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Home My WebLink AboutNA2004_11_05COMMITTEE OKs EXPANSIVE SYSTEM; DETAILS AND FINAL APPROVAL TO COME By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — The Region came one step closer to having inte- grated transit yesterday, when a committee unanimously endorsed a report recommending a $39-mil- lion Durham-wide system in just over a year. As of Jan. 1, 2006, all the transit authorities in the Region could be under one umbrella, with some new additions: increased service along Taunton and Rossland roads to eventually cover all of Ajax across to Bowmanville; Hwy. 2 across Durham; and Hwy. 12 with an expansion to Brooklin. In 2007 service will start across Bayly/Vic- toria/Bloor Street. A subsidized partnership with GO Transit to have a $2 all-you- can-ride pass across Durham is also recommended in the report, with the Region to pick up the remaining balance. In north Dur- ham, a dial-a-ride program will mean residents can finally have access to public transit. But none of this will come with- out monetary, legal and staffing challenges, the report said. “This isn’t going to be easy, but this is a huge, huge issue for residents,” said Regional Chair- man Roger Anderson, adding that residents have said they want the changes. A person living in a home as- sessed at $250,000 can expect to pay $167 on their tax bill if the cost of transit is split equally across Durham, a report from Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp said. While that would be good for resi- dents in Pickering, Ajax and Os- hawa — who would pay less — it’s a big dent to the wallets of north Durham residents, who would pay at least an extra $157. If transit costs were split based on 50 per cent ridership and 50 per cent assessment, almost every municipality would end up paying more than they currently do, rang- ing from an extra $66 for a Claring- ton resident, to $81 in Uxbridge to $17 in Pickering. The exact funding formula has The Pickering 48 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,600 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 PACKING UP Women help street youth News, Page 16 HELPING OUT Taking pressure off mom Community, Page 11 GOLLY Ajax actress plays Dolly Page 33 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Pickering firefighter Don Vanderlip hoses down the smouldering remains of a vacant house on Whitevale Road, just west of Whitevale. Durham Regional Police are treating the blaze, which started Wednesday, as suspicious. Blaze destroys century-old home in Pickering Santa Claus Parade Saturday Nov 13 Glenanna Rd., from Dixie Rd. to Pickering Town Centre commencing at 10:30 am cityofpickering.com/greatevents Durham hops on regional bus plan PICKERING — A potentially historic home west of Whitevale was burned to the ground by a “s uspicious” fire Wednesday night. 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The appeals court concluded that Provincial Court Justice Donald Halikowski, the original trial judge, erred on a number of matters while hearing the case against Mr. and Mrs. Smith earlier this year and, as a result, has ordered that the Smiths’s prison terms be increased to five years for Mrs. Smith and four years for her husband. A court order protects the identities of Mr. Smith, 52, and Mrs. Smith, 43, as well as the identities of the two victims in this matter, now 17 and 18. The couple plead guilty in January to beating, caging and tethering their two adopted sons (the biological nephews of Mrs. Smith) for more than 13 years. On July 5, Justice Halikowski sentenced the Smiths to nine months in prison each, however, due to public outrage, Durham’s Crown attorney, John Scott, appealed the sentence to the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General. The appeal was heard on Oct. 15 by Justices Eleanore A. Cronk, Jean-Marc Labrosse and James C. MacPherson. In the appeal court’s decision, Justice Cronk, noted that the court is “satis- fied that the trial judge erred in prin- ciple by failing to take into account the (Smiths’) position of trust and the aggravating nature of their numerous breaches of trust in relation to (their adopted sons). In addition, based on the trial judge’s findings concerning the (Smiths’) criminal conduct, its ex- tent and duration, the context and cir- cumstances in which it occurred, and its impact on (the brothers), I conclude that the sentences imposed by the trial judge are not proportionate to the grav- ity of the (Smiths’) offences and are demonstrably unfit. “In my view, the (Smiths’) crimes cry out for a significant penitentiary sen- tence,” wrote Justice Cronk. Jim Dubray, executive director of the Durham CAS, noted his agency is “ex- tremely elated” with the appeal court’s decision. Brendan Crawley, a media spokes- man for the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General, noted the appeal court “has found the (Smiths’) con- duct, which they describe as appalling abusive conduct, warranted significant penitentiary sentences and imposed” increased sentences on the couple. Sentences hiked in Blackstock abuse case PICKERING — Two youths who escaped last week from a detention facility in Pickering were nabbed by police who were responding to a re- port of a break and enter in progress in the city Sunday. A resident returned to his College Avenue home just before 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon to find the young people in his home, Sergeant Paul Malik said. The homeowner’s return startled one would-be burglar, who left the house through patio doors and sprinted across the lawn before jumping a fence, Sgt. Malik said. The man found two other youths in a room in the house, he said. The homeowner placed an emergency call to police as the youths scattered. 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Thursday afternoon both representatives from the fire department and Durham Regional Police were look- ing for answers. “We’re still investigating and we’re still at the scene,” Fire Chief Bill Douglas said. Although the cause of the blaze is not yet known, po- lice are treating it as suspi- cious. “We have to treat it as sus- picious until the fire depart- ment determines the cause,” said Sergeant Paul Malik. No one was hurt in the incident. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 5 P The Spa at Carruther’s Creek -health &wellness centre- Carruther’s Creek Golf Centre proudly announces the opening of their new zen-inspired Day Spa. Nestled in an idyllic country setting, they offer the finest in spa services for both men and women. Please call for your appointment today. (Gift certificates available as well). 650 Lake Ridge Road, Ajax Ontario, L1Z 1W9 905-426-5005 www.theccspa.com NOVEMBER 5, 6, 7 Pickering Recreation Complex Alpine! 1867 Valley Farm Rd. 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EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Courthouse can’t be put off any more No one ever said the wheels of justice turn swiftly. That goes double for the establishment of a Durham Re- gional Courthouse, or supercourt, for the Region. For years now, the facilities available in the region for dis- pensing justice have been inadequate. Especially when it comes to bail courtrooms and staff, there is just not enough court space, not enough judges, not enough prosecutors, to get the job done. Longtime lawyers here such as Alex Sosna and Bernie O’Brien have been vocal in calling for more – especially modern facilities and staff – in Durham Region. After all, municipalities here are growing rapidly and the halls of justice are not expanding to meet those needs. While it was nearly a decade ago that the outgoing NDP government of Bob Rae promised a consolidated courthouse for the region, little, if any, real progress seems to have been made. And, during that time period, the Region, which outgrew its own shared courts building on Rossland Road, has itself gone ahead and planned for the future. It is on the verge of moving into its own new $69-million facility adjacent to the old building and faces a parking problem where the old courthouse is located. Dealings with the Province on how to work around the old building have been stalled and could reach a crisis level come July 2005 when the old court building is slated for the wrecking ball. This latest crisis, if you will, should never have been an issue. The Province, which has been in power for a full year now, has had time to review all the information regarding a Durham supercourt and should have made an announce- ment by now as to location, size and cost. There are private partners lined up to get the job rolling but the Province has dilly-dallied to the point nothing is imminent. In order to carry out justice in a fair and efficient manner, Durham needs a regional courthouse to replace the crazy-quilt patchwork of storefront malls and soon-to-be- demolished buildings. The time for action and an announcement is now so that work can be started imminently. Durham should support seniors’ tax freeze To the editor: As a senior on a fixed income living in my own home, I am severely impacted by the annual increase of the assessment of my house and the resulting increase of my property taxes. I was therefore delighted to read that in August the Town of Halton Hills passed a resolution to request that the Province enact legislation requiring the Municipal Property Assess- ment Corporation to freeze the assessment on homes owned by residents over the age of 70 and residing in the same home for 20 years or more. This resolution was forwarded not only to Premier Dalton McGuinty, the minister of finance, and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, but also to Ontario municipalities for their information and support. During its meeting on Sept. 29, Durham council passed a motion to receive this resolution for information. I am con- fident residents who will benefit from an assessment freeze will agree with me that regional council should have passed a motion to endorse this resolution, so expressing its support, as solicited by Halton Hills. I have written to the regional clerk, challenging Durham council to revisit this item, and endorse an assessment freeze. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e- mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. So much success in her career, but she learned from failure too O ne eight-hundredths of a sec- ond. Less time than it takes to snap your fingers. For Pickering Swim Club member Laura Nicholls, that’s all that separated her from attending the Olympics in Ath- ens this past August, which would have been her third Games. That infinitesimal increment of time was the difference between what she posted at the Cana- dian Olympic Trials in July — 12.60 sec- onds in the women’s 50-metre freestyle — and the Canadian Olympic standard. Almost as galling was that Nicholls’ time represented a new Canadian re- cord. A national record, yet even that lofty standard wasn’t good enough. But, some three months after the fact, Nicholls has put that bitter pill into proper perspective. Dealing with failure, even one so agonizingly close to being a success, is part of what life hands out from time to time. That’s what she told a gathering of her peers, coaches and up- and-comers at the swim club’s annual banquet last week. “It was one of the toughest failures of my life, but life goes on,” she told a captivated audience. “It was not an easy time for me. But, I knew what I needed to do and I came up a little short. I need to learn from it and grow from it.” The 26-year-old, who left her longtime swim club in her hometown of Waterloo to train in Pickering under Pickering head coach Lucie Hewitt-Henderson, had many words of wisdom to pass along. Words she hoped, would hold value to the next generation of swim- mers. Learning from failure, she said, is one of many keys to success. “Learn from mistakes, don’t do them over and over again and learn from the mistakes other people make. And, for every time you fail and don’t achieve your goal, good things come from that too.” She’s been a force in Canadian swim- ming since starting at age four. She won a provincial title at 10, swam at nation- als in 1992 and won a national medal a year later. At 17 she made the Olympic Games in Atlanta and also qualified to swim at Sydney in 2000. Now she’s a member of the swim club’s ‘Wall of Fame’, one of two honou- rees inducted at the banquet. Nicholls’ final thought: “There’s a dif- ference between winning, losing and being beaten. You win with respect, lose with respect, but I hope you would never allow yourself to be beaten. Be proud of your success with no excuses for fail- ures.” Al Rivett’s column appears every third Friday. E-mail arivett@durhamregion. com. 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The money is in a ‘segregated’ fund, according to Frank King, the director of nuclear waste and technology. “I think we’re looking pretty good on the financial side of it,” he said during a meeting of the Community Advisory Committee on Tuesday, adding the total was as of the end of June 2004. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission requires a prelimi- nary decommissioning plan as a requirement to get an operating licence, he noted. The company also has to pro- vide a financial guarantee to cover decommissioning activities. “We have to show to the regula- tor we have the money,” Mr. King said. Decommissioning begins “at the end of a reactor’s life and no one knows when that will be. It could be 20, 30 or 40 years. As long as they are safe to operate, they will be,” he stated. A detailed decommissioning plan is required at the end of a reactor’s life, Mr. King said. The decommissioning process starts with the removal of fuel and heavy water from the reactor. Then a detailed plan has to be presented to the CNSC. An environmental assessment is conducted and a licence to decommission has to be issued by the CNSC. The reactor is then placed in ‘s afe-store’ for 30 years to allow radioactive materials to decay, he noted. Site structures are dismantled and site remediation is done. Nuclear waste is transferred to a disposal facility, he added. Poten- tial impacts of decommissioning would have to be identified in the EA, he stated, and these include possible environmental impacts on air and water quality, land use, vegetation, wildlife, aquatic life, noise and traffic. In 2000, the cost of decommis- sioning was pegged at $2.566 bil- lion, with $1.17 billion to cover the dismantling of the company’s stations. He noted the Pickering nuclear site could be operating until 2020, the units in safe storage until 2050, when decommissioning would start, followed by dismantling in 2060. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Turnout has been high at the advance polls for the Nov. 3 Pickering byelection in Ward 2. Polls were open last Saturday and Wednesday at the City Civic Centre. Anne Felgemacher, left, received instructions from ballot clerk Jacqueline Smart, back, and City employee Christine Richardson. PICKERING — Vo ters were exercising their democratic right early in the Ward 2 byelection. Advance polls on Saturday, Oct. 30 and Wednesday, Nov. 3 pro- duced solid results. “The turnout was pretty good (Wednesday), it was slower than Saturday,” said deputy clerk Anne Greentree Thursday. The turnout on Saturday was 364 compared with the 591 peo- ple who cast their ballots across the city at the first advance poll in the November 2003 municipal election. On Wednesday 235 residents voted compared with 574 at the second advance poll last year across the entire municipality. “We are pleased with the turn- out,” Ms. Greentree said. “As far as what we anticipate the turnout (will be) on election day, I can’t predict.” Wa rd 2 has 16,862 eligible vot- ers. Municipal elections histori- cally get between 30 and 40 per cent turnout, with byelections at- tracting even less. The byelection is Monday, Nov. 8 with voting at locations across the ward from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Large turnout at advance Pickering byelection polls AJAX — An ongoing physician shortage was causing the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital to transfer pediatric patients. “We have experienced some challenges filling our on-call shifts, not unlike other situations in the GTA,” said Julie Goldstein Tues- day. “It’s now creating much more significant concerns around being able to staff the department.” Ms. Goldstein is the program general manager for the women’s and children’s program for Rouge Valley Health System. A shortage of pediatricians for on-call shifts has meant the hos- pital has had to transfer patients, which was the case early this week and at other times during the past month. “Over the last month at the Ajax site we’ve transferred 12 babies and children,” Ms. Goldstein said. The majority of transferred pa- tients go to Rouge Valley Cente- nary in Scarborough. The situation is going to con- tinue to arise in November but the hospital has been trying to address the situation. On Monday there were 11 holes in the November on-call schedule, which the hos- pital had reduced to four spread throughout the month and those holes were still trying to be filled as of Thursday. In addition to the pediatric pa- tients, some obstetric patients are also being affected where there is a birth that requires the presence of a pediatrician. “We’ve had to transfer one, or maybe two, moms to the Cente- nary site,” Ms. Goldstein said. She said residents should not hesitate to seek care at the Ajax and Pickering hospital. PICKERING — City staff was getting technical last week. Pickering invited stakeholders to a meeting to explain some techni- cal aspects of the City’s Official Plan amendment application to expand the urban boundary to accommo- date its growth management study, which sets out development in both provincially-owned Seaton and the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve. Representatives from the Re- gion of Durham, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Tr ansport Canada, owners of land in the agricultural preserve, and build- ers Mattamy, Lebovic and Metric (the builders getting land in Seaton through the provincial land swap) were at the meeting. Representa- tives from the Greater Toronto Air- ports Authority and from the First Nations were also invited but did not attend, said Tom Melymuk, division head of corporate projects and policy. The City had held a statutory public meeting on the OPA but most questions were whether or not the preserve should be developed, rather than technical issues, so the additional meeting was set up. The OPA is scheduled for the Nov. 22 executive committee agen- da. Pickering considers options PICKERING — The City of Pickering is looking ahead to other avenues to get the Seaton class en- vironmental assessment bumped up to an individual assessment. Council passed a motion earlier this year formally requesting the EA upgrade. The Ontario Realty Corpo- ration, which has hired a consultant to conduct the EA, is currently put- ting together a letter to respond to the City’s request. The ORC and its consultants have told City staff at public meet- ings they feel the class EA is ap- propriate for the provincially-owned Seaton lands. The City’s next step (should the ORC deny the request) would be to request the minister of environment call for an individual assessment once the class EA study report is completed. There is also the possibility the federal government could get involved through the Department of Fisheries and Oceans because of the cold water streams that run through the environmentally sensi- tive area in north Pickering. The EA is being done to deter- mine which lands are suitable to be swapped for developer-owned lands on the Oak Ridges Moraine in Rich- mond Hill. Pickering sits out PICKERING — The City has decided not to sit in on anymore provincial meetings regarding the planning for Seaton. “I don’t believe we’re missing any information by not being there,” Mayor Dave Ryan said. “I don’t think we’re hurting our position. I think we are sending a very clear message.” The Province had indicated the City was part of the decision making process by being at the meetings, but since the City said that was not the case it has decided not to sit in on any further sessions. Pickering briefs NOVEMBER 5, 2004 Ajax and Pickering h ospital addressing pediatrician shortage Seaton land details turn technical for Pickering councillors DURHAM — An innovative pro- gram that got its start in Durham cele- brated its 20th anniversary at Monday evening’s standing committee meet- ing. Representatives from the school board, Durham Regional Police and local Rotary clubs were on hand to discuss the impact of the Values Influ- ences and Peers (VIP) program, which helps Grade 6 students make informed choices about values and the law. “This is a great program that obvi- ously has a lot of stamina,” said Con- stable Dave Morton. “We have seven elementary school liaison officers in Durham, and the VIP program takes up the bulk of their efforts... it’s grown a lot.” The seven-week program current- ly offered at all Durham elementary schools emphasizes respect for others, cooperation and compassion, as well as addressing topical issues such as bullying and Internet safety. Police of- ficers partner with teachers to get the message across. Ajax Trustee Marilyn Crawford said the presence of police officers in the classroom helps students form a posi- tive image of law enforcement, “They have the opportunity to see the police as people there to protect them and help them, not the bad guy,” she said. “It’s a relationship they will value as they get older.” Whitby Trustee John Dolstra echoed that sentiment. “I’m very proud to be able to say that the students and the Durham District School Board have a great relationship with the Durham police and the ser- vice groups in the community.” A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com SAVE $200 SAVE $900 SAVE $200 SAVE $600 www.fitnesssource.caSelection may vary by store. See store for details. *O.A.C on selected merchandise. 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Very important milestone for VIP program infodurhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER Asbestos plan used as provincial model Durham public board leads the way DURHAM — Gary Gibson, Durham District School Board health and safety manager, updated trustees on the sta- tus of the board’s Asbestos Manage- ment Plan, at Monday’s standing com- mittee meeting. The plan, which has been managed on an ongoing basis since it was creat- ed in 1990, requires annual inspections in the board’s 90 buildings that con- tain asbestos, with $50,000 budgeted from the Health and Safety account for related repair and removal projects. Guidelines for the proper identifica- tion, removal and disposal of asbestos are included. Mr. Gibson noted that Durham’s plan has been used as a provincial model for other school boards, and is currently used by the Educational Safety Association of Ontario Current Practices Index. AIDAN MURPHY* 905- 619-9500 sutton-group heritage realty ltd.www.aidanmurphyhomes.com Ve ry desirable street in South Ajax. Not very many listings available in this quiet established neighbourhood. Come out to the open house for a full list of extras. OPEN HOUSE - SAT., NOV. 6TH, 2-4 PM 37 STRATHY RD., S. AJAX durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 11 A/P Connecting with 25,000 Business Professionals Financial Services & Planning December Feature~Business Financial Focus A timely feature for companies involved with: •RRSP & Investment Planning •Business Financial Strategies •Tax Consulting & Preparation •Small Business Service Alternatives Distributing the first week of December to every Durham business, plus owners, managers and key business people. (along with demographically targeted homes). To Advertise Call 905-426-4676 Nick ext. 224 Deb ext. 230 The Voice of Business in Durham Durham Business Times ‘EVERY LITTLE BIT’ HELPS FOR AJAX FAMILY By Danielle Milley Staff Writer AJAX — While Ingrid has always made sure there was something under the Christmas tree for her son Daw- son, this year is going to be a little easier. The single mother and her 10-year- old son are going to be among the first recipients of the Santa Claus Fund as it branches out into Ajax and Pickering. “I just figured I’m a single parent and every little bit helps,” Ingrid (not her real name) explained for why she signed Dawson up. The Ajax resident works full time but says she has received help from Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax Pick- ering to make sure her son had the holiday season he deserved. The News Advertiser has joined the To ronto Star Santa Claus Fund, which is in its 99th year, to help raise money for gift boxes for Ajax and Pickering children in need. It is estimated 1,000 gift boxes will be delivered to kids in the two com- munities. Big Brothers is one of more than 40 special service agencies in the communities that submit children’s names. Sharlene Melnike, the organization’s executive director, is glad to be able to partner with the program. “When we were offered the opportu- nity to be involved I was absolutely ec- static about it because not only do our families need our services, but many of them need a little extra help during the holidays,” she said. “This will make their Christmas a little bit brighter, I hope.” Ingrid said she received a call from Big Brothers (Dawson is on a waiting list for a mentor) to see if she want- ed to participate. Wanting to give her son the best Christmas possible, she agreed. She thinks the program being ex- tended to Ajax and Pickering is great. “A j ax is a small town, so reaching out and helping the small towns is wonderful,” she said. In total, 45,000 gift boxes are going to be delivered across the GTA to chil- dren 12 years old and under. Each box contains a sweater, socks, mittens, a hat, book, toy and candy. The mer- chandise is all new and purchased directly from manufacturers at sub- stantial cost savings. The goal this year is to raise $1.3 million and every donated dollar is used to buy the items contained in the colourful gift boxes. All donors receive an income tax receipt after the campaign ends in January 2005. Donor contributions will be pub- lished in the newspaper during the campaign, until mid-January. If you or someone you know has been touched by the Santa Claus Fund we’d like to hear your story. E-mail details of your story, along with contact information to dstell@durhamregion.com or call 905- 683-5110 ext. 249. Santa fund helps make Christmas brighter How to donate Please send a cheque to: The Ajax-Pickering News Adver- tiser Santa Claus Fund, 130 Com- mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5. Visa and MasterCard donations can be made by calling 416-869- 4847 or online by visiting www. thestar.com/santaclausfund. The Star absorbs all administra- tive costs so all proceeds go di- rectly into buying the gifts. The Star does not allow anyone to solicit on its behalf. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Sharlene Melnike, executive director at Big Brothers and Sis- ters of Ajax-Pickering is working with the Santa Claus Fund to ensure a number of the organization’s clients receive a box full of gifts this Christmas. A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com Every child is gifted The 2004 Santa Claus Fund goal is $1.3 million. One day, every disadvantaged child will have a gift for the holidays. Today, thanks to you, more than 45,000 children will receive gift boxes. With your help, we make more than a newspaper. We make a difference. Please print clearly Please make cheque payable to: The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Santa Claus Fund,13 0 Commercial Avenue, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2H5 Enclosed is my cheque or money order for $.................... Name Address City/town Province Postal code Telephone number To donate by VISA or MasterCard, call 416-869-4847 Online: www.thestar.com/santaclausfund I would like my contribution published as follows:Example 1: In memory of Mrs. Smith, Example 2: Anonymous Example 3: In lieu of Xmas gift to clients of Smith & Co. Acknowledgement cards are available upon request, call 416-869-4533 The Toronto Star Children’s Charities Registration# 119267425RR0001 yet to determined, Mr. Clapp said. But Mr. Anderson said it should be an equal split. “Every municipality and taxpayer, whether they get the same amount of ser- vice... should be paying the same amount,” Mr. An- derson said. Keeping the transit “status quo,” with four transit authori- ties, some GO Transit and hand- icapped transit in north Durham would be less expensive, but would make it next to impossible to link communities, would offer fewer ways to increase rider- ship and would provide no kind of conventional transit in rural Durham, said Doug Allingham, a consultant with Totten Simms Hubicki who wrote the report. The report estimates it will cost more than $6.1 mil- lion in 2006 to bring the four transit systems into one. That includes $2.3 million in service enhancements, $1.7 million to even staff salaries and renegotiate contracts and $2.6 million in bus and facility refurbish- ment and replace- ment. One of the biggest issues raised by several of the lower-tier municipalities at Thursday’s transit imple- mentation committee was the recommendation that they give over their transit systems — including buses, land and garages — without any compensation. “Once a municipal asset has been paid for by the public, they should not have to pay for it again,” Mr. Allingham said. This is called the Cumming Princi- ple, and refers to the trans- fer of assets from one body to an amalgamated one. “(That will) obviously (be) a point of negotiation the Town of Ajax will have,” said Councillor Scott Craw- ford. The Region is also con- sidering holding back on distributing the $8.4 mil- lion it normally gives to the lower-tier municipalities for transit to pay for the amal- gamation costs. “I can see it being prob- lematic,” said Pickering Re- gional Councillor Maurice Brenner, adding that each municipality still has to run its own transit systems be- tween now and 2006. The report also recom- mends keeping every full- and part-time, unionized and exempt staff member. But because the transfer of transit to the Region would be considered a sale of busi- ness, a brand new union would have to be created — and that means a new contract, more time and more money. Other concerns include long-term debt, fighting for funding against other capi- tal programs such as roads, and the age of buses. The report will go to regional council next We dnesday for approval be- fore heading to the lower municipalities, which must accept it for the region-wide system to move to the next step: creating the transit bylaw. The Durham Environmental Advisory Committee (DEAC) has established an awards program to recognize individual and collective efforts to promote, preserve and enhance Durham’s natural environment. Award Categories Include: George A. Scott Stewardship Award: for the maintenance, protection, or preservation of the natural environment. Dr. J. Murray Speirs Restoration Award: for the restoration of degraded natural environments. Irene Kock Education/Communication Award: for fostering effective communications, sharing knowledge, or exhibiting leadership in helping others learn about the natural environment. Eric Krause Innovative Plans/Policies/Initiatives Award: for innovative efforts to encourage positive change with respect to the environment. Jessica Markland Partnerships Award: for cooperative efforts to enhance the environment involving public, community and private interests. Nominations To nominate an individual or organization in the public, private or non-profit sector, please submit a nomination form by January 31, 2005 to: Ms. Lori Riviere Planning Department, Regional Municipality of Durham Box 623, 1615 Dundas St. E., Lang Tower West Building Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A3 Phone: 905-728-7731 Fax:905-436-6612 E-mail: deac@region.durham.on.ca Nomination forms are available on the Region’s website at www.region.durham.on.ca or by contacting the above. Award Presentation All nominees will be acknowledged at a special DEAC meeting on April 14th, 2005. 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Call 310-CASH durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 13 A/P Pickering, Ajax councillors raise possible problems with plan ✦ Pickering from page 1 Scott Crawford Request for Public Opinion on the Proposed Nursing Home Annual Licence Renewal of Community Nursing Home, Pickering In accordance with the Nursing Homes Act, public opinion is being requested prior to a final decision being made on the above. If you have comments or opinions and wish to bring them to the attention of the Ministry of Health and Long- Term Care, you may submit them by December 6 , 2004 to: Director under the Nursing Homes Act Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Long-Term Care Homes Branch c/o 5700 Yonge Street, 4th Floor North York, Ontario M2M 4K5 Phone: 416-327-7345 Fax: 416-326-3142 Please include the name of the nursing home and quote Project #137-05 on all written submissions. The Director will consider all submissions before making a final decision. But rake them up to avoid reinfection By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — The trees you’re seeing with what looks like big black burn marks on their leaves haven’t been tampered with by arsonists — they have fungus. Several strains of maple trees in southern Ontario have the distinct black circles, which are known as black spot or tar spot, said Jeff Stewart, manager of parks and environmental ser- vices for the Town of Ajax. The fungus has been seen on Nor- way maples, commonly used on boulevards in urban cen- tres, but can also infect native maples such as red, silver or sugar. The fungus is a common sight after cool, damp summer weather, Mr. Stewart said: the perfect description of our re- cent summer. “It’s not unusual in the kind of season we’ve had,” said Graeme Davis, manager of forestry and stewardship pro- grams for the Lake Simcoe Re- gion Conservation Authority. “It’s typical when we get more moisture than usual, we will get more fungal disease problems. “And when it’s more dry we tend to see more insect prob- lems.” But unlike insects, the black spots on trees are just a visual issue, Mr. Stewart said, add- ing the Town has received sev- eral calls about the marks. And he knows other parks depart- ments all across southern On- tario have been fielding calls. “The leaves are staying on the trees, which is a great sign,” he said. “It’s just an esthetic prob- lem. I wouldn’t worry about it. “It’s upsetting us more than it’s upsetting the tree.” The only real concern is rein- fection. “As far as control goes, the best thing is to remove the leaves in the fall and early spring,” Mr. Davis said. “You don’t want to leave them around too much longer in the falling season or else you risk reinfection.” That happens when mois- ture falls on the leaves and the fungus splashes back onto the tree, Mr. Stewart said. He rec- ommends removing the leaves from the base of the tree and putting them in your compost or in brown bags for pick up if you don’t have one. The only way tar spots could be harming trees would be if the fungus appeared many years in row, Mr. Davis said. Fungi- cide is not recommended, he added. “Just enjoy the fall colours and don’t be overly concerned about the tar spots,” Mr. Stewart said. He reminded residents to contact a professional arbourist or the municipality if the tree is on a boulevard before using any treatments. A/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com Your Rights Under the Personal Health Information Protection Act The privacy of your health information is important. On November 1, 2004, the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA) came into effect. The act: •Creates rules for the collection, use and sharing of personal health information by doctors, hospitals, pharmacists and other healthcare providers; •Gives you the right to request access to your own health records from your healthcare provider; •Gives you the right to determine how your personal health information can be used; •Gives you the right to request corrections to your health records if the information is inaccurate. If you believe that any individual or organization that provides you with healthcare is not following the rules of PHIPA, you may complain to the Information and Privacy Commissioner. 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How- ever, it’s not an unusual trend given the cool, damp summer. Telephone helpline volunteers needed for Durham Distress Centre DURHAM — Distress Cen- tre Durham is actively looking for individuals to become tele- phone helpline volunteers. Volunteers must be over the age of 18, empathetic, non- judgmental and responsible, and must commit to at least 16 hours per month — includ- ing one overnight shift at one of the centre’s confidential Oshawa locations. The candi- date should also be willing to be trained by the centre in the following areas: active listen- ing, risk assessment, grief and loss, setting and maintaining boundaries, crisis, and suicide intervention and prevention techniques. The process for becom- ing a helpline volunteer starts by calling the Distress Centre Durham’s administration of- fice for an application pack- age. Once the application is received, the centre will sched- ule a telephone interview with the candidate, followed by a face-to-face registration meet- ing, where they can pick up a training manual. The next step is a mandatory two-part train- ing workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 and Nov. 21. The deadline for applica- tions is Friday, Nov. 6. Training registration is limited, so com- pleted applications should be submitted as early as possible. Interested volunteers should call 905-723-4461. AJAX — The Rouge Valley Health System has strength- ened its no-smoking policy. As of Nov. 1, patients, visitors, staff, volunteers and physicians are only permitted to smoke in two authorized areas at the Ajax and Pickering hospital. The two areas are located at the north end of the east driveway ramp leading to the ambulance en- trance and to the south of the hospital’s west entrance. “We’re in the process of in- stalling some type of shelter,” said Natalie Bubela, director of operations, in a release. “But in the meantime we’re encourag- ing smokers to move away from the hospital entrances into these authorized areas.” The policy has been updated to comply with federal and pro- vincial policies and regulations that were created to reduce the occurrence of smoking-related illness in Canadian society and to continue to eliminate the health risks, irritation and discomfort associated with sec- ond-hand smoke. Signage around the hospital identifies the authorized smok- ing areas. The hospital is also going to work with the Durham health department on displays and signs to encourage smokers to reduce or quit smoking. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 15 A/P PICKERING HOME AND DESIGN CENTRE 1755 PICKERING PARKWAY, UNIT 28, PICKERING (905) 427-0827 *Off manufacturer suggested retail price. WARM EMBRACE COAT EVENT 50 % OFF* JONES NEW YORK FACTORY STORE NOVEMBER 3 - 14 November 17-21, 2004 at the Pickering Recreation Complex RICHARDSON PARTNERS FINANCIAL Please go to our website for general admission information and all the details on our special events. www.rougevalley.ca • Holiday Fare • Mistletoe Lunch • Group Night • Seniors Day • Family Night • North Pole Pajama Picnic • Jingle Bell Jam • Fashion Show For more information 9 05 683-2320 ex.1501 H EALTH SYSTEM FOUNDATION AJAX — The Rouge Valley Health System is trying to meet the needs of young patients through a new partnership. The Rouge Valley Centenary site opened on Nov. 1 its new re- gional sickle cell disease (SCD) clinic, a pediatric satellite clinic operated with the Hospital for Sick Children. It is the first satellite sickle cell clinic in Ontario, says RVHS. As an offshoot of the program at the Hospital for Sick Chil- dren, the new clinic is starting small, running two Mondays per month with an expected 100 to 150 visits per year. The clinic offers patients in Scarborough and west Durham access to the clinic for blood work and education. In partnership with the pa- tients and families, the clinic team decides on methods of treatment and followup care and whether it takes place at the Hospital for Sick Children or at Centenary. SCD is a genetic trait affect- ing the hemoglobin that can’t be cured. It’s a chronic afflic- tion with acute crises, including effects that can be as devastat- ing as a stroke or even death. Certain symptoms can be treated and there are ways to manage the risk of possible in- heritance. Rouge Valley offers sickle cell disease care Hospital aiming for smoke-free entrances sportsdurhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at NEWS ADVERTISER A/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com Delivering for the Future What do you call someone who runs their own business, braves summer heat and the winter chill, is on the job in the rain, snow and sleet, is always cheerful and courteous and who brings the product right to your door every time without fail while also trying to conquer the intricacies of math, science and auditioning for the first-chair saxophone in the school band? A News Advertiser Carrier Tommorow’s entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers and craftsmen are today’s newspaper carriers. learn skills that will last a lifetime, and earning a little money on the side couldn’t hurt either. 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We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available FULL NAME NOMINATING ORGANIZATION CITY AWARD Bruce Boyle Ajax Public Library Board Ajax 10 Years Val Marshall Ajax Public Library Board Ajax 10 Years Frank Fernandez Auxiliary to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Health Centre Ajax 10 Years William Lee Auxiliary to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Health Centre Ajax 10 Years Jean Young Auxiliary to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Health Centre Ajax 10 Years Olive Crowe Auxiliary to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Health Centre Ajax 10 Years Helen Hawker Auxiliary to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering Health Centre Ajax 20 Years Marian Rehr Bereaved Families of Ontario - Durham Region Ajax 10 Years Valerie Grant Durham Supervised Access Program Ajax 5 Years Cheryl Carway Girl Guides of Canada - Ajax Ajax 10 Years Colleen Blair Girl Guides of Canada - Ajax Ajax 10 Years Carol Taylor Girl Guides of Canada - Ajax Ajax 5 Years Kim Carr Girl Guides of Canada - Ajax Ajax 5 Years Lynne Powell Girl Guides of Canada - Ajax Ajax 5 Years Pam McKibbon Girl Guides of Canada - Ajax Ajax 5 Years Brenda Boudreau Girl Guides of Canada - Shoreline Division Ajax 10 Years Margaret Lebel Girl Guides of Canada - Shoreline Division Ajax 10 Years Margaret Herdman Girl Guides of Canada - Shoreline Division Ajax 20 Years Cindy Olynyk Girl Guides of Canada - Shoreline Division Ajax 5 Years Joanne Campbell Girl Guides of Canada - Shoreline Division Ajax 5 Years Norma Crane Girl Guides of Canada - Shoreline Division Ajax 5 Years Doreen Hume-McKenna Grandview Children’s Centre Ajax 5 Years Hugh Fair Lions Club - Ajax Ajax 30 Years Robert Rowland Lions Club - Ajax Ajax 30 Years Les Pearce Lions Club - Ajax Ajax 40 Years George Harach Parish Council of St. John’s Ukranian Orthodox Church Ajax 10 Years Evangeline Gelbard Pickering Museum Village Ajax Youth Bill Cardie Rogers Television - Durham Region Ajax 10 Years Angela Draskovic Rose of Durham Young Parents Support Services Ajax 5 Years Leny Vandenenden Victorian Order of Nurses - Durham Region Branch Ajax 15 Years Brian Hughes Victorian Order of Nurses - Durham Region Branch Ajax 5 Years Dr. Youssef Mroueh Association of Progressive Muslims of Ontario Pickering 5 Years Gary Goswell Bereaved Families of Ontario - Durham Region Pickering 10 Years Caroline Goswell Bereaved Families of Ontario - Durham Region Pickering 10 Years Jan Presley Durham Supervised Access Program Pickering 5 Years Pat Newberry Fairview Lodge Home for the Aged - Region of Durham Pickering 5 Years Dora Davis Fairview Lodge Home for the Aged - Region of Durham Pickering 5 Years Jack Shaw Lions Club - Ajax Pickering 30 Years Pat Dunnill Pickering Museum Village Pickering 10 Years William Utton Pickering Museum Village Pickering 10 Years Alistair Taylor Seneca College of Applied Arts & Technology Pickering 5 Years Brian Sharples Softball Ontario Pickering 5 Years Patrick Tranquada South Pickering Seniors Award Pickering 15 Years Jaime Kerr Victim Services of Durham Region (VCARS) Pickering 5 Years By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — A total of 353 volunteers from Dur- ham Region, including 44 from Ajax and Picker- ing, were honoured with Ontario Volunteer Service Awards from the Ontario government on Oct. 26. The Ontario Volunteer Service Awards honour individual volunteers for continuous years of service to a single organization and they offer an annual oppor- tunity for the government to recognize the province’s thousands of volunteers. The theme of this year’s awards is Volunteers Build Communities. Community groups were able to nominate up to six recipients, with adults being honoured for five to 50 or more consecutive years of volunteer work, and youth workers for two or more years of volunteer work. More than 2.3 million On- tario residents serve their neighbours and strengthen their communities through volunteering, according to the provincial government. Valued at more than $6 bil- lion, their time and effort is the equivalent of more than 200,000 full-time jobs, and they help their com- munities through 75,000 charitable and non-profit organizations in Ontario. The voluntary sector represents more than 9 per cent of all paid jobs in On- tario, the province said. The Ajax and Pickering residents who have been honoured this year with Volunteer Service Awards are listed below. Ajax and Pickering residents honoured for giving to others By Shauna Reeves Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Two Ajax girls want to help the street youth of Toronto. Kimberley Mills and Amie Watson, Durham Col- lege students, are putting together Back Pack Project 2004. The 23-year-olds are try- ing to collect 200 backpacks, filled with sweaters, tooth- paste, toothbrushes, dental floss, chap stick, toiletries and anything else people would like to donate. All the items will be given over the holiday season to the Yonge Street Mission Evergreen branch for home- less street youth. “We wanted to give back to people who are less for- tunate,” says Ms. Mills. This is the first year the girls have tried the pro- gram. “We get together during the week and on the week- ends,” to prepare the back- packs Ms. Watson says. To donate items, call Ms. Mills and a pickup or drop- off will be organized. For more information or to make a donation to the cause, call Ms. Mills at 905- 449-2628. Ajax women packing up help for youth Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser phto Amie Watson and Kimberley Mills are collecting items for the 200 backpacks they want to fill for street youth. The Ajax women are collecting for the Yonge Street Mission.We’re online at infodurhamregion.comDURHAM — Durham District School Board em- ployees seeking to run for political office do not need a policy to guide them, ac- cording to Whitby Trustee John Dolstra. “Out of 7,000 employees we’ve never had a problem with anyone running for of- fice, so why do we need to make a policy to fix some- thing that isn’t broken?” he asked during Monday’s standing committee meet- ing. “I think it’s outrageous and I won’t support it.” In May, trustees asked Education Director Craig Burch to examine how other school boards deal with the issue of employees running for office, and last month voted for a draft policy to be created. The issue surfaced after Maret Sadem-Thompson, principal of Palmerston Av- enue Public School in Whit- by, ran for the New Dem- ocratic Party in last year’s provincial election. The draft policy, which Mr. Burch described as being consistent with the policies of other boards in the province, encourages school board employees to seek and hold public office. The policy states that em- ployees who run for office may be “granted or asked to take unpaid leaves of ab- sence,” in consultation with the Superintendent of Op- erations. Oshawa Trustee Michael Barrett said he supports cre- ating a policy before prob- lems occur. “Statistics show that a great number of school teachers run for public of- fice, so we should anticipate future controversy and do something to avoid it,” he said. Board chairwoman and Whitby Trustee Elizabeth Roy stressed that policies are vital to all public organi- zations, institutions noting that the Durham Board even has a policy to guide tree planting at new schools. The amended draft policy will come forward as a no- tice of motion at the Nov. 15 board meeting. Political leave policy generates controversy durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 17 A/P *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant PRIME WEST PICKERING~ TWYN RIVERS/ALTONA IMMACULATE, freshly painted & upgraded family home. Minutes to Rouge Valley Conservation & major hwys. 9ft ceilings on mn flr, hrdwd & ceramic flrs, pot lights, cac. Gorgeous family rm w gas fireplace & w/o to 2 tiered deck with gazebo. LEO BARRASSO* 905 477-0011 All-Stars Realty Inc$315,500SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2-5 PM 107 SECORD ST., PICKERING View these listings on-line @www.durhamregion.com 56 DEVERILL CRES., AJAX ALLEN ARNOLD*** & ROSEMARY MARSH* 416-285-8555 SAT. & SUN. NOV. 6 & 7 1-3 P.M. 47 ZACHARY PLACE, BROOKLIN BETTER THAN NEW ONLY $274,900 Stunning shows a 10+, det. full brick finished top to bottom, in mint condition, 4 bdrms., 4 washrooms, open concept, mn. flr. fam. rm. with fireplace, wonderful master retreat, hrdwd. flrs., 6 appliances and more. Private viewing or meet us there. Toll Free 1-877-782-8547 Taking pride in marketing homes. www.realtyconsultation.com EXECUTIVE Realty (1996) Inc. SHAYNE LYNDEN* 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 2313 COLLINGSBROOK CT.$299,900SUN. NOV. 7TH, 2-4 P.M. "NATURE IN YOUR BACKYARD" • 3 bdrms. • 3 baths • Computer loft • Pie-shaped lot on child-safe court • Luxury ensuite with oval soaker tub, sep. shower • Prof. decorated • Steps to woods and wildlife. “The Name You Can Trust”FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker$304,9002306 COLLINGSBROOK CT. SUN. NOV. 7TH, 2-4 P.M. "QUIET COURT" BACKS ONTO FOREST • 4 bdrms. • 3 baths • Modern upgraded kit. • Luxury ensuite with soaker tub, dble. shower • Open concept • Coughlan built • Five top of the line appliances included. SHERRY HOOVER* 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 SUN. NOV. 7TH, 2-4 P.M. 878 AUDLEY RD. S., AJAX TRIBUTE LAKESIDE COMMUNITY JEWEL Stunning home on 56 ft. premium lot steps to waterfront trails. Enticing and exciting open concept design boasts deluxe maple kit. upgrades with centre island, ceramic floors and garden door w/o to yard. Mn. flr. fam. rm. with fp. is open to the breakfast area. Living and din. rms. feature glistening maple hrdwd. flrs. and bow window. Second flr. features inviting sundeck o/l designated parkette. This spotless home surpasses all others at $313,900.FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker “Selling homes one yard at a time” KATHRYN PARISH* 905 683-1790 SUN. NOV. 7TH, 2-4 P.M. 133 PINEGATE PLACE, WHITBY TAUNTON & VALLEYWOOD End unit freehold townhome. Main floor family room, eat-in kitchen. Clean, bright and spacious. Call Kathryn at 905-683-1790 for more information. $209,900Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated SONIA SINCLAIR* 905-427-1400 416-286-3993 SUN. NOV. 7, 2-4 P.M. 26 TALLSHIPS DR., WHITBY Stunning home in sought after Whitby Shores 3 yrs. new! Lynde Shores Queensgate “The Heron”! Open & spacious 9’ ceilings w/ceramics, fenced lot! Beautiful porch adds charm & character! Elegant decor w/ balcony & ensuite off master bdrm.! Lakeside community, you’ll love. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. $219,899 say it’s SOLD by Sonia Sinclair www.SoniaSinclair.com JOHN WILSON* 905 831-3300 FIRST Realty Ltd. SUN. NOV. 7 2-4 P.M. 42 PEARCE DR., AJAX Come take a look!! This home features hardwood floors, California shutters, fireplace, main floor family room, garage access, master bedroom w/4-piece ensuite and walk-in closet and much more. See you there. $259,900416-321-3536 OPEN HOUSE SUN., NOV. 7 2:30 - 5 P.M. Church & Delaney. Gorgeous freehold corner unit like a semi-detached home. About 1708 sq. ft./Brookfield built & under 5 yrs. new. Modern open concept kitchen with breakfast bar, eat-in, overlooking fam. rm., formal din. rm. & sep. liv. rm., master bdrm. with standup shower & oval tub & w/i closet. Newly finished bsmt. with 4th bdrm. & 3 pc. bath & large rec room. Prem. lot, landscaped fr. & bk. yard, interlock patio dble garage, wrap around veranda & more!! Sue Lakra R ea l t r o n Real Estat e Ltd. 354 DELANEY DR. MONICA STANWAY* 416 485-2010 SUN. NOV. 7, 2-4 P.M. 765 SHEPPARD AVE. LOT SIZE 62.57’ X 313’ Southern exposure in back completely private unbelievable lot and sun-filled home. Features 4 bdrms., hardwood floors, separate entrance to basement, huge woodburning fireplace. Main flr. fam. rm. Eat-in updated kitchen, new broadloom. This home sparkles and shines! Come and see. You will not be disappointed. Monica Stanway, Sales Representative, 416-485-2010.Granite Hill Realty Inc. $349,000SAM KIMBERLEY* 905 509-6111 SAT. & SUN. NOV. 6 & 7 1-4 P.M. 82 HARTRICK PLACE, WHITBY This 3+1 bdrm. home is located in one of Whitby’s better family neighbourhoods! Walk to public & sep. schools! This home shows like a model with new hardwood in the fam. rm., liv. rm., din. rm. and kit. crown mouldings & new paint throughout! Fin. bsmt. with rec rm., den, laundry and wine cellar!! California shutters throughout! Cent. air, B/I dishwasher, fridge, stove and much more incl. $239,900GEORGE BAPHALOUKOS*** 905-716-3710 905-853-5955 SAT. NOV. 6, 1-4 P.M. 1736 GREENVALE, CRES., PICKERING “Welcome Home” to this bright and spacious quality built house. Close to all amenities! Large rooms, freshly updated throughout, new gleaming hardwoods, ceramic floors, new trims and doors, on a very private pie-shaped pool-sized lot. Feats: fp., CAC, att. gar., completely finished basement. Mature and fenced. New shingles in 2003. Future Realty Inc. $375,500MARILYN AUNGER* 905-430-9000 1-866-430-9900 OPEN HOUSE SUN., NOV. 7, 2-4 PM 334 TOYNEVALE RD., PICKERING Beautiful floor plan! Great curb appeal! Home features: oak staircase, ceramic flr. in powder, main & ensuite bath, large kitchen w/pantry, breakfast bar, w/o to deck, bsmt. apt. w/living & dining combo., kitchen, fam. rm., bdrm., 3 pc. bath and sep. entrance. For more information please call Marilyn Aunger at 905-430-9000 or 1-866-430-9900. $422,000sutton-group classic realty inc. Qureshi Muhammad 866 430-9900 OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 2-4 P.M. 37 HOLLIER DRIVE (near Audley & Rossland) NEW 4 BEDROOM AJAX HOME • Master with W/I closet and 4 pc Ensuite • 3 Bathrooms • Ceramics in main foyer and Kitchen • Family room w/Gas Fireplace •Upgraded Kitchen cabinets, Ceramic • Access to Garage Call 905-430-9000 $280,000TOO NEW FOR PICTURE sutton-group classic realty inc. HARISH VASDANI* 905-896-8888 416-566-6665 7 CARLE CRES. SAT. & SUN., NOV. 6 & 7, 1-4 P.M. RED U C E D $ 3 1 9 , 8 8 8 HOME TEAM REALTY INC. WOW!2577 SQ. FT. + FIN. BSMT. Super deal, spacious 4 bedroom home with finished basement, new windows, hardwood floor in family room, ceramics in kitchen and backsplash, pot lights, fenced yard, French doors, central air, shows immaculate, minutes to schools & shopping. 905-896-8888 or 416-566- 6665. Ask for Harish Vasdani. 905-427-1400 Valued at $242,900, this all brick detached home features hardwood floors, finished lower level with bar! Professionally landscaped lot! Upgraded home from top to bottom. For further info, call David McIntyre at 905-427-1400 or visit www.DurhamHomeNet.com today! D AVID MCINTYRE ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. SUNDAY, NOV. 7 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. 134 CHATFIELD CRES. SUNDAY, NOV. 7 1 - 3 P.M.$244,500Lori Bunyan 905-619-9500 sutton-group heritage realty ltd. A MUST SEE! Bright, spacious and totally spotless 3+2 bdrm. freehold townhome in sought-after Fox Hollow area. This terrific home features a large liv. rm. & din. rm. overlooking greenspace, spacious kit. with breakfast bar, master bedroom with 4 pc. ensuite and built-in entertainment centre, 2nd floor office with built-in desk & cupboards and the list goes on...THIS IS A HOME YOU WILL WANT TO SEE!! For more info, call Lori at 905-619-9500. 653 GRACELAND CRT., PICKERING A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com $5000 IN UPGRADES ON SELECTED MODELS IT’S THE BEST DEAL AJAX HAS TO OFFER.DON’T MISS OUT! EST. 1957 AJAX Mariposa is ideally located in south Ajax, just a short stroll from the lake at Pickering Beach and minutes away from the 401. Bordering conservation lands, the community is convenient to every amenity, in an established neighbourhood. Easy access to the GO makes commuting to the city a breeze! A limited number of extra wide townhomes starting from 905-426-3626 rockportgroup.net Up to 1,918 Sq.Ft. Hours: Mon. - Wed. 4 pm - 8 pm. Thurs. by appointment. Fridays closed. Sat., Sun. & Hol. 12 pm - 5 pm. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. * Engineered hardwood flooring. See Sales Rerp for details. of extra wide freehold townhomes with finished family room $209 ,900$209 ,900 MOVE IN IN 90 DAYS * * new release room to in Ajax grow `>ÞÊÌÊÀ`>ÞÊ>ÌÊ> /ÕÀÃ`>ÞÃÊ>ÌÊ£ä\Îä« ->ÌÕÀ`>ÞÊ>ÌÊ££>]Ê£«ÊEÊÈ\Îä« NOPRICELIKEHOMECOM /.,9/. 2/'%23#!",%£äÉÈÎ RESTAURANT • CAFE • BAR • CATERING • SPECIALTY FOODS 75 BAYLY ST. W. AJAX, 905-426-1444 BAYWOOD CENTRE (NO FRILLS PLAZA) www.cuzina.ca Simple, Uncomplicated, Delicious & AffordableSimple, Uncomplicated, Delicious & Affordable Need help getting it done? Call 310-CASH We can be reached at 905-683-5110 NEWS ADVERTISER Ajax, Pickering get in motion and raise $4,500 for spinal cord injury research Rick Hansen event returns in 2005 AJAX - Ajax and Pickering residents raised $4,498.61 during the second an- nual Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion event. Held in Ajax June 13, half of the proceeds from the event go to priority needs identified to improve the qual- ity of life of people with spinal cord injuries. The other half goes to helping to accelerate major breakthroughs in spinal cord injury research, by pro- viding tools to improve clinical treat- ment, a spinal cord injuries registry, and developing leading-edge assistive technologies. Across Canada there were 208 events held in communities, with more than 35,000 people helping to raise over $1.2 million. Rick Hansen attracted the world’s at- tention by wheeling 40,000 kilometres around the world to prove the unlim- ited potential of people with spinal cord injuries. Along the way he helped raise more than $26 million for spinal cord inju- ries. The third annual Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion event is scheduled for Sunday, June 12, 2005. For more information, call 1-866- 609-4335. FRIDAY, NOV. 5 SNOWFLAKE CHRISTMAS MARKET: The market is at Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N., Ajax, from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market includes crafts and supplies, food, ornaments, White Elephant and more. Call 905- 683-4721 or visit www.pvuc. ca/XMASMarket. SATURDAY, NOV. 6 BAZAAR: The Pickering Se- niors’ Club holds its annual bazaar at the Seniors Activ- ity Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. The bazaar is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Items include Christ- mas decorations, knit wear, handmade crafts, books and records. Call 905-420-5049. DUNBARTON-FAIRPORT UNITED CHURCH: The church’s 14th annual old-fash- ioned turkey supper includes stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, corn, carrots, beverages and a selection of pies and desert. Tickets are $12 for adult, $10 for children ages 10 to 16, and children under 10 are free. There are sittings at 5 and 7 p.m. Call 905-839-7271 to reserve your tickets. FUNDRAISING DANCE: Par- ents Without Partners holds the dance at Dnipro Hall, 681 Dnipro Blvd. in Oshawa, east of Ritson Road, off Bloor Street. The doors open at 8 p.m. and the cost is $12. There will be a buffet, DJ and prizes. COMMUNITY CARE DUR- HAM: The organization is holding its annual bazaar, which includes crafts, bak- ing, preserves and a raffle. The bazaar is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1420 Bayly St. Unit 6. Call Bonnie Harris at 905- 837-0017. BAZAAR AND BAKE SALE: St. Timothy’s Presbyterian Church is holding a Christ- mas bazaar and bake sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 97 Burcher Rd. Ajax. There will be a tea room. The price is $3.50 for adults and $1.50 for children under 10. Call Karen 905-683-9162. JILLIAN JIGGS AUTHOR: Phoebe Gilman, author of Jillian Jiggs, is in Ajax Public Library’s McLean branch program room at 2 p.m. Chil- dren and parents are invited to take part in activities and crafts. Each child receives a poster. The event is a free drop-in program and space is limited. BAZAAR: St. Paul’s United Church is holding its annual fall bazaar. There are crafts, homemade baking, jams, toys, Victorian treasures, a lunch room, an elevator, and free child care. It runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 65 Kings Cr. in Ajax. Call 905-683- 4740. DURHAM POTTERS: The Dur- ham Potters’ Guild is holding its 16th annual Christmas Show and Sale, featuring both functional and decora- tive handmade pottery and clay items. There will also be a specialty table with pro- ceeds to benefit the Denise House Shelter for abused women. It is at the Kinsmen Heritage Centre, 120 Rober- son Dr. in Pickering Village. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday Nov. 7. Admission is free. Call 905-427-7097. SUNDAY, NOV. 7 REMEMBRANCE CON- CERT: Whitevale United Church, 530 Whitevale Rd. (at North Road), is holding a Remembrance Day Concert from 2 to 4 p.m. featuring singing, entertainment and stories. Donations to the mission and service fund are welcome. MONDAY, NOV. 8 CRIBBAGE: Play with the Ajax Seniors Friendship Club every Monday at 1 p.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. Beginners welcome, but should come earlier. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573 or Jack at 905-683-9696. TUESDAY, NOV. 9 BUSINESS CLUB: The Durham Contact Business Exchange Club meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. for a breakfast meeting at Victoria Gardens Restaurant in Ajax. The non-profit club for small business owners is for net- working, exchanging ideas, promoting each other’s business and providing leads. The restaurant is at 570 Westney Rd. S. (at Lake Driveway West). Call 905- 428-5733 or visit www.dur- hamcontactbusiness.com. PARENT SUPPORT: A sup- port group meets in Ajax every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. Visit www.apsgo.ca or call 416-223-7444 or 1-800-488- 5666 for meeting location and more information. SENIORS: The Tuesday Morning Seniors’ Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Tinie Evans discusses her work with Amnesty Inter- national, Ajax and Pickering Group. The group meets each Tuesday morning and everyone is welcome. Call Louise at 905-683-7799 or Shirley at 905-428-8711. BOARD OF TRADE BREAK- FAST : The Ajax-Pickering Board Of Trade is holding a continental breakfast at Sam’s Club. The breakfast is from 7:30 to 9 a.m. gives participants a chance to chat about their business, learn more about Sam’s and to network with others. The cost is $16.05 for members and $26.75 for future mem- bers. Sam’s Club is at 1899 Brock Rd. in Pickering, just north of Hwy. 401. Call the board at 905-686-0883. DEWEY DIVAS AND DUDES: Get an insider per- spective on the fall publish- ing season from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the main branch of the Ajax Public Library. The Dewey Divas and Dudes pro- gram is for adults who love books and have a passion for the latest and greatest titles. The program is free but space is limited. To reserve a spot, call 905-683-4000, ext. 813. MEDITATION GROUP: The group works on achieving stress relief through re- laxation, visualization, and mindfulness through guided, focused, meditation. It meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. There is a suggested donation of $5, which goes to local charity or a civic group. Meetings are at 150 Okla- homa Dr. Space is limited. For more information, call 905-420-1248. WEDNESDAY, NOV. 10 DESTINATION PATHWAYS: Notre Dame Catholic and J. Clarke Richardson second- ary schools are holding an information night about ap- plying to college, university and the skilled trades. Rep- resentatives from Durham College, Trent University, and Durham Skilled Trades Cen- tre will be on hand. The event begins at 7 p.m. in the Notre Dame Auditorium, Harwood Avenue, just north of Ross- land Road. HEAD INJURY: The Head Injury Association of Durham Region’s Connections in Ajax and Pickering group meets Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. There are cards, games and conversation. It is in The Duf- fin’s Room at the Ajax Com- munity Centre, 75 Centennial Rd. Ajax. Call 905-723-2732. WHIST and BRIDGE: Play with the Ajax Seniors’ Friend- ship Club every Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. Newcomers should come early to the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Newcom- ers are welcome. For whist, call Eleanor at 905-427-8785 and for bridge call Jack at 905-683-9696. SINGLE PARENTS: The Ajax- Pickering Chapter of One Parent Families Association meets at 8 p.m. at the Ajax Cricket Club on the north- east corner of Monarch and Clements in Ajax. The meet- ing is for both custodial or non-custodial parents, with children of any age. Call 905- 666-9262. ALZHEIMER: Alzheimer Durham holds an Ajax-Pick- ering support group meeting from 10 a.m. to noon in the lounge of Life Centre Hous- ing, 1 Marsh La., Ajax. All caregivers welcome. 905- 579-2567. THURSDAY, NOV. 11 OVEREATERS ANONY- MOUS: Members of the 12-step program meet every Thursday in the basement or the library at LaStorta, north end of Liverpool Road next to Manresa Retreat House in Pickering. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. Call Lorraine during the day 905-619-1419 or Mary in the evening 905-428-8660. LINE DANCING: Line dance every Thursday starting at 1 p.m. with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Agnes at 905- 686-1573 or Jack at 905-683- 9696. LUNCH AND LEARN: The workshop goes through dif- ferent methods for conduct- ing an effective job search and discusses different inter- view styles and interviewing techniques. It runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the YMCA Youth Foyer, 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 7 in Pickering. There will be a free pizza lunch. Call 905-686-7060. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 SUPPORT GROUP: The Ontario Early Years Centre offers a breastfeeding sup- port group on the second Friday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The group provides an opportunity for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to share informa- tion and make new friends. Women thinking of having a baby are also welcome. It is at the Pickering Ontario Early Years Centre, 1822 Whites Rd., Unit 202. Call Kelly at 905-509-0995. ADDICTION: The Seren- ity Group 12-step recovery program meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with addic- tions of all types, including co-dependency. A child-care program is available. All are welcome. For information, call Jim in the evenings at 905-428-9431. RESUME CLINIC: The clinic helps develop resumes to showcase skills and abilities to employers. 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Among the more mov- ing moments during the evening was a rare Chief’s Salute by Kevin McAlpine to Sergeant Paul Mooy and Constables Mark McConkey and Warren Ellis, who were severely wounded during a violent bank robbery in Port Perry Oct. 20, 1994. A number of Police Rec- ognition Awards were pre- sented during the evening: • Sergeant John Keating was cited for his calm and efficient handling of the train derailment in Whitby Jan. 14 that claimed the lives of two women. Working long hours in bitterly cold conditions, he maintained communications with the dispatcher and duty inspec- tor, and assisted traffic ser- vices in what was a complex investigation. • Constable Alexandre Beline was on general pa- trol March 6 while a search was being conducted for an 88-year-old man who had gone missing from a Picker- ing nursing home. Checking behind a busi- ness on Granite Court, the officer saw what appeared to be legs protruding from a patch of mud. He found the man lying on his back in the mud, unable to free himself; the elderly man was quickly taken to hospital for treat- ment and survived his or- deal. • On the afternoon of Oct. 25, 2003, rookie Const. Kris Corbeil was on patrol in downtown Bowmanville when he was flagged down by a citizen who said the owner of a jewelry store was chasing suspects who’d sto- len items from the shop. In fact, the owner had been in- volved in a tussle with the thieves, who had knocked him down and ran over his leg with their van as they fled the scene. Const. Corbeil, who had been on the job just a few months, pursued the van and initiated a high-risk stop on Liberty Street South. In doing so he nabbed thieves from Montreal and recov- ered the stolen property. • Const. Greg O’Connor, Const. Bart Campbell and civilian communications employee Debi Cheseboro were honoured for their roles in capturing armed thugs who terrorized an el- derly woman during a home invasion robbery in Ajax. Ms. Cheseboro received a 911 call on Sept. 2; while no one spoke into the phone, she could hear someone talking in the background. Surmising she was listening in on a home invasion, she sent out the alert to officers on patrol. Consts. O’Connor and Campbell arrived on the scene and saw a man armed with a knife through a win- dow. They forced their way into the house and arrested three suspects at gunpoint. A fourth suspect fled, but was apprehended. The cops, both of them on the job two years, also recovered a load- ed handgun. • When she accompanied officers to a home in Black- stock in 2001, Const. Kate Lang quickly found herself at the centre of a case that would gain notoriety across the country. Two boys were forced for years to live in cages, subjected to unimaginable abuse. While police arrested and charged the boys’ par- ents and continued their in- vestigation, the plight of the children required the atten- tion of numerous agencies. Const. Lang took a per- sonal interest in the well- being of the boys and their preparation for the intimi- dating court process. Be- cause both are developmen- tally delayed, she felt they’d need extensive preparation to cope with the pressures of appearing in court and serv- ing as competent witnesses. The case resulted in a conviction and a sentence which is now being ap- pealed. The boys are now in foster homes. • Canine Unit Const. Dave Mounsteven and his part- ner Chase were on patrol in south Oshawa Oct. 25, 2003, in search of a person wanted on an outstanding warrant. Checking behind a school, Const. Mounsteven saw a man tuck a rifle into his track pants and walk away. Const. Mounsteven fol- lowed, not wanting a con- frontation with young peo- ple in the vicinity. He even- tually got out of his cruiser and confronted the suspect and another man. During a physical struggle, one of the suspects pulled a gun; Const. Mounsteven drew his service pistol and shot him in the abdomen. 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It features wireless access through- out the building, seating for 500 patrons, over 130 public access workstations with Internet access, a Rotunda with soft seating and a fireplace, quiet study areas and instructional labs. To ny Comper, president and CEO of BMO Financial Group, in presenting the $1 million cheque to the library, called UOIT the “fu- ture MIT of the north.” “BMO Financial Group has a strong tradition of supporting higher education and learning across the country, and this con- tribution to Ontario’s newest uni- versity is yet another step in ensur- ing that Canadian students have the facilities and programs needed to compete in the 21st century,” Mr. Comper said. “We at BMO share UOIT’s com- mitment to the development and elevation of technological skills. In fact, we just recently announced that we are establishing a major corporate technology centre in Barrie, and I hope that in a few years time we will be able to draw upon UOIT graduates to join our organization there and across Canada,” he added. Gary Polonsky, president of UOIT and Durham College, praised Mr. Comper as an es- teemed Canadian who does “good work” and “good deeds.” He said the $1 million donation to the li- brary is a very large gift — one the institution will undoubtedly earn. “The goal for our library has always been to enhance research, teaching, study and personal in- teraction by providing the very best facilities and resources,” Mr. Polonsky said. “Now, thanks to outstanding partners such as BMO, that vision is a reality.” Thomas Coughlan, president of the student association for UOIT, Durham College and Trent Uni- versity, said he was pleased to see BMO Financial’s willingness to in- vest in post-secondary education. “Your gift will create endless possibilities for future students, and it will be these individuals who will move ahead in their careers knowing that BMO helped play a role in helping them achieve their goals,” said the third-year business student. “We thank you in advance for the opportunities you will create, not only this year, but for many years to come.” The lobby of the building will now be known as BMO Library Foyer in recognition of the $1 mil- lion donation. BMO Financial gives $1 million to UOIT library Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo To ny Comper, president and chief executive officer of BMO Financial Group chats with Wilma Castillo, a second-year justice student at University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Mr. Comper was at the university to announce a $1 mil- lion donation to the school library. Drummond talks the economics of schooling By Jennifer Stone Staff Writer DURHAM — Making it easier for students to transfer credits and access funding are key to improv- ing Ontario’s post-secondary edu- cation system, says a member of the Bob Rae task force looking into higher education. Don Drummond, TD Bank Fi- nancial Group Chief Economist, told economics students at the University of Ontario Institute of Te chnology that investment in post-secondary education offers excellent return. “People who have a degree on average make 50 to 60 per cent more over their lifetimes than those who do not,” said Mr. Drum- mond. He noted that his company has 45,000 employees and that, of those hired in the last five years, 87 per cent have a minimum of a college diploma. But there’s a need to ensure all qualified students have access to post-secondary education, he said. “We think anyone who is quali- fied to go on to post-secondary education in Ontario should go. Finances should not be a factor,” he told students. To that end, there’s a need to reform student financing, said Mr. Drummond. The Ontario Student Loan max- imum has been frozen since 1993, and one-third of Ontario Student Assistance Program recipients have financial needs above cur- rent loan limits. “Our student financing system in Ontario and Canada is an ab- solute mess,” he said, noting the task force is looking at such ideas as income-contingent repayable loans to help ensure students have better access to funds. The Rae task force is looking into issues such as accessibility, quality, system design, funding and accountability. It is currently holding town hall meetings with interested parties across Ontario, and is to report its findings to the Province in late January. The task force is hearing about difficulties transferring credits between post-secondary institu- tions. “We’ve been surprised as we do roundtables and open houses,” said Mr. Drummond. “We thought we’d hear about increasing tuition fees and repayment difficulties. But we’re also hearing a lot about the lack of recognition of credits” between post-secondary institu- tions. “We certainly detect a lot of push-back from universities and they’re not subtle about saying some college courses aren’t up to their standards,” said Mr. Drum- mond. But that’s not surprising, said UOIT Provost Michael Finlayson, who was on hand for Mr. Drum- mond’s lecture. While other provinces and some American states use colleges as a feeder system to universities, that’s not necessarily the case here, says Mr. Finlayson. “The (Ontario) college system is different in intent than the col- lege system in California, British Columbia or Alberta,” he said. “Even if UOIT takes a Durham (College) graduate and gives them two years toward their Bachelor of Commerce, they might not succeed in third-year (university level) Bachelor of Commerce” courses, he said. But even university to university there’s a problem, noted Warren Keeler, a student in the audience who had not been able to transfer macro- or micro-economics cred- its when he transferred from Wil- frid Laurier University to UOIT. “I couldn’t think of a logical ex- planation for why that wouldn’t be happening,” said Mr. Drummond. Better access to funds, ease of transfer key to post-secondary education, says task force member Put your pet’s best paws forward for visit with Santa DURHAM — Don’t forget your pet when planning your visits to Santa. The Humane Society of Dur- ham Region holds its 10th annual pet pics with Santa fundraiser, offering framed colour portraits by a professional photographer for $8.50 (other packages are available). The event also includes a bake sale, crafts, raffles and draws. The photo dates are Satur- days and Sundays, Nov. 27 and 28, and Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The Humane Society is at 11 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa. The organization is also asking for donations to the bake sale. For more information, call 905-433-2022 ext. 29. Diabetes experts offer their advice for coping PICKERING — Ask an expert is the topic of the next support group meeting for Ajax and Picker- ing residents living with diabetes. The Ajax-Pickering Diabetes Support Group meeting’s panel of experts include Dr. Ian Blumer, Dr. Kevin Tyber, Rahim Suleman, Mar- lene Grass and Tricia Case. There will also be gifts and sugar-free solutions for the holi- day. Everyone is welcome, but space is limited so reserve a spot. The meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Petticoat Creek Library and Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. For more information or to reserve a spot, call Barbara Lorne at 289-314-7843. Amnesty members rally for Darfur DURHAM — Ajax and Picker- ing Amnesty International mem- bers are being asked to support a rally at Queen’s Park Sunday. The rally is intended to raise awareness amongst the Canadian government and international com- munity that there must be an end to the violence in Darfur, Sudan. There will be an hour of African music and speeches about human rights and the humanitarian crisis in Darfur. Amnesty supporters are asked to meet at 1:45 p.m. in the park north of the north door of Queen’s Park at 2 p.m. There will be a march, with an Amnesty banner and postcards in hand asking Prime Minister Paul Martin to push the Sudanese gov- ernment to take action. The event is sponsored by Amnesty International and Canadi- ans for Action in Darfur. The rally is Sunday, Nov. 7 from 2 to 3 p.m. For more information, call 416- 463-5312 ext. 252. In brief NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PICKERING — Hallow- een may have just passed, but Pickering is already busy planning this year’s Winterfest: Christmas in the City. There are a plethora of activities on tap for the fes- tivities, including the tree lighting, snow sculpting contest, teen events and, new this year, community music nights. “Winterfest 2004 will pro- vide for more opportunity for the community to par- ticipate,” said Steve Reyn- olds, head of culture and recreation for the City of Pickering. In the past the event had been organized by a com- mittee, but this year it is City staff getting things ready. The big tree lighting event is Friday, Dec. 3 with car- olling, horse-drawn wagon rides and fireworks to end the evening with a bang. Snow Much Fun is Saturday, Dec. 4 with a snow sculpting contest at Esplanade Park, followed by Winter Warm- Up, where teens can watch live bands at the Petticoat Creek Community Cen- tre that evening. A seniors poinsettia tea takes place the following afternoon. “I’m looking forward to this year’s event,” said Ward 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean. “Hopefully it will be something we can build on.” The holiday season gets underway with the annual Santa Claus parade. Orga- nized by the Kinsmen and Kinette clubs of Pickering, the parade is Saturday, Nov. 13. Organizers are still look- ing for community floats to be entered into the parade. (Entry forms are available at the Pickering Recreation Complex or at www.cityof- pickering.com/greatev- ents). New this year is a cor- porate float to promote the City, with council members and their family invited to ride along and greet resi- dents. Mr. Reynolds presented the outline of this year’s fes- tivities to Mayor Dave Ryan and councillors recently. Most were pleased with what they saw. Wa rd 3 Regional Council- lor Rick Johnson suggested some of the new businesses and groups in Pickering be contacted to get involved. “We’ve done a great job getting to where we are and now we need to push it for- ward,” he said. Both Ward 3 City Coun- cillor David Pickles and Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner expressed concern with making sure all Pickering residents feel included in the celebra- tions. “I just wonder if we’re reaching out to those (cul- tural) groups to see if there is a way for them to get in- volved,” Coun. Pickles said. Coun. Brenner pointed out Hanukkah happens during the same time. “If we’re doing for one we need to be doing for all,” he said. Ajax resident honoured by York University for humanitarian achievements By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer AJAX — Kim Phuc’s dreams of being a doctor came true last week. The Ajax resident, better known as The Girl in the Picture, received an honor- ary doctorate of law degree from York University last week for her humanitarian efforts. “It’s just amazing. I never expected it,” says the Ajax resident. “They know my life. They know my work.” The ‘picture’ is one of the iconic images from the Vietnam War. As a nine- year-old, Ms. Phuc’s vil- lage was napalm bombed by the South Vietnamese. The photograph shows Ms. Phuc naked and crying, running down a road, her skin burning from napalm. Being awarded an hon- orary doctorate also fulfils one of the dreams in her life, Ms. Phuc says. “When I was burned, I had to stay in hospital for 14 months. I had 17 operations and third-degree burns over half my body. Everyday, I would wake up and see the doctors and nurses. It would build up my dream. I had a dream to become a doctor,” she says. Yo rk University’s chan- cellor called her about the degree. “He said ‘we want to rec- ognize you.’ I say just a min- ute. I have to sit down. One day, I become a doctor,” she says laughing. “I become a doctor and help other peo- ple.” In 1992, she and husband To an defected when the air- plane they were in stopped in Gander, Newfoundland. They are the parents of sons Thomas, 10, and Stephen, 7 “My second dream was to have freedom. Now I have that. It’s amazing. I’m so grateful. Amazing,” Ms. Phuc adds. She’s the UNESCO good- will ambassador for peace and has set up the Kim Foundation, which helps children with “pain, suffer- ing, hopelessness. I never forget the children.” The degree is a chance for her to “remember the people who helped me 37 years ago. It comes from my heart. I enjoy daily life. “Through my life as well, I learn how to forgive the people who caused my suf- fering. I forgive and move on,” Ms. Phuc states. “Now, I know the value of peace and freedom. With my faith, I have forgiven. “My picture is a symbol of war. My life is a symbol of hope, forgiveness,” she says. For many people, “daily life is dealing with hatred, bitterness and anger. Peo- ple aren’t living in complete happiness. We encourage them. If the little girl can do it” they can too, she notes. Ms. Phuc helps people “move on. Find a way to a better life” through love, hope and forgiveness. “It’s a better picture and everyone can have it, ev- eryone can do it. That’s my goal.” People can “learn a little bit and apply it to their life and they feel much better. I have found my meaning. I know why I didn’t die and had suffering. My body has a lot of scars, but my heart is cleansed. It’s so, so impor- tant for me to be here,” she says. She hasn’t been back to Vietnam since defecting. “I hope one day I can go. I really miss my family. I’m praying so I can go back to visit.” That was emphasized three weeks ago with the death of her brother Tam. In the photograph, he’s the boy on the left, in a white shirt, who is also crying. “I really miss him. But, I say if I can’t see him in this life, I’ll see him in heaven,” Ms. Phuc notes. Tam suffered minor burns in the bombing. “I always say he’s a boy and he ran faster than me.” Ms. Phuc has four sur- viving brothers and two sisters still in Vietnam. Her mother and father live in Whitby, although they re- cently returned to Vietnam for a three-month visit. Ms. Phuc may miss Vietnam, but she’s happy living here. “I love Ajax. It’s so peace- ful. It’s a lovely town, warm people, friendly.” More information about her work is available at www.kimfoundation.com. Dr. Phuc’s longtime dream comes true Ajax resident Kim Phuc, who’s spent years promoting peace following her experiences in Vietnam, received an honorary doctorate of law degree last week from York University. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 31 P CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway (at Brock Road), Pickering • 905-686-2308 15”-28” Tefl on WIPER BLADES Reg. from 11.99 to 19.99 21-0900 - 21-0909-x $300 With this coupon only Save Many more unadvertised specials available instore. Hurry in for best selection. Sorry, no rainchecks or substitutions. Sale ends Thursday, November 11, 2004 or while quantities last. Limit 2 blades per coupon. Original coupon only. per blade Seeing Clearly This Winter Starts At Canadian Tire Pickering Planning for a busy Christmas in the city for Pickering families Read up at infodurhamregion.com Santa Claus is coming to Dur- ham and this is your guide to finding out when and where to see him in the coming weeks. SATURDAY, NOV. 13 PICKERING 10 a.m. Parade starts at Vaughan Wil- lard School, proceeds east on Glenanna to Pickering Town Centre. SATURDAY, NOV. 20 CLARINGTON 10:30 a.m. The parade starts in Bowman- ville at Church and Temperance streets; it travels along Church Street turning left (south) onto Scugog Street, then east onto King Street, finally south on Liberty Street finishing at Me- morial Park. OSHAWA 6 p.m. The parade departs from the Oshawa Centre, heads east along King Street, turns south on Centre street, west on John Street to Elmgrove, back to the Oshawa Centre. SUNDAY, NOV. 21 TORONTO 12:30 p.m. To ronto’s Santa Claus Parade turns 100, this year. It departs from Christie Pits, processes east along Bloor Street West, south along Queen’s Park Circle and University Avenue, east along Dundas Street We st, south along Yonge Street to Front Street East, where it proceeds east and finishes at Church Street. For more infor- mation, go to www.thesanta- clausparade.com. SATURDAY, NOV. 27 UXBRIDGE 11 a.m. The parade heads straight down Centre Road where it ends at Third Street. SCUGOG 5 p.m. The parade begins at the Port Perry Fairgrounds, goes south on Simcoe Street and then east on Queen Street. It wraps up at the Water Street intersection. SUNDAY, NOV. 28 AJAX Noon The parade goes south on Harwood Avenue from Station Street to Bayly Street. SATURDAY, DEC. 4 WHITBY 10 a.m. The parade starts on Giffard and Cochrane streets and heads south on Cochrane Street to Dundas Street, east on Dundas to Brock Street, then south on Brock to Trent Street where it finishes. P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com AURA is more than just a bar. It’s a bar lounge, patio, restaurant and soon to be ban- quet hall. Celebrating its Grand Opening recent- ly, AURA is the creation of the Loui Fakalis. Loui was the owner of Regalis in Pickering for 13 years and has more than 40 years expe- rience in the restaurant business. He works alongside son Manos and daughter Helen making this a true family business. AURA underwent an 8 month extensive renovation including the main floor which seats 92 and an additional 70 in the outdoor covered patio. Upstairs, the banquet hall will be completed in November just in time to book those Christmas parties for groups up to 110. AURA features a full menu for lunch and dinner including soups, salads, seafood, steaks, chicken, roast beef, pasta and appetiz- ers. Loui describes it as an upscale bar and- family restaurant with great food at great prices combined with a very friendly staff. Come for the food, the fun and make new friends at AURA. AURA Bar Restaurant and Banquet Hall Celebrates Grand Opening in Whitby Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle presents AURA owner Loui Fakalis with the Welcome to Whitby mat in honour of the restaurant’s opening day. Joining them were Whitby Councillor Shirley Scott, Whitby Chamber of Commerce CEO Margot Weir, owner Manos Fakalis and Whitby Councillor Joe Drumm. 227 Brock St. S. Whitby (905) 666-3113 VAUGHN WILLARD SCHOOL GLENANNA PICKERING PARKWAY HWY.#2 TOWN HALLDIXIE LIVERPOOLEND START Pickering 2 0 0 4 www.cityofpickering.com/greatevents November 13th 2004 10:00 am C h r i s t m a s i s a f a m i l y t i m e Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo An original gift PICKERING — Af ter Gary Polonsky, president of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College, seated centre, spoke to Durham elementary educa- tors, the students at Pickering’s Fairport Beach Public School wanted to say thank you. The result? Teacher Trudy Akler, back centre, and students created a piece of art for Mr. Polonsky. Santa Claus is coming to Pickering News Advertiser file photo The Santa Claus Parade is a favourite every year in Pickering. It runs Saturday, Nov. 13, starting at 10 a.m. Scrap your life together at library PICKERING — Treasure your memories with help from a scrapbook demonstration. Heather Walker of Creative Memories hosts the free ses- sion focusing on how to cre- atively display old photos, sou- venirs and memorabilia. The program is Saturday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central library, 1 The Esplanade in Pickering. Registration is required for the program. For more infor- mation, call 905-831-6265 ext. 6243. ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 33 A/P HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering www.herongate.com (905) 472-3085✁For Reservations Call: Not valid with any other offer $2off per person “BOTTOMS UP” A side-splitting comedy by Gregg Kreutz ✁GRAND OPENING Great Food • Great Shows • Great Price CLIP & SAVE Thurs. Nov. 11/04 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. $13.00 $10 until 8:30p.m. www.THE PLAYERS NETWORK.ca THIS SUNDAY Annandale Country Club On Church St. at Bayly St., Ajax NOV. 7, 8 PM 50 PLUS DANCE PARTY Where Life Begins at Fifty! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28 8P.M. EMBERS BANQUET CENTRE REGISTER FOR SPEED DATING NOW HOTLINE 416-410-6010 Ajax’s Fran Stecyk plays meddling matchmaker in ‘Hello, Dolly!’ By Al Rivett Staff Editor AJAX — An Ajax actress is positively giddy to be play- ing a famous lead role in an upcoming Durham Region musical theatre production. Fran Stecyk plays the title character of ‘Dolly’ in the Broadway classic ‘Hello, Dolly!’, opening Thursday, Nov. 11 at 8 p.m. for a two- week run at Oshawa Little Theatre (OLT). It’s an opportunity, says Stecyk, she couldn’t pass up, even though it was a case of out of the frying pan and into the fire, after an ex- hausting summer schedule. She directed and performed in productions for the ‘Backwoods Players’ the- atre troupe at the Pickering Mu seum Village through- out the summer. She also performed in two commer- cials during that time, one for Footlocker where she played a mom and another for AOL where she played a computer virus. Her hectic schedule, she admits, almost dissuaded her from auditioning for the coveted part of Dolly. Almost. But, Stecyk’s glad she relented as the part has proved challenging for the longtime actor who’s been involved in a number of local acting projects, includ- ing stints at Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre in Picker- ing, Class Act dinner theatre in Whitby and at Mystery Theatre in Raglan, where she remains active. “It’s kind of like terrifying and exciting all at the same time because it’s huge,” muses Stecyk of playing ‘Dolly’, a role she’s been re- hearsing since early Octo- ber. “It’s really fun and so nice to get a lead role. It’s probably the biggest role I’ve done in community theatre.” Set in the 1890s in New Yo rk City, ‘Hello, Dolly!’ is based on the Thornton Wilder book ‘The Match- maker’ and follows the main character, Dolly Gal- lagher Levi, who’s hired as a matchmaker to find a wife for ‘half millionaire’ Horace Vandergelder. But, Dolly later proves meddlesome after Vandergelder falls for Irene Malloy, a widow Dolly has chosen for him. Stecyk says the cast of the OLT production features eight lead roles and a cast of 40 others. “Everyone is fabulous. It’s a wonderful cast. The show should be very exciting,” she says. The lead role of Horace is played by Ron Hodgins of Pickering. Meanwhile, ‘Irene Malloy’ is played by Carol Laing of Whitby. The play’s directed by Michael Roantree. Playing ‘Dolly’, says Ste- cyk, is right up her alley, as it incorporates singing, dancing and acting, all of which has been part of her repertoire in community theatre over the years. The role also lends itself to her own personality in many ways. “I can totally associate with Dolly,” says Stecyk, with a sly laugh. “She’s so talkative.” OLT’s at 62 Russett Ave. (corner of Simcoe Street and Taunton Road). Other dates for ‘Hello, Dolly!’ are Thursday, Nov. 18, and 25; Friday, Nov. 12, 19, and 26, and Saturday, Nov. 13, 20, 27. There’s a Sunday mati- nee on Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. Curtain time for all other performances is 8 p.m. The final weekend for perfor- mances is Dec. 2, 3 and 4. Tickets, at $20 each, are available at the Oshawa Centre’s information booth. For more information, call OLT at 905-723-0282. The Incredible family, from left Dash, Violet, Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl are all superheroes pressed into action to save the world in the new animated movie ‘The Incredibles’. The following movies open in local theatres this weekend. The Incredibles Directed by: Brad Bird Starring: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson. Rated: PG Bob Parr, better known as ‘Mr. Incredible’ used to be the world’s greatest su- perhero. Now 15 years later, Bob has a wife, a former superhero herself, and they have adopted civilian iden- tities and retreated to the suburbs to live normal lives with their three children. However, Bob’s new bulg- ing waistline and insurance career life has him itch- ing to get back into action. Bob gets his chance when a mysterious communication summons him to a remote island for a top secret as- signment. Alfie Directed by: Charles Shyer Starring: Jude Law, Marisa To mei and Susan Saran- don Rated: R Jude Law stars in the re- make of the 1966 movie that starred Michael Caine, the ultimate Don Juan of the English country side. The only difference is that Law plays a Don Juan of New York. This womanizer learns the hard way about the con- sequences of playing the game of love and playing women. Also coming to theatres this week are ‘Fade to Black’ and ‘Callas Forever.’ Something Incredible in theatres FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com Good golly, she’s happy to be ‘Dolly’ Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser Fran Stecyk says she couldn’t pass up a chance to play the lead in ‘Hello Dolly’ for the Oshawa Little Theatre. The Ajax actress also performs in TV commercials, but loves community theatre. sportsdurhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at NEWS ADVERTISER A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com The Stakes are high at annual bonspiel Annandale mixed curling event still has room for more rinks By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The Annandale Curl- ing Club hosts its first bonspiel of the season next weekend, Nov. 12 and 13. The Annandale Stakes Mixed Cash Bonspiel so far has 24 teams slated to compete in the annual tradition and ice-breaker at the Ajax-based club. For years, the event has been full with a wait- ing list but, this year, more entries can be accommodated. Convened by Alex Bianchi, the bonspiel will offer a $500 first prize. Each team plays three eight-end games in a points format. ••• An Annandale-based rink will have two opportunities to curl at the zone level this season. In addition to playing at the junior women’s zones in Port Perry Nov. 20 to 22, the Lesley Pyne rink will also compete in the Ontario Curl- ing Association’s bantam girls’ zones in Sutton Jan. 15 to 17. With Pyne are Heather Bell, Leahanne Legrow and Stacey Hogan. Jenni- fer McGhee coaches the team. ••• Pickering resident and Olym- pian Richard Hart again shares the top of the World Curling Tour money list. Curling with skip Glenn How- ard, Hart has played third on his team for many years. The team qualified last weekend in the “I Love New York” Bonspiel in Utica, and increased their season to-date winnings to $33,651. Wayne Mid- daugh won the event and now sits second on the money list at $29,821. Fellow Olympian and former Pickering resident Collin Mitchell also curls on the Howard rink, but now lives in Whitby. Next weekend, the Howard and Middaugh rinks are entered in the BDO Curling Classic, the open- ing event of the 2004-05 PharmAs- sist Grand Slam of Curling, pre- sented by M&M Meat Shops. The $100,000 event is at the Glendale Golf and Country Club in Hamil- ton from Nov. 4 to 7. SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Tr ojans win wet one over Notre Dame Pickering High advances to Durham Region semifinals By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — For the longest while, it appeared neither the Pickering High School Trojans nor the Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars senior football teams would get their offence in gear in a do-or-die playoff game yesterday afternoon. Playing the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) West Division semifinal, aka ‘the Soaker Bowl,’ in the driving rain under the most adverse conditions possible, it was nearly impossible for either the top-ranked Trojans or the fourth-ranked Cougars to move the ball effectively. But, the undefeated Trojans got the break they needed, and they made the most of it, on the way to a 25-0 victory. The win enabled Pickering High to move on to the Durham semifi- nal contest next Tuesday at Picker- ing against an East Division oppo- nent. A scoreless first half seemed destined to continue into the third quarter, when the Trojans broke the logjam on a broken play that eventually led to the first touch- down. A bad snap on a Pickering punt should have went for a loss, but instead several missed tackles led to the Trojans gaining a first down on the Notre Dame 20-yard line. From there, running back Troy Seivwright-Adams eluded several Notre Dame tacklers on a cross- field run to the end zone. The touchdown opened the floodgates, literally and figurative- ly, for the Trojans who rolled up another third quarter major and added two more and a convert in the final quarter to keep their post- season hopes alive, while ending the Cougars’ season. With the wet and cold conditions being the great equalizer, Trojans’ coach John Martini says his team needed a little luck to finally sub- due the Cougars, a team they beat handily, 29-0, in their only meeting in the regular season. “We got a couple of breaks when we needed them,” says Martini. “We were fortunate to get that one break. That was the turning point. That was fantastic for us. That was a huge difference.” Notre Dame coach Brian Hughes wouldn’t use the cold and rainy weather as an excuse for his offence’s inability to execute. He noted the game completely hinged on that third-quarter play that led to the opening touchdown. “If we had made that play, it would have continued scoreless. The game turned around on that play,” says Hughes. Martini gave kudos to Notre Dame, especially the defence, for keeping the Trojans’ offence under wraps in the first half. “They came out to play, they gave us a great first half. Our of- fence could not do anything against them.” Later in the third quarter, a fum- ble by Notre Dame quarterback Chris Dahiroc deep in Cougars territory led to a short-yardage plunge by Rommel Reid, the first of his two touchdowns in the game -- the other coming early in the fourth. The final Trojans touchdown came late in the fourth quarter, with wide receiver Hassan Hazime reaching over the head of a Notre Dame defender to snag a 10-yard pass from Darren McCloy in the end zone. Mohammed Khawaja kicked the convert to end the scor- ing. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars’ Matt D’Sousa (21) and Dan Choong (16) attempt to fall on a loose ball during Durham Region senior football West Division semifinal action at Pickering High School on Thursday afternoon. The Trojans broke through in the second half after a scoreless first to post a 25-0 victory. Ground Thunderbirds Tuesday night PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers broke off a two-game losing string with a road victory over the Thornhill Thunderbirds on Tuesday night. The Panthers scored three con- secutive goals on the way to a 3-1 victory in OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League action at the Vaughan Sports Village. The win evened the season se- ries between the two clubs, with the Thunderbirds taking the first meeting 7-2 on Oct. 23. The Pickering juniors (11-7-1-2 for 25 points, fifth in South Con- ference) travelled to Stouffville on Thursday night to play the Spir- it. The result wasn’t available at press time. Newcomer Jeremy Whelan notched his fourth point (two goals, two assists) in three games since being sent down by the On- tario Hockey League’s Mississauga Ice Dogs for a conditioning stint. Rookies Mark Cornacchia and Aaron Zimner each had a goal and an assist to pace the Panthers’ attack. Other assists went to Chris Chappell with two, Andrew Dis- sanayake and Kyle Roulston. Last weekend, the Panthers were bitten by injuries and some bad luck in back-to-back losses to the Collingwood Blues (7-6) and to the Huntsville-Muskoka Otters (4-3 in overtime). On Sunday against the Colling- wood Blues at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex, the Panthers took an early 2-0 lead only to give it all back and then some as the Blues scored six unanswered goals to take a 6-2 lead after 40 minutes of play. The Panthers, however, showed some grit in coming all the way back to tie the contest at 6-6 with under two minutes to play. But it went for naught when Collin- gwood scored the winning goal with 42 seconds remaining. In Huntsville on Friday night, the Panthers held a 3-2 lead head- ing into the third period before the Otters scored the equalizer at the 5:04 mark. With only 48 sec- onds remaining in the five-minute overtime frame, Huntsville-Mus- koka’s Chuck McLennan scored the winner. Sunday’s loss also coincided with the loss of the Panthers’ top scorer, Derek Lynden, with a bro- ken hand. He’s expected to be out of the lineup for a minimum of four weeks. Defenceman John Soames also will be lost on a “week-to-week” basis with an undisclosed upper- body injury. The Panthers play tonight (Fri- day) at the Pickering Recreation Complex against the North York Rangers at 7:30 p.m. Pickering Panthers break off two-game losing string SUPERVISOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT The Town of Whitby, Durham’s Business Centre, a rapidly expanding and progressive community located approximately 50 km east of Toronto, is currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual for this challenging opportunity. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate from University or Community College in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Recreation, Sports Administration or Community Development, experience and training in community development, youth programming and development, special events planning and supervision; a working knowledge of recreation programming, volunteer development including, organization and personnel development; a working knowledge of WordPerfect, Word, Excel and Quattro Pro 9.0; ability to communicate orally, and in written form in a clear and concise manner; and, possess well-developed interpersonal and public relations skills. Experience and working knowledge of inclusion of persons with special needs into recreation programming is also required. Must have regular use of an automobile. POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to and under the direction of the Manager of Recreation, the Supervisor of Community Development is responsible for overseeing youth initiatives and the operations of the Community Connection Board structure and services they provide, including: liaison between the Town of Whitby, Community Connections and local School Boards; training, development and supervision of Community Connection volunteers and staff; responsible for working with Community interest groups to develop and maintain organizational and operational structure for the delivery of programs and services identified and needed in the community. The incumbent will be instrumental in the planning, implementation and coordinating of Town of Whitby youth programs, drop in centres and special events. This position is also responsible for working directly and giving leadership to the Whitby Youth Council. HOURS OF WORK Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., some evening meetings and weekend work required. INTENDED WORK LOCATION Whitby Municipal Building SALARY Subject to skills, ability and qualifications. To be considered for this challenging opportunity, please fax, mail or e-mail your confidential resume, no later than Friday, November 19, 2004 to: The Corporation of the Town of Whitby Corporate Services Department - Human Resource Services Division 575 Rossland Road East, Whitby, ON L1N 2M8 FAX :(905) 430-4340, E-MAIL: jobs@town.whitby.on.ca We thank all those persons who apply, but advise that acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited for an interview. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act. It’s all about Leadership. But no matter how they try to describe it, it’s somethin g that comes naturally to you – and something you enjoy. Which is exactly what we’re looking for at the Bay, Canada’s premier department store. We currently have the following exceptional career opportunity available at our Pickering Town Centre location in Pickering for the position of: SALES MANAGER – PICKERING As a key member of the Management team, you will possess skills necessary to develop a strong sales team, ensure quality customer service at all times, and meet as well as exceed department sales goals. We will rely on you to lead, inspire and leverage the sales team to achieve store business plans, execute department programs (promotions, marketing initiatives and special events) and coach associates to ensure success of departmental teams, including performance management monitoring. Yo u will demonstrate your strong leadership skills by example and take ownership of all aspects of your job responsibilities, while following loss prevention and health and safety guidelines. The ideal candidate will be a professional team player with strong organizational, analytical, time management and planning skills. Previous experience leading a team of 15-20 associates, as well as marketing and/or merchandising skills, is an asset. Proven leadership and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to accomplish multiple tasks daily. We offe r a pleasant working environment and competitive wages and benefi ts. Interested candidates should forward their resumes to: The Bay, Human Resources, 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON L7R 3N4. Fax: (905) 634-1604 or e-mail: josie.wall@hbc.com We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those under consideration will be contacted. OUTBOUND SALES Maximize your earning potential MYRON has an international presence as a leader in imprinted advertising and pro- motional material. Our Sales centre which is located in the Markham/ Finch area is seeking: Motivated LoYal Resourceful COmmitted DepeNdable individuals to contribute to the continued growth of our business. As a Myron Sales Consultant you will be making business-to-business outbound sales calls to New Prospects, Existing Customers and Customer Reactivation con- tacts. In addition to the above qualities, outbound or retail sales experience is an asset. You should be able to work in a fast paced environment and you must have excellent English verbal and written communication skills. On-line data entry and computer lit- eracy is mandatory. We offer the benefits of a base rate plus commissions with a guaranteed rate of $14/hr, no ceiling on commissions, ongoing sales incentives and bonuses, and we are accessible by TTC. Myron offers paid training, a benefits package, free parking and a fitness facility to its employees. Qualified candidates are encouraged to fax or e-mail your resume to: Human Resources Fax: (416) 291-8786 • E-mail: hrcda@myron.com Or access our Recruitment Hotline at 416-291-1834 ext. 599 Myron thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. The Leader in Personalized Business GiftsTM AZ Drivers Albion Hills Industries Ltd.a Whitby, Ontario based carrier is now hiring AZ Highway Drivers. Must have 1 year minimum U.S. Border Crossing experience and a clean abstract. We Offer •Late Model Equipment •Satellite Dispatch •Competitive Pay Package •Benefit Package •Weekly Pay - Direct Deposit •No NYC •Home Every Weekend For More Information Please call Bryan -- (905)665-6752 email: recruiting@albionhills.ca AZ PETROLEUM TANKER DRIVERS REQUIRED Must have 3 years AZ driving experience. Safety oriented individuals. Suitable inexperienced candidates to be fully trained. Full time year round position. Shift work & weekends involved. Same day trips only -- no overnight. The following information is required (no exceptions) for an application to be considered: Driver and CVOR abstract, & criminal record search less than 30 days old. Complete work his- tory to present with verifiable dates and contacts. Fax information to: Human Resources Dept. 905-420-8421 REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY B-Class Drivers For a private owned company Please fax to (905)743-9921 or e-mail jobs@phoenixquality.com No Phone Calls Please Top Pay for Top Producers Experienced plainclothes retail investigators wanted in the Oshawa, Pickering and Toronto areas. $14.75 per hour plus benefits. Must have own vehicle. Email:jobs@intelligarde.org Fax to:LP Manager 416-469-4255 in confidence. 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. DURHAM COLLEGE TRAINING COURSES - Are you looking to start a new career or upgrade your skills to advance your current occupation? Durham College has full time computer administration upgrading courses and project management courses. Funding through EI, OSAP, ODSP, WSIB, to qualified. For more info. call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca AZ DRIVER required for Durham area, must have gravel experi- ence. Call (905)983-6375. EMBASSY-1 looking for 20 AZ Drivers for local work. Clean ab- stract, clean CVOR. Also US Driv- ers required, long haul, home weekends, CDRP Fastpass an as- set, but not required. paid for drops, pickups. To start immedi- ately. GM experience an asset but will train. $16.50/hour, mileage 42/mile, Call Barb (905)426- 1901 ACTORS/MODELS - All ages shapes and sizes welcome (new- born to senior) The Model and Tal- ent Bureau will be holding auditions in Whitby Tuesday, November 9th by app't (519) 354-0003. fee of $34.50 refundable if you do not qualify. 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Call Tom (905) 435-0280 Christmas help req'd 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 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 05, 2004, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. Do You Love Movies? We Want YOU! Columbia House, the world's leading direct marketer of home entertainment products, is hiring Full-time Inbound Customer Sales and Service Representatives. Join our team for direct access to: ✓ Starting base hourly wage of $11.50 plus sales bonus ✓ Unlimited Earnings!Earn up to $3-$9 per hour in sales bonus ✓ Deeply Discounted Movies and Music available only to Employees ✓Exciting Contests and Prizes ✓Fun Working Environment ✓Paid Training Program ✓Growth Potential Candidates Must Possess: ✓Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills ✓Strong Work Ethic ✓Dedication and Dependability ✓Optimistic and Positive Attitude ✓Full-Time: 1:30pm-10pm Monday-Friday, Saturday 8am-5:30pm Please email your resume including Ref. Code: Dur40 recruitment@chcmail.com A & C Travel American Express We are currently looking to fill the following positions. 1 Bilingual (French)Consultant - Group Dept. 1 Corporate Consultant Requirements: •Proficient in Sabre •Solid working knowledge or Microsoft Office •Internet & Email Skills •Good organizational skills •Comfortable in a busy office •Minimum 3-5 years of experience Please forward your resume by fax to (905)432-1240 Or by e-mail to: lynda.henning@actravel.ca A&C Travel 42 Warren Ave., Oshawa, ON L1J 4G2 Independently owned and operated by A&C Travel EXTREMELY BUSY TORONTO BASED PRINCIPLE TV/FILM/ MODELING AGENCY IS CURRENTLY SEEKING: Teens, kids and adults 4 years and up for tv commercials, music videos, feature films, print work and fashion shows. We have no affiliation with a training school or any in house photographers. All applicants that are accepted will get training and registration fees covered and provided by max agency. Some recent projects our talent can be seen in: TV Commercials: McDonald's, Sears Music Videos: Boys 11 Men, Tragically Hip Print: Molson Canadian, Coca Cola Whitby: (905) 665-3199 BBB Member Toronto: (416) 482-5392 COOKS THE COURT AT PRINGLE CREEK, a gracious seniors retirement residence in Whitby is now accepting resumes for Experienced Cooks. Duties include: baking, cooking. portion control and the ability to follow menus/ recipes with good plate presentation and timely preparation. If you have these qualifications, please fax your resume by November 12th to: (905) 665-4838 Need extra money? Join our community & transport our children to school. Laidlaw Training provided. Great for retirees & stay at home parents. 1-800-263-7987 6775 Baldwin St. N. Whitby HIRING PRODUCTION POSITIONS Experience in woodworking, fiberglass, or CNC operation an asset, but will train the proper candidate. Excellent attendance and punctuality an absolute must. $12.00/hour to start. Please send resume to: Derek Cooney, Production Manager Artik/O.E.M. Fax:905-428-7066 dcooney@polrnet.com We're building a high performance, customer-driven team in our Whitby Store. Come join us in the most up to date and beautiful showroom in Canada. Looking for a career change or just returning to the work place? No experience necessary, complete sales training & product knowledge provided.You only need a great personality and attitude, enjoy meeting and interacting with all different kinds of people. We are Canada's largest home furnishings, appliance and electronics retailer. We are looking for: SALES CONSULTANTS for Furniture and A/V & Appliance departments:The Brick offers the most generous compensation structure in the industry. We need people with backgrounds in interior design, fashion or fine arts and some selling experience. We also require people with appliance and electronics backgrounds, who want to join our team. You will need great communication skills and high expectations. We will provide the training and the environment in which you can achieve your goals. We also require: CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES who are available to work days, evenings and weekends.The successful applicant will have the following skills: ~Creative problem solving ~Ability to work in a fast paced environment ~Excellent telephone manner ~Dynamic people skills ~Excellent written and verbal communication ~Self motivated and organized ~Team player ~Computer skills an asset Please apply in person on Wednesday November 10th between the hours of 11 am to 6 pm. 25 Consumers Dr.Whitby Herbal Magic is seeking professional compassionate career oriented individuals to provide weight management counselling in a clinic setting. Phone and sales experience are an asset. Full time applicants only. Call 905-432-6999 PICKERING MANUFACTURER REQUIRES ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLERS. Must have experience and must be able to use power tools. Some heavy lifting. Call Viola at 905-837-8550, ext 238. BABY SHACK*Kids Space, 149 Brock St. North, Whitby, www.babyshack.com. Full time position for MOTIVATED, ENER- GETIC Sales Associate. Qualified candidate should possess excel- lent communication, multi-tasking, organizational skills. Willing to work hard and learn all aspects of our business: sales, inventory, marketing, merchandising. Must be capable of working days, even- ings, weekends as required. Re- tail experience, knowledge of in- fant products an asset. Training provided. Apply in person with re- sume. CANVASSERS REQUIRED for window company. No exp. neces- sary, training available. Highest commission in industry. Also professional INSTALLERS need- ed. Fax resume to (905)571-3229 or call (905)571-3226 COURIERS REQUIRED Mon-Fri- day, Days. Earn $600-$1200 weekly. Deliveries throughout the GTA. Also Part-time Order Taker, experience preferred. Call (905)426-2700 CUSTOMER service oriented peo- ple with own vehicle required for early morning delivery of the Toronto Star newspaper. 7 days/week. Call (905)438-1170 between 10am.-3pm. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. DRIVING INSTRUCTOR required, Must have instructors license and own late model vehicle. Please call Mary at 905-436-9402. EXPERIENCED SNOWPLOW Drivers & Brokers, Bobcat, Front Loader Operators (DZ License an asset). ALSO SIDEWALK CREWS required for Durham Region & GTA. Must have own transporta- tion to office. Mechanical abilities required. Fax resume: 905-649- 1779 or email mary_gaudet@hot- mail.com Serious inquiries only. Accounting Clerk (Bookkeeper) Part Time (3 days) SourcePoint Business Group (Pickering) Accounting firm requires an individual who enjoys challenges and working to deadlines. Position responsibilities include primarily bookkeeping for multiple monthly clients processed in our office. Excellent computer skills and Quick Books experience essential. Please fax your resume and salary expectations to: 905-509-3528 RETAIL SALES REPRESENTATIVE Crane Plumbing Corporation has an opening in the Retail Sales Division for an energetic sales representative to call on Major Retail Box Stores. This position reports to the Regional Sales Manager and is based in the Toronto area covering the territory East of 400 to Kingston and North to Barrie. The desired background includes post secondary education in a related field and sales experience preferable. Plumbing industry knowledge is a plus, be a team player, and computer literate. •Base salary, yearly bonus and car expenses •Complete benefit program including extended health, dental and life insurance •Pension plan Please forward a resume outlining experience and qualifications before November 15, 2004 to: rs@craneplumbing.ca. or fax to: 519-271-1621 send to CRANE PLUMBING CORPORATION, P.O. Box 337, Stratford, On. N5A 6T3 We thank all respondents, but regret that only those applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. EXPERIENCED WAIT STAFF re- quired for busy Ajax Restaurant. Call Valerie at 905-426-1444 FRESH START We are looking for young (18+) preferred, energetic people who are looking for a great career opportunity to join our team. Our com- pany offers ad- vancement and travel opportunities to those who are willing to work hard and learn all aspects of our business. CSR / Inventory / Marketing, F/T positions only. $350+bonus/wk to start.Training Provided. To book an interview call Michelle @ 1-866-406-8326 FULL-TIME COOK,not suitable for students. Apply in person with resume to: Flying Fish & Chips, Thickson/Dundas, Whitby. No phone calls please HANDYMAN ASSISTANT,some experience in all forms of home renovation work required. Enthu- siasm, hardworking and own trans- port a must. Call (905)831-1812 HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/Pro- cessing Circulars- PC/Clerical Work Available. No Experience Needed! Free Information: www.homeworkersnetwork.com or send S.A.S.E.; QSEI, 111-336 Yonge St., Reference #7-107, Bar- rie,ON, L4N 4C8. (705)726-9070. LIVE-IN SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE required for Oshawa. Maintenance and management ex- perience required. Prefer middle- aged or retired applicants able to perform physical work. Fax re- sumes to 905-623-2257. Only qualified applicants will be contact- ed for an interview. A major Ontario Distributor of Industrial, Commercial and Residential plumbing, heat- ing and air conditioning equipment is current- ly seeking an experienced INSIDE SALES / COUNTER PERSON for our Ajax division. Heating and Plumbing knowledge is required. Interested individuals please forward resume to: Human Resources Fax: (613) 966-2026. Email: donna.thompson@bardonsupplies.com Thanks to all applicants, but advise only those selected for interview will be contacted. We are an Import dealership in the Durham Region seeking a hard working individual to help expand our New and Used Customer Portfolio. The position available is a for a Sales Representative who is also skilled in the Business Office Environment. OMVIC License preferred. WE OFFER: Salary plus commission and a monthly Bonus Plan. If you have the confidence to pursue new business rather than waiting for it to pursue you, please send a resume in confidence to: File # 137 Oshawa Whitby This Week 865 Farewell St. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5 AUTOMOBILE SALES Salesperson required with previous sales experience and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Earn $35,000 to $60,000 or more. Apply with resume and references to: Whitby Oshawa Honda 300 Thickson Road South, Whitby Email: sales@honda1.com or Fax: 905-666-4571 Personal Attendant Care Inc is looking for a Client Service Coordinator Come join our progressive organization. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate client services. This position monitors staff and client files. Your ability to multitask and organize your time will be an asset. Skills required; •Supervisory skills •Trouble shooting •Assessment skills •Employee scheduling •Client scheduling •Conflict resolution •Strong computer skills is a must •Multitask ability •Able to work independently and as part of a team •Flexibility Must possess a diploma or degree in a health related field Weekend work required. Benefits, pension and continuous education provided. Customer Service Representative This position is at the heart of the organization. Part time position in customer service department. Shifts are days, evenings and weekends. Skills required •Employee scheduling •Client scheduling •Conflict resolution •Strong Computer skills is a must •Trouble shooting •Strong customer services experience •Multi tasks ability •Able to work independently •Flexibility Fax Resumes to 905-576-8020, Email - edavie@pacdurham.ca MAGICUTS one of Canada's lead- ing chains requires a licensed As- sistant Manager for our Ajax salon. Also full/pt stylist for our Whitby Salon. We offer: Competitive sala- ry, opportunity for advancement, paid vacation, profit sharing, free training classes, contests/monthly prizes, benefits. Join a winning team. Call Cheryl (905) 723-7323. ORDER ADMINISTRATOR Em- powered Networks Inc. has an opening in its Pickering office for an Order Administrator for a one year contract period with opportu- nity for full time employment. Must have 3 years of order administra- tion experience, be a team player and have ability to work with mini- mal supervision. Excellent organ- izational, problem solving, multi- tasking and computer skills re- quired. Good health and command of the English language both writ- ten and spoken is essential. Fax resume to: 905-839-2681 Attn: Ad- ministration or e-mail to hr@em- powerednetworks.com PRIMERICA,A member of Citigroup, the largest financial services company in the world. Financial services is the number one industry career choice, offering unlimited earnings potential. You could be part of this on a full or part-time basis. As a representative of our company you will possess a winning attitude, be hard working and dedicated to helping our clients in all aspects of their financial wellbeing. We offer full training to licensing by the Province, experience not required. This is an exciting career with a dynamic company. Fax resumes to 905- 436-5876 or call Jill Roberts at 905-436-8499 ext 117. RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED for local small office. Pleasant tele- phone manner. Must have good communication skills. hours Mon- Fri 9am-3pm. Ideal for person with children in school. Please fax re- sume to 905-571-0152. RETAIL RECOVERY SPECIAL- ISTS, COLLECTORS REQUIRED. Experienced and entry level positions. Training provided. Assertive, motivated self-starters apply now. We offer a competitive salary and commission structure. Fax resume to 905-420-6833 attention H/R department or e-mail resume to rcigeneral@recovercorp.com SNOW PLOW brokers needed with recent model 4x4 pick- ups/plows. Guaranteed winter con- tract $6,000. South Pickering area. Call 416-569-4219 SNOW PLOWING BROKERS, DRIVERS EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABOURERS required immed. F/T, P/T. O/O Brokers w/4x4 Plow/Salter Tr ucks $75-$80/hr. Equip Operators $25-$30/hr. Walkway Labourers $17-25/hr. Guaranteed government contracts. Major North York/ Durham Hospitals & Schools. On-call 24 hours. Seasonal guarantee $6000-$20,000. Call 416-771-9134 or fax 905-427-3654 TEMPORARY POSITION avail- able in our warranty department to fill in for a maternity leave. Posi- tion could last up to 2 years. Du- ties to include: data entry of war- ranty claims, filing, record reten- tion, processing shipping notifica- tions and payments. Prior comput- er experience is required. Prior dealership experience would be an asset. Please fax resume to 905- 426-2771 or e-mail barbdoran@durhamtruck.com. No phone calls please! URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals part time and full time with cleaning experi- ence for great new opportunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $10 and up per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious inquires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. WANTED OWNER/OPERATOR's and AZ Company drivers to run mid west, south and New England states. We run all LTL paid per- centage. Call for more information 1-888-335-3187 Work from Home Mom's dream Nanny placement Coordinator Req’d Flexible p/t hrs. to start, organized motivated, HR & sales experience $$$ commission Resume to jobs@international nannies.com PROGRESSIVE SALON in Cour- tice, is seeking full time licensed hairstylist. Benefits, salary + com- mission.Timothy's 905-721-9810. ARCHITECTURAL MILWORK CO.seeks fully experienced Cabi- net Maker in the Durham Region area. Fax resume to (905) 433- 1463 BRICK LAYER looking for experienced labourer. Call (905)986-5602 after 7:00pm. DRILL PRESS OPERATOR,3 years experience, full-time, year round, wage negotiable, benefits available after 3 months. North Pickering area, respond by fax 905-683-3734 MOBILE CRANE operator needed. Fax resume with desired wage to 705-939-2474. SYSTEMS FURNITURE installa- tion firm requires reliable people with own tools, Full-time & contract. Must be reliable/hard- working. Pickering area. Fax resume 905-686-0979 or e-mail obriens@bellnet.ca WANTED: PAINTER/PREPPER also Frame Technician for busy collision shop. Hourly wage. Call (905)983-1118. A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 05, 2004 www.durhamregion.com CASH DAILY!$60 - $100/day. Julie (905) 571-3260 LOTS FOR SALE Fully treed 1 1/2 acre lots across the street from Lake Scugog, only minutes to town from $99,900. Also 2 acre lots starting at $155,000. in the Town of Port Perry with fabulous views of the lake and access to the lake in a prestigious development. Call (905) 424-3086 or e-mail to: rick@fourteenestates.com MORTGAGES 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Res/Comm. up to 100% Self employed - Credit problems Call Shane at Avanti Financial 1-866-839-4449 or 905-839-2929 www.avanti-financial.com $$$ WWW.MORTGAGEBID.CA $$ Apply on line www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353 Purchases, renewals or Refinance & Consolidate all debts. Res/Com. 1st & 2nd Mtges. Credit issues self employed, I will assess your needs. Prompt professional service 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y C r t ., A j a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w ww.a j ax a p a rtme nts .c om 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments starting at $700. ●Renovated suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Tenant free rent draw & rewards program ●Senior Discounts Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 WINDOW & DOOR Installers needed Must have 5 years experience, own truck & tools required. Call Melanie (905)720-1818 ADMINISTRATOR, Oshawa's IPC Investment Corp. Looking for li- censed mutual fund administrator, part time leading to full time. Call 905-571-4222. O'BRIEN - BALKA & ELRICK Busy civil litigation lawyer needs bright efficient assistant with mini- mum 5 years experience in civil liti- gation for maternity leave position (one year plus). Must be able to work in fast paced environment. Send resume to Vicky , 219 King ST. E. Oshawa, L1H 1C5 RAGLAN INDUSTRIES is cur- rently looking for a receptionist/ad- ministrative assistant. Must be fa- miliar with MS Word & MS Excel, as well as administrative writing skills. Apply at Raglan Industries Inc., 5151 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa REQUIRED immediately entry lev- el administrative assistant for fast paced insurance services compa- ny.Must possess some computer knowledge and excellent typing skills, french and/or medical back- ground an asset. Please fax re- sume 905-839-9406 ENTREPRENEURS and business owners. Make large money helping others get financially organized. Leaders, trainers and hard workers needed. Jim Kerr 905 242 0030. SALES, ADVANCED COMMIS- SIONS.Work from home, F/T P/T. A needed service, no competition, established NYSE Company. Dia- na Thompson 416-244-5858. SALESPERSON NEEDED in jew- ellery store. Full/part time, excel- lent wages/bonuses, start immedi- ately. Experience preferred. Drop off resume at Bellagio Jewellers - Oshawa Centre or fax attention to Antonio (905) 432-8171 or (905) 665-9194 A.B.A. THERAPIST needed for mildly autistic child in Oshawa area. Tues, Thurs. & every other Friday dayshift. Call (905)432- 9299. FULL TIME DENTAL Receptionist/Dental Assistant 35hr+, position avail. Nov.19 for well motivated reliable employee. in Oshawa, King St. West. Send resume by fax: 905-619-9792 . MEDICAL SECRETARY,full- time position. Excellent personal presentation, telephone manner, good organizational and commu- nication skills. Dicta typing an as- set. Great opportunity for recent graduates. Starting time nego- tiable. Fax resume: 905-665- 9711 or by hand at 604 Garden Street, Whitby. PSYCHOLOGY ASSISTANT - P.T.Whitby, computer, Phone, people skills. Fax resume 1-905- 349-3319. 9-5 M-F.No phone calls. EXPERIENCED COOKS required south Ajax location, weekends & days, full & part time, apply in per- son at Scrambles, 527 Westney Rd. S. or phone 905-428-0903 EARN STEADY MONEY part- time. We require vocal, keyboard, drum, guitar and bass teachers. Must read music, and play by ear. Call (905)579-6601 2-STOREY,COURTICE, across from park. 2186sq ft., 4-bdrms, 3 bathrooms, c/a, c/v, oak cabinets, deck, large fenced yard, $289,900. (905)433-1713 DETACHED 3-bedroom, double garage, 2-1/2 baths, spacious kitchen, family room (hardwood), 10+, $269,900. Raj Monga. Sutton Group Regal Realty (416)291- 0929 FIRST TIME BUYERS $166,800. Totally renovated, new flooring, bathroom, windows, gas furnace, finished basement with 2pc. bath, 4 appliances, Mary/Adelaide Oshawa area. Move in for Christ- mas. Days 905-728-9380; Eve. 905-728-4353. LINDSAY AREA - 3 bedroom brick bungalow, fireplace, c/air, 1 1/2 baths, attached garage, new roof, Hwy. 35 near hospital. $210,000. (705)359-1195 BASEMENT APT.-Large, super nice, 2 bedrooms, sep. dining, kitchen, living, library, large bath- room, private entrance, $1200. Ajax. 416-207-3319; 905-686- 0205. 1000-SQ-FT IND/COMM UNIT in downtown Oshawa. Suitable for contractor/workshop. $1,000/mo inclusive (905)571-5138 1800 SQ. FT.industrial/commer- cial space. Available immediately. $1100 monthly. 905-576-0498 or 905-725-9503. INDUSTRIAL UNIT, near Oshawa Centre, bay with roll-up door & side entrance. ample parking, good for machining, tool & die, auto repair, detailing. All inclusive, very reasonable. Month-to-month lease accepted. Low budget stor- age units avail. (905)576-2982 AJAX PLAZA - Retail space 1000sq ft, Office space 1360sq ft. Available immediately. Next to 401. Low rates, good parking. Call Mr. Harari (416)630-0111. ReMax Realtron Realty. TAKE OVER LEASE - Located in Port Perry, 4 room, reception, kitchenette and washroom. Ideal for real estate, insurance, financial, health. Buy leaseholds for only $4,000 and current rent is under $1,000/month. Call Debby 905- 424-0965. WHITBY COMMERCIAL $355,000.5 bedroom house on 7x 200 lot great for professionals, lawyers, accountants mortgage real estate offices, non-profit org., etc. Great investment call Lynn at 905-576-6627 PICKERING VILLAGE, busiest corner, Hwy#2/Church St. 1400sq.ft. plus basement. All us- es. 601 Kingston Rd. W. Avail- able January 1st, 2005. (905)683- 5865. $$$ Mortgage Money $$$for any reason. 1st, 2nds to 100% oac. Arrears, consolidations, power of sale, previous bankrupts, self- employed, commission sales. All applications processed. Call AMS at 905-436-9292 or toll free 877- 509-LOAN (8626). online applica- tion: www.accuratemortgages.com 100 FAMILIES WANTED - to become debt free. Must have mortgage and debts. Debt Freedom Canada Inc. To Register call: 1-800-590-7203 ext. 2062. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 APPLY ON LINE - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAGES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Den- nis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consoli- date your debts. Lowest rates pos- sible for residential or commer- cial.Credit issues, self employed, i will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgments, garnishments, mort- gage foreclosures & harassing creditor calls. GET: debt Consoli- dations, & protection for your as- sets. Call now: (905)576-3505 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 (2)-One bedrooms, $675/inclu- sive; Also bachelor $650/inclusive and 2-bedroom $675 plus hydro. Avail. immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 & 2-BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Dec. & Jan. 1st. 2-locations 350 Malaga, 946 Masson St. $695/$795 month, all inclusive. 905-576-6724, 905-242-4478. 1 BEDROOM apartment fully fur- nished, in Oshawa. Utilities includ- ed. $700/month. Available No- vember 1st. (416)845-4369 1 BEDROOM FURNISHED base- ment. Immediate. Bloor/Harmony. Clean, quiet, parking, side en- trance. Working adult preferred. First/last. $750/mth. Utilities includ- ed. 905-720-2927 1 BEDROOM LUXURY APT.new- ly renovated, clean, spacious. New paint, floors and counters. Above retail, Oshawa. $800/mo/util. in- cluded. No pets/smoking. Avail- able immediately. (905)438-0232 1-BDRM BASEMENT APT.sep ent, 4-pc bath, full size kitchen, parking. No smoking/pets. $650 in- clusive. Avail immediately or Nov. 15, for quiet working person. 905- 721-9789, 905-922-4751 1-BDRM walkout bsmt, Oshawa, Bloor/Grandview. On bus route, close to shopping. Quiet neigh- bourhood. No smoking/pets. Sin- gle professional preferred. $700/mo inclusive. First/last. Avail. immediately/Dec. 1st (905)432- 0937, (905)767-4140 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, Rossland/Cochrane. Newly renovated, extremely clean. Quiet court, private entrance, A/C, appli- ances, laundry. First/last, no pets/smoking, $775 inclusive. Available immediately. 905-665- 3314. 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment. Living room, kitchen, full bath. $580 plus hydro. First/last re- quired. Available immediately. No pets. Call (905)576-6014. 1-BEDROOM SELF-CONTAINED legal basement apartment, separ- ate entrance, parking, available Dec. 1st. $700/month. First/last. Ritson/Taunton, no smoking. Call (905)571-0080 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. 12th month free! Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BDRMS + DEN;Inc. 2 Pkg. spots, laundry facilities. Great Ajax location. Large yard with deck. Available Jan. 1. $995/mo. inclu- sive. Call Wendy @ 416-818-9255. 2 BED. BASEMENT APT.PICK- ERING. Dec. 1/04. All inclusive $800/mo. First/last. Quiet neigh- bourhood, no pets/smoking. No late night parties. (905)839-2137 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT avail- able, Dec. lst. all inclusive. plus parking. $800. 80 Williams St. W. near DT Oshawa. Call 1-866-327- 7485 2 BEDROOM APT.Adelaide/Sim- coe Oshawa. Parking, laundry, near downtown/hospital/bus route. $850+hydro/first/last/references.. Available Jan. 1st. No dogs. 905- 767-3499. 2 BEDROOM country apartment on Golf Course, North Pickering. $825/inclusive Available Decem- ber 1st. Call 905-649-2436. 2-BDRM APTS,renovated, large & bright rooms, hardwood floors. walking distance to malls, near 401 exit, well maintained, quiet Oshawa neighbourhood, applianc- es, lots of extras, from $845/month. No dogs please. Im- mediate. 905-665-0945. 2-BDRM large basement apt. North Ajax. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, includes utilities. $900/mth. First/last. References. No pets/smoking. Available imme- diately. Call 416-602-7511. 2-BDRM. SIMCOE NORTH- On Russett Ave. Good location, bright well maintained quiet 12plex. Nice neighbourhood, near shopping, bus.Utilities, heating, cable, park- ing included, Laundry facilities. $870/month. No dogs. (905)576- 2982. 2-BEDROOM $205 weekly. Clean, quiet, utilities, parking, appliances, Available November 5th or later. Simcoe/Mill. Call (905)579-5927 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $845/month inclusive, Dec/Jan 1st. Immaculate newer building in de- cent Oshawa neighbourhood, Pre- fer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-8929 or 905-439-8893. 2-BEDROOM CONDO, north Oshawa, adult lifestyle building, balcony, parking, no pets, $900/in- clusive/first/last. Call (905)576- 9932. 2-BEDROOM basement, sauna, Jacuzzi, separate entrance, $1000/month all inclusive, first/last. Available November 1st. No smok- ing/pets. Near all amenities. Call 905-686-5782. 2-BEDROOM extra large in quiet building, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry, Available Dec. 1 905-668-7758 2-BEDROOM, PICKERING,sep- arate entrance, laundry. Close to shopping, no smoking/pets. First/last, all inclusive $700. Avail- able immediately. (905)619-9634 3 BEDROOM MAIN FLOOR, laundry, parking, clean, nice area. Available Dec. 1st. $1100/mo/first/last. No pets. Wil- son/Dean Oshawa. Luke anytime (905)449-5871 3-bedroom, hardwood floors, main floor of house, near O.C. Creek runs behind backyard, 1-car park- ing, laundry. $1000/mo + 1/2 util- ities, avail Jan 1. 2-bdrm avail now. Call after 5pm (905)706-5779 534 Mary St. Whitby.Bachelors, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms. Clean quiet low-rise building. Park-like setting, balconies, on-site laundry, close to downtown. Bus at front door.(905)666-2450. www.realstar.ca A1,spacious 2-bedroom base- ment apartment in Whitby, wet bar, 4 pc. bath, sep. entrance, own laundry, avail. Nov15/Dec 1. $975 inclusive. (905)665-1903. AJAX - ONE BEDROOM, base- ment apartment, separate en- trance, $700 per mo. cable, all in- clusive. Close to 401, school and bus.Available immediately. (905) 619-2612. AJAX 1 or 2-BEDROOM,$725 & $775 incl. Westney/Ritchie area. Close to school, park, GO station. No pets. First/last, references. Available middle November (905)686-2993. AJAX CHURCH/HWY.2-bdrm $950 includes utilities, plus park- ing. Available Nov/Dec, in clean, quiet bldg. 905-426-1161 AJAX legal 2-bedroom basement apt, appliances, parking, own en- trance, near shopping/schools, No pets/smoking. $850/mo + 40% util- ities. January 1. first/last. (905)420-1037 lve msg. AJAX NORTH, bright clean 2-bed- room basement apt., 1 parking, own entrance, near all amenities. Available immediately. $950 inclu- sive, first/last. (416)471-4676 AJAX Salem/Chambers. 1-bed- room basement apt, sep entrance. Near all amenities & 401. $725-in- clusive. Available Dec 1. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. 905-720-3024 or evenings (905)683-7892 AJAX,new beautiful large, bright, 1-bedroom apartment in executive home. 5-appliances, High speed internet, satellite, patio. No smok- ing/pets. $750+. Call (905)427- 9591. AJAX, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., washer/dryer, bus stop, park- ing, no smoking/pets. $700/month. First/last. Call (905)428-1205 AJAX,great location. Spacious, luxurious 2-bedroom plus den basement apartment. Separate entrance, 2-parking, no smok- ing/pets. Available December 1st. $950. Credit check. Call (905)426-7116. AJAX,HARWOOD/CLOVER- RIDGE,Luxurious 1-bdrm + den. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, newly renovated, 5 appliances, professionally decorated. A must see. $850/incl. Avail. now. Call 416-657-2079. www.upscaleren- tals.ca AJAX,ONE BDRM bsmt, newly decorated, separate entrance, parking, f/p, air, avail. immediately. $850/mo inclusive w/cable. First/security. No large pets. (905)686-4755. AJAX- 3-bdrm main floor $1100 + 1/2 utilities, avail Dec. 1st; 2-bdrm basement apt. $750/mo + 1/2 util- ities, avail immediately. Both large, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shopping. Call Rich- ard, Days 416-865-7864 even- ings/weekends 905-686-9662. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, close to shopping, GO. Pool, sauna. 2 and 3-bdrms $979/ $1079, avail- able Nov/Dec 1st. (905)683-8571 or 905-683-5322 ATTRACTIVE renovated 2-bed- room apt Simcoe/Mill, $835/mo. inclusive. Laundry, balcony, parking, appliances included. Available immediately. 905-728- 3449, 1-800-486-9826, WHITBY Victoria/Brock St. 2-bedroom $835 inclusive laundry, parking. 1-800- 486-9826. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - Unique one bed. apt. newly reno- vated, $750/mo. all inclusive. Si- moce, /north of Bloor area. Private entrance, deck. Lisa (905)721- 1342 BACHELOR apartment in Oshawa. Utilities included. $450/month Available December 1st. (416)845-4369. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY East Oshawa 2-bedroom apt., lower level semi, parking, laundry, util- ities, cable, bright clean, spacious, $800/month inclusive. First/last, references. Call Carolyn/Mark (905)723-8610 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 AVAILABLE NOW - Ajax - 2 bed- room, Pickering Village. Laundry, laminate floors, parking. Oshawa - Beautiful large 2 bedroom in a clean low-rise, freshly painted. Parking, laundry. Call (905) 922- 0252 or (905) 686-0470 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOND/SIMCOE,Spacious 1 bed- room apartment, $660+hydro. Available immediately. Applianc- es, laundry fac. on-site and park- ing. Call 905-434-7931. BOWMANVILLE - 1 bedroom + study in raised basement near 401. Parking, separate entrance, laundry, non-smoker/no pets. $725/mo. all inclusive. Available Dec. 1st. Call 905-697-7956 leave message. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BRIGHT SPACIOUS 2-bedroom basement. Pickering, Whites/Sheppard. Sep. entrance & walkout, parking, appliances, laun- dry. Includes utilities, $1100/month, first/last. Referenc- es. Non-smoker preferred. No dogs. Immediately. (905)839-2367 BROCK/DELLBROOK,2 bed- room walkout basement apt., in- cludes parking, utilities, air, separ- ate laundry. Available Dec./Jan. 1st. $900., parking. 905-686-1672. CHURCH/Hwy 2.Immaculate 3 bedrooms apartments. Close to schools / shopping/GO. 416-444- 7391, Ext. 241 CLEAN 1-BDRM $720/month, 2- bdrm $790/month, newly decorat- ed. Utilities included. Simcoe and Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for an appointment. (905)579- 9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE - Large, bright 2- bdrm, lower level of house, Town- line/Bloor area. Close to amen- ities/schools/park. $800/mo, appli- ances/utilities included. First/last. Available Dec 1. 905-404-8548, cell 905-431-5958. EXCEPTIONAL APT.Private gar- den, skylight, Murphy bed, f/p, parking, $800/mo inclusive. Suits one person. For appt. leave mes- sage 905-434-7012. HAMPTON,newly constructed 2 bedroom basement apt, large win- dows, sep. entrance., backyard, quiet street, includes 4 appliances, no smoking/pets. avail. Dec./Jan.1, $775 + 1/2 hydro, 905-263-2389. HARMONY/401,large, newly ren- ovated 1 bedroom basement apartment. Parking, cable, laun- dry. Suits adults. $750/month, first/last, available immediately. No smoking/pets. (905)576-8946 HARWOOD/CLEMENTS - upper level 2 storey house, 3 bedrooms, $l,l50 plus 2/3 utilities. Basement apt. $550 plus 1/3 utilities. Dec. lst. 416-457-1100, (905)619-2492 LARGE 1-BDRM bsmt. in Whitby. Own entrance, gas f/p, parking, $725/mo inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. Dec. 1st. First/last. (905)430-7340 LARGE 2-BDRM APT. in 6-plex Available immediately. Fridge, stove, laundry facilities. Parking in- cluded. Close to Oshawa Centre. $800/month plus hydro. First/last. No pets. Call 905-431-7762. LARGE 3 BEDROOM,1160 Sim- coe St. S., Oshawa. Available Dec. lst. $950 per mo. Heat and hydro extra. Call 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Week- days. (905) 725-9991. NEW MANAGEMENT PROMOTION 1 Month FREE rent. Harwood/Bayly 1, 2 & 3-bedrooms, from $865/month. Renovated units. Call 310-7000 NEW ONE or two bedroom base- ment apartment, appliances, sep- arate entrance, no pets/smoking, available November 15th, lst/last, close to shopping and schools. Te lephone (905) 426-9682. NEWLY RENOVATED 3-bedroom apt, Available ASAP. 1-bedroom apt. with office available Jan.1st. Free utilities, parking, laundry. Excellent Oshawa neighbourhood. 416-414-6716 NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, November lst./December lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facil- ities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA - 2-bedroom. Available immediately. $750/mo. available Includes fridge, stove, utilities & parking. Call 905-579- 9777. OLDE WHITBY - 2 bedroom in house, separate entrance, private fenced yard, parking, laundry, great area. Suit professional couple. No pets/no smoking. Dec. lst. $895 inclusive. Exceptional 3 bedroom bungalow, fantastic area, renovated kitchen and bathroom. Hardwood floors, ceramics, laun- dry, parking, large, private back- yard. No smoking/pets. Referenc- es. Jan. lst. $1,195 plus 1/2 util- ities. (905) 985-3355. OSHAWA (NE)- Bachelor base- ment apt. Separate walkout en- trance onto ravine, quiet neigh- bourhood, Parking, fireplace, No smoking/pets. All inclusive $625/mo. Avail. Dec. 1st. 905-743- 0248. OSHAWA - (Bond E/Central Park) available immediately, one bed- room basement apt. $500/mo. all inclusive. One-parking, laundry available. Sep. entrance, applianc- es. (705)522-8990 OSHAWA - 2 bedroom recently renovated with loft in duplex, sep. entrance, parking, available Dec. 1st, $750+hydro/first/last. No pets. (905)720-3325 OSHAWA - NEW ONE bedroom basement apt. Single working per- son preferred. No smoking/pets. Sep. entrance, parking. First/last. $650/all inclusive. Avail. Nov. 15 or Dec. 1st. (905)432-9644 OSHAWA 1-bedroom basement, separate entrance, near amenities, bus,401, shopping, GM, No pets. $650/inclusive. parking. lst/last, available Dec. lst. Call 416-264- 7990. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558- 2622 . OSHAWA bright, clean, newly ren- ovated 2-bedroom apt in triplex. New appliances & carpet. No pets/smokers. $795/mo. avail.. 905-576-0294. OSHAWA CENTRAL,spotless 2- bdrm, h/w floors, small well main- tained bldg., adult lifestyle, no pets, laundry, 1-parking, $795+hy- dro. Avail. Dec. lst. 416-816-8596 OSHAWA KING/RITSON Newly renovated 1-bedroom basement apt, close to downtown Laundry and parking. Avail. Dec.1 $700 incl. (416)951-2236. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 2 & 3-bedrooms available. Well maintained build- ing. Near all amenities. From only $825/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA,1-BDRM main floor apt. $600 + hydro (gas), close to amenities, avail. Dec. 1st. Separ- ate entrance, parking. No dogs. Call (416)265-6226. OSHAWA,large 1-bdrm, upper level, $695/mo, parking. 1-bdrm basement, $495/month, no park- ing. Both clean, quiet, nicely deco- rated, separate entrance, laundry. All inclusive, avail. immediately, no smoking/pets. First/last/ref. 416-473-9512. OSHAWA,nice area, 1-bedroom basement, parking, private en- trance, no pets/smoking. $650 all inclusive. Available immediately. Call 905-259-1132. OSHAWA,Park/Bloor, 12-unit bldg. Large 2-bdrm w/balcony. Avail. Dec. 1st. 1-free parking, coin laundry, utilities incl. $850/mo. No dogs. Senior discount avail. Call Bob (905)924-6075 OSHAWA,spacious 1-bedroom basement. Newly renovated, sep- arate entrance, 1-parking, digital cable, internet, shared laundry. $775/month inclusive, first/last. No smoking/pets (905)260-1116. OSHAWA,Spacious sparkling 1- bdrm, main floor of quiet house, avail. immediately. $690/mo inclu- sive, also 1-bedroom basement apt. Parking, private entrance. First/last. (416)284-7502. PICKERING -clean & bright, new- ly renovated, 2 bdrm. bsmt. apt., hydro, cable, parking incl. No smoking/pets, Avail. immediately. Call (905)831-6120. PICKERING - Liverpool/Hwy. 2 , Don't miss this! Newly finished ex- tra large walkout basement apt. Bright, spacious, sep. entrance, laundry, cable, hi-speed internet, a/c, all utilities incl. + more. $795. Available Dec. 1st. Call 416-806- 3452. PICKERING 1-bedroom basement apt, parking/laundry/utilities, no smoking/pets, suits single person, $650/mon, first & last, 905-420- 8160 PICKERING Large & bright 1 bdrm bsmt apt $800/mo., inclusive. Avail. Dec.1 (905)686-5856 416-936-6238 PICKERING VILLAGE - 1-bdrm. basement apt. Spacious living room, includes utilities, cable, parking. Separate entrance, non- smoker, no pets. Suits single per- son. First/last. $700/mo. Avail. im- mediately. 905-427-0476. PICKERING,Bayly/Liverpool,2- bedroom basement with fireplace, air conditioning, separate en- trance, all hardwood floors. $800 plus utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Dec 1st. 416-371-3492. PICKERING,large, lovely, like new one-bedroom basement apt, A must see. No smoking/pets. 4-appliances, 4pc bath, near bus/GO/shopping, $750 inclusive, (905)420-0069. PICKERING,1 bedroom plus den, large basement walkout, upscale neighbourhood, 5 appliances, gas fireplace. No smoking/pets, avail- able Dec. 1st. (905)509-8387 PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM base- ment apt., across from Go train, all appliances, no pets, no smoking in or out. Adults preferred. Available immediately. $750/month, first/last. (905)831-1836 leave message. PICKERING,Altona/Sheppard, newer 2-bdrm bsmt., separate en- trance, 2-parking, laundry, no smoking/pets, $850 + 1/2 hydro. Avail. Dec. 1st. (905)509-7353. PICKERING,Brock/Hwy #2 bright 1 bedroom basement apt., share laundry, no smoking. Available im- mediately. First/last. Call (905)427-9643 PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly. Large, newly renovated, legal 2 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, shared laun- dry, parking, no smoking/pets. Available immediately. $900/inclu- sive. (905)420-0043 PICKERING,luxury 1-bedroom basement apartment. 9' ceilings, walk-out, private entrance, new ar- ea. Ideal for single professional. Laundry, parking, cable. No pets/smoking. (905)837-3165. PRIME WHITBY 2-bedroom near 401, schools, amenities. Spacious, yard, parking, coin laundry. Pet/smoke free. November 28th. $950 + hydro. (905)986-0670. QUIET TENANTS WANTED for large north Oshawa 2 bdrm. lower unit apt. Private entrance. Suitable for single or couple. No smoking or pets. $850/mo. First./last, all inclu- sive. Avail. Dec. 1. 905-576-5909. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. ROSEBANK/STROUDS,new 1- bedroom apt., no smoking/pets. Separate entrance, parking, $750 inclusive. Available immediately. Call (905)831-2296 SIMCOE ST. N.1- one bedroom, 3 - two bedroom units, Oshawa, air, 5 appliances, Luxury apart- ments, 1 bed $1280. plus parking, 2 bedrooms $l,460. plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available . Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult occu- pied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM apts for rent. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. Avail. immediately. No pets. Please call (905) 579-2387 after 5 p.m. WHITBY - 2 bed. basement apt. Above-ground livingroom, wood fireplace, laundry fac., appliances, sep. entrance, near schools, shopping, 401. Available immedi- ately. $875+50% utilities. Call 905- 706-8171. WHITBY - one bedroom, parking, no pets/smoking, quiet small build- ing, $795 plus hydro. November 1st. (416)293-0578 WHITBY 1-BEDROOM clean basement apt., private entrance, Thickson/Dundas. Near 401/ amenities. Parking, laundry, appli- ances. November 15th. $750/inclu- sive. Non-smoking/pets. Trevor 905-626-9248 WHITBY 2 bedroom apartment, laundry, separate entrance, bright and clean no smoking/pets, refer- ences needed. Available Dec. lst. $840 inclusive. (905) 665-5284 WHITBY BROCK/HWY 2.big bsmt apt. 1-bdrm+den, own en- trance, parking, laundry, a/c, cable. Near amenities. No pets. Smoking outside. $800-inclusive. Immed. (905)668-2362 WHITBY- Dundas and Brock. Main floor of triplex - 2 bedrooms, fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. Nov. $950/month inclusive. (905)983-9082. WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom suites. Low rise building, park like setting, balcony or patio. Close to down- town. In-suite storage. All util. incl. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY,3 bedroom upper level, garage. $1050. Also 3 bedroom basement, $850. Both plus hydro, 1/2 heat, available immediately, first/last. Together or separate. (705)932-7519. WHITES Rd./401, room in a spa- cious basement, available imme- diately, $450. No pets/smoking. First/last & references required. Call (416)261-5975. WHITBY,Anderson/Dryden new bachelor basement, furnished, $650 includes heat, water, laundry. First/last, references required. No smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. Professional female pre- ferred. 905-242-1304 2 BEDROOM condo, Ajax, Westney/#2, $l,250 per mo. Avail- able immediately. lst/last, Call (905) 626-4026. AJAX,great condo by lake, 2brm, 2bth, w/balc, f/p, parking, pool, close to GO/Hwy. Avail. Dec1 $1250 no smoking/pets. 905-839- 9818. PICKERING"CONDO", Lrg.3- bdrm, Master Ensuite, Eat-in- Kitchen, 5 Appl., Laundry,En- closed Balcony,lrg.Storage, Walk to Mall, Go Rec-Centre, Dec.1st /4th,$1,195 Ken,Cell Phone,416- 573-2767 2 BED. BASEMENT APT.Laun- dry, parking, own entrance. Town- line/King, Oshawa. Available im- mediately. $800/mo. inclusive. No smoking/dogs. Also top half of house, 3 bedrooms, garage, laun- dry, hardwood floors, non-smok- er/no-dogs $1100/mo/inclusive. (905)430-4649 2 BEDROOM,excellent neigh- bourhood. Extra clean, backing onto Athabasca ravine, Oshawa.. Appliances including laundry. No smoking/pets. $1295/inclusive. 905-424-1125. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, with gar- age and yard, close to downtown Oshawa. Large yard, $1200+util- ities. Call Mary 905-432-3586. 3 BEDROOM SEMI $1100 plus utilities. Desirable area, Oshawa. A/C, non-smoking, no pets, first/last, references, Dec.1st. 905- 436-5304. 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW, North-west Oshawa, $1200/month plus utilities. Close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. Call (905)721- 1361 4 BEDROOM Liverpool/Bayly, backsplit, garage, applianes in- cluded. Close to school/shoping. $1,250 plus utilities. lst/last. Avail- able immediately or Dec./Jan. Telephone (905)831-8259. ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000 plus family income and good credit. Short of down pay- ment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re Max Spirit (905) 728- 1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX - 2 bedroom detached house, immaculate, hardwood floors, 4 appliances, huge fenced backyard, close to all amenities. Available Dec. 16. $1,100/mo.+util- ities. (905)723-8227 AJAX,Westney/Rossland. Clean, well-kept, 3-bdrms, 5 appliances, new window's/floors, fireplace, bsmt, garage, 2-car parking, cac, cvac, no smoking/pets. Dec. 1st, $1300/mo+util. Call 905-427-7852 ASHBURN (NORTH WHITBY).2 bedroom renovated trailer home on farm. $850 plus propane and hydro. References. (905) 655- 7036. BOWMANVILLE,3-bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, 2-storey detached house. A/C and gas fireplace. Walk-out to garage. Available De- cember 1st. $1300+ utilities, first/last. 416-919-4618. COURTICE 3+1 Bedroom home with main floor family room. Eat-in kitchen, 11x33-ft garage. $1350/mo+utilities.. Avail. Jan 1. First/last. Call (905)623-0854 EAST OSHAWA - freshly painted 3-bdrm main floor of bungalow, ap- pliances, laundry facilities, in ground pool, c/a, close to 401, buses, schools. lst/lst, parking, credit check. $1075 plus 1/2 util- ities. No dogs/smoking. Immedi- ately. (905) 576-7677 Major Oaks/Brock 2-storey de- tached, 3-bdrm, 3-bathrms, A/C, 6 new appl, pool/deck. Near GO/schools/shopping. No smok- ing/pets. first/last/references. $1400+utilities. Dec 1. (905)655- 1319, 416-270-3452 NEWLY renovated north Oshawa house. (Simcoe & Taunton), 3 large bedrooms, close to schools & amenities. December/January, $1400+utilities. call (905)404-2161 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 05, 2004, PAGE 37 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the estate of Dorothy Olive Brennan, Deceased All persons having claims against the Es- tate of Dorothy Olive Brennan, late of the Town of Ajax, in the Regional Municipal- ity of Durham, who died on or about the 5th day of October, 2004, are herby noti- fied to send particulars of same to the un- dersigned on or before December 15, 2004, after which date the Estate will be distributed, with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice, and the undersigned will not be liable to any person of whose claim they shall not then have notice. DATED at Oshawa, this 27th day of October, 2004. Beverly Larocque, Estate Trustee of the Estate of Dorothy Olive Brennan, by her solicitor William A. D. Clark, CAW LEGAL SERVICES PLAN, Suite 603, Executive Tower, Oshawa Shopping Centre, Oshawa, Ontario. LlJ 2K5 INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD -safe home envionment -programming - personal attention -receipts - full or part-time -caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections -Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 NORTH OSHAWA - Immaculate 2-storey, 3 bedroom house, Fin- ished basement, garage/work- shop, quiet court, close to all amenities. 1st/last. $1050+utilities. 905-985-0393. NORTH WHITBY - Towns/De- tached from $1100-$1600 both 3- bedrooms, excellent location, walk to malls, schools. No pets, avail. immediately. 905-424-8428. Sut- ton Group Admiral. OSHAWA BLVD/HILLCROFT ar- ea. 3 bedroom, 2 baths, new paint/carpet, 4 appliances, first/last/references, $1150+util- ities. Available Nov. 15th. (905)579-6439 OSHAWA UPPER LEVEL 2 sto- rey, 3 bedroom appx. 1300 sq. ft. walkout to balcony, parking, avail- able immediately $1075. (905) 999-9115 OSHAWA,newly renovated 3- bdrms, Celina Street, 2 bathrooms, bsmt has 2 playrooms, large win- dows. $1100/mo+ utilities. (905)424-3450 PICKERING WHITES/FINCH -4 bedroom executive, upper level, shows like a model, private back- yard, 5 appliances, professionally decorated. A must see. $1,400 plus utilities. Avail. now. 416-657- 2079. www.upscalerentals.ca PICKERING WHITES/Oklahoma - 4-bdrm executive, upper level, shows like a model, private back- yard, 5 appliances, professionally decorated. A must see. $1,300 plus utilities. Avail. now. 416- 657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca PICKERING, LIVERPOOL/BAY- LY 3 bedroom, main floor bunga- low, parking, share laundry, $1,350 1/2 utilities. Phone 9905) 839-9166. WHITBY - 3 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living&dining, country kitchen, huge familyroom, 330' yard, single garage, $1400+util- ities. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call Jon (905)706-5520 WHITBY,3-bdrm newer home, at- tached garage, fenced yard, 5 ap- pliances, a/c, close to schools/shopping. $1500/mo + util- ities. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call days 905-837-4504, eve/weekends (905)831-2838 WHITBY, BROCK/ROSSLAND.3 bedroom, upper bungalow, $1100 plus 2 bedroom base, $750 plus 3 bedroom, 2 storey, 2 1/2 bath, $1400 plus Whitby, Taunton/coun- try land (647)999-6886 WHITBY, CENTRE ST./ROSS- LAND,3 bedroom bungalow, main floor only, air, washer/dryer, stove/fridge, dishwasher, 2 car parking, deck, shed, no pets/smok- ing, basement rented separately. Immediately. References. $1,250 plus 60%, Bo Gustafsson, Sutton Group. 416-783-5000 WHITBY,new home, 3-bdrm. de- tached, 2-1/2 baths, gas fire- place, c/air, first/last, plus utilities. $1450 monthly. Available Dec. 5th. Call (905)985-0146. 5 POINTS MALL area, 3 bed- rooms, 6 appliances, 1 1/2 bathrooms, attached garages. $1195 plus utilities. Call 905-441-1027. AJAX LAKESIDE,3yr old 3-bed- rooms, porch balcony with lake view, new appliances, automatic double car garage, references re- quired. $1300, plus utilities, first/last. (905)683-0609 AJAX SW Rossland/Harwood furn.townh. 3 bdrm. 2 1/2 bathr. all appl. garage/garden. $1400 mo + utl. first/last/ref. avail. 1st Dec. Call 905 686 6154. 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. EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME Brand new! Near UOIT. Simcoe&Niagara 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 1700-sq.ft. Hrdwd flrs. 9' ceilings, W/D, 2 prkg. $1600+hydro/heat. Dec.1. 416- 524-1125 Marlon HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. November 1st, park- ing incl. Please call 905-576-9299. NORTH PICKERING,Spacious 3- bedroom with granny flat. 7 appli- ances, C/A, C/V, fireplace. No pets. Available now. First/last. Call Irene (416)926-8287 OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- houses, close to schools, shop- ping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956 or Toll- free 1-866-922-6422, OSHAWA,Ritson/Beatrice, 3 bed- room, garage, appliances, finished basement avail Dec. $1150 plus. Condolynn Management (905)428- 9766 PICKERING.3-bedroom in estab- lished complex immediately pos- session rec room 4-appliances un- derground parking no pets/smok- ing $1150/month 905-831-2273 Mel Knight, Coldwell Banker Real- ty. 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. AJAX,basement and room for rent, suitable for working female. $500/$425/month, first/last required. Use of facilities. Call (905)686-4126 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY,par- tially furnished, large private room w/bathroom, share kitchen. Near O.C., Go, 401, amenities. Parking, laundry, cable, heat, hydro includ- ed. $475/month. Female preferred. first/last. (905)721-0940 BIG, SUPER CLEAN ROOMS for rent - Simcoe/Olive area, Oshawa. Big kitchen & bathroom, 2 rooms available immediately, suit quiet individuals. $425 & $475/mo. Da- vid at 905-243-5091. NORTH OSHAWA,rooms in town- house, shared kitchen/laundry. Close to amenities & university. No smoking/pets. $425/mo inclusive. Suitable for females. (905)263- 8406 OSHAWA NEAR GM- clean, large quiet room. Hydro/cable/internet, bathroom incl. Shared kitchen, laundry, phone. No parking. Work- ing mature gentleman preferred. $370/first/last. Avail. immediately 416-888-4905. PRIVATE BEDROOM and bath- room, near Garden/Hwy #2, Whit- by/GO bus; shared kitchen/laun- dry; $450/month, includes all util- ities/parking; 1st/last, references; no smoking/dogs. (905)665-5074 COURTICE,large, bright 2-bed- room loft to share, working female preferred. En-suite bath, fireplace. $550/inclusive. Available Decem- ber 1st. Call (905)433-0767 (LM) OSHAWA -Simcoe/Rossland ar- ea, warm, clean, large furnished rooms, share kitchen & bath, suit quiet working gentleman. Near bus,Durham College. $350/mo & up. 905-728-4845 OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities. Available im- mediately. 1st/last, $400/mo inclu- sive.Viewing (905)433-4088. PICKERING HOUSE Shared ac- commodation. Mature male pre- ferred, laundry, all appliances, large living, dining, family room w/fireplace, parking, storage, no smoking/pets, First/last $425. 905- 420-0081, cell 416-804-4867 CLEARWATER FLORIDA,2-3 bedroom furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions. Children welcome. Christmas & New Years Available. Photos shown in your home. $375/weekly (less than mo- tel). (905)683-5503. 87 CORSAIR EXCELLA,Ford motor home, class C, sleeps 6, 127K, air, 460 eng., 4 kw genera- tor, hwt, furnace, stove, fridge, mi- crowave, tv/ antenna, phone, shower, etc. Call (905) 428-7581. after 6 p.m. LOST,possibly at Loblaws (at Gibb), Gold Mickey Mouse watch with brown leather strap, and three rings attached, 1 Marquis diamond ring, opal ring, and gold wedding band. Reward. 905-623-9920. SINCERE SINGLES Professional Introduction Service. Successfully matching members for long term relationships. Toll free 1-866-719- 9116 www.sinceresingles.ca Fall Special! SWEET HUNK Looking for Love! 40. Looks 30. Very Handsome, Ta ll, Caucasian, Strong, Intelligent, Athletic, Private Pilot, Funny, Di- vorced, Hiker, Swimmer, Traveller, Not religious, Daddy to one…looking for Sweet, Beautiful, 29-40 yrs, Shapely, Sexy, Intelli- gent Woman for long-term, maybe marriage, maybe children, but defi- nitely a first date and then FUN 4ever. Why not? Contact flight8@hotmail.com FULL-TIME LIVE-IN caregiver for 3 children, pick/drop to school, af- ter school activities, assist with homework, pay $10 plus room & board. Fax resume attn Prabhjot: 905-564-8309 LIVE IN NANNY required, start immediately. To care for 2, ages 1 1/2 & 4 yrs. Ajax (Westney/Hwy. 2). Call (905)686-7419 LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/ crafts/ outings. Snacks, lunch. Valley Farm Rd./Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905)839-7237 LOVING AND CARING mom will love and care for your children in my home. Harwood/Rossland, Ajax. Flexible hours, references, available immediately. Very rea- sonable rates. full time. 905-428- 7998. LOVING CARING mother of 2 will care for your child. Has CPR & First aid, non smoker, no pets. Liv- erpool/Finch. Call 905-837-2042 ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME C OME W ORSHIP & & & WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us ! Worship Times: Sun. 11am & 7pm Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) Monday 7:30 PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30 PM Bible Study Friday 7:30 PM Youth Group Sunday 10:00 AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00 AM Worship Service 6:30 P M Evening Praise & Worship WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: Our guest speaker for Nov. 7th 1 1 a m and 66 :3 0 p m is E v a n g e l i s t Au d r e y S h e p h e r d of The First Born Church of Jamaica. She is an international speaker who flows very effective in The Prophetic Ministry ministering to the hurt and lost. P lease join us and y ou will be truly blessed. Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening 550 Kingston Rd. Pickering If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791 Dr. Sam Martin and the Family invite you to join them! Just south of the 401 on West side of Brock 1080 BROCK RD. 905-837-8771 An Invitation to Worship in a safe place, a place of love and acceptance… ‘Safe Haven Worship Centre Sunday Mornings - 10 a.m. Dynamic Worship (Full Nursery and Children’s Programs) Sunday Evening, Nov. 7, 6:00 p.m. Edward Klassen and his Paraguayan Folk Harp PLUS Triumphant Sound Quartet is here again Thurs., Nov. 18th - Sun., Nov. 21st Dr. Ken is an anointed prophetic Teacher of God’s Word, gifted to minister healings and deliverances to this generation. Many have been touched by the ministry of this humble servant of God including drug addicts and the sick. UNIT 10, 377 MacKENZIE AVE., AJAX RSVP 905-619-9095 6:00 P.M. DAILY SAT. 10:00 A.M. SUN. 2:30 P.M. (Refreshments will be served) Special Music by: PRECIOUS LONDON, TIFFANY PRICE, AZSHIA JULIEN T U R N AR O U N D T U R N AR O U N D TURN AROUND INTERCULTURAL WORSHIP CENTRE Presenting (a journey to a better life) Fea turing:YOUTH NIGHT, WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP, TESTIMONIES & MORE Dr. Ken McN a t t Atlanta USA Olu Davi d Host 2004 FATHER’S LOVE CONVENTION Sunday Evening Praise Concert GOSPEL MUSIC CONCERT BURNS CHURCH 765 Myrtle Rd. West, ASHBURN Sunday, Nov. 14, 2004 at 7:00 P.M. featuring THE KINGSWAY QUARTET from London, singing the best in Southern Gospel for fifteen years. THE HILLTOP VOCAL BAND, mixed quartet from Stouffville, presenting their smooth blend of Southern Gospel and traditional songs. Free-will offering. No ticket sales. For info. 905-655-4240, 905-655-8509 “Christmas Carol Book” Deadline is November 17, 2004 To book your Church ad in this publication or for more details call Janice Samoyloff @ 905-683-0707 or Email: jsam@durhamregion.com Remember Them Well... Remembrance Day Concert Sunday, November 7 ~ 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Whitevale Church (Altona Rd. North to the Whitevale Rd. - turn right to North Rd.) All are welcome to join us for an afternoon of sing-a-long and entertainment. Come and share recollections, comical stories, friendships remembered and renewed. ❖ Sing-a-long to wartime favourites ❖ Enjoy the Markham High School Band - Brass and Woodwind Quintets ❖ Memorabilia Displays ❖ Light Refreshments Donations to the Mission and Service fund of Heritage United are welcome. PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. 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. 2003 BOMBARDIER Rally ATV 200 2WD and Ox Yard Cart ($1200 Value) Excellent condition. Asking $3000 total. Call (905)852-3698 BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416) 748-3993 4-SNOW TIRES,Blizzaks, P235-45R17. Approx 3k. $500. 4-All Season Toyo Tires, good condition. P255-65R16, $100. 4-Silver steel rims, 4 bolt R15, off Saab 9000, $50. (905)426-1042 A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver PIANOS & CLOCKS - Clearance on all 2004 Roland pianos. Save $$$ while quantities last. Also on Samick pianos, and 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! 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. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES-Air Con- ditioners $75/up, Large selection of newer, approx 2 years old, while quantities last. Freezers $149/up, Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $99/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. Bar fridg- es $50+up, freezers, chest & up- right $149+up;RENT TO OWN AVAILABLE! Why wait, buy it now! Visit our showroom. Par ts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Large capacity washer, $275; dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer, (gas & electric). Mint condi- tion. Will sell separately, can deliv- er. Call (905)839-0098 ASSORTED plumbing pipes & fit- tings Copper & ABS cast iron). $345 OBO. call(905)837-6662 ATTENTION... CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS. Having problems with your current satellite?? We have the solution. We also do service and installations. Serving Durham, Call: 905-767-0013. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BUY CANADIAN BEEF Naturally raised baby beef right from the farm. Also chicken, pork and lamb. Member of Canadian Organic Growers. (905)983-5370 WEDDING ring and custom made band, marquis diamonds set in white gold. Appraised at $1875, asking $1200. Please call 905- 434-2853 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTER PROBLEMS? We come to you All calls from $35 - $80 Used computers from $175 (905)243-3415 RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 05, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Christmas Craft & Collectible Show VENDORS WANTED Kingsway College, Oshawa Sunday, November 28, 2004 10am - 4 p.m. Please call Lisa (905)426-4676 ext.227 lmatthews@durhamregion.com MOVING ✹BARN ✹GARAGE ✹ SALE Something for everyone,You got to see it to believe it! 1850 Kingston Rd. Pickering Sat. Nov. 6th, 9 a.m. "Rain or Shine" Household items, equipment, old pine windows & doors, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, etc... Condo Garage Sale/Bake Table Saturday November 6th, 9 am - 4 pm 92 Church St South, Ajax Indoors, Parking Available. FOLLOW THE BALLOONS MOVING SALE Saturday, Nov. 6, 9a.m. - 1p.m. 92 Monk Crescent, Ajax Too many items to list. Something for everyone. TOMORROW !! 11th Annual CRAFT SHOW Saturday, Nov. 6th 10am - 5pm SINCLAIR SECONDARY SCHOOL 380 Taunton Rd. E.,Whitby $4 Admission * $2 Students & Seniors Bay Ridges Christmas Bazaar 900 Sandy Beach Rd., Pickering Sat. Dec. 4th. ~ 10am - 2 pm Crafts, baked good and lots more!!! For more information or to purchase a table please call Emma at (905) 837-8745 ext. 228 CARRUTHERS CREEK CHURCH ~5th Annual Craft Sale and Bazaar~ Saturday November 13th, 9 am - 3 pm 599 Bayly St. E., Ajax Free Admission Call Roxy 905-686-4450 for information COMPUTERS:BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Complete P3/450 Desktop System: 17" Flt Scrn Mntr/12G, hd/128Meg, CD-R, Ethernet/Kb/M. only $259; CD-RW upgrade only $30 w/system pur- chase. Dell Latitude Nbk: P2/366 only $409. (ltd quantities). Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within Oshawa/Whit- by.Minimal Charge for other areas CD-RW upgrades only $50. Inter- ac, Visa & Mastercard accepted. Layaway Plans. Leasing now available OAC on New & Refur- bished Systems. 27 Warren Ave- nue,Oshawa (1 block east of Park & Bond). Call 905-576-9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com NOW AVAILABLE: New Distribution Lo- cation In Port Hope: Call Angela (905) 885-6708 DARK PINE COLONIAL dining- room, dark pine queen bedroom $500/each, both $900. Sofa, love- seat, recliner $500. Sofa, chair, wing $500. All good condition. (905)668-5212 DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER hitch Tr ail Boss 15k $300. Range hood, excellent condition $60. Antique late 1800's Wonder Rope maker w/accessories $500. (905)728- 9045 FRIDGE - Kitchenaid side by side,water filtration & ice mak- er,white, like new $800 firm (905)620-0905. GOV'T. INSPECTED Ont. grain fed beef. Sides, split sides at $1.70/lb. Bruce 705-432-3031 or Marie 905-986-4932 HOT TUB 2004 all options, water- fall, ozanator, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Cen- tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 866-97COVER LA-Z-BOY WAL-AWAY leather chair, brand new, never used, taupe, paid $1350, asking $950. (905)576-3286 MOVING MUST SELL White whirl- pool fridge, stove, washer, dryer, 6 years old, excellent condition $1200 o.b.o. Call 905-665-4897. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $119/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 Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 OAK diningroom set, 6 chairs (2 captains), table, buffet & hutch. medium-finish. $700-obo. (905)668-9524 PIANO SALE:upright grands & apt. size, warranted & delivered starting at $900. 705-799-3204 PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. XBOX MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $6700, sell for $2850. 905-213- 4669. QUEEN SIZE water bed, dark wood grain, good condition. Missing heater. $200 OBO. (905)426-3007 after 7pm. SOLID - pine/oak/maple/cherry- furniture. 30yrs-serving the Durham-Region. Bedroom/dining- room/home-office/entertainment- centres made-to-fit your lifestyle. Free consultation/design service custom-creations our-specialty. Remember all-solid-no-veneer. Full-line-of gourmet-cutting- boards/chop-blocks as well. www.traditionalwoodworking.com www.gourmetwoodproducts.com 905-985-8774. SOLID OAK med stain,table & chairs, size 48x48 round, 72x48 oval (with 2 leaves in), No veneer, $975. (905)430-2154 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. YAMAHA GOLF CARTS with roofs, 2 electric, 4 gas, $2500 each. Sunnybrae Golf Course 905- 985-2234. ~ GET APPROVED ~ Fe e l i n g l i m it e d b e c au s e o f : • NO CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • COLLECTIONS • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCES • REFUSED BY BANK C a l l D e r r i c k 90 5 -4 26 -0 0 51 Looking for a second chance at rebuilding your credit? With a variety of New & Used Import and Domestic Vehicles, put the past behind you - Start driving towards your new future today!! 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PLEASE JOIN US in Pickering at: 955 Brock Road - Unit 5 (just South of Bayly) SUNDAY, Nov. 7, at 1:00 pm (Viewing at Noon) TUESDAY, Nov. 9, at 6:30 pm (Viewing at 5:30 pm) NOTE: Based on previous sales results, many items sell at 80% to 90% less than the regular retail price!!! All sales subject to a 10% Buyer's Premium All merchandise sold "As Is" Cash/VISA/Master Card/Debit AUCTION SALE HOLIDAY INN ~ OSHAWA 1100 Bloor Street East Sunday Noon Nov. 14th;View 11am, Sale 12noon Truck load of Merchandise; Partial list; Electronics. 49CC gas scooters, pocket bikes, Halley bikes, dirt bikes, hand tools, air tools, wrench sets, rotary tools & kits, gas blowers, laser levels, working bench, hammer drills, chain saw, drills, pliers, rotary drills & tools, axes etc. Feather bed duvets covers & comforters, silver & gold jew- elry & diamond rings, watches, wall & grandfather clocks, lamps, toaster ovens, Tiffany lamps, metal & wood furni- ture, hall tables, half moon tables, stands, wall scones, van- ity desk, benches, swords, crystal figurine, chests, shadow boxes, fish bowls & vases & cabinets, wall carved mirrors, Muller 16pc. cookware, German knives, giftware, vacuums, cutlery, decorative & Group of Seven prints, Swarovski crystal, Chandeliers, Stemware, canisters, gold glasses, luggage, porcelain dolls 18" to 40". radio control cars & choppers, massagers, too many too list.Te r ms cash, Visa, MC. only.WWW.BARGAINBUYS.CA Sale by MARKHAM LIQUIDATORS & AUCTIONS (905)640-7201 WED. NOV. 10 - 5 P.M.- at McLean Auctions 2194 Little Britain Rd., Lindsay. Very large sale. Jim McDonnell es- tate, Fenelon Falls. (Former fireman) Mac Algar, Lindsay and others. 2002 Pontiac Sunrfire, 95 Chev Lumina, no reserve. Modern and antique furniture, tools, appliances, John Deere snow blower, (electric start) wood lathe, 10" band saw, chain saw, Beaver table saw, John Deere, roto tiller, power edger, Arctic 8 hp snow blower, air compres- sor, ladder, antique china cabinet, grandfather clock, ex- cellent modern dining suite (walnut), excellent Kroehler chesterfield, console RCA TV, quality bedroom suite, Sealy bed chesterfield, 4 x 8 pool table, maple and pine chesterfield, fridge and stove, (like new), washer, dryer, freezer, golf clubs, antique glass, chain, coalport, Prussia, Beswick, wedgewood, cut glass, silver plate, sterling over- lay, boxes galore. Don't miss this interesting sale. 5 p.m. No reserve. McLean Auctions - (705) 324-2783 www.mcleanauctions.com ARSENAULT David & Leslie 'Prince' Christopher & 'Princess' Hayleigh Announce the arrival of their baby sister 'Queen' Elizabeth 8lbs, 1oz. October 22nd, 8:33 pm St. Joseph's Hospital, Toronto Love, Hugs & Kisses to all Grandma "Milkshake" WANTED:Cash & pickup your solid wood kitchen table & chairs bedroom furniture and beds, living- room sets, coffee & end tables, dining room sets (formal) good working fridge stove, washers & dryers. 905-2601123 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent, very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. (905)753-2246. FIREWOOD,hardwood, dry, sea- soned. Will deliver. Call (905)986- 5217 or cell 905-424-9411 RENT TO OWN.New appliances at great prices, full warranty. Total Appliance Centre. New Pickering location, (905)686-3200. A & C ROOFING & WINDOWS •Shingles of all types, flats of any size •Soffit* Fascia * Eavestrough* Skylights •Financing Available o.a.c. •Written warranties guaranteed •W.S.I.B. * Fully Insured (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 GARAGE DOORS • ELECTRIC OPERATORS Fast dependable service & repairs Sales & installation of quality doors and operators 905-852-1981 1-888-889-9788 www.up rightdoorservice.com We offer a 10 year pro-rated warranty on spring & cable repairs UP RIGHT DOOR SERVICE M.P.P. RENOVATIONS Bathrooms ★Basements ★Ceramic Tile Painting ★Stucco ★Hardwood Floors Call (905) 686-1677 For All Types of Electrical Work Call (905) 683-8418 For Built In Furniture & Stairways Call (905) 665-1664 MURPHY'S HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES Custom decks, fences, Garden Sheds, Hardwood/laminate floors, Trim work & Crown Moulding, Ceramic Tiles & Back splash, Plumbing & Electrical, Bsmt finish- ing, Drywall & plastering & General Repair Quality workmanship, Reliable Service, 20yrs exp. Call James (905)839-4041 M.C.T. Construction Project Management. Services (905)686-3283 Complete basement renos., carpentry, electric, plumbing, drywall/painting, coating & faux finishes,replacement doors/windows. All services are full insured and carry a 5 year labour warranty. MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul marshallgroup@rogers.com BriCo Home Improvements *Basements *Decks *Drywall *Painting *Taping *Crown Moulding FREE ESTIMATES Call Brian 905-686-8841 or e-mail: b.gaudet@sympatico.ca CONSUMER'S CHOICE HEATING Fa ll furnace cleaning special $59.95 Gas service & installations Jesse 905-619-4663 George's HANDY MAN SERVICE Decks, Fences, Doors, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Drywall, Ceramic Tiles & General Repairs. 905-837-0702 As seen on CTV News! Kitchen/Bathrooms ✓Ceramic Tile ✓Rec. Rooms ✓Minor household repairs All work guaranteed (905)431-8204 M & M CONSTRUCTION Serving Durham for 18yrs. Additions, basements, bathrooms, kitchens, windows, doors, roofing, decks, 100's of References call (905)427-4234 FOR YOUR ESTIMATE PLUMBER ON THE GO To p Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 AJOBW ELL D O NE!905-831-1812 Call Mike HOME RENOVATIONS•REPAIRS CARPENTRY • DRYWALL • DECKS ELECTRICAL & MORE. . . The Ready Group Full Basements, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Painting, Complete Drywall & Stucco 905-666-0811 ◆ Bathroom ◆Kitchen ◆ Backsplash ◆Flooring ◆ Po r ches 416-858-1777 CARPENTRY Design/build custom renovations covering all aspects of construction Quality often outweighs the best price. 416.560.1032 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 DANIEL'S HOME PAINTING Painting, Drywall, Ceramic, Wa ll Papering. Res. & Comm. Top Quality 15 years Experience Call For Free Estimate Sam (416)984-7140 P & H Painting Professional, Experienced, Reliable Interior/Exterior Call for free estimate (905)686-7889 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Triumph Moving $45/hr. 2 movers + truck 24' trucks available. www.triumphmoving.com 416-802-9849 905-883-4406 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential. Pickering & Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" First Choice Window Cleaning Eavestroughs and Repairs 20 Years exp. For Free Estimate Call Allen or Laura (905)426-8980 (416)389-2180 HOUSE CLEANER available Mature & Reliable Please call (416)402-5021 DAGMAR KLASSIC CLEANING Weekly, Biweekly or Monthly Service Reliable & Thorough Mary (905)428-1648 Helen (905)427-6622 SUPREME HOUSECLEANING BY LAURIE I work alone, 20 yrs. in business. I do everything and some AND I also bring my own cleaners. One time cleaning, Bi-weekly & wknds avail. (905) 426-3711 Cherry/ Oak Hardwood $4.25 s/f Laminate $1.90 s/f 20 oz. Carpet $0.75 s/f PAINTING $99/room Free Interior Design Consultation 416-827-6234 Alliance Flooring Systems CARPETS LAMINATES HARDWOOD Super Deal on Laminate & Carpets Free 10mm pad w/inst. Repairs & Restretch Fully Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates * Sam (905) 706-3206 MAPLE LEAF LAWN CARE ●Lawn Cutting ●Hedge Trimming ●Pruning ●Interlocking stone ●Fall clean up ●Snow removal (905)626-0653 Children’s entertainment for any occasion . B LUE R IBBON A WARD W INNER . Clowns, character look- alikes, loot bags, face painting, magic, music. 905-471-5331 KIDS UNLIMITED NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 05, 2004, PAGE 39 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 SATELLITE TV - Get it Back. Channel Hop receivers, legal free- to-air receivers. Call 647-294- 2354 or visit http://way.to/durham3m SATELLITES, FREE TO AIR.Is your DirecTV down? Everyone is switching to FTA; no cards, boards or atmegas. Specializing in the Fortec Lifetime Ultra. Get 1000’s of channels, no monthly bills. 1St in Durham Region. Call 905-435- 0202. uneekelectronics@rog- ers.com 226 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. DROP BY OUR STORE FOR A FREE DEMO FOR SALE - Full size upright Pia- no. Contact 420 Wing by phone at 905-434-7709. WHEATEN PUPPIES,cuddly ted- dybears, ready to go; F/M, 1st shot, dewormed, serious inquiries only; mom & dad on site. Call 905- 434-2904 1987 6000,$1800, 109,000kms, certified & emission tested. Call (905)433-8050. 1988 OLDS DELTA 88 exception- ally maintained very clean great winter or second car $1250 as is. Call 905-655-7244 1992 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 2-dr, red, 4-cyl auto, 180,000-kms. runs great, excellent condition, certified and e-tested. $2495-obo. 905-435- 0062, (905)571-5138 1992 SUNBIRD GT,6 cyl, 224K, remote starter, new battery, axle, fuel & brake lines. Drive Clean '03. $550 as is. (905)420-0094 1994 BONNEVILLE $2999; 1995 Neon 165K. $2999; 1996 Grand Am $3699; 1998 Honda Accord $7995; 2000 Intrepid $5499; Other cars and trucks from $1699. certi- fied & e-tested. (Kelly & Sons, since 1976). 905-683-7301 or 905- 424-9002. 1994 CHEVROLET CAVALIER, 2-dr sedan, red, 4-cylinders, 5-speed, AM/FM cassette, as is $1900-obo. ALSO 1990 Pontiac Firefly $500. (905)433-4088 1995 FORD ESCORT wagon, air, p/w, p/l, 225k, certified/e-tested, $3,250 o.b.o. Call (905)434-6705 1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD Ap- prox. 180km, spotless, loaded, e- tested & certified. $6700. Phone Gus 905-725-3725. 1998 Gunfire GT 5-speed, keyless engry, sunroof, 125,000/km, certi- fied, black, sacrifice at $4900. (905)655-3688 1998 MALIBU LS.Loaded, V6, auto, air, runs great, 148,000KM. Keyless doors/trunk, power win- dows/seat, remote mirrors, cruise/tilt, fog lights, stereo/CD. $4300-firm, as is. 905-666-6733. 1998 SUNFIRE 2-dr, $4295. 1993 Explorer 4x4 $3995. 1995 Grand Prix 4-dr $3495. 1992 Grand Cara- van 3.3L-V6 $2895. 1994 Acheiva 4-dr $2995. 1995 Safari needs work $1200-as is. Vehicles sold Certified & Emissions tested. (905)626-7787 dealer 1999 CHEV CAVALIER,standard, 4-dr, white, 125,000km, one owner (female), smoke free & clean. Certified & e-tested. (905)579- 8122 2000 DODGE CIRRUS, fully pow- er, 85,000kms, well maintained, 2 years warranty left, $8,000. Call (905)432-1718 2001 OLDS AURORA 3.0. 94,000kms. Remote lock control, steering control, driver info centre, leather power, heated seats with lumbar control. Asking $14,000 OBO. Helen, 905-579-7695 2004 PONTIAC SUNFIRE,p.win- dows, p.steering air, automatic, spoiler, keyless entry, excellent condition, 7 months old. Call (905)436-9842 98 MALIBU,metallic beige, power everything, Runs extremely well. E-tested. New serpentine belt, al- ternator, intake gasket, battery, (receipts to prove) $6,000 OBO.(905)623-6602 BAD CREDIT? No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! Call now! 905-686- 2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 CLEAN USED CARS - 98 Chev Cavalier, 4 dr., auto., pl, a/c, 187km, $3,900. 1995 Chevy Lumi- na, 4dr. V6 auto, pw,pl, 224km, $3600. Both e-tested and certified. Financing available oac. (905) 426-8922. Dealer. READY FOR WINTER 2001 Sat- urn SC2, 3dr silver, extra 4 winter tires/rims, 83,000kms, 5-speed, air, CD, e-tested, certified, $10,000 o.b.o.(905)623-8690 NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE (905) 767-0951 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $$$$ A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- 4609 or (416)286-6156. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days (905)686-1899. CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES SCRAP cars wanted, pay cash, free pick up, Ron 905-424-3508 or Leo 905-426-0357 SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 1989 CHEV. S10 TAHOE, 2-wheel drive, excellent condition, 4.3L au- to, 275,000km., including cap, $1999. Runs like new. (905)404- 8905 1989 S10 ,4 cyl, newer bodywork and paint, matching cap, needs motor work, $1,000 obo. Call (905)432-2600 FORD EXPLORER XLT, 1998, 108,000kms, 4 dr., 4.0 L V6, red & grey, fully loaded, one owner, cer- tified and E-tested, new tires, non- smoker. (905)623-8383, $10,995. 1989 GMC 1500 STX RALLY VAN, newer engine, transmission, tires, brakes, front end etc. $1800. Call Dave evenings 905-728-9731. 1993 CHEVY ASTRO,extended, V6, 4.3L, loaded, $2300. Call after 6pm. 905-837-6667 or 1-905-725- 4996 2003 MONTANA, Red with Grey interior, only 17000 kms. 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The peewees booked their ticket to the Central Ontario Minor Football League semifinals by declawing the North York Grizzlies 48-8 in quarter- final playoff action last weekend. The peewees now meet the Scarbor- ough Thunder at Birchmount Stadium this Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Meanwhile, the Dolphins’ tykes begin their playoff quest against the Oshawa Hawkeyes in semifinal action at Kinsmen Park in Pickering on Sun- day at 9:30 a.m. The atoms host the Grizzlies at Kinsmen Park in a semifi- nal tilt on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. The peewees took control of last Sunday’ quarter-final game from the outset, scoring on their first possession and never looking back en route to an insurmountable 40-0 halftime lead. The Dolphins took the opening drive 60 yards and scored on an eight-yard dash by running back Jordan Nguyen. On the next possession, quarterback Andrew Lim scampering 40 yards around the right corner for a major. Wide receiver Brandon Wood scored the Dolphins’ third touchdown, haul- ing in a 45-yard pass-and-run com- pletion from Lim. Flanker Kyle Goffe snared an eight-yard pass between North York defenders for the fourth Dolphins’ major. Lim and Wood com- bined for another 40-yard touchdown pass with only nine seconds remaining in the half. In the second half, Dolphins’ rookie quarterback Tosh Miller Francis guided the offence through a time-consum- ing drive that culminated with fullback Alexander Ko scoring on a four-yard plunge up the middle for the Dolphins’ final touchdown. A/P PAGE 44 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com CA LL OR VISIT OUR SALES OFFICE TODAY www.rockportgroup.net • 905-420-3369 It’s all here for you. A beautiful new condominium residence at the centre of the city. 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GRAND OPENING SPECIAL 5 FREE APPLIANCES or PRE-ENGINEERED HARDWOOD FLOORING* durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 PAGE 45 A/P A/P PAGE 46 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com $214,900 Townhomes from From 1,311 sq. ft. to 2,046 sq. ft. YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD BUILDER 905-683-0300 ballymorehomes.com Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 1pm - 8pm Fri. by appointment only. Sat., Sun. & Hol. 11am - 6pm. All renderings are artist’s concept. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice E. & O.E. Fabulous standard gas fireplace Beautiful, full sized family rooms Second floor laundry room Superbly designed coffered ceiling Gourmet kitchen with breakfast area Large master bedroom with ensuite featuring soaker tub & separate shower stall Separate shower stall Includes 5 QUALITY APPLIANCES The S o m e r s e t E l e v a t i o n A 1,81 5 S q . f t . 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Stk. #V7403B. 2001 HYUNDAI ACCENT GSI 2002 HYUNDAI SONATA $8295$8295 Loaded with leather, pwr. roof, auto, air, AM/FM/CD, alum. wheels & rear spoiler. Stk. #T6796A. 1998 INTEGRA1998 INTEGRA per week/48 mo.$59$59 $7939$7939 per week/84 mo. ABS, selectrac, keyless, power windows, locks and seat. Stk. #V7824. per week/84 mo.$109$109 2004 LAREDO2004 LAREDO 2003 RAM 1500 ST QUAD CAB 4X2 Auto, 29A package, trailer tow group, tilt, cruise. Stk. #V7976. 2003 RAM 1500 ST QUAD CAB 4X2 2002 BUICK CENTURY2002 BUICK CENTURY www.villagechrysler.ca All previous ad specials expired. Voted best used car dealer by News Advertiser readers. †These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer except Graduate Rebate and apply to retail deliveries on new in-stock 2004 vehicles. All appl. rebates apply to dealer. †Lease is based on a 48 month term. Total lease obligation/lease interest rates: $16,550/$22,022/$16,022/$23,059 Km. limited to 81,600, charge of .15¢/km. for excess km. *,†Excludes freight, license, insurance, applicable taxes, registration and retailer charges. OAC. $2,000 cash back offer only applies to Grand Cherokee, Dakota V8 and Durango purchase financing offers and cannot be used in combination with cash purchases. $2,000 will be deducted from the negotiated price of the financed vehicle after taxes. Weekly payments are bank financed @ 7.75/7.55/9.4/9.4/9.4% for 84/72/60/48/36 mo. with $3500 down or equivalent trade plus applicable taxes, lic., admin fees. All finance/lease programs are O.A.C. GET READY FOR WINTER WITH OUR BEST LINE UP OF 4X4 VEHICLES. 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Stk. #V8008. $73$73 per week/72 mo. 2001 DODGE RAM2001 DODGE RAM Fully loaded wagon with leather interior, pwr. moonroof, 4 wheels disc brakes, alloy wheels and more. Showroom condition. Stk. #M7076A. 2002 MERCEDEZ C320 per week/72 mo. 2002 MERCEDEZ C320 $15144$15144 $199†$199Lease for per month for 48 months with $4,820 down payment or equivalent trade. 2005 DODGE CARAVAN2005 DODGE CARAVAN • Factory installed DVD system (MSRP $970) • 3.3L 180 hp V6 engine • Air conditioning • Colour keyed fascias • Cruise control • Power windows, locks and mirrors •7 passenger seating • AM/FM/CD stereo • Multistage driver & front passenger airbags • Sentry-Key™ Engine Immobilizer• City: 12.2L/100 km. (23 mpg) Hwy: 8.2L/100 km. (34 mgp) OR A/P PAGE 48 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 5, 2004 durhamregion.com