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Officers concentrating in the south end of the region stopped 4,200 vehicles and administered 119 roadside tests to measure blood-alcohol levels, according to statistics released this week. Of those motorists, 27 were charged with driving while exceeding the legal blood-alcohol limit, police said. Another 38 drivers had their li- cences suspended for registering a warning during breath tests, police said. Meanwhile, eight G1 or G2 drivers were found to have been drinking; their licence status pro- hibits any alcohol consumption while driving. In addition, 20 other drivers were charged with various Highway Traffic Act offences. The high number of drunk driv- ers nabbed in the first week of the RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driv- ing Everywhere) campaign has prompted police to issue a re- minder that they’ll be on patrol throughout the holidays, aggres- sively looking for motorists who’ve been drinking. RIDE’s first week results in many charges Won’t transfer services; lack of communication played role By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — It appears miscom- munication -- or a lack of commu- nication -- may be the reason for the Nov. 30 announcement of the temporary transfer of pediatrics and obstetrical services from the Rouge Valley Health System’s Ajax site to Centenary. A severe lack of pediatricians to cover the on-call schedule prompt- ed Hume Martin, hospital president and chief executive officer, to an- nounce the temporary closure effec- tive Dec. 14. The hospital now has verbal agreements from physicians (both staff and non-staff) to cover the schedule, and the hospital is in the midst of recruiting a fourth, full-time pediatrician to help bring stability to the department. At a community rally organized by the Friends of the Ajax-Picker- ing Hospital Wednesday evening, Rouge Valley Health System board chairman Dave Sinclair announced the services should now not have to be moved. The problem is, many physicians said they weren’t consulted before the decision was made or even asked to help fill the gaps in the on- call schedule. Dr. Valerie Lewis has been a pe- diatrician at Ajax for 15 years. She said the doctors were only informed of the closure a day before it was made public and none were asked to step in . “It was mind-boggling, we couldn’t understand what was going on,” she told the crowd of more than 1,000. “If we end up closing don’t be fooled to think this is temporary. ® • S A L E S • S E R V I C E • L E A S I N G • R E N T A L S • B O D Y S H O P 5 0 3 K in g s to n R d ., P ic ke r in g w w w .p v w .c o m (9 0 5 ) 4 2 0 -9 7 0 0 P I C K E R I N G V O L K S W A G E N I N C . M ake a molehill out of a mountain. 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Later the same day, during a public meeting, hospital officials announced its pediatrician on-call schedule was filled and the obstetrics service saved for now. But Mr. Anderson is still not prepared to change his position. “I didn’t hear anything last night that would change the motion,” he said Thursday morning. “I don’t have a statement that says they’re not going to move the service; I didn’t hear that last night either. The committee’s motion also requests that the Province honour its capital redevelopment and op- erating commitments to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering. The motion goes to Durham council Dec. 14. Region could withdraw hospital cash A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com WE’VE GOT YOUR SIZE Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING COMFORT FROM ITALY DURHAM — Mary Ann Martin remains the chair- woman of the Durham Cath- olic District School Board. 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The 2005 goal is $1.9 million For individual donations or to set up a payroll deduction campaign at your business, call 905-686-0606. Donations are tax deductible. Support the United Way of Ajax- Pickering- Uxbridge $100,000 $500,000 $400,000 $300,000 $200,000 $800,000 $700,000 $600,000 $1 million $900,000 $1.3 million $1.2 million $1.1 million $1.7 million $1.6 million $1.5 million $1.4 million $1.9 million $1.8 million Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Dr. Valerie Lewis, a pediatrician at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, speaks at the Friends of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital rally Wednesday to protest the closure of the obstetrics and pediatric services at the hospital in Ajax. You’re not going to find five pediatricians to step up and say ‘hey, let’s start up at Ajax’.” She admits filling the call schedule has been an ongoing issue, but said they were in the process of trying to attract a hospitalist (a doctor who works on staff at the hospital as opposed to having a private practice and privileges at Ajax). She said a pediatrician from Kingston had put his house up for sale, resigned his academic position, and was ready to come to Ajax just days before the an- nouncement was made. After the rally, Mr. Martin was asked why an attempt wasn’t made to ask the physicians to step in. “Pediatricians, we had understood they were clear, would not be able to increase their commitment,” he said. “There may have been miscommunica- tion; it appears there was miscommuni- cation and I take responsibility for that.” Although the hospital isn’t out of the woods yet, the call schedule has been mostly covered until June. Mr. Martin also said they are still in talks with the Kingston doctor and they are optimistic they’ll be able to recruit him. He has verbally agreed to cover some of the on-call shifts in December. “If that physician comes we’ll be a lot closer to stability,” Mr. Martin said. Those parents, hospital supporters, nurses, doctors and politicians who came out to the Ajax Community Centre will accept no less. They cheered doctors and politicians who demanded full ser- vices at the Ajax and Pickering hospital. Dr. Romas Stas received a standing ova- tion. “Even if (the transfer) is rescinded for now, we never want it repeated in the future,” he said. ✦ Vocal from page 1 Vocal crowd supports Ajax hospital What’s going on in your community? Just click here A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Don’t drink and drive over holidays Every year at this time Christmas and New Year’s tradi- tions come to the fore. Families get together to put up Christmas trees, to enjoy dinners together, and to share presents and good wish- es. Many adults enjoy a sociable visit, an office celebration or a party at home. The holiday season also marks the annual Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) campaign, a clear reminder that while it’s OK to have a cup of cheer, it’s not fine to drive after drinking alcohol. The RIDE patrols have been out on local roads for a few weeks now. In the first week alone, Durham Regional Police stopped 4,200 vehicles and charged 27 motorists with drink- ing and driving. The 27 charges came from just 191 drivers who were administered roadside breath tests. Another 38 drivers had their licences suspended after they registered a warning on their breath tests. And eight G1 or G2 drivers, who are prohibited from drinking any alcohol and driving, were caught by RIDE. Such high numbers in the very first week of the program are discouraging. They suggest that, even after all the educa- tional programs on drunk driving, the message is not getting through to some. Indeed, penalties for drinking and driving have been toughened up over the years, and still some driv- ers are not making the common-sense decision to avoid get- ting behind the wheel if they have been drinking. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has done a tre- mendous job over the years advocating for victims of drunk drivers, in pushing for education about the issue and for tougher penalties for those charged with drinking and driv- ing. MADD members know firsthand about the devastating costs of drinking and driving. It’s been said many times before but it bears repeating: If you drink -- even one drink -- don’t drive. If you go out and plan on drinking, make sure you have a designated driver. If you must go somewhere after you’ve been drinking, call a cab or make an alternate plan. Do not endanger others on the road, your loved ones or yourself. It just isn’t worth it. NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief To ny Doyle, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail tdoyle@durhamregion.com; Mailing Address; 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Tr ade, Ontario Community Newspa- per Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Cana- dian Circulations Audit Board. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, To r onto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that addresses reader complaints about member news- papers.The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any adver- tisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Advertising con- tent of the News Advertiser is copy- righted. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791. [ Letters Policy ]-- We welcome 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 announcements, poetry, open letters, consumer complaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the vol- ume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submis- sions have been chosen for publica- tion. P aul Martin may have put it best when, just after he visited the Gov- ernor General to have Parliament dissolved, he uttered the following: “A minority Parliament means the op- position can force an election whenever it chooses. In this case, I believe ambi- tion has overwhelmed common sense.” This may well be true. After all, the PM had promised an election by spring. But the opposition simply couldn’t wait. And the NDP, led by Jack Layton, who held the balance of power, in some ways seem the most impatient of all. The party joined forces with some unlikely allies -- one party, the Conservatives so very far to the right of centre on the political spectrum relative to the NDP, and another, the Bloc Quebecois, with its sights set on breaking up Canada. But those two, each with their own reasons for wanting an election as soon as possible, managed to woo Mr. Layton, who behaved like the former schoolyard geek who suddenly found himself in possession of the thing all the cool kids were after. The swagger was unmistak- able. He felt the need to partner with two parties that hold values so distant from those of his own political stripe. And potentially, this could mean he will next hold the balance of power with a much less left-leaning party in power, which could mean a much more uphill battle in bringing his party’s wishes into legis- lation. That could also mean, if we wind up with a Conservative minority, a pos- sibility of another swift trip to the polls, and there aren’t many Canadians who relish that thought. Not only that, but he’s forged this alli- ance at this time, knowing full well that a winter election could very well essen- tially disenfranchise some of those for whom his party fights -- the poor and elderly, for whom transportation may be an issue and for whom a winter elec- tion could make getting to the polls very difficult. The timing of this election may also make it an issue. Let’s face it -- people have other things to think about right now. No one really wants to focus on federal politics, a subject matter that, at the best of times has difficulty attracting interest. But, they couldn’t wait, the op- position, including the NDP. And so, Jack made a deal with two grinches, bent on attempting to steal Christmas when we would, regardless, have had an election by Easter, and here we are, mired in a federal campaign about which people, so far, at least, seem at best ambivalent. It seems that Jack Layton’s ambition has indeed overwhelmed common sense, or at least, political acumen. Jennifer Stone is a Metroland Durham Region Media Group reporter. E-mail jstone@durhamregion.com. Jack’s deal with the grinches Jennifer Stone staff writer EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com Thanks for the memories To the editor: I have lived in Ajax for more than 25 years now and have seen many changes in this area, some good and some bad. Recently I’ve watched the Taunton Road and Brock Street area in Whitby explode with yet more superstores and won- dered about the fate of Cullen Gardens. My family and I were saddened to learn that this little jewel in the heart of Durham Region is closing Jan. 1. Cullen Gardens was a peaceful oasis that has delighted thousands for many years with its Festival of Lights, Halloween fun and gorgeous flower gardens. It is our five-year-old daughter’s favourite place to visit and we will all miss it very much, par- ticularly her favourite parts, the miniature model fairground, parade route and the model train. We have so many good memories of the place from the past 25 years. Cullen Gar- dens was an example of a reasonably priced, family-oriented day out within short driving distance. As a mother of two young children I find these types of places increasingly few and far between. I have no doubt that the beautiful Cullen Gardens will be replaced with yet more stores and the obligatory gas stations that blight every major intersection these days in Durham Region. What kind of memories will our children build walk- ing around big box stores? Anne Muir Ajax By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — Sharmila Bacchus Misir is optimistic the pediatrics department at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pick- ering hospital will remain open, but she’s not banking on it just yet. “(I’m) not believing until I see it because I’ve lived through all the closures,” she said Thursday. The Ajax mother was one of more than 1,000 people who got to hear first-hand Wednesday evening that the obstetrical and pediatric ser- vices shouldn’t have to be transferred to Centenary. Dave Sinclair was the first speaker at a community rally hosted by the Friends of the Ajax and Pickering Hospital at the Ajax Community Cen- tre. He broke the news. “(We) now have verbal commitments from a num- ber of pediatricians to pro- vide (on-call) throughout December and well into the new year, and we will be meeting with them tomor- row to get their commitment in writing,” he said. “We’ll still have some holes, we’ll still have some coverage is- sues, but we’re hoping that we can cover the balance of the schedule with (non-staff physicians).” His announcement re- ceived a few claps from the large crowd made up of par- ents, seniors, longtime hos- pital supporters, nurses, doc- tors and politicians, but there was still a lot of anger over the continuing instability of this service at the Ajax and Pickering hospital. Hume Martin, hospital president and chief executive officer, made the announce- ment Nov. 30 that due to a shortage of pediatricians and the resulting holes in the on-call schedule the service would “temporarily move” to Centenary. Ms. Bacchus Misir heard about the transfer Monday and was left wondering what would happen to her three- year-old son Niall. He has to go to the Ajax and Pickering hospital every month for a blood transfusion. He’d been going to the Hospital for Sick Children for 18 months when his pediatrician was able to get him transferred to Ajax just over a year ago. The move meant less time commut- ing, but more importantly it meant he only had to sit with an IV for four hours instead of eight. MON.- MON.- THURS. THURS. WEEKEND WEEKEND FRI.- FRI.- SAT. - SUN SAT. - SUN $ 1 1 . 9 5 $ 1 1 . 9 5 $ 1 1 . 95 $ 1 3 . 9 5 $ 1 3 . 9 5 $ 1 3 . 95 1615 Dundas St. E . 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The Winterfest 2005 Tree Lighting is Friday, Dec. 9 with a slew of events running from 6:30 to 9 p.m. In ad- dition to the tree lighting, there are fireworks, live entertainment in the gazebo, skating on the outdoor rink and free wagon rides. There will also be entertainment for children by Lenny Graf and more live entertainment in council cham- bers to give people an opportunity to warm up. Rumour has it the man in the red suit will also be making an appear- ance. People are asked to bring a non- perishable food donation for the food bank. Esplanade Park is located behind the Pickering Civic Complex, which is at 1 The Esplanade and Glenanna Road. This isn’t the only Winterfest event on tap for this weekend: Snow Much Fun, the Science of Snow, and mov- ies and crafts all take place Saturday, Dec. 10. Snow Much Fun is a snow sculpt- ing contest for all ages at Esplanade Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and features prizes. It is spon- sored in partnership with the Pin- eRidge Arts Council. The Science of Snow is at the Pick- ering Public Library’s central branch from 2 to 3 p.m. Children are request- ed to wear old clothing as things get messy when they help the mad scien- tists make snow crystals. This event is free, but registration is required. Call 905-831-6256 ext.6226. Ontario Power Generation hosts movies and crafts at the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre, featur- ing a winter movie and holiday craft. The free event runs from 1 to 4 p.m. The Centre is on Montgomery Park Road, just west of Brock Road. For more information about this or any other Winterfest event, visit www.cityofpickering.com/greatev- ents under the events calendar. A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com MATTRESS AND FURNTITURE MATTRESSESMATTRESSES SALE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.SLEEPFACTORY.COMVISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.SLEEPFACTORY.COM NO INTEREST NO PAYMENTS FOR 1 YEAR! O.A.C. 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These TVs are HD ready.SKU: 10061861, 10061666, 10061667 Pickering plans winter fun for this weekend durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 9 A/P 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 PLEASE MAKE A DONATION TODAY! Yes, I want to help end the cycle of abuse and violence in our community. Enclosed is my donation for $_____. Please charge to my MasterCard/Visa 1 Time Monthly Annually Card # _________________________ Expiry _________________________ Name __________________________ Address ________________________ Phone _________________________ Signature _______________________ Herizon House P.O. Box 87016 • 915 Westney Rd. S. Ajax, ON L1S 3K0 FAX : 905-426-8275 For further information or to donate call 905-426-1064 ext. 2222. CRISIS LINE 1-866-HERIZON (437-4966) Charity # 897222097RR0001 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. We are located at 1 Rossland Road West in Ajax (S.W. corner of Harwood and Rossland) 905-427-7177 Wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season! Please feel free to drop by our new facility for a hospital tour. DR. ANDREA CHAPINDR. ANDREA CHAPIN DR. MARVELLE MOOTOODR. MARVELLE MOOTOO &STAFF& STAFF CCozy WaterbedsCozy Waterbeds Natural Support fromNatural Support from head to toehead to toe AAll SetsAll Sets On SaleOnSaleOn Sale BOXING WEEK SAVINGS BOXING WEEK SAVINGS BOXING WEEK SAVINGS PST PST NO P.S.T. * NO P.S.T. * NO P.S.T. * ONONON NOW!NOW!NOW! ONONON NOW!NOW!NOW! BestBestBest Buys! Buys! Buys! BestBestBest Buys! Buys! Buys! • Perfect Sleeper Sets • Perfect Night Sets • Individual Pocket Coil Sets • NASA Memory Foam Sets WEMAKE THE WORLD’S BEST MATTRESS™ Single Mattresses From $19995$19995 $ 199 95 Parts & ServiceParts & Service Legs are raised, spine is horizontal SWEDISH FOAM TOPPERS FROM $ 189 95 FEATHER BEDS FROM $ 79 95 BODY PILLOWS BEAN BAG CHAIRS *NO GST OR PST ON PURCHASES OVER $ 299.00 NO GSTNOGSTNO GST &PST*&PST*& PST*NO GSTNOGSTNO GST &PST*&PST*& PST* PLUS 90 DAYS NO INT/NO PMT O.A.C. PLUS 90 DAYS NO INT/NO PMT O.A.C. PLUS 90 DAYS NO INT/NO PMT O.A.C. GST GST NO G.S.T. * NO G.S.T. * NO G.S.T. * DURHAM — A newly launched carpool website can help reduce congestion and get you to work and school. Carpool Zone, online at www.carpoolzone.smart- commute.ca, is a free service for people to connect and commute. Launched last week by the Smart Commute Association, it’s GTA-wide and the first of its kind. Users log on to the site, enter their start location and destination and search for matches. Customized searches include distance and driving times, while users can customize their profiles to include music tastes, whether they smoke, second languages and gender. Privacy is protected, as e-mail addresses are only released with users’ consent, said Ryan Lanyon, deputy executive director of Smart Commute. The association says there are 7 million car trips in the GTA and Hamilton each day; in Durham, dur- ing rush hour, around 87 per cent of residents are in their cars, the transportation master plan says. The Carpool Zone goal is to have 10,000 users by the spring with a minimum of 5,000 car pools. Carpool and help reduce congestion Tackling rural, urban issues B y Jeff Hayward Staff Writer DURHAM — Top minds from Durham’s urban and rural com- munities met in Uxbridge Tues- day to identify key differences of both sides and help create a vision for the future that fits both lifestyles. The first Durham-York Rural Urban Summit was held Nov. 29 at Mill Run golf club, featur- ing four panel speakers from different backgrounds who of- fered varying perspectives on challenges in the face of growing population and urban sprawl. Amongst the panelists was Ux- bridge farmer and councillor Howie Herrema, also a member of the Durham Federation of Ag- riculture. Coun. Herrema said in his in- troduction that education about farm life is important to break misconceptions in the urban community. “I’m trying to educate people -- letting people know that milk actually comes from an animal, and french fries come from po- tatoes,” he said. Coun. Herrema added there seems to be con- fusion about where many food products originate. He said farm life is not like it is often portrayed on television and in books, noting “farming is not pretty... it’s smelly, it’s dirty, it’s long hours,” he said. “(But) I believe agriculture and farming will create stability for Canada. We need sustainable land for the future.” He called upon the govern- ment to assist farmers, noting the industry is providing little return due to high production costs and lack of subsidies. Other panelists included Janet Ecker, former Ontario finance minister; Wayne Caldwell, as- sociate professor at the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development of the Uni- versity of Guelph; and Kamiel Gabriel, associate of the research and graduate programs at the University of Ontario Institute of Te chnology in Oshawa. Moderator and keynote speak- er, Steve Paikin, opened the floor to guests to ask questions of the panelists and make comments. Paul Brooks, of Brooks Farms in Uxbridge, supported Coun. Herrema’s idea that farm educa- tion is important, noting Brooks Fa r ms invites the public to visit for activities during growing off- season. “It’s bringing families to farms so they understand farms are a wonderful place, and we are the ones that feed you,” said Mr. Brooks. “Once you value (farms), you want to take care of them.” Mr. Gabriel, who also launched the first province-wide space science competition for high schools in 1989, said people should embrace technology to maintain a stable environment for the future. Marlene Werry, a Durham senior economic development officer, said a report drawn up based on discussion at the sum- mit will be completed by Dec. 12, identifying items for the Re- gion to focus on. A transcript of the discussion will be available soon at www. ruralurbansummit.ca. 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Probably someone you remember fondly. This January, you can help Alzheimer Societies across Ontario get a step closer to better care and a cure. Come in from the cold and join the indoor 2006 Manulife Walk for Memories in your community. Step Up To The Challenge walkformemories.ca 1-800-879-4226 Do it for the person who went that extra mile for you It’s okay to peek. Look for our holiday gift guide in this paper. ® ® ©2005 TELUS Mobility. CASH ADVANCE CENTERS MONEY TRANSFERS INJURY ADVANCES PAYDAY LOANS up to $1,000 O CR D I T NE NCESARES Y 310-4PAY For a location near you call (4729) Ajax... 11 Harwood Ave. S. Pickering... First Pickering Place 50%to 80% BRIDAL & FORMAL 50 RICHMOND ST. E. MCLAUGHLIN SQ. OSHAWA • 905-432-3320 0ff EVERYTHING EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD! MUST BE SOLD! CLOSED CLOSED CLOS E D SUNDAYS SUNDAYS SUN D A Y S GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALE Excluding New Arrivals Tiaras & Veils. We can be reached at 905-683-5110 NEWS ADVERTISER Celia Klemenz / News Advertiser photo Howie Herrema offered opening comments at the recent Durham-York Rural Urban Summit. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 11 A/P DURHAM — Once again this year, Santa’s getting a little help from Durham Regional Police. The service’s annual toy and food drive was kicked off with a ceremony last week, and volunteers are now working to prepare to help make Christmas a little brighter for needy families in Durham. This is the 17th year the service’s toy drive has been in existence. Last year, 23 tons of donations were distributed to families throughout the region through more than 40 community agencies. Donations of food items or new unwrapped toys can be dropped off at police stations throughout Durham, as well as at participat- ing businesses. For more information, call the Food and Toy hotline at 905-721-2999. Play around for Durham police drive Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo The Durham Region Police Service recently kicked off its annual Food and Toy Drive for 2005. Liz Jansen did her part right afterwards by placing her donations in the sled of toys. DURHAM — The Durham Catholic District School Board and its occasional teachers have reached a tentative agree- ment. Although details of the agreement are being withheld until it’s ratified, the tenta- tive settlement between the board and the Durham occasional local of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association covers the period from Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2006. A ratification meeting is slated for Dec. 15, and the agreement will go before the board Dec. 19. A greement for occasional teachers durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 11 A/P DURHAM — Once again this year, Santa’s getting a little help from Durham Regional Police. The service’s annual toy and food drive was kicked off with a ceremony last week, and volunteers are now working to prepare to help make Christmas a little brighter for needy families in Durham. This is the 17th year the service’s toy drive has been in existence. Last year, 23 tons of donations were distributed to families throughout the region through more than 40 community agencies. Donations of food items or new unwrapped toys can be dropped off at police stations throughout Durham, as well as at participat- ing businesses. For more information, call the Food and Toy hotline at 905-721-2999. Play around for Durham police drive Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo The Durham Region Police Service recently kicked off its annual Food and Toy Drive for 2005. Liz Jansen did her part right afterwards by placing her donations in the sled of toys. DURHAM — The Durham Catholic District School Board and its occasional teachers have reached a tentative agree- ment. Although details of the agreement are being withheld until it’s ratified, the tenta- tive settlement between the board and the Durham occasional local of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association covers the period from Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2006. A ratification meeting is slated for Dec. 15, and the agreement will go before the board Dec. 19. A greement for occasional teachers A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com At participating stores for a limited time. Co f fee Brewer by BUNN ® $124 95 Make their ho l iday perfect, one cup at a time. Our home brewer is complete with advanced features that always make the perfect cup. F rom the people who make our in-store brewer –it’s the brewer our coffee likes best. • Perfect coffee in less than 3 minutes • Includes 25 Tim Hortons coffee filters • Carafe holds 50 ounces (10 cups) • Stainless steel tank PLUS TAX $13 69 Assorted Gift Packs As different as the people on your list. 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RVHS, along with the Scarborough Hospital, is replacing or upgrading 615 pumps using new technology. It will imple- ment Smart IV pump technology from Hospira Healthcare Corporation, a manufacturer of products that help improve patient care. The pump technology has been shown to improve preci- sion in medication. The pumps increase patient safety by alerting staff when the levels of medicine delivered intrave- nously are outside prescribed limits. The upgrade to the Smart pump is expected to begin at Rouge Valley in the second quarter of 2006. New technology improves patient care A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com At participating stores for a limited time. Co f fee Brewer by BUNN ® $124 95 Make their ho l iday perfect, one cup at a time. Our home brewer is complete with advanced features that always make the perfect cup. 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RVHS, along with the Scarborough Hospital, is replacing or upgrading 615 pumps using new technology. It will imple- ment Smart IV pump technology from Hospira Healthcare Corporation, a manufacturer of products that help improve patient care. The pump technology has been shown to improve preci- sion in medication. The pumps increase patient safety by alerting staff when the levels of medicine delivered intrave- nously are outside prescribed limits. The upgrade to the Smart pump is expected to begin at Rouge Valley in the second quarter of 2006. 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Oshawa Regional Councillor Cathy Clarke said Durham will have even big- ger problems if local hostels close. Earlier in the day, councillors received a presentation by Eva Martin Blythe, ex- ecutive director of the YWCA Durham, on the financial and service delivery issues for its Adelaide House, an emer- gency hostel for women and children. “The homeless women and children in Durham are depending on us,” said Ms. Martin Blythe. She said the hostel runs more than a $30 deficit per person, per bed, per day. “We’re digging a hole and the dirt’s coming in on top of us,” said Ms. Martin Blythe. The YWCA has already reduced staff and taken pay cuts on the adminis- trative side. 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Most 407 ETR customers pay their bills on a regular basis and will not be affected by plate denial. Unfortunately, there are some people who use the highway and refuse to pay. That’s unfair to paying customers and the company. If you use 407 ETR and you have refused to pay your bills, your licence plates may not be renewed or issued unless you pay your outstanding balance. Why Can Plates Be Denied? Plate denial was a key part of the sale and exists because 407 ETR is an all-electronic, open-access highway. To reduce congestion and improve traffic flow, the highway was designed by the Government without any toll booths or barriers. Unlike other companies which can cancel credit or cut service, 407 ETR cannot prevent someone who refuses to pay tolls from using the highway. Plate denial was in place while the highway was government-owned and was a key part of the 1999 sale of the highway. Plate denial is also in place for people who refuse to pay parking tickets. Are There Safeguards For Paying Customers? Rigorous plate denial procedures minimize the chance of errors. Individuals cannot have the renewal or issuance of a plate denied unless they have an outstanding balance for at least 125 days. 407 ETR must follow a detailed set of legislated rules, procedures and timelines. What If I Have A Dispute? You have the right to dispute a plate denial notice to an independent arbitrator. As part of the plate denial process, you are given the opportunity to take a dispute to an independent arbitrator. The independent arbitrators are selected by the Ontario Government and the disputes will be resolved expeditiously. Where Can I Get More Information? For more information regarding plate denial, please go to www.407etr.com/platedenial. If you used the highway and have not paid your bill, you can call 407 ETR Customer Service immediately at 1-888-407-0407 or visit www.407etr.com to pay your account. 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Volunteers Andrew Gomes and Justin Bruce were making french toast and pan- cakes all morning. DURHAM — It’s possible to spread a little Christmas cheer and help a good cause. Epilepsy Durham Region is selling Lora the Lavender Labrador just in time for Christmas. Proceeds from the sale of the plush toys, which sell for $15, are used to support health promotion and awareness initiatives in Durham. Currently, there are more than 12,000 people living with epilepsy in Durham. To order the stocking stuffer, call Epilepsy Durham Region at 905-666- 9926. Stocking stuffer will aid Epilepsy group A/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com CORRECTION NOTICE We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers and thank you for your patience. Sanus Flat-Panel Wall Mount 10061233. The model code for this product is not VMPLs-03 as advertised on p. 20 of our December 2nd flyer. 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In fact, it is now $159.99 after a $5 savings. 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 40%ff ISOTONER, DOCKERS, PROSPECTOR, SOLOS, MANTLES™and TOGO ™ men’s & women’s slippers 40%ff men’s & women’s sweaters including cashmere and designer brands Excludes Olympic apparel. 50 %ff ALL women’s regular and clearance- priced fall and winter LIZ CLAIBORNE sportswear. Including sweaters. 50 %ff TOMMY HILFIGER DENIM & CODE BLEU men’s and women’s tops, sweaters and outerwear 50 %ff GEOFFREY BEENE and ARROW men’s dress shirts & WAYNE GRETZKY fashions 40%-50%ff men’s & women’s outerwear Excludes Olympic apparel. SAVE AN EXTRA When you use your Hbc Credit Card 33 %ff men’s ROCKPORT & FLORSHEIM shoes 30 %-40%ff men’s & women’s robes and sleepwear 30%ff selected shapewear, daywear, fashion bras and panties. Excludes Olympic apparel. 30%ff JESSICA WALKER chocolates $998 each Bring your heroes home for the holidays, with this collection of 5 hardcover hockey books. Reg. $24.95 save an extra 50% clearance-priced & discontinued toys. Off our last ticketed prices. save an extra 40% clearance-priced watches and jewellery. Off our last ticketed prices. The Official Store of Christmas™ Pickering man cruises to $69,000 payday PICKERING — Alan Wright will be cruising away this spring thanks to a lottery win. The Pickering resident won a $68,860.70 Lotto 6/49 second prize in the Nov. 23 draw. The 79-year-old plans to share his windfall with his daughters and go on a cruise. “I am very happy,” he told OLGC staff when he collected his prize. The winning ticket was purchased at Daisy Kingston on Kingston Road in Pickering. Ajax g randma has a million reasons to cry AJAX — Patricia Mulvenna has a million reasons to shed tears. The 62-year-old Ajax woman won a $1 million Encore prize in the Dec. 2 Super 7 draw. “I started crying when the store clerk told me I won a million dollars,” Ms. Mulvenna says. “Then I phoned my husband, John, and told him the good news. “I’m a rich Grandma.” Ms. Mulvenna is a homemaker, and she and her husband have one son, one daughter and two grandchildren. She plans to buy a new car and help her children pay off their mortgages. “We also love travelling,” Ms. Mul- venna says. The winning ticket was bought at Gateway in the Pickering Town Cen- tre. She claimed the prize Tuesday. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 17 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. Excludes all official Canadian Olympic merchandise.When you see “POWER BUY” or “MANAGER’S SPECIAL” you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you.We may tell you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges or would likely charge for the same or a comparable value item. Quantities of our Power Buys and Manager’s Specials and items located in any “Style Outlet” in-store departments are limited and may vary from store to store – no rainchecks or substitutions.When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in-store for details. *10% offer exclusions: cosmetics & fragrances, Gucci watches, electronics, music, video & gaming, software, computers, major appliances,furniture, mattresses, just-reduced items,all official Canadian Olympic merchandise and licensed departments. Other exclu- sions may apply. See in-store for details. 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No savings apply.SKU:10063566 New reactors endorsed by Durham Region Regional councillors show support for expanding nuclear energy DURHAM — The idea of more nucle- ar reactors in Durham has the Region’s support. Bringing additional nuclear reactors to the Darlington Nuclear Generat- ing Station was endorsed by Durham council Nov. 30. The decision was made just before an Ontario Power Authority report, on how the Province can meet future en- ergy needs, was expected to go to the provincial energy minister on Dec. 1. Clarington council has already sup- ported being a host municipality for new nuclear generators, said Mayor John Mutton. “(More reactors) in Durham Region will be the single most prolific eco- nomic development Durham Region has seen in some time,” he said during We dnesday’s meeting. He added many positive spin-offs could result from any new and local reactors. Mayor Mutton said Ontario Power Generation is the second largest em- ployer in Durham and “new build will ensure our children will continue to enjoy (its jobs) tomorrow.” Darlington’s nuclear station was de- signed for eight reactors, but only has four currently. FRIDAY, DEC. 9 ADDICTION: The Serenity Group holds a 12-step recov- ery meeting at 8 p.m. at the Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group meets every Friday and deals with addictions of all kinds, including co-dependen- cy. Child care program can be arranged with advance notice. Call 905-428-9431 (evenings). SATURDAY, DEC. 10 AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL: The Pickering Action Circle holds its Write for Rights celebration, coinciding with In- ternational Human Rights Day, from 1 to 6 p.m. The group is trying to write 100 letters that day for human rights. It’s in the community room upstairs at the Loblaws store in Pickering, 1792 Liverpool Rd. Call Rowena at 905-428-2539. JINGLE BELL BAZAAR: Park- way Retirement Home hosts its annual Jingle Bell Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featur- ing a craft room, baked goods and fun door prizes. Bazaar proceeds go to the home’s residents’ council. Parkway is at 1645 Pickering Parkway in Pickering. Call Lisa at 905-426- 6603. FUNDRAISING DANCE: The One Parent Families Associa- tion holds it monthly dance at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., in Pickering. Featuring DJ and cold buffet. Cost is $14. Dress code in effect. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. PET SANTA PICS: Humane Society of Durham Region is holding its annual ‘Pet Pics with Ol’ St. Nick’ fundraiser at Van- dermeer Nursery and Garden Centre, corner of Lakeridge Road and Bayly Street in Ajax, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $8.50, which includes a 4-x-6 framed picture. Continues Sunday at the same time. Call 905-433-2022 ext. 0. CONCERT: Dunbarton-Fair- port United Church, 1066 Dun- barton Rd., Pickering, holds its first-ever Sounds of Christmas concert, starting at 8 p.m. It features the church’s senior choir and the vocal group, Les Cinq. Tickets, available at the door, are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and students. Refreshments, desserts in- cluded. 905-839-7271. SUNDAY, DEC. 11 CONCERT: The St. Paul’s on the Hill Anglican Church Sunday School students and youth perform Rock Me Home for Christmas at 7 p.m. The church is at 882 Kingston Rd. (east of Whites Rd.), Pickering. A donation of a non-perishable food item would be appreci- ated. Call 905-839-7909. MONDAY, DEC. 12 CARPET BOWLING: Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club bowls every Monday and Thursday at 9:20 a.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. in Ajax. Beginners are wel- come, but should come early. Call Evelyn at 905-683-2947. TUESDAY, DEC. 13 TAI CHI: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. for tai chi. Sessions are in the St. An- drews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., in Ajax. Call Sylvia at 905-683-6219. MUSIC NIGHT: City of Picker- ing hosts Make A Joyful Noise Community Music Nights as part of Winterfest. The free event features school choirs, cultural groups and school performances. Begins at 7 p.m. at the Pickering Civic Complex, 1 The Esplanade, in council chambers. Also goes tomorrow night in the same location at 7 p.m. Call 905- 420-4620 ext. 2064. NEWCOMERS: If you’re new to the area, join the Pickering/ Ajax Newcomers for coffee from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Sec- ond Cup at Valley Farm and Kingston roads in Pickering. Call Ann at 905-426-3833. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 MOMS AND TOTS’ VOLLEY- BALL: Moms are invited to play non-competitive volleyball every Wednesday during the school year (not during school holidays) from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the East Shore Community Centre in Pickering. There’s co-operative babysitting for in- fants and school-age children. Snacks and crafts are pro- vided. Have fun and meet new friends. The centre is at 910 Liverpool Rd. S. Call Andrea at 905-831-4263 or Debbie at 905-619-1829. ONE-PARENT SUPPORT: The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families Asso- ciation meets every Wednes- day at the KMW Health Care Services, 314 Harwood Ave. S. Unit 22, in Ajax. Meetings start at 8 p.m. (except the first Wednesday of the month when it’s 8:30). Call 905-420-0010. HEAD INJURY CONNEC- TIONS: The Head Injury As- sociation of Durham Region hosts connections from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring games, cards and conversation in the games room at the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd. Call 905-723-2732. EUCHRE: Play euchre with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club every Monday or Friday at 8 p.m. or Wednesday at 1 p.m. in St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Dr. in Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683-9696. ALZHEIMER’S: The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region Ajax-Pickering Support Group holds a meeting from 10 a.m. to noon in the lounge of Life Centre Housing, 1 Marsh La., Ajax. All caregivers welcome. THURSDAY, DEC. 15 LINE DANCING: The Ajax Se- niors Friendship Club dances every Thursday at 1 p.m. in the St. Andrews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Call Jack at 905-683-9696. FRIDAY, DEC. 16 CRAFTS: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club meets Fridays at 10 a.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Seniors crochet, knit or do their favourite craft and also take part in a social time. Call Peggy at 905-686-1573. 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By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — With substance abuse in the workplace an ever- present issue, Durham Region Health Department recently held its annual workshop on the topic for local employers. “We know from our experience with working with our reps in the workplace that substance use is an issue for them,” said Sharon Niesar, a public health nurse with the Dur- ham Region health department. “It’s a difficult issue for them to address; an uncomfortable issue.” In celebration of National Drug Awareness Week, held Nov. 21 to 25, the free workshop, Substance Abuse/Mental Health Workshop: A Guide for Workplace Personnel, ex- plained how employers can identify substance abuse problems among employees, and the strategies they can use for treatment. “It’s quite a big issue in workplac- es,” Ms. Niesar said. “There’s quite a few people who are dealing with it on an individual level, and often workplaces don’t want to deal with it because it’s very uncomfortable.” One of the key messages of the workshop was for employers not to ignore a problem when they see it, Ms. Niesar said. Rather, they should address it in the appropri- ate manner, and if possible, without permanently losing an employee. The workshop also featured guest speakers Randall Uyenaka and Alli- son Potts from the Pinewood Centre at Lakeridge Health. Mr. Uyenaka said substance abuse in the workplace is more prevalent than people may think, and can af- fect employee performance, morale and safety. “There’s been some research sug- gesting that in terms of a typical work- place, as many as 10 to 20 per cent can have a problem related to sub- stance use,” said Mr. Uyenaka, an addictions counsellor of 17 years. “I think there’s a lot we can do in terms of being proactive, helping to iden- tify problems early before they actu- ally progress to the point where it seriously jeopardizes the well-being of the workplace.” Overall, Mr. Uyenaka said he was impressed with the regional re- sponse to the workshop. He said about 50 seats were made available — all of which were full. 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The OTF, which aims to strengthen the volunteer sector by investing in community initia- tives, recently announced more than $2 million in funding for 33 community groups in Durham, Haliburton, Kawartha and Pine Ridge. “We’re thrilled,” said Carol Bark- well, executive director of Luke’s Place Support and Resource Cen- tre for Women and Children. The Oshawa centre, which provides support to abused women and their children facing legal matters, will receive $225,000 over three years. “We are an organization that doesn’t currently receive any core or annualized funding from any government source,” Ms. Barkwell said. “We’re very pleased to re- ceive the grant because it allows the agency to focus on our sus- tainability.” Ms. Barkwell said the grant will be used to strengthen the centre’s infrastructure, and build its vol- unteer program to better serve its clients. It will also be put toward building future fundraising efforts, she said. “We’re very appreciative of the support that Trillium has shown to us, and the fact that they believe in our work. It has been essential to our ability to provide service,” she said. Community Living Ajax-Picker- ing and Whitby was also among the local list of groups to receive funding. A grant of $61,000 will be used to purchase a passenger van to transport people who use wheelchairs so they can partici- pate more fully in social, recre- ational and vocational activities. “We’re just absolutely delight- ed,” executive director Paul Rose- bush said. “About 50 people will now add quality to their life by just getting out, circulating and getting involved in community life in gen- eral. They can participate in day programs and get connected to community events -- whether it’s at a recreation centre, a Remem- brance Day ceremony -- anything to get people out and circulated.” The agency supports about 300 people, but only has a single van that is not wheelchair accessible. The new van will have a specially modified wheelchair ramp when it arrives at the end of January, and is a first for Community Liv- ing Ajax-Pickering and Whitby, Mr. Rosebush said. “Newcomers and people of all abilities and backgrounds con- tribute to their communities and actively seek to build their own future,” Ontario Minister of Cul- ture Madeleine Meilleur said at the announcement of the Trillium grants on Dec. 6. “With OTF fund- ing, community organizations en- hance prospects for employment, and economic potential for work- ers and their families.” The other groups in Durham to receive funding are: The Corpora- tion of the Township of Brock; Durham Woodworking Club Os- hawa; Harmony United Church in Oshawa; Learning Disabilities Association of Durham; Northum- berland Services for Women, and Satya Sanatan Dharma Cultural Sabha (Devi Mandir) in Pickering. 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DINNER SPECIAL for 339 Kingston Rd (Altona & Hwy. 2) 905.509.6464 New Year's Eve Dinner RESERVATIONS ONLY Come celebrate our 10th Anniversary Chicken Cordon Bleu, Salmon or Prime Rib With Potatoes & Vegetables Dessert & Coffee Champagne Toast at midnight $$19199999 Thai Orchid provides traditional Thai cuisine in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The popularity of Thai food has increasingly grown over the past few years and the Thai Orchid is meeting this demand by serving excellent and authentic Thai delicacies. Along with serving delicious food, the Thai Orchid is pleased to announce that today is their one-year anniversary. Owners Alfred Liu and Joe Chang would like to thank the residents of Ajax and Pickering for their continued patronage and support and look forward to serving you for many more years to come. In celebration of their anniversary, the Thai Orchid would like to offer a FREE DESSERT with any dinner entrée – one to try is the Deep Fired Banana and Sticky Rice with Mango. You will be overwhelmed by the many choices of chicken, vegetable, beef and seafood dishes. Every dish on the menu is given its authentic name with the English equivalent beside it, giving you a real sense of the Thai culture. Try a variety of appetizers such as Pho Pia Phak (Thai Vegetable Rolls), Mee Krob (Crispy Rice Noodles) and Goong Satay (Shrimp Satay, marinated in Thai herbs and spices, served with warm peanut sauce). Other dishes you must try are Gai Phad Mamung Himapant (Cashew Nut Chicken), Phad Woon Sen (Glass Noodles with Chicken, Shrimp, Eggs, Sweet Peppers and Onions) and of course, the Pad Thai. Along with Thai fare, you can also enjoy some Malaysian cuisine such as Tofu Goreng, Curry Ayam, Mee Soto Udang and the ever-popular satays. For take-out or delivery call 905-837-5044. 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The last guidelines came out in 2000. The most significant change is ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths -- from 15 compres- sions for every two breaths to 30 compressions. Based on the latest evidence, more compressions create more blood flow through the heart to the rest of the body, buying critical time until expert help can ar- rive, according to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. “These guidelines are all about minimizing distrac- tion and disruptions dur- ing CPR,” said Dr. Michael Shuster, one of the authors of the guidelines and chair- man of Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada’s Policy Advisory Committee on Resuscitation. “Since the 2000 guide- lines, new research and information has strength- ened the emphasis on ef- fective CPR as a critically important step in helping save lives.” Marty Epp, manager of the Base Hospital/Ad- vanced Life Support Pro- gram at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, said much of what is done in medical treat- ment today is based on history, and that broader medical community is very focused on using evidence to change treatments. “The reason they’re look- ing at increasing the ratio -- meaning more compres- sions per the number of ventilations -- is because it takes a while to prime the pump,” Mr. Epp said. “Your heart, your blood ves- sels and the blood in your body, it’s a pump -- a set of pipes and a load of fluid in a closed system. They find when it’s not working spontaneously on its own, it takes more compressions than they thought in the past to prime the pump.” Fewer than 50 per cent of Canadians have taken a course in CPR, Mr. Epp added. Another guideline change is the number of de- fibrillations, or shocks, that should be administered be- fore delivering CPR. Previ- ously three shocks could be delivered, resulting in de- lays of 37 seconds or more. The number of shocks now have been reduced to one. Michael Nemeth, a para- medic with Durham Region EMS, said the guidelines should help more people save lives. By immediately starting chest compres- sions and pushing oxygen into the body’s surrounding tissue, time can be bought until more help arrives, he said. “By doing that, you’ve giving yourself about a two minute window where you really don’t have to breath into the person,” Mr. Ne- meth said. “Hopefully, within that two minute win- dow the fire department or paramedics should be on scene to start using their equipment.” “It’s nice because now it’s one guideline straight across the board for ev- erybody -- whether you’re infant, child or adult. Ten years ago, there was three different ratios you had to remember and in a stressful environment, if you don’t do it for a living that can get fairly difficult to do,” he said. More compression the focus of CPR guidelines durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 27 A/P AJAX 427-7708 282 Monarch Ave. Mon-Fri: 9:30-9 • Sat: 9:30-5:30 • Sun: 11-5 Canada’s Largest Liquidator Over 100 locations! 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East Va nessa Friday’s carrier of the week is Vanessa. She enjoys volleyball & soccer. She will receive a dinner & movie voucher compliments of McDonald’s & Cineplex Odeon Ajax. Congratulations Vanessa for being our Carrier of the Week. Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between December 14 - December 18/05 “Homeward Bound” A comedy drama by Elliot Hayes Performance dates: February 9-11, 16 -18 & 23 - 25, 2006 Curtain: 8:00 pm “Leader of the Pack” A musical by Ellie Greenwich Performance dates: April 20 - 22, 27 - 29 & May 4 - 6, 2006 Curtain: 8:00 pm Whitby Courthouse Theatre is located at 416 Centre Street S. Whitby Tickets are available at LaFontaine 106 Dundas Street W. Whitby (905) 430-3774 W h i t b y C o u r t h o u s e T h e a t r e Pr ese nts:Concert revival in Pickering PICKERING — Revival- time in Pickering hosts a gos- pel concert Saturday, Dec. 10. The concert ‘Help them now or fear them later’ fea- tures international TV host evangelist Gerry Thompson and Friends live in concert. Performers include Osmond Collins, Anita Bryan and Jo- seph Daly. The concert is at 7 p.m. and Revivaltime is at 550 Kingston Rd. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door; children under 12 are $10. Tickets are available by calling 905-837-7791 or visit- ing www.gerrysgospel.com. St epping back in time PICKERING — The Pickering Museum Village held its annual Christmas in the Village cel- ebration where the public is in- vited to walk around the village and experience Christmas and New Year’s celebrations from years past. The village repre- sents more than 100 years of Pickering’s development. Alex Lawrence and Joan Thompson provide the music for an 1870s style ballroom dance at the Redman House. Christmas in the Village continues again this Sunday, Dec. 11 from noon to 3:30 p.m. Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo A/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT entertainmentdurhamregion.com Olliver likes it alone and with his bands Bands wanted as Bandwarz ‘06 gets ready to hit the stage 40 bands will vie for $1,000 in cash, other prizes and Durham Region musical glory DURHAM — Applications are now being accepted for bands wanting to take part in the 2006 edition of Band- warz. This year, only 40 bands will be ac- cepted for the competition which takes place at Le Skratch Billiard Bar and Grill, 200 John St. W., in Oshawa. The music showcase, presented by Eclipse Concerts, features local groups competing against each other in week- ly events, with a final showcase taped for Rogers Television. The winners get $1,000 in cash, a recording package and other prizes. Official registration will be held Jan. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Jan. 14 from 2 to 6 p.m. at an open house at Le Skratch. However, early bird registration can be done anytime by visiting www. eclipseconcerts.com and download- ing an application form or e-mailing kerri@eclipseconcerts.com. A surprise guest or two might drop in to share the stage with Whitby performer AJAX — There are several sides to George Olliver. There’s George Olliver & Gang- buster, one of the hottest rhythm and blues bands in Toronto. There’s Caught Away with George Olliver, the 12-piece R and B/gospel group he formed around five years ago. And there’s solo George, who is at the Rendezvous Bistro and Bar in Ajax this weekend, “I like them all,” he says of his incarnations. “I’m in the busi- ness because I thoroughly enjoy it. And I decided a very long time ago I was going to make a really good effort at it.” It would be hard to argue that he hasn’t. Mr. Rhythm and Blues has some eye-popping creden- tials. The Juno-nominated vocal- ist has opened for The Rolling Stones and worked with legends such as Martha Reeves, Etta James and Wilson Pickett, among many more. He performs every week, with the majority of his engagements now corporate functions, includ- ing a recent gig at The Royal York Hotel in Toronto with the five- piece version of Gangbuster. But the Whitby resident will be on his own in Ajax for the show, ‘A Christmas Weekend with George Olliver.’ “We have the club all decked out in its Christmas regalia and we’re going to be doing some Christmas songs in addition to what I’m known for, R and B,” he says. While opening for the Stones in the ’60s was “fun,” Olliver says playing with another great star topped that experience. “Probably the best artist that I remember backing up and work- ing with was Etta James,” he says. “She was one of those artists who had no airs. She did her best to mingle with the band and be helpful.” Olliver might not be alone all night at the Rendezvous. His following is such that musical friends often drop by to join him on stage. Voted male vocalist of the year by the Durham Music Society, the Whitby resident per- forms both tonight (Dec. 9) and tomorrow, with shows starting at 6 p.m. Each night features three sets, starting around 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Olliver plans to begin the night with some laid-back ballads be- fore turning up the heat as the evening progresses, so be sure to bring your dancing shoes. Rendezvous is at 250 Bayly St. W. (between Monarch and Mack- enzie avenues). The following movies are in theatres this weekend. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and the Ward- robe Directed by Andrew Adamson Starring: Tilda Swinton, James McAv oy, Jim Broadbent. Rated: PG Playing a game of hide-and- seek, the four Pevensie siblings enter the world of Narnia through a magical wardrobe. They dis- cover a peaceful land inhabited by talking beasts, dwarfs, fauns, centaurs and giants, but a land cursed to eternal winter by the evil White Witch, Jadis. With help from a noble and mystical ruler, the children fight to overcome Jadis’s hold on Nar- nia in a spectacular battle. The C.S. Lewis classic is set in England during the Second World War. The World’s Fastest Indian Directed by Roger Donaldson Starring: Anthony Hopkins. Rated: PG-13. Unlike most people, Burt Munro never let go of the dreams of his youth. After spending a lifetime perfecting his classic In- dian motorcycle, he tests his bike at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Against all odds, Burt sets a new speed record, a world record that remains unbroken almost 40 years later. Also on the big screen this weekend are Brokeback Moun- tain and Mrs. Henderson Pres- ents. Pevensie kids fight for Narnia, while Hopkins revs his engine on the flats George Olliver has a resume that would make any musician jealous. He performs with two different bands, but this weekend he’ll be performing Christmas and R & B songs on his own in Ajax. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Give the people what they want PICKERING — Matt Stergios, lead singer of Open To The Public, literally hits the stage singing during the band’s four-song set at Dunbarton High School. The school recently hosted a band night featuring many performers. FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P Pickering High runs over Huron Heights By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — After a 17-year drought, the Pickering High School Trojans are the Metro Bowl high school champions. The Ajax school ended a perfect 12-0 senior football campaign in a perfect way, claiming the coveted Metro Bowl trophy with a 24-19 vic- tory Thursday night over the York Region Champion Huron Heights Warriors of Newmarket before a good crowd at the Rogers Centre in Toronto. The Trojans struck for two touch- downs in the second half en route to the victory over Huron Heights, which also came into the game un- defeated, with a 10-0 mark. More importantly, the Trojans re- covered successfully from last year’s Metro Bowl championship loss to the St. Michael’s College Kerry Blues and ended a drought in the Metro Bowl that started in 1988 with a loss to the Central Tech Blues of Toronto. In the pandemonium that ensued at the conclusion of the game was a relieved Trojans head coach John Martini, who had coached Pickering High football teams through the two previous bowl losses. It was with a sense of pride and relief that he ac- cepted the championship trophy. “After 20 years, it finally hap- pened,” said Martini. “I can retire now,” he added, before backtrack- ing to say “I still have a few years left.” The key, he says, was minimizing turnovers. He gave kudos to the de- fence, especially linebacker Dylan Locke, who made an integral play, stripping the ball from the hands of Huron Heights’ Ezra Millington with the Warriors on their own five- yard line. The heads-up play led to the second Trojans touchdown of the second half, giving Pickering High some much needed breathing room. “I think Dylan was the MVP,” says Martini. “I thought he made a lot of really great plays.” On the Trojans’ first play after the fumble recovery, quarterback Troy Seivwright-Adams called his own number and ran untouched to the right and into the end zone from four yards out. The touchdown and Mohammad Khawaja’s convert gave the Trojans a 24-13 lead and they never looked back. Also integral to the outcome was game MVP Frank Aiello’s 66-yard touchdown romp to give the Tro- jans a 17-13 lead at the end of the third quarter. “I found the hole opened up by the O-line, followed the blocks and daylight opened up from there,” he says. He was effusive about the work of the team’s offensive and defensive lines, saying Pickering High couldn’t have won without them. The Warriors opened up the third quarter with a 19-yard field goal from Millington. The field goal came after a 15- yard roughing the kicker penalty on the Trojans kept a Huron Heights drive alive on their own 34-yard line. Huron Heights scored their last touchdown in the last minute of play, with quarterback Mike Needler scoring from one yard out. Milling- ton had a 41-yard reception to put them on the one-yard line. The Warriors scored the first points of the game after a Pickering fumble gave Huron Heights the ball on the Pickering 26-yard line. Mil- lington later booted a 33-year field goal for a 3-0 lead with 7:30 to go in the first quarter. Pickering tied the score after an eight-play drive that started at the Trojans’ 38-yard line. Khawaja kicked a 26-yard field goal with 2:30 left in the quarter. Huron Heights regained the lead on the ensuing kickoff when Delroy Meyer rumbled 90 yards down the left sidelines. Millington kicked the convert for a 10-3 lead. Pickering tied the game 10-10 on a long drive that ate up more than five minutes. The offensive series covered nine plays and 65 yards, capped by a one-yard plunge by fullback Frank Aiello with 4:42 to go in the first half. With the Warriors threatening to score late in the quarter, the Picker- ing defence came up big. Huron Heights was stopped on a third- and-inches play on the Pickering 29-yard line. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 29 A/P SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND The Pickering Panthers host the Aurora Tigers in junior ‘A’ hockey at the Pickering Recreation Complex Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Thunderbirds player central figure in Ajax hockey assault By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — Steve Tamaridis is glad it’s over, happy to put a sad chap- ter of his hockey career behind him. But, that’s not to say he’s happy with the outcome. Ta maridis was one of the cen- tral figures in a high-profile court case brought about following an OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League game between the then-Ajax Axemen and the then- Thornhill Thunderbirds at the Ajax Community Centre on Dec. 5 of last year. The Thunderbirds’ forward checked Ajax forward Lucas La- belle into the boards, reportedly from behind, leaving him uncon- scious on the ice. After receiving a game misconduct for the hit, Ta maridis was escorted off the ice and subsequently hit with a cup of coffee by Jennifer Labelle, the mother of Lucas Labelle and wife of Ajax team owner and coach Larry Labelle. Jennifer Labelle was originally charged with assault and assault with a weapon. Her daughter, Be- linda, was also charged with as- sault and assault with a weapon. The case concluded a week ago with Jennifer Labelle found guilty of assault following a three-day trial in Oshawa. She was sen- tenced to 100 hours of community service. The assault with a weapon charge and all charges against her daughter were dropped. The sentence, says Tamaridis, was too light and won’t act as a deterrent. “I’m not necessarily happy, but what happened, happened,” says the 20-year-old, who was in the To ronto Thunderbirds’ lineup for a game against the Ajax Attack last Sunday. “I think there should have been severe consequences... She was only issued 100 hours of com- munity service, so (someone’s) not going to think twice the next time.” Ta maridis is in his second sea- son with the Thunderbirds, after being traded by Ajax last season. And, so far, the 6-foot-2, 200- pound forward has been having a solid season, leading the T-Birds in scoring with 23 goals and 18 as- sists in 26 games. Ta maridis was automatically suspended for four games for the hit on Labelle and received an extra two games by the league, something he thought was exces- sive at the time. “Because there was a lot of pub- licity and news about it the league just wanted to make it known. They made a point with me,” he says. Tamaridis unsatisfied with court case outcome Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Pickering High School Trojans’ Nick Pattas, left, and Paul Kent tackle Huron Heights Warriors’ Delroy Meyer in the Metro Bowl Championships at the Rogers Centre in Toronto last night. Meyer scored on a 90-yard kickoff return but it wasn’t enough as Pickering High rolled to the title. At last — Trojans claim Metro Bowl title A bowl game history DURHAM — Ajax and Pick- ering schools have made three previous appearances in high school football ‘bowl’ games. In those games, however, the local teams haven’t come out with a victory. Here is a rundown of the bowl appearances: • Nov. 26, 2004: Metro Bowl: St. Michael’s College Kerry Blues 22 vs. Pickering High Trojans 15. St. Michael’s built up a 22-0 lead and then held on through a furious Tro- jans’ comeback for the win. All the Pickering High scoring was done in the fourth quarter; • Dec. 3, 2001: Golden Horse- shoe Bowl: St. Andrew’s College Saints 35 vs. St. Mary Monarchs 21. The story of the game was St. Andrew’s MVP quarterback Michael Faulds, who aired it out to the tune of 300-plus passing yards and three touchdowns; and • Nov. 18, 1988: Metro Bowl: Central Tech Blues 16 vs. Pickering High School Trojans 10. 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The Panthers extended their string with a 5-4 victory over the Couchich- ing Terriers at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Wednesday night. Pickering got off to a roaring start, opening up a 4-0 lead early in the sec- ond period, but nearly gave it back as the Terriers scored three consecutive goals, two of them on the power play. Chris Jones scored one with 5:06 to go in the second to give the Panthers a two-goal cushion. Couchiching made it close in the third, scoring the only goal of the frame. Cory Battista, acquired from the Stouffville Spirit last week in a cash deal, scored his first goal as a Panther in only his second game with the team. The contest also featured another solid contribution by the forward line of AJ Ward, Justin Fox and Chris Jones, which accumulated six points as a group, with Ward adding another assist on the power play. Wednesday night’s victory came without three key performers. Among the walking wounded were Andrew Dissanayake, John Soames and Todd Hosmer. One other player, captain Ryan Annesley, was unavailable as he was in Yo rkton, Saskatchewan playing in the Canadian junior ‘A’ prospects game. The Panthers are in Toronto tonight (Friday) to play the St. Michael Buzzers. The Panthers beat the Buzzers handily, 9-2, in their last meeting in Toronto on Nov. 20. The Panthers are tied with the Buzzers and North York (all three teams with 38 points) for second place in the South Conference standings. The Pickering juniors are on home ice on Sunday when they play the Au- rora Tigers at the complex at 6:30 p.m. SCORING SUMMARY Couchiching at Panthers Period 1 Pickering - Tyler Melancon (Brett Con- nolly, Richard Schofield) 9:26 Pickering - Kevin Huinink (PP) (AJ Ward, Patrick Jobb) 18:49 Period 2 Pickering - Cory Battista (Brent Shearer, Tomek Budziakowski) 2:11 Pickering - Justin Fox (AJ Ward, Chris Jones) 3:03 Couchiching - Mackenzie Micks (Kevin MacLellan, KJ Ramolla) 3:45 Couchiching - Adam MacArthur (PP) (Daniel Minor, Kyle Searle) 6:54 Couchiching - Leiland Gauley (PP) (Kyle Searle, Nick Leslie) 13:42 Pickering - Chris Jones (AJ Ward, Justin Fox) 14:54 Period 3 Couchiching - KJ Ramolla (Kyle Searle, Kevin MacLellan) 1:23 Panthers’ unbeaten st reak at nine games Pickering Pan- thers’ Greg Riggs has Couchiching Terriers’ Grant Burke draped over his back while fighting for the puck in front of Terriers’ goalie Matt Milne during junior ‘A’ hockey action in Pickering Wednesday night. The Panthers pre- vailed 5-4. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 31 P Panthers bantams roll to London Thunder title Pickering ‘AE’ squad downs St. Catharines in final PICKERING — The Pick- ering Panthers’ bantam ‘AE’ rep hockey team caught lightning in a bottle en route to the championship at the London Thunder To urnament last weekend. The Panthers played six games at the 12-team tour- nament, winning five and tying one. Their biggest win, however, was 2-0 in the final against a similarly undefeated St. Catharines team. The final represent- ed the Panthers’ third game of the day, but they didn’t show any ill effects, leading 2-0 after the first period. St. Catharines peppered goal- tender Ryan Medeiros with numerous shots in the final two periods. Medeiros was named the final game’s most valuable player. Brennan Fox and Erich Sora scored, and Jake Mc- Norton and Joel Ackley earned assists. In the semifinals, the Panthers played anoth- er undefeated team in Markham, with Pickering winning 2-1 in overtime. Brennan Fox opened the scoring in the first pe- riod from McNorton and Ackley. The game stayed 1-0 until late in the third period when Markham scored on a tricky bounce. With a minute left in the extra frame Ryan Williams notched a goal, with help- ers from Mitch Tuffrey and Scott Cole. Goaltender Mi- chael Bowden played an- other solid game for the Panthers. The Panthers started the event against Brampton, winning 1-0 on a goal by Jaymee Young, set up by Tu ffrey. Bowden earned the shutout. Jonathan Teix- eira was named MVP. Game 2 against Wood- stock saw the Panthers jump out to a 3-0 first-pe- riod lead on goals by Wil- liams, Dylan Murray and Yo ung, with assists to Alex Morra, Tuffrey and Young. The Panthers added four second-period goals by Sora, Ryan Hoefs, Williams and Murray, with assists to Cole and Garret McGuire en route to a 7 -0 victory. Medeiros earned the shut- out. The Panthers met Georgetown in a must- win for Georgetown, The Panthers were again quick off the mark, leading 3-0 on first-period goals by Williams, Tuffrey and a booming shot from Joel Chisholm. Eric Fox and Brennan Fox drew assists. Georgetown bounced back to score four second-pe- riod goals, before Williams tied it up from Sora as the game ended 4-4. Heading into the elimi- nation round, the Panthers matched up against Wool- wich. The Panthers scored three goals in the second period, two by Young and another by Sora, with as- sists to McGuire, Morra, Tuffrey and Murray. Wil- liams added another goal late in the third to ice a 4-1 victory. 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WORK! Mon-Fri 8:30-9 • Sat 8-9 • Sun 9-6 The Pickering Panthers bantam ‘AE’ rep hockey team captured the championship banner at the London Thunder Tournament last weekend. The Panthers posted a 2-0 shutout victory over St. Catharines in the final to claim the title. PICKERING — The Pick- ering Panthers midget ‘A’ rep hockey team went wire to wire to capture the cham- pionship at the London Minor Hockey Association Thunder Tournament re- cently. The Panthers were un- beaten throughout their five tournament games. In the final against LaSalle, the Panthers prevailed by a 1-0 score in an exciting, hard- fought contest. After defeating West Mall 6-1 in the quarter-finals, the Panthers received an auto- matic bye into the final. The Pickering midgets started the tournament with a 5-5 tie with LaSalle. It was a come-from-behind effort for the Panthers, who trailed by a 5-1 count, but managed to score four unanswered goals to tie the contest. En route to the champi- onship, Pickering defeated St. Thomas 5–0 and Lorne Park 4–0 to complete its round-robin play. Te am members are Mat- thew Antonucci, James Bals- don, Robert Barron, Brian Darlow, Grant Ellis, Chad Gaudet, Daniel Glavin, Jor- dan Guarrasi, Kevin Helm, Patrick Holmes, Shawn Hut- ley, Bryan Knipe, Matthew McGeown, Justin Stephen- son, Devon Tannahill, Jamie We bster and Erik Zenaitis. Jim McGeown coaches the team, assisted by Chris Glavin, who’s also the team’s trainer. Jerry Webster is the manager. Midgets nip LaSalle for London crown A/P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 33 A/P WA REHOUSESaleSale • Fitness Equipment • Toys • Sporting Goods • Foosball THIS WEEKEND ONLY DECEMBER 10 & 11 400 MONARCH AVE. UNIT 9 AJAX 905-427-6475 CASH & CREIT CARDS ONLY BAYLY ST.WESTNEY RD.MONARCHHARWOOD400 Monarch Unit 9 HWY 401 UP TO OFF 70% UP TO OFF 70% Don’t miss this one!! By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Two Annandale rinks have Brier dreams when they step on the ice for the zone playdowns in Uxbridge this weekend. Jason March and Gord Norton will attempt to earn the right to rep- resent Ontario at the Tim Hortons Brier in Regina next March. Fifteen teams are competing in the double-knockout men’s zone event that sends two winning teams to Bancroft for the Regional Kia Cup playdown in January. March will skip a team of Blair Metrakos, Graham Hill and Dave Kovacs. Meanwhile, Norton will skip his team of Warren Leslie, Alex Bianchi and Ron Alexander. ••• The Ontario Curling Associa- tion (OCA) office in Pickering an- nounced regretfully that OCA Presi- dent Art Kavanaugh passed away on Friday, Nov. 25 playing the sport he loved. He had a heart attack while curling at the Peterborough Curling Club. ••• As of Thursday morning, the Glenn Howard rink -- with Picker- ing’s Richard Hart playing vice -- was still in playoff contention with a 3-4 record in the first seven draws at the Olympic Trials in Halifax. In its latest draw Wednesday, the Howard rink lost to the Jeff Stough- ton rink of Manitoba 9-6. The Howard rink faces the John Morris rink of Alberta and the Pat Ryan rink of B.C. to finish round- robin play on Thursday, with the results unavailable at press time. The top three men’s rinks ad- vance to the playoffs today (Friday), with the gold-medal final on Sun- day. The winner will represent Canada at the 2006 Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy from Feb. 10 to 26. Also part of the Howard four- some are second Brent Laing and lead Craig Savill. To r ino represents the third time curling has been a full-medal sport. Hart won the silver medal for Cana- da with the Mike Harris rink at the 1998 Games in Nagano, Japan. ••• Annandale’s bantam curlers have a zone playdown approach- ing. The OCA bantam girls’ and bantam boys’ competition is at the Dalewood Golf and Curling Club, near Port Hope, from Jan. 14 to 18. Annandale presently has teams preparing to play, skipped by Jaclyn Stephenson, Lesley Pyne and Mi- chael Bryson. March, Norton rinks take first Brier steps at zone event in Uxbridge 905 WHITBY CAMPUS 668-4211 1818 Hopkins Street 1-866-966-0626 SUDBURY NORTH BAY SAULT STE MARIE TIMMINS BARRIE OWEN SOUND OTTAWA PEMBROKE CORNWALL BELLEVILLE KINGSTON PETERBOROUGH OSHAWA/WHITBY SARNIA CHATHAM WINDSOR KITCHENER LONDON JOB FAIR Holiday Inn 1001 Bloor St. Oshawa, ON Monday, December 12, 2005 10.0 am to 4.0 pm ProHome Health Services is a leading provider of community nursing and personal home support. We possess state of the art systems coupled with high standards of client care. Our employees are the source of our reputation and vitality. We have immediate opportunities for Personal Support Workers in our Home Support Program in Durham County. ProHome Health Services has full time and part time hours available for Personal Support Workers in the Oshawa, Bowmanville and Clarington areas as well as the northern area of Durham County. If you are a PSW or are currently completing PSW training come to the Holiday Inn to explore an exciting and rewarding career in in-home health care. If you desire to work one on one with clients in their homes; are available to work alternate weekends, days, evenings and nights we would like to see you on December 12 at the Holiday Inn, Bloor Street, Oshawa. Call 1 888 227-3085 for further information. Qualified individuals interested in joining our team should forward a resume and covering letter to: Human Resources, ProHome Health Services, 700 Clonsilla Ave, Ste 201, Peterborough, ON K9J 5Y3 Fax: (705) 742-6277 or email: hr@prohome.ca Visit us at: www.prohome.ca CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES OF DURHAM Celebrating 25 years of excellence in service to families and individuals in the Durham Region COME JOIN OUR TEAM OF HIGHLY EXPERIENCED COUNSELLORS! 1.Bilingual (English/French) MSW or equivalent to provide individual and group counselling services to abused women and children exposed to violence.Location: Oshawa/Ajax 2.Bilingual (English/French) Counsellor to provide assistance to women in transition from abusive relationships. Community College diploma in social services or equivalent education and experience.Location: Oshawa/Ajax 3.Counsellor to provide assistance to women in transition from abusive relationships. Community College diploma in social services or equivalent.Location: Uxbridge Contact: Mary Wells, RSW, Executive Director Catholic Family Services of Durham 115 Simcoe Street South, 2nd floor Oshawa, Ontario. L1H 4G7 Tel. 905-725-3513 ext 14 Email: m.wells@cfsdurham.com Looking for a more Challenging, rewarding career? One that makes use of your talents…. Rewards your efforts? Bennett's Home Furnishings of Pickering is growing and we are looking for the right people to grow along with us. Moving into the world of Furniture sales may be just the right niche for you. You are assertive, dedicated, and have strong interpersonal skills. You want those skills to be used in a creative and strong company devoted to their customers and their employees. You are able to work retail hours and have strong business and retail background. Compensation ranges from $35,000 to $60,000 per year plus health and dental plan. Send or drop resume to Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1099 Kingston Rd., Pickering, L1V 1B5, Fax 905-420-3247. No phone calls please. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted AZ, DZ Drivers We are an expanding Environmental Waste Management Company in Pickering looking for a safe, reliable drivers with a valid AZ or DZ license, a clean abstract, a clean CVOR, a positive attitude, excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to do heavy lifting. Vacuum truck experience preferred but will train Fax: 905-428-6007, email: humanresources@dlenv.com J O B FA I R J O B FA I R JOB FAIR Dec. 13th & 14th 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Iroquois Park Sports Centre 500 Victoria West, Whitby Whitney Room “Please bring your resume” Canadian Tire Whitby North is expanding HIRING ALL POSITIONS!!! CAREER FAIR WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14TH A CAREER WITH A WORLD LEADER WAITS FOR YOU!!! We are not only the largest Convenience Store chain in the world, We are also the fastest growing! We are looking for individuals seeking a dynamic, reward career in Retail Management We offer an excellent training program, competi- tive salary bonus incentives, great benefits (Medi- cal, Dental, Sick Pay, etc.) flexible hours, and the opportunity to manage a million dollar plus busi- ness. If you have proven Retail/Hospitality Industry Management experience, strong communication and people skills along with an unwavering com- mitment to customer service, bring your skills to our successful team. We invite you to attend our Career Fair Wednesday, December 14th, 2005 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at McLean Community Centre 95 Magill Drive (Westney Road and Magill) Learn what we have to offer and take that first step to a new career!! METER READERS Full & Part Time positions available in METRO TORONTO Reliable vehicle & valid driver's permit required Please send Resume to: Box # 6839 Mirror and Guardian Newspapers 100 Tempo Ave. M2H 3S5 Only Those chosen for interviews will be notified. Please include availability (Days, Eve's, Sat's) G4S Security Services (Canada) Ltd Looking For 3 FULL TIME MOBILE OFFICERS We are looking for highly motivated, mature individuals, with good communication skills, to join our growing team in Durham Region. Must Have: •Grade 12 or Equivalent •Clean Driver Abstract •Ability to work flexible rotation •Must qualify for insurance standards. Apply in person from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Mon - Fri. or fax resume to Peter @ (905) 579-8028 214 King Street E., 2nd Floor, Oshawa All new applications must complete and pass pre-screen test. Metroland Durham Region Media Group OUTBOUND TELESALES REPRESENTATIVE Permanent Part Time The Advertising Department of the Port Perry Star has an immediate opening for a permanent part time telesales representative.This position reports directly the Advertising Sales Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: .Sell advertising over the telephone to new and existing customers .Seek out new opportunities to sell advertising to underdeveloped customers or those in underdeveloped business categories. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL: .Have exceptional organizational skills .Be able to work on a variety of projects simultaneously .Have excellent oral and written communication skills .Have the ability to co-ordinate sustained features .Be enthusiastic, energetic, creative, and maintain a client-focus .Be achievement oriented and goal inspired .Have basic/intermediate level computer skills Applicants should possess previous sales experience. Those interested, should apply in writing , including resume with references, to: The Port Perry Star 180 Mary Street, Unit 11, Port Perry, ON L9L 1C4 Attn: Deb McEachern, Advertising Manager Fax: 905-985-4160 Email: dmceachern@durhamregion.com Only those selected for interview will be contacted. PRODUCT DEMONSTRATORS PA RT TIME Seeking reliable, enthusiastic people to provide samples of artisan bread to customers in a retail setting. CAR REQ’D. Part time hours. $10.00/hr (+mileage reimbursement program.) Excellent customer service skills required. Submit resume to: hr@acebakery.com or fax to 416-241-1330 SECURITY OFFICERS $11/ hour Paragon Protection Ltd is now accepting applications for an immediate, full time security position in the Whites Road/Hwy 401area of Pickering. All applications will be considered, however priority will be given to those applicants with previous security or related experience.The ability to work night shifts and excellent written and verbal communication skills are also required. We offer pay rates that exceed the industry standard, a benefit plan and free training. Please fax your resume to 416-498-9694 or email to humanresources@pplguard.com DURHAM COLLEGE Fast Track Tr aining - Receive training from the #1 rated College in the GTA. Choose from Computer Desktop Support & Networking, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Disc Jockey, Film Production Assistant, and Warehouse Management. There are jobs in these fields if you are trained. For more info. call Colin @ 905-721-3336. BROOKFIELD HOMES is looking for a Junior Estimator. Candidate should be a hard-working individu- al, self-starter, detail-oriented with analytical skills. Must have certification or diploma as construction estimator, blueprint reading and advance working knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word. Those qualified and inter- ested please fax your resume to 905-477-9001 or email to: careers@brookfieldhomes.ca DRIVERS Needed Immediately to deliver Flyers & Newspapers in the Ajax area. Must have van. Paid cash bi-weekly. Serious inquiries only! Call 905-619-9954. INSERTERS NEEDED! For Ajax warehouse. Serious calls only. Please call 905-619-9954. $27.00/HR!! - Part time credit card processors needed im- mediately. No exp. required. www.globalcreditexpress.com APPLY TODAY,start tomorrow! Distribution company seeks to fill 12 openings by Friday. Customer Service and Sales. Will train. Call Sara (905) 837-9200. COMMERCIAL CLEANERS needed in Durham region. Nights & weekends. $11-$12/hour (905)683-0551 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. CLEANERS WANTED - hourly or contract. Must have experience in fire and smoke restoration. Fax re- sume to 905 728-3179. 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. 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 ARAMARK CANADA LTD,a leader in the food service industry is looking for part-time general help to work in our high school caf- eterias. We are currently looking to fill two positions, one at Father Leo Austin Catholic School and the other at Holy Trinity Catholic School in Courtice. Both these po- sitions offer 3-5 hrs of work per day, five days a week. We are ALSO looking for part-time work- ers in the Durham Region. The successful candidates must com- plete and pass a police back- ground check. Please send re- sume to: Sharon Weatherbee, R.R. #2 Fenelon Falls, Ont. KOM 1NO BROOKLIN KENNEL seeking per- manent part-time help. Days, evenings, weekends and all holi- days. Experience with animals in a positive environment required. Call (905)655-4721. CUSTOMER SERVICE oriented people w/vehicle required for early morning delivery of Toronto Star newspaper in Oshawa, Port Perry, Uxbridge, Bowmanville. 7 days/week. (905)438-1170 10am.- 3pm. EARN INSTANT cash for Xmas. $20/ hour average. Registration positions available immediately. 416-640-2105; 866-940-0970 davidh@telgaservices.com EXCITING International home based business opportunity. For local interview 905-982-1313. FRENCH INSTRUCTOR (P/T) needed to teach business people in Ajax. Please send your resume and covering letter to courses@lin- guaservice.ca or fax them to (416) 240-9124. GENERAL LABOURER required 20-40 hours/week (must be over 25yrs). Cleaning appliances, and some delivery assistance. Heavy lifting required. Apply in person with resume and driver's abstract, 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. Former applicants need not apply. 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! HEAVY DUTY PARTS distributor looking for driver with clean abstract for evening shift, Mon-Fri, and be able to do heavy lifting. $10/hr. Fax resume to 905-571- 5436. 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 ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr. avg. Full Time We Train Yo u!! 905.435.0518 SAFE + SOUND Manufacturing Inc., manufactures of safety gar- ments in Bowmanville, need sew- ing contractors. experienced gar- ment sewers need to have their own industrial single needle and serger as well as the ability to pick- up and deliver their work. please call (905)697-9734 or fax resume (905)697-0189 SIDING AND TROUGH CREWS with experience. Year round work. Call 416-438-4344. 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. TEAM LEADER/SUPERVISOR. Must be experienced in training, motivating, and scheduling, 25+ CSR's in a 24 hour inbound Call Centre located in Oshawa. Email: oshawacallcentre@hotmail.com TELEMARKETERS,Pickering. Warm calls business to business. Mature experienced person pre- ferred. Full-time Monday - Friday Hourly plus bonus. Email resume to: home@referlinx.com or call 905-839-1459 TODDLER ECE REQUIRED immediately for day care in Port Perry area. Must have ECE Diploma. Please contact Michelle at 905-985-8783 or uticadaycare@powergate.ca URGENT - HOUSE CLEANERS needed for fast-growing company. Pe rmanent position. Room for ad- vancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242 WELL-ESTABLISHED small Pick- ering company looking for individu- al for light shipping/receiving. In- cluding stocking/filling duties. $10.00/hour to start. Start immedi- ately. Fax resume to: 905-831- 6865. References required. Only individuals of interest will be con- tacted. E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 9, 2005 www.durhamregion.com SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Commercial HVAC Part Time / Contract Position. A Pickering Engineering Co. has an immediate opening for a qualified person to service and install its HVAC products Please email: rupke5010@rogers.com FRAMING CARPENTERS & CARPENTER HELPERS Required for construction company working in the Durham Region. Experience is an asset. Fax resume to: 905-655-9138 Howard Marten Co. Ltd. , a leader for over 50 years in the industrial equipment has an immediate opening for Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable person. The successful candidate must possess the following: A minimum of 2 years AR/AP experience ✓Excellent communication skills both verbal/written - interaction requires persistence, persuasion, tact and dispute resolution skills. ✓Strong PC skills ✓We ll organized with good time management skills. To apply for this position please e-mail your resume to marionc@howardmarten.com or FAX to the attention of Accounting Manager, at 905-831-9369. HUMPTY DUMPTY SNACK FOODS We are a progressive and growing Canadian Snack Food Company, manufacturing and marketing Humpty Dumpty potato chips and snacks. We are currently recruiting for FULL- TIME ROUTE SALES positions in the PICKERING area (may include weekends). These positions require results-oriented individuals that are reliable, ethical, personable, and able to work with minimum supervision. The ideal candidates will have a passion for customer service, while building sales and market share through current and new accounts. Previous route sales experience in bread, milk and confectionery would be an asset. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a standard vehicle. Please fax resume (include e-mail address, if possible) by December 16th to 519-893-3170 Attn: DSM ProHome® HEALTH SERVICES Home Support Supervisor Two (2) Full Time ProHome Health Services is a leading provider of community nursing and personal home support. We are seeking two Home Support Supervisors for the Durham Region. We possess state of the art systems coupled with high standards of client care. Our employees are the source of our reputation and vitality. Responsible for supervision of non- regulated staff and management of client satisfaction through in-home visitation in the Durham North and Oshawa/Pickering areas. Establish or assist in establishment of plans of care for clients and assist internal staff in scheduling and coordination of client services. •Registered Nurse in good standing with College of Nurses •Two years supervisory experience of unregulated staff preferred •Understanding of in-home health care issues and familiarity with Long Term Care legislation •Must possess basic computer skills •Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle Qualified individuals interested in joining our team should forward a resume and covering letter to: Human Resources, ProHome Health Services, 700 Clonsilla Ave. Suite 201, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 5Y3 Fax: 705-742-6277 or email: hr@prohome.ca Visit us at www.prohome.ca 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 Private Duty RNs and RPNs (Rehab and Treach experience) Client Service Co-ordinators (Nursing agency experience) Call: 1-877-305-9551 ext. 7 Fax: (905) 477-1956 PICKERING OPEN HOUSE! This beautifully landscaped home in West Pickering, Rouge Valley neighbourhood. Steps to school and park. Home features: upgraded ceramic tiles, walk-out to custom built deck from kitchen & family room. Stone colonnade driveway & many more features... Time:Sunday, December 11 at 1pm-5pm Address:1808 Westcreek Drive Pickering, Ontario MLS#:E762387 Contact:416-324-2822 Homelife Bayview Realty Inc. 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 WORK FROM HOME! Looking for mature individuals with internet ac- cess and the desire to earn an ex- cellent monthly income. Call 905- 655-0196. CARPET INSTALLERS required for new housing. Must have own tools and van. Also part time car- pet repair person needed. Call (905) 940-9511. DETAILER REQUIRED for busy Whitby shop. Must be team oriented! Experience necessary. Full-time positions. Do not apply without a valid driver's licence. Phone 905-430-1604 leave mes- sage. EXPERIENCED LABOURERS for bricklayers must have own trans- portation. Work Oshawa & Toron- to. Phone Gary (905)725-7370 af- ter 6:30pm. FULL-TIME APPLIANCE service technician required. Must have current ODP card. Experienced preferred, gas licence preferred. Call 905-428-3326 or fax resume: 905-428-3461 G2 - GAS-FITTER w/OBT2-Oil- Burner-Mechanic. Mail resume: Box L433, c/o Kawartha-Lakes- This-Week, 96 Albert St. S., Lind- say, ON K9V-3H7. 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. MECHANIC / APPRENTICE - required immediately and/or equiv- alent mechanical knowledge for small car lot. Must have drivers li- cense with clean abstract, safe- ty standard knowledge, ability to use hand held scanner and ability to do various small repairs. Apply: Diamond Auto Sales, 221 Westney Rd. S. Ajax REPLACEMENT WINDOW & Door Crews. Minimum 10 years experience. Own transportation, tools & brake. Good rates. Full/Part-time. Call 905-433-7695 ROOFING SERVICE TECH. Flat roofing Service Crew Foremen and Assistants required, benefits, year round work, weekly pay, top wages in Durham, skill test required. Vehicle and tools provid- ed. Foran's Roofing, Whitby. Call 1-800-261-8323. 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. 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. PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST re- quired for Busy Real Estate Office Experience wanted. Evenings & weekends. 2 locations, Ajax & Pickering. Fax resume to: 905- 683-8888 or e-mail: kira@royallep- age.ca. HOSTESS/SALES ASSISTANT required for reputable new home builder in Bowmanville. Please fax resume to Ann at 905-697-3078 or phone 905-697-9100 EXPERIENCED DENTAL Recep- tionist. Including nights and Satur- days a must. 30 hours a week. Call Carol 905-683-1391. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST,part- time for busy rehab clinic in Ajax. Extended health billing required. Some evenings. Fax resume to: 905-426-2731 RMT POSITION available full time or part time in multi disciplinary clinic in Ajax and Scarborough. Please fax resume 905-686-5830 or email: a235rc@yahoo.ca 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. COOKS REQUIRED IMMEDIATE- LY .Fax resume to 905-426-7607. Also, applicants may come in per- son to The Edge Lounge, 250 Bay- ly St.W. EXPERIENCED COOKS re- quired for South Ajax location, days only. Call 416-823-9766 for appointment. 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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 GIC-ALTERNATIVE receive monthly income from pool of Onta- rio Mortgages: currently earn more than 12% 1-877-666-3936 ARE YOU ON THE INTERNET. Wanted: business entrepreneur to work from home. Click on to www.claimyourdream.theonline business.com 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 RESTAURANT FOR SALE OR LEASE,Caesar's Takeout, 10 km. east of Port Perry. Vendor take back available. 905-442-0086, ask for David. START YOUR OWN Jewellery/Sunglass business, our products sell any where. Earn extra cash Winter and Summer, Sales reps with existing client base welcome. www.acorndistribution.com TURF Logic 100% Natural Lawn Care High-Tech, Low Investments 705-812-0585, info@turflogic.ca VENDING ROUTE for sale, 4 Snack and 4 Pop Machines, PT, in Durham and area. Please call (905)718-7445 after 5pm and weekends. $$$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 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 (1) Renovated Simcoe/Mill 2-bed- room, balcony, parking, laundry $795, 905-434-2858; Renovated 1 bedroom $715, 2-bed. $825. Sim- coe/Bloor Oshawa. 1-800-486- 9826; Laundry, parking, Avail- able immediately. (3) OSHAWA 3 & 2, bedrooms, and Bowmanville 2-bedroom, rent inclusive, laundry, separate en- trance, fenced backyard, parking, convenient locations, hardwood, gas fireplace, available immediate- ly. (416)892-8864 1 & 2-BEDROOM apts. in 6-plex, includes water, heat, parking and storage. $685 & $855. No pets. Phone (905)430-7567 after 6pm. 1 & 2-BEDROOM APTS., Oshawa, new fridge, coin laundry. 2-bedroom w/balcony $825/mo in- clusive; 1-bedroom, includes cable $725/mo inclusive. Avail. Jan 1st. Call (905)924-6075. 1-BDRM above ground basement apt. Laundry, very clean, parking, separate entrance. $750/mo in- clusive. Avail. immediately. No pets. Oshawa. (905)999-9115 1-BDRM, OSHAWA,newly reno- vated triplex. Main floor w/large deck, $725/mo+ hydro. New appli- ances, parking, large yard. Avail. immediately. No pets. (905)435- 6675 1-BEDROOM APARTMENTS, very clean quiet family bldg., parking, available immediately. Simcoe/Rossland area. $750. First/last. No dogs. (905)435-0551 1-BEDROOM apt., private home, North Oshawa, Quiet, separate en- trance, newer carpets/flooring, laundry, c/air, parking, satellite, storage, patio and yard. $725/in- clusive, first/last. Available immedi- ately. (905)626-8000 1-BEDROOM basement, newly renovated, FAG heat, central air, fridge/stove, washer/dryer, park- ing, $700/month+ hydro. Oshawa, south of Bloor. Available immedi- ately. (905)442-6756 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. BACHELOR APT.- all brand new. $650 inclusive. Parking, downtown Oshawa. Available immediately. 905-922-7015. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 9, 2005, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 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.) 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December 14th, 2005 1:00 pm. and 7:00 p.m. Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Road Ajax, ON Pour recevoir ce document en francais, veuillez communiquerAvec Jocelyne Boutin au (705) 946-6991 & & & Come Worship WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 15 27 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us ! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 15 43 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME P i c ke rin g C h i ne se Ba p t i st Chu rc h 2 1 4 5 B r o c k R d N . 9 0 5-68 6 -6 3 11 Sunday Worship – 10 a.m. (Chin. & Eng.) 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David Chan Christmas Worship Pages will publish Dec. 16 and Dec. 21 To Advertise your Church Service or Special Events Contact: Janice Samoyloff at 905-683-0707 or Fax: 905-579-4218 or Email: jsam@durhamregion.com S u n da y, D e c e m b e r 11 6:00 PM PPC’s Choir presents: S H I N E O N U S S u n d a y, D e c e m b e r 1 8 6:00 PM PPC’s Children’s Ministries presents the Christmas Musical Drama C H R I S T M A S I N R E V E R S E S a tu r d ay, D e c e m b e r 2 4 7:00 PM Ch ri s tmas Ev e Cand lelig ht C om m un i on Se r vice C h r is t m a s S un d a y, De c e m b e r 2 5 11:00 AM Ne w Ye a r ’s E v e S e r v ic e 10:00 PM to 12:15 AM (Jan 1) N e w Ye a r ’s D ay S er v i c e 11:00 AM You w il l a l wa y s b e w el co m e a t P P C “a safe place for people—on their way back to God” C HRISTMAS & N EW Y EARS C ELEBRATIONS a t T h e G a t h e r i n g P l a c e 192 0 Bayly Stre et, P ic ker in g, O N (the meeting place for Pickering Pentecostal Church) ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ 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. $799.00 per month. Call (905)579-7649 for an appoint- ment. 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. 2-BEDROOM IN DUPLEX CLOSE TO UOIT quiet street newly reno- vated $950 all inclusive Avail. Jan 1st first/last req'd prefer no pets & non-smoking 905-579-1992 A PLACE TO CALL HOME! Enjoy the private backyard and quiet street. Main floor of house, 2 bedrooms plus spacious living- room, separate dining room. You'll love the big, bright kitchen. This home is upgraded throughout. Central Oshawa location. Only $850+ utilities. Available Jan 1st. Call 905-448-2756. ADELAIDE/PARK,bright 2 bed- room with balcony in 6-plex, park- ing, laundry facilities. $840/mo in- clusive. Available immediate- ly/Jan. 1st. First/last. No dogs. (905)576-1248, (905)213-3980. AJAX - 1 bedroom basement apartment, laundry, A/C, parking, cable. No pets/smoking, $725/mo. inclusive, first/last. Available Jan. 1st. Call 416-566-1605 or 905- 427-2802. 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 NEWLY RENOVATED walkout one bedroom basement, large backyard, close to school, Hwy 2 , 401. Go station, mall, all utitites, laundry incl. lst/lst, immedi- ate, $850., (905) 428-8449. AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY 2 North 3-bedroom basement, spacious, separate entrnace, 1 car parking, $950 incl. first/last, Jan 1st. No smoking/pets. Near school & all amenities. 416-562-7524 AJAX- Westney/Hwy. 2. 1-bed- room basement. Spacious, separ- ate entrance, cable, hardwood, one car parking, $800/inclusive first/last. Available Jan. 1st. No smoking/pets. (905)428-1255 BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - Near No Frills/401. TWO - 2- bedrooms, $745 + hydro($50/mo), available now. Immaculate, 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 NORTH - im- maculate, spacious 2 bedroom upper apt. in Tyrone village. Large bright rooms, private exterior door, & laundry facilities, adult lifestyle 4 plex, suit quiet non smokers/no dogs, $725 plus heat and hy- dro.(905) 576-3830 BRAND NEW large bright one bedroom apt. Harmony/Bloor. Sep. drive & entrance. Very private, laminate floors, air, bus stop, laun- dry, utilities included. Non-smok- er/pets. $750. Immediately. (905)243-3950 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 CLEAN AND SPACIOUS one, two and three bedroom apartments for rent in Oshawa. All inclusive rent, centrally located and close to amenities. Call 416-722-4709. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. 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. LUXURY 3 BEDROOM apartment in Oshawa. 2 appliances, air, 2 full baths, utilities extra. $950 per mo. Available immediately. Call (905) 725-9991. 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 OF PORT PERRY, pri- vate apartment in farm house, 2 bedroom, $800 plus utilities, avail- able now. First/last. (905)655- 3393 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. NORTH OSHAWA,1-bedroom for rent $720/monthly, includes util- ities, fridge, stove, parking, 905- 579-9777. NORTH OSHAWA,spacious one bedroom basement apartment, modern finish, washer, dryer, sep- arate entrance, one parking, quiet residential area, $700 inclusive. credit check. (905) 576-3830. NORTHEAST OSHAWA, one of the most sought after areas, lower level of bungalow. 2 bedrooms, 10ft ceilings, large kitchen with walkout to greenbelt, laundry facil- ities, all utilities included. Credit check required. Available Jan. 1st $1050.. Call 905-576-1910. ONE BEDROOM APT.in clean quiet 5-plex near Durham College. Appliances & laundry facilities available. $710/mo. incl. No pets, bus at door. Available January 1st. 905-725-8670. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. $600/first/last. Laundry available. Near amenities. Wentworth/Sim- coe S. area. Now available. (905)571-6806 ONE BEDROOM,near Thornton and Rossland, separate entrance and walkout to 123 x 12 deck, backs onto greenbelt, includes util- ities, fireplace, air, one parking. No laundry, pets, smoking. $800 lst/last. (905) 723-7980 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2-Bdrms - Jan. 1 st 3-Bdrms avail. immediately /Jan 1st 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 - LOFT,a/c, separate entrance, parking. Woman & baby friendly. $750/mo+. (negotiable). Avail. immediately. Call (416)781- 6565 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 1-BEDROOM base- ment pat., Olive/Ritson, available immediately, separate entrance, separate parking, big windows, lots of light, freshly painted, suit single/quiet couple. No smok- ing/pets. $600+ utilities. (905)436- 1923 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 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 triplex newer building, private, clean, 2 large bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, wood/ceramic floors, air, storage, parking. Laundry facilities, no pets/smoking. $950 + hydro. (905)839-3939, 416-720- 1353 OSHAWA, NORTH END,1 & 2- bedroom apts., quiet area, 1-bed- rooms, $695/inclusive, $700+hydro & $795/inclusive; 2-bedroom $975 inclusive. Available immediately. No pets. First/last. (905)424-5083 OSHAWA, BRAND NEW 1-bdrm apt. in triplex, second floor. Park- ing, $675/mo inclusive. No pets. First/last. Avail. immediately. Call (416)417-1791 or (905)914-1172 OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms freshly painted, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus hydro, available Jan.. Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA, PARK RD/401,large bright 1-bedroom apt., with large eat-in kitchen, includes fridge, stove, utilities, parking, close to bus/Go. $700/month, Immediate (905)576-8381 PICKERING - GO STATION. 3-bdrm, 5 appliances. Walkout to deck and fenced-in yard from master bedroom. $1175+. Available anytime. Furnished op- tional. 905-228-0886 Must leave message. PICKERING / 401,furnished, TV/cable, parking, share facilities, clean, quiet home. Close to amen- ities. Non smoking/pets, $400. Suitable for quiet working lady. Jan. lst. (905) 427-7073 or (416)738-5150. PICKERING Beautiful 1 bedroom basement, totally renovated, 4 pce. bathroom, custom kitchen, hardwood floors. $800/all inclu- sive. Please call Patrick Williams, 416-859-7653. Coldwell Banker Case. 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. $900 all inclusive. Avail- able Feb. 1st. 416-356-1858 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,South Bay Ridges. 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt. Private en- trance, parking, no laundry. $750/month includes utilities, cable & internet. Suit single female. Call (905)839-9357 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/401 and Brock Rd. 2 bedroom basement apt. separate entrance. $825 mo. Close to all amenities. No pets/no smoking. Available immediately. lst/last (905) 686-8522. PORT PERRY,Quiet, well kept large deluxe 3 bedroom apart- ments in low-rise, walk to Lake Scugog. Parking and laundry. No pets. Rent+utilities first/last. Call Norman 905-985-3406. SHORT TERM or LONG TERM rentals. Bright clean 3-bdrms in Oshawa. Close to all amenities. 2 minutes to 401. Cable, internet, parking, laundry. ALSO 1-bdrm $650/mo inclusive and Rooms available. Angie 905-433-2188. SIMCOE/ADELAIDE,Beautiful 1- bedroom large apt. Bright, newly renovated $700/inclusive; pot lights throughout, air, laundry, parking, non-smoker/no pets. Near Durham College/University, walk to hospital. (416)568-3965 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. SOUTH WHITBY.1 bedroom apartment, near waterfront. $680 first/ last. No pets. Quiet building. Available January 1st, 2006. Please call 905-666-2320. UXBRIDGE NEW!To wnhouse / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 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, house for rent $950/month. Whitby basement apartment, $695/mo. Oshawa, house for rent, $850/month. Call 24 hr. a day 1-800-298-3011. WHITBY-2 bedroom suites $840 to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITES/FINCH,2-bedroom bsmt, very clean with w/o, full kitchen, parking, separate entrance. No pets. Available immediately. $900/m includes Hydro. (905)421- 8865 or (647)284-3273. NEED ONE BEDROOM APT.in Oshawa, $500/inclusive with park- ing. Call 905-579-2284 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. Call Ken Collis, Top Agent with Coldwell Banker 2M Realty, Assoc. Brkr, (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576-5200, email: kencollis@sympatico.ca 3+1 BEDROOM SEMI, Close to Oshawa Shopping Centre/Civ- ic/Schools. 4 appliances. $1200+ utilities. First/last. No pets. Avail- able anytime. 905-579-7581, 905- 728-1612. 3-BDRM main floor bungalow, close to Oshawa Centre, $1200/mo inclusive. Also 3+1 bdrm house, North Oshawa, gar- age, fenced yard, great family ar- ea. $1250/mo + utilities. (905)743- 0633 4-BEDROOM FARM HOUSE in Sunderland, 2 car garage, $1200/month plus utilities first/last. Available Dec 1st. (905)655-3393 4-BEDROOM HOUSE in Canning- ton, 2-Car Garage, Concession 11, 3-Miles West of Hwy 12, $1200/mo + utilities. (705) 328-4911. 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 bedroom town homes, fenced in backyard, private garage & driveway, carpeted, family room, appliance and ceramic floors. Also available 2 bedroom apart- ments(s). www.realstar.ca 416- 292-0118 A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. Up to $15,000 cash back to you! Require $35,000 + up family income and reasonable credit. No down payment required. Why Rent! Call Bill Roka, 25 years as top sales rep with world's lead- ing realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX WESTNEY/TAUNTON 4 bedroom $1250/month plus utilities. Non-smoking References required First/last month's rent Phone Ray 905-686-7913 AJAX - Spacious 5-bedroom ex- ecutive home, very quiet neigh- bourhood. Westney South, near lake. Backing onto Greenbelt. double garage. Jan. 1st. $1700+ Please call Zally/Najir: 416-315- 6113 or 905-827-6027. AJAX, 1950SQ.FT.3-bedroom, 3 baths, huge familyroom w/fire- place, main floor laundry, private sundeck, central air, double drive, no smokers or pets. $1275/month- ly plus, Immediate. Call June (416)948-0533. AJAX/PICKERING VILLAGE -3 bdrm. bungalow. Finished bsmnt., 2 baths, fireplace, 3 appliances, garage. First/last. $1300/mo.+ util. Available now. Call 416-277-1885. AVAILABLE JAN. 1ST.4 bed- room semi in north end Oshawa. $1200 + utilities. Appliances in- cluded. Call 905-925-8519. BROOKLIN,quaint bungalow in Olde Brooklin w/walk-out bsmt, 3- bdrms, den, oak kitchen, fin. re- croom, 2 bathrooms, 5 appliances, $1350/mo+ utilities. Avail. January 1st. (905)259-2020 CENTRAL WHITBY, main floor of large 3 bedroom bungalow. Walk to GO. Freshly painted, new kitchen. $1300/inclusive. Avail- able immediately. Call Nick (905)718-6401 DUPLEX in Oshawa. Clean, spa- cious, 2 bedroom, laundry, parking for 2 cars, utilities included. $890/month. Phone 905-420-0514 or cell 289-314-2566. NEWCASTLE,waterfront, 4 bed- room, close to 401, available Jan. lst. with appliances, $l,300 plus utilities. Call (647)404-6449 or (416) 559-0475. NW OSHAWA home, 3 generous bedrooms. Spacious deck. 1477sq.ft. Garage/laundry, $1400/month + utilities. Available immediately. Call Mary Anne Mur- phy at Royal LePage Frank (905)666-1333 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,Liverpool & Finch 3 bdrm. townhome with finished basement, 5 appliances, w/o to fenced yard. immediate posses- sion . Sherry Hoover 905-831- 3300. PORT PERRY newly renovated, two storey, 2 bedroom, family room fireplace, large kitchen, built- in appliances, laundry facilities, fenced yard. $1,100/all inclusive, available January 1/06. (905)449- 9449, (705)786-7794. 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 UXBRIDGE-RELAX in a simple immaculate 2 bedroom detached, mature trees, large lot, classic neighbourhood. Close to schools, transit and downtown. Will not last. $1,200.+ no smoking, Jan. 1. Rob: 416-629-6158 WHITBY 3-bedroom house, large lot, walk to Go train. $1400 includ- ed utilities. First/last, References. Available immediately.. 905-668- 5085 WHITBY 47 Dorvis Dr. 3 bed- rooms, 1-1/2 baths near school, shopping, GM & 401. Fenced yard, all appliances. Avail Jan 1. $1100/mo+utilities. First/Last. No pets. (905)728-9783. 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, N.E.,3-BDRM brick home, 3 bathrooms, 1-year old. $1300/mo+ utilities. Credit check, references, first/last. Avail Feb. 1st. Call Ray 416-823-4930 WHITBY- TAUNTON/BROCK ST. BRAND new 4-bedroom detached. 5 new appliances, attached gar- age, storage, 3-1/2 baths, jacuzzi tub, finished basement with 4 pc. bath, fenced yard, no smoking, Whole house. $1,450+ Avail Jan. 1st. (416)688-7898 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, renovated $1050 + utilities. First/last. Memory Lane Liver- pool/Finch. Available immediately. (416)724-0404 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. WHITBY, GARDEN/BURNS,spa- cious multi-level 3-bedroom, 2.5 baths, finished walkout basement, fenced yard, laundry, garage, no pets. Available Feb 1st. $1250 plus utilities. Phone Karen (905)576-1685 WILLOW PARK CO-OP at Taunton and Harmony Rds. has 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes avail- able immediately from $964. incl. cable. Telephone: (905)432-6809 www.ucpm.ca AJAX NORTH ROOM in luxury home, use of kitchen & laundry, suits working person, $450/month, includes utilities. First/last required. Avail. immediately 905- 686-1168 ask for Judy. FURNISHED ROOMS in 3 year new house. Ajax. Suit profession- al or student, seconds to GO stop/station, shopping, 401. Imme- diately, $550/$500, first/last. Call Leroy (905)442-3276. NEW, LOVELY & RENOVATED- rooms. Separate entrance. Newly furnished. Free Cable. No smok- ing/pets. Students/Single Adults. Available immed. $500. Call 416- 389-7435 or 905-683-1870 PICKERING, 2 rooms for rent $350/each inclusive, quiet home, available immediately, near shop- ping & amenities. Female pre- ferred. Call (905)426-1974 leave message. 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 PICKERING, PRIVATE ROOM, full use of house, 5 mins to Go train, 401, OPG and Lake. $450 in- clusive, call Mike (905)492-0057 RITSON/TAUNTON - new home, totally furnished. Hardwood, phone, satellite+++. Basement apt. from $600/mo. inclusive. Female preferred. Immediate. 1-866-835- 8066. 14 FT. FIBERGLASS fishing boat, closed bow, flat bottom (inside) back side bench seat, lights and live well wired, 20 h.p. evinrude and northtrail trailer, good shape and reliable. $1,700 or $2,000 with brand new 36 lb. thrust Minn Kota electric motor, $250. Also Avail- able - Will store for winter and wa- ter ready for spring. (705) 328- 0402 after 6 p.m. 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 1983 YAMAHA 340cc,hand & thumb warmers, good running condition. 905-697-1368 A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 9, 2005 www.durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 37 A/P ByBy AppointmentAppointment OnlyOnly To Advertise in This Feature CallTo Advertise in This Feature Call Your Real Estate AdvertisingYour Real Estate Advertising Consultant Today!Consultant Today! 905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404 Excellent Location, 4 large bedrooms & a Fin/bsmt. New Canac kitchen (2003) with Corion countertops. Double door entry with a covered veranda. Check out the virtual tour on my site and stop by the Open House. SAT. DEC 10, 2-4 P.M. 75 ADAMS DRIVE AJAX$284,900Ernie MacMaster* 416-443-0300 Signature Realty Inc. Ambelea “GEM” over 2,500 sq.ft. with a fi nished basement. 4 bedrooms, huge master with sitting room. Check my web site for a virtual tour and come by our Open House - call for directions. Close to everything. SUN. DEC. 11, 2-4 P.M. 670 ASPEN ROAD AJAX$374,900www.erniemacmaster.com STEPHEN TAR* 905-475-2100 $329,900.Ideal for Investor or First Time Buyer. Separate Entrance to a 2 bedroom Self Contained Basement Apartment. Fabulous Location only steps to School. This 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Home features a Main Floor Family Room with Corner Fireplace, Eat- In Kitchen with Walkout to Fully Fenced Yard.Leading Edge Realty Ltd. SUN. DEC. 11, 2-4 P.M. 40 HARKINS DR., AJAX OUT THESE OPEN HOUSES 75 Adams Dr., AJAX ......................... Sat. 2-4 ❑ 670 Aspen Rd., AJAX ....................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 40 Harkins Dr., AJAX ....................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 40 Harkins Dr., AJAX ....................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 825-1400 The Esplanade, PICKERING ..... Sat. 1-4 ❑ & ....................................... Sun. 1-4 ❑ 1665 Pickering Parkway Unit 610, PICKERING .. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 3065 Hwy. 7 .................................. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 258 Senator St., PICKERING .............. Sun. 1-3 ❑ ✓ VIEW ON-LINE AT....VIEW ON-LINE AT.... Opportunity is knocking, so open the door to these beautiful area homes this weekend!Opportunity is knocking, so open the door to these beautiful area homes this weekend! To Advertise in This Feature CallTo Advertise in This Feature Call Your Real Estate AdvertisingYour Real Estate Advertising Consultant Today!Consultant Today! 905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404 stan clegg marg cox mary roy double HEATHER david stokes HEATHER PA UL ZAMMIT REMAX HALLMARK Danielle KAREN PETERSON* 905-831-2273 BEST IN THE BUILDING! Gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with underground parking, indoor pool, guest suites and party room. Available almost immediately! Watch for signs at the building. $167,900. SUN. DEC. 11, 2-4 P.M. 1665 PICKERING PARKWAY UNIT 1610, PICKERING Case Realty SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11 TH FROM 2:00-4:00 P.M. Mary Roy will be waiting for you! 3065 HIGHWAY 7 (Between Westney Rd. & Lakeridge Rd.) Beautiful custom built log bungalow offering a walk-out basement (in-law suite/ income potential), great location, perfect for the small home based business. Outstanding 1.99 acre mature lot with trees and creek and so much more ... EZ access to 401 & 407! The possibilities are endless ... ONE LOOK AND YOU’LL BE SOLD! Call Mary Roy today @ 905-427-8287 MARY ROY Broker/ Owner 905 427-8287 www. maryroy. com $424,898 R esults Realty Inc. OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN., DEC. 10 & 11, 1-4 P.M. 825-1400 THE ESPLANADE TRIDEL CASITAS BUNGALOW Immaculate 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo townhome. Eat- in kitchen, L-shaped living/dining room. Upgraded kitchen cupboards with ceramic floors, 5 appliances, neutral decor. No stairs, walk to Pickering Town Centre, library, rec centre, easy access to 401/407 and GO Train. Call J. Stan Clegg Broker at 416-281-2300 or 905-420-9553 Guild Manor Realty Limited ASKING ONLY $209,900 DAVE STOKES* 416-286-3993 905-839-7449 SUN. DEC. 11 1 - 3 P.M. 258 SENATOR ST., PICKERING Altona/Sheppard * 4 bedrooms * Fully finished bsmt. * Hardwood floors * Freshly painted * Over 3,000 sq. ft. finished * M/F family room with F/P Call David for more info visit www.davidstokes.ca ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. $367 , 9 0 0 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY CLAREMONT - BROCK/CONC 9 $999,000 Country Elegance Close To The City! 12.15 acres of forest and landscaped grounds surrounding a Builder’s custom designed home and spring fed pond with speckled trout. Minutes to 401/407. Too many upgrades to mention. Loft above garage. Please call The Paul Zammit Team, 416-494-7653. Hallmark Realty Ltd., R ealtor DURHAM — The Sky Dragons Trampoline Club jumped to suc- cess at two recent competitions. The Sky Dragons, which repre- sent the Durham District School Board and are based out of Alex- ander Graham Bell Public School in Ajax, sent competitors to the first interclub event in Richmond Hill on Nov. 19, and to the Provin- cial Cup meet in Scarborough on Nov. 26 and 27. Thomas and Munro Chambers led the way, individually and as partners at the Provincial Cup. Thomas captured the gold medal in the level ‘A’ event, while Munro finished with the bronze. Together in the synchronized event, they put on a golden performance. Sky Dragons’ results from the interclub meet at the Skyriders Trampoline Place in Richmond Hill were: Girls’ beginner Nine-and-under: Madison Kondo - silver medal; Allie McKirdy - fourth; Shoshanna Frumkin and Ve na Ku rrup -- tied for fifth; Cait- lin Schropp - ninth; Lila Copper - 10th; 10-and-over: Holly Harris - eighth; Kaipa Bharucha - ninth; Courtney Bannerman - 10th; Jenika Panesar - 11th; Boys’ beginner Pahlav Bharucha - 7th; Girls’ novice Liz Vasilkovs- 12th Sky Dragons’ results from the Provincial Cup meet were: Level C Ages 8 to 12: Darelle Cowley - 17th; Age 13: Sydney Allen-Ash - 9th; Tiffany Hopkins - 12th; Age 14: Caitlin Howe - 18th; Age 15-and-over: Nadine Schlink - 21st; Synchronized trampoline: Darelle Cowley and Sydney Allen-Ash - 7th; Level B Caitlyn Teoh - 13th; Caitlin Tizzard - 15th; Anika Needham-Reece - 16th; Synchronized trampoline: Cait- lyn Tizzard and Anika Needham- Reece - 19th; Level A Thomas Chambers - gold; Munro Chambers - bronze; Synchronized trampoline: Thomas Chambers and Munro Chambers - gold. 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I'm 70year old gentleman, well established, have own home, nice car. A home body. Give me a call to talk over coffee (905)852-9011 LIVE IN CAREGIVER FOR KIDS 10 & 3. Provide care & assistance, general hygiene, timely meals, pick-up/drop-off after school. $11 + room on board. Fax resume 905- 426-7237. WANTED - LIVE IN NANNY/home helper, Scarborough & North York area. Nice families, good pay. Caregiver training or work refer- ence required. Fax resume: Sure Canada 905-250-0723. 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 EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER for a 2 and half year old child. Room and board provided. Fax resume to: 416-293-8997. 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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 Points 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. 3 LOVESEATS,one sofa, 2 end tables, one coffee table, old dining- room set, floor console tv...good for Christmas gifts.. best offers..(905)718-6471 3-PC LIVING ROOM SET,sofa & 2 arms chairs w/matching lamp; mahogany china cabinet; Roland electric keyboard w/stand; cur- tains; dog cage 27"x17"; telephone jacks and more items. (905)579- 0840 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 APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 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. ADJUSTABLE CUSTOM de- signed shelving, can be used for many purposes. A+ condition, store closing. Call (905)432-2102. 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. AIR COMPRESSOR,portable, 5-1/2 HP Honda, $550. Call (905)655-1052 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. X-BOX 360 PREMIUM,call Paul at (905)260-7299 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. BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: P4/1.8Ghz (IBM Dsktp) 512mb/40g/dvd-cd-rw: only $319., add matching 17" Flat (CRT) Moni- tor for $65., Laptops Call for Cur- rent Inventory. Repairs at reason- able rates. 112 Luke Street, Oshawa. (905) 576-9216 or email: bitsandbytes@rogers.com www.bitsandbytestech.com CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTER 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 CUSTOM MADE SHUTTERS Save 30-37% on Vinylbilt Califor- nia and Plantation shutters. HUR- RY- factory price increase Dec 15th. Order now, install in January, do not pay til July 2006 (OAC). Free estimates & shop at home service. Sunshade Blinds & Drap- ery (905)428-0937 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 table 4 chairs $350; fridge 3-yr $300; stove $250; portable dishwasher 6-mos $325; washer $350, gas dryer 2-yrs $250; Ultramatic dou- ble bed $700; Dryer $250 2-yrs $500/both; full size (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 FRIGIDARE STOVE & Refrigera- tor. Paid $1425, asking $800 firm. White Westinghouse Washer and Dryer asking $500. 905-576-9946. GENERATOR BLOW-OUT!!All sizes, eg. 1800 watt $349.00. New, warranty. 888-743-9378. HEINTZMAN 6 FT.mahogany grand piano, circa 1920, 2 owners only. Good condition. Piano bench included. Asking $5,500. Contact Oshawa (905) 725-2077. HIGH BACK TEAL CHESTER- FIELD, love seat and matching lazy boy. No marks, good condi- tion. Must sell! $400; double bed pull out chesterfield $120. Call 905-579-9119. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. 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 LAMAR GIRL'S SNOWBOARD & bindings, 144cm, blue w/dragonfly design. $150. (905)427-9978 LIKE NEW Sherlock-Manning Her- itage model piano/bench ($1, 600). 3 section wood entertainment with bar/China cabinet ($600). 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 MOVING SALE:Sofa bed $80, Coffee/End Tables $100. Patio set $50. Children's: Step 2 Play struc- ture $80. Picknick Table, $10. Sand Box $10. Pool $10. (905)683-5472 NEED A HOME PHONE reconnected? TELECREDIT Phone service provider. No credit, no deposit, no contracts, just hookups $34.95 mo. 1-888-424-6658 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 PIANO SALE - digitals with hammer action starting from $649. Wide selection, Best prices. Call Alexandrov's Music Centre, (905)720-4948 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com 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! 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. STORE CLOSING:hundreds of leather shoes, Must Be Sold! Start- ing @$29.99, but one pair, second pair HALF PRICE! Chesler's Shoes, 250 Taunton Rd.E., Oshawa, (905)432-2102 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7. - $90. (tax incl.) Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. 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. 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. SEASONED FIREWOOD Call Rick (905) 619-0681 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. JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES $500 each. Vet certificate, tails docked, dew claws removed, parents on site. Call after 3 p.m. (905)571- 2910 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. 905-372-6366. PUREBRED LAB PUPS,Choco- late, Yellow & Black. CKC regis- tered, micro chipped, first shots, dewormed, parents on site. Ready to go. (905)431-9851 WEST HIGHLAND TERRIER pup- pies, vet checked, first shots, home raised, ready to go, $800. 905-342-2095 YOU COULD HAVE your dog un- der control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1988 FORD MUSTANG GT Co- bra, auto, 206,000km $4995. 1997 Pontiac GTP 193,000kms $5,995. AT V FOR SALE: 2004 Vinson 500 $6,795. 2004 Eiger 400 $4,800. 1993 Honda 4Trax $3,500. Call Doug days (905)985-0074, even- ings (905)985-5569, Dealer. 1990 CHEV CAVALIER RS 2dr, 3.1 litre, v-6 auto., low kms, exc. condition, in/out, p.s., p.b, air, tilt, face-off am-fm cd player, runs like new, sacrifice $850. Phone 905- 404-8541. 1990 EAGLE TALON turbo, $2,490. 1993 Toyota Tercel $2,290. 1997 Sunfire $2,999. 1997 Monte Carlo $3,690. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix $3,990. Others from $1699 & up. Certified & e-tested. Kelly & Sons 30th Anniversary Special. (905)683-7301, 905-424- 9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1990 NISSAN PATHFINDER.Ex- cellent Condition, No Rust, First time starter.Just Certified and E- tested Asking $2,500 OBO (Or Best Offer). 1992 FORD TAURUS,$900 as is, comes with transmission to be in- stalled. 905-922-7015. 1992 FORD TEMPO,169,000 km, excellent condition, $1,100. as is, call after 6:00 PM. 905-797-1174. 1993 GRAND MARQUIS, black, excellent condition, $2000 or o.b.o. Call Larry at 905-571- 5989 or 905-706-7187. 1997 CAVALIER,automatic, pow- er steering, power brakes, 2 dr., blue/green color, 127,000 kil., good condition, $2,500. Ask for Agostino at (905) 421-9059. 1996 OLDS ACHIEVA V6 auto great shape new tires $3295; 1995 DODGE NEON new head gasket $2995; 1997 FORD AEROSTAR 7 passenger $2495. All vehicles cer- tifies/emission passed, warranty included. Dealer 905-718-5032 1997 BUICK LESABRE, white, fully loaded, 265,000km, certified, excellent condition, $3900. 905- 666-8780. 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 1999 CHRYSLER INTREPID, body and interior mint condition. New transmission. Needs engine work, $5,000. Call 905-725-9155. 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. LEASE TAKEOVER - 2003 Saturn Vu e,fully loaded, ext. warranty, $430 /mth. tax included. 20 mths and 50,000 kms. left on lease. Call Rick (905) 718-1000 or (905) 404- 9094. MOTORCITY SATURN 1520 Dundas St. E., Whitby, Ontario LlN 2K7 (905) 430-2350 www. motorcitysaturn.com UsedCarsOntario.com - visit us on-line to view our large selection of vehicles. Buy or sell anything automotive. A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 9, 2005 www.durhamregion.com DO YOU HAVE AN APART- MENT FOR RENT? IF SO ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL AD RATES UNDER OUR “APARTMENTS FOR RENT” HEADING In loving memory of my dear husband Phillip G. Scarlett July 13, 1923-December 12, 2000 In Loving memory of a dear Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather who passed away 5 sad years ago. Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear. Fond memo- ries lingering everyday. Remembrance keeps you dear & so near. Sadly missed & Loving you always. Your loving wife Louise, Daughters: Eleanor, Florence, Karol, Hugh, Amy, Andrew, Family & Friends & their spouses. NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. 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A/P PAGE 40 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com Walker Centre 4331 Walker Road, Windsor • Wellington Commons 1250 Wellington Road, London • Kitchener 245 Strasburg Road, Kitchener • NEW!First Pro Garden Centre 399 Louth Street, St. Catharines Limeridge Mall 999 Upper Wentworth Street, Hamilton • Erin Mills Centre 3050 Vega Boulevard, Mississauga • West Gate Pro Centre 3135 Argentia Road, Mississauga • Heartland Town Centre 765 Britannia Road West, Mississauga Square One 100 City Centre Drive, Mississauga • Bramalea City Centre 60 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton • The Queensway 1880 The Queensway, Toronto • Crossroads Centre 2625 Weston Road (at Hwy 401), North York NEW!Yorkdale Shopping Centre 3401 Dufferin Street, North York • Molson Power Centre 436 Bryne Drive, Barrie • Yorktown Plaza 50 Davis Drive, Newmarket • First Markham Place 3275 Highway 7, Markham NEW!Concord 3200 Highway 7, Concord • Eglinton Town Centre 1901 Eglinton Avenue East, Scarborough • Pickering 1300 Kingston Road, Pickering • Thickson Ridge Power Centre 1650 Victoria Street East, Whitby 3 daysonly CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS 10 % OFF SAVEAN EXTRA DECEMBER 9-11,2005 3DAYSONLY3DAYSONLY3DAYSONLY WHEN YO U USE YOUR Hbc CREDIT CARD ON REGULAR & CLEARANCE-PRICED MERCHANDISE. HOLIDAY HELPERS A LL HOME ACCENTS & CANDLES Second item must be of equal or lesser value. Visit our Home Accents department for decorative accessories, greenery, florals and more. While supplies last. Quantity and selection may vary by store. See Sales Associate for details. All Hbc Olympic Merchandise, payment of an Hbc credit account, Hbc Gift Card, Hbc Prepaid Phone Card custom orders, items to be shipped out of Canada by Home Outfitters, products purchased from the Hbc Rewards catalogue, and mail and on-line order products and services are excluded from the Customer Appreciation Days offer. freshen up 33 %OFF 33 %OFF All Spa Kits & Gift Baskets Assorted Flannel Sheet & Duvet Covers All Christmas Décor Brand Name Clearance Bedding33%OFF33%OFF While supplies last. Quantity and selection may vary by store. Choose from brands such as Nautica, Croscill, Wamsutta, Tommy Hilfiger, and more. 33 %OFF Our Entire Table Linens Assortment Brand Name Glassware Buy any set of 2 Royal Leerdam XXL Oversized Wine Glasses or set of 8 Elation Martini Glasses or Wine Flutes and get the second set of equal or lesser value at 50% off. Assorted Bed-in-a-Bag, Comforter, Duvet & Sheet Sets Comparable Value up to $244.96 NOW $79 96 ASSORTED BRAND NAME DINNERWARE SETS NOW $2999 Were $49.99 - $79.99 ASSORTED TOWELS NOW $696 Comparable Value up to $19.99 BRAND NAME PILLOWS NOW $696 Comparable Value up to $19.99 Bella Cucina Rocket Blender Was $49.97 NOW $39 97 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 41 A/P A/P PAGE 42 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com ‘Tis the season to… shop. Pickering Parkway 401Brock Rd.Pickering Annex Th e Pickering Annex everything you need… all in one place A Special Place • Aaron’s Sales & Leasing • Amish Furniture Outlet • Aren’t We Naughty • Beauticians Beauty Systems • Body N’ Sole • Canadian Home Leisure • Cozy Living • Desiam Thai Restaurant • DeBoer’s • Decorative Solutions Paint N’ Paper/Blinds N’ Drapes • Dollarama • Extreme Fitness • Furniture Direct • Interhome • Jones New York Factory Store • Kitchen Court Design Studio Kitchen Stuff Plus • Lace Place • Lifestyles • Master Bedroom • Papp’s Restaurant • Penningtons 14+ • Rowe Furniture Sklar Peppler • Solid Wood Interiors • Staples Business Depot • Sutton Group • The Fitness Source • The Tile Shoppe Total Appliance Centre • World Kitchen/Corning Ware PICKERING, OFF THE 401 AT BROCK ROAD 557 Kingston Rd., Pickering 905-420-9000 www.pickering.toyota.ca PICKERING SUPERSTORE T OYOTA WE ARE HERE HWY. 2 WHITESBROCKWESTNEYHARWOODSALEM401 Wayne Turner General Manager Richard Behnke Gen Sales Manager Peter Kowal Asst Sales Manager James Cho Sales Consultant Clive Harrison Sales Consultant John Lee Sales Consultant Alan Zheng Sales Consultant Paul Ostinelli Sales Consultant Tia Martin Sales Co-ordinator Sam Esaad Sales Consultant Leo Chan Sales Consultant Blair Stewart Business Manager Martin Aide Business Manager Gary Abraham Sales Consultant TheThe BigBig StoreStore RightRight BesideBeside thethe 401401 * Leasing plans from Toyota Financial Services. O.A.C. Offers valid on 2006 Yaris (Model JT923MA), 2006 Corolla (Model BR32EMB), 2006 Camry (Model BE32KAA), 2006 Sienna (Model ZA30CPA) and 2006 Matrix (Model KR32EMB). Freight, and P.D.E. not included in MSRP. Based on 60 mos. lease rate 6.4% APR on 2006 Yaris. Based on 48-mos. lease rate 5.9% APR on 2006 Corolla, 2006 Camry, 2006 Sienna and 2006 Matrix. License, reg- istration fees, insurance and taxes extra. Lease includes freight and P.D.I. cost of $1,010/$1,060/$1,160/$1,310/$1,060. Down payment or trade equivalent of $1,324/$3,381/$4,280/$6,327/$3,325 plus first payment due at lease inception. Security deposit of $225/$250/$350/$400/$275 required. Total lease obligation of $12,064.24/$13,413.31/$18,152.62/$22,599.56/$14,797.37 and purchase option price of $5,567.80/$8,153.50/$11,995.20/ $14,168.46/$9,355.35 based on a maximum of 96,000 KMS. Additional KM charge of $.07/.07/.10/.10/.07 if applicable. MSRP of $13,580/$17,725/$24,990/$30,800/$19,905. †† Based on 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. 2006 Coroll a C E - L e a s e f o r $ 2 0 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s w i t h $ 3 , 3 8 1 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 1 7 , 7 2 5 M S R P 2006 Yaris C E - L e a s e f o r $ 1 7 9 * a t 6 . 4 % A P R per month for 60 m o n t h s w i t h $ 1 , 3 2 4 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 1 3,580 MSRP 2006 Sienna C E - L e a s e f o r $ 3 3 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s with $6,327 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 3 0 , 8 0 0 M S R P 2006 Camry L E - L e a s e f o r $ 2 8 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s w i t h $ 4 , 2 8 0 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 2 4 , 9 9 0 M S R P 2006 Matrix - L e a s e f o r $ 2 3 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s w i t h $ 3 , 3 2 5 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 1 9 , 9 0 5 M S R P MOST FUEL- E F F ICIENT VEHICLE IN I T S Unwra p a T o y o t a this Ho l i d a y S e a s o n .ppPICKERING TOYOTA SALESALE durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 43 A/P A/P PAGE 44 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 9, 2005 durhamregion.com 2005 Some vehicles may not be exactly as illustrated. †48 month Chrysler Credit leases OAC. 20,400 km. per year. 15¢ on overage. Frt., air, gas, admin., lic., & fi rst on delivery. Lease payments are plus taxes. OAC. Purchase prices are plus licence, taxes and admin. Bi-weekly payments for 96 mo. @ 8.15% OAC. All rebates applied to dealer. Prices in effect on advertised dates. Some vehicles may be daily rental buybacks. 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