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The Pickering Golden athletes Pickering High full of confidence SPORTS/23 All aboard public transit How long is the ride to Centenary? NEWS/2 Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 56 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 51,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2008 SPRING MAINTENANCE PACKAGE www.pickeringhonda.com 575 KINGSTON RD • Oil & filter change • Tire rotation • Coolant check • Brake Inspection 905-831-5400 $$1 50 Val u e For O n ly $5 9 .9 5$5 9 .9 5$5 9 .9 5 Union feels ‘betrayed’ by automaker By Melissa Mancini mmancini@durhamregion.com OSHAWA — The Tuesday announcement by General Motors Corporation that the Os- hawa truck plant will close by 2009 will result in the permanent loss of 2,600 jobs, CAW president Buzz Hargrove said. The national union leader said the closing is a complete violation of the three-year col- lective agreement between the automaker and the union ratified May 16. Local 222 president Chris Buckley said he feels betrayed at the announcement, es- pecially since the new deal included future product allocation for the plant. “We gave General Motors millions of dol- lars back in operating costs to allow us to remain competitive,” he said. “We froze our wages, we froze our cost of living, we did a number of different things and benefits to give them cost relief to the point where they were comfortable enough to commit to future product for our truck plant and as of this morning they’ve pulled that product away from us. I feel very be- trayed.” The CAW plan for how to deal with the truck closing announcement has not been set, Mr. Buckley said. “Once this thing wears off we’re going to plan our strategy in regards to them not liv- ing up to their commitment, I just don’t have my head around that at this moment today,” Mr. Buckley said. Mr. Hargrove said the closing is illegal and the union will fight GM to keep the plant open. “Our membership are some pissed off today and rightfully so,” Mr. Hargrove said. He said the market is the problem, but wants to know why Canada is being targeted for production cuts. “If you are going to have to reduce, why is Canada being impacted?” he said. “How do you ever ratify a collective agree- ment if two weeks later a company can come back and say, ‘Oops we didn’t mean that’.” He said the federal government has the power to stop the closing from happened, by bringing back auto pact rules where com- panies had to produce one vehicle for every unit sold in Canada or had to pay duty on everything sold. Mr. Hargrove said the union is going to be exploring all options to stop the closing from happening and would not rule out the pos- sibility of a strike. Troy Clarke, president of GM North Amer- GM closing Oshawa truck plant Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo Members of the media swarm employees from the Oshawa truck plant as they end their shift Tuesday. GM announced yesterday it would be closing the truck plant by 2009, resulting in the loss of 2,600 jobs. ✦ See Closing, Page 4 Charities feel the sting of job cuts 3 CAW rally draws thousands 5 Region can’t depend on GM - editorial 6 Live the healthy life! See in store for unadvertised specials 1822 Whites Rd. 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Pump Price Watch is sponsored by HIGH LOW $1.34 $1.27 Rouge Valley Health System Scarborough Rouge Valley Health System Ajax/Pickering Reporter and co-op student make the trek to Centenary hospital By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — Here’s a tip: if you ever plan to travel the 23 kilometres via public transit to visit a loved one in the mental health unit at Rouge Valley Centenary hospital in Scarborough, leave yourself two hours and carry plenty of change. In March, the Central East Local Health In- tegration Network approved the Rouge Valley Hospital System’s plan to transfer Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering’s 20 mental health beds to Centenary. One of the most common concerns is how friends and family living in Durham will get to Scarborough to visit their loved ones. So co-op student Rachel Calvelli and I decided to find out. It’s 1:30 p.m. Wednesday and our managing editor, Mike Johnston, tells us we have to go to Centenary hospital in Scarborough, and to find our way there on public transit. Since the office is located only minutes from the bus station on Harwood Avenue, we choose to walk there. Once inside the GO Transit kiosk, we ask the man at the desk the best way to get to Centenary. After having to explain it’s located on Ellesmere Road in Scarborough, he says our best bet is to take the GO bus to the Scarbor- ough Town Centre, and then ask the Toronto Transit Commission employees where to go from there. I pay him $5.35 for my ticket and we wait for the bus. After 25 minutes (15 longer than we were told we’d have to wait), our bus finally arrives. The driver doesn’t seem too impressed when Rachel presents her monthly student GO pass, tells her the pass is only valid for a trip to Pickering, and that she has to pay the remaining $4.70. Rachel then asks the driver if students get a discount. “I don’t know,” the driver says, adding maybe the ticket agents in the kiosks would know. Not wanting to wait another half hour for the next bus, we scramble for change and finally make our way to our seats. After witnessing the driver: nearly abandon- ing a mother and her baby waiting to get on; ignoring a latecomer who caught up to the bus by simply driving off; and, missing a requested stop, we arrive at the Scarborough Town Cen- tre. When paying the TTC fare of $2.75 each, we ask the ticket agent how to get to the hospital. She says it should be the Neilson bus and ad- vises us to confirm it with the man collecting tickets. When we ask him, he shows us on the map where to go and where the bus will come. He even leaves the map with us for future refer- ence. After searching for the bus, we hop on and ask the driver how long it will take to reach Centenary, to which he politely replies 12-to-13 minutes. He was right. And at 3:15 p.m., we arrive at the hospital. Thank goodness our trusty editor meets us there and drives us back to work. “Never again,” Rachel says as we walk into the office. Afterwards, a call to Durham Region Transit confirmed the route we took is the only way to get to Centenary via public transit. The very polite GO operator explained that as long as a DRT transfer is presented to the GO bus driver, DRT covers the GO costs up to Rougemount Drive and Kingston Road. After that, riders have to pay the remainder. The total cost for the two of us to get to Cen- tenary was $15.45 (that’s including Rachel’s bus pass that got her to Pickering free of charge). Parking is $3 per half hour or $15 for the day. A call to Blue Line Taxi said a ride from our office at 130 Commercial Ave. in Ajax to Scar- borough would cost about $70. Rachel asked a second GO bus driver if stu- dents can get discounts, to which he said ‘yes’, but they have to be purchased in the kiosk, not on the bus. With files from Rachel Calvelli The map shows the route our two intrepid reporters took to get to Scarborough’s Centenary hospital from the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. A long, expensive transit ride 9 2 Special Olympics • Visit our website for more than 1,400 photos and five videos from last weekend’s Special Olympics held in Durham Region May’s most-read stories • Port Perry’s ‘Playmate’ tops in 2008 • Weird animal spotted in Whitby • Pump Price Watch • Former Durham Lords star dies • Oshawa woman killed in Victoria Day weekend crash • Man assaulted children in church wash- room: police • Bear sighting in Pickering • Close call as crane topples • Sweeping changes for Generals • Four injured in crash on Kawartha Lakes- Durham border newsdurhamregion.com Ajax-Pickering- Uxbridge United Way says losses have a ‘big circle’ effect By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The 2,500 jobs cut at General Motors could have a far-reaching impact beyond the Oshawa automaker. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oshawa-Whitby and the United Way of Ajax-Pickering- Uxbridge say the layoffs could have a chain reaction. “It’s scary times for sure,” said Mark Shuwera, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Osha- wa-Whitby’s executive direc- tor. The charity receives about $120,000 a year from the United Way of Oshawa- Whitby – about 50 per cent of its annual budget. “This all filters down through payroll deductions,” Mr. Shuwera said. Hopefully, people will continue to donate, but the worst-case scenario could af- fect services to children, he said. “And that’s not good for anyone,” Mr. Shuwera said. Another spin-off could be the loss of volunteers if laid- off employees have to spend their free time looking for, or working more jobs. Big Brothers and Big Sis- ters of Oshawa-Whitby will be discussing the job losses at its monthly board meeting. “I just have to believe that in the end, good things are going to happen,” Mr. Shu- wera said. Staff feels terrible about the losses, he said. “You can’t help but feel sorry for someone who may have worked many years for a company all of a sudden hav- ing no job,” he said. We need to pull together as a community and help these people, said Jennifer Meyers, United Way of Ajax- Pickering-Uxbridge resource development manager. “They really need to think this is a community issue, not just a GM issue,” she said. “People might not realize they have a neighbour this is going to impact.” The United Way of Ajax- Pickering-Uxbridge doesn’t receive campaign contribu- tions from General Motors employees, but will experi- ence the impact through a ripple effect. “The employees are in greater need of social ser- vices,” said Ms. Meyers. “We see tensions and stresses in families that affects children, that affects relatives.” The United Way of Ajax- Pickering-Uxbridge also has a labour liaison officer who works with employees im- pacted by the layoffs to help with services such as coun- selling and job searching. The layoffs also impact other companies affiliated with General Motors, as well as money in the economy in general. People stop going out as much and donating to charities, Ms. Meyers said. “It’s a dominion, but it’s also a big circle,” she said. To make up for the losses, the United Way will have to let the community know it needs to step up, Ms. Mey- ers said. The organization will be working on creating more community awareness through its communications team. WebsiteDirectory Commercials Gold BookTalking Characters DO WE HAVE A BUNCH OF GREAT DEALS FOR YOU! the future at your fingertips today Gold Book is even better. PART NERED WIT H Metroland Community Newspapers AND DURHAMREGION.COM. WE drive clients to your door. ask us about Low cost multimedia advertising bundles for small business Call 310-GOLD today or email sales@goldbook.ca for details Virtual Consumer COMPLET E MARKET ING BUNDLES FROM Per/montH SALES DEADLINE JUNE 13, 2008 GET YOUR BUSINESS IN GOLD BOOK ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT. DON’T MISS T HIS AMAZING OPPORT UNIT Y. CALL T ODAY. 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GM will change its production ratios from 50 per cent cars and 50 per cent trucks to 60 per cent cars and 40 per cent trucks, Mr. Clarke said. The flexible car plant in Oshawa is gearing up to produce the Camaro and Camaro convertible and as part of the May 16 agreement, another product will be allocated there. He said GM is in talks with the CAW and the Canadian and Ontario governments to get a third product in Oshawa. Mr. Clarke said the closing should not affect the half-billion dollars of funding the federal and provincial governments have given to the Beacon Project. Closing reaction to ‘dramatic shift in truck market’: GM ✦ Closing from page 1 thetruckstopshere.newsdurhamregion.comthetruckstopshere.newsdurhamregion.com ‘You might have a job today, but that job could be gone tomorrow’ By Kailah Bharath Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — Local auto workers want everyone to know the fight is far from over. The Canadian Auto Work- ers (CAW) held a Manufac- turing Matters Rally Sunday morning. John Lennon’s Power to the People played as more than 2,000 supporters, some from as far as Windsor, gath- ered at Oshawa’s Memorial Park. The activists held pro- test signs and one teen wore a black T-shirt with the mes- sage “Import cars suck.” “It’s not just about Cana- dian auto workers. It’s about everyone’s jobs,” CAW Local 222 president Chris Buckley said to the crowd. The government must do something for the auto in- dustry before it’s too late, like placing Canada on a level playing field with the rest of the global market, Mr. Buckley said. He said he wants the government to address problems such as unfair trade, the rising dollar and unemployment. About 350,000 Canadian manufacturing jobs have been lost since 2002, Mr. Buckley said at the rally. Last year, 360 manufactur- ing jobs were lost every day, doubling the rate of 2006. “It’s terrible,” said Lyle Hargrove, who worked for General Motors for 15 years and now works for CAW- Toronto. “Those are good- paying jobs. Those jobs aren’t coming back and they’re being replaced with jobs that pay $10 an hour. You can’t build good com- munities. The government should put money into the auto industry, to keep jobs in Canada.” Annie Labaj, an Oshawa resident and director of CAW’s international depart- ment, said the job losses and layoffs are detrimental to the community. “People are spending less. (They) are not con- tributing to organizations, they’re being conservative,” Ms. Labaj said, admitting she has had to worry about layoffs. “The auto industry is a roller coaster. It’s not a good feeling. You don’t want to say ‘No’ to your children, but you don’t know if you’ll need the money for rent next week.” Ms. Labaj was one of the first women on the GM as- sembly line. She was part of the fight for equality, better working conditions, childcare and resolving sex- ual harassment in the work- place. “Women are finally get- ting good-paying jobs and now the jobs are leaving,” she said. Mr. Buckley encouraged everyone to call their local MPs, noting Oshawa MP Colin Carrie could be doing more to help Oshawa auto workers. “It’s not just cars. It’s ev- erything,” said Ajax resident Jim Robertson, who works at a Sobeys warehouse. “I’m here because it’s af- fecting all of us. Unions are downsizing, textile compa- nies are going down, hous- ing money is going down the tube, lots of homeless people. The government is not keeping the jobs here. People are stressed; they can’t pay their bills. The automotive industry is being hit hard, Mr. Rob- ertson said. “For every job at GM, there’s five jobs that are linked to it. Sales are going down. Status of living is going down. We need to watch what we’re doing in labelling things. 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Call to reserve your videographer today. 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5 Tel. 905.426.4676 Fax: 905.426.6598 Email: ddm@durhamregion.com Make yourself look good. video for web + trade show + DVD sales kits + corporate presentations + etc be seen + be heard +be inspiredbe seen + be heard +be inspired THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com CAW rally draws thousands to fight job losses Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Benjamin Cabildo peeks out from behind his sign at the CAW members’ Rally in Oshawa. Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com We think... e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Andrea Babin - Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales (905) 683-5110 Classifieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 Fax (905) 683-7363 Costly theft at GO station To the editor: Do you need a good reason to take pub- lic transit to the GO station? On May 9 I found a good reason. The catalytic converter was sawed off and sto- len from my vehicle’s undercarriage. Two other vehicle owners were also victim- ized. This happened between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. in broad daylight. Police tell me that this is now a com- mon auto part to steal. If GO Transit has surveillance measures in place they truly need improvement. How about a real person walking around looking and listening? Free parking at the GO is not worth the hundreds of dollars of insur- ance policy deductible this cost me, not to mention the aggravation of towing and a rental car. Since the cost of my claim was well over $2,000 this must affect all drivers’ insurance rates. For the 65-cent co-fare and peace of mind, I’ll take the bus. Audrey Ansell Pickering Student safety must come first To the editor: Applying a standard walking distance across Durham Region must not be imposed by Durham Student Transpor- tation Services (DSTS) at the expense of student safety. For example, on the north side of Finch Avenue, just west of Duncannon Drive, there isn’t a sidewalk or boulevard at one section along the road. So if busing is cut for students that take that route to school (as already passed in principle by Catho- lic board trustees), they will be in serious danger of being killed by a vehicle along that logical, direct route to school. We certainly don’t want them jay-walking to the south side. The DSTS suggests that students who live on Duncannon, Grafton, Lynn Heights, Benton Cres., Sherman Cres., Escott Crt., Colonial St., Maury Cres., and Alanberry go out of their way and back-track to the north end of Lynn Heights or walk in the opposite direction of the school to cross at Dixie to get to the sidewalk on the south side of Finch. It isn’t viable or realistic to expect teens to spend extra time backtracking. Most adults wouldn’t take out-of-their-way walking routes. Trustees need to ask the DSTS why those residents with students that will be impacted have not been directly contact- ed for their input. DSTS has been com- municating through third parties (each school’s community council), with very short notice about this change, which is not an effective method to conduct an open and honest consultation process. Prior to voting at the June 9 board meeting, trustees must be fully informed before they make any final decisions. However, when reports are prepared under tight timelines, important safety issues can easily get overlooked by the decision makers. Saving transportation expenses shouldn’t cost students’ lives. Rhonda Keys Pickering Politics decides who gets health care To the editor: After all the rallies, one-way “public consultations,” unanimous council resolutions, petitions, letters and pleas to the minister, George Smitherman, all to express the obvious outrage at the forced closure of the mental health ward at Rouge Valley Ajax Pickering, what have we learned? Well, it’s apparent that all our efforts didn’t amount to a speed bump on the government’s road to dictate what health care we’re allowed. It looks like we were the test case for the new bureaucracy, the LHIN, and the govern- ment wasn’t going to let our community wishes stand in the way of their latest layer between the patient and medical care. So, we were just ignored. After all, we can’t take our tax dollars elsewhere, and the next election is far over the hori- zon. We clearly don’t rate serious consulta- tion or even a 15 minute meeting with Smitherman, even when sought by our two MPP’s from his own party. No, we are the politically disconnected in a province where the government, and thus politics, decides who gets proper health care. Scarborough gets the political favours. We get an empty ward. Do you think your health care in this community is going to get better or worse? Exactly. Dan Brennan Ajax e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... PAGE 6 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ June 4, 2008P Plant closing means Region can’t depend upon GM Just a few weeks ago after signing a new three-year deal with General Motors, Canadian Auto Workers president Buzz Hargrove crowed, “Oshawa comes out of this overall with a great victory.” You probably couldn’t print what Mr. Hargrove said after learning Tuesday morn- ing GM was closing Oshawa’s truck plant next year in the wake of declining sales of the models it builds, the Chevrolet Silvera- do and the GMC Sierra. The closure puts up to 2,600 people out of work and will no doubt hit Durham Region hard as feeder plants feel the heat and thousands of others lose their jobs. The General Motors bombshell, delivered by CEO Rick Wagoner from the company’s head office in Delaware, also included plans to close two truck-producing plants in the United States and one in Mexico. So this is a North American-wide hit. And it’s not hard to see why it’s happen- ing. The world price of oil has skyrocketed over the past year, boosting gas prices into the stratosphere. Gas-guzzling trucks and SUVs are well down the shopping list when cash-strapped consumers head to their local dealership to buy or lease a new vehicle. Combine that with a sluggish U.S. economy hit hard by a weak dollar and bat- tered by the sub-prime mortgage crisis, and demand for trucks is well down. It doesn’t help that the high Canadian dollar makes Canadian exports to the U.S. a less attrac- tive proposition. Mr. Wagoner made clear in his announcement that GM believes oil prices won’t be coming down anytime soon. He explained GM will be building more fuel- efficient vehicles in future and trucks are down the list in that mix. How should local decision-makers react to this grim news? Retraining programs for these soon-to-be laid-off workers must be designed now in time for implementation when the layoffs hit. While some workers will retire early and take buyouts, others will need new jobs and new training. Per- haps GM can link up with Durham College and UOIT to develop training, with assis- tance from all levels of government. The Region’s and local economic devel- opment officers will have to work overtime to draw other industries and businesses to Durham to offset the economic blow felt by the truck plant closure. While GM is the foundation upon which much of Durham has been built, it’s clear we can’t depend on the auto giant for future prosperity. This Week Given union concerns over layoffs at General Motors, should upper levels of government be doing more to help the auto industry? Yes No Last Week Will the new law preventing storeowners from displaying cigarettes help cut the number of young people who take up smoking? No: 82 per cent Yes: 11 per cent Not Sure: 7 per cent Votes: 165 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Maximum fines for showing cigarettes As of May 31, retailers will not be al- lowed to show tobacco products except to the purchaser and only at the point of purchase. The new requirement is part of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act. Maximum fines for non-compliance are: A corporation • $10,000 for the first offense • $150,000 for three or more Individual establishments • $4,000 for a first offense • $100,000 for three or more Teenage smokers give ban mixed reviews Smoking a cigarette just off school property, Rebecca Stave says she doesn’t think hidden tobacco displays will deter youth from smoking. A Grade 11 Pickering High School stu- dent, Rebecca says people will still see cigarettes. “I think it will maybe take a little bit more time in the lineups (at stores),” Rebecca said. “Parents still smoke, kids still smoke, so you’re still going to see people smok- ing,” Rebecca said. It’s seeing other people smoke that makes her want to have one. But not all teenage smokers are of the same mind. “I think it’s good, I guess,” said Chanel Nolet, a 16-year-old who’s been smok- ing for four years, “You won’t see it as much.” Outside of her school, she asked a couple people for an extra cigarette, then took a few drags from a friend’s when no one did. “If I don’t have smokes and I look at them, I think I should get some,” said Chanel. The hidden displays might help people trying to quit, she said. By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — As of May 31, adult maga- zines will likely be more visible in convenience stores than cigarettes. A tobacco display ban included in the Smoke-Free Ontario Act takes effect this Satur- day, requiring all retail cigarettes to go under- cover. The new measure is intended to remove tobacco products from the sight of anyone other than the purchaser and seller, and in turn, prevent more youth from starting smok- ing and help those trying to quit. “I don’t know, it might work,” said Gilles Boudreau, a smoker for 24 years. “If you don’t see them, you might not think of it.” Tobacco products, including cigarettes, ci- gars, bidis, pipe, loose, chewing and whole leaf tobacco, will have to be stored in overhead or under-counter storage containers. The mea- sure is the second step in the ban, which first began May 31, 2006 with the removal of coun- tertop and cigarette carton displays. “Basically, the ban is about saving lives and reducing health care costs,” said Gillian MacDonald, spokeswoman for the Ministry of Health Promotion. Research supports that the ban will help prevent youth smoking, Ms. MacDonald said. It will also help people who have quit to re- main smoke-free, she said. “Tobacco displays make children think smoking is more common than it is,” said Judy Webster, a Region of Durham public health nurse. The displays provide normalization, she said. In Ontario, tobacco use is still the No. 1 cause of preventable disease, causing about 13,000 deaths a year from related illness, Ms. Webster said. At Mac’s Convenience Stores, tobacco prod- ucts will be housed in what looks like a row of grey post boxes, each compartment labelled with small print intended only for the clerk, said Bruce Watson, Mac’s Convenience Stores marketing manager. The chain carries 240 va- rieties and variations of tobacco products. “We’re going to do what we’ve been asked to do,” Mr. Watson said. The task is a major one, both to comply physically and for staff and consumers. They’re use to turning and seeing a product -- now they’ll see just a blank wall, he said. “Consumers are a little confused when they walk in and see this area covered up,” Mr. Wat- son said and added the general public doesn’t have a lot of knowledge about the ban. It’s been up to the retailer to let customers know, he said. If a customer isn’t sure what they want, they’ll be provided with a binder to flip through if they are legal smoking age. Rothmans Benson and Hedges is making every effort to comply with the law, Public Affairs Director Karen Bodirsky said. The com- pany is educating retailers and people who restock the shelves, and making sure everyone understands the law. “There’s no doubt it’s been a long, confusing process and difficult on the retailer,” Ms. Bodir- sky said. The new measure creates a security risk, causing retailers to turn their backs to the cus- tomer while shuffling through shelves to get the product, she said. The display ban makes it easier for people to sell contraband products -- those which haven’t had their duty paid, Ms. Bodirsky said. With cigarettes being snuck out to the custom- er, observers can’t see what’s being bought. New shelving requirements to hide the tobacco are also hard to comply with, Ms. Bodirsky said. Although the legislation was announced a couple years ago, its regulations were only released a few months ago. Specifics about the tobacco storage devices were not released earlier because of consulta- tions with retailers. “We were working very diligently to make sure we heard what they had to say,” Ms. Mac- Donald said. For a smaller retailer, the $2,500 cost of con- version is huge, Ms. Bodirsky said. Many held off for the regulations and are now rushing to get the units made because of a limited num- ber of suppliers. An in-person survey shows 81 per cent of Durham Region retailers affected know about the May 31 ban, said Greg Annis, a senior public health inspector for the Region of Durham. Numerous inspections and fact sheets were delivered to tobacco vendors since the Smoke-Free Ontario Act was an- nounced. “We give it over and over and over, just in case it gets lost,” Mr. Annis said. “We’ve been very proactive.” Ninety-five per cent of Durham tobacco vendors are compliant with tobacco laws and the same compliance is expected for the display ban. Of the five per cent not compli- ant, reasons include language barriers, will- ful neglect, ownership changes, improper installation of the barrier systems, and em- ployees not using them right. If stores haven’t received their new display devices by May 31, their tobacco products still have to be hidden. Things they could do in the interim include putting them under- neath the counter or in boxes. Cigarette displays now undercover New regulations governing the display of cigarettes go into effect May 31. Top is an example of how the new displays will appear. Above is how the old displays appeared. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos comWHY BEIN G PEANUT FREE IS SO IMPORTAN T Reasons to reconsider 11 07OCT AMETROLAND DURHAM REGION MEDIA GROUP NEWSMAGAZINE www.durhamparent.com SEE LEADERSHIP ON PAGE 7 HELP! MY CHILD’S PROJECT IS DUE! Ways to work with your kids 4 3 SIMPLE STEPS T O TAK E CONTROL Be firm, fair and c onsistent 13 BY DANIELLE HARDER There are many good reasons to try to eat together as a family once a day. It’s a chance to slow down, connect and share everyone’s day. Increasingly, research is also showing family meals are better for children’s physical, emotional and mental health. According to a study published last month, families who eat together may have healthier kids in the long term. The fi ndings, which appear in the Jour- nal of the American Dietetic Association, suggest children who connect with their parents at mealtimes are more likely to have a healthier diet as young adults. The study followed 1,700 teenagers for fi ve years and found those who ate the most meals with their families tended to eat bet- ter as they got older, including eating more fruits and vegetables. This new research bolsters previous studies that found children who share a meal with family several times a week are less likely to smoke, drink alcohol, use drugs or become sexually active. They also tend to do better academically and have better mental health. Unfortunately, while science suggests families make more attempts to eat togeth- er, economic forces are working against them. According to Statistics Canada, workers spend an average of 45 minutes less per day with family members in 2005 than they did 20 years earlier. The length of the workday has also ex- panded, cutting into what was traditionally the family dinnertime. On average, Cana- dians now work about 30 minutes longer each day than they did a generation ago. Exacerbating the meal crunch is simply the fast-paced and full lives of many fami- lies today. Children are often involved in more extra-curricular activities and have more homework to get through each night, than their parents did as kids. So, what to do? Start by doing some ‘investment’ cook- ing: double a meal one night and freeze half for later or set aside one afternoon on the weekend to cook several meals that can be tucked away in the freezer for busy nights. Next, save yourself time by purchasing pre-cut vegetables. Yes, they cost more but you’re more likely to use them and less likely to be pitching out brown broccoli next week. Even onions – the most dreaded of kitchen chores – are available pre- chopped and frozen. A simple meal, such as bean burritos, can be whipped up in under half an hour. The family meal s till matters MAKE IT A TRADITION Sitting down each day for a family meal, whether it be breakfast or dinner, still holds a lot of value and importance for you and your children. Leadership in education What does it mean to be a leader? In today’s world we recognize that a real leader is a person of action and compas- sion, vision and insight, initiative and responsibility. At Trinity College School, the com- munity recently undertook a long-term planning exercise to understand how they can best prepare students to be leaders – leaders in their local and global communities, leaders within the school and, most importantly, leaders within their own lives. As a result of this community-wide planning initiative, Trinity College School has adopted a new mission statement: developing habits of the heart and mind for a life of purpose and service. 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To advertise, call Debbie at 905-426-4676 x. 230 or email: dsalomon@durhamregion.com durhamregion.comP PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 A night of pride and celebration in Pickering City honours its most outstanding residents and businesses of 2007 By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Jamie Robinson hasn’t put the guitar down since his grandfather gave him one when he was six or seven. The 18-year-old Pickering resident re- ceived the Arts award at the Pickering Civic Awards last Monday night. Mayor Dave Ryan and members of council hon- oured Pickering’s finest artists, volunteers and achievers of 2007 at Pickering City Hall for their contribution to Pickering. “And it’s not just a year. Usually it’s many times year after year after year, so thank you very much,” Mayor Ryan said to the recipients. Mr. Robinson - who’s been writing music since he was 12 and currently teaches at the Durham School of Music - last June became the youngest person to win the North American Rock Guitar Com- petition. He competed against guitarists from England, Ireland, Italy, Russia, South America, the United States and Canada. He’s also the first person to ever receive a scholarship to the Musicians Institute in Hollywood, arguably one of the fin- est contemporary music schools in North America. “I’m very happy with (the award) but there’s always the next step,” he said. Bruce Lewis-Watts received the Hero- ism/Bravery award. The Claremont resi- dent began donating blood when he was a teenager and has continued doing so for the past 31 years. He’s now up to 503 do- nations, making him only the third Ontar- ian to reach 500. He donates a component of his blood, which allows him to do so every two weeks. “I’ve got good health now and I feel I should be giving back to someone and this is my way of giving to others in need, in some cases, desperate need,” he said. Mr. Lewis-Watts said donating blood has become a part of his lifestyle and is something just about anyone can do. He said only four per cent of Canadians do- nate blood and that his bi-weekly visit to the blood clinic only takes 40-to-50 min- utes. Mr. Lewis-Watts received a commen- dation from former Governor General of Canada Romeo LeBlanc when he risked his life trying to save a drowning woman in Georgian Bay. He also saved an el- derly woman’s life when he performed the Heimlich manoeuvre in a local coffee shop recently. Other heroes honoured were Kristy Maguire, Leeanna McCann and Maranda Stewart. The former St. Mary Catholic Secondary School students were walking through a park when they heard strange noises coming from bushes. They came upon a woman so badly beaten and blood- ied that they couldn’t even tell her skin colour. Two stayed with her and called po- lice while another ran for help. The man had fled, but after Ms. Stewart provided a detailed description to police, he was ar- rested and eventually sentenced to eight years in prison, she said. She also carried the victim back to her apartment. “Durham Regional Police Services be- lieve they may have saved the victim’s life, as the offender was extremely violent,” Mayor Ryan said, adding the three women were honoured by DRPS earlier this year. Ms. McCann said it’s nice to be hon- oured for her bravery, but “I would expect anybody else to do the same.” Siobhan Taniel Stewart, about to gradu- ate from St. Mary, won the Youth Leader- ship award. Heading to McMaster Uni- versity in Hamilton this September, she aspires to become a doctor, specializing in obstetrics and pediatrics. She was award- ed the Loran Scholarship through the Ca- nadian Merit Scholarship Foundation. “Siobhan was the only student from Durham Region to be awarded a full scholarship to any Canadian university of her choice,” Mayor Ryan said. In high school, Siobhan has co-ordi- nated and implemented a pop tab col- lection drive for the Ontario March of Dimes. Her long list of accomplishments also includes being a student trustee with the Durham District School Board, a peer tutor and a student council senator. “I can’t help but say ‘yes’ to any initia- tive that comes my way,” she said. The youngest recipient, Jaclyn Hold- sworth, a Grade 1 Vaughan Willard Public School student, won an Individual Volun- teer award. She raised $5,725 for World Vision to purchase stables and animals for a village in a developing country by selling thank- you cards and bookmarks that she and her mother made. She’s also raised money for cancer patients in the past by donating her hair to make wigs for chemotherapy patients and selling bracelets. Jaclyn was unable to walk for almost three months due to an autoimmune dis- order and is no stranger to adversity. “That experience, her mother believes, gave her an appreciation for life that other children her age might not have,” he said. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Mayor Dave Ryan and Ward 1 City Councillor Jennifer O’Connell congratulate Jaclyn Holdsworth after the former presented her with a City of Pickering Civic Award. She was recognized for her fundraising efforts for World Vision through the sale of bookmarks and thank-you cards with pic- tures she drew on them. Pickering Civic Award recipients Special citation award: Richard Hart and Tree Bee Team 2007 - Our Lady of the Bay Catholic School Bravery/Heroism award: Kristy Maguire, Leeanna McCann, Maran- da Stewart and Bruce Lewis-Watts Lifetime Achievement award: Shane Coburn, Carole Redshaw Individual Volunteer award: Muriel Cullum, Jaclyn Holdsworth, Muriel Hughes and Joan M. Wide- man Service Group award: Pickering Auxiliary Rescue Association and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 and Ladies Auxiliary Community Group award: Pickering Horticultural Society and the Rouge Hill Seniors Club Amateur Sports award: Erik Glavic and Nyl Yakura Youth Volunteer award: No Currency, Mariyah Gonzales, Siob- han Saravanamuttu and Sharon Singh Youth Leadership award: Al- exandrina Shannon and Siobhan Taniel Stewart Local Business award: Chart- well Select Pickering City Centre and the Pickering Playing Fields Sustainability award: Pickering Town Centre Arts award: Jamie Robinson Cultural Diversity award: Indo- Canadian Cultural Association of Durham Economic Development award: Intellimeter Canada Inc. Environment award: Ontario Power Generation Access Award for Disability Issues: Pickering Town Centre ‘It’s not just a year. Usually it’s many times year after year after year, so thank you very much.’ - - M AY O R D AV E R YA N TO CIVIC AWARD RECIPIENTS Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 Direct Access 905.420.4660 TTY Access 905.420.1739 cityofpickering.com ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. DATE MEETING TIME June 5 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm June 9 Executive Committee 7:30 pm June 16 Council Meeting 7:30 pm June 18 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm June 24 Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee 7:00 pm June 25 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm June 26 Library Board 7:00 pm Monday, June 23rd 7:00 pm Pickering Civic Complex,Council Chambers Speak with Mayor Ryan Ward 2 - Town Hall Meeting Dave Mayor Dave Ryan invites Ward 2 residents to attend this public forum. Discuss concerns or suggestions you may have in regard to some of the opportunities and challenges facing Ward 2 and our community. at the Pickering Civic Complex Featuring: Ruth Smith Ruth Smith is a resident of Pickering who has been painting for 30 years. Along with producing watercolour, acrylic and multi- media paintings, she also produces her own photography. She is a member of the PineRidge Arts Council as well as The Oshawa Art Association. Viewing Times: Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm until June 16, 2008. For more information, visit sustainablepickering.com Join the City of Pickering on the Journey! Pickering is recognized as a leader in sustainability. Learn about our work, help chart our future. Come to one of our Town Hall meetings: 7:00 – 8:30 pm Tuesday, June 17 Petticoat Creek Community Centre (Franklin Room) Thursday, June 19 Pickering Recreation Complex (O’Brien Room B) Refreshments provided. Please contact Shawna Mutton to RSVP: 905.420.4660 ext. 2170 or smutton@city.pickering.on.ca Register Your Garden Now! The deadline for entries for the City of Pickering Garden Competition is July 4, 2008. For participation details call 905.683.7575 or register online at sustainablepickering.com PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX celebrates Recreation & Parks Month with these FREE FAMILY EVENTS! Fri.June 13 FREE Grade 8 Grad Night 4 pm - 7 pm Sun.June 15 Dads & Grandads are FREE (callfor details)7 am - 9 pm Sun.June 22 FREE BirthdayBonanza 11 am - 4 pm 905.683.6582 cityofpickering.com/recreation GetYour FREE Passport onlineat cityofpickering.com Kidscan enterfor a chance to win a new bike! Hostedby the Pickering MuseumVillageAdvisoryCommittee and the PickeringAdvisoryCommittee on Race Relations & Equity 905.683.8401 cityofpickering.com/museum Summer Programs and Clinics for YOUTH SUMMER YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Learn to set goals effectively, communication & leadership skills, career prep., confl ict resolution and much more! Youth 13 & 14 years of age. JULY 14 TO JULY 25, 2008 (10 days) or AUGUST 5 TO 15, 2008 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm RECREATIONAL VOLLEYBALL CLINIC @ ESCC FRIDAY’S - starts July 4 (8 weeks) Ages 10 - 13 yrs. $44 Barcode:53260 RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL CLINIC @ ESCC WEDNESDAY’S - starts July 2 (8 weeks) Ages 10 - 13 yrs. $44 Barcode:53259 BEGINNER SKATEBOARD @ DIANA PARK This program is ideal for youth who would like to try skateboarding or those who want to improve their skills and learn more. SATURDAYS - JULY 5 to AUGUST 16 Ages 10 - 14 yrs. $45 Barcode:54992 Register today at the Pickering Recreation Complex or call 905.420.4749 cityofpickering.com VACANCY ON PICKERING MUSEUM ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Council of the City of Pickering is inviting applications from residents to fi ll a vacancy on the Pickering Museum Advisory Committee. The Pickering Museum Advisory Committee is responsible for advising Council on matters of the establishment, management and maintenance of the Pickering Museum. The Advisory Com- mittee is comprised of ten citizen members and meets approxi- mately fi ve times per year. There is no remuneration paid to the members of this Committee. For more information on the du- ties of a Committee member, contact Marisa Carpino, Supervisor, Culture & Recreation at 905.420.4620 ext. 2099. If you are interested in being considered for appointment to fi ll the vacancy on the Pickering Museum Advisory Committee, please submit a letter of interest and/or application to the under- signed setting out a brief description of any job or community- related experience. The deadline for submitting your application is June 12, 2008. The application form is available on the City’s website. Debi A. Wilcox, CMO, CMM III City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 Fax: 905.420.9685 E-Mail dwilcox@city.pickering.on.ca www.durhamwestrotaryribfest.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 9 Pdurhamregion.com Annual event runs June 7 to 15 AJAX — The Town is getting ready for a week-long party. The 38th annual Ajax Home Week runs from June 7 to 15 and includes popular events such as the parade, the waterfront festival and a fireworks display. There’s something for everyone, said Peter Hudson, Home Week chairman. “It’s all the way from young kids to a se- niors’ night,” Mr. Hudson said. As the chairman he “promises” a good time at the events and “I’ll be at the majority of events to ensure everyone has a good time.” Activities begin on Saturday, June 7 with the parade, which begins at noon, with for- mation on Mills Road, heading east on Sta- tion Street to Harwood Avenue and south to Bayly Street. Returning this year is the Parade Bicycle Dress-Up, in which youngsters ages six to nine can decorate their bike and ride in the parade. Entries must be at the parade by 11:30 a.m. Following the parade, from 1:30 to 4 p.m., it’s Fun in the Sun Emergency Services Com- munity Day at the Ajax Community Centre on Centennial Road. There will be displays of police, fire and EMS vehicles, and an exotic animal show. There will be refreshments and it’s all free. The Pickering Village Jazz Festival runs from 2 p.m. to midnight on Old Kingston Road. There will be two stages with eight jazz bands. Contact Shirley Huck at shirleyhucks@yahoo. ca or visit www.pickeringvillagejazzfestival. com for more information. On Sunday, June 8, there will be the Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion at Rotary Park, a model railroad show at the McLean Commu- nity Centre, an open house at the Ajax Royal Canadian Legion branch and the Young Sing- ers of Ajax annual spring concert. The Lions Pasta Night is on Monday, June 9, while Scrambles Restaurant holds an all-you- can-eat breakfast with some of the proceeds going to Dee Miller of Renewed Strength. A free seniors’ day at the Legion is on Tues- day, June 10, and there’s free family swim- ming at the McLean centre. Wednesday, June 11 has the Scrambles Restaurant fourth annual outdoor barbecue. The Home Week Auction goes on Thurs- day, June 12 at the Legion and St. Timothy’s Presbyterian Church holds a community bar- becue. The East Side Mario’s Patio Party goes on Friday, June 13, as does the Texas Hold’em Night at the CAW Hall on Hunt Street. Saturday, June 14 starts with the Run the Lake, to benefit the Rouge Valley Health Sys- tem Foundation. Other events are the Scram- bles yard sale, a free concert featuring George Olliver, the Ajax Radio Controlled Model Club open house and the Kinsmen Steak Barbecue Dinner and Dance at the Village Arena. Home Week wraps up on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, with a full day of activities, starting with the Rotary Pancake Breakfast. The Waterfront Festival runs all day, featur- ing games and events for children, arts and crafts, the duck derby, a volleyball tourna- ment, a crafters fair, entertainment, and a horseshoe tournament. Home Week wraps up with a fireworks display on the water- front. Check the Town of Ajax website at www. townofajax.com or the Home Week magazine delivered with the June 1 issue of the News Advertiser for a complete list of events. Find a location near you at lonestartexasgrill.com LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION FOR NEWCOMERS TO CANADA CALL ROSE 1-866-550-5462 CHILDCARE AVAILABLE www.durhamLINC.caTHEDURHAMCATHOLICDISTRICTSCHOOLBOARDCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL DURHAM durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 Plenty to do during Ajax Home Week newsdurhamregion.comNews Advertiser file photo Ajax Lions club member Len Crocker serves up pasta for Karen and Tom Smart as part of last year’s Home Week activities.411durhamregion.com RIBFEST THIS WEEKEND!!! www.durhamwestrotaryribfest.com HELP ROTARY! HELP THE COMMUNITY! FRI. JUNE 6th 4 PM - 11 PM SAT. JUNE 7th NOON - 11 PM SUN. JUNE 8th NOON - 17 PM Esplanade Park behind Pickering City Hall 6 REFRESHMENT TENT, CARNIVAL & MORE! LIVE BANDS ROCK, JAZZ, BLUES & COUNTRY PROFESSIONAL RIBBERS R O T A R Y CLUBS O F A JAX&PI C K E R IN G FREE ADMISSION SPONSORED BY: The power to make your community better. -/1, Ê- ÊvÊ* , 8 Sunday June 8th 11 am - 12 noon Legion D Day dedication. Call the Legion 606 for details 905-839-2990. FOOD BANK DRIVE ALL WEEKEND! FILL A SATURN OUTLOOK WITH FOOD!PIC K E R ING Rotary Ribfest THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com The Special Olympics 2008 Ontario Spring Games wrapped up Saturday night By Stefanie Swinson sswinson@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Athletes from across the province travelled to Durham Region to compete in the Special Olympics 2008 Ontario Spring Games over the weekend. The event began with the opening ceremonies on Thurs- day evening. Troy Ford-King of Mississauga led the Special Olympics torch run from the Oshawa Centre to the Durham College/UOIT Campus Recre- ation and Wellness Centre. “It was just phenomenal,” said Mr. Ford-King. “To run that distance and have the crowd there cheering you on.” The two days of competition began Friday, with Olympians competing in several sports at different venues across the re- gion. A total of 1,900 medals were handed out at the games, the first of which were given to swimmers at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Friday morning. Belleville’s Kai Freeland went home with five medals in that sport. “I’m proud!” said the 18-year- old Special Olympian. George Ricardo of Toronto received four medals in the powerlifting event at the Dur- ham College/UOIT campus rec centre. “I won this in the squat, dead lift, bench press and overall points.” Athletes there said they often surprise people with their strength. “I would say my heaviest would be 250 pounds,” said St. Catharines resident Bruce Penner. At Neb’s Funworld in Osha- wa, the 5-pin bowlers ruled the alley. Charles Colyer of Ottawa won three medals in the sport. “It’s my first time at the pro- vincials,” explained Mr. Colyer. “I love it! I’m coming back with my gold medal.” The crowds came out to sup- port the many athletes com- peting in basketball. The teams were divided into levels from A through D, with A being the highest skill level. The Kitch- ener-Waterloo Raptors took the title in that class, beating the team from Guelph. In the B divi- sion, the Peterborough Pythons lost to the Maple City Spitfires. But, as most competitors said, “winning isn’t everything.” The Special Olympics motto is: “Let me win but if I can not win, let me be brave in the at- tempt,” The games ended with the closing ceremonies at the cam- pus rec centre on Saturday night. Athletes showed off their medals and fashion sense as they went to a special dance party after the ceremonies. “All I want to do is party on!” said Paul Chapman of Toronto. And party they did. Olympi- ans hit the dance floor until 11 p.m. The Special Olympics 2009 Ontario Summer Games will be held in Windsor next July. FOR COMPLETE BAND SCHEDULE GO TO WWW.PICKERINGVILLAGEJAZZFESTIVAL.COM FESTIVAL ‘08 SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2008 2:00 PM TO MIDNIGHT LOCATED IN HISTORIC PICKERING VILLAGE FOR JAZZ FESTIVAL INFORMATION CONTACT SHIRLEY HUCK 1.705.292.0686 shirleyhucks@yahoo.ca PRESENTED BY: www.pickeringvillage.ca SPONSORED BY: Cassidy & Co. Architectural Technolgists Inc. 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Ticket price: $1000/person durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 I EPUMPPR C WATCHPR C WATCH newsdurhamregion.com FIND THE CHEAPEST GAS D A I L Y S U D O K U newsdurhamregion.comSpecial Olympics come to an end Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Oshawa’s Zachary Phillips, 11, and Peterborough’s Greg Connelly, 83, represent the youngest and oldest competitors at the Games. More than 700 athletes converged on Durham Region for the Special Olym- pics 2008 Spring Games. newsdurhamregion.com Watch videos from the games and see the more than 1,400 photos online at newsdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 13 Adurhamregion.com Trail route leaving Ajax residents all wet Why not use existing trail from truck traffic, resident asks Town says whole area susceptible to flooding and ‘this one is deemed the preferred route’ By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com AJAX — Some residents in north Ajax are upset over the route a proposed trail will take, saying it will be flooded for part of the year and trees will have to be cut down. “They’re going through a flood zone and I don’t understand why,” said Ed Mathur, of a portion of the Millers Creek trail. Ajax is building the trail between Ross- land and Taunton roads along the creek corridor. Work is to start in mid-June and take to mid-September. The cost is about $1.06 million. Juan Rojas, the capital projects co- ordinator for Ajax, admitted the trail will be flooded for part of the year, but said anywhere it’s put flooding would hap- pen. The Town looked at other alternatives and “this one is deemed the preferred route.” “At least delay it, explore phase two or ex- plore the rationale,” Mr. Mathur said. “No one can explain to me the reason to put it through a flood zone.” A trail made by construction traffic would be a better option, Mr. Mathur said. “Why not pave that and use it? Why divert off it? “If it was used for construction access, it’s sta- ble enough to use,” Mr. Mathur said. “If they let construction traffic through, I’m not sure why they won’t allow pedestri- an traffic to use it. “Take the existing trail, to me, would be more efficient. It’s partially created,” he said. “What is the offset” for going through the flood zone, he said. “Even if it’s only three or four weeks, it’s still one month you can’t go through.” Mr. Rojas said water gets trapped in the depressions caused by construction traffic. As the water travels through the green- belt to the creek, “it gets trapped in those depressions. “During the construction, we’ll be re- grading it to achieve positive runoff,” Mr. Rojas said. “The whole area floods,” he said. “Dur- ing a major storm event, a five-year storm, a good chunk of the trail will be under water.” Some trees will have to be removed, Mr. Rojas said. “A lot of the trees are dead. It’s more of a fire hazard than anything else. We’ll wind the trail through that section with minimal disturbance to the healthy trees.” The whole project was approved by the Toronto and Region Conservation Author- ity, he said. ‘At least delay it, explore phase two or explore the rationale. 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The Durham Re- gional Police is striving to increase public awareness in regards to the offence of Break and Enter. We are en- couraging the active participation of homeowners to help prevent crime in their community. Vigilance is key. Be alert for suspicious activity. Be aware of persons going door to door with unusual ex- cuses or persons loitering at or around your house or your neighbours; including youths during school hours. Keep an eye out for suspicious vehicles parked out front of a neighbour’s home when you know they are out or person’s carrying knap sacks, gym bags, pillowcases or garbage bags that can be used to conceal stolen property. Don’t be hesitant to contact police when you observe sus- picious activity. Security of your own residence should be of paramount importance to any homeowner. A well maintained home is often equated with a secure home. Strengthen your entry points, leave doors and windows locked whenever pos- sible and invest in good locks and security bars. Consider security measures like an audible monitored alarm and install adequate exterior lighting and motion sensors. Unfortunately, break-ins can still occur. Protecting your property against theft and ensuring its recovery is another important measure of home security. Store your credit cards, identifi cation, jewellery and valuables in a safe place other than the master bedroom, and use a home safe or safety deposit box for seldom used valuables. Photo- graph jewellery and other valuables. Record serial num- bers of appliances and electronics or engrave larger items with an identifi cation number so they are less attractive to thieves and easy to identify as your own. Keep an in- ventory of your possessions and store it at a safe location outside your home. With the warmer weather also comes vacation time. Plan ahead to help your home look lived in. Install timers for the lights, and a radio or TV, and have mail and news- papers picked up or suspended. Disable your garage door opener and arrange for someone to cut your grass. Inform trusted neighbours or relatives of your vacation plans and leave a key with them. If you arrive home and fi nd it insecure, call the police immediately. NEVER enter the dwelling. Preventing crime and maintaining safe communities is everyone’s responsibility. By practicing personal and property safety tips, you can help reduce the incidents of crime and keep your community safe. For more information check out the public safety sec- tion of website www.drps.ca. Break and Enter Prevention “Let’s help take back our streets” DURHAM — A dinner out could help Ro- salie St. Jean in her rehabilitation. In August 2006, a week before she turned 17, Ms. St. Jean suffered a broken neck in a swimming pool accident, leaving her a quadriplegic. Sylvia Ostroskie, who’s son Travis is a friend of Ms. St. Jean, has been helping with Roses for Rosalie. Rose decals are available at dozens of restaurants across Durham Region, with the proceeds going to help with Rosalie’s reha- bilitation efforts. “She’s come a long way, but she needs the support of the community,” Ms. Ostroskie said. “Without rehab, she wouldn’t be where she is. She’s an incredible young lady.” Originally, doctors said Ms. St. Jean would never walk or use her arms again, but she has since regained the full use of her arms. The St. Jean family recently travelled to California to look at a rehabilitation facility that specializes in spinal cord injury recov- ery. Called Project Walk, the family feels this is the best chance Ms. St. Jean has for a full recovery, Ms. Ostroskie said. That’s where the fundraising initiative is needed. For more information, including which restaurants are taking part, e-mail s.ostroskie@hotmail.com or phone her at 905-655-1314. Community asked to get involved in flowery fundraiser for Ajax girl Pickering’s Peter Henderson named Callwood recipient AJAX — The awards keep coming for Balliram Chadee. The Ajax resident received three awards recently, one from the federal government, one from the provincial gov- ernment and one locally. He was one of 49 Canadi- ans to receive the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award, which honours Ca- nadians who give selflessly of their time and energy to others. The award includes a framed certificate and a lapel pin for everyday wear. Mr. Chadee was also a re- cipient of the June Callwood Outstanding Achievement Award for Volunteerism from the provincial government. This is the first year for the June Callwood award and Mr. Chadee was given it to recognize “his community service and volunteer hours to Hinduism and the Indo- Caribbean culture in Dur- ham (Region) and beyond.” And, he was a honoured with a Community Award from the Town of Ajax in the category of diversity and community engagement. Peter Henderson of Pickering was also named a Callwood recipient. He was recognized for more than 20 years of outstanding volun- teer work with the Ontario Therapeutic Riding Associa- tion and the Ontario Eques- trian Federation. Mr. Henderson “encour- ages everyone to participate in competitions and clinics, including those who cannot ride independently.” Bahi Krishnakhanthan of Ajax is another recipient of the Governor General’s Car- ing Canadian Award. The award citation noted she’s “a passionate advocate for women and immigrants. “Bahi Krishnakhanthan has supported a diverse number of causes over many years, ranging from the Com- munity Development Coun- cil of Durham to the YWCA. A dedicated spokesper- son, she has delivered edu- cational and inspirational messages about racism, domestic abuse and South Asian culture to a wide vari- ety of organizations. “She has been a volun- teer associate for the Ajax- Pickering COPE Mental Health Program since 1995, and was also actively in- volved in the Canadian Tamil Women’s Community Services. “Her extensive board work with a number of not- for-profit agencies has given hope to many residents of the Durham Region, and has helped to improve the qual- ity of life for many newcom- ers to Canada.” Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. 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On June 5, golfers tee off in the 12th annual Durham Region Chairman’s Char- ity Classic golf tournament at the Deer Creek Golf Club and Banquet Facility. Proceeds from this year’s event will help students in need of financial assistance at Durham College and the University of Ontario Insti- tute of Technology (UOIT), along with the construction of the Abilities Centre Dur- ham. Hosted by the Region, the tournament has raised nearly $3 million over its life- time, including $452,000 in 2007. This year’s sold-out event features three Fraser Ford hole-in-one holes, a $1-mil- lion shootout, a putting con- test and more. Teeing off for education durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Jazz festival is more than just Hot Air But look for Hot Air, seven other artists in Pickering Village Saturday Free admission, just bring your lawn chair and your ears By Roland Cilliers Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The Pickering Village Jazz Festival is back and it’s cool- er than ever. Featuring eight diverse bands, numerous food vendors, and a beer tent that for the first time is also offering wine, this year’s festival promises to be the best yet. Everyone is invited to kick back and chill, or get up and dance, to music from some of the finest jazz musicians in the region. The Pickering Village Jazz Fes- tival is Saturday, June 7 and runs from 2 p.m. to midnight. While not exclusively show- casing local bands, the event is making a real effort to support Durham talent. “This year we are really try- ing to promote local bands from the Durham Region, they are first and foremost,” said Shirley Huck, the event’s co-ordinator. The Pickering Village Jazz Fes- tival is celebrating its sixth year in 2008. Last year the event drew about 4,000 people. Anyone who attends the free festival will quickly see why the event is so successful. “The kids love to dance when the bands are playing and seniors love to dance as well,” Huck said. “People can bring out their own chairs and move from stage to stage. It’s just a really fun, fun day for everybody.” One of the most popular acts playing at this year’s festival is Hot Air. The 14-member band has members from across Dur- ham, including former Pickering Idol winner Nikki Ponte. “This is probably our fifth or sixth year playing the jazz festi- val,” said Laurie Jess, a trombon- ist for Hot Air. “We love playing the festival; it’s a great time. People respond really well to us so that’s always fun, and let’s face it, we love to play.” Hot Air likes to make sure it remains fresh and interesting for both the audience and the band members. “Each year we come we will bring with us as many as six or seven new pieces that we’ve never performed before so we’re not the same thing year after year,” Jess said. Hot Air takes to the stage at 10 p.m. and will be the event’s last act. For more music in the Village, The Hot Beanz Coffee Company, Safari Bar and Grill, and the Red Martini are hosting performances this week. Check www.pickeringvil- lagejazzfestival.com for times and information on who’s performing. The event is on Old Kingston Road in historic Pickering Vil- lage, closed to vehicular traffic for the occasion. For more information visit www.pickeringvillagejazzfesti- val.com. Al Rivett/ News Advertiser file photos Ron Czermak, above, lets loose with his trombone solo as the Uptown Swing Band performs at last year’s Pickering Village Jazz Festival. At right, Sandra and Raymond Fitton of Brooklin dance to the band’s sounds. The band is back in this year’s lineup, with the festival set for this Saturday, June 7. Pickering Village Jazz Festival Lineup Veridian Connections Stage (Windsor Street) Shannon Butcher, 3 - 5 p.m. George Lake Big Band, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Uptown Swing Band, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Hot Air, 10 - midnight TD Canada Trust Stage (Linton Street) Ragweed, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Swing Shift Big Band, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. George Olliver and Gangbusters, 7 - 9 p.m. The Brian Rose Little Big Band, 9:30 - 11:30 p.m. Jazzalicious Days Enjoy great jazz before festival day at the following Pickering Village locales: June 4 Safari Bar and Grill, 60 Randall Dr., Ajax, www.safaribarandgrill. com June 5 Red Martini, 15 Church St. S., Ajax, featuring Garfield Stoddart, 8 p.m. until close, www.theredmartinirestaurant.com June 6 Village Coffee Shoppe, 109 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, 4:30 until 8.30 p.m., The Harry Ellis Trio, featuring Bruce Gorrie and Neil Davis, www. hotbeanzcoffee.com . ‘Each year we come we will bring with us as many as six or seven new pieces that we’ve never performed before so we’re not the same thing year after year.’ -- HOT AIR’S LAURIE JESS THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 www.toronto.com/annandale Weekday $41.00 tax incl. Weekend & Holidays $46.00 tax incl. Golf Tournaments & Dinner Pkgs. Daily Green Fees $58.00 + tax & grat. including deluxe hot & cold buffet or new york sirloin dinner TWILITE RATES 1/2 PRICE EVERY DAY Trojans track down gold at regionals Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Pickering High School Trojans’ Katherine Lawrence and Doron Williams posted triple-gold performances at the recent OFSAA Central Regional Track and Field Championships at York University. They are two of 30 athletes from the Ajax school who qualified for the OFSAA Track and Field Championships in Hamilton this weekend. AJAX — The following are other results from PHS athletes at the OFSAA Central Region Track and Field Championships: MIDGET GIRLS • Zakiya McIntosh: second, 100 metres, 12.75; second, 80-metre hurdles, 12.58; • Lanise Lywood: ninth, 80-metre hurdles, 53.06; 11th, triple jump, 9.18; • Cassandra Wiltshire: 10th, long jump, 4.31 • Naomi Zitt-James: 10th, javelin, 32.81 • Naomi Leone-Palmer: sixth, 80- metre hurdles, 13.16 • PHS 4-x-100-metre relay ‘A’ team: first, 52.37, Lanise Lywood, Zakiya McIntosh, Shannon Clarke-Black, Naomi Leone-Palmer, Naomi Zitt- James, Cassandra Wiltshire; MIDGET BOYS • Khashayar Farzam: third, 200 metres, 24.57; fourth, 100 metres, 11.95; • Denver Wright: second, 100-metre hurdles, 14.57; sixth, 200 metres, 25.15; seventh, 100 metres, 12.15; • Xavier King: first, 3,000 metres, 9:19.18; second, 1,500 metres, 4:16.43; sixth, 800 metres, 2:06.83; • Justin Taylor : first, 300-metre hurdles, 43.33; third, long jump, 5.81; sixth, 100-metre hurdles, 15.76; • Tarique Anderson: second, shot put, 13.21; • PHS 4-x-100-metre relay ‘A’ team: first, 46.30, Doron Williams, Kha- shayar Farzam, Denver Wright, Boyd Reid, Justin Taylor, Tarique Anderson; JUNIOR GIRLS • Christine Exeter: second, 80- metre hurdles, 12.61; third, 200 me- tres, 27.01; fifth, 100 metres, 12.93; • Komica Reeves: second, 100 me- tres, 12.74; 11th, triple jump, 9.34; • Christine Prince: fifth, 200 me- tres, 27.43; • Rebecca Mendes: fourth, 800 metres, 2:19.52; fifth, 1,500 metres, 4:52.86; • Shanyce Shaw: sixth, 300-metre hurdles, 50.29; 10th, 80-metre hurdles; JUNIOR BOYS • Preston Farrell: first, 300-metre hurdles, 41.94; third, 100-metre hurdles, 14.89; 10th, 100 metres; Pickering High School athletes’ results at OFSAA Central Regionals Lawrence, Williams earn triple gold, lead Pickering High into this weekend’s OFSAA championships in Hamilton By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com AJAX — Two Pickering High School Trojans athletes have one singular goal: add to a gold-filled track and field season at the big- gest high school meet in Cana- da. Hurdler and sprinter Kather- ine Lawrence, 16, and sprinter Doron Williams, 14, will lead a PHS contingent of 30 athletes in 43 events at the Ontario Fed- eration of School Athletic Asso- ciations (OFSAA) Track and Field Championships at Mohawk Park in Hamilton from June 5 to 7. Lawrence and Williams arrive at the OFSAA championships flush with gold achieved at the OFSAA Central Regional com- petition at Toronto’s York Uni- versity last weekend, where they raced — and won — against the best athletes in their respective categories in the GTA. In fact, both athletes achieved triple-gold medallist status at re- gionals, with Lawrence capturing gold in the junior girls’ 80-metre hurdles and 300-metre hurdles and as part of the open girls’ 4-x- 400-metre relay team. Meanwhile, Williams won his gold in the midget boys’ 100 me- tres and 200 metres at regionals, along with anchoring the Ajax school’s midget boys’ 4-x-100- metre relay team. Lawrence out-duelled PHS teammate Christine Exeter in the 80-metre hurdles to win gold at regionals. 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Holt was the bronze medallist; Denault was fourth. ened at the regionals. The Grade 9 student describes it as a simple cut on his right foot that worsened while running on the relay team at the Durham Region final. Although in discomfort and outright pain while running the 200 metres at regionals, he was able to finish the race in top spot. Williams reported his ankle is “get- ting better” and after receiving treat- ment this week he hopes he’ll be ready for OFSAA, although he admits he might have to wear a sock on his ankle to protect it from further in- jury. Pickering High educator and track coach Cyril Sahadath said the Tro- jans track and field team has the depth and talent to win the overall team crown at OFSAA. “As a team, we have enough talent to win the girls’ and boys’ overall titles, if all goes well,” Sahadath said. At the OFSAA Central Regionals, PHS won the overall team champion- ship with 361 points, a whopping 192 points ahead of second-place East- view Secondary School of Barrie. The Pickering High Trojans were also crowned the overall team champs of the midget, junior and senior division as well as placing sec- ond, behind only Whitby’s Sinclair Secondary School, in the open cat- egory. At the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) Track and Field Championships in Oshawa last month, the Trojans captured eight of a possible nine team champion- ships. • Marley Patterson: second, 100- metre hurdles, 14.89; fourth, 100 metres, 11.58; • Izzy Ogieva: third, 300-metre hurdles, 43.10; fifth, 100-metre hurdles, 15.05; • Anthony Caterini, seventh, 3,000 metres, 9:41.48; • Spenser Stewart: 11th, triple jump, 11.24; • Devon Lessey-Searles: 15th, long jump, 4.87; SENIOR GIRLS • Marissa Smith: third, 100- metre hurdles, 14.20; • Jessica Caterini: third, 200 metres, 25.97; fourth, 100-metre hurdles, 14.76; • Adriana Allen: second, 200 metres, 25.89; fifth, 100 metres, 12.64; • PHS 4-X-100-metre relay ‘A’ team: first, 48.83; Komica Reeves, Adriana Allen Jessica Caterini, Marissa Smith, Chris- tine Exeter, Jenna-Lynn Higgins; SENIOR BOYS • Ben Otto: eighth, discus, 29.37; 10th, shot put, 11.48; • Caileb Downey-Brown: second, long jump, 6.40; fourth, triple jump, 13.35; • Brandon Wilson: third, 110- metre hurdles, 14.80; ninth, high jump, 1.80; • Darryl Thomas: third, 400 metres, 49.79; fifth, 800 metres, 1:55.71; • Andrew Spence: third, 100 me- tres, 10.98; seventh, 200 metres, 24.20; • MacKenzie Moseley: second, 110-metre hurdles, 14.72; eighth, 400-metre hurdles, 58.94; 12th, 100 metres; • PHS 4-x-100-metre relay ‘A’ team: first, 43.53, Brandon Wilson, MacKenzie Moseley, Andrew Spence, Caileb Downey- Brown, Preston Farrell, Darryl Thomas; OPEN • PHS open girls’ 4-x-400-metre relay ‘A’ team: first, 3:59.95, Jenna-Lynn Higgins, Katherine Lawrence, Adriana Allen, Jes- sica Caterini, Christine Exeter, Rebecca Mendes; • PHS open boys’ 4-x-400-metre relay ‘A’ team: second, 3:27.34, Brandon Wilson, Andrew Spen- ce, MacKenzie Moseley, Darryl Thomas, Raihaan Patel, Preston Farrell. ✦ Trojans from page 23 Trojans march to team title at OFSAA regionals Pickering High results from OFSAA Central Regionals ✦ Pickering from page 23 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, June 4, 2008 PAGE 25 Pdurhamregion.com 905.839.0574www.aroundthehome.ca • KITCHENS• KITCHENS • VANITIES• VANITIES 1550 BAYLY ST., #35, PICKERING SpotlightSpotlight on Businesson Business ADVERTISING FEATUREAUTOBOYZ Service Centre Specialist in: • Alignment • Brakes • Tune Up • Major Repair ~ Electrical Diagnosting ~~ Electrical Diagnosting ~ Call For Further Information 754 McKay Rd., Pickering 905-686-8330 www.autoboyz.cawww.autoboyz.ca Quick Oil Change Bay Full Parking Lot Security FREE Estimates within 24 Hours. 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These contrac- tors will make sure that the job done right the fi rst time and old-fashioned customer service and quality is the priority for Comfort At Home. They want homeowners to avoid the horror stories we see on TV or read about in newspapers. In fact, Comfort At Home guarantees a turnaround time of 24 hours for all in-home estimates. While the company currently specializes in smaller home renovation projects, it will expand to offer housecleaning services as well as in home care for the elderly. Enjoy a 10 per cent Grand Opening discount as well as special Seniors rates. To reach the professionals at Comfort At Home call 647-839-2896. Get Comfort At Home Dan Belley photo No pushover! PICKERING — Joshua Paulino, left, of the Pickering Xtreme U15 boys’ soccer team shows his determination in attacking the ball in Central Soccer League action at the Princess Diana pitch last Saturday afternoon. The hometown boys sent the Sudbury Italia Flyers packing with a resounding 8-0 victory. Pumas’ sprinter and team captain runs to double gold; school to send 23 athletes to OFSAA championships in Hamilton this weekend PICKERING — Pine Ridge Secondary School’s Kyle Gill was golden on the track at the 2008 OFSAA Central Regional Track and Field Cham- pionships at York University last week. The Pickering school enjoyed a solid day at the annual meet that brings together the top high school athletes from across the GTA. Overall, the Pumas earned three gold, three silver and two bronze medals along with 16 top-eight finishes during the two-day meet. Pine Ridge athletes also established two meet records, five school records and qualified 23 ath- letes for the OFSAA (Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations) Track and Field Champion- ships at Hamilton’s Mohawk Park from June 5 to 7. Gill, the team captain of the Pine Ridge track team, finished as a double-gold medallist, win- ning the senior boys’ 200 metre and 400 metre races. His winning time of 22.22 seconds in the 200 metres and 49.10 seconds in the 400 metres established two new school records and also ranked him in the top 10 in the province for each event. Shona Dunkley won a silver medal in the senior girls’ 100-metre hurdles in 14.19 seconds, nar- rowly losing to Amilia DiChiara of St. Robert’s High School of Richmond Hill in the final by a hundredth of a second. Dunkley did, however, es- tablish a new meet record and provincial-leading time of 14.12 in the heats. Tavia Anderson earned a bronze medal in the midget girls’ 200 metres in 27.22 seconds. She also placed fifth in the 100 metres and sixth in the long jump. Aeysha Rumble placed fourth in the senior girls’ long jump with a distance of 4.93 metres and fourth in the 200 metres in 26.43. Monique Mundle placed fifth in the midget girls’ 400 metres in a time of 1:01.92. Justin Gordon place fifth in the junior boys’ triple jump with a leap of 11.97 metres. Chantel Malcolm placed sixth in the midget girls’ 200 metres in a time of 27.67. Chris Gordon placed eighth in the junior boys’ triple jump with a leap of 11.81 metres and Taylor Buenting placed eighth in the midget girls’ 3000m in 11:57.36. The Pine Ridge team registered solid outings in the relays for the second week in a row placing second overall with 48 points behind Pickering High. All six relays qualified for the OFSAA champi- onships and posted some of the fastest times in the province. Leading the charge was the junior boys’ 4- x-100-metre relay team of Neil Bourne, Justin Gordon, Ricardo Williams and Chris Paju, which captured the gold medal in 45.64 seconds. Meanwhile, Pine Ridge’s midget boys’ 4-x-100- metre relay team of Oshay Henry, Omar Mac- gregor, Michael Ashun and Jonathan Lewis won silver in 47.24 seconds. The Pumas’ senior boys’ 4-x-100-metre relay team of Tosin OLajide, Kyle Gill, Janoi Wright and Jabari Henry won silver in a new school record time of 43.57. 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Call 905-839-3049 NOW HIRING HAIR STYLISTS at busy location in Pickering Town Centre. NRG Salon & Spa. Salary plus commission. Call Mimmo at 416-417-3218. PART TIME ESTHETICIAN wanted for THERESA'S TOUCH DAY SPA. 924 Brock Street N. Whitby, (Brock/Rossland). New Grads welcome to apply. Please call (905)430-6060. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECH- NICIAN/BODY REPAIR SPE- CIALIST required. Minimum 5 years experience in automotive field. Arabic and Hebrew lan- guages is a benefit. Please fax resume to: 905-421-9333. BUSY BODY SHOP seeking full time CAR DETAILER with G license. Fax resume to 905-428-8812, or email info@ultimatecollissioncentre.ca CABINET MAKER wanted full time days, must have experience with jointers, shapers, planners and panel saws. Wage 16 to 20 dollars per hour, ALSO REQUIRE A WOOD SHOP HELPER Wage 12 to 14 dollars per hour E-mail constructionmanagement@live.ca CLADDING/METAL Roof install- ers. Must be exp. Call 9a.m.-5p.m. 905-666-8594 or fax resume 905-666-0145. CONSTRUCTION LABORER wanted with excavator and bull- dozer experience, site in Port Perry, wage to be negotiated. Email homebuilders@live.ca CONSTRUCTION LABOUR wanted ASAP for a long term project in the Port Perry area, we need a person with finish carpentry, framing and dry walling experience and cabinet making skills an asset. Email homebuilders@live.ca or fax 905- 982-0609 MECHANIC OR final term ap- prentice required for busy Whitby automotive repair shop. Drive clean experience an asset, no weekends, benefits. Fax resume to (905)430-3694. MECHANIC REQUIRED for busy company in Durham Region to work on a variety of vehicles and equipment. 40 hours/week guar- anteed. 310T and DZ license pre- ferred. Diesel and hydraulics ex- perience an asset. Must be able to work independently and be part of a 'A' team environment. Competitive wages and compre- hensive benefits package. Fax resume to 905-686-8546 MECHANIC, OR 4th-5th year apprentice needed. Must be re- liable, thorough, knowledgeable. Good working environment. No weekends. Only qualified appli- cants please. (416)283-1843 TRUCK & COACH MECHANIC Immediate position. Must have 2 years licensed experience. All shifts available. Must be reliable and able to work under minimal supervision. Great pay, great benefits. Call Dawn (416) 292- 5556 or fax resume to (416) 292- 3347 or email: dawn@mittmancarriers.com PAINTERS Required!!! Experience, bonded, valid driver's license. Own tools and transportation Piece work. Start immediately. 905-428-9037 PLUMBING APPRENTICE, 2nd or 3rd year required immediately. construction experience pre- ferred. Please fax resume to 905- 697-8221 SHINGLERS wanted with experi- ence and own hand tools. Drivers license an asset. Call Travis (905)261-7025. TRIM CARPENTER - Hiring im- mediately, experienced trim car- penters, skilled in customer ser- vice, handle east end require- ments. Specializing in residential trimwork. We supply vehicle, equipment & uniform. Call Trim- work By Design 1-866-248-7776 WATERJET OPERATOR re- quired for busy company in Dur- ham Region. Must have AutoCAD 2005 and Flow (path, nest and cut) experience. Fabrication/Ma- chine Shop experience an asset. Competitive wages and compre- hensive benefits package. Fax re- sume to 905*686-8546. BILINGUAL ACCOUNTS Re- ceivable/Customer Service Per- son Required. Full time, Monday- Friday, 10am-6pm. Quick books experience an asset. Fax resume to (905)619-2662. FULL TIME Real Estate Secre- tary need for RE/MAX Ability Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage-Oshawa Location Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Real Estate Experience an asset. Please fax resume to: 905-432- 1260 Attention Trish FULL-TIME LEGAL ASSISTANT required for busy real estate law practice. Minimum 5 years experi- ence in Conveyancer and Tera- view a must. Please fax resume to: Waneta at 905-509-5270. OFFICE HELP SECTION Part-time secretary needed for busy real estate office in Ajax. 2 or 3 evenings per week and alternate weekends. Real estate experience preferred. Please fax resume to: 905-619-2500 or drop off at 513 Westney Road South Ajax REAL ESTATE CLERK- Busy, friendly, growing Ajax firm re- quires organized, motivated per- son to cover 1 year maternity leave with potential for perma- nent. Teraview/LDD/Conveyanc- er experience required. Email re- sumes with salary expectations to fodenaccounting@on.aibn.com sales help & agents FT PT EXP TRAVEL Consultant required. Sabre an asset. Fax resume to 905-432-6842 or email cwtoshawa@bellnet.ca THE VILLAGE OF TAUNTON MILLS Director of Environmental Services The DES is responsible for managing the Laundry, Housekeeping, and Maintenance Departments, as well as troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems. The successful candidate will have strong management skills plus good working knowledge of and demonstrated hands-on experience with mechanical systems. Apply in writing to: Jeff Donovan, General Manager The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St. N. Whitby, Ontario L1R 3A5 Fax: 905- 666-9601 E-mail: jdonovan@oakwoodretirment.com We thank all interested candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Village of Taunton Mills Retirement is seeking dedicated, energetic RN applicants to fill the role of Assistant Director of Care. Qualifications required include current CNO registration, with minimum 2 yrs experience in Retirement or related health care profession. The successful applicant must have strong leadership and organizational skills. Interested persons may reply by email to nblack@oakwoodretirement.com or forward resume to Noella Black The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St North Whitby, On L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 Massey's Restaurant FULL TIME & PART TIME EVENING DISHWASHERS Apply in person with resume 774 Liverpool Rd. S., Pickering sales help & agents KITCHEN SALES POSITION 1 f/t & 1 p/t position available. Ap- plicants must have minimum 3 years exp. in custom kitchen sales, with working knowledge of 20/20 Design Program. All seri- ous and highly motivated candi- dates please submit resumes in confidence to: RH Cabinet & Car- pentry, 486 Waterloo Court, Oshawa. Fax: 905-723-0791 Email: jhastings@primus.ca SALES REPRESENTATIVE A Canadian manufacturer of steel strapping, supplier of shipping and packaging commodities is looking for a Professional Sales Representative for the Eastern GTA and Ontario East. The quali- fied candidate will be motivated, a self-starter, possess a strong proven sales background, an ability to work independently, be well organized with excellent communication skills. We offer a competitive commission structure base, incentive program and ex- penses as well as product train- ing. Qualified candidates should email their resume to: hr@jemline .com & to richard@jemline.com SALES REPRESENTATIVE, A Canadian manufacturer of steel strapping, supplier of shipping and packaging commodities is looking for a Professional Sales Representative for the Eastern GTA and Ontario East. The quali- fied candidate will be motivated, a self-starter, possess a strong proven sales background, an ability to work independently, be well-organized with excellent communication skills. We offer a competitive commission structure base, incentive program and ex- penses as well as product train- ing. Qualified candidates should email their resume to: hr@jemline .com & to richard@jemline.com DENTAL HYGIENIST required for a Whitby office for Mondays, starting June 16, 2008. Also look- ing for PDA/Level II assistants with reception experience. Send resumes to Dental Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON L1N 9G3 or e-mail to: dentalfutures@sympatico.ca FULL TIME DENTAL reception- ist, needed ASAP, in the Whitby area. Abeldent computer knowl- edge an asset. New grads wel- come. Please call 905-668-7797. HYGIENE CO-ORDINATOR Re- ceptionist to join our family orient- ed dental team. Dental experi- ence required. Email resume to: cindy@dentistryonliverpool.com or call (905)839-5951 PHARMACY TECH F/T for pro- fessional high volume store. Ex- perience with Kroll preferred. Please submit resumes to: Phar- masave, 220 Dundas St. W., Whitby or email: pharmasave706@hotmail.com EXPERIENCED LINE COOK, part-time, possibility of full-time. 20 hours/week. Competitive wages. Apply in-person to 6825 Baldwin St., Brooklin (Hwy.12) Call for interview, 905-655-6441. TEDDY'S RESTAURANT re- quires experienced Cooks & serv- ers. Also required dishwashers. Full-time positions. Apply in per- son with resume to Teddy's Res- taurant, King and Park, Oshawa. * PUBLIC * NOTICE Free list of Durham Region distress sales & foreclosures now available to public. 1-800-596-2052 ID #1042 Free recorded message Government of Canada is offering assistance $20,000.00/person to purchase your first home. Free report available at 1-800-596-2052 ID #1053 Free recorded message OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JUNE 8TH 12:00-5:00. 601 FOXRUN COURT Oshawa 1500-sq.ft Semi Backsplit. 3+1 Bedroom, 1.5 bath, New Kitchen, Ceramic/Hardwood. Family room w/gas fireplace. rec. room, a/c. jojohello@hotmail.com 905-723-0289, 905-242-3208. PICKERING,569 Cattail Court, Pickering. 3 bedroom, beautiful home on quiet culdesac. Fully finished bsmt, large lot, new roof. 905-831-9144. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, June 04, 2008, PAGE 27 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com TO ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT We are looking for business professionals that provide products and services to home based or small businesses to participate in our Home Business Solutions Feature publishing Wednesday June 4, 2008. If you would like to be included please contact Donna at 905-683-5110 ext. 241 PRESTIGIOUS EXECUTIVE bungalow. 320 Lyndeview Dr., Whitby. Very large ravine lot (85xirreg. 250+depth), private, sought after location. 4-bdrms, 4-baths, 2900sq.ft. +fully finished basement. Open Houses; 2-4pm June 8 & 21, 1-3pm June 10, and June 17 4-6pm. Minimum bid $725k. Call 905-668-6624. TIRED OF the busy metropolis? Well cared for 2 bedroom home, close to many lakes, fishing, swimming, ATV trails, Algonquin park nearby. $115,900. (613)637- 1325. GROUND FLOOR 1-BDRM +DEN, 2-baths, sunroom. Condo Apt Pickering Brock/401. 9’ win- dows, w/o to patio, all appliances. Rec centre & pool. 905-987-6926 http://toronto.kijiji.ca/ 1 ACRE lot, permits available, year round access, deeded lake access, south side of Rice Lake, 10 minutes north of Port Hope, $60,000 possible terms. 905- 342-5600. 2 STORES for rent, downtown Bowmanville, 1 500 sq. ft. , 1 700 sq. ft. Call Ken Vickery, Mincom Durham Realty (905)404-8200. INDUSTRIAL BAY Near Oshawa Centre. High roll-up door, heat- ing, air compressor, utilities incl. Parking. Auto repair, machining, hobbies and other uses (light in- dustrial). Month-to-month consid- ered. Outside Sea storage con- tainer available. 905-576-2982 or 905-626-6619. RITSON/401 OSHAWA.Loading docks/warehouse for rent on ap- prox. 2 acres. Trucks/trailer park- ing available. Fenced compound. Ideal for small trucking business. Ritson/401 Oshawa. Joe at 905- 579-5959 650 SQ. FT. BASELINE RD. Bowmanville, utilities included, immediate possession, parking, a/c, clean, special rental offer if sign 2-yr lease. Call 905-261- 9447. BUSINESS OFFICE SUITES for lease (1-year+), furnished and unfurnished, starting at $200 per month. Great for start-ups or es- tablished enterprises. Boardroom and kitchen facilities available. Profit Centre for Business, Port Perry 905-985-0712, x227 A PARTNER is required for GOOGLE and YOU TUBE video productions. Professional training & equipment provided. Moderate investment. Call Rob 416-736- 3454 WELL ESTABLISHED,Profitable temporary sign business. Grow- ing sales, & part of growing inter- national franchise. Large custom- er base, Easy to operate, huge potential. Call Magnetsigns for in- formation 1-800-219-8977, ext 2 or visit www.magnetsigns.com bus. services/ personals $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.4 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986. 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, Mortgage Lead- ers !!AWESOME!! LUXURY CONDO 2-BEDROOM, 2-bath, Bond/Sim- coe. Large balcony, no pets/smoking. Dark laminate floors, 5-stainless steel applianc- es, granite countertops, parking. $1,050/month, plus utilities. (416)324-1010. 1 & 2-BEDROOM apartments in Oshawa, Ritson/Adelaide area. Available July/August/September 1st. Appliances, parking, first/last. Call 1-800-717-2249. 1 2 & 3 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa. Starting from $450/mo plus heat/hydro. Avail. June/July First/last, references. Quebec St. and Simcoe N., $520/mo. Ste- phen 905-259-5796, 905-576- 8699. 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. Pickering (Whites/Strouds). Sep- arate entrance, washer/dryer, parking. $850/utilities & cable. June 1st. No pets/smoking. 905- 839-0196. 1-BDRM APT OSHAWA, very quiet, suits 1-person, parking, $650 all inclusive, available now. Leave message (905)434-7012. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa. Large 3-bedroom town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $875.00 per month plus utilities. Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. OSHAWA, Harmony/Bloor. Very nice & clean 1 bedroom apart- ment in quiet building. $675 plus hydro. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. (905)424-4518 (905)576-2523. 2 BEDROOM NORTH OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Russett. Hardwood floors, well-maintained 12plex, newly renovated, near bus/shop- ping. New appliances, cable/heat/water/parking includ- ed. Laundry, No dogs. 905-576- 2982. bus. services/ personals 2-BEDROOM APT, $750+ hydro. Available, no dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Mary 905-721- 9817 2-BEDROOM newly renovated in clean, 5-unit adult building, near Oshawa Centre. $790 plus hydro. 905-438-9467. 2-BEDROOM,upper level of house, 401/Harmony area, on de- sirable court. Large lot, parking, fridge, stove, new carpeting. No pets/smoking. $900/month inclu- sive, first/last. (905)242-9370. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1019/mo. Available June 1st 3-bedroom $1125/mo. Plus parking. Available June/July 1st. 905-683- 8571. ALEXANDRA PARK,OSHAWA Large 1-bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laun- dry, intercom. Parkview. Near Hospital. No pets. (905)579-9439. ATTRACTIVE PICKERING Brock/Major Oaks, 2-bdrm bright bsmt apt, separate entrance and laundry, parking, a/c, new carpet/paint, $950/mo utilities included. Call 905-686-5674 leave message. BAYLY/LIVERPOOL,bachelor and spacious 1-bedroom apt. Walking distance to lake, parking, laundry, private entrance. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. References re- quired. (905)839-1916 BOWMANVILLE 2 BEDROOM condos available immediately From $1050/mo. inclusive. 5 Ap- pliances. Rent to own. Call Jen- nise (905)697-8261 BOWMANVILLE DOWNTOWN spacious 1-bedroom, $690/mo (includes heat), first/last required, parking included, available June 1st/July 1st, (905)987-2017. COURTICE, LARGE 2-bedroom basement apt., 4 appliances, 2 car parking, shows well. Available July 1st. No dogs. $900/month. Call Cindy, leave message (905)432-3222 GUILDWOOD AREA. One bed- room basement apartment, sep- arate entrance. Close to TTC/ GO, parking, utilities, cable in- cluded. $750. Call 416-282- 0862; 416-294-3108 JULY 1ST, OLDE Whitby. Love- ly, upper unit, three bedroom raised bungalow AND SPA- CIOUS, two bedroom LEGAL lower unit. Excellent neighbour- hood. References, first/last. Heat/hydro included. 1-506-216- 0353. KINGSTON ROAD/WESTNEY, Ajax, luxurious 2-bedroom apart- ment, laundry, non-smoking, no pets, parking, spa bathroom, large backyard, days (905)427- 8082, evenings (905)439-4987. LARGE 2-BEDROOM basement apt in raised bungalow, Oshawa. Large windows, includes dish- washer, laundry, utilities, A Must See! No smoker/pets, first/last. $1,000. Darryl (905)447-5502 LARGE BRIGHT 1-bedroom basement apartment in Whitby. Separate entrance, shared laun- dry, parking. $800/month, first/last. Immediate occupancy. No smoking/pets. Call Donna (905)753-2121 or (905)439-1954 MARY/BOND, OSHAWA clean one and two bedroom apart- ments, new bathrooms and kitch- ens, non-smoking, no pets, available immediately, days (905)427-8082, evenings (905)439-4987. NORTH OSHAWA,newly reno- vated 1-bedroom $760 & 2-bed- room $820. Nice units. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 905-435-0703 or 416-902-1174. ONE BEDROOM APTS. available August 1st. Park and Adelaide, clean & bright, $705. Central location, $645/month First and last. 905-725-8350 or (905)242-8487. OSHAWA near GM. quiet court, newly renovated 1-bdrm base- ment. Satellite TV, use of yard, $650/mo.-inclusive, no smok- ers/pets. Avail immediately. (905)723-9319 or 905-424-1590 ONE BEDROOM basement apt. in North Oshawa w/sep entrance, shared laundry, one parking space. Walk to shopping & tran- sit. Available July 1st. Asking $700/mth. Call Karen 416-569- 7357 OSHAWA -1 & 2 bdrm. avail. Located 350 Malaga. June 1 or July 1. $740/mo. & $840/mo. all inclusive. No pets. Please call 905-242-4478 or 905-435-0383. OSHAWA NORTH,gorgeous 1- bedroom main floor of SENIOR- LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1000/month, all inclusive, Immediately. (905)723- 7291. OSHAWA, 2-bdrm lower level of duplex, laundry facilities, parking, $800/month+ heat & hydro. First/last. Available July 1st. No pets. Call (905)433-7970. OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE, lowrise building. 2-bdrm apt, $790/mo+hydro, available June. Appliances, laundry facilities and 1-parking included. Call 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA, Bright, clean. Newly painted 2nd floor, one bedroom apartment. Fridge, stove, utilities, cable and parking. $825 inclu- sive. Wilson and Olive. Call (905)986-4889. OSHAWA,Harmony & King, 1 bedroom apt for rent. Available immediately. Near park. $750/mo all inclusive. First/lst required. No pets/smoking (905)243-0994 OSHAWA,John/Park. Lowrise bldg. 1 & 2-bdrms. Heat, water, 1-parking, on-site laundry includ- ed. Avail. July. Call Toni (905)436-6042 OSHAWA,Newly Renovated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA: LARGE, CLEAN 2-bdrm apt available July 1st. Parking and utilities included. No pets. $825/mo, first/last. Call Rick at (905)767-8418. PICKERING (Altona Rd/Shep- pard), 1-bedroom basement available immediately, modern, sep. entrance, fireplace, 4-pc bath, jacuzzi tub, parking, Satel- lite TV, laundry. No smoking/pets, $650/month +Hydro, 905-509- 5548. PICKERING - Brand new 2 bdrm. bsmnt. Separate entrance, ]park- ing, full bath/kitchen, laundry, No smoking/pets. Beside Pickering Rec. Centre. $775/mo. inclusive. First/last. Immediate. 905-837- 6745 or 647-308-6745. PICKERING ALTONA/Sheppard. 1-bedroom basement apartment, private entrance, laundry, park- ing, immaculate. Suitable for quiet person, non-smoker, no pets. $825/month. (416)258-9804 PICKERING large 1-bedroom basement apt, plus extra room, large kitchen, private entrance parking, laundry, $875 inclusive, no smoking/pets. Call 905-686- 6259. PICKERING, ALTONA/SHEP- PARD,Furnished 1 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, all inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. $800/month. Call 905- 492-0610 PICKERING, BASEMENT apart- ment, 1-bedroom, separate en- trance, washer/dryer, gas fire- place, PETS WELCOME. Available July 1st. $750 inclusive. No Smoking. 416-804-1700. PICKERING, LARGE 2-bedroom basement, very quiet home, new- ly renovated, no smoking. Available July 1st. $900/month, inclusive. (416)577-6707. PORT PERRY, Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. in well-kept, quiet 3-storey apt building. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-985-6032 or 905-430-7816. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet 2-bedrooms $835. Avail. immediately/June 1st. Laun- dry/parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports are- na/shopping. 1-800-693-2778 QUIET, 2 bdrm. adult apartment in century home in Little Britain. Walk to all amenities. Suitable for single professional or profession- al couple. $700/mo. + 1/2 utilities. First/last. Available June 15th. Call 705-786-7094, REGENCY PLACE Apartments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & ad- ditional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430- 7397 www.realstar.ca SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA,near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. 1-bedroom, $789, 2-bedroom, $879, first/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, private patios & bal- conies. 2 Testa Rd. (Reach St. & Testa Rd) 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM APART- MENTS in modern building, downtown Whitby, fridge, stove, $964 inclusive, plus parking. Move in June & July. Accepting applications for our one and three bedroom units. Call (905) 430- 6511. WHITBY (HWY 2/GARDEN), legal basement apt. large 1-bdrm, clean, bright, no smoking/pets, first/last, avail July 1st, $675/mo plus hydro, Call (905)767-4749. WHITBY (TAUNTON/GARDEN) 2-bdrm apt. Separate entrance. Parking included. $1000/mo all inclusive. Working individual pre- ferred. No smoking/pets. First /last. Call 905-725-8837. WHITBY - JEFFERY/HWY. #2 - Large bright 1-bedroom+den bsmt. Own entrance, parking, laundry a/c. Near amenities. No pets/smoking $875/mo. inclu- sive. July 1st. 905-668-2362 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM main floor bungalow, laundry, gas heat, a/c. Eat-in kitchen, $950/month + utilities. Available immeidately. Call (905)213-4910. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY SOUTH:Spacious 1&2 bedrooms starting $750- $900/month. Laundry, first/last, mins to GO. Avail. June 1/July. No dogs. Daytime viewings only Mon-Fri, references. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY, BACHELOR and 2 bedrooms from $749 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 or view at comptronica.com WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1-bdrm apt, all hardwood floors, large windows, all utilities included, $800/mo, first/last, references. No pets. Call (905)430-8327. WHITBY,MARY/PINE ST.2- bedroom second floor, 2 -parking, private yard, no dogs, $950/mo inclusive. Avail. July 1st. Call (905)668-7469 WHITBY-Large quiet 1-bdrm, 10ft ceilings, huge windows, new kitchen, fresh paint, new carpet, bath, fireplace, parking, near GO/amenities. No smoking/pets. (416)498-4770, (416)577-8963. COURTICE,emaculate, very large 1-bdrm, eat-in kitchen, cathedral ceiling, skylights, fire- place, a/c, 5-appliances, tennis, storage, parking, July 1st, $1050, Blair 416-606-7730. NEW OSHAWA CONDO!1- bdrm+den, hardwood floors, 1-1/2 baths, walk-in closet, roof top hot tub, gym, sauna, heated under- ground parking, $1100/mo. Avail. immediately (905)431-3349 PICKERING 1-BEDROOM +den luxury condo. Parking, security, cable included. Close to shop- ping, recreation center, GO, 401. Available August 1st. $1400. 905-626-5060. THE BREAKERS Luxury Ajax Condo Short or Long Term, 1 + 1 bdrms, indoor pool, sauna, Gym, Terrace, spectacular lake view. 24-hr security, Garage, no pets. July 1 $1375 + hydro or $1400 inclusive (905) 239-0390 (905) 800-0545 $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN -WHY RENT? $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclu- sive plus utilities. 3-bedroom cen- tral air, private yard, shows beau- tifully. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Cold- well Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sym- patico.ca $695/MONTH $0 DOWN (oac). Why rent when you can own any house from $695/month, zero down up to $2,000 credit. Require family income from $35,000/yr. and good established credit. I'll qualify you on the phone. Why rent; call Bill Roka, Sales Rep Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1- 888-732-1600. wroka@trebnet.com Nobody sells more homes than Remax. 1-BDRM, ALSO 4-BDRM, Oshawa, new home, Harmo- ny/Taunton. Walkout bsmt to green space. Parking/laun- dry/garage. Near all amenities. No pets/smoking. Available immed. 1-877-687-7253 before 5pm, 416-562-2542 after. 2-BEDROOM,Trulls Rd, N of Hwy #2, S of Pebblestone Rd, huge lot, gas heating, partly fin- ished basement, $1,100/month, plus. (905)479-0008. 4+ BEDROOMS,2.5 storey house, detached, Ritson/Athol area, 2-bathrooms, garage, fin- ished basement, 4-appliances, C/A. $1,350/month plus. First/last. Avail. July 1st. (289)240-1258. 97 SCEPTER PLACE WHITBY, new detached 2-storey, 3-bdrm, 2-1/2 baths, garage, appliances included. No pets/smoking. Avail. Aug 1st. First/last, credit/work references. $1300/mo+utilities. 905-471-6190, 416-918-0044. OSHAWA 3-BDRM main level of house, fenced yard, parking, laundry, shed, good neighbour- hood. 275 Nipigeon. $1050/mo utilities included. OPEN HOUSE Sunday June 8/08, 1-3pm, 905-434-5920. OSHAWA, SPACIOUS second floor & loft, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath- rooms, parking, $1200/inclusive. Available July 1st. Call Jake (416)627-1199 OSHAWA: 214/216 Centre St. S., 1-bdrm $750, 2-bdrm $850, & 3-bdrm $1250, all plus hydro. Parking included. Available immediately. First/last. Call 416-284-9659. PICKERING BUGALOW main floor 3-bdrm, living/dining, kitch- en, full bathroom, basement, sep- arate entrance. 2-bdrm, living, full bath, parking, central a/c, all $1475+, now. (905)239-1122. PICKERING, BROCK/MAJOR Oaks, 3 bedroom house, freshly painted, clean, 5 appliances, a/c, double driveway. Balcony off din- ing room. Front patio. Amenities. Available immediately. $1300/month. 905-686-6684, 416-712-4059. WHITBY,4 bedroom house, Rossland/Thickson area. Close to school and shopping. Available August 1st. $1,500/month, plus utilities. Call Shane, (905)839-2929. 3-BEDROOM,great condition. Central Oshawa, appliances, rec- room, $1300/month all inclusive, first/last, available July 1st. Call Martin or Regny (905)728-1420. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca NORTHEAST OSHAWA, 1-1/2 baths, 3-bdrms, den, garage washer/dryer, freezer fridge/stove, c/air, walkout to large raised fenced deck off din- ingroom. Accessible fenced-in pool. Avail July 1. No smok- ing/pets (416)924-0385 PICKERING TOWNHOUSE 4 appliances 3-bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, pool, parking, walk to mall, schools, GO. Avail. July 15. $1200 + utilities, first/last. 905- 839-5770 905-409-8946 TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca AJAX - HARWOOD/HWY 2 Furnished room in quiet home. Laundry, cable, phone. Close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. $400/mo. First/last. Avail. July 1st. 416-893-0140. AJAX NORTH ROOM in luxury home, use of kitchen, suitable to working individual, $400/month, includes utilities. First/last re- quired. Available immediately. 905-686-1168. FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT downtown Oshawa. Kitchen facilities. $400-$500/mo. Utilities incl. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call Steven 905- 426-0916. IMMACULATE SPACIOUS fur- nished room, separate entrance, well kept quiet home, South Pick- ering. Includes: bathroom, light kitchen facilities, satellite TV, utilities. No pets/smokers. $125/week, (905)839-3566. OSHAWA, ROOM for rent, 614 Mary St., N. $500/month, all in- clusive, with wireless internet. Available now. Call for more de- tails (905)723-9046. ADD YOUR COUPON TO OUR YARD SALE KITS We are offering an opportunity for your business to include a coupon in these kits which will be offered free of charge to customers purchasing a yard sale ad. We will be able to distribute your coupon to Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Whitby, Oshawa, Claring- ton, Northumberland and Brighton. 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Let Perfect Maid take care of your housekeeping & organization needs. We do not cut corners. **Available Saturdays** FULLY BONDED Call 905-686-5424 Perfect Maid and Carpet Cleaning. A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, June 04, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager Uxbridge Times-Journal 16 Bascom St., Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1J3 Will be received until 5p.m. Friday, June 6, 2008. Contract commencing July 1, 2008 or sooner if necessary. Work consists of dropping of papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop locations in Uxbridge and surrounding area. Delivery to be completed within 3 hours after receiving final product. Information packages available at: 16 Bascom St. Ask for Bid #2 Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the estate of Orville Henry Leoppky, Pensioner, Deceased, All persons having claims as creditors against the estate of the above mentioned, late of the Town of Ajax, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, who died at the said Town of Ajax, on October 10, 2007, are required to file proof of same with the under- signed on or before July 29, 2008. After that date the Public Guardian and Trus- tee will proceed to distribute the estate, hav- ing regard only to the claims of which she then shall have had notice. Anyone having knowledge of a Will or next- of-kin of the above mentioned is also re- quested to contact the undersigned. DATED at Toronto on May 27, 2008. PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE, ESTATE TRUSTEE 595 BAY STREET, SUITE 800 TORONTO, ONTARIO M5G 2M6 File: 816891-012 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF DERRICK LLOYD WHITE, DECEASED All claims against the Estate of DER- RICK LLOYD WHITE, late of the City of Pickering, in the Province of Ontario, de- ceased, who died on or about the 3rd day of May, 2003, must be filed with the un- dersigned personal representative on or before June 30th, 2008, thereafter the un- dersigned will distribute the assets of said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated at Pickering, Ontario, this 20th day of May, 2008 RICHARD WHITE 12 Thomas Street West Napanee, ON K7R 2G7 VON DURHAM REGION will hold its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday June 17, 2008 - 6:00 PM 50 Richmond St. E., Suite 116 Oshawa ON. L1G 7C7 Do You Need A Vehicle? Do You Have Credit Problems All you need is: *Valid Driver License *Insurable *Permanent employment *Self-Employed OK Call the Credit Magicians $200 gas card with purchase Greenwood Leasing & Finance Limited, 30 Harwood Ave. Ajax, On. At 905-427-2085 Congratulations to the Winners of the Brooklin Spring Fair Contest Please call 905 -579-4400 extension: 2334 on Wed. June 4th or Thurs. June 5th to pick up your tickets. YouYou Have Have WON!WON! 6. Shirley AGE: 65 Location : Oshawa 7. Brandon Newfi eld AGE: 12 Location : Whitby 8. Heather Mueller AGE: 58 Location : Bowmanville 9. Michelle Sheard AGE: 10 Location : Newtonville 10. Carolyn Wilman AGE: 41 Location: Oshawa 1. Ann White AGE:76 Location : Oshawa 2. Amy Wright AGE:30 Location : Whitby 3. Sally Reid AGE:32 Location : Whitby 4. Robyn Wiggans AGE:48 Location : Bowmanville 5. C. Defi lippis AGE:42 Location : Oshawa PICKERING (Brock/Hwy#2) room for rent, parking, all amenities. $500. Available now. No smoking/pets Female preferred Call 905-428-3192 2 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE in a 3 bedroom home. Westney/Hwy.#2. No pets/smok- ing. Central air. 4 appliances. Separate bathrooms. Close amenities. Single working person or student preferred. $700. Available now. 905-683-9480. BROOKLIN: 1-BDRM & sitting room w/private bath. Share kitch- en/laundry. Use of all amenities. Relaxed professional atmos- phere. $700/mo all inclusive. First/last. Available immediately. 905-409-2266. OSHAWA, 3-BDRM house to share on quiet court. 2 min. from 401. No smoking/pets. $550/mo plus 1/3 utilities. Call (905)720- 3290 OSHAWA, 4 bedroom townhouse to share. Clean, safe, central lo- cation. Laundry facilities, cable and parking. Internet available. $400/$425 plus hydro. Prefer working person. Avail. immediate- ly. (905)429-0038 SHARE LARGE luxury lakefront home, over 5,000 sq.ft. sunset view over Port Perry. A true resort lifestyle. 5 private decks, bonfire pit, pool-table, 905-985- 4202 or cell 416-726-7994. SIMCOE/BLOOR,share home with 1 person owner, partly fur- nished. $450/month. Available immediately. Viewing (416)598- 0262. COZY 3-BDRM cottage for rent including paddle boat, BBQ, fire- pit. Cedar Cove Resort, lakefront cottages on Rice Lake. $750 weekly. $275 weekends. (289)240-3329 HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS,3- bedroom cottage, fully equipped, barbecue, satellite TV, sand beach, large level lot, pets wel- come, boat launch, good fishing, canoe & paddleboat included. (705)454-8298 1989 WINNEBAGO Motorhome. Great condition, Sleeps 8, stove/fridge, bathroom/shower, TV antenna, A/C, back-up came- ra. 87,000 miles. E-tested/certi- fied til June 20th. Asking $15,000. (905)723-1724, (905)723-1783. 2005 35FT MONTANA 5th Wheel, 3-slides w/motorcycle car- rier + GM Diesel Truck. $55,000/both or will sell separate- ly. (705)793-9450 1985 BONAIR Tent Trailer, sleeps 6, 3 way fridge, 3 burner stove, new canvas. Good condi- tion. $2500. Call (905)721-9307 1988 31-FT. TERRY PARK TRAILER, clean, currently in park 1-hr N of Oshawa, Buckhorn Lake, asking $5500, (905)434- 6468. 1998-24FT. PROWLER LITE TRAVEL TRAILER. EXCELLENT CONDITION, Sleeps 7-queen size bed, 2 bunk beds in back,1 overhead combo bunk, dinette converts to bed. A/C, microwave, awning, 2- 30lb propane tanks. Includes all water, electric, sewer accessories, wheel and A/C cov- ers, and all hitching equipment. Plus many extras. Call Ce- sar@905-579-3437 2005 CARRIAGE - cameo 5th wheel, immaculate 3 slide outs, rear living 2 swivel leather chairs and footstools. Sony t.v. home theater, call (905)571-0051. $39,750 obo. 2005 Hi-Line 32', front kitchen, slide-out, patio door, bay win- dows, rear bdrm, 4-pc bath, awn- ing, deck shed incl. Asking $22,000 Call 705-696-2107 2005 JAYCO 1007 tent trailer ($7,000). Heated Mattresses, 3-Way Fridge, Awning, Screen- room, Jayco RVQ-BBQ, Fur- nace, hot water, sleeps 6-8. For information contact Jamie at kjtrainor@sympatico.ca. 2007 WRANGLER 30foot with tipout, queen size bed, full-piece bathroom, a/c, microwave, awn- ing. Bought June 2007. Must sell, sickness in family. $20,500 o.b.o Call 905-721-8232 or 905-263- 8081. FOR SALE – Small enclosed utility trailer size 55”x 43”, very light. Good for camping. Price $450. Call 416-281-6641, 9am - 9 pm. Pickering/Scarborough bor- der. SUMMER NOW!Trailer for Sale $25,000. On pristine lake, electric motors only. 2002 33 ft. Mallard on large waterfront site in quiet private park. Large tipout, A/C, propane furnace. Sleeps 9. Full length deck, extensive docking, etc., everything included. Call to View 905-436-1823 or 905-924- 4022 1980 MFG.19 ft. Bowrider boat, reliable 3.8 V-6, outdrive redone last summer, complete with heavy duty trailer, a well made, solid and stable boat. Asking $3,999. Call (905)259-9846. 1995 SEA-DOO JET BOAT, twin Rotax Speedster Model. Trailer, cover, great shape, $5,000. Call 905-449-9839 (Port Perry). FOUND: CAT, Fri. evening May 2nd, Rosebank/Finch area. (905)839-2140 GUYENESE MALE 6' 185lbs. single, good-looking, honest, sin- cere, social drinker, non-smoker, own condo, financial secure. Seeks female 45-55. Enjoys trav- elling, dancing, golf, snorkeling. (905)426-6186 SINGLE MALE, seeks single female between 45-60 for companionship. Enjoys dancing, theater, movies and dining. Call (905)723-0587 and leave message. HOME DAYCARE AVAILABLE, Ajax. PT/FT for children 6m-6yrs. Daily indoor and out- door activities. Healthy/nutri- tious meals. Individually planned activities. ECE with international experience. Nori- na, 905-683-2749, merry.tots@yahoo.com QUALITY DAYCARE Westney & Delaney, excellent rates, now is the time to look for a good care- giver. All ages, full or part-time, days or Sat., homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, refer- ences. (905)686-8719 LIVE-OUT NANNY/HOUSE- KEEPER needed for 2-children, 4-days per week, in Pickering home. Must drive. Please call days, Mon-Thurs. (905)436-0454, evenings/weekends (905)509- 1311 PIANO STUDENTS now being accepted for Summer and Fall openings, Call Joani at 905-686- 8351. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, carpets installed from .99 sq. ft. Textured Berber installed from $1.44 sq. ft. Hard- woods installed from $4.99 sq. ft. 12.3 mm laminates installed from $2.69 sq. ft. 20 years experience, certified installer. Always free es- timates. Saillian Carpets. 1-800- 578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905- 373-2260. ALL NATURAL BEEF, no chemi- cals, government inspected, cus- tom cut, sides $2.09/lb, halfsides 115lbs, $250. Cattle fed my own alfalfa, cornsilage, barley. 50lbs, lean hamburger, $110. Orono. (905)983-9471. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 BLACK WALNUT trees for har- vest. Best offer. Call (905)427- 1624. CARPET SPECIALS, laminate, hardwood flooring, tiles, crown moulding & professional painting. Carpet 30-sq. yd. from $329. in- cludes pad & installation. Carpet repairs, Free estimates. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL flooring. 1 or more rooms, I do it all! Carpets starting from $1.20- sq.-ft. installed. Laminate 15mm $2.20-sq-ft. Installation avail. Residential, commercial. Satis- faction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Hol- land Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, North- umberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 DINING ROOM SUITE like new, buffet hutch table, 4 sides, 2 arms, cappuccino finish, $2500, cost much more (job transfer, moving) 905-576-3838. DINING ROOM SUITE, wooden table, 6-high-back velvet (dk.brown) chairs, 3-matching top glass displays w/cupboards. Excellent condition. Will sell sep- arately. $900o.b.o. MUST SELL! 905-728-8024 after 12noon. DRUM SET.5-pc Pearl Fourm drum set. Complete: seat, hard- ware, cymbals, etc. $650. 905- 435-9952 DRYER, $100.Stair Master $150. 4-Piece Dining Room Set $300. Canoe, $600. All items in excel- lent condition. (905)579-6697 or (905)242-1967. GOALIE EQUIPMENT - Good condition. Sizes from Atom to Bantam. Pads, gloves, skates, body armor. Call early for best selection. 905-434-5686 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- ers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guar- anteed. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB, DELUXE cabinet, 220 amp, high efficiency, low mainte- nance,therapy jets, $2995, 905- 409-5285. HOT TUBS/SPA, 2008 new in wrap, fully loaded. Cost $8900, sacrifice $3900. Call (905)213- 4669 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4300 sacrifice $1395. (905)213-4669 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PROFESSIONAL HARDWOOD billiard tables, 9ftx4-1/2ft table, $1500 each; ATM machine $2000. Best offers accepted. Call Rachel 905-550-3111. RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLIANC- ES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also re- conditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt. size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appli- ances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 TWO MOTORIZED SCOOTERS. Invacare Zoom 400, $2,700. CMT Mobility Scooter, Nex Ride, $750. Call (905)683-7270. WINE EQUIPMENT, primary pale, Ford Glass car boys, filter, capper, corker, bottles, misc. items. $175. 905-839-4115. CRAFTER'S WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Cara #2212 Family Health & Lifestyle Show Bowmanville VENDORS WANTED Book early, limited space Oct 4th & 5th Call Devon at 905-579-4400 ext #2236 VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Devon #2236 Wendy #2215 VENDORS WANTED Garage/Yard Sale Busy Highway 28 Location Inside or Outside Saturday & Sunday Call 905-376-3847 3 GOLDEN RETRIEVER pup- pies, home raised, vet checked, first shots and dewormed, awe- some temperament, both parents here. Please call 905-352-2753. 7 BEAUTIFUL golden Retriever puppies, house raised, vet checked, first shots, dewormed, parents on site, $500. 705-924- 3127. AUSTRALIAN BLUE Heelers, family raised, $400. 905-349- 2208. PUG PUPPIES, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home raised. Beautiful fawns. Vet checked, first shots. (705)454-3105. BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN retriever puppies. Experienced breeder since 1967. First shots, de- wormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guar- antee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303 CKC REGISTERED Labrador Retriever puppies, chocolate and yellow, 2 year health warranty, vet checked, first shots, family raised, ready mid June. 613-392- 7374 Trenton GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. CKC registered. Born May 28. Both parents OVC cert. Males & females. $950 Shots, wormed & health exam. Call 905-985-3336. GORGEOUS PUPPIES, Golden- doodles (F1B) creams & blacks, non shed and & Labradoodles (F1) moderate shed. Terrific re- triever nature. 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com MALTESE PUPPIES for sale, purebred toy, 8-weeks old, $950/each, o.b.o. (905)655-2436. PUREBRED ADORABLE GOLDEN Retriever puppies, ready to go, both parents on site, vet checked, dewormed, first shots, $500. 905-342-2095. 1955 DODGE pane, 440 auto, out of 1972 Charger, no rust, $5,500 OBO. 1994 Ford 16' cube van, 7.1 LT diesel, new tires, $2,500 OBO. 1938 Dodge 2 door, from Texas, 95% rust free, rod or restore, $6,500 OBO, these cars are getting hard to find. 905-372-1193. 1984 NISSAN 300 ZX Turbo 5-spd. 50th anniversary edition. Production #85. Loaded, excel- lent condition $5900. (905)446- 0330 1995 BONNEVILLE, loaded, looks good, runs great. 218, 000 km. $3000. 905-837-0625. 1996 CHEVY LUMINA fully load- ed, 4-door, burgundy w-gray in- terior. All power, AM/FM CD, air, certified & e-tested. Non-smoker car. 139K. $2750. (905)492-0796 1996 TOYOTA COROLLA, 211,000km. Good running order. Good shape. Cruise control. 4 door. 5-speed. Light green/grey interior, very clean. $1500, as is. 905-420-9714. 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, Good condition. Nice and clean interi- or. Like new. Dark Green. Runs well. New tires. Certified with emission. $1000 or b/o. 905- 999-9371. 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, WELL-MAINTAINED! Green, runs excellent, high mileage, ap- prox. 323484. Must sell, owner is moving. $1500 . 905-999- 9371, call after 6p. 1999 ACURA 3.2 TL $4999; 1999 Concord 140K $3999; 2001 GrandAm $3699; 2001 Hyundai Sonata $3499; 2001 PT Cruiser $4499 others from $1999 certi- fied/e-tested free 6-month war- ranty. Kelly and Sons since 1976 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2000 HYUNDAI ACCENT GSI, silver, only $50 to fill, travels 650 km per tank. Manual trans, new tires. Safety & e-tested. Call 905-728-9258. 2000 PONTIAC SUNFIRE auto- matic , as is. 905 697 9462 2004 SUNFIRE copper 4-dr load- ed 111k $6499; 2003 TAURUS wagon loaded sunroof 199k $3999; 2001 SUZUKI Grand Vatara 7-passenger 4x4 loaded sunroof 115k $8999; 2000 SAT- URN wagon 130k loaded $4800; 2001 NEON 99k 4-dr $4200; 2001 HYUNDAI Alantra loaded 109k $4499; 2000 Chev VEN- TURE extended 169k loaded $3999; Certified/e-tested. Fine- Line Auto. 905-922-2010; 416- 841-1487 2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX, Certified, 43000 kms, silver int/ext, Auto 3.4 SFI V6 FWD, ex- tra side Airbags, $17,000. Whitby Call evenings 905-430-0324 2005 CHEV EQUINOX,fully load- ed, leather heated seats, power everything, sunroof, AWD. Trail- ing package, 50kms, Warranty Feb 2010. $18,999 O.B.O. (905)432-5284. 2005 SATURN ION.Looks & runs like new. 4 door, red, auto- matic transmission, certified $9,800. 905-261-4397 CLASSIC 1989 CADILLAC Se- dan De Ville, Cherry red. Best looking Cadillac in Oshawa. 135,000kms, $10,000 Best Offer, Driven regularly. 905*723-7757 Collectors only. NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1- 866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Has the best cash deal for your good scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $ $250+ 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 $150-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)893-1594 1-866-256-2883 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 WANTED: INEXPENSIVE car or truck. Clean, not too rusty, run- ning or not running is ok. Call Mark 905-434-0392 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan ES White, all power, 3.8 motor, can be certified. Excellent condition inside and out. No rust, as is $1500-obo. Phone (905)728- 9834 2008 CADILLAC SRX, awd, brand new, only 50kms (won in lottery), loaded, seating package, etc. Save thousands, no gst/no freight charge/no air tax/only pst. Asking $43,498. 905-655-1304. 2006 GSX-R TRACK Bike 600cc Great condition, low kms. In- cludes Full Hindle Race Exhaust, Ohlins Steering Dampner, Ohlins Rear Suspension, Armor Bodies Plastics, Clutch and Stator Cover, Vortex Clip ons and Rearsets, Race Tech Front End and Inter- als, Power Commander, Braided Lines and Race Pads, $7500.00 Call or e-mail Scott at 905-431- 2657 or scottydownie@yahoo.ca 'CHERRY' Blonde bombshell 25 yrs 'KANDY & SUGA' Black Beauties 23 years 'CINNAMON' Italian Redhead 34 yrs. GFE 416-841-2602 289-688-1219 In-calls-Independent-Greek 2gether or Alone www.kandylane.org Well-Endowed Blonde Green-eyed beauty SHAYNA Discreet & Independent 8a.m -6 p.m. 905-441-1661 A SUNSHINE MASSAGE Available for gents, 24 hrs. Discreet Sensual VIP Service 647-218-9891 Asian Girls Hot, Sexy, Busty Best Service 24/7 Out Calls Only 289-634-1234 416-833-3123 BLONDE BEAUTY Hour Glass Figure Pretty & Sexy 905-550-0428 8 am - 9 pm ERICA Sensual, Blue-Eyed Brunette Escape & relax with me Hours: 8am-7pm 905-242-0498 N E W CARAMEL BEAUTY Pretty Hot & Tempting Also available Role-play & Fetish desires Call Destiny anytime 905-922-0558 AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, June 04, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remem- ber to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. ☎☎☎☎☎ Fax NEWS ADVERTISER 905-579-4218 TWO DAY -LIQUIDATION AUCTION SALE OVER 1000 LOTS MUST BE SOLD - CONTAINER LOADS OF *NEW FURNITURE* MASTER BEDROOM * LIVING ROOM* DINING * *KITCHEN* HOME THEATRE SETS * BOX & MATTRESS SETS* *MODEL HOME & DESIGNERS CHOICE DÉCOR* ART* ACCENTS "D" COLOR - INTERNALY FLAWLESS DIAMOND (1.00CT) ROLEX WATCH * 2-CT DIAMOND STUDS *LOOSE GEMSTONES* PUBLIC AUCTION Friday Eve. June 06 at 7: pm (Preview at 5: pm) Saturday June 07 at 11: am Preview (10: am) THE AUCTION DEPOT (Former Kahn Auction Barn) 2699 Brock Rd. North, Pickering (South of Taunton Rd.) Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, debit, Buyers Premium in effect, Delivery available, as per posted & an- nounced at sale. Early registration available one hour prior to sale time. Limited seating, arrive early. Additions & Deletions, List may change without notice. Dealers must present license & permit to regis- ter, If you have something to sell or you may want to consign a quality estate or collection, email listings to info@theauctiondepot.ca. www.auctioneer.ca -contact us: email-info@theauctiondepot.ca Waddington's Super Sale June 8th & 9th Sunday: Preview 10:00 AM Auction 11:00 AM Selling: glass, china, silver, books, jewellery, art & collector's items Monday: Preview 4:00 PM Auction 5:00 PM Selling: furniture, decorative items, art & household items. Sunday @ 11:00 AM Selling a Large Collection of Cork Screws Numerous Signed Oils, Watercolours & Prints, Dinner Services, Crown Derby, Royal Doulton Figures, Sterling Silver & Silver Plate Items, Large Collection of Early English & Continental Porcelain, Crystal & Stemware, Antique & Cos- tume Jewellery & Collector's Items & Books. Large sale of furniture to include: Mahogany Dining Room Suite, Pair of Gilt Display Cabi- nets, Gilt & Marble Table, Victorian Bedroom Furniture, Small Tables & Side Chairs, Wing Chairs, Leather Sofas, Upholstered Furniture, Oak Roll Top Desk, Pine Furniture, Light Fix- tures, Oriental Carpets, Decorative Accessories & Maple Furniture. This is a partial listing, please watch web site for updates. Indoor Yard Sale Sunday @ 10:00 AM & Monday @ 4:00 PM For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Terms: Cash,Visa, MC, Debit, Cheque with I.D. Lunch Counter 101 Applewood Drive, Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 Phone 1-613-475-6223 EXCEPTIONAL AUCTION Sat. June 7th, 10:00 a.m. WARNERS AUCTION HALL, 12927 Cty. Road 2, West of Colborne. For Mrs. Irene Neddo of Cobourg, unfortunately at the age of 93, Mrs. Neddo has had to go to a nursing home - Everything to be sold including her 1998 Camaro she bought new and only put 50,000kms on it, fully loaded, T-bar roof included, p.s., p.b., power seats & win- dows, air, cruise, etc., always stored inside, tires are still excell con- dition, excell walnut china cabinet with original tag, her Samick apt. size piano that looks like it just came out of shop, ice cream type ta- ble & chair set with maple leaf design on metal frame, signed sol. walnut cedar chest in excell condition, Victorian ladies chairs, Victo- rian folding rocker, 2 nearly new single beds, dressers & chests, ex- ceptional ant. side by side has been refinished at one time, also ex- cell ant sol walnut Gibbard tea wagon with original glass tray top, selection of some very nice lamps, Martha Washing sol walnut sew- ing stand, Cranberry pcs., excellent silver pcs., signed oil paintings, nice crystal pcs., jewellery including Suwarski crystal bracelet, sap- phire & diamond set, 12 emerald sets in 18K gold, gold & diamond eternity ring, 2 puzzle rings, plus more, signed Vince Carter picture, other sports picture & books, Royal Doultons, Melissa, My Love, Ba- by, Andrea, Sissie, Summer Rose, Fair Lady, 8 Beswic Beatrix Pot- ter figures, 4 Royal Doulton plates, Harry Potter pcs., sets of Beanie babies, good selection pictures, large quant. CDs most still in pack- ages never opened, plus a large quantity of boxes packed before we got there - everything to sell! Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E. Warner - Auctioneer - 905-355-2106 CAGA - Certified Appraiser www.warnersauction.com WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for an Uxbridge home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:9 pc pine dining room suite, tan leather ches- terfield and loveseat, 51" RCA Scenium HDTV, pine jam cupboard, flatback bottom, pine cupboard, brass bed, sewing machine, pine postmaster's desk, maple dresser, several antique clocks, candlestick telephone, oak tele- phone, Royal Doulton Toby mugs, large quantity of crystal, Royal Doulton pieces, Maurice Richard framed signed jer- sey, Vince Carter signed jersey, Gretzky and Forsberg signed hockey sticks, men's gold Omega watch, gold and sterling pcs, several 10, 14,and 18 kt rings, sterling silver broaches, tie clips, charm bracelets, tongs, salts, and food pusher, John Deere 17hp riding lawnmower, plus a large quantity of other interesting items. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 ESTATE AUCTION- Thursday, June 5th - 6:30pm at WARNERS AUCTION HALL, 12927 Cty. Road 2, West of Colborne. Antiques, collectables, some excellent quality home furnishings, crystal, glass, household articles, appliances, etc. all to be sold no reserves. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, under counter microwave that is like new, Signed Svarski crystal pcs., Signed Val St. Lambert crystal decanter set, signed crystal stemware, Rosenthal paragon, qty. costume jewellery, Stirling bracelet, other signed pcs., 2 ant. hump back trunks, prints, pictures, brass pcs., cups, saucers, glass- ware, china, nice household articles, excellent single bed with nice hd & ft board and nearly new luxury box & matt., walnut cedar chest, 2 good dinette sets, Malcolm dining room suite in excell condition, selection dressers & chests of drawers, "Gibbard" ladies desk, other drop front desk, nearly new love seat & matching wing chair, some excellent quality occasional chairs, coffee & end tables, other small tables, excell oak framed futon, selection good household articles, small appliances, dishes, cookware, lamps, plus much more. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac - no Reserves Gary E. Warner - Auctioneer - CAGA - Certified Appraiser 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, June 6th at 4:30pm located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4., 8pc modern dining room set, rnd maple table and chairs, pine bunk beds, open faced washstand, settee, Boston rocker, modern bed- room set, futon, 3pc chesterfield set, glass top coffee and end ta- bles, modern oak table and chairs, Purity Flour sign, qty. of oil cans (BA, Red Indian, etc), Craftsman air compressor, qty. of hand and power tools, qty. of lumber, qty. of cedar rails, qty. of large plastic storage bins on wheels, Pepsi pop can machine, Woods stove/fridge combo, cook stove, Kenmore washer and dryer, Honda 13HP riding mower, 14' alum. boat with 9.9 Evinrude and motor, Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com SATURDAY, JUNE 7 @ 10:00 a.m. Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge L9P 1R2. ANTIQUES, Furniture, Collectibles, China & Glass AUCTION for ESTATES from Ajax, Brooklin, Richmond Hill & Zephyr. Details & photos. GARY HILL AUCTIONS Celebrating 25 years in the Auction Business P.O. Box 1030, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1N3 905-852-9538, 416-518-6401 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com Auction Sale HAYDON AUCTION BARN Saturday June 7 at 4 pm Canada & USA Coins & Currency(1800's, 1900) Furn., Porc. Dolls, Crystal, Blue Mtn Pottery, Table Fountains, Good Glassware www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 HIBBARD, Carole Anne (nee Piper) - Peacefully, at her home, in the care of her loving family, on Tuesday June 3, 2008 in her 72nd year. Beloved wife and best friend of Ronald James Hibbard. Loving mother of June (Rick Thomas) and Allan (Raquel Nicholas). Cherished grandmother of Rebecca, Jarod, Joshua, and Andrew. Dear sister of Bruce Murray. She will be sadly missed by her cousins, nieces, nephews and many other family and friends. The Family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax), 905-428-8488 from 7-9pm on Wednesday and from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Thursday. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday June 6, 2008 at 11:00 am. Interment in Pine Ridge Memorial Gar- dens, Ajax. If so desired, donations to the Hospital For Sick Children would be appreciated. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Father’s Day Tributes Publishing Sunday, June 15 DEADLINE THURSDAY, JUNE 12 Did You Know.... that if you place your Father’s Day Tribute with a photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website. 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Sale prices valid on date of publication only. *200 Gas card applies only to vehicles in this ad. Limit one per customer. STK# V9963, P9806, V9811, V9925, V9921, P9990, P9867 V9928, P9732, V9317, are former daily rental buybacks. NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST.1-888-527-4929 << SALES HOTLINE www.villagechrysler.ca "!9,9 7% 3 4 . % 9 VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “Thinking like a customer” BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? CALL MIKE / ASHLEY 1-888-565-0555 NO CREDIT? SLOW CREDIT? Call Harry 1-888-538-0191 WE WANT YOUR TRADE, ALL MAKES, ALL MODELS, ALL YEARS! (AT MONARCH AVE.) • PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC. BACKED WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • QUALITY RECONDITIONING • NATIONWIDE SERVICE VISIT OUR BRAND NEW FACILITY! 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Stk#9991 201 BAYLY ST. $139 bi-wk/84 $17,985 2007 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING SUNROOF, 3.5 V6, LOADED, RIMS Stk#P9867 WE MOVED $117 bi-wk/84 $14,985 2007 DODGE MAGNUM SXT 3.5 V6, ESP, LOADED, TINTS, RIMS Stk#V9811 201 BAYLY ST. $121 bi-wk/96 $16,985 2008 DODGE CALIBER SXT AUTO, A/C, PWR GROUP, LOW KM Stk#V9925 WE MOVED $99 bi-wk/96 $13,985 2008 PT CRUISER TOURING LOADED, VERY LOW KM, 4 CYL Stk#V9921 WE MOVED $125 bi-wk/84 $15,985 2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING LOADED, ONLY 20,000 KM, RIMS Stk#P9971 WE MOVED $121 bi-wk/96 $16,985 2008 DODGE AVENGER SXT LOADED, PWR GROUP, RIMS, VERY LOW KM Stk#V9975 201 BAYLY ST. $163 bi-wk/72 $18,765 2005 CHRYSLER 300C SUNROOF, HEMI, MDS, NAVIGATION, FULLY LOADED Stk#P9961 WE MOVED $180 bi-wk/96 $25,765 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE LEATHER, LOADED, ONLY 12,000 KM Stk#9816 WE MOVED $154 bi-wk/96 $21,985 2008 DODGE CHARGER SXT SPOILER, RIMS, LOADED, LOW KM Stk#P9998 201 BAYLY ST. $141 bi-wk/96 $19,985 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING LEATHER, RIMS, SUNROOF, LOW KM Stk#P9973 201 BAYLY ST. $162 bi-wk/84 $20,765 2007 DODGE CHARGER SXT LEATHER, SUNROOF, LOADED, RIMS, LOW KM Stk#P2 WE MOVED! $94 bi-wk/60 $8,985 2004 DODGE CARAVAN DVD, QUADS, LOW KM Stk#P9963 201 BAYLY ST. $132 bi-wk/72 $14,985 2005 GMC ENVOY LOADED, ONLY 31,0OO KM Stk#P9859A 201 BAYLY ST. $147 bi-wk/84 $18,985 2007 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN STOW N’ GO, LOADED, DVD, VERY LOW KM Stk#P9806 WE MOVED $132 bi-wk/84 $16,985 2007 JEEP COMPASS AUTO, A/C, LOW KM Stk#P9732 WE MOVED $129 bi-wk/72 $14,765 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ONLY 34,OOO KM, STO N’ GO Stk#T9046A 201 BAYLY ST. $99 bi-wk/84 $12,485 2006 DODGE CARAVAN LOADED, ONLY 33,000 KM Stk#P4 WE MOVED $109 bi-wk/60 $10,485 2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN QUADS, LOADED, LOW KM Stk#P9972 201 BAYLY ST. $154 bi-wk/84 $19,985 2007 JEEP PATRIOT 4X4 NORTH PACKAGE, AUTO, A/C, RIMS Stk#P9990 WE MOVED $139 bi-wk/84 $17,985 2007 DODGE NITRO SXT 4X4 ONLY 13,000 KM, LOADED Stk#P9860 201 BAYLY ST. $169 bi-wk/84 $21,985 2007 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4 DUAL TOPS, AUTO, A/C, PWR GROUP, ONLY 23,000 KM Stk#P9997A 201 BAYLY ST. $125 bi-wk/48 $9,985 2002 FORD RANGER SUPERCAB AUTO, A/C, RUNNING BOARDS Stk#V9498 201 BAYLY ST. $214 bi-wk/84 $29,485 LEATHER, SUNROOF, CHROME RIMS, LOW KM 2007 CHRYSLER ASPEN LTD. 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