firms What we’re offering is a unique opportunity to become part of an outstanding team of marketing experts based right here in Durham Region. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our web site at www.infobasemarketing.com. If you like what you see, send your resume, along with a cover letter outlining how your goals, skills and interests are aligned with our vision/needs to Gary Breininger at gbreininger@infobasemarketing.com Harvey's Restaurant (Inside Home Depot) is looking for Full or Part Time Days & Nights Bring resume to: 256-260 Kingston Rd. E. Ajax 540 Hotel/Restaurant 540 Hotel/Restaurant BUSINESSES WANTED We are interested in growing our business into new areas by acquisitions or partner- ships. If you have a Durham Region / Northumberland County area business that would benefit from more promotion, we may be interested in talking with you. Our interest is primarily, but not restricted to, businesses in the areas of publishing, distribution, printing, customer fulfillment, consumer and trade shows, and advertising agencies. Please write to: File #825, c/o Oshawa This Week PO Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Email:morebusinesswanted@hotmail.com describing the nature of your business with addresses / phone numbers to contact you. We will only contact businesses of interest. 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities MANORS OF BRANDYWINE 45 GENERATION BLVD. APT 122__________________________________ Hwy. 401 & Meadowvale Blvd. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Freshly painted with new carpets, blinds, and ceiling fans. Air conditioned, close to schools, shopping and Toronto Zoo. Call to view:(416) 284-2873 Email: brandywine@goldlist.com We have a luxury penthouse for rent at the top of 555 Mayfair Ave.This suite is approx. 1700 sq.ft. and has 2 large balconies overlooking Oshawa.This apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and includes central air, wood-burning fireplace, stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, washer & dryer. If you are interested in renting this unit at $1895. per month. Please contact our rental agent at 905-433-7777. 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 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 100 Houses For Sale 160 Business Opportunities 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Condominiums For Rent180 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. OSHAWA - Clean 2 bedroom condo, stove, fridge included. $775/mo. includes utilities and parking. Available Dec. 15th. Cal (416) 449–5785 PICKERING - Brock/401, im- maculate 1 bedroom plus den .All appliances, insuite laun- dry, utilities included, avail- able immediately, $1250/mo. 905-683-5000 Catherine Kaus. 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 A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUND- ING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/ Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600. 3 BEDROOM brick bungalow, north Whitby. 2 fireplaces, fin- ished rec-room, quiet street, $1200/mo.+utilities. First/last/ references. Available now. Mike Jr. 705-484-0111. 3-BDRM BUNGALOW w/ga- rage, private large yard, 805 Dundas St. W., Whitby. Newly renovated, hardwood floors. $1300 monthly. Avail. imme- diately. 905-242-3331 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free record- ed message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/ TOWNHOUSES for rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,100 to $8,000 per month plus utilities. Garry Bolen, associate broker, Sutton Group Status at 905-436-0990 (CONTACT JAN BOLEN FOR ALL INFORMATION) AJAX, LARGE 4-BDRM, 2,900sq ft., double garage, no smoking/pets. $1450+utilities. ALSO AVAIL large 1-bdrm basement apt, 1,400 sq ft., separate entrance, no smok- ing/pets. $790 inclusive. Both avail Dec. 15th or Jan. lst. Call Dan (416)564–0169 BROOKLIN, 3 bedroom Trib- ute home. Hardwood floors, gas fireplace, high ceilings, fully furnished. From Jan 8- March 31 $1200/month. 905- 655–5628. HOUSE TO SHARE - 3 bed- rooms, 2-storey, big back- yard, appliances, laundry. Trull's Rd/Hwy 2 area. Avail- able Jan. 1st. $550/negotiable 905-436–1904 LARGE BUNGALOW,2-bed- room, 2 full bathrooms, kitch- en, living/dining room plus finished basement, available January 1/03. $1000/month plus utilities. (416)369-1355 or (905)623–0319. EAST OSHAWA - Lovely brick bungalow, 2 bedrooms, fin- ished basement, fireplace, 2 washrooms, central air, in- cludes appliances, $l,200 per mo. plus utilities. Available immediately Pets welcomed. Call (905) 723-7171 or (905) 767-5350 leave message. OSHAWA CENTRAL -2 bed- room, main floor of house. Half basement with laundry facilities, no smoking/pets. Available Feb. 1st. Utilities extra, $925/mth. Call after 7pm. 905-725–3090. PICKERING main floor, 3 bed- rooms, 2 car parking, suitable for working adults. Avail Jan 1. No smoking, no dogs, in- clusive $1160. Reference check, leave message, 905- 420–8308. Also Ajax, Near Hospital, new 1 bedroom basement apt, 1 car parking separate entrance, no smok- ing all inclusive, $800 avail Jan. 1. leave message. 905- 427-4767. SIMCOE/ROSSLAND 2bdrm + in-law apt. 49ftx188ft lot. No pets. Avail immediately. All appliances, parking incl. First/last, references, credit check. 905-430–7063 SHORT TERM RENTAL - Spa- cious 4 bedroom finished top- bottom on a premium lot. Minutes North of Pickering. $1250/mo. plus utilities. In- cludes fridge, stove & built-in dishwasher. Available imme- diately. Call Mary Roy @ 905- 426-7515. TWO BEDROOM main floor of house. Ritson N. Oshawa. Living/dining/kitchen, parking and laundry facilities. $850/in- cludes utilities. Available im- mediately. 905-571–0539 NORTH WHITBY,3-bdrm. Shows beautifully, c/a, 5 ap- pliances, 2-car parking, $1,320 includes water. Abso- lutely No dogs. Avail. January 1st. Call Cindy 905-725–2246 leave msg. WHITBY, 3-BDRM upper floor of detached bungalow, 5 ap- pliances, C/A. Immaculate, large lot, large detached ga- rage. Dunlop/Henry. No pets/ smoking. References, $1350+ , immediately. ALSO luxury 1- bedroom basement, 5 ap- pliances, whirlpool, brand new. Immediately $850+. Call Bo Gustafson, Sutton Group (416)783–5000 Townhouses For Rent190 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. OSHAWA SHOWS VERY well 3-bedroom townhouse w/ga- rage finished basement walk- out from kitchen to a private fenced yard 4-appliances and water included $1295/per month plus utilities available Dec.1st. Gary Bolen, asso- ciate broker, Sutton Status. CONTACT JAN BOLEN FOR INFORMATION, 905-436- 0990. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood floor- ing Outdoor pool, sauna Children's playground Close to all amenities Fenced back- yards. (905) 436-3346 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AJAX ROOM FOR RENT- Use of facilities. Working female preferred. $400 monthly first/ last required. Call 905-619– 0999. BASEMENT BEDROOM for rent in north Ajax. Share bath- room, laundry on main level. No kitchen, no smoking, no pets. Prefer student. $450/mo. First/last. Available imme- diately. 905-683-7938. BOWMANVILLE -Room for Rent in new 3 bedroom house. Use of all facilities. $350/mth. 905-242–1926. PICKERING Beautiful condo right on Frenchman's Bay. Great location. Close to GO Train. Full laundry, exercise room and sauna. Available immediately $400. 905-837- 6746, 416-732-8633 Shared Accommodation194 AJAX- FEMALE preferred, Large self-contained bedroom, laundry, work out room, park- ing, cable inclusive. $625 first/ last. References required. Phone (905)619–3534 Dee. COUNTRY SETTING - North- east Oshawa, clean extra large bedroom, shared kitch- en and basemen apt. for non- smoker/drinker. Available im- mediately. Reasonable. Joan (416) 716–2778 days only. THICKSON/401 FURNISHED room available-quiet, clean, cable, parking; share bath- room, kitchen, living room + finished basement. $400/ month. First/last required. Avail. Dec./Jan. 905-720-1316 Vacation Properties200 WINTER ESCAPE,Victoria B.C. Fully furnished, 2 bed- room home, with wood burn- ing fireplace. Located in Fair- field, next to Gonzales Beach & beautiful Dallas Rd. 5 mins. to Inner Harbour. Walk to shops. Weekly/monthly rentals. 1-250-595-4084. snp Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, 2-3 bedroom furnished manufac- tured homes. 85º pool, 105º hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions, NHL Hockey ($8/seat), Horse/dog Tracks, Blue Jay/Yankee Baseball. Children welcome. Photos. $375/week, Christmas Open. (905)683–5503. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 HUNTER'S DELIGHT - 9ft. slide in TRUCK CAMPER, 2 beds, stove with oven, fridge, furnace, washroom and hot water, can be seen at Castle- ton Hills Trailer Park, Lot 4 or call 1-866-241-2224 or 905- 344-7838. Snowmobiles233 1973 SKI-DOO Olympic, 340 twin, runs good. 1971 Ski-Doo Olympic, 335 single, run regularly until last year. $500 for both. 905-986-4094. 1999 YAMAHA SX 700, grip warmers, studded track, cov- er, 3,200 kms., very clean, $4,998 plus taxes. Vander- meer Toyota, ask for Hank. 905-372-5437. Bargain Centre309 CORNER STYLE COMPUTER desk 70"x77"x23.5"d. Paid $279 asking $180; Pro.form 625EX treadmill, cost $1,400 asking $500. Washer & dryer $100 each. 905-683–5135 CRIB,white, $100; 9 drawer white dresser w/mirror $150. Both excellent condition, best offers. 905-619-2402 QUALITY FURNITURE. Leath- er sofa & chair (taupe), 2 wingbacks (reddish) oak bed- room & kitchen sets, Large chandelier, coffee table stove etc. 905-831–5546 Articles For Sale310 LEATHER JACKETS, 1/2 price, purses from $9.99, lug- gage from $29.99, wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa 905-728–9830 (416)439-1177 Scarborough 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. DANBY FREEZER 5 CU. FT. SCRATCH AND DENT $199. New danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dry- ers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576– 7448. 11PC. DINING ROOM SUITE, 8 chairs, buffet, hutch & table. 3 antique sideboards, 3 tier plant grow light. 88 Olds Cut- lass Ciera, certified, fully loaded. (905)668–6695 2 ANTIQUE DINING ROOM suites: Mahogany, 8 pcs., $2000; Walnut 9pc. $3000. Both newly refinished. Call 905-721-8430 3 SETS OF DISHES,All Serv- ice of 8 w/extra pcs. "Nori- take", Lorenzo pattern; "Spode", Christmas Tree pat- tern; "Mikasa", Silk flowers pattern. Call 905-430–1791 btwn 1-6pm 52" RCA Big screen tv with manuals and 5 year warranty. Bought 6 months ago. Asking $l,600. Telephone (905) 665– 8208 A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271-4534. A-1 CARPETS! CARPETS! CARPETS! 3 rooms (30 yds.) commercial carpet $285 or Berber carpet from $375 in- cludes installation and FREE upgrade to 12 mm pad. Many other great choices to choose from. FREE shop at home service. Whitby to Cobourg area. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905-373-2260. PIANO/CLOCK SALE, Home Show pricing on all new 2002 models of Roland digital pia- nos, Samick pianos. All How- ard Miller clocks. Large se- lection of used pianos (Yama- ha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIA- NO (905) 433-1491. www.Tel- ep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UN- DERSOLD! ACOUSTIC/ELECTRIC GUI- TAR, TAKAMINE G Series. Black. Paid $800 new 1yr ago. Complete w/stand & electron- ic tuner. $450. Hardly played. Call 905-404-8242. snp AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Fridg- es $100/up, stoves $150/up, washers & dryers $350/pr. Washers $175/up, dryers $150/up. Stackable washer/ dryer $499/up. Portable dish- washer $175/up. Large se- lection of appliances. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/serv- ice. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11- 4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. AREA RUGS,3 available, tra- ditional, size 44"x26". Antique pink and green. (905)697– 9462. (snp) WASHER 2yrs $300; dryer 2yrs $250; queen oak bed- room 3yrs $750; stove self- clean 3yrs $350; fridge $300; single bed 3yrs $160; double bed 3yrs $200; apt. size washer $200; sofa+chair $200; dresser set $150; 6 heavy Victorian(1880s) dining chairs $600. 905-263-2657 BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, mattress, box, frame. Never used. still packaged cost $1025, sell $450. Call 647- 271-4534 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 BILLIARDS TABLE, 4x8,1" slate, solid mahogany, all equipment, balls, cues, racks, score board, light, new $6000, sell $2500. 905-985-4226 BURGUNDY LEATHER SOFA, chair & ottoman $3500 brand new pair of cream matching loveseats. $1000. 905-432– 2364 after 6:00. CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including prem- ier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, com- mercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, pad and in- stallation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Dur- ham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. CHILDREN'S loft bed ensem- ble, wooden highchair, large wooden trunk, 4-Victorian chairs, 2 end tables, rocking chair, ferret cage, small pet travel cage. 905-665–7505 CHINA FOR SALE manufac- tured by Mikasa, pattern "Silk Flowers", service of 12, com- plete set including all serving bowls, accent plates etc., like new $950. 905-420–4381 or 416-523-4188. COMPUTER BLOWOUT PRICE for IBM PENTIUM II-350, High quality system, 64Mb Ram, modem, CD, kbd/spk/mouse, 15" monitor, ONLY $275! 905- 439-4789 Can deliver +set-up COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE. Pentium II 350 /400. Complete Computer Systems starting at $325/ $375. Internet ready. 1 - 3 year warranties available. Layaway plan available. Computer service in your home or mine. Certi- fied technician. System main- tenance, internet setup/shar- ing, virus removal, hardware/ software installation, network- ing and website design. Per- sonalized service, reasonable rates. Stephen (905)576-1463. ComputerDeals.Net (www) NEW AMD 1200+PRO com- puter with burner and DVD $699. Pentium 2 internet starter with monitor $399. Tons of off-lease laptops from $499. We love doing upgrades & difficult repairs. (905)655– 3661. COMPUTERS:BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Prices Slashed till Dec. 24. P200 Tower Internet Ready Complete System $185.00; P2/350 Internet Ready Com- plete Systems Starting at $250.00; Complete System in- cludes 15" Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse Upgrade to 17" Monitor $50.00; 90 Day War- ranty, Lay-Away Plan New Systems and Laptops Avail- able. Call (905) 576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes DIAMOND AND EMERALD cocktail ring, excellent quality. Appraised at $4,800. Asking $l,800. Gorgeous Christmas present. Telephone (905) 426–1920 MOVING SALE Dining set (China Cabinet, Hutch, Table + chairs) $2400; TV w/stand (Panasonic 35", 5years) $890; Stereo component $1900 (original $3500); Home Enter- tainment theater $1600 (origi- nal $3100); stereo speaker (excellent JBL-$2000, Infinity- $500 & B&W-$800). 905-666- 3256 DININGROOM 13 PCE cher- rywood. Double pedestal. 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. DRYER, WOOD kitchen table w/leaves & 4 chairs, dining buffet/hutch, 50's antique dresser, solid wood dresser, humidifier & more! (905)743– 9976. EXECUTIVE OFFICE furniture includes: free standing solid oak executive desk, hi-back leatherette armchair, wing- back upholstered chair, and 2 eclectic solid wood bookcas- es with glass doors, pur- chased one year ago at De- Boer's, complete ensemble $5,000. Perfect for the execu- tive home office. 905-683– 7773 FORD MOTOR - 300 6 cyl., 50,000 km, $150. ALSO TRUCK TIRES- 8 1000x20 lug tires on rims, bias type, 60% good rubber $115. each. Call Rick 905-985-3740. FREE STANDING GAS FIRE- PLACE - 3 yrs. old. Asking $1500. Call Sue 905-786– 2854. GREAT VALUE FOR YOUR Dollar$$. Children's con- signment shop Infant-Size 16 and maternity clothing, toys, gifts & baby equipment. Af- fordable Christmas Gifts & Stocking Stuffers. The Alpha- bet Soup Shoppe, 2200 Brock Rd. (N. of Finch) 905-426- 8860 HARDWORKING SPORTS Fans. Work ethic & ability to learn quickly is all you need to apply for our Entry Level positions. Advancement op- portunities. We train. F/T only. Must like sports and music. Call Natalie 905-666-9235 HO-HO-HO! OH NO!We're blitzed. 35 immed. openings in entry level Customer Service in team work setting, F/T only. Must enjoy working with the public. $350-$600 a week. Call Mrs. Claus or Valerie 905-666-0902 LADY'S engagement ring, new with appraisal certificate, 1/ 2ct/ white/yellow gold. $1800. OBO, Pressure washer new $350, Sports card collection, call for list. 905-743-6111, 905-723-2240. LENA LIU PRINT $299.99, Cocktail table, 2 end tables $899.99, dinette/kitchen set $999.99, Everything only months old. Open to offers. (905)432–2102, (905)261- 0633. LOSE UP TO 15 LBS By Christmas. Call now 416-631- 3972 www.lose2bfit.com LUIGI'S FURNITURE - After 12 years in the old red barn - we've relocated to 500 King St. West, Royal Bank Plaza, across from Oshawa Centre. Palliser Leather - Wholesale prices! Simmons pocketcoil queen sets, lowest price in Durham. Always in stock, lowest price mattress $89., futons from $165. Great se- lection of recliner sofas, chairs, wing chairs, etc. All clearance priced. Now in stock. "NHL" and "Roots" bean bags plus many more. Largest selection of futons, always in stock. Santa shops "Luigi's" for the best quality at the low- est price. Luigi's Furniture, 500 King St. West, Oshawa (905) 436-0860. Merry Christ- mas and Happy New Year!!! MAYTAG PLUS fridge 3 months old, cooker & dish- washer $850 for all. 905-666– 0781 MODERN TABLE and chairs in black wrought iron and birch. 4 chairs and 2 captains chairs. extra large leaf. Only 1 year old. New table in time for Christmas! Please call 905- 728-9400 (snp) NASCAR FANS GIFT IDEAS, Pictures, Calendars, Die Casts & Collectables. Also stocking stuffers. Store open evenings/weekends, 229 Rox- borough Ave, Oshawa. Gary 905-436-7975 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER & Router. New HP Pavilion ZT1- 120, Intel 1 GHz, 14" Active colour screen, 256 SDRAM, DVD-ROM, 20GB drive, c/w MS XP & Small Office & ex- tended warranty. D-Link D1- 704P Broadband Router with print server. Never used, $2700+new..asking $1700 obo. Mike 905-404-2830. OAK DINING SUITE $1,500. Williams New Scale piano $500., Junior guitar $50., Call Janice (905)509–2640 after 6 p.m. 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. PLANT, FIG TREE 6', with de- luxe wicker container. Very healthy, excellent condition. (905)697–9462 (snp) PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 chip $95; XBOX chip now avail. Inquire about our games in stock. All work guaranteed. Beatrice/Wilson area (905)721-2365 POOL TABLE.Valley 4x8 coin operated. Cues and balls in- cluded. 1 inch thick. solid 1 piece table top. Very true table. asking $800.00. Must pick up. Call 905-434-1679 af- ter 4:00 pm. QUEEN-SIZE BLACK lacquer bed frame, w/box frame $300. Queen-size teak bedroom set w/dresser & mirror, great shape $900 obo. 1991 Firebird GTA, black, 77,000kms, never winter driven, mint condition $9000 firm. (905)983–9184. 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. USED TIRES,all sizes avail- able starting at $20. 905-436- 7694 SNAP ON TOOL BOX, floor size w/wheels, $2,200 obo. Must sell, moving. Call after 6pm Graham 905-655–3435 or daytime call Pat 905-666- 8222 SNOWBLOWER-12 HP. 32" wide dual stage Craftsman snowblower, stored for 6 win- ters, electric start, no hours, very good condition. Retail value $2300.00 asking $960.00 Call Barry 905-430– 7461 after 6pm SOFA $150, DRESSERS $45 each, 6pc oak bedroom suite $995, sofa bed $395, table & chairs $45, wall unit $95, an- tique brass bed (1880's) $495, antique gramophone (1900's) $495, white baby change table $40, antique dressers $295, coffee table $20, maple end tables $65, old movie posters $50, lamps $8 & up, painting $5 & up. Many other items. Bowmanville (905)697–3532 SOFA & LOVESEAT like new, blue crushed velvet print. $350. 905-509–2784 STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. NEED A COMPUTER?Don't have cash? The original IBM PC, just $1 day....no money down! Unlimited AOL & inter- est free for 6 months! The Buck A Day Co. 1-800-772- 8617 www.buckaday.com TICKETS FOR SALE all Tor- onto Raptors, Leafs Vrs De- troit Nov. 16, Philly Nov. 23, Rangers Dec.14, and others, also will buy and sell. 905- 626–5568. WOOD CHIPPER, Bear Cat Model 554, chipper/shredder, 5" capacity, 3 pt. hitch mount, 1 1/2 yrs old $2900 obo. 905- 986-4094. Articles Wanted315 CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435-0747. WANTED: FURNITURE & ap- pliances, children's furniture, knick knacks & toys. Con- signments. (905)743–9976. Vendors Wanted316 EXHIBITORS WANTED for the "What Women Really Want Show." February 1 & 2nd, 2003. Hilton Suites Hotel Con- vention Centre & Spa, Mark- ham. Prime booth space still available. Call 1-888-211- 7288 ext 227 snp Firewood330 "WOOD GUYS",100% hard- wood, seasoned, bush & face, delivered. Specialty woods. Bagged firewood. (905)473- 3333. AAA-LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for acreage to cut. and landclearing work. 905- 427–1734 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Christmas Trees335 CHRISTMAS TREES-All sizes $8 & up. You cut or precut. Hay rides. From Oshawa go north on Simcoe Street to Howden Rd. East for 1/2 mile. Open weekends or call 905-655-3501. Pet, Supplies Boarding370 ALASKAN MALAMUTES,6 females, 2 males, grays and blacks, father from Northwest Territories, mother - Ontario. $650/each. Must see! 905- 576–8786 FREE KITTENS TO a good home. 905-831-2145. GERMAN SHEPHERD,1 year old, great with kids, house trained, crate trained. $250 crate included. Must Sell! (905)434-1304. KITTENS, VET CHECKED with first booster as well as young to mature cats (spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated) looking for homes. Many dogs also available for adoption. Foster homes for dogs and ti- mid cats needed. Pets sup- plies (especially cat food and litter) and donations always welcomed. Please call Dur- ham Animal Adoption at (905) 438–8411 PAPILLON PUPS 10 weeks, two year old female, three year old male Call evenings or weekends. 905-986–9955 PUPPIES-toy poodles, Aus- tralian Shepherd; Shihtzu; Schnauzer, Fox terriers, Pe- kinpom, Husky x; Lab x; Border Collie X $125. 905- 831-2145 SHIHTZU PUPPIES. cute & cuddly, 10 weeks, vet- checked, 1st shots, 2 males only. Call 905-985-5254. Cars For Sale400 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL:1990 Cougar LS, fully loaded, certi- fied, e-tested $2200. Must sell asap. (905)743–9976. 1991 SUZUKI SPRINT,3 cyl. turbo, one owner, spent 1/2 down south, all original, immac- ulate no rust, certified ems, good on gas, good commuter. $2900 o.b.o. (905)743–9976 1992 CHEV LUMINA 4-door sedan 3.1 automatic. A/C tilt, Power locks, cruise. This car is beautiful!! Certified and e- tested. Asking $3995. 905- 571-5138. 1992 GRAND AM,V6 3.3 en- gine, a/c, p/w, p/l, tilt, cruise, abs brakes, excellent condi- tion. Certified/e-tested. Asking $3,200o.b.o. Call Days 905- 725–8911, evenings/wknds 905-668-4016 1992 PONTIAC LAMANS SE 4-door, 4-cyl, auto, ps/pb, 140,000km, excellent cond. stereo cassette, buckets/con- sole, no rust, $1550-obo. 1989 PLYMOUTH SUNDANCE mint, buckets/console, low mile- age, loaded, runs well $1350 905-404-8541 1993 CHEV CORSICA,3.1L, 4dr, auto, p/w, p/l, cassette, many new parts, runs well, as is. $1,200 o.b.o. Call 905-579– 4727 1994 FORD MUSTANG 3.8 litre automatic, air, AM/FM cassette, power windows, locks & trunk. Excellent con- dition $5,500. obo 905-852- 5669 1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, 4 dr., good condition, no rust, certified, e-tested, neww brakes. $4,400 obo. Call (905)576–0614 (snp) 1995 HONDA CIVIC,2 door coupe, 5-speed, red, a/c, pow- er mirrors, $6999.99 certified & e-tested or $6500 as is. Call (905)404–8684 (snp) 1995 NISSAN MAXIMA GXE, excellent condition, black ex- terior, fully loaded, air, auto, 158K, one-owner, certified/e- tested, keyless entry, anti theft, asking $8,700. 905-435– 0321 1995 SILVER FORD TAURUS stationwagon, 4 dr, fully load- ed. New tires, new exhaust, only 47,000 km. Dad was 1st owner. Immaculately clean. Certified, emission tested, asking $8,200. obo. 905-985- 8251. 1997 CIVIC LX,4 dr., auto. 93,000 km, a/c, ABS, remote starter, alarm, very clean, non-smoker, $10,000. Call 905-725-2868 or 905-447- 5340. 1997 FORD ESCORT, 114,00kms, automatic, air conditioning, p.s., p.b., ex- tended warranty 'til June 2003. Certified & e-tested. $8000. Call (905)655–1178 1997 MONTE CARLO LS, 192,000 kms. on car, under 15,000 kms. on brand new GM motor. Leather, loaded, $10,600 certified & E-tested. 905-809-1525. 1998 OLDSMOBILE LS 88, 3.8 litre, 80,000km, loaded, very clean, excellent condition, certified & emission tested, asking $11,900 negotiable. 905-725–5873. 1999 MAZDA PROTEGE - 4 dr., 5 speed, green, air, cd, new brakes & tires. $9,500 or best offer. Call 905-435–0413. 2000 HONDA ACCORD 4-cyl, Auto, all power, 4-door, heated leather, 29,000-kms. Certified & e-tested. Asking $24,000. 905-725-6415 2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE L.T., 5 spd. manual, 2.2L 4 cyl, a/c, am/fm/CD, remote keyless entry, conv. pkg, reclining front buckets, ps, pb, pd, 15" wheels, 44,500 hwy. km, fac- tory warranty, will certify, $10,900. 905-655-9265. 2002 PONTIAC Grand Prix GT Black, fully loaded & main- tained. Power everything w/ sunroof. Extended warranty inc. Assume lease: $400/mth 3-1/2-years. John 905-424- 3990 2002 SUNFIRE, 4 dr. sedan, $12,000. Call 905-725-6707. 1998 TOYOTA SIENNA CE first owner, e-tested & certified, fully loaded, keyless, alarm, rear wiper, dual air/heat, sil- ver blue. $16,400. 426–2696 EXCELLENT CONDITION 99 Pontiac Sunfire, black, 2 Door, automatic, air condi- tioning, CD, rear spoiler, new battery & brakes, 83,000km, $8500. 905-242-6767-days, 905-263–8461-nights. ONLY 80,000-KM on 1986 Ford Tempo, 4 door, clean car, only $699. 905-837-6746 Cars Wanted405 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for scrap cars 7 days/week Call (905)683–7301 or (905)424- 9002 after 6pm. 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. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1992 GMC EXT. CAB 4X4 HD blue, dual batteries, steering stabilizer, 350 auto, posi, air, exc. condition. $10,500. 905- 242-4161 1997 JIMMY SLT,fully load- ed, leather, cd, 4 wheel drive, lady driven, non smoker, me- tallic grey 2 tone, must sell. Will certify. $14,950. (905) 668–1411 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 67,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass tonneau, box liner, etc. $21,999. Call (905)404– 8242 (snp) Trucks Wanted415 WANTED - 1966-71 JEEP parts. V6 Buick 225 engine, oil bath air cleaner assembly. Call 905-721-2844 snp Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1985 JEEP CJ-7, 91 YJ body, new, motor, trans, front & rear diffs 10,000kms ago, 4:10 gears, Detroit lockers front & rear. 35" mud tires too much to list $5000. Call (905)404– 8684 (snc) 1993 VILLAGER MINI VAN one owner, 245k, e-tested, as is $800. 905-852-6003 1995 DODGE CARAVAN,7- pass, cruise, tilt, tint, a/c, p/m. Rebuilt motor (Nov '02 1yr. warranty), newer transmis- sion (35K, Apr '01). $4950 cert, e-tested. (905)571–5315 1995 LUMINA APV VAN, loaded, certified, e-tested $5800. (905)743–9976. 1996 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER, 109,000 km, tilt, cruise, door locks, keyless entry, remote start, remote mirrors, under- coated, am/fm cass, 7-pas- senger, delay wipers, roof rack, 3L V6, auto, $7995 certi- fied & e-tested. 905-404-8791, 905-987-2205. 1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO LT 4.3L, V6, loaded, air, rear heat/ air, quads, Dutch doors, al- loys, cass/CD, 87,000km $14,750. e-tested/certified 905-767-3491 2000 PONTIAC MONTANA extended, all power, buckets, blue/black metallic with silver accents, certified. Excellent condition. For more info call (905) 576–5843 2002 HONDA CRV EXL -Red w/leather, power sunroof, 4WD, Heated seats, w/6 cd/ cassette speakers, power- windows, locks/mirrors, cruise control, keyless entry/ alarm, 7000km, 7yr. extended warranty, rustproof. $31,000. 905-432-9825. 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 • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. Car $10,000 • APR 19% • Payment $322.78/mo. • 48 months • C.O.B. $4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history. SALES LIMITED 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 LOOKING for a used belt conveyor 60'-70' and used automatic plastic strapping machines. Call Kirk 905-579-4407 NEED A HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM? 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Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering 1-866-570-0045 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale185Houses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 21 A/P 95 PATHFINDER XE 4x4, white, blue interior, chrome rims, fully loaded, 219kms (hwy) -it's only a number, don't let it fool you. $11,500 ems & cert. Open to offers. Mint condition. second owner, lady driven. (905)743–9976. Motorcycles435 2002 HONDA SHADOW ACE, 1500kms, black, mint condi- tion, many accessories. Ask- ing $7,500. Call (905) 404- 8242. Announcements255 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 AJAX, BAYLY/SHOAL POINT part time nanny needed im- mediately, live in/out for 2 boys ages 4-1/2 & infant. Ex- perience, references required 905-426–5979 Mother's Helpers271 MOTHER'S HELPER -Re- quired everyday, for a few hours in Pickering area. La- dies with a flexible schedule please contact 905-831–8502. Daycare Available273 www.durhamdaycare.com for parents and home care pro- viders in the Durham Region. Complete listing available. Helping you find quality child- care. 905-665–1330 ECE TRAINED, 15yrs. experi- enceCPR/First Aid, small num- bers = loving care +attention. Fun, educational activities. Whites/Finch area. Call for inter- view 905-831-2841 LOVING MOTHER,ECE Degree, 14 yrs. experience, offering home daycare for chidlren 2+ yrs. of age.. Lots of fun, educa- tional. Servicing Lester B. Pearson & Alexander G. Bell. Lunch, snacks, receips. Andrea 905-619-3138 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Lov- ing daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced back yard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nutritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non-smoking, receipts. 905- 428-1244. WESTNEY/401-TLC Daycare available January, nutritious lunches & snacks, activities, out- ings, First aid/CPR, references and receipts, 905-686–4195 Mortgages Loans165 $$$MONEY FOR ANY PUR- POSE$$$ -Specialized in hard to place mortgages, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as low as 4%. When your bank says no, call us! Debt con- sole, mortgage or tax arrears okay. Ontario Wide 1-888-591- 6057. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.55% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judge- ments, garnishments, mortgage fore- closures & har-rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & protec- tion for your assets. Call now: 905- 576-3505 PURCHASE (5% DOWN),Re- finance (Commercial & Resi- dential), Debt consolidation (unlock equity & pay Mortgage rates consolidate high interest credit cards), Self-employed, can't verify income, good credit. We'll find you the best deal. Call N. Gillani @416-450-8568 Frank's Funds Inc. House Cleaning556 Home Improvements700 Garbage Removal Hauling702 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Party Services753 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHATLINE!Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 905-683-1110 Adult Entertainment905 Passion Paradise ✿✿✿✿✿✿ Welcome to our world of paradise and companion with a heart full of passion 100% Discretion In & Out Going Service Call Nikki (905)426-5087 (905)767-5026 Drivers Needed • Hiring 19+ Children’s entertainment for any occasion. BLUE RIBBON AWARD WINNER. 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Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Courtice Funeral Chapel Limited, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step GOSSE, LAWRENCE In loving memory of a dear father who passed away on December 9th 2001. Sadly missed by John, Christine, Judy, Carol and families. Your presence we miss, Your memory we treasure, Loving you always, And forgetting you never. 420 Vans/4-Wheel Drive 273 Daycare Available 715 Moving and Storage 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam TO ADVER- TISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905- 683-0707 SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com GRAY, Joan Patricia (Wigmore) -At Pallia- tive Care, Peterborough on Thursday, De- cember 5, 2002, Joan (Wigmore) of Ennis- more formerly of Ajax in her 75th year. Wife of the late Alan Gray. Daughter of the late John and Florence Wigmore. Daughter-in-law of Ruth Gray of Ajax. Loving mother of Lou- ise (Derek Bain), Debra Simcock (Justin Bar- tley), Wendy (Ernie Ambrose), Steven Mul- ley (Doris), & Glen Mulley (Elizabeth). Dear sister of Jean LeSelleur. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 4 great grand-children. Friends are invited to call at the HENDREN FUNERAL HOME, Lakefield on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Service in the Hendren Chapel on Monday at 1:00 p.m. Interment Lakefield Cemetery. Pastor Fred Futers officiating. If so desired memorial donations to Lakefield Animal Welfare Society, would be appreciat- ed by the family. Friends may sign the on-line book of condolences at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com TYAS, Alfred-Peacefully at home, surround- ed by his family, after a full and happy life, on Thursday, December 5, 2002. Beloved hus- band of the late Jean and loving father of Bill (Leonie), Diane (Roger), Christine (Michael), Stuart (Carol) and Richard. Dear grandfather of Randall, Suzanne (Joe), Jonathan (Si- mone), Bill, Christine, David, Raymond, An- drew (Neha), John, Jeanette, Julie, and Phil- ip. Dear brother-in-law of Florence Pugh. Lov- ingly remembered by all his nieces and nephews and family. Special thanks to all the caregivers for their kindness in caring for Alfred. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old King- ston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428– 8488 from 2-4 Sunday, and 2-4 and 7-9pm Monday. Funeral Service on Tuesday, De- cember 10, 2002 at 1 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church (35 Church Street N., Pickering Village). Interment - Erskine Ce- metery. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the United Way of Ajax and Pickering or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 PAGE 23 A/P Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 Cordially invite you to attend Need a hand hiring JOIN US!WED. JAN. 15, 03WED. JAN. 15, 03 1:00PM - 8:00PM1:00PM - 8:00PM Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street E., Oshawa REGISTER YOUR COMPANY TODAY!! 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Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 SCOREBOARD Dec. 8, 2002 Dec. 1:Shepherds 2 (MVP Alex Marshall) vs. Retrievers 2 (MVP Anders Marshall); Huskies 6 vs. Dalmations 2 (MVP To r in Guest);l Beagles 2 (MVP Zachary Baron) vs.Terriers 2 (MVP Carlie Stewart). UNDER-10 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Scorpions 5 4 1 0 25 13 12 Cobras 5 4 1 0 18 6 12 Vipers 5 3 2 0 23 19 9 Iguanas 5 1 3 1 9 19 4 Ta r antulas 5 1 3 1 12 18 4 Rattlers 5 1 4 0 8 20 3 DIVISION RESULTS Nov. 3:Cobras 4 (MVP Deven Al-Koury) vs. Iguanas 1 (MVP Alex Mehta); Scorpions 9 vs. Rattlers 1; Vipers 6 (MVP Kyle Wheeler) vs.Tarantulas 5 (MVP Kristina Fer- reira). Nov. 10:Scorpions 6 (MVP Allanah Harrison) vs.Vipers 4 (MVP Megan McKinnon); Cobras 4 (Adam Dineley) vs. Tarantulas 2 (MVP Risto Daicopolous); Iguanas 2 (MVP Garrett Young) vs. Rattlers 0 (MVP Waseen Patel). Nov. 17:Iguanas 1 (MVP David Gabinet) vs. Tarantulas 1 (MVP Marina Mraovic); Scorpions 2 (Scott Gelbert) vs. Cobras 1 (MVP Joshua Cole); Vipers 5 (MVP Lawrence Pham-Hung) vs. Rattlers 1 (MVP Tory Rior- dan). Nov. 24:Cobras 3 (MVP Deven Al-Koury) vs. Rattlers 0 (MVP Patrick Marshall); Vipers 7 (MVP Peter Gartner) vs. Iguanas 1 (MVP Jacki Folkes); Tarantulas 3 (MVP Liam Chin) vs. Scorpions 1. Dec. 1:Scorpions 7 (MVP Anthony Fogah) vs. Iguanas 4 (MVP Jake Wilson); Cobras 6 (MVP Garrit Morris) vs. Vipers 1 (MVP Dalton Stewart); Rattlers 6 (MVP Erin Longo) vs. Tarantulas 1 (Bryce Clooney). UNDER-12 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Roadsters 5 3 0 2 25 13 11 Barettas 5 3 1 1 27 15 10 Mustangs 5 2 1 2 19 20 8 Camaros 5 1 2 2 12 20 5 Spitfires 5 1 3 1 15 24 4 Corvettes 5 1 4 0 15 21 3 DIVISION RESULTS Nov. 3:Spitfires 2 (MVP Sonia Jalbout) vs. Camaros 2 (MVP Daniel Siddall); Barrettas 7 (MVP Michael Gi- antsopoulos) vs. Mustangs 2 (MVP Ryan Young); Road- sters 4 (MVP Christine Oliveria) vs. Corvettes 1. Nov. 10:Roadsters 4 vs. Barettas 4 (MVP Jeff Murray); Camaros 4 (MVP Patrick Bradley) vs. Corvettes 3; Mus- tangs 5 (MVP David Rea) vs. Spitfires 2 (MVP Steven Oliver). Nov. 17:Spitfires 5 (MVP Jeffrey Olsen) vs. Corvettes 3; Barrettas 7 (MVP Brittini Pacey) vs. Camaros 2 (MVP Gregory Farrell); Mustangs 4 (MVP Lauren Wharton) vs. Roadsters 4. Nov. 24:Mustangs 3 (MVP Shannon Jackson) vs. Ca- maros 3 (MVP Jamel Patten); Roadsters 8 vs. Spitfires 3 (MVP Chelsea Cane); Corvettes 4 (MVP Peter Turner) vs. Barrettas 3. Dec. 1:Barrettas 6 (MVP Mikhail Yurkoski) vs. Spitfires 3 (MVP Jeffrey Olsen); Roadsters 5 (MVP Kristen Hill) vs. Camaros 1 (MVP Leanne Savioe); Mustangs 5 (MVP Jamie Leung) vs. Corvettes 4. UNDER-14 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Sharks 5 5 0 0 21 7 15 Orcas 5 2 1 2 11 6 8 Barracudas 5 2 2 1 4 8 7 Dolphins 5 1 2 2 7 9 5 Marlins 5 1 3 1 6 11 4 Belugas 5 0 3 2 8 16 2 DIVISION RESULTS Nov. 3:Sharks 3 (MVP Rick McClenaghan) vs. Orcas 1; Marlins 3 (MVP David Hassell) vs. Belugas 2 (MVP Cameron Hunter); Barracudas 1 (MVP Keegan Fergu- son) vs. Dolphins 0 (MVP Lorraine Horsley). Nov. 10:Barracudas 1 (MVP Monica Arrietta) v. Belu- gas 1 (MVP Kourtney MacKenzie); Sharks 4 (MVP George Halim) vs. Dolphins 2 (MVP Graeme Bayliss); Marlins 1 (Garrett McLean) vs. Orcas 1 (MVP Andrew Nicholson). Nov. 17:Orcas 1 (MVP Luke Carless) vs. Dolphins 1 (MVP John Melo); Sharks 4 (MVP Alex Taylor) vs. Belu- gas 1; Barracudas 1 (MVP Ryan Dillon) vs. Marlins 0 (MVP Parmida Barezpour). Nov. 24:Sharks 5 (MVP Amanda Cassin) vs. Marlins 1 (MVP Erin MacLean); Orcas 2 (MVP Jesse Murphy) vs. Barracudas 1 (MVP Brendan Kelley); Dolphins 2 (MVP Kyle Arsenault) vs. Belugas 2 (MVP Benjamin Ver- boom). Dec. 1:Orcas 6 (MVP Laura Smith) vs. Belugas 0; Sharks 5 (MVP Stephanie Baynton) vs. Barracudas 0 (MVP Steven Rea); Dolphins 2 (MVP Jacob Holmer) vs. Marlins 1 (MVP Derek Henderson). UNDER-16 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Gladiators 5 3 0 2 10 5 11 Huns 5 0 3 2 19 13 11 Knights 5 2 3 0 20 17 6 Warriors 5 2 3 0 24 21 6 Rebels 5 1 3 1 15 28 4 Crusaders 5 1 3 1 15 19 4 DIVISION RESULTS Nov. 3:Gladiators 4 (MVP Brian Penfold) vs. Crusaders 1 (MVP Anthony Lewis); Knights 6 (MVP Claire Hermer) vs. Rebels 4 (MVP Emma Turner); Huns 6 vs. Warriors 4 (MVP Kaitlin Loudon). Nov. 10:Warriors 11 (MVP Danielle Rohlehr) vs. Rebels 2 (MVP Jessica Cane); Huns 3 (MVP Melissa Janson) vs. Crusaders 3 (MVP Samantha O’Neill); Gladiators 1 (MVP Taylor Hill) vs. Knights 0 (MVP Jamie Zancia). Nov. 17:Gladiators ) (MVP Gillian Kirk) vs. Huns 0 (MVP Kyle Sevier); Rebels 5 (MVP Bryan Patten) vs. Crusaders 4 (MVP Jeffrey Yeung); Knights 7 (MVP Daniel Pogensee) vs. Warriors 3 (MVP Kaitlin Loudon). Nov. 24:Crusaders 4 (MVP Matthew Suck) vs. Knights 3; Gladiators 3 (MVP Justin Mohammed) vs. Warriors 2 (MVP Vishal Sitaram); Huns 5 (MVP Shannon Siddall) vs. Rebels 2 (MVP Victor Dihmess). Dec. 1:Gladiators 2 (MVP Kyle Carley) vs. Rebels 2; Warriors 4 (MVP Kate-Lyn Lupo) vs. Crusaders 3 (MVP Chris Beelby); Huns 5 (MVP Natasha Bouwmeister) vs. Knights 4 (MVP Mike Rea). PICKERING MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Results of games played at Dec. 2/02. GAME ONE West Hill Men's Slo-Pitch 47 vs. Verifeye 40. TOP SCORERS West Hill: Owen Officer 13, Craig Yakimishyn 12, Bruce Briard 11, Paul Vorvis 7. Ve rifeye:Karl Hutchinson 15, Charlie Denchfield 14, Pat Roach 10. GAME TWO Laker Carpentry 37 vs. Envoy Business Services 25. TOP SCORERS Laker Carpentry: Colin Exeter 9, Bill warren 8, Tom Pittman 8. Envoy Business: Karl Slovarra 8, Derek Jaggall 7, Luke Lukkonen 6. GAME THREE Warwick Publishing 48 vs. Accent Building Sciences 42. TOP SCORERS Warwick Publishing: Sam Terry 19, Gord Brown 17, Dave Bayliss 6. Accent Building: Rod Fraser 12, John Fleming 8, Chris Sheldon 8, Jude Calliste 6. GAME FOUR Brown, Pineo, Van Kempen 63 vs. Ell-Rod Holdings 37. TOP SCORERS Brown, Pineo, Van Kempen: Mike Horn 23, Bob Nickle- ford 14, Bill Boston 8, Irwin Stanley 8. Ell-Rod: Ron Pella 11, Corrado Roccasavla 11, Steve Hewitt 7, Sandy Smith 6. GAME FIVE The Base 59 vs. Gallantry’s Eatery 47. TOP SCORERS The Base: Conrad Davis 28, George Iordanov 15, Peter Dundas 8, Jim Burke 6. Gallantry’s: Randy Filinski 15, Tom Rowen 7, Don Leahy 6, Jim Wilkinson 6. DURHAM WEST GIRLS’ HOCKEY ASSOCIATION MIDGET STANDINGS As of Nov. 26 TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Royal Bank 6 5 1 0 17 9 10 Source 4 Sports 6 5 1 0 25 9 10 Ont. Power Generation 6 1 4 1 7 17 3 Sabourin & Kimbell 6 0 5 1 4 18 1 SCOREBOARD from page 16 A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 8, 2002 www.durhamregion.com VOTED BEST DOMESTIC DEALERSHIP 19 HARWOOD AVE. (North of 401) 905-683-5358 CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” SERVICE OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAY AND EVERY NIGHT OSHAWA ILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAXILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAX CREDIT PROBLEMS? May be able to help you get into a Car, Van or Truck Today! Some down payment may be required. 905-683-5358 HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 COSTCO HARWOODAll previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. Finance payments based on •36*/60/**72/***84 MO. WITH $3,000 DOWN OR EQUIVALENT & TRADE AT 7.9% INT. Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 7.9% = $141.60 mo. for 60 mo. COB $1,496 total obligation $11,496. OAC. Plus lic., taxes & admin. • Short term lease vehicles. 0% financing or $3,250 FDA available on selected new vehicles. Finance eg. $10,000 @ 0% = $166.66 mo. for 60 mo. COB $0. OAC. All prices plus licence, taxes and admin. Pickering/Ajax News Advertiser readers voted best domestic dealership. OAC. +On selected new cars. †On selected new 2002 vehicles. 2.0L engine, automatic, air conditioning, AM/FM cass. 105,000 km. Stk. #N5727A. $$99.0099.00 mo.** 2000 NEON Finished in steel blue with upgraded leather interior. 3.5 V6, auto, AM/FM/CD with 6 speakers, 4 wheel anti-lock brakes and more. Only 31,000 km. Stk. #P7307.• 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORD $$325.00325.00 mo.*** 3.3L, 4 spd. auto, buckets, rear bench, pwr. pkg., anti-lock brakes, AM/FM cass., sunscreen, dual zone air. 10,225 km. Stk. #P7204.• 2002 DODGE CARAVAN SPORT $$325.00325.00 mo.*** 4.7L V8 auto, sport plus group, deluxe conv., power group, anit-lock, AM/FM cass. 84,000 km. Stk. #T5952A. $$349.00349.00 mo.** 2000 DODGE DAKOTA QUAD Midnight black. Auto, air, 4x4, AM/FM/CD, p.w., pdl., great on fuel. Priced to sell. Stk. #J5950A. $$232.00232.00 mo.*** 2001 CHEVY TRACKER WON’T LAST LONG 3.5L, auto, air, leather, side airbags, AM/FM/cass., 4 pack CD, sunroof, alloy wheels, heated seats, temp zone pack. Stk. #CH5552. 2002 300M SPECIAL $$511.00511.00 mo.*** 2.0L engine, auto, air, driver conv. package, AM/FM, CD pack, aluminum rims, brand new. Stk. #N5719. $$203.00203.00 mo.*** 2002 CHRYSLER NEON 6 LEFT (DON’T MISS OUT) 4.7L V8, magnum eng., multi speed auto, anti-spin, dual zone air, rear heater, pwr. pkg., 7 pass. seating, running boards, AM/FM CD. 24,000 km. Stk. #P7188.• SPECIAL $$499.00499.00 mo.*** 2002 DODGE DURANGO SLT 4X4 SPT. 2.7 V6, auto, air, disc brakes, keyless, AM/FM/CD, p.w., pdl., p.m., 15,000 km. Stk. #P7304.• $$249.00249.00 mo.*** 2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING 2.3L engine, auto, pdl., air, p.s., p.b., AM/FM cass., cloth seats & more. 1 owner. Stk. #R5672A. 1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4 DR. $$99.0099.00 mo.•Only 2.4L 4 cyl., DOHC 16V eng., 4 spd., auto, 16” aluminum rims, AM/FM/CD, six premium speakers, power pkg., 14,000 km. Stk. #P7185. • $294.00$294.00 mo.*** 2002 PT CRUISER 2000 DODGE GR. CARAVAN 3.8L 6 cyl., auto, 7 pass. with quad buckets. AM/FM/Cass./CD, 16” aluminum rims, anti lock brakes, overhead console, power seats & more. 70,000 km. Stk. #V7333. $299.00$299.00 mo.** 5.2L engine, auto, air, wheel plus group, AM/FM/cass., 95,000 km. Stk. #V7324. $399.00$399.00 mo.** 2000 RAM 1500 C/C 4X4 3L engine, auto, power package, leather seats, air, fog lamps & much more. 122,000 miles. Stk. #J5832A. $299.00$299.00 mo.• 1995 MITSUBISHI STEALTH R/T MINT THE ALL NEW DODGE RAM DIESELS & HEMI ENGINES NOW AVAILABLE STOP BY FOR YOUR QUOTE! 3.0L V6, auto, air, conv. group, climate group, AM/FM/cass., 58,000 km. Stk. #V7289. $$244.00244.00 mo.** 2000 DODGE CARAVAN Silver bullet +, 3.5L high output V6. Power sunroof, auto stick, Infinity sound. Only 20,000 km. Ready to go call now. Stk. #P7068.• 2001 CHRYSLER 300M 4 cylinder, 4 door, 48,000 km. Stk. #S5888A. 2001 CHEV CAVALIER $$436.00436.00 mo.*** $$379.00379.00 mo.** 2000 CHRYSLER 300M 4.0L engine, 4 spd., auto, power package, Select Trac, AM/FM/CD, 25,000 km. Stk. #P7300.• $$434.00434.00 mo.*** 2002 JEEP LAREDO 3.5L V6, 4 spd., auto, with autostick, sunroof, ABS disc brakes, heated seats, AM/FM 4 disc chager. 47,000 km. Stk. #V7328. ONE OWNER CLEAN! FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE $$121.00121.00 mo.**