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Blaisdale MONTESSORI School OPEN HOUSE Part time available 905-509-5005 www.blaisdale.com 12 months - grade 8 Thurs. Nov. 2 at 7:00 pm 403 Kingston Rd. W. Ajax est. 1969 Sat. Nov. 18 at 11:00 am 365 kingston Rd. Pickering 35.2//-3 s 7).$/73 s 2//&).' 905-686-2445 Visit our showroom 239 Station St., Ajax Manufacturer of SUNROOMS & WINDOWS Judge orders s ix life sentences for cold-blooded killer Woodcock capable of killing again, Crown By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Ronald Woodcock has been handed six concurrent life sentences for the cold-blooded kill- ings of two Durham men and the attempted murder of four others. The sentence, handed down We dnesday by Superior Court Jus- tice Edwin Minden, should send a message that the career criminal ought to be kept behind bars to en- sure the safety of the public, said prosecutor Greg O’Driscoll. “I’ve never, ever encountered an individual who is more dangerous than Ronald Woodcock,” he said. “If this guy has the physical strength to pick up a firearm again he will do so -- and he will kill some- one.” The remarkable sentence comes at the conclusion of an extraordinary saga of crime and justice in Durham Region. Mr. Woodcock, who now has the greying hair and stooped posture of a quietly aging man -- yet still retains the steady, dark gaze of a stone killer -- is the menacing star of that epic tale. Twice he has been tried on charg- es of first-degree murder and at- tempted murder in Durham Region; twice juries have convicted him. He successfully appealed his 1998 con- viction by arguing evidence tendered at that trial -- jurors heard he shot a man who failed to follow instruc- tions during a robbery, the kind of callous behaviour he displayed dur- ing the commission of his crimes in Durham -- was prejudicial. A retrial began last fall, then was derailed by a mistrial. His latest trial began the day after Labour Day and concluded with sentencing Wednesday. Throughout, Mr. Woodcock has silently stared down his victims, in- cluding the innocent bystanders he shot during a robbery at a sporting goods store, and the widows of the two men he killed -- one for his car, the other for getting in the way as he went about his grim business. It was Sept. 14, 1994 when Ron- OPG, police given top marks for employment By Izabela Jaroszynski Staff Writer DURHAM — Durham Regional Police Services and Ontario Power Generation have been named among the best employers in the Greater Toronto Area. In a list created annually by To- ronto publisher Mediacorp Can- ada, the recruitment practices of companies across the country are examined and those judged to be the most active in their field are asked to complete an application process. Judged on seven factors ranging from the physical work- place and social atmosphere to time off and employee communi- cations, Mediacorp chooses the top 100 employers in Canada. For its 2007 edition, it also included the 50 best in the GTA. OPG, Durham’s second largest employer, made the list of the top To ronto-area employers for its ex- tensive training program, ongoing education support through tuition subsidies, and its fitness facilities. Janet Dunlop, the senior vice- president of human resources, said the selection reflects how OPG works at attracting and re- taining quality employees. “We do this through embrac- ing best practices in our employee programs, including safety, well- ness, compensation and benefits programs and many more,” she HANDS OF FRIENDSHIP Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Students at Altona Forest Public School recognized the recent celebrations of Dewali and Eid. Here, Grade 8 student Delany Kandiah applies Henna to the hand of fellow student Tara Lyn. The students also sold samosas and held a cultural dance show. For more on the celebration see Wednesday’s issue of the News Advertiser. 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Jim Hankinson, president of OPG, said he was proud of the company. “Selection as one of the 50 leading employers in the GTA is welcome rec- ognition of the hard work and dedica- tion of our 11,000 employees at OPG,” he said. “We’re proud of our role in helping meet the electricity need of Ontario, we’re pleased to be acknowl- edged as a leading employer, and we are committed to becoming even bet- ter.” Sited for it exceptional maternity leave top-up payments, tuition subsi- dies, and fitness facilities, Durham Re- gional Police Services was not only on the best of the GTA list, but also made the list of the top 100 employers in Canada. It was the first time the police service received the honour. Police chief Vernon White thanked all the members of the DRPS for their hard work and dedication to the orga- nization. “I look forward to seeing DRPS on the list of Top 100 Employers for years to come,” he added. --with files from Torstar news service Durham Regional Police among best employers in Canada ✦ Durham from page 1 durhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at the Metroland Durham Region Media Group TMRogers,Mobius Design,and Your World Right Now are all trademarks of Rogers Communications Inc.used under license. © 2006 For safety tips and info visit www.pumpkinpatrol.com This Halloween night over 800 Rogers employees will volunteer their time for the 22nd Annual Rogers Pumpkin Patrol.Red Rogers vans will canvas neighbourhood streets and offer another set of watchful eyes.Talk to your children and let them know that if they find themselves lost or in an uncomfortable situation, they can get help from a police officer or a patrolling red Rogers van. 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UOIT biology student and Ajax resident Deena Al-Saad adorns her I Am Canadian hat with Gulu Walk buttons. Space provided through a partnership between industry and Ontario municipalities, to support waste diversion programs. Recycled pop and water bottles turn into all kinds of surprising things, like fleece. Recycling works. To find out more visit blueboxmore.ca Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Ad vertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS * Delivered to selected households only Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Ajax and Pickering locations Alex Sunday’s carrier of the week is Alex. 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It was Mr. Woodcock’s pattern to steal a vehicle and use it as the getaway car, leaving the scene of a robbery and driving to where he’d parked his own vehicle, usually just a short distance away. Sometime during the early part of the day the robbers encountered Kenneth Thom- as, a carpenter, who’d said goodbye to his wife Dani- elle at their Pickering home that morning. He’d gone to a Canada Employment Centre in Richmond Hill and done some banking in Pickering -- then vanished. Mr. Thom- as’s remains would be found four months later near the Pickering nuclear plant in a wooded area Mr. Norouzali, an avid fisherman, was famil- iar with. His abductors had marched him to the remote area and shot him four times in the head before driving off in his immaculately-kept Chevrolet Caprice. The killers pulled the Ca- price into the parking lot at Gagnon’s shortly after 5 p.m. Pulling toques over their heads -- no eyeholes, no mouth holes, no visible skin -- they entered the shop, where about a dozen staff and customers were chatting and browsing. Mr. Woodcock, holding a modified semi-automatic .22- calibre rifle, bounded through the door and shouted: “OK, this is it. This is a hold-up. Ev- erybody get down.” As store owner Roger Pardy crouched behind a counter, speaking into a phone, Mr. Woodcock approached, leaned over that counter, and took aim. “I told you to get down, and I’m not f---ing kidding,” he said, then squeezed off two shots. One of the bullets hit Mr. Pardy in the head. The 43-year-old father died on the floor of the shop as his friends and co-workers looked on helplessly. “It was a very powerful statement,” Mr. O’Driscoll said of the sen- tence. “Life sentences were the only appropriate ruling.” Pickering man shot during killing spree ‘It was a very power- ful state- ment. Life sentences were the only appropriate ruling.’ GREG O’DRISCOLL ✦ Pickering from page 1 SUDOKU Now online at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 durhamregion.com 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 PICKERING — Like St. Nick himself, Santa Claus Fund organizers are hard at work long before the holiday season. In fact, the gifts are cho- sen in February, the work- shop is secured and set up over the summer and the packing of gift boxes for de- livery to households begins in October. Thousands of volunteers, including Girl Guides, Scouts and service club representatives, deliver the boxes to kids in need. Fund helpers take the boxes to families having money problems, or per- haps dealing with income- earners in poor health. They often receive a heartfelt thank you or even a tear- ful hug, not just for the gift box, but because someone is thinking of them, whether or not the family celebrates Christmas. “Taking part in the Santa Claus Fund is a very reward- ing experience for our staff,” said Abe Fakhourie, distribu- tion manager for the News Advertiser. “This is our third year tak- ing part in the Santa Claus Fund and each year the re- wards increase,” said Tim Whittaker, publisher of the Metroland Durham Region Media Group which in- cludes the News Advertiser. “Delivering the gift packages across Ajax and Pickering for the past two years has re- minded our employees just how important it is to give back to the community.” Established by Toronto Star founder Joseph E. At- kinson, the fund celebrated 100 years last year. One of eight children in a family of modest means, a stranger bought the young Joe Atkin- son a pair of ice skates after watching him observe other youngsters on a pond and asking why he wasn’t skat- ing. Touched by the gift, he later used the Star to tell the stories of less-fortunate kids, asking readers to donate money to buy them gifts. The 2006 fundraising goal is $1.4 million with plans to distribute 45,000 gift boxes to underprivileged children across Toronto, Missis- sauga, Brampton, Ajax and Pickering. The News Advertiser is involved for a third year, aiming once again to deliver 1,000 gift boxes to children in Ajax and Pickering. On- tario Works and more than 60 special service agencies in the communities submit children’s names to the Star. Every dollar raised is used to purchase the items contained in the gift boxes, which go out to kids up to 12 years of age. Each box holds a warm sweater, socks, mit- tens, a hat, book, toy, candy and, beginning this year, a toothbrush and toothpaste for kids four to 12. Babies re- ceive two sleepers, candy for mom and dad and a small toy. The items are all new and bought directly from manufacturers at great cost savings. To make a VISA or Mas- terCard donation by phone, call the Santa Fund hotline at 416-869-4847. Cheques or money orders can be made out and delivered to The Ajax Pickering News Adver- tiser Santa Claus Fund, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON., L1S 2H5. To make an online donation, visit www.thestar. com/santaclausfund. All donors receive an in- come tax receipt after the campaign ends in January 2007. Acknowledgement cards are available by call- ing the Santa Fund hotline. Donor contributions will be published in the Toronto Star during the campaign, until mid-January. If you or someone you know has been touched by the Santa Claus Fund, we’d like to hear your story. Please e-mail details, along with contact information, to mjohnston@durhamregion. com. FREE CONSULT - GIFT CERTIFICATES Medical Grade Technologies. Health Canada Approved 905.831.9700 1084 Brock Road (South of 401) www.facialplace.com Beauty Solutions that make a difference! Photo Facial Rejuvenation • Chemical Peels Laser Hair Removal • Acne Light Treatment Microdermabrasion • Accent® Radio Frequency Non-Surgical “Lunch time” Face Lift Rosacea - Sun Damage Pigmentations,Veins Unwanted Face/Body Hair Wrinkles & Fine Lines Double Chin & Jowls Love Handles, Flabby Tu mmy, Saddle Bags CELLULITE Photo Facial with any Laser or Radio Frequency Package purchased before Nov. 15/06 FREE MediSPA The Facial Place Non-Surgical THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 5 Pdurhamregion.com To the Trustees of The Toronto Star Children’s Charities We have audited the statement of continuity and composition of the Santa Claus Fund of The Toronto Star Children’s Charities as at and for the year ended December 31, 2005. This financial statement is the responsibility of the Charities’ management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on this financial statement based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform an audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial statement is free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statement. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. In our opinion, this financial statement presents fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Santa Claus Fund as at December 31, 2005 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles. Toronto, Canada, Ernst & Young LLP May 5, 2006. Chartered Accountants Auditors’ Report The Toronto Star Children’s Charities STATEMENT OF CONTINUITY AND COMPOSITION OF THE SANTA CLAUS FUND As at and for the year ended December 31 2005 2004 $ $ OPERATING FUND Income Donations from the public 1,517,934 1,293,902 Bequest [note 4]––100,000 Interest 8,690 5,601 Total income 1,526,624 1,399,503 Disbursements Gift boxes 1,507,327 1,295,585 Excess of income over disbursements for the year 19,297 103,918 Operating fund, beginning of year 367,442 363,524 Transfer to capital fund [note 4]––(100,000) Operating fund, end of year 386,739 367,442 CAPITAL FUND Capital fund, beginning of year 283,795 183,795 Transfer from operating fund [note 4]––100,000 Capital fund, end of year 283,795 283,795 Total funds 670,534 651,237 Consisting of Cash and short-term investments 688,419 671,047 Accounts receivable and accrued interest 62,532 82,314 Accounts payable (68,445)---- Inter-fund balance (11,972)(102,124) 670,534 651,237 The Toronto Star Children’s Charities NOTES TO STATEMENT OF CONTINUITY AND COMPOSITION OF THE SANTA CLAUS FUND December 31, 2005 1. PURPOSE OF THE FUND The purpose of The Toronto Star Children’s Charities [the “Fund”] is to provide gifts at Christmas through the Santa Claus Fund and to provide the summer camp experience through the Fresh Air Fund to underprivileged children. The Fund qualifies as a charitable organization under the terms of the Income Tax Act (Canada). For fiscal 2005, the Fund has met the distribution quota requirements to maintain its status as a charitable organization under the Income Tax Act (Canada). 2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES The financial statement of the Fund has been prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles. The Fund follows the restricted fund method of accounting. Donations, the use of which is stipulated by the fundraising appeal, are recorded as revenue when received or receivable if the amount to be received can be reasonably estimated and collection is reasonably assured. Those amounts where the donor requires that the principal be maintained on a permanent basis are recorded as revenue in the capital fund. Contributed services are not reflected in this financial statement. Contributed materials are recognized as revenue and expensed at their estimated fair value. Investments are recorded at cost. Income and disbursements are recorded on the accrual basis of accounting. Administrative expenses incurred in the operation of the Fund are absorbed by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited. Capital assets are recorded at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is determined on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets. 3. STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS A separate statement of cash flows has not been presented as the information is disclosed elsewhere in the financial statement. 4. BEQUEST In 2004, the Santa Claus Fund received an unrestricted bequest for $100,000. This bequest was transferred to the capital fund, and will be transferred to the operating fund and disbursed in future years at the discretion of the Board of Trustees. Photo by Carlos Osoria/Toronto Star Helping package boxes for the annual Santa Claus fund are, left to right, Jagoda Pike from the Toronto Star, Ron Lenyk publisher of the Mississauga News, Ken Nugent, publisher of the Brampton Guardian and Tim Whittaker, publisher of the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser. Santa Claus Fund makes Christmas brighter durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, OCTOBER 29, 2006 EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Change batteries along with clocks Five minutes of your time can save your family Did you remember? If you were late for church or for a morning coffee with the gang at Tim Hortons today, it’s clear you’ve forgot- ten that daylight time is in effect, meaning at around 2 a.m. today our clocks fell back one hour. Indeed, the season of dark- ness, leading up to the start of winter in December, has begun. It’s not likely that failing to set clocks and watches back put anybody in danger or cost lives. However, along with daylight time comes another reminder, often ignored, from town and city fire services across Durham. It’s time to change the bat- teries in smoke detectors, time to have the furnace cleaned and inspected and, if you have a wood stove, definitely time to ensure it’s in good and safe working order before the truly chilly weather sets in. And, for heaven’s sake, if you don’t have smoke detectors, get some. It seems simple enough but, sadly, this winter we will likely hear a few horror stories because someone didn’t take the danger seriously enough to get one or all of these things done. Surely your family is worth the minimal cost of buying smoke detectors and batteries. The Town of Ajax, in a recent press release, notes it’s not dam- aged smoke alarms in a house that often leads to a tragedy. “The most commonly cited cause of non-working smoke alarms is old or missing batteries,” states Ajax Fire Chief Randy Wilson, adding that 70 per cent of the deaths caused by house fires occur in houses without working smoke alarms. And, as Chief Wilson suggests, it’s not like changing batteries is an onerous task that takes a lot of time and skill. “Changing smoke alarm batteries once a year is one of the simplest, most effective ways to reduce these tragic deaths and injuries,” he says. “In fact, a working smoke alarm cuts your risk of dying in a home fire by nearly half, and it’s the law in Ontario to have working smoke alarms on every level of your home.” Now, in urban but especially in rural areas, many homeown- ers rely upon a wood stove to help defray the cost of running the oil or natural gas furnace. Some hearty souls even go all wood all the time. Vigilance and maintenance of your wood stove is a must. Don’t let another year go by before you have the stove pipe inspected or cleaned. This newspaper would be thrilled not to have to report in- juries or deaths caused by house fires. Do yourself and your family a favour and listen to the advice from your local fire department. Province should make transit an essential service To the editor: Amalgamation. Amalgaripoff! First it was a 30 per cent transit fare increase. Now a three-week withdrawal of bus services. What’s next? Hitch- hike your way to the GO station? Where are the howls of protest? The voices of Durham’s elected officials are silent on this critical situation (so too is that of our unelected re- gional chairman). When is the Province going to enact legislation to prohib- it the withdrawal of essential transit services that so many citizens rely on? Bill McFadyen Ajax NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail mjohnston@durhamregion. com; Mailing Address; 130 Com- mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Tr ade, Ontario Community Newspa- per Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Cana- dian Circulations Audit Board. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: mjohnston@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been cho- sen for publication. But residents should point the finger at the Province as well P robably Durham’s lowest-paid politi- cians, school board trustees are being slammed for the salary increase they recently approved. Under the recommendation of a citizens’ advisory committee, Durham’s public and Catholic school boards voted themselves 100 per cent of the maximum salary in- crease and retroactive pay permitted by Ontario legislation. Starting Dec. 1, the new annual salary is $16,451 for the public board and just over $11,000 for Catholic board trustees, com- pared to the $5,000 they currently receive. The legislation allows a base trustee salary of $5,900 plus an additional amount deter- mined by student enrolment. Chairpersons and vice chairpersons get a premium. Although turned down at the public board, the Catholic board also approved a $50 attendance fee per meeting for the Su- pervised Alternative Learning for Excused Pupils and Special Education Advisory committees. Retroactively, current public trustees will get $20,535 for the 15-month period it applies to, and Catholic trustees will get $7,832.50 added to the $6,250 they would have received. That’s a big chunk of cash for trustees who were voted in with $5,000-a-year honorariums. The back-pay was enough to make Liz Roy, a Whitby public school trust- ee, vote against the motion, even though she supports the salary increase. Trustee Roy is running for Whitby Council in the Nov. 13 election, and said she plans on donating some of the retroactive pay she’ll receive back to schools. She should give it all back if she’s serious. Pickering Trustee Paul Crawford took the easy way out and refrained from voting. Similar protests occurred at the Catholic board. Pickering Trustee Paul Bannister de- clared a conflict of interest for the salary increase and retroactive pay and refused to vote. He promises to give back the net increase of the raise to school communi- ties if re-elected; it will be interesting to see what he does with the retroactive portion if he isn’t re-elected. It shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone that trustees voted for the increase - they have been underpaid for years and most people would have likely done the same. Vo ters have every right to be upset, but they shouldn’t just be pointing the finger at trustees. In the true spirit of downloading, the Province passed the buck and the blame onto school boards and left them to decide on the increases just weeks before an elec- tion. People should be asking the Province why it didn’t start with a smaller increase, allowed the retroactive pay, and earmarked funds specifically for salaries instead of al- lowing them to be spent on textbooks, bus- ing, and other things that impact students. Crystal Crimi’s column ap- pears every third Sunday. Email ccrimi@durhamregion.com. 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He knows first hand the misinformation out there about HIV and the discrimination people who have it experience. Rev. Willoughby is HIV-positive himself. “(I started HIV 101) to try and get rid of some of the misconceptions and prejudice,” he said. “It isn’t a huge crowd that comes out, but it’s a start.” It wasn’t until the first class in September that he revealed his status to those in atten- dance. He asked the six people how many of them knew someone who was HIV positive and just one person put up his hand. “I said most of you are wrong, you all know someone who is HIV positive, you all know me,” Rev. Willoughby said. “They were sur- prised, but very supportive, and I think it’s made them more anxious to learn.” He disclosed his status to the whole con- gregation in the autumn newsletter, after eight years at St. Paul’s. Since then he’s received e- mails and words of support. “I really believed it wouldn’t make a differ- ence to the majority of people,” he said. Since the newsletter he’s felt a lot better. “It’s like you’re not hiding, afraid someone is going to find out,” he said. Rev. Willoughby found out he was HIV posi- tive in 1994 and his reaction was to stick his head in the sand like an ostrich. He didn’t seek treatment or tell his family, not even his daugh- ter, although he did tell his wife. “I thought my life was over and I had all the misconceptions everyone else did,” he said. He didn’t start seeking treatment until he was hospitalized, and near death, a few years ago. Today, he is passionate about educating people and getting the church to be a part of that. “I’m very passionate about people knowing and understanding about the disease, to dispel the misconceptions, to do away with the preju- dice and discrimination,” he said. For example, he said, there are still a lot of people who think HIV can be contracted in general social situations. St. Paul’s has been raising awareness about HIV/AIDS. Canon Kim Beard has been talking about it, including spotlighting a mission trip to Kenya focusing on AIDS; highlighting Rev. Willoughby’s participation in the AIDS Walk of Durham; inviting Peter Richtig, the executive director of the AIDS Committee of Durham, to come speak to the congregation; and in July asked Rev. Willoughby to arrange a service focusing on the theme of AIDS. “All of these things have just opened the door where people are ready to learn more,” Rev. Willoughby said. He would like to see other churches follow St. Paul-on-the-Hill’s lead. “I’m really trying to get other churches to do something,” he said. “It’s going slow, but there are some encouraging signs.” Rev. Willoughby agrees with those who say churches should take an active role in the fight and that every church should be involved because of the magnitude of the disease and the fact that the number of people who are not aware of their status is compelling. He believes churches should be involved be- cause they have a large number of volunteers, are old, established organizations, and have credibility in local communities. The next step is starting a support group for people living with HIV/AIDS in Durham. Rev. Willoughby knows a lot of people affected by it live in isolation and for many people in Dur- ham travelling to Toronto for a support group is a challenge. “There are people here in Durham Region who are totally alone,” he said. “They are cut off from family and friends and I find that totally unacceptable.” He would also like to begin an HIV/AIDS healing service similar to one he attends in To ronto, where the priest or minister prays for those with HIV/AIDS. With the first session of HIV 101 coming to an end at the beginning of December, Rev. Willoughby is planning another. Currently they run every other week at St. Paul’s. As well, as part of AIDS Awareness Week, African a cappella group SoulInfluence and Jim Cantelon of Visionledd will be participating in the church’s next power, praise and healing Nov. 26. For more information on that evening, HIV 101 or the support group, call the church at 905-839-7909. Rev. Willoughby’s extension is 44. Rogers Pumpkin Patrol Kicks Off Annual Safety Program The Annual Rog- ers Pumpkin Patrol kicked off its October Safety Program at the Kids Safety Village in Whitby. It’s the perfect time to remind parents and their children about safety tips and to be re- assured that red Rogers vans will be out watch- ing for children’s safety on Halloween night. Throughout the month of October, the Rogers Pumpkin Patrol will be or- ganizing various Halloween safety pro- grams across Ontario, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. These programs consist of visiting schools with local po- lice to share important safety tips with students in grades 2 and 3 as well as distributing loot packs which contain a refl ective armband and a safety tip fl yer. They will also be informed about ‘Pa- trol Night’ where Rogers’ employees volunteer their time to drive company vans through local neighbourhoods. “The Rogers Pumpkin Patrol is a long-standing tradition at our company, and for 22 years we’ve been out on the streets and doing what we can to keep Halloween fun for the kids while at the same time giving parents peace of mind,” says Earl Dusek, Regional Presi- dent, Rogers Cable Inc. “While the Dur- ham Regional Police use as many patrol cars as they can on Halloween night, they can’t be on every street, so we help out with our company fl eet.” Parents and their children can visit www.pumpkinpatrol.com to play games, participate in our Halloween drawing contest or to be Pumpkin Pa- trol approved by passing our Hallow- een safety test. Durham Regional Police Ser- vice Chief Vernon White joins Rogers Inc. Regional Presi- dent Earl Dusek, The Rogers Pumpkin and the Grade 2 class of St. Teresa Elementa- ry School for the big kickoff. 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More allegations in child abuse case Accused went to school in Pickering By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — More allegations of sex- ual abuse have been made against a man already facing hundreds of charges, police said. Investigators with Durham’s sexual assault unit said Thursday that two more females have come forward to say they had contact with Michael Ross Stratton, who has been charged with 282 counts since first being arrested in June. The two who have come forward this week said they had contact with the 39-year- old Mr. Stratton in the late 1980s, police said. No charges have as yet been laid as a result of the new allegations, police said. The new allegations surfaced after a stunning and highly-publicized develop- ment in the case Tuesday. That’s when detectives drove to the Central East Cor- rection Facility in Lindsay to re-arrest Mr. Stratton and bring him back to an Oshawa court to face 244 new charges. Detective Randy Norton said the new charges arise from an investigation that’s been ongoing since Mr. Stratton was first arrested in June and charged with 28 counts including sexual assault and making child pornography. The origi- nal arrest came about as a result of a complaint by a distraught girl and led police to seek a search warrant for Mr. Stratton’s Rosedale Drive home. Cops seized computers and video equipment and pored of “hundreds of hours” of video portraying the sexual abuse of children, Det. Norton said. Police held a news conference in Au- gust, calling for anyone who’d had con- tact with Mr. Stratton to come forward. That call resulted in more information coming in, Det. Norton said. Police have identified 10 possible vic- tims and believe there may be more, he said. Det. Norton said Mr. Stratton grew up in Durham Region and has lived in Whitby for several years. He also at- tended school in Pickering, he said. Mr. Stratton’s Whitby home was well- known as a place frequented by young people, he said. Police continue to investigate and urge anyone with information to call 905-579-1520, extension 5363, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. durhamregion.comP PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 During the municipal election campaign the News Advertiser will visit local municipal wards to find out what voters think are the most relevant issues. Today we hear from voters in Ward 3. Bernard Shoemaker ‘Things are pretty good. Mayor Dave Ryan does a good job. I’m in favour of the airport, I think it would be a good thing.’ James Koumi ‘I think the infrastructure has been ignored and nobody wants to face the issue. They just can’t keep giving out permits to developers. It’s a real problem.’ Marilyn Thorpe ‘I’d like to see the airport issue dealt with properly once and for all. It would be nice to see an airport on this side of Toronto.’ Brad Bassett ‘I’ve got no specific problems about the is- sues. I’d like to see a detailed job description or outline about the responsibilities that each councillor has.’ Residents told no schools are currently for sale By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — The recent pay raise trust- ees voted themselves was one issue of con- cern at the Ward 2 all-candidates meeting Wednesday night. “I have no objection to anyone getting the increase,” said Trustee Paul Crawford, who abstained from voting on the issue. “It’s something that should have taken place a year or two ago...I do know all of the team at the Durham District School Board, DDSB, deserve it.” Public board Trustee Sherry Croteau was supportive of the raise, which the Province mandated school boards to look at. “It enables trustees to become better rep- resentatives for their community,” she said. “An increase in compensation will allow trustees to focus more time on this very im- portant job.” Durham Catholic District School Board incumbents faced a question about the pos- sible closure of the local school, Holy Re- deemer Catholic School. “No schools are currently up for sale,” said Trustee Paul Bannister, adding that was a possibility included in a report that was looking at a 10-year plan for the board. “It’s pretty much still up in the air,” he said. “It’s in the study phase.” Trustee Jim McCafferty said now that the redevelopment of the Bay Ridges Plaza has been approved, the board would have to look at enrolment projections for that area. “More than likely we will not combine the schools,” he said. (The other school is Our Lady of the Bay Catholic School). Special education was also an area of con- cern. “Even though there are resources in place right now, I feel it is important to lobby other levels of government to make them aware of the students we have with these needs,” said public school board candidate Chris Braney, responding to a question about funding. As someone who works with at risk youth, DDSB candidate Paul Pryce said he knows the importance of attention early in a child’s life. “We need to recognize those children be- cause if we don’t give them special help early on they may slip through the cracks,” he said. Gerry Downes, running for a spot on the Catholic board, believes schools are doing a good job providing the right education tools to students. He wants to help make the schools in Pickering the best they can be. Two Catholic trustees are to be selected to represent Pickering. Two trustees are also to be chosen to rep- resent Pickering on the public board. Also running, but absent from the meeting, were Craig Fairclough and Carlton Wright. Nick Boileau and Olga Lambert attended the meeting. They are two of four candidates running for the French language Catholic school board. Also running are Andre Barrett and Dar- quise Nicol. One trustee for Durham (ex- cluding Clarington) will be selected. Sylvie Landry, who was acclaimed for the French language public school board, also attended the event. Grade 10 civics class holds forum By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer PICKERING — As Cody McFaul sat in Dunbarton High School’s theatre hall and watched the adults below, he contemplated a decision that could impact his life. Mr. McFaul, an 18-year-old student at the school, is voting in the upcoming municipal election, and was paying close attention to trustee hopefuls participating in an Oct. 25 candidate forum hosted by Dunbarton’s Grade 10 civics class. While his peers asked questions and received answers, Mr. McFaul watched the body language of those running for office as they read scripted introductions, jingled change in their pockets, or stepped closer to the audience, until it was his turn to ask them something. “My question is, why should I vote for you?” he asked. “What I can bring to the board table is that enhanced skill set of building a team,” said Chris Braney, the first of five Pickering public school board candidates to answer. Craig Fairclough said he’s very passionate about education and recognizes the chal- lenges in becoming successful. “Essentially, to make sure you folks are appropriately represented,” said Mr. Fair- clough. Paul Pryce, an outreach worker, said he has experience working with kids in and out of the system and managing budgets. He wants to develop programs to help students reach their unlimited potential. Next was incumbent Paul Crawford, a trustee for nine years. “I’d say take a look at this face,” said Trust- ee Crawford, beckoning upward. “It’s not a pretty face, but it’s a very experienced face.” Another incumbent, Sherry Croteau, fol- lowed. “I listen to all of the arguments. I never walk into the boardroom knowing how I’m going to vote,” said Trustee Croteau. She added she is fair and always votes with her conscience. After the session, Mr. McFaul said the forum helped him make up his mind on who to vote for on election day, Nov. 13. “It kind of showed me who stands out,” said Mr. McFaul. It also helped other students choose who they would vote for if they could. When the candidates left the hall after the forum, Grade 10 Civics teacher James Blair asked his class for whom they would vote. He said the majority of kids liked the laid back nature of Trustee Crawford and also liked Mr. Pryce and Mr. Fairclough, but leaned a little more toward Mr. Fairclough. “Some of them were prepared and some weren’t,” said student Jessica Norman. “And some of them tried too hard,” added pupil Katie Ross. She was also turned off by Trustee Croteau reading her opening state- ment from a sheet of paper. “Kids are a little smarter than you think,” said Mr. Blair, adding they picked up on contradictions between behaviour and an- swers. About 100 Grade 10 civics students at- tended the forum, 26 of them from his class. Mr. Blair said the class is mandated and the forum was to try and get kids more involved and interested in politics. 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We would also like to remind the residence of Ajax of our Annual Poppy Dance on November 4, 2006. Tickets on sale at the Legion at a cost of $5 per ticket. Veterans Parade Sunday November 5, 2006 at 1:00 pm. All proceeds go to the Poppy Fund. Annual Remembrance Day Service November 11, 2006 at 10:45 am. The Royal Canadian Legion BRANCH #322 AJAX 111 Hunt Street, Ajax Thank You Ajax Reg Sherren, Poppy Chairman THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com AJAX — Why wait until Nov. 13 to vote when you can do it ahead of time. Advance polls will be open at the Ajax and McLean community centres starting next week and voters from any of the four wards can at- tend either site. The polls will be open on Friday, Nov. 3 from noon to 8 p.m., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 and Sunday, Nov. 5, and from noon to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6. Personal identification will be needed to vote at an advance poll. 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RON ROUTH SALES PERSON RE/MAX FIRST REALTY LTD. Brokerage 905.831.3300 905.686.3330 1-866-539-3300 Members pull for one another, despite sport’s competitive nature By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — With music play- ing in the background, the whoosh of skates cutting through ice and the grace of movement blend to- gether seamlessly at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Monday night. Yo ung skaters, and plenty of them, glide in different directions on the ice, but there’s not a hint of disorganization. They seem to know intuitively where to be on the surface at any given time. This group, says Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club president Leslie Allain, is working on ice routines within the relatively new ‘skills’ program on this night. The skaters glide in different patterns on the ice, all set to music. “The interesting thing is to watch the different levels of skat- ers on the ice at the same time. The senior skaters are doing pat- terns that can get quite difficult,” explains Allain. The ‘skills’ program replaces age-old ‘figures’ which, as the name suggests, is where skat- ers cut figures on the ice. “A ny figure skater who’s been around for the past 10 years knows what figures are,” she notes, add- ing that about 75 per cent of the club’s junior and senior skaters do ‘skills’ for an extra half hour once a week. Allain is definitely in her ele- ment rinkside, intently watching the skaters being put through their paces. For the past three-and-a- half years as president, preceded by two years on the SCPSC’s board of directors, she’s been a driving force behind the club, in its 34th year in Pickering, keeping every- thing fine-tuned for the benefit of the skaters. She’s a firm believer in fair play, with skaters, executive members and coaches committed to helping all its skaters succeed. “A lot of the girls are com- petitive people because it’s an individual sport. Being competitive is in their na- ture and yet we’re con- stantly tempering that competitive nature. We try to make them work together, teach each other moves and dance steps.” Many of the club’s 500 skaters, boys and girls who range in age from five to adult, are in the pre- school CanSkate and the CanSkate programs. Both introduce young- sters to skating, while also rein- forcing the fundamentals. Some CanSkate graduates, says Allain, move into hockey or ringette, but the majority will con- tinue on in skating, moving through Skate Canada’s STARskate tests, begin- ning with the preliminary dance, freeskate and skills. They then progress to junior bronze, senior bronze, silver and gold. Gold, with the exception of the diamond dances, is the highest test attain- able in STARskate. “If you pass gold tests in any of the disciplines, it’s considered to be the ultimate test level,” explains Allain. “That means the kids are on the ice until they’re 16 or 17 years old. All of them are fit and skating four times a week and they’re all dedicated to what they’re doing. They have fun, but they’re dedi- cated to doing their tests.” One of the skaters on the ice for the ‘skills’ session is 16-year-old To ri Giglio, who, since starting at age seven, has been working on the various skating tests with great success. This season, the Grade 11 student at Dunbarton High School hopes to achieve her gold dances as well as her gold skills. She’s already met the gold standard in interpretive skating. Currently, she’s completed one of the four dances within the gold dance tests. She’s passed the Quickstep, but still needs the Ar- gentine, Viennese and the Silver Samba to gain the all-important gold status. Meeting the test challenges, says Giglio, is what keeps her com- ing back to the SCPSC each season. “I just love to skate. I love doing the tests and I want to get higher for myself, not necessarily to compete against someone.” She’s been coached by the dean of coach- es at the club, Linda Don- nelly, who’s been instruct- ing young skaters at the club continuously for the past 23 years. “I’ve had her as my coach all the way through,” says Giglio. “I’ve never thought of changing my coach; I love her.” Giglio says the club and its members are almost like family, as everyone’s pulling for each other. “Everyone is so nice and the coaches are so nice. Even if they’re not your coach, they’ll help you if you need it. All the skaters help each other to improve. I love the people and the atmosphere here. Everyone feels welcome. I look forward to coming to skating.” Allain concurs, noting the club is extremely close-knit. She recalls an emotional occurrence several years ago when a senior skater at- tempted to pass a gold test. It was almost like the entire club was willing her to succeed. “I know most of the kids in the senior program. I’ve known them since CanSkate. You get to know what they’re like, know their suc- cesses and failures and you cheer when they do well. One of our skaters, Savan- nah Heathcote, was trying to pass her gold freeskate, which she skated seven times. We were all crying with her when she finally passed it. I haven’t been as excited for anyone in my life.” A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, OCTOBER 29, 2006 durhamregion.com PART OF DOWN TO GO QTR For more on this story SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Club atmosphere not an icy one A.J. Groen/News Advertiser photos Skate Canada Pickering Figure Skating Club members Sandra Black, above, and Tori Gi- glio, top right, practise their routines at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Pickering Skating Club: Vitals • Skate Canada Pickering Skat- ing Club (SCPSC) is a non-prof- it, volunteer-run organization offering complete instructional skating programs that range from learn-to-skate to competi- tive; • Skate Canada Pickering Skat- ing Club was founded in 1972; • The club is home to approxi- mately 500 skaters, mostly in the Preschool CanSkate and CanSkate programs. About 100 skaters are in the junior, inter- mediate and senior programs; • The club currently has 13 coaches, all of whom are certi- f ied through Skate Canada; • Following CanSkate, skat- ers move into the STARskate program, which consists of a series of tests in the junior, intermediate and senior lev- els. Tests include those in skills, dance, elements and freeskate disciplines. Gold tests (with the exception of the diamond dances) in each of the disciplines are the highest available, taking many years of commitment and work in order to achieve; • The SCPSC also has synchro- nized skating as part of its pro- gram. Currently, the club has two synchronized teams: The Ice Rockets juveniles, for ages nine to 14, which has 16 skaters. There’s also the Ice Rockets novices, for ages 12 to 17, which has 20 members; • The highlight of the skating season is the annual Home Club Competition each December, where all the junior, intermedi- ate and senior skaters compete in various events in front of judges during the day. The club also hosts a ‘Fun Comp’ for the younger CanSkaters to com- pete in each March -- but just for fun; • The SCPSC hosts its skating carnival every two years, with this season being a non-carnival year. Last year, Canadian and world champion figure skater Donald Jackson appeared in the carnival; • A host of SCPSC alumni has gone on to big things within the skating world. Longtime club skater Breanne Allen is now part of one of the ‘Disney On Ice’ shows, which tour North America each winter. Spencer Barnes, formerly of the Picker- ing club, and skat- ing partner Andrea Chong are members of the Canadian junior team. They’ve also skated at several international Grand Prix events in the past year. Jordan Hockley, of the SCPSC, and partner Kelly Oliveira, of the Scarboro Skat- ing Club, captured the national novice dance title at the Junior Nationals in Moncton, New Brunswick last year. To view this series in its entirety, visit keywordsearch: aleagueoftheirown THIS WEEKEND The Ajax-Pickering Dolphins play their final regular season football games today (Sunday) against the North York Grizzlies at Kinsmen Park in Pickering, beginning at 9:30 a.m. THE VOTES HAVE BEEN COUNTED! 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PICKERING Pickering Town Centre OSHAWA Oshawa Centre OSHAWA 12 Simcoe St. S. 10th annual Readers’ Choice winners announced Every year the Ajax-Pickering News Adver- tiser, and many of Metroland’s sister pub- lications, conduct Readers’ Choice Awards. In its 10 years’ of existence, this feature has grown into a highly anticipated an- nual event for both our readers and local businesses. The concept is very simple: we give our readers an opportunity to nomi- nate and vote for their favourite businesses in various categories. We then compile the winners’ list in this section and offer an ex- clusive spot for the winners to thank the readers for their votes and tell them about any current special offers. This was the third year we conducted our nominations and voting online. This new method has been implemented to ensure the integrity of the competition. Our system allows only one vote per e-mail address, and after each vote, the reader’s name is auto- matically entered into a draw for a $500 shopping spree. Another fresh feature that you will see in this year’s section is the recognition of the top three businesses in each category earning ‘Diamond’, ‘Platinum’ and ‘Gold’ designations. Diamond is awarded to the business with the highest number of votes, platinum to the second highest number, and gold to the third highest. In many cases the results were very close. For the small, inde- pendent shop that wins a platinum award in the same category as a larger retailer in the market, it is a great victory that is wor- thy of recognition. The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser joins the nominees and winners in extending our appreciation to our readers. Without your support and patronage of Ajax and Picker- ing restaurants, shops and services, they couldn’t exist. And, without your faithful participation in this yearly event, the Read- er’s Choice Awards wouldn’t be as success- ful as it is. For the complete list of winners see pages 12 and 13. 2006 Diamond 2006 Platinum 2006 Gold durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com Get ahead fi nancially. Start now with a plan. Speak with an experienced and accredited Scotiabank fi nancial advisor for all your fi nancial planning needs. Caroline Nevin, PFP Manager Westney Heights Branch 15 Westney Rd. N. Ajax, ON 905 427-2316 Andrew Gordon, PFP Manager Hwy #2 & Harwood Branch 60 Kingston Rd. E. Ajax, ON 905 427-3776 Terry Jones, PFP Manager Ajax Branch 314 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax, ON 905 683-4227 TM ™ Trademark of The Bank of Nova Scotia. Scotiabank and its staff would like to thank all of our loyal customers Paul Hazime, PFP Branch Manager 1020 Brock Rd. 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Bank of Nova Scotia Baskin Robbins Bell World Black’s Camera Dairy Queen Dollarama East Side Mario’s Fairweather Famous Players Flight Centre Gallantry’s Eatery GapKids Grand & Toy H&M HMV La Senza La Vie En Rose Lenscrafters Mastermind Toys Pay less ShoeSource Pe oples Jewellers PJ’s Pet Centres Reed’s Florists Reit man’s Ro gers Wireless Sears Sears Travel Soft Moc Sport Chek Subway TD Canada Trust Telus the Bay The Children’s Place The General Store Tim Hortons Tu xe do Royale Zellers … and thank you to our shoppers for voting Pickering Town Centre Best Regional Shopping Centre & Best Local Shopping Centre! pickeringtowncentre.com Pickering Town Centre 1355 Kingston Rd. 905-839-5811 8Tfgf\WX@Te\bºfC\V^Xe\aZ<f6X_XUeTg\aZ<gºf £ä/Ê 6 ,-,9 Look for our 10th Anniversary Specials starting October 20, 2006 PICKERING LOCATION ONLY Thank you for voting us a winner 10YEARS10 YEARS in a row!! • Pasta • Family restaurant • Italian restaurant2006 Aw ard Wi nner 04 • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • Celebrating our 10th Anniversary - Advertising Feature WINNER OF THE BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER! 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Online and distance education courses allow you to complete your education at times and places convenient to you. Visit www.durhamcollege.ca/coned or call 905-721-3052 or 1-888-627-1191 to learn more. Thank you to everyone who voted in the 10th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 Thank you, once again for voting us your number one choice in Adult Education. 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More than 300 participants showed that Neighbours Helping Neighbours IS the United Way. Private School Pre-school To Grade 8 Ages 18 months to 14 years We are honoured and grateful for this significant acknowledgment for the third year in a row! MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING “Knowledge with Understanding” ESTABLISHED IN 1984 401 Kingston Rd. Pickering 905-509-1722 montessorilearningcentre.com READER’S CHOICE 2006 WINNER 2006 DiamondTHANKS... We couldn’t have done it without you. 458 Fairall Street (just off the 401 in Ajax) • 905.683.2222 •www.surefit.ca Store Hours Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thanks Ajax/Pickering for voting us the Platinum Award Winner in the Factory Direct Store and Drapery category. The Ultimate Cut Unisex We are thrilled you think we are the ULITMATE #1 Hair Salon in Ajax/Pickering… Thank You 1794 Liverpool Road, Unit 11B, Pickering • Pickfair Shopping Centre 905.839.1700 Front L-R, Sarah & Stephanie. Back, Santo & Angie. 2003 2006 Diamond High quality at affordable prices Canada’s largest manufacturer and supplier of drapery has done it again, earning a Plati- num and Diamond Readers’ Choice Award from the Ajax Pickering News Advertiser. SureFit’s ability to deliver high quality at af- fordable prices is just one reason why it has been chosen as the best place for window coverings! At SureFit, you are always dealing directly with the people that are providing you the goods. Not only do they have a number of ready-made products in stock, they can also produce custom work to satisfy your home décor needs. Sure Fit also delivers the most current home fashions at the best price. Their inventory is changed daily to serve their customers bet- ter. In addition to unbeatable pricing, customer service is at the top of SureFit’s list of priori- ties. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist you with your deco- rating needs. If you have a design dilemma bring it to a SureFit employee, as they are always pleased to offer suggestions. Sure Fit is proud to deliver excellent products, affordable prices and quality service to Dur- ham Region. They are also extremely pleased to be a winner of the Diamond Award from the readers of Oshawa and Whitby This Week as well as earning a 2006 Readers’ Choice Award from Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser readers. Surefi t looks forward making Sure Fit your fi rst choice for years to come. The best way to a community is through their stomaches! United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge wants to say ‘thank you very much’ for vot- ing them the Diamond winner for favourite community event for the second annual ‘Bon Appétit’ as part of the News Advertiser’s 2006 Readers’ Choice Awards. “Our heartfelt thanks goes out to all the readers and United Way supporters who vot- ed Bon Appétit as the ‘Number One Favourite Community Event’ in Ajax-Pickering,” says Gwen Noble, resource development manager, adding this event was to kick off United Way’s annual campaign. “Every year United Way kicks-off their cam- paign with a public event to let the communi- ty know the annual campaign has begun. Not only does it raise funds for United Way, but also raises awareness while people are enjoy- ing a taste tour of supporting restaurants.” With more than 300 attending the second annual event, Noble says the event was a huge success, and allowed United Way to reach out to new people who learned more about what United Way does in their com- munity. United Way touches the lives of one in three people in Ajax, Pickering and Uxbridge and works to improve lives and strengthen their communities by inspiring people to make a difference. To learn more about United Way of Ajax- Pickering-Uxbridge, located at 230 Westney Road S., visit their website at www.uwayapu. org or call (905) 686-0606. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com Ajax-Pickering Audiology Clinic A WINNER A warm thank-you to all of our Clinic’s Patients, Families, and Friends, for awarding us the Diamond Readers’ Choice Award for Best Hearing Services . Advanced care... tomorrow’s hearing today! 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The complex has three health clubs, each fi lled with cardio and weight equipment to suit all fi tness levels. Enjoy over 30 cardio and muscle conditioning machines and take in a little Oprah in our cardio theatre. Staff at the Recreation Complex are always available to answer your fi tness questions or to help you out with a machine. More in depth instruction is also available during our weekly, compli- mentary health club orientations. The Pickering Recreation Complex also has six international squash courts, four indoor tennis courts, two racquetball courts and an awe- some pool to do some serious lengths. Mem- bers can enjoy a relaxing sauna and whirlpool to reward those aching muscles after a game, class or workout in our health club. We offer a variety of affordable memberships and easy to manage payment plans and options. If you have never been to the Recreation Complex you are invited to fi nd out why they are a Readers’ Choice Award recipient for a second year. If it’s been a while, come on back and reunite with old friends and neighbours. For additional information about the Recre- ation Complex please call (905) 683-6582 or visit them at cityofpickering.com. After walking into Ringleader Fine Jewellers, one senses something different. Established in 1985, the jeweller is unique and the at- mosphere is friendly and warm. Phil Pancer, a certifi ed appraiser, has been in this line of work for over 21 years. He says: “Generally, our customers appear to mark milestones or celebrations in their lives. Birthdays, anniver- saries, graduations, promotions and Christmas are all happy occasions characterized by giving the gift of jewelry.” Ringleader Fine Jewellers also offers other services, including appraisals, insurance re- placements, remodelling, corporate work, re- pairs and pearl restringing. Pancer also sug- gests bringing in your old jewelry because three things can be done. Old merchandise can be exchanged for credit, it can be taken apart and made into something new or it can be liq- uidated into cash. Pancer offers these tips before shopping this holiday season: be wary of the ‘fl y by night’ business that is gone with the season, and pur- chasing jewelry over the Internet. When shop- ping for custom jewelry, remember to allow enough time. Three to four weeks is what most businesses require. And lastly, of purchasing a ring, fi nd out how long sizing will take. Ring- leader guarantees that any ring purchased in their store will be sized within seven business days after Christmas. Ringleader Jewellers is located at 145 Kings- ton Rd. E. in Ajax . Call (905) 426-7464 for details. Ringleader Jewellers is proud to be a recipient of the Platinum Readers’ Choice Award THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com CALL TODAY AND BE ON YOUR WAY 905-427-6800 24 HR. SERVICE Special Events •Charters •Hourly Rates TO AND FROM DURHAM REGION TO PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Private Cars Now Available!! ArrivalsDeparturesAIRLINE VAN SERVICES Thank you for voting us a Platinum Winner! 2006 Platinum AUTHORIZED DEALER Relax. Refresh. Rejuvenate. Thanks for voting for us! Platinum Winner Best Hot Tubs & Spa Diamond Winner Best Pool Company Our gift to you... REBATE on all in-stock Softubs and hot tubs. 20% OFF all chemicals and spa accessories. SALE ENDS OCT. 31/06. VISIT OUR SHOWROOM TODAY. &Dolphin Pools Spas Ajax 65 Kingston Rd. 905-686-6420 HWY #2 401 HARWOODDURHAM CENTRE WE ARE HERE! www.dolphinpools.net Scarborough 4191 Kingston Rd. 416-281-4888 Newmarket 883 Mulock Dr. 905-953-7946 AJAX BOWLING CENTRE •Bumper Bowling Available •Adult & Senior Leagues •Afternoon Ladies •Children’s YBC Programs Ages 3-18 yrs •Special Olympic League •School Events •Leisure Bowling •Birthday Parties Thank you for voting us YOUR #1 BOWLING CENTRE! 2006 Diamond 905-683-0680 172 Harwood Avenue South Exciting Glow-in-the-Dark with Great Music & Special Lighting Effects5 PIN durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 Celebrating our 10th Anniversary - Advertising Feature • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • 09 Ask about our new Graduate Program‡ Bayly 401 HarwoodBrock Rd.We are hereWestneyAJAX NISSAN Would like to sincerely thank all of our friends & customers for voting us winners in the categories of BEST IMPORT DEALERSHIP and BEST IMPORT SERVICE www.ajaxnissan.com AJAX NISSAN 375 BAYLY ST. W., Ajax (Between Westney & Harwood) 1-866-358-1869 Mon.-Thurs. 9-9, Fri. & Sat. 9-6 TOTAL CONF IDENCE 905-683-4294PICKERING VILLAGE DENTURE CLINIC 84 Old Kingston Rd. W., AJAX FREE CONSULTATION AFTER HOURS 905-428-8801 Functional Dentures... One Good Reason To Smile! • 1 Hour Repairs • Relines • Complete • Partial Dentures • New permanent soft denture liners Thank You for voting us the “Best Denturist” We appreciate and value your support! Steil Denture Clinic A Family Business Serving You From The Same Location For 31 YearsCharles Wm. Steil, D.D DENTURE SPECIALIST Implant Supported Dentures 2006Diamond Thank You for voting us #1 again! 1095 Kingston Road, Pickering ON L1V 1B5 www.pickeringathleticcentre.com • 905-839-5260 Best GymnasticBest Gymnastic Club •Recreational & Competitive Classes • Birthday Parties • Trampoline • Cheerleading • Power Tumbling • Parent & Tot • Accepting New Members for 2006-2007 Pickering Athletic Centreyou’ll flip over us! 2006 Diamond 2006Diamond 2006Diamond 2006Diamond 2006Diamond 2006Diamond 2006Platinum 2006Gold 2006Gold 2006Gold BestBest all round restaurant–1st BestBest outdoor patio–1st BestBest lunch–1st BestBest billiards–1st BestBest fi ne dining–1st BestBest pasta–2nd BestBest chicken wings–3rd BestBest family restaurant–3rd BestBest steak/seafood–3rd Thank you,Thank you, Ajax and Pickering for voting us One of Ajax’s newest and increasingly favourite neighbourhood bar and restaurants, Safari is known for great food in a casually elegant atmosphere! 60 Randall Drive, Ajax • 905-619-263660 Randall Drive, Ajax • 905-619-2636 www.safaribarandgrill.com Making the Difference Shopping for a vehicle isn’t what it used to be. With today’s society holding the power of the internet within reach of their fi ngertips, consumers now enter a showroom equipped with enough information that, at times, can stump the best of salespeople with their product knowledge. So what sets one dealership apart from the rest? Customer service, attention to detail, consistency and reliability. Ajax Nissan is committed to excellent cus- tomer service. From their outstanding sales team to their tremendously helpful and well- trained service staff, Ajax Nissan delivers an experience that is personalized to their cus- tomers needs. And it is because of that, Ajax Nissan would like to thank the readers for their vote in awarding us Platnium for the Best Import Dealership Award and the Best Import Service Award in the News Advertis- er’s 2006 Readers Choice Awards. “It has always been my personal commit- ment to see that all of our customer’s expec- tations are not only met... but exceeded. We understand that every individual has their own separate needs and we strive to achieve their satisfaction,” says general manager, Nial Boatswain. “Our goal is to inspire total confi dence.” Visit their showroom at 375 Bayly Street W. or visit www.ajax.nissan.ca. Call (905) 686- 0555, email them at sales@ajaxnissan.com or servie@ajaxnissan.com for more infor- mation. You’ll fl ip for us The Pickering Athletic Centre has been hon- oured with a plethora of awards and acco- lades, including this year’s Provincial Cham- pion Emily Towers in the Level 7 age 12/13 category. The extremely talented and quali- fi ed coaches and 17,000-square-foot facility rank among the very best. Pickering Athletic Centre offers programs in both the recreational and competitive lev- els. Competitive classes are presented at the women’s artistic, pre-competitive, provincial, and national levels. As well, there are also power tumbling (boys and girls) interclub and provincial and trampoline (boys and girls), interclub, provincial and national levels. Rec- reational programs beginning at 18 months of age are offered through day and evening classes. Pickering Athletic Centre also offers private classes, birthday parties, P.A. Day, Winter, March Break and Summer Camps, school/ community fi eld trips, multi-sport cross training, cheerleading and so much more. Our Winter Camps runs from Janu- ary 2-7, 2006. March Break camp runs from March 10-17, 2007, with P.A. Day camps on November 17 and 25, March 10, April 28 and June 9, 2007.Pickering Athletic Centre will be hosting a qualifi yer December 1-3rd and February 16th weekend. All are welcome to come and see why we are the number one gymnastics club! To be a part of this growing gymnastics club call them at 905-839-5260 or visit them at 1095 Kingston Road. For more information visit www.pickeringathleticcentre.com. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 21 A/Pdurhamregion.com nΣÈÈÈÈ %-%2'%.#)%3 3%%. ). (23 DENTAL CENTRECENTRE 7PUFEi#FTU%FOUBMw 'PS1BTU:FBST Thanks to our Patients AMBERLEA SHOPPING CENTRE 1822 WHITES RD., PICKERING ON WHITES RD. BETWEEN FINCH & HWY 2 BESIDE DOMINION Still Accepting New Patients WALK-IN HOURS Daily 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Finch Hwy #2 Hwy 401 Bayly LiverpoolDixieAltonaWhites Rd.FORGET THE ADS! LET THE PEOPLE DECIDE VOTED BY RESIDENTS READER’S CHOICE WINNERS IN AJAX/PICKERING 2003, 2004, 2005 & 2006 Amberlea Dental Wins Reader’s Choice Four Years In A Row! 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 the recipient of a Reader’s Choice award this year. For nearly 25 years, this dental practice has offered a number of services and con- veniences to help make dental care as easy as possible. For starters, business hours are very accommodating - the centre is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – and appointment times are very fl exible with same day appointments available. The Amberlea Dental Centre also offers dental emergency care with patients seen in two hours. There are 5 dentists to serve all your dental needs. It also helps that founder Dr. G. Diosy is affi liated with both of Durham’s hospitals. Looking for a second opinion? Amberlea Dental Centre offers free second-opinion evaluations as well as free estimates. You can also bring the kids, ages three and up, to this family-oriented practice, which does everything possible to make their visits fun by using kiddy lingo and tutti-fruity fl uoride. Amberlea Dental Centre is located in te Amberlea Shopping Centre beside the Do- minion Save-A-Centre, just north of Whites Rd. and Highway 2. You may call 905-831- 6666. Welcoming New Patients Since 1981 $IRECTOR +IMBERLEE $OWER -C'URRIN "! $ANCE #$4! (IGHLY 3UCCESSFUL #$4! %XAM 2ESULTS (ARWOOD !VENUE 3 (ARWOOD !VENUE 3 3UITE 3UITE !JAX /NTARIO ,3 #!JAX /NTARIO ,3 # 3% CORNER OF (WY AND (ARWOOD 3% CORNER OF (WY AND (ARWOOD NEXT TO 4IM (ORTONS NEXT TO 4IM (ORTONS (ARWOOD !VENUE 3 3UITE !JAX /NTARIO ,3 # 3% CORNER OF (WY AND (ARWOOD NEXT TO 4IM (ORTONS s "ALLET s *AZZ s 4AP s ,YRICAL s -ODERN s !GES !DULT IN ITS SECOND SUCCESSFUL YEAR .%7 !243 )--%23)/. 02/'2!- !24 "%!43!24 "%!43 +IMBERLEES IS HONOURED TO HAVE BEEN CHOSEN THE 0LATINUM 7INNER FOR "%34 $!.#% 345$)/ 4HANK YOU !JAX 0ICKERING AND SURROUNDING AREAS FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT Platinum winners in their fi rst year Kimberlee’s Dance Studio is honoured to be chosen ‘Platinum’ for Best Dance Studio. This is the fi rst year to be nominated and Kimber- lee’s is proud of the results. Miss Kimberlee would like to thank her tal- ented and dedicated staff, past and present, as well as her students and their families. Owner Kimberlee McGurrin extends a special thanks to her husband Ross and her two boys Reece and Keinan whom she describes as her inspi- ration. She also thanks her parents Keith and Irene Dower for all their work and support, adding that “all these people contribute to my success. Together we are terrifi c!” Short programs are offered throughout the year such as Hip Hop Club, and various adult classes. ‘Art Beats’, their arts immersion pro- gram, is now in its second successful year. “We continue to expand in different art forms.” Kimberlee’s is looking forward to opening new classes for Moms and Tots as well as special classes for boys in the next season. Kimberlee’s provides a fun, friendly, family- oriented atmosphere, and offers dance instruc- tion in a non-competitive setting. A structured syllabus is used for all classes, and exams are available for those who wish to participate. Dance is for everyone and the dance school prides itself on giving individual attention so each dancer can achieve their personal best. Thank you again Ajax-Pickering and surround- ing areas for your votes. Have a great dance season. Kimberlee’s is located at 3 Harwood Ave., call (905) 427-9959 with any inquiries. “43 YEARS IN AJAX” • REPAIRS TO JEWELLERY & WATCHES • APPRAISALS • CUSTOM JEWELLERY • GIFTWARE THANKS AJAX AND PICKERING FOR VOTING US “BEST JEWELLERY STORE” AJAX SHOPPING PLAZA HARWOOD AVE., JUST S. OF 401 (next to Home Hardware) 905-683-0407905-683-0407 SINCE 1959 CELEBRATING 150 YEARS150 YEARS OF BUSINESS 10 • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • Advertising Feature durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 715 Kingston Rd., Exit 401 at Whites Rd. PICKERING Pontiac Buick • Manufacturer’s Warranty • 30 day/2500 km. no hassle exchange privilege • 150 + point inspection • 24 hour roadside assistance 401 HWY. 2KINGSTON RD.PORT UNION RD.WHITES RD.LIVERPOOL RD.10 MIN. SCARBORO TOWN CENTRE 10 MIN. TO DOWNTOWN OSHAWA BROCK RD.401 MARKHAM RD.For voting us “DIAMOND”“DIAMOND” in BEST USEDBEST USED CAR DEALERSHIPCAR DEALERSHIP and BEST DOM ESTICBEST DOMESTIC CAR DEALERSHIPCAR DEALERSHIP MICHAEL BOYER PONTIAC BUICK GMC 1-866-828-7963 Visit us at: www.boyerpontiac.com Thank YouThank You 2006 Diamond T he Simple Alternative F uneral Centres ® To the readers of the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser, heartfelt thanks for voting us the best Funeral Home. 905-686-5589 2006 Platinum Thank You To our loyal customers for voting us winners in the categories Best Import Dealership Best Import Service Visit us at our new state-of-the-art 17,000 sq.ft. facility and see our award winning Hyundai line-up. 401-WESTNEY HYUNDAI401-WESTNEY HYUNDAIthe the all all newnew 401-WESTNEY HYUNDAI WESTNEY ROAD S. OF 401 AJAXWESTNEY ROAD S. OF 401 AJAX •905-427-0111• 905-427-0111 2006 Platinum Pickering Annex 1755 Pickering Parkway • www.papps.ca CASUAL DINING Your Neighbourhood Gathering Place Once more for voting us as your Readers’ Choice Winner Best All Around Restaurant Best Banquet Facilities Our banquet facilities are the best value in Durham and we invite you to try our Award Winning Wings, Ribs, Pizza & Pasta 905.427.3403905.427.3403 ThankYouThank You 401-Westney Hyundai in new facility 401-Westney Hyundai (formerly Pickering Village Hyundai) has had an extreme make- over. The dealership has now moved to their brand new state-of-the-art facility in or- der to better serve its customers. The new 17,000 square-foot building features 10 ser- vice bays as well as a greatly expanded parts department and new car show room. While a change of address is certainly excit- ing news, not to be forgotten is the dealer- ship’s recent success with the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Awards. In addition to the award the dealership received last year, they are pleased to announce their selection as The News Advertiser’s Reader’s Choice Awards 2006 winner in the gold cat- egory for best import car dealership as well as best import service. So, why do News Advertiser readers think 401-Westney Hyundai is number one? Ex- cellent value, a friendly and knowledge- able sales team as well as courteous, fac- tory-trained service and parts staff are just a few of the reasons. Why not go and see for yourself? The dealership is operating at its new lo- cation at 170 Westney Road S., just south of the GO Station and 401. Check the deal- ership’s website for hours of operation. For the latest news and specials visit their web- site at www.401westneyhyundai.ca. Proudly serving since 1987 Michael Boyer Pontiac Buick GMC Ltd. has been proudly providing new and fully reconditioned cars to the Pickering and surrounding area since 1987. With a fully-equipped service department with factory trained technicians and a drive- through for customer convenience, as well as a complete line of GM parts and a complete col- lision centre to serve you, Boyer Pontiac is com- mitted to always offering customers the best services possible. Their commitment to their customers has paid off, as Michael Boyer Pontiac has been been named Diamond winner of the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser’s 2006 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Used Car Dealership and Best Domestic Car Dealership. Bring your vehicle to Boyer’s for all of your ser- vice needs. They offer competitive pricing and convenient extended hours including Saturdays. Friendly service advisors are on-hand to assist you and their factory-trained technicians use genuine General Motors parts. Boyer’s also pro- vides a shuttle bus, that can bring and pick you up at the Go Train station, local supermarket or back home, while your vehicle is in for service. At 715 Kingston Road, Boyer Pontiac is commit- ted to building a lifetime relationship with you. Ryan Boyer, general manager, knows his team’s exceptional customer service and quality prod- ucts are what has earned these awards. After nearly 20 years in the automotive business, Boy- er is proud to be recognized by the community in which they serve. Sincerely humbled by these awards, Ryan invites you to any of Boyer’s seven locations to judge for yourself. Celebrating our 10th Anniversary - Advertising Feature • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • 11 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com 2006 READERS’2006 READERS’ CHOICEWINNERSCHOICE WINNERS Celebrating our 10th Anniversary! 2006 Diamond 2006 Platinum 2006 Gold Food and Drink All-Around Restaurant Safari Papps Massey’s Bakery Loblaws Bakery Bun King Ajax Por tuguese Bakery (gold) The Breadhouse Bakery (gold) Breakfast Sunset Grill Denny’s Scrambles Buffet Mandarin Honey Garlic Imperial Chicken Wings Wing Shack St. Louis Safari Chinese Restaurant Mandarin Paul Wongs Imperial Buffet Cup of Coffee Tim Hortons Scrambles Second Cup Deli/Sandwich & Specialty Shop Subway Mainly Cheese Quiznos Dessert Second Cup Gallantry’s Nickel’s Family Restaurant East Side Marios Boston Pizza Safari (gold) Swiss Chalet (gold) Fast Food Lick’s Subway Wendy’s Fine Dining Safari Casa Verde Havana Nights Fish & Chips Jaspers Fish & Chips Halibut Time Captain Georges Greek Restaurant The Friendly Greek Chef Tommy’s on Bayly Greek Palace Hamburger Licks Te xas Burger Scrambles Ice Cream Dairy Queen Village Ice Cream Shoppe Baskin Robins Indian Restaurant The Mt. Everest The Mini Mahal Restaurant Food Thyme Italian Restaurant East Side Marios Casa Verde Pennello Bistro (gold) Al Dente (gold) Japanese Sushi and Rolls Kobo Sakura Sushi Lunch Safari Boston Pizza Casey’s Outdoor Patio Safari Black Dog Pub Havana Nights Pasta East Side Marios Safari Al Dente Pizza Topper’s Pizza Pizza Nova (platinum) Pizza Pizza (platinum) Boston Pizza Salad Bar Mandarin Tucker’s Marketplace Imperial Buffet (gold) Honey Garlic (gold) Seafood/Steak Restaurant The Keg 22 Church Safari Entertainment Banquet Facilities Deer Creek Papps Victorian Garden Billiards Safari The Edge Power of Q Bowling Ajax Bowl North End Bowl Rouge Hill Bowling Children’s Entertainment Chuck E Cheese NEBS Fun World Pickering Playing Fields Golf Course Deer Creek Carruther’s Creek Royal Ashburn Live Entertainment Havana Nights Yuk Yuks Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre Local Event Bon Appetite United Way event Ajax Home Week Frenchman’s Bay Festival Movie Rental Rogers Video Blockbuster Video 99 Movie Theatre Cineplex Ajax 10 AMC Famous Players Nightclub Havana Nights The Edge Fox & Fiddle Mansion Pub The Black Dog Magwyers Pub Shagwells Sports Bar Boston Pizza Shoeless Joes Wing Shack Automotive Auto Detailing Bob Myer Chevrolet Diamond Shine Sheridan Chev Olds Auto Parts Canadian Tire Princess Auto Part Source Auto Body Shop Sheridan Chev Olds (diamond) Three Bears (diamond) Royal Auto Body (platinum) Ajax Auto body (platinum) Bongard (gold) Brake Work Midas Sheridan Chev Olds (platinum) Master Mechanic (platinum) Henry Desjardins (platinum) Precision Car Rental Enterprise Discount Car & Truck Rentals Avis Domestic Car Dealership Boyer Pontiac Buick Village Chrysler (platinum) Sheridan Chevrolet Cadillac (platinum) Bob Myer Chevrolet Bruce Bissell Gas Station Petro Canada - Brock/Hwy 2 Shell – Whites/Hwy 2 Petro Canada - Liverpool/ Hwy 2 General Auto Repair Master Mechanic Henry DesJardins Automotive Canadian Tire - Pickering Import Car Dealership Ajax Nissan 401 Westney Hyundai KIA Import Car Dealership Service KIA Ajax Nissan 401 Westney Hyundai Motorcycle Dealer Mackie Harley Davidson GP Bikes (platinum) BMW Durham (platinum) Yamaha Motor Sports Muffl er Shop Midas Muffl er Ajax Muffl er Henry DesJardins Automotive Oil/Lube Change Mr.Lube Canadian Tire Henry DesJardins Automotive (gold) Sheridan Chev Olds (gold) Tire Store Canadian Tire Costco OK Tire (gold) Ajax Tire (gold) Used Car Dealership Boyer Pontiac Pickering Honda Sheridan Chevrolet Cadillac Shopping Antique Shop Pickering Markets Antiques Godiva Antiques Antiques Shop Appliance Store Sears Home Depot Leons Art & Framing Michaels’s Classic Arrangements Imagine That Art Gallery Bicycle Shop Bay Cycle Northern Cycle Canadian Tire Bridal/Wedding Store New Beginnings Bridal Play It Again Val Book Store Chapters Mitchell’s Family Books Gnu Books Bulk Store Bulk Barn Pickering Loblaws Price Chopper Camera Shop Henry’s Black’s PTC Best Buy Children’s Store To ys “R” Us (babies r us) The Children’s Place Gap Kids Cellular Phone Centre Bell World Rogers wireless Telus Mobility Clearance Store/Dollar Store Dollarama Buck or Two Liquidation World Clothing Warehouse/ Outlets Winners Marks Work Warehouse Giant Tiger Computer Store Best Byte Future Shop Staples Convenience Store 7-11 Sam’s Food Stores Bay Ridges Market Department Store Wal Mart Sears The Bay Drug Store Shoppers Drug Mart – Westney/ Hwy 2 Pharma Plus - Harwood Pharma Plus - Amberlea Fabric Store Fabricland Bouclair Wal Mart Wholesale Store Costco Sure fi t Warehouse Sam’s Club Floor Coverings Home Depot Carpet Towne Carpet Corral Florist Reed’s Florists Loblaws The Green Thumb Florist Formal Wear Moores Tu x edo Royale Fairweather Fu rniture Store Leon’s De Boers’ Solidwood Bed & Table Gardening Centre & Nursery Vandermeer Nursery Pine Ridge Garden Gallery Home Depot Gift Shop The General Store The Gift Gallery Two Moms and a Granny Golf Store Golf Town Golf Clearance Warehouse National Sports Warehouse Grocery Store Loblaws Super store Real Canadian Superstore Sobey’s Hardware Store Home Depot Home Hardware – Ajax Canadian Tire Health Food Store Health Plus Nutrition Pickering Loblaws BN Natural Food Home Improvement/ Hardware Home Depot – Ajax Millwork Plastic Lumber Depot Hot Tubs/Spa Diplomat Pools Dolphin Pools and Spas Arctic Spas Jewellery Store Galbraith Jewellers Ringleader Fine Jewellers Peoples Kitchen/Bath/Bed Linens n’ Things Home Outfi tters HomeSense Lighting Centre Home Depot Osso Electric Zellers Lingerie Store La Senza La vie en Rose Aren’t We Naughty Local Shopping Centre Pickering Town Centre Durham Centre Oshawa Centre Maternity Shop Thyme Maternity Old Navy Once Upon a Child Mattress Store Sleep Country Leon’s Sams Club Winners below are listed in the order of the winning categories, Diamond, Platnium and Gold durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 2006 READERS’2006 READERS’ CHOICEWINNERSCHOICE WINNERS Celebrating our 10th Anniversary! 2006 Diamond 2006 Platinum 2006 Gold Men’s Store Mark’s Work Warehouse Moores To mmy Hilfi ger Musical Instrument Store Long & McQuade Durham Music Legend Music Optical Store Lenscrafters Ajax Optical Hakim Paint Store Home Depot Home Hardware Color Your World Party Rentals Party Depot Al Gervais Party Rentals Party Tyme Party Supplies Party Packagers Party Tyme Party Depot Pet Store Pet Smart Mr. Pet PJ’s Pets Pool Company Dolphin Pools & Spas Diplomat Pools and Spa Colonial Pools Record and Music Store HMV Best Buy Deja Vu Discs Regional Shopping Centre Pickering Town Centre Oshawa Centre Scarborough Town Centre School/Offi ce Supplies Staples Walmart Grand and Toy Second Hand Shop Goodwill Once Upon A Child Value Village Shoe Store Payless Shoes Shoe Company Soft Moc Shoes Specialty Food Store M & M Meats The Food Plus Company Bruno’s Meat & Deli Sporting Goods Store National Sports Sport Check Canadian Tire Stereo/Electronics Best Buy Future Shop G & G Electronics Strip Mall Whites Road Plaza Westney Heights Harwood Plaza To y Store Toys “R” Us Mastermind Wal Mart Wo men’s Store Winners H&M Reitman’s Wallpaper Store Wallpaper Centre Wal Mart Decorative Solutions Window Coverings Sure Fit Sunshade Blinds & Drapery (platinum) Home Outfi tters (platinum) Wal Mart Health Services Chiropractor Dr. Ayla Azad Dr. Tom MacKay @ Fletcher Clinic Rebecca Scott - Harwood Chiro Cosmetic/Laser Clinic Beauty-Full Spa & Weight Loss Treatment Centre A Natural Advantage MediSpa at The Facial Place Dentist Dr. Miskin Amberlea Dental Centre Durham Dental Denturist Steil Denture Clinic Pickering Denture Clinc Deegan Denture Clinic Hearing Services Ajax/Pickering Audiology The Canadian Hearing Services Co. Oshawa Hearing Clinic Massage Therapist Beauty-Full Spa & Weight Loss Treatment Centre Total Rehab The Wellness Centre, Ajax Optometrist Dr. Leet Dr. Gillezeau Dr. Tyber Pharmacist (Location) Shoppers Drug Mart – Westney/Hwy 2 Pharma Plus, White’s Road Pickering Village Pharmacy Physiotherapist Total Rehab Alfred Mager North Ajax Rehab Spa Beauty-Full Spa & Weight Loss Treatment Centre The Facial Place Jasmine Tree (gold) A Natural Advantage (gold) Service and Business Accounting Firm Source Point Accounting Business Centres Hurron Sinclair Alarm Systems ADT Voxcom SafeTech Alarm Systems Bank/Trust Company TD Canada Trust Scotia Bank (platinum) RBC (platinum) CIBC Brew your own beer/wine Sisters Winery The Brew Kettle (platinum) Wine Expert (platinum) Village Grape Vine Carpet Cleaner Sears Chem Dry Duraclean Caterer Mailnly Cheese Bruno’s Meat & Deli Al Dente Central Vacuum Dealer Sears Durham Vacuum Plus Mobile Vac Children’s Tutorial Education Montessori Learning Centre -Pickering Oxford Learning Centre Blaisdale Montessori School Computer Service Best Buy GSL Technologies Inc DSG Computers Continuing Education Durham College Durham Catholic District School Board Durham District School Board Dance Studio Dance Inc. Kimberlee’s The Dance Experience Day Care Centre Great Beginnings Child Care Centre EduKids Helping Hands Daycare Driving School Yo ung Drivers of Canada Peter’s Academy of Defensive Driving Maple Leaf Driver Education Centre Dry Cleaner (Location) Ajax Dry Cleaner and Shoe Repair City Cleaner’s - Bayly St., Ajax Snow White Cleaners – Pickering Village Employment Agency Manpower Apple One Addecco Financial Planning Company Dundee Wealth Management – Richard Price Investors Group Edward Jones – June Timmons Fitness Club Ajax McLean Community Centre Pickering Recreation Complex Extreme Fitness Fitness Club – Women Curves GoodLife for Women – Ajax Sister’s Pace Fitness Fitness Club – Men Ajax Community Centre Roo’s Average Joe’s Fitness Funeral Home McEachnie’s Funeral Home Simple Alternative Pine Ridge Memorial Gymnastics Club Pickering Athletic Centre Ajax Acro’s Gymnastics Club Planet Gymnastics Hair Salon/Barber Shop The Ultimate Cut Hair Refl ections First Choice Heating/Air Conditioning Sears Rodmans Heating & Air Total Home Comfort Home Builder John Boddy Homes Tr ibute Homes Monarch Insurance Company State Farm Allstate Cooperators Insurance Investment Planning Company Dundee Wealth Management Edward Jones London Life Landscaping/Lawn service Arnts Topsoil The Gardener Lakeridge Landscaping Limousine E.I. Williams Classique Lincoln Taxi & Limousine Manicure/Pedicure Beauty-Full Spa & Weight Loss Treatment Centre The Jasmine Tree Classique Nails Martial Arts Club Rising Sun Warriors Martial Arts Villaris Martial Arts Mortgage Broker Dundee Scotia Bank BMO Musical Instruction Durham Music Legend Music Alexanders Music Photography Studio Wal Mart Chuck Shumilak – Pickering Photo Magic Moments Print Shop Staples The Print Place Print three Private School/Montessori Montessori Learning Centre – Pickering Blaisdale Montessori School (Village Campus) Wasdell Centre for Innovative Learning Retirement Living Ballycliffe Orchard Villa Retirement Residence The Court at Pringles Specialized Education Montessori Learning Centre Pickering Pickering Christian School Wasdell Centre for Innovative Learning Swim Club Pickering Swim Club Ajax Swim Club Extreme Swim School Tanning Palm Beach Mega Tan Fabutan Ta nning World Taxi Service Rapid Taxi Ajax Taxi Blueline Tr avel Agency Flight Centre Sears Travel CAA Travel Veterinarian Ajax Animal Hospital White’s Road Animal Hospital Riverside Vet Clinic Wedding Photographer Pickering Photo - Chuck Shumilak Magic Moments Photography Cleo’s Photography Website Design Company GSL Technologies Inc. GTY Graphics Web Solutions Weight Loss Clinic Weight Watchers Beauty-Full Spa & Weight Loss Treatment Centre Herbal Magic CO NGRATULATIONS to Cheryl Craig of Pickering! Cheryl took the time to log on and vote in the 10th annual Readers’ Choice Awards for her favourite local businesses. Just for doing this she was entered in a draw for a $500 Shopping Spree at the Pickering Town Centre, and she won! Winners below are listed in the order of the winning categories, Diamond, Platnium and Gold Cheryl Craig of Pickering I vote every year online. It’s my way of thanking the businesses for their service. I like to see the plaques that the business receives displayed in the stores. It puts a smile on my face when I know, I too have voted for them. It defi nately says something for that business when they win. Store owners should be very proud to display these plaques. It brings people back when they know someone was satisfi ed shopping there. Thanks very much, Cheryl Craig THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 25 A/Pdurhamregion.com www.tempstar.com Warm Up To High EfficiencyWarm Up To High Effi ciency No Payments for 6 Months, O.A.C.No Payments for 6 Months, O.A.C. OR 10 Years Parts & Labour WarrantyOR 10 Years Parts & Labour Warranty Offer ends November 30, 2006Offer ends November 30, 2006 £{Ó ä ä È Ê£{Ó ä ä È Ê2/$-!.g39%!23 l« Rodman’s HeatingRodman’s Heating 905-683-3641905-683-3641 www.rodmans.ca THANKS FOR YOUR VOTESTHANKS FOR YOUR VOTES AGAIN THIS YEAR!AGAIN THIS YEAR! 2006 Platinum 2005 Diamond 2001 2003 2000 1999 1997 Durham Dental CentresDurham Dental Centres General DentistryGeneral DentistryGeneral Dentistry smileabiga big andand THANKYOUTHANK YOU DURHAM DENTAL CENTRE 905.427.4280905.427.4280 135 Harwood Ave., N. (At Hwy. 2) DURHAM EAST DENTAL CENTRE 905.576.9197905.576.91973555 Thickson Rd., Unit 1A DURHAM WEST DENTAL CENTRE 905.420.4006905.420.4006 720 Sheppard Ave. E., Suit 6, (At Whites Rd.) for choosingus asfor choosing us as Readers’ChoiceWinners.Readers’ Choice Winners. Asaspecialthankyou,As a special thank you, we are offeringwe are offering 2for1ZOOMWHITENING2 for 1 ZOOM WHITENING foralimitedtime>.for a limited time>. THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST BURGER & FAST FOOD RESTURANT With the purchase of a large fry, medium pop & this coupon VALID AT: 11 63 KINGSTON RD. ~ PICKERING KIDS MEALKIDS MEAL With the purchase of another Kidʼs Meal or equal or greater value VALID AT: 11 63 KINGSTON RD. ~ PICKERING HOMEBURGERHOMEBURGER®OROR NATUREBURGERNATUREBURGER With the purchase of a large fry, medium pop & this coupon VALID AT: 11 63 KINGSTON RD. ~ PICKERING KIDS MEALKIDS MEAL With the purchase of another Kidʼs Meal or equal or greater value VALID AT: 11 63 KINGSTON RD. ~ PICKERING Valid Until: Dec. 31/06 ~ Not Valid With any other Coupon, Combo or Special Offer Valid Until: Dec. 31/06 ~ Not Valid With any other Coupon, Combo or Special Offer Valid Until: Dec. 31/06 ~ Not Valid With any other Coupon, Combo or Special Offer Valid Until: Dec. 31/06 ~ Not Valid With any other Coupon, Combo or Special Offer HOMEBURGERHOMEBURGER®OROR NATUREBURGERNATUREBURGER Award Winning Furniture at Exceptional Value Pricing! Now recognition as the Readers’ Choice pick as your favourite Furniture Store in Ajax/Pickering Thank You 1755 Pickering Parkway Pickering Annex 905.683.9660 Rodman’s diamond award tops off award-winning year For Rodman’s Heating and Air Conditioning, 2006 has been a very good year. The family owned and operated business received not one but three awards for its hard work and excep- tional service. The fi rst was the National Temp- star Marketing Award (given to the dealer who best promotes Tempstar products), while the sec- ond was the Tempstar Gold Dealer Award. And now the Ajax business has received the Platinum award for best heating and air service by News Advertiser readers. This is the company’s sixth Readers’ Choice Award. Take a closer look at Rodman’s and it’s not dif- fi cult to see why the company is a favourite with readers. A Durham fi xture since 1949, the heating and air conditioning company still offers old-fashioned service with customers receiving prompt, friendly assistance. People are treated like family or old friends, not mere numbers. Rodman’s draws from such well-respected manufacturers as Tempstar for its home installa- tions, with Continental and Insta-fl ame fi replac- es added to the mix. While the company offers a standard maintenance package, it’s unique in that it also provides a yearly insurance plan for its furnace and air conditioning units. Twenty- four hour emergency service is just a phone call away. For more information, call Rodman’s at 905 683-3641 or visit them at 285 Hunt St. in Ajax or online at www.rodmans.ca. There’s no doubt about it: Lick’s Burgers and Ice Cream Shop is the best when it comes to hamburgers. For the 9th consecutive year, Lick’s has scooped up the Readers’ Choice Award for Best Hamburger and Best Fast Food Restaurant, thanks to the shop’s winning combination of ingredients. Lick’s has earned a reputation for putting the “gourmet” into fast food, serving up big, juicy hamburgers hot off the grill, with toppings like hot peppers and cucumber to choose from — not just your standard fare! Their tantalizing menu also includes vegetarian burgers, turkey burgers and grilled chicken on a bun. And don’t forget their marvelous milk- shakes or ice cream cones, which are available in 24 decadent fl avours. The same great service you love at the restaurant is also available for your special events as Lick’s caters barbecues throughout the summer and into the fall. It also partners with schools for special lunches. And for those who just can’t get enough of Lick’s tasty creations, the shop offers a growing line of retail products to take home including burgers, chili, lasagna, ice cream and even their famous Guk sauce. For businesses in the area, Lick’s offers free delivery on any order over $50. Call 905-839- 5425 and ask for details or visit the shop at 1163 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. Lick’s scoops up best burger and best fast food restaurant award again 14 • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • Celebrating our 10th Anniversary - Advertising Feature durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. 201 Bayly St. W., Ajax, Ontario 905-683-6561 (between Westney & Harwood) www.bissellbuick.com Prices are plus lic., taxes & admin. fee. BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC BRUCEBISSE LLB U ICKP ONTIACLTD.1972 2006 AJAX,O N T .34th ANNIVERSA R Y “We Appreciate Your Business” • Sales • Leasing • Service • Body Shop • Parts Thank You for 34 years of doing business and for voting us a winner in the category BEST DOMESTIC DEALERSHIP 905-831-2326 DURHAM VACUUM PLUS LTD. 629 KINGSTON RD., PICKERING #2 HWY 401 HWY Whites Rd.SteepleHillKingston Rd. VISIT OUR LARGE SHOW- ROOM 2006Platinum Richard Price Senior Financial Advisor Director, Private Client Group Tel: 905.427.7000 Toll Free: 1.800.461.4737 http://rprice.dundeewealth.com rprice@dpii.ca New Location - Coming Soon McKay House 244 Kingston Road East, Ajax Special thanks to Jan Li, Invis Mortgage Consultant Powered by Invis Best Investment Planning Company, Best Financial Planning Company, and Best Mortgage Broker Thank you Ajax and Pickering, and to all of my clients and friends who nominated me for Best Investment Planning Company, Best Financial Planning Company, and Best Mortgage Broker in the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Awards. It is an honor to receive Diamond Awards in all 3 categories! Special thanks also to my dedicated team members, 29 years and still growing! Thank you, Richard 3 LOCATIONS FOR QUALITY & CHOICE GLASSES FOR THEGLASSES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILYWHOLE FAMILY 2 for 1 Bill direct to Most Insurances and Social Services AJAX OPTICAL 145 Kingston Rd. E. Heritage Plaza 905-683-7235 AJAX OPTICAL 56 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax Plaza 905-683-2888 PICKERING OPTICAL 1360 Kingston. Rd. Pickering Hub Plaza 905-839-9244 Thank you for making us a Platinum winner for Best Optical Store! 2006Platinum 2006 Platinum Bruce Bissell Buick Pontiac has served Durham proudly for 34 years Bruce Bissell Buick Pontiac Limited has been serving the Durham area since 1972. As a General Motors dealer they offer a com- plete line up of new Pontiacs, Buicks and GMC trucks. Whether you lease or buy the staff will get you behind the wheel in a car or truck that fi ts your lifestyle and budget. If you need a pre-owned vehicle, Bruce Bissell Buick Pontiac is a GM Optimum Used Vehicle Dealer. This means each car or truck must pass a 150 point inspection before it is sold and comes with a 30-day exchange agreement, GM War- ranty and Roadside Assistance. Bissell offers a complete service department with factory trained technicians and a large parts inventory to support it. There is also a complete body and paint de- partment with the latest of equipment in order to turn out fi rst class guaranteed work. Gord Mott, owner of Bissell Buick Pontiac, says “We have very little staff turnover and enjoy a large repeat and referral business.” He would like to thank all of their customers for the continued success of this dealership.Andre Maragh, DD (Denturist) 1792 Liverpool Rd., Pickering, 905-420-2652 Pickering Denture Clinic FREE CONSULTATIONS Your Denturist Can Help • Complete & Partial Dentures • Removable Dentures on Implants • Same Day Relines • Repairs while you wait • Evening &Saturday appointments • All Insurance Plans Accepted • Custom mouthguard • No G.S.T. & No P.S.T. Thanks for voting us Best Denturist in Ajax and Pickering Advertising Feature • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • 15 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 27 A/Pdurhamregion.com PLATINUM WINNER for BEST TANNING SALON OPEN Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 10:00 pm, Sat - Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, NO APPOINTMENTS We are the largest tanning salon in the area, with 16 rooms! 85 Kingston Road E., Ajax – 905-426-1482 • Super 1’s and Super 2’s • Standups • Mega Beds Pickering 905-831-2345 Ajax 905-619-9300 www.rapidtaxi.ca • Free pay: 1-888-851-4511 Competitive Rates Durham Rapid Taxi Serving Durham Region 24 Hours a Day Now offering Interac in selected vehicles, ask for details Bhardwaj and staff from Durham Rapid Taxi would like to thank the public of Ajax and Pickering for choosing Us as the Best in the Taxi Service. To tal Rehab Orthopedic & Athletic Medicine 250 Bayly Street West, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 3V4 (905) 426-7690 • totalrehab@bellnet.ca www.totalrehab.net Vote d the best PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC in the Ajax and Pickering area THREE YEARS IN A ROW! We offer a TEAM approach from highly trained heal th care professionals: Physiotherapy Athletic Therapy Pilates Classes Custom Orthotics Chiropractic Massage Therapy Motor Vehicle Accidents, WSIB and Sports Injuries are our specialty Acupuncture Custom Knee Bracing As well as Dr. Ayla Azad DIAMOND BEST CHIROPRACTOR To tal Rehab DIAMOND in PHYSIOTHERAPY Alfred Magar PLATINUM in PHYSIOTHERAPY To tal Rehab PLATINUM in MASSAGE THERAPY osso from oshawa Casa Verde Established In 1991 Italian Restaurant 49 Old Kingston Rd., Pickering Village, Ajax 905-428-6243 •Authentic Italian Cuisine• Authentic Italian Cuisine •Prepared Fresh Daily• Prepared Fresh Daily •Ajax’s Best Kept Secret• Ajax’s Best Kept Secret Thank you to the readers of Ajax-Pickering for voting us PLATINUM for BEST FINE DINING and PLATINUM for BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT2006 Platinum 11 Harwood Ave S, Ajax • Tel: 905-686-5554 Thank you Ajax and Pickering for voting PLATINUM WINNER FOR BEST WINGS Come visit us and enjoy a FREE SALAD with the purchase of a regular priced entree. Expiry Nov. 30/06✃✃✃✃✃✃✃✃2006Platinum Thank you to everyone who voted in the 10th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 209 Bloor St., Oshawa • 905.404.6776 OSSO LIGHTING HOURS: TUES - FRI 9:00am-8:00pm, SAT 9:00am-5:00pm, CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU IN 2007! OSSO CITY LIGHTING is DELIGHTEDOSSO CITY LIGHTING is DELIGHTED A Sincere THANK YOU from Marino, Woody, Oleg, Leanne, Amanda, Jim, J.R., Kent, Angela and Dorthy to have been chosen again as an award winning Lighting Showroom for the 10th year in a row! (1997-2006) The Best of Seconds 20 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax 905-683-383320 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax 905-683-3833 www.playitagainval.comwww.playitagainval.com New & Consignment Bridal GownsNew & Consignment Bridal Gowns Designer LabelsDesigner Labels Wholesale PricesWholesale Prices Thank you to all our loyal customers for your ongoing support 2006 Platinum BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG BLACK DOG OFFER EXPIRES NOV 29/06 THANK YOU FOR VOTING US #1 AGAIN & AGAIN 38x AWARD WINNER 1725 KINGSTON RD.1725 KINGSTON RD. (EAST OF BROCK)(EAST OF BROCK) PICKERINGPICKERING 905-619-1000905-619-1000 CALL FOR RESERVATIONS! TAKE-OUT & DELIVERYCALL FOR RESERVATIONS! TAKE-OUT & DELIVERY (TO DESIGNATED AREAS)(TO DESIGNATED AREAS) Thank you for your support! Best Salad Bar, Best Buffet & Best Chinese Restaurant! AWARD-WINNING ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET!AWARD-WINNING ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET! www.mandarinbuffet.comwww.mandarinbuffet.com 2006 Award Winner Your Neighbourhood Auto Care Experts™ Precision Tune Auto Care professional services include: • Repairs • Brake Service • Diagnostics • Factory Scheduled Maintenance • Radiator Flush and Fills • Belts & Hoses • Air Conditioning Service • Emissions • Oil Changes • Tune-Ups • Fuel Injection Cleaning www.precisiontune.comAjax 355 Bayly St. W., Ajax • 905-683-9699 (East of Westney Rd.) Brooklin 114 Winchester Rd. E., Brooklin • 905-655-6171 (East of Baldwin) DON’T LET THIS HAPPEN TO YOU!!! Best Brake Service Thank you to our customers for voting us 2006Gold Thank you Ajax-Pickering for voting GOLD WINNER TIRE & AUTO SERVICE www.oktire.com 493 Bayly St. E., Ajax 905-686-1159 Taking an active role in maintaining your vehicle is the best way to avoid costly repairs down the road. *OVER 265 DEALER OWNED & OPERATED OK TIRE STORES ACROSS CANADA Vo t ed in the Top 10 by J.D. Powers as ‘Top Service Provider’ in Canada 2006 Gold for Readers’ Choice Massey ’s RESTAURANT SERVING THE AJAX PICKERING COMMUNITY SINCE 1965 774 LIVERPOOL ROAD SOUTH 905-839-5758 Thanks to our valued customers for their continued patronage. We appreciate your support. Gold - All Around Restaurant 2006Gold Getting youGetting you back on the Road 8 Bongard Collision Centre 2-377 MacKenzie Ave., Ajax, ON L1S 2G2 905-427-8787 We are proud to be recognized and a winner in the Reader’s Choice Awards. At Bongard Collision Centre, our goal is simple! To provide you with the fi nest collision service available. Jack Eat In • Take Out • CateringEat In • Take Out • Catering •Fully Licenced• Fully Licenced Buffet At LunchBuffet At Lunch Daily & Sundays 5-9pmDaily & Sundays 5-9pm 611 Kingston Rd. W. In Pickering Village At Church,S.W. Corner Thank youThank you to our 5 star patrons who confi rm our 5 star rating in TORONTO BY NIGHTTORONTO BY NIGHT with our 10th consecutive Readers’ Choice WinnerReaders’ Choice Winner as Best Indian Cuisine RestaurantBest Indian Cuisine Restaurant OPEN TUES - SUN For Daily Lunch Buffet 905-686-5553 Fine Authentic Indian Cuisine The Mount Everest Balti, Handi & Mughali Dishes, Biryanis Tandoori Chicken in Real Tandoor Clay Oven & Much More! THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 29 A/Pdurhamregion.com Saturday, November 4 Ends FREE SET OF CZECH CRYSTAL WINE GLASSES Please present this coupon and see store for details. 1WEEK ONLY SPECIAL RETAIL VALUE: $25.00 A Great Big Thank You For Voting Us Best Wine Making Establishment! “Bill and I have been making wine at Winexpert / Wine Not for over eight years. The wine is always delicious and it’s a wonderful fun atmosphere. We have been educated, but most importantly, we have made friends with the warm friendly owners - Craig and Pirjo.” Bill & Sue, Pickering “Since Craig and Pirjo have changed from Wine Not to Winexpert and started using Winexpert products, I have enjoyed the quality even more.” Bev, Pickering “Going to Winexpert is an enjoyable experience. Every time we bottle wine we learn something new. Not only are the wines the best I have ever made and the service impeccable, but their knowledge of winemaking and wine in general is amazing.” Steve & Gail, Pickering 623 Kingston Road, Pickering (Just west of National Sports) CRAIG & PIRJO CATS Owners and Operators Tuesday to Friday: 11am - 7pm • Saturday 10am - 4pm The Friendly Greek The Friendly Greek ,JOHTUPO3PBE 1JDLFSJOH 0OUBSJP -7$ (3&&, 1IPOF 8FBSFIPOPVSFEUPCFWPUFEBHBJOBT "KBY1JDLFSJOHT#FTU(SFFL3FTUBVSBOU $IAMOND Thanks to you for making us a success for the last 13 years! East Side Mario’s Ajax is proud to accept their diamond award for Best Pasta, Italian and Family Restaurant. EAST SIDE MARIO’S AJAX Tr ansit Square, 100 Westney Rd. S. 905-619-2229 Join us everyday for 2 lbs. of wings and fries! ONLY $9.99 All you can eat PASTA - Tuesdays ONLY $9.99 EVERY MONDAY KIDS EAT FREE! 2006 Diamond Honda offers one of the Lowest Corporate Average Fuel Consumption ratings. See honda.ca www.pickeringhonda.com www.pickeringhonda.com www.pickeringhonda.com www.pickeringhonda.com www.pickeringhonda.com www.pickeringhonda.com 905-831-5400 PROGRAM GRADUATE575 Kingston Rd. @ Whites/401 Honda offers one of the most fuel efficient line-ups of vehicles. THANK YOU To all of our loyal customers for voting us a winner in the BEST USED CAR CATEGORY Come on in to say hello. Over 80 pre-owned vehicles in-stock! Thank YouThank You We appreciate your business. Award winning wine experts Since 1996, Craig and Pirjo Cats have owned and operated Winexpert (formerly Wine Not). Their establishment is unique — as it is not just a winemaking facility but also an expe- rience in wine, and the juices used to make your wines are the fi nest available. “Winexpert products have won the most awards two years in a row at the largest winemaking competition in the world,” says Pirjo Cats. “We feel wine knowledge is key to helping you enjoy making better wines. Learning how to properly serve, cellar and food match takes the mystery and pretentiousness out of wine and makes it fun,” says Craig Cats, co-owner of Winexperts and head trainer for Wine Not International. At Winexpert, the clean, friendly atmosphere and the extremely knowledgeable owners help make winemaking a lifestyle. From big, bold reds that are barrel aged on the premises to easier drinking red and white wines from around the world, Winexpert has an extensive selection of over 120 different juices from which to make your wines. Don’t fret since se- lecting your wine is made easy with the help of Craig and Pirjo, who use their knowledge of wine to assist you in the selection process. Once you have made your choice, start the fermentation process and simply return four to six weeks later to bottle. It’s that easy, the wines are that good and it’s a great and fun wine experience. Cheers. Only the best at Pickering Honda Pickering Honda is known throughout Dur- ham Region as a dealership that provides one of the best Honda sales and service experi- ences available. As the only Honda Canada recognized Qual- ity Dealer in Durham Region, Pickering Honda has earned a reputation for outstanding cus- tomer satisfaction. It’s that reputation that has led to Picker- ing Honda to have been named the Platinum winner as best used car dealership as part of the 2006 Readers’ Choice Awards by the News Advertiser’s readers. “We are extremely happy to remain Durham Region’s top choice for purchasing a used vehicle,” says marketing manager Matthew McKenzie. “We have won this award in years past but with every new year, we always re- new our efforts to win it again by offering the best service we can.” With more than 50 years of combined sales experience, the team at Pickering Honda are there to help you fi nd the right used vehicle for you with many of their offerings being Honda Gold and Silver certifi ed. Their entire inventory can be viewed online www.trader. ca\pickeringhonda. At Pickering Honda, customers can expect a fair deal with a commitment to listening to and responding to each customer’s individual needs. For help with your next vehicle pur- chase, visit Pickering Honda at 575 Kingston Road, just west of Whites Road or visit www. pickeringhonda.com. 18 • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • Celebrating our 10th Anniversary - Advertising Feature durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 1794 Liverpool Rd., Pickering • 905-831-5363 JASPER Fish & Chips Thank You for voting us #1 Fish & Chip Restaurant 2006Diamond2006Diamond 1095 Kingston Rd., Pickering The Parts. The Pros. The Price. TEL: 905-420-1332 • FAX: 905-420-9885 Thank You Ajax/Pickering for voting us as your Readers’ Choice Winners In the Auto Parts category. Come in soon to see The Parts, meet The Pros and get The Price & Nursery School Infants • Toddlers • Preschool • School age Call us at 905-837-2273 or visit www.helpinghandsdaycare.ca PICKERING, 905-837-CARE 734 Kingston Rd., Suite 201 (beside Tim Horton’s) Hrs. 6:30 am - 6:00 pm M-F Age 6 wks. to 12 years BROOKLIN, 905-655-3522 5959 Anderson St. Hrs 6:30am - 6:30 pm M-F Age 6 wks. to 12 years New Location PICKERING,PICKERING, 905-509-2115 376 Kingston Rd., Hrs. 6:30 am - 6:00 pm M-F Age 6 wks. to 12 years Give your child a great start with no pressure. An early introduction to computers and science is incorporated into our award winning programs that allow your child to learn through play. Thank you for voting us the Best Day Care Centre for the 10th year in a row! Reader’s Choice Winner 10 years in a row! THE ASSOCIATION OF DAY CARE OPERATIONS OF ONTARIO CENTRE OF THE YEAR 1996 AWARD OF EXCELLENCE 2006 Gold TD Canada Trust would like to thank our Ajax and Pickering customers for voting us the best bank for 2006.1 Thank You! 1 Category Winner, News Advertiser 2006 Ajax/Pickering Readers' Choice Award *Recognized for Excellence in Overall Quality of Customer Service among The Big 5 Banks according to the Customer Service Index conducted by Synovate, September 2005 and 2006. Carpet CorralCarpet CorralThank you 1646 Bayly St. Pickering (at Brock Rd.) 905-683-1731 www.carpetcorral.ca Pickering’s longest established flooring centre, providing a wide range of area rugs, carpet, vinyl, laminate and hardwood. Come in & visit our large showroom In-stock specials Basement f looring specialists Family owned & operated since 1972 Best Floor Coverings! Ajax & Pickering for voting us Gold for 2006Gold THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 31 A/Pdurhamregion.com 20 • News Advertiser’s Readers’ Choice Winners 2006 • Celebrating our 10th Anniversary - Advertising Feature Thanks to the Readers for voting us... Diamond winner Best Caterer Platinum Winner Deli-Sandwich & Speciality Shop Clover Ridge Plaza Harwood/Westney 905-686-2461 HOURS: MON. TO FRI. 9-7, SAT. 9-2 Serving the wonderful people of Ajax since 1979 soups • salads • sandwiches • fresh and frozen meals • vegetarian meals and more 2006 Award Winner ®Registered trademarksofRoyal BankofCanada. RBCFinancial Group is a registered trademark of Royal BankofCanada. Effort has its own rewards We would like to thank our clients for voting us Best Bank in the 2006 Ajax / Pickering Readers’ Choice Awards. RBC®Ajax / Pickering DINE and DISCOVER Casey’s Classics like our Famous Baby Back Ribs, Classic Chicken Wings, Steaks & Burgers. Looking for a little adventure? Our Casey’s Twists are tempting new reasons to love us. Tr y the Mango Mahi Mahi, Shanghai Noodles and Louisiana Jambalaya. Casey’s Ajax would like to thank the readers for voting us Located on Kingston Road in the Durham Centre, just east of Harwood Ave. 905 619 9048 Casey’s is a registered trade-mark of PRC Trademarks Inc. Used under licence. (c) 2006 Prime Restaurants of Canada Inc. BEST LUNCH DESTINATION in Ajax Thanks for voting us a diamond winner! www.weightwatchers.ca Reach your goal, start today. New meetings closer to home! PICKERING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Rossland Rd. E. & Harwood in Ajax) Every Saturday • weigh in 8:30 am, meeting 9:15 am LOBLAWS COOKING SCHOOL (Liverpool Rd. in Pickering) Every Thursday • weigh in 8:30 am, meetings 9:00 am & 9:50 am • weigh in 4:45 pm, meetings 5:30 pm & 7:00 pm WEIGHT WATCHERS, BAYWOOD CENTRE (Harwood & Bayly in Ajax) Monday to Saturday For times call 1-800-387-8227 2006 D iam ond John Boddy Homes named “Best Builder” The votes are in and the residents of Ajax and Pickering have named John Boddy Homes Best Builder in this year’s Reader’s Choice Awards. John Boddy Homes has opened its newest family community in Ajax. The ‘Eagle Glen’ Community combines the closeness and con- venience of city living with a suburban feel, and its prime location makes it a great place to call home. Now into the second phase with prices beginning at $270,990, there are many captivating de- signs to choose from. Classic two-storey homes are available, as well as side and back splits, bungalows, executive semis and future townhomes. Semi-de- tached homes start at 1,850 square feet and detached homes range from 2,048 square feet to a spacious 3,267 square feet. With such a broad range of house sizes and styles ‘Eagle Glen’ has the ideal home to suit every preference. From the unique exteriors and charming streetscapes to the el- egant interiors, various John Boddy Homes include such impressive standard fea- tures as vaulted ceilings, double door entries, décor columns, mirrored sliding closet doors, ceramic kitchen backsplashes, double basin bathroom vanities with make-up counters and so much more. Our gourmet kitchens, wel- coming great rooms with cozy gas fi replaces and elegant dining rooms with coffered ceil- ings are all spacious and comfortable, mak- ing them the perfect location to enjoy time together with family or entertaining friends. In addition, some models include such impres- sive ‘extras’ as classic french doors, transom windows and custom octagonal skylights al- lowing light to travel throughout the home for a bright and spacious feel. For our homeowner’s convenience, most John Boddy Homes include main fl oor laundry rooms, laundry chutes, kitchen breakfast bars, private water closets, interior garage access, high effi ciency furnac- es and basement rough-ins for future bath- rooms. Also, windows are vinyl clad wood which allows for interior custom colours with a maintenance free exterior. Other features include arched entryways, custom millwork, window mullions on all front and rear facades and decorative garage doors featuring appeal- ing window lites. Custom landscaping pack- ages are also included in all homes providing the renowned curb appeal that enhances the entire ‘Eagle Glen’ community. Innovative fl oorplan designs combined with an extensive array of standard features in- cluded with every new home have become a corporate trademark of John Boddy Homes and ‘Eagle Glen’. Indeed, John Boddy Homes has been the proud recipient of ‘Best New Home Builder’ for Ajax/Pickering for the past nine years in a row! Not only does a John Boddy Home of- fer such striking standard features, there are also a wealth of opportunities to up- grade, making our homes as unique as each individual homeowner. The ‘Eagle Glen’ Sales Offi ce features a Décor Centre that contains various upgraded items to select from in order to special- ly customize your home. Our high-tech electrical and décor consul- tants allow homebuyer’s to make upgrade selections on site, enabling them to conveniently personalize their home. The ‘Eagle Glen’ community offers many important neighbourhood amenities such as schools, churches, parks and easy access to both Ajax and Go- Transit Services. Toronto is easily accessible from nearby Highways 401 and 407. Located just north of a host of shopping and recreation centres, ‘Eagle Glen’ allows residents all the amenities of the urban lifestyle while provid- ing the beauty and tranquility of the neigh- bouring countryside. With fi ve, fully furnished model homes to view, a visit to ‘Eagle Glen’ is a must. Drop by the Sales Presentation Centre located on Ste- vensgate Drive, north of Rossland Road West, one kilometre east of Church Street. Sales offi ce hours are Monday through Thursday, 12noon to 8pm, Friday, 12noon to 6pm, Sat- urday and Holidays from 10am to 6pm, closed Sundays. Let our friendly knowledgeable staff help you determine which of the many home styles available is perfect for you and your family and get set to join the ever-growing ‘Eagle Glen’ family community by John Boddy Homes. 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A builder with over 20 years experience, dozens of out- standing communities and over 20,000 homes built, Tribute Communities stand out above the rest. “We strive to stay close to our customers, and are attentive to their needs,” says Mark Cohen, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Tribute Communities. “Each of our com- munities is equipped with a Community Coor- dinator who is dedicated to ensuring that our homeowners are taken care of.” Last year was an incredible year for Tribute Communities, and this year is shaping up to be another outstanding one. They were hon- oured with eight awards at the 2005 Durham Region Home Builders’ Association Awards of Excellence, including Community of the Year for Brooklin West. The Greater Toronto Home Builders Association awarded Windfi elds Farm as the best project (low rise) of the year, among several other awards. In a testament to the quality of their homes and outstanding cus- tomer service, the J.D. 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JWP DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INC.a reputable, established and expanding Whitby based courier company, has immediate opening for enthusiastic broker drivers with a small car or mini van. Geo- graphical knowledge of Metro To- ronto is beneficial. Interested par- ties call Vali at (905)668-0345 LABOURERS REQUIRED for Ajax steam plant. Not suitable for students. Fax resume to 905-683- 1335. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thickson) on Monday to Thurs- day from 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m LUBE TECHNICIANS,full/part- time. Hourly wage + bonus. Able to perform regular oil & filter changes and maintenance on ve- hicles. Apply at Pennzoil, 581 King St. East Oshawa or fax: 905-725-1696 SUPERINTENDENTS required full-time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complexes. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couples. No pets. Fax resume (905)623- 2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Lunch Supervisors required for Pickering Elementary School. (Finch/Whites Rd) 905-831-1868 LUNCH SUPERVISORS needed immediately for Bellwood Public School, 11:40 - 12:40 daily or on a casual basis. Criminal refer- ence check, and TB test required. Call 905-436-0098. MAGICUTS has the following po- sitions available in the Durham area. Licensed Manager plus full/pt stylist. We offer: Competi- tive salary, opportunity for ad- vancement, profit sharing, free upgrading classes, monthly priz- es, benefits, hiring bonus. Join a winning team. Call Jody (905) 655-9806. NORTH AMERICAN FINANCIAL Product marketing company seeking career-oriented individual with leadership ability and desire to run own business. Call (905)924.6075. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full time. We train you!!! Call 905 435-0518 PAINTER WANTED for piece work in Bowmanville, Newcastle, Oshawa. Painters helper wanted. Will train. Must have own car and valid S.I.N. Call Mike 416-561- 9353 Mon-Fri. PART TIME KENNEL help. Stu- dents welcome. Please call Brooklin Pet Care (905)655-4721 PEOPLE'S TAXI,taxi drivers & licensed mechanics needed im- mediately for very busy company. Ajax & surrounding areas. Male or female, part time or full. (905)427-7770 PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE SERVICES is now hiring supply teachers and van drivers for school routes. Must have valid F license, clear abstract, and min, 5 years driving ex. please submit resumes to 129 Perry St. Whitby, L1N 4B7. PHOTOGRAPHER/SALES,por- trait studio, Oshawa, good pay plus bonus. Full time. Call Jesse 647-293-3901 PICKERING PUBLISHER seeks exp.graphics/layout person. Quark X-Press 6 required. Re- sume to rwh@rogers.com PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO.needs full-time maintenance person to keep buildings in repair. Must be proficient in painting, dry- wall, plumbing, electrical and floor repairs. Please send resume to: Realty Management Service, 223 Brock St. N. Unit 202, Whitby, ON L1N 4H6 RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED some knowledge of heating, air conditioning, & fireplaces, pleas- ant telephone manner. Experi- ence an asset but will train. Call Cullen Heating & Air Conditioning (905)725-9731 or fax resume 905-725-0886. REGISTRATION OFFICERS $25 hr/ avg Full time, we train you! Call 905 435-1052 UNIK CHOCOLATE,Fundraising Specialist, hiring local representa- tive. A/C van necessary. Min. salary $600-$1000 net/week, ex- penses paid. Please call 1-866- 900-6698 $$$$$ BRING A FRIEND & YO U CAN EARN.... IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE!! If interested, please attend a JOB FAIR on Thursday, November 2nd 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the THE PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX 1867 Valley Farm Rd. off Hwy#2, near The Pickering Town Center Whether an employee or an employer, Kelly Services is offering temporary services in: •Precision Assembly •Light Industrial •Quality Control •Heavy Lifting •Certified Forklift Operators •Manufacturing & Distribution SOCIAL INSURANCE CARD MUST BE PRESENT Also please bring with you an updated resume, two business references and a voided cheque. If unable to attend the JOB FAIR please call us to book an immediate appointment 905-434-5425 JOB FAIR Tuesday, October 31, 2006 8:30am - 3:30pm Now Hiring for Ajax & Bowmanville locations PLUS New Facility coming to Oshawa 100+ positions General Labour Packagers Quality Inspectors Forklift Operators Payrates $8 - 14/hr Oshawa Civic Auditorium (Bobby Orr Lounge) 99 Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa Bring resume, SIN card & 2 references **Interviews/Testing done on-site** **YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS** UNEMPLOYED? LOOKING FOR WORK? Join our 3 day Job Club Workshop Within 3 short days we will help you identify your skills Develop and prepare a resume and cover letter that gets you in the door Prepare you to answer tough interview questions Learn job search tips and much more…. Workshops are held in Pickering and Oshawa To register for one of our FREE workshops Contact Northern Lights Vocational Services (Ajax) 905-426-8337 / (Oshawa) 905-436-2957 For more information, call the Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 905-420-4010 (Pickering) 905-579-1821 (Oshawa) Funded by Human Resources Skills Development Canada RELIABLE HARDWORKING person required 4-6 hrs/day, 3-5 days/week. Experience working with animals, farm/forestry, excel- lent communication skills, some physical labour, own transporta- tion a must. Email resume: blackdogon57@yahoo.com SECURITY GUARD (concierge) Full and part-time. Willing to train. $9-$12/hour. Fax to: 905-420- 9957 or please e-mail: Kog.Bill@bellnet.ca. To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00-5 Closed SaturdayEmail: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Classifi eds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 29, 2006, PAGE 39 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 endrixll Hotel & Restaurant Equipment & Supplies We are opening our new location in Pickering in December. Hendrix is an established broad line foodservice equipment dealer, but we also carry plenty of kitchen gadgets and small appliances for the home. We are seeking FT and PT Retail Sales Associates, Commissioned Sales Agents and one versatile warehouse employee (with sales experience). The successful applicants will be able to work weekends, familiar with Microsoft offi ce programs, proactive, innovative, personable and patient. An exceptional attention to detail and a positive attitude are essential! If you’re up for the challenge and want a position that will grow with you, this is the company for you!Please submit resume by email to: natasha@hendrixequip.com by November 4th Pa ssionate about Passionate about cooking?cooking? G4S Security Services (Canada) Ltd. Serving Durham Region for over 25 years • UNIFORMED SECURITY OFFICERS • MOBILE PATROLS • ALARM RESPONSE • BYLAW ENFORCEMENT • ACCESS CONTROL • CCTV INSTALLATIONS • LOSS PREVENTION • INVESTIGATION SERVICES • CORPORATE AND SPECIAL EVENTS Employment Opportunities For Mature individuals to complement our strong Security Force in Durham Region Apply to: G4S Security Services (Canada) Ltd. 214 King Street East, 2nd Floor Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1C7 905-579-8020 Fax: 905-579-8028 Attention: Kathie McCue katherine.mccue@ca.g4s.com We are looking for happy, committed, energetic, team players. We have a co mpetitive pay structure, fl exible hours and benefi ts available. As well, there is always room for advancement within the company. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: Full and Part time storefront days and afternoons Full and Part time storefront overnights Full and Part time production, all shifts Please apply in person to 1725 Kingston Rd., Pickering (Mandarin Plaza) or fax to (905) 427-6354 Sales Representative Want to earn $75K plus per year?? UniFirst Canada is a leader across North America supplying uniforms, corporate clothing and facility services to a wide variety of businesses. An opportunity exists for sales minded individuals to become part of the UniFirst team located in the Durham Region. We offer a base salary of $43,500, bi-weekly vehicle allowance, benefi ts, profi t sharing, monthly bonus, established/protected territories, two exotic all expense paid trips for two per year for top performers and it all starts off with an eight week comprehensive training program. Do you have a strong work ethic? Are you prepared for a high level of prospecting? Are you a true “hunter”? Are you looking for career advancement? If this describes who you are, then UniFirst is looking for you! Experience is not mandatory but the attributes listed above are. Please email your resume and list of accomplishments to attention: wzufelt@unifi rst.com fax (905) 426-8819 or submit resume in person on Monday, November 6th to Hiring Manager 1175-1 Squires Beach Rd., Pickering, Ontario. Please check us out on the web at www.unifi rst.ca AREER CHOOL C OF HAIR & NAILS A Training Facility Diploma Programs approved by Private Career Colleges AREER CHOOL C STYLIST IN TRAINING We service all of your Hair and Nail needs. For appointments call 905-571-3433 8:00 - 3:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 - 8:00 Tuesday and Thursday •Hairstyling •Nail Technology •Manicure & Pedicure We accept walk-in clients 8:00 to 3:30 Monday to Friday Tel. 905-576-3558 www.careerschool.ca In-Paper and On-LineIn-Paper and On-Line JOB FAIR Check our website on Wed., Nov. 1st at www.durhamregion.comwww.durhamregion.com and How Does Your Resume Measure Up? Whether you call it a resume or a curriculum vitae, in essence this sheet of paper or e-mailed document represents the fi rst line of contact between a recruiter and yourself. As a result, you want to make sure this document represents you in the best light. There are plenty of guides available to help you craft the perfect resume. Therefore, you have every opportunity at your disposal to ensure your resume is well received. Consider these guidelines: 1. Do a self-assessment on a sheet of paper, jotting down the jobs you’ve held, the particulars of each position and what strengths you want to focus on. Having this information handy will let you create your resume in an organized fashion. 2. Contact information should include your full name, avoiding any nicknames. List your permanent address and telephone number. Record a neutral greeting on your answering machine in preparation of fi elding messages from recruiters. Also include an e-mail address, provided it sounds professional (CrazyLady1212@blankmail.com may turn off recruiters). Create a free e-mail account with a professional name if you don’t want to change your primary account. You can also include your Web site URL if the site pertains to your career goals or showcases a work portfolio. 3. Including an objective can be a good way to highlight to an employer the type of job you’re seeking. 4. List your education fi rst if you are right out of school. Those with a good deal of work experience can list education at the end of the resume. 5. Use brief statements full of action words to describe the work you’ve done at each position. If you prefer a chronological style resume, include the following: •Title of position •Name of organization •Location of work (town, state) •Dates of employment 6. List other information you feel is pertinent, such as educational honors, military achievements, awards won, exams or extracurricular coursework completed or any certifi cation you may have. Keep it brief, as you can certainly expound on your skills during an interview. 7. Solicit people you trust to serve as personal and professional references. Do not include this information with the resume unless it is specifi cally asked for in a job advertisement. 8. Keep the look of your resume as simple as possible, avoiding unusual fonts, paper colors, and shades of ink. It should be crisp and clean, and easily scanned by a recruiter in a manner of minutes. Advertising Feature durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 40 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 TM DirectBuy, the #1 way to buy direct for your home, is a rapidly expanding network of over 130 franchised showrooms and design centers all across North America. Our members are able to purchase nearly everything for in and around their homes, directly from several hundred manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Membership Associate We are seeking enthusiastic, self-motivated, well-spoken individuals to work in our offi ce. The Membership Associate will be responsible for contacting leads from several sources to verify information and offer them the opportunity to learn more about our service. Requirements: • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • Must be reliable and have high personal integrity. • Ability to work a fl exible schedule, including nights and weekends Send Resume to directbuyadmin@on.aibn.com Or Fax to: (905) 839-9471 Service Specialist The primary job of the Service Specialist is to provide customer support services to members of DirectBuy. Other responsibilities include: Maintain computer-based order-related messages Contact members with information regarding their purchase orders Resolve any purchase order challenges that occur prior to delivery Process payment, if applicable. Requirements: • Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills • Outstanding organizational, time management, problem solving and computer skills • Ability to work independently • Ability to work a fl exible schedule, including nights and weekends Send Resume to ucc375@on.aibn.com Or Fax to: (905) 839-9471 Nelson Industrial Inc., is a Canadian private company. A leader in metal products manufacturing for over 30 years, recognized for its modern processes and friendly work environment. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefi ts package with opportunity for personal growth and development. For further details please visit our website: www.nelsonindust.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TIG WELDER (Nights) 3-5 yrs. Experience. Must be able to weld steel and aluminum. CLEAN UP OPERATORS (Nights) 3-5 yrs. experience Grinding/Sanding of a variety of steel and aluminum components. BRAKE SET-UP OPERATOR (Days) 3-5 yrs. experience (Blue print reading and set-up capabilities and ability to use precision measuring instruments is expected. Knowledge of Amada & Accurpress brakes an asset) MACHINE OPERATOR TRAINEE (Nights) To be trained on Brakes, Punch Press, Shear SPOTWELDER - (Nights) Various Applications. Some experience required. Resumes should be forwarded to: Nelson Industrial Inc. Attn: Human Resources 1155 Squires Beach Rd., Pickering, On. L1W 3T9 Fax: (905) 428-8767 E-mail: bfl ynn@nelsonindust.com • Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Background - Perm • Automotive Assemblers (various positions & pay rates, you may be surprised) • PC Technicians, excellent client company • Industrial cleaning & maintenance positions (temp to perm), great opportunity • General labourers • Warehouse personnel is the leading provider of temporary, contract & permanent recruitment services in the world market and Durham Region. Voted the #1 Employment Agency by the Durham Business Times since 2000. Winner of the Gold Award for the Oshawa/Whitby/Clarington “This Week” Reader’s Choice awards. Email your resume to Adecco Oshawa: melanie.seymour@adecco.ca N o w Hiring! HOME HEALTH CARE Visiting Nurses and Companion Aides required. ParaMed is the largest private Canadian provider of home health care. We have served Canadians since 1974. We’re the home health care division of Extendicare, one of the North America’s leading providers of long term care. We offer shift premiums, full benefi ts package, in service education, voice mail pagers to our nursing staff. Email resumes to tstevenson@extendicare.com or lhughes@extendicare.com Tel: (905) 433-7600 1-800-463-3965 Fax: (905) 576-8852 In-Paper and On-LineIn-Paper and On-Line JOB FAIR Check our website on Wed., Nov. 1st at www.durhamregion.comwww.durhamregion.com and Advertising Feature Mastering First Impressions At Your First Offi ce Job Interview With more and more students looking for part time offi ce jobs to support them while they’re in school, it is important to understand the impact of a fi rst impression. Candidates have a small window of opportunity to convince an interviewer that they are the best person for the job. Follows are several easy tips for mastering interviews and creating positive fi rst impressions. Research the company. Before walking into an interview do your homework. Research the company’s history, mission statements, products/services and clients. The internet is a great tool for fi nding information on any company from a variety of perspectives. Having a strong understanding of a company will demonstrate that you are serious about the job and eager to learn about the company. Prepare likely questions and responses in advance. Before the interview prepare a list of possible questions that might be asked and create the corresponding answers. This helps to organize your thoughts in advance and to make note of the messages you want to deliver in your responses. Dress appropriately. In most interview situations candidates should be in a suit, however depending on the job and the work environment different attire might be appropriate. Remember it is always better to be overdressed than underdressed. Appropriate case for portfolio and resume. With more and more offi ces using notebooks instead of desktop computers, make sure you add to your professional appearance by carrying your laptop to the job interview in a professional, yet youthful, carrying case with your portfolio and resume. Not only will a professional laptop carrying case show them you mean business, it will be comfortable for you to carry around and keep extra copies of your resume organized. Gestures. Never underestimate the infl uence of a proper hand- shake. Many interviewers create instant impressions of individuals based on their hand-shake. Also maintaining good eye contact throughout the interview will portray strong confi dence in any candidate. Follow-up thank-you. It is important to send a quick thank you note to your interviewers. Include important information that you have learned from the interview and thank him/her for taking the time to meet with you. It may only be a quick note but it shows that you are genuinely interested in the position and eager to hear back. At the end of an interview ask for a business card so that you have an email address to send the letter to. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, October 29, 2006 PAGE 41 A/Pdurhamregion.com Here we grow again ... OPENING SOON in North Whitby (Brock/Taunton) Founded in 1992, and now with 17 locations across the GTA, St. Louis Bar & Grill is know for the best wings and ribs in town. We are the recent winner of the “King of the Wing” title. Come and join our winning team! We are hiring for the following Full and Part Time Positions: • Bartenders • Servers • Cooks • Hostesses • Bussers Please email resume to jobs@stlouiswingswhitby.com or fax 416-485-1512 Attn: WHITBY Hosted by John Howard Society of Durham Region Visit our website at www.stlouiswings.com to download an application form. JOB FAIRJOB FAIR DIAMOND INSTITUTEDIAMOND INSTITUTE of Business and Computer Technologyof Business and Computer Technology (905) 427-1922 diamondinstitute.ca BUSINESS DIPLOMA Business Administration Diploma Business - Information Systems Management ** COMPUTER SERVICE DIPLOMA Computer Service/Network Technician ** * A+, Net+, Security, Linux+, MCSA, A+Cisco Computer Service & Information INFORMATION SYSTEMS DIPLOMA * Network Engineering Option * Program Analyst Option Information Systems Management ACCOUNTING DIPLOMA Accounting and Payroll Specialist OFFICE TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA Business Offi ce Software Specialist ** * Medical Offi ce Specialty * Basic Accounting Option * Extended Accounting and Payroll Option * Customer Service/Call Centre Business (OFFICE) Assistant** * General Business and Bookkeeping Specialty * Medical Offi ce Specialty * Payroll Specialty PA R ALEGAL Pa r alegal Diploma CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS A+ Certifi cate Program Microsoft Certifi ed System Engineer (2003) Microsoft Offi ce Specialist Diamond Institute is dedicated to providing excellence in training for upcoming career professionals. We care a great deal about the welfare of our students and their future. Most of our Business instructors have Master degrees in Business and extensive teaching and consulting experience. Our expert IT instructors are certifi ed in Microsoft, Novell, Network+, A+, Security and CISCO. Our full-time programs are approved by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. Some of the programs have been accredited for University Transfer credits by select universities in Canada. Students can choose to attend a full-time program or have a curriculum customized to their specifi c needs. Our domestic students have a wide range of fi nancial options to help cover tuition while they are in school. Diamond Institute is affi liated with the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA). Students can pass their CPA exams and take electives and mandatory credits from Diamond Institute. Our philosophy is to operate customer-focused centres. Our school is student-centred and stresses the importance of providing a high quality of education and service. We believe that by treating our students, as customers will ensure that we provide the service they deserve. 100 Westney Rd. S., Ajax100 Westney Rd. S., Ajax CNC Custom Machining & Fab. Inc. Positions available immediately in Oshawa: CNC Setup/Operator - Lathes (2 positions) Candidate should possess 3 years of experience with CNC machines and proven set-up skills. Knowledge of FANUC controls an asset. CNC Setup/Operator - Vertical Mills (1 position) Candidates should possess 3 years of experience with CNC machines and proven set-up skills. Knowledge of FANUC controls an asset. CNC Operator (2 positions) General Factory Help (2 positions) Positions available immediately in Port Hope: Machinist (2 positions) 3 years experience Machine Operator (2 positions) Manual mills and lathes Fa bricator (1 position) 5 years experience Welder (1 position) Mig, Tig, stainless steel, aluminum CWB certifi ed an asset General Factory Help (1 position) Competitive wages and excellent benefi t package Apply via email: pstewart@cnccustommachining.com (please state position you are applying for in subject line) FULL TIME • DAYS • AFTERNOONS • MIDNIGHTS Please apply to any one of our locations listed below: 516 Brock St. N., Whitby 130 Taunton Rd. W., Whitby 821 Dundas St. W., Whitby 4051 Thickson Rd. N., Whitby There are many reasons why a job at Tim Hortons can work for you. Like health benefits and scholarship opportunities. It’s also about being part of a team, working in a friendly environment, and having flexible hours to fit your lifestyle. Visit any Tim Hortons in Durham Region and ask for an application, or go to timhortons.com for more information. Join us on the other side of the counter! There are many reasons why a job at Tim Hortons can work for you. Like health benefi ts and scholarship opportunities. It’s also about being part of a team, working in a friendly environment, and having fl exible hours to fi t your lifestyle. Visit any of these Tim Hortons and ask for an application or go to timhortons.ca for more information. Please email resumes to positions@laark.ca or fax to 905-430-3257 Imagine a job that fi ts your life. Apply now. Looking For Work? JOIN US FOR CANADA CAREER WEEK OCT. 30TH - NOV. 3RD Featuring a Guest Speaker discussing future developments in Durham and the effect on job search. Job search tools, strategies and techniques have changed. FREE PROGRAM S Call to Inquire Ajax: 905-426-8337 Oshawa: 905-436-2957 Refreshments will be served www.theemploymentadvantage.com ✓ Do you have the tools? 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Prepare monthly account analysis for A/R and related accounts Preferred Skills - Strong working knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, Lotus Notes and System Operations Required Skills - 1 to 2 years of post-secondary education in accounting. Previous experience in a complex, high volume accounts receivable position desirable We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Johnson Controls offers a comprehensive salary and benefi t package. For immediate consideration apply directly to: Human Resources Department, 1555 Wentworth Street, Whitby Ontario L1N 9T5 Or email your resume to asg-whitbyhr@jci.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our success is measured by our commitment to excellence! We are an established non profi t organization that provides community nursing and PSW services. Our service is provided in a friendly, supportive style that benefi ts our clients and our staff. If you are motivated to provide quality services in your community, we look forward to receiving your resume. VHA Home HealthCare 170 Merton Street Toronto, On M4S 1A1 Phone: 1-888-314-6622 Fax: 1-888-576-3237 Email: kfelizde@vha.ca Phone: 416-489-2500 Fax: 416-482-8773 • Full time, Part time and Casual positions • Wage commensurate with experience • Benefi t package for F/T staff • Pension plan • Paid mileage and travel time • Paid team meetings • Paid orientation • Employee assistance program • On-going education/In-services • Clinical support 24/7 Employment Opportunities Across Durham Region for • Registered Nurses • Registered Practical Nurses • Personal Support Workers We offer: In-Paper and On-LineIn-Paper and On-Line JOB FAIR Check our website on Wed., Nov. 1st at www.durhamregion.comwww.durhamregion.com and A dynamic and supportive environment. Exciting challenges. Recognition and rewards for achievement. Opportunities for advancement. Competitive pay and benefi ts. And the list goes on. We are Shoppers Drug Mart®/Pharmaprix®, Canada’s leading and most respected drug store retailer. Whether you are seeking a job in Pharmacy, Retail, within Corporate, or at one of our Shoppers Home Health Care® locations, we offer tremendous opportunities to enhance your career path options and make the Shoppers Drug Mart®/Pharmaprix® experience the experience of a lifetime. Explore our site to fi nd out all that we have to offer: New Store Opening Garden & Rossland, Whitby Now Hiring All Positions - cashiers - merchandisers - beauty experts - photo operators - pharmacy Fax Resume 416-490-2896 McNairn Packaging is a World Class (24/7) leader in specialty papers and packaging materials for the Food Service, Food Processing, Retailing, and Manufacturing Industries. We are a local supplier who will be celebrating our 125th Anniversary in early 2007. We are currently looking for qualifi ed individuals in the following areas: •Value Stream Engineer •Production Supervisor •Human Resources Payroll and Benefi ts •Maintenance Supervisor We are able to offer an attractive salary and a comprehensive benefi ts package for the right candidates. For immediate consideration, please email your resume and salary requirements to the attention of Daniel Hosfeld, Human Resources Manager: dhosfeld@mcnairnpackaging.com. We will also accept faxed resumes at 905-668-6259 and respectfully ask only qualifi ed candidates apply. We are not currently accepting 3rd party submissions and will treat such submissions as submitted by the candidate. No phone calls please and only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. 125 Consumers Dr., Whitby www.mcnairnpackaging.com 100 Westney Rd. S., Ajax, ON L1S 7H3 (Steps to Ajax GO Station) Want a GREAT JOB with FLEXIBLE HOURS and a GOOD SALARY? 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Whitby: 905-666-8847 Ajax: 905-427-8165 The Job Connect Program is funded by the Government of Ontario Stewart Homes is now hiring part time employees for its residence in Pickering. DSW, ECE, SSW, RPN, CYW or PSW Qualifications preferred. Apply with resume to: Kelly Cooper Human Resources Department Stewart Homes 1993 Guild Road Pickering, Ontario L1V 1X9 Email: kcooper@stewart-homes.com Fax: 905-686-3112 EARN UPTO $1000 A WEEK! Mobile pet groomers wanted. Looking for energetic, organized and reliable people who love animals. Good work ethic a must. Must have good customer service and people skills. Team player, clean drivers licence. Benefits, company vehicle provided. Experience preferred but not required. Full training given. To apply on-line: bob@aussiepetmobile.ca.By phone: Call Bob at 647-333-7388. Part-time In-Home Customer Service Specialist Amish Furniture Outlet requires experienced Woodworking/hobbyist to conduct in-home custom measurements and warranty work. This position would be suitable for a retiree with a love for wood, looking for approx. 10-20 hours per week. Fax resume to 905-619-3299 2006 GOVERNMENT SNOW CONTRACTS Snow Plowing Equipment Operators Drivers & Walkway Labourers Required immediately, F/T, P/T.$18-$30/hour. On-call 7/24, Drivers License & transportation required Call 416-896-3758 ● Fax 905-427-3654 Contracts located in North York governmentplowservices@rogers.com WE TRAIN FOR CAREER IN FINANCIAL SERVICES •Full time or part time. •High income potential. •Excellent training. •Set your own hours For more information call Don Zynomirski at (905)509-4973 SNOWPLOW BROKERS We pay the most . . . Properties within GTA We need pickup trucks with plows, drivers with snowplow experience and sidewalk shoveling crews. Guaranteed money every month. Phone (905)655-2458 FULL-TIME GOOD OPPORTUNITY We are an industrial supply company looking to hire a full time person. Must have computer skills and be able to work well with others. We will train. E-mail resume only to: jim@heatexchangerontario.ca ESTHETICIAN /LASER TECH Full time - Monday to Friday experience preferred, but will train suitable candidate - medical office - Oshawa Clinic. Salary dependent on experience starting immediately Fax resumes to (905) 665-6982. FULL TIME INSERTING MACHINE OPERATOR required for New Muller Martini Alphaliner Machine •Experience on inserting equipment required •Candidate must be able to run entire shift of 12 employees •Must be flexible with hours they can work •Problem solving skills •People skills •Mechanical abilities Only those with the above skills need call 905-579-4407 Ask for Kirk BaileyLINCOLN SALEEN Durham's #1 Dealer has openings for: EXPERIENCED LICENSED TECHNICIANS OR 4TH YEAR APPRENTICES •Flat rate shop •Ford experience preferred •Good work environment EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE DETAILER •Aggressive sales dept. •Complete 2 bay detail facility We offer competitve wages & company benefits. Join a winning team! •Fax resume: 905-839-6008 •Call Bill or Brian: 905-839-6666 Due to growth, StonCor Group, a Fortune 500 Company, is looking for an upbeat, career oriented individual to fill a new opportunity in the Company's Fibergrate Division. DRAFTSPERSON / ESTIMATOR •2 years experience using AutoCad creating structural drawings/details. •2 years experience in the construction industry •Able to read, understand and prepare takeoffs from tender drawings. Forward your resume in confidence to: StonCor Group 95 Sunray Street Whitby, ON L1N 9C9 fax: (905) 430-3056 or email : canada@stoncor.com Visit our website at www.stoncor.com Brooklin United Church is seeking a part-time (10-13 hours/week), Music Director with professional qualifications, and profi- ciency with pipe organ, piano and choral conducting. Brooklin United Church's musical ministry includes Sr. and Jr. Choirs, a Praise Band as well as vocal and instrumental solos. The successful candi- date will encourage and be supportive of the church's praise band music ministry and will be comfortable in a blended worship environment where music inspires the faith of all ages. Only those candidates under serious con- sideration will be contacted for interviews. Salary will be based on RCCO guidelines. Apply in confidence with a resume by November 17, 2006 (may be extended) to: janets100@hotmail.com or Brooklin United Church 19 Cassells Rd. E, Box 402 Brooklin, Ontario L1M 1A4 Attention: Janet Smith. Please see www. brooklinunited.ca for more church background. Office Clerk - Noranco a growing firm located in Pickering, Ontario, to provide support to office for Duties including: invoicing, order entry, accounts receivable/ accounts payable, filing, reception, customer communication and varied other tasks. $12/hr Fax HR@905-831-0104 or email hr@noranco.com North Americas largest consumer golf show, The Toronto Golf & Travel Show, a division of Metroland Printing, Publishing &Distributing Ltd, is seeking an experi- enced: SALES REPRESENTATIVE As a key member of our Sales Team, you will source new and service existing cli- ents for The Toronto Golf & Travel Show and related publications. The qualified candidate will be a moti- vated, independent, self-starter with a proven track record in sales. You will pos- sess excellent written and verbal commu- nication skills and be familiar with Micro- soft computer applications. Advertising print sales and exhibit/trade show experi- ence preferred. Knowledge of the golf in- dustry an asset. If you would like to work with a leader in the media industry this opportunity may be the right one for you. We offer a com- petitive compensation package and op- portunities for future career growth. A re- liable vehicle is required. If interested please forward your resume including salary expectations, and refer- ence Golf Shows in the subject line to: careers@haltonsearch.com Fax: 905-632-0308 We appreciate the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please. PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST/HOSTESS Required immediately - $12.00 per hr. Tues., Wed., Thurs. for new home sales office in Ajax. Vehicle required. Drop off resume Monday - Thurs. 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sat./Sun. 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the GREAT GULF HOMES WYNDAM MANOR SALES CENTER Ta unton Rd. just W. of Salem Rd. on the south side. UNIK CHOCOLATE,Fundraising Specialist, hiring local representa- tive and warehouse personnel. A/C van necessary, min. salary $600/week (except warehouse employees). Please call 1-866- 900-6698 UPS STORE N. Oshawa Part Time Customer Service 20 hours a week including 3 weekends per month Must have Computer and Multi Tasking skills Knowledge of Adobe programs an asset Fax: 905-576-8041 Email: store219@theupsstore.ca URGENT! experienced cleaners needed part time for great new opportunities with cleaning ser- vice for residential clients. Gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious inquires only. NANNIES REQUIRED - part and full time for the Durham Region and GTA. Must be bondable. Call Perfect Maid Service 905-686- 5424 now. WINCHESTER/THICKSON, Whitby Esso hiring friendly, quick, detail-oriented Personnel with ex- cellent time management and cleaning skills. Fax (905)620- 1292 or call (905)655-0536 or (416)898-3927 or apply in per- son. HIGH END MEDICAL SPA needs Medical Esthetician. Must have experience and professional attitude. Call Eleanor at 905-619- 2038. SALON/SPA customer service trainee required preferably with retail/restaurant background ex- perience. Apply in person www.valentinos.ca SPA SEDONA RMT and Esthe- tician wanted, PT or FT. Pickering Village. Talent and enthu- siasm required. 905-686-4955 info@spasedona.ca STYLIST REQUIRED immediate- ly, for busy upbeat salon, in North Oshawa, full or part time, wage plus commission. Call Stella, 905- 434-2324 AN EXCAVATION,water and sewer company requires full crew, Equipment Operators and Pipelayers. EXPERIENCED ON- LY! Please forward resumes by fax to 905-985-0604 or call 905- 985-7737. CARPENTERS & 3RD Year Apprentices needed immediately. Experienced in Framing & Form- ing. Permanent full-time work. Salary negotiable, benefits. Call (905)427-6261 or fax resume (905)427-8659 CNC PUNCH PRESS Operator with brake and shear experience. Tr umatic experience an asset. Full time days, wage to be nego- tiated. Contact Steve by e-mail at steve@adamsonproaudio.com or by fax attn Steve 905-982-0609 COMMERCIAL DUCT CLEANER $15 - $22/hr. depending on experience. Need license and must be able to drive standard. Please call Terry at (905)897- 2700 or fax resume: 905-897- 2737 EXPERIENCED PAINTER/RE- FINISHER busy, expanded truck collision repair shop. Knowledge of Du Pont Imron products, down- draft spray booths. Experience in painting transport trucks a must. Email to: gene.kerr@qceajax.com or by fax 905-428-8275. MECHANIC,licensed, Class 'A', or experienced apprentice. Full- time, guaranteed hours. Call (905)448-9516 or fax resume to 905-576-8236. WELDING COMPANY hiring Welders, Erectors, Estimator, Co- ordinator for miscellaneous and structural steel shop in Pickering. Inside/outside work. Fax resume to 905-420-5704 or email: eagle_s_steel @hotmail.com NOW HIRING for next tax season - experienced tax preparers and those currently enrolled in a tax course.Fax 905-426-5598 PA RT-TIME HOSTESS / HOST required for new home real estate sales office. Weekends & evenings required (approx. 29 hours). Please fax resume to: 905-427-4320. JUNIOR ASSISTANT FOR fast paced and result driven sales of- fice in Scarborough. Telephone, computer skills and office experi- ence. French speaking an asset. Fax resume to: 416-292-6090. SALES REP REQUIRED,great part time or full time position. All pre-set appointments, evenings starting at 6:00pm. Average sales commission $45-80k yearly, verifiable. Excellent training pro- gram, no experience required. Call for interview, (905)655-9053 ONE OF Eastern Ontario's larg- est independant general insu- rance brokers requires a sales- person for their Oshawa office. Great opportunity for a self-starter with an established community network. Prior sales experience and a post secondary degree an asset but not mandatory. Excel- lent compensation and benefits package for the successful candi- date. Reply with resume to P.O. Box 2097, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7V4 SALES REPRESENTATIVE New Homes opportunity. An excellent communicator with good presen- tation & closing skills, posses a professional demeanor & highly motivated with a proven success in selling new homes. Please for- ward your resume to Stephanie at: STan@baywoodhomes.com SALES HELP required for new health store in Pickering Town Centre. 30-40 hours/week. Health knowledge required. Call 416- 606-7995 CARDIAC ULTRASOUND ECHO TECH,experienced for busy clinic in Whitby. Fax 905-668-8778, email: cardio13@bellnet.ca CDA TO WORK with GP & Peri- odontist Tuesday, Wednesday & occasional Friday at hospital. Please fax resume to 905-728- 6736 DENTAL ASSISTANT for oral surgeons office in Scarborough. 1-1/2 to 2 days/week. (Flexible). Harp & Oral Surgery experience required. Maternity leave. Fax re- sume 416-431-3873. DENTAL ASSISTANT required part time. No evenings/week- ends. Experience preferred. Fax resume to 905-831-5975. EXPERIENCED DENTAL RE- CEPTIONIST/Treatment Coordi- nator required. Full-time position also part-time Hygienist, includes some evenings and weekends. Please fax resume to 905-683- 8494. FULL TIME DENTAL Reception- ist. Our busy Oshawa practice is seeking an experienced, per- sonable, multi-tasking Reception- ist. Excellent communication skills required. Tracker experi- ence an asset. Some evenings and Saturday's required. Please forward resume and cover letter to: rlmonaghan@hotmail.com FULL TIME EXPERIENCED DENTAL receptionist/assistant, HARP certified with AbelDent Required immediately. Please fax resume 905-666-9057 MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST needed for busy Whitby Walk-in Clinic. Medical office experience and computer skills necessary. Part Time: Evening Shifts. Email resume to kdaiter@rogers.com PART TIME DENTAL Reception- ist-Assistant for orthodontic office. Experience preferred. Please send resume to: ejpong@yahoo.com PART TIME HYGIENIST. Our busy Oshawa practice is seeking an experienced, personable, dental hygienist, evenings and Saturday's re- quired. Please bring resume to 555 Simcoe St.S., Oshawa. RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR,to provide support to adults with de- velopmental or dual diagnosed; DSW, SSW, CSW or related post-secondary required. First aid and safe management an as- set. $11-$13/hour. 416-630- 7273. fss@freedom-support.com RN REQUIRED for permanent part-time position for oral surgery office. Mornings only. BCLS and Venipuncture required. ACLS, ER/Acute Care experience pre- ferred. Please fax resume to: 905-576-0016. COOKS & SERVERS WANTED, FULL or part-time in bar and grill in Courtice. Experience preferred. Competitive wages. Call 905- 433-9196 or fax: 905-433-9753, or Apply within: Rumours Sports Bar & Grill, Courtice Rd/Hwy 2 EAST SIDE MARIOS, Pickering, hiring for the following positions. F/T open availability line cooks and servers. P/T host, dish and pizza salad. Apply in person on- ly. Immediate Positions Available GTA & Surrounding Areas “ Taking Pride in Staffi ng” • Reg’d Dental Hygienist • Cert. Dental Ass’t I & II • Dental Offi ce Manager • Dental Receptionist • Treatment Coordinator • Med. Recpt./Secretary Tel: 416-368-9871 Fax: 416-368-9034 Email:huresources@nhihealthcare.com R.F.E.C. Child Care Centre Requires responsible volunteers to assist in the trans- portation of a child with special needs from South Oshawa to Westney Road in Ajax. Volunteer will ride on wheelchair accessible public transportation with child. If volunteer has a wheel- chair accessible vehicle, they may transport the child in their vehicle. Morning:child will be picked up at 7 a.m. in Oshawa and delivered to child care in Ajax Evening:child will be picked up at 5:30 p.m. in Ajax and returned to home in Oshawa Part time commitments are welcome Approved expenses will be reimbursed Please contact Melissa Beaucaire 905-427-8862 extension 329 Resources For Exceptional Children Durham Region BOARD OF DIRECTORS A mid-size non-profit housing corporation in Ajax seeks volunteers to serve as directors. Individuals with an interest or experience in social housing, finance or property management are preferred. Applicants should have some familiarity with governance and be able to attend monthly evening meetings. Please forward resume to: Life Centre Non-Profit Housing Corporation 1 Marsh Lane Ajax, Ontario L1T 3W3 Email: lifecentre@bellnet.ca WE CLEAN YOUR House/ apart- ment for $70. Vacuuming, dust- ing, floor washing, bathrooms, kitchens, window-ledges, base- boards.Call Roula 416-995-5659. ** PUBLIC ** NOTICE List of Durham Region distress sales and bank foreclosures are now available to the public for free. www.DurhamBank Foreclosures.com 2 STOREY CUSTOM BUILT HOME, 3400sqft (total 4900sqft.) completely finished, superb quality on 1 acre. 25 Bradley Blvd. Mitchell's Corners, Courtice. (905)571-2199. $519,000. OPEN HOUSE 1pm-5pm every Saturday and Sunday ABSOLUTELY STUNNING - 123 Candlebrook DR. Whitby, $269,900. 3 bed, immaculate throughout, open concept, de- signer decor, double door foyer, ceramic/hardwood throughout, carpeted familyroom, ensuite bath, sep. shower, soaker tub, unspoiled basement. Covered front porch, designer pillars..see to believe..ABSOLUTELY NO AGENTS!! 416-890-3020 to view. GOOD INCOME PROPERTY. Legal duplex, (legal triplex pend- ing), currently rented, renovated to fire/safety code. 93 McMillan Dr. Oshawa. Near Hospital. Only $159,500.. Call Taylor Bailey 905-922-7015 AFFORDABLE Hot New Listings Free Computerized list with pictures of affordable homes in your specific price range and area. Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID #7040 or FreeDurhamMLS .com Re/Max Ability Real Estate Ltd.** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* BEAUTIFUL BRICK Chateau Vil- la brand new spacious bungalow w/walk-out bsmt. Backs onto con- servation. Freehold. Close to all amenities. $184,900. 1-800-467- 1766.Close to Bowmanville. PRIVATE SALE,Oshawa, Mo- hawk St. 66-ft frontage, 3-bdrms, beautiful side-split, Kassinger built, quality & upgraded through out, 2 fireplaces, c/a, c/v, under- ground sprinkler system, hard- wood floors etc. Resort-like pri- vate backyard w/in-ground pool, very quiet & relaxing home. Low maintenance, shows 10-plus, flexible closing, $399,900. Call for viewing (905)720-1533 LAKE PROPERTY,luxury estate home, 3-bdrms, huge garage, fabulous kitchen, incredible view of windows on one acre. $287,900.1-877-878-9899 A/P PAGE 44 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 29, 2006 www.durhamregion.com • Absolutely STUNNING three bedroom home located on quiet non-feeder street • IMMACULATE throughout—just place your furniture and enjoy • Desirable OPEN CONCEPT plan makes this DESIGNER décor feel much brighter and airier the ample living space provides • SPACIOUS double-door foyer with entrance to garage for privacy and safety • SPECTACULAR ceramic & hardwood fl ooring throughout MAIN FLOOR with carpeted FAMILY ROOM • Ensuite bath boasts SEPARATE shower stall and SOAKER tub • Large UNSPOILED basement is perfectly laid out for HUGE family or games room • COVERED front porch with designer pillars for warm summer nights ABSOLUTELY NO AGENTS! 123 CANDLEBROOK DRIVE, WHITBY OFFERED at only $ 269,900 416-890-3020 for more info Visit LIZA HOMES' Gorgeous model home at Country Gardens in Whitby this weekend Saturday & Sunday from 1-3pm. Raised bungalow, 50 ft. lots, starting in the low $400,000's, approximately 2400 sq. ft. Stone/Brick, 9' Ceilings, 3 & 4 bdrm, 3 baths, prof. landscape package. All a must see and more... South of Taunton Road off Brock St., West on Whitburne & South on Maple Edge Lane. For more information call 905-655-9387 Builders Clearance DISTRESS SALES Bank Foreclosure, Power of Sale & Estate Sales Free computerized list with pictures of Distress Sale properties from $170,000. No Investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#4042 or Durham DistressSale.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905)434-7777 Matt Cooper* FIRST TIME BUYERS Why Rent When You can own? Free computerized list with pictures of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 DurhamStop Renting.com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* FIXER UPPER "BARGAINS" These homes need work! Free Computerized list of properties with pictures. 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RETAIL SPACE available from 1200 sq.ft. to 7,000 sq.ft. in very busy "Teddy's Park Plaza", s/e corner of King and Park Rd. Oshawa. Relocate your business here. $15/sq.ft. Givalas R.E.Ltd., Nick Givalas Broker 1-905-479- 4436.Email: ngivalas@trebnet.com CAREER STRESSED?Learn how to operate a mini office outlet www.miniofficeoutlets.com/stacey $$$MORTGAGES$$$ up to 100% financing: First Time Buyers/Refinance/purchase Have your financing in order before the holiday rush!!! Rising education costs depleting your cash flow? Hundreds of $$ in monthly savings CONSOLIDATE NOW BEST AVAILABLE RATES Bank turn downs/Power of Sale/Collections Let me review your options first. A longer amortization could be beneficial Some conditions apply PLEASE CALL SYLVIA JULES (905) 666-2060 Tor. Line (289) 314-4098 Email: sjules@on.aibn.com Central Funding Group Ltd. Serving Durham and other areas for 14 years. OWNER RETIRING Security Company assets for sale. Tu rnkey operation. Trademark protection, Website. Marketing high-end security products. Low investment. One time offer. Private sale. e-mail richardsquires@bellnet.ca $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594 REFINANCING SPECIALIST Combine mortgage payments with existing debts. Make one monthly payment. Low interest rate. Contact Annette (905)426- 6899 'COME HOME TO COMFORT!' 2 & 3 bdrms from $1025 util, incl. Full-time bldg representative. Close to shopping & parks. "$500 Move-in Bonus". Ask about our Rental Rewards. Call 1-888-310- 7000. Any Space. Anytime. www.GOtransglobe.com” 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa, Simcoe/Gibb. Starting from $450/mo. - $600/mo. + utilities. First & last, references, Available Nov.1st. Call Stephen 905-259-5796, 905-576-8699. 1 & 2-BEDROOM APTS.clean quiet Oshawa 5-plex. Applianc- es, laundry available. 1-bdrm $710/mo. incl. 2-bdrm basement $800/mth. No pets, bus at door. Nov.1st.(905)424-8670. 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT in triplex, new laminate floor. All in- clusive, $850. Parking included. Laundry. Available immediately! Whitby Marina area. First/last. 866-581-8950. 1, 2 & 3 BDRM apts, condo & houses for rent in Whitby and Ajax. All in residential areas and shows well. Bo Gustafsson, Sut- ton Group.416-783-5000. 1-BDRM APARTMENT in coun- try estate, mins. to Kirby Ski Hill. Avail. Nov. 1st. Fridge, stove, first/last. $850/month. Call (905)725-9991 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. East Oshawa. Sep. entrance, available immediately/Nov.1st. $600/mo. includes all utiliites & parking, No laundry facilities or pets.Non-smoker.905-436-3986. 1-BEDROOM basement apt., Oshawa, very quiet, freshly painted, parking, private. Suits 1 person. No smoking, no pets. $600 all inclusive. For appoint- ment leave phone # at 905-434- 7012 1-BEDROOM North Oshawa $735 all inclusive, no pets, available Nov. 1st. ALSO 2- bdrm. apt, close to Oshawa Cen- tre. $790/mo. all inclusive, available Nov. 1st. No pets. 905- 723-1647 or 905-720-9935. 2 BEDROOM CONDO available immediately in Bowmanville. $1050/month. 5 Appliances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own. Lease today and receive one month free rent. (905)697- 8261 2 BEDROOM SELF-contained basement apartment for rent in Pickering; separate entrance. Close to school and shopping. No smoking. No pets. Available immediately. $800, utilities in- cluded. 1st and last REQ. (905) 831-2273. 2 BEDROOM with walk out base- ment. Separate entrance. 1200 sq. ft. of luxury. Neutral decor. No pets/smoking. $900 plus utilities. 905-839-2627, 416-732-4383, ask for Sarah. 2-BEDROOM APT.Simcoe/Mill Oshawa. with Hardwood & bal- cony, $775, avail. Nov.1. 2-bed- room Apt. with carpet. $765/mo. Avail immed. No dogs. Excellent area. First/last. Mr. Wyne 905- 427-7902. 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT, bright, clean, laminate/ceramics. Great Oshawa neighbourhood, walking distance to amenities. Near 401/bus. Separate en- trance/parking. All utilities (Cable, high-speed internet) included. Non-smoking professional pre- ferred. $950/month, first/last/ref- erences.Mike (905)743-9695 2-BEDROOM OSHAWA Simcoe North on Russett Ave., newly decorated, well-maintained quiet 12-plex small building, laundry. Cable, heating & water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576- 2982. 3 BEDROOM WALK-OUT base- ment. Westney/Hwy. #2. Close to amenities. Available Novem- ber 1. $950. No smoking. 905- 686-3578 or 289-314-3505. 3 BEDROOM,main floor; living- room, double french doors, eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, 1075+ util, immediately. 1 BED- ROOM BASEMENT, new carpet, $750 inclusive. BOTH HAVE: laundry, appliances, blinds, park- ing, yard. No smoking/pets Call 905-239-0367 or 416-616-5133 3-BEDROOM APT near Oshawa Centre, $800/month all inclusive. Available Nov 1st. No dogs. 1-BEDROOM APT., near Oshawa Centre, Nov 1st. $650/month. Call (905)723-4279, (905)922-2181 ADULT-LIFESTYLE SUNNY 2 BDRM, large, new hardwood, ap- pliances, balcony, quiet building, beautifully decorated, maintained 6-plex, N/W residential, Oshawa, near everything, parking, laundry, no pets/smoking, first/last $875/month/utilities. Call Ann 905-244-2444 AJAX NORTH,Westney/Sullivan 2 bedroom basement apt., separate entrance, available immediately. $850/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. Call (905)683- 1180. AJAX - SALEM AND BAYLY. Lovely large one bedroom base- ment apartment, fully renovated, laundry and parking, $700+ utilities call after 4p.m. (905)903- 2335 (cell) or (905)509-2335. AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large 1 & 2-bdrms in clean, quiet building. Available Sept/Oct., $900 & $950/mo. Call (416)540-0747 AJAX LAKEFRONT,bright, brand new one bedroom base- ment apt. Separate parking/en- trance/laundry. Maple kitchen, ce- ramic, soaker tub, no smok- ers/pets, available Dec. 1st. (905)619-6536 $750-inclusive AJAX SOUTH,very bright, very unique, legal one bedroom basement apt, appliances, wood- burning stove, parking, shared laundry.avail. now, $725 inclu- sive Condolyn Mgt.905 428-9766 AJAX,3-bedroom main floor, 4 appliances, close to schools & shopping. $1100/mo+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. October 1st. Call Richards days 416-601-7858, evenings & wknds 905-686-9662 AJAX, LARGE 2-BEDROOM basement apt., close to shopping, schools, transit. No pets/smoking. $875 inclusive. Available Nov 1st. Call (905)427-3172 AJAX, PICKERING VILLAGE brand new 2-bedroom basement apt. Separate entrance, parking, kitchen, diningroom, livingroom, bathroom, laundry, cable. No smokers. Avail. immediately. $950/month, first/last. (647)296- 7157. AJAX, PICKERING VILLAGE. Large bright new clean 2-bed- room bsmt., eat-in kitchen, huge livingroom, open-concept, a/c, 2-parking, cable. No pets/smok- ing, $895/mo./inclusive. First/last/ Dec.1st.905-426-4773 RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental O ffice: Mon. - Fri. after 9:00 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-720-3960 VA LIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com email: rental@valiantpm.ca Come See the Difference 1 Month Free Rent or up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa New State of the Art Balconies New Roof ✲New Corridor Carpeting Full Security System ✲ 24/7 on Site Staff Free Utilities ✲Free Parking SENIOR DISCOUNTS GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT Call for more information 905-728-4993 e & oe WWW.FIDELITYPM.COM What More Can We Do? ... Let Us Know 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 SPLENDOUR IN PICKERING !! Lovely 3 bedroom rental suites from $1100 Individually controlled a/c & heating.Washer and dryer in Suite! 2 bathrooms, fully carpeted.Steps to Town Centre.Close to GO/401, library and Community Centre.1865 Glenanna Rd. (905) 831-1250 www.caprent.com AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apt., from $879, $989 & $1089, available Immediately, Nov 1st & Dec 1st. 905-683- 8571, 905-683-8421 or 905-683- 5322 ALTONA & SHEPHERD Picker- ing, bachelor basement apart- ment, available immediately, no smoking/no pets, laundry includ- ed.$650.(416)877-4543. ALTONA/SHEPPARD, PICKER- ING November 1 availability. 2 bedroom. Separate entrance. Spacious, clean. Free cable. Parking available Bus a door. Call Michelle at 905-509-6252. AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 1st, beautiful, 1 bedroom raised base- ment apartment. No smok- ing/pets. $800, utilities included. Pickering. 416-728-7833. BASEMENT APARTMENT, Pick- ering near go, large 2 bedrooms, appliances with shared laundry. A-l condition. All inclusive with cable and parking $950. Novem- ber lst.(905) 421-8903. 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. BROCK/MAJOR OAKS, PICK- ERING nice 2-bdrm bsmt apt., new carpet, separate entrance. $785 inclusive. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call 416- 899-1827 or 905-427-0720. BROCK/VICTORIA WHITBY - 2 bedroom Nov. 1st, $850/inclu- sive. Laundry fac., hardwood floors, close to GO and waterfront 905-430-7868. RENOVATED 1 bedroom base- ment apartment, available ASAP. Wilson/Olive, Oshawa. $800/in- clusive.First/last. (905)492-1066 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, 2-BEDROOM upper level, very bright. New applianc- es, parking, no pets, $1100/mo all inclusive, first & last, Avail. im- mediately.(905)665-1905. COURTICE,clean & bright one bedroom apartment in modern subdivision, private entrance, parking, utilities & cable included, 5-min. to 401. Avail. Nov.1 $750. No smoking/pets.905-434-5422. DOWNTOWN, AJAX 1-Bed- rooms available from $735 and 2 bedrooms from $805, in residen- tial complex, close to GO shop- ping and schools, call 905-686- 5800. DURHAM RESIDENTIAL RENTALS Basement Apartments, Houses, Condos and Rooms For Rent. Looking for a new Home? We Can Help! NO FEE'S (905)999-RENT(7368) www.durhamresidential rentals.com EAST OSHAWA,unique 1 bed- room with walkout to deck, great view, parking, laundry, near all amenities, no smoking/pets, $725 plus hydro. Available Immediate- ly. Call (905)431-3829. GARDEN/DUNDAS, WHITBY. Large 1 bedroom basement apartment. Brand new. All appli- ances, all utilities. $895/month, first/last. No pets/smoking. Available November 1. 905-426- 4071. HARWOOD/HWY #2,3-bdrm main floor house. 62 Marshall Cres. $1095/mo, garage, laundry, yard. OPEN HOUSE Monday to Thursday 6pm-7pm, Sat & Sun 12pm-1pm. 1-866-737-5617, 416- 436-2884 LARGE 1-BEDROOM,separate entrance, basement apt, eat-in kitchen, sauna, fireplace, laundry, parking, close to O.C., $700 plus utilities. First/last required. No smoking/pets. Call Jenn (905)720-4996 LOOKING FOR Professional roommate to share 4-bedroom townhouse in North Oshawa. Close to all amenities and only 5mins to 401. $525/month all inclusive (includes maid service), no smoking/pets. Call (905)579- 8613 MOVE-IN FREE EARLY - Whitby south-Spacious bach. $700, and 1 bed. $770, laundry, first/last, near Go, Avail November/Dec. 1st. Daytime viewings Mon-Fri Call Days (905)666-3338, even- ings (905)832-2722. NEAR 401/PARK Small 2-bed- room apt. in legal triplex. Large yard, private entrance, $745/in- clusive. Also 1-bedroom available in Whitby immediately 905-668- 6700 or 905-721-8009. NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, Dec. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities.(905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,Taunton/Rit- son, basement apt $700-inclu- sive. use of backyard. sep en- trance appliances, laundry on site, available immediately. Call (905)666-5157 NORTHEAST Oshawa 2-bed- room upper floor, central air, suitable for professional/couple. Avail. Nov 1st. First/last, no smoking/pets. $800 inclusive. (905)720-2307 OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM apart- ment, 251 Simcoe St. S., $700 inclusive, Also TWO 2-bedroom apts in quiet area, from $950 in- clusive. Parking, no pets, first/last. Available Nov/Dec. 1. (905)424-5083 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. From $765/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - spacious furnished studio, November lst. Separate entrance, deck and courtyard, a/c, laundry, fridge, microwave and convection oven, no smok- ing/pets. $675 inclusive. (905)579-2057 OSHAWA -Wilson/Taunton, huge 3 bedroom, insuite laundry, park- ing. $1150 inclusive. No smoking. First/last. Call (416)409-9549 or (905)472-5248. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 1-888- 558-2622. OSHAWA CENTRAL SUPER walk up loft one bedroom open concept, eat-in kitchen, wet bar large living area, walk out to bal- cony, parking, close to every- thing. Asking $800 inclusive. Dan Bartley, Coldwell Banker 416- 281-2200 or 1-877-855-7255 OSHAWA HOSPITAL AREA- Clean 2-bed, apt. New applianc- es, kitchen, bathroom. Own ther- mostat, parking, 2-storey building, available immediately. No dogs. 1st/lst. Asking $750. (905)725- 8184 OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 2-bedroom, $770 plus hydro. First/last required, available Sept. 1st. Please con- tact Bill (905)404-9602. OSHAWA SIMCOE/401,1/2 Month free. Large 1-bedroom 9 ft ceiling apartment. 2 3 piece washrooms. Includes park- ing/utilities. First/last/references. No smoking/pets. $725/mo Available Nov.1 (416)818-7751 OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM base- ment, $650/mo, walkout, separ- ate entrance, near bus/shopping, parking, no pets, non smoker, single professional preferred, Bloor/Grandview, references re- quired. lst/last, November 1st. (905)433-0839, (905)571-4689 OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. Nov/Dec. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious apts lowrise building. 1 & 2- bdrm starting from $780/mo+hy- dro. Avail. immediately. Appli- ances, laundry facilities and park- ing included. Call 905-240-2632 OSHAWA,spacious 1-bdrm above ground bsmt apt. Separate entrance and laundry facilities. Parking, includes all utilities, avail immediately. No smok- ing/pets. (905)999-9115 OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & applianc- es, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop & amenities. Available Nov/Dec. 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1, 2, 3 bdrms & Penthouse avail. in adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. Nov/Dec. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA- King/Wilson, available Dec 1st, bright, quiet, 1- bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. entrance, c/a, 4pc. bath, laundry. No smok- ing/pets. $700/mo. inclusive. First/last. Suits one person. 905- 404-8335. PICKERING -1 bdrm. bsmnt. Separate entrance, full bathroom, walk-in closet, clean, new carpet, close to bus, amenities. Suitable for family. No pets/smoking. Available Nov. 1st. 905-619- 1028. PICKERING – GO STATION.2- bdrm bsmt $810+. 3-bdrm main floor $1110+. Fenced-in yard. Separate entrance and laundry. Walk-out to deck. Furnished op- tional. (416)238-2100.Lv msg. PICKERING - Liverpool/Glenan- na, 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separate entrance, laundry, cable, non- smoking, no pets, $650/mo. first/last, suitable for single, work- ing person. Available now. 905- 420-2399. PICKERING 1-bdrm basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Close to bus. Avail. immediately. Non-smoking. $600+ utilities. No pets. Call 905- 839-8388. PICKERING Brock/Delbrook, gorgeous new bright legal 2-bdrm bsmt apt. Separate entrance, laundry, no smoking/pets, $850/mo inclusive. First/last, ref- erences. Avail. immediately. (647)402-8732 PICKERING EXECUTIVE BASE- MENT, Apt., Liverpool/Finch. Large 1-bedroom, livingroom, kitchen, 4pc. bath, laundry, c/air, parking, separate entrance. Near 401/Go. Clean/quiet. Avail. Im- mediately $750/month inclusive. No pets.(905)839-9032 PICKERING, Liverpool/Bayly, 2-bedroom basement apt., living room, kitchen, own entrance, bath w/shower. Avail. immediate- ly, $850/month, first/last. Call Bruce after 5-p.m. Mon-Friday, Sat/Sun anytime.(416)458-4944 PICKERING, 1 BEDROOM walk- out, large kitchen/living space, 4-appliances, a/c, $800/mo inclu- sive. Avail. immediately (nego- tiable). No smoking/pets. First/last, references. Days 416- 228-2492 or eve/wknds 905-239- 1698, 416-578-1547. PICKERING, Altona/Hwy 2 (Kingston) bright walkout base- ment 2-bedroom, separate en- trance, large living room, A/C, ap- pliances, no pets/smoking, park- ing. $895 all inclusive. Available November 15. (905)509-1938 PICKERING,Available, Bright walkout carpeted basement, 2 bedrooms, parking, utilities in- cluded. $750. No smoking/pets. Near transit/GO Train. First/last. References required. Call, 905- 428-1652, between 6-8pm. PICKERING, BACHELOR base- ment apartment. ,Whites/Strouds, $580/month. Separate entrance. Kitch- en/Fridge. Bathroom/Tub/Show- er. Laundry. Parking. Available immediately. Central heating/a/c Single working person preferred. No pets. First/last. References. 416-801-0339. PICKERING, EXECUTIVE HOME 1-bdrm bsmt apt. $750/mo inclusive, separate entrance, parking, single working person preferred. No pets. Call (905)420- 8376 PICKERING, HWY.2. BROCK RD.Near amenities. Separate entrance. Parking. Laundry room and appliances. Inter- net/Cable. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. 647-836- 1010. PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly, 1 bedroom,large, clean basement apartment, quite home, separate entrance, laundry, parking, near GO, shopping and lake front. No smoking/pets. $800 inclusive, (416)937-5422 PICKERING, WHITES/FINCH 1 bedroom basement apartment. Parking. Separate entrance. Laundry. Cable. Security system. $750/inclusive first/last Available immediately. 416-671-4280. WHITBY RENTAL,large 2-bed- room basement apt. 5 minutes to 401 plus go. Private entrance, laundry, parking, cable. No pets/smoking. First/last. Available Nov 1st. $790/month plus hydro. (905)493-0718 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building.insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) RITSON / OLIVE - 2 bedroom, fresh paint and carpet, parking, porch, yard, $895. inclusive. Nov/Dec 1st.Dan (416)657-2117. Still Renting? Why? Owning is cheaper! First time buyers only. Free list of homes available with no money down! From $900/mth.(oac) with pictures 1-888-599-0098 use ID# 8899 or www.stoprenting durham.com WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities includ- ed. Aval. now. First/last/no pets. Bachelor $700; 1-bed. $800; 2- bed. $925; 3-bdrm $1025. 905- 767-2565. Whitby dundas/cochrane large bright 1-bdrm basement; private entrance, laundry, parking, near transit, no smoking/pets. Dec. 1. $800 including utilities, (905)451-0800 WHITBY Large, Bright, 1000 sq- ft. 1-Bedroom Walkout. Eat-in kitchen. Beautifully finished. Sep- arate Entrance. Fireplace. Cable. Internet. Parking. No smok- ing/pets. Brock/Whitburn. $820/inclusive. Avail Dec 1. 905- 995-4650. WHITBY, BROCK & DUNDAS, 109 Craydon Rd. 2-bedroom apartment. $885/month, heat & water included. One parking. First/last. Available immediate- ly/Dec 1st.Call 416-496-6138 WHITBY,clean 1-bedroom in small building, parking, close to GO, separate entrance, $658 plus hydro, first/last. Avail imme- diately. Please leave message at 905-665-3877. WHITBY, desirable location gorgeous 1200 sq.ft. 2-bed- room. Adults preferred. No dogs. All inclusive, plus A/C & cable, washer/dryer. Available immedi- ately. $1100/month first/last re- quired.(905)493-1330 WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1 & 2- bedroom apt. newly decorated, new laminate floors, heat/hydro, air, laundry facilities, 1-parking $800 & $850/mo. inclusive, first/last, references, no pets. (905)430-8327 WHITBY– Lovely 2-bdrm bsmt, new kitchen, ceramics & new broadloom, freshly painted, large living rm, 4 appl, A/C. Near amenities. $895 incl. Avail immed. Call 905-447-6509 WILLIAM PEAK CO-OP in Pick- ering has 1 and 2 bedroom sen- iors' apartments at $801 & $908, including utilities and cable; 3 bedroom townhouse at $1,057 plus utilities. First/last months deposit required. Call 905-837- 2920.www.ucpm.ca. CENTRAL WHITBY - Main sep. classy fully-furnished bachelor- ette, includes TV, cable, c/air, gas heat, porch and parking. Prefer one responsible full-time em- ployed non-smoker. $640/mo. First/last/references. No pets. 905-668-2332 evenings. AJAX,Luxury 2-bedroom pent- house suite. Large balcony with fantastic NE views of envi- rons/lake. 5 appliances, window coverings, laundry, storage, O/S garage. No pets/smoking. Suits retired/prof. couple. $1395/mo. inclusive. 905-426-9837. Available immediately. PICKERING "CONDO", Large 3- bdrm, master ensuite, eat-in- Kitchen, 5 appliances., laundry, enclosed balcony, storage, walk to Mall, Go, Rec-Centre, Decem- ber 1st/sooner. $1,195/mo+ utilities.Call Ken 416-573-2767. $1700+UTILITIES RENT TO OWN New 2130 sq.ft. Detached house 4/2.5 at Baldwin & Taunton in Whitby. $7000 Down, $200 monthly credit.(647)435 - 9564 WHITBY,3 bedroom bungalow, large lot, appliances included. $1000/month. Call (905)430- 7388 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 29, 2006, PAGE 45 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! 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Near Oshawa Centre and 401. Short term, November 30th- March 1st. $1075 plus. Pets Welcome! (905)925-8406. A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, (or equivalent) then own a house from $700/month. (oac). 5.3% mortgage with no money down (oac) up to 7% cash back. Requires $35,000 plus family income and good credit. Why Rent? Call Bill Roka, 25 years, top sales rep with world's leading realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600 A RARE OPPORTUNITY, PORT HOPE, Restored, pristine 4 bedroom + loft Century Home, Verandah, 3 FP, Gardens, pool, beach, trails, amenities, theatre, 25min East of Oshawa. $2500. VIEW www3.sympatico.ca/b.boulanger. 1-905-885-6743 AJAX - Rossland/Westney - Clean 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, en suite, eat in kitchen, No smoking/pets, $1,350 inclusive. Available imme- diately. Call (905)428-2145, cell (905)391-9852 AJAX 4-BDRM SPACIOUS house CAC, F/P, W/O from bsmt to fenced yard. Quiet neighbor- hood, close to schools, shopping, transit, etc. $10,000 down and $2,200/month + utilities earns you a 5% down payment w/our rent to own program. Call 1-877-987- 7799 for appt. AJAX, 3 BEDROOM townhouse, yard and parking. Near park, school and shopping. One month free. $825+ utilities. ALSO 3- bdrm detached bungalow finished basement $1075+. (905)683- 6203 AJAX,Salem/Bayly. Avail. imme- diately, brand new, never lived in 3-bdrm freehold townhome, $1450+utilities. appliances incl. No smoking/pets.(416)738-1499 AJAX,spacious 3-bdrm main floor of house. Newly renovated, updated kitchen, 5-appliances, fenced backyard, close to schools, amenities. $1150/mo + utilities. Avail. immediately. (416)512-7012 OSHAWA WHITBY BORDER 2-bedroom detached backsplit, all of main floor + garage, freshly painted, court location, $950/mo. + utilities. Available immediately. 905-728-1600.Joe Murkl. AJAX- 2-storey house for rent. Rossland/Westney. 3-bedrooms. Fireplace, shared laundry, 2/3 utilities, parking. $1250/mo. First/last. References. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately.(905)428-9695. AJAX- Amazing bright 1yr old, 3-bdrm 1600sqft. upper. 3-baths. Main floor laundry- must see!! $1285+. Also brand new 3bd 1600sqft semi-detached with w/o bsmt. 2.5-baths, 5-appls. $1450+. 905-239-0367/647-271-6660. AVAILABLE DEC. 1ST.Clean remodeled, 2 bedroom basement, walkout $925 inclusive utilities. south Ajax. own laundry facilities. no pet/non smoking call Dennis Morgan Sutton Group 416-587- 0060, (905)831-9500. BOWMANVILLE - 3 bedroom townhouse for rent. New carpet, freshly painted, fenced yard. Ap- pliances. $1100.00 + utilities. Call (905) 697-8261. BOWMANVILLE, beautiful 3 bed- room home., main floor family room, living room and dining room, eat in kitchen, walk out to deck and fenced yard. Easy access to 401. Available Decem- ber 1st. No pets. $1275 plus utilites. References required. (905)666-4866 COURTICE, NEWER 3-bedroom 2-storey home with attached gar- age, hardwood floors, all appli- ances included, close to 401, schools, available Nov/Dec pos- session. $1500 plus utilities. Call Garry Bolen Broker of Record Century 21 Netview (905)404- 2255 FINCH/LIVERPOOL,main floor 4-bedroom recently renovated home. New bathroom with jacuz- zi, solarium kitchen, master bed- room with ensuite, family room with fireplace, wood floors. Close to school & mall. Available Nov 1st. $1750. Call Paul or Allison (416)882-0926, (416)803-3007 HOUSE IN OSHAWA, 2+Bdrms, central location, close to all amenities. Single car garage w/remote door, includes 6 appli- ances, no smoking/pets, $950/mo + utilities. References required. Call (905)721-0293 OLIVE/HARMONY - 3 bedroom house, main floor, good neigh- bourhood, fenced yard parking, $1050/mo. utilities included. Open house, Sun. Nov 5th, 1-3p.m. 1078 Ronlea. (905)434- 5920. OSHAWA BUNGALOW with separate basement apt. Desirable Wilson/Rossland area. Large ra- vine lot, near shopping/schools, appliances. Avail Dec 1. $1700/mo-inclusive. with option to buy.(905)435-4363 OSHAWA,beautiful 3 bedroom main floor of house in excellent neighbouhood. Hardwood, awe- some back yard, parking, laundry, $1095+. OPEN HOUSE Sunday October 30th, 75 Keewatin St. S., 12-4pm or call (905)867-8417 OSHAWA, BRAND NEW (never lived-in) 3-bedroom, 2 baths, am- ple parking, centrally located, all new appliances. First/last re- quired.Call (905)999-9115 OSHAWA, BRAND NEW execu- tive freehold townhome with at- tached garage, located in the centre of Oshawa. Walking dis- tance to hospital, schools and all amenities. All appliances includ- ed. Available Nov/Dec posses- sion. $1600-$1700 plus utilities. Call Garry Bolen Broke of record Century 21 Netview (905)404- 2255 OSHAWA, NEAR OC, 4 bed- rooms, 2 full baths, rec room, 7 appliances, central air, fenced yard, 3 car parking. $1250+. No- vember 1. 905-428-8887, call af- ter 5p. OSHAWA,Olive/Ritson area. 2- bdrm, upgraded gas fur- nace/HWT, windows & doors, no smoking/pets. $1025+utilities. Avail Jan 1/07. 905-434-6765 evenings, Laura or Frank PICKERING VILLAGE- immacu- late 3 bedroom +1, 4 bathrooms, finished basement, main floor family room with fireplace. Hard- wood, ceramic floors, a/c, 5 appli- ances, walk-out deck. Available immediately. $1700/mo. plus utilities. No pets/smoking. Refer- ences, credit check. 905-837- 2189. ROSSLAND/PARK N.Oshawa. Beautiful 3-bedroom bungalow. Kitchen, livingroom, laundry, full backyard. Freshly painted, new windows, extremely well-main- tained. $1150+ 1/2 utilities Available Nov. 1st. Catherine 416-431-8385, Marcus 426-579- 2074 WHITBY NEW DETACHED house for rent, 3 bedroom, 3 bathrooms, master ensuite, 5 ap- pliances, garage, big backyard, a/c, $1290 plus hydro and gas. lst/last, (905)424-3450. WHITBY SOUTH - 3-bed. house, huge backyard, avail Dec. 1st. Walk to GO, $1100+utilities. 3-car parking. First/last. Daytime view- ing Mon-Fri. 905-666-3338; Eve. 905-832-2722. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, brand new 3 +1 bedroom town- house located in Oshawa. Near 401, schools. 5 appliances $1300+ utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Nov. 1st/15th. Call 905- 576-5253 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has 2 bedroom townhouse units Avail. immed., parking and Hydro in- cluded. Please call 905-576- 9299. NEW TOWNHOUSE,Pickering. 3 bedroom. 1 1/2 bath. Finished basement with bedroom/ensuite. Stainless appliances. Wash- er/dryer on second floor. Security system. $1300/month+utilities. Call Gabor 416-917-1445. NORTH OSHAWA - Rossland & Harmony, 4-bedroom townhouse, fully renovated, air, garage, fin- ished basement. Including water $1250/mo. Hydro/gas extra. Avail.Immediately.905-472-8947 OSHAWA SOUTH 3-bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956. PICKERING, NEWER, LUXURY town home. 3 bedrooms. 2 full baths. Open concept, balcony, private backyard, gas/heating, c/a. December 1. $1350+utilities. Call Barrie 905- 839-7496. TOWNHOUSE - south Oshawa, 3 bedrooms, newly painted, sep. entrance, fridge, stove, parking, util. included. $1,000 first/last. Available Nov. 1st. (905)571- 4262 leave message. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom town- homes, available in friendly fami- ly-oriented complex. Immediate. $1050-$1250+utilities. 4 applianc- es, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, tran- sit, shopping. 11TH MONTH OF TENANCY FREE. Contact Chris at 905-743-9665. WHITBY 3-bedroom townhouse, 2.5 baths. Brock St/Dundas. Laundry, parking. No smok- ing/pets. $1,450+utilities. First/last. References. November 15.905-427-4881 $400/MONTH, WHITBY - Ross- land and Garden area. Furnished bedroom, c/air, cable, bus at door, close to all amenities. No smoking, spotlessly clean. (905)665-8504 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Furnished room in Pickering, cable, light kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO, $200/bi-weekly. 905- 420-4318 AVAILABLE in Oshawa, fur- nished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bath- rooms, run of house, non-smoker, parking, laundry, high-speed in- ternet, near all amenities, $460/month. (289)314-1949 OSHAWA Simcoe/Rossland, clean, furnished room with cable, suitable for quiet working gentleman. Share bath & kitchen. No smoking/pets. Near bus, $350 & up.First/last.(905)728-4845 PICKERING,rooms available, furnished or unfurnished. Laun- dry, cable, internet, parking. Quiet home, near shopping and amenities. $350/month, available immediately.(416)316-0796 UOIT (Durham College)- bed- rooms available, 1 min. walk to campus, biggest house on the street $400 all inclusive. Laundry, internet, parking. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call 416-316-0796. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa.Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet, parking included. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo inclusive, Viewing (905)433-4088. BACHELOR STYLE ROOM for rent- Furnished/unfurnished. Renovated kitchen, lounge w/fire- place, parking & laundry available. Near University, all amenities. (905)720-0136 leave message with best call-back time. FEMALE ROOMMATE, LARGE room for rent. Includes utilities, parking, laundry. Location, Rit- son/Taunton. Near Durham Col- lege, Oshawa. Call Karen 905- 626-0569. WORKING ADULT MALE, look- ing for roommate, male or female. Huge apartment, own room. Cheap rent in Orono.. 905-983- 1073 to view. ATTENTION SLED LOVERS: for sale 2003 Ski Doo Legend, 600 Sport, 2003 Yamaha V MAX 600, both come with electric start, reverse, and covers, asking $5,200. each. Also, double wide trailer in excellent condition, ask- ing $1,000. Serious callers only please 905-342-2704. Angel Nails & Skincare in Pickering, under new management, has changed their number to 905-426-4613 2200 Brock Rd, Unit A-10 LOST CAT:Long-haired, fluffy, brown striped body with white un- der her chin, female, 3 year old, indoor cat, answers to "Amy". Lost in Holliman Lane area (Shoal Point Rd. and Ashbury Blvd.) in south-east Ajax. Must find asap - - sadly missed by little girl. Reward!!! 905-925-9411. SINCERE SINGLES Matchmaker since 1992. Chosen with care by those who care! Toll free 1-866- 719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca LIVE-IN NANNY required for 2 children of shift workers, all hours of the day and night required. (289)314-1233 FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 Need Daycare? Wee Watch is a licensed agency which has full and part time spaces available in a home in your area. We offer: a small ratio of children per home, screened and trained Providers, unscheduled monthly inspections, educational materials, income tax receipts. For information call Ajax/ Pickering 1.866.333.3299 www.weewatch.com CERTIFIED Music Teacher/SAH mom offering at-home care F/T,P/T Pickering, Kingston/ Liverpool. Pick-up from Vaughan Willard P.S. & Glennanna bus stop. Meals included. All ages welcome! 905-492-0528 RESPONSIBLE home childcare, 18 years experience, infants-10 years. First-Aid/CPR, creative play and outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine (905)683-0352 SEEKING AFFORDABLE child care? Experience, Education and Flexibility. Loving mother of six, over 25 years experience. Now accepting children 3 months-5 years old. Ajax. (905)427-5797. sunshinedaycare@bellnet.ca SOUTH AJAX - Home daycare, 5 minutes to St. James & Duffins Bay Public School. First-aid, CPR, indoor/outdoor play, full or part-time 7a.m.-5:15 p.m. Re- ceipts. Call Catherine (905)686- 8423. ADULTS! Want to learn to play the piano? Call Maureen in Pickering (905)831-0264 BOX STALLS AVAILABLE in Brooklin area on 100 acre farm.. CAll (905)434-0392 +CARPET CARPET CARPETS 3 rooms carpeted with Commer- cial carpet and premium pad from $289 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with Berber carpet and premium pad from $389 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with cut pile carpet and premium pad from $489 (30 yds). Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- 242-3691 ; 905-373-2260. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 416-524-2018. A DINING ROOM,cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 647- 271-5483 A HOT TUBS/SPA,2006 model, fully loaded, ozonator, cost $8,900, sacrifice $3,900. 416- 524-2018 A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 647-271- 5483.Can deliver A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. Sales, Installa- tions, Repairs, ViewSat-2000 Platimum, all models in-stock. Service and Sales. (905)999- 0362 AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail.Call Sam (905)686-1772 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. TRUCK- LOAD EVENT! New Stainless Steel fridges only $499/up. New stoves $349/up. New dishwash- ers $199/up. New dryers only $249. New washers $299. Large selection of reconditioned & new scratch & dent appliances. Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. AIR HOCKEY TABLE official size 150.00 call 905 579-9964 AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS Wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Pest screens and caps installed. Best rates in Durham, Experi- enced* Reliable* Insured. No Mess Guaranteed. Call (905)686- 7741 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250.Call 905-213-4669. ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, do-it-yourself bolt-together foundation. 20'x30' $5500, 25'x40' $8700, 30'x40' $10,500, 32'x50' $14,000. 40'x60' $20,000, many others 1-800-504-7749. www.pioneerbuildings.ca ART GLASS & STAINED glass materials clearance, large variety still available, 50% off! Tools and new stock 25% off. Call for direc- tions.(905)263-2487 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 647-271- 5483.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construc- tion, never opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900.647-271-5483 BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: Dell (Dsktp) P4/1.8GHZ with 15" LCD Monitor $379.00 or $279.00 without Monitor. Repairs, Reasonable Rates. Call (905) 576-9216 BUNK BED with mattresses, mo- torcycle linens, 2 floor lamps and end table. Like new. $600. 905- 839-9840 or 416-318-9242. CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 COME AND JOIN THE NO SUDS REVOLUTION www. laundryplus.com/moneymaker244 DANBY APT SIZED freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Re-con- ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- ated 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" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide se- lection of other new and recondi- tioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 Love seat, sofa $400, Wing chair ottoman $200.call (905)839-5729 TABLES FOR RENT! for Winbourne Park's 2nd Annual Christmas Bazaar Saturday, November 25th, 10 am - 3 pm If interested please call Christine (905) 426-6296 ext. 225 1020 Westney Rd. N, Ajax DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2900. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. DINING ROOM SUITE,buffet, hutch, solid wood table, 4 side chairs, 2 arm chairs and extra leaf. Good condition. Also matching wood TV stand with 2 drawers and glass cabinet. Paid $4000.Will sell all $550 OBO. 905-409-7277. ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR with battery and roho cushion. Cost over $12,000, will sell for $3500. Roho toilet cushion $250. Call (905)666-4184 HALL TREE with mirror $150; sofa & chair (neutral decor) $750; wood kitchen table/chairs (mod- ern) $475; pine armoire $300; oak entertainment stand (large) $350; child's captain bed $150; 2-yr whirlpool fridge $450; 2-yr washing machine $300; 905- 260-6247. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safe- ty Covers - best quality, best pric- es, all colours, all sizes. Delivery included. PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514 or 866- 972-6837 www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB/SPA 5HP,24 jets, ozo- nator ready, LED light, waterfall, deluxe redwood cedar cabinet, warranty, 5-person, sacrifice $3500.Call 905-409-5285. INKJET $$SOLUTION$$ HP- Epson-Canon. Save up to 90% over cartridges. $30+. www.webart-solution.com LARGE 3PC LIGHTED medium oak wall unit. Large buffet. An- tique Morris chair. Dusty Rose shade 96x120. Glass & black cof- fee table. Various sheers & cur- tains.(905)723-4441. LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728-9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. LIVINGROOM SOFA-BED for sale, light pastel colour-floral de- sign, mint condition, asking $450. Call 905-435-8151 after 6 p.m. NATURAL MEAT CHICKENS Whole, halves, smoked. BABY BEEF Sides, quarter & hamburg. PORK Halves or whole pigs Non-Chemical Smoking Member of Canadian Organic Growers. (905)983-5370 NORDIC WINTER TIRES- P21575R15 Used 1 season ($200.) 3 drawer file cabinet & black swivel chair ($75.) (905)668-6819 PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS Back to school specials con- tinuing !! 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. Ya maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905- 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! A/P PAGE 46 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, October 29, 2006 www.durhamregion.com TO Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, (905) 668-1838 Apply on-lineatApply on-lineat www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. “Durham’s Original”“Durham’s Original” *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-ZoneANNOUNCEMENT Don McMillan, President of the Board of Directors, speaking on behalf of the staff and the Board, is pleased to announce that Ms. Joy Husak has accepted the position of Executive Director, effective November 20, 2006. Ms. Husak is a Health Administrator with a wealth of experience in providing leadership and long term care management in the Durham Re- gion community and Northwestern Ontario. Over 25 years in- volvement in health care in the hospital setting, long term care and the community, she also brings vast experience in man- agement of nursing programs and personal support services. In addition, Joy is a member of the key contact group for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management, a LHINS New Initiative, the Durham Region Health Emergency Preparedness Alliance, and Durham Access To Care Interagency Commit- tee. Joy is committed to maintaining the leadership role of Personal Attendant Care that is an expression of our values and commitment to community. "I am delighted to have this opportunity to serve our commu- nity in this new capacity. With the ongoing support of our dedicated staff, and generous funders, Personal Attendant Care will continue to provide consistent and continual quality care to our clients", said Ms. Husak. Joy shares the philosophy of Personal Attendant Care that all people should be treated with respect, dignity, independence and compassion within the convenience of their own homes. Personal Attendant Care Inc. is a non-profit organization that serves and supports physically disabled adults who live in Durham Region through our trained Personal Support Workers, working collaboratively with other community organizations. Visit www.pacdurham.ca for more informa- tion or contact Betty Penny, CFO at (905) 576-5603. BURTON, Calvin Wade -It is with profound sadness that the Burton family announces the sudden passing of Calvin Wade as a result of a tragic accident on Thursday, October 26, 2006 in his 26th year. Beloved youngest son of Ivan and Barbara. He will be fondly remembered by his sister Joanne, and older brother Ivan Jr. Cherished grandson of Andrew and Doris Saunders, and Augustus and Molly Burton (Newfoundland). Adoring uncle to Nathaniel and Isaiah. He will be sadly missed by a multitude of extended family and friends. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428- 8488 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. on Sunday, October 29th, and Monday, October 30th, 2006. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Southside Worship Centre (55 Emperor St., Ajax). Burial to follow. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa.905-626-0542 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. RENT TO OWN - New and re- conditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fa st delivery. No credit applica- tion refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. SATELLITE TV- NO MONTHLY BILLS: WE HAVE THE FIX FOR MOST FTAs! Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!.6 models on display from $199 and up. U-Neek Electronics, Oshawa. Visit our store today! (905)435-0202 (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com SHOPSANFORDS.COM Buy - Sell - Trade, new used. Durham Region's first online fleamarket. Show your items for sale. Hun- dreds of items on sale locally. (905)579-1554 TWIN CAPTAIN'S BED,book- case headboard and large bottom drawers. Matching bedside table. Excellent condition. $300 set. Twin boxspring available. Ann (905)420-6596 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000- 6,000 people per weekend. Rent from $230/mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 be- tween Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call 905-436-1024 or visit us: www.courticefleamarket.com WALNUT BEDROOM furniture, twin spool beds, ladder, dresser, desk, night table, bookcase, ask- ing $800.(905)427-3357. CASH FOR home furniture and major appliances. Dining room, living room, bedroom, kitchen fur- niture. Fridges, stoves, washers, dryers. We pick up. 905-260- 5988. CASH PAID for plastic car model collections, built or still in the box. 905-435-0747 WANTED - OFF ROAD TIRES, for Jeep, 33's or 31's 15", call (905)434-0392 EASTDALE CRAFT SHOW at Eastdale Collegiate, Nov. 18 & 19. Vendor Space Available! For info.call 905-723-8157 100% HARDWOOD, very, very, dry, with high out-put energy, guaranteed. The ecological firewood, up to 58% less ash, practically Creosote Free! (705)944-5272, evenings. A KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent, very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measure- ment. 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 MILLS LANDSCAPING & FIRE- WOOD 12" or 16" face cords or bush cords. Picked up or deliv- ered. Call (905)432-0259 or (905)986-1977 SM58 SHURE WIRELESS microphone system. Brand new, never used. Valued at approx. $600, selling for $400 (firm). Call Jamie at 905-579-2581. AAA PUPPIES - Sale Week!! all 12-16 weeks of age, Shih Tzu, Schnauzer, Schnoodle, Cocka- poo's, Beagles all $250 each OBO. Call Bill 905-355-5226 aaapuppies@sympatico.ca CHOCOLATE LAB pups, pure- bred, also, golden retriever pups, parents registered on site, great temperament and health, first shots, dewormed, guaranteed, ready to go. Stud services available. 905-355-5420. GERMAN Sheppard pups, CKC registered and pure black and b-i- black pupies. Incredible breade- ing. $700. (905)983-9636 GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS, home raised, ready to go. Male and female, (905)425-0098 HI, MY NAME IS BLUE.I'm a 5 month old male kitten, gray with beautiful white markings, free to a lovable home. I've got my toys food, litter box and suitcase packed ready to go. To reach me, contact my Mom (Terasa) @ 905- 626-2674. LAB PUPPIES, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home raised. CKC registered, microchipped, vet checked, first shots, parents hips certified.905-447-5131. PURE BRED MINI SCHNAU- ZERS first shots dew claw re- moved, non-allergic, non-shed- ding, ready to go. 905-352-3124. MALTESE/POODLES, Shitz/poo- dles, 8 week old puppies, all fe- male, cream or white. Lasa/poo- dles - all females 6 weeks old. Non allergenic, adorable puppies, call (705)786-2833. NEWFOUNDLAND PUPPIES, microchipped, CKC registered, males/females, vet checked, $1200. Ready to go November 17th, 2006. Delivery available in 3hour driving distance. (705)835- 6585, olaf.schrank@sympatico.ca TEACUP bichon frise. $675 no tax. Small hypo-alergetic, non shed. 5-6 l/b full grown. Phone 905-432-6454.Ready Nov.1st YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY AVAILABLE Prices starting at $589.95. Call or see website for details. Open 7 days/week. 10p- 10p. 1-800-943-2965. www.jnphotography.net 1988 MAZDA RX7 white, con- vertible, 5 speed, no rust, never winter driven, good condition, 184,000 kms. 416-453-1968. 1991 HONDA ACCORD,auto- matic, white, p.windows, sunroof, CD player, driving condition. New tires, brakes, exhaust, speakers, timing belt. Incredible Price, only $730.00 o.b.o. (905)424-9774, 905-426-8739. 1992 BUICK REGAL,V6, 3-8l, 128,000 kms., white, grey interior, PW, tilt, ABS, A.C., cruise, V.G. cond., uncertified, as is, $2200. 905-839-1357 1992 CAPRICE CLASSIC.V8, PS, PB, A/C, Cruise, Automatic, Serviced, Seats 6, $1,450.00. Call Chris (905) 433-2068 1993 CHEVROLET CAVALIER 2-dr. 4 cyl. automatic. 169,000- kms. runs excellent. Certified and e-tested, pdl, JVC CD deck with Pioneer speakers. $1995-obo.. (905)435-1091 1994 FORD TAURUS Wagon: dual air bags, body decent, interi- or clean, no leaks, 190,000 km. Just spent over $1000.00 on re- pairs. $1500.00 cert & e-tested. Alex 905-999-2659 1997 CADILLAC Deville D'Ele- gance, Extremely good condition, tires plus winter tires, breaks, body, etc... Very well maintained. Necessary to sell for health rea- sons. Private, $6000. (905)649- 6893 1997 CHEV CAVALIER 2-dr, 180k $2995; 97 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 4-dr 160k $3995; 97 CHEVY LUMINA 4-dr 230k $2695; all certified/e-tested, war- ranty available. Dealer 905-725- 1632, 905-925-2205, 905-987- 2205 1997 CHEVY VENTURA LT van. Certified. 144,000 km. Emission control passed. Excellent condi- tion. $6000 or best offer. Call 905-831-1940. 2000 NEON $3999; 99 Alero $3999; 99 Taurus $3499; 97 Bonneville $2999; 98 Pontiac Tr ansport $2999; Others from $1699 (Kelly & Sons since 1976) (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2001 HONDA ODESSY, low mileage, automatic, goldtone, ex- cellent running condition, $16,999. 1989 XJS Jaguar con- ver tible, good condition, $8,995. (905) 728-5426 2002 4 DR CAVALIER,$8500; a/c, p.d.locks, p.windows, p.brakes, p.steering, tilt-wheel, 24,000km, like new, 905-432- 7265, 2002 GRAND PRIX GT,loaded, 75,000 k, woman driven, $9,800. Telephone (905) 697-8743 or cell (905)260-2642 2002 XL F150,8 ft box, regular cab, low kl's, V8 , auto air, trailer hitch, box liner. Good shape runs great, 7700 series. Must sell as relocating. Asking $9,800. in- cludes certified and e-tested. Call Andy 905-728-8046 2003 CHRYSLER SEEBRING, very clean, well-kept. $8,200 tax- es incl. certified & e-tested. Call Aaron (905)622-5334 or (905)438-9049 2004 PONTIAC GRAND AM,6- cyl, low kms, 4-dr, white, loaded, excellent condition, certified, ask- ing $12,500.Call (905)404-1699 2005 VW Golf TDI,diesel, 5spd, 1.9L turbo, 4dr, 45,000 km, ABS, air, pw, pd, pm, heated seats, p.sunroof, alloy wheels, silver, $21,400 certified/e-test. 905-903- 1539 FA BULOUS LEASE TAKEOVER Opportunity. 2004 Hyundai Ac- cent GSi, $295/month. Nicely equipped including air & sunroof. Lots of km. left. Please call 905- 261-8400 or 905-260-0772 $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Tops all cash for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. $ $ AA1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc.905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $ A A A - ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905-263-4142 or 905- 914-4142. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1988 CHEV BLAZER 2 door, au- tomatic. Excellent condition. $1500 as is.905-259-7854. 1990 GMC 1500 4 wd. halfton, 305 4-spd. with od emission passed. Runs great $1800 as is. 905-242-0109. 2001 DODGE DAKOTA SPORT, quad cab, mint condition, 4.7L V8, 115,000 hwy. km., many ex- tras incl. winter rims/tires, alarm, bed rug, tonneau cover, $12,900.00.416-722-5689 1996 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOY- AGER SE, 7 passenger, V6, Au- to, loaded, new transmission, brakes, etc. $2600 just spent on new repairs. Runs great. 232,000kms. $3299 certified. Call 905-259-9846 1996 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOY- AGER SE, 7 passenger, V6, Au- to, loaded, new transmission, brakes, etc. $2600 just spent on new repairs. Runs great. 232,000kms. $3499 certified. Call 905-259-9846 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE 166,000 kms, auto, 4 dr., 4.0, 6 cyl, 4x4, blue exterior, grey interi- or, Alloy wheels, Roof Rack, AC, keyless entry, $4,700 obo. 905- 655-9659. 2002 MONTANA - Original Own- er - Quad Captains Chairs, New Air / Rad, Power, CD, Good Con- dition, 163,000 km, $6,750. - Cell 416-452-7748 OUTDOOR STORAGE AVAILABLE North Oshawa loca- tion. Well maintained & monitored property. 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For free estimate call 905-243-2798 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 CROSS MOVERS Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (905)683-5342 (416)423-0239 (905)239-1263 Canadian Home Cleaning Services Cleaning Ladies Available 9:00am-5:00pm Reasonable Rates (416)208-0090 CLEANING LADY over 10 years experience, is looking for a new client. Long term references. 3 bedrooms $75., laundry. Call (905)428-1357. HOUSE CLEANER Are you looking for an experienced, energetic reliable house cleaner? Best rates guaranteed References available Serving Ajax / Pickering 905-428-8028 cell 416-433-6213 HARDWOOD FLOOR SPECIALIST Hardwood & Laminate Installations Sanding, staining and finishing of old floors 20 years experience Call John (905) 655-3492 (416) 220-4768 REMOVE YOUR CRIMINAL records Fast. We do Pardons and US Waivers. 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