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Home My WebLink AboutNA2005_12_18 The Pickering 28 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 47,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 MEMORIAL A trip into our past Page 9 WEDDING BELLS Pickering ready to take the plunge Page 3 TAKING STOCK Food bank needs holiday help Page 17 Province chooses Oshawa site; Pickering had its eye on project By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — Ending months of speculation and rumour and years of waiting, local officials confirmed this week that Oshawa will be home to the new consolidated regional courthouse. The News Advertiser has learned that the building will be located at Mary and Bond streets, adding an- other new project to the growing list of downtown revitalization efforts. Oshawa MPP Jerry Ouellette wasn’t entirely surprised by the news, saying it has been years in the making. “We’ve been expecting this... Os- hawa has been sitting in the back- ground for so long, it’s about time,” Mr. Ouellette said. “This will have a very positive impact on the city, we’ll have short- term construction jobs and long- term employment and so many more people in the downtown area.” While a smiling Mayor John Gray would only confirm that Minister of Infrastructure Renewal David Ca- plan will be in Oshawa for an im- portant announcement Thursday, Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle was quick to express disappointment that his municipality was not cho- sen for the site. “I think it’s sad that after 155 years, or something like that, Whit- by’s losing it,” he said, indicating that the Province went with Osha- wa only because the city could offer free land for the site. “They wanted us to give them free land. I think it’s a sad day -- and I don’t want to be political about this -- when we get around to that kind of game 239 Station Street, Ajax 905-686-2445 WHY MOVE IMPROVE ? 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Congratulations to our three winners; Kelsey Agnew (Generals tickets), Riley Teigen-Katsumi (Dinner for Four), and Darien Robertson (Disney World on Ice). Kelsey and Riley are pictured above with contest co-sponsors Katherine Ross-Perron (left) and Stephanie Lee (right) from the Durham Region Works Department, Waste Management Division and Eugene Dupuis from Metroland Publishing. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Ham handing AJAX — Gord Edwards from the Doric Pickering Masonic Hall Canada Lodge 532 recently delivered a box of Christmas hams to the Ajax Salvation Army. Mr. Edwards is the project co-ordinator and this year the group supplied the Salvation Army with 270 hams for the holidays. Pickering gets into marriage business PICKERING — Planning a spring wedding? How about the gazebo in Esplanade Park? Pickering executive committee voted at the Dec. 12 meeting to accept a staff report and recom- mendation regarding civil mar- riages being performed by the City. A bylaw is going to council at the Monday, Dec. 20 meeting for the City to officially “opt in” to the service. Staff recommends the City perform the service for a fee of $250, which does not include the $100 cost of a marriage licence. It is recommended the service be performed Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in either the council chambers or in the gazebo (weather permitting). It is suggested the service start March 1. The recommendation stems from the Province making changes in September 2004 to regulations under the Marriage Act authorizing municipal clerks and deputy clerks to perform civil marriages. Previously, only judges and justices of the peace were allowed to solemnize civil marriages. But they’ve become busier over the years with court-related duties, reducing access to the civil mar- riage service. Staff will monitor the first six months of the service and report back to council. PICKERING — Because December isn’t just all about Christmas, the City of Picker- ing is helping residents learn about all celebrations this month. The City and the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity are put- ting up displays in the Civic Complex foyer to create aware- ness of Hanukkah and Kwanza, as well as Christmas. In addition to the displays, which are up all month, at the Monday, Dec. 19 council meet- ing Ward 3 City Councillor David Pickles, chairman of the advisory committee, is going to speak about all the celebra- tions to help bring awareness to the community. The public is welcome to attend to learn more about the various cultural days celebrat- ed in December. The council meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. The Pickering Civic Complex is at 1 The Es- planade. Correction DURHAM — A story in the Dec. 16 News Advertiser about a decision by Durham council to withhold its $3.5 million fund- ing contribution to Rouge Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospital contained an error. Fred Parrott made the presen- tation on behalf of the Friends of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital. The News Advertiser regrets the error. Pickering celebrates c ulture P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 durhamregion.com SS a f e l y ! CELEBRATE SUNSHINE CELEBRATE SUNSHINE S a f e l y ! CELEBRATE SUNSHINE CELEBRATE SUNSHINE DURHAM REGION Going south?Going south? Going south?Going south?Going south?Going south? 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News of the new courthouse was welcomed by Durham Crown Attorney John Scott, who said the move for a central location has been on the agenda for more than a decade. “I’m very pleased we’ve got an announcement on a consolidated courthouse,” Mr. Scott said. “It will make it much easier for all mem- bers of the community.” Lawyers, judges, court employees and members of the public have for years been shuttling between mul- tiple locations. The various court- houses and courtrooms can create confusion for the public and logis- tical issues for court staff, Mr. Scott said. “It will be a great advan- tage to be in one place,” he said. Mr. Scott, who expects the new courthouse will incor- porate of- fices for the Crown attor- ney, added the new building will likely result in costs savings. “The rent we pay on all these lo- cations is very significant,” he said. Once the Province settles on a design, it is anticipated that con- struction will begin in October 2006 and wrap up in the winter of 2008- 09. The 35,000 square-foot consol- idated courthouse will bring the seven courts currently scattered across Durham under one roof, housing 33 courtrooms, five mo- tions rooms and related justice ser- vices. — with files from Jeff Mitchell PICKERING — The Pickering Ro- tary club presents a shocking energy session Dec. 20. Professional speaker and author Randy Park presents ‘You might be shocked -- a look at your energy future’ at the Annandale Golf Club. Mr. Park is both a physicist and an expert in the practical aspects of thinking. He is concerned that the big picture is not being thought about when it comes to the energy situation. In addition to describing possible energy scenarios, Mr. Park will help identify new and familiar actions that can be taken to help secure one’s energy future. Guests are welcome to join the presentation at 7:15 a.m. The cost for the breakfast meeting for guests is $12. The golf club is on Church Street at Bayly Street. For informa- tion, call 416-703-9202. Pickering Rotary energetic in Ajax DURHAM — So our staff can enjoy the holiday season, the News Advertiser’s publishing schedule is being altered in the coming weeks. Look for us this week on Tuesday, Dec. 20, Thursday, Dec. 22, and Sat- urday, Dec. 24. The week after we’ll be at your door Dec. 28 and 30. We return to our regular Wednes- day, Friday and Sunday printing schedule in the new year. Our office at 130 Commercial Av e., in Ajax, is closed Friday, Dec. 23, Monday, Dec. 26, and Friday, Dec. 30. On behalf of all the staff at the News Advertiser, we wish all our readers a safe and happy holiday. ✦ Oshawa from page 1 Marcel Brunelle News Advertiser makes holiday adjustments Oshawa lands provincial courthouse durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 PAGE 5 P I got my first A! Results Today Skills for Tomorrow www.gradeexpectations.ca Reading • Writing • Math • Study Skills • Science • French • Little Learners™ •Diagnostic assessments •Individualized programs •Ontario Certified Teachers •Grades 1 and up 905-420-9930 NOW OPEN IN WHITBY CALL FOR DETAILS Private School Pre-school To Grade 8 Ages 18 months to 14 years • Full Montessori Curriculum • Before & After School Daycare Hours • Optional Hot Lunch • Field Trips • Computer • Music • Phys. Ed • Art • Extra-Curricular Activities “Knowledge with Understanding” 401 Kingston Rd. 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Phonemic instruction refers to the teaching of the sounds that correspond to individual letters or groups of letters. For example, a has a consistent sound in the words cat, tap, and napkin, and ee has a consistent sound in the word keep, steep, and free. Knowing these letter-sound correspondences (along with syllabication rules and affixation), a child can learn to decode words intelligently rather than resorting to guessing or trying to memorize the half a million words in the English language. Individualized instruction allows for the child to learn each language ele- ment to mastery before continuing to the next letter-sound correspondence. Children who have difficulty learning to read need repeated practice with letter-sound correspondences in both spelling and reading activities. Recent research has suggested that they may need 100 times more exposure than a non-struggling reader to master each skill. Individualized instruction provides the child the opportunity for as much repetition as required for their individual learning. Systematic instruction introduces the elements of language in a logical, methodical manner. Material needs to be presented step-by-step and needs to move from simple to complex. Reading and spelling are taught in tandem, so both necessary skills develop together. If your child is having difficulties learning to read or is falling behind their classmates, the proper instruction can help them. They need remedial instruc- tion from a qualified teacher who is experienced in working with children with reading disabilities and uses the above principles. Is your child a struggling reader? Kira Hensley is a remedial reading teacher to students with reading difficulties and disabilities in the Durham Region. For more information call Kira’s Reading Clinic, located in Ajax, at 416-616-2504 (Ajax) or go online to www.hensley.ca. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Gift giving PICKERING — The Bay Ridges Long-Term Care residents’ committee was the catalyst in organizing staff and residents to collect food and toys for St. Paul’s-on-the-Hill Food Bank. James Dearness, May Klein (centre) and Olga Tredrea are all on the residents’ committee. Cancer care centre reopens By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — Colleen MacDermaid stands in the centre of the room, taking it all in with an approving smile. Heavy red curtains blanket the tall windows, and cozy overstuffed couches beckon guests to come sit in front of the fireplace. Above the hearth, a wreath glit- ters with tiny gold lights and an elegant Christmas tree stands in the corner near tables laden with candles and bowls of candy. “The old house was small and cozy, we were worried the new addition wouldn’t feel the same way,” she muses. “But it’s beautiful, this is a place people can feel at home.” Ms. MacDermaid has been volunteer- ing at Hearth Place Cancer Support Cen- tre in Oshawa since it opened. She was among dozens of volunteers on hand recently to celebrate the grand opening of the centre’s new 6,000-square-foot ad- dition. As well as the cozy new main room, Hearth Place now boasts extra program rooms, a library, kitchen, wig boutique, lecture hall, exercise room, children’s room and volunteer driver lounge. “The driver lounge is important, be- fore when people dropped someone off for treatment they had nowhere to go, they would wander the mall for hours,” said volunteer Jeanette McCrae. “Now they have somewhere nice to relax.” The expansion and renovation proj- ect was completed thanks to the Dur- ham Region Home Builder’s Association (DRHBA), which represents 150 local companies ranging from developers to contractors. Last February, the DRHBA launched its Build Hope — Dig Deep for Hearth Place campaign, encouraging members to donate materials, labour and funds to help improve the centre. Hearth Place contributed with a direct mail fundrais- ing initiative. Construction on the $500,000 project began in May and wrapped up this fall. Staff and volunteers moved into the new building on Nov. 10. “This is such an exciting day for us,” said Hearth Place executive director An- drea Shaw. “It’s not every day that a small charity like us is handed a new 6,000- square-foot building mortgage-free.” Ms. Shaw noted that cancer diagnoses are expected to increase by 61 per cent over the next 10 years and said the new facility will ensure than Hearth Place is able to keep up with demand for ser- vices. Opened in 1997, Hearth Place provides a welcoming place for cancer patients and their families to receive support and participate in a range of programs. Its 700 members benefit from lecture series, support groups and classes like tai chi, yoga, art therapy and journalling. Walter Passarella / News Advertiser photo Joy Sisnett, of the Durham Region Homebuilders Association, sorts through keepsake plaques that were handed out recently to all the companies and individuals who donated time, money or labour toward the renovations of Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre. ‘A place people can feel at home’ EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL A call for fixed election terms To the editor: Re: ‘Jack’s Deal with the grinches,’ Dec. 9. In actual fact, the responsibility for having an election now can be laid squarely on Paul Martin’s shoulders. It was he who called an unnecessary snap election in order to trip up the new Conservative Party, although he could have stayed in power at least one more year. Well, it backfired on him and he ended up with a minority. Then Mr. Martin was given the choice of having an election in February, but that did not suit him, so here we are having one in January instead. This is just one more reason why we should have fixed election terms. That way people can be prepared, and the government can get down to the business of actually running the country and making concrete plans, instead of playing games with our country and our money. One thing all political parties should learn is that, once they are elected, no matter whether they are the majority, mi- nority or opposition, they are all part of the government and need to put aside their partisan wrangling and grandstanding as much as possible to be able to work together for the good of the country and the people. Renate Roy Ajax D efenceless individuals recently turned into a potentially power- ful group against violence. More than 100 people of various ages and races arrived at a Pickering community forum to share stories that should alarm Durham residents. Chaired by Pickering councillors and featuring representatives from various community sectors, the forum was the first for the new Communities Against Violence Everywhere (CAVE) group. Through it, residents were able to hear solution suggestions and share their own experiences and thoughts on the growing problem. “It’s actually getting scary to be out- side at night because you don’t know what’s going to happen,” said Matthew Manley, a 20-year-old youth co-ordina- tor for the City of Pickering. Judging by the forum’s attendance, he’s not the only one looking over his shoulder. Nor is Pickering the only mu- nicipality in Durham where residents are being followed by the shadow of fear caused by community crime. In November alone, Durham Re- gional Police reported at least a dozen serious incidents where teenagers were charged. The accused are as young as 13, and the incidents span Durham from west to east and south to north. From a Courtice home invasion, to a Port Perry car chase, Ajax and Picker- ing stabbings and gun charges in Os- hawa -- no community is free of the stain. Although youths are not the only culprits of violent behaviour, it’s more troublesome when they get involved in unlawful activity because they are still the responsibility of adults. It feels like there has been a change in the attitude of youth over the last 10 years. Maybe it’s rap music and video games, but maybe it’s lack of community and family life. With both parents usual- ly working, maybe the rules at home are being bent way more than they should be and some teenagers are receiving too much independence when they’re not yet responsible enough to make the right decisions or choose the best of friends. Someone once said teenagers need a balance of adult and children’s activities in their lives because they are a bit of both. It is the responsibility of adults to help lead youth down the proper path -- be it by laying down the law or comple- menting a teenager for doing something well. The forum allowed teenagers, parents and those who are just interested in making the community a better place to live, to come together and start the process of finding a solution. CAVE’s example is one all Durham municipalities should follow. Crystal Crimi’s column ap- pears every third Sunday. E-mail ccrimi@durhamregion.com. Crystal Crimi staff writer CAVE setting good example 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 Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil. 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To wns, cities need strong planning role The decision by the Province to strengthen the role of local councils at the expense of the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) is certainly a win for democracy -- but is it the best move for planning across the province? It can be, but only with a balanced set of policies and in- structions will reforms outlined by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing last Monday have any real impact. Local councils have screamed for years they feel hand- cuffed by the power of non-elected OMB judges to overturn decisions councillors have made as elected representatives. Indeed, the OMB’s role should really be to only correct a decision made by any council which: 1) Contradicts the municipality’s published official plan; 2) Contradicts the Ontario Municipal Act or Ontario Mu- nicipal Planning Act; 3) Is illegal under Ontario property law. However, that has not been the manner in which the OMB has acted over the past few decades. Municipalities, after long debate and after making a democratic decision in full view of the public and press, have seen their decisions over- turned upon the whim of a non-elected OMB tribunal. Not only has the final OMB decision been at odds with what mu- nicipal representatives have decided, it has also been a very costly process for municipalities to go to the OMB armed with lawyers and documents to defend their decision against developers upset at the municipality’s verdict. Part of the problem has been that sometimes planning decisions have been made with only NIMBY (not in my backyard) concerns in mind. A number of councillors, fear- ful of voter backlash at the polls, may have turned down a reasonable application from a developer for strictly political reasons. Such short-term decision-making does not serve the long-term interests of the municipality and should result in an OMB hearing, where the municipality is in violation of its municipal plan or Ontario law. With the Province having established Greenbelt and Places to Grow legislation, both of which are meant to stem the tide of urban sprawl, the planning process should be more streamlined. In conjunction with a fair appeals process at the OMB, citizens and councillors should have a much bet- ter idea in future about where planning will go in their local municipality. LETTER TO THE EDITOR I QUIT SMOKING FOR A GOOD REASON… so I could see this. Now more than ever, quitting smoking is within your reach. 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Yanch OSHAWA 122 Albert St. 905-721-7506 AJAX 50 Commercial Ave. 905-619-1473 Province believes s almonella outbreak is now over DURHAM — A recent salmonella outbreak linked to consumption of bean sprouts appears to be over, On- tario’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Sheela Basrur announced Thurs- day. Many varieties of sprouts have been associated with serious foodborne in- fections in Canada and other coun- tries, and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care is advising the pub- lic that sprouts are rarely considered “risk-free.” “Individuals who are at risk of seri- ous illness from foodborne infections, such as the elderly, people with weak immune systems and young children, should not eat any type of sprouts. Other individuals can reduce their risk of illness by avoiding raw sprouts,” said Dr. Basrur. Since Oct. 1, 2005, 648 cases of sal- monella have been reported across Ontario. An order issued by Toronto Public Health on Nov. 25 against a Toronto bean sprout producer to stop distribu- tion of sprouts has been lifted. The Ministry of Health and Long- Te rm Care will continue to monitor for salmonella cases and compile data from this outbreak. The Ministry is also working with local public health units, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the Public Health Agency of Canada to inform bean sprout dis- tributors of compliance requirements and proper food safety techniques. Salmonella can contaminate raw fruits and vegetables that have been in contact with unclean water, animal manure, or an infected food handler. Symptoms of Salmonella infection in- clude fever, headache, diarrhea, stom- ach cramps, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Symptoms usually occur 12 to 36 hours after eating contaminated food or water. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 PAGE 9 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, Home Studio, Liz Claiborne Home, Vera Wang, GlucksteinHome, Mantles home fashions are excluded. 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 Bay Savi ngs Card Redeemable Monday, December 19th to Saturday, January 28th. PLUS, with any jewellery purchase of $75†or more receive a 50%ff 10 Kt., 14 Kt. &18 Kt. gold jewellery 40%ff cubic zirconia and pearl jewellery 25%ff selected sterling silver and fashion jewellery 25%ff selected watches Excludes Ironman & Expedition. †Before taxes. Redeemable on your next jewellery or watch purchase of $40 or more at the Bay. Valid Mon., Dec. 19th 2005 to Sat., Jan. 28th 2006 only. Limit one card per transaction. 40%ff Christmas trim, décor and tableware 10 %-30%ff all regular-priced home entertainment & electronics Excludes Bose, Sony, XBR, Acer, music video and gaming No Hassle Holiday Event 50%ff all mattresses NO CHARGE: • delivery • set-up • disposal of your old mattress See in-store for details. 15 %ff all electric shavers and power oral care MON., DEC 19 TH ONLY 50%ff all open stock stemware MON., DEC 19 TH ONLY 50%ff all flannel bedding 40 %ff By NINE WEST, FRANCO SARTO, ENZO ANGIOLINI, AEROSOLES, ROCKPORT, LAUREN, ANNE KLEIN, HILARY RADLEY & more. Excludes new arrivals. See in-store for details. Women’s shoes & fashion boots when you buy 2 or more 30%ff when you buy 1 DESIGNER SHOE CLEARANCE Michel Germain Bonus offer:With any Sexual or Deauville fragrance purchase of $75 or more receive this Michel Germain designer watch Offer also available for men. White Diamonds Bonus offer:With any WHITE DIAMONDS fragrance purchase of $63 or more (before taxes) receive this elegant watch as your gift. While quantities last. L AST CALL! 50%ff WAYNE GRETZKY men’s fashions GET IT BEFORE IT’S GONE 50%-60%ff sterling silver Comparable value $59.99-$249.99. Fragrance shown: $75 ea. $599-$2499 fashion jewellery by JONES NEW YORK, CEZANNE &1928 Comparable value $12-$40. Redeemable on your next jewellery or watch purchase of $40 or more (before taxes) at the Bay. Valid Mon., Dec. 19th 2005 to Sat., Jan. 28th 2006 only. Limit one card per transaction. $10 Bay Savings Card Warm Greetings to you To all Canadians of every culture celebrating during this holiday season from A magical time of year where loved ones get together and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ through prayer and kindness. We create lasting memories while enjoying good food, good friends and watching children’s eyes light up as they wait for Santa Claus! Merry Christmas! December 25th, 2005 Bob, Toronto Bob, Toronto Suzy, Brampton Suzy, Brampton Peter, Toronto Peter, Toronto Fragrance shown: $63 A trip into our past Pickering pays tribute to young men PICKERING — The Pickering News of April 12, 1946 reported that a Rouge Hill delegation presented a plan to coun- cil to “beautify the triangle at the First Concession and Altona Road”. The del- egation was well received and council decided to look into the matter. On a cold damp Nov. 22, 1946 at 2:30 p.m., many Rouge residents turned out to witness the unveiling of ‘The War Memorial’ at the corner of the First Con- cession and Altona Road. The monu- ment was placed there in memory of the young men of the school section who did not come home. It was to stand “as a testimony and tribute to their memory and for the price they paid for Peace”. Mr. Parkinson, a veteran of the First Wo rld War, placed a huge wreath, sup- plied by Mr. McEchnie, at the monument after Col. Rev. Sidney Lambert, Padre of Christie Street Hospital, unveiled the memorial. Reeve Blake Annis stated that he was glad to see the new picturesque corner. Mr. C.E. Morley, president of the Horticultural Society, indicated that he was pleased at the willingness of the society to maintain the corner and plant trees and flowers to keep it beautiful. Mr. W.H. Moore spoke a few words on behalf of the School Section. Inscribed on the War Memorial’s plaque are the words “Semper Fidelis – To the memory of those from this school section who served in the armed forces 1939 to 1945, and to honour the fallen.” In June 2005 this monument was moved to stand beside the cenotaph at the City of Pickering Civic Complex. In partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion, the City of Pickering relocated this memorial from Sheppard Avenue (First Concession) and Altona Road, so it would have a higher profile. It was placed in its new home in time for the Ju ne 5 D-Day Parade at the Civic Com- plex. This article and the photo are cour- tesy Pickering Public Library local his- tory staff. Items appear on the third Sunday of each month. For more in- formation, visit www.pada.ca, e-mail localhistory@picnet.org, or call 905-831- 6265. The War Memorial was unveiled in 1946 to honour the memory of the men from the school section who did not return from the war. A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 durhamregion.com 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 Unemployed? Need assistance? For information regarding free services call Durham Region Employment Counselling Services Ajax: 905-426-2177 Oshawa: 905-571-3301 76 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax 843 King St. W. Oshawa web: www.vpi-inc.com This project is funded by: The Government of Canada THE MOORES YEAR-END CLEARANCE SALE WHICH MEANS THE ONLY WAY TO BEAT A MOORES PRICE IS AT THE MOORES YEAR-END CLEARANCE SALE. WELL MADE WELL PRICED WELL DRESSED call 1-877-MOORES-6 for the store nearest you mooresclothing.com IS ON NOW NEWS ADVERTISER covers the Pickering Panthers Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Stick a fork in it PICKERING — Doris Smith, Anne Bignell and Ruth Gordoneer each react differently as they read a heartwarming story called ‘A Woman and a Fork’ about cherishing friends and valuing time together. The story was circulating at an annual ‘Bid Euchre’ Christmas potluck lunch on Monday at the South Pickering Seniors’ Club. Greed, political correctness now overshadowing the holidays T he holiday season is supposed to be an event where families can re- joice in the presence of each other and enjoy the quality time they get to spend review- ing the undertakings of the past year. Christmas is about celebrating religion and, in some cases, remembering the birth of Christ and celebrating his life. However, in the past few decades a new meaning of Christmas has infiltrated our society -- materialism. Kids are giving their parents lengthy Christmas gift lists that basically tell what over-priced toys they’d like to ensure their Christmas is “the best ever.” I personally have never given my parents a list for Christ- mas, and hopefully my kids w ill do the same. Although many people say ‘Christmas is not about the gifts, it’s about time spent with family’ we sure contradict ourselves. What are we teaching kids when we automatically pur- chase the gifts they request? Do they understand that it is not about the gifts, but the thought behind it that mat- ters? No. They merely ask and they receive. We get so stressed out and worried about making Christ- mas fashionable so we can make a good impression on friends and family when they come over for the big holi- day dinner. Everything has to be perfectly presented. But it’s not about the presenta- tion, it’s about the time we spend with our families, right? I suppose that’s why women all over America keenly watch as Oprah and her chosen guests tell us how to make our Christmas the finest it can be; all you need is a fancy recipe for low-fat no-cal lactose-free fudge. Delicious! Now you can celebrate the holidays and still be wary of the weight you’ve worked all year to keep off. Also, let us not forget to make sure the centerpiece match- es the dishes. Nobody wants their Christmas party to look incomplete. Why is it that many schools are encouraging students to say ‘Happy Holidays’ rather than ‘Merry Christmas’ or ‘Happy Hanukkah?’ Are we not allowed to express greet- ings with our religious holi- days embedded in the phrase? The education system is en- couraging students to become so multicultural that we are not allowed to celebrate cul- ture at all -- just in case we ac- cidentally offend somebody. Ironically, I am offended that it is politically incorrect to say ‘Merry Christmas’ as that is the holiday I celebrate. Schools are also becoming increasingly involved in par- ticipating in charitable events both within their school and in their community. But why doesn’t the school system urge such generous behav- iour throughout the entire year? Indeed many schools do amazing work for local chari- ties, but it seems as though it is not encouraged to the same extreme as for Christ- mas charities. We are often persuaded to give families a Christmas, which in itself is great, but why can’t we give unfortunate families a mini- Christmas in June? After all, I’m sure the array of gifts we donate in December will not last an entire year. Christmas and the holidays have become overshadowed with busy shopping malls, flashy commercials for new expensive gadgets and exten- sive greed so much so that we have completely forgotten their true meaning. We have to understand that many fam- ilies may not receive a Christ- mas this year, and the only thing we have other than gifts are family and our morals. Spending time with loved ones and enjoying the plea- sure of their company, as well as understanding religious be- liefs that go hand in hand with Christmas, is really what the holidays are all about. Katalin McLean is an 18- year-old Ajax resident. She is the News Advertiser’s youth columnist and appears on the third Sunday of each month. 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This enables your ligaments to be more lax so that they can expand, not just around the stomach and pelvic area for the fetus, but also in the foot. The foot will lengthen and widen during the pregnancy allowing for a greater surface area to carry the additional weight. After delivering, in most cases, the foot will revert back to normal, although some of my patients complain that their foot has remained at least half to a full size larger. The best bit of advice I can give you is to wear good supportive shoes. These will support the arch, shock absorb during the latter months and accom- modate the swollen foot by loosening the laces. If you were used to wearing higher heeled shoes be- fore the pregnancy and now you are wearing fl ats, you may notice some calf muscle strain, either at its insertion behind the knee or at the achilles ten- don. Pressure of the fetus in the pelvic area where the veins lead back to the heart, may cause a back up of blood in these veins. 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Dr. Jeffrey Brill and Dr. Fred Di Tullio are pleased to announce the opening of Harwood Dental Group We are now accepting new patients! Evening and Saturday appointments available. Call to meet our friendly and knowledgeable staff and take a tour of the offi ce. IN AJAX 1 ROSSLAND RD. W. SUITE 201 (CORNER OF ROSSLAND & HARWOOD) CALL US TODAY TO MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT 905-686-7380 Call 905 427-2007 or email Allergy, Detox and Weight Control Clinic 1550 Kingston Rd. (905) 837-6627 (BN Natural Foods) Call today for an Appointment • Detoxify & Cleanse • Hair Analysis • Menu Planning • Live Cell Analysis Get Tested for 220 Foods (no needles used) Plus TAKE BACK YOUR HEALTH TODAY Karen Steward R.N.C.P., C.N.P.Ages 4 to 100 That’s right, eat fat & lose weight! The ques- tion is what kind of fat? There are two kinds, good fat and bad fat. Rec- ognizing the difference between the two will start you on your way to nutritional well-being. Bad fats can cause free radical damage that can lead to hardening of the arteries and it can also make fat metabolism sluggish (bad fats take a long time to breakdown). Every person’s metabolic rate is different. Genes, hormones, nutrition, exercise and state of health are what effects metabolic rate. Good fats directly infl uence hormones, nutrition and state of health. So for an improved metabolic rate, good fats infl uence three out of fi ve areas! So what are BAD FATS anyway? One source of bad fat is heated refi ned oil. Oil changes chemi- cally when heated at a high temperature. This chemically changed oil is referred to as transfat. Yet, with all that is known about fat metabolism, it remains unknown how transfat is eliminated from the body. Transfat metabolism is a big concern amongst Nutritional Consultants. One conclusion is that it is stored in the body in adipose tissue. This is believed to be the main cause for cellulite. Other bad fats of course include anything deep fried, margarine (because it has gone through an extreme heating process to become solid), tropical oils because of the high content of saturated fat and red meat and should be eaten in moderation (lean cuts only). GOOD FATS GOOD NEWS! Good fats are to be enjoyed regularly; a little goes a long way! EAT FAT to LOSE WEIGHT! They include, raw nuts (in the shell), seeds, avo- cados and unrefi ned oils. These oils include olive, fl ax and hemp oil. Quality oils are high in essen- tial fatty acids (EFA’s). EFA’s are named essen- tial because the body can’t manufacture them and therefore need to be supplied in the diet. Some dietary sources of EFA’s include Cold water fi sh (Atlantic Salmon) unbleached walnuts, other raw nuts & seeds (preferably in the shell) and avoca- dos. Butter and ghee are good in the sense that they are both natural products that haven’t been chemically changed and don’t turn into transfat, but should be used in extreme moderation because they are high in saturates. Lets compare for a moment us to the elite athlete. Dr. Michael Colgan, author of the book Optimum Sports Nutrition concludes this important mes- sage... “Fat consumption only adds dead weight to the athlete”, it is not a good fuel source, and Carbohydrate is the preferred energy source. It is also a well-known scientifi c fact that athletes have a much better capability to burn off fat than the average person. Therefore, if an elite athlete can’t benefi t from fat intake, how can the average per- son? The average person really overdoes it with fat, and fast food and restaurants have an abun- dance of fat in their food to account for good taste. Karen Steward does extensive dietary planning for weight control in Durham, she can be reached at (905) 837-6627. A Summary of what Good fat does for us! 1. Aids in constipation. 2. Gives natural energy, will enhance exercise for better results 3. Can reduce symptoms of infl ammation 4. Gives skin, hair and nails health 5. Does not impair digestion, or take as long to digest as bad fats 6. Is easier to assimilate by the body, and won’t impair fat metabolism 7. Is essential for hormone production & function of the central nervous system. 8. Contains essential nutrients that the body can’t manufacture 8. Boosts the immune system 9. Flax, Olive oil and hemp oil don’t contain cholesterol and can in fact de- crease LDL levels 10. All of the above will contribute to excellence in weight management! Weight loss or maintenance can only be done correctly through nurturing the body’s needs. The irony is that it starts with fat (GOOD FAT)! References: Fats that Heal Fats that Kill (Udo Eras- mus), Optimum Sports Nutrition (Mi- chael Colgan). Karen Steward does extensive dietary planning for weight control and can be contacted at 905-837-6627. By: Karen Steward, R.N.C.P., C.N.P. PTS. LCM Visiting the dentist doesn’t have to be an inconvenience, especially when you visit the Amberlea Dental Centre. Ajax-Pickering residents must agree as the Clinic was again voted the Best Dental Offi ce in this year’s Reader’s Choice Awards. For nearly 25 years, this dental practice has offered a number of services and conveniences to help make dental care as easy as possible. For starters, business hours are very accommodating - the centre is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – and appointment times are very fl exible with same day appointments available. The Amberlea Dental Centre also offers dental emergency care with patients seen in two hours. There are 5 dentists to serve all your dental needs. It also helps that founder Dr. G. Diosy is affi liated with both of Durham’s hospitals. Looking for a second opinion? Amberlea Dental Centre offers free second-opinion evaluations as well as free estimates. You can also bring the kids, ages three and up, to this family-oriented practice, which does Amberlea Dental voted Best Dentist three years in a row everything possible to make their visits fun by using kiddy lingo and tutti-fruity fl uoride. “It’s a great honour that our patients voted us the best for three years in a row,” says co-owner Dr P. Matolcsy. Amberlea Dental Centre is located in te Amberlea Shopping Centre beside the Dominion Save-A-Centre, just north of Whites Rd. and Highway 2. 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Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between December 14 - December 18/05 Peanut butter, baby food among items needed in Ajax and Pickering By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — While doing some holiday grocery shop- ping, the St. Paul’s-on-the- Hill Food Bank is asking people to throw an extra can of beans or jar of baby food into their cart. The food bank, which serves people in both Ajax and Pickering, is continuing to collect for its winter food drive. Hundreds of people -- many of them families with young children -- rely on the charity each month. In the fall the number reached 700 families. Rae Coulter, the execu- tive director, said the need is constantly increasing with more and more new faces walking through the door. Families are allowed to come once a month and are given a box of food, the contents of which varies de- pending on the size of the family. The Thanksgiving food drive was successful and items are still coming in steadily right now, but its during this time they need to stockpile food. “We rely on this food drive to see us through the year,” she said, adding the spring and summer are slow for donations and then things pick up again as part of the Thanksgiving food drive. Items needed include peanut butter, cereal, canned meat, canned fruit, juice and snacks for chil- dren. They are also look- ing for donations of baby food, formula, tea and cof- fee. If the need exceeds the amount of food collected and they run out of certain staple items during the year, the food bank is forced to use it’s limited resources to buy more. In Pickering, items can be dropped off at several grocery stores -- Sobeys, In- dependent, Price Chopper, Loblaws and Dominion -- as well as local fire halls. In Ajax, Sobeys and IGA have donations boxes. Food bank writes its holiday wish list and residents can help A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 durhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND Ajax Attack plays Huntsville Muskoka Otters in junior hockey action at the Ajax Community Centre today (Sunday) at 3 p.m NEWS ADVERTISER High School Hockey Classic The scores: Friday, Dec. 16: Final — Pickering High School Tr ojans 3 (Brendan Hann, Ryan Lane, Paul Kent, MVP Paul Kent) vs. R.S. McLaughlin Trojans 2 (Tyler Abraham, Andy Wreggitt, MVP Mike Vrantsidis) Pickering High School Trojans 3 (Brendan Hann 2, Ryan Lane, MVP Ryan Lane) vs. Notre Dame CSS Cougars 2 (Dave Fearon, Colin Garland, MVP Kevin Prebble) R.S. McLaughlin Trojans 3 (Steve Ta ylor 3, MVP Carson Hyde) vs. J. Clarke Richardson Storm 1 (Alex MacPherson, MVP Evan Pitcher) Courtice Secondary Cougars 4 (Alex Henderson, Curtis Allen, Brandon Castellan, Chris Lukic, MVP Brandon Castellan) vs. West Hill Warriors 2 (Ryan Seagrove, Cliff Naylor, MVP Cliff Naylor) Notre Dame CSS Cougars 4 (Dave Fearon, Mike Costas, Kyle Needles, Chad Gaudet, MVP Chad Gaudet) vs. J. Clarke Richardson 3 (Alex MacPherson, Keegan Donaghey, Tyler Robinson, MVP Tyler Robin- son) Pickering High School Trojans 8 (Michael McFarlane 3, Ryan Lane 2, Alex Rombis, Paul Kent, Dan Strain, MVP Michael McFarlane) vs. Courtice Secondary Cougars 0. R.S. McLaughlin Trojans 4 (Mike Goldhawk, Mike Farrington, Steve Ta ylor, Rob Robinson) vs. West Hill Warriors 3 OT (Will Stephenson, Andrew Kreko, Brandon Seu- persadsingh, MVP Brandon Seu- persadsingh) Thursday, Dec. 15: Pickering High School Trojans 2 vs. R.S. McLaughlin Trojans 2 J. Clarke Richardson Storm 4 vs. West Hill Warriors 2 Courtice Secondary Cougars 4 vs. Notre Dame CSS Cougars 2 Pickering High School Trojans 3 vs. J. Clarke Richardson Storm 2 (OT) Notre Dame CSS Cougars 5 vs. West Hill Warriors 4 (OT) R.S. McLaughlin Trojans 3 vs. Courtice Secondary Cougars 2 (OT). Battle of hockey Trojans goes to Pickering High Ajax school edges McLaughlin in final of Pickering Panthers/ News Advertiser High School Hockey Classic By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — For a third time, the Pickering High Trojans marched into the final of the Pick- ering Panthers/News Advertiser High School Hockey Classic tour- nament. And, for a second consecutive year, the Ajax school skated off with the championship plaque. This time, the Trojans downed another team of Trojans, from R.S. McLaughlin Collegiate in Oshawa, 3-2 in the final of the third annual senior boys’ hockey tourney at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Friday afternoon. Pickering High, which went undefeated with a 4-0-1 mark at the tournament, held off a hard- charging McLaughlin team in the final minute. The Oshawans made it interesting after scoring with 1:10 remaining in the third period to get within a goal. McLaughlin pulled goaltender Mike Vrantsi- dis, but couldn’t get the equalizer past Alex Cyr. After struggling through much of the Durham Region senior hockey season to date, mostly due to injuries, Pickering High coach Te d Snetsinger says his club finally showed positive signs throughout the two-day tournament, which began Thursday morning. “They’ve played well at the tournament,” he noted. “We’ve outplayed a lot of teams this year, but we haven’t been able to bury them. We played well, moved the puck well and they weren’t (play- ing as) individuals.” Pickering’s other coach, Lou Manserra, noted staying out of the penalty box throughout the tournament also played a big role in helping the Trojans win their second Classic title in as many years. Meanwhile, the rigours of three overtime contests in the tourna- ment took their toll on a short- staffed McLaughlin squad, says coach Glenn Ross. “They seemed to have a little bit more jump in their skates than we did,” explained Ross. “We had too many overtime games, three in total in the tournament, so we didn’t have much jump. And, we didn’t have the bodies we nor- mally do.” Pickering High struck for the lone goal of the first period, just 30 seconds into the frame, with Brendan Hann scoring from the slot after a pass from the corner by Michael McFarlane. The Trojans had several good scoring chances in the remainder of the first peri- od and into the middle frame, but were stoned by Vrantsidis, who was McLaughlin’s most valuable player of the final. McLaughlin got on the board with 5:42 to play in the second, with Tyler Abraham depositing the puck behind Cyr. The backbreaker for McLaugh- lin came early in the third with Pickering High playing short- handed. Paul Kent, Pickering High’s game MVP, snapped a fat rebound behind Vrantsidis to give Pickering High a 3-1 lead. Ryan Lane gave Pickering a 2-1 lead early in the third. McLaughlin’s Andy Wregg- itt closed out the scoring with a marker with just more than a min- ute remaining in the third period. As well as playing in the final, Pickering High and McLaughlin opened the tournament Thurs- day, playing to a 2-2 draw. Picker- ing followed with three consecu- tive victories to finish at the top of the standings at the conclu- sion of the preliminary round on Friday. The Trojans defeated the J. Clarke Richardson Storm 3-2 in overtime, Courtice Secondary School Cougars 8-0 and the Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars 3-2. McLaughlin also responded with three wins to book their tick- et to the final, defeating Courtice 3-2 in overtime, the West Hill Col- legiate Warriors 4-3 in OT and J. Clarke Richardson 3-1. SCORING SUMMARY Period 1 Pickering High: Brendan Hann (Mi- chael McFarlane, Ryan Lane) 9:39 Period 2 McLaughlin: Tyler Abraham (Mitch Henry, Carson Hyde) 5:42 Period 3. Pickering High: Ryan Lane (Brendan Hann, Jon Blaha) 12:10 Pickering High: Paul Kent (Alex Rombis) 9:57 McLaughlin: Andy Wreggitt (Mike Schwartzentruber) 1:10 Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Pickering High School Trojans’ goaltender Alex Cyr pounces on a loose puck as Pickering High’s Brendan Hann ties up R.S. McLaughlin Trojans’ Carson Hyde during the final of the 2005 Pickering Panthers/News Advertiser High School Hockey Classic tournament at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Friday afternoon. Pickering High laid claim to its second title in as many years, holding off McLaughlin 3-2. www.kinark.on.ca RESIDENTIAL SUPERVISOR Durham Area Program (Oshawa) As a creative member of the Durham Area Program management team, you will oversee all aspects of a residential treatment home for latency-aged children. To this end, you will be responsible for the overall treatment needs of 8 children receiving residential treatment, and providing direct supervision to a team of Child and Youth Workers. You will also represent Kinark in community forums. Yo u must hold a Child and Youth Worker diploma, or have current professional membership with the Ontario Association of Child and Yo uth Counsellors. Along with 5 or more years of experience in a residential setting working with troubled children, including 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role, you bring a demonstrated background in a multidisciplinary team environment. Proven communication and treatment skills are essential, as is computer competency. A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle are required. If you are a qualified individual interested in meeting these challenges, please submit your résumé, in confidence, quoting file #DUR05-25, by December 23, 2005, to: Margo Wilson, Senior Human Resources Co-ordinator, Kinark Child and Family Services, 500 Hood Road, Suite 200, Markham, Ontario, L3R 9Z3. Fax: 905-940-7378. E-mail: margo.wilson@kinark.on.ca (MS Word format, only). We encourage applicants from diverse cultures. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls, please. Kinark Child and Family Services is an accredited children’s mental health centre, providing quality services to children, youth and their families in a number of communities in Ontario. Our mission is "To be the World Class assembly and sequencing operation to the Automotive Manufacturers." Automodular Assemblies Inc., a Canadian Company is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions at both our Oshawa and Oakville facilities: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - Oshawa Reporting to the Operations Manager the successful applicant will be responsible for direct supervision of the quality assurance staff; establish department objectives to continuously improve the systems and insure that the facility is in compliance with TS 16949 requirements. The successful candidate will represent the Company at our customer locations involving all quality matters. The minimum requirements are a college diploma or university degree in a related field combined with several years in a leadership role with Quality systems experience in an automotive parts environment. The successful candidate will be a team player who is as comfortable on the shop floor as the Boardroom. Intimate knowledge of APQP, PPAP and FMEA are a requirement for this position. ASQ registration is a definite asset. TECHNICAL SUPPORT MANAGER - Oakville Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Technical Support Manager will be responsible for the direct supervision of the I.T. systems and staff, facility maintenance and technical support staff, the technical forecasting, installation, implementation and maintenance of the process, systems support and facility infrastructure of our operations. The minimum requirements are a Community College Diploma in Computer Systems/ Networking Applications/Quality and/or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering combined with several years in a similar leadership role. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - Oshawa Reporting to the Operations Manager, the incumbent will contribute to the development of the Oshawa Operation's goals, objectives and plans and assist in their execution. The incumbent will participate in the development of Corporate Human Resource policies, programs, goals and objectives. He/she will implement and ensure compliance with all approved Corporate Human Resource policies, practices and procedures to support the corporate vision, values and operating philosophy. The incumbent contributes to the attainment of the Oshawa Operation's goals and objectives through the implementation and maintenance of policies, plans and programs in the following assigned areas of responsibilities: Occupational Health and Safety; Organizational Development; Compensation and Benefits; Positive Employee Relations; Recruiting and Staffing; Employee Communications; Community Relations and other Human Resource related responsibilities. The minimum requirements are a University degree in Human Resources or Business Administration. A CHRP designated is preferred. PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR The Production Supervisor is responsible for the direction and supervision of hourly associates on their shift to ensure production, quality and safety requirements are obtained and to meet our window times at our customer's assembly plant. The minimum requirements are a Post Secondary School education with three to five years of relative supervisory experience or equivalent education and experience. Automodular Assemblies Inc. provides a comprehensive compensation package, a rewarding, positive and stimulating environment combined with excellent career growth opportunity. Please forward your resume and salary expectations by email to: hr@automodular.net or by fax to: (905) 665-2539. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please! Our mission is "To be the World Class assembly and sequencing operation to the Automotive Manufacturers." Automodular Assemblies Inc., a Canadian Company is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions at both our Oshawa and Oakville facilities: QUALITY TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Technician is responsible for Quality Department operations of the facility and to ensure that all supplied assemblies to our customer are conforming to customer standards. The minimum requirements are a Post Secondary School diploma in a Quality Technology. A Certified Quality Technician is preferable or related experience and educational equivalent. Three to five years of related managerial experience would be an asset. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Technical Support Manager, this position is responsible for the day to day maintenance and repair of all plant equipment. This includes troubleshooting and planned maintenance. This position requires overtime, weekend work and an on-call commitment. The minimum requirements are a Provincial Skilled Trades License - Electrician, Millwright or Industrial Mechanic with three to five years manufacturing experience in an automotive related industry. SYSTEM SUPPORT TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Technical Support Manager with a "dotted line" to the Plant Manager, the System Support Technician is responsible for maintaining the NT Local Area Network, Workstations, Wide Area Network and all On Line Broadcast Printers running in all facilities. This position is to be on call and available to troubleshoot IT related issues. The minimum requirements are a Community College Diploma in Computer Systems/ Networking A applications with one to three years hands-on computer systems/net- working experience in a just-in-time manufacturing environment. Automodular Assemblies Inc. provides a comprehensive compensation package, a rewarding, positive and stimulating environment combined with excellent career growth opportunity. 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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 SERVICE ADVISOR required for a busy General Motors dealership. Minimum 3 yrs. service advisor experience. Great benefits and remuneration package. Please submit resume to: •gary@roynicholsmotors.com •fax 905-436-2028 •phone 905-436-2222 HAZCO HAZCO Environmental Services is a leading provider of environmental and decommissioning solutions. Hazco re- quires throughout southern Ontario: Heavy Equipment Operators Truck Drivers - AZ Vacuum Truck Drivers Forepersons Supervisors Labourers Mail, deliver, fax or email resume to: Hazco Environmental Services 151 Frobisher Drive, E119 Waterloo, Ontario N2V 2C9 Tel: (519)886-2972 Fax: (519)886-3078 Email: lmackay@hazco.com MANAGERS ASSISTANT MANAGERS for the food service industry If you have experience within the food service industry for the above positions and would like to join a team oriented and progressive company we would like to hear from you. We offer an excellent package to the successful candidates as well as all ongoing training and support. If interested please forward your resume by fax only to (905) 428-2216 We will be accepting applications until December 22nd, 2005. 6 OWNER/OPERATORS Dedicated daily run, Monday-Friday. Round trip, Oshawa to Detroit. Fast Card an asset. 1-888-230-9250 or email:recruiting@genesiscarriers.com Looking for work? Free employment services for youth! YMCA Youth Foyer Are you between the ages of 15-30? Out of school and out of work? Check out our FREE services: • Job Postings & Job Searching Tips • Computers & Internet Access • Photocopying & Unlimited Faxing • Resume and Cover Letter Writing • Workshops on a variety of job search topics • Apprenticeship Information • ...And much more! Visit our Employment Resource Centre: 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 7, Pickering (Kingston Rd. & Valley Farm Rd.) Call (905)686-7060 for more information ® SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION AGENT GROUP 1 OWNER OPERATOR TEAM To provide long distance high value products transportation Dedicated lane running alternate weeks with scheduled stops on route to Vancouver/Seattle 1 OWNER OPERATOR To provide long distance high value products transportation Cross-border flexibility, blanket wrap Experience hauling High Value Products preferred Current AZ driver's license and clean abstracts required Please fax resume and current CVOR/Public Abstracts to (905) 434-4655 Contact Ruth at (905) 728-2400 extension 700, with any inquiries requires PA R TS COUNTER PERSON for our busy parts department Call Craig McKenzie 905-420-9000 Halenda's Fine Foods Ltd. requires WAREHOUSE MANAGER Quick paced job requiring physical lifting, order entry, product flow organization. Meat background & or lift truck experience an asset. Send resume with salary expectations to: •Fax (905) 576-7169 •Email@halendasmeats@rogers.com FRAMING CREWS REQUIRED Oshawa area. Union rates. Call 905-260-5584 ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR Cogir, a growing real estate management firm in Whitby, requires an entry level bookkeeper to support the accounting department. Duties include: accounts payable and receivables, bank deposits, issuing and mailing cheques, assisting in monthly financial statements. Qualifications include, sound understanding of GAAP, computer literate in Microsoft Word and Excel. Please forward resumes by: Friday, December 30, 2005, to Angela Valic, Controller at avalic@toronto.cogir.net RECEPTIONIST Cogir, a growing real estate management firm in Whitby, is looking for a receptionist to answer phones for a busy property management company. Other, duties include, opening and sorting mail, administration work, preparing faxes, ordering office supplies, photocopying and arranging meetings, Qualifications, computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Please forward resumes by: Friday, December 30, 2005, to Angela Valic, Controller at avalic@toronto.cogir.net "Nursing with Our Hearts & Minds" CarePartners is a well-established nursing agency that can offer you flexible self- scheduling, small team approach, competitive wage rates and a full benefit package for both full and part-time staff. We are currently seeking RNs and RPNs for positions for visiting & shift nursing in all areas of Durham. We are interested in applicants who have a broad nursing knowledge base, excellent assessment and teaching skills and ability to work both independently and within a team. Visit our website at www.carepartners.ca Please forward resume to the address below: Fabiola Longo Nurse Managers 206 Gilbert St. West Whitby, ON L1N 7R8 Fax: (905) 668-9160 Email: fabiola.longo@carepartners.ca Personal Attendant Care Inc. Is currently hiring a Customer Service Representative Hours / Shifts: Rotating shifts; 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm 20-30 hours per week Every other weekend and Stat Holidays as required Skills required: Employee and client scheduling Conflict resolution Strong computer skills Excellent problem solving and organizational skills Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment POST SECONDARY EDUCATION PREFERRED Fax - (905) 576-8020 Email - awinacott@pacdurham.ca No calls please. INSURANCE COMPANY rapidly growing and seeking assistance with telephone calls. Contract work done from your home. $8/hour Please fax resumes to 1- 866-557-1517. Bilingualism is a plus. Looking for a new job to start off the New Year? Drop in to meet with an employment counsellor! Oshawa 75 Richmond St. W Ajax 136 Commercial Ave. Bowmanville 132 Church St. www.jhsdurham.on.ca Between 16-24? Not working or in school? Not collecting EI? If so, we’ll help you find a great new job! MATURE EXPERIENCED FT/PT, servers and kitchen prep/ dishwashers required in Ajax. Call 905-427-1221. MATURE SUPERVISOR required for adult day program- Part time, could lead to full time. Administra- tion, computer experience and ac- tivity program experience an defi- nite asset. Fax resumes to: (905) 619-2704. 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. Wa r ehouse / Customer Service Ajax company expanding and requiring pro-active team player with above average communication skills. Fax: (905)-428-1462 email Mhinncore@aol.com WE ARE CURRENTLY seeking a Service Advisor for our Mack/Vol- voTruck Dealership. This candi- date should have experience in the heavy duty truck industry as well as have strong customer service and computer skills. Wages to be negotiated dependent on experi- ence. We offer a bonus program and benefits. If interested please contact our Service Manager by fax at 905-426-2771, e-mail at emontgomery@durhamtruck.com. WORK FROM HOME Build a Lucrative Home-Based Business! Unbelievable support and training. We match you effort for effort. Be your own boss www.ownyourdreams.ca CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer, shop hand. Top Pay! Clean drivers licence. Experienced only. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 Custom Stainless Steel Fabrication Shop Specializing in food equipment, requires for a person FULLY EXPERIENCED in grinding and polishing Items such as Exhaust hoods, Custom Sinks, Tables, and many other items. Please fax resume attention: Al Colterman 905-683-8546 or e-mail to alscontract@aol.com 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. PLANT SUPERVISOR.LTG a ma- terial handling solutions provider seeks a skilled plant supervisor with a min of 5 yrs supervisory mfg. exp. MSOffice, ACAD, OH- SA. F/T. www.leadstechgrp.com Resume to: President, Leads Technical Group, 380 Marwood Dr., Oshawa, On. L1H 8B4. Fax 905.438.0328. No calls. A LICENSED PHARMACIST is re- quired for Lovell drugs in Whitby. This is a part-time position. Excel- lent communication skills and abil- ity to provide excellent pharmaceu- tical care are required. Visit our website at www.lovelldrugs.com Please send resume to: Rita Winn, General Manager, 52-1/2 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, fax 905-723-1421, email ritawinn@lovelldrugs.com CHIROPRACTIC assistant, part time required for busy wellness centre. Multi tasking, pleasant phone manner and computer skills required. Apply with resume: 400 Dundas West, Unit #1, Whitby. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST - Med- ical Receptionist required for a busy medical group practice. Start- ing salary dependent on experi- ence. Please fax resumes to (905) 434-6308 before December 23, 2005. RMT for busy Brooklin clinic. Lo- cum January to March/06. Pos- sibility of extension. (905)655-0752 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 RPN REQUIRED 25-30hrs per week for busy Oshawa specialty clinic. Fax resume to: 905-669- 3832. COOKS required full or part-time and servers for busy Italian restau- rant in Port Perry. Call Franco 905-982-0200 or drop resume off at 151 Queen Street, Port Perry. 'TIS THE SEASON to be jolly- un- less you are a senior with no one to celebrate with. Why not volun- teer to visit a lonely senior or dis- abled adult living in your neigh- bourhood for one-two hours a week? Call VON Durham at 1-800- 263-7970 for more information or email durhamvolunteer@von.ca. Fulfill your New Years' resolution of becoming more community oriented. 30K BELOW FMV!!! 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath. Home in Whitby. 3 years old. Backs onto preserved wilderness. Close to lake/high- way.Excellent condition. 416-390- 3060. A PORT PERRY area NEW spec- tacular all brick bungalow exec. Home on 1 Acre lot Walk to Lake, Agents Welcome, Must see! Ask- ing $274k call 1-877-8789899 toll free GREAT INVESTMENT Property- For Sale by Owner - Ajax South, Semi-detached brick bungalow, 3- bedroom plus 2-bed. bsmt. apt. (Tenants willing to stay). Separate entrance, large fenced backyard, 4-car parking, new furnace, a/c, 6-appliances, priced to sell $215,000. Serious buyers, no agents please, make an offer. 905-686-6773. WHY RENT?? when you can own a spectacular new HOME North of Bowmanville in quaint town, ultra modern, big kitchen, 3 bed's, at- tached garage. Agents Welcome. Must Sell! Asking $169k, carries for as low as $675/mth. call toll free 1-800-467-1766 FOR LEASE, INDUSTRIAL UNITS 2 units - 2600sq.ft. (2000sq.ft. work space, 600sq.ft. office & storage space), 1 unit 2000sq.ft. No body shops. Avail. immediately. Oshawa area. Call 905-429-8239 or (905)723-1123 INDUSTRIAL BAYS, near OC, transport truck high roll-up doors, one bay w/side entrance, air, parking, auto repair, machining, other uses, ample parking. Month-to-month considered. Also Space good for hobbies (905)576- 2982, (905)576-2646. INDUSTRIAL UNIT for rent, ap- prox. 800 sq.ft., with office, work- shop, or storage, with overhead garage door and parking,. 905- 579-1840 or 905-434-5494. APPROX. 380 SQ.FT.self-con- tained office, with washroom. Brock Rd. S. area. $450 monthly plus GST. includes heat & hydro. (905) 427-7400. Available January lst. 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 STORE FIXTURES Enough to fixture 3500-sq.ft. store. Gondolas, shelves, hooks, cash registers, etc. Ideal for dollar, gift, bargain or clothing store. Reg. Price $30,000, asking $10,000 (take all price) 905-571-7713 (Jim) or jimsarracini1@sympatico.ca TAKE ALL ONLY TURF Logic 100% Natural Lawn Care High-Tech, Low Investments franchisesales@turflogic.ca or call 1-866-239-4056 $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 4.85% or Variable at 4.15% OAC,Cash take-outs, Refinances, Self-employed, Commercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. $$$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. From 4.69% for 5 years. 1st. & 2nd Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Best Available Rates Private Mortgage Funds Arrears P.O.S Refinancing Debt Consolidation a Specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Call 905-666-4986 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. A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 18, 2005 www.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 BOWMANVILLE’S FINEST LOCATION OWN NEW! FROM $789/MONTH New Suites from $138,990 2 bedroom from $154,990 • LIMITED OFFER 3 stainless steel appliances and washer dryer • Juliet balconies or patios • Ensuite laundry • Close to 401, public transit & GO • 25 minutes east of Toronto Buy new with $500 initial deposit Ask sales rep for details OR RENT & INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE • New 2 bedroom suites from $1050/mo . • $100 per mo. will be credited towards your future Kaitlin home purchase CALL ERIC 905-697-0513 or KATHERINE 905-697-8261 www.kaitlingroup.com visit our model suite. Prices correct at press time. E&OE 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.) Ta unton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St. ) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Td. & Hwy 2) 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 WASHER & DRYER IN SUITE! 3 bedroom suites available Jan. & Feb. with central air in condo-quality building. Across from Pickering Town Centre. (905) 831-1250 www.capreit.net WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St. ) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Td. & Hwy 2) NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of Viola Louise Martin, late of Town of Pickering, Ontario, who died on September 3, 2005, must be filed with the under- signed on or before January 18, 2006, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated at Toronto, this 2nd day of December, 2005 CIBC Trust Corporation Executor and Trustee GOODMAN AND CARR LLP Attn: RISA AWERBUCK 2300-200 King Street West Toronto, ON M5H 3W5 Fax: 416-595-0567 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of WILLIAM KEITH MARTIN who died on or about the 7th day of September, 2005, late of the City of Pickering, in the Region- al Municipality of Durham, deceased, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before, February 7, 2006 Thereafter the undersigned then has notice. Dat- ed this 23rd day of November, 2005. c/o Erica W.Krygsman, Ducharme Fox LLP, Solicitors for the Estate, 800 University Ave. W., Windsor, ON, N9A 5R9. WOODWORKING COURSES BUILD AN ENTERTAINMENT UNIT Starts: Jan. 23 ~ 14 weeks ‘KNOW YOUR ROUTER’ COURSE Starts: Wed. Jan. 18 ~ 6 weeks BUILD A ROUTER TABLE Starts: Wed. March 15 ~ 12 weeks INTRO WOODWORKING (Level 1) Starts:Thurs. Feb. 9 ~ 8 weeks Thurs. Apr. 20 ~ 8 weeks INTERMEDIATE (Level II) Starts: Fri. Jan. 13 ~ 10 weeks Gift Certificates Available To Register Call Do It Yourself Woodworking Shop (905) 433-9011 www.thecarpenterssquare.com EX HIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTED FEBR UARY 24•25•26 2006 Markham Fairgrounds NOW BOOKING SPACE 10’X5’ booth $495 10’x10’ booths starting at $895 CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVE TODAY AT 1.888.211.7288 BACHELOR APT.- all brand new. $650 inclusive. Parking, downtown Oshawa. Available immediately. 905-922-7015. NORTH OSHAWA,1-bedroom for rent $720/monthly, includes util- ities, fridge, stove, parking, 905- 579-9777. (2) OSHAWA 3 bedrooms, and Bowmanville 2-bedroom, rent in- clusive, laundry, separate en- trance, fenced backyard, parking, convenient locations, hardwood, available immediately. (416)892- 8864 1 & 2-BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge/stove, hardwood, carpet, fresh paint. Shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable. Immediate possession. (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1 BEDROOM APT,Simcoe/401 Oshawa, 4 plex, large sunroom. Includes hydro, water, gas. Coin laundry Available immediately. $750/inclusive. No smoking/pets Call Kazim (416)818-7751 1 BEDROOM APT.,Bond & Wil- son area, laundry, parking, $700 monthly, hydro included, first & last, available Now. Call 905-571- 1598. 1-bedroom $700;2-bedroom $895. Rossland & Ritson. Clean, quiet, adult lifestyle building. Inter- com, suits retired mature working adult 905-720-2352, NO PETS. 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. OSHAWA, CLEAN,new building. 2-bdrms $840/month, avail Feb. 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438-9715. 359 BUENA VISTA,Oshawa, 2 bedroom apartment, laundry, kitchen, dining/living room, available December 20th/Anytime. No pets. $900/month. call (905)725-5587 AJAX - Must see new bright, one bedroom, close to all amenitities. Avialble immediatley. No smok- ing/pets please. $750 all inclusive. negotiable. Call (905) 706-4707, (905) 427-7986 AJAX - NEW 2 BEDROOM APT. Large windows. Separate en- trance. 2 parking. Everything in- cluded. No Smoking, no pets. $950/month. Avail Dec. 23rd. 905- 426-3585. BEAUTIFUL 2-BEDROOM base- ment apt. Kitchen, large living- room, includes parking and cable. Available immediately. $950 inclu- sive. Altona/Kingston, Pickering, nice area. (905)509-5412 after 3p.m. or 24hrs. 416-951-5876. BEAUTIFUL one-bedroom self- contained apt near the YMCA in Oshawa. Asking $675/mo plus hy- dro. Call Jason 905-665-7170 or (905)668-0515 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,modern clean bright 1-bedroom + den. Parking, laundry, suit non-smoking mature adult. No Dogs. Available Feb. 1st. Discount for seniors. (905)725-1052 BROCK ST/TAUNTON RD.- sin- gle person walkout basement apt. Fr idge/stove included, 3pc. bath, parking available. No pets/smok- ing. Available now. $600/mo. util. included. (416)684-1094 BROOKLIN 1-bedroom basement, new professionally finished, separate entrance, partially fur- nished, suit single quiet non-smok- er. No pets. References, first/last. $775/mo inclusive. (905)655-9315. BROOKLIN,newly renovated 1- bedroom, c/a, parking, inclusive. Non-smoker, Immediate. $775/mo. OSHAWA January 1st, 2-bedroom $950, bachelor $550/inclusive, nice, clean, main level of house. (905)655-5789, (905)655-9739 BROOKLIN- 1-bed. apt. 2nd-floor, eat-in kitchen, newly-renovated, 4-appliances, $795/inclusive first/last/references. ALSO one large unfurnished room, 3rd floor- adult-occupied bldg. $495/mo/incl., Both avail. now -no dogs/smoking 905-424-9743. 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. COURTICE WEST/Townline area. Clean, recently redecorated lower level of house, parking, ideal for one. First/last/references $595/in- clusive. Available now. 905-666- 1168 after 5. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - huge 2 bedroom available. Jan. lst. $880. heat, hot water included, parking. Call (905)669-4009, (416) 520- 6392 LARGE 2 BEDROOM basement apartment, clean/bright. Nice quiet neighbourhood. $875/monthly. Pickering, near Whites/Finch. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-420-1903 after 5pm or 416-318-1960 anytime LIVERPOOL/BAYLY - bsmt bach- elor avail immed, $600/mo, first/last, non-smoker, no pets, full- bath, parking, cable, a/c. Close to Go, bus, shopping. 905-420-9497 LUXURY 3 BEDROOM apartment in Oshawa. 2 appliances, air, 2 full baths, utilities extra. $950 per mo. Available immediately. Call (905) 725-9991. NEW PICKERING APARTMENT- Finch/Liverpool. 2 bedroom, sep- arate entrance, parking, laundry, a/c, no pets. $900 inclusive. Available immediately. 647-889- 3065. NEWLY RENOVATED one bed- room main-floor, brand new appli- ances, eat-in kitchen, laundry, parking, available Jan. 1st. $800/inclusive. King/Ritson area. 613-338-3008. NORTH OSHAWA,Russet Ave. Good location, next to bus route, well-maintained, quiet 12-plex small building. Utilities, cable, heating, parking included. 2-bed- room. No dogs. 905-576-2982. or 905-576-2646. ONE BEDROOM bright & clean, walkout bsmnt. apt. freshly paint- ed, new carpet, new appliances, non smoker, lst/last, references, Available immediately. 905-686- 5414. ONE-BEDROOM APT for rent. near Oshawa Center $725/mo in- cludes hydro. Heat, water, cable & laundry facilitiers. This is a new retrofitted Legal apt. (905)725- 4155 OSHAWA Clean, spacious, 2 bedroom, laundry, parking for 2 cars, utilities included. $890/month. Phone 905-420-0514 or cell 289-314-2566. 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 1 BEDROOM available anytime or Dec. 1st. Located at 350 Malaga Rd. $695/mo. inclu- sive. No pets. 905-576-6724 or 905-242-4478. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425, 1-888-558-2622. OSHAWA HOSPITAL area, north of Adelaide, large upper 2-bed- room, 2 baths, laundry, parking, $850/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-579-2350 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, LARGE clean 1-bed- room basement apt. Laminate flooring, very bright with large win- dows, laundry, 4pc bath, parking for 2 cars, all inclusive $700/month, Jan 1st. 905-999- 2460. PICKERING - Quiet, 3 bedroom main floor bungalow, near Go, 401. Laundry, a/c, eat in kitchen, parking, $1250 plus utilities. Avail- able Jan. lst. lst/last. References. (905) 839-4830 PICKERING 1-bdrm. Freshly painted basement apt. with reno- vated 3-pc. bath. Whites Rd./401, separate entrance, parking, no pets/smoking. $750 all inclusive. Avail. January 1st. 905-420-6464. PICKERING ALTONA/SHEP- PARD,2 large bedroom basement apt, big windows, separate en- trance, no smoking, no pets. $800 inclusive. Close to all amenities. Call 905-250-0748 or 905-686- 0010. PICKERING Whites/401 Base- ment apt for rent. 1 bedroom, nice, clean, newly renovated. sep en- trance, 4 appliances, available im- mediately $900-all inclusive. No pets. 416-996-3936 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, walk to GO & Town Cen- tre. $875/mo inclusive. Avail. im- mediately. Call Mike days 905- 427-4077 ext. 24, evenings & wknds 905-442-0020. PICKERING, BROCK/FINCH - Beautiful, large 1 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, cable, jacuzzi. Non- smoker, no pets. Avail. Feb. 1. Single person, $675/mo., or couple $825/mo. inclusive 905-428-3965. PICKERING,LIVERPOOL/BAYLY 2-Bedroom basement apt, all inclu- sive $900, first/last, references. Available Dec 19th. Call 416-509- 8534 or 905-201-8961. PICKERING-LIVERPOOL/HWY#2 New Esplanade building, 2 bed- room plus den, security gate, un- dergroung parking ,gym, applianc- es. mid-January, $1200 plus Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 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. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet, 2-bedrooms. Avail. immedi- ately. $895/mo. Laundry, parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1-800- 693-2778 RITSON/KING.New 3-bdrm (1st,2nd & 3rd floor). Newly reno- vated, eat-in kitchen, dishwasher, private laundry, deck, 3 parking. $1200-inclusive. Immediate. 613- 338-3008 SHORT TERM or LONG TERM rentals. Furnished/Unfurnished. Bright clean 3-bdrms in Oshawa. Close to all amenities. 2 minutes to 401. Cable, internet, parking, laun- dry. ALSO 1-bdrm $650/mo inclu- sive and Rooms available. Angie 905-433-2188. SOUTH AJAX -2 bedroom base- ment. Separate entrance, cable, A/C, Very Private. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately. (416)679-4006 (daytime) or 416- 721-3063 (evening or weekend). UXBRIDGE NEW!To wnhouse / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 VERY LARGE TWO-bedroom, all new, plus in suite laundry, new fridge, stove, washer, dryer, new flooring, etc. Available Jan 1st. No pets. King/Ritson area. $900/month. (905)432-0967 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 -Lovely, bright, new, above ground bachelor apt. Walk- out to private deck, hardwood flooring, laundry. $800/mo inclu- sive. Call 905-666-4302. WHITBY 1 & 2-BEDROOM apts. in 6-plex, includes water, heat, parking and storage. $685 & $855. No pets. Phone (905)430-7567 af- ter 6pm. WHITBY SOUTH-spacious 1&2 bedroom, $750 - $870, laundry, first/last, near Go, (MOVE-IN FREE BEFORE CHRISTMAS) Daytime viewings Mon-Fri. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY-2 bedroom suites $840 to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 BROCK RD/401 – Pickering Con- do 1 bdr + den. 5 appliances, AIR, Jacuzzi, u/g parking, locker. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately or Jan 1. $1200/month inclu- sive. (905)427-1032 OSHAWA - unfurnished, Simcoe & Taunton area. 3 bedrooms, 5 appliances, 1 + 2 half baths, parking, large storage space. No pets. Available immediately. $900/mo. + hydro. Call evenings: 905-433-8864. PICKERING 3-bedroom condo, 5 appliances, 1.5 baths, ensuite laundry, no smoking/pets, $1,350 per mo. first/last. Credit check. Utilities included. Close to Go sta- tion. (905)427-4754. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, fin- ished basement, 1.5 baths, near Hwy #2/Cochran, Whitby. Large backyard, parking, great quiet neighbourhood, near schools. $1350 plus. Available February 1st. (905)665-1706 3 BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED, Adelaide/Wilson. $1200/mo. plus utilities. Available anytime. Appli- ances, laundry facilities, near bus route. Parking, (905)623-7712 3-BEDROOM MAIN floor bunga- low. 4 appliances. Large front/backyard with fruit trees. Suit adult family. Non-smokers. No pets. First/last, references. $1400+ utilities. Available Jan 1st. (905)579-6918 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 - BRAND NEW 3 bedroom semi-detached, 2 1/2 washrooms, 5-appliances, deck, available im- mediately, $1350/mo. + utilities. 905-666-8031 or 416-357-5435. AJAX BASEMENT APARTMENT for rent. $595/month. Includes laundry facilities, separate en- trance, beautiful wood floors and/or parking. Extremely clean! Also, room for rent, $500. Call 416-721-1314. AJAX, DETACHED 2-BEDROOM home, sole occupancy, hardwood floors, private, fenced yard. Close to all amenities. $990/month plus utilities, first/last. Credit check. (905)723-8227. NEWER 4 BEDROOM house in North Ajax. $l,800 per month. Im- mediate availability. (905)683- 1519 OSHAWA - main floor 3 bedroom house for rent, sep. entrance, parking, freshly painted . $1100 including utilities. Available Jan. 1st. Call 905-404-0153 ask for Eileen. PICKERING - Rougemount Dr. North - quaint cottage style home, 2 plus one bedrooms, available Feb lst. $1,200 per mo. Telephone (905) 509-3601. PICKERING ESPLANADE N.3 bedroom townhouse, appliances, underground parking and security. $1, 500/month + utilities. First/last. References. Available February 1st. Call Doug at 905-665-0177. PICKERING VILLAGE TOWN- HOUSE 3 bedroom available Jan- uary 1, 1000 plus utilities, month- ly. 905-683-3303. PICKERING, FINCH/WHITES, de- tached house, upper 2 levels, 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, garage park- ing. Near shopping, schools and transit. $1050 plus 60% utilities. Available January 1st, 2006. Call Harry (416)223-2458, Jennifer (416)223-9166. 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, Thickson/401,3-bdrm mainfloor, hardwood floors, 4-appliances, large fenced yard, c/a, 4-parking. Close to amenities, bus stop at door. Avail. immediate- ly. $1200/mo+ utilities. No smok- ing. (416)496-3986 or email: madge58@hotmail.com 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 COURTICE,Large 3-bdrm town- house, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, garage, finished basement, fenced backyard w/deck, backs onto park, nice quiet neighbourhood, close to 401, available now. $1,250+ util- ities. 905-728-4041. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA CENTRAL,new 2 bedroom townhouse, amenities, end unit. Fully fenced yard, large eat-in kitchen. $775/month plus utilities (Approx $75-100/month). Available immediately. (905)432- 7543. PICKERING -3 bedroom Town- house, (Glenanna/Kingston)No Smoking/pets $1200 + Utilities. Great condition, hardwood floors, avail immediately. Call 416-560- 6854 PICKERING VILLAGE,3-bdrms, close to schools, shopping & GO transit. $1250/mo plus utilities. Avail. January 1st. (905)420-3301 FINCH/WHITES RD.room for rent. Available immediately. Please con- tact Lucia (905)837-8705. for de- tails. LARGE, CLEAN room near OC, furnished, share kitchen & bath, first/last. Available immediately. Phone 905-436-1420. PICKERING / 401 furnished, TV/cable, parking, share facilities, clean, quiet home. Close to amenities. Non smoking/pets, $400. Suitable for quiet working lady. Jan. lst. (905) 427-7073 or (416)738-5150 ROOM FOR RENT Hwy 2/Har- wood. Suitable for student or sin- gle-working person. Close to all amenities. Utilities/cable included. Share laundry/kitchen. No pets/smoking. First/last. Avail im- mediately. 905-686-2155 or 905- 427-2923 WHITBY - BROCK AND TAUN- TON.Very large room in new home. Utilities, cable TV/internet, phone, laundry, parking included. Near transit, shopping. $500/month. lst/last. Available Jan- uary lst. 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York 9500 weight bench with squat rack, leg exerciser, 5-600 lbs. in weights, multiple bars. 3 sets down hill skis, boots, poles, ski bag. 2 pair hockey skates. Scuba weight belt & weights. 705-786-0210. 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. MAGELLAN HANDHELD GPS Explorist 100. 14 channel. New. Won in hospital lottery. $149.00 905-420-3138 or 416- 993-5175. MOVING SALE beautiful newer 3-pc sectional includes 2 recliners & double bed. 9-drawer dresser w/2 mirrors. chair w/ottoman, wing chair, dehumidifer, new Carlsberg Keg barfridge. 905-420-3951 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 NEW KITCHEN CABINETS,fully assembled in boxes, white, com- plete kitchens 50% off - priced to sell. Surplus inventory, great qual- ity. Please call (905)579-4454 ext. 11 or 905-242-0180. 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. SCHUBERT PIANO apt. size $1100 o.b.o. Round oak table, 4 chairs, new $199. Kenmore deep freezer 18cu.ft. $299. Diningroom set, table, 6 chairs, buffet $1,900. Call (905)655-4138 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. 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. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell 905-424- 9411 JACK RUSSELL puppies, 7 weeks old, first shots, ready to go. (905)986-5217 or (905)424-9411 CHIHUAHUA -Male & Female puppies. 8 weeks old, short- haired, various colours. Family raised. Parents on site. Females $800, Males $700. Call after 6p.m. (705)887-6445. DOBERMAN, RED X Chocolate lab pups, 6 male, 6 female, ready before or for Christmas. First come, first serve! $450 each. Call now! (905)571-6283 JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES $500 each. Vet certificate, tails docked, dew claws removed, parents on site. Call after 3 p.m. (905)571- 2910 MULTI-POO PUPPIES,2-Fe- males, 1-Male, Perfect for Christ- mas Present. 1st-Shots. Ready- to-Go Mid-January. $950. No Breeders. (705)277-1189. POODLE PUP -9 weeks old, home raised, vet checked. Apricot, female. Ready to go. (705)277- 3013 PUG PUPPIES vet checked, shots, home raised. Ready to go. 905-438-9355 between 8:30-5:00; evenings 905-623-7998 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 SCHNAUZER POODLE puppies, beautiful, mini's, non-shedding, tails, dew claws and shots done, vet checked, ready to go Dec. 20th, $600. 905-885-7968. SHIH TZU PUPPIES FOR SALE, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked, $450 each Call 905- 260-8855. SMALL DOG waiting for a very loving quiet home. He is not suit- able with young children, but won- derful with other dogs and cats. Please call Durham Animal Adop- tion (905) 438-8411 WEIMARANER,6 months old, lov- ing, intelligent. Asking $500. Seri- ous inquiries only (905)626-6400. WEST HIGHLAND TERRIER pup- pies, vet checked, first shots, home raised, ready to go, $800. 905-342-2095 1976 CORVETTE STINGRAY,t- bar roof, cover, original rims, 350 V-8, in excellent condition. $14,000. Telephone (705)286- 4905. 1988 FORD MUSTANG GT Cobra, auto, 206,000km $4995. 1997 Pontiac GTP 193,000kms $5,995. ATV FOR SALE: 2004 Vinson 500 $6,795. 2004 Eiger 400 $4,800. 1993 Honda 4Trax $3,500. Call Doug days (905)985-0074, evenings (905)985-5569, Dealer. 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. 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Dealer 905-718-5032 1997 BUICK LESABRE, white, fully loaded, 265,000km, certified, excellent condition, $3900. 905- 666-8780. 1999 CHEV LUMINA, p.w., p.l., air, well maintained, certified/e- tested 195,000kms. $3,600. Call (905)683-3180 2003 SATURN VUE, yellow, 69,000 kms, fully loaded plus pow- er sunroof, roof racks and running boards, extended warranty until Dec. 2006, what a steal at $14,500. Call 905-377-8399, leave message. NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-405-7161 1-866-826-7681 CALL BRIDGET BANKRU PTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED CELL: $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleases call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. 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All topped off with a thick slice of Yule-log cake, of course! This seasonal cake, sometimes sim- ply called a Christmas cake, is brushed with fruit jam, rolled and covered with chocolate icing, giving it the appea rance of a log. Have you every wondered about the origin of this traditional des- sert? Its origins, as it happens, traces all the way back to 12th- century Europe. In the days pre- ceding Christmas, it was custom- ary to search out a large log of fresh wood. On Christmas Eve, the hearth was sprinkled with salt, oil and cooking wine and the log was burned. The lighting of the log was accompanied by prayers, and the log was allowed to burn uninterrupted for 12 hours. In the Christian tradition, the ritual came to signify the fact that Jesus was born in a cold, bar- ren stable and had only the warm breath of a donkey and a cow for comfort. The ashes of the log were jealously guarded, as they were believed to offer protection against storms, the ability to heal wounds and the power to fertil- ize the earth. Although customs vary from country to country in Europe, the Yule-log is part of all of them. More recently, in 1879, a French pastry chef created the first Yule- log cake in honour of this cus- tom. In Canada, even if our des- sert tables are often overflowing with a variety of delicacies on Christmas Eve, the Yule-log cake is a perennial favourite, carrying with it the special pleasure of tradition. The tradition of the Yule-log cake has its roots in 12th-century Europe. I would truly like to thank you for your trust and confidence in us over the past 20 years. We would not be here without your referrals and recommendations to others. I trust that you will enjoy your Holiday Season with your families and friends. Take time to reflect on the past, savour the present--it is a gift--and look forward to the future. Happy Holidays Moyra Stephen President C a r d i n a l N a n n i e s & C o m p a n i o n s I n c . Since 1985 CARDINAL NANNIES & COMPANIONS INC. Best Wishes for the Holiday Season A sincere “Thank You” to all my clients from Sylvia Jules Central Funding 905-666-2060 289-314-4098 NEW ADULT CLASSES BEGIN JAN. 16th & TINY 3-4 YRS. CREATIVE DANCE Belly Dancing, Ballroom/Latin, Salsa/Merengue, Latin AerobiX, Hip Hop, Nightclub, Tap, Ballet Group or Private Classes Special Wedding Packages & Christmas Gift Certificates (905) 438-1537 44 Richmond St. W., Oshawa www.rhythmdynamixdance.com Card of Thanks Though her smile is gone forever And her hand we cannot touch Still we had so many memories, Of the one we loved so much. Her memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part; God has her in His keeping, We have her in our heart. In Memory of Jewel Korrine Martin Lorne & Family SHEILIA ELIZABETH ROBERTS Yo u left us just a year ago, A sorrow that still sings Of all the tears and emptiness The loss of loved ones brings. Yo ur day of birth and burial Turned out by chance a day from the same, And so each year when it comes round We feel both joy and pain. Our sadness comes from missing you, And missing you from love, And love from all the love in you That we became part of. Yo ur love is still alive in us, We feel it ever new; Our mourning’s filled with happiness By memories of you. Susan, Kirk and Jennifer McCabe Lawn Maintenance & Snow Clearing Services would like to thank their clients in helping us raise money for the Durham Regional Police & Food Drive. Together we raised $500 that was presented to the Durham Regional Police, 18th Division in Whitby on Thursday, December 15th. Constable Martin Franssen accepted the cheque from owner Shawn McCabe's son Nicolas, daughter Samantha & wife Kathleen. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year A Christmas Tribute to Donald Russell “Russ” Huffman Wo nderful memories woven in gold, This is a picture we tenderly hold Deep in our heart, a memory is kept To love, to cherish, never to forget. Lovingly Remembered by Dad, Mom and families C hristmas Tributes FRAUTS A Christmas Tribute in loving memory of our beloved family. Our Dad Frank who passed away July 29, 1972. Our Mother, Effie who passed away December 23, 1985. Our Brother, Ron who passed away August 21, 1989. Our Brother, Bruce who passed away May 10, 1991. Our Sister, Doreen Bobier (nee Frauts) who passed away August 1, 1993. Our Niece, Debbra Powell (nee Bobier) who passed away June 29, 1990. Husband and Brother-in-law, Michael Anderson who passed away July 18, 1981. Husband and Brother-in-law, Frank Lloyd who passed away May 16, 2005. Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where happiness never dies. You dwell in God’s beautiful garden, Amidst the blue of the skies. Yo u were all so special. Always so thoughtful and kind. We had a closeness that had grown through the years. What wonderful memories you left behind. We will cherish them forever. All our love. Till we meet again. Barbara, Betty, Frank & Don durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 18, 2005 PAGE 25 P Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details TO ADVERTISE IN THIS WEEKLY ADVERTORIAL FEATURE CALL 905-683-0707 & ASK FOR INSIDE SALES! CUSTOM UPGRADES INCLUDED WITH ALL RENOVATION PROJECTS BOOKED THIS MONTH! 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It’s a conversation that will change how you look at investing and worth every minute of your time. Nelson Financial is located at 1739 Orangebrook Court in Pickering. For information call (905) 839-1761 or visit their web- site at www.nelsonfinance.ca. Talk to Nelson Financial Group About Their Safe and Secure Investment Opportunity From left, Investment Manager Paul Torres; Sheri Sampedro, In- vestor Relations and Investment Consultant Pete Knoll. Seasons Greetings From The Staff At Nelson Financial Group Pickering swimmers double up on accolades in Etobicoke Two meets, plenty of records broken PICKERING — Pickering Swim Club athletes doubled their fun during two meets at the Etobicoke Olympium pool this month. The first was the ‘7th Annual Mega City’ meet, which attracted 20 teams from across Ontario. Pick- ering swimmers recorded 118 best times and six club records. Reanna Corkum set two new records in the girls’ eight-and-under category. She swam the 400-metre freestyle in 7:07.19 and the 100m butterfly in 2:06.50. In the same age group, Madi- son Horwood posted a club record in the 100m breast- stroke of 2:00.08. In the girls’ 9-10 age group, Carleen Ginter set a new club mark in the 200m free of 2:30.50 and in the 200m backstroke in 2:53.43. Hollie Smith set a new club standard in the 100m breast of 1:32.84. Pickering swimmers also competed in the 23rd annu- al Youth Cup meet, which brought together 55 swim teams from across Canada. The meet yielded 21 broken Pickering club records. Leading the way were Jessica Ward and Danielle Gomba, who each estab- lished five new records. Gomba set marks in the girls’ 13-14 50m back (31.63), 100m back (1:07.88), 200m back (2:25.11), 50m fly (29.07) and the 200m fly (2:25.52). Meanwhile, Ward was successful in breaking re- cords in the girls’ 15-16 400m free (4:27.99), 50m breast (34.59), 100m breast (1:13.44), 200m breast (2:35.58), and 200m indi- vidual medley (2:23.03). Kaleigh Heard and Re- becca Acheson each broke three club records. Heard set new marks in the 100m free (59.13), 200m IM (2:27.18) and 200m free (2:06.52). Acheson es- tablished new records in the 50m fly (29.97), 100m fly (1:06.28) and 200m fly (2:28.58). Jeff Cernele set new club records in the boys’ 15-16 age group in the 50m back (29.70) and in the 50m breast (32.04). Ginter broke a club re- cord in the girls’ 9-10 age group 400m free (5:15.14). Michael Foster set a new club mark in the boys’ 11-12 800m free (10:01.42). Adam Gomba established a new club record in the boys’ 13-14 50m fly (29.05). PICKERING — Four points in the seventh end sealed the Pine Ridge Sec- ondary School curling team’s fate in a match against R.S. McLaughlin Collegiate of Oshawa last week. The seventh end pro- pelled McLaughlin to a 10-3 win in Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) curling at the Os- hawa Curling Club. After McLaughlin went ahead early, Pine Ridge cut into the lead in the third. 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