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The Pickering 40 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,600 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 TRI TRI AGAIN Cops for Cancer challenge a big hit Page 11 MIRACLE MAN National award for Pickering teens Page 5 ROBOTS A mechanical masterpiece Page 25 Ajax, Pickering mayors clash over easements Parish motion lost when councillors abstained at meeting By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — An attempt to gath- er legal advice over a controversial land transaction in Pickering was lost after two councillors abstained from voting. Ajax Mayor Steve Parish, who recently said the City of Pickering had “sold its soul,” is upset that the City converted agricultural easements on land in north Pick- ering to inhibiting orders. While planning control remains with the City, the move means the land is no longer protected in perpetuity as agricultural, and can be devel- oped. It’s good news for the develop- ers who own the affected land, who can now take their fight to the Province. (The City signed the deal last week to settle the legal ac- tion the landowners had initiated against it at the end of January). At least one developer who owns land in the southern portion of the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Pre- serve has filed a lawsuit to have Awaiting capital dollars, more details from Province before new schools, upgrades can be determined By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Communities are lining up at the public school board for new schools and school upgrades. At Monday’s Durham District School Board meeting, school rep- resentatives from around the re- gion stated their respective cases for getting on the next accom- modation plan or school mainte- nance priority list. While the Province recently an- nounced $2.5 million in funding for the board to cover some ur- gent school repairs, money it says can generate $34 million in work, Durham school board officials say that’s all they know. “We have been told we have money for major repairs,” said ed- ucation director Craig Burch. “We haven’t got any rules on how we can use that money... We were promised a week ago that within 10 days we would have the rules.” He added the board has received no money or information on new pupil place funding. When that information is forth- coming, Pickering High School wants to be in the mix. Students and school council chairwoman Margaret Church- Hawkins once again appealed to trustees for dollars to repair the crumbling school. “I feel like I’m watching a movie over and over again,” said Picker- ing Trustee Paul Crawford after hearing the group’s presenta- tion, calling for a needs list to be brought forward to trustees for budget time. Facilities superintendent Jack HIGHWAY TAKEOVER A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo DURHAM — A convoy of approximately 55 tractors took over the west-bound lanes of Hwy. 401 Wednesday morning through Durham Region, headed to Queen’s Park. Members of the Lanark Landown- ers Association, were protesting inactivity by the provincial and federal governments and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture over issues hurting the industry. 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The young men, who have pleaded guilty to taking part in six robberies in which clerks were terrorized and stabbed in Whitby, Ajax, Pickering and Toronto, have lengthy records of anti-social be- haviour and show little remorse for their crimes, said psychologist Peter Marshall. “One of the best predictions of future behaviour is past behav- iour,” Mr. Marshall said as the sen- tencing hearing opened Tuesday in a Whitby courtroom. Mr. Marshall was the first wit- ness called by prosecutor Mike Newell in the unusual hearing; the Crown is applying to have the two men, who were 16 at the time their robberies were carried out in April and May of 2003, sentenced as adults. Both are now 18 and cannot be named under provisions of the Yo uth Criminal Justice Act. But that same legislation allows the Crown to apply for adult sentences for offenders convicted of particu- larly serious charges. An adult co-defendant in the robberies has already been found guilty and sentenced to nine years in penitentiary. Another got jail time after pleading guilty. Mr. Marshall said Tuesday he detected in the young men no signs of remorse for their crimes, and little indication of empathy for their victims. The string of rob- beries was marked by the violence toward victims; in some of the robberies, clerks were swarmed, stabbed and slashed with a knife. He has suggested in a report that keeping the young men in custody and providing them with educa- tion and training to prepare them for life is an appropriate course of action. 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His past includes a number of convictions for violent offences, including a stabbing at a Toronto night club in 1995, police said. The man has family and friends both in To- ronto and Durham Re- gion, police said. He is considered dangerous and should not be ap- proached, police said. Anyone with infor- mation on Mr. Walker’s where- abouts is asked to call police at 416-808-5900, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Nicholas Walker Youths a risk to re-offend, psychologist says at trial the government’s decision to include the area in the Golden Horseshoe Green- belt re-examined. Since the Region was one of the original players that signed off on the easements six years ago, Mayor Parish believes it should protest the land’s conversion, he said at Tuesday’s planning meeting. And since the land was at one time owned by the Prov- ince, the taxpayers should benefit from the minimum $64 million Pick- ering could re- ceive if the land is developed. “There is, in my mind, both a legal, moral and fidu- ciary request to wonder whether Pickering has any right to do this,” Mayor Parish said. “Our reputation is on the line in this, quite frankly.” Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan, who also sits on the planning com- mittee, said the easements were always in control of the City, and that nothing can be done as the deal is already complete. “They just can’t do a damn thing about it,” he said. “Obvi- ously, we would not have entered into the transaction if we didn’t think we were on firm ground politically and morally.” Mayor Parish wanted the Re- gion’s lawyers to be asked whether they could step in, and to bring background doc- uments to committee and council. He and Oshawa Mayor John Gray voted for the motion, while Mayor Ryan voted against it. But Whitby Councillor Joe Drumm and Scugog Council- lor Jim McMillen abstained from voting, both ad- mitting they did not know enough about the issue. These two votes were therefore negative, and the motion was lost. Alex Georgieff, the Re- gion’s commissioner of planning, refused to com- ment on the easement situ- ation, saying that council had given him no direction to do anything. -with files from Danielle Milley Springfest BOOK DRIVE Jordan from Ajax Karaoke 12:00noon - 3:00pm Thursday, March 17th Movie Day at Centre Court 11:00am - MXP (Most Extreme Primate) 1:30pm - Shark Tale 3:30pm - The Easter Egg Adventure (Parental supervision is required) Wednesday*, March 16th Extreme Inflatable Obstacle Course 10:30am - 2:30pm YOU MUST BE 44” OR TALLER TO RACE 28’ Inflatable Rock Climbing Mountain 10:30am - 2:30pm YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 50LBS TO CLIMB Tuesday, March 15th Monday, March 14th Friday*, March 18th Support child and youth literacy in your community. 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A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com Massie noted some of the deficiencies mentioned by the presenters “are not quick-fix items,” but said he could provide a list. Student trustee and PHS student Amanda Canavan said the time for Band-Aid solutions to the school’s woes are over, adding that students shouldn’t be left with a deteriorating school simply because they’ve learned to adapt to the con- ditions. “I don’t think our school should be punished be- cause our students have been able to deal with it,” she said. “There are only so many things you can do in that school for a few hun- dred dollars and we’ve done them all.” Trustees were sympathet- ic, but made no promises. “The problems at Picker- ing High School have been going on for a long time,” said Pickering Trustee Sher- ry Croteau. “Don’t go away; keep reminding us. 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They each receive a $500 Canada Savings Bond and a $2,500 dona- tion made in their name to the children’s charity of their choice. This is the second year of the awards. Kariym, a Grade 12 student at Dunbarton High School, learned the good news three weeks ago. “I was surprised and I was hon- oured,” he said. “It wasn’t some- thing I had been expecting at all. I was speechless.” Kariym was nominated by AboutFace, an organization that helps individuals with facial dis- figurements. He is a spokesper- son for the organization, which he became involved with in Grade 6 when representatives came to his school to make a presentation. “I was so fascinated with it that I wanted to get involved with AboutFace,” he said. He now routinely speaks to associations and organizations, such as the Rotary Club, about the organization and his experi- ence as a person with facial differ- ences. AboutFace has meant so much to Kariym and his family that he is donating all of the $2,500 to it. “Having a facial difference and being in an organization that helps people and educates people, I want to help and be part of that by continuing to help them reach their goal,” he said. “They’ve changed my life tremen- dously, not only myself but my family. We’ve had the opportunity to meet other people who have gone through what we’ve gone through.” Kariym is also on the student emergency response team at Dunbarton, the children’s council at the Hospital for Sick Children, and he is the projection techni- cian at his church. He will be using his sav- ings bond to pursue post-second- ary education; he is hoping to study something health related. Laura, a Grade 11 student at J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate in Ajax, was surprised to receive the award. “I was very honoured but at the same time I also felt guilty be- cause I didn’t do the work to get recognition for it, I did it because I wanted to do it,” she said. Barbara Griffin, a special-needs teacher at her high school, nomi- nated her for the award. Laura came to Ms. Griffin last year to ask if there was anything she could do to help with the senior develop- mental class. Laura wanted to help after los- ing her cousin and close friend to Batten disease. “I thought that this might be therapeutic in dealing with his passing,” she said. “I’ve always had a passion for working with children with developmental dis- orders.” She also organized a group of six of her friends to volunteer, as well as spearheading a social integration program in order for one of the students to eat in the cafeteria once a week. Laura is not only involved with her school but also her communi- ty. She has also participated in the Te rry Fox Run and Rick Hansen’s Wheels in Motion Roll for Hope. Laura is donating a large por- tion of her $2,500 to Batten dis- ease and is going to use the $500 for post-secondary education. As for her future plans? “I would basically like to be- come a Ms. Griffin,” she said. At left, Kariym Joachim and, above, Laura Newton, were named 2005 miracle makers. News Advertiser staff and all who knew him, will miss James Windle L ife goes on, but for staff here at the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser it goes on with our hearts a little heavier, our lives a little lessened. Losing a beloved colleague hurts. James Windle, an advertising repre- sentative here, died tragically and un- expectedly in an Ajax park two weeks ago. We’re all still a bit numb here, won- dering what happened, why someone so young — he was only 27 — with so much promise, potential and, above all, life has left us. Some days, I expect him to make his daily appearance in the newsroom, say- ing his hellos to the resident scribes and then make a beeline for our managing editor’s daily newspaper, which sits on the top shelf of his desk. I would have been the wrong guy to write James’ eulogy. We worked in the same office building, but certainly didn’t know each other outside of the workplace; we weren’t friends. At some point, we might have become friends, though, because he seemed to have an easy way with everyone. James struck me as personable, posi- tive and upbeat, always happy and smil- ing. He could aptly be described as a bon vivant, someone who embraced life. It’s not surprising that he reportedly spent the last hours of his life helping a friend. On one recent occasion, James was so enamoured with a new fast-food chicken restaurant that he brought a big box of it back to the office’s lunchroom. Why have lunch for one, he must have reasoned, when you can share a bucket with colleagues. On that day, he was definitely in his element — the centre of attention, with a gaggle of grateful co- workers sitting round the table, laugh- ing and eating. At a staff meeting shortly after the tragic news broke, there were plenty of tears and grieving colleagues. In the midst of this sombre affair, one of James’ advertising department co-workers broke the silence to relate a rather ap- propriate story. She recalled a vivid dream James shared one day, recounting how he walked into an elevator which, as it climbed, bounced him and the other occupants around violently. When the door opened, however, he was greeted by a beautiful woman who beckoned him to come along with her. The story left everyone with a know- ing laugh and a smile — just as James might have wanted. Al Rivett’s column appears every third Friday. E-mail arivett@durham region.com. A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Longer licence warranted for Pickering The future, safety and just about everything else will no doubt be up for discussion in the coming weeks as On- tario Power Generation makes its case for a five-year licence for the Pickering nuclear plant’s ‘A’ reactors. With a troubled recent history, plenty of which is still fresh on the minds of Ajax and Pickering residents, not much sur- rounding the plant nor OPG seems to be discussed without the excitement level being raised. But it’s important that the request for the five-year licence be taken for what it is, and not be jammed in as part of the ongoing debate about nuclear sirens in Ajax and Pickering and the long-term storage of nuclear waste, to name two ongoing issues. The plant’s current licence runs out June 30, bringing to an end a two-year term. OPG officials are asking the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission for the longer term, noting the Pickering ‘B’ side is on the five-year plan, as is the Darlington plant, which was the first in Canada to receive the longer status. For further comparison, the Bruce plant is operating with a five-year licence, while it’s 40 years for U.S. operators. OPG has already made its case to Ajax council, which has reserved judgment on whether it will offer support, while nuclear officials will soon be in Pickering with a similar request. The public too can have its say, with comments required by April 19. CNSC staff has offered its support fol- lowing a review of operations. Unit 4 on the ‘A’ side is currently operating at full power, while Unit 1 appears to be on schedule and on budget for a return to power this summer. A decision on the restarting of units 2 and 3 won’t come until after Unit 1 is back up and running. Supporting a five-year licence for Pickering ‘A’ doesn’t mean Ajax and Pickering are turning a blind eye to plant operations. In fact, 12 CNSC staff are always either on-site or on-call in Pickering. In addition, CNSC prepares an annual report on the plant operations and the community advisory committee meets monthly to discuss plant issues. Continued scrutiny and a public accounting is a must. Necessary controls, however, are in place to warrant a five- year licence. And, hopefully, the five-year licence will bring some stability to an energy market desperately in need. Better use for funds than athletes To the editor: I would like to go on record as being against the federal government increasing the sports funding for the Canadian Olympic program. In fact, I would like to see the money for all Olympic program funding stopped and see that money is put toward much more worthwhile causes such additional funding for Canadian peacekeeping efforts around the world and for other initiatives to better further the improvement of the welfare of the poorer people of the world through education, nutritional and water treatment programs. Once these issues are truly resolved, then the Canadian people should be asked to support athletes who can’t sup- port themselves. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion. com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. Saying goodbye is hard to do EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com Al Rivett sports editor By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Regional Chairman Roger Anderson gave 2004 a mixed re- view as he reflected on the year that was, as well as looked to the year ahead in his annual address to Pickering council. Mr. Anderson made a presentation at Monday night’s council meeting to summarize 2004 for councillors, as well as to share what lies ahead. “Some progress was made on a new deal with munici- palities, including the GST exemp- tion and gas tax money,” he said. “In fairness much more needs to be done.” Mr. Anderson, who is also the president of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, has been working to try to iron out a new deal for municipalities. “Like many other GTA municipali- ties, Durham is trying to deal with rising costs for many services such as public health and transportation,” he said. “We need that new deal now, not later. The progress on that deal is painfully slow.” Municipalities should be asking for a part of the taxes residents already pay, not for a new way to tax people, Mr. Anderson said. He also commented on the busy year Durham had in 2004. “Council advanced a made-in-Dur- ham solution for waste management,” he said, adding the compost facility to open in Pickering in 2006 will allow the Region to expand the green bin pro- gram throughout all urban municipali- ties. Then there was the debate about re- gional transit and the subsequent triple majority it received early this year. “I want to express my personal ap- preciation to the council of the City of Pickering for its support. You helped make this a reality,” he said. As he looked at the year ahead, Mr. Anderson said Durham will be a Region on the move in 2005. He cited the opening of the new Re- gional headquarters this summer, as well as the opening of two new long- term care facilities. For Pickering, in particular, 2005 is going to see the Region investing in some road projects in the City, he said. “Brock Road is a major focus for our Regional roads program,” Mr. Anderson said. The land acquisition is to begin soon for the widening of Brock Road between Hwys. 401 and 407, he added. As well, $1 million is being spent on major work at Brock Road and Bayly Street and $900,000 for intersection improvements at Whites Road and Oklahoma Drive. Many councillors also told Mr. An- derson the issues they would like to see the Region take a look at this year. Ward 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean wants the Region to look at giv- ing OVERT (Ontario Volunteer Emer- gency Response Team) funding, while Wa rd 3 City Councillor David Pickles brought up of the idea of Durham Re- gion partnering with the City on a peer review of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority’s plan for a proposed Picker- ing airport. 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On Monday, March 14 join in with ‘Splish Splash Swim’ at the Pickering Rec- reation Complex, 1867 Val- ley Farm Rd. Families are welcome to attend between 7 and 9 p.m. On March 15 and March 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., walk along nature paths, meet animals, and visit the stables at WindReach, a fully accessible farm for all. There are also crafts and wagon rides at the farm, 312 Townline Rd., on the Whitby-Scugog border east of Lakeridge Road. Dress warmly. A $5 donation to WindReach would be ap- preciated. Bring your empty cereal boxes, plastic bottles, shoe boxes, milk cartons, beads, and sparkles and design your very own Daisy carni- val on Wednesday, March 16. There will also be fun rides and games at the ‘De- sign Daisyville’ event run- ning 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pickering Nuclear Informa- tion Centre, 1675 Mont- gomery Park Rd., west of Brock Road South. 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Polio Canada is a leading provider of education, in- formation and peer support to survivors across Canada. For more information, call Polio Canada at 1-800-480- 5903 or visit www.polioca- nada.com. By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — New legislation that aims to end the 60-hour work week is drawing mixed reviews from local labour experts and politicians. A strong supporter of the previ- ous legislation, Ajax-Whitby MPP Jim Flaherty said that last week’s amendments to the Province’s La- bour Standards Act will not lessen confusion as the Liberals claim, and he suggested that increased need for government approval will lead to even more bureaucracy. “This is an incredible waste of time, money and government re- sources. The previous government got rid of the extra paperwork, and now they’ve brought it back,” he said. When asked if the new law will do more to protect employee rights, Mr. Flaherty said he has yet to re- ceive a single complaint from over- worked or mistreated workers at his constituency office, indicating that it’s not a concern. “Unemployment is low in this area, people have to be good to their employees to keep them,” he said. “The fact is, a lot of people here choose to work more. They want the overtime pay.” Mr. Flaherty was amember of the former Conservative govern- ment which introduced a 60-hour work week in 2000, allowing em- ployers and employees to enter writ- ten agree- ments that allowed up to 60 hours of work to be sched- uled, with government approval re- quired be- yond that point. Under the new legislation, em- ployers will have to get both em- ployee permission and government approval before scheduling beyond the 48-hour-a-week mark. Employ- ers will be able to submit applica- tions online, as well as by mail and fax, a change Mr. Malcolmson said will streamline the process. Wayne Samuelson, president of the Ontario Federation of Labour, said the new law looks good on paper, but will not prevent employ- ees from being coerced into work- ing longer hours. “All this means is that the gov- ernment will now approve 60-hour weeks,” he said. “In non-union workplaces, the employers have all the power. What employee is going to say no when their employer puts this in front of them to sign?” According to the Ministry of La- bour, employers who want non- union employees to sign on for ex- tended hours must provide them with an information sheet pub- lished by the Province, that cov- ers their rights and responsibilities regarding hours and overtime pay. However, Bob Malcolmson, CEO of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, is a proponent of the changes and said the changes are likely to lessen the confusion and red tape that plagued the previous system. According to the Ministry, the director of employment standards will consider an employer’s com- pliance history and worker health and safety when considering over- time approval. Random checks will be conducted to ensure that written agreements are in place, and that employees have signed on willingly. A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com April 2, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church (Ritson and Rossland in Oshawa) Act fast! This one will sell out soon. IN OSHAWA Durham College Book Store Long and McQuaid Music Store Walters Music Centres Wilson and Lee Ltd. Music Store United Way Information Services Kiosk at the Oshawa Centre OTHER LOCATIONS Cathy’s Gold, Bowmanville Brooklin Village Shoppe, Brooklin Durham School of Music, Ajax The Wee Tartan Shop, Port Perry IN WHITBY Lafontaine Trading Post Marigold Ford-Lincoln Thomas House of Music West Lynde Guardian Drugs Whitby School of Music For tickets call 905-579-6711or available at: Michael Hope www.michaelhope.net The Oshawa-Durham Symphony conducted by Marco Parisotto PRESENTS PROGRAM: Overture: The Phantom Of The Opera Love Changes Everything (ASPECTS OF LOVE) All I Ask Of You (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) Whistle Down The Wind (WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND) Starlight Express (STARLIGHT EXPRESS) Unexpected Song (SONG AND DANCE) Tell Me On A Sunday (SONG AND DANCE) Evita Medley (orchestra) You Must Love Me (EVITA) The Last Night Of The World (MISS SAIGON) Bring Him Home (LES MISÉRABLES) Macavity The Mystery Cat (CATS) “Piano” (Italian version of “Memory” as sung by Sarah Brightman) INTERMISSION This Is the Night (CLAY AIKEN) Beauty And The Beast (BEAUTY AND THE BEAST) Somewhere Out There (AN AMERICAN TAIL) Too Darn Hot (KISS ME KATE) If This Is What We’re Fighting For (THE BEAUTIFUL GAME) The Prayer (THE QUEST FOR CAMELOT) The Phantom Of The Opera (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) The Music Of The Night (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) Tickets: Adults/seniors $28; Children under 12 and full time students $12. 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HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering www.herongate.com (905) 472-3085 Great Food • Great Shows • Great price “A Bad Year for Tomatoes” A hilarious comedy by John Patrick FINAL 2 WEEKS OPENING APRIL 1st “You Know I Can’t Hear You When The Water’s Running” by Robert Anderson End to 60-hour work week gets mixed reviews in Durham We can be reached at 905-683-5110 NEWS ADVERTISER Jim Flaherty DURHAM — Members of the pub- lic have an opportunity to sign condolence books and share their thoughts and grief for the four Al- berta RCMP members who were killed in the line of duty Friday. Condolence books, donated by McEachnie Funeral Home in Ajax, are at five community police of- fices. The locations are: 77 Centre St. N., Oshawa, available 24 hours daily; 480 Taunton Rd. E., at An- derson Street, Whitby, available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; RR 57 at Hwy. 2, Bowmanville, available 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 15765 Hwy. 12, north of Manchester, available from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and 1710 Kingston Rd. in Pickering, available 24 hours a day. Condolence book for slain RCMP officers A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 11 A/P Cops for Cancer Head Shave event raises $15,000 for charity By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — Less hair means more money for the Canadian Cancer Society. In an annual charity drive held this past Saturday, entitled the “Cops for Cancer Head Shave”, fundraising co-ordinator Mar- nie Salonius could not have been more pleased with both the turn- out and participation in the day’s events, she said. The program managed to raise $15,000 for cancer research. There were 75 people participating in the challenge and the overall money raised in the show exceeded the foundation’s goal of $13,000. “We’re really pleased with how things turned out,” said Ms. Salo- nius. “The crowd was really into (the events) and there was a lot of people on hand to witness it all. It was a great time for everyone.” With the introduction of their new program, entitled the “Tri-A- Tri”, a competition that consists of an eight-lap swim, 10-kilometre stationary bike ride and three-km jog on a treadmill, each completed by a separate individual of a three- member team, the newly-founded event proved a tremendous suc- cess for all involved. “It was very popular,” said Ms. Salonius of the Tri-A-Tri. “I think it was a great idea adding this event. Many people, after watching (the Tri-A-Tri), wanted to compete as well. It’ll definitely be a part of our plans for next year.” Held at the Pickering Recreation Complex this year, participants in- cluded Durham Regional Police, Durham Region Emergency Medi- cal Service workers, local politi- cians, several other organizations and the general public as well. “It’s great to see everyone get- ting involved and trying to make a difference (in regards to can- cer research),” Ms. Salonius said. “This is such an important cause. Not only do events like these help to raise money for (the Canadian Cancer Society) but they also pro- mote physical fitness as well.” This year’s “Cops for Cancer Head Shave” marked the fifth year in a row that Durham Region has hosted such an event. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photos Above, Linda Chapman of the Durham Regional Police finished second in the swim portion of the Tri-A-Tri event at the annual Cops for Cancer Head Shave. Below, Menaka Thevathasan of Pickering Sports Medicine competes in the run segment, running two kilometres on the treadmill. Above, Arlene Fritz of the Mounted Unit of the Toronto Police, com- peted in the swimming event. Below, Whitby firefighter Ken Reilly finished first in the two-kilometre run. Mr. Moumani goes to Washington, but needs a little help getting there Cost of global youth conference steep for Pickering student By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Waseen Mou- mani wants to go to Washington. The Dunbarton High School Grade 12 student has been selected to attend the Global Young Leaders Conference hosted by the Congres- sional Youth Leadership Council. The conference is for Grade 11 and 12 students displaying academic promise and leadership potential. “The main thing about the con- ference is I’ll be involved in a global summit, like a model UN,” said Mr. Moumani, who’s interested in Ca- nadian and international politics. “I also get to travel to several muse- ums and memorials.” He is also looking forward to vis- iting different embassies, the U.S. State Department and the Interna- tional Monetary Fund building on his travels in Washington, as well as New York City. Mr. Moumani was nominated by Arsalan Shirazi, a Dunbarton grad- uate who attended the conference last year. He is looking forward to the ex- perience and hopes he can raise the $4,000 needed to pay for the conference. “Not only will it give me the en- couragement to continue studying in this field but it will also give me a better understanding of this sub- ject internationally,” he said. Mr. Moumani has applied for po- litical science studies at six univer- sities. “My plan is to either major in political science or international af- fairs and then go on to study law,” he said. The ambitious young man is in- volved in several extracurricular ac- tivities at school, including serving as president of the Muslim Students Association and vice-president of the best buddies program, which helps intellectually challenged stu- dents. He is also involved in the community. Mr. Moumani is working hard to raise the money necessary and is also appealing to any community businesses that may want to help. For more information, call Dunbar- ton High School at 905-839-1125. Hair yesterday, gone today Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Waseen Moumani, a Dunbarton High School student, has been selected to go to the Global Young Leaders Conference in Washington, D.C. this summer. A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com Call 310-CASH Need help getting it done? www.opg.com putting our energy to good use WINDREACH FARM PICKERING NUCLEAR INFORMATION CENTRE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN TO DO WITH YOUR FAMILY DURING MARCH BREAK? JOIN PICKERING NUCLEAR for great family fun. There is something for everyone! Children must be accompanied by an adult. MONDAY, MARCH 14 – 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Splish Splash Swim Pickering Recreation Centre Splash the day away with your family at the Pickering Recreation Centre, 1867 Valleyfarm Rd. Admission is free during program hours. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 & THURSDAY, MARCH 17 – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Fun on the Farm WindReach Farm Enjoy a day on the farm with your family. Walk along the nature paths, meet the animals, visit the stables and farm museum, make a craft with Friends of Second Marsh,enjoy a wagon ride and much more. Dress warmly. A $5 donation to WindReach would be greatly appreciated.WindReach is a charitable organization that offers a working farm experience specially designed to enrich the lives of persons with disabilities. Fully wheelchair accessible. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Design Daisyille – FREE Pickering Nuclear Information Centre Daisy went to a carnival and was shocked to find that there were not any rides! Bring your empty cereal boxes, plastic bottles, shoe boxes, milk cartons, beads, sparkles…and you can build Daisy’s carnival ride. FRIDAY, MARCH 18 – 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Early Settlers Purple Woods Conservation Area Maple Syrup Festival Enjoy a fun day of activities with the Pickering Museum Village.Rope making, candle dipping and baked beans around a campfire. Note: $5 per family admission fee to Purple Woods. All OPG sponsored activities are FREE. For more information on our March Break program, please call the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre at 905-837-7272. YOUR NEWS: THE NEWS ADVERTISER Veridian chairman honoured for exceptional merit Electricity industry gets a charge out of Wiersma DURHAM — John Wi- ersma is receiving the royal treatment. Chairman of Veridian Corporation, Mr. Wiersma received the Rob- ert H. Hay Award of Exceptional Merit at the an- nual meeting of the Electricity Distributors As- sociation, held Feb. 28 at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto. “I had the privilege of knowing Dr. Hay and it is a great tribute to be associated with his record of commitment to an industry that is so vital to our economy and quality of life,” said Mr. Wiersma in a press release. President and chief ex- ecutive officer of Veridian from 1999 to 2004, Mr. Wi- ersma has been involved in the Durham electricity industry for more than 35 years. Along with serving as general manager of the Pickering Hydro-Electric Commission from 1979 to 1999, Mr. Wiersma’s other past positions in- clude president of the Municipal Electric Associa- tion, president of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, and a member of the board for the Ontario Chamber of Com- merce. “You name it and John (Wi- ersma) has been involved in it some way or another,” Ken Quesnelle, outgoing chairman of the Electric- ity Distributors Association and presenter of the award to Mr. Wiersma, said in a press release. “(This award) is presented in recognition of outstanding citizenship qualities as evidenced by personal integrity and de- voted and energetic service to the association and to the people of Ontario.” Ve r idian Corporation is responsible for distribut- ing electricity to more than 90,000 consumers, includ- ing to homes in Pickering, Ajax, Clarington, Port Hope and Uxbridge. John Wiersma Get a ticket to laughter Yuk Yuk’s show in Ajax on April 7 DURHAM — The Durham Supervised Access Program, which is a part of the YMCA, is hosting an evening of laughter at Yuk Yuk’s. The event is Thursday, April 7 at Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club in Ajax, starting at 8 p.m. Two comedians will en- tertain, while there will also be door prizes and a silent auction raffle. Tickets are $12 each and there is a cash bar and pub food available for purchase. Guests must be age 19 or over to attend. All proceeds go to support the supervised access pro- gram, which provides super- vised visitation services to children whose parents have or are currently involved in separation or divorce. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the program at 905-619-4565 ext. 305. A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com Call 310-CASH Need help getting it done? www.opg.com putting our energy to good use WINDREACH FARM PICKERING NUCLEAR INFORMATION CENTRE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN TO DO WITH YOUR FAMILY DURING MARCH BREAK? JOIN PICKERING NUCLEAR for great family fun. There is something for everyone! Children must be accompanied by an adult. MONDAY, MARCH 14 – 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Splish Splash Swim Pickering Recreation Centre Splash the day away with your family at the Pickering Recreation Centre, 1867 Valleyfarm Rd. Admission is free during program hours. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 & THURSDAY, MARCH 17 – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Fun on the Farm WindReach Farm Enjoy a day on the farm with your family. Walk along the nature paths, meet the animals, visit the stables and farm museum, make a craft with Friends of Second Marsh,enjoy a wagon ride and much more. Dress warmly. A $5 donation to WindReach would be greatly appreciated.WindReach is a charitable organization that offers a working farm experience specially designed to enrich the lives of persons with disabilities. Fully wheelchair accessible. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Design Daisyille – FREE Pickering Nuclear Information Centre Daisy went to a carnival and was shocked to find that there were not any rides! Bring your empty cereal boxes, plastic bottles, shoe boxes, milk cartons, beads, sparkles…and you can build Daisy’s carnival ride. FRIDAY, MARCH 18 – 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Early Settlers Purple Woods Conservation Area Maple Syrup Festival Enjoy a fun day of activities with the Pickering Museum Village.Rope making, candle dipping and baked beans around a campfire. Note: $5 per family admission fee to Purple Woods. All OPG sponsored activities are FREE. For more information on our March Break program, please call the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre at 905-837-7272. YOUR NEWS: THE NEWS ADVERTISER Veridian chairman honoured for exceptional merit Electricity industry gets a charge out of Wiersma DURHAM — John Wi- ersma is receiving the royal treatment. Chairman of Veridian Corporation, Mr. Wiersma received the Rob- ert H. Hay Award of Exceptional Merit at the an- nual meeting of the Electricity Distributors As- sociation, held Feb. 28 at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto. “I had the privilege of knowing Dr. Hay and it is a great tribute to be associated with his record of commitment to an industry that is so vital to our economy and quality of life,” said Mr. Wiersma in a press release. President and chief ex- ecutive officer of Veridian from 1999 to 2004, Mr. Wi- ersma has been involved in the Durham electricity industry for more than 35 years. Along with serving as general manager of the Pickering Hydro-Electric Commission from 1979 to 1999, Mr. Wiersma’s other past positions in- clude president of the Municipal Electric Associa- tion, president of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, and a member of the board for the Ontario Chamber of Com- merce. “You name it and John (Wi- ersma) has been involved in it some way or another,” Ken Quesnelle, outgoing chairman of the Electric- ity Distributors Association and presenter of the award to Mr. Wiersma, said in a press release. “(This award) is presented in recognition of outstanding citizenship qualities as evidenced by personal integrity and de- voted and energetic service to the association and to the people of Ontario.” Ve r idian Corporation is responsible for distribut- ing electricity to more than 90,000 consumers, includ- ing to homes in Pickering, Ajax, Clarington, Port Hope and Uxbridge. John Wiersma Get a ticket to laughter Yuk Yuk’s show in Ajax on April 7 DURHAM — The Durham Supervised Access Program, which is a part of the YMCA, is hosting an evening of laughter at Yuk Yuk’s. The event is Thursday, April 7 at Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club in Ajax, starting at 8 p.m. Two comedians will en- tertain, while there will also be door prizes and a silent auction raffle. Tickets are $12 each and there is a cash bar and pub food available for purchase. Guests must be age 19 or over to attend. All proceeds go to support the supervised access pro- gram, which provides super- vised visitation services to children whose parents have or are currently involved in separation or divorce. 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Raising more than $80,000 for the local asso- ciation, the event, which is one of two annual pledge drives to help subsidize the non-profit organization’s activities throughout the year, was a tremendous success, said Ms. Melnike. “There was a great turn- out,” said Ms. Melnike. “It’s good to see the community cares about the work we do. Last year we came up well short of our goal and, as a consequence, had a deficit. This year, we’ve raised far beyond our expectations and have yet to finish col- lecting.” Approximately 500 mem- bers of the community, in- cluding local businesses, banks, politicians and district groups, took part. The highest profit margin was, in fact, raised by the local CIBC and Scotiabank bank branches, as well as employees from Ontario Power Generation (OPG). Members of the CIBC team raised more than $9,000 for the bowl-off, while Scotia- bank, who matched em- ployees’ contributions, for a total of $12,000. However, OPG led the way with a total contribution of more than $13,000. The profits amassed from the fundraiser are used for various support programs of Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Pickering through- out 2005. “We really needed this funding,” said Ms. Melnike. “We would truly like to thank everyone who was in- volved and helped support this endeavour. Without these contributions, there would be no Big Brothers and Sisters (of Ajax-Picker- ing).” The organization is dedi- cated to aiding disadvan- taged children by providing positive adult role models as well as lending friend- ship and personal develop- ment opportunities to the youth of Ajax and Picker- ing. The local chapter is look- ing for more volunteers to get involved as mentors. Currently, there are more than 25 boys and girls of the organization looking for a match. “We encourage everyone with the ability to reach out and help these kids,” said Ms. Melnike. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 15 P www.markholland.ca Church Street South, Suite 106, Ajax, /. L1S " 4EL Can I be of help?Can I be of help?Can I be of help?Can I be of help?Can I be of help? To wn Hall Meeting Postponed • Citizenship & Immigration • Employment Insurance • Canada Pension Plan • Old Age Security • Veterans’ Allowances • Federal Income Tax • Passports & more... The Town Hall Meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, March 31, 2005 has been cancelled, and is now rescheduled to: Friday, April 8, 2005 Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Place: Meeting Room #3, McLean Community Centre, Ajax Mark Holland Member of Parliament, Ajax-Pickering LIFE DOESN’T ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL PAYDAY! 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Those sensitive to scents should know that there are now fresheners on the market today that don’t leave any trace of scent while disinfecting the air. Green Clean - The variety of cleaning products available to Canadians is growing and the number of new chemicals and bleach pens to toilet wands to magic erasers is ever evolving. Bleach is not the only answer to stains and grime. A simple solution of a half cup of vinegar to three litres of water is just as effective for polishing fl oors. Cleaning solutions such as these don’t compromise effectiveness for peace of mind. Closet Organization - The fi rst step to closet organization is sorting and separating items. Unless it is a sentimental gift from years ago, it is good practice to donate items and clothes that haven’t been used or worn in over two years. The next step is to take inventory what type of storage you will need. Basically there are three types of storage: ventilated shelving, melamine shelving and plastic storage. 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The right colour in the right place for example, can make a room appear larger and brighter, or more intimate and less empty. It can even make a long and narrow room look more square-shaped, or vice-versa. Here’s a general guideline offered by the paint experts, to make a room appear: Larger: use a pale colour to create the impression that the walls are further away. Brighter: use a pale shade, like a light yellow. Smaller: use a dark colour to make the room more intimate and less empty. Reds and earth shades for example, give the impression that walls are closer to us. To change the perception of room shape: Long and narrow to Square; paint the shorter walls in a darker colour than the longer ones. Square to Long and Narrow; paint the two facing walls you wish to look longer in a lighter colour. 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Pat and Vern Mason, OFAH members for more than 40 years, were hon- oured at the annual OFAH conference in Toronto last month with the Gord Blake Memorial Award, which symbolizes volunteer dedi- cation to Ontario’s natural resources. The husband and wife volunteer pair have been at the forefront of many com- munity and provincial con- servation events, namely the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show and Spring Fishing Show. As members of the Pickering Rod and Gun Club, the Masons volunteer their time for conservation fundraising dinners, duck and moose calling compe- titions, local conservation projects, and teaching chil- dren about responsible fish- ing and hunting. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 23 P CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway (at Brock Road), Pickering • 905-686-2308 Many more unadvertised specials available instore. Hurry in for best selection. Sorry, no rainchecks or substitutions. Sale ends Thursday, March 17, 2005 or while quantities last. Limit 1 item per coupon. Original coupon only. Start The Bidding SILENT AUCTION on selected items Sat. March 12 Lufkin 1”x25’ or 1”x8m TAPE MEASURE with locking reinforced blade 57-7116x 599 With this coupon only Reg. 18.99 TTHEHE ‘COME &‘COME & SEE OUR STORE’SEE OUR STORE’ SALE!SALE! From the Tropics BANANAS 2299¢¢ LB Product of Chile Red & Green Seedless GRAPES Florida STRAWBERRIES Florida ORANGES $$229999 5lb bag Product of USA BROCCOLI 9999¢¢ each Product of USA Romaine LETTUCE 9999¢¢ each Product of Costa Rica Cored, Peeled & Packaged PINEAPPLES $$229999 each Pepperidge Farms Cheddar GOLDFISH $$117799 200 g TIANO’S QUALITY PRODUCETIANO’S QUALITY PRODUCE Fresh Conventional & Organic Produce 375 Kingston Road Pickering (beside Reid’s Dairy) 905-509-4797 store hours: Monday - Thursday 9am - 6pm, Friday 9am - 7pm, Saturday 9am - 6pm, Sunday 10am - 5pm Specials in effect until Sunday, March 13, 2005 We reserve the right to limit quantities Free Range Mennonite EGGS $$227799 9999¢¢ LB 9999¢¢ pint large size dozen large size organic $1.99 organic $1.99 farm fresh Happy and they know it PICKERING — The Gingerbread Nursery School, based in the West Shore Community Centre, part of the YMCA Ontario Early Years program, brought entertainer Jim Parker, right, to lead the kids in a sing-a-long. At left, Shaun Bryam, left, Kieran Ward centre, and Sean Gertsen play along as Mr. Parker sings the ‘Happy Song’. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Pickering volunteers’ dedication earns recognition Pat and Vern Mason, with the Gord Blake Memorial Award History of community goes high-tech By Jennifer Bradley Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — A project 200 years in the making was revealed at the library re- cently. The Pickering Town- ship Historical Society has launched its local histori- cal database program at the Pickering Central Library. Supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, the database is the history of Pickering and Ajax through the use of pictures, docu- ments, and artifacts in the former Pickering Township. In order to create a prop- er database, John Sabean, president of PTHS, says so- ciety members went out into the community to gather appropriate information. The database will not only preserve local history, but makes research easier. “The database provides research for people of any level,” says Mr. Sabean. “Whether it be writing an essay for school or for Town of Ajax and City of Picker- ing officials to tap into, ev- eryone can benefit from the research provided.” As part of the agreement with the Trillium founda- tion, the database was to include 5,000 images. The PTHS surpassed that num- ber collecting 5,800 images and leaving room for 1,000 more. “It’s a never-ending proj- ect” says Mr. Sabean. “Its up to volunteers now to con- tinue to get involved with the program.” Stephen McK- ean, the computer program- mer on the project, and Mr. Sabean were on hand at its unveiling, demonstrating the features of the program. Some features include the specified categories the in- formation is organized into, in order to help researchers find what they are looking for. There are also notes with details for the pictures. All schools, elementary and secondary, in Ajax and Pickering will receive a free copy of the database as well as each public library. For personal reference a CD may be purchased from the PTHS at a cost of $5. FRIDAY, MARCH 11 BUSINESS NETWORKING: The Ajax Power Networkers chapter of Business Networkers International is meeting at the Annandale Golf and Country Club on Church St. S. in Ajax. There is free networking and a buffet breakfast. There is the opportunity to grow your business with a group of dedicated profes- sionals. Call Brent Lovely at 905- 837-2549 to reserve your spot. BREASTFEEDING: The Pickering Ontario Early Years Centre is hold- ing a new mothers and mothers-to- be support group from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m concerning breastfeeding. The group covers breastfeeding and other motherly responsibilities con- nected with child birth. The centre is at 1822 Whites Rd. Unit 202 in Pickering. Call 905-509-0995. SERENITY GROUP: The support group directs people through tough decisions dealing with addictions. Starts at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. Child care can be arranged. Call Jim, evenings, at 905-428-9431. SATURDAY, MARCH 12 PICKERING NATURALISTS: Picker- ing Naturalists is having an outing to To r onto Waterfront Birding. They will drive to Humber Bay East Park and work there way back along the To r onto waterfront, to view many overwintering ducks and gulls. Meet John Stirrat at 10 a.m. at the southwest corner of the Pickering GO Station parking lot. Contact in advance: John Stirrat 416-284-7744. BASEBALL REGISTRATION: Ajax Spartans Minor Baseball Assoc. holds its final registration for the 2005 season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Home Run Baseball Academy, 695 Westney Rd. S. The Spartans offer baseball for boys and girls ages four to 21 in house league, select, and rep programs. Call 905-683- 0706, or visit www.ajaxbaseball.org. ADDICTION SUPPORT: The Serenity Group 12-step recovery program meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with addictions of all types, including co-dependency. A child-care program is available. All are welcome. Call Jim in the eve- nings at 905-428-9431 ONE PARENT SUPPORT: Ajax-Pick- ering chapter of the One Parent Families Association is holding their St. Patrick’s Day dance. It runs from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a,m. at the Pickering Recreational Complex on Valley Farm Rd. There will be a DJ and a cold buffet. Tickets cost $14 and a dress code is in effect. No Jeans. For more information, call 905-683- 1082. SUNDAY, MARCH 13 DEPRESSION GLASS: The Canadian Depression Glass Club is visiting the Pickering Antique Markets, at the corner of Bayly Street and Squires Beach Road, in Pickering. Event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and involves buying, selling, offering free apprais- als and information about the club. Call 905-426-3387 ext.229 MONDAY, MARCH 14 SENIORS CARPET BOWLING: Running from 9:20 to 11 a.m. every Monday and Thursday, the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club welcomes all seniors to participate. A $10 fee applies to new members. The club plays at the St. Andrew’s Commu- nity Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., in Ajax. Call Evelyn Edwards at 905-683- 2947. SENIOR CRIBBAGE: Come and enjoy the game of cribbage with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club every Monday at 1 p.m. in the St. Andrews Community Center, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. Beginners welcome but should come early. Call Agnes at 905-686- 1573. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 PARENT SUPPORT: A parent sup- port group meets locally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, run- ning away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. For more information and for meeting loca- tion, visit www.apsgo.ca, or call 416- 223-7444 or 1-800-488-5666. BUSINESS CLUB: The Durham Contact Business Exchange Club meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. for a breakfast meeting at the Victoria Gardens Restaurant in Ajax, 570 Westney Rd. S. The non-profit club of small business owners meets for networking, exchanging ideas, promoting each other’s business and providing leads. The restaurant is at 570 Westney Rd. S. (at Lake Driveway West). Call 905-428-5733 or visit www.durhamcontactbusi- ness.com. SENIORS CLUB: Louise Johnson speaks to the Ajax Senior Citizens’ Friendship Club at their weekly Tuesday morning discussion group about the history of Ajax. The group meets at the St. Andrews Centre, 46 Exeter Rd. Ajax. Call Louise Johnson 905-683-7799 at or Shirley Bruce at 905-428-8711 for details. A/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com RV CENTRE To ll Free: 1-888-743-WERV • www.campkins.com Highway#12, Myrtle W h e r e I t ’s A l w a y s W o r t h T h e H u r d l e To M y r t l e ! Where It’s Always Worth The Hurdle To Myrtle! 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Robots Directed by: Chris Wedge Starring: Robin Williams, Halle Berry, Mel Brooks and Amanda Bynes Rodney, a boy genius, dreams to make the world a better place. In his way stands big tycoon Master Weld, a master inventor of his own right and Cappy, who Rodney be- comes smitten with. Rodney and a rag-tag collection of new pals must conquer all ob- stacles in their way in order to help Robot City and its people. Also opening this weekend is ‘The upside of Anger’. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 25 A/P ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo The Dunbarton High School drama group won the Outstanding Production award at the Durham Drama Festival sponsored by Sears with the play Bad Moon Rising. The cast includes Courtney Frizzell, Maddie Fordham, Kaitlyn Wallace, Ory Tracy, Massey Ahmer, Shaun Coughlin, Paige MacPherson, Jennifer Newman, Scott Paterson, Steph Johnston, Andrew Loder, Steve Dines, Corvin Albani, Trevor Mason and Tom Dunbar. The group moves on to the eastern region competi- tion in Perth from April 6 to 9. Whitby, Pickering student productions win at regional festival DURHAM — Yo ung actors from three Durham schools will repre- sent the region at the Eastern Re- gional Sears drama festival in April in Perth. At the recent regional Sears drama festival, adjudicator B. J. Castleman chose As Fate Would Have It by An- derson Collegiate in Whitby, Bad Moon Rising by Dunbarton High School, Pickering, and Never Swim Alone by Sinclair Secondary School, Whitby, as the three outstanding productions of the week-long com- petition. The three plays were among 15 one-act plays presented by high school students from across Dur- ham. They’ll now compete against plays from other high schools in eastern Ontario April 6 to 9 at Perth and District Collegiate. Locally, awards of excellence for acting, lighting, costumes, writing and directing were handed out to individuals and groups. Local award winners were: • Writers and directors Shaun Coughlin and Kaitlyn Wallace of Dunbarton, the entire cast from Dunbarton; Awards of merit were also pre- sented to: • Actors Chanel Campbell, Shaunn Johnson and Jesse Tra- jkovksi of J. Clarke Richardson Col- legiate in Ajax; • Actor Vanessa Corpuz of St. Mary Catholic Secondary School in Pickering; • Actor Andrew Loder of Dunbar- ton. High school plays picked for Perth A new world awaits in ‘Robots’ ‘Robots’ opens at area theatres this weekend. Arts in brief MARCH 11, 2005 Barker exhibit continues in Ajax PICKERING — Time has almost run out to see the most recent exhibi- tion of award-winning artist Hi Sook Barker of Pickering. Her one-woman show of 22 origi- nal watercolours at the McLean Com- munity Centre in Ajax ends March 14. The Pine Ridge Arts Council member is an elected member of the prestigious Canadian Society of Paint- ers in watercolour, which she consid- ers a great honour and privilege. She has had numerous solo exhibitions and has won in group and Juried Art Shows (JAS) as well as the OPG award in the 2004 Pine Ridge Arts Council JAS. Organizers of the show say Bark- er shows her familiar touch, but her new works are more colourful and a few include human subjects. “You have to keep learning to grow,” Barker says of the new work, in a press release. The art exhibition is open to the public Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m; and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free. The McLean Community Centre is at 95 Magill Dr. in Ajax. City’s heritage on display PICKERING — Sketches, oils, watercolours and photos: all elements of art on their own, but together they create an art show to celebrate Pickering’s rich heritage. Until March 25, the Pickering Civic Complex is displaying artwork spanning approximately 170 years. Settlers enjoyed painting and sketch- ing, while more recently maps of the village and people and places of the village are being exhibited as well. The collection of sketches pre- sented to the Pickering Museum Vil- lage of all the buildings at the museum are on hand, and matted copies are available in the gift shop. The display is open for viewing between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. St age Beauty at cinefest DURHAM — Stage Beauty, presented at the 2004 Toronto Inter- national Film Festival, is the March selection for cinefest Durham. The movie, directed by Richard Ey re, stars Billy Crudup, Claire Danes and Rupert Everett and is set during the English Restoration. The movie will be shown at 7 p.m. March 31 at Famous Players in the Oshawa Centre. Tickets are $6 at the door and are available only through cinefest Durham’s box office, which closes at 7 p.m. A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com INSIDE Ajax Knights juveniles to compete for OMHA hockey championship glory against Tecumseh-Shoreline. Page 28 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Celebrity signature PICKERING — Hall of Fame jockey Sandy Hawley autographed a photo for Whitby’s Bob Soffe prior to two charity hockey games played by a team of NHL old-timers against local teams at the Pickering Recreation Complex last Sun- day. Hawley served as a coach of the former NHLers. Pickering player helps Hawks soar to university hockey title Jessica Judges, Wilfrid Laurier move on to nationals in Montreal this weekend DURHAM — A Pickering mem- ber of the Wilfrid Laurier Uni- versity Golden Hawks women’s hockey team is moving on to the Canadian championship after helping her squad capture the Ontario University Athlet- ics (OUA) title in Toronto on the weekend. The University of Toronto hosted the OUA women’s hockey final four at Varsity Arena, with the Brock University Badgers, the Queen’s University Golden Gaels, and the host Varsity Blues vying for a chance to represent the OUA at the Canadian univer- sity championships in Montreal this weekend. Laurier, of Waterloo, with first- year defenceman Jessica Judges in the lineup, defeated the U of T Varsity Blues 3-0 in the OUA final. Judges is a St. Mary Catholic Secondary School graduate who helped the Monarchs girls’ hock- ey team win two Ontario Federa- tion of School Athletic Associa- tions (OFSAA) championships. The Varsity Blues roster also featured three graduates of the Durham West Girls’ Hockey League program: defencemen Mary Modeste, Sarah Poirier and Jill Clark. The bronze medal was won by Queen’s over Brock University of St. Catharines. Amanda Morra, of Pickering, played for Queen’s. The six-team 2005 CIS wom- en’s hockey championship goes from March 10 to 13. The Golden Hawks will com- pete against the three-time de- fending national champion Uni- versity of Alberta Pandas, along w ith the host McGill Martlets, Concordia Stingers, Manitoba Bisons and the St. Francis Xavier X-Women, of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, from the Atlantic region. Annandale rink captures ‘A’ side at bantam mixed regional playdowns By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — An Annandale Curling Club youth rink has won its way to the provincial championship in Chatham later this month. The Chantal Lalonde foursome won the ‘A’ side of the draw at the eight-team bantam mixed regional event in Bobcaygeon last weekend and will now advance to the On- tario finals March 30 to April 1. One other Annandale rink, skipped by Lesley Pyne, was side- lined after two games in the dou- ble-knockout event. Last month, the Lalonde and Pyne rinks won the ‘A’ and ‘B’ sides of the draw, respectively, at the bantam mixed zone event. With Lalonde were Peter Tak, Renee Lalonde and Michael Bryson. On the Pyne team were Wesley Forget, Leahanne Legrow and Em- mett Murphy. ••• Annandale’s Warren Leslie rink won the ‘B’ side of the draw at the open mixed zone playdowns at Annandale recently. The team will now compete at the open mixed regionals at the Oshawa Golf Club on March 12 and 13. Two other Annandale players, Ja son March and Blair Metrakos, competed under the Uxbridge Curling Club banners and won the ‘A’ side of the open mixed zone event. They’ll also move on to compete at the regionals in Os- hawa. The mixed event leads to the Canadian Mixed Championship slated for Prince Albert, Saskatch- ewan next November. ••• The Tim Hortons Brier, aka the Canadian Men’s Curling Champi- onship, is underway in Edmonton. Down through the years, there’s been plenty of local representation in the pre-eminent event on the Canadian curling calendar. In 1979 in Ottawa, when it was then known as the Macdonald Brier, Annan- dale’s Bob Fedosa rink represented Ontario. That team included Ajax resident Bob Turcotte. In the 1980s, Pickering resident Neil Harrison competed in the Labatt Brier under skip Ed ‘The Wrench’ Werenich, which repre- sented Ontario six times during that decade. ••• The curling season is winding down at Annandale, as there are no more OCA zone playdowns that teams can enter. Teams are still alive in regionals, though. Annan- dale has two bonspiels still to go: the annual St. Pat’s mixed event is slated for Saturday, March 19 and the Men’s Last Chance Bonspiel winds up the season on April 16 and 17. Sports Briefs MARCH 11, 2005 [ Lacrosse ] Veltman to return to Rock fold DURHAM — The cornerstone of last year’s Ajax-Pickering Rock senior ‘B’ lacrosse team will re turn to the fold for the 2005 summer season. Rock general manager Paul St. John announced team captain Jim Veltman, also a longtime member and captain of the Toronto Rock National Lacrosse League team, has agreed to play for the Ajax-Pickering club this year. The agreement was finalized following a meeting with the all-world professional lacrosse player on Fri- day. “Because of our friendship and what he started last year, he wanted to come back,” says St. John. There was some question wheth- er Veltman would re-join the Rock, St. John adds, owing to a strong bid for his services from the Barrie Lakeshores, which is leaving the junior ‘B’ ranks after only one year in the league to join the senior loop. The Rock arrived in the league semifinal last season before dropping the seventh and final game of the se- ries to the Owen Sound Woodsmen. Tr aining camp for the 2005 sea- son begins at Stephen Leacock arena in Scarborough on Sunday, April 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Training camp continues in Scarborough on April 9 and 10. Camp reverts to the Pickering Village Arena for April 13, 16 and 17. The Rock’s regular-season cam- paign begins on Saturday, April 30 on the road in Kitchener against the Kitchener-Waterloo Kodiaks at 7:30 p.m. The team’s home opener is on Sunday, May 1 against the Ennismore Shamrocks at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex at 7 p.m. [ Golf ] Swing into spring to help epilepsy DURHAM — Epilepsy Durham Region is hoping residents will swing into action at its annual fundraising golf tournament this summer. The sixth annual charity golf tour- nament is at Oakridge Golf club on Friday, June 17. To attract early sign- ups, organizers will hold an early-bird draw for paid registration by April 15. The event will use a shotgun start format. The $150 fee covers a ban- quet reception dinner, cart, driving range, and green fees. Prizes and a silent auction also take place through- out the day. A hole-in-one competition comes with a brand new vehicle as the prize. Register by calling the Epilepsy Durham Region office at 905-666- 9926. 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Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Pigskin practise makes perfect AJAX — Dayne Alexander, centre, coaches a drill as David Stitt, left, and Justin Smith, front, keep their concentration during Canallstars Football Camp, run by Montreal Alouette and local resident Richard Karikari. Shooting Stars stage late rally AJAX — The Ajax Shooting Stars Canadian Tire tween ‘B’ ringette team has battled toe-to-toe all sea- son with the Whitby ‘B2’ team and last Sunday was no exception. Ajax used a late rally to post a come-from-behind 3-3 tie. The Stars opened the scoring early in the game, but Whitby an- swered back late in the period. Tied at one apiece at the half, both teams were hungry for victory in their last regular season meeting. With less than five minutes left in the game Whitby scored twice to lead 3-1. Not wanting to be beaten by their rivals, Ajax scored two more late in the game to tie it up at three. A flurry of end-to-end rushes and shots on goal kept fans on the edge of their seats as the clock ran down, but the final score remained 3-3. Sarah Sidaway scored twice for Ajax, with Heather Dietrich net- ting the third. Dietrich also assisted once, as did Michelle Hughes. Lau- ren Lewthwaite chipped in with two assists. The tween ‘B’ Stars are looking sharp as they prepare for the re- gional championships on Easter weekend to end the season. Ajax ‘B’ tweens battle Whitby to ringette draw sportsdurhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at the NEWS ADVERTISER MARCH 13TH, 2005 Metro Toronto Convention Centre Constitution Hall 255 Front St. West, North Building 9am to 6pm • Admission $10.00 SHOW FEATURES: • Samples & Demos • Exhibitors Offering Products & Services • Fashion • Catering • Venues • Registries • Musical performances by Debi Sander Walker Entertainment! 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Your Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) must be strengthened by at least 5 years of technical sales or marketing experience in the mining, cement, pulp & paper, or oil & gas industries.Reference #405248 To Pursue The Challenge We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Please send your resume, in confidence, to: Human Resources, Attention: Kris Dawson, GE Canada - Peterborough, 107 Park Street North, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 7B5. Fax: (705) 748-7352 or e-mail kris.dawson@ge.com. Please indicate the appropriate job reference number on your submission. Applications will be accepted until March 22, 2005. No agencies or phone calls, please. We thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. An equal opportunity employer. GE Canada Consumer & Industrial Products McNairn Packaging is a growing and leading paper-converting company for the food industry. We supply paper products to the food service, supermarket, food processing and bakery mar- kets throughout North America. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER We have an immediate need for a talented individual to proac- tively lead our Health and Safety Program. You will develop, co- ordinate and administer programs to cultivate a positive and winning culture while advising management on all union related issues. Develop, coordinate and interpret Company policies and practices to ensure excellent and consistent employee relations at all levels in the organization. You will assist in planning, recruit- ing, developing and maintaining a labor force of both salaried and hourly employees to meet Company objectives. The successful candidate will have a BS in Business Administra- tion or equivalent (MIR or MBA preferred) and 8 years of relat- ed generalist experience in a unionized manufacturing environ- ment. A proven track record of accomplishments and a thorough knowledge of applicable provincial and federal employment reg- ulations and laws is required. Must possess solid communica- tion, organizational and interpersonal skills with an ability to work well in a team environment. Participative management style with a focus on achieving results is desired. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. For immediate consideration, please email or mail your resume and salary requirements to kpotter@mcnairnpackag- ing.com: Ken Potter Human Resources McNairn Packaging 125 Consumers Drive Whitby, Ontario L1N 1C4 www.mcnairnpackaging.com Myron is a world leader in imprinted promotional material. 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To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00-5 Closed SaturdayEmail: classifieds@durhamregion.com Classifieds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 11, 2005, PAGE 29 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 1988 FORD HANDICAP VAN Passenger side hydraulic wheel- chair lift. Great shape. $6500-certi- fied. ALSO WHEELCHAIR, one- year-old. Paid $3600, asking $1500. (905)623-1045, 905-983- 5092 1993 PLYMOUTH GRAND Voya- geur SE ext., 7 passenger, 155k, 3.3L, V6, auto, like new, all op- tions, leather, p.seats, rear heat, $2900 e-tested/certified. (905)404- 8541 1998 CHEVROLET VENTURE, 7-passenger, 4-dr, V6, fully loaded $4,950; 2000 Ford Excursion XLT, V10, loaded, 4x4, $16,900. Both certified/e-tested. (905)665-3222 Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Don’t Forget OurClassified Deadlines: Mon. 2:30 p.m. for Tues. paper. Tues. 2:30 p.m. Wed. paper Thurs. 2:30 p.m. for Fri. paper Fri. 2:30 p.m. for Sun. paper Job Title: Labour Service Coordinator Salary Range: $30,000 to $33,000 per annum PURPOSE: This position is responsible for assisting union members and their families become more active participants in volunteer social services through involvement with United Way of Ajax - Pickering - Uxbridge and its member agencies. More specifically, this position is responsible for, but not limited to: •involvement in the overall activities of United Way, such as assisting in the annual fundraising campaign in a leading role with organized labour •work with United Way campaign to ensure labour participation and joint campaigns, to make certain that the labour point of view is represented and to do other duties that relate to the success of the overall campaign as stated •assist in the development of cooperative union-employer fundraising activities and campaigns in cooperation with Campaign Chair and Campaign Cabinet •ensure the flow of information to union members, inform United Way of labour's interests, concerns, positions and activities resource person for Labour council •establish and conduct training programs for union members that will inform union members of the availability of all social, health and welfare services in the community •follow up with union counsellors by developing advanced training courses etc. •committee and special project support •carry out other duties determined by United Way and the Labour Council SKILLS: •computer literate •union member in good standing •excellent interpersonal skills •excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) •highly organized, able to multi-task, require minimal supervision, and be flexible in terms of the time required to work •ability to gain the respect of all organized labour and to motivate organized labour towards the goals established for this position •requires the use of a reliable vehicle and availability to travel to meetings Please forward resume and references in a sealed envelope by April 1, 2005 to: Durham Region Labour Council P.O.Box 946 Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7N1 Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO GROW YOUR OWN FUTURE? The Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser is looking for a Real Estate Advertising Sales Representative who is energetic, dedicated, imaginative, and has previous sales experience. Knowledge of the Real Estate industry would be an asset. This position requires the candidate to develop existing client relationships and build future business. The candidate will have excellent communication skills and is very detail oriented. Reliable transportation is required. Base salary, car allowance, excellent commission rates and bonus program is being offered. Interested candidates can fax their resumes to: Andrea McFater Retail Advertising Manager Metroland Durham Region Media Group (905) 619-9068 (fax) or e-mail amcfater@durhamregion.com. Interested candidates should respond before March 18th, 2005. process & steam specialties stainless sanitary specialties We are a national distributor of Specialty Valves, Automated Valves, and Sanitary Equipment serving the process industries. Inside Sales Representative (One Industrial & one Sanitary) The successful candidates will be responsible for handling telephone inquires relating to product information, pricing & quotations. Good communication skills are required in order to provide prompt, accurate, courteous customer service. Experience with special- ty valves & automated valves, an asset. Proficiency with Word, Excel & ACCPAC along with 2-3 years inside sales experience is required. Outside Sales Representative (1 Industrial & 1 Sanitary) The successful candidates will be responsible for managing territories, one from East To ronto to Port Hope (Industrial) and the other Eastern Toronto to the Quebec border (Sanitary). A mechanical aptitude, a passion to serve, a strong work ethic and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential. The successful candidates must have 2- 3+ years relevant experience. Forward your resume, in confidence, stating the position for which you are applying: PROCESS & STEAM SPECIALITIES 4100-B Sladeview Cres., Unit 3 & 4, Mississauga, Ontario L5L 5Z3 Fax: 905-828-9716 resume@processandsteam.com MECHANIC LEAD HAND PICKERING Responsible for planning, organizing and directing activities related to maintenance of trucks and trailers. Supervise and train evening shift mechanics. Must have Truck and Coach Technician Certificate, fork lift experience. $24/hr + ADVANTAGE PERSONNEL 905-430-2120 Send resume to: dtmhamilton@onyourteam.com or fax 905-430-6469 MODELS & ACTORS NEEDED Extremely busy principle tv/film/modeling agency is seeking men, women and kids, 4 yrs and up for tv commercials, music videos, print & catalogue work etc. IF accepted, agency will cover training and reg. fees. BBB Member. Projects featuring our talent: •Bell Canada Print - Buffalo Jeans Print •Axe Body Spray Comm. - Tragically Hip Video •Hugo Boss Fashion Show •To r onto 416-482-5392 •Whitby 905-665-3199 •www.maxagency.com RECEPTIONIST / HOST Required immediately to work weekends/long weekends from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for New Homes Sales Offices in Ajax/Whitby. Candidate must possess excellent people skills and have access to a vehicle. Fax resume to: 905-619-3565 MARIA ANTONIO HAIR DESIGN 300 Brock St. N.Whitby, (905)430-8857 Chair rental positions available at the fun & friendly salon. Great opportunity for the new stylists yet a warm, inviting atmosphere for the experienced stylist .To join our team call us and ask for Maria Rocca or Peter Citano,or fax resume to 905-436-8873 or email marcor@sympatico.ca CHEMICAL PRODUCTION OPERATOR Rohm and Haas is a global producer of specialty materials with revolutionary developments in everything from electronic materials and polymers for paints to personal care products. With sales in excess of $7 billion, we measure our progress by how well we perform in the eyes of five key groups - the customer, the employee, the owner, the community and the process. There is an opening for a Chemical Production Operator at our manufacturing facility located on the east side of Toronto. As a Chemical Production Operator, your responsibilities will include driving a for klift, manually handling materials, operating and monitoring process equipment as well as performing other general processing duties. This position could lead to other responsibilities including the operation of process control systems. The facility is a seven- day operation. Candidates must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift in a team environment, have excellent organization and communication skills, and possess good computer skills. For immediate consideration, please submit your resume electronically via our careers website at www.rohmhaas.com/careers.Please search for Requisition# 331 and submit online. Rohm and Haas is an Equal Opportunity Employer who encourages and values diversity. We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted We need a responsible person with a solid work ethic and good knowledge of commercial service and commercial renovations. Be part of a staff team that enjoys a positive work environment, a competitive wage and benefit package, uniforms and all necessary training. If you are looking for a change and are qualified please fax your resume to 905-888-0999 A Mechanical company with over 30 employees servicing primarily the GTA is looking for a PLUMBER to join our plumbing division. ENTHUSIASTIC? SELF MOTIVATED? Looking To Be Part Of A Customer Focused Sales Team? We are looking for MOTIVATED and ENERGETIC Sales Representatives for our Ajax & Whitby locations. Must be capable of working PA RT-TIME Days, Evenings and Weekends as required. Retail Experience An Asset Wine Knowledge An Asset Orientation and Training is Provided Please drop off your resume before the close of business Mar 24, 2005 at: Vineyards Estate Wines Inside IGA, 955 Westney Rd., S. Or Inside Real Cdn Superstore, 200 Taunton Rd. W. Watch for our new location opening soon within Sobeys, 1615 Dundas St. Whitby, ON While we thank all those who apply, we will only respond to those under consideration and ask that no response be made by phone. Sales Associate One-Year Contract We have an exciting opportunity for a high energy individual with a university degree to promote our textbooks and educational technologies and services to colleges and universities.This contract position is a combination of inside sales and sales support and is based in our head office in Whitby. You may be required to attend sales conferences. The successful candidate can look forward to a competitive compensation package including salary, incentive bonus and a comprehensive flexible benefits plan. We are looking for a goal-oriented, self-starter with an eye for detail, excellent time management and communication skills, and strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and Internet). Please email your resume to career@mcgrawhill.ca or send by fax to (905) 430-5020 to Human Resources, McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited, 300 Water Street, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9B6 by March 15, 2005. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. DURHAM COLLEGE Offering New Course. Do you have a pas- sion for music and people? Dur- ham College is now offering a 12 week DJ program which will teach you all you need to know about presentation, equipment and the music of the DJ industry. Gradu- ates can expect to find work on cruise ships, night clubs, and at parties all over the world. Gradu- ates can choose to work 1 day of the week to 7 days of the week and earn up to $250-$500 per night to start. Funding for this course may be available to those who qualify through HRSDC, WSIB, ODSP. For further informa- tion contact: Colin McCarthy 905- 721-3336. www.durham.on.ca A LARGE NORTH AMERICAN fi- nancial services company is look- ing for unique individuals with leadership ability. We are one of the fastest growing companies in the fastest growing industry in the world. Training provided. No expe- rience necessary. Opportunity for advancement and excellent in- come potential for those with integ- rity and a good work ethic. Call Su- san Wenghofer 905-436-8499 or 1-866-787-3918 ext. 106 for an ap- pointment. AZ & DZ DRIVERS wanted, east end carrier, immediate hire, great benefits. Call (416)292-5556 ext 235 or fax resume to 416-292-3347. AZ DRIVER required for Pickering Tr ansport company, to run be- tween Toronto and Montreal. Call Steve at (905)420-2300 or fax info to (905)420-2700. BLUE LINE DRIVERS WANTED. Opportunities to provide service with new specialized Accessible taxicabs and regular taxicabs in Oshawa and Clarington. Please call Roy Williams at 905-440-2011 or 905-439-1111. EZ DRIVERS required for local and U.S. runs. Call: 905-852-3013 or fax: 905-852-9113 $$$ PAID WEEKLY!!Company needs part-time/ full-time help pro- cessing unclaimed bank accounts. Call 1-866-883-0780, 24 hours. *** CRUISE THE WORLD *** AND GET PAID $$$ FOR IT! Free Benefits: Meals, Room, Flight, Uniform, World Travel. 613-741-5801, 613-764-6209 www.cooljobsinparadise.com A+ WE NEED HELP.Oshawa warehouse co. seeks to fill 15 F/T openings immediately. Marketing, office, warehouse, inventory. $350 to start. Training provided. Call Tony 90 5-571-3260 ASSISTANT TELEMARKETING supervisor, salary plus bonus. Call Betty (905) 666-4905. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thick- son) on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m DOG WALKERS/PET SITTERS needed for Pickering area. Part- time, 3-5 days wk mid day hours. Occasional evenings & weekends. Must have own car, be respon- sible, mature and reliable. Call 905-706-5760. DRIVER OF CUBE VAN required to deliver cleaning supplies in Toronto & surrounding areas. Abstract requires. Submit resume to Jim Carruthers, c/o UNDERWOOD'S, 410 FINLEY AVE. AJAX, ONT. L1S 2E3. Fax: 905-619-9829. Email: supplies@underwoods.ca EXPERIENCED SHINGLER min. 5-yrs experience. Clean abstract, vehicle and valid driver's license an asset. Top wages. Maxwell General Contracting, Roofing Divi- sion, (905)623-7747 or fax (905)623-0072 EXPERIENCED WAITRESS want- ed, apply with resume to Flying Fish & Chips, at Thickson & Dun- das. FRAMER'S HELPER requried, 3 years experience. $15/hour, Oshawa-Ajax area. Call 9am-4pm (905)706-3923 FULL AND PART TIME Retail Customer Service Associate positions available in Ajax and Oshawa. Minimum 1 year re- cent customer service experi- ence. Previous experience in building material and hardware preferred. Fax resume to Gerry O'Connor 905-683-6941 or apply to Millwork Home Centre, 19 Notion Rd., Ajax, or 1279 Sim- coe St. N. Oshawa. FULL TIME DISPATCHERS re- quired for busy utility company in Pickering. Fax resume to 905-831- 4690 HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/Pro- cessing Circulars- PC/Clerical Work Available. No Experience Needed! Free Information: www.homeworkersnetwork.com or send S.A.S.E.; QSEI, 111-336 Yonge St., Reference #7-107, Bar- rie,ON, L4N 4C8. (705)726-9070. PICKERING Christian daycare re- quires full time ECE and Assistant. Fax resume to 905-428-8463 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE Clintar, the lead- er in the landscape industry is seeking:Landscape Construction Foreman/laborers Landscape Maintenance Foreman/laborers. Must have a minimum 2-3 years experience, drivers license is a must. Please submit applications to:Gavin Watson (905) 723.2552 gwatson@clintar.com LAWN MAINTENANCE COMPA- NY seeking full time Foreman (m/f), labourers and trainees. Must have valid drivers license and clean abstract. Call (905) 831- 1833 or Fax resume to (905) 831- 2446. LEARN HOW to operate a mini office outlet from home, earning $3000+ month. www.missionsuccess.ca. LOCAL OSHAWA office seeking telemarketer's to conduct survey's by phone. No selling, hourly wage, 1 - 9 p.m. - 4 -9 p.m. by day every Friday. Call (905) 720-1808 MANAGER TRAINEE Durham Residence and Conference Centre is looking for recent College or University graduates that are inter- est in hospitality industry and able to adapt to a student environment. Hotel experience is preferred but not required. Computer skills (Word and Excel) Full time, vary- ing shifts. Must be bondable. Com- prehensive benefit and RRSP plan available after three months. Re- sumes will be accepted until March 16th. No phone calls please. Fax resumes to attention Chris Haze (905)721-3102 email chaze@campuslivingcentres.com MARNWOOD LIFECARE Centre looking for highly motivated Food Service Supervisor, part-time. Fax resume to: 905-623-4497 Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/her Avg. We Train You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for reliable adults to deliver papers and flyers door to door in Pickering every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday and must have a reliable vehicle. Call(905)683-5117 Kelly Bays, Carrier Representative (ext. 262) OWNERSHIP OR EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. Well-estab- lished company (one-Oshawa, one-Bowmanville) available now. Must enjoy working outdoors. Sales exp. an asset. Men/wom- en/students will succeed. Training provided. Fax:905-263-2700. P/T JOBS FOR STUDENTS 12-16yrs preferably. Must be reliable. Cash paid daily. Ajax/Pickering call 905-831-7410 Whitby/Oshawa/Clarington call 905-244-6659 POOL CONSTRUCTION and maintenance people required. Ex- perience and 'G' License an asset. Please fax resume to 905-579- 0598 or drop off at 22 Ritson Road North, Oshawa POSITIONS AVAILABLE driver/ full time daycare assistant in Oshawa, clean CRC, and drivers abstract required, own vehicle pre- ferred. Female 25+ preferred. Catherine (905)436-3422 REPUTABLE post hole & fence company is looking for an experi- enced driller & setter, 2 labourers (willing to learn). Must have own transportation. Contact Alex (905)655-8777 RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS want- ed immediately. Comparable pay, excellent working conditions. Fast-growing company, room for advancement. Permanent posi- tion. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242. SERVICE ADVISOR required for an Import Dealership in Cobourg. Automotive experience an asset. Please fax resume to 905-372- 0372 or e-mail fkerum@cogeco.net SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED Oshawa Residential Complex. Must have professional exp. in maintenance & suite renovations. Excellent salary, benefits & aprt. incl. Please fax resume to: 416-485-7859 SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED- for luxury high rise condominium in Oshawa. Sound knowledge of HVAC, fire alarm systems, plumb- ing and electrical required. Pool maintenance knowledge including backwash and chemicals required. Mechanical ability desirable in re- pairing pump seals, smaller heat- ers etc. Able to work on own and as a team player - supervise two maintenance helpers. Must work with Board of Directors and Prop- erty Manager, Condo knowledge helpful. Speak, read and write fluent English. Applicant will be training with current Super who is getting set to retire in one years time. This position will lead to liv- ing on site. This position will in- clude being "on call" for emergen- cy situations. THIS IS NOT A COUPLES POSITION. Uniforms provided, Benefit plan. Good start- ing salary. Fax resumes to: 905- 571-3079 atten. S. Bottrell, RCM, ACCI. WEST INDIAN COOK,specializ- ing is West Indian food and wait staff needed immediately for busy Oshawa/Pickering restaurant. Please call June (905)728-8771 or (905)728-1961 ESTHETICIAN and/or Make-up Artist. Sales experience. Hiring F/T flexible outgoing individuals for Oshawa location. Qualified candi- dates will attend a 15-day Certifi- cate training program in Toronto. Excellent starting hourly wage + commission. Fax resume to: Salon Owner 905-430-0586. FULL & PART TIME Esthetician needed. Start $400/week + comm. Bring your resume in person at: Body Art, 1725 Kingston Rd. Pick- ering or call (905)619-8822. PROFESSIONAL with clientele needed for upscale salon in down- town Whitby. Apply in person with resume, 128 Dundas St. West. call (905)430-1703. REQUIRED APRIL 1st,full time/part time stylists. Mature indi- vidual with own clientele. Fax re- sume to: 905-433-5065 RMT,Full & Part-time position. The Facial Place (905)831-9700 AC, Refrigeration and Heating company requires 3yr. apprentice or better. Gas2 licence. Fax re- sume: 905-427-7492. AUTO GLASS INSTALLER, min 5 years experience. Benefits available. Fax resume: 905-720-3927 or call 905-720- 2326, Monroe Auto Glass BACKUP/UTILITY CARPENTER wanted for Whitby Builder. Experi- enced & Dependable. F/T Salaried Position. OWN TOOLS A MUST. Call Kathy 905-444-9667. CLASS 2 WELL TECHNICIAN required for Seaway Water Supply, Pickering. Call Dennis Murray at (905)683-1397 ELECTRICIANS LIC'D & Appren- tices required for Ind./Commercial & Residential. Fax resume to 905- 571-1169 or call (905)571-2743 EXPERIENCED UNDERGROUND Utility Locators required for Toronto and surrounding area. Fax resume to 416-293-0936 Or e-mail to utilitylocate@hotmail.com GAS FITTERS REQUIRED.Fitter 1 & 2. Fax resume 905-831-4690. MECHANIC wanted. Good wages & benefits. Day shift. Must have truck or trailer license and a valid driver's license. Call Bryce for appt. 416-297-1712 SEWER & WATER MAIN CONTRACTOR Requires •Tr i-Axle Truck Drivers •Heavy equipment Operators •Pipe Layer/Labourer Must have exp. in municipal road construction works. Call (905) 859-8800 or email: espositobros@aol.com WANTED: PAINTER/PREPPER for busy collision shop. Hourly wage. Clarington. Call (905)983- 1118. A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 11, 2005 www.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 RESOURCES FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN - DURHAM REGION Requires the following positions to facilitate the inclusion of young children with special needs into their community: RESOURCE CONSULTANT (File Number RC2005) Primary responsibilities include support to families and child care centres, service coordination and working within a multi-disciplinary team. The position is primarily com- munity-based and would require working from home. QUALIFICATIONS: •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 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (File Number OT2005) Primary responsibilities include assessment and treatment of clients referred for Sensory Integration therapy and edu- cation to parents and agency staff. The position is primari- ly community based. QUALIFICATIONS: •BSC in Occupational Therapy •Minimum one year experience in Pediatric Sensory Integration •Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario •Strong commitment to the principles of inclusion and family directed service •Excellent communication and negotiation skills Send resume by March 18, 2005 to: Resources for Exceptional Children - Durham Region 865 Westney Road South Ajax, ON L1S 3M4 - Fax: 905 427-3107 Email: humanresources@rfecdurham.com (Please identify File Number in subject line of email) NO TELEPHONE CALLS Although we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. OPEN HOUSE 115 Carnwith Drive East, Brooklin Saturday and Sunday, March 12th & 13th, from 1 p.m. ~ 4 p.m. 10++. Immaculate Tribute built 'Fernway' model in sought after Brooklin community, just 10 min. from 407 & 401. Over 3,000 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths. Huge south fac- ing windows, 9 ft. ceilings, gourmet kitchen, wood and ceramic floors, large 50 ft. lot, over $50,000 in upgrades. You won't be disappointed. Priced to sell @ $449,000. Call 905-655-8362 for full listing details. OPEN HOUSE Saturday/Sunday March 12th/13th - 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 29 Willows Lane, Pickering Village End unit town. Forest lot, model condition, 2 gas f/p, a/c, near 'Go', schools, shops. $194,500 (905) 686-0354 OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun. March 12th & 13th, 1 – 4 p.m. 58 Irwin Drive, Whitby Exceptional Blair Valley Home! 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms. Hardwood & porcelain tile through out main level. Huge 50’x130’ lot, C/Air, w/out to large cedar deck, basement workshop, landscaped & fenced. 10 min. walk to GO Station / near Hwy 401.$279,900 Call (905) 440-5963 Need help making an impression? Call 310-CASH and get it done Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - Starting At $700. ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Tenant Incentive Program ●Senior Discounts ●Upgraded Security System Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT 3 3 & 7 7 F a l by C r t ., A j a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.aja xa pa r t m en t s .co m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. INTERNET/WEB DESIGNER. Knowledge of PHP, HTML, do- mains & SEO an asset. Love of computers necessary. Flexible work hours. Jim (905)697-0242 WEB DESIGNER full time, for fun, dynamic environment in Ajax. Some design experience required. e-mail resume to: resume@shopsonline.ca BUSY LAW OFFICE requires real estate assistant with 3 - 5 years experience for temporary mater- nity leave. Applicant must be pro- ficient in Conveyancer, Teraview and PC Law. Knowledge of pri- vate mortgages an asset. Please send resume via mail to McGib- bon, Bastedo, Armstrong, 32 Sim- coe St. S., P.O. Box 2396, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7V6, via fax to 905-432-2348 or via email to mbaa.legal@on.aibn.com. DATA ENTRY OPERATOR,2+ days per week, bright, accurate & organized. West Pickering office. Phone (905)509-3511, or email garth@publicationpartners.com LEGAL SECRETARY part time for congenial Northumberland Law of- fice. Salary commensurate with experience in litigation, estates, corporate, real estate. Please re- ply with references to Box #164 C/O Northumberland News, 884 Division St., Unit 212, Cobourg, ON K9A 5V6 RECEPTIONIST/SALES support for condo development, computer proficiency, organized, detail oriented and great customer rela- tion Call 905-668-3788 or fax re- sume/cover 905-666-7692 EARN TOP $$$selling in Bay Por- trait studio. P/T or F/T. Will train. Call Jesse 647-293-3901. HIGH END WEIGHT LOSS clinic and medical spa needs sales person, earn $50,000+ per year. Call Elly @ (905)619-2038 OUTSIDE SALES REP 2 days a week, 2 years exp., salary+com- mission plus expenses paid, know Durham region. Please fax resume to Christine at Staff Plus 416-495- 0941 VALENTINO'S 2005 LOREAL Colour Trophy Finalist requires Junior Receptionist. Must be very confident and cable of working in a fast paced environment with good computer & customer service skills. Able to work flexible shifts. Full/part-time. Apply in person: Valentino's, 210 Brock St., down- town Whitby. RETAIL SALES CLERKS for small food store wanted. Cashier & food knowledge an as- set. Week-end work required. Drop resume in person. MacMil- lan Orchards 733 Kingston Rd. East, just West of Lakeridge Rd. Cornell Dental Centre is growing again! DENTAL HYGIENIST required. Immediate position. Please fax resume: (905)471-1703 FOR SENIOR'S RESIDENCE - Administrator. Must be RPN, have current Administration Certificate. Working knowledge of ORCA. Ex- cellent marketing skills. Fax re- sumes to (705)739-1855 or email charter@look.ca FULL TIME RN needed for cardi- ology research office in Scarbo- rough, critical care experience re- quired. Research experience an asset. Pleas fax resume to 416- 281-2584. NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for Dur- ham Region: RPN’s, PSW’s & residential experienced house- keepers for private and floor duty. Please fax resume to: 905.666.0038 or email to tina@tnehealthpros.com. PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST for a busy Medical Clinic in Whitby for 3 days/week. Must be flexible and avail. for holiday relief. Please fax resume to: 905-668-1670 RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE Manag- er for a modern, growing office in Whitby. Must have dental recep- tion experience and know comput- ers. Full time. Benefits and bo- nuses. Send resumes to 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON L1N-9G3. RAVEN & FIRKIN -hiring all posi- tions. Experienced, mature, hard- working individuals who excel in a team environment. Please apply: 67 Kingston Rd. E. Ajax. AJAX SOUTH-Income Property. Semi-detached brick bungalow, 3+1 bedroom with apt. Separate entrance, large backyard, 4-car parking, new roof, 6-appliances, priced to sell $215,000. 905-686- 6773. COUNTRY BUNGALOW Newcas- tle/Bowmanville area. 1/2 acre, three bedrooms, sunroom, double driveway, updated, painted, gas heat. Available immediately. $215,000. (905)987-1732 DETACHED 2-STOREY.Walkout in-law apt., Copperfield area, $339,900. Many extras. A must to see! Backing onto park. Call (905)725-0382 EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW,beau- tifully treed 2 acre country proper- ty. Completely renovated, granite countertops in kitchen/bathrooms, hardwood & porcelain floor tiles, main floor laundry, CVAC, new windows/doors, 2-car garage, de- tached shed. $399,900 Open House Saturday March 12th 11-5p.m. 1285 Howden Rd East (Between Columbus Road and Raglan Rd). Take Simcoe Street to Howden Rd and go east 3.8 km. Contact Maureen 905-655-1773 OPEN HOUSE Saturday/Sunday March 12/13, 1:00-4:00pm 1605 Lynmar Ct, Pickering. All brick, 2-storey, 4+bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths. $349,900 Call 905-430- 8252. www.privateexchange.com Listing #1268 SOUTH AJAX,steps to lake, 3 bedroom link home. Beautifully renovated, finished basement, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, gas fireplace. Spotless. $229,000 905- 619-0345. WHITBY: ELEGANT, Immaculate brick home, quiet court. 4-bed- rooms, 4-baths, finished basement with kitchen/bath. Hardwood/ce- ramics, 6-appliances, deep lot, huge deck, C/A, schools. Move-in condition, flexible closing. No Agents. Private $279,900. 416-716-5284, 905-728-9790. NORTH OSHAWA,brand new 4- bdrm townhome, 3 baths, garage, c/a, c/v, alarm, custom window coverings, many upgrades. $244,900. Flexible closing. Call 905-720-1533 or 905-767-5839 1 BEDROOM CONDO Westney/Kingston Recent renovation, Neutral Decor. $143.000 CALL (905)619-0670 CONDO FOR SALE,900 Wilson Rd. N. Oshawa, 2-bdrms, balcony w/4 walk-outs, pool, sauna, gym, billiard room, library, security, $299,900. Call (905)728-6661 COMMERCIAL SPACE, Reach Road, Port Perry. 800-1,300 sq.ft. units. Overhead doors, 16' ceil- ings. Available immediately. Days 905-985-8507, evenings 905-985- 8786. RETAIL, OFFICE and commercial units for lease. 600 to 1600 sq. ft. second floor office space available in downtown Bowmanville. Excel- lent exposure fronting on King St with lots of windows. Building has elevator. Ideal for professional use. 3500 sq. ft. new industrial unit available with amazing exposure to Hwy 401. 18' + ceiling height with mezzanine storage above of- fice space. For more information on these and other availability, please call (905) 725-9991. FOR LEASE - Retail Oshawa, 1100 sq. ft. plus basement, busy corner with lots of parking. $1550/mo. including taxes & main- tenance. 905-666-4670. NEWLY renovated modern offices for lease. Prime location, Harwood and Hwy 2. Please call Patrick at: 416-464-0387. OSHAWA,602sq.ft-2250sq.ft. Newly renovated building, $10/sq.ft. net. Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group Status, (905)259-2020 cell, (905)436-0990 office. TWO OFFICES - 100 sq ft. each with storage closets, includes heat, hydro, washroom, parking, security service available. King/Scugog in Bowmanville. $250 each per month. (905) 623-4428 DOG GROOMING BUSINESS. Established 13-yrs. Whitby. All equipment, supplies, cages, cus- tomer base, etc. Call (905)263- 4774 4pm-8pm. KIOSK in Pickering Medical Cen- tre open 7 days/week. Currently sells coffee; many possibilities. Rent is $321/month. Make offer. Joe (416)457-8315 PA R TNER REQUIRED.Commer- cial cleaning company. East end. $5K per month plus profits. Invest- ment required. $12K. 1-888-740- 1113. PROVEN Money Maker!6 Figure Potential from Home. 1-800-627- 6047. www.normshomebiz.com. SUCCESSFUL DETAIL Shop with clientele and clean up contract. Business & equipment + premises lease only. Bargain $12,000 (Sale due to health reasons) Phone 905- 243-7645. VENDING BUSINESS in Durham for sale. Make money in your spare time. Manufacturing plant lo- cation. Machines in excellent con- dition. Willing to train. Serious in- quires only. 905-426-9303. $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To c onsolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$Money$$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. 100% FINANCING OAC.5 yr. at 4.55% Debt programs, Cash take- outs, Refinances, Self-employed, even poor credit. Call Kevin at 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 DEBTS out of control? Mtgs, con- solidations, auto loans, private funds available. We can help!!! Better Credit Solutions (416)878- 2323, (416)876-2106 MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgments, garnishments, mort- gage foreclosures & harassing creditor calls. GET: debt Consoli- dations, & protection for your as- sets. Call now: (905)576-3505 mortgagefree123.com MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 MORTGAGES? Call b4 go to Bank Credit problem? Self-Employed? 905-424-4091 905-448-9920 Email: ferduse@aol.com (1) - UNIT AVAILABLE,Oshawa, 1-bdrm $660, inclusive. Conven- ient location, separate entrance, laundry. Suitable for 1. Available immediately. Call (416)892-8864 (1) ATTRACTIVE renovated 2- bedroom apt Simcoe/Mill, Oshawa, $795/mo. inclusive. Laundry, bal- cony, parking, Available immedi- ately. 905-434-2858 1-800-486- 9826 . 1 & 2 BDRM.Oshawa. Hardwood floors, free parking, laundry facil- ities. No pets. $725/$775 inclu- sive. First/last, references. April 1st. Call 905-723-1647, 905-720- 9935. 1 & 2-BDRM,very clean quiet family bldg., parking, available im- mediately. Simcoe/Rossland area. $750 & $850. First/last. No dogs. (905)435-0551 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, Port Perry. Fridge, stove and utilities included. $725.00 month. Available April 1. (705)357-2442. 1 BEDROOM basement apart- ment, walk-out. Nice, clean. New kitchen, full bath, Available immediately. $800/inclusive. Call (905)839-0315, (905)213-6078. 1 BEDROOM bright, clean, refur- bished. Oshawa. Avail March 18. $595-inclusive, suitable for single person. Absolutely first/last, refer- ences, non-smoker. (905)571- 5814 1 OSHAWA NORTH,2-bedrooms, new carpeting, fresh paint. 6-sto- rey quiet building, balcony, appli- ances, parking. Utilities included. $870. Available April. 905-436- 9785. 1-BDRM APT., Central Oshawa, parking, private entrance, gas fire- place, $750/mo inclusive. Avail. March 15th./April lst. No dogs. First/last. (905)213-6593 1-BDRM walkout bsmt, Oshawa, Bloor/Grandview. On bus route, near shopping. New paint, carpet. Quiet neighbourhood. No smok- ing/pets. Single professional pre- ferred. $680/inclusive. First/last. April. 1st. (905)432-0937, (905)767-4140 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., Westney/Rossland, Ajax. $650/month all inclusive. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. Phone (905)426-6878 after 6pm. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT., Courtice, $900.00 inclusive. Avail- able April 1. No pets. References. 905-433-2910. 2-BDRM,newly renovated in quiet Pickering family home, private en- trance, 1-parking, laundry, non- smokers/pets, close to amen- ities/schools, large backyard. Avail. April/May. 1st $975/mo in- clusive. Suit couple or single work- ing elderly person. (905)421-9680, 416-817-0578. 2-BEDROOM APTS.- Available Immediately, $725/$795+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, refer- ences. Sam 416-895-8144 2-BEDROOM,North Oshawa, Newer well maintained, clean, quiet adult-lifestyle building. Secur- ity System. Suits retired/mature working adult. April 1. $800/inclu- sive. No pets. 905-720-2352. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent comes with washer, dryer, fridge, stove. $950+utilities. 221 Beatty Ave.(Ritson/Dean) Avail immedi- ately. First/last (905)683-7818 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT,cor- ner Brock/Simcoe in Oshawa. Close to hospital and university. Heat & 2-appliances included. $900/month+hydro, first/last, Avail- able now. (416)-807-0378. AJAX -(Pickering Village) 2 bed- room, large bathroom. New stove and fridge. Parking. Laundry facil- ities. Pets allowed! $966.04 inclu- sive. Call Ron: 905-442-9352. AJAX CENTRAL,basement 1- bedroom, clean & bright, 4 appli- ances, parking for 1, separate en- trance, no pets. $620/month + Util- ities. Available April 1st. (905)683- 8768. AJAX CHURCH/HWY #2,two bedrooms. Available March/April in clean quiet bldg. $950 includes utilities, 905-426-1161 AJAX legalized large 1-bedroom basement apartment. All inclusive. 1-parking. No smoking/pets. $800/month. First/last. Available April 1st. Call (905)683-2427 AJAX NORTH, bright clean base- ment apt. Own entrance, parking, suitable for one person, no pets/smoking. (905)427-7436. AJAX,basement apartments, 2-bedroom, $850 inclusive, 4-appliances, sep. entrance, park- ing. No pets/smoking, Available immed. First/last. Near shop- ping/transit. Call (905) 426-9682. AJAX,Pickering Village 3-bdrm main floor. 4 appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools/shop- ping/transit. $1400/mo inclusive. March 1st. Mike wkdays 905-427- 4077 ext 24, evenings/wknds 905- 442-0020. AJAX,1-bedroom basement apartment, newly renovated. Avail- able immediately. Separate en- trance. $750, includes laundry, cable, parking. Close to amen- ities. First/last. 416-678-0202. AJAX, Ritchie/Hwy 2,walk-out 1- bdrm bsmt, eat-in kitchen, newly renovated, $750/mo inclusive. Also furnished room, own bathroom, $500/mo inclusive. Both available April 1st, no smoking/pets. Call daytime: (905)686-9019. AJAX,spacious 2-bedroom base- ment, dining/living room $1100- utilities included, private entranc- es, full kitchens, 4 appliances, 1 parking, first/last required. Imme- diately. (905)426-7341. APRIL 1ST.clean, bright 2-bed- room apartment in 4-plex, Oshawa, John/Centre. $750 +hy- dro, first/last. Parking, laundry, non-smoking. (905)666-9549 after 5, (905)728-5540. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 BACHELOR,apartment, 576 Mary St. E., Whitby. Small quiet, cozy building. Close to downtown. 905- 665-7509. BASEMENT APT.- Whitby, Gar- den/Taunton. Sep. entrance, $800. Available April 1st. Near all amen- ities. (905)999-0991 BLOOR ST. EAST Oshawa Con- veniently located near No Frills, 401, 1 bed. $645/inclusive and 2 bedrooms $745+hydro ($50/mo) avail. April 1st. First/last/1-park- ing. Immaculate, nice, well-main- tained, bright/clean. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BRIGHT, CLEAN 2-bedroom basement, quiet neighbourhood, lakeviews & privacy, parking & util- ities included. Available immedi- ately, $850 first/last. Robert Frank 705-927-3089 BRIGHT, NEWLY RENOVATED one bedroom apartment, air condi- tioned, for rent in downtown Port Perry. Call 905-985-8234, ext. 224. BROCK/HIGHWAY 2, spacious clean 1 bedroom bsmt. apt. New appliances, single non smoker $700/mth. (utilities/cable included). Available April 1st. Call Pauline 905-426-6208 CHARMING 2 BEDROOM apart- ment north of Port Perry. Com- pletely private, beautiful lake view. Available immediately. First & last required. 905-655-3393. CLEAN 1-BDRM $720/month, newly decorated. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 11, 2005, PAGE 31 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees, close to all amenities$999.00 per month. One month free! Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. C OME W ORSHIP WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 15 27 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us ! Wo rship Times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 15 43 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) & & & “Special Easter Worship Pages will publish Fri. March 18th and Wed. March 23rd.” ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME Come and Worship with us at: Intercultural Worship Center 377 Mackenzie Ave. Unit #10 Ajax, ON. Tel: 905-619-9095 Fax: 905-571-5616 An E.M.C.C.E.D. member church. We ar e a l oc a l c om m u nity c hu r c h b ase d on prin c i ple s o f : Lo ve , F ai t h, & P o w er th a t t e ac h t he Ho l y Sc r i p t ure s i n i t s en t i r e t y We are located behind the Burger King On Bayly between Harwood & Westney Our service times are: Sunday 11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m. Come & Worship publishes every Friday To Advertise your Church Service or Special Events Contact: Janice Samoyloff at 905-683-0707 or Fax: 905-579-4218 or Email: jsam@durhamregion.com St. Timothy’s Presbyterian Church 97 Burcher Road, Ajax 905-683-6122 Sunday Family Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - Nursery www.sttimothysajax.ca EVERYONE WELCOME The Pickering Baha’i Community Invites You to Reflect on the Following Passage “Without truthfulness progress and success, in all the worlds of God, are impossible for any soul.” www.ca.bahai.org pickeringlsa@hotmail.com St. Paul’s United Church 65 Kings Crescent, Ajax 905-683-4740 www.stpaulsajax.org The Church With The Open Arms - All are welcome to attend Wheechair Accessible - Hearing Assistance Visit our website or call to find out more about programs including: Regular Worship & Sunday School with Infant Care: 10:30 Adult Bible Study - Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. Yo uth Groups United Church Women’s Group Also meeting at St. Paul’s are groups including: AA Brain Tumor Support Osteoporosis Group In Addition We Support: Healthy Snack Program Food Bank Blood Donor Clinic CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE OSHAWA BORDER very large, 1100sq.ft, 2 bedroom upper floor of triplex, fridge, stove shared laundry, gas heat, $975 plus hydro, Condolyn Manage- ment (905)428-9766. COURTICE,2- bedroom lower lev- el $850, 2- bedroom upper level $1050 Both apts all inclusive, new carpet & appliances, first & last, (905)665-1905 DOWNTOWN WHITBY,1-bdrm bachelor, private entrance, parking $675/mo inclusive. Avail. immedi- ately. First/last req'd. Call (905)435-6434 FREE CRUISE Move in by April 1st & you may win a free vacation! Harwood & Bayly 2 bdrms $985 Renovated Units Call 310-7000 www.globetransglobe.com KING ST. BOWMANVILLE Two newly renovated 1 bedrooms above store, $600+$650 plus. (905) 449-5906. LARGE -Clean, main floor 2 bdrm. apt. Excellent area, near Oshawa hospital. Eat-in kitchen, includes appliances, parking, & laundry. $815/mo. + utilities. Call Pat 905-263-2228 LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOUSE/APT.Fridge,stove. Wash- er & dryer hook-up. No smokers, no pets, available March 31. Port Perry. Days 905-985-8507, even- ings 905-985-8786. LITTLE BRITAIN - 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, negotiable; very large 3 bedroom apartment $800.00 + hydro, cable included. 705-786- 0104. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY Recently renovated spacious clean 2-bed- room basement apt. sep entrance, near GO & Pickering Town Centre. All inclusive. Available April 1st. No smoking/pets. Please call Rob (416)908-4788 NORTH AJAX,nice walkout base- ment apt., separate entrance, parking, suitable for 1 person. No pets/smoking. $750/month. Call (905)426-1703 NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, April lst/ May lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, park- ing and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH WHITBY - 1 bedroom in beautiful new townhouse. Rest of house to share with owner. $500 inclusive, 1st & last. 905-655- 2472. ONE AND TWO bedroom apart- ments available immediately. Clean, nice area, laundry facilities on premises. 1-parking spot per unit. Park Rd. S./Bloor St. area. Please call (905)571-4482 be- tween 9a.m.-3p.m. for appoint- ment. ONE BEDROOM FURNISHED basement apt. Utilities and parking included. Suit quiet working person or student. No smoking/pets. Near 401/bus stop. April 1st. $650. (905)434-8091 OSHAWA - 1-BEDROOM apt. Fridge, stove, heat, hydro & water. $685/month, first/last. Albert & Jackson. 905-723-9781. OSHAWA - Ritson/Dean (near all amenities), 1 bedroom, large liv- ingroom, appliances, freshly deco- rated, available anytime, $675+hy- dro. (416)265-6226 OSHAWA - Three - 1 bedroom apartments for rent, laundry, cable, air, utilities included. No pets/smoking. $775, $750, $575. Please call (905) 579-8510 or cell (905) 914-0205. OSHAWA -Adelaide and Wilson, 3 bedroom apartment for rent in bungalow. Walkout to deck, pictu- resque view. Available immediate- ly. No pets. $l,150. inclusive. (416) 520-7341 OSHAWA 1 bedroom apartment. No smoking, clean, all utilities in- cluded. Available immediately, $600, first/last and references re- quired. 905-439-0144. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)432-8914, (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558-2622 OSHAWA LARGE 3-bedroom basement apt. close to everything, available immediately. Preferable no pets, $1100 all inclusive, first/last. (905)683-5995 or (416)409-0553. OSHAWA, RITSON/401 large 1- bedroom main floor $695 inclusive, no pets, first/last, available imme- diately. Call (905)391-9376 or (905)668-9376 OSHAWA, 1 Bedroom, spacious, bright, Hospital area, ample park- ing, bus, available immediately, $750/mo All inclusive, first/last/ref- erences, no pets, 905-432-2989 OSHAWA,1-bedroom basement apt., quiet, clean, spacious, in- cludes parking, laundry, utilities. No smoking/pets, suitable for 1. Avail. April 1st, $675. (905)725- 7833 OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM base- ment, separate entrance, private laundry, available ASAP, $650 in- clusive. 1-bedroom walkout base- ment, all inclusive, includes laun- dry, $750. Call Cindy (905)432- 3222, lm OSHAWA,2-bedroom basement apt., For April 1st., Bright & clean, fridge & stove, laundry & private entrance. Quiet neighbourhood, close to 401. No pets or smoking, mature person preferred. $700 first & last. 905-436-7858. OSHAWA,2-bedroom Bloor/Park Well maintained, clean, quiet bldg. Near shopping/401/Go/bus. First/last/references required. No pets. Seniors Special. Available immediately. (905)571-4576 OSHAWA,upper semi detached, garage, newly renovated, laundry, new appliances, fenced yard, shows immaculate, $980. utilities included. contact, (705)324-9052 OVERLOOKING ROUGE VAL- LEY,upper level bachelor, private entrance, laundry, cable, parking, no pets, no smoking, $700 inclu- sive. Available April lst. (905)509- 0186 PARK/401 bus stop in front of quiet triplex. spacious, 2 room apt, newly renovated. Available April 1st. $620 plus hydro. (905)579- 4064, (905)432-0840. PICKERING - Brand new, profes- sionally finished 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Rouge Valley ar- ea. Bright, Separate entrance, A/C, laundry, cable +, large mod- ern kitchen/bath, 1 car parking. No Pets/Smoking. $1000/month inclu- sive. Available immediately. Call 416-725-9400. PICKERING - Liverpool/Tatra, partly furnished one bedroom basement apt. Kitchen/livingroom, small bedroom, bathroom, sep. en- trance, utilities included, $650. No smoking/pets. (905)839-3400 PICKERING - Whites/401, profes- sionally finished spacious 1-bed. basement apt. Parking, sep. en- trance, utilities included. Suits working person. Available immedi- ately. References/first/last. $750/mo. No pets/smoking. 905-421-9090, 416-712-8723 PICKERING Brock/Dellbrook. New, large one bedroom base- ment apt., separate entrance, parking, laundry facilities, new ap- pliances. Avail. April lst. $850 all included. (905)231-9814 or (416)899-0775 PICKERING FAIRPORT/DUN- BARTON,stunning, 1-bedroom ground flr apt., separate entry, laundry, parking, a/c, central vac, 4pc bath, hardwood floors, no smoking/pets. Prefer single per- son. $800/month, available imme- diately. 905-420-4451, Mark PICKERING Liverpool/401 clean bright spacious 2-bedroom apt. Separate entrance, walking dis- tance to GO train, all amenities. $825/month inclusive Available im- mediately. Call 905-421-9631 PICKERING Rosebank South, walk to lake, large 1-bedroom apt., full bath, $750 inclusive. Parking for 1. No pets/smoking. Nice area, near parks. 905-509- 0992 PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM PLUS den, spotlessly clean, dry base- ment apt., in adult family home. Separate entrance, all utilities in- cluding cable, laundry. No smok- ers. Single professional preferred. $799/month, available May 1st. (905)831-6289 PICKERING, 2-bdrm bsmt apt, avail April 1st, very spacious, great neighbourhood, no smoking/pets, a/c, separate entrance, parking, share laundry. Major Oaks/Alpine. First/last. Call (905)426-2400 PICKERING,large 2-bdrm, Separ- ate entrance. Large yard, a/c, c/v, parking, ceramics, laminate, appli- ances, laundry. $900/mo inclu- sive. No pets/smoking. (905)426- 2077 (leave msg). PICKERING,Large 2-bedroom basement apartment, newly reno- vated, no smoking/pets, sep. en- trance, parking, laundry. $900/month inclusive. Immediate- ly. 905-839-9670 or 905-421-9837. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet, 2 bedrooms, $895. Utilities incl., coin laundry, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1-800-693-2778 REGENCY PLACE 15 Regency Cres. Whitby 50+ lifestyle apt. complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl. All utilities incl. Call (905)430-7397 www.realstar.ca SIMCOE ST. N.1- one bedroom, 3 - two bedroom units, Oshawa, air, 5 appliances, Luxury apart- ments, 1 bed $1280. plus parking, 2 bedrooms $l,460. plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 SIMCOE/TAUNTON, large base- ment studio apt., shared laundry, $450 inclusive. Condolyn Manage- ment (905)428-9766. SMALL BACHELOR APT.Park- ing, cable, laundry, fridge, micro- wave, toaster oven incl. Suit clean, quiet working person. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately. $450/inclusive. (905)666-1460. SOUTH OSHAWA-1 bed. $600, 2 bed. $650. basement apt. all inclu- sive, first/last. Near GM, bus-stop. No smoking/pets. April 1st/15th. 905-579-4169. TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available . Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult occu- pied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TRIPLEX - MAIN FLOOR,2 bdrm. apt. Nice, spacious clean, in quiet neighbourhood, 2 parking. near all amenities. Park/401 area, Oshawa. $775+hydro. Available April 1st. 905-438-8886 TWO BEDROOM 315 Kent St. Whitby, Newly renovated, clean, Available April. $775 plus utilities. Close to downtown Whitby, bus, shopping, 401. (905)940-7973. Bibi TWO BEDROOMS AVAILABLE anytime or April 1st. 946 Masson St., Oshawa. $795/mo., all inclu- sive. No pets. Please call 905-576- 6724 or 905-242-4478. UXBRIDGE 1 bedroom basement apartment, stove, fridge, washer, dryer, satellite. Neutral decor, stor- age, parking, $750.inclusive. Avail- able April 1, 905-862-0220 UXBRIDGE NEW!To wn- house/Apartment rentals. 2 bed- rooms, 4 appliances, aircond., pat- io/garden, parking, storage. 905- 852-4777 WALKOUT BASEMENT APART- MENT,White's Rd. / Hwy 2, util- ities, parking, $750. Single person preferred, no smoking, no pets, lst/last references required. Tele- phone(905) 420-2015. WHITBY EXCEPTIONAL 2-bed- room apt., walk to GO, newer bldg, laundry facilities. $815 + hydro. No pets. April 1st. First/last. (905)723- 8697 WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom suites. Low rise building, park like setting, balcony or patio. Close to down- town. In-suite storage. All util. incl. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY,2-bdrm walk-up with sun porch, available immediately. Near downtown, parking avail. Non smoker only. $925/mo + hydro. (905)666-1531 WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDASS, large 3-bedroom basement, separ- ate entrance. A/C, dishwasher, laundry, parking. Near amenities. Great neighbourhood. $1050 plus utilities. Non-smoking. (416)802- 0948 WHITBY, BYRON/KEITH Sts., large 3-bedroom, parking, heat & water included, hydro extra, $1100/month. (905)432-4168. WHITBY,large 2-bedroom newly renovated basement apt., private entrance, 5 appliances, $820+ util- ities. First/last, references. Avail- able April 1st. Call (905)666-3050 WHITBY, LEGAL NEW large & bright 1 bedroom lower level. Sep- arate entrance, parking, full kitch- en, shared laundry, new 3pc bath- room. No pets/smoking, first/last, available April lst. . 905-444-9392. WHITBY- Dundas and Brock. Sec- ond floor of triplex - large 3-bed- room , fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. April 1st. $1075/month inclusive. (905)983- 9082. WHITES/HWY #2,large new 1- bdrm bsmt apt. Separate entrance, 1-parking. $750/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. (905)831-2796 1+1 BEDROOM CONDO,in Pick- ering, includes utilities and park- ing. $l,250. Available April. Call Paul (416) 678-9500 1-BEDROOM CONDO,south Ajax, beautiful view from balcony, A/C, fireplace, parking indoor/out- door, $940+ hydro. Available March 18th. No smoking. Refer- ences. (905)434-1678. AJAX - Beautiful condo, 2 bed., 2 baths at 2 Westney Rd. N. 2-PARKING SPOTS, locker, out- door pool/bbq/fitenss sauna, May 1st. $1250 (negotiable). No pets/smoking. 905-471-5911. PICKERING MILLENNIUM,2- bedroom southern exposure, bal- cony, 5 appliances 2 baths, park- ing, luxury amenities. Available im- mediately. No dogs. $1650 inclu- sive. (905)831-2210 PICKERING Parkway 1 bedroom new building underground parking, 5 appliances, ensuite laundry, $1195/month inclusive. Available May 1st. 416-893-8322. or view: tinyurl.com/22n4j A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM HOUSE,Oshawa on Cobblehill Dr., large deck off kitch- en, walkout basement, backs onto greenbelt, Avail. May 1st/05. First/last/credit-check. $1150+util- ities. Jack (905)576-1910 3-BDRMS,North Oshawa, l/r, d/r, fireplace, laundry facilities, full basement. Avail. April 1st. For more information call (905)723- 1647 or (905)720-9935 3-BEDROOM raised bungalow single car attached garage Kens- ington Ave. no pets, no smoking indoors. $1400/month+utilities. Close to all amenities. 905-430- 1854, 905-924-3076. 40 MINUTES NORTH of Oshawa, (Lindsay). 2200 Sq. Ft., main floor laundry, in town on Trent water park, 1.5 Acres, built in 2002, close to schools, shopping, Main St., parks, playgrounds, walking trails, boat ramp, municipal docks, lift locks and hospital, 3-bedrooms, 2 bath, town sewers and water. $1200/mth (239) 287-1546 E-mail andfitz@comcast.net A THREE bedroom house, excel- lent condition, 5 appliances, cen- tral air, garage, fenced yard, new paint/floors, SE of Brock and #2, walk to Sobey's. $1200 plus. (905) 428-2015. 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 plus family income and good credit. Short of down pay- ment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re Max Spirit (905) 728- 1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX 3-bedroom bungalow, hard- wood, new kitchen, 3 appliances plus shared laundry, large lot, 2-parking, near all amenities. First/last, references. 905-683- 9213 AJAX,detached house, 3 bed- rooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen, livingroom, diningroom, den, 4 appliances, gas heat, non-smokers $1250+heat/hydro. Possession flexible. 905-686-0096. AJAX, AVAILABLE Immediate- ly/April 1st, 2-bedroom walkout new flooring, new fridge/stove, freshly painted, laundry, parking, $925 inclusive. Detached 3-bed- room $1200. Dennis Morgan 416- 587-0060, (905)831-9500. AJAX, BEAUTIFUL 3-BEDROOM main-floor semi-bungalow avail- able immediately Bayly/Harwood, quiet street, 2-car parking, laundry, no smoking/no-pets. $1000+part utilities. (905)686-8104, (416)834- 9759. AJAX,main floor of semi, 3- bdrms, walk-out to deck, laundry, parking, Harwood/Bayly, no smok- ing/pets. $1150/mo+ 60% utilities. Avail. April 1st. (905)294-0760 AJAX, WESTNEY/MCGILL Fully detached, familyroom, double car garage. Avail. immediately. $1,295/month. Call (905)767-7653 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Car- ries for less than rent. OAC. Mini- mum income required per house- hold is $40,000. Please call Aure- lia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905)728-1600, 24 hr. pager. BOWMANVILLE,available imme- diately, detached home in good ar- ea. Features hardwood, ceramics, 2 bathe, 2 large bedrooms, fin- ished basement. $1200/month plus utilities. 905-697-8599. COUNTRY LIVING - scenic, (Port Perry north) Sonya, 3-bedroom bungalow, garage, 5 appliances, non-smokers, no dogs, (905)763- 1725 COURTICE 3+1 bedroom house. Excellent condition, 5 appliances, large deck, fenced yard, new paint/floors. $1250-inclusive. No pets/smoking (905)579-8393 DETACHED 3 bedroom House in Ajax. 1.5 baths. finished base- ment, 5 appliances, C/A/C, full gar- age, fenced yard. No pets/smok- ing. References required. $1500 + utilities. (905)428-3613, leave message. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - 2 bed- room home available immediately. $1100/mo. Phone 905-430-7903. FINALLY A PLACE to call home! Welcome the spring in your fully fenced, landscaped, backyard as brilliant sunshine cascades into every room. Quiet, yet close to schools, shopping, transit. 3-bed- rooms, 2 baths, including large master bedroom with semi ensuite. Gourmet Kitchen, with lots of stor- age. Call Steve (905)686-4891 and come home. LAKE SCUGOG,2-bedroom cot- tage with guest cabin, available April 1st. $950/month. Call (905)576-1178 8-5pm, after 7pm (705)786-2774. NORTH OSHAWA - Spotless, 3 bedrooms, gas heat, central air, finished basement, garage! $l,l75 plus utilities. Available April lst. Call Lori (905) 431-5177. NORTH OSHAWA BEAUTY -Spa- cious & spotless 3-bedroom town- house, 3-baths, 5-appliances, fire- place, garage, fenced yard, fin- ished walkout basement. April 1st. $1295+utilities/first/last/references. 905-430-6440. OSHAWA,4+1 bdrms, newly ren- ovated, laundry facilities available, finished basement with possible office and rec-room. $1200 plus utilities, first/last, April 1st /sooner. (905)424-3450 OSHAWA,large new 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, 5 appliances, central air, gas fireplace, no pets/no smoking. lst/last. $1,600 per mo. plus utilities. Available April lst. (905) 723-3790. PICKERING (Brock Rd.) -2 bed- room, large lot. 4 appliances. 1 year lease. $995/mo +. Please call 905-883-9844. PICKERING 1948 GLENDALE Dr., 3-bedroom bungalow, 4 appli- ances, finished bsmt., w/3pc. bath/laundry, $1400/mo. + util. Available May 1st. (905)831-2210 TAUNTON/BROCK - BRAND new 3 bedroom house, 5 new applianc- es, 3 1/2 baths, garage, storage, whole house, finished basement, quiet Whitby neighbourhood. Apr. 3. $1,450 plus utilities. (416) 817- 5318 TOWNLINE/KING, Oshawa, 3- bedroom bungalow, garage, laun- dry, hardwood/ceramic immediate $1200 inclusive, ALSO Basement available 2-bdrms, laundry, park- ing. $800-inclusive. April 1st. No dogs/smoking (905)430-4649 WHITBY,2 yr. old. 3 bedroom 2-storey, appliances, garage, 2-parking, no basement, April 1st. $1500/first/last/references. (905)434-8614 after 5 p.m. WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDASS.2- bedroom main floor, large renovat- ed kitchen, A/C, dishwasher, laun- dry, parking. Near amenities, great neighbourhood. Non-smok- ing. $1250 plus utilities. (416)802-0948 AJAX 3-bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, family room w/gas fireplace, gar- age, 1 car parking, near all amen- ities. Available immediately. First/last. $1400+utilities. No smoking/pets. 905-420-5789. BOWMANVILLE 4-bedroom town- house. Close to 401. Available im- mediately. No smokers/pets. $1100. First/last. Call (613)333- 1415. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.realstar.ca HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA,Wilson/Rossland, 3- bdrms, 5 appliances, a/c, garage, 2 bathrooms, avail. April 1st. First/last. No pets. $1100+utilities. (905)436-6085 or (905)728-3481 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. AJAX - Westney/Rossland. One bedroom, suit female. $450/mo. Non-smoker/no pets. First/last. Share kitchen, laundry, parking, cable included, Avail. immediately. (905)428-3702 CLAREMONT -Share Bungalow on 5 beautiful acres. Living & Bed- room. All inclusive. Reasonable. Available now or April. Info: John - (905)686-4888. HOUSE LIKE CASTLE offers ja- cuzzi, work-out room, cable, laun- dry, $625/month inclusive. Room suitable single person, students welcome. Brooklin. Available March 15/April 1st (905)432-6454 PICKERING WHITES ROAD/401 furnished bachelor/bedsit, private bathroom, underground parking, no smoking, suits contract person or commuter $135/week. Available immediately. 905-831-9248 PICKERING BROCK/HWY #2, rooms, cable, laundry, parking, next to transit, near GO/401, no pets/smoking. Available April 1st. $500/$600+ 1/4-utilities. (647)889- 2647. PICKERING,1 bedroom for rent in quiet home, price negotiable, avail- able immediately, near shopping & amenities. Shared utilities. Female preferred. Call (905)426-1974 leave msg. PICKERING, Brock/Finch.Upper furnished or not private room in large adult home. Share kitchen, bath, laundry. Cable TV. Parking. No smoking. References, first/last. $400/mo. Call 416-460-5615 ROOM TO RENT in large bunga- low in Nestleton. Contract worker preferred (Monday - Friday). $500.00 month. 905-986-4169. WESTNEY/ROSSLAND,room for rent in new house. Laundry & parking included. Available imme- diately. Call (905)428-7581 A QUIET WHITBY home, all inclu- sive. Rooms $450-$500/mo. No smoking, suits GM, Hydro contract worker. Huge bsmt apt $800+ 905- 723-5653, 416-827-3334 AJAX or PICKERING clean fur- nished houses to share. Mature male preferred, parking, laundry, internet, telephone, cable-TV, and all utilities included. From $450 No lease, non-smoking houses, no pets, 905-683-0457; cell-905-409- 9495. AJAX,use of all facilities. No smoking/pets. $450/month, first/last. Call (905)428-1205 FURNISHED HOUSE - King/Wil- son, 3-bedroom bungalow, split rent, fireplace, heated pool, cable, phone, parking, laundry. $600. April 1st. After 6 p.m. 905-723- 1934. OSHAWA Simcoe/Rossland area, warm, clean, large furnished rooms, share kitchen & bath, suit quiet working gentleman. Near bus,Durham College. $375/mo in- clusive. 905-728-4845 OSHAWA 3-BDRM. FURNISHED townhouse to share with non- smoker/drinker. Includes main floor laundry, 2 baths, heat/hydro, air-conditioning, parking. $500/mo. Call 905-434-7868. OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities. Available April lst. 1st/last, $400/mo inclusive. Viewing (905)433-4088. PICKERING,Altona/Hwy 2, clean, large bedroom available in upscale neighbourhood. Includes cable, laundry, internet, parking, near all amenities, TTC and Pickering Tr ansit. $400/month. Female pre- ferred. (647)882-8237 RED SETTER RESORT on the Trent River near Havelock. 8 mod- ern cottages, full washrooms, heating, air. Seasonal/overnight camping, full hook-ups, store, swimming pool, rec hall. www.redsetterresort.ca or call (705)778-3096 2002 COLEMAN Bayside Folding Tr ailer, sleeps 8, fully loaded in- cluding A/C. Brand new condition with many extras. $13,000. Call (905)447-2925. SWM 34,6' 185 Dirty blond hair, green eyes, N/S, seeks SWF 25-39 years, Caring, honest and open minded. File #160 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, On. L1H 7L5 SINCERE SINGLES "Where Happiness Begins". Successfully matching members since 1992. Toll Free 1-866-719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca. 1/2 price special now on. AJAX - Full-time live-in nanny for 2 children, 14 & 6 mths, flexible hours, legal, references. Call 905- 619-8770. ATTENTION EMPLOYERS:No fee to sponsor qualified & screened nannies overseas. ESP PLACEMENT (416)417-9035 www.espplacement.net LIVE IN NANNY, for 2 boys, 31/2 & 1 1/2. Northern Ajax. Call (905)426-1315. LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 11, 2005 www.durhamregion.com DEL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS INC. WHITEVALE DAM PLANTING CITY OF PICKERING, ONTARIO CONTRACT NO.WD-2004-02 Sealed Tenders,clearly marked as to contents, will be received by Del Management Solutions Inc. until: 2:00 P.M., LOCAL TIME,TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2005 when they will be opened for the planting at Whitevale Dam along West Dufferins Creek, in the City of Pickering. The work involves the supply and installation of 180 shrubs. Plans, specifications and tender forms are available at the Cobourg office of TSH on March 11, 2005, upon payment of them of a non-refundable fee in the amount of $20.00 including GST. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Mr. Ross Peterson Ms. Gina McFarlane Del Management Solutions Inc. TSH 310 Highway 7, Green River Engineers Architects and Planners LOCUST HILL, Ontario 513 Division Street L0H 1J0 COBOURG, Ontario K9A 5G6 Tel: 905-472-7300, ext. 234 Tel: 905-372-2121 B O W M A N VI L LE ’S B ES T L OCAT IO N I M M E D I AT E O C C U PA N C Y New 1&2 bedroom suites from $975./month 3 Months FREE utilities • 5 Appliances, gas heat, a/c •Juliet balconies •In-suite laundry • Lockers available • FREE access to onsite fitness centre • 25 Minutes from Toronto C A L L K E L LY TO V I E W 9 0 5 -6 9 7 -1 4 3 2 Exclusive Condo SuitesPickering Millenium - 1000 The Esplanade Bright condo in gated community. Ensuite laundry. Great open space view. 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Please contact Fiby at (905)839-4366 SELF DEFENSE COURSE offered for women & students! Begins April at the TAI-KO Oshawa Judo Club. For information contact Don- na (905)576-2641 BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668- 8560 OR 1-800-659-0668 LOOKING FOR nice Senior with own home. Will do housekeeping and cooking in exchange for rent. Call (905)725-3750. PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $19.99. wallets from $9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Sales, Installation & Service Of All Makes. SALE! FTA $218, DishNet $257. Quick Installs. 7 Days A Week. (905)999-0362 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES Refrigera- tors, $99/up. Super-capacity wash- ers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up. Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts, Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES - Refridgeator frost free, Deluxe stove $475/pair. Heavy duty washer/dryer, $275/pair or $675/all. Also super deluxe refridgeator/stove, large ca- pacity washer/dryer, used 2 years, will separate, all exceptional ap- pearance. (905)925-6446 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BLEACHED OAK dining room set, 6 chairs, hutch, buffet, mint condi- tion, $2,000. Universal gym $250. telephone (905) 665-5923. BRENTWOOD SOFA $500.00; 2 matching light rose wingback chairs $500.00; single, electric ul- tramatic bed w/massager $950.00. All in excellent condition. 905-985- 0872. CARPETS - I have several thou- sand yards of new Stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living- room & hall for $389.00. Includes carpet, pad & installation (30 yards). 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(905)619- 0018 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. SPECIAL: While quantities last FREE CD/RW WITH P3/550 Complete system purchase from $279.00-$289.00; P3/933 (Complete, black) $379.00; P2/350 (Complete, desktop) $169.00; CD-RW upgrade only $30.00 w/system purchase. Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within Oshawa/Whit- by.Minimal Charge other areas. Interac, Visa & Mastercard accept- ed. Layaway Plans. Leasing now available OAC on New & Refur- bished Systems. 27 Warren Ave- nue,Oshawa (1 block east of Park/Bond). Call (905)576-9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. ENGLISH Armour - circa 1922. Original finish. Excellent condition. 78"h x 48"w x 18"d. $1500. Call (905)428-3616. Hot Tub (Spa) Covers - Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1-866-585- 0056 GARAGE DOORS • ELECTRIC OPERATORS Fast dependable service & repairs Sales & installation of quality doors and operators 905-852-1981 1-888-889-9788 www.up rightdoorservice.com We offer a 10 year pro-rated warranty on spring & cable repairs UP RIGHT DOOR SERVICE MURPHY'S HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES Custom decks, fences and Garden Sheds, Hardwood/laminate floors, Trim work & Crown Moulding, Ceramic Tiles & Back splash, Pluming & Electrical, Pot Lights,Basement finishing, Drywall & plastering and General Home Repairs Quality workmanship, Reliable Service 20 years Experience Call James (905)839-4041 RITCHIE'S WOODWORKING LTD. Home Renovations ●Bathrooms ●Additions ●Basement ●Custom Work Fully Insured Free Estimates Phone (905)428-3499 Fax (905)683-8893 (416 ) 7 2 8-58 1 4 / (6 4 7 ) 223-1 2 45 • Renovations/Repairs/Painting • Landscaping & Lawn Care • Fence & Deck Building/Re-Finishing Free Estimates/Preferred Rates for Seniors “Quality & Craftsmanship You Can Trust” T H E R E N O G U Y S MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul marshallgroup@rogers.com BriCo Home Improvements ✓Basements ✓Framing ✓Drywall ✓Crown Moulding ✓Home Repairs FREE ESTIMATES Call Brian: 905-686-8841 Cell: 416-606-9881 CAROL'S HOUSE CLEANING 5 days per week mature and reliable Call Carol (905) 837-0702 EURO ART HARDWOOD FLOORS Installations, Finishing & Laminates. OVER 15 YEARS EXP. Reasonable Prices. Free Estimates call Angelo (647)287-6089 or (905)831-6030 HOME RENOVATIONS Ceramic Tile specialist 25 years experience Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Additions, Drywall, Paint, Carpentry, Electrical, Roofing, Masonry (905)655-6918 LOR-MAC HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES Specializing in complete bathroom & basement renovations. Ceramic, drywall & plumbing. (905)420-7641 PLUMBER ON THE GO To p Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 POOL TIME Book now - Pool openings. New a/g packages. decks, fences, all reno's. One Call Fix All - Dale 416-571-1483 905-666-5528 U.K. Plumbing Complete Renovation Service, Bathrooms, Basements, Tiling, Flooring, Drywall, Repairs. Free Estimates Licensed & Insured Call Phil (905)427-5462 THE RENOVATOR Quality Workmanship Reliable Service Reasonable Rates Specialized in all Interior Renovations ✦ Basement Finisher ✦ Carpentry ✦ Electrical ✦ Flooring ✦ Painting ✦ Plumbing Free Estimates 905-426-3657 or 416-553-4309 SENIOR HANDYMAN, All Repairs Honest & Reliable Roy (905)426-7969 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 A Woman's Touch Deb & Di's Painting Faux Finishing, Drywall Repair and Ceramics To add a woman's touch to your home, Call Diane for a free estimate (416)988-8453 HH Painting Interior/Exterior Residential, Commercial, & Industrial Free Estimates Herb Hansford 905-767-7277 P & H Painting Professional, Experienced, Reliable Interior/Exterior **Fully Insured** Call for free estimate (905) 686-7889 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 $45/hr 2 movers + truck 24' trucks available. www.triumphmoving.com 416-802-9849 905-883-4406 Triumph Moving ACTIVE MOVING SYSTEMS Houses, Apartments Offices, appliances & piano specialists. Packing & Storage Avail. Senior & Mid- month Discounts Excellent Service (905)436-7795 2 EXPERIENCED CLEANERS AVAILABLE for quality service at excellent rates call Lisa (905)655-9195 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential. Pickering & Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL CLEANING SERVICES (905)250-9806 •Carpet/Floor Care •Move-Ins/Outs •Garage/Spring Clean-ups •Construction Clean-ups YOU NAME IT,WE CLEAN IT! "Now Hiring" HOUSE CLEANER with over 10 years experience Reasonable rates Call (416) 752-3550 Residential Cleaning Extremely affordable Bonded and Insured Call An Extreme Clean Team Today for 20% off 1st cleaning (905)666-5774 CARPETS LAMINATES HARDWOOD Super Deal on Laminate & Carpets Free 10mm pad w/inst. Repairs & Restretch Fully Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates * Sam (905) 706-3206 FLOORING TRADE & DECOR We Supply All Your Needs. www.flooringtrade.com For free Estimates call: (905)231-9686 1885 Clements Rd. Unit 277, Ajax THE HUNTER GROUP Landscaping & Property Maintenance Res. & Comm. We'll make it affordable, you'll make your neighbours jealous. Complete lawn care starting $80/month book by March 31st. Interlocking, Decks, Fences, Sodding, Gardens & Design 905-448-9171 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 11, 2005, PAGE 33 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.comdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 35 A/P FILTER QUEEN Limited edition model was $2000-new, must sacri- fice $499 complete w/attachments. Recently overhauled. 1-year war- ranty (905)720-9991. Oshawa Vacuum, 30 Taunton East. HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Cen- tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 866-97COVER MAYTAG REFRIGERATOR,Frigi- daire stove, less than 1-yr.old, paid $2300, asking $1300/pr. 1992 HARLEY DAVIDSON Sportster 1340, new tires, $9500/obo. 905- 725-0996. POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, $800 accessory pack- age included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, washers $199/up, new and coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 WEDDING DRESS - Sleeveless, Mon Cheir, size 12, with veil & tia- ra.Asking $600 obo. 905-434- 8775. PIANO SALE-Huge Selection! March Break Special March 8th to March 19th deadline, on all upright & grand pianos, also digital pianos. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, 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! PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Rentals also available. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427- 7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa. PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 QUEEN 8-pc $1350; Oak buffet hutch table 4 chairs 2-yr $1000; 5- cu.ft. freezer 1-yr $150; love- seat/chair 1-yr $550; TV armoire over 6-ft high $200; Full size stacked washer/dryer 4-yr $400; Tw o wicker tub chairs @ $100; Fridge $250; Stove $100. (905)260-1123 RECORD COLLECTION.More than 200 LPs and 500 45 rpm records, primarily popular rock, from the 1950s to 1980s. Elvis, Beatles, Buddy Holly, etc. All the top hits of three decades, plus. Open to offers for entire collection. Will not sell individual records. Call Peter 905-985-3089 night, 905- 431-0135 days. RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. 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Also liv- ingroom, familyroom furniture, so- fa, loveseat, coffee and end tables etc. Will take larger screen TVs and newer appliances in good working order. 905-260-1123 NEW VENDORS WANTED Crafts, antiques, manufactured items. Limited space available. "ONE MONTH FREE" Call Karen for details. (905)404-0508. Country Craft Store, Whitby AJAX LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD. The best quality and pric- es around. Cut/split/seasoned/de- livered. Discount for pick up. ($300 bush) 905-424-1735. DRY FIREWOOD.Maple, Ash, Beech. Delivery available. Free es- timates on tree removal. 905-655- 1200. ONTARIO MIXED HARDWOOD - seasoned, delivered. Day call: 705-484-2195 or Evening calls 705-484-0512. QUALITY FIREWOOD at low pric- es. Fully seasoned, split hard- wood. Ready to burn. Delivery only (free within Durham region). Call days 905-718-7147, evenings 905- 725-5415 SATELLITES, FREE TO AIR.Is your DirecTV down? Everyone is switching to FTA; no cards, boards or atmegas. Specializing in the Free to Air systems. Get 1000's of channels, no monthly bills. 1St in Durham Region. Call 905-435- 0202. Email us at uneekelectron- ics@rogers.com 226 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. DROP BY OUR STORE FOR A FREE DEMO 3 FEMALE SHITZPOO PUPPIES for sale -$550/each. Call 905-725- 2655. ADORABLE LAB/Shepherd X pups $200. Chris after 6 p.m. weekdays - Anytime weekends 905-472-1614. BERNESE puppies home raised, vet checked, lst shots given, $900. (905)683-4038 LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUP- PIES,black/chocolate, CKC regis- tered, Champion blood lines, ex- cellent potential in show/obedi- ence/field + trail. EXCEPTIONAL- LY healthy/intelligent/beautiful/well socialized. Dew claws removed, vet checked, first shots, de- wormed, paper trained. Grandfa- ther is Canadian Champion 'Ra- hontsi's Cruise Control' Ready Now!!! $650 each. Call Alva (905) 579-7821 (Oshawa), e-mail matalva@netzero.com REGISTERED BORDER COLLIE puppies from working stock. Micro- chipped, shots, dewormed. 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Grandmother of Tiffany Moore (Dave), Destiny Moore, Hannah Neufeld (Dave), Lauren, Nicole and Kelsey Harlow. Great grandmother of Eloise, Hazel and Solomon. Jean was a graduate of the Royal Ontario Collage of Arts, a member of the IODE and Douglas Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Jean will be remembered for her love of the arts, fashion, shoes and chocolate! Special thanks to Doctors Au and Henry for their supportive and attentive care. Also for the "Angels" of Gilmore Lodge who never stopped loving her. At Jean's request there will be no visitation. Private Cremation will take place with a Memorial service at a later date. The family would appreciate anyone wishing to remember Jean to make donations to Gilmore Lodge or the Niagara Heart and Stroke. "Good night Jean...our Hollywood star in her own right!" Arrangements entrusted to the Benner Funeral Services. LAJTER (LAYTER), Antonina - Long time member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Peacefully into the hands of God surrounded by her loving family on Monday March 7, 2005 at Ajax Pickering Hospital. Antonina was born in Peresudowichy, Ukraine in 1922 and came to Canada with her family in 1948. Antonina was the beloved wife of the late John Lajter (1980). Loved mother of Nina Layter-Hermelin and her husband Jean Pierre Hermelin (Ajax), and Anna Layter (Ajax). Loving grandmother of Kathryn (Katia) Hermelin (Ajax). Dear sister of Mary Shulga (Whitby), Olga Goreglad (Oshawa) and the late Leon Makowchik. Dear aunt of Helen Brooks, Peter Makowchik, Mike Shulga, Steve Shulga, George Goreglad, and Paul Goreglad. Antonina will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East Oshawa (905-433-4711) on Thursday March 10th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Panachyda at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Service on Friday March 11th at 9:30 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Bloor St. east of Simcoe). Interment St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Ukrainian Cemetery, Courtice. Officiating at the service Rev. Gregory Mielnik. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Three senior skaters pass gold levels PICKERING — Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club members continued to shine on the ice, en- joying numerous triumphs in re- cent tests and competitions. A number of club members graduated to the next level of the CanSkate program after passing recent tests at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex arena. They were: Stage 1: Peyton Alexander, Ryan Smith, Catherine Jagoe, Andrew Karkruff, Joseph Troupe, Madison McKay, Danielle Green, Michael Coyle, Caroline Fischer, Alessan- dro Molica-Lazaaro, Lindsey Alger, Tyler Karkruff, Richard Dubeau, Jonathan Lorenzon, Luke Miron, Evan Kung, Michael Williams, Natalie Mikoluk, Ana Mikoluk, Re- becca Dubeau, Alan Singer, Ashley Dixon, Emily Ruttle, Adam Shafi, Mikayla Longsworth, Daniel Silva, Mohammad Hadi Ammar, Jes- sica Lundy, Stephanie Simmons, Sydney Silva, Olivia Rennie, Hyam Ammar, Cameron Tilley, Katelin Phills, Daniel Mikhail, Mayssam Ammar, Jonathan Maves, Andre- Jacoub Mikhail, Krystal McMinn- Stocker, April Gilkinson, Andrew Marshall, Jenna Pitaro, Matthew Schneider, Katrin Dimitrova, Aimee Vincent, Crystal Taylor, Ashley Hamburger, Brooke Farrell, Matthias Reid-Collington, Ryan Flanigan, Sara Clark, Chanelle Mu- dahy, Abike Parris, Victoria Mc- Glennon. Stage 2: Cameron Troupe, Gur- simran Toor, Brennan Ruttle, Madeline McClenaghan, Nicholas Kazakis, Haley Lingum, Nicholas Holland, Deion Balakumar, Katelin Phills, Patrick Holland, Krystal Mc- Minn-Stocker, Jenna Pitaro, Janelle Pitaro, April Gilkinson, Dawson Gamble, Lauren Hickey, Sarah Fla- nigan, Samantha Goodrich. Stage 3: Amanda Semenuk, Mad- eline McClenaghan, Lea Kreutz, Te resa Barrie, Amanda Faigal, Aaron Salib, Xavier Romani, Preet Panesar, Janelle Pitaro, Stephanie Chong, Stephanie Lamanna, Elise Bourdages, Laurel Campbell. Stage 4: Austin Thoms, Jami Camele, Amy Browett. Stage 5: Rachael McCulloch, Ka- vita Koria, Courtney Dodds, Me- lissa Fernandez. Meanwhile, at the club’s most recent test day, a number of senior skaters made the grade at the gold level, a category that requires many years of work and dedication in order to achieve. Making the gold standard were Anna Kwadrans, Paige Heathcote, and Savannah Heathcote. Others passing tests were: • Preliminary dance: Christin Spencer, Dutch Waltz; Sydney Vandersluis, Libby Reeves, Natasha Calizon, Canasta Tango; Jacque- line Van Rooy, Navena Swamina- than, Michelle Nicholson, Darelle Cowley, Baby Blues; • Preliminary skills: Alyssa Jar- vis, Erika Irwin, Nicole Haughton, Alana Grant, Devon Gleed, Lauren Cowley; • Preliminary elements: Amanda Smith, Corinne Rivers; • Preliminary freeskate: Corinne Rivers; • Junior bronze dance: Natalie Van Rooy, Rieza Macliano, Devon Gleed, Angel Farrer, swing; Nicole Lalonde, Alissa Kuksis, Alyssa Ja r vis, Angel Farrer, Emily Emer- son, fiesta tango; Amanda Smith, Tobi Odeuke, Alana Grant, willow waltz; • Junior bronze skills: Corinne Rivers, Tamara Dowhy; • Junior bronze elements: Jenni- fer Pappas, Christie Moore, Alissa Ku ksis, Jacqueline Kenthol, Ta- mara Dowhy, Jill Adams; • Junior bronze freeskate: Christie Moore, Alissa Kuksis, Jill Adams; • Senior bronze dance: Corinne Rivers, Caitlin Morenz, Nicole Haughton, ten fox; Corinne Rivers, Kirsten Kuksis, Rachel Dobson, Ja cqueline Clarke, fourteen step; Matthew Jubb, Amanda Cozier, Lauren Cowley, European; • Senior bronze elements: Kirst- en Kuksis; • Junior silver dance: Emma Al- lain, Jennifer Adams, Keats foxtrot; Amanda Press, Katrina Gates, Har- ris tango; Katrina Gates, Lauren Cunningham, Sandra Black, Amer- ican; Jacqueline Kenthol, Emma Allain, Rocker Foxtrot; • Junior silver skills: Victoria Gi- glio; • Junior silver elements: Lauren Cunningham; • Junior silver freeskate: Kaycee Morrison; • Senior silver dance: Rachelle Degenstein, Julia Blandisi, starlight waltz; Julia Blandisi, Killian; • Gold elements: Paige Heath- cote, Savannah Heathcote; • Gold freeskate: Anna Kw adrans. Pickering Skating Club members glide to solid results on test days Durham City basketball leagues gear up for season AJAX — The Durham City Basketball Association is looking for players in order to put two leagues on the hardwood this season. The Ajax-based association will run a women’s league for 12 weeks, beginning later this month. The women’s league sea- son will include an all-star game and playoffs. All players will receive a jersey. Player spaces are limited. In addition, the DCBA will or- ganize a Games League for kids, designed to give young players an opportunity to play structured and organized basketball. The kids league runs for 12 weeks and consists of four teams of seven to 10 players. All players will receive a team jersey. For more information, to reg- ister, or to receive a registration form, call the DCBA office at 905- 427-4253, or visit www.durham- citybasketball.ca. A/P PAGE 36 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com Starts Friday, March 11th; ends Sunday, March 13th SATURDAY ONLY SPECIALS!May not be combined with any other offer.SUNDAY ONLY SPECIALS!May not be combined with any other offer. 40%ff women’s, men’s and kids’ athletic shoes by Brooks, Kangaroos & ToGo ™ Sport. Selected styles. 70%ff Ralph Lauren Av ery jumbo pillows Reg. $32. Sale $9.59. 40%ff women’s Maidenform fashion bras 40%ff men’s Dockers casual pants, casual shirts, knits, dress pants, socks, belts and wallets 60%ff women’s ToGo™ sunglasses buy 1, get 1 FREE Market Square®speckled coffee mugs. 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Excludes women’s I.N.C & Alfani. • clearance-priced watches & jewellery Off last ticketed prices. 30%ff • men’s Mantles™ casual shirts, knits & sweaters • men’s athletic fashions by Adidas, Reebok and Nike Step Right Up Shoe Event! up to 40%ff great selection of new spring styles by Rockport, Aerosoles, Naturalizer, Mantles™, ToGo™and more 50%ff Spiegelau stemware more than you came for your purchases*all day at any of the Hbc Family of stores when you open an Hbc account *On approved credit only. Some exceptions apply. Ask a sales associate for details. 10%ff Pickering ‘AE’ atoms runners-up at two tourneys Panthers play in recent Oshawa, Brantford events PICKERING — A busy schedule hasn’t slowed down the Pickering Panthers Si Vous Play Sports/Dr. Jay Petroff atom ‘AE’ rep hockey team one iota. Despite a whirlwind of activity, the Pickering atoms have been runners- up at two recent tournaments . The Panthers finished as finalists at the Oshawa Church Hockey League 30th Heritage Invitational Hockey To urnament. In the silver medal tro- phy game, the Panthers downed the Stouffville Clippers 5-2. A quick start seemed to take the wind out of the Clippers’ sails as Connor Bess and Jamie Romaniuk scored, with assists to Cameron Hud- son, Cameron Guenther and Dylan Vieira. Bess netted his second of the game in the second period and the Panthers received two third-period markers from Matthew Yarde and Ke- aton Eldridge, with assists to Vieira, Matthew Coppa, Matthew Woitzik and Darren Binder. Vieira was named the game’s most valuable player for Pickering. Pickering opened the event with a 3-3 tie with the OCHL Selects. Woitzik, Yarde and Cameron Hudson scored. The OCHL Selects tied the contest with less than two minutes remain- ing. Yarde was Pickering’s MVP. The Panthers atoms downed the Brantford Sharpshooters 7-4 in Game 3. After a two-goal first period, the Pickering atoms exploded with three second-period markers to put the game out of reach. Scoring were game MVP Binder and Yarde each with two, Eldridge, Bess and Vieira. Assisting were Yarde and Coppa each with two, Binder, Yarde and Evan Knoll. The Panthers also earned a silver medal competing at the 20th annual To urnament of Friends in Brantford recently. Pickering faced the Brantford Church Saints in the final, losing 3-0. A slow start proved costly for Picker- ing as Brantford scored all its goals in the first period. Pickering was thwart- ed the rest of the way by a strong Brantford goalie. Other team members are Jason Mc- Neil, Karl Hintze, Peter Nicol and Brandon Eno. Dave Nicol coaches the team, as- sisted by Dave Binder and Goober Romaniuk. 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Watch for signs. Ken & Susan Sherban, Re/max Spirit will be there to greet you.$287,500S UN D AY. MA R C H 13 , 2 -4 P.M . Spirit Realty Inc. ! ! (( 0' /!%(+-!..%1!.+ %*0. 0)# '*2"! /0-!. /*+,0 '%/4$ - 2** "'**-. !- (% . -+!/. /$! - ' !%'%)## ."%-!+' !2%/$0)%,0! 0./*( .0--*0) %)-! /**(+#- ! &%/ $!) %)!/-4 0#!2 '&*0/ .!(!)/2%/$+-*"!..%*) ''4"%)%.$! -! -! /%*)-**(2 ''*"2%) *2.# - !) **-*+!)%)# *)/* 0./*(+ /%* 3 ! !..! '%#$/%)# -*2) (*0' %)#.!-4+-%1 /!"0''4"!) ! # - !)*-+-%1 /! ++*%)/(!)//*1%!2 '' 3 !''!)/$*(!2%/$" 0'*0.+ )*- (% 1%!2 ! JUST REDUCED TO $389,000 " Minor atoms off to next round after corralling Barrie Colts DURHAM — The Ajax-Picker- ing Raiders annawood.ca/Wire- less Systems Solutions minor atom ‘AAA’ rep hockey team is seeing red these days. Not in the angry sense, how- ever. They’re red hot and looking the part — literally. The players have caught playoff fever and a few have taken the radical step to sport their team colours for the playoff run, dying their hair ‘Raider Red’. The Raiders eliminated last years’ OMHA bronze medalists, the Barrie Colts, this past week- end and are headed to the OMHA semifinals. The series with Barrie went four games, with the Colts edging out the Raiders in a last-minute nail-biter 3-2 in Game 1. The Raiders then took charge of the series in Game 2, winning the next three games 6-2, 4-1 and 5-2. Going into the playoffs, the Raiders finished off the Eastern ‘AAA’ league with a very respect- able 14-4-4 record in their last 22 games. The Raiders now move on to face the Whitby Wildcats in a best-of-five series. Fa ns wishing to witness some exciting playoff action and sup- port the Raiders can catch Game 2 at the Ajax Community Centre’s pad 4 this Saturday afternoon at 4 p.m. Te am members are Harrison Wood, Zachary Courtney, Sean Power, Joseph MacLeod, Cam- eron Pinos, Tyler Jennings, Mat- thew Scobie, Stefan Lamanna, Anthony Gianfriddo, Christo- pher Hay, Edbert Khong, Kyle McDermott, Chris Koerth, Cody Wa tson, Alex Gee and Andreas Alexiou. Yo u can also follow the minor atom ‘AAA’ team’s progress on their website at www.ajaxpicker- ingraiders.com. Raiders to tangle with Whitby Wildcats in playoffs A/P PAGE 38 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 durhamregion.com 1869 SHADYBROOK DR, PICKERING Affordable, spotless & beautiful. Perfect 4 bedroom semi. Great Pickering location. Easy access to 401. Features include: double driveway, new windows, broadloom, renovated kitchen and bathroom. The list goes on. To view this property or others, please call Yasmina. ® Percy Fulton YASMINA NEZIREVIC* 905 683-2100 SUNDAY MARCH 13 2-4PM *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant View these listings on-line @www.durhamregion.com 13 MULLORD AVE. SAT. MARCH 12, 2-4 P.M. SOUTH AJAX BEAUTY WITH FIN. BSMT. Over 2900 sq.ft of fin.living space!All brick 4 bdrm. Lakeside home w/beautifully fin. bsmt. Attractively upgraded w/bleached hrdwd. floors, stylish designer colours, huge 2-tier deck for entertaining, fully fenced and treed yard, ge. fam. rm. /gas fp., luxury ensuite w/ soaker tub and sep. shower, mn. flr. laundry, direct access to garage, GDO and openers and remotes, Central Air, satellite dish, security system, Gorgeous fin. bsmt. features tongue & groove pine ceiling, top quality Berber carpeting, pot lights, wiring for surround sound and 3 piece rough-in. Steps to lake and park. A must see at $363,000. FIRST Realty Ltd. GERRY KORENTOS* & JAY VANULAR* 905-831-3300 13 MULLORD AVE. SUN., MARCH 13, 2-4 P.M. BACKS ONTO PROTECTED GREENSPACE Shows like a mode l home.Gorgeous 3 bdrm. home in popular Lakeside community of South Ajax. Close to lake, parks, woodlands and golf course. Premium location - No houses behind. Backyard lined by beautiful mature pine trees. Upgraded top to bottom incl. hrdwd. floors and Berber carpeting, whirlpool tub, casement windows, California Shutters, pot lights, designer decor, conv. 2nd floor laundry, 2nd floor balcony, upgraded dream kit. /custom centre island and much more. Well priced at just $304,900 60 HANDLEY CRES. Stunning 4 bdrm. home in prime S Ajax. This beauty has all the bells and whistles. Tons of upgrades throughout! An entertainer’s delight with hot tub and large pie-shaped lot. SAT. MARCH 12, 1-4 P.M. 15 FLOWERS CRES., AJAX LUCAS STYLIANOU* 905-683-5000 QUALITY ONE Realty Ltd. Broker Beautifully upgraded 3+1 bdrm. bungalow nestled across Frenchman’s Bay and Heritage Trail. Newer maple kit., baths, ceramics, furnace, windows, appls. and more! A true showpiece. SUN. MARCH 13, 1-4 P.M. 957 ESSA CRES., PICKERING $282,900DOUG TAYLOR** 905 831-3300 FIRST Realty Ltd. SAT. & SUN. MARCH 12 & 13, 1-4 P.M. 1118 LONGBOW DR., PICKERING Just move in and enjoy this spacious Glendale semi. Loaded with upgrades, finished top to bottom. Huge living room with cathedral ceiling, skylights, gas fireplace and walkout to deck. Finished basement with dry bar and 2nd gas fireplace. Includes 7 appliances. A MUST SEE! www.dougtaylor.ca $239,900 JUST LI S T E D 683 GRACELAND COURT 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Steps to High school and transit! Linked by garage. All brick orig- inal owner home. Super lot size 44x140 ft! Well maintained and updated throughout with newer windows, broadloom, ceram- ics, and professionally fi nished basement! Value priced at $269,900! Realtron Realty Inc. MARY JANE VIEJO** 416 289-3333 SUNDAY 2-4PM LENA OHANNESSIAN* 905 683-1790 1905 WOODVIEW AVE., PICKERING Dir.: Off of Pinegrove. 6 year old detached two storey home. Open concept, eat-in kitchen with walkout to yard, 4 bedrooms, 9 foot ceiling, parquet floors, crown mouldings, main floor family room and laundry. California shutters and many other features. Asking $469,000.Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated SUN. MARCH 13, 2-4 P.M. 1938 WILDFLOWER ROBERT HULL* 905 619-9500 Stunning executive home, Coughlan built “Oakdale” model. Thousands spent on upgrades, oak staircase, 9’ ceilings, sep. formal din. rm. with hdwd. & crown moulding, eat-in kitchen with walkout. Great room 2 storeys high with hdwd. & fireplace. Backs onto conservation - Altona Forest. Mstr. bdrm. has 4 pc. ensuite with Jacuzzi tub & sep. shower. Has 2 bdrm. professionally fin. bsmt. apt with sep. entrance.$409,900SAT. MARCH 12 & SUN. MARCH 13, 1-3 P.M. Group Heritage Realty Inc. 938 ALANBURY CRT., PICKERINGKEN FORD* 905 619-9500 “John Boddy Backsplit” **Absolutely stunning decor** * Totally upgraded hardwood, finished top to bottom * Move in for summer 20X3 0 F A M . R M . SAT. & SUN. MARCH 12 & 13, 1-4 P.M. $ 3 7 4 , 9 0 0 Group Heritage Realty Inc. SUNDAY, MARCH 13 2-4 P.M. 1480 OLD FOREST RD., PICKERING MIKE ARNOLD* 905 428-7677 Just listed $249,000 unique, spotless home on huge lot, ready to move in. Nice sun room, formal dining room, hardwod flooring is in great shape. The basement has a walk out to a large lot. Showings start Thursday & an Open House on Sunday, March 13.Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker $24 9, 0 0 0 1 3 67 B R I D LE PAT H CI R CL E DAVE STOKES* 416-286-3993 905-668-1800 This beautiful home sits on a 45’ x 150’ lot & features 3 + 2 large bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, C/ A, family room with fireplace, large family sized eat-in kitchen, finished walkout basement that leads to the oversized private yard with an inground heated pool, backs onto green space (no homes behind you). This home has many upgrades over the past few years. Call David Stokes for more details. See you on Sunday.$359,900SU ND AY MA R C H 13 , 2-4 P.M . www.davidstokes.ca Rouge River Realty Ltd. 1 504 STURGEON C RT, PICKERIN G PATRICIA SIMPSON** 905-619-9500 1-888-790-7511 Group Heritage Inc.. Need room to grow? This 4 bdrm. home has a lot to offer. Large eat-in kitchen overlooking mn. flr. family room Spacious master bdrm. w/sitting area & ensuite. C/air, new windows, ceramics, fully fenced yard w/17’x32’ deck. Shows very well. Come see for yourself or contact Patricia Simpson at 905-619-9500 or 1-888-790-7511.$324,900SU N DAY. MARC H 1 3, 2-4 P.M. GARRY BOLEN** 905 436-0990 SUN. MAR. 13 2-4 P.M. 42 CHATFIELD, AJAX This beautiful home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, combined living and dining room, eat-in kitchen and a finished lower level. Fully fenced backyard backing onto open space.STATUS REALTY INC. BROKER$239,90047 BOLLAND DRIVE, AJAX STEP INSIDE TO APPRECIATE THE VALUE in this stunning & immaculate 3 bdrm. home finished from top to bottom with new lower level 2- pc. & $$$ more spent on upgrades throughout and much more situated on a premium lot in demand South Ajax with Parkland views and just steps away from Lake Ontario and walking trails.TOO GOOD TO LAST TOO LONG...See it today! MARY ROY Broker/Owner 905- 426-7515 www.maryroy.com Results Realty Inc.$284,898ONE LOOK AND YOU’LL BE SOLD on this approx. 2775 sq. ft. Pickering Village beauty offering a dramatic Scarlet O’Hara staircase, formal living & dining rooms with French doors, bright family sized eat-in kitchen, HUGE family room with new brdlm., California shutters, professionally landscaped yard with interlocking walkways and much more! MAKE YOUR MOVE TODAY... Don’t wait another minute! 28 ANNIE CRES., AJAX$394,898$299,888$379,898SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2 - 4 P.M. 70 MAGILL CRES., AJAX SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2 - 4 P.M. SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2 - 4 P.M. SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2 - 4 P.M. 80 GLORIA CRES., WHITBY PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP is apparent throughout this original owner home featuring a lovely front enclosure, bright eat-in kitchen w/breakfast bar & w/o to a large deck & beautifully landscaped yard. $$$ more spent on features & upgrades throughout & situated in a great family neighbourhood close to schools, shopping & all amenities.LOOK NO FURTHER...You’ve just found your new home! DISTINCTION A& QUALITY is show throughout this N orth WHITBY beauty with thousands spent on upgrades boasting an open concept main floor with 9 ft. ceilings, a gorgeous kitchen w/cherry wood cabinets. breakfast area & walkout, family room with gas fireplace, 4 spacious bedrooms & much more situated in a great family neighbourhood. IN SEARCH OF EXCELLENCE?? Drop by and see for yourself! durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 11, 2005 PAGE 39 A/P I want a semi for the price of a town!I want a semi for the price of a town! • Live near GO, woods & downtown • Elegant enclave near the Lake • Beautiful 3 & 4 bedroom plans • Spa-style ensuites • Gourmet kitchen/Great Rooms • Access from garage to backyard GRAND MODEL OPENING $220’sFrom the sidebysidesemis WE HEAR YOU!At our Grand Model Opening in Ajax our incredible sidebysidesemis are separated from the garage back, giving direct access to your backyard. 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