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AUG. 4th City Leisure Registration for Fall programs by phone commences Aug. 5th. 905.420.4749 cityofpickering.com DOUBLE DUTY Dealing with school and work Feature, 15 CANADIAN IDOL To ya re aches for the top Entertainment, 20 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 47,600 ✦ 28 PAGES ✦ FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Woman shocked to find dirty syringes on shore BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — It ruined what otherwise would have been a wonderful evening on Pickering’s waterfront. Tracey Jeffrey was strolling along the west shore recently with her husband Steve and their dog, when she spotted two dirty needles floating in French- man’s Bay. “My feet were sore so I took my shoes off and started walking in the water,” she explained. “I found the first needle. I didn’t want to leave it for a child so I picked it up with my dog bag.” “I thought at first it was just a coincidence but then we looked around and found another one, a larger needle without a cap,” she added. The needles, a tuberculin sy- ringe approximately three-quar- ters of an inch long and an intra- muscular syringe about three inches long, were found not far from where their walk began at the bottom of West Shore Boule- vard, said Ms. Jeffrey. A third-year nursing student at Centennial College, she took the needles home and disposed of them herself. Ms. Jeffrey re- ported the find to the police and Needles on the beach Safety first Council lights up Rougemount Drive BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — Brighter is better than beautiful when it comes to lighting Rougemount Drive, say City officials. Pickering council has decided to add $13,600 in lighting up- grades to the road’s facelift this fall. But it was the style of the new lighting heads, which stirred up debate at Monday night’s committee of the whole meeting. Veridian Connections and the City’s engineering department both recommended replacing the current lighting heads with a flat lens cobra style head. ✦See City page 5 Hockey day on Kirkwood Lane PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG – RamAug1pg1,5i Mansour robs Michael Alfano who tries to backhand the ball past the goaltender. They were playing pick-up road hockey on Kirk- wood Lane. It was a scorching hot day, but just goes to prove that hockey is Canada’s game. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo ✦See Pickering page 5 Rape defence classes this month DDUURRHHAAMM -Women can learn how to defend themselves against an at- tacker this month. The Rape Aggression Defence (RAD) System is being offered Sat- urday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Aug 17 at the McLean Community Centre, 95 Magill Dr. in Ajax. The session features Durham Re- g ional Police officer Kim Dunn, who is a certified RAD system in- structor. The RAD System is a compre- hensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defence training. It is dedicated to teaching women defensive concepts and A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 50 SECOND TIME AROUND THRIFT STORE Kingston Rd.Hwy. 2 Hwy. 401Sheppard Ave. 91 Rylander Blvd. Village of Abbey Lane VILLAGE OF ABBEY LANE (PORT UNION & 401) 416-283-1882 Your support of this store benefits children with chronic and serious illnesses and their families. % OFF • JEANS • SHORTS • TEES AND MORE ALL CLOTHING GREAT BACK TO SCHOOL BARGAINS 2 DAYS ONLY FRIDAY AUGUST 1ST SATURDAY AUGUST 2ND Summer’s Finally Here LAWN-BOY® Pickering Marine 905-837-0653 1644 Bayly St. West of Brock Rd Sale For Sales & Service Call Sales & Service for 31 Years! CORRECTION NOTICE On page 15 of our July 25 – August 1 flyer, an error occurred.The HP ZE4420 Notebook, SKU 10031269 was incorrectly advertised with an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) port and an infrared port. On page 12/13 of our August 1 – August 7 flyer, an error occurred. The headline, Free Same Day Installation with Purchase of Any Car Deck was advertised without indicating that this offer is valid with car decks over $195. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers. SAT., AUG. 2, 1-4 P.M. 66 FALBY CRT., AJAX UNIT 102 (MLS #300982) No More Waiting for the Elevators! Spacious 2+1 ground floor corner unit with walkout to covered, south east exposure patio. Fresh and clean with newer carpet thruout, ceramics, parquet, ensuite laundry & locker, 5 appls. $147,900. Photos at www.miltandkimberlee.com or email me at kschaumburg@trebnet.com KimberLee Schaumburg* 905-831-2273 Case Realty Ground F l o o r Apartm e n t Here’s what’s open and closed on Monday DDUURRHHAAMM — Following is a list of what’s open and closed on the Civic Holiday, Monday, Aug. 4. SSUUPPEERRMMAARRKKEETTSS: Some are open and some closed. Check with the outlet you normally shop at to see if it’s open. RREETTAAIILL::Retail outlets will be open. BBEEEERR// LLIIQQUUOORR: Beer and liquor outlets will be open. VVAARRIIEETTYY SSTTOORREESS::Most are open, many around the clock. BBAANNKKSS// TTRRUUSSTT CCOOMMPPAANNIIEESS:: Closed. (Check with your financial institution for hours of operation before Monday.) RREECCRREEAATTIIOONN::In Ajax, all in- door facilities will be closed, includ- ing the Ajax and McLean Commu- nity Centres. The outdoor pool, next to the Ajax Town Hall, and Paulynn Park on Ravenscroft Road will be open. Also shut are the Pick- ering Museum Village, the Picker- ing Recreation Complex and the pool at Dunbarton High School. LLIIBBRRAARRIIEESS::All public library branches in Ajax and Pickering will be shut. TTRRAANNSSIITT::Ajax Pickering Tran- sit Authority will operate on a Sat- urday service schedule. GO Transit will operate on a reduced schedule. Call GO for scheduling information at 416-869-3200. Check the Web site www.gotransit.com. GGAARRBBAAGGEE PPIICCKK--UUPP::There’s no garbage and Blue Box recyclables collection. GGOOVVEERRNNMMEENNTT::Ajax and Pick- ering Town halls closed. NNEEWWSS AADDVVEERRTTIISSEERR::Closed. techniques against various types of assaults by utilizing easy, effective and proven self-defence tactics. The RAD System of realis- tic defence provides a woman with the knowledge to make an educated decision about resistance and their ability to use it. There are only 14 spots available for this class, which is available to any female aged 13 years and up. Cost is $20, which includes a manual. Registration forms are available at the McLean Community Centre, Petti- coat Creek Community Cen- tre in Pickering, or by email at scopa4safety@sprint.ca. Help protect yourself www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P pickeringtowncentre.com Lisa from Ajax We are open! The mall will be open on Monday, August 4th from 10:00am - 6:00pm This Civic Holiday... Petticoat Creek, located on the Bluffs of Lake Ontario is the perfect place for a summer picnic, swim or hike. Enjoy the refreshing breeze off the lake and scenic views. The park is also equipped with a children’s playground. Open Daily until Sept. 1, 2003 (Open weekends only from Sept. 6-14) 1100 Whites Road, 1 km south of Hwy. 401 BEAT THE HEAT For more information call 416-667-6299 or visit our Web site at www.trcaparks.ca What could be more fun than swimming in a pool the size of a football field? at THE WALLPAPER CENTRE MON.-FRI. 9:30-9:00 SAT. 9:30-5:30 SUN. 12:00-4:00 1652 Bayly St. W. Pickering Just West of Brock Rd. 905 - 831-7747 BORDER BAZAAR A U G U S T OVER 300 IN-STOCK * BORDER PATTERNS plus BUY 1 GET 1 FREE WALPAPER SALE CONTINUES INCLUDING A LARGE SELECTION OF CURRENT TOP QUALITY LINES *WHILE SUPPLIES LAST * BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — A pair of drug busts in Oshawa and Ajax this week netted police $150,000 wor th of cocaine, some cash, pot and a semi-automatic pis- tol. A 22-year-old Ajax man faces 17 charges including traf- ficking after an undercover in- vestigation by Durham Re- gional Police drug squad offi- cers. Police said the suspect, who came to the unit’s attention in May, w as under surveillance when a deal was observed in an Ajax parking lot Tuesday. Officers then followed him home and arrested the man, who police said had five pounds of marijuana at the time. A subsequent search of his residence turned up another pound of pot, a nine-millime- tre handgun, ammunition, a butterfly knife, $34,420 cash and electronic scales with co- caine residue on them. Randihir Mohindra Ramkissoon, of Lake Drive- way, is charged with two counts each of trafficking in a controlled substance, posses- sion for the purpose of traffick- ing, possession of crime pro- ceeds, and numerous weapons charges including trafficking of a firearm and possession of a prohibited weapon. He was held in custody pending a bail hearing. In Oshawa, a search by the drug unit of a Pentland Av- enue home Wednesday led to 318 g rams of cocaine worth $63,000, and some pot. The investigation began after police received recent tips from the community about alleged drug activity at the residence. Two men were arrested as they left the home and a woman inside was taken into custody. Police seized the cocaine and weed worth more than $20,000, including 15 plants in the backyard, $8,861 in cash, scales and packaging material. Paul Young, 26, of Pentland Avenue, and Mark Stephen David, 25, and Helen Young, Ajax, Durham drug raids lead police to cash, cocaine, pot, pistol 21, both of Malaga Road are each charged with four counts of posses- sion for the purpose of trafficking, two counts of simple possession and one count of possession of property obtained by crime. Mr. Young and Mr. David are also charged with production of a con- trolled substance and possession of an automobile master key. Both men were held for bail hear- ings. Ms. Young was released with a court date. 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A test last week confirmed a positive result. “As a result of this latest positive test, the health department will be increasing West Nile virus surveillance activities in the area where this crow was found,” said Jacques Perreault, manager of environmental health with the Durham Region Health Department. “We’ll also continue to submit dead crows for testing...and encourage res- idents to call us if they find dead crows.” Since beginning West Nile surveillance in April, the health department has submit- ted 42 dead crows for testing; the three other positive birds were found in Black- stock and Clarington. To date, 75 crows have tested positive for West Nile in On- tario. The health department has received 5,300 calls from local residents about West Nile, and encourages people to call them at 1-800-841-8521. 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Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner said at the meeting he was in favour of the upgrade but thought resi- dents had said they wanted carriage-style lights along Rougemount. “The carriage lights are the most aesthetically pleasing but they aren’t as effective with the extensive tree canopy (along Rouge- mount),” said Richard Hol- born, head of engineering. “The flat lens style has a longer arm.” In making a case for the new lighting, Ward 1 City Councillor Dave Ryan pointed out the reconstruction of Rougemount Drive is $91,000 under budget due to an early tender. The new flat style lens would mean another $13,600 as compared to $92,500 for the carriage type lights. No com- mitment has ever been made to area residents to install the carriage lights, said Mr. Hol- born. “My understanding is they would like the carriage style,” he said. “But I know from Veridian and my own knowl- edge and experience, that the carriage style is not ade- quate.” Coun. Brenner asked if council could allow the pro- ject to move forward next month and the lighting issue dealt with later after consult- ing residents. Construction is expected to go into November. With the lights expected to take four to six weeks to order, the work is already scheduled close to the winter “freeze-up”, said chief administrative officer Tom Quinn. “You have to tell us what head you want now,” he said. The flat lens style was sug- gested strictly for safety, “not to make it ugly” along Rouge- mont Drive, Coun. Ryan added. has since written local coun- cillors about the issue. “We’re being trained in school to speak out and advo- cate for our patients,” she said. “In this case, the com- munity is my patient.” Until some action is taken, Ms. Jeffrey has banned her two teenagers from going down to the waterfront. She wants patrols of the area stepped up. Maurice Brenner, the area’s regional councillor, said he’s asked City staff to talk to local police to determine if there is drug ac- tivity on the west shore and if so, what can be done to pre- vent it. At the same time, he’s requesting the Durham Health Department supply information in an upcoming community bulletin about safe handling of syringes for those who happen to find them. While concerned, Coun. Brenner said he’s not willing to conclude there is a drug problem in Frenchman’s Bay. The discovery took place the same night as a crowd gath- ered on the east shore to hear about future waterfront devel- opment, he pointed out. “I’m not downplaying it. But I don’t want people to get the wrong impression that this is a norm on the water- front, even if it is an isolated minority,” he said. “People should not be afraid to use our waterfront.” Police weren’t aware of any recent reports of found nee- dles in the area. But not every sighting necessarily warrants a police report, said spokesman David Selby. “Generally, if lots of these things show up then it does become an interest for police that maybe this is a new drug user area,” he explained. “If the occasional nee- dle is found here or there, it becomes a health and safety issue and we gen- erally would refer them to the health department.” But health officials suggest it’s best to contact the police if someone has found a dirty needle and has concerns about its safety. At least there, officers are on duty around the clock, said director of environmental health Ken Gorman. If an individual wants to dispose of the needle themselves, the health de- partment advises using heavy gloves or other protection to pick it up. The needle tip should be held away from you so as to not prick yourself or oth- ers. Don’t recap the needle or sepa- rate the syringe from the needle. It should be placed in an empty hard plastic container, like a bleach container, capped, labelled as ‘sharps’, and dropped off at the waste transfer station at 1640 Ritson Rd. N. in Oshawa. City selects safety over style ✦ City from page 1 Pickering woman concerned with safety at beach ✦ Pickering from page 1 Please recycle Arts Centre’s all-important first step Council support a crucial starting point Baby steps. It's how we all learn to walk, run and if we're lucky, eventually soar. And so, Pickering council made that all-important first beginning Monday night when it donated $25,000 toward a new West Durham Arts Centre that could eventually be- come a showcase for the thriving performing and visual arts community here. The centre's board asked both Pickering and Ajax to con- tribute $25,000 seed money each toward a first-year operat- ing budget of $106,000. The board hopes the Ontario Trillium Foundation and private sponsorships will make up the bal- ance. Monday night, Pickering council acting decisively and unanimously, giving the centre both a financial boost and a firm vote of confidence. The financial support is key, the message it sends is crucial to demonstrate to other levels of government, the corporate community and citizens, this project is viable. When the board took the same request to Ajax council last month, it took a more cautious approach, voting to send the proposal to staff for consideration. When a report comes back this fall Ajax council must give the project a ringing en- dorsement if West Durham is to come of age culturally. It is high time. In Whitby, Oshawa, and Clarington, arts centres and galleries already provide arts programs to the commu- nity. Here there is no one organization residents can look to when they want to feed their spirit but there are many groups here with the talents and desire to share them if they are given the outlet. The centre's board is made up of local movers and shakers -- credible names representing the arts, business, legal and political interests. They are a dynamic group who should be able to get the job done if given the tools. Their vision is to start small, working out of a leased space to provide a link to the arts, including programs for all citizens. In the long-term they want to give us a grand place to call our own. They've done their homework and created a business plan based on the Barrie Arts Centre. That project began with a $50,000 annual budget its first year and has grown to a $2-million yearly budget without any increase in government funding. That point is key. Taxpayers want to support the arts but they don't want it to become an alba- tross that ties up dollars for mandated services. The board is capable, the community is ready. Ajax council should join its Pickering counterpart in taking the first step toward making the vision reality. West Nile answer is a natural solution TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: Durham considers West Nile rules, May 14 Surely this action by the region's mu- nicipalities to consider a bylaw for up- keep on private property will mean an- other layer of bureaucracy and subse- quent tax increases. The virus is being commercially ex- ploited as stores are selling mosquito nets and other junk and of course there is the attention-seeking hypochondri- acs who love to hang around hospitals and lie in bed. My advice to people is to erect sever- al small birdhouses and welcome back these birds, which devour zillions of mosquitoes daily. The sad fact is we have driven away all natural predators by spraying tons of pesticides and insecticides, which are also seeping into our drinking water. Add to this the sad fact Pickering coun- cil is paving over every available green spot, which was natural habitat for birds and other wildlife. Let me suggest getting rid of bird- baths and cat drinking water bowls is not the answer. Consider if you will the swamp at Squires Beach Road and Parkham where several children play on nearby swings. Surely this area should be a pri- ority. 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Opin- ions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We regret that due to the vol- ume of letters, not all will be printed. A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Recently it was announced that the company I work for would all be relocating from downtown Toronto to Brampton. I went through the usual gamut of emotions from shock to denial while I considered my options. Option one would be to look for a new job. I like what I do and the people I work with. I also have the incredible good fortune to work for a company that allows me the opportunity to express my some- times bizarre creativity in a very corporate environment. After 11 years, starting from ground zero somewhere new really is not an option at all. I considered packing up the family homestead and finding a nice place in Georgetown or somewhere else. This lasted all of three minutes. So, finally, I have instead chosen to ponder ways to make the commute bearable - dare I go for enjoyable. I'd like to share a couple of these thoughts in the hope some- one may see an inkling of a possi- bility in one of them. Having some company along for the ride would be great. Car- pooling could be difficult to arrange, so I'm thinking I'll bring my dog along. So far though, the company hasn't jumped at my proposal for an on-site pet day care, so I'm looking for a volun- teer to set something up. With 1,70 0 employees, our new office will have a greater population than many small towns. If only three per cent of employees used this service, that would mean 51 pets every day! Inching west- bound along the 401 to work one morning, an idea struck me. What a shame, we couldn't utilize the empty eastbound express to add three more lanes going west- bound. I make no claims to being a civil engineer, but I think this idea if tossed about might give birth to a whole new set of com- muting solutions. Moving medi- ans on the 401 twice a day may be absurd, but what about alternat- ing the traffic flow on Hwy. 2? As a final note, wouldn't it be a lot safer on the roads if people were making passing decisions based on objects in the mirror that are actually "farther away (not closer) than they appear"? Think about it. Laura Jarvis-Whitehead is an Ajax mother of two and Director of Business Management with one of Canada's largest retailers. 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The 61-year-old Whitby man has been donating blood for more than 30 years. “I donate because it’s good for everybody who needs blood,” said Mr. Loveless, whose wife once needed a transfusion. “I’m concerned that people need blood and I’m always willing to do it. I look forward to it every time and soon I’ll get my ‘100’ do- nation card, at the end of this year. An urgent call went out to Durham Region residents this week asking them to take time out from their summer activities to give blood. “We don’t even have a week’s supply,” said Sue Har- ris, clinic recruitment co-ordi- nator at the July 28 blood donor clinic in Whitby. The area needing blood donations covers the Greater Toronto Region. “That includes Napanee, up to Haliburton and all through Barrie, over to Oakville and the GTA,” explained Ms. Har- ris. “That’s what we are look- ing at now.” Dwindling blood supplies of only three days have Canadi- an Blood Services on the move to shore up the number of units required by the geo- graphical region, which in- cludes Durham Region. Real- istically, there should be a four-day inventory to meet core hospital requirements in the Greater Toronto Region. Much of the problem has to do with the summer months when people are on holiday. “People are on vacation and not in their normal routines,” she said. “But even if you are on vacation, chances are there are blood donor clinics in your location.” Blood services is trying to collect 650 units of blood a day throughout the extended area for six weeks, up until Labour Day. The agency gathers ap- proximately 165,000 units per year. “Summers are always tradi- tionally hard, but we only have a three-day supply and that is not good. Blood stores don’t go that low. Not very often does this happen,” added Ms. Harris. The need for blood never ends. Accidents, surgeries and treatments using blood and blood products do not take a respite. But as crucial as the current drive is, part of the appeal is to make people more aware of the importance of giving blood. Ms. Harris hopes teenagers (blood dona- tions are accepted from healthy individuals 17 years of age and older) will hear the call and come out to give for the first time. “I hope more young people will make an extra effort,” said Ms. Harris. “It would be great if those 17 and older would encourage another per- son to come with them and give.” This past Monday marked the second time 17-year-old Adam Hill has donated. As the teen waited patiently in- side Whitby’s Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 112 to give a unit of his Type O positive DDUURRHHAAMM — Don’t let sum- mer leisure stop you from giv- ing. The following local blood donor clinics are operating in the coming weeks here in Durham Region: FFrriiddaayy,, AAuugg.. 11,, PPiicckkeerriinngg TToowwnn CCeennttrree, Centre Court lower level, 1355 Kingston Rd., Pickering, from 3 to 7 p.m. TThhuurrssddaayy,, AAuugg.. 77,, SStt.. GGrreeggoo-- rryy’’ss CCaatthhoolliicc CChhuurrcchh main hall auditorium, 194 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, from 1 to 7 p.m. SSaattuurrddaayy,, AAuugg.. 99,, WWeessttmmiinn-- sstteerr UUnniitteedd CChhuurrcchh ggyymmnnaassii-- uumm, 1850 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, from 9 a.m. to noon. MMoonnddaayy,, AAuugg.. 1188,, SStt.. JJoosseepphh tthhee WWoorrkkeerr PPaarriisshh AAuuddiittoorrii-- uumm aanndd CChhuurrcchh HHaallll, 1100 Mary St. N., Oshawa, from 3 to 8 p.m. TTuueessddaayy,, AAuugg.. 1199,, SStt.. BBeerrnnaaddeettttee CChhuurrcchh PPaarriisshh HHaallll, 21 Bayly St. E., Ajax, from 1:30 to 7 p.m. TThhuurrssddaayy,, AAuugg.. 2211,, PPiicckkeerriinngg RReeccrreeaattiioonn CCoommpplleexx east/west salon, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering, from 5 to 8 p.m. WWeeddnneessddaayy,, AAuugg.. 2277,, HHoollyy RRee-- ddeeeemmeerr PPaarriisshh CChhuurrcchh HHaallll,, 796 Eyer Dr., Pickering, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. FFrriiddaayy,, AAuugg.. 2299,, WWhhiittbbyy MMaallll,, centre of mall near Lotto booth, 1615 Dundas St. E., Whitby, from 2 to 6 p.m. blood, he explained he first came as donor with his whole family earlier in the year. “It’s just a good thing to do,” said the student who leaves Durham Re- gion this fall to study at Waterloo University. “Every little bit helps. I’ve had friends who’ve been in car acci- dents and I plan on continuing (to donate blood) at Waterloo.” Donors in good health can give blood every 56 days. 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The walk takes place on Sept. 27 at Rotary Park in Ajax, along the lakeshore trail. Ms. Snowden is hop- ing for a good turnout, even better than the roughly 250 people who came out last year, when about $38,000 was raised. “It’s a beautiful spot down there,” she says. “We’ve been blessed with good weather, too.” The money raised goes to ALS research and sup- port services. It’s easy to get involved. Simply call or e-mail Ms. Snowden and she’ll send you a donor and registra- tion form. Assemble a team of walkers (two or more people) or walk on your own if you wish. After canvassing family, friends and neighbours for sup- port, bring the form and your pledges with you on walk day, or send them in advance to the ALS office. Registration takes place at Rotary Park starting at 8:30 a.m., while the walk it- self gets underway at 10 a.m., rain or shine. For more information and a donor/registration form, call Ms. Snowden at 905-728-8822, or e-mail dick.snowden@durhamc.o n.ca. Organizers gear up for ALS walk Organizers for the ‘Walk to D’Feet ALS’ kicked off their cam- paign for the Sept. 27 fund-raising event. Helping launch this year’s walk are, from left, Janet Moffatt, last year’s top fund- raiser, Pierre Tremblay, of Ontario Power Generation, and Pam Barony, whose mother Jean Hanthorn, died from ALS. AAJJAAXX — Sometimes giving a bit of oneself can be the best gift of all. Ajax-Pickering Community Care is looking for volunteers to be friend- ly visitors. Anyone with a couple of hours to spare to spend time with isolated se- niors or disabled adults is invited to call 905-837-0017. Friendly faces needed www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 11 P WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF QUALITY PET SUPPLIESWE CARRY A FULL LINE OF QUALITY PET SUPPLIES PICKERING TOWN CENTRE 13 55 KINGSTON ROAD PICKERING (905) 837-1166 NEW ARRIVALS WEEKLY! PJ’S IS THE SOURCE FOR ALL YOUR PET NEEDS! 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The two were kicking the ball around at Es- planade Park. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo But politicians are listening, says cattlemen’s president BByy SShheelllleeyy JJoorrddaann Special to the News Advertiser DDUURRHHAAMM — Money pledged by the provincial government to offset plum- meting sales due to the Mad Cow disease scare won’t quite cut the beef, say local farmers. Ontario Premier Ernie Eves, along with Minister of Agriculture and Food Helen Johns, announced recently an additional $17.5 million will be added to $35 million committed to the Bovine Spongiform En- cephalopathy (Mad Cow disease) Recovery Pro- gram. John Wolters, president of the Durham Cattlemen’s Association, says he’s glad the Province is stepping in to help, but doesn’t believe the amount will be enough. “There’s a whole lot of beef farms (in Durham Re- gion),” says Mr. Wolters. “Over 800. Some are very small, but there are those that have 200 or 1, 000 head of cattle.” Stan Found, vice-presi- dent of the DCA, says the compensation is better than nothing, but worries it will only prolong the agony for farmers who will eventually lose their farms. “The price has gone so low that unless they (the provincial government) change their formulas, we’re still only looking at 75 cents a pound when you add on what they’re giving us,” said Mr. Found, adding beef should be sell- ing for at least double that amount. Mr. Wolters says he is al- ready hearing stories of farmers who are being forced out of the industry because they can’t find anyone to buy their beef, or banks refuse to renew loans. But he also says the politicians are listening. “They’re hearing us and some are working on our behalf,” said Mr. Wolters. “Whether you have a large feedlot or you’re a local around here with a small farm, if any one of the two go broke, it’s a loss to the industry.” Provincial formulas for compensation are based on models from the United States. Mr. Wolters says formulas are calculated this way because the Canadian beef industry is intertwined with the U.S. The province has 20,000 producers generating over $1.1 billion in annual sales, making Ontario Canada’s second-largest beef suppli- er. The Conservative gov- ernment is asking Ottawa to help, requesting an an- other $26.25 million. “Provincial action is not enough,” stated Premier Eves. “The Prime Minister should be waving the Canadian flag and person- ally leading the charge to reopen world markets to Canadian beef.” Export markets shut their doors to Canadian beef following a single case of Mad Cow disease in Al- berta earlier this year. At the annual Premiers’ Conference in Charlotte- town a few weeks ago, all premiers agreed to seek the help of individual states in getting the U.S. border opened again, say- ing there is no scientific basis for continuing the ban.Ms. Johns will be tour- ing the northeastern Unit- ed States to talk with in- dustry and government of- ficials. A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com John and Eileen Taking care of a loved one can be rewarding – but tiring. Find out how home and community services can help. 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Mad Cow relief money not enough: Durham farmers PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — Get back to your roots this month to help a local group protect them. A Rock n’ Roots Re- vival takes place Wednes- day, Aug. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Harp and Crown, 300 Kingston Rd. in Picker- ing. The Rouge Duffins Greenspace Coalition hosts this fund-raiser dinner and dance, which features a full buffet and a host of country rock and acoustic performers. See Colin O’Handley and Friends, Grainne Ryan, Kim Brown, Ryan Gordon and Rick McCue. The evening also includes a silent auction offering such services to bid on as a fully installed native wildflower garden. Tickets are $45 each. The Rouge Duffins Greenspace Coalition is made up of groups seek- ing to link Lake Ontario to the Oak Ridges Moraine by maintaining green space and farmland along the Rouge Valley and Duffins Creek. Tickets are available at the Harp and Crown, or by calling 905-509-1930 or 416-208-0252. 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Is a soothing water feature such as a pond or a freestanding foundation to be used as a focal point? When the horticultural consultant or designer visits you, all these issues and others will be discussed. To personalize your landscape and make it unique to you, colours and fragrance will be discussed. For example, what are your favourite colours in flowers, and are there colours that you do not like. Do you absolutely love fragrance in plants and flowers or are there certain scents that you are sensitive to? During the initial consultation, issues to do with hard landscaping can also be discussed such as making a new interlocking walkway, or revamping the initial existing cement blocks. Retaining walls or other features such as chunky rocks can be placed in the design concept to be done now or at a future date. Once the designer has all this information, measurements and pictures will be taken; then once the design is completed the designer will return for a follow-up appointment. Nursery plants, perennials and flowers will all be identif ied in the design and it is the homeowner’s choice to do all the planting themselves or have it installed. Whether the entire gardening season continues on into the next year the main point is that you are much closer to making your own gardening visions a reality. Consider hiring a professional designer to help you with your unique gardening vision...and until next week’s column sit back and vision your garden. Consulting a professional Visions of the Garden By Janice J. Donelle, Horticulturist • Pine Ridge Garden Gallery www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P Factory Outlet Resin G a r d e n Furniture Stee l & Alu m i n u m Fur n i t u r e All sales final Monday: Closed Tuesday-Friday: 9am-6pm Saturday:10am-5pm Sunday: 10am-3pm 7200 MARTIN GROVE RD. between Hwy. 7 & SteelesHwy. 27Martin GroveIslingtonHwy. 7 Hwy. 407 Steeles Open to t h e Public All Garden Furniture & AccessoriesAll Garden Furniture & Accessories Sale on From Aug 2 - Aug 8 ® We accept Cash only End of Season Inventory Clearance End of Season Inventory Clearance Foam & Fibre Glass Planters Foam & Fibre Glass Planters THIS SALE ONLY PAY NO G.S.T. & P.S.T. THIS SALE ONLY PAY NO G.S.T. & P.S.T. Latest novel on recycled paper The recently released Harry Potter novel is now enchanting kids of all ages. The Canadian edition of ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’ weaved its own special magic because it was printed on 100-per cent post-consumer recycled paper to help protect forests. The initial print run alone, just under one mil- lion books, will save 29,640 trees. Harry Potter is dis- tributed in more than 200 countries worldwide, but only the Canadian edition was printed on recycled paper. If more publishers begin printing bestsellers on recycled paper, demand will fall for pulp and endan- gered forests. “It’s a good idea to re- spect the ancient trees,” says Potter author J.K. Rowling, “especially if they have a temper like the Whomping Willow.” Will it take this genera- tion of young readers to grasp the concept that if we separate our paper for recycling we also need to demand that the paper products we enjoy such as, magazines, books and greeting cards contain re- cycled content? While we wait for card manufacturers to start using post-consumer recy- cled paper we can either look for cards that state they contain recycled con- tent or simply create our own. With magic markers, computer fonts and, if needed, a little help from an old calendar, newspaper or magazine for a picture, one can revel in making personalized cards for any occasion. This activity will provide the opportunity for any child to practice print- ing, creativity, drawing, and using scissors. If you care enough to send the very best, you’ll do it your- self while practising the 3Rs and saving money too! Go a step further. Check out if the paper products you purchase are made from recycled content. If not, call up the manufac- turer or publisher and ask - why not? Durham Region collects household paper (except carbon, foil gift wrap, waxed, paper towels and formed pulp paper) in its Blue Box curbside col- lection. Please place all newspapers with inserts and household paper loose into a separate Blue Box or hamper (no plastic bags). This includes: junk mail, computer paper, stationery and envelopes, telephone books, cards, receipts, magazines and soft back books. Be sure to remove all spiral binding, plastic tabs, paper clips, and plas- tic film sleeves before putting paper into your paper box. To keep paper from blowing away on collection day, place your Blue Box with cans, etc or your flat- tened bundled card- board/boxboard on top. The waxed boxboard as used in frozen food packag- ing is one of the New Kids in the box too and it goes into the Blue Box with cans, etc. - not bundled with other boxboard and cardboard. The fibres in pulp paper egg cartons, drinking trays, and paper towels have be- come too short to make a good recycled paper. How- ever, you can rip these up and put them into your backyard composter. Brown paper bags, potato, flour and sugar bags are other paper types your composter will digest. TIP: Place a sign near your mailbox that says: Save our trees. No Junk Mail please! Larraine Roulston is a Pickering-based freelance columnist, covering the latest in community recycling and waste reduction initiatives. E-mail her at roulstonlp@sympatico.ca. A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Your local Tim Hortons is happy to bring you Tim Hortons Free Swim – complimentary swimming time at your local pool. For a schedule of times and locations, drop by your local Durham Tim Hortons. And drop into an underwater world of fun. Tim Hortons Free Swim. It’s our thanks to you. Harry Potter does his part for the environment Get the goods on farm fresh sites DDUURRHHAAMM — Durham area farms will play host to a busload of visitors on Aug. 11 when the Durham Farm Fresh Marketing Associa- tion holds its sixth annual Summer Tour. The 2003 edition of the popular tour will be host- ed by John Redman of Redman’s Farm Country Market in Port Perry. Guests on the tour will be asked to meet at Mr. Red- man’s farm, located at 15751 Island Rd., just north of Hwy. 7A, around noon. There, a tour will be given of the operation be- fore embarking on a trip west to the Manchester area where guests will be treated to a visit at Wil- lowtree Farms. From there, the group will visit Vandermeer’s Nursery in the Ajax area before travelling north again to Algoma Orchards in Whitby. The final stop on the tour will be at Ocala Win- ery and Orchards, just southwest of Port Perry. The bus will then return to Redman’s Farm around 5 p.m. where a dinner is planned. “This is a big event for the association, it is a way for us to create awareness of the agricultural indus- try and to promote what Durham Region has to offer,” says Jennifer Ry- nard, the DFFMA’s pro- motions director. Each year the DFFMA organizes a special event known as the Summer Tour which usually stops at about five sites. The association consists of 48 farms, orchards, wineries and farmers’ markets in Durham Re- gion whose products span from raspberries to trout and Christmas trees to maple syrup. The cost to attend the tour is $10 for DFFMA members. The public may join the tour for free, but they must call Ms. Rynard at 905-649-2101 to pre-regis- ter. Get on the bus to find out about Durham’s agriculture LLaarrrraaiinnee RRoouullssttoonn rr ee cc yy cc ll ee rr ’’ss cc oo rr nn ee rr Reilly D’Heureux Lanzi LLP Lawyers Pickering Village Marc A. D’Heureux B.A. LL B Divorce Custody Separation Support Wills Contracts Real Estate Wrongful Dismissal 905.427.4077 ext 27 www.reillylegal.com B.A. LL. B. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 15 A/P It’s a balancing act for teens BByy JJaaccqquuiiee MMccIInnnneess Contributing Editor DDUURRHHAAMM — They don't hold the pickles and the lettuce... they juggle them. Thousands of teens across Durham balance a part-time job, often in the hospitality industry, with full-time school commit- ments, sports, friends and family, and still provide service with a smile. "It's very hard to be a kid these days," says Doug McKay. The owner of three McDonald's restaurants in Ajax for the past 16 years, he watches his employees deal with working the grill at night and then getting grilled on their academics the next morning. "They are finding it hard getting the grades, work- ing, doing volunteer work and keeping it together with friends," he relates. "It's hard to keep every- thing going and doing it well. The kids who work for us, we demand they do a good job... a lot of the time it can be stressful." To take some of that pressure off, Mr. McKay has introduced social events and fun incentives for the staff. At Wendy's restaurant just down the road, owner Rob Murray says he and his partners create a fun workplace with incentives for achievement. Those things can be key to keeping a young staff keen but when you talk to teens about their reasons for working, the bottom line is the money. For most it's simply spending-money but, in some cases, says Mr. Murray, it's an extra in- come to help keep the household afloat. The student minimum wage in Ontario is $6.40 and many of the large fran- chise companies offer merit raises every six months. "I worked as a paper car- rier, I babysat and then this (McDonald's) was my first big job," says Ashley Kelland, 19. "I have money of my own and my parents are happy because they have enough to pay for." Beyond the money though, teens can learn a lot from that first part- time job. "Definitely the thing you learn the most is the social skills. You learn to get along with people, treat customers with respect and work at a fast pace," says Larissa Nicholson, 18. Unsure whether to become a psychologist or a chef, she says working at Wendy's convinced her to take the latter path and she begins culinary school at George Brown College in January. "Working has taught me to budget my time, to com- municate and also money management," says Chad Warren, 20. Mr. Warren says he's glad he picked McDonald's as a first-step into the workforce because "there's always room for movement. As long as we want to advance, we can." Mr. McKay admits the frenetic pace of his restau- rant and the chance for ad- vancement doesn't appeal to all teens. It's important for kids to choose their part-time job with their interests and personality in mind, says Samantha Armstrong, manager of the YMCA Durham Employment Ser- vices. "You have to enjoy what you are doing. It's im- portant to know where your strengths lie." The Y offers a monthly seminar for parents to help their teens make that jump into the job market. At the seminars, parents get tips such as how to cre- ate effective resumes, in- ter view skills, the hidden job market and under- standing workplace safety,. Anyone interested in at- tending a seminar can call 905-427-7670. Doing double duty Students by day, servers by night This is the seventh article in a 12-part series on the work- ing life of Durham Region. This month’s story examines youth in the work force. A.J Groen/ News Advertiser photo PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Danette Barras has worked for McDonald’s in Ajax for two years. Like many teens, the 18-year-old juggles full-time school responsibilities and a part-time job. But she says flexible work hours make it easier to cope with a double life. In the Oshawa census area, the only part of Durham regularly monitored by Statistics Canada for employment stats, almost 72 per cent of youth aged 15 to 24 hold down jobs, the majority are part time. Know your rights If you are ready for that first job, there are some things you will want to know when you head out, resume in hand. Of course you want to show you have a keen attitude but don't sell yourself short by ac- cepting work conditions that are below legal stan- dards, especially if they are unsafe. Test your knowl- edge of your rights. DDiidd yyoouu kknnooww:: • The general minimum wage in Ontario is $6.85, $6.40 for students? • Overtime must be paid for working more than 44 hours in a week? • You are entitled to a one half-hour unpaid meal break for every 5 hours worked? • You are entitled to a 2- week annual vacation? • Your employer is respon- sible for the health and safety of your workplace? • You have the right to refuse unsafe work? • Your employer must make every reasonable ef- fort to accommodate any disability? Source: The Ontario Fed- eration of Labour Youth Committee JJUUNNEE 22000033 OOSSHHAAWWAA CCMMAA LLaabboouurr FFoorrccee SSuurrvveeyy RReeppoorrtt YYoouutthh AAggee 1155--2244 OOsshhaawwaa CCMMAA Population 38,800 Labour force 27,900 Employed 23,900 Full time 9,800 Part time 14,100 Unemployed 4,100 Not in labour force 10,900 Participation rate 71.9% Unemployment rate 14.7% Employment rate 61.6% Source: Statistics Canada Monthly Labour Force Survey What was the worst part-time job you ever held? PPAARRIIAA SSAAMMAAEEIIPPOOUURR “I worked in a grocery store and I didn’t enjoy that.” AAMMAANNDDAA BBUUCCKKLLEEYY “There was a sales job in the clothing industry I found difficult.” KKRRIISSSSYY OOWWEENNSS “I never had a job that I didn’t enjoy.” JJoobb hheellpp oonn tthhee WWeebb There are lots of resources on the Internet. Check out these: •HRDC for youth: www.youth.gc.ca •YMCA employment services: www.ymcatoronto.org (click on employment) •Young Canada Works: www.pch.gc.ca •Ontario Federation of Labour: www.ofl-fto.on.ca (youth section) BByy CCaarrllyy FFoosstteerr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — The Region is surveying residents who were in quarantine during the Severe Acute Respira- tory Syndrome outbreaks in hopes of managing the issue better if it happens again. Around 2,000 of the more than 5,000 Durham residents who were quar- antined will receive the survey, which will ask questions about attitudes, behaviours and the psy- chological impact of the experience. “The survey includes questions on wearing a mask during quarantine, the impact of quarantine on daily activities, feelings after quarantine and a number of other ques- tions,” said Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham’s asso- ciate medical officer of health, who was herself in quarantine during the cri- sis. “It’s the only study of its kind that we’re aware of that will be looking at this type of quantitative data.” Scott Garner received the survey in the mail Fri- day and has many com- ments for the Region about his “10 days in hell.” A 49-year-old health- care support worker at Lakeridge Health Whitby, Mr. Garner was in a 10-day unique work-to-home quarantine. He was al- lowed to work at the hospi- tal, but at all other times had to be at home, wearing a mask, in a separate room from his wife, even using separate utensils. “It seemed a bit silly,” he said. “Why are you segre- gated at home and still al- lowed to go to work?” While at work, the entire hospital staff was fully gowned, wearing masks and had to sit six feet apart when eating. “It was really strange, like being on another plan- et,” he said. “Wearing the gowns and goggles and masks, it just strained everyone to their wits’ end.” Some of the problems fully quarantined people experienced included cop- ing with daily activities like getting groceries and walking their pets, said Glendene Collins, spokesman with the Durham Region health de- partment. Nurses and health de- partment workers collect- ed some data during daily phone calls to quarantined people. They helped people get in touch with the Red Cross and the Ontario Vol- unteer Emergency Re- sponse Team. A Durham Region ini- tiative, the survey is in col- laboration with Toronto’s University Health Network and Mount Sinai Hospital - two organizations the health department worked closely with during the SARS outbreaks. Surveyed responses will be anonymous, and will be summarized into a report for the Region and other public health agencies. The study will also be posted on Durham’s Web site. For more information on the study, call the health department at 905- 723-8521 or 800-841-2729. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com A great weekend read for 49¢ Subscribe today! 416-367-4500 Toll-free: 1-800-268-9213 www.thestar.com/49cents Call 416-367-4500 to get 26-weeks of home delivered Saturday Star for only 49¢/week (plus GST). That’s 70% off the regular price! Hurry, this offer is only available until August 10. 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For more information call 905.683.8401 Pickering Museum Village is located on Hwy. 7 between Brock Rd. and Westney Rd. ICKERING USEUM P M cityofpickering.com SARS survey to query those in quarantine www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 17 A/P Located In The Rear Of LA-Z-BOY Furniture Galleries 900 Champlain Ave., Oshawa 1-800-642-4561 (905) 723-5211 The Area’s The Area’s L argest Se lection Largest Selection of Howard Mi ller of Howard Miller Clocks!! Clocks!! PLEASE DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE PLEASE DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE PLEASE DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND THIS HOLIDAY WEEKEND Please don’t Please don’t Please don’t drink & drive. drink & drive. drink & drive. Drink Drink Drink responsibly and responsibly and responsibly and always use a always use a always use a designated designated designated driver. driver. driver. BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. 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Help for your home An award- winning news team Recipients of 47 provincial, national and North American awards for editorial excellence in 2003 The News Advertiser This Week The Canadian Statesman Uxbridge Times-Journal Metroland Durham Region Media Group P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com AOSHAW 1050 Simcoe St. N. 905-728-1162 OSHAWA DRIVETHRU 235 Simcoe St. S. 905-576-9693 COURTICE DRIVETHRU 1420 King St. E. 905-436-8410 DUNDAS BEATRICE ROSSLANDSIMCOE KING U . AJAX DRIVETHR 250 Bayly St.W (Mackenzie Plaza) 905-619-0662 BAYLYWESTNEY HARWOODDrive Thru Drive ThruWHITBY 1003 Dundas St. E. 905-668-5342 DRIVETHRU Brock N.Garden St.3975 Garden St. N. 905-430-2253 401 Taunton ANDERSONKING GIBB Drive Thru SIMCOETOWNLINEDrive Thru PORT PERRY DRIVETHRU 1881 Scugog St. 905-985-9869 SCUGOGWATERDrive ThruWHITBY NEW LOCATION at Taunton Open ‘til 10:30 Weekdays Only for a limited time... HUBBA BUBBA BLIZZARD ® Great Hubba Bubba ® Tape bubble gum flavoured soft serve with candy pieces that $ 3 99 16oz. Creamy vanilla soft serve topped with cocoa fudge, chocolate chunks and chewy chocolate brownie pieces. POP IN YOUR MOUTH! NEW ROYAL TREA T ! P L A Y LPA A C E DRIVE THRU1099 Kingston Rd. L1V 1B5 (905) 831-2665 PICKERINGPICKERING FFRRIIDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 11 AADDDDIICCTTIIOONN::The Sereni- ty Group meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. for a 12-step recovery meeting. The group discusses addictions of all types, including co- dependency. Child care is available if needed. Call Jim evenings at 905-428-9431. MMOONNDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 44 CCRRIIBBBBAAGGEE::Come enjoy a game of cribbage with the Ajax Seniors Friendship Club every Monday begin- ning at 1 p.m. at the St. An- drews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Drive, Ajax. Be- ginners should come early. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573 or Jack at 905-683-9696. TTUUEESSDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 55 PPAARRKKWWAAYY EENNTTEERRTTAAIINN-- MMEENNTT::Singer/pianist Alli- son Kremer performs songs from yesteryear at The Parkway Retirement Home in Pickering be- tween 3 and 4 p.m. The home is located at 1645 Pickering Parkway. All are welcome. For more infor- mation call Louise at 905- 426-6603. WWEEDDNNEESSDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 66 AAJJAAXX AANNDD PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG TTOOAASSTTMMAASSTTEERRSS: The group meets every second week to work on public speaking, leadership, com- munication, and other skills at the Pickering Nu- clear Information Centre, Montgomery Park Road, just west of Brock Road in Pickering. Meetings begin at 7:15 p.m. Call Renata at 905-426-9786 or Mary Anne at 905-686-1443. WWHHIISSTT AANNDD BBRRIIDDGGEE: The Ajax Seniors’ Friend- ship Club plays every Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. — newcomers should come early — at St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Ex- eter Dr., Ajax. Call Eleanor at 905-427-8785 for whist or Jack at 905-683-9696 for bridge. SSIINNGGLLEE PPAARREENNTT SSUUPP -- PPOORRTT::The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families Association meets Wednesdays at 8 p.m. (8:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month) at the Ajax Cricket Club, located on the northeast corner of Monarch Avenue and Clements Road. All are welcome, custodial or non-custodial parents, whether your kids are 2 or 42. Call 905-426-2507, or visit www.opfa.net. TTHHUURRSSDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 77 OOVVEERREEAATTEERRSS AANNOONNYY -- MMOOUUSS: Members of the 12- step program meet Thurs- days in Pickering at La Storta, located at the north end of Liverpool Road next to Manresa re- treat house. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. and are held in the basement or library. For information and direc- tions, call Edith at 905-686- 3834 (days) or Mary at 905- 428-8660 (evenings). SSEENNIIOORRSS’’ AACCTTIIVVIITTIIEESS:: The Ajax Seniors’ Friend- ship Club offers line danc- ing every Thursday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Ex- eter Dr., Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683-9696 or Agnes at 905-686-1573. FFRRIIDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 88 AADDDDIICCTTIIOONN::The Sereni- ty Group meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering for a 12-step recovery meeting. The group will walk indi- viduals through all types of addictions including co-de- pendency. Child care is available if needed. Call Jim evenings at 905-428- 9431. SSAATTUURRDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 99 CCYYCCLLEE FFOORR AAUUTTIISSMM:: The Autism Society, Durham Chapter, holds a Cycle for Autism. Register for the ride at the Civic Field Auditorium in Os- hawa, 99 Thornton Rd. S., from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Pre- reg ister online at www.cy- cleforautism.com. A fund- raising BBQ takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lakeview Park, Oshawa. Free entertainment and games for kids. 905-832- 3959. OONNEE PPAARREENNTT AASSSSOOCCIIAA-- TTIIOONN DDAANNCCEE::The Ajax/Pickering One Parent Fa milies Association is holding a dance on Satur- day, Aug. 9 at the Pickering Recreation Centre on Val- ley Farm Road in Pickering at 8 p.m. All are welcome. Tickets are $11 at the door for members and $13 for non-members. For further information contact San- dra at 905-666-9262 or con- tact the Web site at www.opfa.net. MMOONNDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 1111 CCRRIIBBBBAAGGEE::Come enjoy a game of cribbage with the Ajax Seniors Friendship Club every Monday begin- ning at 1 p.m. at the St. An- drews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Drive, Ajax. Be- ginners should come early. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573 or Jack at 905-683-9696. WWEEDDNNEESSDDAAYY,, AAUUGGUUSSTT 1133 WWHHIISSTT AANNDD BBRRIIDDGGEE:: The Ajax Seniors’ Friend- ship Club plays every Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. — newcomers should come early — at St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Ex- eter Dr., Ajax. Call Eleanor at 905-427-8785 for whist or Jack at 905-683-9696 for bridge. Billboard AUG. 1, 2003 BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — Ontario Power Genera- tion is doing its part to help control the spread of the West Nile Virus in Durham. OPG is larviciding catch basins and areas of standing water that cannot be drained at both the Pick- ering and Darlington nuclear gener- ating stations. Two types of larvicide will be ap- plied to kill mosquitoes that have not yet graduated to the flying stage: methoprene pellets in catch basins and granular biolarvicide in ditch and other areas where water col- lects, says OPG spokesman John Earl. While the stations are located next to the lake and might make good breeding grounds for the pests, he says the larvae kill isn’t occurring because it’s especially buggy down at the water. OPG is larviciding at its sites in communities, such as Durham Re- g ion, that have opted to do the same, following their lead. “Our program is simply compli- mentary to what municipalities are doing,” says Mr. Earl. Ministry of the environment-li- censed applicators or trained techni- cians will apply the products. There will be no spraying, says Mr. Earl. “It’s not anything that the popula- tion outside of our site is going to have any contact with,” he says. The plan is to apply the larvicides once. However if there were a reoc- currence of baby biters in the water “we would do another application.” The biolarvicide contains a bac- terium that occurs naturally in soils. When a mosquito larva eats it, the product damages the stomach and the insect starves to death. Methoprene works on certain pests such as mosquitoes by pre- venting them from maturing. OPG larviciding catch basins to f ight West Nile Virus Aquatic club earns water wings at Maryland meet AAJJAAXX ——Ajax Aquatic Club swimmers put their skills to the test against U.S. swimmers in a recent meet in Maryland. A group of 21 swimmers from the AAC competed at the NBAC McPherson International Meet at the Meadowbrook Aquatic Centre in Baltimore. The Nor th Baltimore Aquatic Club served as the meet's host. Jen Beckberger led the way for the Ajax contin- gent with six podium fin- ishes. She won the 50- metre and 100m freestyle events in the women's open division. She also posted a second-place fin- ish in the 200m back- stroke and was third in the 800m free, 400m indi- vidual medley and 200m breaststroke. Katie Lawrie raced to a second-place effort in the 1,500-metre free in the women's open bracket. Also turning in solid ef- forts was Colin Ackroyd. Competing in the open men's category, Ackroyd won the 200m I.M., and finished second in the 100m butterfly, 100m back, 200m back and 200m fly. Matt Bell placed third in the 100m fly and 100m back in the men's open di- vision. Nick Ducille swam to second place in the men's 13-14 5 0m free. In the same age group, Greg Laughlin placed third in the 100m back. Tom Lawrie finished third in the 50m back in the men's 11-12 age group. The AAC relay teams also met success in the pool in Maryland. Lead- ing the way was the women's open 4-x-50m I.M. relay 'A' team, which captured top spot. On the team were Beck- berger, Kelsey Nemeth, Michelle Zambri and Holly Mazar. Ajax's women's open 4-x-50m I.M. relay 'B' team fin- ished second. On that team were Katie Lawrie, Lindsay Bays, Deanna Bannister and Lindsay Sutterlin. Ajax's 4-x-200-metre free relay team of Beck- berger, Zambri, Nemeth and Lawrie finished well in second. The AAC's men's open 4-x-50m free relay team of Francis Pelland, Adam Dunn, Laughlin and Aidan Dougan finished third. The 4-x-100m I.M. relay team of Laughlin, Pel- land, Dunn and Ducille finished third. In other AAC news, sev- eral swimmers turned in strong efforts at the re- cent Ontario SWAD/Ju- nior Long Course Provin- cials in Brantford. Daniel Vollmer, 16, earned two gold medals at the provincials, win- ning the boys' 16-and-over 100m back and 200m back. Adam Dunn, 16, posted four podium finishes, win- ning the 16-and-over age group 400m I.M., second in the 200m I.M. and 200m breast and third in the 100m breast. Greg Laughlin, 13, placed second in the boys' 12 -13 age group 100m back and third in the 200m back. Katie Lawrie, 16, earned third-place honours in the girls' 16-and-over 400m free. Meanwhile, Ajax club swimmers turned in sev- eral top efforts at the Central Region Summer Team Championships at the North York Aquatic Club recently. Kayla Ginter, 9, placed first in the 100m fly in her age group. Gabriel Mendez, 11, earned a second-place finish in the 100m fly at the competition. Ajax driver gets jump start AAJJAAXX —— A rookie driver turned heads with her exploits be- hind the wheel at the Shan- nonville Motorsports Park in eastern Ontario last week- end. Kelly McPhaden registered second-place finishes in three consecutive races while com- peting in the Ontario Region Formula F1rst Championship and the Canadian Automo- bile Sports Clubs series. With her results of last weekend, she's currently the points leader in the Ontario Region Formula F1rst Cham- pionship, and second in the Canadian Automobile Sports Clubs points competition. Since the racing season began in April, McPhaden -- a f irst-time driver in the two race series -- has been testing her abilities against experi- enced karters and race car drivers. She attributes her recent success to date to her driving coach Dan Purdy, pit crew and team sponsors and her enthusiasm and passion for racing. Beginning her racing career over a year ago, McPhaden joined an indoor karting club as her first step to profession- al racing. She also enrolled in the Bridgestone Firestone Racing School to develop her skills to become a more com- petitive driver. Her performance in han- dling a Reynard F2000 car in mock races and as well in other practical exercises prompted her to continue racing and try open-wheel cars as the next step to ob- taining a professional race li- cence. She later formed her own racing team to compete in the Formula F1rst championship this summer. McPhaden currently has her sights set on the Profes- sional Canadian Formula Fo rd Series where she is ex- pected to test a F1600 car in the near future. McPhaden will finish the Formula F1rst championship and is currently seeking spon- sorship to assist in team ex- penditures. She hopes to race at the Toronto Molson Indy and the Montreal Grand Prix in 2004. SSppoorrttss FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 19 A/P 4 people & 2 carts $15000 (Reg. $20800) *Valid Thursday July 31 - Monday August 4, 2003 * Coupon must be presented at time of purchase For tee off reservations please call 905-885-6487 or 1-800-346-5361 82 Victoria Street South Port Hope, ON L1A 3L6 Long Weekend Special!Long Weekend Special! DAILY GREEN FEES GOLF & DINNER TOURNAMENT PKGS. FROM PLUS GRAT. GST AND PST$50 CHOICE DATES STILL AVAILABLE CHURCH ST. AT BAYLY 905-683-3210 ANNANDALE TWILIGHT RATES 1/2 PRICE SAT. & SUN $40 & HOLIDAYS * DAILY GREEN FEES MON.-FRI. $35 ONLY * Rainy track didn't dampen Nodell team’s results AAJJAAXX ——Ajax's Stuart Nodell and the Nodell Mo- torsports motorcycle team clinched the overall num- ber one plate on their Canada Post/The Bear Chair Co. backed Honda RS 250 in the R.A.C.E Su- perseries over defending series champion Frank Trombino this past week- end. Nodell battled head to head against Trombino for most of the featured event in wet conditions. The two riders swapped the lead position several times in the opening laps. While Trombino lead Nodell into turn one he crashed allow- ing Nodell to go on to clinch the championship with one round still re- maining. Nodell continued to lead the event until the halfway point when he decided to drive a more cautious race to ensure he would capture the championship. He finished third behind Canadian Kawasaki's Matt McBride and Andrew Nel- son. By virtue of winning the qualifying heat race on Saturday, Nodell banked the two bonus points and only had to finish ahead of Trombino to secure the title. "This championship is gratifying as our team set this objective following the 2002 season and succeeded in dominating fashion aboard a 250 against facto- ry backed efforts of 1000's and 600's," Nodell said after the race. The team also went on to score a dominating victory in the 250 Grand Prix class over Jeff Lowe and Christ- ian Rose. The team's next event is The Can-Am 125 Grand Prix Challenge held at Le Circuit in Mont Tremblant, Quebec, held in conjunc- tion with the Canadian Su- perbike Championship, where the team sits only seven points back of first place in the championship. Twirlin’ to the top PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– A trio of twirlers captured top spot in their cat- egory at the recent Canadian Baton Twirling Championships at Humber College in Toronto. Stacey Hill, 16, of Pickering, Jillian Lim, 14, of Claremont, and Kim Nicholson, of Whitby, won the gold medal in the level 'B' dance twirl at the championships. All three twirlers are members of the Kinetics School of Baton and Dance in Pickering. Ajax gets fast finish Ajax swims up at U.S. meet Big ambitions for rookie The kids are alright and getting hitched in American Pie saga AAmmeerriiccaann WWeeddddiinngg DDiirreecctteedd bbyy JJeessssee DDyyllaann SSttaarrrriinngg JJaassoonn BBiiggggss,, AAllyyssoonn HHaannnniiggaann,, EEuuggeennee LLeevvyy With East Great Falls High now just a memory, the kids have grown into young adults ready to wreak havoc with a new rite of passage - Jim and Michelle are getting married - in a hurry. Jim's grand- mother is sick and wants to see Jim walk down the aisle, so they're going for it in two frantic weeks. Stifler plans to be there and more importantly to throw the ultimate bachelor party. Finch is all for the he- donistic rituals, but not for letting Stifler steal the maid of honour, who happens to be Michelle's sexy younger sister, Cadence. While everybody else sweats and frets, Jim's Dad is cool as ever, dispensing advice that no one wants to hear and getting ready for one of the best days of his life. II''llll BBee TThheerree DDiirreecctteedd bbyy CCrraaiigg FFeerrgguussoonn SSttaarrrriinngg CCrraaiigg FFeerrgguussoonn,, CChhaarrlloottttee CChhuurrcchh,, JJeemmmmaa RReeddggrraavvee A comedy about a burned-out 80s pop star whose downward spiral is halted when he discovers he has a teenage daughter, Olivia, the product of a week- end fling. Olivia's dream to become a singer displeases her mother but gives her dad a kick in the leather pants. Based on Stephen and Liv Tyler's story. GGiiggllii DDiirreecctteedd bbyy MMaarrttiinn BBrreesstt SSttaarrrriinngg BBeenn AAfffflleecckk,, JJeennnniiffeerr LLooppeezz,, AAll PPaacciinnoo Gigli (pronounced "jeally" and rhymes with really) is the story of a lowly thug who lets love get in the way of a high-risk mob assignment. Gigli is or- dered to kidnap the psycho- logically-challenged younger brother of a powerful federal prosecutor. When plans go awry, Gigli's boss sends in Ricki, a gor- geous, free-spirited female gangster who has her own set of orders to assist with the kidnapping. But Gigli begins falling for the decidedly unavailable Ricki, which could be a hazard to his occupa- tion. EEnntteerrttaaiinnmmeenntt FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ JACQUIE McINNES, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Every Wednesday morning from July 2 to August 27 Doors open at 9:30 am • Movie starts at 10:30 am Single per-movie admission $5.00 (Includes a Kid’s Pack) July 23 July 30 August 6 August 13 August 20 August 27 (PG)(G) (PG)(G)(PG) (PG) AMC WHITBY 24 905-665-8942 Highway 401 & Thickson Rd. Tickets may only be purchased at the box-office THE RUGRATS MOVIE RUGRATS IN PARIS: THE MOVIE 1-800-434-5092 www.capitoltheatre.com 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. Ajax woman makes Canadian Idol cut BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer AJAX - You might say the last three weeks have been wild for Toya Alexis. Living in a hotel room, putting in 12-hour work- days, not seeing her family - Tuesday night it all paid off as viewers chose the Ajax singer as one of the top 11 Canadian Idols. "I was a bubbly mess. I totally cried," she said, re- living the moment. "Then they said, 'Now Toya's going to sing'. I had to real- ly pull it together." Alexis was actually cho- sen as the Wild Card com- petitor on the CTV show, which models itself after American Idol. Singers perform in front of a panel of judges but it's the viewer at home that really de- cides their fate. A total of 143 hopefuls made it past the auditions and onto the show. From there, 30 finalists were chosen, who were split into three different perfor- mance groups. Three win- ners were selected from each group to make up nine finalists. Alexis was one of two Ajax residents to make the top 30. Nicole Sinclair was eliminated from the sec- ond group of performers. To c ome up with the 10th finalist, producers held a Wild Card competi- tion Monday night, invit- ing seven of the top 30 based on the percentage of votes cast for them over the past three weeks. Alex- is, who didn't make the cut in the third group, re- turned to the stage Mon- day night, performing Whitney Houston's 'Try it on My Own'. On Tuesday night, the show's host Ben Mulroney announced her rendition had taken the most votes. She advanced to the top 10, along with a surprise 11th finalist - Ryan Malcolm, of Kingston - because the re- sults were so close. "For us, it was so unreal," she said. "We were just clenching hands, hugging, and trying to talk each other through the mo- ment." Wednesday, Alexis was still trying to make sense of the last few days and the whirlwind of a sched- ule before her. There was getting up in time for an early morning appearance on Canada AM, a guest spot on etalk DAILY, and a much anticipated trip home Thursday night. "I'll have the night with my family and then the Canadian Idol crew are coming to shoot footage of me at home," she ex- plained. "My mom usually runs from the home video camera." Then on Saturday, Alex- is moves into a mansion at some undisclosed location in Toronto, where she and the other finalists will live until they are "kicked off the show." Sunday, she heads to the recording stu- dio and Monday, it's back on stage for the next round of competition. "It's been hectic," added the 23-year-old.Because of their growing celebrity, Canadian Idols are en- couraged to travel in pairs and have a driver to take them around. A group of f inalists were "mobbed", Alexis said, when they re- cently appeared at the SkyDome to support the American show. "I'm overwhelmed by it," she said, of being recog- nized on the street by strangers. "I'm just like, 'This is me'." The top 11 Canadian Idols begin competing live in a special 90-minute episode Monday, Aug. 4 at 7:30 p.m. on CTV. An addi- tional half-hour special on the competitors airs be- forehand at 7 p.m. So happy together are the two ‘wild card’ Canadian Idol contestants, Ajax’s own Toya Alexis and Ryan Malcolm of Kingston who took the last two spots in the competition’s finals airing Monday. Nicole Sinclair, also of Ajax, earned a spot in the top 30 as well. To y a’s the wild idol Love and marriage, American-style Careers505 COMPUTER COURSES at Durham College. MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYSTEMS EN- GINEER, MICROSOFT OFFICE, CCNA, A+, MCSA. Changing career path? Train at top rated Durham College in 100% in- structor led courses. Full/Part time available. Funding through EI/OSAP, WSIB to qualified. These certifications are highly sought after skills in today's IT environment. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca DURHAM REGION Brokerage position, RIBO licensed, C / L, C.S.R. Professional progres- sive brokerage. Strick ad- herence to confidentiality. 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Qualifications: • Proficient in Windows environment and advanced skills in Microsoft Office. • Two to Five years secr etarial experience combined with post-secondary education in Business Administration. • Skill in development of strategies for school aged children. • Ability to coordinate meetings for community agencies. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effective time management skills. If you possess the necessary skills and are interested in one of these positions, please submit your resume by fax or email and quote the appropriate reference number in the subject line to: Resources for Exceptional Children – Durham Region Fax: 905 427-3107 Email: humanresources@rfecdurham.com NO TELEPHONE CALLS Closing Date: August 13, 2003 5:00 p.m. Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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Please fax resume to 905-433-1463 ELECTRICIANS,2nd, 3rd, & 4th year apprentices, residen- tial new home wiring, steady full time. Call 905-579-4543. CUSTOM FABRICATION shop requires a Brake Press Op- erator. Must be able to set up and read drawings. 5 years minimum experience. Please fax resume to 905-837-5445. LEATHERDALE WINDOWS & Doors requires experienced workers. Finish carpentry skills a must. Pickering area work. Call Gary (905)831– 1989. EXPERIENCED SHEET METAL installer for roof flashings and copings. Own transportation. Call 905-666–8594 SKILLED CONSTRUCTION Tradesmen required must have tools & transportation. Fax resume to (905)665-7859. TOOLMAKER, full apprentice- ship, 5 years experience. Close tolerance fixture work an asset. Self-motivated, con- scientious. Competitive rate, clean modern shop. Call 905- 623-9112 or fax 905-697-8826 Office Help525 BOOKKEEPER/ACCOUNTING technician for CA office at Markham & 401. 2 years ex- perience in Quickbooks & Caseware required. E-mail re- sume to: reball@ebdcas.com CLERICAL ASSISTANT, Osha- wa restoration contractor is seeking an experienced cleri- cal support person to answer phones, setup files, prepare correspondence, calculate time sheets and provide gen- eral clerical support to staff. Candidates must be proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of Quickbooks Pro an asset. This is a part-time position 4-5 hrs per day, M-F, with potential full-time in the future. We offer competitive remuneration and a challeng- ing position to the right per- son. Please e-mail your re- sume stating wage expecta- tions to: humanresources@trimac.net LEADING PACKAGED GOODS COMPANY located in Picker- ing requires an Assistant Sales Administration Coordi- nator for our fast paced Sales Department. The ideal person will possess knowledge and working experience in Micro- soft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint). The ability to multi-task. Possess good communication skills, basic business accounting & mer- chandising experience. Please fax resume to Sales Coordinator at 1-800-466- 3989. Sales Help & Agents530 NOT AFRAID of the close? Get paid to have fun, meet people and promote blue chip clients. Ask for Miranda @ 905-576-5523 Retail Sales Help532 EXPERIENCED SALESPER- SON required full time with drivers license. Own vehicle required. Reliable, with pro- duct knowledge regarding paintball an asset. Apply in person with resume to: Hero Army Surplus, 1240 Phillip Murray Ave. Oshawa. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 FULL TIME P.D.A. with re- ception experience to work in Ajax and Pickering offices. Fax resume to Michelle or call for interview to start mid August. Ph: 905-427-4280; Fax: 905-427-9697 PREVENTATIVE DENTAL As- sistant Level 2 for Orthodontic office part-time. Orthodontic experience preferred. Send/ drop-off resume: Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St.N. Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5 or email ejpong@yahoo.com PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assis- tant required for busy family and orthodontic office. Please call 905-852-3131 or fax 905-852-9558. Dr. Bhatia/ Dr. McMinn FULL TIME DENTAL recep- tionist required for office in Ajax. Experience necessary. Fax resume to 905-619-0564. SHOPPERS DRUG MART Pharmacy Assistant required part time, evenings and wee- kends. Oshawa, fax resume to (905)433-4660. PHARMACIST,full time, over- night. ALSO Pharmacy Assis- tant required for Shoppers Drug Mart, Whitby. Call 905- 424-3175 or 905-436-1050 POSITION AVAILABLE for X- ray technologist. Three-clinic practice in Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa. Regular part time. Minimum 30 hrs./week. Fre- quent extra hours. Contact C. Ottesen (905) 434-6889, after 4 p.m. (905) 576-8249. Fax (905) 434-7972. REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY!! Housekeepers for the Durham Region, we also require RN and RPN's for Durham and US contracts. Fax resume to (905) 666-0038 or email to recruitment@tnehealthpros.com RECEPTIONIST ASSISTANT positions, full time, (one mater- nity leave) for busy physiothera- py clinic. Computer skills, med- ical background an asset. 12 noon-8 p.m. MonFri. Mail resumes to: Whitby Civic Physiotherapy, 555 Rossland Rd. East, Whitby L1N 2M8 Att: Nancy (*No phone calls please). Registered Physiotherapist (Canadian Registration). Great opportunity exists to work very flexible hours in a small private east Scarborough clinic. Please fax: 416-266-9935. RPN'S, RN'S for Allergist Office, Scarborough/Ajax. 3-4 days per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. Fax resume to 416-281-1770. SUPER STAR WANTED! Friendly, reliable, self-motivated person with 6 arms & 6 legs needed for growing family chiropractic office in Bowmanville. Must have working computer skills and a genuine interest in health and a love for children. Part-time lead- ing into Full-time. If interested please call: Main Family Chiropractic Centre Mon.-Thurs. between 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. (905) 697–8083. Hotel/Restaurant540 HAUGEN'S BBQ now hiring line cooks, prep persons & servers. Apply in person at 13801 Hwy 12, Port Perry. SERVER required Fine dining experience a definite asset. Please call (905)428-9777 SOUS CHEF/SAUCIER CHEF required part time for banquet hall/wedding centre. Must be available Saturdays. Responsible for banquet meal service, flexible and self motivated. Call Catherine Wood 905-668-3136. Employment Wanted570 YOUR GRASS is always greener with Village Services. Residential & Commercial property mainte- nance. Grass cutting, tree & shrub pruning, planting gardens, sodding, or any other property maintenance needs. For a free quote, please call 905-985-2237 or 416-688-7400. Houses For Sale100 SPACIOUS 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home in NE Oshawa. Features: eat-in kitchen leading to deck with a great view. Hardwood & ceramic throughout the main level. Walk-out basement w/wetbar, 3pc. bath & workshop. A/C, over-sized livingroom, gasfire- place in sitting-room, ensuite bath, large foyer w/oak staircase, main-floor laundry. Priced for quick closing $274,988..(905)579-6663. Open House Sat. & Sun. 1-4 COBOURG,2 minutes from 401, spacious 2 storey, 1/2 acre lot, close to downtown/ waterfront. 2400 sq ft, dream kitchen, 3 bdrms, 3 baths, 2 porches, beautiful perennial gardens. Attached garage, 2 detached bldgs - garage/ workshop. Gorgeous well maintained property. $329,000. By appt. 905-377- 0232. 108 OSHAWA BLVD. N. - renovated older 1190sq/ft. 1.5storey 3-bedroom. Detached garage, finished basement, 35x160ft lot, established neighbourhood - Coronation/ O'Neill schools. $182,900. 905-404-8518, 905-447-6338. OPEN HOUSE Thurs. July 31st & Tues. Aug. 5th, 6-8 p.m. PONTYPOOL, Country living, 3 bedroom bungalow, 2 bath- rooms, finished basement, eat-in kitchen, family room, wood stove, detached double garage, fenced backyard. $195,000. Call 705-944-8928 ATTENTION!First time home buyers! Lovely executive homes. $150,000-$250,000. Zero down payment. 24-hour free recorded message. INVIS 1-800-891-2402 press 1 code 202#. PICKERING.2,500 sq. ft. house on ravine, woodstream, near Lake. Oak floors, 3-room suite w/sunroom, recent breakfast/familyroom addition. $349,000. 905-420-6726. Farms For Sale, Rent & Wanted115 ORILLIA FOR SALE by owner Highly productive cash crop farm. Large flat fields. Hwy frontage River randomly tiled. No buildings. Also ideal for sod & market gardening. 705- 325-6490 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 request. 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 BODY SHOP for rent. 2 bay spray booth, office. north of Oshawa. 905-263–2428. Office & Business space150 2-STOREY commercial build- ing 1400 sq. ft. each floor. Close to 401 Oshawa, on large corner lot, 50x235. 15 parking spots, $284,900 sale, or $12/ sq. ft. lease. Randolph Len- gauer, 905-436-0990 Sutton Group. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. 3 spaces available: 390-sq.ft to 790-sq.ft. & 2496-sq.ft. For more information call: 905- 623-4172 Business Opportunities160 VALPAK FRANCHISE for sale. Great husband and wife busi- ness. No inventory, no royal- ties. Call (905)626–7255 RISK FREE IN-HOME BUSI- NESS. Let us show you how to start your own for under $500 in your spare time. www.futureguaranteed.com ESTABLISHED wholesale business in Oshawa and sur- rounding area. Excellent cash flow. Selling due to illness. Call 705-788-0780. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 2 BEDROOM + Den/Office (not a bsmt). Just renovated. Fantastic location, large yard, laundry facilities, eat-in kitch- en, 2-parking spaces. Avail. August 1st-15th. $1000+hydro. No pets please. Call Wendy 416-818-9255. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT. Ajax. Walkout, newly renovated, bright, spacious, ceramics, utili- ties, laundry and parking. No smoking/pets. Sept 1st. $780, first/last. 905-683–0896 301 CORDOVA OSHAWA,2 bedroom available imme- diately. Nice, and large. Fridge/stove, 1-parking, coin laundry. No pets, first/last $745/month +hydro (ap- prox.$30/mo). (905) 668-1946. A BEAUTIFUL basement apt 401/Harwood, 1-bedroom large livingroom & dining- room, open kitchen, full washroom, central air condi- tioning, parking, sep entrance, available now, no pets. $800. Call Shahbaz 647-280-9055, Shahid 416-302-7640 (leave msg.) A + OSHAWA,brand new! Large open concept, must be seen. 2 bedrooms, 2 bath - master/ensuite, hollywood kitchen, 4 appliances, LR/DR/ FR, cable, parking, yard. Non- smokers/pets. $l,200 + 1/2 utilities. (905) 431-7529 WHITBY - 2 BEDROOM $820. Available immediately. Sept. lst. 2 bedroom, $800 - $860. 1 bedroom, $760. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm- 8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665–7543. AJAX 2-LEVEL BACHELOR w/ skylight. Shared laundry & yard, parking. No pets/non- smoker, $825/month. Call Michael - Days 905-427-4077 ext 24, Evenings/Weekends 905-442-0020 AJAX LUXURIOUS 2-bdrm basement apt. Own entrance, 4 appl. Full kitchen, dining, living. 1- parking, $1000 utili- ties included. Available im- mediately. 905-426-7341. AJAX,1-bdrm basement, separate entrance, full eat-in kitchen w/breakfast area, parking, laundry, close to 401/ shopping, avail. immediately, utilities incl. 905-683–7717 AJAX - KINGS' CRES.,base- ment-apt., recently renovated w/fireplace, private entrance, laundry, 2-car parking, CAC, large yard, close to 401. $725. 905-426–4213 ALTONA/HWY #2, Bachelor 1- bedroom basement apt. Pro- fessionally finished. Available immediately. $700/mth inclu- sive. 905-509-4006. BLOOR & GRANDVIEW - 1 bedroom, private entrance, backyard, parking, 4pc. bath, no pets/no smoking. First/last, available Sept. 1st. $650. Prefer working single. 905-723–0769 BROOKLIN - 2 bed. apt. on 2nd. floor. 4 new appliances. Shows to perfection. On "Go Bus" route. Available now. $945/mo. + hydro. No pets. 905-424-9743. CENTRAL OSHAWA 1-bdrm apts. $750/month, 2-bdrm apts. $825/month. 3-bdrm apts. $950/month. Avail. July/Aug. Well-maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723-0977 9am-5pm CENTRAL WHITBY, bright, freshly painted spacious 1-bdrm basement in quiet triplex build- ing, $695 all inclusive. Available August. lst/last, no pets, 905- 263–4125 CHURCH/Hwy#2,immaculate 3 bedroom apartment. close to Schools/Shopping/GO. 416- 444-7391 Ext. 241. CLAREMONT VILLAGE one-bed- room groundfloor apt. Utilities & 2 appliances included available Aug 1-Sept 1. Suits single/cou- ple. Sorry no pets. 905- 649–6378 PICKERING 1 bed. basement, newly renovated, seperate en- trance, parking, cable, laun- dry. $800/month inclusive. No smoking, pets okay. Call David 905-686-3545. DUNDAS/COCHRANE Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to school/shopping/ transit. Some with hardwoods, freshly painted. 905-666-4145 to view. EXCELLENT AREA near Oshawa hospital. Large clean second floor 2-bedroom. Ground level entrance with porch, includes laundry facilities, fridge, stove. $750/plus utilities. Sept 1st. Call Pat (905)263–2228 FINCH/LIVERPOOL,Pickering newly renovated 2-bedroom basement apartment, sepa- rate entrance, a/c, laundry, no smoking/pets. Available im- mediately. First/last, $850/month utilities included. 416-282-2030, after 7pm(905)831–0326 HARWOOD/BRAY DR.Bright 2-bdrm bsmt., avail. imme- diately, close to all amenities, on bus route, separate en- trance, parking. $950 inclu- sive. 416-562-7524. HARWOOD/HWY #2, AJAX, 3-BDRM HOUSE, garage, 1/2 bsmt, $1,450 inclusive. ALSO 2-bdrm bsmt, separate en- trance, $750 inclusive, both avail. August 1st, first/last. 905-430–8613 NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE six- plex, Spacious 1-bedroom apt. Available Sept. 1st. ex- tremely clean, very quiet building. Parking, laundry, $750 inclusive, first/last no pets, 905-723–9577. OSHAWA, SIMCOE/TAUN- TON 2-Bedroom, well-main- tained building, near all amenities, $850/month + hy- dro. Includes a/c, ceramic/ hardwood flooring, new fix- tures/appliances, water, laun- dry, 1-parking. No smoking/ pets. Call 905-683-5013. NORTHEAST OSHAWA - low- er level of bungalow, 2 bed- rooms, large kitchen with walkout to green belt, laundry facilities included. $975 per mo. all inclusive. Credit check required. Available August end. (905) 576–1910 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905- 579-3700, 905-723-1009. LOVELY BACHELOR near Oshawa Hospital. Park. Laundry facilities, parking. Suits one non-smoking ma- ture person. Aug.1, $550 in- clusive. Call 905-434-5149 ONE LARGE bedroom apt., walkout. $850/month/first/last, all inclusive. Pickering. Avail- able now. 905-427–2688 OSHAWA - one bedroom, above ground basement. Parking, laundry fac., no pets. Available. $735/month inclu- sive. 905-424-9115. OSHAWA 1 & 2-BEDROOMS Available anytime or August 1st. 2-Locations 350 Malaga Rd. 946 Masson St. $680 & $780/month all inclusive no pets. Please call 905-576– 6724 or 905-242-4478. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM base- ment, fully carpeted, separate entrance, parking. $750 all in- clusive, located downtown Oshawa. Available imme- diately. Call 905-424-3828 OSHAWA,3-BDRM mainfloor of house, $1195/month; Also 3-bdrm brand new, never used, lower level apt. $1045; Also furnished 3-bdrm lower level apt. $1495. Avail late August/Sept 1st. First/last, references. 905-436–1977 OSHAWA, HARMONY/401, large basement apt, huge 1- bedroom, full laundry, parking c/air, smokers/pets welcome. Available immediately. $750 plus 35% utilities (416)439– 8435 OSHAWA, HARMONY/401,3- bedroom main level of bunga- low, full laundry, parking, c/ air, smokers/pets welcome. Available immediately. $1150 plus 65% utilities. (416)439– 8435 OSHAWA,2-bedroom available in small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updat- ed decor, parking included, laun- dry on site, $675-$725 plus hydro. (905)434–9844 PICKERING, Brock/Delbrook 1-bdrm basement. Clean, freshly painted, separate en- trance, 4 appliances, no pets, 1-parking, suit working per- son/couple. First/last, refer- ences. $795/month inclusive. Available Sept. 1. James 905- 619-2289, cell 416-991-2083. PICKERING, EXECUTIVE home, 1-bedroom basement apartment, working person preferred. All inclusive cable & parking. $800 first/last. Available immediately. (905)420-8376. PICKERING BRIGHT 1-bdrm above ground bsmt apt., walk- out to patio, 4 appliances, laundry, parking. Avail. Au- gust, $750/month inclusive. No smoking/pets. 905-683- 9629 PICKERING BROCK/HWY#2 Big, beautiful 2-bedroom walkout basement apartment. Bright +clean, strictly no pets/ smoking. Suit working couple, references, first/last $825 in- clusive. Sept. 1st. 905-686- 1650 PICKERING large one-bed- room basement, quality ten- ants only, be first to occupy. Quiet, no smoking/pets. Avail- able Sept 1. $850. ALSO large luxurious room; shared bath- room/kitchen, female pre- ferred. Avail. immediately $400. Call (416)270–5007 PICKERING - 3-BEDROOM condo, available immediately. All inclusive, $1400/month first/last close to everything. (905)683–5995 or (416)409- 0553. PICKERING,front split/base- ment. New, never rented, 2 bedrooms, 2 private entranc- es, patio, $1200. inclusive, first & last, deposit, referenc- es.,905- 839–1674 PICKERING, brand new, never rented 1-bdrm walk-out, modern & bright. Separate entrance, high ceilings, laun- dry, security system, c/a, no pets/smoking. Suits working professional/couple. First/last/ references. $900 inclusive. (416)858–6396 PICKERING, LARGE 1-bed- room upper level apartment, balcony, private entrance, parking, laundry, full bath- room, no pets/smoking, $725/ month, available Sept 1st. (905)420–6180 PICKERING/BAY RIDGES, beautiful 3-bedroom main floor bungalow, newly deco- rated by professional contrac- tor, totally self-contained, $1250 plus utilities, imme- diate, no-smoking/pets. 905- 420-0058. PONTYPOOL - 1-bedroom apartment, fridge, stove & hy- dro included. Laundry facili- ties. Call (705) 277–2142 QUIET SPARKLING 1-2-3 bedroom apts for rent. All in- clusive, parking, central Oshawa, first/last required. 705-755-0208 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 Open house - Sat. 9 - 3, Sun. 1 - 3. SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, and luxury penthouse suite, air, 5 appliances, $1,360 plus parking, $l,470 plus parking, $1,925 plus parking. Call (905) 571–3760 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA, close to 401. Nice, quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities included. 1-bdrm, Sept 1, $729, 3-bdrm Sept 1st, $929. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm. SOUTH AJAX legal basement apt, one bedroom, den/office in quiet adult home, fully equipped eat-in kitchen, liv- ingroom, 3-pc bath, separate entrance, parking. Nice loca- tion close to all amenities. Suits one business person. Please no smokers or pets. $825/month all inclusive ex- cept cable. First/last, refer- ences required Avail Aug 1. Call 905-428-8624 SPACIOUS 1-BEDROOM plus den/office. Available Sept 1st. Prestigious neighbourhood (Mary/Connaught) private en- trance by pool & courtyard, gas fireplace, steam bath, parking. Looking for quiet ma- ture non-smoker. $875/month, utilities and cable included. Please leave message. (905)434–2861. 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 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.reals- tar.ca SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com ✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀ EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST required for trendy salon in Pickering. 905-426-2005 ✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀ 514 Salon & Spa Help 514 Salon & Spa Help GAS FITTER 2 or 1 Own truck and tools. Fax resume 905-831-4690 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Well established Heavy Metal Fabricator, in Ajax, is currently seeking applications for "PLATE FITTERS & WELDERS" Minimum 7-10 year exp. We offer top wages and benefits. Fax resume to (905)428-6933 PART-TIME SECRETARY needed for busy real estate office. Alternate evenings and weekends (5pm-9pm, Sat. 9am-5pm Sun. 11:00am-3:00pm) Please fax resume to: 905-619-2500 or drop off at 513 Westney Road South, Ajax 525 Office Help 525 Office Help PLASTIC INJECTION MOULD MAKERS 5 years experience Fax resume to:(905) 434-7939 email: e_vandeklippe@awcco.com Earn more, stress less! Join the dynamic growing team at Travel Choice American Express today and become a successful Entrepreneur tomorrow. We are looking for strong independent agents willing to work with your own clients from home or within one of our prominent locations across Canada. We offer: • Above average commission & benefits programs • Professional, fully automated working environment • Great travel benefits • Marketing support for local initiatives • Worldwide Network buying power • Worldwide Customer Care Call today for a free consultation on how to succeed in our group! Cheryl Mastinsek 905-428-1328 Email: cmastinsek@travelchoice.ca 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents is seeking 1 FULL TIME USED CAR SALESPERSON to start immediately. We are an innovative customer oriented company looking for a dedicated team player. Experience preferred but not necessary. Call Mark @ (905) 683-4100 MENZIES CHRYSLER 1602 Champlain Ave. Whitby, Ont. NEW/USED AUTOMOBILE SALESPEOPLE REQUIRED If you are ready for the next step in your sales career, Sheridan Chev-Olds Cadillac Ltd. has the opportunity for you! For over 25 years Sheridan has earned the reputation as the quality dealership, where employees grow and succeed. If you are ready to achieve financial and professional success, and have the commitment to achieve these goals, please call to arrange an interview. Carey May, New Car Manager Dennis Gazarek, Used Car Manager 905-683-9333 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents If you have 10 arms & can handle 20 things @ 1 time all with a smile on your face and sense of humour then our busy chiropractic office is looking for you! Front desk/Assistant Part-time 3 days/wk, 10 hours. No Experience Necessary, We will Train Previous applicants need not apply. Bring resume to Group Interview on Wednesday, Aughst 6th at 7:00 pm sharp 1420 Bayly St, Unit #4, Pickering No phone calls please Only successful applicants will be contacted 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental RN - FULL-TIME EVENINGS RPNS PART-TIME ALL SHIFTS Mail or fax resume to: M. Misetic, DOC Community Nursing Home 1955 Valleyfarm Road Pickering, ON L1V 3R6 Fax # 905-420-6030 *FIRST TIME BUYERS* Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with no money down, under $1,200/month Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID# 7051 ReMax County-Town Realty Inc. 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale TREED LOTS FOR SALE 100' X 600' approximately 1.5 acres across from lake from $69,000. LOTS FOR SALE Spectacular view of Lake Scugog in Port Perry, approximately 2 acres nestled in with prestigious homes. $155,000 INDUSTRIAL LAND, PERFECT LOCATION Thickson/Wentworth, 1 minute to the 401, backing onto Lake Ontario and walking trails. From block of 2 acres to 21 acres. Priced $169,000 per acre. Zones M/A. Ready for immediate building. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION email: rick@fourteenestates.com (905) 985-3724 or (905) 427-0390 135 Lots & Acreages 135 Lots & Acreages 33 & 77 F alby Crt., Ajax Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.a jaxapartments.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help ® Travel Services Independent Sales Associates Don’t Forget Our Classified Deadlines: Mon. 2:30 p.m. for Tues. paper. Tues. 2:30 p.m. Wed. paper Thurs. 2:30 p.m. for Fri. paper Fri. 2:30 p.m. for Sun. paper WHITBY 3 bed. apt. newly renovated, upper floor of tri- plex, hardwood floors, $850/ mon+hydro+gas. Available Sept. 1st. Call 6-9 pm. 905- 430–7567 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM main floor of house, 4 pc. bath, liv- ingroom, diningroom, large kitchen, shared laundry, cen- tral air. $1225 mo. plus 2/3 utilities, no pets, no-smoking, first, last references required. Available immediatley. Call for appt. 905-655–9624. Please leave message. WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units available, park like setting, close to down- town, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balcony, parking. 905-430–5420. www.reals- tar.ca WHITES RD./FINCH 1-Bed- room basement, private en- trance, parking, laundry, pre- fer single professional, non- smoker, $800 plus 1/3 utili- ties, first/last. Available im- mediately. 905-420–4233. WILSON/BLOOR, SPOTLESS main floor, 1-bedroom plus loft, ceramic tiles, oak kitch- en, huge yard, 5 appliances, parking, no pets/smoking. $1100+ 2/3 utilities. Sept. 1 (905)725–3417. Short Term Rentals174 PROFESSIONAL FAMILY seeking short term accom- modation in house/cottage/apt. for approx. 6 weeks starting Oct. 2nd. Parents with 2 small children and one well-ba- haved dog. (Due to closing date on new home). Refer- ences available. Prefer Port Perry Oshawa, Whitby, Ux- bridge area. Call 905-720– 1562. WEEKLY HALL RENTALS 1955 Valleyfarm Rd. Picker- ing. Hourly rates, air condi- tioned, seats 250 people. Please call Donald Lafontaine at 905-666-8431 after 5:00-pm Condominiums For Rent180 2 BEDROOM AJAX condo. Non smokers, no pets, all in- clusive, cable extra. Avail Sept. 1. Call 905-426–7040 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. Houses For Rent185 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 BUNGALOW, south Ajax, parking, quiet res- idential area, no pets, non- smoking, first/last. Available immediately. References re- quired. $1100/month plus util- ities. (905)683-5480 PICKERING WHITES/BAYLY 4-bedroom newly renovated dream upper, 1-1/2 baths, garage, 5-appliances, deck, lr/ dr/fr w/fireplace $1450+70% utilities no smoking/pets. 647-280-4074 www.upscaler- entals.ca AJAX, AVAILABLE SEPT 1st. Large, 4-bedrooms, 3 bath- rooms, large deck, garage, familyroom, tastefully deco- rated. $1650 inclusive. Dennis Morgan 416-587-0060, 905- 831–9500 AJAX, WESTNEY/Magill, 2200sq.ft. 4-bedroom, large kitchen with eat-in, family room with fireplace, main floor laundry, 2-1/2 baths, fenced, air, $1475/month plus utilities. Available Sept 1st. Call (416)274-2667. AN UNBEATABLE DEAL! 0 down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. Minimum income re- quired per household is $30,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma at Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905) 728- 1600 24 hour pager. COUNTRY HOME in MOR- GANSTON (south of Wark- worth), 2 storey, 2 bedroom brick house, eat-in kitchen, woodstove, 1 1/2 baths, main floor laundry room, sun room, large backyard, paved drive, garage, patio-deck, garden plot, $700/month plus utilities with a $600 security deposit down, references required. House available for viewing Sundays only. Call 905-344- 5021. Available September 1. SOUTH PICKERING custom built home with large lot, mature trees, waterfront view. 3-bedrooms, 1-washroom. suits professional couple, non-smoking, no pets first/ last, security deposit. $1450/ month, 2-year lease. 1-800- 361–6766 days 416-930-9062 evenings. Avail Sept 1. LAKE SCUGOG waterfront 2- bedroom open concept home with fireplace. Big backyard with dock, good swimming. Five appliances. $895 plus utilities. Call 705-340-5479. OSHAWA - Wentworth/Cedar - clean 3 bedroom semi. Parking, deck, air, $1050+utilities.. HWY 2/ATHABASKA - Clean 3 bed- room bungalow. Parking, air, $1250+utilities. No pets/no smoking, both available Sept. 1st. 905-721-9581. OWN YOUR OWN HOUSE!No money down, OAC. Ask how. Wade Kovacic, Sales Rep. Remax Cornerstone, 905-623- 6000. PICKERING - 3-BDRM main floor, h/w floors, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, Go/shopping. $1200 + 1/2 utili- ties. Avail Sept. 1st. Call Michael - Days 905-427-4077 ext 24, Evenings/Weekends 905-442- 0020 PICKERING, HWY 7/Westney, small cozy 3-bedroom farm house with barn. Suits couple. Great for horses. Will rent sepa- rately. Available August 1st. (905)428–7407 PORT PERRY - 3-bedroom, 2- bathroom house, gas heat, cen- tral air. Available September 1st. Call 905-985-3338 after 6 p.m. SIMCOE ST. N. of Taunton 3bed- room bungalow, large kitchen, huge backyard, detached garage, large deck, $1250 plus utilities, First/last, (905)479–0008 SOUTH AJAX - Pickering beach. Large, mature lot, steps to Lake Ontario. Completely renovated bungalow. 2+1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, finished base- ment/wet bar/laundry. No smok- ing/pets. $l,200 + Utilities/month. Call (905) 706–6558 Townhouses For Rent190 AVAIL. SEPT 1ST.3-bdrm, fin- ished bsmt, 1-1/2 baths, 5 appli- ances, gas heated, close to 401/GO & Pickering Town Centre. First/last/references, No smoking/pets $1300+utilities. (416)677–5773 BOWMANVILLE 4-bedroom townhouse, gas heat & air, close to 401 and amenities. Available immediately, $1150 plus utili- ties, 613-333-1415; 613-334- 1808 leave message CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COLBORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utitlles included. Call (905)434- 3972. www.realstar.ca Open houseMon 6 p.m. -8 p.m. GEORGIAN STYLE TOWN home in Whitby, 2 master bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, finished basement w/gas fireplace, 6 new appli- ances, air, no pets, references +credit check, $1,500/mo. Available Aug. 1st. 905-430- 0404 N.E. OSHAWA,3-bedroom townhouse, spacious 1-1/2 baths, available Sept 1st. $995 plus hydro. No pets. First/last. Please call Aurelia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. (905)728–1600. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground Close to all ameni- ties. Fenced backyards. 905- 436-3346. www.realstar.ca Housing Wanted191 MATURE QUIET,responsible couple, for home, semi/town- house. Need reasonable rate, will maintain to perfection. 905-720- 2531,/ 905-431-9303. Avail. for Sept. 15. SENIOR COUPLE,excellent housekeepers, love yard work, no pets, no smoking, desire house in quiet area. Telephone (416) 253–9402 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AJAX ROOM for rent - Use of facilities. Working female pre- ferred. $425 monthly first/last required. Call 905-686-4126. AJAX - furnished room, parking, private washroom, use of kitchen, non-smoker, $500/monthly/first/last. 905- 683–7613 CHURCH/DELANEY - large fur- nished one bedroom in house, share kitchen, laundry. All util. including cable. Easy access to public transit. $550/month. 905- 428–1373; 416-305-0800. ROOM - ADELALAIDE/MARY Oshawa.Suit quiet working mature adult non-smoker, parking, Cable TV +kitchen privileges. $310-$350/month, first/last. 905-447-8063. Shared Accommodation194 HARWOOD/HWY 2 one-bed- room. Share bathroom & kitchen, laundry, cable, 1 parking. Prefer professional female. $500/month inclusive. First/last. No smoking/pets. 905-619-1427 leave msg. PICKERING HOUSE - Large, quiet, everything included, Parking, private bedroom, utilities, appliances, laundry, t.v, internet, phone. Responsible person or female preferred. $750/mth. 905-424- 8833. Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, 2-3 bedroom furnished manufac- tured homes. 85º pool, 105º hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions,Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Cottages For Rent209 BOBCAYGEON 1 & 2 bedroom fully-equipped cottages for rent. Sandy beach, good swimming. Pets welcome. Call 905-243-4646. Mobile Homes & Parks210 1994 20FT. PONTOON BOAT, 40Hp Mercury, set-up for lei- sure and fishing, everything included. Asking $13,500 for details call after 6pm. (905)430–4970. Motor Homes211 1984 FORD 350 18 ft. RV, new paint, air, bathroom with shower, kitchen appliances, very good condition, only 85,000 km. must see! 905- 837–0382 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 1990, 31-FT PARK MODEL, Prowler trailer. Like new, sleeps 9, bunks, awning, deck, shed. On Rice Lake. $12,500 obo. Call 905-666- 3149 Boats & Supplies232 18.5-ft TEMPEST RUNABOUT 185hp. I/O EZ Loader trailer. All accessories included. $4500 OBO or trade for car of equal value. 905-429-9249 DORAL 220 centre console with 150 hp. Mercury, Shore- lander trailer, Vimini dual bat- teries and switch, all acces- sories. $21,900. Call Steve 888-641-4622, located on Lake Scugog. SAILBOAT - 1981 25' Bayfield, sleeps 4, galley, head, VHF, 5 sails, New Ultrafurl system '03, Yanmar diesel. Lying Pef- ferlaw. $14,800. 905-715-5959 Articles For Sale310 1/2 PRICE DRAPERY FABRIC, custom made draperies, valances, swags, lace, sheers, sofa covers, embroi- dered table cloth/runner, bed- spreads. $5.00-$100. 905- 683-5610 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premi- um pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686-2314. 2OO LAYING CHICKENS, (All), 3 sheds, 1-fridge, 3 sets scales -large, med. sm., Hand & electric tools, many small appliances including mi- crowave & stand, dining room set, 6 chairs, tables and china cabinet. Patio set, 6 chairs with pads, umbrella & table. Large French Provincial sofa & matching chair, 2 lazy boy chairs, many lamps, collect- ible, vases & plates, com- plete set of flatware in box, 2 TVs 1-24", 1-13". & Curio cabi- nets, 4 computer desks and office chairs, 4 computers just like new, not a year old, 2 printers, 1-Lazer, 1-Bubble, 2 complete sets of dishes, 8 wine glasses (24k gold, inlaid crystal, 1 set of expresso- cups, plates, spoons, Bone China. 3-Clocks, 1-Cuckoo, sm. Grandfather and table display. Very large collection of Ashton Drake Porcelain Dolls (30), 1 Princess Diana Red Dress, with wooden cabi- net, collection of Barbie Dolls, and many other very rare dolls. Match box dies casts from 1962-1999, most in box- es, 10,000pcs. Corgi die casts, 40 pc. approx. Die cast American Muscle 1/64 scale 200 pcs., all new in box. Die cast Eagle Racing 1/43 scale 500 pcs. all new in box. Diecast Maisto 1/24th scale 400 pc., new in box. Die cast 1/18th scale, variety (50pcs,) all new in box. Die cast Maisto Harley Davidson Motorcycles, approx. 300 all new in boxes, brand new board games, very old Monopoly, Cribbage, Backgammon approx. 400. Large variety of all other types of collectables, including 100's of skipping ropes and boomerangs, glow in the dark stickers. Call for inquires. 905- 983–6339 or leave message. 9 PC. DINING ROOM, light oak. 4 sides, 2 arms, like new. 905- 767–3659. 9PC DRUM SET,hardware and cymbals, $1200. Call (905)430–0506. A KING pillowtop mattress set, New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416- 746-0995 NEW DANBY WINDOW air conditioners, 5,100 btu's, to 12,000 btu's. $189 and up. 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. A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CARPETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds.). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free upgrade to 12 mm premium pad with every in- stallation, 20 oz. Berber carpet starting at 69¢ sq. ft., carpet only. Lots of selection for every budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260. PIANOS/CLOCKS-"END OF SCHOOL SPECIALS" on all Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433- 1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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. Dehumidifi- ers $100. Large selection of appliances. Visit our show- room. BEAT THE RUSH, keep cool get your Air conditioner now! Barbecue Parts. Parts/ sales/service. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9- 5pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. APPLIANCES Fridge frost free, stove 30", immaculate ap- pearance $475 pair. New model large capacity direct drive washer $250, dryer $200. Great condition 5yr old washer/dryer $275. 905-439– 6446 APPLIANCES refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment- size washer & dryer. Mint condition, will sell separately, can deliver. 905-839–0098 PRIDE 3-POSITION lift-chair, black-cherry, paid $1469; Rubbermaid transfer-tub/ bench, paid $170; floor-to- ceiling super-pole paid $285; manual-wheelchair for large- adult, original-cost $2,000, INDIVIDUALLY or as package, $2,000 firm. All mint-condi- tion. 905-263-4700. BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, orthopedic Mattress set, Nev- er Used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741- 7557 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 CARPETS, LAMINATE AND VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 30sq. yds. for $319 Commercial carpet including premier un- derpad and installation. Lami- nate $1.69sq. ft. Click System. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. ComputerDeals.Net (www) Pentium Internet starter $299. Brand new powerful custom built computers from $599. Off lease lap tops, big selection from $449. Monitor 17"@$149, 19"@$199. 18 years experi- ence, we love doing upgrades & difficult repairs. (905)655– 3661. COMPUTERS: BITS AND Bytes Computers Services. P-200 Tower complete system $185.00, P2-350 Tower com- plete system $255.00; P3-450 complete system $320; Complete systems includes: 15" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. FREE 17'' Monitor Upgrade with any system, purchase while quantity last. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes CONTENTS SALE: dining room, living room, bedroom and garden furniture, mint condition. Call 905-668–8705 DININGROOM 13 PCE cherry, 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER Noma, 9 amp with had cover bag. Excellent condition, ask- ing $95. (905)576–1459 (snp) EXERCISE EQUIPMENT Soloflex with leg, butterfly at- tachments and weights. www.soloflex.com $900 or best offer. 905-839–6146 CRAFTMATIC BEDS 2- single or king 2-yrs; oak pedestal 4- chairs, $850; sofa/loveseat, chair $750; wrought-iron bak- ers rack $350; Gilanti Organ $400; double bedroom set $450; single bed $200; queen- sized oak bedroom $1500; portable dishwasher 4-mos (paid $800) $300; oak table & chairs $300. 905-260-1236. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. (416)746-0995. CUSTOM MADE Kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash color cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom, or cottage. 905- 697-9462 (snp) MOVING SALE:Three bed- room sets, 7pc each, $900/ set. 905-428–8413 NEED A COMPUTER?Don't Have Cash? IBM, Gateway & Compact PC's, As Low as $1 a Day! No Money Down! Call BrandsNOW! 1-800-656-8369 www.dollaraday.com BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE Mahog- any china cabinet, refinished $1200; Antique Spinning Wheel w/old basket of acces- sories $350; Oak Gingerbread Clock, mint $250. 905-728- 2927 OLDER 16FT SKI BOAT w/ 70hp Evinrude, cradle ride trailer, good condition $2,200 o.b.o.; Older style skate sharpening machine, good condition $150 o.b.o.; Samick piano, like new $2,500 o.b.o. (705)357–3493 ONTARIO BEEF -grain fed, government inspected. Cut to your satisfaction. $1.70/lb. cut & wrapped, while beef sup- plies last on farm. Selling whole, halfs or split halfs. (705) 432–3031 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.barb- hall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATIION MOD CHIPS, Play backed-up and foreign ti- tles. PS1 Chip: $65. PS2 Chip: $95 (vs 1-4), $175 (vs 5-7). XBOX Chip: $175. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our list of used games. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 WEDDING DRESS, size 10- 12, white, satin, detachable chapel train, spaghetti straps, beaded & sequined lace, pro- fessionally cleaned, $800. (905)837–2630 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. SOLID MAPLE DINING ROOM SET. All drawers dovetail fin- ished. Duncan & Fyffe table plus 4 chairs, server, buffet and hutch. Asking $3900. Call after 6pm 905-427–0329. SONY 53" big screen tele- vision, only 3 years old and in new condition, hardly used. $2,000 firm. Call (905) 922- 9017 TELEVISION Projection 50" Hitachi, light on wheels, mint condition, 4yrs old, screen saver, picture-in-picture, manual, paid $3200, asking $1499 firm. 905-728–5199 STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. TICKETS FOR SALE - Christine Aguillera/Justin Timberlake, rolling stones, radio head, Dave Matthews, Vince Carter basketball and other concerts. Buy and Sell. (905) 626-5568 TWO LEATHER LOVESEATS ($700 each) & ottoman ($200). Sklar, salmon co- loured, excellent condition, (new cost $3000) 905-430- 8433 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905) 436-1024 YAMAHA KEYBOARDS,com- plete w/stands, benches & pedals, actual piano sound & feel. Mint condition. 905-686– 9296 Articles Wanted315 OAK AND MAPLE kitchen and dining furniture, formal dining room furniture, clean living room furniture and bedroom furniture, newer major ap- pliances. Will pickup and pay cash. 905-260-1236 Vendors Wanted316 WANTED - VENDORS for the Whitby Home Show, Sept. 5, 6, 7. Limited Space Available. Call 905-579-4400 Devon ext. 2236 or Wendy ext. 2215 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 FREE TO GOOD HOME - Himalayan male, 1yr old, all shots. ALSO tabby kittens. Call 905-831-2145.cnp PUPPIES, Shitzu, Standard & Toy Poodles, Shelties, Dober- mans, Cocker Spaniels, Pug- poos, Golden Retrievers, Mal- tese, Chihuahua, Chi-pon, "Sheppard-X, Lab-X, Collie-X Springer Spaniel-X, Pugpoos $175." Kittens, Himalayans & Persians. 905-831-2145. Grooming Services avail. TSURO DOG TRAINING - real training for real dogs. 905- 797-2855, Oshawa 905-432- 8318. www.tsurodogtraining.com Cars For Sale400 1986 NISSAN 300ZX GL 2x2, black, 5-spd, certified & e- tested, $4000 obo. Call after 6pm 905-721–2914 1989 VOLKSWAGEN CABRI- OLET Carmenn Edition, 148,000 km, black w/tan roof, convertible. Tinted windows, no rust, alarm, am/fm CD, 4cyl-5spd, $5,800 obo. 905- 839–2444 1990 LINCOLN TOWN car, fully loaded, 279,367 kil., good condition, $4,500. Phone (905) 786–2980 1993 BONNEVILLE SSE, $3499; 1994 Grand Am, $2999; 1988 Chevy one-Ton van $2899;other cars from $1899 + up. Certified & e-test- ed, (Kelly & Sons) 905-683- 7301 or 905-424-9002 after 6 p.m. 1993 MAZDA MX3 PRECIDIA, 2dr, p.sunroof, V6 auto, cert & emission tested. 205,000km, $3800.obo. 905-434-0392. 1994 CORSICA, 4dr, a/c, runs great, very good condition. $3,250 certified/e-tested. Call 905-404–8695 1995 GRAND PRIX SE,excel- lent condition, everything new, $5,000 obo. Must be seen. 905-723-8513. 1995 HYUNDI ACCENT, good condition, $1900. Call (416)898-6715. 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, 4 dr. auto, air, am/fm cass, 118,000km, 4cyl., cert. & emission tested, asking $6,000 obo. 905-434-0392. 1998 CHEV MALIBU LS, load- ed, V6, leather, sunroof, 96,000 km, free oil changes included, new brakes, Emis- sions-tested, Call 905-728- 0969. 1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER 4-cylinder, automatic, 4-door, air conditioning, 96,000-kms, $7495. 1995 CHEVROLET CAVALIER, 4-cylinder, au- tomatic, 4-door, air condition- ing, 174,000-kms, $4695. Both cars Certified/Emissions/War- ranty available. Financing available. 90-718-5032 dealer. 1999 volkswagon golf 4-cyl auto, am/fm cassette, A/C, lady driven, non-smoker, 27,000km, $12500 certified. Call 905-579-5961 1988 CADILLAC Coupe De Ville, factory sunroof, off-white thick vinyl roof. 4.5L engine, body off-white w/white leather upholstery. New whitewalls tires, 167,000km. A luxury & sporty car. Certified/e-tested. $5,000. 905-436–1468 2000 BUICK REGAL GS Su- percharge, black, fully loaded, certified & e-tested, drives like a dream! 3yr. warranty (bal- ance of 60,000km) Call for more info, must be seen, (905)720- 2218, (905)242-4401 (snp) 2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, 4 dr. silver 2.2, auto, air, p/l, war- ranty, rustproofed, certified & e-tested, one owner $11,000. 905-683–2768 93 CHEV EXT-CAB 4X4 $13,200, 97 Chev Lumina $6495, 95 Chrysler Cirrus $4995, 96 Pontiac Grand Am $5995, '00 Mazda B3000 $9995, 97 Chrylser Intrepid $5495, 92 Buick LeSabre $2995, '01 Sunfire 4dr $12495, 94 Grand Am $4695, 97 Ponti- ac Sunfire $6495, 91 Chev Blazer 4x4 $3995, All cert & e- tested Cruzn' Motorsports, 22 Silver St. (at Church), Bow- manville 905-697-0096. 2002 NEON, automatic, 4 dr., gray, air, cd, assume 3 yr. lease at $350 per mo. Call (905) 434- 5975 2002 DODGE GRAND CARA- VAN Olympic edition, private sale, like new, must sell, non- smoking, all warranties, many options asking $26,9000 obo. 905-665–5114 98 CHEV MALIBU,air, excel- lent condition, certified, E- tested, $6,850.00 ask for Chris. 905-665–0439 AUTO ONE -912 Brock St. N. Whitby, L1N 4J6; 905-666– 1294. 2001 Monte Carlo SS, 97,000k, silver, $14,400; 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, black, 166,000k, $9450; 2000 Chevy Malibu, fully loaded, 170k, $7950; 1997 Plymouth Breeze, 133k, $5500; 1997 Pontiac Grand Am, V6, fully loaded, 173k, $6500; 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, 147k, $4950; 1995 Ford F150, regular cab, fully loaded, 117k, $8950. 1996 Honda Accord, fully loaded, 130k, $9500. Lubrico Warran- ty available 1983 VW RABBIT, 4 cyl, auto, ps, 2-dr, blue, cert. (e-tested last year), not needed now 20 years old), kms 125,000. $1950. obo. Call 9-5:30, 905- 985-3932. Cars Wanted405 JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. Trucks For Sale410 1983 FORD F150,300, 6 cyl., automatic, sunroof, new front fenders and tailgate, new ball joints and front brakes, no holes, box liner rear tires new, works good, great farm truck. $l,500 as is. No emissions needed. (705) 328-0402 1984 S-10 Automatic, match- ing cap. Excellent body, new transmission, e-tested. 260k $1950. Must sell. Call Alex 905-438-1523 1991 SONOMA S10.5-speed truck in good running condition. High mileage (mainly Hwy) $1500 as is obo. Call 905-721- 0960 or 905-434-2437 leave message. 1997 DODGE RAM 1500, 4x4 pickup, power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, low mileage, $16,000, 905-342- 2704. 2002 DODGE RAM 1500 Quad Cab Sport, red, loaded, 20" rims, 45,000-kms, immaculate, $30,000. Will trade for farm truck plus cash. 905-263–9936 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1998 ASTRO VAN,8 passenger, extended, PW/PD, air, very clean, 115kms. asking $9,500. call for details, 905-623–6962 1998 CHEV VENTURE 200+ hwy km. Red, Clean 7-passenger family transportation. Must sell. Asking $5500 certified. best offer. 905-728–6428 Driving Schools447 Announcements255 Personals268 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 LIVE IN CAREGIVER for newborn required immediately. Non- smoker. Pickering area. 905- 837–0904 PART-TIME COOK & Dietary Aid required for long term care facil- ity in Ajax. Days & wknd shifts. Food Handlers certification pre- ferred. Fax resume to 905-426- 6297. SINGLES DANCE Sat. August 2nd 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Sun. August 3rd 8 p.m. - Midnight Professional DJ JUBILEE PAVILION 55 Lakeview Park, Oshawa Admission - $10.00 (905) 626-3575 NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 S & B DRIVING SCHOOL (MTO- APPROVED Course Provider) Full Course $249. 10 In-car Lessons $170. Free pick-up and drop-off (416) 287-3060 A ABLE TO PAY up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. 905-686-1899 • 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 of Pickering Need a car? Bad Credit No Credit We Can Help Trade or Down may be required Call Theresa 905-421-9191 RESTART CREDIT DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2003 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL ROMAN OR JOHN BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT 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 All Pool Work Service / Construction Insurance Claims 1-800-72-SHARK 1-800-727-4275 Pools 905-619-1097 VIDEOs to DVD! “Save Your Precious memories” We Also Do DVD Photo Albums www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 23 A/P READING, WRITING, AND SPELLING DIFFICULTIES? Help you child or train to help others. Workshop in Oshawa, August 16-17 for parents and educators to teach reading, writing and spelling using multisensory program. Conducted by certified reading specialist. Proven effective. Call (905) 579-1315 279 Tutoring 279 Tutoring My name is Sasha. I’m a 2+ year old Husky/Shepherd mix. I’m in the market for a new owner. All I ask for is a good, loving home with lots of room for me to run and play. I will be a good companion to your family. I love children, car rides and the outdoors. If you can offer these things to me then I’m FREE for the taking. If you’re serious please phone 905-623-3187 after 5pm. 370 Pets, Supplies, Boarding 370 Pets, Supplies, Boarding CREDIT PROBLEMS... NO PROBLEM TO US!! • Slow credit • Poor Credit • Bankrupt (discharged) • New Immigrant/Refugee • 1st time buyer OVER 100 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM ALL MAKES AND MODELS The sooner you call us the quicker you’re driving CONTACT: JORDAN HUTCHINSON SPECIAL FINANCE DEPT. (416) 264-2311 ext. 325 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 405 Cars Wanted 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 BABYSITTING available in my Ajax-Delaney/Brockman area home. From ages 2 & up. call Rita at 905-686–7076 WHITES RD/STROUDS Moth- er of 2 has full-time openings, ages infants & up . Lunch & snacks provided. Finished basement, receipts avail. 12yrs experience. Part-time welcome. 905-420–0940. 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. WESTNEY / RITCHIE Experi- enced loving daycare in Ajax for all ages. Large backyard, nutritious meals, activities. Call 905-428–8649 FINDING CHILDCARE has never been easier! Connect- ing providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com 905-665-2346. Health & Homecare285 HEALTHCARE AID,graduate of Durham College is avail. to do homecare. 20 years ex- perience. Call 905-683–1778 Mortgages Loans165 $$$MONEY FOR ANY PUR- POSE$$$ -Specialized in hard to place mortgages, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as low as 4%. When your bank says no, call us! Debt console, mortgage or tax arrears okay. Ontario Wide 1-888-591-6057. $$ MONEY $$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888- 307-7799. $$MORTGAGES$$ Best Rates available!! 1st./2nd mortgages, bankrupt, poor credit, self- employed, no income. HMC 1- 800-699-0792 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. 1ST OR 2ND MORTGAGES - Fast approval. Also line of credit and debt consult. Bad Credit -not a problem. Janet (905)831-9137 $$ 1ST & 2ND MTGES $$Debt Consolidations, Refinancing, Credit issues, Preapprovals, Cashbacks, Low rates, Residential/Commercial. Call Dennis at (289)314-1102 www.mortgagebid.ca BUSINESS FINANCE SPECIAL- IST Business loans for all pur- poses. From Prime +1%. 905- 690-9875. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.85% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call 905- 666-4986. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & protection for your assets. Call now: 905-576- 3505 House Cleaning556 HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable experi- enced person with flexible hours. Reasonable rates Call 905-434- 9767. Home Improvements700 Painting and Decorating710 Flooring, Carpeting730 Gardening & Landscaping735 Party Services753 SOFTTUB RENTALS New in Durham. RENT NOW for Par- ties, Family Fun, Therapy or Romance. Tubs of Fun Rentals 905-439-TUBS (8827) Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE! 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Scarborough to Ajax area Call Don (cell) (416)409–4143 PAINT BY NUMBERS Interior Painting Good quality work is cheaper than you think (905)428–3654 GM PAINTING Interior & Exterior 20 Yrs Experience FREE ESTIMATES 10% off-Exp. Aug 12 905-427-3590 or 905-706-8975 Gerald MacIsaac All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative Finishes & General Repairs 20% off for Seniors (905)404-9669 PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential -Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates-over 20 years experience Call 905-837–9722 G.C.B. CONSTRUCTION General Home Renovations & Improvements All work guaranteed Craig 905-686-1913 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 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 249 Coming Events 249 Coming Events just opened at 900 Sandy Beach Road, Pickering. Choosing long term care accommodation at Bay Ridges gives you the option of selecting a basic room or a preferred accommodation package in our spacious home areas. Preferred accommodation is available in a carpeted, private room with an en-suite bathroom. The preferred package also includes: * Free cable and Bell Canada hook up on admission * Monthly foot care by a trained specialist * By-monthly hair cut and style in our hair salon * Tickets to attend 3 Chez Maison evenings with a guest * Free transportation on resident outings Our residents tell us that they especially enjoy our food, prepared by our in-house chef, the beautiful landscaped gardens, cosy home areas and our caring and friendly staff. To book a tour at Bay Ridges, please call Marlene Wotten at 905-837-8745 x 222 or contact Durham Access to Care at 1-800-263-3877 for more information about long term care admission BAY RIDGES LONG TERM CARE CENTRE 255 Announcements 255 Announcements 255 Announcements ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME C OME W ORSHIP & Publishes every Friday To Advertise your Church Services call Janice at 905-683-0707 Fax: 905-579-4218 or email jsam@durhamregion.com 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship MR. C'S GIANT WAREHOUSE SALE Housewares, hardware, giftware and much more. Come early for best selection. Sat. Sun. Mon. Aug. 2,3,4, 9am to 5pm 23 Barr Rd. Ajax (Westney Rd. S) MOVING SALE Saturday, August 2 8am-2pm Furniture, plus 29 Barnard - (Off Cluett, South Ajax) 905-427-9214 YARD SALE Aug. 2nd, 3rd, 4th - 8:30 a.m - ? 2610 Brock Rd. Pickering (1/4 mi. N. of Rossland) Videos, LP's, 45's, 78's, CD's, cassettes, software, books, tools, collectables etc. 320 Garage/Yard Sales 320 Garage/Yard Sales Where every day Is Payday! PAYDAY LOANS 310-CASH CALL 2 2 7 4 Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 165 Mortgages Loans 165 Mortgages Loans 165 Mortgages Loans GARAGE (STREET) SALE Saturday August 2nd, 7:30am 1555 Nipissing Crt. Pickering (Whites/Finch) Couch, change table/drawer set, stroller, gift items, toys handyperson specials, books & more A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS • Shingles of all types, flats of any size • Soffit • Fascia • Eavestrough • Skylights • Spring Special - 15% off all vinyl products • Int. free financing for up to 12 months • Double warranty guaranteed, fully transferable • W.S.I.B. • Fully Insured (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 6 months No Interest, No Payment (OAC) A&A ROOFING SHINGLE ROOFING - FLAT ROOFING •REPAIRS •WINDOWS • DOORS F ree Estimates Since 1975 C all 905-426-1512 CARPET SALES Carpet installation Vinyl, Hardwood & Laminate Stretching/ Repairing Experienced installation. Lowest Price Call Akram 416-418-1798 HOT TUB RENTALS________________________ Liven up your next party or romantic evening with a hot tub! JSM Enterprises 905-837-8813 753 Party Services 753 Party Services 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 In loving memory of a wonderful father, WILLIAM "BILL" ASHTON who passed away three years ago on August 2, 2000 What I'd give if I could say Hello Dad in the same old way, To hear your voice, see your smile, To sit with you and chat awhile. So you who have a father, Cherish him with care, For you'll never know the heartache, Till you see his vacant chair. Lovingly remembered by daughter Cathy & son-in-law Rick Jarvis, and grandchildren Mike & Paige 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available 710 Painting and Decorating Classified INDEX 100 Houses For Sale 102 Open Houses 103 Private Sales 105 Townhouses For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale 115 Farms For Sale, Rent & Wanted 120 Out of Town Properties 125 Property Outside Canada 130 Housing Wanted 135 Lots & Acreages 140 Investment/Business Properties 145 Industrial/Commercial Space 150 Office & Business Space 155 Stores For Sale, Rent/Wanted 159 Investment Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 161 Franchises 162 Insurance 163 Professional Directory 164 Tax & Financial 165 Mortgages, Loans 166 Accountants 167 Office/Industrial Equipment 168 Business Services/Personals 169 Computer/Internet 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 172 Furnished Apartments 174 Short Term Rentals 175 Apartments & Flats Wanted 180 Condominiums For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 191 Housing Wanted 192 Rooms For Rent & Wanted 193 Room & Bd. Avail. & Wanted 194 Shared Accommodation 195 Retirement Living 196 Halls & Lodges 200 Vacation Properties 205 Rentals Outside Canada 210 Mobile Homes & Parks 211 Motor Homes 215 Campers, Trailers, Sites 225 Camping Equipment 230 Sports Equipment 231 Aviation 232 Boats & Supplies 233 Snowmobiles 234 Pools & Supplies 235 Resorts, Camps 236 Travel 237 Hobbies & Crafts 239 Women’s column 245 Births 246 Adoptions 248 Birthdays 249 Coming Events 250 Engagements 251 Forthcoming Marriages 252 Marriages 253 Anniversaries 254 Graduations 255 Announcements 256 Deaths 257 Obituaries 258 In Memoriam 259 Cards of Thanks 260 Tenders 261 Legal Notices 262 Public Notices 263 Car Pools/Transportation 265 Lost and Found 267 Companions 268 Personals 269 Support Groups 270 Nannies/live-in/out 271 Mother’s Helpers 272 Nursery Schools 273 Daycare Available 274 Daycare Wanted 275 Babysitting 276 Private Tuition/Schools 277 Music & Dancing Instruction 278 Registration 282 Places of Worship 284 Esthetics/Beauty Services 285 Health & Homecare 286 Senior Services 288 Fitness Services 290 Catering 292 Wedding Planner 293 Astrology 294 Psychics 295 Liaison Services 296 Amusements Clubs 298 Funeral Directors 299 Cemetery Plots 300 Market Basket 301 Flowers and Delivery 302 Farm Service 303 Horse Supplies and Boarding 305 Poultry and Livestock 306 Furniture 307 Clothing 310 Articles for Sale 311 Bicycles 315 Articles Wanted 320 Garage/Yard Sales 325 Auctions 326 Warehouse Sales 330 Firewood 335 Christmas Trees 336 Woodstoves, Fireplace 340 Antiques and Art 345 Baby Needs 348 Restaurant Equipment 350 Industrial Equipment 352 Farm Equipment 353 Appliances 355 Computer and Video 360 TV, Sound Systems 365 Musical Instruments 370 Pets, Supplies, Boarding 375 Photography 380 Swap and Trade 385 Tickets for Sale 400 Cars For Sale 405 Cars Wanted 410 Trucks For Sale 415 Trucks Wanted 420 Vans/4-Wheel Drive 425 Sports Cars 430 Antique Cars 435 Motorcycles 440 Auto Parts/Supplies & Repairs 445 Auto Leasing & Rentals 446 Auto Financing 447 Driving Schools 450 Auto Care 455 Garage & Storage Space 460 Insurance Services 470 Heavy Duty Equipment 500 Career Training 501 Career Counseling & Resumes 505 Careers 507 Employment Agencies 509 Drivers 510 General Help 511 Retail Opportunities 512 Summer Employment 514 Salon & Spa Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 520 Computer & IT 525 Office Help 529 Inside Sales 530 Sales Help & Agents 532 Retail Sales Help 535 Hospital/Medical/Dental 536 Veterinary Help 537 Holistic Health 540 Hotel/Restaurant 541 Part-Time Help 545 Teaching Opportunities 550 Domestic Help Wanted 555 Domestic Help Available 565 Volunteers 570 Employment Wanted 700 Home Improvements 701 Demoltion, Blasting 702 Garbage Removal/Hauling 705 Handyman 706 Chimney Cleaning, Repair 707 Electrical Services 708 Masonry & Concrete 709 Carpentry 710 Painting and Decorating 715 Moving and Storage 718 Carpet Cleaning 720 Drapes, Upholstery 725 Dressmaking, Tailoring 730 Flooring, Carpeting 735 Gardening Supply, Landscaping 738 Lawnmower Sales, Repairs 740 Snow Removal 746 Courses 750 Appliance Repairs 752 Lessons 900 Dating Services 905 Adult Entertainment 910 Massages www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 1, 2003 PAGE 25 A/P CAREER & HEALTH JOB EXPO Wednesday, September 17 Holiday Inn, Bloor St. E., Oshawa 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - FREE ADMISSION The Solution for Your Hiring Opportunities Special Newspaper Publication Friday, September 12 To participate in this Job Expo Please Call Classifieds Today 905-576-9335 or 905-683-0707 Toronto (416) 798-7259 Participants to Date: Primerica, VON, Career Hair, Lakeridge Health As soon as you have confirmed your space, your business name will automatically appear on all promos, both in print and online at www.durhamregion.com Oshawa • Whitby • Clarington • Port Perry This Week Presents Delivering for the Future What do you call someone who runs their own business, braves summer heat and the winter chill, is on the job in the rain, snow and sleet, is always cheerful and courteous and who brings the product right to your door every time without fail while also trying to conquer the intricacies of math, science and auditioning for the first-chair saxophone in the school band? 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Vandorf St. We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available Love, marriage and a Stones concert BByy JJaaccqquuiiee MMccIInnnneess Contributing Editor AAJJAAXX ——-- There were a lot of Rolling Stones fans that didn't make it to Downsview Park Wednesday night and Mau- reen McGurk, who sat in her daughter's Ajax backyard with a big screen TV, friends and a comfortable seat was one of them. Like many people, her fami- ly decided the best way to see the SARS relief concert was on the television, which they hauled out to the backyard for the occasion, inviting 20 of their closest friends. While some concert fans who stayed home were disap- pointed by the lack of live footage through the night, for the party gathered at the south-Ajax home it was the spirit that counted most. It had special meaning for Mrs. McGurk who recalled another Stones concert where she met her husband of 38 years, John. "It was actually after the concert. They (the Stones) came up to Edinburgh to per- form. They'd only been out a couple of years and we'd all got tickets," she recalls. After the concert, her group was walk- ing down the street, singing and "having a right fine carry on" when they saw some other young people on the other side of the street. Mr. McGurk was one of them. He approached the group and jokingly snatched Mrs. McGurk's Brian Jones poster out of her hand. John wasn't much of a Stones fan as it turned out. "He was a Beatles fan and in those days you could only be a Rolling Stones fan or a Beatles fan," Mrs. McGurk explains. "You couldn't be both." Despite their musical differ- ences, they struck up a con- versation. A date followed and the rest, as they say, was histo- ry. "I am still a fan," says Mrs. McGurk, but the idea of a 12- hour or longer day in the ele- ments of Downsview Park was not in the cards for her . Wendy Baudo actually had tickets for the big day but opted to attend the backyard party held by Lynn McGurk- Weil, with all the comforts of home. A recent shoulder in- jury wouldn't mix with the crowded conditions at the concert, she decided. Neigh- bour Dora Rainthorpe attend- ed the party too although her husband Randy, a Toronto East Command firefighter was at the real thing. "It was a lot- tery system as to who got called. He was one of the lucky ones," she says. Mrs. Rainthor- pe isn't all that big of a Stones fan herself she admits, but she adds,"I just got caught up in the excitement," just like the rest of the GTA. Her emotional rescue Maureen McGurk (left) enjoyed the SARS relief concert from the com- fort of a chair in the backyard of her daughter Lynn McGurk-Weil (right). The concert brought back special memories for Mrs. McGurk who met her husband while walking home from a 1965 Rolling Stones concert in Edinburgh. 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