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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2003_01_26www.blaisdale.com16 mths - grade 8 6 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Blaisdale MONTESSORI School As voted by Ajax/Pickering Readers’ Choice Awards NOW ACCEPTING applications for 12 mo. Best Private School SAVE TODAY AT Carroll Home Improvements 905-686-2445 Roofing Windows Doors STOPSTOP DON’T THROW YOUR MONEY AWAY PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER PRESSRUN 45,600 20 PAGES SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2003 OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND We’ve been reading up for Family Literacy Day... ...See Page 12 A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Push me, pull you PICKERING –– Nicki Irwin (right) guides fitness centre patron Anna Bonnell through an exercise during the grand opening of the Pickering Recreation Complex’s refurbished facility. The new cen- tre boasts more space and machines for city residents. City recovers million-dollar lossHave your say on Durham headquarters PICKERING —To b uild or not to build — that is the question to be raised at an up- coming public meeting exam- ining the issue of a new Region of Durham headquarters. It takes place Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. in the council cham- bers of the Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade. Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner, Ward 3 Re- gional Councillor Rick John- son and Ward 2 Regional Councillor Mark Holland are hosting the session. Regional councillors voted Jan. 22 to defer a vote on a new headquarters until Feb. 12. For more information, call 905-420-4605. BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer PICKERING —The final re- covery payment has been received for a $1-million investment the City lost almost a decade ago. Pickering has recouped — with interest — the $977,759.63 loss it incurred when the Confederation Life Insurance Company went into receivership in 1994. Gil Paterson, director of corpo- rate services and treasurer, said the City started lobbying the insurer’s bankruptcy trustee three years ago and has been recovering portions of its lost investment over the last year and a half. The final instalment was delivered just before Christmas. A few weeks later, Pickering re- ceived an added bonus — another $57,000 in interest. “We didn’t have any hope nor any awareness of being able to re- cover any interest,” he said. “It was a nice surprise.” Blood at scene leads to break in case PICKERING ––A man linked to a recent break-and-enter after police allegedly found his blood at the scene was arrested at gunpoint in Pickering. Durham Regional Police said the 25-year-old man was identified as a suspect in a series of break-ins at local drug stores, after forensic identification officers collected blood samples found at the scene of one of the burglaries. Officers went to a Hewson Drive residence to arrest the sus- pect at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, but he refused to come out of the home, police said. The force’s tactical support unit was called out and while negotia- tors coaxed two other men to leave the home, the wanted man stayed inside. Ta ctical officers eventually en- tered the house with guns drawn and found the man hiding in the attic behind some drywall. He was taken into custody. Kelly Ronald Swartzman, of Hewson Drive, faces four counts each of break, enter and theft and mischief under $5,000, five counts of failing to comply with a court order and one charge of possession of stolen property. 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While detectives released the suspect sketch Friday, stepping up the hunt for an attacker they called “a coward,” the victim continued to recover in a Scar- borough hospital from injuries suffered during the attack Wednesday. Anyone who recognizes the face in the composite is urged to call the Durham Regional Police holdup squad. The image is considered 80 per cent accurate. The 30-year-old victim was working at the Coffee Time in Gates Plaza, on Kingston Road, when she was robbed by the man armed with an axe or hatch- et at about 4:30 a.m. Wednesday. She was ordered to take off her clothes and badly beaten, losing consciousness at one point during the attack, police said. The robber emptied the till and took cash from a back room. The victim, a mother of two, ran out of the store bleeding and naked, and called 911 from a nearby phone booth. She suffered numerous facial bruises, along with a broken jaw and teeth, requiring surgery. Police also issued a more de- tailed description of the suspect: black, 18 to 21, about 160 pounds, with a dark complexion, slim build and small eyes. He was wearing a dark coat, knitted winter hat with ear flaps and armed with a “hatchet-like tool.” Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Gil Hughes of the robbery unit at 905-683-9100, ext. 5359, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477. This police sketch was re- leased Friday in connection with a violent robbery in Pick- ering early Wednesday. Smoke alarms being checked as part of ongoing investigation PICKERING —With their on-scene investigation now complete, fire officials are looking to forensic evi- dence to pinpoint the cause of a fatal townhouse blaze last weekend. Briann Maillet, six, and her two-year-old sister Kiara Charles were killed Jan. 18, when their family’s townhouse at Orchard Val- ley Court broke out in flames at around 4 a.m. Their mother, Debra Maillet and her 11-year-old daughter Shiann managed to escape by jumping from a third-floor window and remain in Toronto hospitals with injuries. Bill Hiscott, acting su- pervisor with the Ontario fire marshal’s office, said on-scene investigating wrapped up early last week and samples have been sent to the Ontario Centre of Forensic Sciences in Toron- to. “The smoke alarms have been taken as well. We’re looking at them now,” he said. Determining the cause of the fire is pending those re- sults, he added. Heaters had to be brought to the scene of the investigation because of this week’s cold snap, said Pickering Fire Chief Bill Douglas. 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Loss becomes a gain for Pickering Pickering invested in Confederation Life between 1989 and 1994, a period dur- ing which councillors were later told, the company cred- it rating in the short-term money market had been equal to or higher than that of most provinces and equal to or slightly lower than that of most banks. The loss was written off in the City’s books between the fall of 1994 and May 1995, but wasn’t made pub- lic until Pickering’s audit committee uncovered it the following year. Just a few months earlier, two major financial errors were also detected in the City’s books — a $939,000 miscalculation in budget fig- ures and a $517,000 acci- dental overpayment for the Fairport Road reconstruc- tion. Both the investment loss and the budget errors caused a shakeup in Pickering’s fi- nancial department, said Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner, who chairs the City’s audit committee. “There was a major re- structuring,” he said, this week. “It was decided we needed more than just a trea- surer. We needed a director. Mr. Paterson was hired soon after.” Pickering also responded by creating an investment policy emphasizing lower risk and increased liquidity, Coun. Brenner said. “We’re very fortunate. This comes as a result of the new leadership of the fi- nance department,” he added. Wrapping up the business of Confederation Life was “a huge exercise to go through”, said Mr. Paterson. As a short-term investor, Pickering was low on the list of those waiting to be reim- bursed. The bankruptcy trustee did a series of reviews, re- leasing payments to in- vestors as each review was completed, he said. 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At each monthly meeting, a senior plant official gives an update on plant con- ditions, including progress on the restart. Ms. Oliver, who noted there’s been plenty of attention paid to the restart, added with cost overruns and delays, “the meetings here have been almost a business report. I don’t get that feeling of urgency.” The first of the four laid-up reac- tors on the ‘A’ side, Unit 4, was orig- inally scheduled to begin producing power early last year and the estimat- ed cost to refurbish all four was $800 million. Now, OPG says the first re- actor is scheduled to be back online by this summer, with subsequent units coming back over six- to nine- month intervals. Also, the renovation work is now approximately $2 billion. “There’s no question it’s behind schedule and over our original cost,” plant official Judy Ryan told the CAC. She noted, “There’s a lot of inter- est getting a fixed date. We’re fo- cused on getting it right and satisfy- ing our regulator.” Senior management and the provincial government aren’t happy with the delays and costs, Ms. Ryan stated. “The focus is to do quality work and get where we want to be going. We are trying very hard to keep the political and media messages at a higher level and dealt with there,” Ms. Ryan said. “Everyone on-site is aware of the costs and delay.” Pickering public affairs manager Pat O’Brien noted, “In hindsight, it’s more complex than we originally thought.” Despite the higher cost, bringing the units back online is still cheaper than building new gas or coal plants, he added. “There was very poor man- agement when we let the ten- ders,” Mr. O’Brien stated. “We know where we are. The right team is in place and the money is under control. “We’ve said there’s been a delay and cost overruns. We’re doing our best with what turned out to be a bad situation. There’s still value at the end of the road.” The provincial government is planning to review the delays and cost overruns, Mr. O’Brien said, adding there’s been no an- nouncement on when it will be or how significant. CAC member Jim Dike said OPG didn’t have a “pattern, something to go by. Political people out there will want to make a big issue out of it. It isn’t a cookie-cutter exercise. “There will probably be things with the other reactors and you don’t know what they are. People are screaming and shouting, because you can’t real- ly give clear and concise an- swers.” Lloyd Murray, also with the CAC, said, “A heck of a lot of work was done before (OPG re- ceived CNSC approval). If you had to wait for approval, it would be another year.” He added, “It’s like retro- fitting an old house. The cost is always twice what you estimat- ed. Whether we’ve been fully in- formed on everything, I’m not about to question. It will be a safe plant when it’s finished. If not, we’ll all be losers.” Well, it’s finally happening. It’s now totally a woman’s world out there. The last bastion of male security, our unwavering faith in our male hockey superiority, has been shat- tered. You may have seen the confirma- tion of this fact on the front page of the Toronto Star Monday. An Etobi- coke all-girls atom hockey team, the Dolphins, stomped all over several boys teams on the way to earning a tournament championship. They knocked the lights out of the first team they faced, 12-2, and won the rest of their three games by a total of 14-3. Although, the final sounds like it would have been a close and ex- citing game to watch with a 4-2 score. Now, a lot could be said for how damaging it could be to one’s psyche losing to Dolphins alone, ignoring for a moment it was an all-girls team. No one wants to say they were crushed by Dolphins after all. But let’s focus on this eye-opening story of girls dominating what has al- ways been considered a ‘guys’ sport. How did they do it? Listening to an in- terview with the Dolphins’ coach Tuesday, he made it pretty clear his group of girls know the game and what it takes to succeed. He doesn’t have a star dominating games, but several girls who are will- ing to make great passes and play a team game. And here are a group of girls with a lot of heart and desire. Ac- cording to the article, the Dolphins have been fighting since their incep- tion to be accepted. They very nearly didn’t get to play in this tournament, which has given them their 15 min- utes of fame. Sounds like pretty good traits. They never give up and they’re un- selfish. Weren’t those traits being bandied about in reference to last year’s gold-medal winning Canadian hockey teams? In a sport that has taken so many hits in recent years, it’s refreshing to see a team like this put a positive light on minor hockey again. This week the endless debate over what age body- checking should be introduced and the need to eliminate hockey parents’ bad attitudes from the sport, took a backseat to good news. Of course, now we’ll have to start nationwide soul-searching forums with distinguished hockey minds to find a way for guys to learn the game and hone their skills in order to com- pete with hockey’s newest threat: the all-mighty girls team. But for now let’s enjoy the good feelings we have about the Dolphins and how they are showing their abili- ty on the ice. Good on them and here’s hoping more girls pick up the game at a young age and follow their example. Goodness gracious: It’s now totally a woman’s world David Stell Staff Editor shouston@durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com No need for local governments if strong Region in place To the editor: Durham regional councillors should have voted for the proposal for the new headquarters, but not for the potential cost-savings. They should have done it for the vision it portrays, that of a strong cen- tralized regional government. They should follow this up with mo- tions to amalgamate into regional entities fire and emergency services, planning and development services, transit services, hydro services, waste removal and man- agement services and parks, recreation and entertainment services. Then call for proposals to house these around the head- quarters. And what better place would there be for the amalgamated provincial courthouse? With a centre as strong as this and voic- es to back it up, demands for provincially funded entities would be hard to ignore... and the development-generating and job- creating Hwy. 407 would have to appear and other things as well. Durham Region, from it present position with industry, ed- ucation, housing, agriculture, natural re- sources, and energetic and qualified peo- ple, would become stronger and healthier. For this to happen, regional councillors upon return to their fiefdoms, would have to propose, sell and vote their local coun- cils out of existence. A vision, my vision... overly simplified ... but floated no less. 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The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS NEWS ADVERTISER JANUARY 26, 2003 Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com For Prime Minister Jean Chretien, this coming year is all about creating a legacy for the people he has served through three majority governments since attaining power in 1993. The PM, who was first elected an MP in 1963, is eager to put his name in the history books in a meaningful way. He doesn’t merely want to be remembered as the leader who got the feds out of their deficit hole. That’s hardly a glowing en- dorsement of a life in public service. No, the PM can make a big difference if he truly dedicates the coming year to two chief goals. His first aim should be to make a sustained, serious dent in child poverty in this country. Back in 1989, members from all parties unanimously backed Oshawa MP Ed Broadbent’s resolution to end child poverty in Canada by 2000. The problem only worsened in the 14 years since, with more than a million children living in poverty in this country. That’s unacceptable and only a dedication of more support for social programs will help alleviate it. The second goal should be a promise of far more funding to the provinces to tackle skyrocketing health-care costs. The PM constantly assures any who will listen he will never accept two-tier medicare. If he honestly believes in the sanctity of our medical system, he will have to put his money where his mouth is. Next month, the PM will sit down with premiers to hash out a new deal on health-care funding. While federal increases have been provided over the years, they have fallen far short of what’s needed. As it is now, the provinces pay about 85 per cent of the health-care bill. The Romanow commission on health care stated in November the feds must provide at least $15 billion more than is currently being delivered and that the split should be, at the very least, 75-25 between the provinces and the feds. Romanow offers a starting point. If Mr. Chretien wants to make a difference and leave Canadians tangibly better off, he will go even further and sign a deal that will protect medicare for many years to come. He could start by arranging legislation that would allow him to take excess funds from the monstrous employment in- surance surplus and dedicate that money to a more useful cause. Critics say the EI fund is overflowing with billions of dollars that will never be used for employment insurance. That money should go to health care. It’s a win-win situation for all concerned. All we need is the PM to see it that way. True legacy within PM’s reach Child poverty, medicare can attach label to his 40-year career www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P BY JACQUIE MCINNES Staff Writer DURHAM –– He was the el- dest child of an Irish settler with a talent that would become a skill and evolve into one of the world’s largest companies and the legacy of Durham Region. Robert McLaughlin had a love for woodworking and when his chores were complete on his fam- ily’s Tyrone farm, he would shape axe handles. The pastime earned him extra pocket money from the Bowmanville merchants who paid him a penny or two above the going rate. The boy grew to a man and his hobby evolved from axe handles to horse-drawn sleighs. In 1869, as word of his craftsmanship grew, he opened his own shop in En- niskillen. Eight years later, the savvy young craftsman won first prize at the Bowmanville County Fair for a carriage design of supe- rior workmanship. Soon cutters were abandoned for the prosperous carriage trade. Before long his growing business needed banking facilities, skilled labour and railroad shipping and he set his sights on Bowmanville, the economic centre of the region. But there was a better deal to be had in Oshawa, the smaller of the two towns where rent was cheap- er; the town was offering business incentives and the competition was not as great, says Charles Taws, curator of Clarington Muse- ums. There, at Richmond and Mary streets, Mr. McLaughlin parlayed his craftsmanship, savvy business skills and the available infrastruc- ture into a thriving 600-employee, family-run business. There were setbacks, including a major fire in 1899, but innovation carried him through and after patenting a new buggy gear a year later, Mr. McLaughlin, father of Colonel R.S. (Sam) McLaughlin, went na- tional. With savvy marketing, in- cluding the use of travelling sales- men, orders poured in from the other provinces and of course, the rest, as they say, is history. More than 100 years later many of the same elements that made the General Motors of Cana- da forefather the business leader of his time are equally important in the age of high technology. Transportation networks linking our businesses to markets, infra- structure, investment opportunity, salesmanship, skilled labour and innovation are still the hallmarks of success. “The biggest challenge for Durham I see right now is trans- portation,” says Nigel Allen, pres- ident of the Ajax/Pickering Board of Trade. Durham needs “the in- frastructure and support system” for moving goods, he says. Hwy. 407 expansion across Durham and improved road connections from that highway to the other major pieces of the road network like Hwy. 2 and Hwy. 401 are key, he says. As well, “we need some im- provements to Durham’s public transportation system to facilitate employment, to get people from west Pickering to east Ajax,” for example. It was Durham’s strong water transportation system that first brought prosperity to the area in the early 19th century and earned it the nickname “mother of indus- try,” says Mr. Taws. “The 1850s and 1860s were real boom times,” he says. Aside from that flourish- ing carriage company, Dominion Organ and Piano and the Upper Canada Furniture Company and other industries in Bowmanville were thriving. A prosperous lum- ber industry led by Bigelow and Trounce in Scugog and a buzzing port and shipbuilding industry in Oshawa were all flourishing. In the 20th century, improved rail and road links, and ironically the advent of the automobile, pulled businesses from Durham’s regional centre to Toronto as cen- tralization took hold. Durham’s economic importance declined. As we enter a new century once again, Durham is on the cusp of a boom, says Pat Olive, Durham’s commissioner of economic devel- opment. In the past decade his job hasn’t always been easy. “Trans- portation is the biggest hurdle we have to overcome. We have one 400-series highway and a little stub (of Hwy 407), that’s it.” The Region’s politicians are grappling with the cost and feasibility of im- proving Durham’s road and public transit infrastructure but there are no fast and easy solutions. Underserviced industrial lands haven’t been an easy sell either. Still Mr. Olive is confident it’s only a matter of time for Durham. “Now we’ve got momentum. The 407 is going to be extended, we know there is going to be an airport there (in Pickering) sooner or later. If we could get servicing in Pickering up, there are ab- solutely incredible employment lands right where the 407 runs through. With the Courtice Water Treatment Plant (currently in de- sign phase) Clarington is going to get a huge influx of interest. If we get ITER (a $12-billion energy re- search facility) it’s going to blow this Region apart with the spin-off technologies. We have excellent skilled labour and a highly educat- ed workforce. There’s no trick to attracting companies when you have that kind of infrastructure,” he says with a smile. The more things change... Transpor tation and innovation are still the keys to prosperity This is the first of a 12-part series examining business issues in Durham Region. In this story we look at our historical roots, where we are today and the challenges and potential of our future. Forecasting the future “This is the manufacturing sector of southern Ontario. We need to focus on that and increase future technolo- gies of industry.We’ve got a university and a major col- lege and a cancer centre.Toronto’s at build-out. Missis- sauga’s at build-out.We have a lot of potential for growth. Let’s capitalize on that.” - Bob Malcolmson, Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce “With UOIT (University of Ontario Institute of Technolo- gy) diversifying we’re going to hit the energy sector. People will look to Durham as an energy leader in North America. UOIT is gearing up courses to reflect the strengths within our community. It’s committed to a re- search and development park and if ITER (international energy research facility) comes it will tie into that R&D too.We have good municipal partnership.We’ve got an extremely bright future. Durham is just about to boom. We’re just about to blow apart.” - Pat Olive, commissioner of economic development, Durham “I think the next 10 years will become increasingly im- portant for the agricultural sector. Agriculture is a $65-mil- lion industry for Scugog alone.We are really going to have to make a hard attempt to assist the agricultural sector through policies that make farming viable. If you made farming a viable enterprise you wouldn’t have to worry about preserving agricultural land.” More small businesses will locate north “because of technology and the price of real estate on Bay Street.We have a lot of that now and we’re going to see it expand. Because of communication you can be on the Tenth line in Scugog and do business in Toronto.” - Doug Moffatt, mayor of Scugog BOB MALCOLMSON PAT OLIVE DOUG MOFFATT R.S. (Sam) McLaughlin took the photo of the trimming room in the McLaughlin Carriage factory in 1892. Photo illustration by Brian Hill A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Call now for a FREE Consultation AJAX-PICKERING WELLNESS CENTRE 1016 Brock St. S., Pickering 905-706-7916 or 905-831-4444 The new WEIGHT-LOSS program that allows you to lose weight and keep it off. CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR FEET? SALMAN ALAM B.SC., D.CH. REGISTERED CHIROPODIST TREATMENTS OFFERED FOR: nails • callus • corns • warts • flat feet • arch and heel pain • foot pain • sports injuries ALSO PROVIDE: Diabetic foot care and education Prescribed custom orthotics Services covered by most extended health care policies No referrals are necessary Harwood Rehab 601 Harwood Avenue S. 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Books are fantastic for developing your imagination; your mind personalizes each character, home, vehicle, and scene. I remember my confusion about the Hardys’friend Chet and his ‘jalopy’. Not knowing what a jalopy was, it was a great introduction to the mysteries a dictionary can solve. After that, I always pictured the boys in a rundown old beater that only a teenager could be proud of. Favourite books:Autobiogra- phies, biographies, true crime stories, and mysteries. Currently reading:No books myself, but every night my wife and I read to our two sons before bed. Among their favourites are ‘The Magic Hockey Stick,’ by Peter Maloney and Felicia Zekauskas, and ‘Go Dog Go,’ by P.D. Eastman. I also read at least two news- papers each day. Steve Houston, Managing Editor As a boy, I devoured Encyclo- pedia Brown stories; they are re- sponsible for my lifelong love of reading. The books, by Donald J. Sobol and illustrated by Leonard Short- all, followed the exciting life of an intelligent young boy from the fictitious town of Idaville who ran his own detective agency. Encyclopedia always solved the mystery for his clients. What drew me most to the books was the way the author dropped clues throughout each mystery; the reader was chal- lenged to solve it along with the main character. Alas, I rarely caught the im- portant clues, but was always im- pressed with the ‘solution’ con- tained at the end of each story. The stories of Encyclopedia Brown opened the door to a new world of interesting people, places and things fiction can offer a reader. I’ve never forgotten the glimpse these stories gave me into the world of storytelling. I can’t wait to see my children ex- plore these books with the same glee I did as a child. Favourite books:‘All the President’s Men’, by Bob Wood- ward and Carl Bernstein, ‘Of Mice and Men’, by John Stein- beck, ‘Band of Brothers’ by Stephen Ambrose. Currently reading:‘Hooking Up’, by Tom Wolfe (essay collec- tion). Mike Ruta, Education Reporter If I must pick one, it’s ‘Love in the Time of Cholera’ by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. The novel is about a man’s steadfast and unre- quited love for a married woman that lasts more than half a centu- ry. He waits for decades, never losing hope, for the moment when he can pledge his undying love. It is funny, touching and beau- tifully written. In a Garcia Marquez book you are in a dream: the real and the surreal, the ordinary and the fan- tastic comfortably occupy the same sensual world. Favourite books:‘One Hun- dred Years of Solitude,’(1967) by Garcia Marquez; ‘Anna Karenin’, (1878) by Leo Tolstoy; ‘Auto Da Fe,’ (1935) by Elias Canetti; ‘No Great Mischief,’ (1999) by Alis- tair MacLeod. Currently reading:‘Hum- boldt’s Gift,’ by Saul Bellow. Keith Gilligan, Ajax Reporter As a boy, I wasn’t much of a reader. My dad went to the library and checked out four or five nov- els every two weeks (in fact, he still does). Yet I never picked up the read- ing bug until my teens. Since then, I’ve been a regular reader. At the time, it was primar- ily magazines — Sports Illustrat- ed, Life, Time, Newsweek and Esquire. The author I was immediately attracted to was John Steinbeck. His book, ‘Cannery Row’, rates as my all-time favourite. What I most like is the way he treats those who are marginalized (a very ‘90s term) with dignity. While Mac and the boys would be considered homeless by today’s standards, Steinbeck doesn’t convey that feeling. In fact, he treats them honourably and justly. Favourite books:‘Cannery Row’; ‘The Boys on the Bus’, by Timothy Crouse; ‘The Secret History’, by Donna Tartt Currently reading:‘The Lit- tle Friend’, by Donna Tartt Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief My favourite novel as a child was ‘Robinson Crusoe’by Daniel Defoe. It’s the story of a boy who runs away to sea and finds him- self shipwrecked on an island that is uninhabited –– or so he thinks. Crusoe learns how to grow crops, make furniture, build shelter and fashion his own tools in order to survive. Just when he has accept- ed his lonely lifestyle, he finds footprints in the sand and meets up with ‘Friday’. It’s all very ex- citing, but I’m not going to spoil the tale for you, you’ll have to read it for yourself. Something you might not know about the book is it was based on a true story. The real Robinson Crusoe was a Scotsman named Alexan- der Selkirk. Favourite books:‘Gone with the Wind’ (1936) by Margaret Mitchell; ‘Alice in Wonderland’ (1865) by Lewis Carroll; ‘Pride and Prejudice’ (1813) by Jane Austen; and ‘A Whale for the Killing’ (1972) by Farley Mowat. Currently reading:My hus- band, son and I are currently reading aloud a collection of ‘Sherlock Holmes’ mysteries by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A big fan of forensic mysteries, I’m also reading ‘Portrait of a Killer: Jack the Ripper Case Closed’ by Patricia Cornwell. Lesley Bovie, Pickering Reporter One of my favourite stories is ‘James and the Giant Peach’ by Roald Dahl. It was so off the wall but wonderfully imaginative, this tale of a young boy who discov- ers a growing peach in his back- yard. I remember the writing was so vivid at times; the peach seemed mouth-watering. It grows to an outrageous size and becomes a vehicle for James to escape two abusive aunts and meet some people-sized insects along the way. Over the years, I’ve developed a love for Anne Rice’s ability to mix history and the supernatural. The original vampire and witches series are her best works. A good read should take you off into di- rections you never dreamt possi- ble. Favourite books:‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ (1964) by Roald Dahl, ‘Charlotte’s Web’ (1952) by E.B. White, and ‘Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing’ (1972) by Judy Blume. Currently reading:Lord of the Rings trilogy Read any good books lately? In support of Family Literacy Day, Monday Jan. 27, Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser staff share their best-loved childhood novels with our readers A proud supporter of literacy initiatives ETROLAND Durham Region Media Group This Week Canadian Statesman NEWS ADVERTISER Times-Journal ...because education is important When we invited Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser staffers to share their favourite books with our read- ers it sparked animated conversations in the newsroom replete with comments like “Do you remem- ber...?”, ‘Hey, that was one of my favourites, too!” and “...maybe I’ll read that one”. Pictured with some of their favourite books of all time are (from left) Ajax Reporter Keith Gilligan, Managing Ed- itor Steve Houston, Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt, News Editor Tony Doyle, Pickering Reporter Lesley Bovie and Education Reporter Mike Ruta. PICKERING —The Pick- ering Panthers major atom se- lect hockey team dominated play in winning five straight games to claim the title at the recent Vaughan Rangers Select Tournament. Facing the Waterloo Ice- wolves in a battle of 4-0 clubs to determine the champion, the Panthers scored a 4-2 victory. Christian Schultz, Chris Halket, Kevin Thompson and Tim Kropman scored, while Brandon Wippler contributed two assists. Pickering opened the tour- nament against a Clarington team it had not defeated in three years of league play. Led by Jake Blondin’s two goals, the local club rose to the chal- lenge in a 3-1 win. Kropman also scored. In Game 2, the Pickering defence was stingy on the way to a 6-2 win. Defencemen Ryan Hof- mann, Robbie Heard, John Guenther, Scott Anderson, Kyle Dwyer and Michael Smith combined to limit the shots against. Adam Goodwin led the offence with a pair of goals, and Halket, Marco Pompilii, Michael LaRosa and Blondin chipped in with sin- gles. The Brampton Battalion also fell 6-2 to Pickering, as Goodwin and LaRosa both scored twice, with Schultz and Pompilii adding the others. Game 4 tested the nerves of the Panthers, as they struck early for a 1-0 lead and held on to win by that heart-stopping score. Thompson scored, while Griffin Pelletier and Justin Wa tson combined for the shutout. The Pickering club is now getting set for the Richmond Hill tourney at the end of the month. Andre Wippler and his as- sistants Brian Thompson, Scott Heard and Phil Watson coach the team. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P WE’R E BACK Grea t Items $ for $ Corporate Logoing at Unbelievab le $ Pricing $ TITANIUM Golf Balls new 15 Pack $15 each 3 for $ 30 Winter Golf Gloves or Golf Shoe Bag Reg. to $15 Your Choice $ 1.99 Tehams “Clint Eastwood” Golf Shirts Mens or Ladies Reg. to $100 $ 19.99 1/4 Zip Windshell fits Men & Women Assorted Colours Reg. $59 $ 12.99 Full 11 Piece Sets Mens or Ladies Right or Left Steel or Graphite Reg. to $500 Your Choice $ 199 FLORSHIEM Magum-Force Golf Shoes Reg. $239 $ 59.99 Deluxe Stand or Cart Golf Bags Reg. $169 You won’t believe how good for $ 49.99 Taylor Made Woods 300 $ 279 Irons 3-PW Nike (2 only) $ 850 Taylor Made $ 339 Top Flite $ 279 ANTIGUA Golf Shirts or Sweaters Or NFL Long Sleeve Polo’s Reg. to $89 $15 ea. 2 for $ 25 D ealers & Tourn ament Org . Welcome “100’s of items at unheard of PRICES” Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER JANUARY 26, 2003 A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Kick up your heels! AJAX –– The Lakeside Community Centre cames alive with indoor soccer action when six-year-olds with the Ajax Soccer Club take to the floor. Here, The Shepherds’ Eric Livingston (left) gets ready to clear the ball away from the goal as a Huskies competitor attempts to play spoiler. Boyd by goaltending, Ajax-Pickering peewee Raiders floor opponents AJAX —It was a nail-biter of a final, but the Ajax-Picker- ing Raiders Boyd’s Decorating, Page Flooring minor peewee hockey team came home cham- pions. The final of the Greater Kingston Cup came down to a shootout with the Rideau Valley St. Lawrence Kings. In the end, stellar goaltending by Kyle Bradley was the key for the Raiders. Matt Cousins scored the winner with a beautiful deke. Defenceman Kris Barclay scored the only Raiders’ goal during regulation time, coming in the first period. With two minutes left in the game, the Kings notched the equalizer. Four-on-four hockey and then three-on-three couldn’t decide the matter. Andre Andreoff was chosen the game most valuable player, while Dylan Page was awarded the second star. The Raiders came out smok- ing, starting the tourney with a 9-0 pasting of the Hillcrest Summits, as Bradley registered the shutout. Colton Kennedy and Brett Holmberg each found the back of the net twice, with singles by Evan Haga, Andre- off, Mike Purcell, Drew Boyd and Ryan Brawley. Holmberg chipped in with three assists, Kennedy and Andreoff had two each, and Page, Cousins, Haga, Kyle Sawyer, Adam Gray, and Brawley had one. Cousins was the game MVP. Game 2 was an evenly matched affair with the Sud- bury Lakers, as the Raiders pulled out a 3-2 win. Brawley, Holmberg and Cousins netted singles, while Andreoff chipped in with two assists, and Page and Kennedy had one each. Again, Cousins was the MVP. The Kingston Frontenacs were next and the locals came out on top of a 4-2 score. Kennedy drilled the hat trick and Boyd had the single. Pur- cell had a pair of assists, while Sawyer and Kennedy had one each. The semifinal was a return match with the Lakers and this time the locals came out 2-0 winners. Jared Cowley earned the shutout, while Brawley and An- dreoff potted singles. Sawyer had two helpers, with one each by Andreoff and Boyd. Brawley was named MVP. Throughout the tourney, Callum Lynch and Brandyn Marconato played solid de- fence. Atom selects claim Vaughan tourney title Members of the Pickering Panthers major atom select team include (kneeling) Griffin Pelletier, Justin Watson, Michael LaRosa and Brandon Wippler. Second Row: Kyle Dwyer, Robbie Heard, Tim Kropman, Marco Pompilii, Scott Anderson and Jake Blondin. Third row: Adam Goodwin, Chris Halket, Michael Smith, Christian Schultz, Ryan Hofmann, Kevin Thompson and John Guenther. Coaches are (back row) Andre Wippler, Brian Thompson and Scott Heard. Oshawa Civic Auditorium 99 Thornton Rd. S. Info.: 905-728-5163 Sun., Jan. 26, 2:05 p.m. vs Guelph “KX96 Day” Prices $ 6 to $ 13 - Free Parking HOCKEY P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 5959 Anderson St. (at Hwy 7 in new medical centre) 905-655-0611 Brooklin 1822 Whites Rd (Amberlea Plaza) 905-426-PACE Opening Feb. 17/03 Pickering 85 Kingston Rd. E. Unit #9 (across from COSTCO) 905-426-PACE Ajax Opening in Pickering February 17th Hours: Monday - Friday 6am-9pm Saturday 8am-1pm Sunday 8am-1pm (Ajax) www.pacefitness.com Join Now Through Ajax Location Waive $100 Service Fee Nutritionist on staff- Kineseologist on staff Certified personal trainers Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details THREE BEARS AUTO BODY “ONE OF DURHAM’S LARGEST AUTO BODY & COLLISION SHOPS” “Serving The Durham Region” Free Estimates! 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All SecurPlus vinyl windows come with Low E Glass which filters out the ultraviolet rays keeping your home cooler in the summer and eliminate fading of your curtains, drapes and furniture. All of the windows come with a lifetime warranty on the frame and hardware. Wayne would also like his cus- tomers to know that he does all of the estimates personally, eliminating the cost of a salesperson. Durham Windows and Doors also does all of its own installations, which ensures that every cus- tomer gets a high quality job done at the best possi- ble price. Durham Windows and Doors is located at 696 King St. W. in Oshawa. For more information call (905) 579-2222 or 1-888-576-8575. NO TAX FOR FEBRUARY Please contact us for more information: DIVE INTO OUR EXCITING PROGRAMS The Scarborough Diving Club is looking for new members for the New Session starting February 2003 SDC offers both learn-to-dive and competitive programs for divers of all ages. Join us in our 25th Year! (647) 888-8SDC divinginfo@yahoo.ca Visit us at infodurhamregion.com Locals earn date in East Division semifinals following playoff sweep PICKERING —The Pickering Panthers atom ‘AA’ rep hockey team advanced to the East Division semi- finals by defeating the Whitby Wild- cats in three straight games in the opening round of playoffs. Jay Boychuk led the scoring with two goals and a two assists to help Pickering take the final match 8-1. The Panthers’ other markers went to Adam Cranley, who also picked up three assists, David Whorpole, Louis Del Re, Chris Raguseo, Brian Smith and David Mott. In Game 2, Pickering won 6-1, building a 5-0 lead on goals by Bran- don Wieser, with two, Bradley Haley, Whorpole, and Raguseo. Smith rounded out the scoring. As- sists went to Weiser, Mott, and Michael Straub, with two each, and Corrado Gianfriddo and Cranley. Pickering posted a 3-2 win in Game 1. The Whitby goaltending was out- standing and the Panthers needed a late goal by Smith, on an assist from Glen Murphy and Mott, for the vic- tory. Also scoring for Pickering were Mott, from Smith and Weiser, fol- lowed by Gianfriddo from Raguseo and Carter Finlayson. The Pickering goaltending tan- dem of Daniel Tomei and Blake Cluff was solid when called upon. Defenceman Jeffrey Monpetit and Pickering Panthers tame Wildcats in ‘AA’ hockey action Zach Munn helped keep opposition chances to a minimum, while Charlie Graber and Andrew Brownlee sup- plied steady two-way play. Dylan Banks was missing from the lineup due to injury. Will Graber coaches the atoms, assisted by Glenn Smith and Peter Wieser. Gino Del Re is the manager and Dom Raguseo is the train- er. The goaltending coach is Paul Cranley and Rick Straub is the team’s condi- tioning coach. Career Training500 CLASS A, D, AND Z Endorse- ment training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. 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AZ DRIVERS Running full truckloads and LTL to and from Carolinas and the New England states. Paid pickups + drops, mileage or percent- age. Call Executive Transpor- tation at (905)697-1403. AZ OWNER OPERATORS, paid percentage or mileage to run Carolinas and the New England states. Call Executive Transportation at (905)697- 1403 BUSY AUTO BODY SHOP in Ajax needs Detailer-Parts Handler. Experience would be good but we can train. For in- surance reasons, a Drivers License Abstract is required. Fax resume with references to 905-427-9252 BUSY SALON in Ajax has Es- thetics room for rent. Part- time Hairstylist required. Call (905)427–3811. CASH DAILY!$60-$100/day. For interview call 905-571- 4738 CUTTER WANTED FOR BUSY Costume Company. MUST have experience and knowl- edge of stretch fabrics. 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Apply today by calling (905) 475-8535 x415 or 1-800-673-1281 x415, or fax your resume to: (905) 477-9268, e-mail:jobs@ cleanmark.com. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 PAGE 15 A/P E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. Get the most effective and shortest possible training with the best instructors. 1-866-5-POLICE Celebrating our 20th successful year. Website: www.policefoundations-cbc.com Proud members of the Ont. Association of Chiefs of Police 95 Bayly St. W., Unit #1, Ajax, Ontario Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers Requires the following positions to facilitate the inclusion of young children with special needs into their community: Resource Consultant Primary responsibilities include support to families and child care centres, service coordination and working within a multi-disciplinary team. The position is primarily community based and would require working from home. Qualifi cations: • Degree/diploma in E.C.E./Child Studies or related field • Minimum of five years experience in the Children’s Service sector • Experience in working with children with special needs • Strong commitment to the principles of inclusion and family directed service • Excellent communication and negotiation skills • Car and valid driver’s license are essential Program Assistant Primary responsibilities include working as part of a child care team to support the inclusion of children with special needs. Positions are on a contractual basis, may last from two months to 12 months in length and range from 4 to 30 hours per week. Qualifi cations: • Commitment to the principle of inclusion • Experience working with children • Experience working within a team • Knowledge of special needs an asset • E.C.E. or related education an asset Send resume by February 7, 2003 to: Resources for Exceptional Children - Durham Region 865 Westney Road South, Ajax, Ontario L1S 3M4 Fax: 905-427-3107 Email: humanresources@rfecdurham.com NO TELEPHONE CALLS Please indicate which position is being applied for. Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. RESOURCES FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN - DURHAM REGION Volunteer opportunities are also available. If interested, please check website: www.rfecdurham.com or send inquiry to email address identified above. MARKETING DIRECTOR UCC Total Home requires F/T Professional with pleasant phone skills. Excellent English and great attention to detail. Hours are fixed Tuesday - Friday 2pm - 10pm & Saturday 9:30am - 5pm. Fax resume: (905) 839-9471 or email : ucc375@on.aibn.com • Legal Administrative Assistant • Law Clerk • Medical Office Assistant • Esthetics and Salon Operations • Personal Support Worker (PSW) LEGAL ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE • Network Administrator (MCSA) 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers WEBOFFSET Web Offset Publications Limited, a major printing company located in Pickering, requires an experience d S ENIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIV E T he successful candidate will be a team player that possesses strong organizational and interpersonal skills, initiative, sound judgement and the ability to work well under pressure. 5 years’ experience in the graphic arts field, is a prerequisit e. D uties include representing our customer’s requirements throughout the various production activities to ensure successful job completion, planning work schedules in the most efficient manner and liaisoning with customers on a daily basi s. P lease submit resumes prior to February 2, 2003 t o: F ax: 905-831-2372 Att: Karen Hum e O R E-MAIL: khume@web-offset.co m O nly suitable candidates will be contacted. For More Information Please call 905-665-6752 or email: albionhills@on.aibn.com We Provide: • Late Model Equipment • Satellite Dispatch • Excellent Maintenance Program • 24 Hour Dispatch • Competitive Pay Package • Benefit Package • Weekly Pay-Direct Deposit • No NYC • No Slip Seating • Home Every Weekend We Require: • Valid AZ License • Clean Driving Abstract • Professional Attitude We are a Whitby, Ontario Based Carrier specializing in expedited service to and from the U.S. Albion Hills Industries Ltd. AZ HIGHWAY DRIVERS 509 Drivers 509 Drivers AVON FREE WEEK ~ NO REGISTRATION FEE Sell Avon ~ Earn Cash FREE KIT, SAMPLES & BROCHURES Offer Expires JAN.31/03 Call for info. Diane 905-837-1861 (Free gift upon registration) 510 General Help 510 General Help FORCED TO HIRE $22.00/HR Oshawa distribution co. requires 10 people in set-up and display depts. Advancement for fast learners. Over 18 and able start immediately. No experience. Full time. Students welcome. For interview CALL MON -TUES ONLY 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. 905-720-1507 Help Wanted - Shop Person Permanent full-time position for East Scarborough Watermain Service Co. • Organized • Mechanically inclined • Small engine experience • Light shipping/receiving • Welding an asset • Some heavy lifting may be required Wage and benefits dependent on experience and qualifications. Fax resume to: 416-282-7702 Full Time, Experienced Residential Insurance Inspector required to join an established organization to service Pickering to Whitby Fax Resume 905-660-1995 • Superior Music Knowledge • Responsible, Energetic Apply with resume to: 65 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax (Just east of Harwood Ave.) 905-619-3422 PART TIME SALES We've got great things in store for you! Are you looking for health and dental benefits or RRSP savings program? Also other incentive programs We are now hiring for Day and Evening Shifts - Mon. - Sun. Apply in person or call for interview 1750 Bayly St. W. Pickering (905)428–0883 [TIM HORTON'S Logo] "An employer you can count on" Attention Parents! United Way Your YMCA charitable is 11930 7060 RR0001 YMCA Durham Employment Services 1550 Kingston Road, Unit 16, Pickering (Hwy. 2 & Valley Farm Road) (905) 427-7670 Please call ahead to register Does your youth need a job? Are they a double cohort student? COME TO OUR Find out important information on how YMCA Durham Employment Services can help your youth find a job - whether they are in or out of school! Access free services & resources Hand outs and Job Search tips available PARENT INFORMATION EVENING! Thursday, January 30, 2003 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Free Coffee, Tea & Snacks Bring a Friend! 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 505 Careers ECE TEACHER position avail- able for busy Childcare Cen- tre in Claremont. Start imme- diately. Call 905-649-2315. EXPERIENCED ASPHALT PAVER with AZ license to work full time for local paving company. Excellent wages. Phone 905-728–3939 or fax: 905-728-6398. EXPERIENCED housekeepers/ Custodians wanted. Minimal housekeeping experience an asset, will train. $8-$9/hour. Fax resume to Bryan at 905- 579-2024. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. FULL TIME ECE required immediately. Please call Heather Nickerson at 905- 985-8783 or e-mail utica.day.care@on.aibn.com GET SLIM TO WIN! Needed 7 people to lose weight and earn money. Call 1-888-830-4915 or www.e-biz-athome.com ACCEPTING RESUMES.Full- time Health Counsellors posi- tions available. Provide weight management counsell- ing and sell herbal products in a clinic setting. Sales experi- ence essential. Excellent op- portunity for advancement. Call (905)725-4146 HIRING IMMEDIATELY, evenings 5-9pm, F/T & P/T. Easy phone work. Hourly + bonus. 905-426–1484 LITTLE PEOPLE'S Playschool requires full time ECE imme- diately for senior preschool room. Also full time assistant for toddler room as of March 1. Please call or bring in re- sume to 33 Falby Court, Ajax 905-428–9909 MANAGER REQUIRED for Tim Horton's located in Bowman- ville. MUST have minimum 3 years management experi- ence in the Fast Food Indus- try. Fax resume & cover to 905-479-9218. MOLLY MAID in Ajax/Pickering. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. No weekends or evenings. Training and trans- portation provided. Drivers li- cense required. Call 905-427- 6466 NEED EXTRA $$$?PORTRAIT studio, Oshawa, friendly, en-thu- siastic people to promote in- store sales. Full/part time. 905- 686-4121 or 647-293-3901. SALES PERSON WANTED - Must have knowledge of auto parts and at least 2 yrs. sales experience. Fax resume to: 905-697-8118. SATURDAY Full day +some part-time, for Ajax car dealer. Duties: driving, running er- rands, helping in shop. Must have valid clean drivers li- cense +drive standard. $7.00/ hr. 905-427-2415. SINGER & SONG WRITER looking for musicians to start a band. Must like U2, System of A Down & Cold Play. 905- 448–0354 STRONG VOICES NEEDED! Telephone sales re: police retirees. Work from our office Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4:45 to 8 p.m. salary plus bonus and commission. Phone (905) 579-6222. SUPERINTENDENT required for adult lifestyle apt. building located in Oshawa. Minimum 5yrs experience. Fax to: 416- 297-9499 TELEPHONE SURVEYS $8.00 per hour to start. King/Park Rd. Office has immediate openings in survey depart- ment. No Selling. F-T (1-9) and P-T (5-9) shifts. Call for interview (905) 720-1507 TRAINEES NEEDED to start immediately. Full and part time in our assembler and display departs. $400 per week. Own car a must. Call (905) 426-5810. NEWLY OPEN Communication Division offers an opportunity for advancement in the field of Customer Service and Mar- keting Promotions, earn $500- $700 per week, paid training. 18+. Call Donna 905-436-1546 or email: dnvmarketing@ya- hoo.com WE WILL PUT YOU IN BUSI- NESS...in one of the largest industries in the world. You can work your own hours, at your own pace, and be your own boss. Unlimited oppor- tunity. Wide open growth po- tential. Call Ron Kearn 905- 436-8499 or 1-866-787-3918 or 416-414-0375. Salon & Spa Help514 HAIRSTYLIST WANTED for busy salon in Whitby. Part time or full time. Contact (905) 430–0300 Skilled & Technical Help515 CAMPING IN STYLE Brooklin requires Full Time Service Technician, no exp. neces- sary. Must be self motivated, and energetic. Please fax or email resume to: 905-655- 8462 or: cis@attcanada.ca. DRYWALL TAPERS needed immediately. Experienced only call Jim 905-372-1977, or 905-375-8772. HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS required to repair rough terrain forklifts. Experience with die- sel engines & hydraulics an asset. Phone (416)291–1929 or fax resume (416)291-0009. MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE person. Seeking a mature re- liable mechanically minded indi- vidual to perform various mechanical duties at a luxury condominium in Oshawa. Straight day shift, must be will- ing to work some weekends. Good starting salary. Fax resume to: 905-571-3079. No phone calls please. Office Help525 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Sales Office: Computer skills, General office duties, preparation of legal documents. Atten-tion to detail and well organized. Meeting and Greeting Potential Purchasers Ability to multi-task, Courteous & professional tele- phone manner Assist sales rep- resentatives as necessary. Able to work weekends. Send your resume oshawahorizons@liza- homes.com or FAX to: 905-728- 8293 No phone calls please! PICKERING AREA BOOKKEEP- ER required will be responsible for all A/R, A/P and biweekly pay- roll for 35 employees. Must be proficient in MYOB and Excel. 20 - 25 hrs. per week. $l2.00 per hr. Fax resume to (905) 831-1611. DENTAL FIELD requires re- ceptionists 5 week course trains you for this rewarding career. Call (416)269–9291 or email: drt@look.ca BOOKKEEPER wanted for con- struction company located in Stouffville. Responsibilities also include job-costing, progress billing, government remittances, and bank reconciliations. Construction knowledge a must. Simply Accounting an asset. Qualified applicants only. Please fax resume to: 905-640-8893 DISPATCHER REQUIRED for HVAC contractor. Duties in- cludes reception, invoicing, pur- chase orders and various ad- ministrative duties. Experience an asset. Please state salary expectations. Email: dbuxton@on.aibn.com Only applicants receiving interview will be contacted. EXPERIENCED LITIGATION sec- retary wanted for Ajax law firm. Minimum 5 years experience. Thorough knowledge of WordPerfect. Some knowledge of accident benefit work helpful. Excellent salary, start immediate- ly. Reply to: File#876, c/o Oshawa This Week, PO Box #481, 865 Farewell St., Oshawa L1H 7L5 ORDER ENTRY CLERK/Junior Order Desk Person for whole- sale distribution company re- quired full-time. Some experi- ence preferred but willing to train. Fax resume to: (905)470-9040. STUDENTS Evening part-time Easy phone work Salary & bonus Call for interview 905-426-1322 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ Order Takers Required $17.50 per hr. avg. Plus bonuses & trips Full training provided Call Dave for an interview 905-435-0280 International Careers TEACHING ENGLISH . 5-day TESOL Certificate Program is sponsored March 19-23rd (Evenings & week-end) at Durham District Educational Centre To register for the Open House, Feb. 12th,7 p.m. Call: 1-888-246-6512 www.intlcollegeof linguistics.com A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Transport Requires experienced Tractor & Trailer Mechanics For busy fleet shop Apply by resume only to: T.T.R. Transport 219 Wentworth St. E. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 3V7 OR Fax resume to: (905) 725-9411 Plumber THE DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Apply your 3+ years of related experience in this opportunity to assume responsibility for the installation, operation and preventive maintenance of plumbing, heating and mechanical systems in all Board buildings. You must be a licensed Plumber and/or Steamfitter and Gas Technician #1 (7 years). Your knowledge of current plumbing regulations and electrical and mechanical systems is accompanied by an ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics. A basic understanding of the interface between plumbing and HVAC equipment, including general system operating principles, is essential. This position requires a valid driver’s licence. We invite you to submit your resume, no later than Friday, February 14, 2003, to:Allan W. Jeffers, Human Resources Manager, The Durham Catholic District School Board, 650 Rossland Road West, Oshawa, ON L1J 7C4. Fax: 905-576-0923. E-mail: Allan.Jeffers@durhamrc.edu.on.ca Only applicants considered for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls, please. We are an equal opportunity employer. Learning and Living in Faith www.durhamrc.edu.on.ca Mary Ann Martin Chair of the Board Grant A. Andrews Director of Education MOULD ASSEMBLER MOULD FINISHING/ASSEMBLY Courtice area. Hand tools exp. Last minute O/T shift work. Wages based on experience. Profit Sharing - Benefits Fax resume to:(905) 434-7939 MOULD MAKER 2ND OR 3RD YR. APPRENTICE Courtice area. CNC experience CompetetiveWages Profit Sharing - Benefits Fax resume to:(905) 434-7939 ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Outdoor Media Sales. Durham Region. Experience required. Excellent compensation pkg. and working conditions. Serious applicants fax resume to: 905-987-5472 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents AUTO SALES PERSON DURHAM REGION’S VOLUME AUTO SALES LEADER 2 Sales Positions Available If you have a positive, professional attitude - We have an aggressive advertisement program, along with a large inventory and the management staff to assist you to succeed. COME JOIN THE TEAM All applications confidential Call today 905-420-2925 or Toll Free 1-866-420-3933 INVENTORY DEPARTMENT 6-Month Contracts McGraw-Hill Ryerson, one of Canada's premier publishers is looking for some individuals to join our Inventory Team. Inventory Coordinator to perform inventory analysis, expediting & receiving and report generation. • College Diploma in Operations Management or Business • Adept multi-tasker with excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Computer literate (MS Office Suite) • Inventory experience would be an asset Inventory Clerk to update Product Master File, data entry and data cleansing. • College Diploma • Strong data entry skills and excellent communication skills • Detail oriented with the ability to assess the accuracy of data entered • Computer literate (MS Office Suite) • Inventory experience would be an asset Qualified candidates should send a resume before January 31st By email to career@mcgrawhill.ca Or by fax to Human Resources at (905) 430-5020 We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. REG.D MASSAGE THERAPIST Part time Pickering. Clinic specializes in out patient orthopaedics. Experience preferred but new grads welcome. Fax resume 416-667-8627 or e-mail sdawson@acthealth.com 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental Medigas, a division of Praxair Canada Inc., a leading supplier of medical,industrial, and specialty gases, has an immediate opportunity in its Oshawa location for: HOMECARE CONSULTANT The Homecare Consultant is responsible for the initiation of prescribed respiratory therapy in the home including assessment, education, documentation, and follow-up to ensure equipment performance and client compliance. Promotion of Medigas products and services to referral sources, including educational in-services to medical/ healthcare communities are integral parts of the job. The successful candidate will be a R.R.C.P. or R.N with current registration. Previous homecare and sales experience is preferred. A valid driver's license and good safety record is essential. Please submit a detailed resume including cover letter to: LOGO Medigas, a division of Praxair Canada Inc., Attention: Human Resources 470 Lakeshore Blvd West Toronto, Ontario. M5V 2V6 Fax: 416-365-0092 Visit our Web site at www.medigas.com Praxair Canada Inc. is committed to equality of employment for women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Interested candidates from these groups are encouraged to apply. THORNTON VIEW LONG TERM CARE RESIDENCE 154 beds Accredited Facility, has the following positions available. COOK - PART TIME Previous experience in long term care an asset. Preference will be given to in- dividuals who have successfully com- pleted or are enrolled in a cooking course. Ability to meet deadline, be self directed and provide excellent customer service. DIETARY AIDE PART TIME CASUAL Previous experience in Long Term Care an asset. Preference will be given to in- dividuals who have successfully com- pleted or are enrolled in a health care food service working training program. To apply please forward your resume in confidence immediately by mail or fax to: Thornton View Long Term Care Residence 186 Thornton Road South Oshawa, Ontario LlJ 5Y2 Fax # (905) 576-0078 Attention: Manager of Food Service New England BioLabs Logo Permanent Part-Time Employment New England BioLabs is a world leader in the production of high-quality enzymes for use in medical research. NEB is seeking permanent part-time staff to perform light warehouse duties. Preference will be given to bilingual (English/French) candidates. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please respond, by mail only, to: General Manager New England Biolabs, Ltd. 1815 Ironstone Manor, Unit 6 Pickering, Ontario L1W 3W9 NEB is an equal opportunity employer. Please: no faxes, e-mails or agencies OAKWOOD RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES Continuum-of-Care Complex Whitby A new Long-Term Care (LTC) facility (120 beds) now under construction at Brock St. and Taunton Rd, scheduled to open July 2003. Future phases include a Retirement Home and Senior's Apartments. Oakwood is seeking dynamic and caring individuals for the following positions. A minimum of 3 years experience in a senior supervisory role in a LTC facility preferred but not es- sential if strong leadership skills and education/professional background are evident. GENERAL MANAGER Responsible for management of daily operations, ensure sound fiscal management and interact with government regulatory agencies. Proven people skills with a keen desire to interact with both residents and staff on a day-to-day basis. DIRECTOR OF NURSING CARE Manage the LTC Nursing Department to provide quality care. Preference will be given to applicants with DNC experience. Will consider training an individual with demonstrated leadership potential who has minimum 3 years R.N. experience in LTC. DIRECTOR OF FOOD SERVICES Manage all dietary and kitchen functions. Experience in quantity food production and knowledge of therapeutic diets. Membership in C.S.N.M. required. DIRECTOR OF RECREATION SERVICES Manage the Recreation Department and co-ordinate all resident recreation and leisure programs. Recreation and Leisure Studies diploma or degree required. Oakwood is a dynamic and innovative organization committed to the highest standards of seniors care in Ontario. APPLY IN WRITING TO: Yvonne Fried, Director of Human Resources Oakwood Retirement Communities Inc. 460 Frederick Street Kitchener, Ontario N2H 2P5 Email: yfried@rbjschlegel.com We thank all interested candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquires or faxes please. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help ®BioL abs NEW ENGLAND 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 525 Office Help INSIDE SALES PERSON re- quired for a very busy sales company in Pickering. We are looking for an energetic team player with a positive attitude and excellent telephone skills. Previous office experience and computer skills neces- sary. Bilingualism an asset. Please email resume along with salary expectations to jdavis@somcan.com PERMANENT POSITION for part-time office help required starting February. Duties will include: filing, answering phones, mailing, etc. 2-3 days/week (4-6 hours/day) $10/hr. Mail resume to Haz- masters 1915 Clements Rd. Unit 2, Pickering, ON, L1W 3V1 or fax (905)427–9901. STAFF ACCOUNTANT re- quired for accounting office in Pickering. Caseware and tax- ation experience required. Salary in the range of $35,000- $40,000. Please fax resume to: 905-686-0903 or email to: wam@cda-inc.com Sales Help & Agents530 LOCAL SPORTS ADVERTIS- ING company looking for hardworking, motivated sales people for Durham and sur- rounding area. Experience preferred but not necessary, we will train proper candidate. 15+ positions available. Email your resume to: wellbanksadvertising@hotmail.ca or call (905) 576-4425 to ar- range interview. PLUMBING AND PARTS INC. (Whitby) - Full time retail sales position. Sales experi- ence and plumbing knowledge are definite assets. Driver's license necessary. Room to grow with the company. Con- tact David (905)430-1502. A EXCELLENT P/T INCOME that we surpass your full-time income. Evening work in Sales with all preset appts. Required vehicle & cell phone. Paid train- ing. Call RainSoft for an inter- view 905-655-9053 WANTED SALES REPRESEN- TATIVES.We offer excellent salary plus profit sharing. All leads supplied. Full training provided. Vehicle required. Call (905) 426-1855. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT Required Immediately. Ex- perience required, Part-time Afternoon/Evenings AND Sat- urdays,15 to 25 hours/week for busy Wellness Clinic in Whitby. Fax Resume Attn. Mrs. Lott 905-728-5030. DENTAL ASSISTANT Level II and receptionist full-time Whitby. Send resume to: 10 Rodda Blvd., #69, Scarbor- ough, ON, M1E 2Z6 OSHAWA CENTRE DENTAL office requires an experienced dental receptionist. Part-time, evenings and Saturdays. Call 905-571-2443 or fax 905-571- 3172 FULL-TIME DENTAL ASSIS- TANT required for our Whitby office. Must have Abel experi- ence. To start immediately. Fax resume to (905)666-9057. GROWING BROOKLIN prac- tice seeking Dental Assistant/ Receptionist. Must be HARP certified. Fax resume to: 905- 432-2522 att: Carole. PART TIME MEDICAL SECRE- TARY,for busy family prac- tice clinic. Resumes to: Rossland Medical Centre, 701 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, LlN 8Y9. PART-TIME DENTAL recep- tionist/assistant required in Oshawa area. Send resume to: 2727 Courtice Rd., Unit 3B, Courtice, ON L1E 3A2, or fax to (905)436–9672. RESEARCH NURSE required full-time for busy Scarborough Cardiology office. Experience required. Immediate start. Fax CV to: 416-281-2584. Houses For Sale100 $174,900. - NORTH OSHAWA bungalow. Large garage. 2 bedroom. 66x137 lot. Updat- ed. Neil Ryan, Broker, Ryan Realty Services Ltd. 905-434- 5128. www. courticerealestate.com WHITBY OPEN HOUSE - 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, fin- ished basement. Saturday 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. $287,500. 30 Chatsworth Cres. Call Michelle (905) 427-6524. GORGEOUS NEW 4 bedroom by Lake, second floor laundry. Upgrades, hardwood/ceram- ics. A must see. South Ajax. 1-800-874-4139 ext 2591. Apt./Condos For Sale110 COURTICE 2-BEDROOM CONDO townhouse on main floor in Parkwood Village. woodburning fireplace, storm/ screen door to patio, self- cleaning oven, trash compac- tor, laundry, dishwasher, beautifully landscaped, only $135,000. 416-875-3221, Unit I-4, 1659 Nash Rd., Courtice (Trulls/Nash). Open House Saturday 12-5. Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook running through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Is- land Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf cours- es at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week- days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES AJAX - 110 Ritchie, Westney, north of 401. 1560 sq ft, $14/ft; OSHAWA- 245 King St. King/ Park, "Teddy's Plaza" 1,150- 3,100sq. ft. $16/ft. Givalas R. E. Ltd., Nick Givalas, 905-479- 4436. Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 515-sq.ft to 2495-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 SECOND FLOOR UNIT,ap- prox. 560 sq.ft. Simcoe St. N. Oshawa location. Available Feb 1st. Parking on premises. Call Kathy or Bob (905)576- 5123. Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT FUNDS $$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866 CANDY ROUTE - (Risk Free), Many success stories!! Prov- en Earner: $4K - $8K Month. www.uturncanada.com HAIR SALON FOR SALE. Oshawa. Very clean. Busy Plaza. Park Rd & 4012. Turn- key operation. $34,900. Neil Ryan, Broker, Ryan Realty Services Ltd. 905-434–5128 PHOTO BUSINESS for sale. Busy east Oshawa Plaza. Film development. Passports. Por- traits. Includes all equipment. $199,900. Neil Ryan, Broker, Ryan Realty Services Ltd. 905-434–5128 SALES. ADVANCED Commis- sions. Working from home. Helping Attorney. Get paid da- ily. 905-430-3815 WELL ESTABLISHED (at-home business) in Durham & Scar-bor- ough. Shop at home for carpets & floorings. Sales $8000+ week- ly for last 13 years. Same installers for 13 years. If you have drive, dedication, commit- ment and empty double garage Success awaits you. $29,000. Illness only reason for selling. 905-683–4422 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 A LARGE ONE BEDROOM Apartment, Wilson/Bond. 2 entrances, laundry & parking included, no pets, first/last, $725 heat/hydro included, avail. Feb. 1st 905-434-6481. $850 SCARBOROUGH,one bedroom basement, $l,800 in- clusive, Pickering, 3 bedroom new house, $l,350 inclusive, 2 bedroom basement, Anna Stinson. Min Com New Choice Realty (905) 428–4557 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOMS Available Immediately. 350 Malaga Rd, $780/month all in- clusive. No pets. Please call between 9am-9pm (905)576– 6724 or 905-242-4478. 1 BEDROOM FURNISHED basement apartment. Bloor/ Harmony. Own entrance. Parking. Clean, quiet. Suits working adult. $775/mth. Utili- ties included. First/last. 905- 720-2927 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, Liverpool/Bayly, walk to Go, parking, private entrance. Available imme- diately. $750/month all inclu- sive, Page 416-330-2096. WHITES/FINCH - brand new 1- bdrm basement apt, separate entrance, no smoking, no pets. $750 inclusive. Avail. immediately First & last. Call btwn 4-10pm. 905-421–9778. BRAND NEW one bedroom basement apt. By Pickering Town Centre. Available im- mediately. No smoking/no pets. $800. CAll 905-831- 3830 or 416-219-7339. 1 BEDROOM apartment, $725/mo. including utilities, March 1st. Immaculate, newer building, accommodating quality tenants only, in decent Oshawa neighborhood, 905- 439-8893/ 905-743-0823 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. for rent. Separate entrance. Suits adults. Working couple preferred. No laundry, pets, smoking. $850. Call 905-427- 5248 OSHAWA King/Simcoe 2- BEDROOM APT. Avail. Feb. 1st. $825/month inclusive. Contact Val 905-720-0255. 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, separate entrance, South Ajax, no smoking/pets. $750 inclusive. First/last, ref- erences. (905)831–4290 days (905)426-3687 evenings, ask for Jeff. AJAX -67 Church St. Large 2- bdrm avail. Jan. & Feb. in- cludes parking, hydro, new appliances. $1050/month. First & last. (905)426-1161 AJAX,bright legal basement, 1-bedroom, jacuzzi, 3 appl., air, parking, laundry. No smoking/pets. Immediate $800 inclusive w/cable. 905- 426-6467 after 6p.m. HUGE AJAX -Modern 2 bed- room basement, separate en- trance, 4 appliances, one parking, new paint and carpet asking $l,000 inclusive. Im- mediate Brad. (905) 426–2983 AJAX, 1-BDRM basement, bright & clean, new carpeting, share laundry, $850 inclusive, Available Feb. 1st. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077ext. 24, Evenings/Weekends 905- 442-0020 AJAX, BACHELOR basement apartment, immediately, suit mature single professional person, furnished, private bathroom, near all amenities, no pets/smoking. $525. nego- tiable. Westney South. 905- 428-6385. AJAX, basement apartments, newly built, Separate en- trance, 4 piece bathroom, kitchen with ceramic floor. 1- bedroom $700, avail. immd. 2-bedroom $800 avail Mar.1 Call 905-427–8667. AJAX, HWY 2 & HARWOOD 1-bedroom available imme- diately. Separate entrance, appliances, shared laundry, parking and more $700 plus 1/3 utilities (905)428-3409 or (416)980-4373. AJAX- KINGS' CRES.,base- ment-apt., recently renovated w/fireplace, private entrance, laundry, 2-car parking, CAC, large yard, close to 401. $725. 905-426–4213 ALTONA/SHEPPARD 1-bed- room basement apartment. Quiet neighbourhood, 1 park- ing included. No pets. Single accommodation $750 all in- clusive. Available Feb 1st. First/last. Call Abid Jafri (905)837–2265 after 1pm. (snp) AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - large private one-bedroom bachelor apt., suitable for sin- gle professional. Dagmar/ Lakeridge Rd. area. $850/hy- dro included. 1st/last, refer- ences. No smoking/no pets. 905-655–3096 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whitby Apt. building, spa- cious, carpeted, newly paint- ed, with balcony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1- bedroom $800 2-bedroom, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767-2565. BASEMENT 1-bedroom apart- ment, clean, quiet, gas fire- place, cable, laundry, parking, non-smoker, Rossland/Sim- coe. No pets. Available im- mediately first/last $625. Call (905)432–1947. BASEMENT APARTMENT, open concept, appliances, parking. No smoking/pets. Near PTC, 401, Pickering Flea Market. Available immediate- ly. $670/month inclusive. Call Helen (905)427–5347. BAYLY/LIVERPOOL,1-bdrm basement apt, newly renovat- ed, separate entrance, laun- dry, parking, no pets/smoking. $700 inclusive. First/last. Avail. Feb 1st. 905-831–8654 BROOKLIN - 2 bed. apt., 4 appli- ances, $795. 1 bed. apt., 2 appliances, $625, both redeco- rated, first/last/references, plus hydro, on second floor. Available now. 905-424-9743. BRAND NEW 1 bedroom basement apartment, Altona/ Pinegrove. Separate entrance, A/C, avail. immediately, first/ last, no smoking/pets. $800/ month. Call 905-509-4755 or 647-281-3089 CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bdrm Avail. March & April 1st $825. Well-maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723- 0977 9am-5pm CONDO available Feb.1/03. completely renovated; 2 bed- rooms; 3 bathrooms; private laundry. North end Oshawa $925 monthly. Contact: 905 242-7684 CENTRAL PICKERING, beau- tiful, cozy 1-bedroom base- ment. Parking, ceramics, air, 4pc bath. Available imme- diately. $695/mo inclusive. Only first required. 905-837- 1694, 416-358-0754 FOR SINGLE EXECUTIVE - Ajax, brand new large one bedroom apt. at ground level. Approx. 800 sq. ft. available. $800 plus utilities. Avail. Feb. 28th No pets/No smokers. Call Fred 905-619-9500. GREAT PICKERING location- 1 bdrm w/separate entrance, $700.00/mth incl. Utilities. Close to schools and shop- ping. no pets please. Available immediately. Call Elvira at 905-683–2100 HARWOOD/KINGSTON RD. Rooms for rent in quiet exec- utive home. Washer, dryer, cable incl. Available immediately. 416- 595-9526, 416-826-0340. LARGE 2 BEDROOM +OFFICE. Pr. Parking, separate entrance. Fridge/Stove/Utils incl. $900/mo. N Ajax close to 401. Avail.Mar 1st. (647)290-6067 LARGE 2-BEDROOM basement apartment with lots of windows in Oshawa. Good central residen- tial area. All incl. NON-SMOKER ONLY! First and last, $875/month. Please call Brian at 905-261-1420. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY,spacious 2-bedroom basement apart- ment, washer, dryer, parking, no smoking, no pets. $925 in- clusive. March 1st. Call (905)837–0766, leave mes- sage. LOVELY TWO BEDROOM sunny apartment on main floor. Use eat in kitchen, fridge/stove. Near shopping/ bus route. $800 inclusive. Available March 1. Call 434- 8781 after 6pm. MAGILL/WESTNEY walk-out 2 bdrm basement apt, close to amenities, 1-parking, $850 in- clusive. Available imme- diately. No smoking, no pets. (905)686-1371, (905)427- 6622. NEW SPACIOUS one bedroom upper lever of duplex. Fridge, stove, separate driveway & entrance w/porch, near OC, no smoking/pets, $750+hydro, first/last references required. Avail March 1. Mary 905-436- 3446 NEWCASTLE ONE BEDROOM basement apartment. Sepa- rate entrance, very large & bright. Fridge, stove, laundry, gas fireplace in living room. Parking for 1 vehicle. 2 minutes to 401. $750 month inclusive. Available Feb.1. 905-987-2040. NORTH AJAX - Pickering Beach/Hwy. 2, one bed. base- ment, bright, large windows, parking, sep. entrance, laun- dry, c/air/vac, 4pc bath, newly painted, non-smoker/no pets. $695/inclusive. Available im- mediately. Ted. 905-686–2239 OSHAWA SPACIOUS 2-bdrm in duplex. Kitchen w/fridge, stove, living-room, dining- room. Backyard access. Available immediately. $950 inclusive. No pets/smoking. Call after 5:30pm 905-728- 1963 OSHAWA - OXFORD OFF MILL Two - 2 bedroom in quiet building, balcony living room, dining room, monthly rent $865 inclusive. No dogs please. Feb. lst. Call 905- 721-2232. OSHAWA - WHITBY,modern 2 bedroom apartment, from $810 plus hydro, in low rise, fridge, stove, parking, laundry included. lst/last, references required. Available imme- diately. For Oshawa (905) 728-8066, for Whitby (905) 442-8802. OSHAWA 2 AND 3 BEDROOM apartment, laundry room each floor. Very quiet, exclu- sive, adult lifestyle building. No pets. 905-579-9016 OSHAWA,Simcoe/Taunton, large bachelor apt. Avail. im- mediately. $650/month In- cludes utilities, cable, fridge & stove. Non smoking. First, last, references. 905-725– 1229. OSHAWA,Freshly painted updated decor, 2-bedroom, $725 plus hydro in clean, quiet bldg includes parking, laun- dry on site. Available March lst. (905)434–9844. OSHAWA large 2-bedroom w/new windows & storage, laundry facilities, parking for 2. $700/month plus hydro. Available March. 1 No pets. 905-576–4229 OSHAWA large 2-bedroom w/ new windows & storage, laun- dry facilities, parking for 1. $750/month plus hydro. Avail- able March 1. No pets. 905- 576–4229 PARK/401 BUS STOP IN front of quite triplex. Main floor apt. avail. immediately. Walkout kitchen to deck. $650 plus hy- dro. Call 905-579-4064 or 905- 432-0840 PICKERING WHITE'S RD South, 1-BDRM walk-out basement, full kitchen, 4pc- bath, separate laundry, private patio, parking, no pets, non- smoking, female preferred. $850 incl. 905-839–0067 PICKERING - EXECUTIVE home, basement apartment, parking, all inclusive, in- cludes cable, single working person preferred, $800. lst/ last. Avail. immediately. (905)420-8376 PICKERING - West Shore, bright 2 bedroom basement apt, separate entrance, park- ing, c/air, avail March 1. $800 inclusive. 905-831–3681 AJAX 2-Bedroom basement, 4-appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, GO. $850+1/2 utilities. Avail- able March 1. Call Richard Days 416-865-7864 Evenings/ Weekends 905-686-9662. WHITES RD. & 401 1 bed- room basement apartment, separate entrance, $695 in- clusive, first/last. Avail. im- mediately. No pets, no smok- ing. 905-421-9968 PICKERING, BRAND NEW 1- bedroom basement apart- ment, Brock/Major Oaks, Available Immediately Sepa- rate laundry, separate en- trance, first/last, no pets, $775. (416)402–7150. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regen- cy Cres., Whitby. 50+ Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to downtown. Dai- ly activities incl. All utilities included. Call 905-430-7397. AJAX SOUTH,1 bedroom basement, sep./ent, 4 ap- pliances, 1 car parking, no smoking/pets, first/last, refer- ences, Avail Mar.1, $850. 905-683–9396. SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 2 bedroom, air, 5 ap- pliances, $1,360. per mo. Available from March lst. Call (905) 571–3760 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA -Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities included. 1- bdrm, Feb 1st, $729/mo., 2- Bedroom, immediately & March 1, $829/mo. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm SMALL 1-BEDROOM apt. avail- able February 1st. King/Harm- ony. $600/mth, utilities, one parking space included. No pets, no smoking. Phone 905-579- 3328 Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm SOUTH PICKERING, 2 bed- room basement apt., separate entrance, to huge livingroom, dining room, large eat in kitchen breakfast bar, 4 pc. bath, walk to Go and shops. Call 905-420–6992. SPACIOUS 1 bedroom apt, Colborne and Division St. $675 monthly call Brumley Real Estate Lt. 668–0515, 950-665-7170 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 TESTA RD. UXBRIDGE. One and two bedroom apts. available. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call 905-852-2534 WHITBY - 3 BEDROOM main floor, 5 appliances, 2 car parking, close to schools, shopping. $1200+1/2 utilities. Available Feb. lst. Richard - Days 416-865-7864 Evenings/ Weekends 905-686-9662. 534 MARY ST., WHITBY - clean quiet low-rise building, park-like setting, balconies, on-site laun- dry, close to downtown, bus at front door, 905-666-2450. WHITBY newly finished one- bedroom apt. 3 appliances c/air, cable, laundry, parking, walk-in closet, steps to GO. $800/month inclusive, first/ last. Feb 1. 905-665-0792 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E., park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balco- ny, parking. 905-430–5420 WHITBY 2-Bedroom base- ment, 4-appliances, parking, close to schools, shopping. $850+1/2 utilities. Available Feb 1. Call Richard Days 416- 865-7864 Evenings/Weekends 905-686-9662. Condominiums For Rent180 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. ROSSLAND / THORNTON Quiet, luxury 2 bedroom pent- house, fireplace, balcony, $l,075 mth. incls., cable t.v., parking. No smoker/pets. (705) 887-2508. Houses For Rent185 A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600. 3 BEDROOM home in central Pickering. Available imme- diately. Location close to schools and parks. $1450/ mth. call Elvira 905-683–2100 OSHAWA 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, good access to 401, $950 plus. Immediate. Also one bedroom basement apt. $500 plus. Parking/fenced yard. (905) 201–0449 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free record- ed message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Cosma. AJAX HARWOOD/BAYLY beautiful 3 bedroom semi, main floor, laundry, parking, C/Air, no pets/smoking, March 1. $1050+utilities. 905-686- 8104, 905-767-2642 AJAX BY THE LAKE,3-bed- room newly renovated home, A/C, familyroom, 5 applianc- es, large fenced yard -patio, across from park. Available April 1 or sooner. $1450+ util- ities. (905)430–2587 BROCK RD. /HWY.2 Im- maculate 3 bedroom home for rent. 1 1/2 baths. Close to schools and shopping call 416-444-7391 ext 241 HOMES & APARTMENTS FOR rent - $650 to $1150. Imme- diate availability. Full finished Bowmanville home or spa- cious 1 bedroom Whitby apartment with fireplace. Call Rob (905)-436-1336. NEAR O/C new, spacious 3 bedroom, main level, 2 bath- rooms, appliances, dishwash- er, built-in microwave, hard- wood, separate driveway, fenced yard w/deck, no smok- ing/pets. $1250+hydro, first/ last, references required. 905- 436-3446 Mary OSHAWA, Wilson/Olive, beautiful 3-bdrm bungalow, newly renovated, ceramic/ hardwood floors, 5 appliances, next to schools/shopping. Avail. immediately, $1075 monthly + 2/3 utilities. Call (289)314–1482 PICKERING main floor, 3 bed- rooms, 2 car parking, suitable for working adults. Avail March 1. No smoking, no dogs, inclusive $1100. Refer- ence check, leave message, 905-420–8308. PICKERING- LIVERPOOL,south of 401, 3-bedroom upper floor of detached bungalow. Hardwood floors. Shared laundry. Available March 1st. $1200+ 1/2 utilities. References. (905)837-1925, (416)461–9735 PICKERING spotless 3 bed- room bungalow main floor, eat in kitchen, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, c/air/c/vac, jacuzzi tub, 4 appliances, 2- car park. No smoking/pets. First/last. $1100/mo.+1/2 utili- ties. 905-837–0227 SMALL b right cottage for rent. Pickering Beach area. Steps to Lake. 2 bedrooms, living- room, bath kitchen, bathroom, basement laundry. Parking. No smoking or pets. 6 mos. lease. 1st and last required. References. 6 months plus utilities. Call 905-683-8804. SOUTH AJAX main floor, 3 bed- room semi bungalow, laundry, parking, references, 1st/last, no pets/smoking, Feb. 1st. $1,100 plus. (905) 686–6773 SOUTH AJAX,near Lake, 6 months new, 3 bedroom semi detached, 1750 sq. ft., main floor family room, master en suite, $1500 month plus utili- ties. call Michelle, or Bobby at 905-683–1790. 3 BDRM WITH GARAGE, big yard, close to downtown & 401, $1200, no smoking/dogs. Incl. utilities. Call after 4pm (905)436-2897. WHITBY - Main level 3-bed- room bungalow. Very clean, great area, parking, yard, a/c, laundry, appliances/fireplace. No pets. Available imme- diately, $1100+utilities. 905- 686-6718. WHITBY, SPACIOUS 3 bedroom, immaculate. Close to GO & 401, schools and shopping. Avail. Feb.1, 905-427–5128. NORTH OSHAWA,semi, clean, bright, 3+1 bdrms, 1 1/2 baths, eat-in kitchen, main floor laundry, quiet, non smokers. $1025+, March 1st, 905-576–3830 Townhouses For Rent190 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. KING AND TOWNLINE area Courtice. Large 3 bedroom townhouses. Garage, 4 ap- pliances. $1050 +hydro. Available Feb. 1st. Call (905)721-8213. OSHAWA,Taunton & Simcoe, (1333 Mary St.,), 3 bedroom townhouse, $925 plus gas, large kitchen, no appliances, avail. March 1, Condolyn Management, 905-428–9766 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood floor- ing Outdoor pool, sauna Children's playground Close to all amenities Fenced back- yards. (905) 436-3346 WAVERLY ST. N., Oshawa - 3 bedroom townhomes, $1095- $1195 in friendly complex. Near all amenities, play- ground, schools. Call 905-743- 9665 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 WHITBY, ROSSLAND/Bas- sett, Spotlessly clean fur- nished bedroom, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non- smoking, Suit quiet person. Near amenities. $400/month first/last 905-665-8504 AJAX ROOM for rent fur- nished/unfurnished, parking, laundry, cable, large yard, near GO, shopping, first/last, $450/mo. Feb.1 references. 905-428-9003, Karen. BRAND NEW HOME Ross- land/Cockrane in Whitby. Bus route, furnished room, imme- diate, from $400+. Student/ professional/quiet, good char- acter preferred. 905-439-2538 416-438-2559 SHARE 5PC. BATH w/1 other, large furnished bedroom, North Ajax home. Share mod- ern kitchen/laundry; Cable- Plus, Rogers Hi-speed inter- net, parking, no pets, $495 first/last, immediate. (905)683–3864 ROOM FOR RENT AJAX/ne- gotiable 905-428-3996 Ezio. Room For Rent Pickering $400 inclusive. 905-839-8682 Stephanie. QUIET FURNISHED clean room. Share kitchen, laundry and bath. Lan for computer, suit mature non-smoking quiet exec. $100/week. North Osha- wa. 905-436-3597. ROOM FOR RENT,laundry, parking included. Full use of house, Ajax area. $475 month. lst/last, Available immediately (905) 426–8568,Cell (416) 569-8564 Shared Accommodation194 BRAND NEW TOWNHOUSE to share, Rossland/Cochrane area. 2-bdrms, own 4pc bath, share all facilities. Avail March 1/03. $650/month in- clusive, Prefer single, non- smoker. First/last, references. Call 905-579-8264 ROOM available immediate- ly. Located 3-storey beautiful detached home, Grandview S. Oshawa. 2 bathrooms, laun- dry, near Mall, parking, bus at door. Full use personal training studio. $475/month/ inclusive. 905-243-2520. OSHAWA, male preferred to share w/mature professional male. Quiet area, parking, no smoking/pets. Completely furnished includes TV in room. Avail now. First/last. 905-720–1533. WHITBY HOME to share w/ owner. Includes large bed- room plus own den, bathroom, phone, internet, cable, park- ing. Share laundry, kitchen, large deck. $650/inclusive (416)209-4857. Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, 2-3 bedroom furnished manufac- tured homes. 85º pool, 105º hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions, NHL Hockey ($8/seat), Horse/dog Tracks, Blue Jay/Yankee Baseball. Children welcome. From March 15th on. Cana- dian Owner (727)538-2123 ST. PETES, FLORIDA bunga- low, 110ft water frontage on Tampa Bay. 2-bedrooms plus excellent sofabed. Private dock, fishing equipment, more! Near Disney, Bush Gardens, golf course, major attractions. Dolphins will visit everyday guaranteed, weekly/ monthly. Photos available. (905)725–8710. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 HUNTER'S DELIGHT - 9ft. slide in TRUCK CAMPER, 2 beds, stove with oven, fridge, furnace, washroom and hot water, can be seen at Castle- ton Hills Trailer Park, Lot 4 or call 1-866-241-2224 or 905- 344-7838. Snowmobiles233 1994 SKIDOO MX-470 excel- lent condition, $2500 includes 2003 trail pass. Call 905-718- 1467 1998 SKI-DOO Formula 583 Deluxe Like New 2700Km, Reverse, Mirrors, etc. 2003 Trail Pass, Fast $4200 Phone 905-852-6302 to Leave Mes- sage SKIDOO PACKAGE - 94 Grand Touring 583cc, liquid-cooled, reverse, 9.5 km, new rear suspension, - 94 Safari De- luxe 377cc., new rear sus- pension, 10K km, double north trail trailer, all excellent con- dition, asking $6,500. Call af- ter 5 p.m.(905) 579-0516. Hobbies & Crafts237 FOLK ART classes available, all levels, beginners our spe- ciality, one stroke beginners seminars also available. Shift workers accommodated. Call (905) 576-3947 for informa- tion. Bargain Centre309 WHITE METAL BUNK BED, single top/double bottom, double mattress incl. Guest room use only. $150. 905- 683–2609 Articles For Sale310 DANBY FREEZER 5 CU. FT. SCRATCH AND DENT $199. New danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dry- ers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576– 7448. 2 CYNDI LAUPER Tickets, middle of stage, excellent seats, Feb. 15th, Casino Rama, $30.00 (save $20). 705-328-0402. AJAX 3 bed. main floor semi, Mar. 1st. $950. plus 60% util. First/last, References No smokers/pets. 905-839-5223 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office905-432-7200Ability R. E.Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. WHITES/401 Large 1-bedroom basement apt. Fireplace, a/c, parking, cable, utilities incl. $800/month. Non-smokers, no pets. First/last. Avail. immediately. Call (905)837-9378 RPNS Westshore Retirement Village, in Port Perry. Requires RPNs for part time night positions. Please fax resume to 905-985-1881 or phone Judy Life 905-985-8660 RECEPTIONIST for "New Home" Real Estate office in Ajax. Full/Part-time. Computer exp. preferred, but not essential. Call for appt. 416-258-4060 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 PAGE 17 A/P BUSINESSES WANTED We are interested in growing our business into new areas by acquisitions or partner- ships. If you have a Durham Region / Northumberland County area business that would benefit from more promotion, we may be interested in talking with you. Our interest is primarily, but not restricted to, businesses in the areas of publishing, distribution, printing, customer fulfillment, consumer and trade shows, and advertising agencies. Please write to: File #825, c/o Oshawa This Week PO Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Email:morebusinesswanted@hotmail.com describing the nature of your business with addresses / phone numbers to contact you. We will only contact businesses of interest. 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax 2 & 3 bed. apartments. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent MANORS OF BRANDYWINE 45 GENERATION BLVD. APT 122__________________________________ Hwy. 401 & Meadowvale Blvd. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Freshly painted with new carpets, blinds, and ceiling fans. Air conditioned, close to schools, shopping and Toronto Zoo. Call to view:(416) 284-2873 Email: brandywine@goldlist.com RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca 1011 Simcoe St., N. • 3-bedroom renovated townhouses • Available immediately. • Inquire about our Move-In Bonus • from $995 including parking & utilities • On-Sight Resident Manager (905) 579-7649 525 Office Help 100 Houses For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 192 Rooms For Rent & Wanted 190 Townhouses For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 185 Houses For Rent A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271-4534. A-1 CARPETS! CARPETS! CARPETS! 3 rooms (30 yds.) commercial carpet $285 or Berber carpet from $375 in- cludes installation and FREE upgrade to 12 mm pad. Many other great choices to choose from. FREE shop at home service. Whitby to Cobourg area. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905-242-3691 or 905-373- 2260. MATCHING LOVESEATS $450/ pr; Oak pedestal table +chairs $500; black 6pc. bedroom $400; captain's bed $150; gas stove 3yrs $400; freezer 3yrs $150; washing machine $175; fridge $150; apt. size washer $175; side-by-side fridge 3yr $775; poster bed $225. 905- 260-2200 PIANO/CLOCK January Clear- nance Sale starts Jan. 24th on all Models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Fridg- es $100/up, stoves $150/up, washers & dryers $350/pr. Washers $175/up, dryers $150/up. Stackable washer/ dryer $499/up. Portable dish- washer $175/up. Large se- lection of appliances. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/serv- ice. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11- 4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. AREA RUGS,3 available, tra- ditional, size 44"x26". Antique pink and green. (905)697– 9462. (snp) BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, mattress, box, frame. Never used. still packaged cost $1025, sell $450. Call 647- 271-4534 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including prem- ier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, com- mercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, pad and in- stallation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Dur- ham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. COMPUTERS: Bits and Bytes Computer Services, Complete Systems Internet Ready: P200-$185; P2/350-$275; P3/ 500-$435; P2/233 Toshiba Laptop-$475. New CD-RW in- stalled for $85 w/system pur- chase. Computer accessories avail. 90-day Warranty on Re- furished Systems, Layaway Plan avail. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes. CONTENTS: ESTATE wonder- ful quality- pristine condition, Elizabeth Barry Waterco- lours, Lladros, Hummell, Dal- ton, spectacular costume jewellery incl. Haskell, etc., armoires, wicker and rattan, Drexel BR suite, diningroom suite, bookcases, fabulous garden furniture incl. plant stands, cache-pots, trellises, antique iron garden urn, etc. Brass bed, dressers, lamps, china, lovely decorator ac- cess. kitchenware, exquisite linens, great designer clothing & access., office supplies, records, books galore, & much more! 117 Tremount St. (Thickson N. to Winchester, west -follow signs.) Sat. Jan 25th, 10-5pm Sun noon-5pm. No early birds. DINING SET, SOLID OAK! Large, elegant table with 2 leaves, 6 chairs $750. White crib & mattress $100. Double stroller $85. (905)509–8343. DININGROOM 13 PCE cher- rywood. Double pedestal. 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. DININGROOM SUITE - Beau- tiful solid oak & hickory, hutch & buffet, 6 padded chairs. Paid $9000, asking $3200 (purchased from Wilsons Fur- niture). Call after 6pm 905- 436-1453 HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, new in boxes, must sacrifice; new mattress sets, twin, dou- ble, queen 60% off retail. Call today 416-771-8694 ELECTRIC HOSPITAL bed, with side rails, approx. 8-10 years old, in good working condition, asking $500. (905)509–1049 after 4pm. JAMES LUMBERS "Mr. Hock- ey' (Gordie Howe)-$450, Basil Ede "Mallard Ducks"-$400. Carl Brenders "Companions" (Wolves) $500. All prints numbered, framed, double matted, mint condition call Ken 905-728–5199. KING SIZE BEDSPREAD, bed skirt and two pillow shams. Moss green, suitable for tradi- tional bedroom. 905-697-9462 (snp) KITCHEN CUPBOARDS,upper and lower with counter tops, wood grain finish, spotless, like new, 3 sections plus! Call 905- 623-2295 to view. MOVING SALE: Sofa & loveseat, new, dining set w/4 chairs, Panasonic stereo system, microwave, 1 Meg computer including all software, table/ chairs, etc. (905)426–6725. OAK DINING ROOM TABLE - w/6 chairs, padded backs $800. Oak kitchenette round table w/4 chairs $300. Excel- lent Condition. 905-668–6052. PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS Stealth chip $60; PS2 neo 2.5 $95, Applechip $200, XBOX chip now avail. All work guar- anteed. Call East of Whitby (905)721-2365 or West of Whitby 416-456-4953. RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SATELLITE STUFF check out www.dssjunk.com. SOFA BED, rust, $150, loveseat, rust $100, recliner, medium brown, $90, 2 man bucksaws, $45 each. 905-373-6082. SOLID OAK china cabinet, matching 44" round table w/leaf, medium colour, ball&claw foot. $1800. 4 off-white damask- Parson chairs $400; wing chair $300. 905-686–2286 STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. WOODGRAIN CRIB with mattress, $100; diamond RING 1/2-carat (worth $2500) $995; GUITARS w/cases, Gibson $250, Simon & Patrick 12-string $300; 1910 fully re- stored antique ORGAN $800. 905-809-8613 Vendors Wanted316 5TH ANNUAL Garden & Landscape Show. Children's Arena Oshawa, April 11th 12th, 13th, Vendor space available. Call Sharon Dick- son 905-579-4400 ext. 2285 to reserve your booth. Spon- sored by Oshawa Whitby This Week EXHIBITORS WANTED for the "What Women Really Want Show." February 1 & 2nd, 2003. Hilton Suites Hotel Con- vention Centre & Spa, Mark- ham. Prime booth space still available. Call 1-888-211- 7288 ext 227 snp VENDORS NEEDED - The Oshawa This Week Home Show March 28 - March 30. New promotion, new format. Call Devon 905-579-4400 ext. 2236. Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. AAA-LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for acreage to cut. and landclearing work. 905- 427–1734 FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Pet, Supplies Boarding370 PUPPIES-Poodles , Husky X, Shepherd X, Lab X; Fox& Boston Terriers, Yellow Lab, Shi-tzu, Border Collies, Bea- gles, Jack Russell & Rat Ter- riers 905-831-2145. Cars For Sale400 1975 CHRYSLER NEWPORT, 2 dr.hdtp, 400 auto, new dual exhaust, strong runner, needs work, no rust, $1000. 1-705- 328-2212. 1975 OLDSMOBILE TORNA- DO 455 engine & front drive trany, new top end, low miles, can hear running $1000. obo. 1-705-328-2212. 1986 HONDA ACCORD 267000 km, e-tested. $1200 obo. 905-666–0462 1986 TOYOTA CELICA running condition $1200. Call (905)619–1046. 1987 JEEP COMANCHE ex- cellent condition, new engine will certify, $1500 as is or $1750 certified obo. 1991 Chev. Cavalier, will certify, $1000 as is, $1250 certified obo. 905-720–1644 1987 SUNBIRD GT,2 dr. auto, red, 150K., clean, air, cert. $2,500 or best offer. (905) 242–6227 1989 CHEV 3/4 TON SL 2500 series. Immaculate body, runs like new. Emission tested. 152,000km. New checker- board tool box and Reese hitch $7,750 o.b.o. 905-985- 2746 or email: jfmcmul- len@city.pickering.on.ca 1993 CHEV CAVALIER 4-dr, 4- cyl, auto, 169k, power locks, remote trunk release, A/C blows at a chilly 40ºF. AM/FM cassette certified/emission tested this is one beautiful car, that you should not pass up! $3495. 905-571-5138 1992 LESABRE,certified, emission passed $3995 (227k) 1992 Ford Crown Vic- toria, certified, emission passed (175k) $3995. Even- ings (905)579–0191. 1993 CHEVY CORSICA,4 dr., 3.1 auto, loaded, cassette, air, all power, nice shape, certi- fied and emissions, 200,000kms., asking $2350. 1989 Chrysler New Yorkers, 4 dr., 3 litre, loaded, Landau top, moon roof, air, power every- thing, excellent shape, certi- fied and emission, 220.000kms. asking $1,850. Will consider what have you as part payment. 905-404– 8695. 1994 ACHIEVA,white, very clean, 120,000km on engine, new brakes, new tires, e-test- ed, certified. 3500-obo. It won't last. 905-434-8029 1995 HONDA CIVIC,162km, auto, am/fm cass, 15" Acura rims with low profile tires in-cluded. $6,750. cert. & E-test-ed. 905- 668–5294 1995 HONDA CIVIC,2 door coupe, 5-speed, red, a/c, pow- er mirrors, $6999.99 certified & e-tested or $6500 as is. Call (905)404–8684 (snp) 1996 CHEV. CAVALIER., 2 dr. blue, 4 cyl. auto, air, am/fm cass., 113K, $5995; 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, 4 dr, burgundy, V6, auto, air, loaded, Gold Pkg., 163K, $4495; 1995 Lumina LS, 4 dr. blue, V6 auto, air, loaded, 240K, $4295; 1992 Chevy Cavalier, 4 dr, light blue, 4 cyl. auto, air, 120K, $3295; 1991 Chevy Beretta GT, 2 dr, white, V6 loaded, 211K, $2995; 1990 Buick LeSabre, 4 dr, dark blue, 3800 V6, loaded, 152K, $3295; 1989 Chevy Cavalier Z-24, burgundy, 2 dr, V6, 191K, $2795; 2000 Dodge Dakota ext. cab, 2 wheel drive, auto, 115K, $17,995; 1996 Pontiac Trans-port Sport ext., Green, auto, air, rear heat, 210K, $5295; 1995 GMC Safari ext., loaded, two-tone burgundy, ext- burgundy, int. running boards, 175K, $6495; 1991 Dodge Caravan, V6, 3.3 auto, air, blue 195K, $3295; 1987 Jeep YJ, white hardtop, 6 cyl, 5 spd, 201K, 4X4, $3495; All vehicles cert. & e-tested. 12 month war- ranty and oil spray rustproofing incl. DIAMOND AUTO SALES, 221 Westney Rd. S. Ajax. 905- 619-1900 1996 SATURN SL2,automatic, 4 door, 4 cylinder, power windows and locks, cruise control, good condition, 149,000 ki., $6,000. certified. (905) 686–3216 1997 CHRYSLER INTREPID. black, 4-door, dual air-bags, power windows, locks & steer- ing, air, 127,000km. Certified, e- tested $6500. 905-619–3689 leave message 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER LE - Heated, power, leather seats, power DL/windows, sunroof, CD/cassette, alumi- num alloy wheels, certified, excellent condition. $15,900 905-436–6454. 1997 VW GOLF CL HATCH- BACK black excellent condi- tion new tires one owner stan- dard a/c am/fm cassette. Will certify. $6900. 905-668-9744 2001 BUICK LESABRE Cus- tom, silver, very clean, well maintained with only 42,000 mostly highway kms. Certified & e-tested. (905)728–1517 ASSUME LEASE,2yr remain- ing on a 4yr lease. GM 2001 black Cavalier. 2dr, auto, air, cd player, p/l, keyless entry, 46km used, 50k remaining, mint condition. Low monthly $289/month (tax incl) 905- 767-6566 or 905-263-2481snp dealers-by-street.com. Visit local online Dealers - In just 3 clicks. Over 1,400 and grow- ing!!! Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 69,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass tonneau, box liner, etc. $19,999. Call (905)404– 8242 (snp) Trucks Wanted415 WANTED - 1966-71 JEEP parts. V6 Buick 225 engine, oil bath air cleaner assembly. Call 905-721-2844 snp Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1985 JEEP CJ-7, 91 YJ body, new, motor, trans, front & rear diffs 10,000kms ago, 4:10 gears, Detroit lockers front & rear. 35" mud tires too much to list $5000. Call (905)404– 8684 (snc) 1997 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, loaded, immaculate condition, 57,000 km. $15,000 firm. Call 705-878-7011 2001 FORD WINDSTAR LX, silver. 7 passenger, 4dr, air, p/ w, p/l, am/fm cassette, abs brakes, $19,500 certified/e- tested, excellent condition. 905-922-2625 LOST WEDDING & Engagement ring set in Ajax. Fused together. Reward. Call 905-427-0622. Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 F.C.S.LIVE-IN NANNIES from Overseas. No Agency Fees. Chosen to suit your needs. 905-885-8459. F/T LIVE-IN NANNY req'd to look after 18 month old. Non smoker. Willing to work dif- ferent shifts. Minimum wage. Please call btwn 7-9pm 905- 428–8661 NANNY FOR 3 children. Ajax. Housekeeping/meal prep/ evening care required. Must speak English/have car. Ref- erences. Fax resume 905- 427-5235. PART TIME/FULL TIME/possi- ble live-in nanny needed. Sin- gle mom needs loving, caring individual to help look after 20-month-old daughter. Housekeeping, cooking etc. Build hours around right per- son. Must speak fluent Eng- lish, have experience or ECE- diploma. Eleanor 905-619- 2038 Daycare Available273 HWY 2/HARWOOD area. Re- liable daycare in my home. Affordable rates. Non-smok- ing. Full-time. 6 months to 3 years. 905-428–2676. HARWOOD/HWY #2 AREA. I offer lots of fun and activities for your wee one. All ages ex- cepted. Flexible hours, great rates! Tax Receipts! Call Mary at (905)426-8204. PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. www.durhamdaycare.com for parents and home care pro- viders in the Durham Region. Complete on-line listing free. Helping you find quality child- care.1-888-816-5950 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAY- CARE non-smoking, reliable/ experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Play- room/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / King- ston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839– 7237 Daycare Wanted274 CAREGIVER NEEDED with lit- tle housekeeping. Full-time, 2 children, non smoker, experi- ence + references. Whites Rd/Highview Rd on bus route. Call (905)837-5560. EXPERIENCED FULL-TIME nanny required for active Pickering family with 3 child- ren. Rule to include House- keeping, meal prep, groceries & errands. Must have car. References & resume. Please call evenings: (905)837–3295. MATURE STUDENT needed to babysit 8 & 10 year old after school. Valleyfarm & Dell- brook area. Call (905)697– 8704 Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. APPROVAL GUARANTEED!!! All type loans within 24 hrs. Car loan specialists. Call (416)888-9936 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.35% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 House Cleaning556 AAMAZING CLEANING INC. Too busy? Too tired? or Just don't like cleaning? Bonded & Insured. Serving Durham Re- gion. Call Teresa (905)571– 0080 to arrange a cleaning by one of our experienced staff. HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable, ex- perienced person with flexible hours. Reasonable rates. Call 905-434-9767. QUALITY HOUSE CLEANING serving Durham since 1985. I'm very thorough & reliable. Low Rates. Excellent Refer- ences. Call Jayne (905)683– 3864. You've tried the rest, now call the best. Two Cleaning Ladies Avail. Mon.- Fri. All floors hand washed 905-442–5772 KLASSIC CLEANING Weekly , Biweekly, or Monthly Service Reliable, thorough Mary (905)428-1648 Helen (905)427-6622 KELLY'S DOMESTIC SOLUTIONS QUALITY HOME CLEANING Fully Bonded & Ins. Call Kelly (905) 420-8500 1464 Whites Rd, Pickering Free Estimates NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-6666 • Oshawa – 905-427-2828 • Toronto – 416-289-3673 • Fax – 905-839-6008 WE CAN HELP - FAST APPROVALS • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. Car $10,000 • APR 19% • Payment $322.78/mo. • 48 months • C.O.B. $4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history. SALES LIMITED WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 www.durhamregion.com NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering 1-866-570-0045 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 325 Auctions 325 Auctions Port Oshawa Vessel for Sale 47ft, 1963 Chris Craft Connie, twin diesel, Detroit 4-71, wood inboard diesel cruiser. Diesel generator/radar/parts. "Finisterre IV" Registration No-03225715. "As Is, Where Is" Viewing will take place at Port Oshawa Marina, 169 Harbour Road, Oshawa on Friday, February 7th, 2003 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Sealed tenders with written offers will be opened at 1:00pm on Friday, February 7th 2003. Owners must be prepared to enter into agreement in advance (in writing in their bid) to remove the vessel within 72 hours at the Port's discretion. The highest bid will be forfeited if the above condition is not met. Oshawa Harbour Commission -- 905-576-0400 INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD In caring, safe, fun home environment. Licensed by M.C.S.S. Reasonable rates Receipts, flexible hours. Call DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE 905-509-1207 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available310Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 400 Cars For Sale 265 Lost and Found 165 Mortgages, Loans 556 House Cleaning 556 House Cleaning Please read your classi- fied ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. Four points separate two home town squads in conference standings DURHAM —There were mixed results for local junior ‘A’ hockey clubs in recent action, as regular season play winds down. The Ajax Axemen split a pair of games in OHA Provincial Junior A Hockey League action, dumping the Rattlers 6-4 in Thorn- hill Jan. 18 and dropping a 2-1 decision to Vaughan here at home a day later. Meanwhile, the Picker- ing Panthers picked up three of a possible six points after a 5-2 loss to St. Michael’s Jan. 22, a 3-2 win over Couchiching Jan. 19 and a 3-2 overtime loss to Oshawa Jan. 17. All games were played at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex. With the recent results, Ajax remained seventh in the nine-team South Con- ference standings with a record of 12-28-3-2 for 29 points, four better than Pickering, which sits at 10- 30-3-2 for 25 points. Both clubs have four regular-season games left to secure playoff seedings, including a Friday, Jan. 31 head-to-head matchup in Pickering at 7:30 p.m. Ajax hosted North York yesterday (Saturday) after the News Advertiser’s press deadline, and welcomes the Markham Waxers today at the Ajax Community Cen- tre at 3 p.m. Following the Pickering game, the Axemen wind up the schedule Feb. 1 on the road in Vaughan at 7:45 p.m. Pickering’s next game is Thursday, Jan. 30 in New- market at 7:30 p.m., fol- lowed by road dates in North York Sunday, Feb. 2 at 2:30 p.m. and Oshawa Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 7:30 p.m. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, January 26, 2003 PAGE 19 A/P 1415 H IGHWAY #2 F IRST P ICKERING P LACE K ENDALWOOD P ARK P LAZA Courtice, Ontario 1550 Kingston Rd. 1801 Dundas St. E. L1E 2J6 Pickering Whitby 905-725-0555 905-839-9637 905-404-1818 Skate Exchange 980 Brock Rd. Pickering 905-837-1433 www.baycyclesports.com Bay Cycle and Sports NEW AND USED ® ® HUGE SELECTION USED FIGURE & HOCKEY SKATES Sizes 10-4 $5 GIRLS SKATES Reg. $15.00-$25.00 Sizes 10-3 $5 BOYS SKATES Reg. $15.00-$25.00 DOMINION DON JACKSON REIDELL X Hwy. 401 Bayly St. Bay Cycle Dillingham Rd.Brock RdAxemen, Panthers jockey for position as season nears end Club winners face off next month at interclub event AJAX —Skaters from across On- tario glide into Ajax for some top- notch competition early next month. The Ajax Skating Club, and Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club host this year’s interclub competition Sat- urday, Feb. 1 and Sunday, Feb. 2 at the Ajax Community Centre. “The competition is hectic, it is the top skaters from each club so every- one has a chance,” noted board mem- ber Deborah Buckingham. Approximately 400 skaters from 15 clubs are participating in the event with about 25 representing the Ajax club. The competition is comprised of skaters who were victorious in their own club tournaments. The winners of this event move on to the Central On- tario Section Interclub Competition. Home Improvements700 B.C. CONTRACTING - For all your home improvement needs. Specializing in window/ door replacements, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, ce- ramics, hardwood, painting and trimming. 905-725-2383 for free estimates. Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Party Services753 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHATLINE!Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 905-683-1110 Adult Entertainment905 Passion Paradise,2003 Passion Paradise,2003 Passion Paradise,2003Passion Paradise,2003Passion Paradise 100% Discreet Call Nikki (905)426-5087 Welcome to paradise with a companion full of passion. OPEN LATE Selectively hiring 18+ On-call drivers needed MIDNIGHT DIAMONDS ❤ ❤ ❤ 100% Discretion Call Natasha 905-922-7638 Open late Hiring 18+ On-call driver needed Children’s entertainment for any occasion. BLUE RIBBON AWARD WINNER. Clowns, character look- alikes, loot bags, face painting, magic, music. 905-471-5331 KIDS UNLIMITED MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, anywhere, anytime. Commercial or residential. Packaging, storage and boxes available. Senior & mid month discounts. Free estimates. 905-571-0755 CLASSIC MOVERS •Affordable •Efficient •Reliable Apartments or homes Antique and Piano specialist Local or out of Town No move too small Mid-month & Seniors Discount Bonded and Insured Call Today! (905)428-1717 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 ACTIVE MOVING SYSTEMS Houses, Apartments, Offices, Appliances & Piano Specialists. Packing & Storage, boxes available. 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Also Custom Pine furniture.Garden chairs,planter boxes, wishing wells and more made to order Display on Web Site Terry for estimate: 905-432-9115 www.tep.webpr.ca SPECIAL Kitchen & Baths Basement, ceramic tile crown moulding Renovations No payment for 12 months (416)333–5971 REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRSREPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRSREPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS REPAIRS & ROOFS “R” US • CHIMNEYS • SKYLIGHTS • SHINGLES • FLAT ROOFS • EAVES CLEANING OUR REPAIRS COME WITH A 5 YEAR WARRANTY!! 236-6662 J. Stuart Renovations • Basements • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Painting • Ceramics • Flooring Call JOHN Ph:416-439-5200 Cell:416-606-4508 HOLMAN HOME HELP Limited Budget? No Problem! Painting, Faux Finishes, Flooring, Drywall, General Home Repair & More! Call Today For A Free Estimate (416) 337-8317 DOORS "R" US GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (We install), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. 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METRO LICENCE B2195 Quality Renovations Since 1975 Serving Durham & GTA Also Making Homes Accessible 905-686-5211 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements KING HOME IMPROVEMENTS Wet Basements, 4-Season Rooms, Custom Homes & Cottages, Additions Plumbing, Wiring & Bathrooms 25 years experience Mike (905)683-0190 or (416)885-4682 TRUE COLOURS PAINTING & PAPER HANGING Interior/Exterior Many referrals, interior decorating background Mike Stepko 905-831-4838 710 Painting and Decorating 710 Painting and Decorating 710 Painting and Decorating RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services BUSY PARENTS PARTY PACKS Loot Bags, balloons, decorations Free delivery in Ajax area. Sharon (905)426-6455 or busyparents2003@yahoo.ca CLOWN / MAGICIAN • Live animals • All occasions • All ages Call Jeff (905) 839-7057700Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Courtice Funeral Chapel Limited, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step CAVE, Hugh Passed away at home, on Janu- ary 18, 2003, at the age of 60. Beloved broth- er of Jim and his wife Zoe, and Bonnie and her husband Bob Luetchford. Loving uncle of Ro- bert (Marnie), Jo-Anne and Matthew. Dear great uncle to Eddie and Aleena. Hugh will be sadly missed by Diane, Murray and others. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old King- ston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428– 8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm Sunday. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Monday, January 27, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. Private family interment. Should family and friends so desire, donations to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Lung Association would be greatly appreciat- ed.