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HOOPS St. Mary moves up Sports, 10 SLEEK Hit the road running Wheels Pullout SENTENCE SERVED Whitby jail closes its doors for good after 44 years News, 3 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 46,600 ✦ 42 PA GES ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Preliminary tax hike at 6.8 per cent, more work to be done BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Preliminary budget documents show City staff is recommending a 6.8 per cent tax increase in 2003. Local councillors will spend much of Thursday and possibly Friday trying to whittle that number down. But it won’t be an easy exer- cise, said Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner. “It will be very difficult to do that without cutting into our services,” he added. “But we’ll look at each item to see if there is any expansion of service or status quo. It will be tough to find additional savings.” A playground equipment replacement program, im- provements to the Front Street Park, and the redevel- opment of Rougemount Drive to include traffic-calm- ing devices, curbs and side- walks are among the capital Husband wanted answers in wife’s poisoning death Too bad kids, reports cards coming DDUURRHHAAMM ——Report cards will be going home to elemen- tary students in Durham next month no matter how little information is con- tained in them. The Durham District School Board won’t follow the example of the Toronto District School Board, which is reportedly threatening to cancel report cards if ele- mentary teachers don’t fill them out completely due to ongoing contract negotia- tions between the two sides. “Report cards will be going home as planned,” confirmed board spokesman Mary Brown. “But they will look differ- ent,” added Rachel Gencey, BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A Pickering man accused of fatally poisoning his pregnant wife complained to police after an autopsy failed to detect how she died. “I need to know what went wrong,” Ganesh Raghunauth told Durham Regional Police Detective Sergeant Steve Illing, referring to the sudden death of his 28-year-old wife. “What could be so unde- tected that happened to her... I’m willing to say anything that would help me get an an- swer to Geeta’s death. Any- thing.” A couple of weeks later, court has heard, toxicology tests revealed Hemoutie (Geeta) Raghunauth died of cyanide poisoning May 14, 2000. Her last meal was a “spe- cial Mother’s Day treat” served by her husband. Mr. Raghunauth, 31, has pleaded not guilty to first-de- gree murder and is being tried by a judge and jury. The trial is expected to take up to six months. In a police interview May 21, 2000 - before the cause of Pickering looks to cut back ✦ Please see Pickering, 4 MMAAUURRIICCEE BBRREENNNNEERR ‘It will be tough to find additional savings.’ Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Stepping up for heritage PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Dailene Patterson and Taunya Lucas, members of the Pickering High School cultural dance group Dangerous, display their dance skills at the Pickering Town Centre as part of Heritage Week Celebra- tions. Cultures from around the world were represented at the event. TALK ‘TIL YOU DROP *After $50 mail in rebate. 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A Licensed Non-Profit Agency For Information: ‘Pinball’ lights up Durham in recruiting relay teams Argo coach, Ontario Power Generation join forces for ‘Breath of Hope’ event BByy JJaaccqquuiiee MMccIInnnneess Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––The charming head coach of the Toronto Argos lent a breath of fresh air to a campaign to sign on Durham relay teams for an upcoming Lung Association fund-raiser. Mike ‘Pinball’ Clemons, the three-time Grey Cup champi- on and media darling, was on the run himself last week, dropping into Ontario Power Generation’s Darlington and Pickering nuclear generating stations to sign up employees for the April 4 ‘Breath of Hope’ relay. The event will take place at the Toronto SkyDome from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Teams of 10 to 15 partic- ipants are required to walk or run the track at all times dur- ing the event. In total, the or- ganizers are hoping 120 teams will participate and 50 of those are expected to be comprised of Ontario Power Generation staff members and family, says Cindy Kaye, OPG’s advertising manager. “It’s a great association to be involved with and our goals are the same,” said Ms. Kaye. “OPG became involved because of our commitment to clean air.” Mr. Clemons said his in- volvement with the event began with his wife Diane, who suffers from asthma, which she developed in uni- versity. Today she can often manage her asthma but at times must be on medication to control it, he said. “One scary event happened when my wife was pregnant with our first child,” recalled Mr. Clemons. “We were in a rural area visiting family in Florida and she had an asthma at- Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Mike ‘Pinball’ Clemons visited Ontario Power Generation sites in Durham to drum up support for the ‘Breath of Hope’ relay being held in Toronto in April. OPG and the Lung Association have joined forces to promote the event and raise money for research. With Mr. Clemons are (from left) OPG team leader Mike Rizzo and Kathryn Peck, a communications specialist with OPG in Pickering.✦ Please see Clemons, 2 ✦ Please see Accused, 4 Special spelling bee registration! AAJJAAXX ——Can you spell Mother Nature? If so, you may have been pre- vented from signing up last weekend for the Durham Regional Spelling Bee due to the snowstorm that passed through the area Saturday and Sun- day. To remedy the matter, the News Ad- vertiser is hosting a special two-hour registration session at our offices Satur- day, March 1 from 10 a.m. to noon at 130 Com- mercial Ave. in Ajax. In the meantime, we are continuing to take registra- tions during business hours this week. The annual contest organized by the Ajax-Pickering News Advertis- er and its sister papers in the Metroland Durham Region Media Group is open to students in Grade 1 to 8. Children compete in different categories and are tested on age-ap- propriate words. Cost to register is $10 and includes a spelling bee manu- al with word lists to study. For more information, call Steve Houston at 905-683-5110, ext. 249. Briefly... Pickering:Every person has a life story and now they can record it for generations to come. Personal historian, Laura Suchan, offers an interactive work- shop at the Pickering Public Library Saturday, March 1 at 10 a.m. Partici- pants are taught to jump-start their memoirs and receive help revealing memories and presentation ideas. Writing experience is not necessary. For more information or to regis- ter, call 905-831-6265 or 905-686- 0250 ext. 6243 or e-mail the library at help@picnet.org. Space is limited. Durham:The Durham Region Association for Volunteer Administra- tors discusses being a TEN at its an- nual general meeting. Guest speaker Carole Edwards uses humour and in- spiration in discussing ‘totally excel- lent now’ in aiming for excellence and not perfection. The meeting is Thurs- day, March 20 at Iroquois Park’s Sports Garden Café from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and begins with an overview of the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region’s accomplishments from the past year. Tickets are $25, which includes lunch. For more infor- mation and to register, call Natalie Adams at 905-436-7732. Index... Editorial Page, 66 Entertainment, 99 Sports, 1100 Classified, 1111 Give us a call... General 905-683-5110 Distribution 905-683-5117 General FAX 905-683-7363 Newsroom FAX 905-683-0386 Death Notices 905-683-3005 ✦ Please see Report, 4 Mayors hear bus system just not doing the job in Ajax, Pickering BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––It’s an awfully round- about route to get from point A to point B in Ajax and Pickering. Concerns over local transit routes was one of the messages delivered to Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs at the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade’s annual mayors breakfast Friday. “There are plenty of bus routes taking us to the GO station,” said Wayne Hoth, owner of Pickering Audio Visual. “But there are no grid routes for people who live and work in this community and want to get back and forth from work.” He said his wife recently tried to take the bus from his business at Finley Avenue and Westney Road in Ajax to their West Shore home in Pickering. The trip took her an hour and 45 minutes. Mr. Hoth said she had to walk 1.4 kilometres to the bus stop to catch a bus, which took her to the Ajax GO Station to wait for a train to come in. From there, the bus proceeded to the Pickering GO Station, where it sat for 20 minutes waiting for anoth- er train to arrive before heading to south Pickering. Ajax Pickering Transit Authority (APTA) does its best to service schools, seniors and some night public routes, but there isn’t the rid- ership at the moment to sustain a bus grid system, said Mayor Arthurs. “The vast majority of people who use the system want to be down- town (Toronto),” he added. But Mr. Hoth said afterwards he disagreed, and pointed to a recent survey conducted by the board of trade’s government relations com- mittee in which many of its mem- bers were concerned about public transit and the need for improved east-west routes. Garth Riley, of Rogers Television, asked the mayors about the possi- bility of a region-wide system, espe- cially with the opening of the Uni- versity of Ontario Institute of Tech- nology (UOIT) this fall. “Most of the region of Durham is geographically rural,” answered Mayor Parish. “A region-wide sys- tem only makes sense from Picker- ing to Clarington. It’s essential APTA, Whitby and Oshawa Transit work in co-ordination with one an- other.” The Region is working to partner with UOIT on transit possibilities, he said. Durham’s GO buses travel across the region daily, he pointed out, but there needs to be more links between GO and municipal transit systems. Mayor Parish said Ajax should get some relief from gridlock once the Hwy. 401 interchange is opened at Salem Road this September and the Harwood bridges are widened after- wards. He also forecast a “significant major new look to the downtown area”, more hotel possibilities on Westney Road and along the new Salem interchange, and 1,200 new residential units to be built later this year. Pickering looks forward to a new 11 5,000-square-foot office for On- tario Power Generation nuclear support staff, the redevelopment of the Metro East Trade Centre and the building of a new flea market, said Mayor Arthurs. He also pointed to the City’s growth management study, which, when completed later this year, will plot the “smart” development of north Pickering, while respecting its environmental, cultural and her- itage features. A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com HOURS Mon. - Wed. 10-6 Thurs. - Fri. 10-9 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 11-4 rrs TM FINANCING ACCEPTED PHONE ORDERS ACCEPTED 40 FACTORY OUTLETS ACROSS ONTARIO INCLUDING... 79 TAUNTON RD. W. 905-433-1052 1414 KING ST. 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The whole time Mrs. Clemons was say- ing, “I can’t breathe,” he remem- bers. “The slogan is ‘when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters.’ It was really true at that moment,” Mr. Clemons says. Fortunately mother and baby were fine and the Clemons went on to have three children, now eight, five and five months. In the 10 years they’ve been mar- ried, the former Argo running back- turned-coach says there have been medical advances already that have made asthma management easier. Mr. Clemons said money raised will continue that work. The association hopes to raise more than $225,000 through the event. Anyone interested in forming a team can contact Annie Zurakowski at the Lung Association by calling 416-696-9240, ext. 232 or by email at annie@on.lung.ca. ✦ Clemons from page 1 There has to be a better way for transit users Fax it The News Advertiser General 905-683-7363 Newsroom 905-683-0386 Don’t mask your excitement for conference AAJJAAXX ——The Women’s Rights Action Coalition of Durham (WRAC) encour- ages youth to put away their ‘masks’ and show their true selves. Because many youth end up assuming different personalities to fit in with the different friends they have, WRAC’s Youth Ex- plosion ‘youth in disguise’ Friday, April 4 in the HMS Room at the Ajax Com- munity Centre. The conference encour- ages youth to be them- selves, noting if they are given the opportunity and support, they will become excellent future leaders. Teens who have been par- ticipating in WRAC’s lead- ership training will act as role models to others at the conference. Students can partici- pate in different work- shops such as stress, rela- tionships, peer pressure and insecurity. Registration begins at 3 p.m., the conference runs from 4 to 8 p.m., and there is a party from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. The conference is free, but there is limited seat- ing. There is also entertain- ment and free gifts. For more information and to register, call Nicole Barrett at 905-427-7849. Job help for professionals offered DDUURRHHAAMM ——Yo u’ve heard of the double cohort but there are resi- dents in Durham who have already gone through school. And the Durham Region Local Training Board says their abilities can help the region become more prosper- ous in the years ahead. Internationally-trained profes- sionals, immigrants and newcom- ers to Canada are invited to a free event in Whitby Friday, Feb. 28, de- signed to help them access the work force. The first-ever networking event, organized by the training board, features workshops and presenta- tions from experts designed to im- part valuable skills and informa- tion. Exhibitors, including Lak- eridge Health, Whitby Hydro, and community-based groups, will also be on hand. “Durham is poised to experience explosive growth — not just in pop- ulation, but in employment and op- portunities for its residents,” states Rick Lea, the training board’s exec- utive director, in a press release. “Our collective ability, as a single reg ion, to attract, recognize and truly capitalize on the talents and skills of the internationally-educat- ed cohort, will contribute to our fu- ture prosperity.” The workshops are on topics such as interviewing techniques, re- sume writing, presentation skills to employers, academic credential as- sessment, Internet education and effective job-search strategies. 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Only names carved into the tables of the living quarters give away the fact that, just months ago, Whitby Jail was full of inmates awaiting trial. But there is no banter this day; no shuffling of cards or droning television sets. In- stead, empty halls and open cell doors stand in defiance of earlier, busier days. “This place was built really secure,” says my guide through the 44-year-old facili- ty, Rick Marrison. After 30 years of employment at the maximum-security provincial jail, he tells me he’s going to retire within weeks. The site will be levelled, to become extra parking for GO Transit. Many of his colleagues will be relocated to the new super- jail in Lindsay. That’s where many of the inmates will be transferred, as well. Whitby Jail is just one of nearly 30 prisons either closed or scheduled to close in Ontario by 2005. In place of the “outdated” and “expen- sive-to-operate” facilities, a trend towards super-jails, such as Central North in Penetanguishene and Central East in Lindsay has emerged. The price to put up prisoners at these new facilities is esti- mated at about $85 per day, as opposed to $90 to $250 at older jails. Whitby Jail for example, which provided short-term custody (usually two years or less) for men and women, av- eraged $145.92 per day for each prisoner. “We had everybody from every possible crime in here at one time,” Mr. Marrison ex- plains. “And some guys have been coming in here since I started. And even some of their kids.” A few of the more infamous g uests at the jail included Guy Paul Morin, wrongfully convicted (and later acquit- ted) for the murder of a nine- year-old Queensville girl; Mitchiel (Micky) MacArthur, notorious bank robber and cop-shooter; and Ronald Woodcock and Roshan Norouzali, responsible for the murders during the Gagnon Sports robbery in Oshawa. Mr. Marrison shows me where the police once locked their guns upon arrival at Whitby Jail. “No one was allowed to bring a weapon into the jail. Even the police,” Mr. Marri- son explained. Even tooth- brushes and pencils used by the inmates were reduced in size, and spoons in the kitchen were counted after each meal. And no room was ever totally dark, Mr. Marri- son explains, “so we could keep an eye on them.” Cameras focus on our every step; blue panic buttons are found on the walls in each room. We e xamine the cells, the heavy doors and tiny bed frames in solitary confine- ment; the kitchen; library; and even a small chapel - able to accommodate four or five people at a time - where Bibles remain sitting in stacks. A lot has changed over the years, Mr. Marrison points out. Originally, the facility was designed to house 68 of- fenders. “Later, we had counts up to 200,” he says. As a result, the cells, roughly the size of a walk-in closet, in- cluded two bunks, a toilet, and a mattress on the floor. Despite the cramped quar- ters, Mr. Marrison says many first-time offenders liked the security of a third person in the cell. It cut down on the number of sexual assaults, he explains. “The offenders actually liked it... three to a cell... be- cause they were afraid,” he adds. The environment changed drastically after the 1980s, Mr. Marrison comments. Most in- mates used to be in their 30s and older, he explains, but over the past several years most of the offenders have been “just kids,” he says. “Old-time inmates were all to- gether, they never had prob- lems among themselves,” Mr. Marrison says. “Lately we started to get lots of gang (members).” The change from alcohol-related offences to drug-related also in- creased, he explains. But inside, he says, the most coveted contraband was tobacco. It used to be mari- juana, but when the jail be- came smoke-free over a decade ago, cigarettes be- came the narcotic inmates craved most. Over the years, though, many people were arrested outside the facility, attempt- ing to throw drugs over the wall of the jail’s yard. Smug- gling techniques evolved with the times, too, and guards had to prevent fishing line pulleys from windows and pencil-shaped containers of dope that could slip through the netting over the yard if weighted down with a ball bearing. Other precautionary mea- sures inside the jail included the removal of a weight room, due to the fact inmates were beginning to show dominant physical strength compared to the guards. Mr. Marrison explains how the high-risk offenders were divided from the low-risk in- mates, especially after a riot in June 2001, in which three guards were treated for smoke inhalation and $25,000 in damage to the jail oc- curred. Such incidents, al- though uncommon, usually occurred over “small stuff” when “the wrong bunch of guys” were grouped together, Mr. Marrison says. “A fter the last riot we limit- ed the number (of inmates) that could be out in the living unit (at the same time),” Mr. Marrison explains. A typical day for the in- mates, he says, was sitting at a table playing cards or board games, watching a bit of tele- vision, and 20 minutes out- side in the yard. The most popular game was ‘Risk’, he says, although 30 years ago it was cribbage. But no one sits at the ta- bles any more. No one stares at the ceiling, regretting each day separated from friends and loved ones. The minutes still pass slow- ly. And there is still an anx- ious air as if someone, or something, is awaiting its fate. As I leave the jail, aware of the security camera focusing on my back and the Lake On- tario wind on my face, the re- alization sinks in. Whitby Jail has served its life sentence. The book left on a cell block table says it all with the closure of the Whitby Jail. Progress –– in the name of so-called ‘super jails’ –– forced the closure of the facility after 44 years. Lavender ribbons bring epilepsy aw areness DDUURRHHAAMM ––––March is a new begin- ning for Epilepsy Durham as it launches its first annual ‘Lavender Ribbon’ campaign. Designed to promote awareness of epilepsy, the pale, lilac-purple ribbons are hoped by organizers to also show support for the 10,000 adults and children with the seizure disorder who live in Durham Region. Jackets, blouses and shirts will sport the ribbons throughout March and especially on March 12 when Ajax, Whitby and Pickering proclaim ‘Epilepsy Awareness Day.’ “This is our inaugural ‘Lavender Ribbon’ campaign. We’re very excit- ed about this opportunity to raise awareness about epilepsy in Durham Region,” says Janice Sals- bury, executive director of Epilepsy Durham. Often a misunderstood condition, the non-profit agency stresses a full life for people with epilepsy. “Our motto, ‘Epilepsy doesn’t keep you out of the game,’ helps to promote a healthy, active lifestyle,” says Ms. Salsbury, “a lifestyle that will result in happiness through higher self-esteem and social inter- action.” Ribbons can be found at the in- formation booths at the Pickering Town Centre, 1355 Kingston Rd., Pickering on March 1 and at the Os- hawa Shopping Centre, 419 King St. W., Oshawa, on March 29. P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. 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The work-to-rule campaign takes schools “down to a min- imum service” in an effort to convince the local school board to negotiate, she said. Durham’s roughly 2,400 ele- mentary teachers have not at- tended school meetings or filled out any Education Min- istry paperwork for the past month. They have also been in- structed to arrive 15 minutes before classes start and leave 15 minutes after classes end each day. In addition, all extracurric- ular activities will be can- celled beginning today (Wednesday). ETFO officials were also scheduled to meet today to decide their next step. While Toronto teachers have also reportedly threat- ened to cancel parent inter- views this term, Ms. Gencey said that, too, won’t be the case in Durham. “Parent-teacher interviews aren’t done en masse this time of year in Durham,” she added. ✦ Report from page 1 Report cards headed home minus teacher comments death was known –– Mr. Raghunauth expressed frus- tration with the results of the post-mortem. “I’m dissatisfied with the whole thing because, to begin with, it’s a loss that I have suffered... I need to get to the bottom,” he tells Det. Sgt. Illing, of the homicide unit, in the videotaped statement shown to the jury last week. Mr. Raghunauth told Det. Sgt. Illing he had no clues as to what could have killed his wife, who was pregnant with their second child. “I know for sure she was not sick, she was strong and healthy,” he said. “I can’t see what could have gone wrong with her. It’s like a dream for me that she has died.” He said his brother, a doc- tor in Guyana, had comment- ed: “It’s a shame that in Canada or in North America you can’t find an answer to her death.” During the five-hour inter- view, Mr. Raghunauth de- scribed his six-year marriage as the “perfect thing” and said he wished his wife were still alive. “I have suffered a real loss... There’s nothing that I have ever wanted that Geeta did- n’t give to me and same with her,” he said. “If I can ask God to give her back her life I would. I love her and I want her to be here.” Three weeks before she died, prosecutors say, Mr. Raghunauth was engaged to a New York woman with whom he allegedly was hav- ing an affair. The trial before Superior Court Justice Robert Scott continues March 3. HHEEMMOOUUTTIIEE RRAAGGHHUUNNAAUUTTHH Accused said wife was ‘strong and healthy’. ✦ Accused from page 1 Accused said he had no clues to cause of death DDUURRHHAAMM ––––The fraud squad is warning residents to be wary of bogus charity can- vassers seeking donations on behalf of Durham Regional Police. The unit is investigating after someone recently re- ceived a call from a person claiming to be soliciting funds on behalf of the police depart- ment “to keep criminals in jail and youth off the streets,” a police statement says. The caller requested a credit card number to process the donation, howev- er, the victim didn’t pay. Neither Durham Regional Police nor the Durham Re- gional Police Association are currently canvassing for do- nations, the statement said. Anyone with information about this or similar inci- dents is asked to call police at 905-579-1520, or Crime Stop- pers at 1-800-222-8477. Fr aud warning issued by Durham police Pickering poised to pare budget items being considered. Coun. Brenner pointed out development charges and re- serves will be used to help off- set impacts on the Pickering tax levy, which makes up a por- tion of the overall property tax bill. Education and the regional portion still have to be added in. “I think there’s a little room to move a little further, but I think you’ll see it at around six per cent,” added Ward 2 Re- g ional Councillor Mark Hol- land. Pickering is dealing with fixed increases of about 4.9 per cent, when you factor in three per cent inflation and a 1.9 per cent increase due to changes in the regional tax class, he said. This budget also includes the cost of new fitness equipment at Pickering Recreation Com- plex, but Coun. Brenner added those costs are well on their way to being recovered from new membership fees. “We’re going to have to look at other cost-recovery mea- sures,” he said. “There’s no question the City of Pickering is going to have to operate more like a business. “Our projected revenue is down because we have no growth potential at the mo- ment with our growth manage- ment study under way. Until we sort out our revenue issues, we can’t have the Cadillac. We have to operate literally as the Volkswagen.” The development of Duffins Heights, which is outside the growth management study area in north Pickering, is mov- ing slowly forward. That should bring some much-needed revenue, said Coun. Brenner. Budget discussions run 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and will continue, if necessary, Fri- day. The meeting is in the main committee room and is open to the public. ✦ Pickering from page 1 DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A skiing instructor has been charged with sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl during a school trip to a Durham Region resort. Durham Regional Police said the girl was assaulted at Dag- mar Ski Resort in Uxbridge during an outing with her ju- nior high school class Jan. 31. “The allegation is that the ac- cused was instructing several students when he inappropri- ately touched a young girl,” said Sergeant Paul Malik, po- lice spokesman. The girl told her teacher, who reported the incident to police and the ski resort, he said. Sgt. Malik said the man, who has been an instructor at the resort about four years, was ar- rested Friday after an investi- gation by the sex-assault unit. He has since been released with conditions. Shawn Daniel Martin, 20, of Westmoreland Avenue, Toron- to is charged with sexual as- sault and sexual interference. He is scheduled to appear in court at 850 King St. W. in Os- hawa on March 21. Ski instructor charged with sex assault Teens get a lesson in first aid DDUURRHHAAMM –––– When employ- ers thumb through re- sumes of inex- perienced teenagers look- ing for a job, one skill can give the kids (and others) a break: first aid certifi- cation. St. John Am- bulance is offer- ing courses for teens aged 13-16. The one-day, emergency cer- tificate course costs $50 per person and pro- vides valuable information on what to do when first on the scene of an emergency. Sessions will be held in Os- hawa and in Ajax on March 12 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. In Whitby, the course will take place on March 10, from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Registration and prepay- ment are re- quired. Call 905- 434-7800 for lo- cations and to register. Statements are ‘ludicrous’, says provincial spokesman BByy KKeeiitthh GGiilllliiggaann Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The provin- cial government is putting off an inquiry into the de- lays and cost overruns at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, charges Howard Hamp- ton. But, a spokesman for Energy Minister John Baird called the Ontario New Democratic Party leader’s accusation “ab- solutely ludicrous.” “It’s a ludicrous state- ment,” said Dan Miles. “The fact is we’re in the undertaking of trying to f ind the right person (for the review) for what will be a huge, complex under- taking.” Premier Ernie Eves said in November an inquiry would be called within days to review the delays and costs. The first of the four laid-up reactors on the Pickering ‘A’ side was originally set to be back in service in March 2000, says Mr. Hampton. But the work has been pushed back several times and the target date is now June. Also, the original cost was $800 million, but has since risen to about $2.5 billion. “Hydro customers and the public deserve an- swers,” Mr. Hampton says in comments posted on the provincial NDP’s Web site. “It’s obvious the Con- servatives are stalling until after an election. We say there should be a probe of the Pickering de- bacle before an election is held. The public can judge the Conservative govern- ment based on its han- dling of this boondoggle.” Mr. Hampton also wants the inquiry to look at how Ontario Power Generation “so badly mis- calculated” the project. It should also examine if the project should proceed and what guarantee there is that the first reactor, Unit 4, will restart in June. He added he’s been told the first reactor won’t be ready until October. “It’s time for the pre- mier to face the music and answer these and other questions, rather than trying to save his own political skin,” Mr. Hampton stated. “There should be an im- mediate, open investiga- tion of what has been going on at Pickering as promised, before voters go to the polls.” Mr. Miles admitted the process is taking longer than expected. “We’re still in the search for the right person,” he added. “Any suggestion we’re holding off until after the election is a ludicrous statement. I don’t know when the next election will be, so it isn’t a factor.” As for what the person will be looking at, “the terms of reference haven’t been drafted yet. I haven’t seen them.” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 PAGE 5 A/P now 62999 KENMORE 3.2-CU. FT. SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHER White wash basket has lifetime warranty; details in store. Triple Action agitator. #23832. 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The 57-year-old Oshawa resident, one of seven new SIU recruits, was hired in July 2002, but was only of- ficially sworn in after an orientation training week, according to an SIU state- ment announcing seven new personnel members. The SIU is mandated to investigate police inci- dents that lead to civilian death or serious injury, and sexual assault allega- tions against police, and determine whether crimi- nal charges should be laid against any officers. It’s all fun and games at YWCA DDUURRHHAAMM ——The YWCA of Durham offers stories, crafts, games and more as a March break getaway for kids. Running March 10 to 14, kids kompany is for two- to five-year- olds, featuring stories, arts, crafts, games, songs and other fun between 9 and 11:30 a.m. The cost is $55. For children six to 12 it’s March break madness from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are games, sports, art, crafts, and fun to be had for $90. Youth 12 and over can use the babysitter training camp to launch their own business. 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Even so, their hands and fingers were protected by leather gloves extending over the wrists. The thumb and finger ends were exposed for the delicate task of loading the caps. In spite of this protection, the occasional accident damaged or removed finger tips. Premier tries to dispel rich image Premier Ernie Eves has laid out his first priority in an election expected soon. He wants to get rid of his image as a high flyer. The Progressive Conservative premier started to make the case he is an average guy in his f irst, highly personal words in the TV commercials that are his f irst shots in the campaign. Mr. Eves began by saying, "My dad worked at a factory in Windsor. My mom grew up on a farm. Her parents came from the Ukraine. They worked hard to make ends meet." The premier stopped short of saying he was born in a log cabin, but went on to claim his humble origin shapes his thoughts and gives him passion for making life better and assur- ing an equal chance for all. Mr. Eves's emphasis suggests polls have discovered many vot- ers still have an image of him as someone who lives in affluence and cannot identify with them in their struggles to pay their bills, despite his efforts so far to change it. This exists because, as a rea- sonably well-off lawyer, MPP and minister, he was noted for his expensive clothes, fastidious grooming and fondness for restaurants where a meal costs more than the average voter spends on food in a week. A messy divorce showed he spent $30,000 a year on clothes and jewelry, $3,000 a month renting a Toronto condo and $700 a month on toiletries, laun- dry and dry-cleaning. This politician really could claim he was squeaky clean. He also moved to live with his partner, Isabel Bassett, a for- mer Tory minister and wealthy widow of John Bassett, once part owner of the Toronto Telegram, CFTO TV and Maple Leaf Gardens. The pair set up house in her Rosedale and country homes. Then Mr. Eves was lured away from politics to a $1.2 million-a-year job in the more financially rewarding world of finance. When he gave up that post 15 months ago to return to politics and run for premier, his first words were that he felt more comfortable back on Main Street than on Bay Street. He also revealed he eats at Tim Hortons and is a regular at a Canadian Tire store and butcher shop and he is now seen often in open-necked shirt and faded jeans. Many voters will have difficul- ty viewing Mr. Eves as an aver- age resident, however, because he tried to put through a law that would give business more access to surpluses in pension funds. The funds were created partly by employees and the law was prevented by average-guy protests. Mr. Eves also allows tax cred- its to parents who send their children to private schools, a perk few average guys can take advantage of. Vo ters also are wary of elect- ing those who live high off the hog. John Bassett and another media tycoon, Roy Thomson, are among those who tried to get elected to public office, but were rejected. Most premiers before Mr. Eves similarly tried to hide any affluence they had. Tory Mike Harris, whose father owned sev- eral small businesses, liked to declare, "I'm the guy next door. I'm a working stiff." New Democrat Bob Rae, a lawyer and son of a career diplomat, insisted he lived fru- gally and had to pay off a mort- gage and car loan like everyone else. To ry William Davis, a lawyer and son of a lawyer, pictured himself as an ordinary, plain- spoken guy dispensing wisdom from his front porch in small- town Brampton. To ry John Robarts, a lawyer who married into wealth, let it be known he started in the rank of ordinary seaman in the navy in the Second World War. Liberal David Peterson was comfortably off and never tried to disguise it and was seen so often at events in tuxedo and crimson cummerbund the To- ries accused him of having a "lifestyle of the rich and fa- mous," the title of a popular TV show. This extravagance was among the reasons Mr. Peter- son did not last. Mr. Eves's problem is most people will accept he was once an average guy who just stopped being one as soon as he could. Eric Dowd has spent decades covering provincial politics as a freelance columnist based out of Queen's Park. 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That's why attacks by United States senior officials and even the president himself on the role of the UN Se- curity Council with regard to weapons inspections and, indeed, to an invasion of Iraq, are troubling. After all, the United States and United Nations need each other and cannot effectively exist in this world with- out mutual support. The UN and its peacekeeping forces remain the final arbiter for ethnic groups and peoples across the globe who feel their human rights have been trampled on. When it comes to dealing with despots like Saddam Hussein, as it did in 1990-91 during the Gulf War, the UN is the necessary place where convincing argu- ments need to be made to the entire world before action is taken. Russia, France and Germany, countries with large Muslim populations who fear retribution within their own borders should the United States unilaterally attack Iraq, have clear misgivings about war. The hundreds of millions of people represented by these nations have a right through the UN to be convinced no other option but war is the answer with Iraq. Canada too, is wise to look to the UN for guidance on this and all other multilateral issues. It's always difficult for our leaders to avoid wholeheartedly endorsing the ac- tions of our close neighbour. We have so much in common and our interests in numerous ways from trade to securi- ty are similar to those of the U.S. However, we also need to take into account arguments made by countries that feel military action is not the proper way to deal with Iraq. In addition, the millions who have protested against use of force, including hundreds of thousands here in Canada, may feel they've gained some attention from those in the U.S. eager to go to war. More protests are planned in March and, should they gain intensity in the U.S., may give pause to leaders who would rather fight than negotiate. The latest polls in the U.S. suggest citizens want a clear mandate from the UN before an invasion takes place. The latest actions by U.S. leaders would suggest they are keeping a close watch on public opinion among their own people before taking further action. More time, more inspections and more diplomacy may ultimately yield results without bloodshed. Saddam Hus- sein's recent interviews with western journalists indicate the Iraqi leader may be willing to negotiate and could be open to persuasion by western leaders. To quote Mr. Churchill once again, "To jaw-jaw is always better than to war-war." Ev es serves humble pie Durham teachers playing catch-up with other boards TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Work-to-rule is unfair: stu- dents', Feb. 19 While I applaud your obvious effort to present a balanced view of the current labour dis- pute between the Durham Dis- trict School Board and its ele- mentary teachers, I feel I must correct some misleading infor- mation. Although your figures for cur- rent salary are correct as stated, perhaps you were unaware we reached this figure of $70,178 for our highest-paid teachers on the very last day of the contract year, 2001/02. What that means is for all that year, save one day, we were several thousand be- hind the highest GTA board. Further, York Region has set- tled already and will be earning close to $77,000 by the end of the 2003/04 school year. This leaves us still thousands behind our neighbouring board. If you re- view salaries for the past decade, you will see Durham has been at the very bottom or close to the bottom in both salary and benefits. On paper, we are in the mid- dle of the pack but, I suspect, after the current round of our neighbouring boards' negotia- tions concludes, we would be back near the bottom again. Similarly, we are 15 to 20 per cent behind other boards in benefits. Hence, our strike ac- tion. Surely you did not believe more than 1,000 teachers would strike for a measly few hundred dollars? Not one of us likes the idea of striking, but we are com- pelled to adopt the industrial method of negotiations, which, unfortunately, has strike as its end result. It is simply time to redress injustices of the past. You cannot have a Rolls-Royce system with a Hyundai budget. JJoonnaatthhaann OO''MMaarraa,, WWhhiittbbyy Board offers teachers no alternative TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Resume teaching services,' editorial, Feb. 19. I am a teacher with the Durham District School Board. First, you should know elemen- tary teachers have never with- drawn services nor struck due to Durham board actions (the 19 97 strike was because of provincial government legisla- tion). That we find ourselves in this position now after years of concluding successful contracts is distressing. But as your chart in the ac- companying article showed, in terms of benefits and working conditions, we are last in the GTA. Your editorial, while urging us to accept substandard condi- tions, gave me cogent reasons why we should do so. As to salary, your contention we should accept less because the cost of living in Durham is less cannot be substantiated. In fact, property taxes are much higher for similarly assessed houses than in Toronto. The real problem with salaries lies with the fact that in the past 10 years, elementary teachers' salaries have risen less than 10 per cent while the cost of living has increased 25 per cent. This has allowed the board to accumulate a reserve fund of more than $70 million. You ad- vise us to sign a contract at a three per cent raise, when in fact we have a benchmark in that the York board under com- petent leadership has signed a two-year contract for 6.35 per cent. The Durham board should be able to do no less. I agree with your observation that this is a frustrating situa- tion. I personally do not want to strike. But in the face of board intransigence, in its refusal to offer what the market already offers, I have no other alterna- tive. So long as the board stub- bornly refuses to pay market price, Durham parents of ele- mentary children should make alternate child-care arrange- ments. JJiimm BBllaakkeelloocckk,, AAjjaaxx LLaasstt wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Do you support the U.S. and its Allies going to war without the backing of the United Nations? ✦ Ye s50.3 per cent ✦ No 49.7 per cent Vo tes cast: 292 Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com TThhiiss wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: With Durham beginning to provide the service in some communities and looking to eventually expand region-wide, would you commit to a composting pro- gram and greater recycling if given the opportunity? ✦ Yes ✦ No Click and say www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 PAGE 7 P Notice of Public Meeting 2003 Current And Capital Budgets In accordance with Section 291(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Pickering will be considering the 2003 Current and Capital Budgets at a public meeting to be held on Thursday, February 27th and Friday February 28th, 2003 at 9:00 am in the Main Committee Room, Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario. Council intends to adopt the 2003 Current and Capital Budgets, based on recommendations made at the February 27th and 28th meeting, at its regular meeting of March 17, 2003 at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers, Pickering Civic Complex. Any person wishing to address Council with respect to the Budgets must contact the City Clerk on or before noon of Friday, March 14th, 2003. Bruce Taylor, AMCT, CMM City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario. L1V 6K7 905.420.4611 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com905.420.2222 Don Beer Official Opening Free Skate Friday February 28 2 pm to 4 pm ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME February 26 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm February 27 2003 Budget Meeting 9:00 am February 28 2003 Budget Meeting 9:00 am March 3 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm March 12 Race Relations and Equity Committee 7:00 pm March 13 Waterfront Coordinating Meeting 7:00 pm All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit the website. Pick up your FREE Heart Smart Card Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road The City of Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity would like to thank all those who provided exciting performances and informative displays at the... 2003 Heritage Week Celebration Event Friday, February 21st & Saturday, February 22nd at Pickering Town Centre Displays Include: •City of Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity •Durham District School Board •Durham Catholic District School Board •Durham Regional Police Service •Pickering Museum Village •Community Justice Alternatives of Durham Region •Amnesty International •Pickering Public Library •Social Development Council Live Cultural Performances Include: •Joy Allen Highland Dancers •Pickering High School Cultural Dance Group •Pickering Caribbean Club Canadian •Dalliday Highland Dancers •Pickering Public Library Story Telling •Generation Africa Dancers •Zahra’s Dance Troupe •Greek Community of Oshawa and District 2003 INTERIM TAX NOTICE First Installment of the 2003 INTERIM PROPERTY TAX BILL Is due for Payment First Installment Payable February 26, 2003 If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 (North Pickering 905.683.2760). Our office hours are between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Tired of Standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering offers you the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. You can pay your taxes on or before the due date: • At participating financial institutions. Please allow five days before due date for your payment to reach our office. • By mail. To avoid the late penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed five days before the due date. • After hours “outside” drop box at the City municipal building on or before the due date. • By telephone/computer banking. Please check with your local financial institution for details. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not reduce YOUR responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. A late payment fee of 1.25% is added to any unpaid taxes on the first day of default and on the first day of each month, as long as the taxes remain unpaid. HAVE YOU LICENSED YOUR PET???? The City of Pickering has commenced a door-to- door campaign promoting the sale of 2003 dog and cat licenses. The City representative should present proper identification to you along with a brochure explaining the door-to-door licensing campaign. The representatives are not Animal Services Officers and have no authority to fine you for failure to license. They will, however, provide information to the City on all residents refusing to license their pets. CAT OWNERS should note that City of Pickering By-law 5728/00 requires all cats to be licensed and leashed when off the owner’s property. DOG OWNERS should note that the same By-law prohibits the keeping of more than two dogs in any one household. Dogs and cats are important members of your family. Animal licenses identify your pets and ensure that, should they become lost, they can be returned to their rightful home. A SMALL PRICE TO PAY TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE! REGISTRATION FEES Pursuant to City of Pickering By-law 5728/00, all dog and cat owners must register their pets on a yearly basis. You could be charged if you fail to purchase the required license. Yearly fees are as follows: Male or female dog or cat $25.00 Male or female dog or cat with microchip implant $20.00 Spayed or neutered dog or cat $15.00 Spayed or neutered dog or cat with microchip implant $10.00 QUESTIONS Any questions concerning dog or cat registration tags should be directed to the Animal Services Centre at 905.427.8737 @ your library™ Discover quick and easy ways to write the stories of your life! Join Personal Historian Laura Suchan to learn how to make the most of your writing. No writing experience necessary. This free program will be held at the Pickering Central Library on Saturday March 1st at 10:00 am. To register, please call 905.831.6265 or 905.686.0250 ext. 6243 or email the library at help@picnet.org Jumpstart Your Memoirs Take the Great Lake Challenge at the Pickering Recreation Complex Get into the swim at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, pool in March and help raise money for the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Choose a Great Lake, Collect Pledges and Jump In! Fabulous prizes are available to be won and will be awarded in April to individuals or groups who collect as little as $50 during the month-long fundraising drive in March. Pledge forms, tracking sheets, and other details on the FIT for Heart Great Lakes Swim Challenge are available at the Pickering Recreation Complex Pool or call 905.683.6582 and ask for Nancy or Karen. Jump In, the Waters Fine Affordable Family Swim Memberships for under $20 a month. Swim Memberships include use of both the Dunbarton Indoor Pool and the pool at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Adult members have access to the pool during all scheduled swim periods & the whirlpool and sauna at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Family Swim Passes include two adults and all children (17 years and under) who reside in the same household. 1867 Valley Farm Road (just east of the Pickering Town Centre) 905.683.6582 NEVER A BETTER TIME TO BE A MEMBER! For more information contact the Pickering Fire Services at Phone: 905.420.4628 or email: fire@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website at cityofpickering.com Special thanks to J. Allan Arsenault, Centre Manager, of Pickering Town Centre for his support of this annual event. NEW! Pre Teen Dances! Looking for something to do on a Saturday night? Bring your friends & Dance! Dance! Dance! Grades 5 to 8 only at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre 470 Kingston Road, West. 905.420.2370 7 - 10 pm Saturday March 8, 2003, Saturday April 12, Saturday, May 10, Saturday, June 14 Tickets go on sale the Monday before each scheduled date at 6:00 am at the Pickering Recreation Complex. A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com two words this RRSP season: guaranteed returns New Canada Savings Bonds the way to save. guaranteed. *The Minister of Finance may end the sale of bonds at any time. Now’s the time to buy New Canada Savings Bonds. They make an excellent RRSP choice and are guaranteed by the Government of Canada. The Canada Premium Bond is cashable annually, while the Canada Savings Bond is cashable at any time. The RRSP deadline is March 3,2003 and so bond purchases must be made no later than March 3, 2003, in order to receive a 2002 tax receipt. If buying bonds online or by phone, and paying by cheque, the purchase must be made on or before February 24,2003. Current bondholders please note that, effective March 1, 2003, Canada Premium Bonds Series 13 will carry the rates shown above. Buy yours wherever you bank or invest,online or by phone.* To buy direct, visit www.csb.gc.ca or call 1 888 773-9999. 2.50 % YEAR 1 3.00 % YEAR 2 3.50 % YEAR 3 4.25% YEAR 4 CANADA PREMIUM BOND SERIES 31 – ANNUAL COMPOUND RATE OF 3.64% IF HELD FOR 5 YEARS 5.00 % YEAR 5 CANADA SAVINGS BOND 2.00 % YEAR 1 SERIES 82 You can entrust your child’s care to Wee Watch. and, we welcome full or part-time care for children from 6 weeks of age! Reliable, supervised day care at a home in your neighbourhood For Information: AJAX/PICKERING (905) 686-2328 • Safe, comfortable environments • Stimulating daily programs using a varietyof resources, such as: the Wee Watch Play Programme Manual, and the Wee Watch Play and Learn Series of preschool activity booklets. • Trained, professional Providers • Monthly unscheduled home inspections • Reliable back-up for Provider’s holidays or illness • Insurance coverage • Income tax receipts supplied A Licensed Agency We’ve Got Your Size Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING Doctors claim walking is the BEST exercise you can do. Do it in a great support system by Rockport. IT’S SALE TIME SPECIALSALE Carriers of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Wed., Feb. 26, 2003 News Advertiser Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Walmart, 1899 Brock Rd. N., Pick. 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. * Delivered to selected households only * Ethan Allan Ajax/Pick. * Free Topping Pizza Ajax/Pick. * Future Shop Ajax/Pick. * Little Caesars Ajax * Millwork Ajax/Pick. * News Advertiser Pick. * Real Estate Ajax/Pick. * The Bay Ajax/Pick. * The Brick Ajax * Wheels Ajax/Pick. Katrina & Jillian Wednesday’s carriers of the week are Katrina & Jillian. They enjoy swimming & Sunday School. They will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Katrina & Jillian for being our Carriers of the Week. 911 WEDNESDAY’S Come on in The recycling race continues The Recycling Council of On- tario (RCO) is a non-profit or- ganization committed to mini- mizing society’s impact on the environment by eliminating waste through the 3Rs and composting. In RCO’s silver anniversary year, its goals and achieve- ments have been like running a distance race. The starting line began at To ronto’s Holy Trinity Church in June 1978, where more than 100 recycling advocates from centres across Ontario con- vened for a two-day conference. This spirited group gave birth to the RCO and began the long marathon to help Ontarians use our resources more effi- ciently. These pioneers, although re- cycling itself was not new, had been in training. They had a vi- sion to change public attitudes towards garbage as well as to challenge industry to utilize markets for collected materials. During this race, dedicated staff and volunteers increased in numbers. While citizens em- braced the blue box, the RCO developed government and in- dustry partnerships. Its library served students and informa- tion officers responded to thou- sands of requests worldwide. The RCO held industry lun- cheons, produced a composting video, held master composter training programs, offered chil- dren a puppet presentation on composting, and created sever- al ‘re-vamp’ fashion shows. The ‘ReinCARnate’ recycling program was developed for old vehicles (1-888-CAR-DIED). Through RCO lobbying, letter carriers now honour the ‘no junk mail’ sticker. The RCO still hosts its annual confer- ences that allow delegates across North America to net- work and its Waste Reduction Week in Canada creates 3Rs awareness. When the RCO reached the 20th year in the race, over 500 participants gathered at its 19th annual conference and trade show. However, the last few miles have been an uphill run. Government cuts have re- sulted in a much smaller staff and limited outreach programs. Yet, the demands to keep run- ning remain stronger than ever with our resources being shipped to Michigan for landfill and a renewed interest in incin- eration. The RCO relies on its funding events, corporate sponsorship, projects, and most importantly, new members to finish the dis- tant race towards a zero garbage society. During this recent ‘member- ship blitz’ several companies, municipalities, and individuals responded to help the RCO re- main the creditable central player in Ontario recycling and waste management, advocacy, and information services. LLaarrrraaiinnee RRoouullssttoonn rr ee cc yy cc ll ee rr ’’ss rr ee pp oo rr tt rr oo uu ll ss tt oo nn ll pp @@ ss yy mm pp aa tt ii cc oo ..cc aa Newsroom: 905-683-9386 WWEEDDNNEESSDDAAYY,, FFEEBB.. 2266 MMEEDDIITTAATTIIOONN::Learn how to meditate We dnesday nights at 7 p.m. at the Duf- fin’s Creek Co-Op, 1555 Finch Ave., Unit 76 in Pickering. Everyone is welcome to the free class. Call 905-420-7252. ALZHEIMER DURHAM: Ajax-Pickering support group meets at 7:30 p.m., at 487 Westney Rd. S. Units 19 and 20 (at Clements). Call 905-576-2567. AAJJAAXX--PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG TTOOAASSTTMMAASSTTEERRSS::The club meets each Wednesday at the Pick- ering Nuclear Information Centre, Brock and Montgomery Park roads, to work on communication, leadership, public speak- ing and other skills. Meetings begin at 7:15 p.m. Call Marsha at 905-686-4384 or Leithland at 905-509-8584. OONNEE PPAARREENNTT SSUUPPPPOORRTT:: The Ajax-Picker- ing Chapter of the One Parent Families Association 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. Meetings are at 8 p.m. except the second We dnesday of the month when start time is 8:30 p.m. Call 905-426-4646 or visit www.geocities.com/opfaca. TTHHUURRSSDDAAYY,, FFEEBB.. 2277 LLEEAARRNNIINNGG DDIISSAABBIILLIITTIIEESS AASSSSOOCCIIAATTIIOONN OOFF DDUURRHHAAMM:: The group holds its next meeting from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. An- drew’s Presbyterian Church, 35 Church St. N. in Ajax. Call 905-571-1145. SSEENNIIOORRSS’’ AACCTTIIVVIITTIIEESS::The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club offers carpet bowling, snooker, and pool every Monday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Ed or Sylvia at 905-428-8297 for bowling or Jack at 905-683-9696 for pool. AAUUTTIISSMM MMEEEETTIINNGG:: The Durham Chapter of the Autism Society holds a meeting for individuals, suffering from autism, PDD, and Asperger’s. Families and friends are also welcome at the Jubilee Pavilion, 55 Lakeview Park Dr. in Oshawa. Dr. Joel Huggins discusses ‘rage control in autism spectrum disorder’. Call 905-619-8926 for information. WWOOMMEENN’’SS CCLLUUBB MMEEEETTIINNGG::Join the Ajax- Pickering Christen Women’s Club at 570 Westney Rd. from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m., for an appetizing morning. Guests Ingrid Pa- padopoulos and Fran Ford share music selections and recipes for love. The group meets upstairs at Loblaws. Tickets are $6 at the door or $3 for first-time guests. Complimentary nursery, but reservation required. Call 905-427-3072 more information. News Advertiser Billboard FEBRUARY 26, 2003 Swim the ‘lake’ for heart and stroke PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— Swim a Great Lake for the good of your heart. The Fit for Heart Great Lakes Swim Challenge en- courages people to swim the equivalent length of one of the five lakes in an effort to raise money for the Heart and Stroke Founda- tion. Starting March 1 at the Pickering Recreation Complex, the challenge en- courages partic- ipants to raise pledges and then swim the distance in the complex pool. Pledges are collected in March, but swimmers have until Dec. 31 to complete their journey. Prizes will be awarded in April to indi- viduals or groups collect- ing at least $50. The grand prize, an annual adult swim membership, goes to the indi- vidual who swims the far- thest distance, throughout the entire chal- lenge. Heart disease and stroke kill more Canadi- ans than all cancers com- bined, 56 times more people than AIDS, and 22 times more people than highway acci- dents. Regular swim workouts build cardiovascular fitness by im- proving the body’s use of oxygen and al- lowing the heart to work less vig- orously. For more in- formation,call 905-683-6582. Picture this! Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos Ruby Goodall spent her working life keeping things in focus. The Ajax resident took photos of the rich, famous, and powerful during a lengthy career work- ing out of the King Edward Hotel in Toronto, estimating her collection now in the hundreds. A recent visit offered plenty of animated stories, a look at many recognizable faces and a glimpse of Goodall’s favourite photo, right, a framed picture of the Beatles during their first trip to Toronto. Ajax resident holds treasure trove of entertaining photos BByy TToonnyy DDooyyllee Staff Editor AAJJAAXX ––––Ruby Goodall rhymes off the names one after another. The Beatles, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Liber- ace, Pierre Trudeau -- the list goes on and on. In fact, Goodall's career reads like a who's who of the second half of the 20th century here in Canada, if not North America. There's also Jack Palance, David Rocke- feller, John Robarts, Whipper Billy Wat- son, and pretty much all the mayors of Toronto. With each name mentioned, there comes a wonderfully infectious laugh and a story. "We had an interesting life, I guess," noted the 82-year-old of the lengthy list of people she captured on film while working as a photographer out of Toronto's King Edward Hotel. It was back just after the Second World War that Goodall's husband Bill ap- proached the hotel with a proposition. The King Edward would supply dark room space on its 18th floor, in exchange for a commission from the Goodalls when they f inished a job. They shot for a number of hotels, with guests at the Royal York also regularly on their list. Bill passed away in 1973, but Ruby kept snapping away through 1994 when she re- tired to Pickering. All told, she figures she still has hundreds of photos in her files. Her favourite photo is one of the Fab Four on their first trip to Toronto, the only one framed among dozens of prints on her table during a recent conversation at her Ajax home. Of the band members, Paul McCartney sticks out most in her mind. "I guess it was because Paul was so nice," she said. "The other three would come over and say 'hi', but Paul would talk to you." With throngs of squealing girls at the hotel hoping to get a glimpse of the band, she recalled asking how they handled all the attention. McCartney responded it was like living near a train, you get used to it after awhile. With that, he stood up and shook the curtain in the sixth-floor room. "He did it on purpose," said Goodall with a great laugh. "One wail of a sound came up from downstairs." She also recounts with great pleasure a young looking Burton and Taylor who were on a prolonged stay in the city while Burton played the O'Keefe Centre. It was during this time the two ran off to Montre- al and married. "That was a big deal," said Goodall, who still has her 35mm Nikon but no longer takes photos. Jack Palance left an indelible impres- sion. "Oh, he was great for a movie star," she said. "They were at a dance and the girls went gaga. I took pictures with him with the girls until I ran out of film and he did- n't care." However, while they are few and far be- tween, not every subject stands out in a positive light. She recalled one Toronto mayor, although she wouldn't say his name, who just "hated having his picture taken". Then there was former French president Charles de Gaulle. Displaying a dinner menu in his honour from April 21, 1960, she becomes upset when recalling he went on to infamy here in Canada with his 'Vive le Quebec libre' comment. "He went to Quebec and made all that stink," she recalled. "I had a nice picture of him and I tore it down and threw it in the garbage. (What he did) was a real no-no." Try and pin her down to a favourite, and it's next to impossible. There are so many good memories and stories. So, did the never-ending line of talent ever intimidate her? "No, I was too busy worrying about the pictures turning out." www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 PAGE 9 A/P PICKERING, AJAX , WH ITBY AN IMAL SERVI CES BRRR! IT’S COLD OUTSIDE! IF IT’S T O O COLD FOR YO U. IT’S TO O COLD FOR YO UR PET Cold temperatures combined with dampness and wind chill are a deadly mix that can lead to frost bite and hypothermia. Even a pet that spends extended periods of time outdoors cannot protect itself from the extreme cold and biting wind and should be taken indoors. WINTER HEALTH AND SAFETY T I PS • After your dog or cat has been outside, check its’s feet for clumps of ice between the pads. Sharp ice can cut the pads and increase the danger of frostbite. Also, clean the paws to remove any salt that can irritate your pet. If your pet has to lick it’s feet clean, the chemicals in the salt can make it sick. • Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but your pet doesn’t know it. The sweet taste and smell of antifreeze can lure your pet into a death trap. Make sure you tighten the lids on all your chemicals and keep them away from your pets. • Cats looking for shelter in the winter often crawl up into a vehicle’s warm engine. They can be seriously injured if you start your vehicle. Honk the horn, open the hood of your vehicle, or bang loudly on the hood before starting the engine to frighten away any animal hiding there. This winter please remember if it’s too cold for you outside, it’s too cold for your pet. S. Koch Supervisor of Animal Services Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services Centre 4680 Thickson Road North, Whitby 905-427-8737 The Pickering Concert Band presents 20th Century History on Film A Concert featuring music from classic films on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean LOCATION: Dunbarton-Fairport United Church, Pickering 1066 Dunbarton Rd. DATE: Sat. March 1, 2003 TIME: 7:30 p.m. COST: Adults $7, Children $5 TRIVIA THURSDAYS TEST YOUR SKILLS 9pm AArrttss &&EEnntteerrttaaiinnmmeenntt WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ TONY DOYLE, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 254 On screen Cradle 2 the Grave opens See Friday’s paper PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––In an attempt to ward off the winter doldrums, the Picker- ing Concert Band presents an up- coming concert featuring music from films from both sides of the At- lantic. The ensemble performs music from 'The Sound of Music', 'The Dambusters', and 'Lawrence of Ara- bia' Saturday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church. Tickets are $7 for adults or $5 for seniors/students and available at the church, 1066 Dunbarton Rd., on the night of the event. There are door prizes and refresh- ments. For more information, call Cathy at 905-683-7566 or check the Picker- ing Concert Band Web site at www.concertband.ca. Enjoy concert band’s sounds of music A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Blowing her horn PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Pickering resident Deanna Harvey was practis- ing recently for her part in the Durham Youth Orchestra’s ‘A Winter Concert.’ Featuring young musicians from around the re- gion, the concert is Saturday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Salva- tion Army Temple in Oshawa. Tickets are available at the door and are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for students and children. Help bring spring on with Celtic night of fun DDUURRHHAAMM ––––While every- one is looking forward to spring, Celtic entertainers in Durham Region hope to encourage it to arrive early in March. A Celtic Celebration to Welcome Spring is being held March 8 at Town Hall 18 73 in Port Perry. It will feature music, poetry and storytelling, and includes local musicians and mem- bers of the Durham Folk- lore Society. "I'd like to think we can invoke an early spring after the winter we've had," said society member and Celebration organizer Dianne Chandler. This is the third year for the event. "Initially I had planned to introduce the people of Scugog and north Durham to the ancient art of storytelling," Chandler said. That goal has ex- panded to include Celtic music and poetry. "I wanted to create an evening venue that had a bit of variety." The storyteller also wanted adults and chil- dren alike to appreciate storytelling. "I want people to know storytelling is very user- f riendly," Chandler said. "It makes people reach out and talk to strangers, to their neighbours. “Listening to a story is part of creating a story in your mind. It's a direct form of communication. L istening exercises the mind." The 8 p.m. show will start with bagpiper Debo- rah Clements, who will lead the entertainers onto the stage with her music. Other performers include harpist Kim Michele; vio- linist Lauren Malyon, a talented, local teen; poet Lucy Brennan, of Oshawa; young singer Rory Taillon, of Uxbridge; local singers Stewart Bennett and Ryan Edger and Durham Folklore members Micki Beck, Jennifer Crawford, Heather Whaley and Chandler. Refreshments, includ- ing homemade shortbread and gingersnaps, will be served. Tickets cost $10 and are going fast. They can be purchased in advance at the Wee Tartan Shop, 221 Queen St., Port Perry (905-985-6573) or by call- ing Chandler at 905-985- 3424. Join the discussion at durhamregion.com Monarchs earn berth in senior boys’ basketball final Friday night BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——St. Mary Catholic Sec- ondary School was an unwilling host to the Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas’ desire for a second consecu- tive win on the Monarchs’ home court Monday. The Pumas were on the prowl for another mauling, this time with a trip to the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) senior boys’ basketball championship game as the big prize. Earlier this month, the Pumas walked on the St. Mary court and walked off with an unex- pected 73-69 win. Nothing doing this time, however, as the defending LOSSA champion Monarchs chewed up the Pumas en route to an 82-49 whipping in the semifinal game. The Monarchs will play the Picker- ing High School Trojans, who defeat- ed the Dunbarton High School Spar- tans 71-49 in the other semifinal game Tuesday afternoon. The LOSSA championship game is at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School in Ajax Friday at 8 p.m. The Monarchs jumped on the cats P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Fri., Feb. 28th 7 pm - 9 pm Ajax Soccer Club Clubhouse $120 per player, special rate for families with 4 or more players SUMMER 2003 SOCCER REGISTRATION Register online at www.ajaxsoccerclub.ca The clubhouse is located behind the Ajax Community Centre AND HAVE NOW MERGED INTO Register before March 1st - fee increases to $140 per player REP TRYOUTS Tryouts are now being held. Consult our website for coach information or contact the clubhouse at 905-683-0740 SWOT SUMMER 2003 SOCCER REGISTRATION For women over 30, Sunday mornings from May to September jersey supplied, year end tournament, trophies $110 DOLPHINS FOOTBALL CLUB Year 2003 Registration (905) 619-9180 FINAL REGISTRATION - NO EXCEPTIONS New Coaches Welcome - Training provided WHITBY • OSHAWA Dundas/Thickson B ehind C asey’s 723-8507 2 1 F O R GRIP SALE INSTALLATION INCLUDED MINOR HOCKEY PRE-TRYOUT “SKATES” Register at the time of each session - For further info call 905-686-1223 Conditioning skates for minor players. High tempo drills to keep you in game shape and your skills sharp! Saturday March 8, 15, Sunday March 9, 16, 22 Birth year 1986, 1987, 1988 - 2:30 to 4:00 pm AA, AAA Birth year 1989, 1990, 1991 - 4:00 to 5:30 pm AA, AAA Goalies Welcome 1 1/2 hours, $20.00 per session Ajax Community Centre - Pad 1 Instructed by the Ajax Axemen coaching staff and players. PICKERING TOYOTA ATHLETE OF THE WEEK577 Kingston Rd. Pickering 420-9000 WE ARE HERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN Pickering High School Trojans guard Jason Jordan held the hot shooting hand in his team’s semifinal playoff clash with the Dunbarton High School Spartans Tuesday afternoon. Jordan drained eight three- point field goals in the contest to lift the Trojans to a 71-49 victory in senior boys’ basketball action. The Ajax- based school will now play for the LOSSA championship Friday against the St. Mary Monarchs of Pickering. SSppoorrttss &&RReeccrreeaattiioonn WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Nationals Swimmers rule the pool See Friday’s News Advertiser A.J.Groen/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs’ goialie Matt Thompson makes a stick save on a Dunbarton High School Spartans player, while Mike Tantsis moves in for a possible rebound during Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) semifinal senior hockey action in Pickering Monday. The Mon- archs won the third and deciding game of the best-of-three series 3-1. St. Mary off to LOSSA finals after beating Dunbarton in semifinals BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Giving up an early first-period goal to the Dunbarton High School Spar- tans served as a wake-up call to the St. Mary Catholic Sec- ondary School Monarchs in semifinal hockey playoff action Monday afternoon. The Monarchs regrouped and carried the play for the re- mainder of the game, scoring a 3-1 victory in the third and de- ciding game of the best-of-three Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) se- nior boys’ series. The win vaults the Monarchs into the best-of-three LOSSA championship against the Pick- ering High School Trojans, who polished off Courtice High School in two consecutive games in their best-of-three se- ries. Action began in the final Tuesday afternoon. The result wasn’t available at press time. Dunbarton opened the scor- ing just 1:01 into Game 3, as Mike Watkins won a battle along the boards behind the St. Mary net, firing in front to Jeff Murdoch who one-timed a shot past Matt Thompson. The goal seemed to bring the contest into sharp focus for the Monarchs who began to take the play to the Spartans. St. Mary tied the game 1-1 on a power-play marker by Ryan Eickmeier with 46.7 seconds re- maining in the first period. Je- remy Whelan and Cale Smith drew assists. Early in the second, Derek Polowyk scored the winner by finishing a perfectly executed give-and-go with teammate John Scrymgeour. Kyle Weter- ing also earned an assist. The clincher for the Mon- archs came with 9:44 remaining in the third. Team captain Kevin Krasnowski slid the puck into the open side of the net past Dunbarton starter Bryan Scott after a point shot by Eick- meier. Whelan earned his sec- ond assist of the game. Krasnowski, who was denied a goal earlier in the third period after the referee waved it off, citing a St. Mary player’s skate was in the crease, said it was good to get another chance to score. “That was a relief, that’s for sure,” he said. “I was glad to see our team come together and work as a unit.” With the team’s goal from the outset of the season to appear at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Association playoffs, Krasnowski said the Monarchs are ready for a battle in the LOSSA final. “We’re going to come at the winner of the next series as hard as we can,” he said. Spartans’ coach Bill Dalliday noted his team wasn’t able to capitalize after opening up the lead and it came back to haunt his squad. “We had a couple chances after it was 1-0 for us. Those were the best chances we had to put them down. And then they got the power-play goal (in the first period) and things turned around for them,” said Dalliday. After Dunbarton opened the semifinal series with a 4-3 win, the Monarchs staved off elimi- nation last Thursday with a 3-2 victory. NNOOTTEESS:: The Pickering High Trojans defeated Courtice High School 5-4 in Ajax Monday af- ternoon to eliminate Courtice in two straight games. EEdd SSnneettssiinnggeerr scored a hat trick, SStteepphheenn TTiippppeetttt and DDuussttiinn BBuurrsseeyy added one apiece... Monarchs’ wake-up call sends Spartans packing DDEERREEKK PPOOLLOOWWYYKK Nets game winner for Monarchs. St. Mary unforgiving in whipping Pine Ridge in semis Annandale rink goes for knockout Sandra Thain team ready for regionals; trip to provincials on the line BByy JJiimm EEaassssoonn Special to the News Advertiser AAJJAAXX ——An Annandale women’s rink represents the club at the upcoming Best Western intermedi- ate regionals after ad- vancing out of the zone event over the Feb. 15 weekend. Sandra Thain and her team of Gail Bain, Barb Luffman and Kathy Kerr captured the ‘B’ side of the women’s double- knockout event. They now compete in the re- gional playdowns at Os- hawa Golf March 8 and 9. The eight-team double- knockout event sends two teams to the provin- cial final at the Oshawa Curling Club March 19 to 22. ••• Next on the OCA play- downs list for Annandale curlers is the JVC Mixed Zone at the Uxbridge and District Curling Club Feb. 28 to March 3. Two Annandale teams are entered. Blair Me- trakos skips one team, accompanied by Kim Bourque, Jason March, and Tracee Nemeth. War- ren Leslie skips the other team with Brenda O’Hara, Dave Hutchison and Lynette Gray. The event leads to the provin- cial championship in Whitby April 13, but the winner doesn’t advance to the Canadian final in Abbotsford, B.C. until January 2004. ••• Our two Pickering resi- dents again hit the jack- pot on pebbled ice last weekend. Collin Mitchell and Richard Hart competed in the PharmAssist Play- ers’ Championship in Leduc, Alta. They joined Jason Mitchell and skip Glenn Howard in the 32- team triple-knockout event, going undefeated until the quarter-final against the John Morris team. They ended with another $7,000. The $150,000 cash bon- spiel was the last in the Grand Slam Champi- onship series. ••• The men’s competitive curling league is in the last of three draws at An- nandale. In the second draw, Barry Moylan, Bert Durand, Carl Vickers, Ken Bolsby, David Roma- niuk and John Breukes won divisions ‘A’ to ‘F’, respectively. The playoffs for club champions begin April 1, and the draw is posted at the club waiting for the seeding to be determined by the results of the last reg ular draw. 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Full time ECE ◆Morning position permanent 7-9:45 ◆Short term full time assistant position starting ASAP. ◆Students for summer employment starting as soon as you are able Fax to Joyce or Rachelle at 905-839-8273 CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. EXPERIENCED SERVICE ADVISOR required for busy automotive dealership • Prefer advisory and computer experience • Good oral & written communication • Volvo exp. an asset. Contact Randy Fowler ✔Phone: 905-421-9515 ✔Toll Free: 1-866-504-4448 ✔Fax: 905-421-9520 VOLVO OF DURHAM PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR Individual required with experince in CAD drawing & knowledge of the Ontario Building Code. Candidates must possess exceptional management skills. (905)686-9842 EXT. 239- 9AM-4PM (905)686-2445 EXT. 239- 4PM-8PM THE NEWS ADVERTISER Is looking for carriers to deliver papers and flyers door to door Wed. Fri. & Sat. by 6:00 PM. in their neighborhoods. call 905-683–5117 JOIN OUR TEAM Canada's premiere store for runners invites you to join our progressive and knowledgeable sales team.The Running Room is looking for enthusiastic, outgoing, runner / walker to fill the Assistant Manager position in our Pickering Running Room location. If you are a dynamic and energetic individual with a strong interest in promoting the sport of running and walking, please forward your resume to the Area Manager. Brenda Barron, Area Manager Unit 18, Pickering Square 1450 Kingston Road Pickering ON L1V 1C1 Fax: 905-420-6466 No phone calls please Are you tired of driving to To ronto? Experienced Automobile Dealership requires a QUALIFIED SERVICE ADVISOR For busy Chrysler dealership. Successful candidate must be able to handle all top administrative du- ties and counter duties for service consultants. Only persons with qualified dealership experience need apply. Fax resume to: (905) 683-5738 Attn: Doreen Set-Up Technicians You will ensure the timely and efficient set-ups of injection moulds, trouble shoot related processes and equipment and complete required repairs. You have a minimum of 5 years’ injection moulding or plastics related experience and thrive in a team-oriented environment. Please send your resume,in confidence,to:Human Resources,Horn Plastics Inc.,114 Industrial Drive, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 5Z8. F ax: (905) 668-3860. E-mail: hr@hornplastics.com No phone calls, please. We are a recognized leader in the custom injection moulding and assemblies business. The following opportunities are available at our new Whitby location. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help M.A. Stewart & Sons Ltd is a leading national master distributor for plumbing /heating valves and industrial valves and valve products. We are currently recruiting for Inside Sales/ Customer Service Representatives at our Ajax operation. Responsibilities will include responding to incoming sales calls, processing orders, preparing quotations, following up on orders and providing superior customer service. Qualified candidates should be computer literate and knowledgeable in the plumbing & heating industry or Industrial PVF distribution. M.A. Stewart & Sons Ltd offers a competitive compensation package, including full benefits and bonus incentives. Please fax or e-mail your resume in confidence to M.A. Stewart & Sons Ltd 252 Hunt Street Ajax, Ontario, L1S 1P7 Att: Gary Horvath Fax: 905-683-9108 E-Mail – horvath @ mastewart.com 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help HARDWARE ENGINEER/PROGRAMMER required for Pickering based hi-tech company • 2-5 years experience in product design and development of digital circuit boards • Familiarity with schematic layout and board design • Must have working knowledge of Microchip products (Pic Processors) • Assembly language and embedded "C" an asset • Familiarity with networks and network protocols • Strong oral and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills Please email resume to: cardac@keyscan.ca A FULL TIME PHARMACIST is required for prescription pharmacy in the Glazier Medical Building in Oshawa. The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills, be interested in providing excellent patient care and be a team player. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, excellent hours and a professional work environment. Visit our website at www.lovelldrugs.com Reply in confidence to Rita Winn by email at ritawinn@lovelldrugs.com or fax resume to 905-723-1421 or call 905-723-2276 AZ/DZ DRIVERS & HELPERS Full Time Positions available at Scarb. Based Moving Company for High Value Products. Experience & clean abstract a must. Great Wages and Benefits Package. www.northerncanadian.com NCL Moving Systems 1- 888-271-9997 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers LEGAL SECRETARY RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Organized Team Player for busy law office; min. 5 yrs exp.; knowledge of Conveyancer and Teraview; ability to complete files from opening to close. Fax Resume to Diane England, 905-721-1217 or E-mail diane@dianeengland.com Fax us your ad at 905-579-4218 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help Ventra Plastics Peterborough THOROUGHBRED HORSE farm looking for stable help. Turn in/out. Cleaning of stalls. Serious inquiries only 905- 723-5179. YOUTH WORKERS required for therapeutic group home for emotionally disturbed and confused adolescents in the Durham region. Full-time from $25-$28,000 to start. Part-time $11.50-$12.50/hour and over- night staff $8.50-$9.50/hour. Specify position applying for. Fax resume to 905-579-3093 CLEANERS - LOOKING for in- dividuals with cleaning ex- perience for great new oppor- tunities with cleaning service for residential clients. Ex- tremely attractive wages of- fered. Own vehicle preferred. Call (905)686–5424 now. Salon & Spa Help514 ANGELA'S ESTHETICS Re- quires Assistant/Receptionist. Must have great telephone manner and be able to work alone. Please Email resume: angelasesthetics@bellnet.ca HAIR STYLIST required full- time with experience for es- tablished salon, Classic Hair Care, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa. Minimum 2 years experience. Salary plus commission. Charlie or Laurie, (905)579- 2525 F/T HAIRSTYLIST required with experience for busy, friendly salon in mall location. Guaranteed wages +commis- sion. Start immediately. John 905-725-2080 (days) or 905- 728-3720 (after 9p.m.) LICENSED HAIRSTYLIST with minimum 2 years experience required for full-time position. Please call Mary or Lina (905)728–4623. Skilled & Technical Help515 SATELLITE TV TECHNICIANS wanted. National Telecom- munications contracting com- pany is hiring several techni- cians in the Greater Toronto Area and Eastern Ontario. If you have prior experience in telecom installations (Cable TV, Satellite TV, Home Theatre and Internet) are entrepre- neurial, have strong customer service skills and are sales oriented, then we are very anxious to meet with you. If you meet above criteria and own a vehicle with a ladder rack, please send your re- sume via fax 416-675-6456 or email rsingh@phoenix-inc.ca Office Help525 BOOKKEEPER/OFFICE admin. tasks required by medium sized construction company in Durham Region. Knowledge- able in Jonas software an as- set. Flexible hours. Fax re- sume to: 905-436-5198. LEGAL ASSISTANT for our Port Perry main office. We are a law firm focused on excel- lence in the fast paced area of residential real estate. We have a high tech team orient- ed workplace and attractive salary & benefits. Please send us your resume. George Smith: Fax 905-985-3758 or email: george@titlers.ca LEGAL SECRETARY for Pick- ering office. Experience in Real Estate. Proficient in Con- vey, Teraview, able to work independently. Please fax Lori at 905-831-7042 OFFICE MANAGER/Book- keeper required immediately for mid-sized manufacturing company. One person office, currently manual systems. Fax resume 905-623-0781 PART TIME RECEPTIONIST required for real estate office in Ajax. Real estate experi- ence preferred. Must have typing. Please fax all resumes to Administrator at (905)428- 8869 PICKERING. Part-time (12-16 hours). Mature reliable recep- tionist. Comp. exp. ess. Even- ings (5-9m) /weekends. Day- time training. Real Estate exp. pref. Fax resume to 905-420- 5455. Sales Help & Agents530 DIRECT SALES CLOSER Per- son with in-home, one-call, closing skills. We offer pre- set appts. daily. 6-day semi- nar will be held in Burlington, ON, on how to sell electric adjustable beds. Commis- sions from $200 to $900/sale +bonus +benefits. Reps earn $50K- $100K/yr. Call Mr. Mor- gan 1-800-387-4169. Fax re- sume: 905-333-1738 Ul- tramatic Sleep of Canada Inc. PART TIME SALESPERSON required for local heating and Air conditioning company, flexible hours, commission based on salary and commis- sion. Must have own vehicle, HVAC sales experience an asset. Fax resume to Greg at (905) 683-0817 Retail Sales Help532 BUCK OR TWO, Canada's lar- gest dollar store retail chain is recruiting for a full-time man- ager for their store located at Westney Heights Plaza, 15 Westney Road North in Ajax. Buck or Two stores offer their customers a fun shopping ex- perience because they pro- vide exciting new items, con- sistently better values and a superior selection of mer- chandise! If you are an ener- getic individual with leader- ship and customer service skills and want to be part of a winning team then please fax us your resume with salary expectations to 905-738-0680. Our thanks to all but only qualified candidates will be contacted. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 3RD RECEPTIONIST needed for busy dental practice. Markham/Lawrence Scarbor- ough area. Call Leigh 416-438- 6699. CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIS- TANT required for 2 Satur- day's a month. Pickering of- fice. Please fax resume to 905-831-5975 DENTAL ASSISTANT Level I or II and receptionist/office managers for progressive GP practice. Whitby/Oshawa area. Must be proactive, able to work independently, show initiative. Dental experience required. FT and PT positions. Excellent pay. Send resume to Dental Connections, Box #886 P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 OSHAWA CENTRE DENTAL office requires an experienced part time dental assistant. Call 905-571-2443 or fax 905- 571-3172 PART TIME DENTAL Recep- tionist required. No evenings or weekends. Reply: File#887, Oshawa Whitby This Week, 865 Farewell St. Osha- wa, Ont. L1H 7L5 PHYSIOTHERAPIST P/T re- quired 2-3 afternoons/even- ings per week for Clinic in Ajax. Hours are negotiable. Please fax resume to 905- 428-8830 PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assis- tant for Orthodontic office. Computer and Othodontic ex- perience preferred. Send/drop- off resume: Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St.N. Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5 or email ejpong@yahoo.com REGISTERED MASSAGE Therapist required for busy Oshawa Chiropractic & M.V.A. Clinic. Full time, evenings & Saturdays included. In order to balance the dynamics of our team, this position suits male applicants (preferred). Apply by resume to Lakeridge Chiropractic & Wellness Cli- nic, 580 King St.W. Suite #1, Oshawa L1J 7J1 or fax 905- 436-6690 DENTAL HYGIENIST for temp work in our Pickering office Tuesday, March 11 & 18, Thursday, March 13 & 20. Please contact Angela or Ann ASAP 831–3603 Employment Wanted570 CONTRACTOR 10 years ex- perience, own truck & tools, all renovations, indoor & out- door, concrete forming & fin- ishing, free estimates. 905- 925-4674 Houses For Sale100 414 GLENDALE,desirable Rossland/Gibbons) 4-bed- room, 2-storey, main floor fa- milyroom w/deck, sunken liv- ingroom, eat-in oak kitchen, gas fireplace, 2-1/2 bath- rooms, attached 1-1/2 car ga- rage, c/air $239,000 905-723- 7996 2400 SQ. FT.home located in BALTIMORE - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, dining, living and fami- ly rooms, ceramic tile, hard- wood and carpet throughout on .78 acres, backing onto creek, 2 car garage and workshop, 2 sheds. Asking $174,900. Call 905-373-0542. OPEN HOUSE: SUN. 2-4PM, 61 Aster Cres., Brooklin (Trib- ute Homes). 4-bedroom, all brick, c/air, double garage, fenced yard, 2 years new, hardwood, ceramics, gas fire- place, jacuzzi tub. $279,900. (905)655–4979. PRESTIGIOUS Somerset Es- tates, Whitby ranch bungalow, 2,800sq ft., 3+1 bdrms, solari- um, pool on professionally landscaped 80ft lot. Upgrades. Must See! By appt only 905- 668–5730 WHITBY/OSHAWA -Lovely homes for sale. Zero down payment $885.00-$1,200.00 monthly. 24 - hour free recorded message. Invis-1- 800-891-2402 code 2021. 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 - For rent or lease, at approx. 800 sq.ft. of office space, workshop, or storage, and parking. 905- 434-5494 or 905-579-1840 leave message. Office & Business space150 400 SQ. FT FURNISHED of- fice space immediately avail- able. $350/month plus GST. One month free. Prime Osha- wa location. Call Steve or Steven 905-576-6999 or 905- 434-0041 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 760-sq.ft to 2496-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 WHITBY DOWNTOWN - pres- tigious office or commercial space available Parking on premise, 1750 - 2200 sq. ft. for lease. Main street and main floor locations. Call Snyder Construction (905) 655–5000. Terms negotiable. Business Opportunities160 AVAILABLE FOR LEASE.Ex- cellent business opportunity. Turn key operation, fully equipped kitchen within an all ready successfully estab- lished sports bar. Seating ca- pacity of 180. Equipment in- cluded: American range, flat top, charbroiler, range top burners, 2 ovens, salamander, 2 deep fryers, 6ft prep cooler, kitchen nook, microwaves, 5 upright coolers, 5 freezers, shelving, pots, pans, dishes, cutlery. $1600/month inclu- sive. Must have $2000 secur- ity deposit, first/last. 905-404– 3098 BOOMING Tanning and Es- thetics Studio, 14 years, prof- itable client base, all inventory and lease holds included, $35,000 OBO. Cobourg. Call Katrina, 905-372-1505. DZ TRUCK FOR SALE w/job (only if qualified). 1996 Freightliner FL 80 w/air ride, h.d. tailgate 5.9 cummins (370,000 km) and 26ft box. Comes with MTO spot check, emmisions, DOT, engine oil analysis by CAT from 2001 & 2001. $30,000 o.b.o. Call 905- 999–0147 FOR SALE 5 YEAR OLD well established beer/wine spirits, home delivery service. Seri- ous inquires only. Call (905) 431-1666, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. only. HAIR SALON - OSHAWA. Very clean. Busy plaza. Park Road and 401. Turnkey oper- ation. $29,900. Hair salon - Ajax. Owner relocating. Great opportunity. South Ajax in busy plaza. $34,900. Photo business. Busy east Oshawa Plaza. Film development. Passports. Portraits. $199,900. Neil Ryan, Broker, Ryan Realty Services Ltd. (905) 434-5128 neil@courticerealestate.com Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BEDROOM UNIQUE - 2 levels, fine oak cabinets and railings, 6' focal point round window maple and ceramic flooring, mood lighting, private yard, parking, 3 plex, King St. E., near Townline. $950. inclu- sive. References, lst/last. (905) 579–8339 2-BEDROOM,Available im- mediately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge- stove, carpeted, freshly-paint- ed, shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, reasonable. (905)725-2642 after 5pm. 1 BEDROOM APT. -$650/mth inclusive, no pets, single working person preferred. Available April 1. 905-438– 1982. 1-BEDROOM BSMT., quiet home, S.E.-Oshawa; suit sin- gle non-smoker: parking/utili- ties/basic cable/appliances included, no-pets. immediate possession. $655/mo; refer- ences. first/last. 905-433– 1197 after 1pm. TWO BEDROOM OSHAWA - large top floor triplex apart- ment building, 304 Banff Ave. quiet street, no pets, referenc- es, absolutely lst/last $800. March 1st/8th (905) 571-5814. 2-BEDROOM apartment available. Located 309 Cordo- va Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Available anytime. Please call 905-579-2387, after 5pm. 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, almost new, living, dining, kitchen, 4 pc. bath, own laundry, cable included, a/c, 1 parking. Very clean unit, non-smoker, no pets. Avail- able March 8th. Near Brock/ Dellbrook. $800/month, refer- ences. (905)426–1601, cell (416)707-0755 A MUST SEE! Oshawa, 2- bdrm adult-occupied 3-unit bldg. Clean, quiet, laundry, private yard, parking, on bus route. Credit check, referenc- es, non-smoker, no pets. $753-inclusive, first/last. Avail March 1/03, 905-427-2782. AJAX 67 Church St. Large 2 & 3-bdrm. Avail. Feb. & March in clean, quiet building. Start- ing from $950/month includes parking, hydro, new applianc- es. (905)426-1161 AJAX - BACHELOR,imme- diate. $600 inclusive incl. in- ternet Suitable for one, smok- ing ok, no pets, 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. (905) 619–0575 AJAX MAIN FLOOR,3 bed- room semi, laundry, parking, central air, quiet street, no pets/smoking. lst/last, $995. plus 65% utilities (905) 686– 8104. (905) 767-2642 AJAX HWY#2/WESTNEY, Large professionally finished one bedroom basement. Air, one-parking, separate en- trance, 4-piece-bath. No pets, non smoking. $800 in- clusive, available immediate- ly. Call 905-427-6405 AJAX TWO-BEDROOM BASE- ment apt. utilities cable in- cluded no pets/smokers 1st/ last $950 close to all ameni- ties call Dave 416-998-8856 (days), 905-426–9136 (even- ings) AJAX, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, Westney Rd/ Hwy 2 area, suits quiet single working person, separate en- trance, parking, no pets/ smoking. $750 inclusive. Available April 1st. (905)426– 1108. AJAX, LARGE 1-BDRM base- ment apt., separate entrance, double car parking, share laundry, legal, all inclusive $750/month. Call til 7pm (905)426–1556. (snp) AJAX/PICKERING location, 2 cozy, bright, basement apart- ments for rent. Separate en- trance for both. Price negoti- able. Telephone (905)509– 4185 BASEMENT APARTMENT, open concept, appliances, parking. No smoking/pets. Near PTC, 401. Available im- mediately. $670/month inclu- sive. Call Helen 905-427-5347 BOWMANVILLE,2-bdrm basement, includes applianc- es, shared laundry, well lit, close to 401, no pets please. $675 + shared utilities. Avail. March 1st. Call Sal 905-697– 9949 BRIGHT SPACIOUS legal ret- rofit 2 bedroom basemen apt. Olive/Wilson area, 4 applianc- es, parking, references re- quired. March 1. $750 inclu- sive. 905-721–2206 COURTICE - bachelor apt on bus line. $500 including utili- ties/cable/parking. First/last. Available immediately. Ap- pliances included. 905-725- 7879 EXECUTIVE 2 BEDROOM walkout basement apt. Pick- ering. April lst. 5 appliances, gas fireplace, security sys- tem, parking, satellite tv, non smoker/pets. $1,100 inc. (905) 509–8387 AJAX, SMALL FURNISHED one bedroom basement apt., Suit single adult, available now, $625/month. Details call (905)428–8649. KINGSTON AND BROCK, new one bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, no smoking, no pets, close to all amenities, Go, 401, $750 all inclusive. Available March 15th. (905) 686–0836 LAKEVIEW PARK OSHAWA- newly decorated, large yard 2 bedroom main floor of home. $875 inclusive. No dogs. 905- 260-0136. LARGE 2-BEDROOM base- ment apartment with lots of windows in Oshawa. Good residential area. All incl. Hook up for washer&dryer. Back- yard. NON-SMOKER ONLY! No pets. First/last, $825/ month. Please call Brian 905- 243-7055 MAIN FLOOR OF SPACIOUS 3 bedroom bungalow located near hospital with private drive and entrance, air-con, laundry, cable and utilities. Large backyard. $1100/month, 905-725–8769. NORTH OSHAWA, 1-bdrm basement. Well lit, suitable for single person. Separate en- trance, parking, avail. imme- diately. $640 inclusive. First/ last, references. 905-576– 0679 ONE BEDROOM newly reno- vated, heat, hydro, cable in- cluded, near Oshawa Centre & bus route. Available March 1, $775. no pets. 905-433–2484 OSHAWA - Apt.1 large bed- room No smoking/no pets. First/last, cable +utilities in- cluded. $750. References re- quired. Avail. Mar. 1st. 905- 723-7228. OSHAWA - ADELAIDE/HAR- MONY, lovely one bedroom, a/c, c/v, cable, separate en- trance, balcony, pleasant sur- rounding, green space, bus route, no smoking/pets. Suit retired, semi retired or ma- ture professional with refer- ence. $750 incl. lst/last, Avail- able March lst. (905) 720- 3737. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM upper half of duplex. Parking for 1, $650 +hydro, first/last re- quired. Available March lst. No pets. Call (905)430–0249 OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM apartment, near OC, well- managed, quiet building, All inclusive, $850/month. Laun- dry facilities available. March 1st. 905-424-3828, after 9pm (905)721-1178. (cnc) OSHAWA 3 BEDROOM, clean mainfloor, fenced backyard, laundry, garage, $900 +utili- ties. Available April 1. Call 905-720-3275 OSHAWA APTS.professional new ownership/management, newly renovated 2+3 bed- rooms from $800, new ap- pliances. Building upgrades to include: security cameras, new windows and more! On transit route, near schools/ amenities. 905-404-4002 OSHAWA,Freshly painted updated decor, 2-bedroom, $725 plus hydro in clean, quiet bldg includes parking, laun- dry on site. Available imme- diately. (905)434–9844. OSHAWA/WHITBY 2-bdrms basement of executive home, very clean, all inclusive, $900/ month, first/last. no pets or smoking. Mature professional preferred. Available March 1st. References. (905)438– 1935 PICKERING - 98 Church St. South. Apt. building, large 2 room bachelor. Clean, own entry, 4pc. bath, laundry, parking, no pets. $675/mo. 905-509-2038. PICKERING BASEMENT apt. Laundry/cable. 1 minute from 401, plaza within walking dis- tance, newly renovated, full kitchen, ceramics, non- smoker preferred. $725. Suits one person. 905-626-5882 Mike. PICKERING - Rose Banks/ Strouds. 2 bedroom, large, clean, basement apt., a/c, parking. Available April 1st, First/Last $950. No pets/ smoking. 905-837–2576 PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly 3 bedroom (main floor) $1250+utilities. 1 bedroom plus den (basement) $850+ utilities. Minutes to 401/GO, off-street parking, references required, available March 1. 416-806–6306 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regen- cy Cres., Whitby. 50+ Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to downtown. Dai- ly activities incl. All utilities included. Call 905-430-7397. www.realstar.ca ROSSLAND/GERRARD,very large brand new 1-bedroom basement apt. separate en- trance, CAC, parking, utilities included, no pets/smoking suits single/career couple. March 1. 905-723–1585 RUSSETT AVE.,N. off Sim- coe 2-2-bdrm. good location, well maintained 12-plex. Nice neighbourhood; Close to shopping, bus. from $850. heating Cable/parking/ includ- ed, newly decorated, laundry facilities. Avail. Apr.1. No dogs. 905-576–2982. after 9am. AJAX main floor, 3-bedroom semi bungalow. March/April 1st. $1075plus. BASEMENT apartment, suit single, April 1st. $725. inclusive. No pets/ smoking. Parking, laundry. First/last, references. (905)686–6773 SPACIOUS OPEN CONCEPT flat, duplex, Oshawa, bus, parking, fireplace, cable TV. $595/single or shared $350/ each inclusive. March 1. 905- 435-7305 TESTA HEIGHTS -2 TESTA RD. UXBRIDGE One & two bedroom apts. available. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM APT.New, bright, spacious, lower-level of raised bungalow. Adelaide/ Townline. Private entrance. Appliances, laundry/cable inc. No smokers please.$875+ utilities. 905-720–2209 WHITBY - 3 BEDROOM main floor, 5 appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping. $1100+60% utilities. Available Immediately. Richard - Days 416-865-7864 Evenings/Weekends 905-686- 9662. WHITBY TWO 2-bedroom apartments, April 1st. $825 & $865, Very spacious, clean, quiet building, parking. Near GO train/401. Fridge/stove. No dogs. 905-404-1414. WHITBY - Newly renovated bright 1 bedroom basement apt. Laundry, parking. March 1., $725/mth no smoking/pets. 905-665-6666 or 416-989- 8080. WHITBY 1 BEDROOM at Gar- den/Dundas Sts. All inclusive, including laundry and parking, available immediately, $685. 905-655-7277 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balco- ny, parking. 905-430–5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY - Rossland/Gordon 2 bedroom basement apt. ap- pliances, all inclusive, no smoking, no pets, available March 1, first/last required. 905-430–3580 Condominiums For Rent180 92 CHURCH ST. AJAX - Lux- urious 2 bedroom all ameni- ties, $1350 inclusive. Refer- ences, non-smokers, no pets. Available April 1. 905-683– 1444. dpowley@sympatico.ca AJAX-Westney/Hwy.2- 2 bed- room condo, 2 bathrooms, ensuite laundry, walk to Go, first/last, references required, $1350/mo/inclusive. March 15th. No pets. 905-649-2788 BOWMANVILLE Seeking Pro- fessional, single or retired. No pets/smoking. New, end unit on 1st/floor, 2 bedroom, washroom, 5 appliances. $900/mth. 905-435–0670. COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. NORTH AJAX 2-bedroom condo for rent. Nice, bright, 2-bathrooms, 2-balconies, S/W exposure. $1300/month, solarium eat-in kitchen. Own credit check. 905-428-0894 PICKERING PARKWAY, 3 bedroom, quiet building, $1375 per month plus hydro. Avail. March 1, 2 free weeks* Call (416) 270–1213 SHORT TERM RENTAL avail- able immediately. West Bow- manville. Brand new two bed- room condominium with parking. Close to 401. Call (905) 434–4600 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 4-level back- split, with in-law, huge yard backing onto greenbelt, walk to schools. Madawaska Ave. Oshawa $1350+first/last. Don 905-743–9520 A PICKERING,large 4-bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, familyroom w/ fireplace, walk-out to deck, garage, 5 appliances, $1500. AJAX 3-bdrm, $1350. www.upscalerentals.ca More rentals available. 647-280- 4074 $1,300. PER MO.Rossland/ Thickson Whitby - Four bed- room house, double garage, basement not included. Pet restriction. References. $l,300 per mo. plus utilities. Avail. immediately. lst/last, Sherry or Tim Webster Sutton Group Heritage (905) 619-9500 BOWMANVILLE - upper level of 3 bedroom home, clean, on bus route, parking, fenced yard. No pets/smoking. $1125 inclusive. First/last, referenc- es. Available March 1. Call 905-786-2413 KENDAL, BEAUTIFUL country bungalow, minutes to Oshawa ski club, spacious, open con- cept, available May 1st.. $1250+ hydro. (705)745–0730 http://kendalontario.tripod.com LARGE 3 BEDROOM house, private backyard, minutes to 401/Oshawa. Fridge, stove in- cluded. Washer/dryer negoti- able. Plenty parking. $1162+ utilities. April 30th. 905-725– 7610. NORTH OSHAWA lovely 3 bedroom semi, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, gas fireplace, 4 ap- pliances, fenced yard, close to schools. $1250/month+ utilities, no pets/smokers. 905-721-8607. PICKERING 3 PLUS ONE house, no pets/no smoking, close to schools, shopping. $l,100 plus utilities lst/lst. Available immediately. (905) 509–8095 PICKERING BEACH & BAYLY 3-bedroom 2-1/2 washrooms, familyroom w/fireplace, eat-in kitchen w/deck, garage. $1250/month + 1/2 utilities. March 1. 416-420–4925 Townhouses For Rent190 PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP 95 Crawforth St., Unit-85 Whitby, is accepting applications for 2 & 3-bdrm units for upcoming availability. Subject to mem- bership policy approval. Ap- plications available at Com- munity Centre Unit 85, 10am- 4pm.-Mon.-Thurs. ( On Friday, Sat & Sun pickup points are posted on Community Cen- tre's door between 10am- 7pm) SORRY, NO SUBSIDY AVAILABLE. CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. www.realstar.ca 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. www.realstar.ca TOWNHOUSE Taunton/Sim- coe, Available April 1st, 3- bedroom, 1-1/2 bathrooms, walkout to patio, outdoor pool, first/last, $880/month. (416)345–9180 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 Oshawa-ROSSLAND/SIMCOE clean room, share all facilites. Fully furnished comfortable room. Cooking facilities. No smoking/pets.Working quiet gentleman preferred. Near bus. $350+up, (905)728-4845. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Furnished room in Pickering, cable, light kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO. $180 bi- weekly. (905)420–4318. WHITBY Basement - 2 rooms & upper level 1 room avail. immediately. Suit female. Each $425/month inclusive. Call 905-665–6946 LARGE FURNISHED ROOM in north Oshawa, laundry fac, c/ air, close to Oshawa Durham College. Female student or working person preferred. Available March 1st. 905-725– 1067 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY Pickering, 2 rooms in townhouse, $350 each. Bus at front door. 5 min. to hwy, mall and Go, respon- sible males/females wel- come. Call Alexis or Jon at (905)420–1962 or email at lex_cheetah@hotmail.com NORTH EAST OSHAWA - 2 newly decorated fully fur- nished rooms. Use of kitchen, den, laundry and bathroom. Prefer clean working persons. Non smokers. $100 each weekly. lst/last week required. Available March 6th. Call (905) 728-0921 or (905) 922- 4406. ROOM FOR RENT,South Ajax, large clean home. Non- smoker, prefer Monday-Fri- day border, seasonal accom- modations available. Call cell (416)801-5456. SOUTH OSHAWA bedroom w/ 2pce ensuite, share rest of house, access to yard, park- ing, laundry. Non-smoker. Available anytime $450/ month. Suit single female. 905-720-2864 Shared Accommodation194 AJAX, 4-BEDROOM HOME to share with 1 other, newly fur- nished. Prefer single female or student. Private bathroom, cable, available immediately. $475/month inclusive, on bus route. No smoking/pets. 905- 686–8385. AT THICKSON/ROSSLAND- PRIVATE bedroom, female preferred, spotless bungalow, kitchen, laundry, cable, inter- net, telephone, large back- yard, gazebo, must see. $450. 905-571-1811 BROOKLIN - Looking for per- son to share fully-furnished home-like castle. Use of weight room, laundry, parking, air, jacuzzi. Privacy. Available March 1st. Male/Female. 905- 655-5446 COUNTRY SETTING Northeast Oshawa, clean extra large bedroom, shared kitchen and basement apt., non-smoker/ drinker. Available immediate- ly, children welcome. Rea- sonable. Joan (416)716–2778 days only. IMMEDIATELY, One room, parking, Adelaide & Harmony, $425/month, first/last. Call 905-243-4287 NEW 2-BDRM TOWNHOUSE, South Oshawa to share. $580/ month. First/last. Available immediately. No smoking, no pets. Working person pre- ferred. 905-767–4196 PICKERING - FINCH and Fair- port. Furnished room in home, full use of house. Available immediately. $475. mo. (416) 677-6608. PICKERING, LIVERPOOL South, furnished 4-bedroom, 2 livingrooms, 1-1/2 baths, gas fireplace, hot-tub, pool, cable, utilities, internet, more. Seek- ing 2 persons $475/each or 1- negotiable price. First/last/ref- erences. (905)420–1276, venturevending@rogers.com WHITBY - McQuay/Bonacord, beautiful townhouse to share, private bath, livingroom, ca- ble, utilities, parking, laundry, backyard, a/c, no pets/no smoking, first/last/references. $550/mo. 905-665–8784 Vacation Properties200 19 ACRE, WATERFRONT re- treat centre/children's camp accommodates 100 persons. Lake Simcoe near Hawkes- tone. Available June - Sep- tember. Rob Heming 1-705- 361-9283 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. From March 22/on . Canadian Owner (727)538-2123 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 1999 SKI-DOO TOURING LE 440. Reverse electric start, hand warmers, 3,300km, Ask- ing $3,800 Call 905-436-5054 Articles For Sale310 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. 20" SONY COLOUR TV and matching Sony stand. Price $300. firm. Call 905-725-0858 or 905-439-7232, ask for John 7 PC DININGROOM SET,pe- can finish, rocking chair and lamp, $1200 obo. Call 905- 725–4505 A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271-4534. A-1 CARPETS & HARDWOOD SALE - 20 oz. Commercial carpet, installed with pad $285 (30 yds.). Berber carpet in- stalled with pad from $375 (30 yds.). Special Buy - 40 oz. Nylon carpet, neutral colours $10.50 yd./$1.16 sq. ft. Hard- wood flooring 3/4" thick from $4.95 sq. ft. Other great deals available. Free shop at home service. Durham to Northum- berland area. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS 905-242-3691 or 905- 373-2260. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 chip $60; PS2 Neo 2.5 $95; Applechip $200; X-Box chip $180. All work guar- anteed. Install while you wait. Beatrice/Wilson area. 905- 721–2365 MAPLE PEDESTAL +Chairs paid $1500 ask $500; girl's white 6pc. bedroom $375; child's maple bed, dresser + nightstand $350; fridge 3yrs $350; stove 3yrs $300; gas range 3yrs $350; apt. size washer 1yr. $350; washer $175; dryer $175. 905-260- 2200 PIANO/CLOCK SALE Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with 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! 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. ANTIQUE DINING room suite, claw footed table, 2 leaves, 4 chairs with hand embroidered cushions, china cabinet. Beautiful. Asking $l,900. (905) 668–8271 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 BOX TRAILER, ENCLOSED, 4x8x5'high, heavy duty, with steel ramp, lock, carpeted & dry. $950; 4x8 panel saw $1,050. 905-439-1042 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. 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. COMPUTERS: Bits and Bytes Computer Services, Complete Systems Internet Ready: P200-$185; P2/350-$275; P3/ 500-$435; P2/233 Toshiba Laptop-$399. New CD-RW in- stalled for $85 w/system pur- chase. Computer accessories avail. 90-day Warranty on Re- furished Systems, Layaway Plan avail. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes. DINING ROOM SET buffet hutch table with leaf & six up- holdered chairs $1500. 905- 430–2891 DINING ROOM SET,antique, mahogany finish, 6 ft. table, 6 chairs, glass cabinet, im- maculate, $3,500. Westhill (416) 282–1497 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. KING SIZE BEDSPREAD, bed skirt and two pillow shams. Moss green, suitable for tradi- tional bedroom. 905-697-9462 (snp) MAKE AN OFFER - Good quality carpet, gently-used, 2- rose in colour, 1-egg shell in colour. Call for info. 905-723– 9458 MOVING - FRIDGE, STOVE, washer, dryer, freezer, air conditioner, coffee/end table above ground pool com- plete(905) 721–8009 MOVING SALE - MUST SELL. Refrigerator with ice/water, microwave, Ronco rotisserie, 7 pc. patio set, many more items. Whitby (905) 576–0002 MOVING SALE!Chesterfield w/table $300; chesterfield, chair, table $650; single bed- room $400; large livingroom cabinet, 9' long, $1500. Call 905-509-2168 MY SECRETS OF ANTIQUES. We sell quality second hand clothing, toys, china, books, crystal, collectiables, furniture & more. 14 Ontario St., Osha- wa. 905-436–3337 NEW COMPUTERS -For sale $450, visit www.jjcs.ca or call Jason 905-619–0058. PALLISTER QUEEN WALL bed with drawers, mirrors and lights. 3 yr. old, excellent condition. Asking $675. (905) 424-2221 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 chip $60; PS2 chip $95- $200; XBOX chip $200. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our new/used games. Call East of Whitby (905)924- 2097 or West of Whitby (905)420-8829 POOL ROOM CLOSING snooker tables 8-ball tables cash registers music equip. plus much more 905-725– 3243 RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SATELLITE STUFF,check out what's new in the junkyard. visit : www.dssjunk.com SNOWBLOWERS - 2 Crafts- man 5 hp. & 10 hp. EWC elec- tric start, chains. $300 & $800. 905-721-1570. SOFA BED, rust $150; love seat, rust $100; recliner, medium brown, $90; 2 man Buck saws, $45 each. 905- 373-6082. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. TICKETS FOR SALE - Toronto Maple Leafs, Raptors, Bon Jovi and other concerts. Will Buy & Sell. 905-626–5568. FIBREGLASS TRUCK CAP, custom-made, came off 1987 Ford F150. Grey tinted, wind- ows sliding side & back. Ex- cellent shape. $500. obo. 705- 328-0402 after 6 p.m. Can be seen in Bowmanville. WASHER & DRYER,excellent condition. $350. obo. 905-721- 0498. DININGROOM FURNITURE - buffet, hutch, table w/4 chairs, dark wood $350; kitchen table w/5 chairs, light wood $125. (416)831–3341. WEDDING GOWN,never worn, Riche designer, 3pc. raw silk, ivory strapless bo- dice, beading, skirt moderate length train, Size 3-10 adjust- able, $700. 905-579–3264 Articles Wanted315 WANTED - 1989 XJS Jaguar headlights. 905-985-1991 Vendors Wanted316 5TH ANNUAL Garden & Landscape Show. Children's Arena Oshawa, April 11th 12th, 13th, Vendor space available. Call Sharon Dick- son 905-579-4400 ext. 2285 to reserve your booth. Spon- sored by Oshawa Whitby This Week VENDORS NEEDED - The Oshawa This Week Home Show March 28 - March 30. New promotion, new format. Call Devon 905-579-4400 ext. 2236. Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. AAA-LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for acreage to cut. and landclearing work. 905- 427–1734 TV, Sound Systems360 T.V. & H.V.T.V.sales and service +++ Satellites instilla- tion and repairs available. Call Mike (416)888-0978 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 PUPPIES-Poodles , Husky X, Shepherd X, Lab X; Yellow Lab, Shi-tzu, Border Collies, Rottweilers, Dobermans, Jack Russell, Cockapoos. Am Es- kimos, 905-831-2145. IN-HOME DOG TRAINING - all phases of obedience and protection. Over 25 yrs. exp. Please call for an appt. 416- 399-0677. LABS,purebred. 2 Black, 2 yellow, males only. 6 wks, ready to go. Home raised for pets. $300. 705-324-9050. SHI - TZU 6 weeks old pup- pies, dewormed and lst shots, males and females. $450. call (905) 839–3932 Cars For Sale400 10 2002 SUNFIRE SLXs! $13,100 or $311/mo./60 mos w/$0 down!! All colours avail- able, 4DR, aluminum wheels, air, tilt, CD, rear spoiler, rem- ote entry. 1-2 yr warranty re- maining, low kms. Call Jeff Burt 905-718-4876 1975 CHRYSLER NEWPORT, 2 dr.hdtp, 400 auto, new dual exhaust, strong runner, needs work, no rust, $1000. 1-705- 328-2212. 1975 OLDSMOBILE TORNA- DO 455 engine & front drive trany only. New top end, low miles, can hear running $1000. obo. 1-705-328-2212. 1986 HONDA ACCORD EXI 4-door, 4-cyl, auto, p/s,p/b, p/w, p/locks, p/moonroof, am/ fm stereo-cassette, e-tested, mechanically A1, excellent condition, must sell, $1350; 1992 PONTIAC LEMANS 4- door, 4-cyl, auto, p/s, p/b, air, am-fm stereo-cassette, me- chanically A1, no rust, must sell, $650. 905-404-8541. 1988 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4-door, runs well, $1000-obo also 1978 MERCURY ZEPH- YR, 6-cyl, 40,000km., mint condition, mech A1. $6,000. 905-987–3199 1989 CHEV Z24 CAVALIER, mint condition, needs engine. (905)436-6313 leave msg.snp 1990 PONTIAC TEMPEST, 220K, (twin to Chev Corsica) loaded, safety and emissions, good shape, asking $2150. 905-404–8695 1990 PONTIAC 6000 LE, 230kms, certified, e-tested + passed Dec./02, asking $1995. Good working condi- tion. Call 905-430-6016 after 5pm 1990 PONTIAC TRANSPORT 7 seater, $2,999., 1993 Cava- lier $2,699., 1989 Cutlass Su- preme $2,499., cars from $l,699 certified and e-tested. (Kelly and Sons since 1976) (905) 683–7301 or (905) 424- 9002 after 6 p.m. 1991 EAGLE TALON,5 spd. standard, black, CD player, as is or certified, best offer. 905- 434-0392. 1991 GRAND PRIX LE, 65,000kms on new motor, re- cent brakes, highway driven, $800 obo as is. Call (905)720– 3831. 1992 GEO METRO, 4-door, 4- cylinder, 5-speed manual transmission. Runs well. Me- chanically in A-1 shape. A gas miser. All general upkeep done to date. $2,000 obo. 905- 665-7684 1992 LINCOLN LIMOUSINE MUST SEE! White, blue leath- er, loaded, mint, new fiber optics lighting/carpet, tires, exhaust, much more. 90,000km. 905-665-9551 $20,500 o.b.o. 1993 DODGE SPIRIT, 4DR, V6 auto, air, cruise, pw/pl, no rust, original paint $3,000. 1989 Cav. Z24 V6, auto, 2DR, $2,600. 1996 Silverado reg cab/box centre console, pl/pw air, cruise, hunter green, tan interior, $11,500. All e-tested + certified. Dealer. 905-426- 8922 1996 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 98,000 km, fully loaded. $10,000 obo. 905-853-4569. 1997 BONNEVILLE SE,leath- er, loaded, $7,997; 1995 Cara- van, 7 passenger ^v, auto, $3,995; 1993 Cavalier RS, V6 auto, 120k, $4,495; all prices, certified+e-tested, Call Gary 905-436-2239 1998 DODGE NEON,4dr, auto, a/c, forest green, certi- fied, e-tested. $8,249. Call 905-579-8507.snp 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. NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-666 6 • Oshawa – 905-427-282 8 • Toronto – 416-289-367 3 • Fax – 905-839-600 8 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 SAM SOLOMON IS ON SITE BANKRUPT NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT • DISCHARGED • UNDISCHARGED DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2003 OR USED 90 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE OR (DIRECT) SAM SOLOMON 1-800-296-7107 1-866-839-2277 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 Sick o f RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office 905-432-7200 Ability R. E. Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 AJAX 2 Bed. Basement Apt. Laundry, parking, close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 THINKING OF RELOCATING? our busy West End To r onto dental office requires a Full time Assistant & Hygentist to add to our great team. If this could be you, please fax resume to: (416) 766-3502 TRAVEL CANADA/USA Fast growing adver- tising company is ex- panding to the us and Europe We need to replace people go- ing abroad. NOW!!!! Call Sheila (905) 576-5523 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ Order Takers Required $17.50 per hr. avg. Plus bonuses & trips Full training provided Call Dave for an interview 905-435-0280 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Our successful, professional landscaping business is growing and we require a... LANDSCAPE FOREMAN Permanent, Full-time At Birk's, we understand that good people are the key to our success. We are looking for a skilled, experienced Landscaping Foreman to join us now as we plan for this upcoming season and beyond. The successful candidate will possess these competencies: •Strong team supervision skills •Excellent customer relation skills •Working knowledge of precast products •Thorough understanding of planting materials We offer an excellent compensation package and a positive working environment. If you would like to join a successful organization where you will be valued and respected as part of the team, please forward your complete resume to or contact: Peter at Birk's Landscaping Telephone (905)404–0602 Fax 1-888-733-1133 BOOKKEEPER A Pickering Engineering and Property Management Co. requires an enthusiastic, self- motivated, well groomed individual with excellent communication, organization, administrative and computer skills. Must have a strong accounting background. This position concentrates on accounting functions using Simply Accounting software. DUTIES INCLUDE: Invoicing, accounts receivable and collections, accounts payable, bank reconciliation as well as month end preparation. There will also be general office duties involved. Must have own transportation. If this position is of interest, please submit resume to the address below or fax to: 905-831-7401 DLA P.O. Box 221, Pickering, Ont. L1V 2R4 LEGAL SECRETARY required immediately for Walker Head, Pickering 5 yrs. recent personal injury litigation experience required Familiarity with MS Word. Competitive salary, medical benefits package Forward resume to: Michael Head Fax: (905) 420-1073 or email: mhead@walkerhead.com Volvo of Durham VOLVO 2 SALES & LEASING CONSULTANTS We Offe r : • High income potential • Strong management support • Aggressive advertising budget • Company benefits • Car allowance or company demo • Opportunity for advancement • Monthly spiffs & bonus We Require: • Self motivated • Good communication skills • Professional appearance • Automotive sales experience • Valid OMVIC Sales Lic. We Want To Tal k To You ! Call R o r y O’Connor or Pau l Fran 905-421-9515 Toll Free 1-866-504-4448 Fax: 905-421-9520 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 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. 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax 2 & 3 bed. apts starting at $978. per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 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 RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental O ffice: M on. - Fri. after 10:30 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca 510 General Help 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 316 Vendors 316 Vendors 160 Business Opportunities 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 400 Cars For Sale JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1986 BRONCO,beautiful truck, 302 automatic, free-wheeling hubs, full load, CD, tint, remote start, perfect body. Good interior. $5300 e-tested/certified. Call (905)434–5249. 1989 CHEV S10 WITH CAP Only 175k must be sold by March 3rd. Good condition. Required head gasket repair best offer. 905-697–8061 1994 CHEV 1/2-ton V6 auto, 161K $5,500; 1994 Ford Ranger XLT, V6 auto, 81K $6,995; 1996 Ford Ranger, XL 4-cyl, 5-speed, high Kms $3,995; 1996 Ford F150 XL, V8-auto, 220k, $6,495; all prices, Cert+e-tested. Call Gary 905-436-2239 or cell 905- 431-2158. 1999 FORD F150 XLT,pick- up, 4 dr. 4X4, short box, ex- tended cab, V8, 4.6L, fully loaded, bucket seats, 6 CD changer, tonneau cover, run- ning boards, 111K, $21,500. (905) 655-7661 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 69,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass tonneau, box liner, etc. $19,999. Call (905)404–8242 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1986 ASTRO VAN, 6 cyl., 5 speed, very rare, only 4 in Ca- nada, custom red/wood interi- or, $4,000 OBO. Call Dustin, 905-344-7747. 1998 ASTRO VAN,loaded, running boards, roof rack, trailer hitch, yearly rus- tproofed, excellent condition, one owner, cert. e-tested, $ll,000. Telephone (905) 436– 3286 2001 FORD EXPLORER XL, 4 dr, 4X4, fully loaded, excellent condition, 67K, $21,500. (905) 655-7661. Auto Parts & Repairs440 WANTED - 1989 XJS Jaguar headlights. 905-985-1991 Announcements255 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 F.C.S.LIVE-IN NANNIES from Overseas. No Agency Fees. Chosen to suit your needs. 905-885-8459. LIVE-IN CAREGIVER for 3 boys, some housekeeping & meal preparation. Pickering location. Evenings & some wknd hours. 905-426-8348 LIVE-OUT NANNY req'd for 2 children (ages 2 & 4). Picker- ing. Must be flexible with hours. Call 9:30am-11am or 4- 6pm. 905-837–1327 RITCHIE & WESTNEY full time nanny required for 5 children ages 7 months-11 years. Live in/out. Please call 905-428– 0132 Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAY- CARE non-smoking, reliable/ experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Play- room/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / King- ston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839– 7237 LOVING MOTHER,ECE De- gree, 14 yrs. experience, of- fering home daycare for chidlren 2+ yrs. of age.. Lots of fun, educational. Servicing Lester B. Pearson & Alexan- der G. Bell. Lunch, snacks, receips. Andrea 905-619-3138 NOW OPEN,School-time Daycare. Limited spaces available in our highly recom- mended program. In Ajax across from Costco. Call Mrs. Macdonell at (905) 428–8847 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. HUGS HOME DAYCARE CPR/ RedCross, walking distance Applecroft P.S., backing onto a park, non-smoker. Peace of mind in well structured, safe home. 905-427–2941 WHITES/FINCH - Daycare available, my home. 16 yrs. experience. one year & up. First-Aid, CPR, non-smoking. Receipts/references. 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Call now: 905-576-3505 House Cleaning556 HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable, ex- perienced person with flexible hours. Reasonable rates. Call 905-434-9767. Home Improvements700 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Appliance Repairs750 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,2003 Passion Paradise,2003 Passion Paradise,2003 Passion Paradise,2003 Passion Paradise 100% Discreet Call Nikki (905)426-5087 Welcome to paradise with a companion full of passion. OPEN LATE Selectively hiring 18+ HOT TUB REPAIRS Professional Quality also reconditioned pumps & motors for sale Dwayne 905-428-9767 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, anywhere, anytime. Commercial or residential. Packaging, storage and boxes available. Senior & mid month discounts. Free estimates. 905-571-0755 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service. 905-428-0081 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative Finishes & General Repairs 20% off for Seniors (905)404-9669 Yellow & Green Contracting Repair Carpentry, Complete Renovations, Custom Installations & Electrica l (416)410-4536 1-866-410-4536 SIMPCO IMPROVEMENTS Specializing in a variety of home improvements and maintenance services. (905) 426-9383 or (905) 442-3742 HOUSECLEANING Supplies & equipment provided. Weekly/Bi-Weekly call for a free estimate Debbie (905)619–2176 CLEANING PERSON AVA ILABLE Experienced Reliable References Homes or Offices For more info call (905) 668-8340 (289) 314-0976 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential and Commercial. Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" HELEN'S HOME SERVICE Serving Pickering and Ajax for 14 years. If you have a problem finding the time to clean your home, for professional services call HELEN'S HOME SERVICES Fully Insured (905) 837-0624 NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad!You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer ser- vice representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. ☎☎☎☎☎ Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P PAMPERED! LUXURIOUS! 1994 Buick LeSABRE Forest Green, Natural Leather Seats, 3800 V6, Loaded, Just Traded In. Certified, Clean air STK.#A9968A Key #B82 4121 KINGSTON ROAD SCARBOROUGH 416-284-1631 TOLL FREE: 1-866-877-0859 Sale Priced $ 8,375 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering 1-866-340-5559 ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 AUCTION SALE Bailiff's Re-Scheduled Liquidation of Tanning & Esthetic Salon Articles, Plus Collectables & Household Effects SUNDAY MARCH 2ND, 10:00 A.M. (Viewing 9:00) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens, Take 115/35 Hwy., 5 km. North of 401 to Main St. Orono & Follow Signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction will start with misc. articles at 10:00 fol- lowed approx. 10:30 by Liquidation of Salon arti- cles. Partial list includes Sunstar Tanning Bed ZX30, Pedicure chair/foot bath, hydraulic massage table, waxing supplies, facial steamer, pedicure table & chairs, working trolly tables, footbath, heaters, storage rack & glass display shelves, sterilizer, computer system, desk, file cabinet, Neon tanning sign, mirrors, approx. 30 new bath- ing suits, plus many more supplies & equipment, towels etc., you'd find in a "Salon". Stacking washer & dryer (like new), sale of salon articles subject to bailiff's conditions as announced at sale time. Following Liquidation, Auction features Household contents from a local home, misc. furniture, collectables, glass, china. Something for one & all. Terms Cash, Visa, M/C & Interac, Cheque w/ID. *MacGregor Auctions apologizes for any inconvenience at our last sale with the cancellation of Salon articles by the Bailiff due to weather conditions & the early start of general articles. Call For All Your Auction Needs MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 (Sale Day Only 905-718-6602) AUCTION SALE PETHICK AND STEPHENSON AUCTION BARN 2398 CON. RD. HAYDON, ON SAT. MARCH 1, @ 5:30 OPEN AT 4. Bedroom furn., Quilt rack, China Cabinets, Child's rocker, Good glassware, and china, Antique Metal Horse, LP's the Beatles 92), Lucille Ball (1), Coke cool- ers, Steel Studs, Security gates, Furnace Duct work (new). A wide variety of items.Terms: Cash, Interac, M/C, Visa. Auctioneer: Don Stephenson, 905-263-4402 ~ 1-866-357-5335 AUCTION, Thursday, Feb. 27th - 5:00PM at WARN- ER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne.Selling house hold articles, some hand tools, dishes, glass, collectibles, etc. Partial list consists of two 30" stoves, auto washer, colour TV, two complete bedroom suites with mattress sets, brand new sofa bed with matching chair, wall unit, good used sofa, coffee & end table, table and chair sets, occasional chairs, nearly new $500. men's bike, exercise equipment, dressers & chests of drawers, quantity hand tools, small jointer, old arc welder, quantity lawn & garden tools, drop front desk, nearly new mi- crowave, large quantity small house hold articles, some col- lectibles, 2 good single beds, dishes, pictures, lamps, plus countless miscellaneous articles. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Feb. 28th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 The contents of a Toronto Home plus others - 9 pc dining room set, leather chesterfield & chair, 6pc & 3pc modern bedroom suites, walnut buf- fet, marble top coffee & end tables, glass top kitchen table & chairs, lawn jockey, parlour set- tees, 2 door wardrobe, flat back cupboard, 2 board top harvest table, refinished bonnet chest, 3 piece Krug maple bedroom set, 3 kids press- back chairs, coffee & end tables, chesterfields & chairs, modern wardrobes, Royal Doulton figur- ines, 30" stove, 2 door fridges, lg wooden trunk, kitchen table & chairs, floor lamps, crocks, 4x8 trailer, 1994 ZR 700 Artic Cat snowmobile, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705)786-2183 ESTATE AUCTION, Saturday, March 1st - 10:00AM at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne,for the estate of the late Mr. & Mrs. Anderson of Smithfield plus liquidation of large number Persian rugs all hand knotted in various sizes, some antiques & collectibles. Partial list in- cludes: excellent solid maple table with 6 arrow back chairs, old trunk, nearly new wringer washer only used ∏dozen times & paid over $900 - new, antique 3 drawer oak chest, antique walnut dresser & vanity, waterfall dresser & matching chest, antique bed, modern wood kitchen table & chair set, old radio in working condition, cabinet model sewing machine, portable colour TV, good used sofa & chair plus recliner, excellent floor model TV, 1950's style kitchen cabinet with glass doors, se- lection dishes & glassware, some collectibles, assorted cups & saucers, quantity of pots, pans, small kitchen appliances, some lawn & garden tools, alum. ladder, small tables plus countless miscellaneous articles, collectibles, etc. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com SAT. MAR. 1st - 10 a.m. Large sale of new “H IG H END” FURNITURE in oak & cherry finish, incl. leather sofas, dining room & bedroom stes., wrought iron coffee & end t ables, & decorator items from a store closeout @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. Durham 23 (Lakeridge Rd.) N to Davis Dr. & W 2 km. or Hwy. 404 N to Davis Dr. (Newmarket) & E 24 km. Preview: 8 a.m. Sale Day Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, In terac or approved cheque . GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 or 800-654-4647 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com POLICE AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE, NEWTONVILLE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH - 6 P.M. Selling the contents from a Bowmanville home and bicycles and personal property from Dur- ham Regional Police. Table and chairs, kitchen cabinet, lane cedar chest, recliners, occ. tables, end table,s rocking chairs, motorized 3 wheel cart, televisions, dvd players, telephones, in- ternal cd writer, tools, lawn ornaments, bikes - assortment - free style, racing, speed, etc. chi- na, crystal, large collection of cups and saucers, Shelley, Aynsley, Paragon, carpets, prints, washer and dryer, lawn boy lawn mower, 4 boxes vinyl siding etc. etc. Preview after 2 p.m. Check out the web site for updates. Terms: Cash or good cheque, visa, m/c, interac. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Estate Specialists since 1971' Robert Gosse Auctioneer Holiday Inn - Oshawa 1011 Bloor St. E. Oshawa (From 401, exit HarmonyRd./Bloor St. east of Harmony) Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, Interac -Subject to additions & deletions -Ten percent buyer’s premium -Delivery Service available NO ADMISSION FEES BIG SCREEN EXTRAVAGANZA! SELLING BY PUBLIC AUCTION television sets from 13”-61” including Hitachi Projection and Wide Screen TVs, DVD players, surround sound home theater systems, Kenwood home stereo systems, portable CD players, cordless phones with caller ID & more, microwaves in various sizes, home mini-systems, top quality stainless steel pot sets, all types of VCRs, 2.4 Gig phones, HDTV High definition projection TVs, convection ovens, small kitchen appliances and much, much more. Also offering a wide variety of Persian and decorative carpets. This is only a partial list of over 600 pieces to be offered to the highest bidder by public auction. ALL ELECTRONICS COME WITH WARRANTY PUBLIC AUCTION OF HOME ELECTRONICS (Preview from 5:30pm) Fri. Feb. 28th - 6:30 pm OSHAWA KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Selling Antiques, Collectables, Estate Contents, Furniture, Glassware & China THURS. FEB. 27th, 6:30 P.M Start NEW PREVIEW TIME - 4:00 P.M. ✩★ ✩★ ✩★ ✩★ ✩★ ✩★ ANTIQUES AND FURNITURE:Sheridan mah. server, Knechtel oak table 3 leafs, matching 6 chairs, duncan phyfe mah. buffet, oak sideboard, Cabrio- let legs with mirror back, Queen Ann knechtel oak china cabinet and buffet, walnut smoke stand, french games table with 2 leafs, solid cherry apt. size diningroom suite, matching walnut dresser & vanity with 3-way mirror, mah. 8pc. diningroom suite, walnut washstand with harp, Canadiana dress- er, telephone table, blanket box, assortment of older coffee & end tables, rocker, french style quality sofa & matching chair, parlour table, quality used bedroom & diningroom furn...too many items to list. ESTATE FROM TORONTO BEACHES AUCTION SPECIAL INTERESTS: Lots of lamps, mirrors, coin collection, new grandfa- ther clocks, autograph pictures, hockey tickets to Toronto Maple Leafs, balance of container of 18th Cent. style furniture, fine furniture, many new items. ART AND OIL PAINTING:Trisha Romance, Group of 7 Limited Edition quali- ty framed from Casson, Thompson, Carmichaels, Harris, some first time of- fered in this series, many other Canadian artists Limited Edition, some first time offered, a great selection of professional painted new & old oil on can- vas, watercolours etc. GLASSWARE AND CHINA - Collection of Wades, Royal Doulton discontinued figurines, Sworski crystal collection, Carlton ware, depression glass, old cups & saucers, English & German china, milk glass, Bohemian crystal, nu- merous items, lots of old & new decorated china arriving daily. There will be over 50 lots in this category. AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be a great sale offering of over 350 lots. Please be sure to attend. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:Visa, Mastercard, Amex, debit card. No registra- tion fee. 10% buyers premium. Delivery available. For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda-Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) at (905) 683-0041 WEDNESDAY, March 5th: 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for Whitby home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:9pc Imperial Loyalist dining room suite, hutch, pine tressle table with chairs, chesterfield and chair, single bed, student desk, 1960 Barbies and Barbie case (Ex), ant. AM doll, birdseye maple doll bed, prints, lamps, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting items. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions presents BOOK YOUR BOOTH TODAY ! Special Newspaper Section: Friday May 09, 200 3 Tel: (905) 576-9335 or (905) 683-0707 Fax: (905) 579-4218 e-mail: classifieds@durhamregion.com Wednesday, May 14, 2003 Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa Open to public from 1pm till 8pm MAKE A “HEALTHY” CAREER CHOICE! FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING PREQUALIFICATION SUBMISSION DESIGN, BUILD AND LEASE BACK - OFFICE BUILDING Ontario Power Generation Inc. invites interested parties to submit qualifications to design, build, and lease back an office building of approximate- ly 115,000 square feet for a twenty year term. Site Location: 9.5 acre parcel of land located at the southeast corner of Brock Road and Clements Road in the City of Pickering. Building construction to be completed for the Fall of 2004. Interested parties are requested to contact Debbie Cowan Ontario Power Generation Inc. 800 Kipling Avenue, KD200 To ronto, Ontario M8Z 5S4 Email: debbie.cowan@opg.com Phone: 416) 231-4111 ext. 5567 Fax: (416)207-6466 Submissions of qualifications must be received by March 14, 2003. Companies chosen to com- pete for this work will be issued a Request for Proposal detailing the building specifications. 260 Tenders 260 Tenders FREE Quit Smoking Group for Women Tuesday March 4 - April 8, 2003 7:00 - 8:30 pm Whitby Mall Registration is required. Call Durham Region Health Department (905) 723-8521 ext. 2125 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2125 269 Support Groups 269 Support Groups ✞COME & WORSHIP ✞ Is a regular Friday feature in the News Advertiser. (Copy deadline is Wednesday noon for the Friday paper.) To advertise all your Church Events, News and Upcoming Special Services. Call Janice Samoyloff at 905-683–0707. Or fax your information to 905-579-4218 or Email to: jsam@durhamregion.com 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship CANDO RENOVATIONS I NC. METRO LICENCE B2195 Quality Renovations Since 1975 Serving Durham & GTA Also Making Homes Accessible 905-686-5211 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 405 Cars Wanted 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 273 Daycare Available 556 House Cleaning 715 Moving and Storage Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, 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 GILRAY, James -A.F. and A.M. Crawfurds- burn Lodge. Passed away with the loving sup- port and comfort of his family on February 22, 2003 at the Ajax and Pickering Health Centre. Jim at the age of 72. Beloved hus- band of the late Jean. Loving father of James Jr., Linda and her husband Frank Par- nell, Christine and her husband John Ander- son. Dear grandfather of Mark and his wife Lorna, and Jennifer and her fiance Ron. Sur- vived by sisters Agnes and Evelyn. All family and friends are welcome to attend a grave- side gathering to be held on Saturday, March 1, 2003 at 11 am at Pine Ridge Memorial Gar- dens (Church St. N. and Taunton Road, Ajax). A reception to follow. Arrangements en- trusted to MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 905-428-8488. STONES, Harold.With great sadness, the Stones family announces their loss. Harold, was in his 70th year, passing away on Febru- ary 22, 2003, at the Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa. A wonderful grandfather, a great father and above all the best friend of wife, June. He gave life his all. He fought hard with courage and dignity not to leave us. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Goodbye. We love you dearly. A pri- vate family funeral will take place on Wed- nesday, February 23, 2003. However, please join the family in a service to celebrate and remember Harold's life, on Saturday, March 1, 2003, at 2:00 p.m., in St. Peter's Anglican Church (1175 Cedar St., Oshawa). In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Peter's Church or the Kidney Foundation would be greatly ap- preciated, or please donate blood in Harold's name. Arrangements entrusted to MCEACH- NIE FUNERAL HOME, 905-428–8488 TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Toronto’s most read Saturday & Sunday papers just 99¢ a week (includes GST) plus new Metropolis – dedicated to life in the heart of the city, in your Sunday Star. That's 60% off the regular Home Delivery Rate. Enjoy 26 weeks of convenient home delivery of both the Saturday and Sunday Star for one Incredible low price. 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After the third quar- ter, St. Mary was in front by a whopping 39 points (65-26). St. Mary coach Mike Gor- densky noted the loss to Pine Ridge Feb. 14 seemed to light a fire under his players. “It was the best thing that could have happened to us. They were calling our house their home last game and be- fore this game. We had to step up and protect our house, which is what we did in a big way,” he said. “We played the best team game we’ve played all year. Right from the get-go our team defence kept them down in the first quarter. That was our game plan.” David Ferdinand led the Monarchs with 17 points. Syd- ney Bookal chipped in with 16, Mark Guiam and Nathan Thomas each had 15. Anthony Burton led the Pumas with 17 points. Marcus Soumah had 14. The Monarchs advanced to the semifinals after trouncing the Eastdale Collegiate Eagles of Oshawa 84-36 at St. Mary last Thursday. 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