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Home My WebLink AboutNA2005_02_11 Bylaw passes despite continued opposition from Whitby and Uxbridge By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — Described as a “g lorious” day by one councillor, and a day we’ll live to regret by another, Wednesday marked the beginning of a new era for Dur- ham transit, after regional coun- cil passed a bylaw to amalgamate the four existing systems. Transit assets in Whitby, Os- hawa, Clarington and Ajax/Pick- ering will be transferred to the Region over the next year, with a seamless region-wide system up and running by Jan. 1, 2006. The decision came after Osha- wa and Brock councils reversed their positions and voted in fa- vour of amalgamation, at meet- ings held earlier in the week. Although Whitby and Uxbridge remained opposed, the bylaw passed with the needed triple majority support of five out of eight municipalities totalling 51 per cent of the electorate, plus a majority vote from regional council. “This is a great moment for Durham,” said Oshawa Council- lor Robert Lutczyk, speaking as vice-chairman of the Oshawa Transit Commission. “Oshawa council reviewed our position and we now feel strongly that this is the way to go.” The new system will improve east-west travel in the southern part of the region, and bring dial- a-ride service to the north. Fa- cilities such as UOIT and the new cancer centre will be priorities when planning routes. Calling the day “glorious and exciting,” Brock Councillor Larry Fire destroys building, vehicles in Brougham Cause of early morning blaze still being determined PICKERING — An early morn- ing fire Thursday in Brougham destroyed a building and several cars. Fire Chief Bill Douglas said the call came in at 1:22 a.m. for the fire at The Auto Barn, a car deal- ership, on Hwy. 7 at Brock Road in Brougham. “When we arrived it was fully involved,” he said. He said the fire had spread to several vehicles, as well as the house on the property. “It actually started on fire but we were able to put that out,” Chief Douglas said of the house. Tankers from the Whitby and Ajax fire departments were also called in to help. “I was up there and it was spec- tacular,” Chief Douglas said. As of Thursday morning fire- fighters were still on scene clean- ing up and sifting through the debris. Chief Douglas said the cause of the fire is still under investiga- tion and the estimated cost of the damage was not yet known. No one was hurt in the inci- dent. DRUMMING UP SUPPORT FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Dunbarton High School is celebrating Black History Month with a collection of activities in February. This week, stu- dents welcomed the Up From The Roots group, which includes Che Matthews. See story on Page 29. Pickering gets regional transit sy stem in 2006 Theatre & Dessert Backwoods Players @ Brougham Hall Feb. 11, 12, 18, 19 & 20 Call the Box Office 905.683.8401 Give your home a new look for Winter We are Durham’s fl ooring experts! Thinking ofThinking of Hardwood?Hardwood? >>`>Ê>À`Ü`Ê >>`>Ê>À`Ü`Ê À}ÊV° >>`>Ê>À`Ü`Ê >>`>Ê>À`Ü`Ê À}ÊV° 1547 Bayly St., Pickering 905-420-3285 The Pickering 44 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,600 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 HART ATTACK Pickering curler tracks title Page 32 A HAND UP Offering assistance to most vulnerable Page 11 ROUND UP Pooh and friends search for a Heffalump Page 28 ✦ See Regional, Page 4 Union fears job losses if service terminated DURHAM — The Pickering, Ajax and Whitby Animal Control should be saved, says the union representing its workers. Karen Wilson, president of Ca- nadian Union of Public Employees Local 53, wants the municipalities to retain the current system. Whitby administers the service and has notified the other munici- palities that it wants the agreement renegotiated before the current contract expires at the end of this year. Whitby has asked Pickering and Ajax to contribute more of the administrative costs, but the two have refused. If a new deal isn’t reached, the three communities would have to make other arrangements. Ms. Wilson says she’s met with Whitby officials to discuss the union’s concern, but she hasn’t had the chance to meet with Pick- ering or Ajax administrators. Keeping PAW as it stands offers taxpayers the best service and is the most cost-efficient, she notes. Local 53 has seven members, although one has been off on a medical condition for almost two years. Having the animal control work- ers remain under the control of a municipality would mean better service, Ms. Wilson says. “I think there’s better flexibility as opposed to sometimes using a contractor,” she adds. The union is opposed to any- thing that generates layoffs, she states, adding, “Not that we’ve been given any confirmation” of that happening. “We fear a decrease of service would generate layoffs in that work environment.” As the union members are Whit- by employees, they have bumping rights within the municipality. The three municipalities set up the system 20 years ago. Sold As Sets Only HIGHWAY #2TOWNLINEDON CHERRY'S PRICECHOPPERHARWOOD AVE.SALEM RD.KINGSTON RD. WE MAKE ANY SIZE MATTRESS! • SET UP AVAILABLE • DISPOSAL OF OLD SET •FREE 6 MONTH LAY-AWAY ★★★ PHONE ORDERS ACCEPTED ★★★ Monday to Wednesday 10-6 Thursday to Friday 10-9 Saturday 10-6 & Sunday 11-4HOURS OVER 40 FACTORY OUTLETS ACROSS ONTARIO INCLUDING... 79 TAUNTON RD. W. 905-433-1052 1414 KING ST. 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It is in the central branch audito- rium from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The next event is Feb. 24 at the same time and location. The events are free. Registration is not necessary and all are welcome. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 3 A/P MON. - FRI. 9:30-9:00, SAT. 9:30-5:30, SUN. 12:00-4:00 1652 BAYLY ST. LOCATION ONLY Just West of Brock Rd. Pickering 905-831-7747 ON ALL IN-STOCK WALLPAPER, PAINT* & BORDERS HELD OVERHELD OVER with this ad - Bayly Street ONLY NO GST PST ! *“Collection”gallons pickeringtowncentre.com Saturday, February 12th at Centre Court Zella & Daniel from Pickering Get your picture taken with SpongeBob™ TA KE THE HEART HEALTHY CHALLENGE for your chance to win $250 in Pickering Town Centre Mall-Wide Gift Certificates. (See Guest Services for details.) 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Those included both the outpouring of support directed at southeast Asian relief following the Dec. 26 tsunami and earthquake, as well a few companies ran their collections after the end of the traditional campaign period. Ms. Klazek realizes there is a lot of fundraising in the community for many different causes and organizations, so she is thankful for the support. “We recognize that people have only so many discretionary dollars to spend,” she said. She attributes the success to under- standing in the community and the hard work of volunteers and staff. “It was a wonderful campaign. We had wonderful leadership with (cam- paign chairman) Pat O’Brien,” Ms. Klazek said. “We’re just thrilled to be over our goal.” The United Way provides funding to 29 agencies and a number of programs that offer assistance to those in Ajax, Pickering and Uxbridge. “(Reaching the goal) certainly allows us to provide strong and continued support to our agencies and to look at new needs in our community and start addressing those,” Ms. Klazek said. In recent years, the rapid population growth in the community has increased the number of people using services funded by the United Way, while the corporate growth hasn’t been happen- ing at the same rate. That has posed a challenge for the United Way as many of the campaign events are organized by the corporate community. With preliminary planning begin- ning shortly for the 2005 campaign, that is just one of the issues the organiz- ing committee will be dealing with as it tries to plan another successful year. Campaign team finds a way once again To ny Doyle/ News Advertiser photo Pat O’Brien, centre, chairman of the 2004 United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge fundraising campaign, an- nounces the goal of $1.7 million had been met, with $1,708,934 raised in all. He was joined in the announce- ment by, from left, Ajax Mayor Steve Parish, Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor, Uxbridge campaign chair- man Rolf Ott, and Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan. The mayors were all honorary chairmen. Questions high cost of move to headquarters DURHAM — Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor expressed concern We dnesday that the Region spends too much money on consultant fees, citing the costs associated with the upcom- ing move to a new headquarters as an example. “We are spending about $130,000 to have someone consult on the move, and $170,000 on the move itself,” she said. “Give the consultant a few more dollars and they could have moved us, too.” Mayor O’Connor said the Region has gone “consultant crazy” in recent years, suggesting RFPs as one way to keep costs down. Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp said consultant services are necessary in most cases, especially for something as complicated as moving Regional services into a new headquar- ters. “This move is complex, there is a lot to consider. We have nine or 10 locations, and the timing is crit- ical,” he said. “We don’t have anyone on staff to dedicate to this kind of thing, or who has the background to do it. 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Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor and Councillor Susan Self were less optimis- tic, joining Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle and Council- lor Gerry Emm, in casting the only votes against the bylaw. “This is needed in the south, we can see that, but the north is a different story,” Mayor O’Connor said. “Uxbridge has the largest assessment and the second-lowest population, and we don’t even have room to grow because of the Oak Ridges Moraine. This is going to be a huge burden on our taxpayers.” Mayor Brunelle echoed these con- cerns, noting that Brooklin’s residents will see tax increas- es, but no transit service. While he stressed support for the idea of regional transit, the Whitby mayor stood by his position that the system is too costly for the Region to own and op- erate. Calling the decision a vic- tory for Durham residents, Re- gional Chair Roger Anderson said the new system will allow the Region to access a larger share of the provincial gas tax, offsetting some of the operation costs. Region staff will spend 2005 inves- tigating which ex- isting routes need improvement, and deciding where new routes will go. It is estimated that a monthly pass for adults will cost about $70, while student passes will be between $50 and $60, and seniors will pay about $20 a month. ✦ Regional, From Page 1 Marcel Brunelle Reg ional needs versus need for one system dominate discussion By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Another witness has testified he saw a Scarborough man at the centre of a dispute shortly before shots rang out in an Ajax banquet hall, leaving two people wounded. Malvern resident Ajai Kist- nasami, 19, told Superior Court Justice Bruce Glass that the man he knew by the street name “Scarlton” was among the people he saw embroiled in an argument at the Sawhil Restaurant mo- ments before shooting start- ed around 1 a.m. Aug. 29, 2003. When asked by Crown coun- sel JulieAnn Barrett to identify the man he knew as Scarlton, Mr. Kistnasami pointed to Rinaldo Cole, who sat in the prisoner’s box in the Whitby courtroom. Mr. Kistnasami said he didn’t know if Mr. Cole and another Malvern man who is also accused of firing shots that night were the actual shooters. “I’m not sure if they were in the argument, but that’s where the argument took place,” he said of the dance floor confrontation, involv- ing up to 15 people. “People were swearing at each other and getting mad,” Mr. Kistnasami said. “I was curious to see what was going on. When I walked over there I heard one shot (go) off so I just took off run- ning.” Mr. Kistnasami said he heard three or four more shots fired as he and other panicked party-goers stam- peded for exits at the West- ney Road hall. Mr. Cole is charged with 14 offences, including aggra- vated assault, wounding and weapons charges in connec- tion with the incident, which occurred in the crowded dance hall during a Thurs- day night “jam” that attracted hundreds of young people from Ajax, Scarborough and other areas. An earlier witness testi- fied that he and a friend had words with Mr. Cole over a dispute on the dance floor before shots were fired. Under cross-examination by defence lawyer Deryk Gravesande, Mr. Kistnasami admitted that lighting in the hall was dim at the time of the fracas he described, and that he had trouble seeing what was actually going on. The young man also said he had spoken with the other accused man and others who’d been present at the hall prior to making a state- ment to Durham police. The trial continues. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P Nautical Nuts Gift Shop 7 / ,Ê- Ê£äÊÊÓx¯Ê"Ê / Ê 1/ Ê 1/Ê Ê9"1,Ê t V>Ìi`ÊÃÕÌÊÊÛiÀ«Ê,`° ÀiV>¿ÃÊ >ÞÊ6>}i äxnÎ£{Ç£Ó ÜÜÜ°>ÕÌV>ÕÌ°V> -«iV>â}Ê +Õ>ÌÞÊÕÌiÌVÊ >ÕÌV>ÊvÌÃ 7ÌiÀÕÀÃ\ /ÕÀÃ°ÊÊ-Õ° ££>ÊÊx« Located in south Ajax, these extra wide freehold townhomes border conservation lands and is in an established neighbourhood. Easy access to the GO makes commuting to the city a breeze! extra freehold townhomes in AjaxWIDE EST. 1957 AJAX 905-426-3626 rockportgroup.net 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 Rep. for details. 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Police arrived a short time later and set up a perimeter around the gas station, the suspect was subsequently observed and a foot chase began. Police arrested the male suspect a short distance away. With the support of offi- cers from the Ajax-Pickering Community Police Office and the Durham Regional Po- lice Canine Unit, the second suspect’s movements were tracked to his home, where he was located and taken into custody, police said, not- ing that both suspects were arrested within two hours of the gas station being robbed. A 14-year-old male and 17-year-old male, both from Pickering, have been charged with robbery, wearing a dis- guise with intent, possession of dangerous weapons and possession of property ob- tained by crime. The youths cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. 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GREAT REBATE E •V •E •N •T $ 75 REBATE $ 75 REBATE $ 1 50 REBATE $ 50 REBATE $ 1 00 REBATE OSHAWA We’re looking fo r good people. If you know of someone who’s gone above and beyond to help someone in need, let us know. We want to hear your ‘Good Neighbours’ stories. E-mail news editor David Stell at dstell @durhamregion. com, or call 905-683-5110. NEWS ADVERTISER New location great for business and locals, residents say By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — In its first six hours since opening, the new passport office inside the Whitby Mall had already served more than 70 customers. Eastern residents of Durham Region will no longer have to drive to Scarborough (previous- ly, the nearest passport office) in search of travel documents, thanks to the new Whitby loca- tion, which opened Jan. 24 inside the Whitby Mall, 1615 Dundas St. E. “I think it’s great because you don’t have to travel all the way to Scarborough and stand in line for like three hours to get your passport. This is awesome,” said Pat Pederson of Oshawa, who happened upon the new pass- port office while strolling the mall Monday. “I knew that it was coming, but I didn’t realize that it had opened today. I intend to use it... I don’t have a passport, so I’d like to get one soon. It’s great that it’s local for all these people around here.” John Niles of Whitby said he hasn’t had a passport in 10 years, but is now thinking of dropping into the new office to update his identification. “You can’t go anywhere these days without a passport,” Mr. Niles said. “It’s a good location, too, right here in the mall. It will be great for business too... be- cause there are not too many souls left here. (People) will come in here, and at the same time they’ll look around and buy.” With the addition of the new Whitby office, there are now 32 passport offices across Canada. Doreen Steidle, CEO of the Ca- nadian Passport Office, said passport offices in the Greater To ronto Area issued more than 604,000 passports in the fiscal year 2003-04. “Our forecasts show another 15 per cent increase for passport services in the GTA during the 2004-05 fiscal year,” Ms. Steidle said. “Opening a passport of- fice in Whitby will help meet the needs of Canadians in this grow- ing region.” Katie Workman said the new passport office couldn’t have opened at a better time. She said the lack of any lineup at the new office will probably save her time getting a passport for an upcom- ing trip to Russia to do mission work. “I’m very happy about this — it took three minutes,” she said. Her mother, Karen, said the new Whitby location also saved them a lot of gas mileage. “We live in Peterborough, so for us it’s a lot easier than driving into Scarborough,” she said. “It’s not busy because nobody knows about it yet, but I’m sure that’s going to change. When you think of the volume because of this region... I’m glad they opened up another one.” The passport office is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Regular passport services will be available at the Whitby location, while urgent or express services and passport pickup will continue to be avail- able at the Scarborough office. New passport office ‘awesome’ David Blumenfeld/ News Advertiser photo Pat Pederson likes that a new passport office has opened in Whitby, the first for Durham Region. infodurhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at NEWS ADVERTISER P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Slow down and save Pickering’s history They’re just derelict buildings to the federal government, but to many people in Pickering the 25 buildings slated for demolition on the federal lands are more than that. They hold history inside and outside their aging wood and crumbling brick walls. But still, once again, Public Works and Government Ser- vices Canada, the department entrusted with managing the federal lands in Pickering for Transport Canada, is moving quickly toward what they deem a necessary demolition. The job is out to tender and potential contractors for the project received a look at the scope of the work with a tour of the site this week. However, they found more than vacant houses when they arrived. A small and determined group of local protesters demon- strated their opposition to the demolition project with songs, signs and a tractor all set up to make life difficult for the tour’s participants. Their message was the goal of stopping or slow- ing the march toward a future airport planned for the land. But a side issue to that is the historical heritage value of some of the buildings slated for destruction in the coming weeks. People want to know why the federal government continues to board up and tear down homes on the land? Homes they say could and should be lived in. It couldn’t be to make room for the proposed airport as it is still only a twinkle in the eye of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority. Construction won’t take place this year or next. It hasn’t even been approved. So, somehow allowances have to be made in order to help the residents who want to try to save some of the heritage buildings, or even remove parts of them. History is being bulldozed here and if residents want to save a portion, the fed- eral government owes it to them to work with the stakeholder groups. Pickering has proven it can fundraise to save historic buildings such as the Brougham Hotel. Thousands have been raised and the City has budgeted money for the project. These passionate groups have to be given a chance to target what they can salvage and examine if they have the resources to carry it out. Simply ignoring them is ignoring the continued respect for history that Pickering and its people have long taken pride in. MP should vote for constituents’ interests To the editor: Re: ‘Same-sex bill protects rights of the minority’, editorial, Feb. 6. Yo u note that religious groups are ‘free to refuse to perform marriages’ but failed to note that even the Supreme Court has stated that this is still subject to legal interpretation. In other words, right now this promise means absolutely nothing. Many supporters of this bill are using flowery rhetoric, but when you dig below the surface you realize there are many po- tential problems. Exactly how far does the freedom of religion extend? To justices of the peace who are of faith? Employers of faith? How about school teachers? Are Canadians aware that if this bill passes, the ‘minority’ who practice polygamy may very well make a legal challenge to recognize multiple wives? Is this wrong? Well, we could make the same argument for this ‘mi- nority’ as we are for the homosexual one. Where will it stop? If this bill is about the choice of Canadians, why is our prime minister forcing his cabinet to support it? It seems Ajax-Pick- ering MP Mark Holland has already made up his mind — not based on his constituents’ input, but because of an aunt. Mr. Holland, I would challenge you to truly serve your constitu- ents, not personal interest. Reverend Brendan Witton, Church Without Limits, Pickering NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief To ny Doyle, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail tdoyle@durhamregion.com; Mailing Address; 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. 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The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion. com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. Cutting up funding pie won’t be easy for premier D alton McGuinty has a problem: like a poor parent with many mouths to feed, he only has enough food for some of the kids. The premier’s decision is whether or not to divide all the food, and give everyone an equal share, or give some kids more than others. The food is government money and the mouths are the many priorities in the province. In a speech last April, the premier laid out his plan for education. Identifying a number of priorities for reform, he said the system had been allowed to slide during the Tory years, and that the future of public education was in dan- ger. Near the end of the speech, he said something extraordinary. Mr. McGuinty said that to deliver on his education agenda, “I am going to put money into education at the expense of other pro- grams.” Education funding would rise every year the Liberals were in power, he said. Now, Mr. McGuinty did provide more funding for education in his first budget — not enough, and not where it was most needed, some would argue, but more. However, with the release of Bob Rae’s report on post-secondary education, the question to Mr. McGuinty is: Does your education vision end at Grade 12, or continue into college and university? It’s a timely one because it’s budget time once again for the Province. Mr. Rae’s report details the lack of funding support that post-secondary education has received from the Prov- ince, and calls for more than $1 billion in new funding. It’s a well-written report and, while some might argue it’s a reci- pe for big tuition hikes, few can dispute that Ontario colleges and universities receive less support from their govern- ment than any other in Canada. They need and deserve more money from the Province. If post-secondary gets a lot of dough, the JK to Grade 12 system will likely get less. Both require more funding, but remember, Ontario is a big family and there are more mouths to feed. Health care, infrastructure and other areas are hurting, as well. I don’t mean to suggest that this ‘who get’s how much problem’ is a new one for Ontario governments and premiers. However, Mr. McGuinty has said other programs are going to get less, maybe even suffer a little, because education is the top priority. It sounds like, gulp, a promise. Will Mr. McGuinty keep it when the budget comes out, likely in April? We’ll see. Mike Ruta’s column appears every third Friday. E-mail mruta@durham region.com. Tough to feed so many mouths Mike Ruta staff writer EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 9 A/P Canadian Passport Photo’s $799 Digital Camera Prints 25¢ Rapid Photo Pickering Town Centre 905-837-9232 each SPECIAL SALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Ad vertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS B ARGAINS Wa lmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Wa lmart, 1899 Brock Rd. N., Pick. 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. * Delivered to selected households only Matthew Friday’s carrier o f the week is Matthew. He enjoys playing hockey & soccer. He will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Matthew for being our Carrier of the Week. Friday Feb. 11, 2005 News Advertiser * Ajax Sobey’s Store Ajax * Best Buy Ajax/Pick. * Canadian Tire Ajax/Pick. * Chef Yan Pick. * D.O.T. 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It’s about learning the basics, making new friends, and most importantly, having fun. Every year over 50,000 entry-level players across the country discover just how great the game can be. That’s why your local Tim Hortons is proud to sponsor Timbits Minor Hockey in the Durham community. The first goal is having fun. NO MORTGAGE BROKER FEES* Have you thought about taking advantage of the equity in your home to consolidate your debt AND help you PAY OFF YOUR MORTGAGE QUICKER! 1280 600 160 160 165 0 2,365 www.mortgageintelligence.ca A GMAC Company The example above is for illustration purpose only. Individual circumstances vary, and payment savings may increase or decrease depending on a variety of factors. Legal, appraisal and insurance fees may apply. Interest Rates subject to change. E & OE. If you take $340 of the payment savings and add this to your mortgage payment, your mortgage will be paid off 7.8 yrs earlier! 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On Fridays during February, youths can take in a movie in the youth room of the McLean Community Centre, at Westney Road and Magill Drive in Ajax. Following the movies, which include ‘Miss Evers Boys’ and ‘Redemption,’ a discussion will be held. There is also pizza and drinks. It runs from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturdays promise to be fun for chil- dren under 10, with crafts, African danc- ing and storytelling. It runs from 2 to 3 p.m. and it’s being held Feb. 12 and 19. On Sundays, Feb. 13 and 20, there are activities for adults, including fitness and wellness classes and movie viewing. They run from 1 to 4 p.m. To help celebrate the Town of Ajax’s 50th anniversary, It Takes a Village hosts the first All African Talent Show on Sun- day, Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. in the HMS Ajax Room of the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd. Anyone of African descent can audi- tion, including poets, singers, dancers, musicians, actors, storytellers, rappers or any other talent. Auditions are Saturday, Feb. 12 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at 1467 Whites Rd. N. (at the northeast corner of Whites and Kingston roads), Pickering. Most events during the month are $5 or free with the purchase of a Black to the Roots T-shirt, being sold for $20 for adults and $15 for children. For more information, call It Takes a Village at 905-427-7511 or visit www.itav. org. Aj a x, Pickering celebrate Black History Month A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com PERFECT! 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According to Joan Gates, president of the Ontario Public Service Employ- ees Union (OPSEU) Local 331, which represents all WMHC employees, the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care needs to factor additional funding into the divestment equa- tion, to bring WMHC sala- ries in line with those at other health-care facilities. “Right now we are hav- ing a lot of difficulty just filling positions and retain- ing employees, because no one wants to work for these salaries,” she said. “Just recently, we had 50 per cent of our social work- ers leave... That has a huge impact on the facility and the care that’s provided to patients.” Ms. Gates recently sent a strongly worded letter to Premier Dalton McGuinty, com- paring salaries of Ontario Pub- lic Service (OPS) employees at WMHC to those at broader public service hospitals like Lakeridge Health. The letter states that social work- ers at WMHC make an av- erage of $10,000 to $17,000 less than their non-OPS counterparts, while psy- chologists take home be- tween $17,000 and $25,000 less annually. WMHC administrator Ron Ballantyne confirmed that the situa- tion is cause for concern. “For some po- sitions, the sal- ary level is quite a bit below what people in com- parable posi- tions would be paid,” he said. “The public hos- pitals have a dif- ferent negotiation process, so over time, a disparity has occurred. It is an issue of importance that we are aware of.” If current negotiations with the Province do not result in salary increases before the divestment date, Ms. Gates said she is hopeful that pressure from WMHC employees will re- sult in extra funding as part of the transfer. However, Peter Chrich- ton, interim chief execu- tive officer for the WMHC board, said this is unlikely. “The employees will remain with OPSEU after the divestment, and what- ever contract is in place in terms of compensation and benefits will remain also,” he said. “If they are able to settle a new agreement with the Province prior to divest- ment, then that is what we will inherit.” The newly appointed board of directors for WMHC is expected to meet with ministry representa- tives in the coming weeks to set an official divest- ment date. LIFE DOESN’T ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL PAYDAY! (905) 426-5134 11 Hardwood Ave. S., Ajax OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • PAYDAY LOANS • TITLE LOANS • NO CREDIT NECESSARY • BORROW UP TO 50% OF YOUR PAY Mental health centre losing employees to low wages Joan Gates durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 11 A/P In Durham 11,630 people are on welfare This is the second in a 12-part series looking at Durham’s social services and the people served. By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — Steven Barr feeds himself for $1 every day. Heather Smith’s heart breaks each time she doesn’t have money for pizza and milk days at her children’s school. Their stories are upsetting. They speak nonchalantly of hardship, stigmas and survival, for these are part of daily life. And as you hear their voices, you realize that any- one could slip down the slope into poverty and have a desperate time clawing back out. In 1997, Mr. Barr was coming out of a funeral — for a friend who had died of a head injury — when he slipped on a sheet of ice and cracked his head. He spent months in hospital with a major concussion and minor brain injury. When Mr. Barr was discharged, the bank was about to foreclose on his house in Toronto. A friend helped him get the house back, sell it and purchase an 1870s home on Brock Street in Oshawa, where it was cheaper to live. Sipping Diet Coke, Mr. Barr, 61, has scraggly grey-brown hair pulled back in a pony tail. He wears one of his “boulevard surplus” finds, a red and white down coat, along with blue jeans and a pair of old glass- es. His smile is filled with gnarled teeth. Mr. Barr receives about $950 a month from the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). The fall has left him with some short-term memory loss, dexterity problems and very low self-esteem. “I never really had much self-es- teem, especially after the accident when they stamped me a cripple,” Mr. Barr said. “In general, as soon as people hear the words ‘brain damaged,’ they immediately think, ‘Well, he’s not useful.’ “I really would be happy to work.” So would Ms. Smith (not her real name). She’s been on welfare for years, but every step forward is met with two steps back. She’s tried going back for her high school diploma, and even had a job delivering papers. But she ac- cidentally dropped a bundle of fly- ers down a flight of stairs one day, and it slammed into her 4-year- old grandson, breaking his femur. When he’s not in preschool, she’s running him to therapy appoint- ments. Ms. Smith is running from an abusive ex-husband and doesn’t want her kids, 10 and 9, named in the paper. She has full custody of her grandson, who doctors be- lieve suffers from fetal alcohol syn- drome. She and her three kids survive on $1,573 each month. “It’s not easy living on what I get,” Ms. Smith said. “I struggle every single month. I don’t care what I look like, as long as my kids have nice clothes for school. “I’ve seen myself go without food for a couple of days to make sure they eat OK.” The saddest part about Mr. Barr and Ms. Smith’s stories is there are thousands more just like them in Durham: In 2004, there were 11,630 people on welfare, and 7,775 people receiving ODSP. Some may point fingers at Mr. Barr keeping four cats and Ms. Smith buying cable for her children. Others may cry foul about people defrauding the system or being on assistance when they don’t need to be. But Paul Cloutier says getting help is not a choice for the vast ma- jority of people, who he calls “the most vulnerable, powerless mem- bers of society.” “One of the biggest misunder- standings is, when you look at the rates, what’s the incentive to go on allowance?” said the director of income support for the Region of Durham, which administers welfare on behalf of the Province. “From that you’re supposed to find a place to live, find food, clothing, transportation.” Studies have shown that more people cheat on their tax returns than cheat the welfare system, he added, placing the number of fraudulent assistance cases at 2 to 3 per cent. “It is not a picnic being on wel- fare,” said Sandra Pupatello, the minister of community and social services. “This is not a rich program that allows them to live like kings.” When she took over the social services portfolio, she said it was embarrassing to see the lack of sup- ports to get people back to work — especially after the Conservative Mike Harris government fanfare about that very issue in the ‘90s, when welfare was renamed Ontario Wo rks. The same government also slashed payments to recipients by 21 per cent. “Even if they could work some, they’re so concerned that their earnings would get them kicked off the system,” Ms. Pupatello said of the people on assistance. Between Ontario Works and ODSP, there are 800 rules for eligibility, she added. Hugo Lorenson knows all about that. As a staff lawyer for the Dur- ham Community Legal Clinic, he helps low-income individuals ap- peal Ontario Works and ODSP de- cisions, which make up 80 per cent of the clinic’s cases. “(The system) is highly technical, very legislated,” he said. “For a lot of these people, even understand- ing the decision letters is a chore in itself. “That can be very hard for some- one with low education, or language difficulties or physical ailments.” The Liberals’ plan to reform the system includes letting recipients keep education funds for their chil- dren to help end the cycle of pov- erty, exempting money kids make in part-time jobs, establishing an overpayment recovery unit and no longer requiring liens on homes to receive social assistance. But the Fraser Institute, a right- wing think tank, says the Harris reforms of 1995 helped remove 680,000 off welfare, reduced social assistance expenditures by 42 per cent and decreased the number of low-income families. “These economic and social gains could be jeopardized if the Ontario government rolls back the post-1995 welfare reforms and eliminates diversionary policies and sanctions... and extends new income supports to employable adults,” the institute’s report card on welfare said. Mr. Cloutier said most people do not want to be on social assistance; they want to be working. But some are barred by education, health problems or child care. “I wish I didn’t have to live on it,” Ms. Smith said. “If I had the choice to get a job, I think I’d do that and not have to live on welfare.” Most powerless, vulnerable need social assistance A look at the maximum social assistance Ontario Works 1 adult: $535 1 adult and 2 children: $1,118 2 adults and 5 children: $1,595 ODSP 1 adult: $959 1 adult and 2 children: $1,738 2 adults and 5 children: $1,981 How to get help Ontario Works 850 King St., Oshawa 1-877-272-8610 or 1-877-272-8613 www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/CFCS/en/pro- grams/IES/OntarioWorks/default. htm Ontario Disability Support Pro- gram 1400 Hopkins St., Whitby 905-665-1030 or 1-800-722-1196 or 905-665-1053 for hearing/speech impaired www.cfcs.gov.on.ca/cfcs/en/pro- grams/IES/OntarioDisabilitySup- portProgram/default.htm Durham Community Legal Clinic 419 King St. W. (Oshawa Mall), unit 3512 905-728-7321 or 1-888-297-2202 www.durhamcommunitylegalclinic. ca A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Hugo Lorenson, a staff lawyer at Durham Community Legal Clinic, helps low- income people appeal Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program decisions. Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo Steven Barr has managed to retain his home despite tough times. He receives $950 a month in disability support after he suffered a serious head injury in 1997. Almost 8,000 Durham residents receive disability support from the Province. Hand In Hand A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com women’s Price Cut $4999 men’s Levi’s 501 & women’s Levi’s 516 jeans.Reg. $59.99. sale $999-$2999 women’s fashions by ToGo™& ToGo™Sport Includes petites. 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DVD without Trade&Save $25.87. more than you came for Mental illness fo r um tackles suicide, self-injury and depression ‘It’s not easy to hear this stuff,’ says director By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — If your high school-aged child is eating little, when he used to eat lots, or sleeping all day, when she used to be up at the crack of dawn, these could be the warning signs of a mental illness. Oshawa parents last week learned to be aware of indicators and to be pre- pared to engage their teens if they notice behaviour that seems unusual, such as a change in eating or sleeping patterns. Representatives from the Canadian Mental Health Association and Distress Centre Durham were on hand at Dr. F.J. Donevan Collegiate Institute last Thurs- day for Understanding Teens, described as “an open forum on depression, sui- cide and self-injury.” “If you are afraid, if you are fearful, if your gut is saying to you, ‘is my kid think- ing of suicide?’ there’s only one thing to do, ask the question,” Barb Hiff, execu- tive director of Distress Centre Durham, told the audience of roughly 40 people. She encouraged parents to be on the lookout for suicide stressors such as the loss of a parent or boyfriend, noting that suicide isn’t a snap decision, but one that builds for a long time. Christina Morino, program leader of education and training at the Canadian Mental Health Association, Durham branch, described self-injury as inten- tional, self-inflicted bodily harm, severe enough to cause tissue damage or leave marks, but not to cause real harm. No one particular type of person engages in self-injury, however a higher proportion of females than males cuts themselves and the like. “Most often it is a mechanism for cop- ing with the emotional distress,” she said. Young people who self-injure wear con- cealing clothing at all times, avoiding situations where more revealing clothing may be expected, and offer excuses for how their injuries occurred, “Often self-injuring teens feel that they can’t be understood,” said Ms. Morino. However she says it’s important for parents to recognize signs of distress and talk with their kids, listening to them and being non-judgemental. She cited a study of Ontario teens that found one in eight had reported suicidal ideations, one in 20 felt like they had no one with whom they could confide, and an additional five per cent had been pre- scribed medication to treat depression, anxiety or both problems. But many young people don’t seek help because of the stigma associated with mental illnesses, where sufferers are often stereotyped and considered weak. “It’s up to us to support each other and understand each other so we can get past the stigma,” said Ms. Morino. The Talking About Mental Illness (TAMI) program in local high schools helps students look beyond the stigma to the reality. The four-day program for Grade 11 students sees speakers diag- nosed with a mental illness visit schools and speak to students. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 13 P Pickering Town Centre 1355 Kingston Road (905) 831-3330 www.laurasecord.ca Come see the new look of Laura Secord at Pickering Town Centre Celebrate our grand re-opening with fabulous gift ideas. Extreme Makeover Canadian Style SAVE $5 off any purchase of $20*or more. *Before taxes. No cash value. Original coupon only. Cannot be combined with any other offer or prior sale.Offer expires February 14th, 2005. Offer valid at Pickering Town Centre only. Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Request for Public Opinion on the Proposed Nursing Home Annual Licence Renewal of Ballycliffe Lodge Nursing Home, Ajax 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 March 14, 2005 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 #217-05 on all written submissions. The Director will consider all submissions before making a final decision. 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Durham College students Matt Curzon and Lindsay Crosty wonder if they could make the cut in talking with Susanne Pollack, right, a Great Blue Heron recruiter. DURHAM — A University of Ontario Institute of Technol- ogy and Durham College vice- president has been named to the top position at Toronto’s Ryerson University. Sheldon Levy, UOIT’s vice- president of finance and strat- egy, will take over as president of Ryerson for a five-year term beginning Aug. 1, 2005. He had been with UOIT and Durham College since last February, and will remain in his cur- rent role for the next several months. “Sheldon was instrumental in putting together the UOIT business plan and capital de- benture,” said UOIT president Gary Polonsky. “His advice and advocacy have been in- valuable to our new univer- sity in so many ways. He has helped secure resources for the campus, and set us along a long-term path in the service of our academic mandate.” Prior to joining UOIT in 2004, Mr. Levy was vice-president of government and institutional relations at the University of To ronto. He was president of Sheridan College from 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, he worked at Yo rk University. He has a BSc. and masters in mathematics from York University, and re- ceived an honorary doctorate from York in 1999. Mr. Levy said he continues to support UOIT and Durham College. “UOIT and DC have a great future serving the people of the region,” he said. “I am looking forward to being a friend at the system table, and continuing to encourage the development of this unique campus.” UOIT VP named president of Ryerson A/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com Paid for by the Government of OntarioEvery year, thousands of Ontarians stop smoking. For themselves. For their families. For life. You can too. So set your quit date. And for help, call Smokers’ Helpline: 1-877-513-5333. You’d give up your life for them. Is that why you’re still smoking? FINAL WINTER SALE TAKEANADDITIONAL 50% OFF ALREADY REDUCED FALL AND HOLIDAY MERCHANDISE TO MMY HILFIGER OUTLET FIRST PRO PICKERING, 1899 Brock Road FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY We can be reached at 905-683-5110 NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING — A little one- on-one leads to togetherness for residents of a Pickering nursing home. The Community Nursing Home Pickering needs volun- teers to spend time with seniors in its ‘One-To-One Visiting’ program. Tasks include taking walks through gardens, attend- ing recreational programs, and reminiscing about past or pres- ent issues with seniors. A mini- mum commitment of once a week for approximately an hour is required. “It is a great opportunity for people to volunteer who don’t have a lot of extra time in their lives,” said Jennifer Tedford, vol- unteers co-ordinator, in a press release. “Unfortunately, some of our residents do not have other supports in their lives and in some cases the one-to-one visitor is the only company the resident may receive during a week.” Many volunteers report that spending time with a senior has been one of the most rewarding and unique experiences in their life, added Ms. Tedford. Individuals wishing to sign up for the program must first complete an application form, be involved in an interview pro- cess, have at least two refer- ences, provide a tuberculin skin test and police record check, and successfully complete ori- entation. All volunteers are asked to make at least a six-month com- mitment. For more information, call Jennifer Tedford at 905-831- 2322 ext. 297. Volunteer some time in Pickering sportsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 15 A/P pickeringtowncentre.com Pickering Town Centre, in partnership with over 30 school choirs from across Durham Region hosted the 10th Annual Choirs Festival on Sunday, February 6th at Centre Court. St. Monica Catholic School celebrated a first place finish, followed by Pickering Christian School who placed second, and E.A. Fairman who placed a respectable third. The Choirs Festival preliminary rounds took place at Pickering Town Centre on January 24th, 25th & 26th with a total of 32 schools competing. Over 2,000 children participated in the event, showcasing their talents to an audience of several hundred shoppers, par- ents, grandparents and friends. Choirs Festival Finale Congratulations to the following participating schools: C.E. Broughton Public School E.A. Fairman Public School Bellwood Public School Ecole Corpus-Christi Fairport Beach Public School Frenchman’s Bay Public School Gandatesetiagon Public School Holy Redeemer Catholic School Immaculate Conception Catholic School Jack Miner Public School Leslie McFarlane Public School Lord Elgin Public School Pickering Christian School St. Francis de Sales Catholic School St. Monica Catholic School St. Theresa Catholic School St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School T.R. McEwan Public School Uxbridge Public School Westney Heights Public School Whitby Montessori School William Dunbar Public School A live CD was recorded during the preliminary rounds of the festival, and will be available for purchase at Pickering Town Centre’s Guest Services as a fundraiser. Marketing Coordinator, Helen Edwards describes this event as “an inspirational concert, appeal- ing to the child in all of us… The Choirs Festival brings back that magical feeling of being a child.” With the continued support of its local community, Pickering Town Centre has funded the festival for the past nine years. “Pickering Town Centre recognizes its role as a “community centre” for many people in Durham Region”, says Edwards. 1st Place - St. Monica Catholic School 2nd Place - Pickering Christian SR 3rd Place - E.A. 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D ICK S HINN J OE N IRO G REG C RUMP J OHN W AKALUK W AYNE S IBERRY Watch for us Wednesday, Friday and Sunday for all your local news. NEWS ADVERTISER By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — Thanks to her neigh- bours, Jennifer Rue is driving toward a goal. After a year of confinement to her basement apartment in Pickering, Ms. Rue is in dire need of a driver’s licence. With her husband at work all day, no money to invest in professional driv- ing lessons and no family or friends to help her obtain her licence, Ms. Rue found good neighbours in her time of need. With the donation of their time, even their automobiles, Rue’s neighbours pitched in to aid the aspiring driver. “I really need to be more indepen- dent. I hate having to rely on others to get around,” said Ms. Rue. “I feel as though I am a nuisance to (my neigh- bours). I don’t understand why they are so accommodating, or why they are so nice — they just are and I’m so appreciative of that. They’re amazing.” Ms. Rue, who had already failed the test once before, grew increasingly dis- couraged with driving after the car she was driving in her second attempt at obtaining her G2 was hit by another car. Ms. Rue explains she was struck by a woman who ran a red light. In spite of her bad luck, the 29-year- old hopes to one day open her own dog walking service, understanding that an automobile is a requirement of any successful business. “It seems like everything and every- one is against me getting my licence,” said Ms. Rue. “However, I must com- mend (my neighbours). These people have really helped me during a hard time in my life. I don’t know how I can ever repay them.” Thanks to her neighbours Judy Ritchie, Cindy Conchomby, Mr. and Mrs. Patel, Petra Reiss, Jen Babke and especially Joe Romita, who has per- mitted Ms. Rue the use of his car for her third attempt at a G2, Ms. Rue has had the opportunity to continue her quest for a licence. Good neighbours show a lot of drive for Pickering woman Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Jennifer Rue, right, is working on obtaining her driver’s licence with the help of some very “accommodating” neighbours in her building, from left, Judy Ritchie and Joseph and Bronwen Romita. DURHAM — Six local organizations, including an Ajax group, have received grants from the Ontario Trillium Foun- dation. The grants are meant to foster learn- ing and skills development to create more opportunities for people to en- gage in their communities. Trillium, an agency of the Ontario Ministry of Culture, receives $100 mil- lion of government funding annually. The money is generated through On- tario’s charity casinos. Locally, the following groups re- ceived grants: • It Takes a Village Family Resource Centre received $75,000 over one year to develop an action and sustainabil- ity plan for this new resource centre, which provides services to African-Ca- nadian communities in Ajax-Pickering; • Central Seven Association for Com- munity Living received $128,200 over three years for a computer network system; • Clarington Youth Matrix, care of the John Howard Society of Durham Re- gion, received $65,000 over one year; • Durham Region Volunteer Manage- ment Network, care of the Volunteer Resource Centre of Durham Region, received $70,000 over 18 months; • Eastview Boys’ and Girls’ Club re- ceived $25,000 over seven months; and • Loyal Order of Moose, Oshawa Lodge Number 2132, received $13,000 over one year to make improvements to its Oshawa community facility, which is used for social and recreational activi- ties. 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Pe rhaps you need an offi ce now, but down the road when your son becomes a teenager he might like to have that space as a bedroom and a private place to hang out with his friends. Ample space will be necessary. If the attic is going to be a bedroom, is there room for a closet, a dresser and a bed? What about a desk for doing homework, a television and a computer? Will it be possible to include a bathroom? Is the plumbing on the fi rst level located in a position where it can be accessed in the attic space? Is there enough space for a full or half bath? You may need a contractor to answer some of these basic questions. A project of this size may require new fl ooring, windows, wallboard, heating and if necessary, air conditioning. The contractor will be able to tell you if the supporting walls are strong enough to support the extra weight of a fi nished room. They will also be able to tell you the feasibility of running ductwork into the space for both heating and cooling. Often a separate heating and cooling unit (like those found in hotel rooms) will be recommended. As you are considering a conversion, take a good look at any existing insulation between the rafters. If there is none, a conversion is the perfect time to include it. Good insulation will reduce your heating and cooling needs, making your home more comfortable and cost effi cient. Insulating the fl oor will also reduce the noise level for those on the lower fl oor. Once you’ve decided to proceed with the project, go to your local library for ideas. The home improvement section will have many books you can browse through or take home. Even books that may seem out of date will have ideas worth considering. The periodical section of most libraries also contains the latest home improvement and design magazines that you can look through for additional ideas. As the conversion gets underway, there will be even more questions your contractor will ask you, such as where to locate the electrical outlets, light switches, telephone line, cable connection, etc. Thinking about these important elements ahead of time will How to convert an attic keep you from making hasty decisions. W hile the contractor is working on the remodelling, you can choose the fi nishing touches, such as paint colour, fl ooring and furniture. Be sure to consider the dimensions of the stairway leading up to the attic. Some stairways can be quite narrow in older homes, making it diffi cult, if not impossible, to get furniture upstairs. You should measure the doorway at the bottom of the stairs as well as the stairway itself, in conjunction with the pieces of furniture you hope to move. Converting an attic can easily run between $8,000 and $10,000 depending on the size and condition of your existing space. It is an investment in your home and your future, so make wise decisions. Get estimates from several contractors, and hire a reputable contractor who does good work, not the one who brings in the lowest price. Finishing the attic in your home will defi nitely raise the value of your property, but not necessarily dollar for dollar. So make the improvements according to what best fi ts the needs of your family and you’ll be happy with the outcome. Pickering Home & Leisure Centre 401 & Brock Road, Pickering 905-619-4554 Hwy #401 Pickering Home & Leisure Centre Amish Furniture Brock RoadCanadian Tire N BB rin g th e k id s, Brin g t h e ki ds, th ey ’ll en jo y o u rthey’ll e nj o y o ur p lay ro o m w h ile yo u sh o p ! playr o o m w hil e y o u s h o p! Back row L to R: Deanna, Dave, Randy, Craig, Luke, Paula, Holly, Rosemarie. 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Those nominating candidates should concentrate in detail on individ- ual achievements (at home, at work, or in the community), contributions to the well-being of the community, either lo- cally or in the world (socially, economi- cally or culturally) and contributions as role models to other women (vision and pioneering spirit in the advancement of women, education and encourage- ment.) There’s no need to designate a category or field except for the Young Women of Distinction Award. The winners will be honoured at a gala dinner on May 12 at the Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility in Ajax. Hon- orary chairwoman this year is Joanne Burghardt, editor-in-chief of Metroland Durham newspapers and a previous Women of Distinction winner. Host for the evening will be Jenn Jones, from Chex TV. Tickets until March 31 are $75. After that, they are $85. Proceeds go to YWCA Durham programs. Donations for a silent auction and raffle are being accepted. To nominate a candidate or purchase tickets, call 905-723-2538 ext. 207 or send an e-mail to wod@sympatico.ca. YWCA wants to hear nominations for Durham’s women of distinction SATURDAY, FEB. 12 DANCE: The One Parent Families Association, Ajax-Pickering chapter holds a Valentine’s dance at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., at 8 p.m. Dress code is in effect. All are welcome. Tickets are $12 for members and $14 for non-members. Call Judy at 905-426-4646 or visit www.opfa. net. MONDAY, FEB. 14 VALENTINE’S LUNCHEON: St. An- drew’s Presbyterian Church holds its 16th annual luncheon from noon to 3 p.m. In addition to door prizes, entertainment will be provided by Yan Brumwell, Glenda Varty and Gary Faulkner. Tickets are $4 and available at the door. The church is at 35 Church St. N. in Ajax. Call 905-683-7311. TUESDAY, FEB. 15 BUSINESS CLUB: The Durham Contact Business Exchange Club meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. for a breakfast meeting at the Victoria Gardens Restaurant in Ajax, 570 Westney Rd. S. The non-profit club of small business owners meets for networking, 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.durhamcontactbusi- ness.com. PARENT SUPPORT: A parent sup- port group meets in Ajax every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, run- ning away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. For more information and meeting location, visit www.apsgo.ca, or call 416-223- 7444 or 1-800-488-5666. DISCUSSION GROUP: The guest of the Ajax Senior Friendship Club’s Tuesday Morning discussion group is Graham Ducker, a retired school teacher and author, who will discuss his life and experiences. The weekly meetings are at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd. in Ajax beginning at 9:30 a.m. Call Louise Johnson 905-683- 7799 or Shirley Bruce 905-428-8711. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 16 AJAX-PICKERING TOASTMAS- TERS: The club invites people inter- ested in improving and developing quick-thinking, self-confidence and personal growth skills to its weekly meetings. The club meets at 7:15 p.m. and the meetings run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre, Mont- gomery Park Road at Brock Road. Call Renata at 905-426-9786 or Dianne at 905-619-6716. HEAD INJURY: The Head Injury Association of Durham Region, Ajax-Pickering Connections group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Duf- fins Room at the Ajax Community Centre. The centre is at 75 Centen- nial Rd. in Ajax. Call 905-723-2732. ONE-PARENT SUPPORT: The One Parent Families Association, Ajax-Pickering chapter meets every Wednesday at the Ajax Cricket Club, corner of Monarch Avenue and Clements Road, for both cus- todial and non-custodial parents, whether your children are two or 42. Meetings are at 8 p.m., except for the first Wednesday of each month when it’s 8:30 a.m. Call 905- 426-4646 or visit www.opfa.net. EUCHRE: The Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 hosts open euchre at 8 p.m. at the legion, 1555 Bayly St. Pickering. There are prizes and refreshments. Cost is $4 or seniors $2. Call 905- 839-2990. THURSDAY, FEB. 17 SEAC MEETS: The Durham District School Board’s special-education advisory committee (SEAC) meets at 6:30 p.m. in Room 2020 at the education centre in Whitby, 400 Taunton Rd. E. (at Anderson Street) in Whitby. The meetings are open to members of the public, who are welcome to observe but not par- ticipate. TEEN GROUP: Catholic Family Ser- vices of Durham begins a 10-week educational group for teens aged 12 to 17, running Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is re- quired and the fee for 10 sessions is $100 (subsidy available). Topics include feelings and anger, commu- nication skills, thoughts and anger, assertiveness training, and stress management. The meetings are at 250-252 Bayly St., in Ajax. Call 905- 428-1984, ext. 16. FRIDAY, FEB. 18 SCOUTS: Scouts Canada Owasco Area is holding an information dis- play at the Pickering Town Centre on the lower level near Sears from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Scouting staff is available to talk about registering and other interests. To have your item in- cluded in Billboard, e-mail news editor David Stell at dstell@durhamregion.com. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 27 A/P Billboard FEBRUARY 11, 2005 Why wait? It’s Canada’s favourite! 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ThisCivicSedan DXfeatures: •1.7LSOHC16-Valve Engine •4-Wheel Independent Suspension • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bars •Tachometer •ECU Immobilizer •60/40 Split Folding Rear Seatback •Power Steering & Brakes •Civic’sExclusive FlatRearFloor •Ultra-Low Emission Rating •RearHeaterDucts •Dual FrontVanityMirrors •Centre Console Storage Box…and much more. * 198$ PER MONTH FOR 60 MONTHS O.A.C. PURCHASE FINANCING O.A.C. † 0$DOWN PAYMENT SECURITY DEPOSIT 2.9% WITH OR and AS LOW AS ‡ A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com The following movies open in theatres this weekend. Pooh’s Heffalump Movie Directed by Frank Nissen Starring: Jim Cummings, John Fiedler, Nikita Hopkins and David Ogden Stiers. Rated: G Awakened by a rumbling that could only be made by the much- feared Heffalump, Pooh, Piglet, and Tigger set out to capture the feared creature once and for all. Disregarded as too young to partake in such a dangerous expe- dition, Roo opts to search on his own, with far greater success than his friends. In meeting a young, playful Heffalump named Lumpy, Roo quickly learns an important les- son: Heffalumps are nothing like what he’s been told, and he has much more to gain by befriending Lumpy than fearing him. Hitch Directed by Andy Tennant Starring: Will Smith, Eva Mendes, Amber Valletta and Kevin James. Rated: PG-13 Alex ‘Hitch’ Hitchens is the leg- endary — and deliberately anony- mous — New York City “date doc- tor” who, for a fee, has helped countless men woo the women of their dreams. While coaching Albert, a meek accountant who is smitten with a glamorous celebrity, Allegra Cole, Hitch finally meets his match in gorgeous, whip-smart Sara Melas, a gossip columnist who follows Allegra’s every move. The ultimate professional bach- elor, Hitch suddenly finds himself falling deliriously in love with Sara, a reporter whose biggest scoop could very well be the unmasking of Manhattan’s most famous date doctor. Also in opening this weekend is Ong-bak, the Thai warrior and Imaginary Heroes. Roo turns out to be the better hunter, roping in the Heffalump after Winnie and the rest of the gang in the 100 Acre Woods tell him he’s too young. FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com Catch Pooh as he tries to catch the Heffalump Roadhouse home to dreams of aspiring musicians Pickering program comes to Ajax for Sunday night show By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — Sum 41 can’t have it all, says Earl Johnson. Guitarist and vocalist for the quartet, Roadhouse, Johnson and his band mates, in conjunction with Legend Music Enterprises in Pick- ering, have amalgamated to offer up-and-coming musicians a stage to display their budding talent. In their program, ‘The Roadhouse Show’, Roadhouse and students of the music school travel to various venues throughout Durham Re- gion to unveil their evolving music skills and gauge whether or not it could lead to a possible career, ala Ajax band, turned worldwide rock sensation, Sum 41. “There’s definitely the talent to develop plenty of rock stars in Pick- ering,” said Johnson. “(The Road- house Show) offers students who want to take that next step in their music career the opportunity to play with a band in front of a live audience.” Johnson, an ex-member of Moxy, a travelling band of the 1970s that played with the likes of AC/DC, Boston and Styx, says there’s noth- ing like watching a student making their first live musical effort pull off a victory in front of a judging audi- ence. Debbie Broomer, co-owner of Legend Music Enterprises, has been working with Roadhouse for over a year and a half, introducing her students to the ins and outs of the business. Currently tutoring some 400 wanna-be stars, Broomer and her husband, Jim, co-owner of the business and vocalist in Road- house, are primarily concerned with providing a positive learning environment. “We’re always looking for new and creative ways to make learn- ing an enjoyable experience for our clientele. (Through The Roadhouse Show project) we’re able to present our students with the opportunity of performing before a live audi- ence and learning what it’s really like to be a professional musician,” she said. “We want to ensure that learning is fun. It’s the credo of our business.” A Pickering establishment since 1996, Legend has students ranging in age from eight to 50. Roadhouse and the students of Legend Music Enterprises are per- forming at the Wing Shack in Ajax Sunday, Feb. 13 from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, call 905- 831-0763. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo The band, Roadhouse, gathered at Legend Music in Pickering for a rehearsal recently. They are, from left, Marc Brown, Frank Russell, Earl Johnson and Jim Broomer. They perform with a group of music hopefuls this Sunday at the Wing Shack. Film circuit has plenty to plug into AJAX — ‘Bright Young Things’ lights up the screen at the next ses- sion of the Ajax Film Circuit. Adapted from Evelyn Waugh’s satirical novel, ‘Vile Bodies’, the movie examines the lives of pre- war revellers who were known in the press as the Bright Young Things of Mayfair. The movie is rated PG. It’s being shown Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Ajax Cin- eplex Odeon Theatres, at Hwy. 2 and Pickering Beach Road. The film circuit is a fundraising endeavour of the Friends of the Ajax Public Library. Tickets for the movie can be pur- chased in advance at branches of the Ajax Public Library for $6.50 or for $7 at the theatre on the day of the screening. On March 16, the circuit screens ‘Being Julia,’ starring Annette Be- ning, who won a Golden Globe award for her performance. The movie is based on the 1937 novel ‘Theatre,’ written by W. Somerset Maugham. The movie carries a 14A rating. On April 20, the feature is ‘Mo- torcycle Diaries,’ chronicling the early life of Che Guevara. It’s partly based on diaries of Guevara and the movie shows the personal growth of the man who became a revolutionary and folk hero. The movie was filmed in Spanish and has English subtitles. It is rated 14A. For more information on the film circuit, call Cheryl Braz at 905- 686-8446. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 29 P CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway (at Brock Road), Pickering • 905-686-2308 Many more unadvertised specials available instore. Hurry in for best selection. Sorry, no rainchecks or substitutions. Sale ends Thursday, February 17, 2005 or while quantities last. Limit 1 item per coupon. Original coupon only. Start The Bidding SILENT AUCTION on selected items Sat. Feb. 12 Persona Toss & Chop FOOD CHOPPING TOOL 42-1400-2 $999 With this coupon only Reg. 29.99 JJ o e y b r a v o ’s r i s t o r a n t e Going downtown for a great meal? Why? Joey Bravo’s has the most loyal customers in the GTA and is less than 15 minutes from most parts of Pickering Great Pizza, Pasta, Steaks, Veal, Chicken and Seafood Large and Reasonably Priced Wine List. BYOW in effect Attractive Dining Room and Seperately Ventilated Smoking Lounge 4505 Sheppard East (West of McCowan) 416-335-0120 www.joeybravos.com Dunbarton digs for its community roots Black History Month event a celebration of music, dance, poetry and more By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — History lives at Dunbarton High School. In an effort to educate the students on the importance of black history, the school’s Afro-Caribbean club has joined forces with a Toronto entertainment company, Up From The Roots, to convey the endless benefits of black culture. Using an assortment of music, dance, poetry and comedy sketches in a theat- rical presentation, the Feb. 8 event for Dunbarton stu- dents is just one of many the school has planned for February. “This is Black History Month and we want to en- sure our students know of all the great contributions the black community has made to society over the years,” said Eleanor McIntosh, a math and science teacher at Dunbarton and co-co- ordinator of the show. “We want to inspire students to be leaders in the community and to be proud of their heri- tage. However, in order to do that, students need to know their role models.” Even though the presenta- tion revolves heavily around the contributions of black people to modern day soci- ety, McIntosh is impressed with the many individuals of varying racial backgrounds involved in the production. With approximately 20 student volunteers, many of whom are associated with the Afro-Caribbean club, the show is a collaboration of professional and amateur presenters conveying the message of black history. The Afro-Caribbean club, a new program at Dunbarton, is a group of students dedicated to promoting black culture, as well as diversity and unity throughout the school and community, said club mem- ber and Grade 12 student Ed-Esther Petit-Homme. “I think black people are often represented as trou- blemakers in society,” said Petit-Homme. “What we’re trying to do here (at Dunbar- ton High School) is present black people in a different light. We want to try and ed- ucate students on the posi- tive effects of black culture and what black people have to offer the community.” Other activities planned this month include a lun- cheon, a career symposium, a dance production, a field trip and trivia week. Up From The Roots is a company dedicated to uplift- ing the community through entertainment. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Up From The Roots, a professional entertainment group, features dancers, in front from left, Priya Gosyne, Veemi Chouhan and Akimha Smith. Students at Dunbarton High School invited the group as part of a Black History Month presentation. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo A fine festival finale PICKERING – The Choir Festival Finale at Pickering Town Centre recently brought 40 school choirs together to perform, including Gandatsetiagon Public School led by, front, from left, Brianne Upshaw, Ilse Begraver and Breanna Murdock. Mu sic, laughter and dance DURHAM — Club Carib will celebrate Black History Month with a variety con- cert Feb. 19. The concert will feature comedian Dick Lochan, the Hummingbird Dancers, Ca- lypsonians, African drum- mers and more at Club Carib, 600 Wentworth St. E. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for seniors. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. That afternoon, the club is holding a Caribbean dance workshop, open to everyone ages four and up. The workshop will run from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The cost is $10 per person. A/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com • Live near GO, woods & downtown • Elegant enclave near the Lake • Beautiful 3 & 4 bedroom plans • Spa-style ensuites • Gourmet kitchen/Great Rooms • Access from garage to backyard GRAND MODEL OPENING $220’sFrom the sidebysidesemis WE HEAR YOU!At our Grand Model Opening in Ajax our incredible sidebysidesemis are separated from the garage back,giving direct access to your backyard. So why settle for a townhome? THE ROYAL VIKING MODEL I want a semi for the price of a town!I want a semi for the price of a town! HOURS: Mon.-Thurs.: 1 pm - 8 pm, Sat., Sun. & Hol. 11 am - 6 pm, Fri. by appt.Prices & info. are subject to change without notice. Map not to scale. 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Featuring the area’s leading Wedding Professionals Sunday, February 20, 2005 Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering 11:00 am - 5:00 pm For exhibitor information call Laurie Thompson at 905-683-5110 ext. 230 ~ lthompson@durhamregion.com Presented by: Sunday, February 13, 2005 Comprehensive pre-show supplement in your News Advertiser Bridal Fashion Show 3:00 pm Featuring: Sherwood Bridal, Bridal Wardrobe, KvH Fashions and Tuxedo Royale. Music, Light and MC by: Sight & Sound. Stage Decor by: KvH Fashions. Hair & Make-up by: Medoro's Hair Design Sponsored by: $1000 Gift certificate from $500 Gift certificate from FREE Brides Enter to WIN! Win an All Inclusive Resort Vacation for 2 valued at $4500 provided by: Wedding Bells magazine for first 200 brides! Tickets $6 ea. or 2 for $10 Tickets sold at the door Catering by: Bunny's Catering Travel Services 2005Spring Courtesy of: Food Court Area (905) 837-0564 OPEN ALL YEAR Mall Hours: Feb. 7 -Apr. 30/05 Income Tax Returns INSTANT CA SH REFUND (some exceptions apply) E-FILED REFUNDS IN ABOUT 2 WEEKS ALL INCOME TAX RETURNS PREPARED (Personal, Business, Corporations & Trusts) BOOKKEEPING SERVICES AVAILABLE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE READY CASH E-FILEE-FILE $10 OFF with this ad Expires March 31/05 Watch for us Wednesday, Friday and Sunday for all your local news. NEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 Tomato soup PICKERING – Margaret St. John Francies brandishes the shears as members of the cast of ‘A Bad Year for Tomatoes’ watch out for the wild woman in the latest stage production at Herongate Barn Theatre. From left are Diana Czortek, Paul Francies, Daniel Wyse and Don Green. The cast also includes Margaret Hughes and Rose Green and all of them are from Durham Region. The play is di- rected by Herongate owner Ann Ward and it revolves around a famous television star who is fed up with the pressures and demands of her career. So, in an attempt to keep people away, Myra Marlowe goes to Beaver Haven and invents a mad, homicidal sister, Sadie. Unfortunately, things don’t go according to plan. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Comic comes to breakfast DURHAM — Comic, actor and News Advertiser col- umnist Neil Crone brings some humour to the March breakfast meeting of The Writers’ Circle of Durham Region’s Writers’ and Edi- tors’ Breakfast Dialogue. Crone, who writes a weekly column for Metro- land newspapers, will be the guest speaker at the March 12 breakfast, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the Sports Garden Cafe in the Iroquois Park Sports Centre, Victoria and Henry streets in Whitby. Crone, of Sunderland, has appeared in numerous commercials, TV shows and has voiced cartoon charac- ters. His most recent movie roles include Jasper Texas, with Jon Voight, Against the Ropes, with Meg Ryan, and The Recruit, with Al Pacino. He’s appearing in the up- coming Disney TV movie, Beautiful Girl. He also writes poems and stories for young and old. To reserve a spot at the breakfast, call 905-686-0211 by March 9 and leave a mes- sage or send an e-mail to wcdrbreakfast@wcdr.org. Bluegrass society meets Feb. 27 DURHAM — The Pin- eridge Bluegrass Folklore Society will meet Feb. 27 for a jam and pickin’ session. Bluegrass and bluegrass gospel music acoustic in- struments, beginner to ad- vanced players are welcome to attend between 1 and 5 p.m. at the Woodview Com- munity Centre, 151 Cadillac Ave. N., Oshawa. The group meets the third Sunday of each month. Lis- teners, singers and pickers welcome. Admission for non-members is $4 at the door. A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com INSIDE Dunbarton, Pickering High and St. Mary are through to the second round of the Durham Region senior boys’ hockey playoffs. See page 33 Sports Briefs FEBRUARY 11, 2005 [ Hockey ]] Telus Lightning edges Oakville Ice DURHAM — Rookie Meagan Aarts scored her 10th and 11th goals of the season as the Telus Lightning defeated the Oakville Ice 3-2 in Na- tional Women’s Hockey League play at the Ajax Community Centre on Sunday. Sunday’s victory was only the fourth of the season for the Light- ning, who reside in the bottom of the NWHL’s Central Division with a mark of 4-26-4-0 for 12 points. Nikki Leone opened the scoring for Telus in the first period giving them the 1-0 lead. Almost 13 minutes later, Aarts picked up her first of the game only to have the 2-0 lead cut to 2-1 on a goal by the Ice’s Kim Insalaco. Midway through the second period Oakville’s Lindsay Vine tied the contest at 2-2, assisted by Dawn Macauley. The deadlock would re- main until midway through the third when Aarts scored the game winner, assisted by Tara Dunn. Mandy Cronin picked up the win for Telus, making 30 saves in the con- test. The Lightning have two games remaining, including one at the Ajax Community Centre against the Otta- wa Raiders on Sunday at 1 p.m. They finish the regular season on home ice against the Brampton Thunder on Tuesday, Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Panthers open playoffs against Markham tonight PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers and the Markham Waxers have finalized their opening-round OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League South Conference playoff series sched- ule. The Panthers open the best-of- seven series on the road at Markham’s Centennial Arena tonight (Friday) at 7:30 p.m. Game 2 is at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Other games are as follows: • Game 3, Wednesday, Feb. 16, Pickering Recreation Complex, 7:30 p.m.; • Game 4, Friday, Feb. 18, Markham Centennial Arena, 7:30 p.m.; • Game 5, Saturday, Feb. 19, Markham Centennial Arena, 6:30 p.m.; * • Game 6, Sunday, Feb. 20, Pickering Recreation Complex, 8 p.m. * • Game 7, Monday, Feb. 21, Markham Centennial Arena, 7:30 p.m. * * If necessary Rocking ‘n’ rolling at the Kia Cup Attendance figures picking up at provincial playdowns By Paul Futhey Staff Writer DURHAM — As the 2005 Kia Cup motors into today’s final round robin draw and the ensuing play- offs, initial attendance numbers indicate a general preference for night-time curling and an overall increasing interest in the 10-team event. “The crowds have been growing each day,” noted event chairperson Bob Winters. “I think everybody’s happy as far as the attendance is concerned.” Numbers through the first three days (six draws) appear to show two emerging trends: better over- all paid attendance figures for the evening draws and progressively increasing paid attendance within the afternoon and evening time slots. None of the draws have yet to completely fill the brand-new red, yellow and blue seats with spectators at Iroquois Park’s Pad 1, though Draw 6 on Wednesday evening came pretty close, said Winters. The seating is just part of Pad 1’s transformation to a curling venue (curlification?) where, outside, a pair of Kia vehicles — including the Sorrento sports ute — greet visitors approaching the south entrance. In addition to the tem- porary seating at the pad’s east end, the main scoreboard, now a four-sided television, has been jazzed up significantly and the glass around the boards has been removed. Tu esday night, Draw number 4, strains of a bagpipe are heard one minute after seven. The play- ers emerge from the visitors’ side at the south and, single-file, walk clockwise around the playing pe- rimeter to their starting positions lining the west end. After the na- tional anthem, some, in the act of throwing a rock, do some final stretches. Following one behind the other and wearing the same team jackets, they look like they’re on some sort of conveyor belt. The five matches get rolling. There are occasional bursts of ap- plause at a well-thrown stone as well as the collective sighs of dis- appointment for those rocks that fall just short of their intended targets. Like when Josh Adams’ last rock in the fourth end leaves Glenn Howard with a steal of one. A similarly soft groan goes up when Bryan Cochrane’s bid to hit and stick for two instead rolls off after the hit and he has to settle for one. His opponent, Wayne Middaugh, gets the hammer still leading 3-2 after five and goes on to a 10-4 vic- tory. As the evening moved on, the varying speeds of the matches see them start moving in opposite di- rections. The Middaugh-Cochrane match, in particular, took on a brisk pace and was easily the first to complete five ends but is not the first to wrap up that evening: How- ard, leading Adams by 10 after five ends, would that honour. That evening, the public address announcer took time to stress that rumours of a sold-out Middaugh- Howard match, to be played the following evening as part of Draw 6, are “incorrect.” He added that tickets for all remaining draws were still available. As it turned out, Draw 6 would post the best numbers to date with about 1,150 paid attendance (by comparison, that’s more than double what Draw 1, Monday af- ternoon, had in paid numbers). With numbers — in all draws — further swelled by the event volunteers and the provincial as- sociation club members, it made We dnesday night’s draw close to full capacity, Winters said. Given the trend, organizers are optimistic for the weekend, which culminates with Sunday’s 1:30 p.m. final. “Typically, with these events, it grows toward the weekends when the competition’s more tense,” said Winters. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Skip Wayne Middaugh yells out orders to his team as opposing skip Glenn Howard keeps an eye on the action during Kia Cup provincial curling champi- onship action in Whitby Wednesday night. Middaugh defeated Howard 6-2. Tribute to Pumas point guard killed in tragic car accident PICKERING — Pine Ridge Sec- ondary School will pay tribute to the memory of one of its star bas- ketball players with a tournament in his honour this weekend. Pine Ridge will host its first David Preston Memorial Basket- ball Tournament on Feb. 11 and 12 in honour of Preston, 18, who died in November in a single-vehicle car accident just days prior to the opening of the Durham Region se- nior boys’ basketball season. Pres- ton was the Pumas’ starting point guard. The eight-team tournament will feature senior boys’ squads from the Toronto area, York Region as well as Timmins. The Pumas open the event on Friday at 2 p.m. when they take on Gorman from Timmins. Other first-round games include SATEC vs. Riverdale Collegiate Institute of To ronto; C.W. Jeffreys of Toronto against Ajax’s J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate Storm and Maple High School against Francis Libermann from Toronto. The tournament resumes at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday morning, culmi- nating in the consolation champi- onship game at 5:30 p.m., followed by the championship final at 7 p.m. Pine Ridge Secondary School is at 2155 Liverpool Rd. N., just north of Finch Avenue. Preston memorial basketball tournament at Pine Ridge this weekend $$375375 2005 GOLF MEMBERSHIPS ANNANDALE CHURCH ST. 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Deadline for submissions is March 20th, 2005. DOLPHINS FOOTBALL CLUB Year 2005 Registration (905) 619-9180 www.dolphinsfootball.ca Ages 7 & up (equipment supplied) Whitby Iriquois Park, 500 Victoria St., Sat. Feb. 19, 9am-2pm FINAL REGISTRATION - NO EXCEPTIONS House League Registration 2005-$250.00 ($50 Refundable. Ask for details.) Birth Certificates Required New Coaches Welcome - Training provided Dunbarton, Pickering High also advance to second round DURHAM — The top two West Division seeds in Durham Region senior boys’ hockey are through to the next playoff round after sweep- ing their best-of-three series. The defending Lake Ontar- io Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) champion St. Mary Cath- olic Secondary School dispatched Whitby’s Henry Street High School in the minimum two games. The top-seeded Monarchs closed out the series with an em- phatic 5-2 victory in Whitby on We dnesday. Brian Gonsalves, Ryan Jackson, Dan Silva, John Wil- lis and Ryan Eickmeier scored for St. Mary. The Monarchs opened the series with a 8-0 win. Meanwhile, Dunbarton, the number-two seed in the West, swept O’Neill Collegiate from Os- hawa out of the playoffs with a 6-3 victory, also on Wednesday. Cody Pollard led the way with three goals, Mark Gertsakis, Mike Broaderip and Brad Vanderstar- ren added one apiece. Dunbarton won the opening game 5-1. Pickering High Trojans also punched their ticket for the next round after a two-game sweep of the Port Perry High School Reb- els. The Trojans blasted the Reb- els 8-2 in Game 2 of the series Wednesday. Paul Kent’s four-goal effort and a two-goal afternoon for Andrew Nolte keyed the Trojans’ victory. Darren McCloy and Greg Waller added one apiece. A third and deciding game will be needed to determine a winner in the Ajax High-Courtice Second- ary School series. Courtice knot- ted the series at one game apiece after defeating the Rams 4-3 in overtime on Wednesday. Steve Kurysh, Scott Annesley and Kyle Hay scored for the Ajax Rams. Ajax won the series opener 5-4. Notre Dame Catholic Second- ary School Cougars currently leads its series with the Oshawa McLaughlin Trojans one game to none after a 4-1 victory on Mon- day. Game 2 in the series was played on Thursday, with the result un- available at press time. Eighth-seeded J. Clarke Rich- ardson Storm of Ajax currently leads the top seed in the East, the Anderson Collegiate Raiders of Whitby, one game to none with a 4-2 victory on Tuesday. Game 2 in the series is on Thursday, with the result unavailable at press time. St. Mary grounds Hawks in high school hockey playoffs Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary’s Kyle Wetering attempts to chase down a Henry Street Hawks puck carrier during Durham Region senior boys’ hockey action on Tuesday. HIGH DEMAND INDUSTRY HAIRSTYLING DIPLOMA (graduate in 10 mths) ESTHETICS DIPLOMA (graduate in 7 mths) R e g i s t e r T o d a y ! R e g i s t e r T o d a y ! 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At Pitney Bowes, our unique knowledge of mail, facsimile, copier, software, financing and messaging, makes us singularly well positioned to provide integrated solutions to companies to meet their increasingly complex messaging needs. Our continued success and commitment to customer satisfaction have created excellent regular full-time opportunities in our Call Centre in Ajax for: •Bilingual Inbound Customer Service Representatives Position #21297 •Bilingual Collections Representatives Position #19259 •Inside Sales Representatives Position #21299 As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy significant earning potential as well as the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive and flexible benefits program. If you are ready for a new and exciting challenge and have been searching for an opportunity close to home, Pitney Bowes is your destination. Please visit our website at www.pitneybowes.ca and apply online. Select careers@pb and do a search for the specific position #. While we wish to thank all applicants for their interest, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Pitney Bowes supports the principles and practices of Employment Equity. ACTORS/MODELS/EXTRAS - Ex- tras Online is screening newborn to seniors for commercials, movies and catalogues. Auditions will be held in Bowmanville on Tuesday, February 15th, by appointment. 1- 866-376-2930. Registration $29.90 is refundable if not qualified. ARE YOU A DECORATOR at Heart? Great opportunity in the fabulous world of Home Decor until February 19th. Dena 905-426-3607 or Gloria 905-725- 6122. CASH DAILY $80 - $100!! Whole- sale Dist. Co. still needs 10 F/T people for CSR/Inventory/Market- ing. Advancement for those who excel. Car an asset. For an inter- view call Julie (905)571-3260 COUNTER PERSON required for Jefferson cleaners. Good working conditions, great co-workers, flex- ible hours. Apply in person 1794 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. DADDY O'S GRILL - Experienced waitress/waiter/cashier. Part-time, 3 days/week, 7 a.m.- 2p.m. 981 Brock Rd. S. Pickering. 905-420- 2547 before 5 pm. EXPANSION!Our wholesale Co. is about to open 2 new loca- tions, and we need help immedi- ately. Openings available from sales, office, and inventory. Call To ny 905-571-6444 EXPERIENCED COOK, dishwash- er and servers. Experience a must. Drop resume at El Rancho, 3500 Brock St. N. Whitby (north of Rossland) IMPULSE FITNESS requires day- time receptionist, nutritionist and certified candidate to conduct fitness assessments and personal training. Apply with resume, 2200 Brock Rd., N. 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 Yo nge St., Reference #7-107, Bar- rie,ON, L4N 4C8. (705)726-9070. JENSEN TRAILER SALES & SERVICE CLEAN UP PERSON NEEDED (Full-time position) For trailer Sales & Service operation located in Oshawa. Clean & pre- pare trailers for customers, must be energetic, able to prioritize and work well under pressure. Must be able to learn and able to multi- task. Forklift experience would be an asset. Must have valid Driver's license.Start date:Immediate Please fax resume & salary expec- tations to: 905-571-0404 LICENSED technician required for busy GM dealership in Ajax. Fax resume to Dave Gunn 905-683- 6130 SUPERINTENDANT- MATURE RESPONSIBLE handy couple re- quired for live-in position in low- rise apt building, high standards of cleaning, building and yard mainte- nance essential, (905)439-8893. MAGICUTS one of Canada's lead- ing chains requires full and part time stylist, for Oshawa and Whit- by salon. We offer: Competitive salary, opportunity for advance- ment, paid vacation, free training classes, monthly prizes, benefits. Join a winning team. Call Sabrina (905) 723-7323. ON CALL positions available at Waterview Child Care. Childcare experience required. ECE an as- set. Fax resumes to: 905-721- 0596 PLUMBING AND PARTS INC. Whitby looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individuals for retail sales. Experience in the bathroom industry would be a strong asset. Driver's license necessary. Con- tact David @ (905) 430-1502. Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Trai n You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 Christmas help req'd RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS want- ed immediately. Comparable pay, excellent working conditions. Fast-growing company, room for advancement. Permanent posi- tion. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242. TA X OFFICE requires experi- enced tax preparer. Fax resume to: 905-433-5534 TAXI DRIVERS needed immedi- ately for a very busy company. Male/Female, full/part time. Call 905-427-7770. WELCOME WAGON has open- ings in our Special Events and Business Professional pro- grammes. This is a part-time/com- mission position and requires car, and computer with e-mail. Must be self-motivated, a team player and sales experience an asset. Must send resume to gyork@cogeco.ca Website www.welcomewagon.ca COLOUR TECHNICIAN, 2-yrs exp.Manage colour department, work exclusively with artistic direc- tor, Salon Miguel, Oshawa. Salary negotiable and/or commission in- centives. Call 905-723-7600 for appointment. SALON / SPA RECEPTIONIST - Professional appearance with cashiering, people and phone skills a must to join our team. Apply in person: Valentino's, 210 Brock St., downtown Whitby. THE FACIAL PLACE,P/T Recep- tionist Sat. & Sun. for Whitby spa. (905)668-8128 Also RMT req'd for Pickering spa (905)831-9700 FULL TIME LICENSED CLASS A MECHANIC required for auto shop in Ajax. Minimum 5 yrs. experi- ence. Vehicle & own tools re- quired. Call 905-427-4323. HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN,Expe- rienced Hydraulic Technician to re- pair Horizontal Balers and Convey- ors. Starting A.S.A.P. Permanent Full time Pickering location. Good driving record. Fax 905-420-0319, email jobs@machinexrt.ca or mail resume to Machinex Recycling Technologies 817 Brock Rd. S. Unit 11, Pickering, ON L1W 3L9 LICENCED MECHANIC $30/hour Phone or fax 905-623-4286 LICENSED MECHANIC with own tools required ASAP. Call 905- 448-9516 or fax: 905-576-8236. LICENSED TOOL Maker/Preci- sion Machinist. Required for pro- gressive machine shop which has a wide diversity of work. Fully con- versant with all manual machines. CNC experience an asset but not required. Competitive rates and benefits. Clean work environment. Fax resume to 905-697-8826. NEEDED ASAP, experienced ICI Construction Superintendent (con- tract) for local warehouse/freezer project. E-mail resume to: bhofland@maple.ca or fax: 905-821-4822 OSHAWA AUTO ELECTRIC Re- builder requires Alternator/Starter Rebuilder. Prefer experienced but will train if qualified. Must be me- chanically inclined and know what OHM's law is. Please fax resume to 905-432-8487 or deliver to: Commercial Alternator & Starter, 500 Raleigh Ave., Unit 19, Oshawa, ON PLUMBER OR APPRENTICE required for new work, renova- tions, repairs. Established Oshawa company. Call 905-436-5105. WELDERS/ PLATE FITTERS Required by well established Plate Fabricator in Ajax. Min. 10 years exp. Top wages and benefits Fax resume to 905-428-6933. CLERICAL PERSON,full-time position for service dealership in Whitby. Experience in Microsoft Office and strong telephone skills req'd. Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.- 5p.m. Email resume to: lmcnair@jhryder.com LEGAL Assistant with some Tera- view experience for Ajax Law Firm. Fax resume with salary expecta- tions to 905-428-8666. No Phone Calls Please. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 11, 2005, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com *RARE OPPORTUNITY* Due to increasing volume, Team Formula requires 1 SALES CONSULTANT •Great Floor Traffic •Above average compensation plan •Demo Plan •Strong Management Support •Excellent Benefit Pkg. incl. Pension •Aggressive advertising support For Appt. contact Brian Silver or Dan Andrews at 905-839-6666 or Fax resume to: 905-839-6008 Durham's #1 Ford Dealer! is seeking EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE SALES PROFESSIONALS to join our expanding sales operations.We offer an excellent commission and bonus package as well as a company demo. Please fax resume to: 905-576-6078 Sunnycrest Nursing Home,Whitby an accredited Nursing Home caring for 136 residents, is seeking a REGISTERED DIETITIAN This part time contract position functions within the Long-Term Care Facilities Dietary Program Standards. Fax resume to: Administrator 905-576-4712 WHITBY OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN FEB. 12-13 1-4 P.M. 6 Janedale Cres. Whitby (Kendalwood/Dundas) IMMACULATE MOVE-IN COND. Attract. Decor, 3-bed, 1700 sq. ft. incl. f/r with w/o, fireplace, deck, cabana, lot 187' deep. Ceramics, hardwood, carpet, int.lock brick. $225,900 905-725-1358 3 3 & 7 7 Falb y C rt ., A j ax Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 www.a j ax ap artm e nts .c o m 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 Incentive Program ●Senior Discounts ●Upgraded Security System Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 Accounting Clerk/ Bookkeeper Full Time Oshawa based New Home Builder requires experienced, self moti- vated person with good communication skills. Job description includes AP, AR, job costing, etc. Excellent computer skills essential. Please fax resume and salary expectations to: 905-436-3465 OFFICE HELP in Oshawa, close to 401. Romanian speaking an as- set. English fluency mandatory. E-mail: jim@culturemix.ca WANTED - Part Time Receptionist for a busy real estate company, evenings and weekends. Please fax resume to: 905-665-8876 EXPERIENCED SALES REP. in Labels and Bar Code Printers required for established territory in the EAST END. Email resume to: sales@flexomark.com or fax resume to: 905-678-7058 NEW HOME SALES - WHITBY. Hostess/sales assistant required. Par t-time, Monday to Thursday & full-time weekends. Will train. No licensed agents. Phone: 905-723- 0476 or fax: 905-723-3972. SALES/MARKETING REP with experience required for a Ajax Publisher for conference and book publishing division. Proven track record and organizational skills a must. Email resume to: rwh@rogers.com SCARBOROUGH Swimming Pool & Hot Tub Company is seeking en- thusiastic Inside Sales Rep. Fax all resumes to: 905-686-3146. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/AS- SISTANT required for full time position in North Oshawa office. Abeldent experience required. Please fax resume to 905-436- 1350. EXPERIENCED DENTAL RECEPTIONIST required for Scar- borough office. Full time. Call 905- 420-6226. RMT Required for physio/massage clinic in Ajax. Saturdays with nego- tiable weekday/evenings. Please Fax resume to: 905-428-8830. Rainbows and Roses Massage Hot Stones, Aroma Therapy, Reiki, Crystal and Colour Therapy. (905)837-7564 EXPERIENCED GENERAL CON- TRACTOR (tile, trim, carpentry, drywall, etc.) interested in full time employment in Durham Region. 905-986-1950, days 9a.m. - 6p.m. $0 PAYMENTS for 1 year! New luxury 3 bedroom, double garage, fabulous kitchen, inviting living space with oversized windows one acre by Lake Scugog from $260,990. 1-877-878-9899. 88 BEDELL CRES. WHITBY.All brick 2-storey. 4br, 2-1/2 baths. Ceramic tile, finished basement. OPEN HOUSE Sun. Feb 13, 2-4pm or call anytime (905)571- 2139. $319,000. No agents. N.E. OSHAWA Private Sale. 2,200 sq ft. ravine lot, quality built Jeffrey home, 2-storey, 3-bdrms, 3-1/2 baths, h/w flooring, gas f/p & ca- thedral ceilings in familyroom, greenhouse kitchen, finished bsmt w/wet bar & Jacuzzi, tastefully decorated w/neutral colours. $334,900. Call 905-725-2942 PICKERING - Private Sale. 3 bed- room semi, 1 1/2 baths, large liv- ingroom w/cathedral ceiling & f/p. Sep. din./rm. sunrm, hdwd on main flr., rec.rm. w/bar & f/p. Furnace rm/workshop/laundry in bsmt. & cold cellar. Gar., 2 car d/way. CAC. Security system. Close to shopping, schools, GO, Hwys. 2/401. $250,000. 905-839-9189; 416-543-7253 WHITBY,Private Sale. Williams- burg ravine lot. 4-bdrms, 4-bath- rooms, 2,804sq ft., walk-out fin- ished bsmt with in-law suite (eat-in kitchen), gas f/p, c/a, high efficien- cy furnace. $509,900 (905)665- 8674 OFFICE SPACE - Avail. immed. Oshawa N/Simcoe in medical dis- trict. 2 offices, 1-reception, $500 & $600/mo/first/last. R. Barsi, Sutton Status Rlty. 905-436-0990. WHITBY 625 SQ.FT.3 offices plus clerical. Oshawa 602-2250 sq.ft. newly renovated building $10/sq.ft. net. Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group Status, (905)259-2020 cell, (905)436-0990 office. A Job At Home $529.27 Weekly. Mail work, Assemble products or Computer work. (416)703-5655. 24hr message. www.TheHomeJob.ca Or write: Consumer, 599B Yonge Street, #259-222, Toronto. FOR LEASE - Retail Oshawa, 1100 sq. ft., busy corner $1550/mo. incl. taxes & mainte- nance. 905-666-4670. SEEKING BUYER for phone card company. Distributor for long distance & IP phones. Internet site included. Asking $10,000. High earning potential. (905)683-7766. $$$ Mortgage Money $$$for any reason. 1st & 2nds to 100% oac. Don't wait weeks or months for an answer. Approvals within 24 - 48 hrs. Call AMS at 905-436-9292, 877-509-5626. Call Robert Brown / Vallerie Lawson. www.accuratemortgages.com $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To c onsolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$Money$$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. 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 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.8% for 5 years. Best avail- able rates. Private funds avail- able. Refinancing debt consolida- tion a specialty. For fast profes- sional service call (905)666-4986 DEBTS out of control? Mtgs, con- solidations, auto loans, private funds available. We can help!!! Better Credit Solutions (416)878- 2323 / (416)876-2106 FIRST & SECOND Mortgages be- low Bank Posted Rate. Residential & Commercial. New Purchases, Renewals/Refinance. Call Merline at 416-455-1743 or (905)831- 2354. Metrocap Financial. 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 (1) ATTRACTIVE renovated 2- bedroom apt Simcoe/Mill, Oshawa, $825/mo. inclusive. Laundry, bal- cony, parking, Available immedi- ately. 905-434-2858 1-800-486- 9826 . 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Oshawa, new carpet, new fridge, free parking, $595/inclusive, available March 1st. First/last, No dogs. 905-924-6075. (3) - One bedrooms, $675/inclu- sive, avail. immediately and March 1st. Bachelor, $650/inclu- sive, available immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 & 2-BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge, stove, hardwood, carpet, fresh paint. Shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable. Immediate possession. (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1 BEDROOM APT.- newly reno- vated, exceptionally clean & spa- cious, quiet bldg. Oshawa, minute to 401, above retail. $750/mo. incl. util. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. 905-431-1552. 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 BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, in a newly completed home, $900/mo. inclusive. Ajax - Westney Rd. S. Available immedi- ately. (647) 891-9286. 2 BDRM APT, avail now. Simcoe St. North Oshawa. Appliances, laundry facilities, 1-parking. Call 905-720-0432 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT., 3 pc. bath, new carpet, $695.00 month + heat & hydro. Fridge, gas stove, washer & dryer. No pets please. Near Nestleton 905-430- 2980. 2-BDRM,very clean quiet family bldg., parking, available immedi- ately. Simcoe/Rossland area. $850. First/last. No dogs. Call (905)435-0551 2-BEDROOM 1200-sq.ft. apt. in house, panoramic view, fireplace, walk-out to large yard, sep en- trance. No pets, first/last/referenc- es. $900/mo+1/2 hydro. Raglan. 905-431-0571 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT or two bedroom-units available in the Oshawa, Simcoe/Olive area. Apartment, $750. Bedroom units,$475/each. Utilities included in one convenient price, Call (416)729-3001. 2-BEDROOM APTS.- Available Immediately, $750/$825+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, refer- ences. Sam 416-895-8144 2-BEDROOM CONDO, north Oshawa, quiet building, balcony, no pets, $925/inclusive first/last. Call (905)576-9932. A ONE BEDROOM basement apt, Pickering, Brock/Major Oaks, gor- geous, topnotch, large clean bright a/c, 4 appliances, $775/mo + 1/3 utilities. 905-428-2015. A PLACE TO CALL HOME, Oshawa area. Enjoy the comfort of a self-contained 1-bedroom upper level with all amenities, priced to rent, all utilities included. Call Robert today 416-402-3435 AJAX - LUXURY,large 2-bed- room basement apartment. Im- mediate. 4 appliances, separate side entrance, laundry. First/last. No pets/smoking. Westney/Hwy. 2. $850/inclusive. Call (905)428-1428 AJAX - one bedroom basement apt. Harwood/Hwy. 2. Separate entrance, no smoking/pets. $700/first/last/references. Air, cable, laundry, utilities. Available March 1st. (905)428-2321. AJAX - Westney/Hwy2. Brand new, self contained 1 bedroom basement apartment. Parking/pri- vate entrance/laundry/utilities and cable included. Available immedi- ately. $750/mo. 416-278-1636. AJAX Bright one-bedroom plus den/computer room. Separate en- trance. Shared laundry. Parking. $750/mth all inclusive. 1st & last req'd. (905)427-2019.. AJAX CENTRAL,basement apt., 1-bedroom, clean & bright, 4 appli- ances included, parking for 1, sep- arate entrance, no pets. $630/month. Available March 1st. (905)683-8768. AJAX CHURCH/HWY. 2 3-bdrms (1-1/2 baths), $1100 all inclusive with parking. Freshly painted, & new appliances. Available Feb. in clean quiet bldg. 905-426-1161 AJAX Harwood/Bayly Available immed., basementr2 bdrms, own laundry & parking. Near all amen- ities. $850 +40% utilities. No smoking/pets. First/last, references (647)272-5960. AJAX SOUTH - large one bed- room , suits quiet single female, immediate $725/incl. Also 1 bed.+ den, suit single, March 1st. $750/incl. Sep. entrance, parking, laundry; 3 bedroom main floor, April 1st, $1075+part utilities. No pets/smoking, First/last/referenc- es. (905)686-6773 AJAX Westney/Hwy 2 Two-bed- room, brand new beautiful walkout basement apt. Laundry, parking $850-inclusive or one-bedroom $750-inclusive. Credit check a must. (416)878-0883 AJAX,1-bdrm basement, steps to lake, park & trails. Spacious & im- maculate w/private entrance. Large windows, bright rooms, ce- ramic floors, eat-in kitchen, 4pc bath, Avail. now. $800 inclusive w/cable. First/last, references. No smoking/pets. (905)686-0210 AJAX,1 bedroom apt, avail March 1st. Separate entrance. $850 in- clusive. ALSO, room available, upper level, $500 inclusive. Close to amenities. First/last. (905)426- 2961. AJAX, 3-BEDROOM main floor, semi bungalow, Bayly/Harwood, quiet street, 2-car parking, laundry, no smoking/no-pets. March 1st $1000+part utilities.(905)686-8104, (416)834-9759. AJAX, AVAILABLE Immediately, 2-bedroom walkout new flooring, freshly painted, laundry, parking, $850 plus part utilities. Call Dennis Morgan 416-587-0060 or (905)831-9500. AJAX, EXECUTIVE 1-BEDROOM walkout basement apt., fireplace, a/c, cable, high-speed internet, utilities included. available immedi- ately. $900/month. First/last. Call (905)619-1096 AJAX, LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement apt., fully renovated, separate entrance, full bathroom, a/c, cable, utilities, parking, laun- dry. First/last, $725/month. (905)427-9382, leave message. AJAX,near Go/hospital. Beautiful quiet 3-bedroom basement, de- tached bungalow. Bright new kitch- en, high ceilings, parking, laundry, No smoking. Available immediate- ly. $1100/mo inclusive. (416)994- 1782 AJAX-NORTH, Brand-New Legal, Deluxe, Large 2 bedroom apart- ment, extra large windows, separ- ate Front entrance, foyer & separ- ate living/dining rooms, ceram- ics/laminated floors, Four applianc- es, parking. $950/inclusive. No pets/smoking. 1st/last, references. March/April. (416)994-3450. ALEXANDRA PARK,Oshawa. 1 & 2 bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park- view. Near Hospital. (905)579- 9439. 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 AWESOME - one bedroom apart- ment available immediately in Whitby. Ceramic floors, carpet, ja- cuzzi, near 401. Call 647-893- 1233 after 6, or Sunday 905-665- 9329. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE - awesome 1 bedroom apartment, gas fireplace, country setting, on acreage at the edge of town, laundry available, all-inclusive, fridge and stove $950. (905) 432-4094. BOWMANVILLE,2-bedroom plus sun room, in Century home. 4-appliances, pool, parking garage, A/C. $995 plus hydro. Suit professional couple. Available March 1st. (905)430-9085. BOWMANVILLE-beautiful 3 Bdr upper level, 2 car garage, laundry, appliances, No smoking/pets. $1000.00 partial utilities neg. Mar1st. Credit check/references required. (905)721-8620 BRAND NEW 2 bedroom basement apartment in North Oshawa. 4pc bath, large family room with hardwood floors, separ- ate entrance, C/A. $700/inclusive. Available immediately. (905)571- 1555. BRIGHT, CLEAN,2 bed. apt. in Oshawa. Lrg. windows, newly fin. kitchen, new fridge/stove, hard- wood, new tiles in kitchen, carpet- ed bedrooms. Includes parking, storage, onsite laundry, small bldg., nice backyard. Take over lease, $750+hydro. Avail. now. James 905-728-5982. CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bedroom, 2-level apt. in 4-plex, parking, near downtown & hospital. References, 1st/last, $750/inclusive. 416-528- 7212. CLAREMONT-BACHELOR avail- able March 1, 2005, parking included $550.00 + utilities, 15 minutes from Uxbridge & Picker- ing. Call Dave:416-819-4119 CLEAN SPACIOUS 2-bdrm bsmt, Oshawa $750/mo inclusive. Pri- vate entrance, parking. No smok- ing/dogs. Avail. March 1st. Call Frank 905-428-8274 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. CLOSE to Durham College, suit- able for students. Share house. In- ternet & utilities incl. Avail. March 1st/15th. Call for info (416)727- 1607 or (905)686-5206 COURTICE -2 bdrm. apt., on upper level of house, new appli- ances, new carpet. Parking, all in- clusive. $1050/mo, first/last. Avail. immediately. Call 905-665-1905. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - huge 3 bedroom with balcony, heat, hot water, parking included, $1100 per mo. lst./last Available Mar. lst Also 2 bedroom, March lst or before. $900. inclusive. Call (416)520- 6392 or (905)669-4009 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - Two bed- room apartment. $995 all inclusive. Available Mar. lst. and 2 bedroom home $1150/mo. available Mar. 1st. Phone 905-430-7903. DOWNTOWN WHITBY, one bed- room $750 includes all utilities; 2 bedroom $800, hydro extra, avail- able March 1st. First/last/referenc- es, no pets. (905)430-8327 DUNDAS/COCHRANE - Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedroom apt. available. Close to school/shop- ping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-666-1525. EXEC. BSMT APT - Pickering - 1 bdrm & bath above ground. Sept. entrance, A/C, parking & wet bar. Near GO/shop/amen. No smok- ing/pets $850/incl. 905-831-9145 FINCH/DIXIE,Large, 2 bedroom basement apt., 2 full baths, en- suite, laundry, parking, walk out to ravine, no smoking/pets, $900 plus utilities. March 1. (905)421-8765. Harwood & Bayly FREE MONTH RENT 1 & 2 bdrms from $865 Renovated Units Call 310-7000 HUGE 3 BEDROOM,1160 Sim- coe St. S., Oshawa. Available im- mediately. $950/mo. Heat and hy- dro extra. Call 9a.m.-4p.m. Week- days. (905) 725-9991. LONG-TERM RENTERS:Beauti- fully renovated Whitby 2-bedroom apartment, by 401/schools/amen- ities. Parking, coin laundry, Pet/smoke free. Available. $925+ hydro (heat&water paid). (905)986-0670. LOOK NO FURTHER, beautiful Courtice 2-bdrm, private country surroundings, minutes to town, laundry/storage in apt. $1100 in- clusive. Avail. immediately. No smoking/pets. Call 905-435-2470 LOVELY 2-BEDROOM,Whitby Duplex, fireplace, walkout to large yard, patio, appliances, parking, laundry. References. $815/month inclusive, available immediately. Call (905)743-0376. NORTH Oshawa - 3 bedroom, April lst/ May lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, park- ing and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA -Mary/Ross- land, 2-bdrm. bsmt, $900/mo. incl. all util. & high-spd internet. Private entrance, self contained, parking, shared laundry, non smokers, no pets, avail. Mar..1, 905-723-6959. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. Separate entrance, full bath, util. included, cable. Available immedi- ately. No smoking or pets. $725/mo/first/last. Brock Rd/Major Oaks, Pickering. (905)683-7404 ONE, TWO & THREE bedroom apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Available imme- diately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905-723-1009 or 905-579-3700 ONE-BEDROOM basement apt laundry, parking, fridge included. Smoke-free. references req'd. $650-inclusive. Sandy Beach Bay- ly near GO train, bus out front (416)697-5777 OSHAWA - 1 Bedroom basement. Sep. entrance, parking, private laundry, a/c, $800/inclusive. First/last. No pets/smoking. Avail. Mar. 1. Stevenson North. 905-576- 8560. OSHAWA – APARTMENTS and ROOMS available. 3BR Lloyd St. available April 1 $850 + utilities; 1BR Lloyd St. available March 1 $650+hydro; ROOMS – STU- DENTS welcome, Marquette Ave. available immediately $450 all in- clusive-great house! Call (905) 666-5031 OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)432-8914, (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558-2622 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3-bed- rooms available. Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $765/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM near OC (Adelaide/Park), new carpets, freshly painted, well managed, parking, quiet building, appliances included. $825/month-inclusive. Laundry. Immediately. 905-576- 3654 OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,New- ly decorated, large 1-bedroom in clean, quiet low-rise building. Near all amenities. Laundry facil- ities, available March 1st. $660, parking included, hydro extra. 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA, CLEAN,new building. 2-bedrooms, located in quiet, residential neighbourhood. $820/month. Appliances, parking & utilities included. Available Apr. 1st. 905-438-9715. OSHAWA, NEAR O.C.2-bedroom all utilities included, first/last, refer- ences. Available immediately $750. Phone 905-243-0339, 905- 263-2244. OSHAWA,near O/C, Large 1- bdrm bsmt, large livingroom, own bathroom. Shared laundry/kitchen, no smoking/pets. Suit super-clean person. March 1st, $550/-inclu- sive. First/last. (905)743-9074, (905)431-0202. OSHAWA-very clean, main floor, spacious one bedroom apartment, laundry/cable/air, utilities all includ- ed. $800/mo. BASEMENT APT., $600/inclusive. (905)579-8510, No pets/smoking. OSHAWA- King/Ritson, large one bedroom apt. on main floor of cen- tury old house, close to downtown and all amenities. Laundry, park- ing. $750/incl.. 416-951-2236. PICKERING - 2 bedroom base- ment apartment for rent. Separate entrance. 2-car parking. $850 all inclusive. Call (416)903-6944 or (905)420-2009. PICKERING - Major Oaks/Brock Rd. 2 bdrm. walkout basement apt., includes parking, utilities, air, separate laundry. Available March or April 1st. No pets/smoking. $900/mo. 905-686-1672. PICKERING VILLAGE,large bright apartment in Adult Lifestyle 4-plex. Suit mature quiet working adult. References. $820/inclu- sive. No dogs. Available immedi- ately. (905)509-2375 PICKERING VILLAGE,legalized large 1-bedroom basement apart- ment. All inclusive. 1-parking. No smoking/pets. $800/month. First/last. Available March 1st. Call (905)683-2427 PICKERING,Brock / Hwy. 2, 2 bedroom, newly finished, cable, laundry, parking, sep. entrance, close to transit, no smoking/pets. Available immediately. $850. 905- 619-9356. PICKERING,Bayly/Westshore, 2- bedroom, basement apartment. Near GO-station. C/A, carpeting, separate entrance, parking, laun- dry. March 1. $800/inclusive. no smoking. First/last 416-238-6388 PICKERING, Bright, spacious, newly finished, 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Laundry, large backyard. Non-smoker. Walk to GO. Available immediately. $975/mo incl. Call 905 839-2617. PICKERING,Liverpool Rd. 1-bdrm bsmt, quiet executive home on wa- terfront lot. Separate entrance, own laundry, parking, air, cable. No smoking/pets. $800/mo inclu- sive. 416-937-4522 PICKERING,Liverpool/Glenana. 1-bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate en- trance, kitchen, dining, bathroom, laundry. Close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. $750/inclusive. Call 416-994-9512. QUIET BRIGHT 2-bdrm bsmt apt. Par king, laundry. No smoking. Simcoe/Taunton, Oshawa. Avail. April 1st. $850/mo inclusive. First/last, references. (905)619- 1385 PORT PERRY, spacious 3 bed- room, 2 bathroom apartment in quiet well kept 3 storey building. Laundry facilities. No pets. $1,050.00 month + utilities. Avail- able March 1. First & last required. Call Neil 905-985-6938 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. SCARBOROUGH - Port Un- ion/Kingston Rd. Spacious 3 bed- room Flat. Large backyard. 3 car parking. Laundry. TTC. Available immediately. $1200. Please call 416-286-4597. 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 SOUTH AJAX 2-bedroom apart- ment. Fireplace, central air/vac, laundry, parking, backyard, hot tub, satellite, internet, ceramic throughout. Non-smoking, pets ok. $1150/mo. hydro included. March 1st. 905-686-3197. 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 UXBRIDGE -Brock St. West, . Newly renovated 1 & 2-bdrm apts. with laundry. Available March 1. Call Mike 416-936-1622. UXBRIDGE NEW!To wn- house/Apartment rentals. 2 bed- rooms, 4 appliances, aircond., pat- io/garden, parking, storage. 905- 852-4777 WESTNEY/FINLEY Large bsmt bachelor, new w/complete kitch- en, 4pc bath, cable, laundry, park- ing, Close to all amenities, close to Go. $675/mo. 905-686-2441. WHITBY - 2 bedroom apt., top floor, balcony, on quiet green street, in 7-unit building, beautiful view.. Close to Go-Train, parking, available now. (416)498-4770 WHITBY - one bedroom basement apt., executive home. Sep. en- trance, $875/inclusive. Indoor parking, gas fireplace, laundry. April 1st. Prefer single female non- smoking/pets . (905)668-3977; 905-242-1390. WHITBY CLEAN quiet, spacious 1-bdrm main floor of house. Cen- trally located, "Olde Whitby" full basement, laundry, suits adult, working person(s), non-smok- ing/pets. Avail. March 1. $890+util- ities. 905-668-3011 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, 1-BEDROOM apt. in triplex. Quiet street, large yard, 4 appliances, fireplace. No smoking or pets. Avail. March 1. $690/mo. + shared utilities. Call 905-427-9437. WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDAS, large 1-bedroom basement, walk- in closets, hardwood/ceramic, bay window, separate entrance, walk- out, parking. New home. $850/in- clusive. (905)509-4006 or 416- 877-4543. WHITBY,Rossland/Garden. Large 1-bdrm bsmt apt. Separate en- trance, shared laundry, parking. Close to all amenities. Avail. March 1st. No smoking/pets. $725/mo inclusive. First/last. Heather 905-668-3615. WHITBY-2-bedroom suites $860, all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Monday - Friday. (905)666-4589. WHITBY- Dundas and Brock. Sec- ond floor of triplex - 2 bedroom plus den, fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. April 1st. $1100/month inclusive. (905)983- 9082. A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 11, 2005 www.durhamregion.com DRIVE A LITTLE SAVE A LOT – COURTICE Cul de Sac siding into farmers field. A/ground pool + equip., 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, c/air, gas heat. New Laminate flooring, 3 appliances. 1,420 sq. ft. Flexible closing. CINDY KERR 905 666-1333 $22 4, 9 0 0 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY FRANK Real Estate Independently Owned and Operated, Broker SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold by Bates Family Auctions, on February 17, 2005 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 6:00 p.m. to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: KENNETH MUIR 13 Large Cres., Ajax ON L1T 2R6 UNIT K08 Dated in the City of AJAX, in the Province of Ontario, 1 February, 2005.SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8. 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) & & & Come & Worship publishes every Friday To Advertise your Church Service or Special Events Contact: Janice Samoyloff at 905-683-0707 or Fax: 905-579-4218 or Email: jsam@durhamregion.com 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 The Pickering Baha´i Community Invites You to Reflect on the Following Passage “Holy words and pure and goodly deeds ascend unto the heaven of celestial glory” For More Information: www.ca.bahai.org pickeringlsa@hotmail.com “Special Easter Worship Pages will publish Fri. March 18th and Wed. March 23rd.” We never imagined a love so great, At 4:21 January 20th was the date. CAMERON EVAN BROOKES made his debut, 8 lbs. 10 oz. so healthy and cute! Tanya Cullain and Mathew Brookes welcome their little miracle with open arms and full hearts. Thrilled first-time grandparents are Grandma Sue& Grandpa Mick Cullain, Also welcoming Cameron are Auntie Colleen and Uncle Scott, Auntie Kyla, Grandma Betty Brookes and many other family and friends. Special thanks to all the staff at Markham Stouffville Hospital, and all the girls at Taunton Mills for their support throughout my pregnancy. MUNROE - Michelle and David are pleased to announce the arrival of their son Marshall Rowan, born Wednesday January 5, 2005 at 12:15 p.m., 8 lbs. 12 oz. at Ajax-Pickering Hospital. Proud grandparents are: Lynda and Michael Lye of Newmarket and Phyllis and Walter Munroe of Whitby. Special thanks to Hospital for Sick Children. CLOSET ORGANIZERS Caspian Woodworking (905)837-0894 PICKERING - 3 bedroom condo, 5 appliances, 1.5 baths, ensuite laundry, A/C, no smoking/pets, $l,400 per mo. lst/last. Credit check. Utilities included. (905) 427-4754. PICKERING - 3 bedroom condo, 1 1/2 baths, 2 balconies, 1-parking, 3 appliances, a/c, no pets/smoking, April 1st. $1300/mo/inclusive, credit-check 905-626-0323. PICKERING MILLENNIUM,2- bedroom southern exposure, bal- cony, 5 appliances 2 baths, park- ing, luxury amenities. Available im- mediately. No dogs. $1750 inclu- sive. (905)831-2210 A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca WHITBY 3-bdrm backsplit, garage, fenced yard, C/Air, near all amen- ities, $1100+utilities, Avail March 1. 416-805-5698 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 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Car- ries for less than rent. OAC. Mini- mum income required per house- hold is $40,000. Please call Aure- lia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905)728-1600, 24 hr. pager. AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST, 3 bed- room, 3 bathroom, street home in Courtice, gas heat, attached gar- age, $1250 plus. No pets/smok- ing. (905)263-4631. BOWMANVILLE,3-bedroom far mhouse, completely renovated, new furnace/ well/ kitchen, flooring /windows. On 23 acres, 2mins from town, $1250 plus utilities. Avail. Apr.1 Jeff 905-623-7250. BURNS/THICKSON WHITBY - beautiful 3 bdrm. home, 2 fireplac- es, bay windows, all appliances incl. $1500+utilities, avail. March 1. Call 905-427-5128. CENTRAL BOWMANVILLE,small 3 bedroom house. Stove/fridge garage, yard, non-smokers, $1100.00 month plus utilities, fist & last. Available March 1. Call (905)623-5278. COBOURG,beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathrooms, sunrooms, large gar- den, steps to beach, March 1, $1500 plus utilities, first/last/ref. re- quired. (905)377-8341, 416-529- 1289. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - 2 bed- room home available March 1st $1150/mo. 2 bedroom apt. $995/inclusive, available Mar. 1st. Phone 905-430-7903. GIBBONS/BOND area Oshawa - 3 bedroom upper bungalow, $950 plus hydro. Parking, garage, large lot, deck, March lst. Call 416-223- 9943 HARWOOD/SALEM,3-bdrm main floor, large yard w/deck. Close to all amenities. March 1st. $1195/mo +utilities. First/last/references. Days (905)720-3024, after 7pm (905)683-7892 NORTH OSHAWA Simcoe St. 3-bdrm bungalow. Quiet ravine lot. Appliances, A/C, No pets/smokers. First/last. References. $1050 + util- ities (905)655-4878 OSHAWA CENTRE area, 3- bdrms., renovated kitchen w/built- in washer/dryer, large backyard, $1200/mo + utilities. Avail. March 1st. First/last/references. 905-571- 0631. OSHAWA near hospital. Cute 2- bdrm bungalow, fridge/stove. Ma- ture lot, newly renovated. $900/mo+hydro & gas. No pets/smoking. References essen- tial first/last. (905)985-2728 eve. PICKERING bright, clean 3-bdrm detached. 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, 4 appliances, garage, March 1, $1175+utilities. No smok- ing/pets. (905)683-9629 PORT PERRY/SCUGOG. Renovated 3/4 bedroom farm- house on Scugog Island overlook- ing lake. Inc. barn and approx. 40 scenic acres. Electric heat + pro- pane fireplace. Near Blue Heron Casino. $1,200.00/month + hydro. Available March 1st. Kem Hamid, Agent, Re/Max Rouge River Rlty. 416-286-3993 or 1-800-663-7119 PORT PERRY/SCUGOG.Reno- vated 3/4 bdrm farmhouse on Scu- gog Island o/l lake. incl Barn and app 40 scenic acres. Elec heat + Prop f/p. near Blue Heron Casino. $1200/mo + hydro. Avail. Mar. 1st. Kem Hamid, Re/Max Rouge River Rlty. 416-286-3993/1-800-663- 7119. WHITBY DETACHED HOUSE @ Rossland/Thickson 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, dbl garage, family rm w/fpl, $1350 mo.+ utilities, Apr.1, legal Bsmt apt. not incl., 1st/Last, prefer no Smoking /Pets. Tim Webster, Sutton Group Heritage 905 619- 9500. WHITBY,3-bdrm bungalow, main floor only, laundry, parking f/p, new paint, clean, close to lake. Large lot, no pets/smoking. References. $1,100 plus 60%, Bo Gustafsson, Sutton Group. 416-783-5000 WHITBY,recently renovated, 4 bedroom, March 1, laundry, air, close to downtown, ample parking, no pets/smokers, first/last, refer- ences. $1400.mo. (905)655-8648. BOWMANVILLE - 4 bedroom townhouse. Close to 401. Avail- able March 1st. No smokers/pets. $1100. First/last. Call (613)334- 1808 or (613)333-1415. 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.realstar.ca HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. NORTH OSHAWA,executive town home, 4 bedrooms, den, main floor laundry, 5 appliances, 1650 per mo. plus utilities. 1416- 417-7588 OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- houses, close to schools, shop- ping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. Available April 1st. 905- 579-9956 or Toll-free 1-866-922- 6422. PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house, renovated $1200 + utilities. First/last Memory Lane Shep- pard/Whites Available immediate- ly. (416)724-0404 PICKERING New Lakeside Village executive townhouses. 1700-1900- sq.ft. 2-bdrms + den. 2 parking, 5 appliances, 3 baths, 2 patios. Con- servation & lake views. 3 available. $1450-$1600/mo + utilities. Call Brad 416-771-1807, 905-421-8989 available immediately SPOTLESS North End Oshawa, 2- bdrm townhouse, freshly painted, fin. bsmt., 2 bathrooms, huge clos- ets, April 1st. References, no pets. $1250/mo inclusive. 905-434-1071 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. WHITBY, BROCK ST.N./Dundas Gorgeous, brand new townhome, 3-bdrms, 3-baths, ceramic/hard- wood throughout, deck, all new ap- pliances, C/A, separate garage, fireplace. $1400+utilities. Immedi- ate. 905-509-4006, 416-877-4543. AJAX SOUTH, master bedroom, all inclusive, internet, cable and parking included. Avail immediate- ly. Price negotiable. Ezio (905)619-6687, (514)804-2138 (leave message) PICKERING VILLAGE.For rent two single furnished rooms. Shared bathroom. Parking. Work- ing persons. No smoking. No pets. Call Sandra: (905)683-5630. AJAX,furnished or unfurnished rooms. Separate bathroom, use of house facilities. No smoking/pets. Rent negotiable. Avail. immediate- ly. Call (416)953-1429 or (416)865-5486 NORTH WHITBY -1 furnished bedroom for rent, available imme- diately. Call Shirley 905-665-6267 after 4:30pm. PICKERING,Dixie/Kingston Rd. 1- large furnished room $450; in- cludes laundry/utilities. No smok- ing/pets. 1-bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, w/deck, $850/inclusive. Avail. immediately. First/last (905)839- 3030. PORT PERRY, room for rent, large room with semi private wash- room, kitchen and laundry facil- ities. No pets, no smoking $125 per week. 905-982-0228. ROOM FOR RENT,in new home, walking distance to beach, TTC, Go station, grocery store, Port Un- ion/Lawrence. Available immedi- ately, $450. 416-409-6356 WHITBY, Garden/Rossland, huge master bedroom, (fridge, micro- wave), ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, shared facilities. Non-smok- er, quiet working female preferred. $470.mo., 905-430-6675. 1 FURNISHED locked bedroom in quiet house. Parking, laundry, pool, air, phone, satellite TV, tran- sit, fireplace, shopping, internet, 401 & Brock. Good for Student or OPG Employee. $800/month. Call 416-346-9480. AJAX - TEACHERS WANTED. Large 3 bdrm. house, your own room + office. Fireplace, hardwood floor, laundry, monthly maid ser- vice, cable, parking. $575/inclu- sive. March 1 or April 1. Phone 905-404-0720. ONE ROOM available in three bedroom house Townline/Bloor St., Courtice area. Avail. immedi- ately. Share all amenities, parking & laundry included. $350/month. Leave message. Call (905)433- 1502 OSHAWA King/Wilson, 2 rooms furnished (finished basement). Fireplace, air, sep. rec room, kitch- en, own shower, laundry included. $150/week/room. First/last. Avail- able now. No pets 905-743-0919. PICKERING Altona/Hwy. #2. Fur- nished/unfurnished bedrooms available immediately in upscale neighbourhood. Single female pre- ferred. $450/mo. first/last, includes laundry, cable/internet. Near all amenities. (416)877-0297 PICKERING - 4TH PERSON needed, new furniture & carpet- ing, separate entrance, parking, use of all facilities $585 / month. (905)426-6611 after 6 p.m. PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly. Large 2 bedroom basement to share. Cable/laundry/parking. $375 inclusive. Available immedi- ately. Call Peter (905)831-2479. PICKERING,Liverpool/Finch area, large basement room, private bathroom, non-smoker preferred. Available March 1st. $575/monthly. Use of all facilities. On bus route, near amenities. Call (905)831-7778, leave message. 1998 SKIDOO FORMULA 500 with 2005 Trail Pass and two hel- mets, excellent condition, will sac- rifice $2700 o.b.o. (905)885-7711 SINCERE SINGLES Ontario's largest singles membership. Specializing in long-term relationships. 1-866-719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca. Winter special now on! DO YOU LIKE DANCING,fine dining, movies and travelling? If so, this mature lady would like to hear from you (55-65 years). Seri- ous replies only. Reply File: #146, This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, L1H 7L5 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 EXPERIENCED DAYCARE TEACHER has wonderful home daycare. Warm, caring environ- ment, enrichment/educational ac- tivities. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, reasonable prices. Leeza (905)426-5610 AIR DUCT CLEANING Whole Home Package $6 each additional vent Humidifiers and Air Cleaners for homes and condo’s available. ONTARIO’S LARGEST DUCT CLEANER 10 Trucks. 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(905) 426-9383 or (905) 442-3742 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 P & H Painting Professional, Experienced, Reliable Interior/Exterior **Fully Insured** Call for free estimate (905) 686-7889 PAINTING & WALLPAPERING ✦ Reasonable Rates ✦ ✦Interior & Exterior ✦ Serving Oshawa & surrounding area for 30 yrs ☎ 905-725-9884 ☎ Cell-905-213-0338 ☎ TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 $45/hr 2 movers + truck 24' trucks available. www.triumphmoving.com 416-802-9849 905-883-4406 Triumph Moving ACTIVE MOVING SYSTEMS Houses, Apartments Offices, appliances & piano specialists. Packing & Storage Avail. Senior & Mid- month Discounts Excellent Service (905)436-7795 COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CLEANING SERVICES •Carpet/Floor Care •Move-Ins/Outs •Supplies Ve ry, Very Affordable Rates (905)250-9806 HOUSECLEANING SERVICE available for reasonable rates. References available. Call us! 905-743-0919 Please leave mes- sage. SUPREME HOUSECLEANING BY LAURIE I work alone, 20 yrs. in business. I do everything AND I also bring my own cleaners. Bi-weekly, & weekends available (905) 426-3711 CARPETS LAMINATES HARDWOOD Super Deal on Laminate & Carpets Free 10mm pad w/inst. Repairs & Restretch Fully Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates * Sam (905) 706-3206 Executive Carpets Co. Pre-finished hardwood/laminates. No store, no rent. Warehouse prices. Free underpad. Free estimates. Vange 416-417-5087 HIGHSCHOOL MATHEMATICS TUTORING Call (905)683-0774 Special Occasions Home baked cakes, made to order. Priced according to request. Call Denise @ 905-837-1504 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 11, 2005, PAGE 37 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com “MANUFACTURER’S SELL OFF” 11:00 A.M. START, 9:00 A.M. PREVIEW KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. North, Pickering, Ontario “ BIG ORANGE BARN” (3 mile north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) “SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE” Victor Brewda, Auctioneer, acting under instructions shall sell a huge selection of new furniture and home décor by Public Auction. Many sought-after 3-piece sofa sets totaling approximately 15 units from the highest grade Italian leather to designer fabric in your choice of colours. North Carolina quality dining room suites, some with matching buffets and china cabinets in quality cherry, mahogany and oak, and our best ever of bedroom suites with sleigh beds, poster beds, Barcelona and California designed complete in 8 piece suites in Queen Anne, Victorian, Louis Phillip, and French accented designs. Huge assortment of antiques from local estates carefully selected, Victorian, Canadian and French country. Quality mattresses and boxspring sets in double, queen and king from the most economical to the highest quality pocket coil pillow top sets on the market. Unusual porcelain patterns, Limoge vases - Ironstone porcelain Royal Staffordshire, Murano glass, some of the finest handmade Persian carpets, grandfather clocks, curio cabinet, tea cabinets, high end Italian mirrors, 16-piece stainless steel pots & pans, full size casino slot machines. All top quality! All must be sold!Art for collections, Group of Seven, Bateman, Romance, Morrisseau (check your price guides, original work of art). This is a must sale to attend! If you have not attended one of our sales, your friends are hiding where they get their great buys. Antiques & Fine Furniture! We are Durham’s Best Kept Secret! “SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE” Auctioneer VICTOR BREWDA Member of O. A. A. Call 905-683-0041 or 1-800-567-6165 Fax 905-607-1131 SAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE THOUSANDSSAVE THOUSANDS Te rms: Visa, M/C, Amex, debit card, cash. No registration fee - 10% buyers premium. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13th, 2005 Valentine’s Day Sale Lots of Jewelry SUNDAY ONLY 9 - 4 P.M. "THIS AND THAT MARKET" 870 Taunton Rd. East (east of Thickson Rd at Garrard) SPECIAL First 50 couples to receive a Valentine's Gift. Great gift choices to buy for your Valentine. Jewelry, Perfume, Handmade Soap, Handmade Scarfs, Collectible Toy Cars, Antiques, CDs, DVDs, Tapes & VHS Hand Crafted Wood Furniture & Books! ~ GET APPROVED ~ F ee l in g l i mi t e d b e c a us e of : • NO CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • COLLECTIONS • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCES • REFUSED BY BANK C a l l D e r r i ck 9 0 5-4 2 6 -0 0 5 1 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!! ezautoapproval.com 1-888-283-7701 MCDOWELL, Christina (nee Melville) Peacefully, on Thursday, February 10, 2005, in her 77th year. Beloved wife of Murray and loving mother of Denise Pontone (John), and Kathy Lynch (Michael). Adored grandmother of Kailey, Callum, Alana, and Samantha. She is survived by her sisters Jean Grimes and Jessie Melville. Predeceased by her brothers John and Roddie Melville. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends and neigh- bours. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral Service at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church on Monday, Feb- ruary 14, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Founda- tion or St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, (35 Church Street N., Pickering Village, Ajax) would be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Dr. Damus, Dr. Wilson, and the caring nurses for their outstand- ing care at the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. Sincere Thanks The family of the late William Gartsen express their thanks to the family members, friends, neighbours and co-workers who supported us during this difficult time. The condolences and charitable donations were appreciated. Your kindness will always be remembered. Many thanks to Dr. Howard Burke and Dr. Sean Gibson for their care. Bill was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Bill lives on in our hearts. Thank you, Beverley, Stacey, Christopher, John, Sydney & Ashley PIDGEON "In Loving Memory" Paul Pidgeon Dear father and papa who passed away Feb. 11, 2004 Joy Pidgeon Dear mother and nanny who passed away Jan. 20, 1999 Gordon Pidgeon Dear brother and uncle who passed away April 28, 2002 "Loving you, missing you, thinking of you always" Love Paula, Tina and family 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 BABYSITTER WANTED.Must be able to work evenings and week- ends. Suitable for high school stu- dent. Call (905)509-3456. BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668- 8560 OR 1-800-659-0668 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. 2005- ALL NEW FTA CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS. Full USA Programming, sales, service and installations. #1 in Durham. Call 905-767-0013. 15" MONITOR for computer or TV, LCD screen, $370. 905-431-0600 4-door COMMERCIAL FREEZER/ REFRIGERATOR, water cooled. Greeting card display also avail- able (905)666-5275 A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BATHTUB,cast iron claw foot, good condition, $495; Queen size waterbed with heaters, etc $195. 905-571-6788. 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 Refrigera- tors, $99/up. Super-capacity wash- ers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up. Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts, Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Sales, Installation & Service Of All Makes. Free To Air And Dish- net Set-ups. Quick Installs. 7 Days A Week. (905)999-0362 APPLIANCES - Refridgeator frost free, Deluxe stove $475/pair. Heavy duty washer/dryer, $275/pair or $675/all. Also super deluxe refridgeator/stove, large ca- pacity washer/dryer, used 2 years, will separate, all exceptional ap- pearance. (905)925-6446 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. BEDROOM SUITE,queen size headboard w/rails, triple dresser/mirror, chest of drawers, 2 night tables, good condition, ask- ing $575. Call 905-434-4374. CARPETS - I have several thou- sand yards of new Stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living- room & hall for $389.00. Includes carpet, pad & installation (30 yards). Steve (905) 743-0689 www.suburbancarpets.com CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CENTRIFUGAL PUMP,4 h.p. Honda, brand new with extras $800.00; Whirlpool Gold 32" stain- less fridge, 1 year old $2,000.00 (905) 620-0719. COMPUTERDEALS.NET Special- izing in anti-virus/spyware solu- tions. If your computer's way too slow, we know how to make it go! New & used laptops and desktops from $288. Family business, 20yrs same location. (905)655-3661. COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. P3/933 (Com- plete, black) $379.00; P3/500 (Complete) $269.00; CD-RW up- grade only $30.00 w/system pur- chase. Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within Oshawa/Whitby. Minimal Charge other areas. CD-RW upgrades only $50.00 Interac, Visa & Mas- tercard accepted. Layaway Plans. Leasing now available OAC on New & Refurbished Systems. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block east of Park/Bond). Call (905)576- 9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com 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. EIGHT PC PINE cannonball bed- room 1750 oak bedroom $950; 7-pc oak dinette (4 chairs) $950; pr of French Provincial dressers $250; sofa & chair $300; single bed $150; loveseat & chair $450; fridge $250; stove $125; washer $150; dryer $125 (905)260-1123 FILTER QUEEN vacuum blowout $99 plus. Complete with all attach- ments. 1 year warranty (905)720- 9991 Oshawa Vacuum, 30 Taun- ton East. 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 HOT TUB COVERS - One week special $289.00. Best quality, de- livered to your door. Call 1-866- 652-6837 MOVING - selling contents & 4 bedroom house with garage, deal- ers welcome, everything must go!, one giant yardsale, too much to list! call 905-728-6135 or 905-435- 6047 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 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. Rentals also available. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427- 7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa. PIANOS & CLOCKS - Savings on all 2004 models in stock. Ends Jan. 30th. Also on Samick pia- nos, and Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments ap- ply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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 wood. New in box, $800 accessory pack- age included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. 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. RETIREMENT SALE,Pine Loft Treasures. 918 Simcoe St.N. Everything must go, up to 50% off. Bedroom, diningroom, armoire and lots more. 905-579-9311. SAMICK UPRIGHT PIANO with bench, black, approx. 10 yrs. old, excellent condition. Call for more information 905-623-9155, after 5 p.m.. SATELLITE SERVICES:Direct TV DISHNET, Free To Air, C- band, HD-TV. 20 years servicing satellite. 905-428-1223, or drop by store for a demo. SINGLE "Adjusta-Magic"adjust- able bed with vibrator. Made by "Adjusta-Magic". New mattress asking $950. or best offer. Call 905-655-4386 after 5 p.m. TWO SINGLE electromatic beds, ultra-foam mattresses, plus-mas- sage. $1500 each OBO. Two years old, Paid $5000 new. (905) 697-2420 or (905)983-6353 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rent starts $200 per month for indooor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bow- manville. Call 905-436-1024 or vis- it us: www.courticefleamarket.com WHEELCHAIR - Adult Model Breezy 600. New in 2004, lightly used by one owner. Black light weight frame 18" x 16" folds for easy transport. Adjustable back- rest, seat, arms & foot rests. Rear Wheels 24" incl. Brake extensions & anti-tippers. Matrx-V seat cush- ion 18" x 18" with 2 water proof cushions & auto buckle seat belt. Deep contour lumbar support back 18" x 19" all removable for clean- ing. Safety Spec sheet, warranty from Medical Supply Co. Paid $3,032.00 asking $998.00 O.B.O., will deliver. Call (905)427-1878. WOODY'S MEATS-Gov't. in- spected. FEBRUARY SPECIALS, but ending Feb. 21. Sides $1.70 lb., cut, wrapped and frozen. 40 lb. special mixed $120. Steaks, roasts and hamburg. 30 lb. packages of steaks, 3/4" thick $6.99 lb.; Roasts 30 lb. packages 4-5 lbs. each $2.90 lb; Hamburg 30 lbs. @ 1 lb. packages $1.30 lb. Order now. Call 905-986-4932 between 8-5 Mon. to Fri., and Sat. 8-12 noon. WILL BUY & PICK UP most un- wanted items, will also do dump runs. Call 905-668-6695. $$$ VENDORS WANTED $$$ Oshawa Jazz and Blues Festival Arts & Crafts vendors. Phone (905)986-0666 or email kerri@eclipseconcerts.com AJAX LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD. The best quality and pric- es around. Cut/split/seasoned/de- livered. Discount for pick up. ($300 bush) 905-424-1735. 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. Dependable, quality ser- vice since 1975. (905)753-2246. ONTARIO MIXED HARDWOOD - seasoned, delivered. Day call: 705-484-2195 or Evening calls 705-484-0512. SATELLITES, FREE TO AIR.Is your DirecTV down? Everyone is switching to FTA; no cards, boards or atmegas. Specializing in the Free to Air systems. Get 1000's of channels, no monthly bills. 1St in Durham Region. Call 905-435- 0202. Email us at uneekelectron- ics@rogers.com 226 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. DROP BY OUR STORE FOR A FREE DEMO BLACK Lab Puppies, parents on site, home raised, CKC reg., first shots, dewormed, paper trained, Call (905)432-0865 GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies, Black & red, male female, born Dec.20, dewormed, first shots, ready to go. $350 each. Ask for Donna.(905)697-7886 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES- born Christmas eve. 1st shots, vet checked, CKC Reg. $450. Call 905-697-9009. LAB PUPS,chocolate, CKC registered, vaccinated, vet checked, micro chipped, guaran- teed and insured. (705)738-6716 WHEATEN TERRIER pups, 3 mths., ready to go, micro chipped, First/second shots, CKC & SCWT member. Call (905) 721-2433. WOULD YOU ENJOY your DOG more if he were better trained? TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1995 AURORA, in good condition, $4,500. Also Bonneville, solid Florida car, $500. Call 905-377- 1937. 1995 FORD CONTOUR GL, V6, good running condition. Body in excellent shape. 300,000km, $1,200 as is. (905)430-2902 1995 FORD THUNDERBIRD LX auto, fully-loaded, 199-hwy kms. $2475 certified/emissions. 1993 SATURN SL1, 4-door, 5-spd, 250- hwy kms $1250 emissions. (905)579-9282. 1996 OLDS 88,152,000km, certi- fied & e-tested, rebuilt transmis- sion, loaded, clean car, $5,300 o.b.o.Call (905)432-3935 or (905)439-8712 1997 CHEV LUMINA, good solid car with good motor, 210,000 km. Certified and E-tested, asking $4,500. Call 905-377-0361 even- ings and weekends. 1999 BUICK CENTURY, white, 4dr, loaded, remote start, rust pro- tected, 170,000 km. $6500 certi- fied. 905-723-8089. 2000 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS. 3.8L, V6, auto, air, black ext., leather, sunroof. 128,000km. $11,900. (905)725-2633. 2000 PONTIAC GRAND AM,4 dr., silver-grey, loaded, excellent condition, $7500 o.b.o. Call (905)404-1699 2002 JETTA TDI,114,000 km. Black. Hidden hitch, snow tires, winter package, a/c. Diesel, very economical. Clean, great condi- tion. $19,900.00 (905)982-1290. 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 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 SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 1991 CHEV 3/4 TON.Certified & e-tested. High kms. Good shape, runs good. $4,400.00 or best offer. 905-718-6375. 1994 FORD EXPLORER LTD., new tires, rad, exhaust, 170,000 km, $7,000 cert. 905-436-3453; 416-230-3779. 1993 SUZUKI SIDEKICK $3499; 1996 Ford F150 $3999; 1996 Maz- da MX3 $3499; 1995 Neon $2699; Others from $1699 up. Certified & E-tested. Call (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1994 CHEV ASTRO, excellent ve- hicle, well maintained, much work recently done, one owner, 184K, ps/pb/pl, 8 passenger. $4,500. (905) 436-2051. 1994 FORD AEROSTAR,extend- ed, 140,000kms, 4L, V6, auto, 7-passenger, loaded, rear heat, looks & runs good. $1,350 e-test- ed. (905)665-3222 2003 FJR Yamaha 1300 Sport/Touring, all 3 touring bags. 5000 km., mint condition, $16,500. Rob 905-706-8080. FRIENDS & LOVERS Dating Ser- vice, don't wait for love to knock at your door. Call now free to listen, 905-683-1110 EXCLUSIVELY YOURS Discover Durham's Most Reputable Agency Without the attitude Quality time is our motto Discretion Guaranteed! Serious inquiries only Open 12pm daily (905)725-2322 DIAMOND CUT BEAUTY Sexy, Sensual Lady Available for Granting Wishes & Making Your Dreams into Reality. Open 10am - ? (416) 419-6556 Independent In/Out GRAND OPENING Ajax Spa Best in Town BACK WALKING SHIATSU MASSAGE Enter Rear Door 905-231-0092 ** Hiring ** PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd.#3 (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com RELAX & ENJOY An Aroma/Reflex Massage By Male Attendant Call 905-427-7989 A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 11, 2005 www.durhamregion.com TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 PAGE 39 A/P 20%OFF any treatment with this ad Élite Skin Care & Spa Unveil the new you… Now open in the heart of Pickering Village 109 Old Kingston Rd., Unit 4 Ajax • 905-683-3770 Gift Certifi cates Available Chocolate Body Wraps, Sea Salt Body Polish, Black Magic Moor Mud Wrap Aphrodisiac Massage, Swedish, Aromatherapy Ly mphatic Drainage Red Hot Manicures/Pedicures Glowing Facial Treatment, Vitamin C, Q10 and Oxygen Tr eat yourself or a loved one to be pampered, rejuvenated and renewed. Valentines Day Special 3 days to celebrate EVERYTHING ON THE MENU $$12124949 or less You Can Eat For As Little As You Can At Home Pickering Town Centre 905-839-2507 EATERY OPEN EVERYDAY 9:00 am Valentine’s Day Special Sat. until 9pm, Sun. until 6pm & Mon. until 9pm Great Gifts Surprise your sweetie... Ask about the “Romantic Party for two”, or “Just because I love you” packages or the popular couples massage. Gift certifi cates are now available for spa treatments & special valentines promotions are all 15% off the regular esthetic service price! The Spa at Carruthers Creek at Carruthers Creek Golf Course 905-426-5005 650 Lake Ridge Road, Ajax www.theccspa.com This Valentine’s Day with a delivery from Awesome Baskets & Gifts. Pamper her with scented soaps & lotions. Indulge them with truffl es, or surprise them with a Balloon-a-gram! We deliver throughout the G.T.A. Call or drop by the store to book yours today! Awesome Baskets & Gifts 905-686-2334 85 Kingston Rd. E. Heritage Market Square feel your stress melt away VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDEVALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDE Featuring a complete selection of Steak & Seafood for the discriminating diner. Enjoy a complimentary Featured Valentine’s Day Appetizer with your dinner order by mentioning this ad to your server. By reservation only. Steak & Seafood Restaurant At Deer Creek Golf & Banquet facility Discover Durham’s newest & most intimate Dining experience. Open Febuary 11, 12, 13 & 14 for Valentine’s Dinner 5:30 pm until close. 2700 Audley Road N. Ajax—905.619.4600 Select from our assortment of delicious Valentine’s Day ice cream cakes regularly priced at $26.95 or more and receive $5.00 off Satisfy your sweet tooth 1794 Liverpool Road at Kingston Road, Pickering 905-861-5841 Pickering Town Centre Lower Level 905-420-6802 Ice Cream & YogurtIce Cream & Yogurt with this ad. Not to be combined with any other offer. Expires Feb. 28/05. Surprise your Valentine with the gift you both will love Surprise your Valentine with the gift you both will love Making couples’ dreams a reality, call Lena today! 1970 Brock Road, Pickering For your Free Consultation call Lena INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED BROKERemail: lenaohan@rogers.com www.royallepageconnect.com Lena Ohannessian Sales Representative 905-683-1790 Va lentine Special for Va lentine Special for February 12-14 after 5:00 February 12-14 after 5:00 Each meal includes: • 1 Glass of wine or draft • 1 Soup or salad • 1 Coffee or Tea • 1 Dessert Main Course: your choice of • Prime Rib, served with vegetable and roasted potatoes o r • Marinated Diablo Chicken Breast served with vegetables and your choice of potatoes. Happy Valentine’s Day Happy Valentine’s Day 95 Kingston Rd. Ajax (905) 426-6880 (east of Harwood Ave.) $39.99/$39.99/ CoupleCouple P PAGE 40 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 11, 2005 durhamregion.com PICKERING’S FAVORITE PLACE FOR FRESH FLOWERS! 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