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News, 24 THE KING RETURNS Lo rd of the Rings wraps up Entertainment, 34 Hope for small schools Kennedy asks for freeze on closures, but move would tie board’s hands By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM -Two years ago, about 100 sign-carrying parents and students filled the public school board’s education cen- tre, fighting to keep their schools open. But with a moratorium on school closures until next fall, announced Friday by Educa- tion Minister Gerard Kennedy, it appears that scene won’t be repeated in two months, when the Durham District School Board’s 2004/05 accommoda- tion plan is made public. Yvonne Sweatman, co-chair- man of the school community council at Valley View Public School in rural Pickering, termed the minister’s an- nouncement “really wonderful news for us. “It’s a sign of good faith that the government is looking at this and the impact closures have on school communities and student bodies.” Mr. Kennedy, in a press re- lease, suggested that by the time the moratorium ends after September 2004, the Province will require boards “specifically to assess the education and community value of the schools being considered for closure, with special consideration for rural schools.” He said “short- term financial considerations have played too large a role in decisions to close schools,” in- cluding some of the most suc- cessful in Ontario. Valley View fits the profile. A small school located in the hamlet of Greenwood, its par- ents fought a vocal and success- ful campaign to keep it open in ✦See Funding page 4 ‘At the end of their leash’ Councillors’ frustration mounts over PAW By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING – Kimberly Poole and Tim Chouinard aren’t the only ones with a bone to pick with Pickering-Ajax-Whitby Animal Services. Pickering councillors Mark Holland and Bill McLean also have a problem with the mu- nicipally-funded organization. Speaking to Ms. Poole’s com- plaint made last week, they say it’s just the most recent in a growing list about the organi- zation. The councillors’ frustration erupted Monday night at the end of a council meeting. “I’m at the end of my rope with this organization, well at the end of my leash,” Coun. Holland said. “I’ve gotten call after call from people fed up and more e-mails today. “We had our own citizens act- ing as PAW and that is horrible. We spend vast amounts of money on this organization.” After Mr. Chouinard found a dog Dec. 9 on the side of Dixie Road in Pickering, he called his friend Ms. Poole for help. She works in a veterinary clinic in Scarborough and believed she knew who to contact. ✦See Customers page 4 Residents across Durham show off their holiday spirit By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM - Long before snow blankets the Re- g ion, another Christ- mas phenomenon helps bring the holi- days alive: lights. They twinkle, sparkle and add splashes of colour to our world as the cold settles in. Driving down neighbourhood streets is no longer dark and dreary, but full of splendour. While many people traditionally wrap strings of glowing bulbs around eaves, trees, windows and porches, light technol- ogy has brought us ici- cle lights, swags, stars and snowflakes, LED strings, illuminated reindeer, angels and snowmen. And for some in Durham, more light options combined with a whole lot of creativity and Christmas spirit means spectacular, ra- diating displays. One famous light display is on Old Scu- gog Road between Hwy. 2 and Taunton Road in Bowmanville. All through December, a steady stream of cars creep along, admiring the expansive houses draped in lights. “It’s just the joy of Christmas,” says Lu- anne McNab, who lives on Taunus Court just off Old Scugog. “We’ve had people (come) up our driveway to say ‘Thank you so much,’ because they come every year. It’s a family event for people.” Area residents have even scattered dona- tion boxes throughout the neighbourhood. Each year they collect thousands of pounds of food, toys and clothes for Durham charities. Oshawa’s Aspen Court residents also collect items for St. Vincent Kitchen as people make the trek to their beaming Har- mony Road and Ade- laide Avenue neigh- bourhood. Here, neighbours “try to outdo one an- other” with light stakes, garlands, wooden signs and bands of lights every- where, says resident Marianne Tracey. The group received a “five- tree rating” from the City last year. ‘It’s just the joy of Christmas. We’ve had people (come) up our driveway to say ‘Thank you so much,’ because they come every year. It’s a family event for people.’ LUANNE MCNAB Cascades of lights are peppered through- out Durham. Here are other hot spots: • 1582 King St., near Old Scugog Road, Prince Albert: 81-year- old Stan Grills still decorates up his house with rotating bears, wooden cut-outs and hundreds of lights. • 553 Rainey Day Dr., near Sheppard Avenue and Whites Road, Pickering: This sparkling home was named Pickering’s No. 1 in the mayor’s tour of lights. • Milner Crescent, near Westney Road South and Finlay Av- enue, Ajax: Almost every house here is covered in lights, in- cluding one with nine lit-up reindeer and a sleigh. • 3402 Courtice Rd., just north of Nash Road, Courtice: Three years ago, Tom McKee moved his famous dis- play of flashy hand- made decorations and lights here. • 11299 Concession 6, north of Sandford Side Road, Uxbridge: Large lit-up ornaments and lights dot this long laneway and property. A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Advertisement Is Your Tree Looking A Little Naked? 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PICKERING – Ontario Power Generation could be $1 billion short of cash in 2004, accord- ing to provincial government estimates. Earlier this week, provincial Energy Minister Dwight Dun- can said the company expects a cash shortfall of $350 million this year and could be short between $300 million and $750 million in 2004. And, OPG is projecting an after-tax loss of almost $250 million next year, which is al- most $100 million worse than projected 12 months ago. Mr. Duncan said the “future viability of the company is at stake” and that changes were needed to “avoid bankruptcy.” December has been a diffi- cult month for OPG. On Dec. 4, the Pickering ‘A’ Review Panel released its report, stating mismanagement and poor planning contributed to the costly and overdue return to service of four reactors. In the wake of the report, the provincial government ac- cepted the resignation of the company’s chairman, presi- dent and chief executive offi- cer, and chief operating offi- cer, as well as all remaining members of the board of di- rectors. Mr. Duncan on Tuesday ap- pointed another panel to look into the company’s financial situation. Members of the panel include Jake Epp, a for- mer federal energy minister who led the Pickering ‘A’ re- view panel and interim CEO of the company. Others in- clude John Manley, former federal finance minister and deputy prime minister, and Peter Godsoe, chairman of the Scotia Bank. The new panel will also make recommendations on the role of OPG in the Province’s electricity market and an appropriate corporate structure. It will report to the government on March 15. “OPG has a new board of di- rectors put in place,” OPG spokesman John Earl said. “The new board is kept pretty busy getting updated on OPG. “The information should provide the minister with in- formation he needs for OPG’s future. The information is based on projections OPG provided to the shareholder during the restructuring pro- ject.” Between 1999 and now “there’s been a significant change in the electric indus- try,” Mr. Earl noted. OPG and Hydro One were created in 1999 with the break up of Ontario Hydro. Mr. Earl noted in the com- pany’s third-quarter results, the Aug. 14 blackout had a “$40- to $50-million impact on revenue for OPG.” The previous government’s capping of electricity prices “doesn’t impact OPG directly. It does impact us indirectly,” he added. -With files from Torstar News Service www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P * Financing available OAC. 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You could win Pickering Town Centre Gift Certificates if our Secret Santa spots you at our Midnight Madness Event. Pick up your Secret Santa button at Guest Services. Santa Claus from the North Pole 10:00am - Midnight Friday, December 19th Changes needed for OPG to avoid bankruptcy Realtors making miracles DURHAM – Commitment to the community has prompted real estate professionals with Re/Max Rouge River Realty Ltd. to throw 100 per cent of their support behind the Children’s Miracle Network and become a ‘Miracle Office.’ “Our sales associates across the country are committed to helping children,” says Christine Martysiewicz, director of public relations for Re/Max Ontario. “The Re/Max Miracle Home pro- gram is one of the many ways in which Re/Max sales associates give back to the communities in which live and work. To date, Re/Max offices across Canada have raised over $14 million for Children’s Miracle Network.” The network has supported more than 170 children’s hospi- tals, including the Hospital for Sick Children. “Most of us have been touched, in one way or another, by the miraculous work done at the Hospital for Sick Children,” says David Pearce, broker/owner, Re/Max Rouge River. “That’s why each and every sales associate in both our Scarborough and Whitby offices immediately embraced to op- portunity to give back to the children and the community through the Re/Max Miracle Home Program.” For more information on this program, call Paul Etherington, manager at 905-668-1850. P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 2001, stressing its importance to the community and student achievement. Ninety-three per cent of last year’s Grade 3 stu- dents met or surpassed the provincial standard in reading, 87 per cent in writing and 80 per cent in math. Valley View parents were ex- pecting another battle to save their school next year, but have received at least a reprieve, and maybe more: Mr. Kennedy said the ministry is reviewing “many of the provincial funding poli- cies that influence board deci- sions on the viability of schools.” However, until the govern- ment does, school boards are left with the current capital- funding model introduced by the Progressive Conservatives. As a result, the moratorium has thrown a wrench into planning, well under way, for the public board’s third accommodation plan. Jack Massie, facilities ser- vices superintendent, says there are only two ways for boards to generate funding for new schools and additions: with higher student enrolment, or by closing schools and consolidat- ing student populations. But with board enrolment slightly lower this year, and in light of the minister’s announcement, the new plan can’t be based on school closings, as was the in- tention. Education director Craig Burch, at Monday’s board meet- ing, noted Mr. Kennedy didn’t order boards but asked them not to close schools. “Certainly my recommenda- tion to the board... is to co-oper- ate with the ministry of educa- tion,” he said. Ajax Wards 1 and 2 Trustee Marilyn Crawford said the min- ister didn’t offer boards any extra money in asking them to keep schools open. “The minister has asked for time for a different way to pro- ceed in the future,” Mr. Burch said, and added when the board needs funds to build schools he expects the Province will pro- vide money. Mr. Massie says a review of how the Province provides fund- ing for new pupil places “might be to the betterment of boards,” since others are experiencing no or minimal growth and thus not generating dollars. The draft version of the ac- commodation plan is to be made public at the Feb. 16 board meeting. Funding review a better option ✦ Funding from page 1 Mr. Chouinard’s mother called PAW for help, but as it was after business hours, an an- swering service received the call. Ms. Poole said the service indicated it wasn’t their prob- lem. The municipalities of Picker- ing, Ajax and Whitby run the service for the purpose of pick- ing up and housing stray ani- mals. Pickering’s share of oper- ations for 2003 was $268,000. “(Ms. Poole) should have been directed to the Humane Society because it is obvious the dog had been abandoned,” said Sylvie Koch, supervisor of PAW animal services. “Regard- less, she would not have gotten service that night.” Ms. Koch said the organiza- tion does not respond after hours. Coun. McLean, who is chair- man of the Pickering-Ajax- Whitby joint animal services committee, said there had been complaints in the past and so the organization was restruc- tured. As part of the process, the name was changed from animal control to animal services and employees were sent on a course to learn how to better deal with the public. “I guess it’s time for a refresh- er course,” he said. In addition to the complaint from Ms. Poole, he said a City employee found some kittens and didn’t receive assistance from PAW. “They got no satisfaction,” he said. “The only thing they got was attitude.” Dennis Fox, a former Whitby councillor, sat on the PAW com- mittee for nearly 15 years. He said the service is cost-effective and works. “It doesn’t mean there aren’t any problems, but as far as re- structuring goes I wouldn’t go down that road because it is working,” he said. One of the problems, Coun. McLean said, is overtime and hours. He would like to see hours extended until 9 p.m. so more calls can be addressed. Currently the hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Satur- day. Ms. Koch said union con- tracts could pose a problem with such a move. “I can’t see anything happen- ing in the near future,” she said. Coun. McLean assured coun- cil he would bring up their con- cerns at the first meeting of the animal services committee. • See Editorial, Page 6 Customers get ‘no satisfaction’ MARK HOLLAND ‘I’m at the end of my rope with this organization, well at the end of my leash.’ ✦ Customers from page 1 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 5 A/P Weight Loss & Hypnosis? You Bet!! How would you like to wakeup in the morning and feel in complete control of your eating habits? Learn how Hypnosis can change the way you think about food. While you are in deep relaxation, your mind is taught new healthy weight-management habits. You can listen to our CD Program in the privacy of your own home and even while you sleep. Tes t i m on i a l : J e n C ull y ; I lo s t 35 l bs in 6 mo n t h s a n d ke p t it off 2 0 y e ar s . 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IT’S BOOT SEASON Mental health centre wants fair funding model, freedom Task force makes nine recommendations By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM – People with serious mental illnesses continue to wait for services and will go on receiv- ing a lower level of care than they need, due to delays in mental health-care reform in Durham and neighbouring areas, accord- ing to a report by a regional mental health task force. The Central East (Whitby) Mental Health Implementation Task Force is one of nine estab- lished in 1999 by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to make recommendations for the improvement of provincial men- tal health care services. The group noted repeated delays in transferring the management of the Whitby Mental Health Cen- tre from the ministry to an inde- pendent hospital board is having “a serous impact on the patients and hospital staff.” The report also noted the re- gions of Durham and York, the City of Kawartha Lakes and the counties of Haliburton, Northumberland and Peterbor- ough - all served by the WMHC - have the lowest per-capita fund- ing for community mental health programs in Ontario. Jean Achmatowicz-MacLeod, chairman of the Whitby task force, said the money the region receives is just half the provincial average. “My argument has always been...there has to be equity in mental health services in our province and there isn’t right now, and it has to be corrected,” she said. “It’s really bad in our region. Right now, we’re at the bottom of the barrel.” The lack of funding by the ministry, coupled with “enor- mous” population growth in Durham and York regions, makes service delivery a chal- lenge for the mental heath sec- tor, but people trying to access mental health services face an even greater challenge, Ms. Achmatowicz-MacLeod said. The task force found between 1996 and 2001, Durham Region’s population increased by 10.5 per cent and York Region’s popula- tion jumped by 23 per cent, while Ontario’s population grew by only 6 per cent. “There has to be something added. Hospital workers have great innovation, but innovation only goes so far. You need some extra money in the system,” Ms. Achmatowicz-MacLeod said. WMHC administrator Ron Ballantyne said one step in cor- recting the problem is divest- ment of the centre from the min- istry to an independent board, a key recommendation detailed in the report. The transfer would allow the facility to target services to the needs of the area by allowing the centre to manage specific pro- grams and allocate funding it- self. Currently, such program ad- ministration is handed down by the ministry, Mr. Ballantyne said. Seven of 10 provincial psychi- atric hospitals in Ontario have been divested with only Whitby, North Bay and Penetanguishene still under full ministry control. “They (divested hospitals) have been able to move forward, to get opportunities for improve- ment of mental-heath services, but the Whitby Mental Health Centre (is) left in this holding pattern,” said Mr. Ballantyne. “We’re stalled on those kind of planning issues. We’re not able to enter into partnerships with other organizations as we nor- mally would...and the uncertain- ty associated with the delay of divestment continues to post a difficulty in respect to (main- taining) staff and the ability to effectively plan mental health services.” The task force report said that if divestment had occurred earli- er a 55-day strike that affected the centre last year would not have occurred. Mr. Ballantyne said labour dis- ruption might happen again next year. “Divestment was supposed to happen in July 1998. Can you af- ford to compromise patients’ lives and treatment indefinite- ly?” he asked, referring to the delay. John Letherby, spokesman for the Ministry of Health and Long- Term Care, said Health Minister George Smitherman needs time to digest the overall picture of mental health care in the province before any changes are made. “Time is going to be needed before anything moves forward with regard to that site,” Mr. Letherby said. “The Whitby situ- ation is obviously one where the minister is going to want to en- sure he’s up to date. “By the presentation of these reports, a large first step has been taken to address any per- ceived or factual inequities that seem to be out there in different parts of the province. Certainly, there are areas where more needs to be done,” he said. Ms. Achmatowicz-MacLeod said the fact that the new provincial government released the report so quickly after taking office is a “positive sign” they are committed to mental-health re- form in the province. The report was originally handed to the Ernie Eves gov- ernment in December 2002, but was not released. RON BALLANTYNE ‘Divestment was supposed to happen in July 1998.’ Region eyes online biz directory DURHAM – An online business directory is being prepared by Durham Region’s economic de- velopment and tourism depart- ment. The Web site will feature infor- mation on the more than 12,000 businesses and organizations in Durham. The site officially launches Friday, Jan. 9. P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Enough is enough with PAW Time for real solutions to animal services problems Ever found a stray dog or cat and didn't know what to do? It seems you're not alone. As Kimberly Poole and Tim Chouinard discovered to their great frustration re- cently, help is not often a call away with animal control ser- vices in Ajax and Pickering. Worse still, their experience is just the latest in a troubling few years for Pickering-Ajax-Whitby Animal Services. Trying to find a home for a dog Mr. Chouinard found earlier this month on the side of Dixie Road, the two ran into road- block after roadblock. Only an answering service was available at PAW, and Ms. Poole says it basically indicated there was nothing it could do. They later learned they weren't even call- ing the correct service. Confused? There's good reason to be. It seems because a bag of food was found with the dog, it was considered 'abandoned' - rather than a stray - and the Humane Society should have been contacted. PAW deals strictly with strays. What might be most troubling about the situation is the lack of information available. This example is just the latest in a long list for the municipally-run animal service. Pickering Regional Councillor Mark Holland summed up the situation aptly this week when he noted he was at the end of his rope with the organization. Rather, he said "at the end of my leash." It was only two years ago that fellow Pickering Councillor Bill McLean, so frustrated with the service's operations, pro- posed pulling Pickering and Ajax out of the union and going it alone. Chief among his concerns then was PAW's rate of eu- thanization, with much more than half of the 542 animals ad- mitted in 2000 put to sleep. That pace far surpassed other an- imal services across Durham Region, so they changed the policy and no longer euthanize animals. While the will for a new partnership wasn't there then, changes were ordered – 10 recommendations in all – including a new name and a course in customer service for staff. Yet still the problems persist. It's not fair to expect anyone who finds a dog or cat on the side of the road to provide care for the animal until the correct service can be determined. It's time for councillors from all three municipalities to meet and discuss real solutions. Whether it be breaking off into a new service, expanding hours, having on-call inspectors, or all of the above, it's clear more has to be done, and fast. Scouts act a good ex ample of how good kids can be To the editor: On Saturday Dec. 6, the 1st Pickering Scout troop was on Church Street be- tween Bayly Street and Hwy. 401 picking up garbage from the side of the road. We have adopted this portion of Church and have been cleaning it four times a year for about five years. The time we put into this is used for commu- nity service and is, more importantly, keeping our town and environment cleaner. On this particular day, a dark coloured pickup truck stopped at about 10 a.m. and offered to pay us for our work. I tried to explain why we do this and he insisted I take $20 and treat the youth to hot chocolate. I reluctantly took the money. When the Scouts found out about the money they were very excited at first, but soon one mentioned they should not be paid for community service and that maybe we should donate the money to someone who needs it. They all agreed. Later that day we discussed our op- tions and the scouts gave the $20 to Sight 4 kids. This agency buys glasses for children in poorer countries around the world. We would like to publicly rec- ognize the man who stopped and gave us the money and I would like to recog- nize our Scouts for not thinking of just themselves. They could have kept the money, but realized it wouldn't be right. This is a tribute to our youth - they are not all as bad as some may think. There are lots of really great kids out there and they will make our town/region/province/coun- try/world a better place. 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Editorials &Opinions FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Letters to the Editor Dear Grinch, Ilike Christmas, it's the rest of the year I can't stand! I become so cynical that I start kicking my kids' toys into corners as I tidy up. I blast my car horn at elderly people who take too long turning into the church parking lot for Sun- day mass. I stand outside the exit doors at Ikea, banging a drum, scoffing at people taking unfin- ished, unbuilt furniture home. The Planet Earth is a giant McNugget hurtling through space filled with tacky, superficial human meat! D DEAR D: Focus a little closer to home, and watch my performance in 'How The Grinch Stole Christ- mas.' You will have a cathartic reac- tion, meaning you still have hope for the human race. Don't give up! DEAR GRINCH: I followed your instructions and was reduced to a sobbing lump in the corner. My kids wanted to know when the ambu- lance was coming to take me to jail. The baby threw a bottle at my head. Help! DEAR D: Good for you. With the exception of my show, the most pro- found things in life can't be viewed on a television screen, or purchased at Ikea. Get involved in your com- munity D; volunteer, fund-raise, mentor, coach - the world is count- ing on you! DEAR GRINCH: How can I get involved when all I think about are: • shaved, greased up, steroid laden, robot body builders in lumpy speedos; • the unfairness of a poorly groomed, overweight professional baseball player who makes over $75 million in four years for throwing a ball, while countless Mother Teresa types around the world toil for no salary, and devote their lives to sick and abandoned human beings; • people who groom themselves, get dressed, talk on their tele- phones, flirt, eat breakfast, use a laptop, dance, sing, play ball, catch a nap, and go to the bathroom while they are zooming along the 401 dri- ving a car! DEAR D: On second thought, get rid of your television, and under no circumstances should you even get out of bed until next Christmas. Re- member: We're all Whos in Whoville. The tall and the small, black, white and brown Whos, don't have a clue- Whos, carnivorous, lacto-ovo and tofu-Whos, rap, country and blues- Whos, Muslim, Christian and Jew- Whos, old Whos, new Whos, baby ga ga goo goo Whos! Good luck in 2004! A resident of Pickering, Diane Sokoloski is a film buff who loves to play volleyball. Here’s a little advice from the Grinch Diane Sokoloski o p i n i o n s h a p e r www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P 557 KINGSTON RD., PICKERING THE LARGEST TOYOTA DEALER IN DURHAM! 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(43 mpg) 2004 Echo Hatchback per mo. for 60 mo. with $1,806 down freight and p.d.e. included$159*LEASE FOR • 1.8 Litre, 4 cylinder, 130 hp, DOHC, 16-valve, WT-i engine • 5 speed manual transmission with overdrive • Air conditioning • Keyless entry • AM/FM stereo CD with 4 speakers • Power door locks and mirrors • 60/40 split folding rear seat • Tilt steering • Dual stage driver & passenger airbags (SRS) • Outside temperature gauge Lease for an additional $14 per month and get automatic transmission • Fuel consumption: Hwy 5.3L/100 km. (53 mpg) City 7.1L/100 km. (40 mpg) 2004 Corolla CE • 1.8 Litre, 4 cylinder, 130 hp, DOHC, 16-valve, WT-i engine • 5 speed manual transmission with overdrive • Air conditioning • Power door locks • AM/FM stereo CD with 4 speakers • 16” Aluminum alloy wheels • Keyless entry with hatch release • Tilt steering • 60/40 split folding rear seat Lease for an additional $14 per month and get automatic transmission • Fuel consumption: Hwy 6.0L/100 km. 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Based on 60 mos. walkway lease at a rate of 6.9% on Echo Hatchback (Model JT123MA or JT123PA). Based on 48 mos. walkway lease rate of 6.9% on Corolla/Camry/Matrix (models BR32EMB or BR32EPB/BE32KPA or BE38KPA/KR32EMB or KR32EPB). Down payment of $2,311/$4,098/$1,806/$3,145 or trade equivalent required. First payment due on delivery. Security deposit of $275 or $300/$350 or $400/$200/$275 or $300 on Corolla/Camry/Echo Hatchback/Matrix - waived for December. Total lease obligation of (manual or automatic) $13,303.08 or $14,019.27/$18,450.89 or $19,862.14/$11,346.32 or $12,157.19/$14,617.75 or $15,334.36 and purchase option price of (manual or automatic) $8,535.80 or $9,025.80/$12,152.49 or $12,696.00/$5,717.80 or $6,157.80/$9,516.29 or 10,005.80 based on a maximum of 96,000 KMS (120,000 KMS for Echo Hatchback). Additional KM charge of $.07/.10/.07/.07 if applicable. MSRP (manual or automatic) 17,420 or $18,420/$24,800 or $26,450/$12,995 or $13,995/$19,420 or $20,420. *Finance example: $20,000 at 3.9% per annum equals $589.59 per month for 36 months. C.O.B. is $1,225.24 for a total obligation of $21,225.24. 3.9% no limit purchase financing for up to 36 months available on all new 2004 Echo Hatchback. †Finance example: $20,000 at 1.9% per annum equal $571.98 per month for 36 months. C.O.B. is $591.28 for a total obligation on $20,591.28. 1.9% no limit purchase financing for up to 36 months available on all remaining 2003 vehicles. While quantities last. These are limited time offers. Please see us for details. 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NDP icon running again - in Ottawa Well-known Durham Region politician wants to represent Ottawa By Tim Kelly Staff Writer DURHAM – One of the biggest names in Canadian political history has decided 14 years is long enough to stay retired. Ed Broadbent, an Oshawa native who was federal leader of the New Democratic Party from 1975 to 89 and an MP from here for 22 years, is running again. Now 67, Mr. Broadbent has decid- ed to seek the NDP nomination next month in the riding of Ottawa Cen- tre, where he owns a home. Prime Minister Paul Martin is expected to call an election for the spring. Mr. Broadbent, who has been ru- moured for several months to be a candidate, made it official at Car- leton University in Ottawa yesterday afternoon. A beaming Jack Layton, the former Toronto city councillor Mr. Broadbent successfully backed for the NDP leadership earlier this year, was by his side. The “deepening of inequality in Canada,” has prompted his come- back, Mr. Broadbent said. Should he win the nomination and election, he will have the chance to question Mr. Martin about why the governing Lib- erals have not made a dent in child poverty despite a decade in power. In November 1989, Mr. Broadbent’s last official act as an MP was to move that Parliament work to eradi- cate child poverty in Canada by 2000. Instead, the problem has only wors- ened since he made that motion. Mr. Layton called Mr. Broadbent’s decision, “one of the best Christmas gifts I have ever received.” And the decision by the NDP leg- end, who led the party to a record 43 seats in the 1988 federal election, has delighted former Oshawa NDP can- didates and party supporters as well. Bruce Rogers, who ran for the NDP in Oshawa in 2000, called Mr. Broadbent’s decision, “excellent. “My guess is he wants to lend Jack (Layton) support. Ed was once the most popular political leader in Cana- da. There is a lot of respect for him.” Mike Breaugh, who won a byelec- tion in Oshawa in 1991 to succeed Mr. Broadbent before he was defeat- ed by Liberal incumbent Ivan Grose in 1993, said he has heard Mr. Layton is trying to put together a high-pro- file team of NDP candidates includ- ing ex-premiers Bob Rae (Ontario), Roy Romanow (Saskatchewan) and Dave Barrett (British Columbia). “Ed deciding to run could have a snowball effect and bring more can- didates aboard.” But Oshawa City Councillor Brian Nicholson, who ran for the NDP in Oshawa in the 1997 election, said he was disappointed Mr. Broadbent was not running in his old riding. “His roots are here, but his wife is working in Ottawa. One good thing is that if he wins in Ottawa Centre, he’ll hopefully keep a soft spot for Oshawa and advocate for us, too.” Critics of the party, including the Canadian Auto Workers, will be en- thused by Mr. Broadbent’s return, said Local 222 president Mike Shields. “It’s big news for the party and will give us a lift,” said the union execu- tive. His views were echoed by the like- ly NDP candidate for Oshawa in the next federal election, Canadian Union of Public Employees president Sid Ryan. Mr. Ryan, who ran a close second in Oshawa in the October provincial election to PC incumbent Jerry Ouellette, says Mr. Broadbent’s cam- paign appearance two nights before the election may have helped him decide to run. “The night we brought him into our campaign headquarters in Os- hawa, people went nuts. The energy level and enthusiasm for Ed was just tremendous.” A H OLIDAY T RADITION F OR T HE E NTIRE F AMILY ! E NJOY D INNER O VERLOOKING T HE L IGHTS I N T HE G ARDENS R ESTAURANT “Festival of Lights” ONLY AT CULLEN GARDENS & MINIATURE VILLAGE Open Daily From 10am - 10pm Over 100,000 Spectacular Sparking Lights throughout the Grounds! Decorated Miniature Village Captivating Motion Light Displays See the “Journey to Bethlehem”, “The Night Before Christmas”, Magical, musical “Candy Cane Forest” Live Festive Entertainment on stage every Night in December! Friday Night is Kids’ Night (reduced admission for Children 12 & under) “Festival of Lights” VISIT SANTA IN HIS LOG CABIN NIGHTLY! NEW FO R 2003! Santa Claus Lane! The Northern Whites” ULLEN GARDEN C C S & MINIATURE VILLAGE 300 Taunton Road West in Whitby (905) 686-1600 www.cullengardens.com A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com We’d like to thank you with a way to glide through the season with a smile: enjoy Free Holiday Skating, compliments of your local Tim Hortons. Let us show you our appreciation for being a part of the Durham Region. Visit us for a schedule of ice times and locations, then come on out and join in the fun. Tim Hortons Free Holiday Skating It’s our way of saying thanks. Depositing a holiday gift AJAX –– ING of Canada has joined forces with the Durham Regional Police Food and Toy Drive. The Ajax office of ING and its 175 employees loaded up Con- stable Jeff Bastien with games, balls and plenty of plush toys. Marianne Wilson, re- gional vice-president, and Greg Hilts, claims unit manager, gave the officer a hand. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Stop smoking this holiday season DURHAM —The Ontario Medical Association is of- fering tips to help get through the holiday sea- son smoke-free. “The holidays can be a very challenging season to f ight off the urge to smoke, but it’s important for those trying to quit to persevere — no matter what time of year it is,” said OMA president Dr. Larry Erlick. In Ontario, there are al- most 1.9 million smokers and each year 12,000 pa- tients die prematurely because of smoking. One in every four deaths from heart attacks and strokes in Canada is caused by smoking, and tobacco use causes about 30 per cent of all cancers in Canada, and more than 85 per cent of lung cancers. Some quick tips to keep the holidays smoke- free: • Nicotine replacement therapies, nicotine gum and the patch will help you deal with cravings; • Remove all cigarettes and ashtrays in your home and car; • Ask your family and friends for support; • Avoid beverages you may associate with smok- ing — like alcohol and caffeine drinks; • Try to avoid areas where others may be smoking; • Have a plan in place to help you deal with situ- ations where you may be tempted to smoke — like leaving a function where others are smoking; • Give yourself some downtime to relax and recharge — feeling ener- gized may make it easier to deal with holiday-re- lated stress; and • Regular exercise can help you calm down and relieve tension. For more information about the dangers of to- bacco use or the OMA’s tobacco control plan, visit www.oma.org. Hit the ice for free skating sessions DURHAM – Pull out the skates and hit the ice for free with the family this holiday season on behalf of Tim Hortons. Tim Hortons will be holding various communi- ty skate times and loca- tions throughout the sea- son. The following is the schedule for Durham Re- gion. AJAX Ajax Community Centre: Dec. 23 - 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Dec. 28 - 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. PICKERING Pickering Recreation Complex Dec. 22 - 1 - 3 p.m. Dec. 23 - 1 - 3 p.m. Dec. 29 - 1 - 3 p.m. Dec. 30 - 1 - 3 p.m. Pickering Village Arena Dec. 30 - 1 - 3 p.m. Jan. 2 - 1 - 3 p.m. WHITBY Iroquois Park Sports Cen- tre Jan. 1 - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Luther Vipond Memorial Arena Dec. 26 - 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. OSHAWA Children’s Arena: Dec. 27 - 4 - 5:20 p.m. Dec. 31 - 5 - 8 p.m. Jan. 2 - 6:30 - 7:50 p.m. Jan. 3 - 2 - 3:20 p.m. Civic Auditorium Dec. 21 - 2:15 - 3:45 p.m. Dec. 28 - 2:15 - 3:45 p.m. Jan. 4 - 2:15 - 3:45 p.m. Donevan Dec. 22 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Dec. 27 - 1 - 2:20 p.m. Dec. 28 - 1 - 2:20 p.m. Dec. 29 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Dec. 31 - 1 - 4 p.m. Jan. 2 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. Jan. 2 - 8 - 9:20 p.m. Harman Park Arena Dec. 21- 1 - 2:20 p.m. Dec. 31 - 5 - 8 p.m. Jan. 4 - 1 - 2:20 p.m. Nor th Oshawa Arena Dec. 21 - 1 - 2:20 p.m. Dec. 31 - 1 - 4 p.m. Jan. 2 - 8 - 9:20 p.m. Jan. 4 - 1 - 2:20 p.m. Selection may vary by store.While quantities last. 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Save30%* ALL Kids’ Licensed Sportswear *Off our regular everyday low prices. 30%*off ALL Christmas Decorations, Lighting, Cards,Wrap, Linens, Candles,Artificial Poinsettias and Disposable Tableware *Off our regular everyday low prices. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 11 A/P By Linda White Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM – Creating a front hall that is welcoming and organized can be a challenge at any time of year. But when you need to make room for heavy coats and slushy snow makes its mark, it’s time to put your skills to the test. “In most homes, the en- trance hall or foyer is the first room people see. This is a public space where we welcome our friends into our home and yet it is one of the most neglected areas in our house,” concedes Michelle Canning, owner of Designs in Mind (www.de- signsinmind.ca) in Bow- manville. “It is often treated as a rush through point, with discarded boots and coats leaving the front hall look- ing cluttered and messy,” she says. Clear out Clearing the clutter is the first step to creating an en- trance that is inviting and tidy, says Diane Howson, owner of Howson Home Organizers.com (www.howsonhomeorga- nizers.com) in Brooklin. Here are some tips to get you started: • Remove all items that do not belong at the front entrance, such as skipping ropes, sports equipment, off season clothes and shoes, papers and toys. Place them in a box for storage elsewhere. Laun- der and store off-season clothing in a labelled con- tainer in the storage room or basement. • Go through the re- maining items one by one and decide whether to keep or toss. Ask yourself the fol- lowing questions: Do I like/love the item? When did I wear it/use it last? Is it ripped, torn, ugly? Could someone else benefit from it? Organize “If the family takes a few extra minutes to put their belongings away, they will not need to waste valuable time searching endlessly for misplaced items,” re- minds Ms. Howson. Here’s how: • Hang decorative hooks on the wall for keys, a few light coats, bags and a dog leash. • Invest in some better quality hangers. Hang coats in the same direction (same shoulder in), doing up the zipper or top button to ensure they’re not knocked to the ground. • Mount heavy-duty hooks inside the closet, low enough for children to hang their backpacks or extracurricular items. • Store scarves, mittens and hats in baskets, plastic containers or cubbies. • Make use of the vertical height in a closet. (Vertical shoe racks that hang in a closet are ideal for every- thing from shoes to mit- tens.) • Place a boot/shoe rack inside the closet and neatly store only the boots/shoes worn on a daily basis. (Choose perforated mats that allow boots and shoes to drip dry rather than flat mats that leave them soak- ing in melted snow.) Beautify “The front hall should be decorated with as much importance as the rest of your home, with suitable, versatile and attractive materials that will tie in with adjoining rooms,” ad- vises Ms. Canning. “How it is decorated will depend on the style of your home.” She offers the following tips: • Natural lighting: Usual- ly the hallway has few or small windows, often just side windows on either side of the front door. Select window treatments that maximize natural light and complement your interior. Transom windows above interior doors can lend more light from adjoining rooms. • Wall treatments: Choose a wall treatment that will stand up to your busy family and visitors. Paint techniques such as colour washes or block painting can add character, cover imperfections and disguise knocks and bangs. • Colours: Choose a tone and colour that visually en- larges and brightens your space. • Flooring: Because this is a high traffic area, you’ll want a durable floor that’s easy to clean. • A place to sit: If space allows, choose a bench or chair that is both function- al and inviting. (Consider a bench with a flip top for added storage - ideal for extra mitts, scarves and hats.) • Shelves: wall-mounted shelves can provide unob- trusive storage for small items like keys and gloves as you head in the door and a place to stash mail (but be sure to sort through it reg ularly). • Decorative touches: Personalize your space with mirrors and artwork. Use plate racks to display items, but be sure they’re placed high enough to be out of harm’s way. “Wouldn’t it be nice to come home from a chaotic day at work to a beautiful and orderly home?” says Ms. Howson. A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Where every day Is Payday! PAYDAY LOANS 3 1 0 -C A S HCALL 2 2 7 4 Cash and A Smile When You Need It.Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD We keep our patients smiling by taking the time to understand their needs. Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. 905-683-1391 •A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. •Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. •Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. •A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. 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Lancome Bonus: with any women’s Lancome fragrance purchase of $58 or more, receive an exclusive 4-pce. gift. Choose between Trésor or Miracle combinations. Shown:Trésor 50ml Eau de Parfum Spray,$85. This Week ● Canadian Statesman ● NEWS ADVERTISER ● Times-Journal ● durhamregion.com A proud supporter of literacy initiatives Wiersma fades to black Founding Veridian president heads off for retirement By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM -After 36 years in the electricity busi- ness, John Wiersma is pulling the plug on his ca- reer. The president and chief executive officer of Verid- ian Corporation is retir- ing at the end of Febru- ary. However, he’ll remain active with the company, as he’s been appointed to the board of directors. “Part of my goal was to get Veridian started and on the road to success and then retire,” Mr. Wiersma says. “I have a full pension. I have the years in, so it makes it easier to do. It’s never the right time to (retire).” He’s been in the elec- tricity industry since graduating with a degree in engineering from Mc- Master University. He started as a distribution engineer with Hamilton Hydro in 1968. He’s served as the general manager of hydro utilities in Streetsville, Wasaga Beach and Pickering. He was appointed to head up Veridian when it was established in 1999 by a merger of the Ajax, Pickering and Clarington hydro utilities. Veridian has grown into the sixth largest municipally- owned electricity distrib- utor in Ontario. In addition to the three founding communities, the company also distrib- utes electricity to Uxbridge, Beaverton, Sunderland, Cannington, Port Hope and Belleville. “I’m young enough to do anything,” notes the 59-year-old of his retire- ment plans. “Consulting appeals to me. I’m in- volved with the board. I’ll have more discretionary time.” Two things stand out in his career, he notes. The f irst was coming to Pick- ering Hydro in 1979, in essence to start the utili- ty. “I had a mandate to start Pickering Hydro. It had no infrastructure, be- cause it was done by On- tario Hydro. I came to Pickering to set up the organization,” he states. He calls it “a fabulous experience,” especially working with the people to get the utility going. The second was start- ing up Veridian. “It really went beyond what we expected,” he says, adding the original merger of the three utili- ties meant the new com- pany serviced 55,000 cus- tomers. “We did more with ac- quisitions and mergers. We now have more than 90,000 customers,” Mr. Wiersma says. “The most interesting thing was working with people to make it happen.” A selection committee has been set up to find a successor, he says. Also, a consultant will be re- tained to help. “The objective is to have (a replacement) be- fore I go. We might not have one before March,” Mr. Wiersma adds. In a press release, Jim Mason, the outgoing chairman of Veridian’s board, says the change will not affect the corpo- ration’s strategic direc- tion. “There has been a com- plete alignment between John’s vision for our com- pany and that of the board of directors,” he says. “I’m particularly proud of the operating efficien- cies that we have realized during the time that John has led our company. These efficiencies will bring benefits to cus- tomers and shareholders for many years to come.” JOHN WIERSMA ‘Young enough to do anything.’ A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com THEDURHAMC ATHOL I C DISTRICT SCHOOLBOARD Your Neighbourhood Catholic School Wel comes You... The Durham Catholic District School Board Junior & Senior Kindergarten Registration for September 2004 Registration will be held the week of January 12-16, 2004 For specific dates & times, contact the school offices listed below CRITERIA: 1. Children to be registered for Junior Kindergarten must be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2004 2. Children to be registered for Senior Kindergarten must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2004 3. Proof of age is to be presented in the form of a Baptismal Certificate and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Birth Registration or Passport 4. To register your child, one or both parents/guardians must be Catholic and a registered Separate School supporter. PLEASE NOTE: ❖ The format of the Kindergarten Program (every day for a half day or full day on alternate days) will be a local school decision. ❖ Parents are requested to bring available health records on immunization, allergies, etc. ❖ Please contact your local school prior to January 9, 2004 to obtain particular details and/or make arrangements for registration. P.A. Manson ~ Director of Education M.A. Martin ~ Chair of the Board OSHAWA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS G. Blake, Superintendent of Education Canadian Martyrs C.S. ..............................................................................................(905) 576-0333 Father Francis Mahoney C.S. ...................................................................................(905) 728-5062 Father Joseph Venini C.S. ........................................................................................(905) 723-2421 Holy Cross C.S. .........................................................................................................(905) 725-5732 John XXIII C.S. ...........................................................................................................(905) 723-1991 Monsignor Philip Coffey C.S. ...................................................................................(905) 723-4241 Sir Albert Love C.S. ...................................................................................................(905) 728-3971 St. Christopher C.S. ..................................................................................................(905) 725-7672 St. Gregory C.S. .........................................................................................................(905) 725-2924 St. Hedwig C.S. ..........................................................................................................(905) 728-5521 St. John Bosco C.S. ..................................................................................................(905) 743-6223 St. Joseph C.S. ..........................................................................................................(905) 725-6751 St. Michael C.S. ..........................................................................................................(905) 728-5333 St. Thomas Aquinas C.S. ..........................................................................................(905) 723-1921 BROOKLIN & NORTH DURHAM CATHOLIC SCHOOLS M. LePage, Superintendent of Education Good Shepherd C.S. .................................................................................................(905) 985-0153 Holy Family C.S. ........................................................................................................(705) 426-2961 Immaculate Conception C.S. ....................................................................................(905) 985-0128 St. Joseph C.S., Uxbridge .........................................................................................(905) 852-6242 St. Leo C.S. ................................................................................................................(905) 655-3852 WHITBY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS M.C. Kelly,Superintendent of Education St. Bernard C.S. .........................................................................................................(905) 668-3772 St. John the Evangelist C.S. .....................................................................................(905) 668-4011 St. Luke the Evangelist C.S. .....................................................................................(905) 665-5143 St. Marguerite d’Youville C.S. ...................................................................................(905) 666-9301 St. Mark the Evangelist C.S. .....................................................................................(905) 721-2460 St. Matthew the Evangelist C.S. ...............................................................................(905) 430-8597 St. Paul C.S. ...............................................................................................................(905) 728-7011 St. Theresa C.S. .........................................................................................................(905) 668-8261 AJAX/PICKERING CATHOLIC SCHOOLS J.Malloy, Superintendent of Education Holy Redeemer C.S. ..................................................................................................(905) 839-5409 Mother Teresa C.S. ....................................................................................................(905) 426-7064 Our Lady of the Bay C.S. ..........................................................................................(905) 839-2532 St. Anthony Daniel C.S. ............................................................................................(905) 427-9610 St. Bernadette C.S. ....................................................................................................(905) 683-0571 St. Catherine of Siena C.S. .......................................................................................(905) 427-6105 St. Elizabeth Seton C.S. ............................................................................................(905) 839-0005 St. Francis de Sales C.S. ..........................................................................................(905) 683-3320 St. Isaac Jogues C.S. ................................................................................................(905) 839-1844 St. James C.S. ............................................................................................................(905) 427-3327 St. Jude C.S. ..............................................................................................................(905) 428-9304 St. Marguerite Bourgeoys C.S. .................................................................................(905) 831-3651 St. Monica C.S. ..........................................................................................................(905) 509-6691 St. Patrick C.S.. ..........................................................................................................(905) 427-2866 St. Wilfrid C.S. ............................................................................................................(905) 427-6225 A bad sign for education Board interpreters need better qualifications, says Durham woman By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM - Local deaf and hard-of- hearing students are in danger of not reaching their full potential in school because they work with un- certified staff, says a Whitby woman. Lori Hendry is part of a coalition of Ontario parents calling for en- forceable provincial standards for sign-language interpreters in schools. “Our position is this: if you edu- cate the children they’re going to be productive members of society; if you don’t educate them, you will put them on welfare,” says the par- ent of a Grade 8 student at Village Union Public School in Oshawa. She says the Association of Visu- al Language Interpreters of Canada (AVLIC) offers the only certifica- tion for American Sign Language interpreters in Canada. But, while the Education Ministry requires in- terpreters to have or seek AVLIC certification, none who work at the Durham District School Board have it. In fact, Ms. Hendry claims the board has assigned interpreters, who don’t know how to sign, to some students. Don McLean, the board’s special- education superintendent, ac- knowledges “none of our inter- preters have AVLIC certification.” However, he notes people with such credentials are in great demand, and not only in southern Ontario. “It has been an issue nationally, internationally, from what I under- stand for some time,” he says. The board’s terms of employment for interpreters requires that they engage in an ongoing, professional development growth plan, says Mr. McLean, working towards either AVLIC or Ontario Interpreter screening certification. He says ei- ther certification is rare, most often found in a court setting. “Some of our educational assis- tants (EAs) and some of our staff can sign, but they don’t have certifi- cation; it’s just because of their past experiences,” he says. Ms. Hendry points to a recent Durham board job posting for an in- terpreter that makes no mention of AVLIC or Ontario Interpreter screening certification. She considers that a minimum level of signing ability for the posi- tion. All board interpreters are gradu- ates of recognized college programs for interpreters and AVLIC mem- bers, says Mr. McLean. “I can be a member of AVLIC,” Ms. Hendry counters. “All you have to do is pay $200 or $300; it doesn’t mean you’re certified.” She stressed that the deaf and hard-of-hearing program is “won- derful when implemented properly,” and that the four EAs in the board’s program are its “heart and soul.” The Durham Catholic District School Board has no deaf students in its system who sign, says media relations officer Monique Morin, noting, “all our students are aural.” Ms. Hendry and other parents re- cently met with ministry officials. They want the Province to have a deaf consultant to monitor school board programs. Education Minister Gerard Kennedy says he’s hoping the gov- ernment can make some progress in the area of interpreters. 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Because anyone with respiratory illness symp- toms - including cough, fever, chills and muscle aches - has to be quaran- tined, isolation rooms in Durham are already full due to influenza. Lakeridge Health Cor- poration’s five sites and Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital were dealing this week with dozens of confirmed cases of influenza, “The big problem is there’s no way to differen- tiate SARS from influen- za: Both start up with fever, chills and cough,” said Dr. Ian Kitai of Rouge Valley. “And now, with our heightened precautions, we are immediately putting people in isola- tion.” Added to that is the lengthy time it takes to get both flu and SARS test results back, which make stays in isolation even longer, Dr. Kitai said. And should SARS strike again, the season is still young; the outbreak didn’t occur until March. While a double whammy of flu and SARS would hit Durham hard, there are no worries at the moment, said Dr. Don Atkinson, chief of staff for Lakeridge. “Any other infectious disease present at the same time would be a problem, but there is ab- solutely no evidence of SARS,” he said. “It truly is related to influenza A.” That’s why getting a flu shot is so important, Dr. Kitai said. “If you’re immunized, you’re much less likely to have influenza, or turn up in emergency wards,” he said. Biosolid study a year-long project DURHAM - The Region’s booming growth, aging fa- cilities and provincial re- quirements are forcing Durham’s works depart- ment to take a new look at biosolids. Wo rks, along with a con- sulting firm, is conducting a year-long analysis of how the Region handles its biosolids, which are made during the sewage or wastewater treatment process. Currently, the Region has two ways of dealing with biosolids: incinera- tion at the Duffin Creek water pollution control plant in Pickering, and a provincially approved land-application program. The study will make short- and long-term rec- ommendations, look at the current plan and ex- plore alternatives for managing biosolids by evaluating impacts, bene- f its and costs. All of this will be done with an expert panel and public consultation, as well as a project Web site, newsletter and regular up- dates to regional council. The study is a require- ment of the provincial Nu- trient Management Act, and is expected to wrap up in late 2004 or early 2005 at a cost of around $260,000. DON ATKINSON ‘Absolutely no evidence of SARS.’ ’Tis the season for a feast PICKERING – The Dunbarton High School Muslim Students' Association presented the annual Eid luncheon for students and teachers from the school to enjoy food and learn more about Islam. The Eid luncheon is a fes- tival after Ramadam. School office staff Gail Polito and Jenny Khalfan re- ceive food from server Aadil Shah. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Durham pair’s work to save closed facility recognized by Ontario Wa t erkeepers By Lesley Bovie Staff Writer DU R HAM - L arry Ladd and Bill Todd aren’t your ordinary tree huggers. “Blue-collar environ- mentalists” is perhaps the best way to describe the heads of the Oshawa Marina Users Committee, says Mark Mattson. “They’re real people,” adds the president of the Lake Ontario Waterkeep- er. “All environmentalists don’t come in the same package.” The provincial environ- mental watchdog recently honoured the marina users group in its fight to save the Oshawa Marina, inducting them, along with five other organiza- tions, into its new Lake Ontario Waterkeeper Hall of Fame. Not bad for what’s left of the “beer and hot dog crowd” - as Mr. Ladd puts it - who used to dock their boats at the Port of Os- hawa Marina before it closed Oct. 1, 2002. “We’re very honoured and pleased,” the com- mittee chairman says. “But our fight has basi- cally begun.” The City of Oshawa is currently negotiating the purchase or lease of the harbour lands from the Oshawa Harbour Com- mission. At issue is a decades-old dump at the site, which requires an immediate clean-up. Negotiations over the responsibility, ownership and clean-up of those lands had become dead- locked until the federal government stepped in with non-binding media- tion this fall. Those talks continue, but there is a news blackout preventing media from reporting any details of the mediation. The Oshawa Marina Users Committee was formed soon after letters went out to boaters in May 2002, notifying them of the marina’s closure. Made up of Oshawa Ya c ht Club members, skippers with slips at the marina, and boat-launch users, the group original- ly made a bid to buy the marina but the Oshawa Harbour Commission said its offer wasn’t vi- able. Soon afterward, marina users discovered the Lake Ontario Waterkeeper. “We knew the good work (founder) Bobby Kennedy (Jr.) was doing to clean up the Hudson River, from a boating magazine,” Mr. Ladd ex- plains. “Our basic posi- tion was we wanted to ac- cess the lake. It’s the only area you can launch a boat. There’s nothing in between Clarington and Whitby.” The two groups agreed to help educate each other. Mr. Mattson, an en- vironmental lawyer, has appeared several times at City Hall to speak to the harbour commission and local councillors. And the marina users group con- tinues to support council in its negotiations with the commission. “Through Larry Ladd and the group we were able to learn about the federal government’s con- trol over harbours,” Mr. Mattson explains. “Much of that has helped us in our fight with the Toronto Island airport bridge.” More importantly, the marina users group demonstrates the impor- tance of public access to our waterfront areas, Mr. Mattson says. “They are very much a community. Larry and his neighbours see the har- bour and waterfront as their block,” he adds. The Lake Ontario Wa- terkeeper is a local chap- ter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Waterkeeper Al- liance, which fights for clean water and strong communities across On- tario. Pictures of Hall of Fame inductees are permanent- ly displayed at Bambu by the Lake on Queens Quay West in Toronto. 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Those who came brought a non-perishable food item or unwrapped toy with everything donated to the Simcoe Hall Settlement House. In the photo above they also received a $2500 donation from Rogers Cable. From left is Roger Patton, Technical Operations Manager for Rogers Cable Durham Region; Franklin the Turtle; Teresa Lines, Community Relations Manager, Rogers Cable Simcoe, York, Durham; Sandra Sweet, Executive Director of Simcoe Hall Settlement House and Earl Dusek, VP and GM, Rogers Cable Simcoe,York and Durham. ❄ ❄ NE123G113 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc. ❄ VALID SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2003 THIS SUNDAY ONLY D76 M10010 merchandise certificate Valid Sunday, December 21, only on a minimum purchase of $100* or more on almost all reg.-priced, sale-priced and clearance merchandise. $10 Offer excludes cosmetics & prestige fragrances, Sears Gift Card, Gift Certificate & Merchandise Certificate purchases and account payments. Offer valid on in-stock merchandise at Sears Retail stores on December 21, 2003. Excludes Outlet/Liquidation and Dealer stores, Catalogue and Website purchases. One certificate per customer purchase. Certificate must be surrendered upon use. *Before taxes. Applicable taxes will be applied to the full purchase amount. Sales Associate: Tender as merchandise certificate; scan bar code and attach to audit copy. To hand key use merchandise certificate code 10010 NE123G113 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc. Bring in this certificate! OPEN 8am-7pm A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Expressing her interest PICKERING –– Librarian Christina Guidotti took time this week to introduce Grade 3 students at E.B. Phin Public School to the story ‘Polar Express.’ Keeping an eye on the news News Advertiser Metroland Durham Region Media Group Think 3Rs this holiday season After the big blackout, we should keep energy conservation in mind. Hopefully those with extrava- gant light displays will turn them off an hour or so earlier this year. Ontario mayors, too, lack leader- ship in sustainable development if they continue to praise the best- lit homes. Looking to wind and solar power, Eco-Energy Durham is a growing environmental group working to reduce pollution and the affects of smog and climate change. The organization is cur- rently looking at the possibilities for a large utility-scale wind tur- bine installation in one or more of the municipalities in Durham, or in participating in a wind farm elsewhere in Ontario. Presently, its new seven direc- tors are devising a business plan. Look for meetings and workshops in the new year. To become involved, call Chris Coltas at 905-683-6456 or e-mail cpc@accessv.com. ••• Think 3Rs on Christmas morn- ing. Set out blue boxes or ham- pers rather than green garbage bags to gather the unwanted clut- ter, which is mostly recyclable. Why treat paper like garbage? • Open each gift carefully. If the paper and tag are not reusable, put them into a paper box. On re- cycling day be sure to weigh it down with your other blue box. Remember our expanded recy- cling program takes all bottles having screw tops. Due to new equipment at the Miller Waste Recycling facility, we no longer need to keep glass separate from the tins, plastic bottles, drinking boxes, waxed milk/ juice contain- ers, rigid aluminium foil, and empty aerosol and paint cans. • Flatten boxboard with corru- gated cardboard. Be sure to re- move plastic bubbles, elastics. etc. You may even wish to use plastic blister bubbles as jelly or chocolate moulds. • Gather corks, polystyrene, and other items for crafts or send them to a day-care centre. • Clean plastic film bags are ac- cepted for recycling at Dominion Sav-A-Centre in Amberlea. Sears stores will take back their own bags only. • Leftover vegetables can be ei- ther made into casseroles or com- posted. We won’t be garbage-free in 2003, but we can work towards that goal for next year. As we try to become sustainable, we should look beyond the commercialism that Christmas has become and focus on spiritual events, chari- ties, simple family traditions, hol- iday music and other joys with family and friends. GREEN TIP: Go to the library and get someone in your house- hold a book by their favourite au- thor. Your gift is giving them time to read it before it is due. Larraine Roulston is a free- lance columnist, covering the lat- est in community recycling and waste reduction initiatives. E- mail her at roulstonlp@sympati- co.ca. 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Play is how children discover and make sense of their world. Early childhood education experts agree that the years from birth to age eight are a critical learning time for children, and children need plenty of opportunities for creative play and creative thinking during this important stage. Parents should pay attention to play, plan for it and encourage it with age-appropriate toys. A recent survey found that many adults believe that certain activities, like playing computer programs, do the most to enhance a child’s development. In reality, according to the survey, other forms of play offer greater benefits since they tend to give children a better chance to use imagination and think abstractly. For example, when a 10-month-old baby plays with blocks, she practices motor skills and learns about cause and effect (in addition to having a whole lot of fun). 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To avoid crowds, it’s best to shop early in the day, avoiding peak times, like lunchtime and weekends. Make a detailed list: Fo llow Santa’s lead here and make a list, then check it twice. Write down the names of all the children on your gift list, their ages and one hobby or interest. Then try to come up with a few gift ideas that would appeal to several of the children on your list. You will save a lot of time if you can walk into a toy store and buy multiples of just a few items. Be sure to pick up a few things with universal appeal, like board games, art sets or building blocks to participate in a local charity toy drive and to be prepared in the event an unexpected little person pops up on your list. Browse online: Need some great gift ideas? Most online toy retailers offer reviews and ratings of their merchandise, which can help you make shopping in a store faster and easier. If you decide to buy online, many sites offer gift- wrapping and several delivery options. Get them something they need: To ys are great, but the holidays are a perfect time to stock up on fun and useful items, too. Colorful mittens or wacky socks make toasty winter gifts. Another great inexpensive gift idea is a battery-powered toothbrush. They make great last-minute stocking stuffers because you don’t have to brave a crowded toy store to find them — just go to your local drugstore, grocery store or mass merchandiser. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 23 A/P Air guns raise questions By Stephen Shaw Staff Writer DURHAM –A Durham cop is calling for regulations for paintball guns after a spree of unsolved shootings left four teens with welts and bruises. All four victims were hit with paintballs in separate “drive-by” shootings that occurred in recent weeks on Nash Road in Bowmanville, say police. Durham Regional Police were looking for as many as five suspects. Meanwhile, there have been other recently report- ed incidents involving pel- let and paintball guns in Ajax, Pickering, Port Perry, and Whitby, where a 14- year-old boy delivering newspapers was shot at on Hawkestone Crescent. Corrine March said a teenaged passenger in a moving car fired several shots from an airgun at her son, Kyle, who wasn’t struck by any projectiles. “He was extremely upset; very shaken up and scared,” said the Whitby mom, who reported the in- cident to police. Paintball guns, intended for use in popular adven- ture war games, shoot plas- tic balls filled with paint that splatter on impact. They are not considered firearms and anyone can legally buy them, although most stores have policies refusing sale to anyone under 18. But in the wrong hands they can cause serious in- jury, police and safety advo- cates say. “It’s a growing industry and it’s becoming more and more popular. The problem is they’re readily available at local stores, and they are not classified as a firearm,” said Staff Sergeant Bruce Townley of 16 Division. “I personally think any- thing that can fire projec- tiles should be regulated. There should be something in place. If you get one of those fired at point blank it can hurt you; get hit in the eye and you could have major damage.” A young Calgary girl lost sight in an eye three months ago following a drive-by paintball shooting and in Vancouver several teens were charged after a random paintball-shooting spree, which they video- taped for kicks. A 14-year-old boy in Lon- don was charged with as- sault with a weapon after two teens were shot with paintballs while bike-riding this past July. Meanwhile, last summer in Toronto a five-year-old boy suffered brain damage after being shot in the head with a pellet. In Ajax, three 12-year-old boys were charged in July with assault with a weapon, pointing a firearm and careless use of a firearm after two boys were shot with a pellet gun, causing minor injuries. A 15-year-old Whitby boy also was recently charged with assault with a weapon and point firearm after pulling a pellet gun in a Whitby playground. Airguns that can fire pro- jectiles at a speed greater than 500 feet (152 metres) per second are classified as firearms and require a li- cence to purchase, howev- er, most pellet and paint- ball guns sold at stores aren’t that powerful. Once available only at specialty stores, major out- lets like Canadian Tire and Wal-Mart began stocking the guns in recent years to meet a growing market. Both retailers have poli- cies that prohibit selling to anyone under 18. “We won’t sell paintball or pellet guns to anyone under the age of 18 and they are kept locked up. To get them you have to show proof of age. It’s not some- thing that’s written in law... but they can be used to harm another child,” ex- plains Paul Dellanzo, man- ager of the Gibb Street Canadian Tire in Oshawa. Wal-Mart offers six types of paintball guns, ranging from $39 to a $299 kit, and won’t sell to anyone with- out picture ID as proof of age. The store has stocked the guns for three years and sales “have taken off” in the last year, according to an employee. The Canada Safety Council says some form of reg ulation is needed to ad- dress the growing populari- ty of pellet and paintball guns. The council is calling for air-powered guns to be con- trolled under the federal Hazardous Products Safety Act, says President Emile Therien, adding the council has the support of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. “Lawn darts come under the Act, we think (airguns) should as well,” he said. According to Mr. Therien there have been 75 eye in- juries and 32 blindings in Canada as a result of pellet and paintball guns. “We’re not talking about banning them. It’s a legiti- mate business but there have got to be some con- trols and regulations,” Mr. Therien says. Staff Sgt. Townley said the Bowmanville shootings also raised concerns about a projectile hitting a mov- ing vehicle, potentially causing a collision. Deputy Chief Chuck Mercier said there hasn’t been a “remarkable in- crease” in pellet or paint- ball shootings, and regula- tions aren’t necessary. “Anything that launches a projectile is dangerous and always causes us some concern... however they haven’t presented a major problem,” he said. He said police rely on the Criminal Code to deal with illegal use of airguns or any objects as weapons, rang- ing from slingshots to snowballs. Durham Detective Vince D’Amico, a member of the Provincial Weapons En- forcement Unit, said par- ents should be more re- sponsible when it comes to educating young people about safety before pur- chasing them a pellet gun. “The sophistication of some of these paintball and pellet guns is incredible,” he said, adding three high- powered pellet guns pur- chased by a father for his children were seized follow- ing the Ajax shooting last summer. A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Season’s Greetings from Durham Region Works Department (905) 579-5264 or 1-800-667-5671 Email: recycling@region.durham.on.ca Keep on Santa’s “Good List” this year by using two or more Blue Boxes Empty paint & aerosol cans with lids removed All plastic bottles with a twist off top Milk, juice & drink cartons Metal food & beverage cans Glass bottles & jars CONTAINERS Junk mail & envelopes Catalogues & phone books Newspapers, office, computer and scrap paper PAPERS Blue Boxes make excellent Christmas Gifts! Flatten and bundle cardboard & boxboard no larger than a Blue Box...place next to or on top of the Blue Boxes! To ys or weapons - are regulations needed? A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo A Durham officer is calling for regulations on the use of paint and pellet guns. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 25 A/P First Simcha Shopping Center 1899 Brock Road, Pickering Telephone: 905.427.0826 Pickering P a r k w a y Brock Road 401 WIN A $500 BOMBAY GIFT CARD No purchase necessary. Limit one entry per customer. Take this entry form to our Markville Shopping Centre or First Pro Ajax Kids store no later than close of business, Wednesday, December 24, 2003. We cannot accept responsibility for late or misdirected entries. Draw for one $500 Bombay Gift Card will take place at Bombay Head Office. Open to all residents of Canada, 18 years or over, excluding residents of the province of Quebec. Winner will be notified via telephone the week of December 29, 2003. Wrap it up, I'll take it! 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If your dining room suite is old and tired and the budget won’t stretch to buy new, consider painting each of your chairs in a different color, or paint the host and hostess chair in one color and the rest in another. A table with six mismatched chairs can look charming. Make sure they have the same seat height and that they have at least one design element in common (they can be made from the same wood, be from the same period or be similar in their overall shape, for example.) Or, unify them by painting them all in the same color. You can pick up single chairs for reasonable cost at season-end closeouts or garage sales. Make a matching set of six chairs more interesting by replacing the host and hostess chair with larger, upholstered pieces. Use the leftover chairs elsewhere in the house. To make after-dinner conversations more comfortable, make or purchase color-coordinated pillows and lean them on the back of each chair. A stylish sideboard Most homes have a traditional hutch or sideboard positioned in the dining room to display china and glassware. Buying one at the same time as you purchase your dining set is a safe way to go, but if you dare to be different there are other options. Try a six-drawer bedroom dresser, which offers storage and display. A sofa, settee or love seat positioned in the dining room will add color as well as new seating. Other options: • a hall table with an antique trunk underneath • a Japanese tansu, or traditional wooden chest fitted with iron hardware • a credenza • a long board resting across two saw horses, draped in yards of a wonderful fabric W hen displaying your treasures in a hutch or other display case remember to cluster like objects together, weed out clutter and lean plates up behind your stemware. Row after row of dusty goblets are boring. Store some of them out of sight and rotate clusters of them between groupings of other objects. Innovate with table linens Your selection of linens invites a sense of fun and surprise to dinner. Try an unusual tablecloth: Aunt Melba’s old quilt, a Beacon or Mexican blanket, a colorful sheet or bedspread. Make place mats out of old blue jeans and use bandannas as napkins. Make long-lasting mats: have your child decorate six to eight sheets of construction paper, or create a unique collage yourself. Take the mats to a copy shop that offers lamination services and have them laminated. All you need to make a napkin is a piece of fabric about 18” by 18”. You can make one-of-a-kind napkins out of old shirts, dresses, tablecloths, curtains and fabric remnants. Creative centrepieces A dining room table can look barren without a centrepiece. Why not try something more interesting than the standard bowl of flowers and candlesticks? How about: • a bowl filled with marbles, buttons, glass fishing net floats, beach stones, nuts, billiard balls or a heap of colorful scarves • a pair of antique stuffed bears, sitting back to back, surrounded by smaller stuffed animals • a row of graduated pinecones • a fish bowl with several goldfish (be sure to provide the fish with a good home after your dinner party) • a water-filled bowl with a single blossom or three autumn leaves floating in it • a dozen vases in varying heights, clustered together and brimming with fresh cut flowers from your garden • a grouping of harvest-colored gourds and pumpkins • a collection of candlestick holders in varying heights Dish it out Most households have two sets of dishes: the “good china,” used once or twice a year, and the every-day dishes. Casual or moderately priced sets of dishes are typically sold in boxes of four place settings. Buy three boxes; use two sets and store the third. Replace the plates that get chipped with those from your spare box over time. For a colorful setting buy two or three solid-colored sets of dishes and mix them together. Pick up mismatching antique dinner plates at closeouts, rummage sales or flea markets. When placed on lace placemats the effect can be charming. One Last Touch Drape silk ivy tendrils from your chandelier. Add a bird’s nest and bird for fun. For the holidays, ties strands of ribbon or ornaments from it. Happy dining! (c) Content That Works Some tips for creating a dazzling dining room with personality NN OO TT AA XXCChhrriissttmmaass We Pay the PST & GST • Framed Art • Area Rugs • Mirrors • Furniture Accessories • Wrought Iron Pieces • Floral Arrangements and more! 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Trip includes accommodations and airfare. • Win your Bridal Gown and Tuxedo Rentals from Sposabella and Theo’s Formalwear. • Sposabella, one of Toronto’s top bridal retailers, is hosting a “Once In Your Lifetime Bridal Gown Sale”. All gowns $299.00-$499.00 ADMISSION $12.00 METROLAND TWO FOR ONE ADMISSION NATIONAL BRIDAL SHOW EVENING HOURS This coupon is good for one complimentary admission with one paid admission. TWO admissions for the price of ONE Friday or Saturday EVENING ONLY AFTER 5 pm. BRING THIS COUPON TO THE EVENING OF YOUR CHOICE. Original coupons only accepted. Not valid with any other offer. No cash value. (This coupon is not valid for one half price admission) BR I D A L G O W N S A L E A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Having a ball this season PICKERING –– There were plenty of contributions to go around when Maple Ridge Public School students went about collecting for the Durham Police toy drive and the Salvation Army food drive. Student Luke Magder showed off a collection of balls, while Madeleine Stevenson offered just some of the many cans of food. Fourteen make grade as chartered accountants By Shelley Jordan Staff Writer DURHAM – Faced with one of the world’s most challenging profession- al exams, 14 local students can now boast they made the grade. Upon completion of a 30-month experience requirement, accounting students have to pass the Canada- wide Uniform Evaluation test to be- come chartered. Across Canada, 1,707 candidates were successful with 662 from Ontario. One of the students passing the exam was 26-year-old Melinda Diebel Smith of Uxbridge. Discover- ing she preferred math and account- ing in high school, the course seemed a perfect fit. She chose to take the five-year co-op option and spent another year completing what was necessary to write the big exam. “It’s a very challenging test when it comes to trying to find a marriage between work and school,” said Ms. Diebel Smith. “In some instances, people who were good at their job didn’t make it through.” She went on to say it isn’t uncom- mon for students to have to repeat the exam to have the honour of using CA with their name. As well, she found the preparation period gruelling. “I had to go to a course on Sun- days,” she said. “I think I worked 36 days straight, 10 hours per day, so... getting up in the morning was chal- lenging.” Ms. Diebel Smith also said that while she was studying she had the responsibility of large jobs that needed to be completed, regardless of what she was studying for. “I’m looking forward to when the only test I have to worry about is an eye exam,” she joked. The UFE is a national three-day evaluation of competencies such as professional judgment, ethics, es- sential knowledge and ability to communicate. Written in Septem- ber, the exam is considered an im- portant part of a professional pro- gram. To be designated a chartered accountant requires successful com- pletion of the entire program. Presently, 31,000 chartered ac- countants in Canada are part of the regulatory body called the Institute of Chartered Accountants. The In- stitute is designed, through the CA profession’s high standards of quali- fication and enforcement of its rules and professional conduct, to protect the public interest. “As these students will attest, be- coming a CA is not easy,” stated Brian Hunt, FCA, president and CEO of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario. “For those who are successful, the CA designa- tion provides a future that’s rich in rewards and opportunities.” The following students earned the right to add the letters CA to their names: From Ajax, Anna Armata; Brooklin, Michael Elmhurst; Cour- tice, Hubert Mak and Jillian Todd; Oshawa, Victoria Junkin, Lindsay Ladd, Christine Mackie and Daniel Ricica; Newcastle, Melissa Hannon; Pickering, Jason Hollingsworth; Uxbridge, Melinda Diebel Smith; Whitby, Lars Danielsen, Derek Lo and Cameron Rogers. Computer club gets familiar with Lindows DURHAM —The Durham PC Users Club presents the Lindows operat- ing system at its next meeting. Hogan Courier, of Bee Aware Computers in Oshawa, demon- strates the aspects and features of Lindows at the Jan. 8 meeting. The club meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in Faith United Church, 1778 Nash Rd., Courtice. For more information, e-mail club president Anne Keefer at 905-655- 8013 les1kee@sympatico.ca. A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Friday December 19, 2003 News Advertiser Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. 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Groen/ News Advertiser photo Piling on the generosity AJAX –– The homerooms at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School were all given a mission recently: come up with as much food and toy donations as possible. As a result of the efforts of students like, from left, Mark Razo, Chris Fereday, Dave Montagne (teacher), Annah Adams, Jason Collins and Katherine Tang, a number of organizations have benefitted this holiday season. durhamregion.com CHEX offers daily police updates DURHAM – Local television viewers can now turn on CHEX TV Durham for the latest updates on police news in their community. The station recently launched the Durham Regional Police Web Cam Report, broadcast live from police headquarters on ‘Durham Today’ twice each afternoon. Mark Orton, ‘Durham Today’ news anchor, hosts the reports, which are provided by the force’s media relations unit Monday to Fri- day at 4:40 p.m. and 5:35 p.m. “It’s another way of keeping the public informed about ongoing po- lice activity throughout the region,” said Sergeant Paul Malik, police spokesman. Paula Beebe, producer of ‘Durham Today,’ said the live Web cam will generally be used only for scheduled reports, but it can also be accessed by police to relay breaking news such as ‘Amber Alerts,’ issued in cases of child abduction. “The police have full access. It’s really in their control. We do have the ability to break in to any pro- gramming if they feel it’s necessary for an Amber Alert or any other emergency,” said Ms. Beebe. “As far as we know it’s the first partnership of it’s kind in Ontario... It’s cutting edge technology,” she said of the Internet link between the show and police. The daily reports began Dec. 8. Shop the Villages of Abbey Lane 401 West to Kingston Rd. 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Ajax woman hopes for the right time to start her modelling career By Brady Doyle Special to the News Advertiser AJAX – An Ajax aspiring model is hoping to break into the fash- ion world as the next face of Guess Watches. Leslie Jones is a semifinalist in the Guess Watches/ Elle Beauty Timeless International Model Search. It was during a mini-vacation to Montreal that the 21-year-old f illed out an application in a Guess store. She realizes those few minutes may change her life. "I couldn't have been more ex- cited," she says. "I was surprised to be called and told the great news. I was hoping to be chosen, but you have to be realistic." Jones has long held modelling aspirations and is hoping this will be the big breakthrough for her career. "I have dreamt about model- ling my whole life," she says. "A fter graduating from Denis O'Connor I decided to pursue my career rather than attend university or college." The Guess search spans 60 countries worldwide to find a model of "irrepressible, sparkling and global beauty," says Anne Sue-Ping, senior brand manager for Guess Watches. More than 1,200 applications were received in Canada alone. Competition co-ordinators could not be happier with the success and turnout thus far; the only problem being they have re- ceived so many worthy candi- dates. "The competition has had great success. With over 1,200 applicants from English and French Canada we are excited about the final selection. The only hard part is narrowing the selections down because we have received so many beautiful and talented applicants," says Sue- Ping. Jones is one of five Ontario semifinalists and one of 19 from across Canada. She has been working hard to build her portfo- lio, appearing in lingerie ads, as a model for Sport Check in a Pickering Town Centre flyer, and in several photo shoots for pho- tog raphy classes. Currently she is working at a Pickering call centre while look- ing for work with a major agency -- and hopefully the next call from Guess. Paul Marciano, creative direc- tor of Guess, will select 15 final- ists from the total group of semi- finalists. "The next call is in January and although it is only now less than a month away, it feels like an eternity. I'm nervous every day," says Jones. "Being selected as the new face of Guess Watch- es would blow me out of the water." The winner will be announced in April at the 2004 Basel World Watch and Jewelry Show in Switzerland. Guess Watches will also be celebrating its 20th an- niversary. "This is a first-time thing for Guess Watches and Elle Maga- zine to come together to hold an international search to showcase Guess and an up-and-coming model," says Sue-Ping. Claudia Schiffer, Eva Herzigo- va and Anna Nicole Smith are a few of the models who have been part of Guess's lineup in the past. And what will she do if she doesn't receive a call to fame this time around? "I will be honest, of course I will be let down and disappoint- ed if I don't become the next Guess model," she says. "But there have been so many appli- cants from all over the world. I will be proud of myself in either event and if this doesn't work out I will go the agency route and try to get work. "Overall this has been a great experience for me and I can only hope it gets better." Guess who? Leslie Jones, of Ajax, has a shot at fulfilling a career ambition, if she is select- ed to be a model through a Guess Watches competition. Book some time to chat AJAX – Go beyond recreational reading and join the Ajax Public Li- brary's book clubs to share your thoughts on novels. There are two dates to chose from, Book Chat, is the evening club and is held the first Wednes- day of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. On Jan. 7, members discuss the 'Longings of Women' by Marge Piercy. Tea and Books is the afternoon group, which meets the second We dnesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. 'Cat's Eye' by Margaret Atwood will be discussed Jan. 14. New members are always wel- come. For more information, call Jill Nicholson at 905-683-4000, ext. 801. Bands break out of the basement PICKERING – Acts are needed for the upcoming Teen Coffee House Band Night. Teen bands, whose members are between the ages of 13 and 19 and live in Pickering, are invited to apply for one of three spots at the Feb. 7 show. All bands wanting to get out of their parents' basement or garage and play for a live audience are asked to drop off a sample of their music on or before Jan. 9. Music submissions can be dropped off at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., attention Lindsey Brenner. All genres of music are invited. For more information, call 905-420- 4660 ext. 6101 or visit www.cityof- pickering.com/teen under the teen events link. Swing over for some jazz AJAX – The Rendezvous Bistro is bringing Bryan Livett and the Swing Machine back for another show. The jazz band performs Sun- days from 6 to 9 p.m. The Swing Machine is made up of Brian Livett on trombone, Neal Davis on bass and Rob Bulger on guitar. A Christmas toy drop box for the Durham Children's Aid Society is at the restaurant during the holi- day season. Rendezvous is at 250 Bayly St., W., between Harwood and Westney Rd., Ajax. Rik Emmett coming to Durham for concert, Jan. 10 By Jane McDonald Staff Writer DURHAM – At 50, Rik Emmett knows himself pretty well -- his strengths and his weaknesses. Heaven knows he's paid his dues. The guitarist for the Cana- dian rock band Triumph for 13 years has survived the kind of life on the road that has swallowed up and spit out - not always intact - too many of his contemporaries. How did he live to tell the tale, let alone create some pretty good music? This is the way he sees it: "I think I'm blessed that I was in a position to be what people called a rock star," said Emmett in a December telephone interview in anticipation of his Jan. 10 gig here. "They can call me a 50-year- old fart who used to be a rock star. Lots of people in our culture used to be but it's what you do when you're 50 ... you focus on what your strengths are and try to hide your weaknesses." A definite strength for Emmett - as well as a fair share of natural talent - is his love of music and his instrument of choice, the guitar. He acknowledges a love of every- thing from classic jazz, and of course, rock. On off time, he says he's apt to play some Steely Dan. "A lot of different styles," he adds, "is the formula that has made me the singer, guitarist and songwriter that I am. I write for the guitar." As for spending more than half of his life in what can be a cut- throat business, he reflects, "I guess I was disciplined enough ... It was a business arrangement with Triumph when I started. I got hired to do a job." He's grateful for what he calls the "moments" playing in Tri- umph. Doing a show in England on the same bill as Ozzy Os- bourne, for example. Watching performers such as Randy Rhoads, bass player Rudy Sarzo and Neil Shawn. "Now that boy had some chops," he says. "Work- ing with Alex Lifeson and Liona Boyd was a huge thrill for me." Rik Emmett takes the Oshawa Little Theatre stage Jan. 10. Tick- ets are $30 for the 'all ages' show and can be purchased in Oshawa at the Casket Store, 97 King St. E., or at Walter's Music Centre, Os- hawa Centre, 419 King St., W. Call 905-576-5114 for more information about the 7:30 p.m. show. Ve teran rocker 'triumphs' with solo career Entertainment in Brief DECEMBER 19, 2002 E-mail the News Advertiser with all your entertainment news at dstell@durhamregion.com Actor looking for Durham residents to get into improv DURHAM – Community the- atre and galas: actor Neil Crone says north Durham has a lot, but what's missing is comedy. Through his improvisation comedy workshops, Mr. Crone wants to bring more laughter to Uxbridge by teaching and recruiting come- dians. Within the next year, he hopes to have enough local talent, drawn from all over Durham Region, to do weekly or monthly shows in town. "I think it could be a real gangbuster," he said. "I see (the live shows) as the place to be on a Friday or Saturday night. "An improv show is com- pletely different every week," he said. "It can be a really cheap fun night for people. Why do people have to go to the city?" The idea is one he's been mulling over with his wife Suzanne for some time. "We're both kind of tired of commuting into the city to do this," he said. Mr. Crone, a former high school teacher, has been doing comedy and acting profes- sionally since 1987, performing shows around the world with partner Kevin Frank. Mr. Crone said improvisa- tion is a remarkable form of entertainment because it has a lot of audience interaction. As for the workshops, de- pending on interest, they could be ongoing. Mr. Crone added learning improvisation comedy is something which can be good for everyone, not just those looking for a future in comedy. Wo rkshops are $200 and run for eight weeks Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m., beginning Jan. 7, at 'Art on Albert Street Studios,’ 76 Albert St. in Uxbridge. Class sizes are lim- ited and are for ages 16 and up. Phone 705-357-1384 or e- mail neilcrone@sympatico.ca. A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com “NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA” Ajax/Pickering One Parent Families Association Location: Pickering Recreation Centre Date: December 31, 2003 Time: Door opens at 7:30 p.m. Price: $50.00 per person which includes D.J., prizes, party favours, hot & cold buffet & FREE champagne at midnight. Dress Code in Effect Contact Sandra at (905)666-9262 or Greg at (905)426-4865 24 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS 100 WESTNEY RD. S. AJAX 905-619-2229 EAST SIDE MARIO’S NEXT TO THE GO STATION Each day until Dec. 24th we’ll draw a child’s colour sheet to win a toy! Gift certificates available in $10, $25, $50 denominations SPECIAL EVENT TOYS FOR TOTS FESTIVE DANCE PARTY TOMORROW AT 8PM ANNANDALE COUNTRY CLUB On Church St. at Bayly St. Bring A New, Unwrapped Toy And The Admission Fee Is Only $10.00 P.P To ys Donated To Various Children’s Charities $15.00 P.P, $12.00 With This Ad 416-410-6010 www.superiorsocials.com Canadian International Social Network Admission Fees Cannot Be Combined Cake, Coffee, Snacks, Cash Prizes, Top DJ, & More... Magwyers Gift of Giving is in its fifth year. Every year we put on a holiday treat for the less fortunate in the Ajax/Pickering Community. Thanks to our patrons, local business and suppliers, we raise money by asking people to donate their loose change, Canadian Tire money, or make a donation of any kind, so that we can have a Christmas luncheon complete with turkey and all the trimmings. Santa also pays a special visit to distribute toys and gifts to all the children. Last year we managed to raise over $3,000 for this great event. We are looking for people to volunteer some time to wrap gifts and help serve the luncheon. Anyone willing to help should contact Glenn or Tracy at 905.426.8877. Wrapping commences at 9 am at the Legion on December 21, 2003. The luncheon begins at 12 noon. The generous support of out community has made this a complete success every year and we hope this year will be the most memorable yet. Christmas is a time for giv- ing and Magwyers is proud to do our part to help the many organizations in community help the less fortunate. HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering www.herongate.com (905) 472-3085 Presents... Glenn Ottaway January 23, 24 and 25 GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR CHRISTMAS GREAT FOOD GREAT SHOWS GREAT PRICES A Bedfull of Foreigners Running until December 28 Comedy & Magic A Comedy by Dave Freeman The following movies open in local theatres this weekend: ‘The Lord Of The Rings: Return of The King’ Directed by Peter Jackson Starring Elijah Wood, Sir Ian McKellen, Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Brad Dourif, Bernard Hill, Sir Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Dominic Monaghan, Viggo Mortensen, John Rhys-Davies, Liv Tyler, Karl Urban, Cate Blanchett, David Wenham, Mirando Otto In the third and final instal- ment of J.R.R. Tolkien's trilo- gy, Sauron's forces march against Minas Tirith, the cap- ital of Gondor, in their efforts to eliminate the race of men. A host of men, including Aragorn, heir to the crown of Gondorian, and the Rohan warriors, led by King Theodon, and the wizard Gandalf, fight desperately against them. Their goal is to distract the evil Lord Sauron from the hobbits Frodo and Sam, who continue their quest to destroy the all-pow- erful ‘one ring’ in the fires of Mount Doom, led by the dan- gerous Gollum, who wants to steal the ring for himself. Also opening in local the- atres this weekend is Mona Lisa Smile. FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS, CLICK ON durham region.com Outfitted for battle, the men of Gondor prepare to meet the attack of Sauron’s army in the final instalment of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. 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Ajax, Ontario L1T 2N3 Deadline for applications to be received is January 7, 2004 WINTER REGISTRAWINTER REGISTRATIONTION YMCA Playing to Learn Curriculum is the best approach to ensure a child’s continued enthusiasm and capacity for life-long learning. • Home cooked meals • Fully qualified staff • Small group experiences • Happy and safe environment • Regular parent/teacher conferences Ajax & Pickering Child & Family Development Ctr. (ages 18 mo. to 5 yrs.) 230 Westney Rd., S., Ajax (Westney Rd. & Bayly St.) 905-619-4565 ext. 312 Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. For information about our program and appointment to tour the center, please call: Pickering St. Ellizabeth Seton Jr. Y. (ages 2 1/2 yrs. to 10 yrs.) 490 Stroud’s Lane, Pickering (Stroud’s Lane/Hwy. #2) 905-831-9724 Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. a n d R E G I S T R A T I O N C H R I S T M A S Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the To advertise in our upcoming Winter Registration Sections Call Cori-Anne 905-683-5110 Ext. 228 Passion. Spirit. Triumph.PICKERING SKATING CLUB Oops! We Slipped Mon. 6:15 - 6:45 pm Jan 5 - Mar 29 13 sessions $130.00 Tues. 6:30 - 7:00 pm Jan 6 - May 4 17 sessions $180.00 Sat. 11:35 am - 12:05 pm Jan 3 - Mar 27 10 sessions $115.00 Sun. 1:15 - 1:45 pm Jan 4 - Mar 28 10 sessions $115.00 CanSkate Preschool (30 Minute Sessions) Mon. 6:00 - 7:00 pm Jan 5 - Mar 29 13 sessions $175.00 Tues. 6:15 - 7:15 pm Jan 6 - May 4 17 sessions $230.00 Thurs. 6:00 - 7:00 pm Jan 8 - Apr 1 11 sessions $145.00 Sat. 11:20 am - 12:20 pm Jan 3 - Mar 27 10 sessions $135.00 Sun. 1:00 - 2:00 pm Jan 4 - Mar 28 10 sessions $135.00 CanSkate (60 Minute Sessions) Ages 5 and up COME SKATE WITH US! Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club is proud to be a non-profit, volunteer-run, community organization Please contact us at 905-420-4117 for more information Prices in City of Pickering 2003/2004 Winter Brochure are incorrect. Please refer to correct pricing below: • Only Skate Canada sanctioned Club in Pickering • Not just a learn-to-skate program! • Flexible in-person registration or register by mail • Ice Show April 2004 - showcasing every skater! • Preschool to competitive • Variety of session days and times available • Highly certified NCCP certified coaches on staff! • Conveniently located in the Pickering Rec Arena Complex (Delaney Rink) near the Pickering Town Centre! • Comfortable viewing area for parents • Please inquire about eligibility for our 10% discount • Private coaching available – give your child an edge! Plus $15.00 Skate Canada Fee www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 35 A/P On stage January 16, 17, 21-24 Durham Shoestring Perform- ers present 'How Could You, Mrs. Dick' by Douglas Rodger at the Arts Resource Centre, Queen Street behind Oshawa City Hall at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available at the Unit- ed Way Information Services in the Oshawa Centre or from DSP's Website at www.durhamshoestring.org. February 5 to 21 Oshawa Little Theatre pre- sents 'Moon Over Buffalo' by Ken Ludwig, in which America's repertory sweethearts, George and Charlotte Hay, try for their chance at Hollywood stardom. Curtain time is 8 p.m. For ticket information, call 905-723-0282. February 12 to 28 Whitby Courthouse Theatre presents Beth Henley's play 'Crimes of the Heart' at the Cen- tennial Building, 416 Centre St. W., Whitby, Thursdays to Satur- days. Individual tickets are $10 for Thursdays and $12 for Fri- days and Saturdays. Tickets are available one month before the show at Lafontaine Trading Post, 106 Dundas St. W., Whitby, 905-430-3774. Performances Wednesday, December 31 B and L Entertainment pre- sents Bernie Jessome as Roy Or- bison, along with Lori Coulson and Jimmy Fraser in a dinner and show starting at 9 p.m. at Harmony Creek Golf Centre, Bloor Street, Oshawa. Reserved seating tickets are $100 per per- son which includes buffet dinner, three-choice dinner menu, party favours and champagne toast at midnight. For tickets, call B and L Entertainment at 904-404- 6855. Saturday, January 17 Oshawa-Durham Symphony Orchestra celebrates the centen- nial of 20th Century composer Aram Khatchaturian at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Rit- son and Rossland roads, Os- hawa. Guest conductor Harout Fazlian will be joined by guest musician Chuan Yun 'Babee' Li. Tickets are available by calling 905-579-6711. Prices are adults and seniors, $28, and students and children $12. Swing Shift big band performs at the fifth annual Oshawa Hu- mane Society fundraising dance at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43, 471 Simcoe St. S. Dance starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 each, $27 per couple. Tickets available at Pet Valu stores in Oshawa, Courtice, Ajax or call 905-433-2022. P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com CHURCH ST. AT BAYLY 905-683-3210 ANNANDALE SPECIAL PRICE GIVE THE GIFT OF G LF 6 PACK OFFER FOR 2004 SEASON $180 6 WEEKDAY ROUNDS OF GOLF VALUE $210 (2003 VALUE) INCLUDES TAX Sports FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Seven defeats and counting for Pickering juniors By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING —What's wrong with the Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers? The OHA Ontario Provincial Junior 'A' Hockey League club's season is unravelling quickly with a span of futility that has reached seven games without a victory. The team is also 0-for- December, with five losses so far this month. The Panthers (8-19-7-0 for 23 points, seventh in South Confer- ence) will try to reverse their string of ineptitude tonight (Fri- day) at the Pickering Recreation Complex when they meet the last-place Vaughan Vipers (10- 22-1-1 for 22 points) at 7:30 p.m. Panthers' head coach John Winder is looking for a different outcome Friday after losing 3-1 Monday to the same Vipers team in Vaughan. "I can assure you, the guys are really working to break out of it," says Winder of the prolonged slump. "I don't think we've been outplayed at all. We're just not scoring -- that's definitely it." What's not at the root of the Panthers' woes, says Winder, is work ethic and commitment. "I definitely would love to have the team that practises play a game. They work very hard in practice. It's definitely not their work ethic that's hurting us." Mo re than anything, Winder feels the current slump will test the mettle of his players. "This is what hockey's all about. We're trying to mature some young men and this is a real test for them. We're definite- ly in a slump and it's something for these kids to cope with. We definitely have a team that can compete and we're not very com- petitive right now." In an attempt to stem the tide of losses, the Panthers have ex- perimented with their goaltend- ing, using Ajax-Pickering Raiders minor midget netmin- der Ryan Daniels, instead of in- cumbents Devin Ramasawmy and Jonathan Keating. Although he was in net for the loss to Vaughan, Winder says it was def- initely not goaltending at the heart of the loss. "We have to look at our stats from the goaltenders on out from there. We wanted to have a look at Ryan as it was as good a time as any to put him in there and he did well." Injuries have also not helped the Panthers' cause, with several key offensive players currently out of the lineup. Kyle Cunning- ham (rib), Paul Michael Rivest (back) and Clay Costoff (broken wrist, out for season) are out for various lengths of time, along with defenceman and team cap- tain James Roseborough (reag- gravated ankle injury). The Panthers finished a three- games-in-four-days stint last weekend with nothing to show for their efforts. Along with the loss to Vaughan, the Panthers also dropped a 6-3 decision to the Markham Waxers on the road last Friday and a 4-2 loss on home ice to the Oshawa Legion- aires last Sunday night. Ryan Annesley scored the lone Panthers' goal against Vaughan, assisted by Mike Worrell, while Jeremy Whelan and John Scrym- geour notched the markers against Oshawa. Whelan, An- drew Dissanayake, and Scrym- geour scored against Markham. The Panthers have two games before the league breaks for Christmas. On Sunday, the ju- niors are in Couchiching to face the Terriers at 2:30 p.m. On Tuesday, the Panthers face the Oshawa Legionaires at the Os- hawa Civic Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Over the Christmas break, the Panthers will compete in the 10th annual Newmarket Show- case Junior 'A' Hockey Tourna- ment Dec. 27 to 29 at the Twin- ney Complex. The Panthers start Dec. 27 against the Buffalo Lightning. Preliminary play con- tinues Dec. 28 when the Pan- thers face the Oakville Blades at noon and finish with a tilt against the defending tourna- ment champion Texas Tornado at 8:30 p.m. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Coming up for air PICKERING –– Pickering Swim Club’s Victoria Young grabs a breath while competing in one of the events at the annual Lisa Flood Christmas Classic Swim Meet at the Pickering Recreation Complex pool last weekend. Competitors from swim clubs across Ontario took part in the prestigious meet. Panthers look for answers as losses keep piling up City player leads Bemidji State to big wins PICKERING —A local woman is having a solid season on the ice with a Minnesota college women's hockey team this season. Jenn Sadler, a freshman forward with the Bemidji State University (BSU) Beavers of Bemidji. Minn., recorded four points in the Beavers' two-game sweep of St. Cloud State last week. It was Sadler's first multiple-point effort of the year and she becomes BSU's first player to compile four points in one game during the 2003-04 campaign. In last Friday's 5-3 win, Sadler scored three goals and added an assist. The hat trick was the first of her career and her first three goals as a Beaver. She also tallied the game-winning goal. It was the team's first win in Western Colle- giate Hockey Association (WCHA) play this season. For her efforts, Sadler earned WCHA rookie of the week honours last week. Sadler has generated three goals and two assists for five points in her rookie season, placing her in a tie for fourth in team scoring. The Beavers are now 3-13-1 over- all and 1-10-0 in WCHA play. The Beavers will resume WCHA action on Friday, Jan. 9 and Saturday, Jan. 10 against St. Cloud State at the National Hockey Center. Sadler played with the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Mon- archs girls' hockey team last year, helping them to an Ontario cham- pionship. She also played with the Durham West Lightning interme- diates where she amassed 151 points over the previous three years, scoring at least 20 goals each season. JENN SADLER Rookie of the week honours Sadler rewarded for prolific week on the rink A strong leader, you will use your HR expertise and interpersonal skills to oversee our Human Resource systems. This calls for planning, managing and evaluating HR programs, staff and resources in accordance to existing legislation, regulations and guidelines and by developing best practices for sustaining a diverse workforce which reflects the needs of the Region we serve. In addition, as a member of the Executive Team and Leadership Team, you will assist the Executive Director in achieving excellence in all service and operations through sound strategic and operational planning in Human Resources. First-hand knowledge and experience in recruitment and retention; training and development; labour relations; with a public sector unionized employer, is essential. The successful candidate will have 5 + years of HR generalist experience and possess a CHRP designation or equivalent. A University degree majoring in Business or Human Resources would be a definite asset. For further details, job specifics and other career opportunities, visit our website at: www.durhamcas.ca We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package. Please apply in confidence, by January 15, 2004, to: Human Resources Department, Durham Children’s Aid Society, 555 Rossland Road West, Oshawa, Ontario L1J 3H3; Fax: (905) 433 0716; E-mail: hr.durham@durhamcas.ca We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Durham Children’s Aid Society Is seeking candidates for the position of: DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES 633 Granite Court Pickering, ON L1W 3K1 Fax: 905 837-6352 humanresources@lenbrook.com Reporting to the Vice-President of Employee Services, this position is responsible for providing executive administrative support and project assistance. Executive Assistant - File – 496 Qualifications: The primary responsibilities of this position include: Advanced proficiency in MS Windows XP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Strong interpersonal skills Minimum five years ExecutiveAssistant experience is required Must be professional, organized, proactive, and extremely confidential Must be very flexible and possess excellent communication skills Must be able to easily adapt to changing schedules Administrative support including, but not limited to: word processing, scheduling, screening telephone calls, mail- sorting, photocopying, filing etc. Screening internal and external guests Preparing confidential projects and reports Coordinating various meetings - agenda development, organizing necessary files/documents, preparing and distributing meeting minutes, and related follow-up Making travel arrangements Liasing with community associations Other projects/activities may apply If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your résumé electronically, quoting File #496 by December 26, 2003. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all others for their interest. No phone calls or agencies please. 10 Tempo Ave,Willowdale, Ontario, M2H 2N8 Thank you for considering Metroland Community Newspapers as a potential employer, however,only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. SALES REPRESENTATIVE CAREERS & CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Metroland Community Newspapers, the publisher of over 65 newspapers in the greater Toronto area and south-central Ontario seeks an experienced Careers & Classified Advertising Sales Representative for the corporate sales office. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in selling careers & classified advertising over the phone in a fast-paced, deadline- driven environment. This position is responsible for growing classified revenue through outbound sales (cold calling), handling incoming advertiser calls, and executing sales strategies. The candidate selected will have an entrepreneurial spirit, media experience and the ability to respond to industry trends while maintaining a professional work ethic. Experience in newspaper or magazine layout, design and production experience desired. The ability to manage multiple projects is a must as our industry is ever changing and our clients' needs are ongoing. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales either in an outside media sales capacity or inside sales business development environment. We provide a comprehensive training program and a competitive compensation package to include a base salary with commission. This package is designed to compensate successful sales people and will increase as you grow your business. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume with cover letter before Dec.22, 2003 to rscapin@metroland.com or you may fax or mail your resume to attention: Manager - Careers & Classified Advertising at 416-493-0623. Financial Services Officer HEPCOE Credit Union is one of Canada's largest and most progressive co-operative financial institutions. Our success for over 60 years is due to our customer-centered philosophy. We build relationships with members to help them enjoy life today and achieve financial security in the future. A challenging opportunity is available within our Pickering branch for an enthusiastic, sales-oriented individual. In this role, you will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to obtain sales results while managing investment and lending portfolios of our members. This involves managing member relations, providing service quality, and generating profitable portfolio and fee income growth through the effective use of member retention strategies and new business development activities. A team player with strong initiative, your background includes underwriting experience demonstrating a thorough knowledge of credit interviewing techniques and well-developed credit investigative underwriting skills. You have demonstrated experience in achieving profitable sales targets through the effective use of selling techniques and have experience with personal account management. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment by utilizing strong time management skills and a high degree of adaptability are key attributes to succeed in this position. A strong desire for personal development, including the successful completion of a Mutual Fund License, rounds out your qualifications. If you have what it takes to be part of an innovative and dynamic organization, please forward your resume, by Friday, January 9, 2004, to: HEPCOE Credit Union Limited, Human Resources Department, 777 Bay Street, 26th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5G 2C8; Fax: (416) 597-5081; E-mail: hr@hepcoe.com Visit our Web site at www.hepcoe.com We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to equal opportunity. Support Desk Te c hnologist Durham College seeks two Support Desk Technologists. Only candidates with A+ Certification as well as previous help desk and technical support experience will be considered. For full details, please visit www.durhamcollege.ca. Interested candidates may submit a resumé to jobs@durhamc.on.ca quoting competition #SS03-92 by January 5, 2004 or until suitable candidates are found. TRANSPORT Now Hiring "AZ DRIVERS" Permanent Positions U. S. Long & Short Haul Pa r t-time Positions Local and Highway. Days, evenings, weekends. Please contact Rob Hickman 1-800-414-6753 Ext. 232 IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Full and Part time Staff required also Experienced Post Office Clerks Great wages and benefits. Apply with resume in person: 130 Rossland Rd. East Ajax or Fax: 905-428-0232 Att: Sam Halabi PA RT TIME WAREHOUSE HELP WANTED Approx. 20 hrs per week •Must be able to work flexible shifts including afternoons and Saturdays. •Must be able to do heavy lifting •Must have a valid drivers' license Send Resume: Attention Tim Harris 130 Commercial Ave. Ajax ON L1S 2H5 or Fax 905-683-7363 We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates receiving an interview will be contacted. CLASS D, F AND Z Endorsement training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721-3368 or 905- 721-3340. TEACHER WANTED,grades 7 & 8. Private school. Please fax re- sume to: 905-686-2100. $SALES REPS DREAM$ Leading Energy Supplier Seeks B2B/Residential Reps Earn Up To $2,500/wk Managers Required Earn Up To $200K. Call Leo at 905-435-0518 ARE YOU THE hardworking, dependable person to complete our egg-grading team. Full time position available immediately. Apply in person with resume 3880 Edgerton Rd Blackstock CLEANING FACILITY MANAGER full time. University degree pre- ferred NOT essential. Please fax resume with salary expectations to: 905-579-2024. AUTO dismantler w/tools, also yard/warehouse person. Full-time automotive experience a must. Ap- ply to ABES Auto Recycling at 2532 Conc. Rd. 3, Bowmanville Call 1-888-355-5666. CLEANER (Heavy Duty) required for Long Term Care Facility in Pickering. Duties include floor buff- ing and carpet steaming cleaning. This is an afternoon shift (1pm- 9pm). Wage of $11.53 after pro- bation plus benefits. Fax resume 905-837-8496 Attention: Kevin Mumford CLEANING FULL TIME Night Su- pervisor Sun. to Thurs. 10 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. @ $13/hr. Please fax re- sume to: 905-579-2024. DISABILITY FIRM seeks Voca- tional Consultant to work with ODSP clients. Must have IBM computer, B.A., internet, own car. Knowledge of local labour market & disability issues. E-mail resume to: thetuffordgroup@sympatico.ca GET PAID WEEKLY!P/T & F/T, mail processors needed immedi- ately. Call 1-800-279-0019 ext. 105, or visit our website at www.opportunity-depot.com/mb DRIVER WANTED - Whitby based company requires full time driver with "D" licence for local pickups and deliveries. Day shift only. Clean drivers abstract required. Please fax resume, abstract, etc. to (905) 668-4433 FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Suitable for students. Call for a carrier route in your area today. (905)683-5117 LAST CHANCE to make some cash or start a career before the New Year. Customer service, PR and sales openings. Ask for Shara @(905) 721-9204. MAGICUTS, one of Canada's leading chains is opening a new salon in Pickering. Positions avail- able: Licensed manager and As- sistant Manager plus full and pt stylist. We offer: Competitive sala- ry, opportunity for advancement, paid vacation, profit sharing, free training classes, monthly prizes, hiring bonus, benefits. Join a win- ning team. Call Cheryl (905) 723- 7323. PICKERING Christian Non-Profit Daycare is looking for a full time, permanent teacher, E.C.E. only apply, spit shift.. Fax resume: Hir- ing Committee 905-839-8273 A.S.A.P. Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Ave. We T rain You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 Christmas Help Wanted RELIABLE DC DRIVER with ex- perience & clean abstract for daily egg deliveries. Apply in person with resume. 3880 Edgerton Rd, Blackstock SHIPPER/RECEIVER/Fork Lift Operator Food Processor located in Pickering looking for a shipper/receiver/fork lift operator, full time position, at least 2 years experience. Please submit all re- sumes to File # 963 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, L1H 7L5. START THE NEW Year with a NEW Part time business. Earn US $ in your spare time. Call Bruce at (905)683-1410 TAXI DRIVERS WANTED:30 day current abstract. Oshawa Taxi Li- cense required. City Wide Taxi. Phone for appt. (905)571-1331 be- tween 1-5pm. WORK FROM HOME Health and Nutrition Industry. $500-$1500 P/T $2000-$4000 F/T. Full Training Provided. 416-376-7926. www.athome-ebiz.com The Pickering Public Library requires part-time Information Services staff to fill several contracts. For more information about these positions, visit the library web site @ www.picnet.org. Job Descriptions will be listed under "What's New". LICENSED MECHANIC needed to start immediately in extremely busy shop in Oshawa. Please fax resume to (905) 576-1996 PICKERING AREA tool & die shop is looking for a CNC Set up/Operator for vertical machining centers. Jobbing shop experience and knowledge of mastercam an asset. Must be enthusiastic and work well with others. Please fax resume to: (905) 420-4473 SALES REPRESENTATIVE.Food Processor located in Pickering, looking for a sales rep to cover the territory from Oshawa to Yonge. Must have a few years of retail sales experience, a positive atti- tude, good work ethic, be well or- ganized, have a reliable vehicle. Renumeration includes salary and vehicle expenses. Please submit resume to: File # 963 Oshawa This Week. P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5. EXPERIENCED DENTAL Assist- ant required. Min 2 years experi- ence in dental field. Bowmanville. Reply to File #964, Oshawa This Week, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa ON, L1H 7L5 E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com ADVERTISE TODAY! CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 QP assumes no liability when using svc. 18+. FM/03. 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! LIVE CHAT! LIVE CHAT! Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, Cottage Trailers, Park Model Trailers, Folding Hardtop Tent Trailers – New & Used – Layaway & Financing – Terry, Wilderness & Coleman by Fleetwood – Acres of Deals 7 Days a Week – Coleman Campers Indoor Showroom – Prices marked on all Travel Trailers etc. Browsers Welcome – COTTAGES, WHO NEEDS THEM? “Beautiful Campgrounds Across Canada & USA, are yours to enjoy” c’mon out to Holiday World RV Centre , on the 115 hwy., 7 kilometeres north of 401 at Orono or visit our website at www.RVdeals.ca (905) 983-6030 or (800) 589-1854 – Avoid higher Spring Prices & higher interest rates, Get your best deal now! BITS AND BYTES COMPUTERS SERVICES Christmas Special:CD-RW Upgrade only $50 installed with purchase on any complete system. P2-350 Tower complete system $219; P3-450 complete systems $299; Complete systems includes: 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready.Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) & Other Accessories. (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsandbytes VENDORS WANTED for the 8th Metro East Spring Home & Garden Show March 5, 6, 7 at the new Pickering Markets Trade Centre. For more info: 905-426-4676 Susan O'Brien, ext 226 Mark Fucella, ext 229 Lisa Matthews, ext 227 sobrien@durhamregion.com mfucella@durhamregion.com lmatthews@durhamregion.com PUBLIC AUCTION EXCITING LIVE AUCTION! BY: B.I.D. AUCTION SERVICES Acting under instructions received: we will sell in detail lots: OUTSTANDING LIQUIDATION AUCTION NOTICE EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD - YEAR END CLEARANCE ESTATES, CONSIGNMENTS, CLOSEOUTS, SAMPLES H ousehold F urniture, D ining R oom S uites, B edroom S uite, C ollectibles, M ajor A rt C ollection, G old & D iamond J ewellery, D écor & A ccent C ollection, T iffany L amps, S ports M emorabilia, G randfather C locks, J ewellery, H ome F urnishings, L eather S ofa S ets, H ome T heatre CATALOGUE SALE - WILL BE SOLD IN DETAIL BY: THE PICKERING SPORTS COMPLEX SUN., DEC. 21 AT 1:PM (Preview 12:NOON) 1867 VALLEY FARM RD., PICKERING FINAL SALE BEFORE XMAS - PLAN TO ATTEND PARTIAL LISTING OF OVER 500 QUALITY ITEMS TO BE OFFERED D iamond J ewellery, A . J . C asson A rtworks, I ndoor O utdoor S culptures, L arge S ports M emorabilia C ollection, Q ueen A nne, N ostalgia, M odern, C ontemporary H ome F urnishings, G lassware, P orcelain, C ollector P lates, D ie C ast T oys, E lectronics, A ccent L amps, K enwood, S anyo, S tereos, C ordless P hones, L imoge C ollection, A ccent F urniture, JVC H ome T heatre, O ak & M ahogany D ining R oom S uites, S ofa, L oveseat & C hair E nsembles, L imited E dition P rints of G roup of S even M embers, L adies & G ents D iamond & G old R ings, E state R ings, W atch S ets & M ore. Many items wil be sold on the basis of NO MINIMUM - NO RESERVE! COME AND ENJOY THE FUN, EXCITEMENT AND THE GREAT DEALS! Terms: Free Admission, free parking. We accept Cash, Visa, MC Debit as available, additions & deletions ap ply, delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. Auctioneers reserve the right to refuse entry and have removed any perso n from the Auction. Information call: 905-940-0713. 10% Buyers Premium on all items, discount available. Sorry, no children please. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Main floor 3 bedroom house. South Oshawa. Close to all amen- ities & 401. C/a, 5 appliances, parking, very clean. $1250. all in- clusive. No pets. Adults preferred. References. Call 905-728-9175 or 905-576-0332 BROCK ST. /401,brand new 3 bedrom detached ensuite bath, shower in master, 2 1/2 baths, storage, garage, laundry, 5 appli- ances, quiet neighbhourhood. $l,495 plus. Jan. lst. Gabriel (905) 201-1596 or (416) 817-5318 CENTRAL WHITBY,newly reno- vated 2-bedroom, living, dining, and family rooms, ceramic floors, refinished hardwood. Two 4pc baths, fridge/stove, washer,/dryer, large driveway, large yard, Must be seen $1200/month including heat. Hydro/cable extra. Jan 1st. (905)261-1334 COTTAGE by the Bay, Pickering, renovated 1bdrm + den, 3-appli- ance, high-eff furnace, A/C, gar- age, fenced yard. Near school, shopping, GO. $950/month plus utilities, first/last/references. (905)839-1879 DETACHED 3 bedroom, 2 wash- room house in north Oshawa. Close to University & all amen- ities.. $1200+ 2/3 util. monthly. Credit check required. Immediate occupancy. Contact Taghi 905-442 -6761. FARMHOUSE,Hunter farms. 2-bedroom, new kitchen, bath- room, all freshly renovated. Little Britain area. (905)655-3393 HOUSE for rent. Short Term, Oshawa/Whitby boarder, whole house, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. $1250 plus utilities, call 905-404- 7555 OSHAWA - Bloor and Ritson. 3 bedroom bungalow $850. 2 bed- room basement apartment, sep. entrance, $750. Available now. Call 905-433-8862 leave message. OSHAWA - Bloor/Simcoe neigh- bourhood. Cozy well-maintained 3 bedroom bungalow. Parking for 3, close to City/Go. 4 appliances - Best value in Durham Region. Ref- erences/credit check/first/last Will rent furnished $900/mo. or unfur- nished $800+util. Flexible lease. Sorry no pets/non-smokers pre- ferred. Available now.. 905-448- 4108 leave message. PICKERING,3+1 bedroom semi Whites/Strouds. 1700sq.ft., ceram- ic large eat-in kitchen, 5 applianc- es, near 24hr. shopping/tran- sit/401. $1400 plus. No pets. First/last, references. Available Jan/Feb. Call (905)839-2280 houseforrent@rogers.com PORT PERRY,Borelia Co-op--2- & 3-bedroom townhouses avail- able immediately. Market rent $826-$923 +utilities. No subsidies available. Call 905-985-0423. WESTNEY/HWY 2 - new out- standing 3 plus one bedroom de- tached house, 2 1/2 baths, seper- ate living and family room, fire- place, 2 min to Go bus and hwy. Near all amenities. Phone (905)683-7339 WHITBY, Taunton/Lakeridge new three bedroom detached house, $1,550 plus utilities. First/last. Available immediate- ly/January. Days (647)229-2035 Evenings (905)686-8783 after 6 p.m. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fri. 7-9 p.m. IMMACULATE BROOKLIN To wn- home Watford/Winchester area. 3-bdrms, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, deck, garage, fenced yard, $1300+utilities. No smoking. Available immediately. 905-655- 9000. NEW! LUXURY Brooklin Town- home. Immediate possession to live in the "Wonderful Family Com- munity". Close to schools, 1,600sq ft. of spectacular upgrades; includ- ing hardwood floors, berber brdlm, ensuite, 3-bdrms, double garage. Executive non-smoking clientele preferred. $1500 per month plus utilities. Call Dan 905-432-4435 OSHAWA near Bloor & Park 3+1 bedroom townhouse end unit, washer/dryer. New flooring in kitchen. $975 + heat/hydro. Avail- able immediately. Call Ryan 905- 668-5491 or 416-934-6744 OSHAWA,Be a part of a commu- nity in a community. Now accept- ing applicants for 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses at Hillcrest Heights. Contact James 905-576-9299. Please, no calls after 9pm. PICKERING-3 bedroom renovat- ed townhouse, avail. now. (Liver- pool/Kingston), close to 2 schools, Mall. Library, bus routes, 401, & GO, $1,300+ utilities. References required. (905)426-6728. PICKERING.Very clean, 3-bdrms, 4 appliances, new carpet, freshly painted. Close to all amenities. $1050/mo + utilities. Avail. Jan. 1st. (416)453-1080 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. Open house Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7-9 p.m. WHITBY Spacious 3 bedroom townhouse, garage, 5 appli- ance, c/air, luxurious Bradley Estates, Brock/Manning, no pets/smoking, near amenities. Available Feb. 1st. $1400/mo. + utilities. First/last/references. 416-896-2131. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY/Jan 1st. Harmony/Olive, 2 room base- ment. Separate entrance, laundry, cable, parking. Share kitchen and bath. No pets. $425, first/last re- quired. Call 905-721-0453 CLOSE TO COLLEGE - Laundry, parking included. Full use of house. Ajax area. $475/month, first/last. Available immediately. 905-426-8568. Cell: 416-569- 8564. OSHAWA -2 rooms avail. in quiet house, close to OC, 401, GM. One room in basement, spacious, pri- vate bath, $500/mo. inclusive. Oth- er room on upper level of house, very large, share bath, $450/mo. inclusive. Includes parking, cable, laundry, shared kitchen/living area. Both avail. Jan. 1. Clean, working persons preferred. Call Tracey at 905-723-4755. snp WHITBY SPACIOUS basement - 3 rooms, available immediately. Suit female. Parking & laundry fa- cilities included. Each $400/month inclusive. Call 905-665-4676 HOUSE TO SHARE in Central Oshawa, close to bus and amen- ities. $425/mo. available Janu- ary/February 1st, first & last. call(905)725-6627. PORT Perry. Separate bedroom & living room with gas fireplace, own fridge, shared kitchen, bath & laun- dry, includes cable, heat & hydro. Suitable for single working person or student. $550. per month, avail- able immediately. 905-985-7882 ON JANUARY 10, 2004 Safe and Sound Self Storage Inc. will sell by auction the following accounts which are delinquent to cover the cost of rent and expenses: CGA Contracting of Ajax, Rod Bujold and Charlesworth Carter of Picker- ing, Andrea Burgess of Oshawa. Any of the tenants may pay the amount owing by Visa, Master- card, cash or interact to redeem their merchandise, removing ever ything prior to the auction. YOUNG WIDOW would like to meet kind, caring gentleman 55-65, good sense of humour, knows how to treat a lady. I like DANCING, travelling, drives in the country, dining out. Would like to hear from you. Serious replies on- ly: File #950, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 WEDNESDAY,November 19th around 1:00 at the gas station on Thickson Road. After paying for my purchase, I turned around and you gave me a big smile, As I started to walk away I glanced back at you twice and you stood there in the pouring rain smiling back. We never spoke. Do you re- member what I was wearing? If you are this female, I'll visit the gas station every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:00 until De- cember 31st looking for you (weather permitting). You may have been driving a late model red car. WITNESSES:Accident Hwy#2/Lakeridge, Monday De- cember 15th, noon, involving white Grand Am/Dark Van. Anyone who did or didn't speak to Police, please call (905)430-6799. Thank you. ECE TRAINED,15 yrs. experi- ence, CPR / First Aid - small numbers = loving care + attention. Fun, educational activities. Whites/Finch area. References available. Call for info. 905-831- 2841. CAREGIVER wanted for 2 pre- school children. Days. Light housekeeping duties. North Ajax (Greenwood). Must have own transportation. Contact Joanne af- ter 6:30 p.m. (905)426-8324 or email: gewd@sympatico.ca IN OUR HOME daycare for 2 boys ages 10 months & 3 years. 3 days/week. Flexible hours. Rose- bank/Sheppard. Starting Feb. 1st. Salary negotiable. (905)839-9240 PICKERING - after school care for 2 wonderful boys aged 9 and 11, must have car and references. 15 - 20 hrs. per week start January. (905)509-7925 CERTIFIED P.S.W.available to care for children, elderly and dis- abled, various shifts. Call Karen (416)558-9083 LIVE-IN CAREGIVER available. Professional care for children, eld- erly or disabled. Call Helen (416)708-8686 or see website www.tico-caregiver.com PILATES & YOGA- Regular & Pre -natal classes in east Markham. Call (905) 472-1405 to reserve your space for January. 7 Year old, black and white paint, sharp markings, easy keeper, she loves to ride, saddle available $2,500. Eight year old, cross Belg/1/4 horse, the gentle giant, no vises, he loves to ride, will draw, easy keeper, saddle available, $2,500. Horse stalls, 2 portable 10x10 puck board stalls, one year old, cheap at $2,000. 905-985- 0163 or 416-587-8459. 10PC. MAPLE dining room suite, pedestal table, 5 chairs, 2 leaves, matching hutch & buffet. 5yrs old $1999. Also 2 sets of lamps. Call (905)655-1528 LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $29.99. wallets from 9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, recondi- tioned ranges $125/up, recondi- tioned dryers $125/up, recondi- tioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480/up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appli- ances. Call us today, Stephen- son's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts.154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 BED,queen pillowtop, orthopedic Mattress set, never used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 200 LAYING CHICKENS, 3-sheds, 1-fridge, 3-sets scales- large/med/small. Hand&electric tools, small appliances: micro- wave/stand, dinning room set, 6-chairs, tables,china cabinet. Large octagonal pick-nick table. Large French Provincial so- fa/matching chair, 2-lazyboy chairs, lamps, collectibles, vases & plates, complete set-flatware in box, 2-TVs (1-24"/1-13"), 2-com- puter desks,office chairs, 2-com- puters like new. Complete set dishes, 8-wine glasses (24k gold, inlaid crystal), china. Large collec- tion-Ashton Drake Porcelain Dolls (30), collection-Barbie Dolls, many rare dolls. Match box dies cast 1962-1999, most in boxes, 10,000pcs. Corgi die cast, 40pc. approx. Die cast American Muscle 1/64 scale 200pcs., Die cast Ea- gle Racing 1/43 scale 500pcs. Die cast Maisto 1/24th scale 400pc., new in box.Die cast 1/18th scale, variety (50pcs) all new in box. New board games, very old Monopoly, Cribbage, Backgam- mon approx. 400. Large variety of other types of collectibles: 100's of skipping ropes, boomerangs, glow- in-the-dark stickers. Call 905-983 -6339, leave message. 9PC MAHOGANY diningroom suite, antique oval table, 6 chairs/2 leafs, Circa 1920; Matching new- er 2pc china cabinet, hutch $1,500. Pure wool Aubusson car- pet 9x12, ivory w/gold/green pat- tern $500. Call 905-697-0607 A King pillowtop mattress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St.W.Whitby. Call (905)665-7732 ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, many sizes. 20'x30' $4,500; 25'x40' $7,800; 30'x40' $9,200; 40'x60' $16,500; Since 1980. Call Pioneer Prefabricated Steel Build- ings. 1-800-504-7749. www. pioneerbuildings.com APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BEDROOM SET,8 pce. cherry- wood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, night stands. Dovetail construction, never opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $2,800. (416) 748 -3993 BRAND NEW MATCHING sofa & loveseat, Sklar Pepplar, neutral beige colour, $2,000. Transitional style, Call (905)723-9302. CANON BUBBLEJET printer, BJC -5100, approx. 2 yrs. old, hardly used, includes Canon Creative Pro Disk, best offer. ALSO lady's yel- low & white gold 14 karat solitaire ring, Marquis diamond, appraised at $1100. Serious offers. 905-404- 9896. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computers Services. Christmas Special: CD-RW Upgrade only $50 installed w/purchase on any com- plete system. P2-350 Tower com- plete system $219.; P3-450 com- plete systems $299; Complete systems includes: 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes CONTENTS of 2-bedroom apart- ment for sale. Solid pine bunk- beds, Chesterfield/loveseat, 4-ft square coffee table, more. Fore more information call 905-571- 2432- CUSTOM Made kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash colour cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom or cot- tage. (905)697-9462 (snp) DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT/wed- ding ring set. 1KT T.W. Engage- ment ring (.5kt diamond/diamonds on band), matching diamond wed- ding band (never worn) Mark (905)576-0503. DININGROOM 13 piece cherry, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, server, dove- tail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $3000. 416-746-0995 DININGROOM SET,medium wood, 5 pc. plus china cabinet. $600 obo. Also bedroom suite, (queen size bed), 2 end tables, dresser, chest of drawers, box- spring and mattresss, $600 obo. (905)430-1621 VENDORS Wanted at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per month for indoor space. Ask us about our specials. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905)436-1024 FOR SALE - Antique 10 pc Brickwede Brothers diningroom suite. Table w/2 pop-up leafs, 6 chairs + wall mirror. $1500 obo. Girls white wood grain desk w/ bookcase, topper, chair, 6-drawer dresser w/mirror $395 obo. Call 905-444-9404. FORMAL DINING ROOM 10-pc oak $1600; 7-pc oak queen-sized bedroom $900. girl's white 6-pc double bedroom $450; 5-pc queen bedroom in black, 2 yrs $1200; sofa & loveseat, navy blue 3 yrs $475; fridge $200. Will deliver 905- 260-1236 HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 It’s over..... Ladies engagement ring for sale.14K white gold, one round brilliant cut diamond surrounded by six baguette cut diamonds. Size 8. Appraisal papers put value at $3,000. Will sell for $1,500. Call 905-571-5344 LEAF TICKETS, Clubs. $490/pair. (416)880-6332 ON-SITE SERVICES,computers, networks, printers, copiers/fax ma- chines. 15 years exp. Call Garry 1-877-544-2047 or click on-site service at www.connect2s.com PIANOS & CLOCKS -ALL FLOOR STOCK CURRENTLY ON SALE - Roland digital pianos, Samick pia- nos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION 2 repairs and sales. Disc read error prob- lems?.......No problem!!! Exchange old for new with 3 month warranty. 1-888-251-8670 STOVE,30" white electric. Good working condition. Asking $90. Call (905)509-2178 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS - Play backed-up games. XBOX Chip: $150; PS1 Chip: $65; PS2 Chip: $150 (versions 1-8), $185 (versions 9, 10). Mobile computer repairs... virus protection, firewalls, internet sharing, networking, parts/accessories. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 READY TO PAINT CERAMIC Bisque. Large, unique variety. Christmas, garden, animals. 905- 473-2024 or dianne@ceramic.ca SEARS RIDDING TRACTOR, 19hp excellent condition, asking $1300. Vinyl Tunnel cover, fit newer GMC or Chevy short box, $150. 905-438-0558 SOFA & LOVESEAT -in beige leather and vinyl. Highback seats with high polished mahogany trim, one month old, asking $1100. Call 905-725-9823. SOFA for sale. Excellent condition. Cream upholstery with pale floral motif. Firm seating. Will sell for $250 obo. 705-328-2142. SOFABED -green sectional couch with recliner, brand new, never used. Paid $2600, asking $1500 obo. Call 905-718-0817. SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, 4 MAN HOT TUBS, Factory Blow Out, $2,500. Delivery includ- ed. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141 www.uk-swimmingpools.com/com panion1. htm TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435- 0747. WANTED - Motorized treadmill with automatic incline, good condi- tion, and reasonably priced. Call 905-985-0294. WANTED OLDER GIBSON Les Paul or ES-335 Guitar and Mar- shall head & cabinet Price nego- tiable. Call Bill (905)432-2243 WANTED:bedroom sets, dining- room sets, livingroom furniture and oak or maple kitchen sets. Will pickup and pay cash. (905)260- 1236 AAA-Lakeridge Farm Firewood, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for tree work and lot clearing. 905-427- 1734. SEASONED hardwood, bush cord and face cord, bagged and deliv- ered. 905-655-8797. ANTIQUE ARTICLES for sale - Round oak dining room 6 chairs and buffet $l,600, old settee and chair $750., 2 Chippendale chairs $450., miniature drop leaf table $250., unique old 5 piece bedroom suite $3,000. Many other old items - lamps, dressers, secretaries, etc. Call Johanna Rienstra at (905) 576 -7945. COMPUTER Troubleshooter- Specializing in building, upgrading and repairing all computers. Your location or mine. Very competitive rates. For a free estimate call Gilles at 905-242-6577 YAMAHA BLACK Ebony G2 5'8" Grand Piano. Prestine condition, includes bench. $12,750. Call Jo- hanna Rienstra at (905) 576-7945. PUPPIES - Staffordshire, Also pit bull puppies for sale, Call (905)623 -0892 PUPPIES,Samoyed, Schnauzer, Shitzu, Poodle, English Bull dogs, Shelties, Dashhounds, Doberman, Lhasa, Yorkie-X, Goldie Poos, Chihuahua, Boston Terriers, Pekingese, Kingcharles Cavaier, Rottweiller, Westhighland (ALSO Britnui Spaniels, $250 each). Collie-X's, Sheppard-X's $175 each. Kittens, Himalayan's & Persians. 905-831-2145. Groom- ing Services avail. SHIH-TZU pup, 11 weeks old complete with, new bed, cage brushes, blanket, shampoo, food, dishes. Vet checked, first shots, $600 firm, Call (905)434-7655 WANTED - Parrott, prefer African grey, cockatoo or amazon. Call 905-434-0392. 1957 Chev Belaire. 2 Door Post, rolling shell, no drive train, no in- terior, new floors installed. $6500 OBO. E-mail pics available. 905- 753-2540. 1983 CHEV. CAPRICE,4 dr. good condition, original owner, asking $1750. obo. Passed last emission test July 24/03 clear. Call (905)725 -8649 1985 TOYOTA MR2,2 seater, 1.6 litre, DOHC, sunroof, red, $l,500 or best offer. Telephone (905) 725- 4134. 1989 PONTIAC LESABLE, 3.8, 4 door, loaded, under coated every year since new, new alternator, new tires, new rear brakes, all new exhaust, as is $1,500, certified $1,900. Excellent shape. 905-372 -4720. No rust. 1990 PONTIAC Sunbird, runs great, great condition, recently passed drive clean. Only 155,000kms. Asking $1500 as is, obo. Call 905-261-8400, or after 6pm 905-4328406. 1992 DODGE SPIRIT,auto, 200,000-km, excellent running condition, very little rust. $1500. as is. (905)683-9028 1992 Saturn, 4door, 5-speed, bleu interior/exterior, sunroof, CD Player. 177,000kms, Certified & e- test. Call (905)982-1119 1993 OLDS 88 Royale, top condi- tion, 250K, very clean, $3,200. Te lephone (905) 428-2847 1994 PONTIAC SUNBIRD, 4 cylin- der, 119,000 km., 4 door, loaded with remote car starter, new Mich- elin tires, new exhaust, new rear brakes, white, as is $2,500, certi- fied $2,900. Call 905-372-4720. Must see, like new. 1995 CHRYSLER Seebring LXI loaded, burgundy on gray, certi- fied, e-tested, $3200 o.b.o. Call Sue 905-831-1947. 1995 COUGAR XR7,$3,999, 1996 Neon $2,999., 1995 Sunfire $2,999., 1991 Sentra $l,999., other from $1,899 and up. Certified and e-tested (Kelly and Sons 1976) (905) 683-7301 or 905 686-0486 1995 GRAND PRIX excellent con- dition asking $3600 OBO. call (905)686-1769, or 416-642-8760 ask forTony. 1995 HYUNDAI ACCENT, 2 dr, 5 spd, purple, 140,000km, all main- tenance records available. $2995 certified + e-tested. (905)571-9382 2001 DODGE DAKOTA,regular cab, 3.9L, V-6, black, lowered and more! $15,995. Call Jeff 905-430- 0248. 2003 CHEV CAVALIER Take over lease @ $296/mo. Nothing up front. Will pay for 2 months lease. Medical reasons. 4-door, dark green. Phone 905-623-0037 SALES LIMITED ● Bad Credit ● Even Bankrupt Credit ● But need a car? Phone Mel Today 905-576-1800 All applicants 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 MOVING - MUST SELL. Was $5000, now $3000 obo. 1965 GT 400 Body Kit. Needs some work, will run. Body in good shape. Call 905-655-4770 or 905-718-3964. NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2004 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRU PTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT SEASON'S GREETINGS! END OF YEAR CLEARANCE 2001 Montana Ext., pewter, loaded, rear heat, CD, 65k, $15,900 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, red, 2 dr, auto, air, CD, 52k, $8,900 2000 Chev Venture ext.sand, 4dr., p.w., p.l., 73k, $13,200. 2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE,burgundy, V6, auto, air, loaded, 72k, $11,5200 1998 GMC Suburban SLT, black, 4 dr, load- ed, leather, 4x4, 225k, $12,900 MORE TO CHOOSE FROM FINANCING OAC MycRush Auto (905)668-2467 evening & weekends (905)260-1012 405 Mary St. E. Whitby WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive? Lots of choices. Down or Tr ade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free re- moval for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 1989 GMC ASTRO VAN $1000-obo as is. Runs well, needs bodywork. Fully loaded. Power locks/windows. Alarm system. A/C works well. Call (905)720-3952 ask for Conrad. 1992 SUZUKI SIDEKICK 5-spd standard. New computer, tires & clutch. runs well. Asking $1900. Also 92 cube van, diesel engine & new transmission, 175,000-km. $4800. (905)433-0755 1994 CHEV BLAZER 4-dr, 4x4 Ta hoe LT. 4.3 automatic, 188,000 -kms. Power locks/windows/seat, AM/FM/CD, overhead console, leather seats, tilt/cruise, factory mags. Rear defog/wiper. A/C, Cer- tified/e-tested $5300-obo 905-571- 5138 1998 DODGE Grand Caravan, good condition, lots of extras, $9500 safety & e-tested. Phone Rob (905)428-1756 1998 GMC AWD SLX Safari Van, teal, 95,000kms, e-tested, air, p.w., p.l., cruise, tilt, hidden hitch, am/fm cassette/Sony 10 CD changer w/remote, $9,500. Call (905)579-4531 A/P PAGE 40 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Please see page 43 for more classifeds. T h e r e ’s O n l y O n e G u y T h e r e ’s O n l y O n e G u y There’s Only One Guy W h o S h o u l d D r i v e L o a d e d . W h o S h o u l d D r i v e L o a d e d . Who Should Drive Loaded. T h i s h o l i d a y s e a s o n , m a y b e m e r r y b u t w i s e . T h i s h o l i d a y s e a s o n , m a y b e m e r r y b u t w i s e . This holiday season, may be merry but wise. U s e g o o d j u d g e m e n t . D o n ’t d r i n k a n d d r i v e . U s e g o o d j u d g e m e n t . D o n ’t d r i n k a n d d r i v e . Use good judgement. Don’t drink and drive. Judi Longfield, MP Constituency Office: 965 Dundas St. W. Whitby, Ontario L1P 1G8 Tel: 905-665-8182 email: judi.longfield.mp@durham.net Whitby - Ajax B e S a f e t h i s B e S a f e t h i s H o l i d a y S e a s o n ! H o l i d a y S e a s o n ! D o n ’t D r i n k A n d D r i v e . D o n ’t D r i n k A n d D r i v e . C R G o a c h l i t e o l l e r a r d e n s R o l l e r s k a t i n g a t i t ’s b e s t A L C O H O L F R E E a H e a l t h y w a y t o b r i n g i n t h e N E W YE A R . D e c e m be r 3 1 s t 8 p m ti ll 2 a m ~ C a l l f o r t i c k e t s (9 0 5 ) 4 2 9 -2 2 1 1 8 8 K I N G S T. W. O S H AWA Bo o k y o u r C h r i st m a s & N ew Yea r s P ar t i e s M id ni ght m eal BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. Bus. 905-683-6561 Fax: 905-683-8705 SALES • LEASING • SERVICE COLLISION REPAIRS 2 0 1 B a y l y S t , W., A j a x , O n t www.bissellbuick.com M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S , M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S , H A P P Y N E W Y E A R F R O M H A P P Y N E W Y E A R F R O M A L L O F U S T O Y O U ! A L L O F U S T O Y O U ! P LE A S E DON ’T D RI N K A ND DR I V E PL E ASE D O N’T DR I NK AN D D R IVE Durham Rapid Tax i Serving Durham Region 24 Hours a Day (Pickering)905-83-12345 (Ajax) 905-619-9300 Summer Special Prices Down Town $45.00 Airport $47.00 rrs TM ®Free Pay Phone Number 1-888-851-4511 Durham Rapid Taxi Serving Durham Region 24 Hours a Day (Pickering)905-83-12345 (Ajax) 905-619-9300 W i n t e r S p e c i a l P r i c e sWinter S p e c i a l P r i c e sWinter Special Prices From Pick to Downtown $45.00 From Pick to Airport $47.00 From Ajax to Downtown $50.00 From Ajax to Airport $52.00 rrs TM ®Free Pay Phone Number 1-888-851-4511 PICKERING HONDA 575 Kingston Road, Pickering Tel: (905) 831-5400 Fax: (905) 831-3381 pickeringhonda@sympatico.ca www.pickeringhonda.com Wishes you a Safe and Happy Holiday 20032003 M O O D I E ’S M O T O R I N N MOODIE’S MOTOR INN 778 KINGSTON RD. AJAX (905) 683-1995 Featuring Please don’t Drink and drive. S e a s o n s G r e e t i n g s F r o m S e a s o n s G r e e t i n g s F r o m Seasons Greetings From P L E A S E P L A N A H E A D ,D R I N K R E S P O N S I B LY A N D D R I V E S O B E RPLEASE PLAN AHEAD, DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND DRIVE SOBER Durham Regional Police & Traffic Service Branch w w w.m a d d u r h a m .o r g DURHAM REGION CHAPTER OSHAWA LINE: (905) 579-1520 TORONTO LINE: (905) 683-9100 O N TAR I O F I R E WOO D 1 -88 8-466 -3 066 1 -8 88 -46 6-3 06 6 CUT & S P LIT CUT & SP LI T D e l ivered De l ivered Quality Seasoned Hardwoods Guaranteed MeasurGuaranteed Measurements Happy Holidays from Happy Holidays from P h : (9 0 5 ) 5 0 9 -3 8 0 6 F x : (4 1 6 ) 9 4 6 -1 1 8 3 b o t t o m @ e o l .c a Highway Traffic Act defence for the working person Speeding, Careless driving, Signs www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 41 A/P A/P PAGE 42 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com AJAX MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION NOVICE DIVISION As of Dec. 14/03 TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Greenwood Tamad 11 8 2 1 56 40 17 Peace of Mind Home 11 7 3 1 60 42 15 Play It Again Sports 11 6 2 3 38 34 15 Total Home Comfort 11 6 4 1 55 59 13 Source for Sports 11 4 3 4 50 36 12 L. Hickling-Re/Max 11 5 4 2 40 34 12 Pickering Village Sq. 11 5 5 1 51 42 11 Fujiki Dental 11 5 6 0 48 55 10 Carroll Home Improve.11 3 6 2 36 50 8 Knights on Guard 11 3 7 1 35 39 7 Ontario Power Gen. 11 3 7 1 25 38 7 KC’s Pets 11 2 8 1 24 49 5 ATOM DIVISION As of Dec. 14/03. TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS McDonald’s of Ajax 10 9 1 0 71 43 18 Bay Cycle Sports 10 7 2 1 44 21 15 Ajax Optimists 10 6 2 2 33 28 14 Knights on Guard 10 5 3 2 59 44 12 Play It Again Sports 10 5 3 2 51 52 12 Source forSports 10 5 3 2 43 44 12 Kinsmen Club 10 6 4 0 27 30 12 Ontario Hyundai 10 5 4 1 64 56 11 Mr. Sub 10 5 5 0 52 38 10 Cassidy & Co. 10 3 6 1 34 47 7 Fujiki Dental 10 3 7 0 36 53 6 The Browns 10 2 6 2 23 42 6 Ontario Power Gen. 10 2 8 0 45 66 4 7/Eleven Canada 10 0 9 1 29 64 1 PICKERING HOCKEY ASSOCIATION AT OM HL TEAM STANDINGS TEAM GP W T L P GF GA Dickson Printing 6 5 0 1 10 27 16 Boyer Pontiac 6 4 1 1 9 32 24 BMO Mutual Funds 6 3 2 1 8 19 13 Alliance Collision 6 3 1 2 7 21 18 Ontario Power Gen. 6 3 0 3 6 23 18 Pickering Oldtimers 6 3 0 3 6 22 30 Arnts Loam Supply 6 2 3 1 7 25 19 Bay Cycle Sports 6 2 0 4 4 26 34 Mimcom New Choice 6 2 0 4 4 15 29 ReMax - P. Etherington 6 2 0 4 4 31 27 Ward Crane Rental 6 2 0 4 4 13 25 Exit Realty 6 1 1 4 3 19 20 ATOM DIVISION POINTS LEADERS PLAYER TEAM GP G A PTS PEN Mathew Grape Boyer Pontiac6 17 3 20 0 Brian Leslie Oldtimers 5 12 4 16 2 Karl Mueller Alliance 6 11 2 13 2 Colin Goodrham Etherington 6 7 6 13 0 Alex Christidis Exit Realty 6 7 5 12 0 Domenic GiordanoBay Cycle 6 8 3 11 0 Erik Watson Dickson Print 6 8 3 11 2 Matthew Yarde OPG 6 6 5 11 0 Jacob Arnts Arnts Loam 6 8 2 10 0 Lee Hessner Etherington 6 8 2 10 0 ATOM HL GOALIE STATISTICS TEAM NAME GP GA GAA BMO Mutual Funds Bradley Scott 5 11 2.20 Alliance Collision Jordan LeBlond 5 14 2.80 OPG Evan Keys 6 18 3.00 Dickson Printing Alex Fraser 5 15 3.00 Exit Realty Michael McGill 4 13 3.25 PEE WEE HL TEAM STANDINGS TEAM GP W T L P GF GA OPG 6 6 0 0 12 20 5 White Radio 6 5 0 1 10 26 11 The Score Television 6 4 0 2 8 25 23 Pickering Honda 6 3 1 2 7 25 21 Bob Johnston Chev 6 3 0 3 6 17 20 Phoenix Search Group 6 2 2 2 6 15 18 Brian English Found. 6 2 1 3 5 21 22 Master Mechanic 6 2 1 3 5 19 17 Source for Sports 6 2 0 4 4 18 28 Sporting Images 6 1 3 2 5 18 19 Boyer Pontiac 6 0 3 3 3 10 14 Legion 606 6 0 1 5 1 10 26 PEEWEE DIVISION POINTS LEADERS PLAYER TEAM GP G A PTS Daniel Ronco Pick. Honda 6 9 6 15 Brandon Eldridge S. for Sports 6 12 0 12 Kyle Adams The Score 6 9 3 12 Tyler Davies White Radio 6 9 3 12 Kyle Bennett Pick. Honda 6 3 8 11 Trent Sayers Bob Johnson 6 7 3 10 Tr a vis Rutherford The Score 6 3 7 10 Zachary Tustin Sport Images 6 8 1 9 Dylan Murray Legion 606 5 7 1 8 Christian Robar B. English 6 6 2 8 ATOM HL GOALIE STATISTICS TEAM NAME GP GA GAA Mitchel Avison OPG 6 5 0.83 Michael Bowden White Radio 6 11 1.83 Steven Smith Boyer Pontiac 5 12 2.40 Kyle Tyo Bob Johnson 4 10 2.50 David Wilson Pick.Honda 5 4 2.80 BANTAM HL TEAM STANDINGS TEAM GP W T L P GF GA Legend Music 6 6 0 0 12 22 4 Bay Cycle and Sports 6 4 2 0 10 29 18 Cdn Custom Carpet 6 4 0 2 8 17 13 Animal Removal 6 4 0 2 8 14 12 Pickering Oldtimers 6 3 2 1 8 19 15 Cdn Progress Club 6 3 1 2 7 19 20 Green Gecko Photo 6 3 0 3 6 16 16 Papps Restaurant 6 2 2 2 6 18 15 Remax P. Etherington 6 2 1 3 5 16 13 Ryswin Grafix 6 1 3 2 5 11 14 Bob Baun Hockey 6 1 1 4 3 17 27 Midas Muffler 6 1 1 4 3 13 16 Knights of Columbus 6 1 0 5 2 14 25 Ontario Power Gen. 6 0 1 5 1 5 22 BANTAM DIVISION POINTS LEADERS PLAYER TEAM GP G A PTS Joshua Coyle Pick. Oldtimers 6 11 6 17 Brad Peattie Bay Cycle 6 11 6 17 Brian Smith Animal Rem. 6 10 2 12 Shaun Vadera Legend Music6 10 1 11 Evan Boileau Bay Cycle 6 8 3 11 Michael Kelly Custom Carpet6 7 4 11 Michael Alfano Papps 6 9 1 10 Kevin Ingham Etherington 6 5 5 10 Dylan Quigley K of C 6 5 3 8 Kevin Baker Etherington 6 4 4 8 BANTAM HL GOALIE STATISTICS NAME TEAM GP GA GAA Jonathan Chiasson Legend Music 6 4 0.67 Joshua Brown A Animal Removal 6 12 2.00 Tyler Marden Remax - Paul 6 13 2.17 Andy Morrison Cdn Custom Carpet 6 13 2.17 Jeffrey Forgeron Ryswin Grafix 6 14 2.33 MIDGET HL TEAM STANDINGS TEAM GP W T L P GF GA Century Small Business6 4 2 0 10 29 9 Port Royal Mills 6 4 1 1 9 20 10 Boyer Pontiac 6 3 1 2 7 19 22 Auto Trek 6 3 1 2 7 15 17 Remax - S. Lynden 6 2 1 3 5 6 13 Bob Johnson Chev 6 1 2 3 4 11 16 OPG 6 1 1 4 3 12 21 MIDGET DIVISION POINTS LEADERS PLAYER TEAM GP G A PTS Bryan Knipe Century 6 7 5 12 Ryan Beck Century 6 9 2 11 Chris Attard Boyer 6 8 2 10 Andrew Morrill P. Royal Mills 6 5 4 9 Kyle Hope OPG 6 5 3 8 Mark Finnegan Auto Trek 6 3 4 7 Jake Passmore Century 6 1 6 7 Christopher Robson Boyer 6 5 1 6 Michael Fawcett Century 6 4 2 6 Neil Felder Auto Trek 6 3 3 6 MIDGET HL GOALIE STATISTICS NAME TEAM GP GA GAA Anthony Delle Done Century 5 9 1.80 Daniel Delmedico Remax 6 13 2.17 Matthew McMulkin Bay Cycle 6 14 2.33 Bryan Henderson Port Royal Mills 3 7 2.33 Wesley Pritchard Bob Johnson 6 16 2.67 JUVENILE HL TEAM STANDINGS TEAM GP W T L P GF GA Boyer Pontiac 6 3 2 1 8 30 24 Licks 6 3 1 2 7 29 24 Bay Cycle and Sports 6 2 2 2 6 23 30 Mr Transmission 6 2 1 3 5 25 21 AVR Communications 6 2 1 3 5 23 27 Bob Johnston Chev 6 2 1 3 5 17 21 JUVENILE DIVISION POINTS LEADERS PLAYER TEAM GP G A PTS PEN Marc Di Rosa Mr Trans. 6 9 5 14 4 Gregory Cusack Bay Cycle 6 9 3 12 0 Chuck Smith Boyer 6 3 9 12 0 Ryan Gemon Boyer 6 7 4 11 4 Ryan Cain AVR 6 3 8 11 0 Chris MacIlwain AVR 6 5 3 8 6 Christopher Walsh Licks 6 3 5 8 0 Eric Neubauer Licks 6 4 3 7 14 Robert Kenny Licks 6 3 4 7 0 Kevin Bahinski Bob Johnston 6 3 4 7 6 JUVENILE HL GOALIE STATISTICS NAME TEAM GP GA GAA Ryan Sabourin Mr Transmission 3 10 3.33 Matthew Chin Bob Johnston 6 21 3.5 Kevin Dudgeon Licks 5 18 3.6 Peter Watkins Mr Transmission 3 11 3.66 Daniel Sharpe Boyer Pontiac 6 24 4 AJAX BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate bridge results from Dec. 16/03. STRATIFIED OPEN PAIRS - FLIGHT ‘A’ NORTH-SOUTH 1. Peter Lipscomb, Ian Coats; 2. Nancy Dundas, Trevor Dundas.EAST-WEST 1. Jacqueline Mollaret, Allan Monteiro; 2. David Sawic- ki, Irwin Schwartz. FLIGHT ‘B’ - NORTH-SOUTH 1. Patricia Brudnicki, Robert Hoult; 2. Judy Wight, Mary Alton.EAST-WEST 1. Carolyn Stevens, Sid Stevens; 2. David Orme, Malcolm Longley. FLIGHT ‘C’ EAST-WEST 1. Frank Saliani, Fred Oliver. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 43 A/P CALL THE SNOW REMOVAL GUYS 24 HR Snow Clearing, Salting. Dependable Quality Service Ask for The Boss Office - 905-428-6615 Cell - 289-314-8877 Seniors Discount: 10% Call for your free estimate! •Please Call us to Book NOW!MORRISON, ALBERT L.– Musician and member of Emmanuel Praise and Worship Centre in Ajax. A Gem, passed away on Saturday December 13th, 2003 at the Toronto General Hospital. Albert, at the age of 43, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Sadly missed and remembered by his children, family, Sis. Gloria, church family and all his friends. Albert will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He has touched many lives. We love you. Resting at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL,1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432- 8484) with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Satur- day, December 20th, 2003 at 10 AM. The family of Albert will receive friends from 7-9 PM on Friday December 19th, 2003. Interment to follow at Union Cemetery (Highway #2 and Thornton Rd., Oshawa). Our sincere thanks to all the doctors and nurses at Chemo Clinic at Centenary Hospital, Whitby Dialy- sis Unit, Toronto General Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital. Special thanks to Dr. Keith Stew- art. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. ANDERSON, Elsie J.With dignity and courage, passed away at the Rouge Valley Health System, Ajax Site, on Wednesday, December 17, 2003 in her 77th year. Beloved wife of 35 years to Burt. Lov- ing Mom of Maralyn and her husband Robert Smer- age; and step mother of Michael. Proud Grandma of Angie, Rob, and great grandchildren Marisa, Bran- don and Justin. Survived by sisters Pearl, Velma and Thelma, and their families. The family will re- ceive friends the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905- 428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Friday. Funeral service in the chapel on Saturday, December 20, 2003 at 11 am. Interment Mt. Lawn Memorial Gar- dens, Whitby. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the charity of your choice would be ap- preciated. 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Unit # 3 (905)420-0320 PRIVATE MASSAGE Russian Touch 25 years old Open 9am-9pm $60.00 (416)358-3006 Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Please read your clas- sified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be respon- sible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. To pla ce your personalized In Memoriam, call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. 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 Classifieds continued from page 40 Scoreboard DECEMBER 19, 2003 Knight mites roll to season-opening win over Stouffville AJAX ——The Ajax Knights 'AE' mites hockey team was mighty in Stouffville Saturday. The Knights were all over the Stouffville Clippers from the drop of the puck, winning their season opener 5-0. The Clippers could not pene- trate the defensive zone, as the Ajax team was solid along the blue-line. Scoring were Brendan Slade, Christopher Nelson, Marcus Crawford, Dallas Haseldon and Jessica Thompson. Assists were recorded by Thompson, with two, and Matthew Taylor. Conner LaCourse was out- standing in net. Other team members are Mar- shall Lockhart, Andrew Hughes, Andrew Dobson, Russell Wong, Payton Beckett, Mathieu Cabr- era, Jason Ruber, Noah Robins and Jamie Ernst. Mark Haselden, Derek Dob- son, and Bert Thompson coach the team. The trainer is Robb Crawford. Team manager is Colleen Ruber. Ajax squad dulls Clipper attack Women’s teams wanted for indoor soccer tourney DURHAM —— Area women's soc- cer teams are needed for the second annual YWCA of Durham Women's Indoor Soc- cer Tournament in Oshawa next month. The tournament is Saturday, Jan. 10, starting at 8 a.m. at the YWCA Family Programs Cen- tre, 1 McGrigor St. Each team is guaranteed three 40-minute games. Prizes are awarded to the top teams. Cost is $200 per team or $20 per person. Deadline to register is Jan. 5. For more information, call the YWCA Family Programs Centre at 905-723-YWCA (9922). A/P PAGE 44 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Come & Worship Section Call Janice 905-683-0707 or Fax 905-579-4218 C OME & W ORSHIP ST. GEORGE’S Anglican Church Founded 1832 Pickering Village Hwy. #2 & Randall Dr., Ajax (905) 683-7981 May the Christmas and New Year’s Season be a time of peace and hope for all your family Dec. 21 - Advent 4 9:00 Holy Eurcharist - in Historical Church 10:30 Communion in St. George’s New Centre CHRISTMAS EVE 7:30 pm Pagent & Family Eurcharist (in New St. George’s Centre) 9:00 pm Eurcharist & Carols (in Historical Church) 11:00 pm Midnight Mass (in St. George’s Centre) CHRISTMAS DAY 10:00 am Eucharist & Carols (in Historic Church) A JA X B AP T I S T C H U R C H I n T h e Fello ws hip B a ptis t Family 5 6 An g u s D r i ve (o f f Do r i c S t. & Ch a mb e rs D r.) S U N . D e c . 2 1 , 1 0 :0 0 a m W E D . D e c . 2 4 , 6 :0 0 p m - FAM I LY O R I E N T E D C H R I S T M A S E V E S E RVI C E P h o n e 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -4 8 0 2 E n j o y T h e L o r d A n d H i s R i c h e s A p o s t o l i c P e n t e c o s t a l C h u r c h 755 Oklahoma Drive Pickering, ON L1W 2H4 905-420-3935 H O L I D AY S E RVI C E S C H E D U L E Sund a y , De c. 2 1 @ 6 :3 0 pm C h r i s t m a s P l a y “T h e R e a l M e a n i n g o f C h r i s t m a s ” C h r is t ma s D ay - T h u r s d a y , D e c . 2 5 @ 10 :0 0 a m-1 2 :0 0 pm R e g u l a r S e r v i c e s S u n d a y , D e c . 2 8 9 :a m - E a r l y S er v i ce 1 0:3 0 a m - Su n d a y S c h o o l 11:3 0 a m - S e c o n d Se rv i c e 6 :3 0 p m- E ve n i n g P r a i se & Wors h i p N e w Yea r’s E v e S er vi ce Wedn e sda y , De c . 31 @ 9 :3 0 pm Peace Lutheran Church 928 Liverpool Rd. Pickering (at Bayly) (905) 839-3521 December 21 ~ 10:30 a.m. Christmas Pageant December 24 Christmas Eve ~ 7:00pm Family Service ~ 11:00pm Holy Communion & Candlelight Service Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Seasons Greetings MAY J OY, L OVE & P E ACE FILL YOUR HOMES AND HEARTS AS YOU CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF JESUS CHRIST AND MAY YOUR LIFE BE TOUCHED BY HIS LOVING PRESENCE. WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US FOR OUR CHRISTMAS MORNING SERVICE 7:00 A.M. WATCHNIGHT SERVICE DECEMBER 31, 9:30 AM CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS at The Gathering Place 1920 Bayly Street, Pickering, ON (the meeting place for Pickering Pentecostal Church) Sunday, December 21 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, & 11:00 AM Special Christmas Message By The PPC Preaching Team ----------------------- Wednesday, December 24 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Communion Service ---------------------- Wednesday, December 31 10:00 PM to 12:20 AM New Year’s Eve Service ------------------------ You will always be welcome at THE GATHERING PLACE “a safe place for people-on their way back to God” ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. N. Pickering Village 905-683-7311 December 21 st Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery December 24 th Christmas Eve Family Service 7:00 p.m. Service of Lessons & Carols with Communion - 11:00 p.m. Pas t o r J o h n Bigha m ALL WE L CO ME Am ber l e a Pr e sb yt e rian C hur ch T he F a mi l y C hur ch 1 820 Whit e s Rd . N., P icker i n g R ev. Dr. Mor ley M itche l l (90 5) 83 9-13 83 emai l: in for @a mber l eapre sb y t erian church.ca we b s it e: www.ambe rle ap r es byte r ia n church .ca CHRISTMAS SERVICES Wed., Dec. 24th @ 7:30 p.m. - Family Service Wed., Dec. 24th @ 11:30 p.m. - Candlelight Service Sun., Dec. 28th @ 11:30 a.m. - Family Service S t . I s a a c J o g u e s C a t h o l i c C h u r c h 1 1 4 8 Fi n c h Aven ue P i c k e r i ng L 1 V 1 J 6 (9 05 ) 8 3 1-33 5 3 Ce l e br at i o n o f C hr i s t m a s M a s s e s & R e c on c i l ia t i o n S t . I s a c Jo g u es C h ur c h 2 0 0 3 S a c r a m e n t o f Re co n c i l i a t i o n -C on f e ss i o ns S a tu r d a y, D ec emb e r 2 0 9 :0 0 a m t o 1 1 :0 0 p m 2 :3 0 p m t o 4:00 p m R e c o n ci l i a t io n M a s s M o n d a y, De ce m b e r 2 2 - 7 :3 0 p .m. S i x (6 ) p r i es t s w i l l be avail a b l e f o r i n d i v i d u a l C o nf e s s io n s a f te r M a s s C h r is t m a s M as s e s Wedn e s d ay, D e c . 24 4 :0 0 p .m ., 6 :0 0 p.m ., 8 :0 0 p .m . 1 0:0 0 p .m . 1 2 :0 0 mi d n i g ht s C hr i s t m a s D a y 8 :3 0 a .m ., 11 :0 0 a .m ., 1 1:3 0 a .m . N O E V E N I N G M A SS Fea s t o f M a r y M o t h er o f G o d Wed n es da y, De c. 3 1 - 4 :30 p .m . T h u r s d a y, J a n . 1 , 2 0 0 4 - 1 0 :0 0 a .m . T h u r s d a y, J a n . 1 , 2 0 0 4 - 1 1 :3 0 a .m . ❉ ST. PAUL’S ON-THE-HILL 8 8 2 K i n g s t o n R o a d ,P i c k e r i n g (e a s t o f Wh i t e s R d .) 9 0 5 -8 3 9 -7 9 0 9 Christmas Eve Celebrations 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00, 11:00 p.m. Christmas Day Family Worship & Carols 1 0 :0 0 a .m . You and your family are invited “Come let us adore him, Christ, the Lord” Shop all you want, but you won’t find the perfect Christmas gift in any store The best Christmas gift didn’t come from a store. It came from God. Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. December 21 - 4 th Sunday of Advent 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Communion at both Services 7:00 p.m. “Light in our Darkness” Christmas Service for the “un-merry” December 24 - Christmas Eve 7:00 p.m. Family Christmas Service 11:00 p.m. Traditional Carol, Candlelight and Communion Service December 25 - Christmas Day 11:00 a.m. Caroling at the historic Erskine Church (cemetary at Finch/Fairport) Du n b ar t o n -Fair p o rt U n i t ed C hur c h 1 0 66 Du n b ar to n R o ad (N or t h w e s t o f Di xie a nd K i ngs t on R d. 9 0 5-8 3 9-72 7 1 Come & Worship Section Call Janice 905-683-0707 or Fax 905-579-4218 C OME & W ORSHIP ST. TIMOTHY’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 97 Burcher Rd., Ajax 905-683-6122 Christmas Services at St. Timothy’s December 21 - 11:00 a.m. 4th Sunday of Advent December 24 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Family and Candlelight Service Regular Sunday Services 11:00 a.m. St. Paul’s United Church Wheelchair Accessible Hearing Assistance Christmas Eve Service 7:00 pm Family Services & Pageant 11:15 pm Candlelight Communion 6 5 K in g ’s C r e s c e n t , Aj a x (9 0 5 ) 6 8 3 -4 7 40 w w w.s t p au l s a j a x.o r g T h e C h ur c h Wit h The Op en Ar m s Celebrate the Spirit of the Christmas Season with your family at the Church of your choice. HOLY REDEEMER CHURCH 796 EYER DRIVE PICKERING L1W 3C2 CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE December 24th CHRISTMAS EVE 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. December 25 CHRISTMAS DAY ONE MASS ONLY -10:30 a.m. The Church of the Holy Trinity (ANGLICAN) 400 Monarch Ave. Units 1 & 2, Ajax, ON 905-683-3863 www.holy-trinity-ajax.ca email: ht@holy-trinity-ajax-ca Sunday, December 21 8:30 a.m.-Holy Eucharist 10:00 a.m. -Choral Eucharist 4:00 p.m. Festival of Christmas Lessons & Carols To be held at St. Georges Anglican Church 77 Randall Dr. Pickering Village (Ajax) Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m. -Christmas Kids and Chaos (children’s service with Eucharist) 7:00 p.m. -Family Eucharist 10:30 p.m. -Candlelight Service Christmas Day 9:00 a.m. -Holy Eucharist C h r i s t m a s E v e S e r v i c e s 2 4 t h D e c e m b e r,2 0 0 3 5 :0 0 p.m. C h i l dr en’s S e r v i ce 7 :3 0 p.m. Fam i ly Chr i s t ma s S e r v i ce Ca rol s , S cri p t u r e a nd a Play 1 1 :0 0 p .m. C h r i s t m as C om m uni o n S e r v i ce A l l Wel co me Pickering Village United Church 300 Church Street North, Ajax www.pvuc.ca www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 PAGE 45 A/P *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker Owner $279,5 0 0 BO GUSTAFSSON* 416- 783-5000 -Whitby 3+1 bedroom bungalow -Oversized garage -Large lot sutton group tower realty ltd. - Center location - 2 full bathrooms - Finished basement NO MONEY DOWN $225,000 WorkforceWorkforce CAREER FAIR & JOB EXPO The solution for your hiring problems. Find the right people for the job! Wednesday, January 21, 2004 Holiday Inn, 1011 Bloor St, E., Oshawa Public Welcome 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Register Your Company, Call Today! Tel: 905-576-9335 or 905-683-0707 Toronto: (416) 798-7259 Fax: 905-579-4218 As soon as you have confirmed your space, your business name will automatically appear on all promos. On Bus Route - Free Parking - Free Admission Friday, January 16, 2004 Special Newspaper Publication PRESENTS A/P PAGE 46 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Offer valid only December 13 and 20, 2003 and while supplies last at participating retailers. POSTER WITH THE PURCHASE OF YOUR AT ANY PARTICIPATING OR IN THEATRES DECEMBER 17 TH When it’s cold outside… enjoy elegant dining inside! A t the Court at Brooklin retirement residence you can dine in style and comfort as you enjoy three nutritious chef-prepared meals a day, included in your month-to-month rent. Don’t worry about transportation, grocery shopping or cooking. Socialize with friends and neighbours instead! Check out our other luxurious amenities, too! • Roomy studio, one- or two-bedroom suites • Numerous planned activities • Weekly housekeeping and linen service • Scheduled local transportation • Emergency pull-cords in every suite • Resident managers on-site 24-hours a day • Paid utilities (except telephone) A t the Court at Brooklin retirement residence Serving Canada’s seniors since 1987 When it’s cold outside… enjoy elegant dining inside! 5909 Anderson St Brooklin, ON L1M 2H1 www.courtatbrooklin.com ©2003 HOLIDAY RETIREMENT CORP. Call today to schedule your personal tour and complimentary lunch! 905-655-7718 HURRY! ONLY A FEW MORE VA CANCIES REMAIN! OPEN HOUSE Sun. Dec. 21, Sat. Dec. 27 & Sun. Dec. 28 2pm - 4pm 19 HARWOOD AVE. 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Rebate applies to retail deliveries on most new in-stock 2003 vehicles. ††Purchase/lease OAC Chrysler Financial Canada, 81,600 km annual allowance, 15¢ km on overage. ** Cash purchase price & lease price exclude freight, lic., insurance, taxes, registration & admin. * 0% purchase financing up to 72 months on 2003 Caravans. Example: $30,000 @ 0% APR/72 month term, monthly payment is $416.66 Cost of borrowing is $0. •Caravans, Grand Caravans, Durangos. See us for details. •$3,000 rebate applied. ††48 mo. lease, $3,000 down. 4 dr., auto, air, power steering, power brakes, AM/FM cass. 158,576 km. Stk. #P7464A. $$49.8949.8 9Sale /48 mo. wk. 2003 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4 3.7L V6, auto, deep tint, air, tilt, cruise, p.w., pdl., AM/FM/CD, Rocky Mountain Edition, keyless & more. Bal. factory warr. Stk. #J6539A. $$89.4589.4 5Sale /84 mo. wk. Sale /84 mo. wk. 2003 CONCORD LXi 4 DR. 3.5L V6, ABS, auto, leather seats, security alarm, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, AM/FM/CD, audio controls, alum. wheels & more. Stk. #P7680. $$71.6171.6 1Sale /84 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 PICKUP 5.2L V8, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM cass. & more. Stk. #T5974A. $$68.5868.5 8Sale /72 mo. wk. 2004 SEBRING LXi CONVERTIBLE 2.7L V6, auto, p. seats, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, leather seats, Infinity speakers, electronic convenience, full spare, AM/FM/CD, alum. wheels & more. Stk. #S6229. $$108.63108.6 3Sale /84 mo. wk. 2000 DAKOTA C/C 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, air, sport plus group, AM/FM cass., alum. wheels & more. 1 owner. Stk. #V7657. $$64.5664.5 6 /72 mo. wk.Sale DRIVEDRIVE HOME AHOME A WINNER SALESWINNER S A L E S EVENTEVENT • “Peace of Mind with DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. backed warranty” • “Roadside Assistance” • “Quality Reconditioning” • “Nationwide Service” 2003 DODGE SX 2.0 2.0L., auto, air, p.w., pdl., AM/FM/CD, tilt, cruise, floor mats & more. Stk. #P7774. $$43.0743.0 7Sale /84 mo. wk. V 2004 INTREPID SE 4 DR. 22C package, 4 spd. auto, 2.7L V6 DOHC 24 valve and more. Stk. #R6307. $$60.3260.3 2Sale /84 mo. wk.* B R A N D N E W 2001 TOYOTA SIENNA WAGON V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, leather, p. seats, XLE pkg., p. sunroof, AM/FM cass., 6 disc CD changer & more. 1 owner, only 92,500 km. Stk. #V7767. $$85.1185.1 1Sale /72 mo. wk.* * UP TO NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS PLUS 2.0L H.O., 5 spd., air, p. sunroof, tilt, p.w., pdl., AM/FM cass., 6 disc CD, alum. wheels, leather seats, side air bags, keyless & more. Only 500 km., Stk. #P778. $$60.9160.9 1 * Sale /84 mo. wk. 2004 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE $$165.66165.6 6 * All new rear wheel, 3.2L V6, SOHC engine, 5 speed, auto stick, loaded. 2 to choose from. Stk. #C6637A. B R A N D N E W 2003 DODGE SX 2.0 R/T 2003 PT CRUISER 28E package, power group, cruise, 16” wheels, p.w., pdl., keyless, auto & more. Stk. #PT5959. $$60.9860.9 8Sale /84 mo. wk.* B R A N D N E W 2003 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM/CD cass., 20” chrome wheels, Infinity speakers, anti-spin axle & more. Only 22,000 km. Stk. #V7536. $$103.72103.7 2Sale /84 mo. wk. 2003 DURANGO SLT 4X4 $$93.0193.0 1 /84 mo.Sale 4.7L V8, auto, air, skid plate grp., ABS, Elect. Shift-on-the-Fly, Anti-spin axle, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, & more. Stk. #P7686. wk.SALEM RD.2000 DAKOTA CLUB CAB 3.9L V6, auto, p.s., p.b., air, sport plus grp., fog lamps, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 114,100 km. Stk. #V7706. $$56.5256.5 2Sale /72 mo. wk. 2004 GRD. CHEROKEE OVERLAND 4.7L V8, auto, p.w., pdl., p.seats, tilt, cruise, auto temp air, p. pedals, leather heated seats, quadra-trac, 4 wheel disc, ABS, side air bags & more. Stk #P7759. $$135.89135.8 9Sale /84 mo. wk. ALL NEW 2004 DURANGO ININ STOCKSTOCK NOW!N O W ! Sale /84 mo. wk. ALL NEW 2004 DODGE SRT - 4 2.4L turbo, 5 speed, 17” rims, sunroof. 0-100 in 5.4 sec., 230 hp. Stk. #N6689. $$88.9688.9 6 B R A N D N E W ONLYONLY SHOPPINGSHOPPING DAYSDAYS LEFT!L E F T !66 $$20,58820,5 8 8 Cash Purchase* for 2004 DODGE CARAVAN 28C 00%% or purchase financing** for 48 mo. Wrap it up for Christmas! 2004 INTREPID ES 4 DR. 3.5L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, auto temp control, side air bags, p. sunroof, leather seats, p. seat, 6 disc CD, security alarm, traction control & more. Only 650 km. Bal. factory war. 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With Every NewVehicle PurchaseTHESE ARE LIMITED TIME OFFERS WHICH MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER EXCEPT GRADUATE REBATE AND APPLY TORETAIL DELIVERIES ON NEW IN-STOCK 2003 AND 2004 VEHICLES. 0% PURCHASE FINANCING UP TO 72 MONTHS ON 2003 DODGECARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN AND DURANGO AND UP TO 60 MONTHS ON MOST 2003 AND SELECT 2004 CHRYSLER, JEEP, DODGEVEHICLES. IF CUSTOMERS CHOOSE 0% PURCHASE FINANCING, THEY FOREGO INCENTIVES AVAILABLE TO CASH PURCHASERS.ALL PURCHASE PRICES PLUS GST, PST, FREIGHT, AIR TAX, GAS TAX, ADMIN, OAC.22 DEMOS SLASHEDFOR FAST SALE!DEMOSALENO PAYMENTS for90 DAYS!FACTORY REBATESADDITIONALDAVIDSON DOLLARSup to$6,000up to$4,500plus0%purchasefinancing up to 72 months onmost modelsON NOW!ON NOW!3.3L, 180 HP,V6 engine, air,cruise, PW, PL, Keyless, 7 pass.,AM/FM.CD. Plus…Plus…2004 DODGE CARAVAN2003 LIBERTY3.7L V6, 4 SPEED AUTO, 4X4 FUN!0%Financing Up To 60 Months+ Additional $1000 Price Reduction2003 DAKOTA QUAD CAB2003 DAKOTA CLUB CABDAKOTAS STARTING FROMBIG SELECTION, 2 WD & 4 WD, 6 CYLINDER & 8 CYLINDER AVAILABLE.WE ARE TRUCK CENTRAL!$22,988$22,988STARTING AT5 SPEED, 4 DOOR, POWER STEERING,ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, FOGS,CD PLAYER$12,988$12,9881%BELOWINVOICE ONALL 03LIBERTYS1LEFTSPORTSLIMITEDS& RENEGADESADD A DVDFOR$500$19,988WE MUST SELLBEFORE DEC. 31ST2003 DODGE SX 2.0WHEELSNEEDOur gift to you is acomplimentary courtesyvehicle for same dayservice repairs.Offer expires January 31, 2004.See a service advisor for details.416-282-5775To:Our Valued CustomersFrom: Davidson ChryslerA/P PAGE 48 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, December 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com