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Home My WebLink AboutNA2005_12_04 The Pickering 40 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 47,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 NEW WHITBY CAMPUS NOW OPEN!!! www.blaisdale.com 12 mths - grade 8 5 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Blaisdale MONTESSORI School SPACES AVAILABLE IN AJAX & PICKERING PRE-TODDLER PROGRAM (12 mo.-18 mo.) NE W 200 Byron St. S, Whitby, 905-665-1516 NEW WHITBY CAMPUS NOW OPEN!!! 239 Station Street, Ajax 905-686-2445 WHY MOVE IMPROVE ? WITH FROM VISIT OUR SHOWROOM 35.2//-3s7).$/73s2//&).' TAS TEFUL New words, food for Durham man Page 17 AIRING CONCERNS Pickering stakes position on airport plan Page 18 MISSION MAN Pickering native leads DART team Page 19 More than 100 people attend public forum By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer PICKERING — For teenager Eliz- abeth Jaglal, the terror of being bul- lied and beaten was reduced just a little bit following an anti-violence community meeting this week. More than 100 people of vari- ous ages and races filled Picker- ing’s council chambers Nov. 29 for the Community Against Violence Everywhere’s (CAVE) first public forum. There, they heard solution suggestions and some shared their own experiences. “My daughter has a broken noise, she has been bullied and it’s led to extortion as a result,” said Lo- riann Jaglal, Elizabeth’s mother. “I demand we as a community come together for the victims of violence.” In an interview, Mrs. Jaglal said Elizabeth, a Grade 9 student in Pick- ering, was led between portables Pickering community gathers to fight violence Want meeting with board, Friends group rallies Wednesday By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer PICKERING — Pressure is mount- ing to reverse a decision to move obstetric and pediatric services out of the Ajax-Pickering hospital. On Thursday, about 40 doctors with privileges at the Rouge Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospital met and were “unanimous” in passing a motion of non-confidence in the administration. And, on Wednesday, only emer- gency surgeries will be performed at the hospital to protest the de- cision, said Dr. Romas Stas. Also on Wednesday, Friends of the Ajax- Pickering Hospital are holding a rally. Physicians have taken the mea- sures “because of many, many, many reasons. It’s ongoing issues,” Dr. Stas said. “They’ve systematical- ly downsized services at Ajax over five years.” The hospital has attempted to “d ownsize pediatrics at least three or four times in the past,” he added. The administration, said Dr. Stas, has “miserably failed to address the problems. Nobody can practice in that environment. This is the last straw.” Hospital administrators this week announced the decision to move all births, starting Dec. 14, from the Ajax site to the Rouge Valley Cente- nary location, citing a lack of pedia- tricians. Hume Martin, Rouge Valley Health System’s, president and chief executive officer said Thursday the relocation would be temporary and would be ended once more pedi- atricians are hired. Currently, the hospital has two pediatricians at MAKING A BREAK FOR THE METRO BOWL FINAL Jason Liebregts / News Advertiser photo DURHAM — Pickering Trojans’ Frank Aiello tries to avoid the tackle by Upper Canada Blues’ Steve Rotchtin, left, and Harry Prosser during Metro Bowl semifinal action Friday at Esther Shiner Stadium in North York. Pickering High used two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to secure a 16-12 win. See story on Page 30. 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The fund was started in 1906 by The To- ronto Star and partners the newspapers with community organizations to find families in need of help, providing a holiday to remember for their children. “It’s about putting a smile on a child’s face,” said Sharlene Melnike, executive director of Big Brothers. “We don’t real- ize how many families in our area don’t have much, and how bad kids feel at this time of year surrounded by other kids who receive more. This program gives them a special Christmas.” Throughout the year, Big Brothers and Sisters works to provide boys and girls with adult mentorship, and as a re- sult can offer several families a chance to take part in the Santa Fund initia- tive. “We work closely with our families, so we’re aware of their situations. We’re aware of who needs assistance, and who won’t have much at Christmas. We have 14 families this year, which is more than last year,” said Ms. Melnike. The gift boxes are distributed in De- cember throughout the Greater Toron- to Area, with 45,000 finding their way to children up to 12 years old, including an estimated 1,000 in Ajax and Picker- ing. “There are a number of families that are needy, and many kids who won’t receive many gifts at Christmas,” said Ms. Melnike. “Christmas is a time when people can help others. If you want to support children and put a smile on their face, give to the Santa Claus Fund.” Every dollar raised through the fund is used to purchase the items contained in the gift boxes: a warm sweater, socks, mittens, a hat, book, toy, candy and, beginning this year, a toothbrush and toothpaste for kids four to 12. Babies receive two sleepers, candy for mom and dad and a small toy. The items are all new and bought directly from manu- facturers at great cost savings. If you or someone you know has been touched by the Santa Claus Fund, we’d like to hear your story. 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I’m not sure I can comment.” He was at a meeting Friday with the health system’s medical advisory com- mittee, which included doctors, and nothing was said or given to him, Mr. Martin stated. Dr. Stas said doctors are hoping to meet with the hospital’s directors to dis- cuss the situation. “We want to meet with the board as soon as possible,” he stated. “The board has to be aware of our position. A lot of misinformation is given to the board. The board needs the facts.” If the board decides to support the administration, the physicians would take it to the next level, appealing to the Ministry of Health to intervene, Dr. Stas noted. “We’ve solved one problem after an- other,” he said of doctors. “We’ve jumped in and solved it time after time. The frus- tration is too much and we can’t practice in that environment. “We don’t want to be fighting to pre- serve services. This is the last straw and we won’t take it anymore.” The physicians are hoping that after meeting with the board, directors “will make the appropriate decision and re- verse the decision.” About 1,500 births were handled at the Ajax site last year. At Centenary, there were about 2,000. Mr. Martin said a hos- pital in Guelph, faced with the same situation as Ajax-Pickering, “partnered with another hospital and they were able to reopen it after several months. “It’s important to believe in a hopeful future rather than live in constant fear,” Mr. Martin stated. “We’ll be able to re- build it once we have a stable of pediatri- cians.” He added the hospital’s board is “ab- solutely committed” to returning births to Ajax-Pickering. The Friends rally is Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. in the HMS Ajax Room of the Ajax Com- munity Centre, on Centennial Road. ✦ Hospital from page 1 Hospital ‘absolutely committed’ to returning births A number of Ajax and Pickering hospital doctors want to meet with Rouge Valley Health System’s board of directors in the wake of this week’s decision to move obstetric ser- vices due to a lack of physicians. I QUIT SMOKING FOR A GOOD REASON… To be around when we win the Cup. Now more than ever, quitting smoking is within your reach. Paid for by the Government of Ontario Contact Durham Health Connection Line for help with quitting smoking 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729 www.region.durham.on.ca durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL McTeague makes ‘Cents’ To the editor: Re: ‘The half-buck stops here,’ Nov. 25, and ‘McTeague boosts 50 Cent,’ Chris Bovie column, Nov. 27. The words “silly” and “ignorant” have been applied to denigrate Dan McTeague and his request that ‘Immigration‘ refuse Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson entry into Canada. Mr. McTeague used a series of facts in a clear and cogent argument for denying Mr. Jackson entry into Canada. Relative expressions like “silly” and “ignorant” do not change the facts put forward by Mr. McTeague. The designation performer or artist should not in itself validate a passport to Canada. Off on a tangent, but not unrelated, do we overlook the vi- tiation and violation of our precious infants, by purveyors of child pornography, on the basis that their photographic and written material might have ‘artistic merit.’ Do we do nothing because “the problem is a lot more com- plex?” Christopher Curran, Ajax U nderstandably, the news this week that the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital will have to suspend obstetric services came as a big blow to the community. The possibility has been raised be- fore, but last-minute manoeuvring has always seemed to find a solution. So the reality is hitting Ajax and Pickering residents hard, and along with soon- to-be mothers now having to find other birthing units, residents are wondering what this means for the future of the hospital. Most surprising has been the reaction from the public. There seems to be a real belief among some that this move was gleefully done by Rouge Valley ad- ministrators, that somewhere they’re sitting back patting each other on the back. Now, let’s think about this for a sec- ond. Rouge Valley has spent the last number of years putting together an expansion plan, working with designers down to the final details; it has gone to the public for financial commitments of more than $20 million; it has rallied support from local politicians, and it has lobbied the Province hard, all so it could possibly drive a nail in its own coffin? Because that’s really what we’re look- ing at, aren’t we? Without hospital ex- pansion, it’s hard to convince doctors to set up shop here. But, without the doc- tors in areas such as obstetrics, it makes it that much harder for the hospital to convince the Province of its case for redevelopment. Where the anger and frustration re- ally should be focused is on the Prov- ince. People should be screaming mad and they should be letting Health Mi- ister George Smitherman know about it, along with Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MPP Wayne Arthurs. There have been enough signs, signals and facts these past few years from our communities that expansion is needed, that we need support, that the current hospital site can’t continue to service almost 300,000 people as it does now. This has to be the Province’s sobering wakeup call to finally break the inertia. The argument’s been well made for expansion, the hospital community is one of the most active and supportive you’ll find anywhere, and there are even more challenges in the years ahead as tens of thousands of new people move into Ajax and Pickering. It’s time the Liberals stepped up and started delivering for our communities before things get worse. It’s becoming increasingly hard to un- derstand the lack of support and the un- certainty and division it’s causing here in Ajax and Pickering. To ny Doyle’s column ap- pears every third Sunday. E-mail tdoyle@durhamregion.com. Tony Doyle managing editor Make or break time for hospital NEWS A DVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief To ny Doyle, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising 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 Com- mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of news- papers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carl- ton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that addresses reader complaints about member newspapers.The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertise- ment. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error oc- cupies. Editorial and Advertising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized repro- duction is prohibited. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791. [ Letters Policy ]-- We w elcome letters that include name, city of residence and phone numbers for verification. Writers are generally limited to 200 words and one submission in 30 days. We decline announce- ments, poetry, open letters, consumer complaints, congratula- tions and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clar- ity. 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. We must fight domestic violence Tuesday stands as a grim reminder of one of the worst days in Canadian history. It’s hard to believe but it’s been 16 years since the most appalling single-day crime in our past took place. On Dec. 6, 1989 a crazed gunman walked into Ecole Poly- technique in Montreal and shot 14 women to death before turning the gun on himself. The ‘Montreal Massacre’ sent shockwaves through the nation and caused men and women alike to look deep inside themselves in search of an answer for the horror of violence against women. We’re still searching. The crime turned a glaring spotlight on the issue of vio- lence against women and led directly to the Liberal govern- ment’s pledge to adopt gun control measures in the hope crimes of violence might be reduced in the future. While the debate rages about the effectiveness of govern- ment measures to attack the problem, the underlying issue remains one of educating young people about equality. It also centres around constant awareness of the problem and of vigilance that justice measures be strengthened to punish offenders. The Montreal massacre also launched the white-ribbon campaign against domestic violence. In Durham, the CAW Local 222 Women’s Committee will host its annual candle- light vigil Tuesday to honour the 14 woman who died that day and to remember all women who have lost their lives to violence. The event takes place at the union hall, 1425 Phillip Murray Av e., Oshawa, and all are invited to attend. In addition, the women’s committee will launch a postcard campaign to encourage the federal government to push for social and economic equality for women. The postcards call for safe affordable housing, a national childcare program and adequate funding for women’s groups and programs. The committee is aiming to have 10,000 postcards go from Durham Region during the next four months. The cards will be handed to the prime minister next March 8. As well as the postcard campaign, other measures must include jailing peace bond offenders to clearly demonstrate a zero-tolerance policy to those who flout the law. The Crimi- nal Code needs to provide justices of the peace, judges and prosecutors with the power to severely penalize stalkers and those who refuse to obey the law. Through education and publicity we must create a society which will not tolerate domestic abuse of any kind. LETTER TO THE EDITOR after school and attacked by three older teenagers from another school. “And there are three dif- ferent races (involved in the attack),” said Mrs. Jaglal. “It’s not a race thing, it’s a bullying thing.” Along with hurting her physically, the attack took away Elizabeth’s sense of se- curity. “People always say it’s not going to happen to you and then it happens,” said Eliza- beth in an interview. “I don’t want to go back (to school) at all.” Elizabeth added that by attending the meeting and hearing she’s not the only victim, she does feel a bit bet- ter. To prevent violence, peo- ple need to understand what places youth at risk and de- velop effective programs to overcome those factors, said Lew Golding, a Pickering resident and manager of a substance abuse program for African Canadian and Caribbean youth at the Cen- tre of Addiction and Mental Health. He added putting more police officers on the street will not solve the problem, but healthy working relation- ships between the police, community agencies, schools and home can help. “If we’re going to do it right, we have to understand what the root causes are,” said Mr. Golding. He listed some of the char- acteristics that reduce violent behaviour as self-confidence, communication and prob- lem-solving skills. Some risk factors are poor monitoring, impulsiveness and witness- ing violence, he said. Greg Mills, a Durham Re- gion Police Service superin- tendent, said there are lots of factors involved in youth vio- lence, and a solution needs several years. Mr. Mills said there are now 14-year-olds involved in gun crimes. “Why would such young people get involved in such violent activity?” asked Mr. Mills. “A lot of them have in- dicated they don’t expect to live very long. What would cause them to get involved in this type of lifestyle?” Autumn Walters, a 16- year-old Pine Ridge student, joined her mother Robin Walters at the forum because she felt it was important for youth to come out, especially from certain ethnic groups. She’ll take back to fellow stu- dents the positive and nega- tive impressions of youth ex- pressed at the meeting. “It’s important for us to come out and hear their per- spective of us,” said Autumn. She said 98 per cent of stu- dents are at school to learn and the two per cent lacking morality are from all ethnic groups. “There’s this ugly blanket cast over the black commu- nity right now,” Mrs. Walters said during the forum. She said whenever some- thing bad happens down- town people blame the black community, but added there are many hard-working, law- abiding black people. CAVE is chaired by Pick- ering Councillors Maurice Brenner and Doug Dicker- son and includes representa- tives from various commu- nity sectors, among others. Councillors Bill McLean and Kevin Ashe facilitated the forum. With information col- lected at the meeting, CAVE will contact those interested in being part of a committee to work on plans to address violence in Pickering. ...to everyone in the community that supported our Annual Bazzar, which was held on November 19, 2005 Village Retirement Centre 1955 Valley Farm Rd. Pickering Community Nursing Home 905-831-2522 www.cnhpickering.ca Orchard Villa Retirement Residence 905-831-2641 www.orchardvilla.ca Thank you to our local business that donated prizes for our raffl e... 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This will leave the women of West Durham with no health care services. As a growing community, this is completely unacceptable. As residents, the Friends of the Ajax/Pickering Hospital are demanding that the decision be reversed immediately. PUBLIC MEETING Wednesday, December 7 7:00 p.m. Ajax Community Centre, HMS Ajax Room COME AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT If you are not able to attend, please e-mail or call your MPP or the Hon. George Smitherman, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care ASAP to demand that the Paediatric and Obstetrical Units be kept open and fully funded. PAID ADVERTISEMENT A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com CHRISTMAS MAKEOVER WIN $3000a combined makeover madness package valued up to MAKEOVER The Makeover Madness contest is a promotional contest run by the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser newspaper and local merchants/businesses. 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UNIT 1 & 2 905-428-7665 COLONIAL POOLS & RECREATIONS, AJAX More than a Pool Store CHRISTMAS MAKEOVER CHRISTMAS MAKEOVER durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 15 A/P A/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.co Best All-Around Restaurant 2005 Best Pub 2005 Best Patio 2005 Best Garden 2005 Business of the Year 2005 We have the Awards to Prove it! Experience the 32 Time Award Winning Black Dog. Exceptional food and service is just around the corner. 87 Island Rd. Just East of Port Union, South of the 401 416-286-4544 For Menu’s, Events and more…www.blackdogpub.com ‘I still remember with my first visit seeing this garbage pile and a child, who was about 10 years old, rooting through it and a pig rooting through the same pile. ’ Durham man enjoying new foods, attempting new language By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — The food, the language and mud huts — Mark Simmons has been busy the past two months taking in the cul- ture of Ghana. Since arriving in the capital of Accra for his volunteer place- ment at the West African AIDS Foundation (WAAF) at the end of September, the Courtice resident has been making new friends, travelling to new places and learning new things. Although English is the official language, Mr. Simmons has found a few Ghanaians who don’t speak any English and that many prefer their native dialect. “I have learned a few words that I use on a regular basis and a lot of Ghanaians are quite pleased if I just say a word or two in Twi (one of the African lan- guages used in Ghana),” he said in an interview by e-mail. “I think they feel it shows that I have respect for their culture.” Mr. Simmons has picked up the names of some traditional Ghana- ian dishes, including his favourites. “Traditional Ghanaian food is very different from anything I’ve eaten before, but I really enjoy it,” he said. “Banku and okra stew is probably my least favourite. Ampesi with spinach stew and ground nut soup are the foods that I’ll probably miss most when I return to Canada.” In addition to trying different foods, Mr. Simmons has been able to try a different way of eating. “Probably the most interesting aspect of eating in Ghana is that food is traditionally eaten without utensils, using only the fingers of your right hand. This includes the soups and stews, which you scoop up using the fufu, banku or ampesi or with your fingers,” he said. “It was a little messy at first, but I’m start- ing to get the hang of it.” Mr. Simmons applied to become a volunteer through Cana- dian Crossroads International and was matched up with WAAF where he is setting up a computer network and doing other IT work. It is a five-month placement. Janet Roth, a Claremont resident, had been to Ghana twice before she left Oct. 26 for another month there. The Rouge Val- ley Health System nurse got involved doing clinic work there through Project Reach Out, a charity that provides health care to children around the world. She works in more rural areas than Mr. Simmons, but shares similar experiences. In an interview before she left, she talked about many things including the culture. “I love the food,” she said, noting rice is a staple in the Ghana- ian diet. Her favourites are wacchi, which is rice with onion and black eyed peas, and jalafras, which is rice with tomato, chicken and spices. She didn’t pick up the African languages that easily either. “It’s still hard to get my tongue around,” she said. “They love it if you say anything.” The bulk of Ms. Roth’s stays have been in Tema, 40 minutes north of Ghana. She said there is more poverty in the north. “You still see women walking with buckets of water to the stream,” she said, adding people live more in mud huts here while the south is more “citified. “It was a little overwhelming. You think you’re prepared, but I don’t think you can be prepared for the extreme poverty until you see it,” Ms. Roth said. “When they say they have nothing, they mean nothing.” Although there are many memories and images she carries with her from her trips, one stands out in particular. “I still remember with my first visit seeing this garbage pile and a child, who was about 10 years old, rooting through it and a pig rooting through the same pile,” she said. “I don’t think I’ll ever forget it.” Through Mr. Simmons weekend ventures out of Accra, he’s seen sights that have opened his eyes too. He said the poorer neighbourhoods are mostly filled with huts (20-by-20 feet) or shacks, made either with wood and tin or mud and reeds. Fisherman or refugees from Liberia and other nearby countries generally live in them. “When I see those shacks it’s hard for me to not feel sorry for the people living inside, but one Ghanaian I talked to pointed out that some of those people may be perfectly happy with the home they’re living in,” he said. His most memorable trip so far was to Cape Coast and its slave castle, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of a few dozen slave castles along Ghana’s coastline, and has three dungeons where thousands of men were kept and often died while waiting to be shipped away from their homeland. “It was quite haunting to stand in the dungeons where thou- sands of human beings had been imprisoned just a couple of centuries before,” Mr. Simmons said. “Most chilling was walking through ‘The Door of No Return,’ an exit from the castle that leads onto the beach. Once a slave walked through the door they boarded a ship and were taken to their new owners, never to return to Africa again.” newsdurhamregion.com searchkeyword: africaghanasimmons Follow Mark’s BLOG drinfo.ca/simmonsblog.html durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 17 A/P A Twi vocabulary lesson The following are a few of the Twi words Mark Sim- mons has learned since his arrival in Ghana: akwaaba (pronounced a-kwaba) — welcome mede asi (medasi) — thank you obruni (o-bruni) — white person E te sen? (etisen) — How are you? ochinea (ochina) — tomorrow (as in see you to- morrow) madanfo (madanfo) — friend The ABCs of Ghanaian cuisine Durham resident Mark Simmons has been sampling Ghanaian foods since his arrival in Africa earlier this year. Among the delicacies he’s tried are: Fufu: An almost gooey mound of dough made by pounding cassava, plantain or yam with a six-foot long pounder, and which is swallowed without chewing. It’s usually eaten with chicken, goat or ground nut soup. Banku: A less-gooey mound of dough that is often eaten with okra stew. Ampesi: Boiled yam or plantain which is eaten with spinach or tomato stew. Red-red: A dish made with fried beans and some- times with tuna, eaten with fried plantain. =`^_k`e^ 8@;J `e8]i`ZX 1BS UPGB%VSIBNNBOT WPMVOUFFSJOUFSOTIJQJO UIF3FQVCMJDPG(IBOB Chewing on a new culture It’s been an ongoing learning experience for Durham man Mark Simmons, below, as he continues his five-month stay in Ghana as a volunteer through a Canadian Crossroads International program. Along with a new dialect and food, he’s been exposed to severe poverty. However, he notes a Ghanaian pointed out some of these people are ‘perfectly happy with the home they’re living in.’ By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — VOCAL asked and it received. The group’s input was evident in the final motion carried by Picker- ing council Monday evening re- garding Transport Canada’s due diligence review of the Greater To- ronto Airports Authority’s plan for a proposed Pickering airport. The original motion was brought forward Nov. 7, but Stephen Fred- erick, president of Voters Orga- nized to Cancel the Airport Lands (VOCAL), asked council to defer the motion so there would be time to consider VOCAL’s concerns. The motion is asking the min- ister of transport to ensure the review includes several consider- ations, including the timeline. “A 10-year time horizon on the forecast will increase the reliability of the forecast to the community,” he said at the Nov. 21 meeting. He added 10 years allows for enough time for both the environmental assessment and construction. The first version of the motion made no reference to the forecasting ho- rizon, but the GTAA is looking at a 30-year time frame. “A 30-year time frame does not serve the community and does not lend itself to a responsible and vi- able option for the community,” Mr. Frederick said. Ward 1 City Councillor David Pickles, who has pushed for a peer review of the GTAA’s plan, worked with Mr. Frederick and VOCAL on the revised motion. “We’ve added an additional level of detail for the comfort of the residents of Pickering,” he said. “I think this is what the community is looking for.” Mr. Frederick was also look- ing for a review of governance at southern Ontario airports. He said the GTAA and the Hamilton Inter- national Airport compete against one another for business, as well as against other area airports, “with none of them operating ef- ficiently.” Mayor Dave Ryan suggested a few friendly amendments, includ- ing changing the wording from “s outhern Ontario airports” to those within a 200-kilometre ra- dius of Toronto. As well, he wanted the City compensated if its staff has to spend a considerable amount of time giving input on the review. Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner wanted options looked at in the event the review comes back and says an airport isn’t needed. “I do think we need to began to prepare as a municipality for the economic viability of what the op- tions might be,” he said, adding he doesn’t want 10 or 20 more years of the lands being in limbo. Pickering’s motion asked the minister to ensure the review pro- vides ample opportunity for Pick- ering council and the community to participate in the process; that it takes into consideration a com- prehensive business-case analysis of a potential airport in Pickering -- the City has consistently said that an airport proposal should be profitable on a stand-alone basis; and that it includes an indepen- dent review of the GTAA’s airport master plan. P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com SEARS THE BAY ZELLERS FAMOUS PLAYERS STAPLES CHAPTERS SPORT CHEK OLD NAVY HOLIDAY HOURS Monday to Saturday 9am to 10pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm North of Hwy 401,intersection of Stevenson Road and Hwy 2 • 905.728.6231 Smile With Santa! Santa is only here once a year and your little cuties wont be this age for long. So take advantage of our wonderful Family Value Photo Packages. 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Ontario food banks have the highest rate of use in the country, serving more than 338,000 people per month in 2005. The OAFB ex- perienced a 4.8 per cent increase in use over last year, with one in four food banks unable to meet the food needs of those they serve. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 19 A/P Report cards came home and you or your child may be a little disappointed. You are looking for a quick fix to get their grades up -but few quick fixes last. Let’s explore how we can really help. Why do kids struggle or fail? There are specific reasons and, if we wish to help them, we must find the reason. Let’s take a boy and Mathematics for example, but the answer to this question applies to almost any subject. Here are a few of the most common problems that cause students to struggle in Mathematics. i) Skill Gaps: These are gaps in his skill base that prevent him from learning and understanding the next concept. 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Major Tony Dejacolyn is a com- pany commander at the Canadian Forces Disaster Assistance Re- sponse Team (DART) camp. He has been in Pakistan since Oct. 14, and DART members have been busy searching for injured people, pro- viding clean water and helping with the cleanup. Mr. Dejacolyn said conditions have changed in the time they’ve been there. “(When I first arrived) it was chaos. There were a lot of people who were injured, people were car- rying them down the mountain,” he said. “It was a very sad scene.” The 7.6-magnitude earthquake hit north Pakistan killing nearly 100,000 people, damaging homes, business and other buildings, and causing landslides. The Canadian soldiers have been busy moving earth and debris, as well as making sure there is enough clean drinking water available. They have four water purification units. “You can put the hoses into ex- tremely dirty water and the water that comes out the other end is clean and drinkable,” Mr. Dejaco- lyn said, noting they are purifying 50,000 litres a day. The stationary medical team has seen 8,000 patients so far, with sol- diers still finding injured people in the mountains. “The rush is on to get aid to the highest altitudes first because in a few weeks those areas are going to be cut off,” he said. Mr. Dejacolyn first joined the re- serves in 1981, deciding to join the armed forces full-time in 1991. In that time he’s travelled to Cyprus, Yu goslavia and Germany, among other places. He enjoys what he does very much, even though it takes him away from his family in Kingston. “It’s an exciting career. I’ve trav- elled a lot, seen a lot of things,” he said. “It’s very much an adventure. It’s not just a job.” Mr. Dejacolyn is proud of the work of his unit. He gave an example of a week or so ago when they went into a pocket in the mountain and found a group of injured people. “I’ve seen the best of men and women here,” he said. He’s also been impressed with the people they are helping. “These people are extremely re- silient,” he said. “They have a spirit about them.” Businesses are starting to reopen and schools are opening under makeshift tents -- positive signs, he said. The government has decided to cease operations in early December so Mr. Dejacolyn and his unit are starting to scale back, while at the same time making sure the aid void is filled by non-government organi- zations. Photo courtesy Corporal Kevin Paul Major Tony Dejacolyn, a Pickering native, is with the 200-member Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) deployed as part of Op- eration PLATEAU, the Canadian Forces’ contribution to earthquake relief efforts in Pakistan. Finding hope amidst the chaos A/P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.co In Memoriam/In Honour You can now make a donation in memory of a fam- ily member, friend or colleague. Simply call us at (905) 426-1064 Ext. 2222 and Herizon House will send a card on your behalf acknowledging your thoughtful donation. In honour of someone special, whether it is a milestone birthday, an anniversary, a wedding, or a special accomplishment. We will send a card on your behalf acknowledging your thoughtfulness! General Donation You can make a donation anytime to help a local women and child who is in crisis. By Phone: Please call (905) 426-1064 Ext. 2222 during regu- lar business hours. You can make a donation by using a credit card or by mailing a cheque. In Person: Please call (905) 426-1064 Ext. 2222 during regu- lar business hours to make an appointment today. By Mail: (Please note new address) Please complete the form below and mail it in with payment to: Herizon House, P.O. Box 87016, 915 Westney Rd. S Ajax, ON L1S 3K0 FAX: (905) 426-8275 WEBSITE: www.herizonhouse.com To make a donation 2005 proved to be a very busy and successful year. We are now settled into our new 25-bed facility serving women and children in need of safety and support. This year has solely been dedicated to getting our support programs up and run- ning. Our shelter has been running at full capacity since we opened our doors last summer; which sadly speaks volumes to the need in our community. Therefore, our annual fund- raising events for the year were postponed until 2006. The dates for our next “Tasteful Event” with Michael Fagan and our “Grand Gala” will be announced shortly. We hope to see all of you there to help us celebrate all of our accomplish- ments to date. After all, we wouldn’t be here without your fi nancial help and support. Therefore we once again thank the following sponsors for their ongoing fi nancial assistance and partnership: Sincerely, Christie May Manager of Development Community makes Herizon House a huge success! Cassisdy & Co. City of Pickering OPG Durham Promotions Hubbell Canada IODE Kinsmen Club Lions Club LCBO – Michael Fagan LCBO – Sandie Kraft Pickering Town Centre Rotary Club Royal Bank Runneymede Scotiabank – Durham Region Town of Ajax Tribute Trillium Foundation Gary Kirk Walmart CHRISTMAS HOURS: We will be graciously accepting Christmas donations beginning Thursday, December 1st Weekdays – 9 am to 5 pm Extended Hours Beginning Monday, December 12th Weekdays – 9 am to 8 pm Saturday, December 17th from 9 am to 2 pm Please contact Christie May – Manager of Develpment @ 905-426-1064 ext. 2222 for an appointment. Charity Number: 897222097RR0001 Who’s Your Guardian Angel? Everyone could use a guardian angel. We need you to be ours! Herizon House is now recruiting banks, retail outlets, schools, community groups and restaurants to sell our cute guardian angels to their members and clients for $2.00 each. The purchaser is then asked to write their name of their guardian angel in the space provided and post it in the establishment for everyone to see. 100% of revenue raised will go towards assisting women and children in our community live a life free from abuse and violence. Therefore, please participate and help us change lives! For further information please contact Christie May, Manager of Development (905) 426-1064 Ext. 2222 Christmas Wish List Cash donations are needed desperately for the following: •We sometimes need to send a taxi to pick up the women and children who call our crisis line and are fl eeing for their lives. This is a popular scenario at Christmas time. • Medications/Prescriptions • To purchase bus passes • School trips for the children •Slush fund for the women and kids – money on hand for unforeseen immediate needs such as underclothing in their size or items needed for the children’s schooling/ special needs. Tangible Gifts Needed Brand New Practical Items for women, children and teens (girls and boys under 18 years of age) such as: • Pajamas • Slippers •Seasonal Clothing in all sizes (Coats, hats, scarves, mit- tens, snow-pants, sweaters, pants etc.) • Hygiene Products • Curling Irons • Hot Rollers • Make-up • House-hold Items •Teens/Kids – Electronics, CD Players, CD’s, Boom Boxes, Games Gift Certifi cates Gift Certifi cates are a great opportunity for women, teens, and children to purchase the items they need and/ or to replace important items they had to leave behind. Some gift card options are as follows: •Teens – Movie Passes, Electronic Stores, Department Stores •Women – Restaurants, Hair Salon’s, Department Store’s, Grocery Store’s, Drug Store’s • Kids – Department Store’s, Toy Store’s Mission Statement We provide a place of safety, support and empowerment for abused women and their children. We are committed to ending the cycle of abuse and violence in the community. Spousal abuseabuse is ais a crime The worst physicalThe worst physical abuses occures in...abuses occures in... the most intimatethe most intimate relationshipsrelationships Boys who witness abuseBoys who witness abuse have a...have a... ...1000% greater chance...1000% greater chance of becoming an abuserof becoming an abuser themselvesthemselves 51%51%of Canadianof Canadian women havewomen have been victims of at leastbeen victims of at least one act of physical and/one act of physical and/ or sexual violence sinceor sexual violence since the age of 16the age of 16 Advertising Feature Domestic violenceDomestic violence occurs in families from...occurs in families from... ...all walks of life...all walks of life It was a cold and snowy December morning at the mall. The parking lot was jam-packed with vehicles, hundreds of people everywhere you turn standing in line to purchase Christmas gifts for their loved ones. People were laughing, smiling and excited about Christmas. While fi nalizing their won- derful plans for the season they waited in line with their youngsters for hours just to capture the twinkle in their eye; for even just one moment as Santa speaks to them, “Ho, ho,ho…and what would you like for Christmas little one”! At the back of the line watching and waiting patiently for their turn with Santa was a desperate mother holding the hands of her little girl and little boy. They were not holding the average bag of Christmas parcels you would expect, they were not there to shop at all! In fact, their mother used the last of their funds to take the bus to the mall so her children could ask Santa for a special gift. Finally, it was almost their turn. The little girl just six, hesitates and takes her mothers hand. Her little brother frightened and tired grasping his moth- er’s leg tightly. Mrs. Clause approaches the family, “Merry Christmas to you!” “What picture package would you like to purchase today?” The mother slowly and quietly opens her mouth to speak, and tugs at her sleeves to hide the bruis- es. “No, no picture please.” “My daugh- ter would like a quick visit with Santa Clause, if you don’t mind?” The little girl quickly scurried over and climbed up on Santa’s lap. “Well, hello there.” “What is your name?” Asks the friendly, jolly old fel- low! “My mom says I have a new name now.” “I got to pick it myself”, she an- swers with conviction. “Oh!” Santa sighs. “So, would you like to tell me your new name?” “Yes, it’s Sophie.” “Thank you for asking”, she politely responds. Santa, a little emotional and sur- prised with her answer, questions “What would you like Santa to bring you for Christmas?” She hangs her head down slowly, slightly to one side, her bangs fall in her eyes…and she sadly responds, “Santa, all I want for Christmas is for me, my mom and my baby brother to have a home again.” “Like the one we used to live in.” “You know the one with all the toys and all my stuff.” “Since you’re magic…you can get me a home again right?” Santa, with a tear in his eye ques- tions concernedly, “Sweetheart, where does your family live now?” “We live in a shelter right now.” “I asked my mom to bring me to the mall so you’ll know where to fi nd me on Christmas Eve.” “I wanted to ask you for a home so I can surprise my mom and then she won’t have to cry any- more.” Just imagine... through a childs eyesWhen women come to Herizon House after leaving an abusive relationship or work with our Transitional Support Program we often ask them what we can do for them and what needs to change? Most women say things like: “I just can’t take it anymore, I need to leave” “My kids are scared I’m going to be badly hurt” or “My kids and I just want to live without fear in our lives!” Women speak about the many ways they have been hurt when they seek out our services but few speak about being healed. Few even think it is a possibil- ity. We know it can be done but we also know the barriers they will face in get- ting there. Living a violence free life means that women have control of their lives, they no longer walk on eggshells, they can make choices that are best for them and they and their children can sleep safely in their beds at night. Living a violence free life provides safety but it does not provide economic security. We receive many calls from women who do not have enough money to feed their children, who cannot af- ford a bus ticket, who cannot send money to school for pizza day. More and more women are turning to Herizon House for help. Our shel- ter is not funded to assist women with these very basic needs but we do the best we can. You need to know that if you donate food, new clothing, money or gift vouchers to our shelter that you may also be helping a woman continue stay safe and live violence free beyond their stay at the shelter. When we opened, we did not expect to discover that in our prosperous com- munity we would fi nd women and chil- dren who, having the courage to leave, are now suffering from hunger and cold for having made that choice. We did not expect to fi nd women who have con- sidered trading hunger and cold for a return to a life of abuse. Can you imag- ine making that choice? We need the community’s help to assist these fami- lies. They are not asking for luxuries, just for enough food until they get paid or a warm coat and boots so that their child can get to school and perhaps once in a great while the ability to give their child a few dollars for a school event. Coming to Herizon House is just the beginning of the healing process. If we truly want to end the cycle of vio- lence then we must continue to support women who have the courage to leave. I am appealing to you, our community, to keep this in mind next time you are thinking of donating to a charity. Please think of how it feels to have “escaped” a life of violence and to fi nd you have exchanged it for a life of deprivation. Catherine Carney-White Herizon House Executive Director My name is Tasha Wilson and I am the new Volunteer Coordinator at Heri- zon House. This is an exciting time for the shelter as we are embarking on our brand new volunteer program. At this time we are currently seeking members of the community to join our volunteer team. Volunteers are needed in various program and service areas, and Herizon House strives to match volunteers with tasks that provide for an enriching ex- perience which make use of the skills volunteers have to offer. Some of the areas where volunteers typically provide assistance include: • Administrative Support • Bingo • Driving/Transportation of Clients • Donations Program • Shelter Operations • Special Events and Fundraising Initiatives I would also like to take this time to thank all past and current Herizon House volunteers for their endless time and devotion; we value all of your hard work! At Herizon House we appreciate all contributions from our volunteers and if you would like to inquire about any of our volunteer opportunities you can contact me at 905-426-1064 ext 2226 or volunteer@herizonhouse.com. I look forward to hearing from with you! Volunteering at Herizon House means you are helping others take the “fi rst step towards HOPE.” • Emergency Shelter •Crisis Counselling 24 hours a day •Supportive programs for resident children • Housing Support • Legal Support • Community Advocacy • Employment Resources •A safe non-judgmental environment Herizon House Programs & Services Offers services and resources to women who are living in an abusive relationship and wish to live independently. Some of the assistance offered is as follows: • Eviction Prevention • Tenant Rights Information • Referral to legal clinic •Access to Durham Social Services •Referral to community food banks • Life-skills Counselling • Budgeting Assistance New Volunteer Coordinator IF YOU ARE A WOMEN CURRENTLY LIVING IN AN ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP AND NEED TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT CALL (905) 426-1064 Ext. 2234 IF YOU ARE A WOMEN IN CRISIS CALL: 1- 866- HERIZON (437-4966) Domestic violence is theDomestic violence is the leading cause of injury...leading cause of injury... ...to women...to women between 15 - 44between 15 - 44 Adbuse tends toAdbuse tends to escalate...escalate... becoming increasinglybecoming increasingly more frequentmore frequent and severeand severe Every 90 seconds,Every 90 seconds, somehwere in Canadasomehwere in Canada someone is sexuallysomeone is sexually assaultedassaulted Advertising Feature Violence is aViolence is a learned behaviourlearned behaviour durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 21 A/P A/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com A NEW YEAR A NEW DESTINATION! is now offering THE TAJ as our new Casino Resort in Atlantic City TICO Reg #4559613 Casino bonuses subject to change without notice. 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They need to be extra careful, said Sandra Sherk, executive di- rector of the Credit Counselling Service of Durham Region, who specializes in helping people work within their budgets. “They have to know what they can afford to spend with- out impacting their monthly expenses,” she said. “Once they determine their gift budgets, it makes it easier.” Seniors must weigh a number of factors in deciding their gift budget. They have to consider increased transportation costs, and whether or not they have to spend more on groceries. “They need to factor all of that into their planning, and they might have to make the de- cision to give less, spend less,” said Ms. Sherk. Making it more difficult is the fact that many children don’t have a realistic idea of their grandparents’ fi- nancial situation. “There’s this myth that grand- ma and grandpa have lots of money and they can buy big presents,” said Ms. Sherk. “But if they’re on a pension, and they’ve got expenses, that’s not always true.” For those on a fixed income, it is especially important to know exactly how many people they will be buying for, and what they are willing and able to spend. The next step is to determine who is on their Christmas list, and then they need to look at how they can cut it down. “They might need to pare down on the number of people on their list, but if they can’t cut anyone off of it, they may need to spend less per person,” said Ms. Sherk. Of course, there are a number of ways that seniors can shrink their Christmas expenditures while still giving great gifts. Many seniors have more skills then the younger generations. “They should make use of their hobbies, like sewing, knit- ting, and woodworking, and give those kinds of gifts. When you have a hobby like that you don’t think others appreciate it, but they do,” she said. Seniors can also provide a valuable service. If their budget is really tight, they can do something like give a gift certificate for three or four hours of babysitting. Some se- niors don’t realize that people pay $7 to 8 an hour for babysit- ting, so they don’t go out be- cause they can’t afford a baby- sitter. One of the most important things a senior can give them- selves when deciding on how much they can spend is time. “It’s not as stressful if you have 12 months to work with then just one,” said Ms. Sherk. “There’s no magic solution. They need to be realistic, and know in advance what they can spend.” With these tips in mind, Dur- ham seniors can give great gifts without breaking their bank this holiday season. Making it a merry Christmas without breaking the bank Sandra Sherk says it’s a “myth that grandma and grandpa have lots of money” Walter Passarella /News Advertiser photo durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 23 A/P Call Today to Book your Tour! Fo r over twenty-five years, Orchard Villa has established a reputation as the finest retirement residence in the Durham Region. Conveniently located in a quiet neighbourhood, Orchard Villa offers a friendly, home-like environment. Orchard Villa Retirement Residence, when only the very best will do. CALL ORCH ARD VILLA 905-831-2641 ask for Bea Mueller Better still drop by, we would love to show you our home. 1955 VALLEY FARM ROAD, PICKERING, ONT. L1V 3R6 A MEMBER OF THE COMMUNITY LIFECARE FAMILY, CARING SINCE 1959 Retirement Residence Orchard Villa “When only the very best will do” “When only the very best will do” Euchre face PICKERING — William Sowerby appears pretty pleased with the card he’s laying down during a game of euchre on Dec. 1. He was playing with other members of the South Pickering Seniors Club at the East Shore Community Centre. Club members play Thursdays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Jason Liebregts /News Advertiser photo Additional help needed for seniors, for whom the flu shot is not as effective I ’ve always enjoyed eating chicken. But now, like many scientists around the world, I’ve also be- come interested in the health of chickens. Asian chickens are now infect- ing one another and millions are dying from the “chicken flu” H5N1 virus. This virus, if transferred to hu- mans, may cause a world pan- demic that could kill millions of North Americans. And if this happens what can you do to de- crease the risk of leaving this planet prematurely? In Europe, everyone is watch- ing H5N1 as if it were an invasion by a Mongol army. And for good reason. Scientists say this deadly virus is a close cousin to the Spanish flu virus that killed millions of people. They may be right as it’s al- ready infected 117 people and killed half of them. And since it’s been 25 years since the last pandemic, we’re due for another big one. I recently had my annual flu shot. But this won’t protect me from the chicken virus. Governments are also stocking supplies of Tamiflu, considered the first line of defense against chicken flu. One tablet daily for two weeks or longer may provide protection. But there are problems. In Canada, there’s only enough Ta miflu to treat 1.2 million peo- ple. Most of us won’t be on the priority list. Besides, there’s no guarantee Ta miflu will be effective against H5N1. Viruses are smart and have the uncanny ability to un- dergo mutations that are resis- tant to treatment. For instance, researchers re- cently found resistant strains of H5N1 in a Vietnamese girl who had been treated with Tamiflu. Moreover, she was infected by her brother, not by chickens. This, a rare case of human- to-human transmission, could reach epidemic proportions. So we have to face the grim truth. Today there’s precious little in our arsenal to protect against H5N1 if and when it strikes North America. But as Samuel Johnson once remarked, “nothing sharpens the wit so much as the knowledge you’re going to be hanged in the morning”. It also helps to clear the mind when H5N1 may strike sudden- ly. So this urgency has triggered another approach by a group of Canadian scientists. Why not give our immune system a shot- in-the-arm to increase resistance to influenza and H5N1? Dr. Predy, Edmonton’s Medi- cal Officer of Health, along with other Canadian infectious dis- ease experts, will determine whether Cold-fX, the brain-child of CV Technologies, fits the bill. Dr. Jacqueline Shan, CEO and chief scientific officer of CV Te chnologies, a leading science and technology company, says, “This study will investigate the effectiveness of Cold-fX in pre- venting respiratory viral infec- tions in community-dwelling se- niors who have been vaccinated against influenza. “This additional protection is needed as we know that the flu vaccine is not as effective in se- niors. “Previous clinical and immu- nological studies suggested that Cold-fX offers a broader spec- trum of anti-viral properties by enhancing the immune cells nat- ural fighting mechanism. “Therefore Cold-fX may be useful as a complimentary or al- ternative therapy to the flu vac- cine.” Par ticipants in this study will take either 400 milligrams Cold- fX a day (standard dose), 800 mg (high dose) or a placebo for a period of six months. They will report any respiratory infections and symptoms. And throat swaps will be tested for influenza A and B, parainflu- enza 1, 2 and 3 and respiratory syncytial virus. Dr. Andrew Simor, Head of Microbiology at Sunnybrook and Women’s College Health Science Centre in Toronto says, “This study represents a whole new direction in preventing and managing influenza and cold viral infection through immune modulation.” Dr. Janet McElhaney, an in- ternational renowned infectious expert at the University of British Columbia reports, “Two previous U.S. studies showed that Cold-fX demonstrated an 89 percent re- duction is influenza among nurs- ing home seniors.” Now another report published by the respected Canadian Med- ical Association Journal shows Cold-fX reduced recurrent respi- ratory infections by 56 percent with a 31 percent decrease in the severity of symptoms. Cold-fX is derived from North American ginseng and the tech- nology ensures safety, efficacy and consistency unlike many other over-the-counter products. Since air travel can bring H5N1 to this country within 24 hours, it will require a miracle to confine it to Asia. And Cold-fX, by boosting our own antibody producing cells, may help to defend us from chicken flu. To ronto physician Dr. Gifford- Jones has offered medical advice and opinions for decades in his syndicated column. Study to see if cold fighter can help fight flu Dr. Gifford- Jones the doctor g ame A/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com 3 DAYSALE T uesday, Dec. 6th – Thursday, Dec. 8th Tuesday – Thursday seniors shop + save an extra15%* On sale & clearance-priced merchandise and 15% on regular-priced merchandise. 30%ff men’s underwear by PRODIGE, JOE BOXER, STANFIELD, NAUTICA &HARVEY WOODS Jockey Family Event 25%ff women’s intimates, bras & hosiery; men’s socks & underwear and kids’ socks Multi-Million Dollar Denim Event up to 40%ff women’s & men’s fashions and jeans 30%-40%ff all men’s sleep pants, robes, pajamas and night shirts Excludes Olympic apparel. 50%ff WAYNE GRETZKY men’s designer fashions 50%ff all LIZ CLAIBORNE fall & winter designer fashions 30%-50%ff men’s dress shirts and ties 40%ff all women’s and men’s outerwear Excludes Olympic apparel. The Official Store of Christmas™ 30%ff all women’s shapewear, warmwear, daywear, bras &matching panties by OLGA, TRIUMPH, WARNERS & more 45%ff boxed bras and briefs by WONDERBRA & WARNERS 20 %ff Every day value priced gold and GLOBAL MIND &OUTLINE fashion jewellery and watches30%ff watches by SEIKO, ESPRIT, CITIZEN & BULOVA 40%ff POINT ZERO watches on a huge selection of men’s, women’s & kids’ already reduced fashions (including designer brands), intimates, sleepwear, accessories & hosiery 25%SAVE AN EXTRA SEMI-ANNUAL F ASHION EVENT By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — Fewer visitors and poor weather mean one of Durham’s prime attractions must close for good in the new year. The world famous grounds and tiny towns at Cullen Gardens and Miniature Village will shut down permanently on Jan. 1, followed by the banquet facilities and Grill and Grape restaurant on Jan. 8, said Sue Cullen-Green, the site’s owner. The golf driving range will reopen in April. The Cullen family is “fine” with the decision, she said in an interview Thurs- day. Ms. Cullen-Green’s father, Len, now 80, opened Cullen Gardens on Taunton Road at Cochrane Street on May 30, 1980. “He understands and he’s been watch- ing the business erode for some time,” Ms. Cullen-Green said. “He just knows that this is what has to happen.” The centre employs 50 to 75 people throughout the season, who were told of the closure on Tuesday, she added. “Some were surprised. Some were not surprised. Some were quite shocked,” she said. “On the whole, they, too, have noticed some decline in business. They know you just can’t keep something open forever if there isn’t the money to shore up.” When asked if rumours were true that the sprawling land had been sold to a developer, Ms. Cullen-Green said they are “considering any options” but that nothing had been settled. The property, which includes 36 acres of show gardens and other environmentally sensitive valley lands, is currently zoned passive recreational, said John Austin, Whitby’s manager of development control. In its prime, Cullen Gardens drew 300,000 visitors each year, many from as far away as Japan. The Region of Dur- ham considered it a “major attraction” and used it in almost all of its tourism ad- vertising efforts, said Pat Olive, the com- missioner of economic development. “It was a major drawing attraction for day trips,” he said, and was one of the only tourist spots to get a sign on Hwy. 401. The family is still deciding what will happen to the miniatures -- many of which were based on houses in Dur- ham -- or the heritage-designated Lynde House that cannot be demolished, Mr. Cullen-Green said. Weddings and other events booked in the banquet facilities and restaurant have been cancelled for 2006. But until then, the gardens’ doors and restaurant are wide open for the Christ- mas light festival, running daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. until Jan. 1. “The main thing is to thank all of our loyal guests and customers from not only Whitby, but all of Durham for their many years of support,” Ms. Cullen-Green said. “We thank them very much for that.” Fewer visitors, poor weather force closure of Cullen Gardens durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 25 A/P Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Everyday Bay Value, just-reduced, Power Buys, Manager’s Specials, licensed departments, Salviati, Home Studio, Liz Claiborne Home, Vera Wang, GlucksteinHome, Mantles home fashions are excluded. 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Ask a sales associate for details. 10 %ff Memories of Cullen Gardens By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — When Tricia Johnston’s husband moved to Durham Region, she said one of the first places he took his son was Cullen Gardens and Minia- ture Village. “He remembered growing up and being brought here by his parents, so he has a lot of happy memories here,” said Ms. Johnston, who was at Cullen Gardens with her 3-year-old son, Tyler, on Dec. 1 -- the day after the attraction announced it would close for good as of Jan. 8. “I heard about it this morning on my way in, and I’m really disappointed because I don’t feel this region has enough to offer for kids (in) this age group,” she said. “There are very few parks, there are very few wading pools, and this is one place that I found that I can bring my son and he really enjoys it. With this being gone, I don’t know what I’ll take him to.” Officials at Cullen Gardens, at 300 Ta unton Rd. W. in Whitby, would not say if the attraction would be re-open- ing under a new owner. In May, the landmark tourist site celebrated 25 years of service in the community. “I never thought it would make it,” Len Cullen said at the time. “I’m ‘all systems go.’ It’s going to be a great year.” More than 300,000 people visit Cul- len Gardens and Miniature Village a year to see its 36 acres of gardens and 160 buildings in its miniature village. In May, Mr. Cullen said he was inspired to build Cullen Gardens and Miniature Village after watching Rupert Edwards create Edwards Gardens in Toronto. “I saw what great fun he was having... and I said to myself if I ever get the op- portunity I’m going to open a garden and invite the world to come,” Mr. Cul- len said. Mauro Ezquerra, 36, who was at Cul- len Gardens with his 3-year-old son, Al- exander, and 15-month-old daughter, Emma, said he was sad and surprised to learn it will be closing. “It’s good for the kids,” he said. “It’s a family-oriented place that you can come to every year and have a good time. I love Christmas here because they (have) all the lights and the snow looks pretty neat on the pathways, and the little tiny houses they have.” Mr. Ezquerra said he’s been a visitor to Cullen Gardens for 8 years, and that he will miss coming with his kids in future years. “Future families when they have young kids, they won’t be able to come here; that’s the saddest part,” he said. Arnold Alan, who was at Cullen Gar- dens to find out when the Festival of Lights started, called it a terrific attrac- tion for the area. “It would be sad to see them close — I’d like them to carry on here for many years yet,” Mr. Alan said. “It’s a great children’s attraction, for parents to bring their children. I’m a senior and I plan on coming out here and see- ing the lights. I think it’s a wonderful place.” The Festival of Lights ends Jan. 1, while Cullen Gardens and Miniature Village, along with the Grill and Grape Restaurant, will close Jan. 8. The driv- ing range will reopen in the spring. A/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.co Call Susan Fleming at 905-683-5110 ext. 231 to advertise in this feature. NEW PATIENTS & EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS WELCOMED E-mail: durhamdent@aol.com Website: www.comsearch-can.com/DURHAM.html A Healthy Smile is always in style. Let us make you smile again. 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According to a survey published by Con- sumer Reports in 2004, in which more than 3,000 respondents participated, drug treat- ments may work faster on symptoms, but they also have more serious side effects than people realize. Talk therapy with a qualifi ed mental health practitioner, on the other hand, can yield equally effective results as medication - but without any long-term dependency or unde- sirable effects. Dr. David Direnfeld is one such practitio- ner. As a clinical psychologist who special- izes in cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), he has observed fi rst-hand the remarkable impact CBT has had on his patients. “I have seen astonishing, dramatic changes in pa- tients who never thought it was possible to overcome their fears and worries,” he says. CBT is an evidence-based breakthrough in mental health care. Dr. Direnfeld, who has been practicing CBT since the early 90s, is now the clinical director of the Cen- tre for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in Ajax, a treatment facility committed to us- ing research-based mental health treatments. “Helping people change their lives using CBT is, honestly, the most rewarding part of my job. It’s quite astounding.” Here’s how it works. CBT focuses on how our thoughts infl uence our feelings and be- haviours. Every mental disorder - like de- pression, anxiety or panic disorder - is the Beyond Freud: How talk therapy can change your life result of distorted, irrational thought patterns. Usually there is a particular situation or trig- ger - like, for example, dirt/germs, a crowded mall or a traumatic memory - which causes an unusually high level of distress. It is not, however, the situation or trig- ger which causes distress. It is, instead, our distorted interpretation of it. And these ha- bitual distortions in thinking - or “automatic thoughts” - can cause people to withdraw, panic, avoid situations or engage in other self-defeating behaviour. CBT uses structured techniques to change distorted thought patterns by weakening the connection between distressing stimuli and our automatic reactions to them. During the CBT treatment, patients discover new ways of dealing with diffi cult situations, often through gradual exposure to them. The goal is accurate and rational thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Drugs alone might make you feel better faster - sure. But well-researched “talk” treat- ments like that of CBT are just as effective - and longer lasting. Just look at the evidence. Study after study shows CBT to be as effective as medication in treating conditions like depression, and better than medication for treating conditions like anxiety. “These are well-documented facts,” says Dr. Direnfeld. “So it’s my job, es- sentially, to work myself out of a job - and help patients get better.” The Centre for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is located at 95 Bayly Street West, in Ajax. For more information, contact Dr. David Direnfeld at 905-427-2007 or email info@ccbt.ca. Call Susan Fleming at 905-683-5110 ext. 231 to advertise in this feature. Dr. J. D’Souza DENTIST 185 Brock St. N. Suite G3, Whitby PICKERINGHWY. #401 HWY. #2 N OSHAWAWHITBY TA UNTON RD. To Scarborough MARY ST.BROCK ST.SIMCOE ST.HARWOOD AVE.905-430-0118 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 27 A/P Call Susan Fleming at 905-683-5110 ext. 231 to advertise in this feature. 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For nearly 25 years, this dental practice Amberlea Dental voted Best Dentist three years in a row has offered a number of services and conveniences to help make dental care as easy as possible. For starters, business hours are very accommodating - the centre is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – and appointment times are very fl exible with same day appointments available. The Amberlea Dental Centre also offers dental emergency care with patients seen in two hours. There are 5 dentists to serve all your dental needs. It also helps that founder Dr. G. Diosy is affi liated with both of Durham’s hospitals. Looking for a second opinion? Amberlea Dental Centre offers free second-opinion evaluations as well as free estimates. You can also bring the kids, ages three and up, to this family-oriented practice, which does everything possible to make their visits fun by using kiddy lingo and tutti-fruity fl uoride. “It’s a great honour that our patients voted us the best for three years in a row,” says co-owner Dr P. Matolcsy. Amberlea Dental Centre is located in te Amberlea Shopping Centre beside the Dominion Save-A-Centre, just north of Whites Rd. and Highway 2. You may call 905-831-6666. Santa will arrive on December 17th 10:30 - 1:00 Free pictures & gifts with regular admission! Active Playcentre & Party Room 905-433-4668 1077 Boundary Rd. S. Oshawa, ON. (Boundary Mall - 3 1/2 min.S/E of Thickson & 401) COME VISIT SANTA AT LITTLE FEET FITNESS Mon-Fri 9:30 - 4:30pm Saturday 10:00 - 4:00pm Sunday Open for Private Parties Only• Little Feet Fitness & Fun Wentworth St. W. Thornton Rd. S. Boundary Rd. Lake Ontario Thickson Rd. Hwy. 401 Visit us at www.littlefeetfitness.com Babies to 4 yr. 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It’s tough advice to fol- low, especially for young and inexperienced gam- blers caught up in the thrill of big risks and/or the stress relief of becom- ing immersed in a game. According to the Prov- ince’s Responsible Gam- bling Council, youth 18-24 are twice as likely as older adults to develop a gam- bling problem, a reality not helped by the recent popularity of online games and televised poker tour- naments. “Youth are used to get- ting messages about things like alcohol and safe sex, but there are big risks as- sociated with gambling too,” said Laurie Bell, di- rector of prevention pro- grams at the council. “We hear about students blow- ing their OSAP loans on a game of Texas hold’em, or r uining relationships be- cause of gambling addic- tions. It can really affect their lives.” In an effort to reach young people before prob- lems start, the Responsible Gambling Council is send- ing a troupe of actors across the province, to perform a play called ‘Caught in the Game’ that teaches high school students about the risks associated with gam- bling. This is the sixth year for the program, which touched down at R.S. McLaughlin CVI and Mon. John Pereyma CSS in Os- hawa, at the end of No- vember. “We don’t have a big problem with gambling but we want to be proac- tive and teach the students up front that there are hazards,” said McLaughlin principal Karen Allan. “In the past, some schools in the area have had prob- lems with students gam- bling with dice and we want to avoid anything like that.” Durham’s Pinewood Centre has been offering problem gambling services since 1997 and according to counsellor Steve Chias- son, the number of youth seeking this kind of help is on the rise. He said while there is no common pathology or characteristic that all young gambling addicts share, emotional vulner- ability is often a key factor. “It surprises people to find out that youth often aren’t gambling for money, they’re doing it because it helps them get relief from stress, or anxiety or grief,” Mr. Chiasson explained. “It’s self-soothing behav- iour, because it allows them to disassociate from their environment.” At Pinewood, youth struggling with gambling problems can attend one of two weekly support groups and can also talk with counsellors like Mr. Chiasson, who are certi- fied to specifically treat problem gambling. These services are avail- able in Oshawa, Ajax and Port Perry. A/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com w e’ll give you a reason to smile... ...at the Deegan Denture Clinics Full & Partial Dentures Same Day Relines & Repair Soft Liners Implant Dentures BPS® Dentures Complimentary Consultations Michael C. 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L1S 3K3 905-683-6683 (Tel) 905-683-6641 (Fax) OFFICIAL GRAND OPENING RECEPTION Warmly welcome to come and experience our friendly office for a caring and professional experience. Date: Thursday, December 8, 2005 Time: Noon to 4 pm Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 12:15 pm • Free Lucky Draws to win a 21” TV, a DVD player and many other prizes • Spectacular Lion Dance Performance • Signature Sushi and other light refreshments • Great Price on Customized Christmas Cards • Terrific Design of Year 2006 Calendar with Corporate or Personal Identity • Many other Grand Opening Discounts and Specials Ac to rs travel the province so students don’t get Caught in the Game durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 PAGE 29 A/P NEWS ADVERTISER covers the Pickering Panthers By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — Dealing with a classroom, parents and report cards can be overwhelming for first-year teachers, but now they don’t have to go it alone. To help decrease the number of first-year teachers leaving the profession, the Province has intro- duced a mentoring and on-the-job induction program, a $15-million initiative available to about 10,000 teachers per year. As part of the en- deavour, senior teachers provide tips and support to those new to the profession. “A lot of times people, they have a certain expectation of what teach- ing is going to be like, but it’s a lot more than they think,” said Jenine Yellowlees, a teacher and mentor at Anderson CVI in Whitby. She added part of the mentoring program is to let first-year teachers know it gets better. “It can be very tiring and very frus- trating,” said Ms. Yellowlees. “The mentorship program is designed to help listen and help them self-anal- yse... almost like counselling.” In teaching especially, there’s a difficult learning curve, said Ms. Yel- lowlees. Discovering how to assess your classroom, plan lessons and establish resources, as well as deal with administrative items such as report cards, book labs and even use the photocopier can be challenging, said Ms. Yellowlees. For her role as a mentor, Ms. Yel- lowlees was trained by the board in support, communication, reflec- tion and administrative issues. She added a lot of the help provided is informal; she puts tips in the mail- boxes of new teachers, asks them how they’re doing in passing and meets with them once a month. Craig Burch, director of educa- tion for the Durham District School Board, said the program provides a smoother transition for teachers entering the system. “I think any employer should spend a lot of time training their new employees,” he said, noting the program guarantees everybody is thinking about the importance of additional training. He added the board already of- fers professional development for first-year teachers about class man- agement, the new curriculum and relationships with parents. “A nd the actuality of the job is always different than the training,” said Mr. Burch. John Malloy, a superintendent of education for the Durham Catholic District School Board, said it has al- ways known supporting new teach- ers is necessary to ensure they are not overwhelmed. “Our board already has a new teacher induction,” said Mr. Malloy. “A t this point, it has been working very well.” He added the board will expand the program as funding is allocated. He said research tells them provin- cially, a good portion of teachers are lost in their first five years, a time when they feel isolated or don’t know who to ask for support. Mentoring program helps new teachers with transition GREENWOOD HAMLET SERVICING & WESTNEY ROAD RE-ALIGNMENT STUDY Berrywoods Farm Inc. PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE #3 December 8, 2005 Integrated Approach – Planning Act and Class Environmental Assessment In order to obtain the necessary approvals to expand the hamlet of Greenwood, Berrywoods Farm Inc. is conducting the Greenwood Hamlet Servicing & West- ney Road Re-alignment Study. The study will address the following three com- ponents: • Proposed Berrywoods Farm plan of subdivision; • Proposed Westney Road Re-alignment; and, • Proposed new wastewater system. You are invited We welcome you to have a look at the preferred solutions and give us your comments. Provide your input on the proposed projects at the third and fi nal Public Open House: Thursday December 8, 2005 – 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Greenwood Community Centre – Located on the East Side of Greenwood Road South of 6th Concession Road across from the entrance to Pickering Village Museum Alternative road alignments and wastewater solutions have been evaluated based on the following: • engineering and public safety • natural environment • social/cultural environment • economic environment Planning Act and Class Environmental Assessment Berrywoods Farm Inc. is using the “integrated approach” set out in Section A.2.9 of the Class Environmental Assessment for Municipal Projects. This study will address the Planning Act approvals and the Schedule C Class Environmental Assessment requirements for the road and wastewater projects together. In accordance with the integrated approach, once the proponent has satisfi ed Section A.2.9 of the Class Environmental Assessment, the Planning Act approval of the subdivision will constitute the fulfi llment of the requirements of the Class Environmental Assessment for the specifi ed wastewater and road projects. The Region of Durham has expressed concerns about the validity of this process due to the outstanding court challenges to the Planning Act application. This separate process will be determined by the Divisional Court at a hearing to commence January 11, 2006. Comments or Questions? 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First Pickering Place A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com Paul Kent delivers winning touchdown for Pickering High By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — Paul Kent redeemed himself in the best possible way in helping the Pickering High School Trojans get back to the Metro Bowl for a second straight shot at Toronto and area senior high school football glory. The defensive back, by his own admission, got burned on an inter- ception attempt that ended up in the end zone on the Upper Canada College Blues’ first play from scrim- mage in the first quarter. Kent’s second try at an intercep- tion would have a much more pro- ductive result. With the Trojans trailing 12-9 in the Metro Bowl semifinal contest at To ronto’s Esther Shiner Stadium on Friday afternoon, and with the clock ticking down on their season, Kent came up with the game-breaking play. With 8:14 remaining in the fourth quarter, Kent stepped in front of quarterback Justin Von Etzdorf’s er- rant throw and took off for the end zone. Aided by at least two solid blocks, he ran the interception back 35 yards to give the Trojans a 16-12 lead, their first of the game. The Trojans held off the Blues the rest of the way for a come-from- behind 16-12 victory under harsh weather conditions that included bitter cold and blowing snow. Kent was happy to get the chance to atone for his earlier miscalcula- tion. “I was looking for it all game. I just stepped back. I had my eyes on the quarterback and when he threw, I just stepped up,” says Kent. And, when Kent saw daylight he wouldn’t be deterred. “I was loving it, I was loving it. I was wondering where everyone was,” he says, in a moment away from a jubilant on-field celebration following the game. Trojans’ coach Rick Shea says the interception couldn’t have come at a more opportune time. “The interception brought new life into us,” says Shea. “We were coming back, but we knew we didn’t have the wind. But to get that in- terception and the touchdown was really big. We knew we couldn’t lose after that.” The touchdown capped a solid comeback by the Trojans, who were limited to a mere two points through three quarters of play. The deuce came courtesy a safety in the second quarter. Although trailing 12-2 at the half, Shea noted there was no panic in the dressing room during the inter- mission. “We weren’t nervous. This was a snow game. They got their points off of bad snaps and I think they had less yards than us. This is the way these games go and I told the boys ‘don’t be worried; this is how snow games go’. You have to be up at the end.” Early in the fourth, the Trojans broke through for their first touch- down after a solid running series led by Tim Brooks, who along with Michael Wynter, filled in admirably after workhorse fullback Frank Ai- ello went down with an injury late in the third quarter. After Brooks carried to the one-yard line, quarterback Troy Seivwright-Adams punched it in with 9:50 remaining. The Trojans now focus on the Metro Bowl final at the Rogers Cen- tre Thursday night against the York Region champion Huron Heights Warriors of Newmarket. Huron Heights won its semifinal contest, 23-13 over Toronto’s Richview Saints. “It’s going to be great for the guys to play in the SkyDome (Rogers Cen- tre). They’re excited; they’re happy to be able to play in front of their parents,” says Shea. “In Hamilton (last year) lots of parents couldn’t make it, but at SkyDome all their families and friends will be there, which will be nice. Shea knows, however, that Huron Heights will be a formidable foe. “Huron Heights have a lot of weapons. They’re quick and big. It’s going to be tough. It’s going to be a dogfight and hopefully we’ll come out on top.” Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Pickering Trojans’ Frank Aiello is tackled by Upper Canada Blues’ Nathan Leader during a Metro Bowl Championship series semifinal game Friday at Esther Shiner Stadium in North York. Pickering High used two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to win 16-12. A/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 4, 2005 durhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com UPCOMING Pickering Panthers host the Couchiching Terriers in junior ‘A’ hockey at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. Annesley set to join other eastern junior all-stars in Yorkton, Saskatchewan By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — A quality season just got better for Pickering Panther Ryan Annesley. The fourth-year Panther, who hails from Ajax, is one of only 12 players from the Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League named to play in the first-ever Canadian Junior ‘A’ Hockey League Prospects Game in Yorkton, Sask. It will feature 40 of the best ages 19 and under players in Canadian Junior ‘A’ hockey. The 19-year-old rearguard will play on the 20-member Team East, which suits up against Team West, composed of 20 players from tier II leagues in western Canada. The game’s on We dnesday, Dec. 7 at the Farrell Agen- cies Arena of the Gallagher Centre in the city of 17,000 in east-cen- tral Saskatch- ewan. Annesley leaves Mon- day and returns Thursday, and will miss one Panthers league game, against the Couchiching Terriers on We dnesday night. Suffice it to say, Annesley says being named to a national-calibre all-star showcase was unexpected. “Yeah, it was definitely a surprise, but also an honour to be chosen,” says Annesley, who’s the captain of the Panthers for a second consecu- tive season. The prospects game should serve as a magnet for National Hockey League and NCAA hockey scouts to view the best tier II junior players in Canada under one roof. As such, the 5-foot-10, 190-pound defence- man says it should help him land a scholarship to a U.S. university. “I’ve had a few offers from (NCAA) Division I and Division III schools. I hope the all-star game opens up a few more opportunities,” says Annesley, who’s currently tak- ing several courses at the University of Toronto. Annesley says he’s looking for- ward to suiting up with an extremely talented Team East cast. Knowing most of the players on the squad should be a bonus against Team West. “Just from the guys I know on our team, they’re all excellent players,” Annesley explains. “But, I’m sure they’ll have a good team too.” A number of events surround the junior ‘A’ prospects game, says An- nesley, including a skills competi- tion and a road hockey tournament on Tuesday evening. The road hock- ey event, he notes, could be a chal- lenge as the temperature in Yorkton is currently hovering around -16 C. On Wednesday, the teams gather for a luncheon before the prospects game. Annesley is one of the corner- stones of a Panthers team that’s been playing well of late. So well, in fact, that they’ve reeled off six consecu- tive victories, including wins against the first-place Markham Waxers, the St. Michael’s Buzzers and the Wex- ford Raiders. “Hopefully, we’ll keep it going right into the playoffs,” he says. If there’s a difference between previous Panther teams he’s played on and this one, Annesley says it’s the overall attitude of the players. “They’ve put together good hock- ey players and players with positive attitudes who have a will to win. When you put that together, success is inevitable,” he says. Annesley is currently third in Pan- thers’ team scoring with five goals and 27 assists in 27 games. 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Fax resume to 905-951-3078 To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00-5 Closed SaturdayEmail: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Classifi eds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 04, 2005 www.durhamregion.com L o o k i n g f o r a c a r e e r c h a n g e ? I n t e r e s t e d i n a n a p p r e n t i c e s h i p ? H O R T I C U LT U R A L T E C H N I C I A N P R E -A P P R E N T I C E S H I P T R A I N I N G P R O G R A M To Book Your Seat For An Information Session Call Kelly or Dani at 905-579-8482 ext 246 JHS Employment Services 75 Richmond St W, Oshawa The Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program is funded by the Government of Ontario F R E E P r e -A p p r e n t i c e s h i p t r a i n i ng P a i d w or k p la c e m e n t s B e c om e p a r t o f a g r ow i n g i nd u s t r y LOOKING FOR WORK? Then start with the THREE DAY JOB CLUB We will ●Give you a free, 96-page Job Search Manual (valued at $35)! ●Create and type for you a dynamic résumé and cover letter! ●Teach you how to use e-mail and to find jobs on the Internet! ●Show you how to beat the competition and find unadvertised jobs in the "Hidden Job Market"! ●Prepare you to answer "tough" interview questions! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? 80% of our participants find work within 8 weeks rate! The Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 193 King Street East, Oshawa (905) 579-1821 12-1400 Bayly Street, Pickering (905) 420-4010 This Project is funded by the Government of Canada CHILD & YOUTH WORKERS Part time and relief workers needed to work with children and youth in foster home set- ting in the Durham region area. Applicants must have a social services related diploma and/or experience in the field. Please apply to: Storey Homes 209 Bond Street East, Oshawa, On. L1G 1B4 or fax to (905) 434-1775 or email: don@storeyhomes.ca Joe at 905-426-4624 or visit 90 Kingston Road East, Durham Centre hrdept@2001audiovideo.com Full Time Sales/Management Trainees Hiring for Ajax/Whitby Locations High Base Salary, High Commissions Bonuses, Extensive Benefits, Management Training, Employment Stability Retail (commission) sales experience preferred Fax your Resume to the attention of: Come Sheridan Nurseries® Interested candidates are invited to apply in writing to: Sheridan Nurseries Attention: HR Manager R.R. #4 12302 10th Line, Georgetown, ON L7G 4S7 Fax: (905) 873 2478 E-mail: hr@sheridannurseries.com Thank you for your interest in Sheridan Nurseries! We kindly note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. www.sheridannurseries.com Sheridan Nurseries in Whitby is actively searching for an aggressive and organized team leader to join the team as: ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER - SALES This management position involves the daily supervision, training and monitoring of staff and the implementation of sales strategies, marketing programs, merchandising and store presentation standards. The ideal candidate has quality experience in retailing with a focus toward merchandising, customer service and sales, and demonstrates excellent leadership and supervision skills. The candidate will work days, evenings and weekends as required. GROWGROW With Us!With Us! Come Andrew Canada Inc.,an international supplier of Antenna and Pedestal Systems equipment, requires the following personnel: Quality Analyst The successful candidate will provide support for continuous improvement projects in an ISO 9001 environment to ensure compliance with company standards and in process inspection of various radar and pedestal components using blue print drawings and quality procedures. Electro/Mechanical Assembler The duties of this position consist of performing assembly and ver ification testing on radar pedestal products in accordance with prescribed standards and dimensional drawings. Qualifications for both positions include a community college diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Technology. The Quality Analyst requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience in a mechanical assembly oriented company as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with customers, and suppliers. The Assembler position requires a minimum of 1 year experience. We thank all candidates for their interest but must advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Please forward your resume to Human Resources at: Andrew Canada Inc. 606 Beech Street Whitby, Ontario L1N 5S2 Fax: 905-668-8590 or E-Mail: hrcanada@andrew.com We are an equal opportunity employer. Family Physician 2 days/week - $60,167 You will work in a multi disciplinary environment. 6% RRSP, group benefits, paid vacation. No overhead. If interested please contact: Mr. Lee Kierstead, Executive Director (905) 723 0036 ex218 lkierstead@ochc.ca ____________________________________ Health Promoter - Early Childhood Development Full-time $48,134 to $55,800 Early childhood development specialist required. Must be familiar with child development servic- es/programs in Durham Region. University degree in related field with 3 - 5 years experience. Email or fax your resume with letter of intent, quoting ref. #HP0512 by December 23, 2005 to: Hiring Committee Email: hiringcommittee@ochc.ca Fax: 905 432-3902 View full job postings on our website www.ochc.ca BALLYCLIFFE LODGE, "The Heart of Ajax" is currently accepting resumes for: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPERVISOR/MAINTENANCE Use your 1-2 years related experience to co- ordinate ancillary environmental services including maintenance, laundry and house- keeping. Hands-on maintenance work re- quired. Must have working knowledge of mechanical and fire systems. Fax or email resume to: Ballycliffe Lodge 70 Station Street, Ajax, L1S 1R9 Attention: Christine Langton Fax: (905) 427-5846 Email: clangton@chartwellreit.ca ParaMed Home Health Care Immediately requires Nurses for our Visit Nurse Program. Requirements: •Current registration •IV initiation, Central Line skills an asset •Ability to work days/evenings/weekends •Reliable vehicle Please fax resume to: Nursing Supervisor ParaMed Home Health Care Fax: 905-576-8852 Equal opportunity Employer DirectBuy in Pickering Now Hiring Full Time WAREHOUSE RECEIVER Tues-Fri 1-9pm Sat. 9:30am-5:30pm Fax resume to: 905-839-9471 or email to: ucc375@on.aibn.com DISPATCHER WANTED for Ajax To wing Company. Individual must be available nights and weekends. Please fax all resumes to the at- tention of Mary at 905-427-2995 DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make pro- ductive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. 416-284-4493 EARN INSTANT cash for Xmas. $20/ hour average. Registration positions available immediately. 416-640-2105; 866-940-0970 davidh@telgaservices.com EARN TOP $$$.60 - 80% com- mission. P/T or F/T. Experience preferred but will train. Call 647- 293-3901. FLOOR CLEANER needed, expe- rience in striping and waxing, must own a car or van. Night shifts. Call Dave (416)826-7582 FULL TIME POSITION for a Ser- vice Man/Handy Man required for local homebuilder. Related experi- ence a necessity, also experience with rules and regulations of the in- dustry. Please fax resumes to 905-436-3465 GREAT RESIDENTIAL CLEAN- ING positions available. Flexible hours, top wages! Energetic, self-starter with car. Rapidly grow- ing company in Durham Region. Call 905-655-7563 today! IF YOU HAVE 5-50 LBS TO lose... We have the career for you! For your Free consultation call 1-877-737-DIET(3438) or e-mail dietmagicresults@shaw.ca IMPULSE FITNESS is hiring for a flexible (days and evenings) front desk person, babysitter and clean- er. Apply with resume to: 2200 Brock Rd. North, Pickering. INSTALLERS WANTED Kitchen and bathroom renovations. Dur- ham and Scarborough. Must have experience, own tools and van. Call 905-903-0492, Fax: 905-831- 2382, www.bathmart.biz. LABOURERS required for roofing company, no experience neces- sary. Shinglers & sub crews. Good rates, start immediately. Contact Mike 416-896-3017 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thick- son) on Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m MAGICUTS one of Canada's lead- ing chains has the following posi- tions available: Licensed Assistant Manager for Whitby and Ajax. Plus PT stylist for Pickering and Whitby. We offer: Competitive salary, op- portunity for advancement, paid vacation, profit sharing, free train- ing classes, monthly prizes, hiring bonus, benefits. Join a winning team. Call Steph (905) 427-1496. NEW UPSCALE SPA in Ajax hir- ing exotic-looking attendants of any nationality. 19+ preferred. No experience. Top dollars. 416-270- 4740 ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr. avg. Full Time We Train You!! 905.435.0518 PA RT TIME SEWER needed to sew at home. Industry experience sewing dresses and ready to wear req’d. Please call Leanne (905) 571- 3062. PA RT-TIME CLEANER to start immediately at Bennett’s Home Furnishings in Pickering. 24 hours/5 half days per week. Cleaning experience. Care and Caution with Fine Furniture. Mail resume (No Phone calls) to Bennett’s Home Furnishings, 1099 Kingston Rd, Pickering, Ont. L1V 1B5 durham@bennetts.on.ca Only those interviewed will be contact- ed. PA RT-TIME CLEANER to start in September at new store in Pickering. 24 hours/5 half days per week. Cleaning experience. Care and Caution with Fine Furni- ture. Mail resume (No Phone calls) to Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1099 Kingston Rd, Pickering, Ont. L1V 1B5 durham@bennetts.on.ca Only those interviewed will be con- tacted. PA R TS COUNTERPERSON / As- sistant required full-time, for Ajax based crane company. Must have mechanical aptitude and experi- ence in a parts environment. Must have solid working knowledge of Windows, be detail oriented, orga- nized and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Fax re- sume to 905-686-8546. PERMANENT POSITION avail- able in fast paced retail environ- ment. Heavy lifting involved. Appli- cant must have good organization- al skills. Good people skills and fa- miliar with computer an asset. Ex- cellent benefit package. Send re- sume to Bennett's, 1099 Kingston Rd. Pickering, Ontario L1V 1B5 email durham@bennetts.ca No phone calls please PRINT SHOP requires a Full Time-Part Time Customer Ser- vice/Production Assistant. Previ- ous bindery experience an asset. Fax Resume with Salary Expecta- tions to 905-831-7924 SATURDAY for Ajax car dealer. Duties: driving, running errands, helping in shop. Must have valid clean drivers license & drive stan- dard. Min. wage. Suitable for stu- dents (905)427-2415 SIDING AND TROUGH CREWS with experience. Year round work. Call 416-438-4344. SIDING, SOFFIT, FACIA installer wanted full-time for Durham Re- gion. Must have own tools & trans- portation. Call (705)944-8892 or 905-718-0435. SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complex. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couple. No pets. Fax resume (905)623-2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED.Must be Red Cross/Royal life certified. Must be ab le to work days between the hours of 9 and 3 Please call (416 281-3815. TELEMARKETERS,Pickering. Warm calls business to business. Mature experienced person pre- ferred. Full-time Monday - Friday Hourly plus bonus. Email resume to: homeatreferlinx.com or call 905-839-1459 TILE INSTALLER with vehicle, valid G license, and tools, LA- BOURER with vehicle and valid G license. F/T basis. Call (905) 668- 8298 TRY OUR PRODUCT for free. We are so sure our system works, we'll let you try it for free. Free website, free support and training. www.automaticbuilder.com/28084 URGENT - HOUSE CLEANERS needed for fast-growing company. Pe r manent position. Room for ad- vancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242 WORK AT HOME $500 weekly. For mail/assembly work. For infor- mation package send stamp to Westshore, 5694 Highway #7 East, Ste 405, Markham ON L3P 1B4 AESTHETICIAN required with or without clientele for North Whitby Spa. Salary negotiable, excellent management-ownership potential. Fax resume with certificates to 905-579-4366 RMT/PART TIME,including Satur- days and Sundays required by The Facial Place, Whitby. Call (905)668-8128 ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK Company seeks fully experienced Cabinet Maker in Durham Region area. Please fax resume to: 905- 433-1463 CERAMIC TILE INSTALLERS needed. Experience and own transportation required. Call (905)260-4852. CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer, shop hand. Top Pay! Clean drivers licence. Experienced only. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 Custom Stainless Steel Fabrication Shop Specializing in food equipment, is looking for a person FULLY EXPERIENCED in Layout and the operation of a Power Shear and a Power Break. Please fax resume attention: Al Colterman 905-683-8546 or e-mail to alscontract@aol.com EXPERIENCED PART TIME tarp repair person. Sewing machine and heat welder are on site. Call (905) 683-7111 ask for Fred. INSTALLERS AND labourers for shingling and siding required for work in GTA/Durham. Experience preferred but will train. Drivers licence and vehicle an asset but not required. Please call 905-666- 5005. LICENSED DESIEL Mechanic re- quired to work part-time, must be self motivated, knowledge of trac- tor trailers. Be very flexible with hours. Suitable for retired mechan- ic. Call Executive Transportation, 905-697-1403. LICENSED ELECTRICIAN need- ed for industrial, commercial and residential work. 3-5 years Cdn. experience. Please fax resume 905-665-8048. METAL FINISHER required for Precision Sheetmetal shop. Must be experienced in grinding and sanding aluminum. Steady day shift, air conditioned and ventilated work environment. Very competi- tive wage and benefit package. Please fax resume to 905-623- 8294. OVERHEAD DOOR AND dock leveler company looking for experi- enced lead hand and mechanically inclined helpers. Drivers license a must. Start immediately. Please call Mike (905)670-0248 PLUMBER - LICENSED,experi- enced in residential, commercial service work, motivated, neat work.Fax resume (905)571-5332. Stainless Steel Fabricator Custom Stainless Steel Fabrication Shop specializing in food equipment, is looking for a person FULLY EXPERIENCED in TIG Welding and Fabrication. Please fax resume attention: Al Colterman 905-683-8546 or e-mail to alscontract@aol.com WOODWORKER for custom pine furniture shop. Knowledge of rout- er, plainer, and power tools essen- tial. Must be able to build cabinets, raised panels and crown moulding. 905-619-9272 or 647-833-2484. ADMIN ASSISTANT - Manage- ment company seeking Adminis- trator to provide resident services. Must be able to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Must have vehicle as administrator will travel between Whitby & Scarborough locations. Email: debbiep@ppmgmt.ca -Fax: 416- 675-0170. AP/AR CLERK. STRONG written and verbal, organized. Accounting and Business Vision an asset. 2 yrs exp. preferred. E-mail: cromano@fixturethis.com FULL/PART TIME office positions available. flexible hours, previous experience an asset. Call Bonnie at 416 281-3815 LEGAL ASSISTANT required for a Real Estate Lawyer in Whitby. Knowledge of The Conveyancer and PcLaw a must. Minimum 2 years experience required. Com- petitive salary along with benefits. Successful applicant must have a positive attitude, and be able to work in a team environment, with limited supervision. Please fax resume to Mark Woitzik at 905- 666-8621 or email directly to woitzik@rogers .com. Your dis- cretion with current employers will be respected. PT SECRETARY required for a busy Real Estate office. Hrs./Days: Mon. - Fri. 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m - 3 p.m. Must be able to multi task, have excellent computer skills and a professional phone manner. Ex- perience is preferred.! Fax all re- sumes to Kim Martin (905) 649- 6405. WHITBY DRYWALL COMPANY, 7-4pm. Secretary, 3 years experi- ence. Knowledge of drywall/insula- tion, sq.footage, general office du- ties, computer skills, read draw- ings and French an asset. Fax re- sume & salary expectations to 905-430-3903. After 4 pm Only. SALES/MARKETING REP - In- side sales rep needed for fast- paced publishing company. Base plus commission. Successful B2B exp a must. Resume to: rwh@rogers.com EXPERIENCED FULL-TIME certi- fied Dental Assistant for Ajax Of- fice. Computer experience pre- ferred. Full-time position, 34 hours, no evenings or weekends. Please call 905-683-0705. PHYSIOTHERAPIST needed for Vacation Relief in private clinic Oshawa/Courtice. Locum starts January 23/06 for 2-4 weeks. Phone (905)723-9675 or fax re- sume (905)723-9129 REGISTERED MASSAGE THER- APIST required. Apply with re- sume in person only to: Lakeridge Chiropractic Clinic 580 King St. W., Suite #2, Oshawa. RMT and Esthetician needed for busy medical spa. RMT clientele in place of approximately 6-8 mas- sages daily. Commission based or hourly. Esthetician will be trained on medical Esthetics. Call Eleanor. 905-619-2038 RMT NEEDED,1 year Maternity leave, established clinic. February start. Please forward resume to Whitby Civic Physiotherapy 555 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, L1N 2M8 RMT WANTED in Ajax for a chiro- practic centre, p/t, f/t. Rent and percentage as soon as possible. Call 905-683-8695 or fax to: 905- 683-8701. RN - ORAL SURGERY,Par t-time days, IV exp, possible benefits, Oshawa/Ajax. Please fax resume to Drs. Fenwick & Klein (905)434- 2357 WAITSTAFF/SERVERS required immediately for busy staffing agency. Must have own transpor- tation and Smart Serve. Email to: resumes@securechoice.ca or fax: 905-665-8770 *HOME SELLERS* Find Out What Homes Down The Street Sold For! Free computerized list with pictures of area home sales & current listings Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7041 Visit: www. DurhamAreaHomeSales .com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* *RENTERS* Why rent when You can own? Free computerized list with pictures of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 Visit: www. DurhamStopRenting .com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* 2 COTTAGES,129k/299k deed- ed/water, viewlake. 2 Houses, -3bdrm/bsmt apt, prime location 299k Whitby. 3-bdrm/garage 189k, Kawartha/Simcoe, Oshawa. 2 Va- cant land, 120x100 Pickering 259k. Raymond (905)666-3436. Private, No agents. 3 + 4 BEDROOM HOME rent to own or buy with no money down. Call Guenter today at 905-436- 0990. A PORT PERRY area NEW spec- tacular all brick bungalow exec. Home on 1 Acre lot Walk to Lake, Agents Welcome, Must see! Ask- ing $274k call 1-877-8789899 toll free WHY RENT?? when you can own a spectacular new HOME North of Bowmanville in quaint town, ultra modern, big kitchen, 3 bed's, at- tached garage. Agents Welcome. Must Sell! Asking $169k, carries for as low as $675/mth. call toll free 1-800-467-1766 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 04, 2005, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com BOWMANVILLE’S FINEST LOCATION OWN NEW! FROM $789/MONTH New Suites from $138,990 2 bedroom from $154,990 • LIMITED OFFER 3 stainless steel appliances and washer dryer • Juliet balconies or patios • Ensuite laundry • Close to 401, public transit & GO • 25 minutes east of Toronto Buy new with $500 initial deposit Ask sales rep for details OR RENT & INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE • New 2 bedroom suites from $1050/mo . • $100 per mo. will be credited towards your future Kaitlin home purchase CALL ERIC 905-697-0513 or KATHERINE 905-697-8261 www.kaitlingroup.com visit our model suite. Prices correct at press time. E&OE 1 MONTH FREE RENT or Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - Starting At $750. ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Senior Discounts ●Full Security System Call for more information 905-728-4993 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT e & oe 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com WHITBY WELCOMES YOU HOME Spacious, newly renovated 1, 2 and 3 bdrms. Park like setting. Fr iendly community. Convenient location. Steps to GO, shopping, 401. Affordable prices. From $870. Util incl. 1-888-303-1849 FURNISHED EXECU-SUITES Long/Short Term,Whitby/Oshawa includes * Dishes * Linens * Cable * Tel. * Park * Weekly cleaning & more. $2000/month 1-905-852-6513 WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 543 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 543 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St.) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of Viola Louise Martin, late of Town of Pickering, Ontario, who died on September 3, 2005, must be filed with the under- signed on or before January 18, 2006, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated at Toronto, this 2nd day of December, 2005 CIBC Trust Corporation Executor and Trustee GOODMAN AND CARR LLP Attn: RISA AWERBUCK 2300-200 King Street West Toronto, ON M5H 3W5 Fax: 416-595-0567 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 DISTRESS SALE Bank Foreclosures & Estate Sales Free computerized list with pictures of Foreclosure properties from $170,000. No Investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#4042 Visit: www. DurhamDistressSale. com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905)434-7777 Matt Cooper* FIXER UPPER "Bargains" These homes need work Free computerized list with pictures of foreclosure proper- ties from $170,000 No investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7048 Visit: www DurhamFixerUppers .com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777 Matt Cooper* HOME EVALUATION Find out what your home is worth On-Line Visit: www. DurhamOnLine HomeEvaluation.com Remax Ability Real Estate Limited ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* CONDO/TOWNHOUSE, WHITBY newer end unit, model home, many upgrades, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, open concept, large eat-in kitchen, finished walk-out basement, approx 1600sq.ft. $214,900. (905)430-3244 CONDO FOR SALE PICKERING New 1 bdrm plus den,ceramic and laminate floors, 5 new appliances, close to shopping. $179,500. Call 905-999-4970 EXPERIENCE THE THRILL of having your own Provencal home in France! Beautiful character homes available weekly. Call Yvonne at (905) 435-1175 or e- mail yvonne.donnelly@rogers.com INDUSTRIAL BAYS, near OC, transport truck high roll-up doors, one bay w/side entrance, air, parking, auto repair, machining, other uses, ample parking. Month-to-month considered. Also Space good for hobbies (905)576- 2982, (905)576-2646. INDUSTRIAL UNIT for rent, ap- prox. 800 sq.ft., with office, work- shop, or storage, with overhead garage door and parking,. 905- 579-1840 or 905-434-5494. APPROX. 380 SQ.FT.self-con- tained office, with washroom. Brock Rd. S. area. $450 monthly plus GST. includes heat & hydro. (905) 427-7400. Available January lst. RETAIL SPACE FOR LEASE Kingston & Dixie Rd. Busy Lick's Plaza 1000 - 2200 sq ft. Low rent, high traffic. Close to residential. Call Stephen (416) 617-9997 SPACE FOR RENT in a brand new office. Ground floor, very convenient location, probably the highest traffic and exposure in Durham. Call Will 905-427-4099. ARE YOU ON THE INTERNET. Wanted: business entrepreneur to work from home. Click on to www.claimyourdream.theonline business.com ESTABLISHED Vending Business for sale 15 machines, eight ac- counts, asking $28,000. Part time commitment required. Call after 5:00pm or weekends. (905)655- 7076 EXCITING International home based business opportunity. For local interview 905-982-1313. FASTWAY COURIERS new fran- chise to region, 3 exclusive territo- ries available. Be your own boss, ground level opportunity. www.fastway.ca (905)720-2816 SENIOR’S RESIDENCE Health Care Professional. Looking for a Lifestyle Change? Be Your Own Boss. Established Senior’s Resi- dence/furnished home for sale one hour east of Toronto. Turnkey operation. Owner Draws 85K. Selling Price:$494,900. Fin Avail- able with 35% D.P. No Investors Please! Kendell Attrux, Re/Max Ability 905-434-7777 VENDING ROUTE for sale, 4 Snack and 4 Pop Machines, PT, in Durham and area. Please call (905)718-7445 after 5pm. $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 4.85% or Variable at 3.9% OAC,Cash take-outs, Refinances, Self-employed, Commercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100% No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORP 1-888-307- 7799 From 4.69% for 5 years. 1st. & 2nd Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Best Available Rates Private Mortgage Funds Arrears P.O.S Refinancing Debt Consolidation a Specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Call 905-666-4986 GOOD OR BAD CREDIT,refi- nance mortgages and investment properties. Loans & Line of Credit. 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ALSO 3-bdrm, 1400-sq ft. $1075/mo plus. Avail Jan. 1st. No pets. Oshawa. (905)999-9115 1 BEDROOM in Oshawa, duplex, near Centre/John, 2 levels, deck, small yard, parking. $650 plus hydro. Available January 1st. 905-718-5753. 1-BEDROOM APARTMENTS. $804.81/month includes heat, lights, water and cable TV, coin laundry & parking. Available imme- diately. First/last required. Rus- sett/Simcoe N. 905-723-7183. 1-BEDROOM, $760/monthly or $190/weekly. 2-bedroom $860/monthly or $210/weekly. In clean, quiet 20-plex, appliances, parking, utilities included. Deposit negotiable. Available Dec 4th or later. (Simcoe/Mill). 905-725-5966. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, avail- able for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $999.00 per month. One month free! Call (905)579- 7649 for an appointment. 2-BDRM, NEWLY RENOVATED, quiet neighbourhood, Pickering, down east people. Private en- trance/1-parking/laundry/non- smokers. Cat allowed. Close to amenities. Large backyard. Feb. 1. $900/mo/inclusive/first/last. Couple/single working elderly per- son. (905)421-9680,(416)817- 0578, after 6p. 401/Whites Rd.1 modern bed- room, separate entrance/parking, close to amenities/buses. Desir- able in West Pickering. No smok- ing/pets. $780, all inclusive. Avail- able immediately. 905-420-0892 OSHAWA NORTH 3 bedroom 1600-sq ft. in exclusive 4-plex. Nearly new, adult lifestyle building, with garage, balcony, air, suitable for 2 professionals, no smoking/pets, available Dec. lst. Call (905)725-0162. AJAX -ONE BEDROOM newly renovated basement apt, Westney & Hwy.#2 $775/month inclusive. Avail now, parking,laundry, cable. Close to all amenities, call 905- 424-3466. AJAX Harwood/Hwy. 2. 1 bed- room en suite. Available immedi- ately. Parking. Close to amen- ities. $500/all inclusive. First/last/references. Single per- son preferred. Call Elroy, 905- 426-4491 or 416-571-3859. AJAX Harwood/Rossland.Lami- nate floors throughout, bath- room/stand-up shower, large bed- room, bright kitchen area. Laundry /utilities/cable included. 1 parking. No pets/smoking. 1st/last. $750. 416-707-1889. AJAX SOUTH -3-bedroom main- floor semi-bungalow, air con., new furnace. $1075+part utilities, ALSO large one bed. basement apt., suits quiet single working female $675/inclusive, No pets/smoking. First/last/references. Parking/laundry. Dec. 1st. 905- 686-6773. AJAX, 1 BEDROOM basement apt., clean, spacious, Westney/#2, separate entrance, parking, laun- dry negotiable. Walk to amenities. $725/all inclusive. Available Dec. 16. No smoking. www.view- it.ca/22523. (647)286-3370. AJAX, 2-BEDROOM,basement apartment, cable. Full bath. Laun- dry available. First/last required. $850/month. Available December. No smoking/pets. (905)683-5286. AJAX, HARWOOD,north of Hwy 2, brand new 2-bdrm basement apt., separate entrance, working person/student preferred. No pets/smoking. $1100/month all in- clusive. Available immediately. (905)427-2381. AJAX- 2-BEDROOM basement apartment, bright, spacious, pri- vate entrance, $800 month in- cludes parking, first/last. Available immediately. Call (905)427-1024. AJAX/PICKERING VILLAGE 1 Bedroom Upper Floor Apartment suitable for Single Working Person Private Entrance/Parking, $750/All inclusive. No Smoking/Pets. Close to amenities. First&Last. Available December 1st. (647) 222-1373 B HOME 4 CHRISTMAS! Well maintained, 3 bedroom upper lever, and 1 bedroom lower level, different Oshawa locations. Call Robert for Quick approval! 416-402-3435. BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - Near No Frills/401. TWO - 2- bedrooms, $715 + hydro($50/mo), available now and Dec. 1st., also 1 bed. available immedialely $645+hydro ($30/mo), Immacu- late, well-maintained, nice and bright. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,modern clean bright 1-bdrm/1-bedroom + den. Parking, laundry, suit non-smoking mature adult. No Dogs. Available Dec. 1/Feb. 1st. Discount for sen- iors. (905)725-1052 BROOKLIN,newly renovated 1- bedroom, c/a, parking, inclusive. Non-smoker, Immediate. $775/mo. OSHAWA January 1st, 2-bedroom $950, bachelor $550, nice, clean, main level of house. (905)655- 5789, (905)655-9739 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. Eve.Viewing by Appt. DIXIE/HWY. 2 1 bedroom base- ment, separate entrance, eat-in kitchen, 3 piece new bathroom, no smoking/pets. New broadloom. First/last. Shared laundry. $750+shared utilities. Bill or Dan 416-284-8180. GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD! Bright clean, spacious remodeled 1 bedroom, private entrance, lots of parking, inclusive, including cable. All you need is your phone. Available now. (905)442-6331. HOUSE FOR RENT, 3 bedroom, main floor. Newly decorated. $1,000 plus 2/3 utilities, First/last. Nice area, great location, near OC, fridge/stove, dishwasher, laundry included. Available immediately. (905)983-5917 (905) 439-4524 NEW PICKERING APARTMENT- Finch/Liverpool. 2 bedroom, sep- arate entrance, parking, laundry, a/c, no pets. $900 inclusive. Available immediately. 647-889- 3065. NORTH Oshawa - 1 and 2 bed- room, Dec l/Jan1, Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, park- ing and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH AJAX,between Westney/Hwy. #2. 2-bedrooms walkout basement apartment. Bright, clean, separate entrance, cable, parking. Laundry, non- smoking. Walk to school. $850. Available immediately. (905)427- 2098. NORTH OSHAWA,Russet Ave. Good location, next to bus route, well-maintained, quiet 12-plex small building. Utilities, cable, heating, parking included. 2-bed- room. No dogs. 905-576-2982. or 905-576-2646. ONE & TWO bedroom apart- ments, in most beautiful adult life- style building. Available immedi- ately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905-579-3700 or (905)723-1009 ONE BEDROOM basement apt. $600/first/last. Laundry available. Near amenities. Wentworth/Sim- coe S. area. Now available. (905)571-6806 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2-bdrms - Jan. 1 st 3-bdrms - Dec. 1 st Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - HARMONY & KING, Must See - new wood laminate flooring, spacious and bright one bedroom apartment, $700 includes utilities, cable, laundry, parking. Steps to bus, shopping and easy access to 401, no smoking/pets. lst/last. Available immediately. (905)623-2311 OSHAWA -NEAR CENTRE six- plex, 1-bdrm., available Jan 1st. Extremely clean, newly renovated, very quiet building. Parking, laun- dry. $750/inclusive, first/last, no pets. 905-723-9577. OSHAWA 1 BEDROOM available anytime or Dec. 1st. Located at 350 Malaga Rd. $695/mo. inclu- sive. No pets. 905-576-6724 or 905-242-4478. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425, 1-888-558-2622. OSHAWA EAST:Stunning Newly renovated top to bottom, large 1- bedroom apts in duplex on huge lot w/pond. Eat-in kitchen, new ap- pliances, laundry, separate drives and entrances. Near all amen- ities/schools. $775/mo all inclu- sive. Immediately. No smoking (905)432-1533. OSHAWA HOSPITAL area, north of Adelaide, large upper 2-bed- room, 2 baths, laundry, parking, $850/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-579-2350 OSHAWA King/Wilson Quiet build- ing, near shopping, transportation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bed- room apts, $920/month. Available immediately. 3-bedroom apt., $1020/month, immediate. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. OSHAWA Park South/401 new management, newly renovated 1-2-3 Bedrooms from $725. Well- maintained, clean, quiet, improved security. Bus/GO. Hydro included. 835 Oxford 905-622-0835; 885 Oxford 905-622-0885 OSHAWA, 1 Bedroom, spacious, bright, Hospital area, ample park- ing, bus, available December 1, $750/mo All inclusive, first/last/ref- erences, no smoking/pets, 905- 432-2989 OSHAWA, HARMONY/OLIVE large 2-bedroom basement, $800. Private entrance, eat-in kitchen, A/C, fireplace, livingroom, 2 park- ing, laundry. No smoking/pets. Avail. immediately. (905)837-9828, (416)418-3188. OSHAWA/WHITBY border. Brand new, self contained, 1 bedroom apartment, separate entrance, parking, laundry, cable included. $700/inclusive. First/last, available January 1st. (905)579-5483 PICKERING Sheppard/Altona 1 bedroom basement apt. Newly renovated with parking. No smok- ing/pets. $700/mo-inclusive. Avail. Dec 1. 416-908-2617 PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly. Up- dated 3-bedroom main-floor bun- galow, own laundry, large living- room/diningroom, parking. No smoking/pets. Available now. $1250/inclusive/first/last. 905-831- 8867. PICKERING - walk to GO Station. 3-bdrm, 5 appliances, Furnished optional, $1250 - $1450+. Avail- able anytime. 905-228-0886. Must leave a message. PICKERING Hwy 2/Dixie. 2- bdrms, large, bright, new, walk-out basement apt. kitchen, liv/rm, 4-pc bath, A/C, laundry. No smok- ing/pets. $800 plus 40% utilities Available Feb. 1st.. 416-356-1858 PICKERING One large bedroom walk-in basement. Separate en- trance. $850 utilities included, first/last, available immediately. 905-427-2688. PICKERING Whites/401 Base- ment apt for rent. 1 bedroom, nice, clean, newly renovated. sep en- trance, available immediately $850-all inclusive. No pets. 416- 996-3936 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, walk to GO & Town Cen- tre. $950/mo inclusive. Avail. im- mediately. Call Mike days 905- 427-4077 ext. 24, evenings & wknds 905-442-0020. PICKERING,Dixie/Finch, spa- cious, legal, 1 bedroom basement, sep entrance, laundry, 1 parking, close to amenities. No smok- ing/pets, First/last, references, avail. immediately. 647-880-3741 PICKERING,Major Oaks & Brock. 1-BDRM bsmt. Separate entrance, parking, utilities, cable, laundry. $700/mo. Avail. January 1st. No smoking/pets. (905)686-7693 PICKERING- WHITES/401 3- Bdrm, Main Floor of Home, Sep Ent, Eat-in Kit, Laundry, Parking, No Smoking, Avail Immed, $1250+ Utilities or $1475 inclusive. Call Danny (416)574-9522 PICKERING: 2-BEDROOM base- ment apt., new home, ceramic floors, 2 separate entrances in- cluding walkout to backyard. Large windows, 9' ceilings, available im- mediately. $1000 inclusive. (905)509-4006 or (647)201-7011 PORT PERRY,Quiet, well kept large deluxe 2 &3 bedroom apartments in low-rise, walk to Lake Scugog. Parking and laundry. No pets. Rent+utilitiesn first/last. Call Norman 905- 985-3406. QUIET, SOUTH-WEST Whitby neighbourhood, legal 1-bedroom basement apartment, separate en- trance, central air, utilities, cable/pay TV included. Phone ex- tra. Suit working person. No smok- ing/pets. $700, available Jan.1st (905)430-8817. RENT TO OWN,$119,900. $3900 Down! 3 bedroom town- house, NE Oshawa. $1100/mo. $150/Credit against purchase price. Available Jan. 1st, 2006. Easy Terms. 905-925-8406. SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA,near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building near shopping, transportation. Util- ities included. 1-bdrm. apt. $749, Available immediately. first/last (905)436-7686 until 7:30pm. SPACIOUS BASEMENT APART- MENT, OSHAWA. Newly renovat- ed, 1-bedroom, shared laundry, parking, gas fireplace, near all amenities, nice neighbourhood near 401. Separate entrance. First/last. $800 inclusive. Immedi- ate. Non-smokers/no pets. Jason 905-697-5962, 905-571-1987. UXBRIDGE -Brock St. West, 1 bdrm. $625, completely renovat- ed 1 bdrm. $625. avail. Immediate- ly. All inclusive, with laundry. Call Mike 416-936-1622. UXBRIDGE NEW!Town house / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 WHITBY - Bright, spacious 1 bed- room basement, separate en- trance, includes parking for 1, util- ities, cable & laundry. $750/mth. Available Jan. 1st. 905-686-6283. WHITBY -clean bright one bed- room basement apt. Suit one per- son. No smoking/pets. All inclusive $610/mo. Available Jan. 1st. (905)665-1061 WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious, carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities incl. Avail. now, first/last, no pets. Bachelor $700. 1-bdrm $800; 2-bdrm $900; 905-767-2565 WHITBY - King & Kendalwood. Large, 1 bdrm. apt. Upper level of quiet home. Full kitchen & bath, balconey. Suits single, working fe- male. $700/mo. inclusive. Call Irene 905-432-8130. WHITBY,1-bdrm basement apt w/private entrance, fireplace. Non smoker, no pets. Suitable for 1 person, female preferred. Avail. Jan. lst. $680 inclusive. First/last required. 905-444-9429 WHITBY,Dunlop/Brock, Large, modern 2 bedroom basement apt., utilities, parking, $900/month. Available immediately. Call 905- 432-4168. WHITBY,gorgeous 2 bedroom apartment, walk to go train, Lake Iroquois Sports. New carpet, ceramic floors, $820 per mo. plus hydro. (905) 442-7202. see www.viewit.ca#16949 WHITBY, NEW HOME to share with one. Includes master-bed- room, walkin-closet, ensuite bath, jacuzzi, kitchen, cable, internet, parking, laundry, large deck and storage. $600 inclusive. Immedi- ate. (416)209-4857 WHITBY-2 bedroom suites $840 to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 WESTNEY/HWY. 2 CONDO 2 full bathrooms, 3 bedroom. $1, 200 including everything. No pets/smoking. 905-831-3379 or 905-427-7884. A-ABA-DABA-DO I HAVE A HOME FOR YOU! Do you pay $750/month or more in rent, earn $35000/yr, LET ME SHOW YOU HOW! NO down payment, up to $20,000 cash back. 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Beloved wife of the late William. Cherished mother to Roy (Violet), Ilene and Gordon Horlock, Ruth and Gra- ham Ford. Loving grandmother to 13 and great grandmother of 27. Sister to Doris Lynn. Prede- ceased by Horace Reginald and Ethel. Sadly missed by all who knew her. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 905-428-8488). On Sun- day December 4, 2005 from 2-5 p.m. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Monday De- cember 5, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Prospect Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and should family and friends so desire donations to the Alzheimer's Soci- ety would be greatly appreciated. BOWMANVILLE,spacious open- concept, sunny main floor bunga- low, private entrance and laundry. no pets/smoking, Use of yard, ample parking. Available immedi- ately. $1275 includes heat, hydro & water. First/last, Call Jennifer 905-623-7070/ 905-697-3850. FARMHOUSE FOR RENT,#2 Hwy. Bowmanville. 3 bedrooms, laundry on main floor, $1000/mo. + utilities. Available Dec. 15th. For info. call (905)623-3568 NEWCASTLE CENTURY HOME, $1100+utilities. 2-bdrms. Avail. im- mediately or Jan 1st. No pets. Close to 401. Gas heating, 5 ap- pliances, front porch, back deck. First/last, references. Call Marie 1- 416-693-8924. OSHAWA - 3-bedroom + bunga- low, 2 baths, no appliances, gar- age, $1200 plus utilities, first/last credit check. Available Jan 1st. Call (905)434-2437. OSHAWA - IMMACULATE 3 bedroom semi, in O'Neill area., $1200 per month, plus hydro, 5 appliances, no pets, no smoking. Call (905)723-4506 OSHAWA,Central location, 3-bed- room, parking for one, bus, appli- ances, $1,000/mo. all inclusive, first/last, Avail. immediately. (905)723-1475. OSHAWA-SIMCOE north new four bedroom(never lived in)de- tached, large yard, quiet street, avail.now $1500 pus Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 PICKERING,FINCH/WHITES Rd, detached house, upper 2 levels, 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, garage park- ing. Near shopping, schools and transit. $1050 plus 60% utilities. Available January 1st, 2006. Call Harry (416)223-2458, Jennifer (416)223-9166. SOUTH OSHAWA - Spacious 3 bedroom house for rent, exclude basement $950/mo. + 60%utilities, first/last/references required. Available Jan. 1st. Near school/shopping. (905)743-6137 STOP RENTING, BUY NOW! We have several 3-5 bedroom homes with 2 baths and finished base- ments available with rent-to-own terms. Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering. Best Neighbourhoods. Start building your future today. Homes starting from $1295/month. We can help YOU! Tel: 1-888-416- 2406, 905-443-3111 www.perfecthabitat.com WHITBY 3-BEDROOM 2-storey home, 2 car garage, Ander- son/Manning area. Outstanding view, near high-school, walkout basement. $1350 plus, no pets. Available immediately. Call 905- 655-4107 or cell 905-243-4107 WHITBY,2 yr. old. 3 bedroom 2-storey, appliances, garage, park- ing, no basement, Jan. 1st. $1400+/mo First/last/references. (905)434-8614 after 5 p.m. WHITBY, Large 3-bedroom bun- galow, upper level, hardwood floors, excellent location, close to schools & park, all utilities, laun- dry, cable included. $1400/month. Available immediately. Call (905)683-6863 WHITBY-CENTURY Home-central location, beside park, close to schools, shopping, buses, 3 bed- rooms, country kitchen, fenced yard, 120 Walnut St. W. $1095 plus utilities, 905-686-1888, 416- 291-3066. Non-smokers. 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 bedroom townhomes, fenced in backyard, private garage & drive- way,carpeted, familyroom, appli- ance and ceramic floors. Also available 2 bedroom apartment(s). www.realstar.ca 416-292-0118 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-743-9787 OSHAWA SOUTH 3 bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus util- ities. First/last. 905-579-9956 or To ll-free 1-866-922-6422. PICKERING -3 bedroom Town- house, (Glenanna/Kingston)No Smoking/pets $1200 + Utilities. Great condition, hardwood floors, avail Dec 15th. Call 416-560-6854 PICKERING, 4-BEDROOM,2 bath townhome w/cozy in-law suite. Walk to Go, schools, mall. Ensuite laundry, underground heated garage. Newly installed ceramic tiles, carpet throughout. $1250+ utilities. Jan 1st. (905)595- 0919 ext.229 PICKERING, BEAUTIFUL large 3- bedroom, finished recreation room, excellent location, gas f/p, laminated floors, cathedral ceil- ings, eat-in kitchen private back- yard, garage, $1295/mo., plus, first/last, references. (905)831- 8823. HOUSE WANTED TO RENT prefer 3 - 4 bedrooms, North of Whitby, Oshawa, Bowmanville. Call Chand Ratnayake, Right At Home Realty Inc. 905-424-8428 LARGE ROOM FOR RENT, in custom home, North-East Oshawa, 5-min to DC/UOIT, 7-per- son hot-tub, big screen TV, satel- lite, gourmet kitchen, wireless in- ternet, many more upgrades! Available immediately. Call for de- tails 905-409-9184 mjanow- ski14@yahoo.com AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet included. Available immediately, 1st/last, $450/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. BOWMANVILLE,new home to share with 2 males. Hottub, private furnished bdrm & bathroom, fire- places, backyard pond. Suitable for quiet person. $495/month. No smoking/pets. Avail. immediately. (905)697-7147 SEEKING PROFESSIONAL or student to share detached house, Pickering, Fully furnished, Near Highway. $600. negotiable. Avail- able Dec/Jan. 1st. (905)837-8141. GREAT X-Mas gift for the whole family. 1995 Seadoos matching pair w/double bunk trailer. Low hours. Immaculate condition. $4700 obo. Oshawa 905-434-5686 GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT! "Car- riage Hills Resort" (time share) Barrie Ontario, 1 or 2 bdrms for July 15-22. Also Portugal, avail- able March 2 to April. 8. Call Jean (905)666-0517 FOUND: YOUNG FEMALE grey cat, with white markings, big eyes, in the Westney/Delaney area. Call to describe (905)686-3625 DID YOU GRADUATE from WA Por ter? Meet old friends. Free alumni site. Everyone welcome! www.waporter.com HANDSOME, TALL, FIT,a young looking 41. Sexy, Strong, Sweet. Athletic, Love kids. Have a terrific daughter. Looking for a non- smoking, beautiful, sweet, slim & shapely, fun woman, 28-40, for great times, roadtrips, travel, chilling, romance and maybe much more. You never know, right? Right! Please email flight321@hotmail.com. SINCERE SINGLES,to meet someone special call 1-866-719- 9116. Specializing in long term re- lationships since 1992. 1/2 price specials. LIVE-OUT EXPERIENCED nanny to manage two great kids aged 10 & 15 daily 3-6pm. Must have car. Pickering. Call (905)421-8900 FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 QUALITY DAYCARE Westney/Delaney, excellent rates - now is the time to look for a good caregiver. All ages, full or part time, days or Sat., homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686-8719 SITTER NEEDED Sleep and get paid well for the right person. 3- days/week, 9:00pm-6:00am own room 12 & 15-year-old, Pickering (905)421-0000 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 confi- dential. House parties available. (905)665-3222. $10 off with this ad Need A Home Phone? FREEDOM PHONE LINES Regardless of Credit No Deposit Required LOWEST PRICE Call now & receive 1 month FREE 1-866-884-7464 !! SATELLITE TV,Free-To-Air: All channels OPEN - NO MONTHLY BILLS - FREE QUALITY SUP- PORT. U-Neek Electronics, 226 Bloor Street E. Oshawa. (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com: The 1st; the BEST! We have the cus- tomer feedback to prove it. (905) 435-0202 !!!2005. SATELLITE SERVICE for FTA receivers. www.durhamsat.com & signup to our new dedicated support site. Sales and service available 905-767-0013 email: durhamsat@gmail.com Visit our booth at the Courtice fleemarket. A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. NEW GEN Ultra- Mini- N2. CoolTek- N2. Receiver Repairs and Modifications. Dish Network Service and Sales. (905)999-0362 LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Po ints Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. 1993 GRAND PRIX, loaded, looks new $2000. Gas dryer $300; Far- fisa topo-of-line electronic organ (1976) cherrywood double key- boards, best offer 905-665-0695. 2 PIECE WALL UNIT 8ft. high, 6 ft. wide, $75; Bunk bed set with mattresses. 2 years old, excellent condition, $250 firm. Call (905) 725-9155. A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: P4/1.5Ghz (Compaq SFF) only $275., P4/1.7Ghz (Com- paq SFF) only $295., add match- ing 17" Flat (CRT) Monitor for $65., Laptops: IBM P3/800 only $399. Repairs at reasonable rates. Email: bitsandbytes@rogers.com www.bitsandbytestech.com 112 Luke Street, Oshawa. Call (905)576-9216 or 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. Washers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up, Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts.426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728- 4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ALTRAMATIC ADJUSTABLE BED.New $2200; Sell $1200, like new. Universal home gym. New $2500; Sell $500. 6 piece dining set. New $1800; Sell $500. De- bors coffee table. New $1600; Sell $300. 905-831-3315. BEAUMARK REFRIGERATOR 18 cubic foot. White. Excellent work- ing condition. Asking $300. Call Sundays only, 905-420-0318. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416)748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BEST OFFER! MOVING!Like new furniture, entire contents! Liv- ing, dining, kitchen, bedroom & more! including accessories. Orig- inal sales receipt upon request. Value of all content totaling ap- proximately $20, 000! One buyer to purchase everything! $5, 000. Call Rose at 905-839-0640. BRAND NEW PORTABLE dish- washer, never used, still in original box. $650. Call Carol, 905-686- 4949. CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 CERWIN VEGA D9 speakers, tape deck,receiver,stereo stand,kitchen table(glass top w/ceramic base)and 6 chairs,2 coffee ta- bles,wall mount shelf,kids wag- on,kids clothing and toys. All in ex- cellent condition! Call Dean @905 509 4179 COMPUTER TROUBLE?We offer you On-Site Networking & Com- puter Repairs/Upgrades, Virus Re- moval & Wireless Security. We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Re- pairs/Sales call S D L 905-428- 7559, cell 416-892-6965 CUBAN CIGARS,2 boxes, 25 in each, Cohiba Siglo V, recently pur- chased, sealed with gov't stamp and hologram, $1000. Call 905- 440-4863. DINING ROOM SUITE,8pc, 6 chairs, buffet with carved doors, beautiful Antique Solid Oak. Ex- cellent condition, $1850. Call 905- 429-0727 or 905-666-8187. 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 OAK diningroom $1050; sofa and chair $375; Queen bedroom $450; maple ped- estal table 4 chairs $450; washer 2-yr $300; dryer 2-yr $300; fridge 3-yr $300; stove $250; portable dishwasher 6-mos $325; black stove ceramic top $300; Queen box and mattress $350. (905)571- 7665 ELECTRIC GUITAR,Peavey Ro- tor EXP (Cherry) with Floyd Rose. Professionally set up. Brand new, won in contest. $799.00 Andy 905-420-3833 after 5pm. ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR Power 9000, 4-yrs-old, excellent condi- tion paid $6862, asking $3250; ULTRAMATIC BED 39"x74", ortho mattress, built-in massage, remote control, 9-months-old perfect con- dition, value $3500, asking $2250. (905)655-9961 EUROPEAN CRUISE - 12-day An- cient Wonders Venice to Athens aboard Holland America's MS Rot- terdam. May 14, 2006. Only 7 cab- ins left at special rate. Booking deadline is December 15, 2005. For details call Marie, Crone Trav- el Professionals, 905-668-1638 or e-mail: bellm@rogers.com FOR SALE 4X8 Utility Trailer (new)Poly floor, steel sides, fold down tailgate, 3000 lb axle, fold up foot jack and 13 in. Radial tires $850.00 Call 905-786-1068 after 4:00 weekdays anytime weekends FOUR 14" SNOW TIRES, on BMW Rims. $300. OBO. (905)420-1634 GAME BOY with Herbie Game. Brand new, still in the box. $100. (905)-837-9213. HOT TUB (SPA) Covers & Swim- ming Pool Safety covers-Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1-866-585- 0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes. Delivery in- cluded. PAUL'S HOME AND LEI- SURE 905-259-4514 or 866-972- 6837 www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB/SPA 5 person, never used, 24 jets, 5 horsepower pump, insulated redwood cabinet, full warranty, sacrifice, $2995, Picker- ing Markets isle A-B. 905-409- 5285 KENMORE,3-door fridge, stove & hood, almond colour, excellent condition. $300. 905-668-5221 snp LIKE NEW Sherlock-Manning Her- itage model piano/bench ($1, 600). 3 section wood entertainment with bar/China cabinet ($6,00). Antique marble top washband and table. Excellent condition. 905-728-6177. LOVESEAT -Light tope, 2 months old. Great Christmas gift! Must sell, $400 firm. 905-432-8130 MARQUISE SHAPED solitaire dia- mond engagement ring and wed- ding band, yellow gold, size 5 1/2. Engagement ring 0.52 carats have appraised at $6,000.. Wedding band w/8 inset diamonds. Never worn.Asking $2500. obo. 905- 373-0258. MOVING SALE/RELOCATING, everything in our 3 bedroom home for sale. bedroom sets, coffee & end tables, kitchen set, leather sofa set, microwave etc. Call (905)837-8618 PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS - Christmas specials on now, check us out. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Makes the perfect Christmas gift.. Super special sale on all grand pianos instock. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 04, 2005, PAGE 37 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com AWARD WINNING ANNUAL Christmas Carol Book 2005 Carols • Colouring Contests • Stories To order your FREE Christmas Carol Books, please call Cheryl at News Advertiser at 905-683-5110 Books are available approximately the 1st week of December at: Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Whitby This Week 965 Dundas St. W., Whitby Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell St., Oshawa Clarington This Week 91 Baseline, Bowmanville Wa it til yo u s e e 2005’s e di ti o n ! NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, washers $199/up, new and coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 OAK DOUBLE PEDESTAL din- ing table, 6 chairs, mint condition, $750; (905)666-2293 PIANO SALE - digitals with hammer action starting from $649. Wide selection, Best prices. Call Alexandrov's Music Centre, (905)720-4948 POOL TABLE 9X5 slate, $2900; Kitchen Aid: Gas Stove,Black /electronic/New $1900 Asking $900; Side by Side Refrigerator, Stainless, water/ice/New $3200 Asking $1900; Maytag Dryer/Elec- tric $300; Sofa & Chair $200 905-655-5337 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package in- cluded. 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. ROYAL ALBERT CHINA,"Moon- light Rose" service for 7 plus ex- tras asking $1000 for everything. Call (905)435-5299 SEASON FIREWOOD FOR SALE Please call 905-550-0593 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7. - $90. (tax incl.) Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. TRAILER, ENCLOSED 6x10, nearly new 2005 model, 40% off current new cost $3000. Call (905)620-1250 ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS GIFT - SAXOPHONE FOR SALE - Dixon alto sax, awesome sound, brass with engraved design. Perfect con- dition. Complete with case, clean- ing kit, reeds and neck strap. $1100 new, will sell for best offer. Call 905-985-7739. 10 FOOT long, single snowmobile trailer, in good condition (not homemade), call Wilson 905-728- 1862. WANTED - Late model higher end treadmill. Call Nancy evenings 905-619-9231. WANTED:good working clean appliances, bedroom furniture adult or childs, dining room furni- ture, livingroom furniture and wood kitchen table and chairs. will pay cash & pick up. (905)260-1123 ASH, MAPLE, BEECH,Kozy Heat Firewood, excellent, best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut/split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753- 2246. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. APARTMENT SIZE PIANO, Willis & Company Limited, good condition, walnut finish, includes piano bench, $1100 or best offer. Please call 905-427-2878. BEAUTIFUL rare Boston Bull- dogge puppies (toy boxer), black and white. Vet checked, first shots, tails & duclaws & dewormed. Par- ents registered. Paper trained $900. 905-655-1081. CKC REGISTERED German Shepherd puppies. World Class German import lines. Family raised, first shots, vet checked. Ta ttooed & guaranteed. Ready December 9. (705)786-0322. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES m/g, CKC registered, micro- chipped, vet checked, first shot. Health guarantee. $725. 1-519- 273-3879, nvoros3@hotmail.com. JACK RUSSELL puppies, 7 weeks old, first shots, ready to go. (905)986-5217 or (905)424-9411 LAB PUPS, CKC registered, black and white females, shots, de- wormed, vet checked, micro chipped, ready December 17th. $500. 905-349-1103. LAB PUPS, CKC registered, choc- olate, first shots, vet checked, guaranteed, tattooed. 705-924- 2509. MY NAME IS OSCAR and I need someone to love me. I'm an 8-month old male chocolate lab, neutered, all shots. I'm crate trained, good natured, and playful. Only $200..I've got my favourite toys packed and ready to go, so please call my daddy (Jeff) 905- 986-0239. PUREBRED GOLDEN RETRIEV- ER puppies for adoption, home raised, vet checked, first shots and dewormed, ready to go to a good home, $500. 905-373-6366. PUREBRED LAB PUPS,Choco- late, Yellow & Black. CKC regis- tered, micro chipped, first shots, dewormed, parents on site. Ready to go. (905)431-9851 SIAMESE KITTENS,Seal-Point, beautiful, playful, litter-trained, af- fectionate, adults too, great xmas gift! Available now. (705) 432- 2503. YOU COULD HAVE your dog un- der control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1989 BUICK CENTURY uncertified. 165552 Klms. Needs break lines. Asking $1000.00. Call 905-436-8829 1990 CHEV CAVALIER RS 2dr, 3.1 litre, v-6 auto., 167K, exc. con- dition, in/out, p.s. p.b, air, tilt, face- off am-fm cd player, runs like new, sacrifice $1,175. Telephone (905)404-8541 1993 GRAND MARQUIS, black, excellent condition, $2000 or o.b.o. Call Larry at 905-571- 5989 or 905-706-7187. 1995 DODGE STRATUS 4-dr, automatic transmission, white ex- terior, one owner, e-tested, new starter & brakes (in summer), will provide maintenance history. Ask- ing $1100. Phone (905)430-2587 1996 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2dr, Certified & E-tested. 199,000kms. A/C, new brakes and battery, good condition, $2300. Call after 6:30p.m. (905)438-0483. 1999 CHEV MONTE CARLO Z34, black, loaded, 3.8L, sunroof, re- mote start, rust proofed, excellent condition, 180K, $6000, e-tested, certified, (905)987-3880 2002 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE, 110,000 km., very clean, certified, E-tested, loaded, a/c, keyless, all power, bronze/gray, $9,900. (905)430-3225 2003 PONTIAC VIBE,silver with black interior, 4 cyl., auto, full pow- er options, keyless entry, air cond., CD, cruise, alloys, 102,000 high- way kms., and very well main- tained, asking $12,900. call 905- 259-9846. NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-405-7161 1-866-826-7681 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED CELL: $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleases call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508. $ $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 1 A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ABC-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 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). 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 WANTED SCRAP CARS Free Pickup & Removal 24 hrs * 7 days/wk (647) 883-9450 1988 CHEVY CHEYENNE,1/2 ton, pick-up truck. 6 cyl., Stand. 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E-tested and certified. Great condition, 116,000km, $10,100. 905-355- 5975. 1997 H/D HERITAGE Softail Clas- sic, low kms, lots of chrome, two sets of saddlebags, new cover, show condition, $19,000/O.B.O. 905-668-3982 DRY INDOOR SECURE storage for vehicles, boats, sea doos, tent trailers and motorcycles. Limited space available. Call (905)263-8377 Asian Girls Best Service Best Price Best Quality Girls 19+, Singapore, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and more 24hrs, Out Calls only 905-260-1238 416-833-3123 JUST WHAT YOU NEED 100% Discreet, sexy, open-minded ladies waiting for you. 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