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Home My WebLink AboutNA2005_12_16 The Pickering 44 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 49,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Council votes to keep $3.5 million for Rouge Valley expansion By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — Regional coun- cillors have decided to send a “s trong signal” to Rouge Valley Health Centre administration by withholding a $3.5-million ex- pansion contribution. Even though hospital admin- istration and staff are in discus- sions to find a long-term solu- tion for pediatric and obstetric services at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital site, on Dec. 14, Durham council went ahead with a decision to hold back the $3.5 million it had com- mitted to the expansion. Councillors were unanimous in their support. “We have to send a very strong signal,” said Ajax Mayor Steve Parish. He said Durham Chairman Roger Anderson’s suggestion last week to withhold the expansion funds captured everyone’s atten- tion because money talks. “That made a point,” said Mayor Parish. A couple of weeks ago, Rouge Valley Health System said its obstetric and pediatric services would be transferred from its Ajax location to Scarborough be- cause of a local shortage of pe- diatricians. Shortly afterwards, hospital officials announced its pediatrician on-call schedule was filled and the obstetrics ser- vice saved for now. Earlier that day, the Region’s joint finance and health and social services Give you home a new look for Winter Free for Families 7 pm - 9 pm New Year’s Countdown Dec. 31 @ Pickering Rec. 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Mayor Parish said the only way to get things done sometimes is to really turn up the political heat. Councillors made their deci- sion following a presentation by Bill Par ish, co-chairman of the Friends of Ajax-Pickering Hospital, in which he asked regional council to move ahead with a decision to withhold expansion funds. “We would strongly urge this mo- tion be adopted by council,” said Mr. Parish. He said the uncertainty surround- ing the obstetrics department has caused medical and support staff to lose confidence in Rouge Valley’s ad- ministration. To date, nothing has been done to really try and solve the matter, Mr. Parish added. Before councillors voted, Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan asked councillors to defer the hospital motion until the next meeting in light of work between the hospital’s staff and administra- tion to find a long-term obstetrics solution by Christmas. “I feel this uncertainty and turmoil has gone on too long,” said Ajax Re- gional Councillor Colleen Jordan. “To take a softer position now just leaves the door open for this kind of uncertainty to go on for a long time to come.” S he added the Region can reverse its deci- sion at any time. Council’s res- olution included sending a copy of its decision to the premier of Ontario, prime minis- ter of Canada and other government officials and departments. ✦ Parishes from page 1 Steve Parish Parishes make the case for withholding money Dave Ryan durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 3 A/P One FREE 5” x 7” photo at Santa’s Castle from 8:00 am to 9:30 am. One photo per customer, while quantities last. 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Nicholson. He said for Oshawa, the tax in- crease is going to be in the double digits because the Region’s rate is higher than the municipal rate, so an Oshawa one per cent tax increase is not as high as the Region’s. Coun. Nicholson said he’s con- cerned regional transit will be viewed negatively because of the high tax increases it’s causing. Although the vote by regional councillors was close, Coun. Nichol- son’s proposal was carried. But a suggestion he made to reduce the increase for regional departments was lost. Coun. Nicholson suggested region- al department budgets not exceed 2.5 per cent of the 2006 property tax rate, instead of the 3.5 per cent proposed after the consideration of assessment growth. He wanted the leftover one per cent to be put towards the roads budget. “We’re going to be talking about layoffs,” said Brock Regional Council- lor Larry O’Connor, warning of the consequences of Coun. Nicholson’s proposal. 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First Pickering Place Safe and sober PICKERING — Brook- lin’s Corina Goss, right, is hosting a party soon so she listened intently re- cently to some tips about getting her guests home safely. Kelly Ventey-Pige- au, a public health nurse, was helping to staff a Durham Region health department and Mothers Against Drunk Driving dis- play at the Pickering Town Centre called, ‘If Santa were to drink and drive, I fear the presents might not arrive.’ A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Hospital fight needs unified front Divisiveness and political grandstanding only clouding the future Ajax, Pickering and Whitby are at a most important crossroads in their histories when it comes to our community hospital. With each successive meeting, with each political position taken, with each verbal salvo thrown at the Rouge Valley Health System, our Ajax-Pickering-Whitby community hos- pital site’s future becomes more uncertain. Ever since Rouge Valley announced two weeks back that due to a shortage of doctors, obstetric services would have to be transferred from Ajax to the Centenary hospital, outrage has been high. Even now that the hospital has reversed its decision, the groundswell continues to gain momentum. Some argue it’s still only a matter of time until services leave, while others are upset the community was ever put in this position in the first place. Hospital officials have acknowl- edged a lack of communication with staff leading up to the decision to transfer services. Then there are those seizing on the current uncertainty and disarray to push the case for a splitting up of Rouge Val- ley Health System’s Ajax and Scarborough sites. Just think about that for a second. We’re talking about a provincial health system bleeding money, where virtually every Ontario community is currently fighting to save servic- es while keeping an eye on the bottom line. Remember, the Liberals don’t want deficits and don’t want to offer adequate funding so something has to give. So, the prospect of having Rouge Valley split in two, estab- lishing separate boards, separate administrations, separate staff members for key positions, etc., goes against all the financial smoke signals sent up by the Province. Imagine the cost to operate two such separate facilities versus the cur- rent setup. Now, what would have to suffer to find enough dollars to go around? Oh right, services. To think otherwise is foolish, to actively work on that premise is to actively work towards the demise of our community hospital. Our only option is to move forward together, meaning hospital administrators, doctors, council members, and Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MPP Wayne Arthurs coming to the table to establish a unified front, to make the case for desperately needed expansion in Ajax that is only provincial approval away from becoming a reality. All ends working against each other and on separate agendas is just leading us down the road to destruction, not construction. NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief To ny Doyle, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail tdoyle@durhamregion.com; Mailing Address; 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Tr ade, Ontario Community Newspa- per Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Cana- dian Circulations Audit Board. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submis- sions have been chosen for publica- tion. T he situation with Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital last week brought out a bad side in some local politicians. Durham Chairman Roger Anderson introduced the idea of withholding the $3.5 million pledged for the hospital’s redevelopment “until such time that regional council is satisfied with the services provided.” Pickering Councillor Maurice Brenner introduced a motion saying the admin- istration and the board have “systemati- cally downsized services” over the years (the motion didn’t get on the floor). Finally, Ajax council passed a mo- tion asking for pediatric and obstetrical services to remain at the hospital, the day after the board announced it should no longer have to temporarily transfer them to the Centenary site. These decisions were in response to the hospital’s plan to move those im- portant services “temporarily” because of a pediatrician shortage and the re- sulting holes in the on-call schedule that meant the hospital couldn’t ensure patient safety. The frustration and anger of local residents, staff, doctors and mu- nicipal leaders is understandable. But that anger can’t interfere with redevel- opment. All sides must present a united front when it comes to the desperately needed expansion. As well, they must also work together to present this as an attractive community for doctors to relocate to. Ye s, the hospital made a mistake when it didn’t consult with pediatri- cians to see if they could cover the on-call schedule before making the offi- cial announcement. Even though Hume Martin, hospital president and chief ex- ecutive officer, said it had been made clear to them pediatricians wouldn’t take any more shifts, they should have asked. Or begged in order to keep this essential service in Ajax. But the resulting hostility from poli- ticians only helped feed the fear and sometimes untrue statements circulat- ing. The politicians should have ob- tained all the facts before opening their mouths, and worked with the admin- istration to help find a resolution. Tak- ing funds away from the redevelopment or rehabilitation services, as Pickering Councillor Doug Dickerson suggested, or any other department only hurts the hospital and the community. The hospital and community have done everything they can to help get the expansion approved. Having local politicians bickering with the admin- istration and threatening to take away funds needed to get the approval can only hurt Ajax’s chances. As Pickering Councillor Kevin Ashe, a member of the hospital foundation board, put it, “it’s more important than ever that we sup- port the hospital and don’t back away from it.” Danielle Milley’s column ap- pears every third Friday. E-mail dmilley@durhamregion.com. Withholding money only hurts hospital Danielle Milley staff writer EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com Ajax, Scarborough hospitals should ‘divorce’ To the editor: As a lifelong resident of Pickering, I’m appalled at the con- stant threats to our local hospital (for over 25 years, I have made contributions to this facility). I believe that all levels of our local government should spring into action and stop depleting our medical needs. Perhaps the board of directors also needs to be replaced. Perhaps Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital should divorce itself from Scarborough and unite with other Dur- ham Region hospitals. We need a full-service hospital in our growing community. Barbara Twiner Pickering durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 7 A/P We are currently looking for individuals who have experience in Recreational Vehicle Repairs. 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Over the last couple of weeks, Durham’s university has received $300,000 for student awards from private corporations, which will be matched by the Ontario Trust for Student Support, according to school officials. Scotiabank donated $100,000, while $200,000 came from Dacon Corporation. “Students will never forget that fi- nancial assistance,” said Betty-Anne Blyth, the school’s student awards co-ordinator, during a Dec. 2, Sco- tiabank presentation at UOIT. “We look forward to introduc- ing you to your first recipients very soon.” Scotiabank’s contribution, cou- pled with matching funds from the trust, will be used for an endow- ment fund to provide eight $1,000 awards annually to full-time Ontario students in financial need and with a 75 per cent minimum average. “It’s a university we believe is moving in the right direction,” said Nick Toritto, district vice-president of Scotiabank. “We believe it’s our way of giving back to students where we’re well-represented.” The money from Ontario devel- oper Dacon Corporation creates the Howard Maitland Sly Award in honour of its founder. Its recipients will be graduating Durham College students who are entering a UOIT full-time degree program and dem- onstrate financial hardship. “We want to honour our com- pany founder, Howard Maitland Sly, while giving back to the future of our province,” said Robert Wilson, president and chief executive officer of Dacon Corporation, in a press release. “By supporting Durham College and the UOIT, we knew we could offer financial support to both college and university students.” A Kingston-based company, Dacon has a relationship with Dur- ham’s post-secondary institutions through its subsidiary company, Campus Living Centres, which pro- vide and manage student residenc- es. Gary Polonsky, president of Dur- ham College and UOIT, said he imagines private corporations are supporting UOIT through such con- tributions for a few reasons. “We’re new, we’re different, we are Ontario’s newest university in 40 years and we’re Canada’s only degree-granting institute of technol- ogy,” said Mr. Polonsky. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 9 A/P CCozy WaterbedsCozy Waterbeds Natural Support fromNatural Support from head to toehead to toe AAll SetsAll Sets On SaleOnSaleOn Sale BOXING WEEK SAVINGS BOXING WEEK SAVINGS BOXING WEEK SAVINGS PST PST NO P.S.T. * NO P.S.T. * NO P.S.T. * ONONON NOW!NOW!NOW! ONONON NOW!NOW!NOW! BestBestBest Buys! Buys! Buys! BestBestBest Buys! Buys! 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Starting in the new year, five of the women are going to pass on what they’ve learned to local Grade 9 girls. They’ve been working hard to complete a Power Point presenta- tion and a poster to take along with them as they travel around from high school to high school. Keshia Williams, a WMRCC youth counsellor, said the centre has done programs similar to this before, but they were mixed gender groups. By having the workshop just open to girls, it made them more comfort- able. “The girls felt it was a much bet- ter space for them to only be with women discussing these issues,” Ms. Williams said. The travelling workshop is also something new and she said it’s a benefit to have the students learning from peers. “It isn’t so preachy and it leaves a lot of room for breaking down the wall of judgment,” she said, adding it gives it more relevance. Ms. Williams said often when adults talk to youth there is judg- ment and youths don’t like to hear statements such as, “young people today...” To which the youths reply defen- sively, “what do you know about young people today?” Three of the students facilitating the workshop are in Grade 10. They said they wished they’d had some- thing like this to learn from. Ms. Wil- liams said the youth in the summer program got a lot out of the work- shop and often said it was learning about the little things they can do to combat violence in their everyday life that was most enlightening. The workshop was made possible by funding received from the fed- eral government earlier this year. As part of the Government of Canada’s National Crime Prevention Strat- egy, the centre received $50,000 to support its Freedom from Violence project. Esther Enyolu, WMRCC’s execu- tive director, said this type of fund- ing is very important to allow the centre to offer programming. The centre doesn’t have core funding so it funds on a program-by-program basis. “It’s very challenging,” she said. WMRCC is a non-profit commu- nity-based organization established in 1993. 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P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 durhamregion.com ‘ It would be nice, if he could ever find the time, to come to the (South Pickering Seniors’) Club and let the seniors know he has their interests at heart.’ ‘They should hold public meetings or town halls and get the opinion of everyone, not just the party members.’ ‘They have to look after all age groups, not just youth... they have to work for everyone. Speaking at this club might be a big help.’ ‘They should really listen because we go up and no one listens.’ Brownridge wants public’s input before decisions made We need to reform the way that govern- ment does business. We need to institute a culture of discourse with those who are affected by governmental decisions. All too often decisions are made with public consultations fol- lowing in an attempt to get the public to buy in. I feel that this is backwards. While the government needs to be able to rely on the civil service for many decisions, major decisions, such as large- scale expropriation of land, need to be reached after extensive public consultation and meaningful input into the decision-making process. Jeff Brownridge Dobson says location and communication are key It is critical that our member of Parliament live in the community, drive on the same streets and use the same hospitals, schools and other community services as everybody else in the riding. How else will the MP properly represent community views, not only federally but also locally and region- ally? As the MP for Pickering-Scarborough East, I will hold frequent Town Hall meetings and ask for input through regular constituency mailings. A good website is essential to both transmit information and gather feedback. I will be accessible and available to listen to constituent concerns both at the doorstep and at community meetings and events. Dale wants slow and steady consultative approach D emocracy is a slow, messy business. That’s what makes it work. This means stake- holder consultations before making deci- sions, rather than trying to sell a decision already made. It means making compromises to protect the rights of the minority while respecting the needs of the majority. It means living, working and participating in the community so you under- stand what people are talking about when issues are raised. And it means belonging to a party that shares your ideals so that you can have an impact in the decisions it makes. McTeague listens to and ‘stands up for the people ’ Standing up for the people who have placed their trust in you is the most important duty of an MP. My record shows I have lived by that. Yo u can only represent the interests and wishes of constituents by consulting with them. I achieved this by hosting Town Hall meetings; placing ques- tionnaires in householder reports; and by reading and responding to e-mails, letters and phone calls. I listened to what my constituents said and I voted on the issues before Parliament according to their views. While you can’t always please everyone, you can represent the prevailing view of your constitu- ents. What would you do to ensure you represent the interests and wishes of all or at least the majority of your constituents? Gary Dale Tim Dobson Dan McTeague Bruce McNinch Florence Williamson Jean Tennant Pickering-Scarborough East Riding votes Jan. 23 2006 NEWS ADVERTISER1! WITHTHECANDIDATES .%73!$6%24)3%2 We’ve asked the Pickering-Scarborough East Riding candidates a number of questions submitted by readers. Today we print the first question and the candidate answers. Watch upcoming editions for more questions and answers. We asked readers in Pickering: What must the local MP do to ensure he represents the interests and wishes of all or at least the majority of constituents? Asked at the South Pickering Seniors Club Accountability From the Conservative Party web- site at www.conservative.ca: A Conservative government will provide the leadership to stand up for honesty and integrity in government. Our first piece of legislation will be a Federal Accountability Act, a sweeping reform plan to clean up government. The Conservative Party will stand up for: • Ending the influence of big money in politics by banning corporate and union political donations, and limiting individual donations to $1,000. • Tough new lobbying rules and an end to the revolving door that allows former ministers, political aides, and top bureaucrats to turn around and lobby the government. • Giving more power and teeth to independent watchdogs such as the Auditor General and Ethics Commis- sioner, protecting whistleblowers from reprisal, and strengthening access to information laws to give citizens the right to know. • Appointing an independent Direc- tor of Public Prosecutions to protect criminal prosecution from political in- terference. With each Question and Answer with candidates we’ll print a different party’s platform on the day’s topic. Margaret Wilson ‘I don’t think they should be trying to close down part of the hospital. I think they should put more money into it so there’s more beds and it’s less crowded. Maybe cleaner, a little more updated hospitals.’ ‘There’s a lot they could do I guess, especially for hous- ing in the area. Road expansions, widen the roadways, that’s one of the things they could do. Houses are going up, but there’s nowhere to drive.’ ‘I guess they’re doing a good job right now. There’s not enough orga- nizational sports teams. A lot of it’s first-come, first- served so some kids get shut out... The population growth’s enormous.’ ‘Create a better environ- ment for schools. Kids need to be able to feel safe at school. When the rules aren’t strict enough and when kids don’t feel safe, someone needs to do something about that. There’s too much violence. I want to see something done about that too.’Lynn Cohall Richard Sparkes Brittany Plummer We asked readers in Ajax: What must the local MP do to ensure he represents the interests and wishes of all or at least the majority of constituents? Asked at the McLean Community Centre Daniel Barker durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 13 P 7HICH0ICKERING 3CARBOROUGH%ASTCANDIDATEISAFANOFSUPERMODELS 4HECANDIDATESSHARETHEIRFAVOURITEMOVIESON$ANIELLE-ILLEYSELECTIONBLOGATWWWDRINFOCAPICKSCARBHTML 5IFMJHIUFSTJEFPGUIFGFEFSBMFMFDUJPO;\i\b QffcXe[\i Holland says e xcellent communication the key In order to represent constituents, you must first know their inter- ests and wishes, and the key to that is excellent communication. I have made that one of my highest priorities. Regularly when the House is sitting, I hold town hall meetings where constituents are invited to discuss matters of concern. I send regular newsletters, and I invite constituent feedback. I also make myself available to the local media, and I meet constituents whenever possible, both at their doors and in my office. Most importantly, I have lived in this community all my life and have also represented it municipally. Mark Holland Accessibility a must for an MP, says Modeste Above all, an MP must be accessible. Regularly scheduled commu- nity meetings are an excellent way to keep my finger on the pulse of the community and their views on issues. The community meet- ings will be complemented by an open-door policy and a willingness to go to the people instead of always waiting for them to come to you. We will also introduce community canvasses –- going door to door between elections -– to hear first- hand what people feel and think. The Ajax-Pickering region is comprised of both urban and rural neighbourhoods and requires its MP to maintain a strong presence in both communities. Korus believes in broad range of communication I n order to ensure that I represent the interests of my constituents, I must understand what those interests are. To facilitate this, I would make certain that the lines of communication between me and my constituents are as wide as possible. Utilizing everything from public meetings to online forums, I would guarantee that I would be acces- sible to listen to constituents’ concerns. I believe in the fundamental principles of democracy, and the only way to know that I am representing the wishes of the majority is through com- munication. Therefore, this would be a major focus for me if elected. Rondo Thomas is big on listening and education T he most important part of representation is to listen. Through regular public forums, special policy meetings and meetings with individuals the constituency will have ample opportunity to influence decisions. The second part of course is to educate one- self on all of the possible factors that may result from every decision and then to take a learned position. Finally, having taken a decision, be available to explain the direction taken. What would you do to ensure you represent the interests and wishes of all or at least the majority of your constituents? Russell Korus Ke vin Modeste Rondo Thomas NEWS ADVERTISER1! WITHTHECANDIDATES .%73!$6%24)3%2 We’ve asked the Ajax-Pickering Riding candidates a number of questions submitted by readers. Today we print the first question and the candidate answers. Watch upcoming editions for more questions and answers. 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So when the News Ad- vertiser Santa Claus Fund approached the Durham District School Board this summer with the offer of a free gift for children who may not otherwise get one, it was a great opportunity, said Georgia Jenkins, the board’s chief social worker. “We are aware there are families that have difficul- ties at Christmas,” said Ms. Jenkins. “Support like the Santa Claus Fund is very ap- preciated.” Through donations and volunteer time, the Santa Claus Fund provides gifts to children in Ajax and Pick- ering and across the GTA. This is the second year the News Advertiser has been involved in the project and the first for the board. Although only a few fami- lies have taken advantage of the program through the board this year, some who did were very appreciative, said Ms. Jenkins. She thinks the board’s social workers were happy to be able to offer support from the fund to those in need. “Christmas time is an ex- pensive kind of time and there are lots of people just making ends meet,” said Ms. Jenkins. Every dollar raised through the Santa Claus Fund is used to purchase items contained in the gift boxes, for children up to age 12. Each box has a sweater, socks, mittens, a hat, book, toy, candy and a toothbrush and toothpaste for kids four to 12. Babies receive two sleepers, candy for mom and dad and a small toy. The items are all new and bought directly from manu- facturers at great cost sav- ings. All donors receive an in- come tax receipt after the campaign ends in January 2006. Acknowledgement cards are available by call- ing the Santa Fund hotline. Donor contributions will be published in the Toronto Star during the campaign, until mid-January. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 15 A/P L.I.F.E. Estate Planner Duffin Meadows Cemetery Pre-Planning Info Package Funeral Info Package A phone call to arrange an appointment Y ES! I SEE THE BENEFIT OF PRE-PLANNING. PHONEPOSTAL CODE APT I do not wish to receive any additional information or notifications in the future. MAIL TO: 65 Overlea Blvd., Suite 500 To ronto, Ontario M4H 1P1 CITY NAME STREET ✃IT’S BETTER WHEN YOU PLAN IT YOURSELF. LOOK FOR Great Stuff! Great Prices!Great Stuff! Great Prices! * delivered to select homes 4 Page Flyer in Today’s Paper! News Advertiser Santa Fund reaches out to schools Please send a cheque to: The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Santa Claus Fund, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5. Visa and MasterCard donations can be made by calling 416-869- 4847 or online by visiting www.thestar.com/santaclausfund. The Star absorbs all administrative cost so all proceeds go di- rectly into buying the gifts. The Star does not allow anyone to solicit on its behalf. HOW TO DONATE Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo From left, Judy Uza, Tracey Grose and Georgia Jenkins, social workers with the Durham District School Board, show one of the hundreds of Santa Fund gift boxes being delivered this month to children who may not receive a gift otherwise. A/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 durhamregion.com Tips for holiday spending Set a budget that in- cludes extra costs such as travelling, gas, card postage and stocking stuffers Make a list of people to buy for and set a limit on each If there are more gifts than money, shorten the list by drawing names with family or only buying for kids Wa t ch flyers for savings Spread extra food shopping over a few weeks to avoid a huge shop Use your talents: bake, knit, make crafts and toys Give the gift of time in- stead of trinkets: shovel a neighbour’s driveway, spend time with relatives Leave money aside for Boxing Day shopping and stock up on cards and wrapping paper for next year Season can be an expensive exercise, credit experts warn By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — Don’t let the magic of the season whisk you into a new year of debt, credit experts say. “You’re out there, and you’re feeling the holiday spirit, there’s the music and the decorations,” said Sandra Sherk, executive director of the Credit Counsel- ling Service of Durham Region (CCSDR). “It’s very easy to get carried away.” Many people think, “I have the credit card, I’ll just pay it in the new year,” she said -- and that’s what retailers want you to do. But problems will hit early in 2006 when all the regular bills are also due and your minimum payments have increased. “If you have to pay bigger min- imum payments, it’s not until March, April that they’ll catch up with you, that you really feel the repercussions of that,” Ms. Sherk said. “That can be very stressful be- cause later does come.” The Retail Council of Canada says Canadians will spend, on average, $1,357 on Christmas this year, up from $991 in 2004. That includes $687 on gifts and $670 on non-gift items such as clothing, decorations, beauty and entertainment. There’s one place people get caught, Ms. Sherk said: they may be armed with a gift-giving bud- get, but forget about extra holi- day expenses such as postage for Christmas cards, food bills if you’re hosting and gas costs for travelling. Setting a budget that includes all expenses -- and sticking to it -- means a happy holiday season, Ms. Sherk said. For more information on the free services the non-profit CCSDR offers, call 905-579-1951, toll free 1-877-579-3328 or visit www.ccsdurhamregion.com. Christmas does not have to equal debt They said it... Photos by Mike Pochwat Do you budget at Christmas? Why or why not? How much are you going to spend? Suzanne Baker No, we don’t budget. However, we pay cash and don’t use credit cards. We’ll spend approximately $1,500 this holiday season. Dave Snea No, I don’t budget, but I also don’t spend a fortune. I spend whatever it takes to get the appropriate gifts. We’ll spend approximately $1,000 this holiday season. Michael Phillips No, I’m not a budgeting person. I can’t really live by a budget, and I’m not much of a shopper. I just go in to get whatever I need and that’s it. I have no idea how much I’ll spend this holiday season. Cathy Marino No, but I do watch my spending to a degree. You allocate how much you will spend on each person, but still buy what needs to be bought within reason. We’ll spend approximately $2,000 this holiday season. From the Credit Counselling Service of Durham Region ‘You’re out there, and you’re feeling the holiday spirit, there’s the music and the decorations. It’s very easy to get carried away.’ — Sandra Sherk, executive director Credit Counselling Service of Durham Region taken at the Durham Centre in Ajax durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 17 A/P Bay Savings Card with any fragrance purchase of $75†or more this weekend$15 †Before taxes. Redeemable at the Bay Friday, Dec. 16th – Sunday, Dec. 18th only with a minimum purchase of $50 (before taxes). One Savings Card per transaction. This weekend only! save 50%- 70% ALL* Luggage & Mattresses! save 40%- 60% ALL* Men’s, Women’s & Kids’ Sweaters, Sleepwear, Outerwear & Winter Boots. 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Everyday Bay Value, just-reduced,Power Buys, Manager’s Specials, licensed departments, Salviati, Vera Wang, Hbc Foundation charity merchandise, Home Studio, Liz Claiborne Home, Mantles home fashions and GlucksteinHome are excluded. Excludes all official Canadian Olympic merchandise. When you see “POWER BUY” or “MANAGER’S SPECIAL” you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you. We may tell you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges or would likely charge for the same or a comparable value item. Quantities of our Power Buys and Manager’s Specials and items located in any “Style Outlet” in-store departments are limited and may vary from store to store – no rainchecks or substitutions. When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in-store for details. One Scratch & Save card per customer. Scratch & Save card valid only on the day it is scratched. The Official Store of Christmas™ FRIDAY, DEC. 16 ADDICTION: The Serenity Group holds a 12-step recovery meeting at 8 p.m. at the Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group meets every Friday and deals with addictions of all kinds, including co-dependency. Child care program can be arranged with advance notice. Call 905-428-9431 (Jim, in the eve- nings). CRAFTS: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club meets Fridays at 10 a.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Seniors crochet, knit or do their fa- vourite craft and also take part in a social time. Call Peggy at 905-686-1573. SUNDAY, DEC. 18 CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Amberlea Pres- byterian Church’s senior choir performs a Christmas concert at 7 p.m., in Pickering, 1820 Whites Rd. N. A special appearance by the youth choir is also planned. Admis- sion is a free will offering and refresh- ments will be served in the church hall following the concert. Call 905-839-1383. MONDAY, DEC. 19 CARPET BOWLING: Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club bowls every Monday and Thursday at 9:20 a.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. in Ajax. Beginners are welcome, but should come early. Call Evelyn at 905-683-2947. TUESDAY, DEC. 20 TAI CHI: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. for tai chi. Sessions are in the St. Andrews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., in Ajax. Call Sylvia at 905-683-6219. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21 MOMS AND TOTS’ VOLLEYBALL: Moms are invited to play non-competitive volleyball every Wednesday during the school year (not during school holidays) from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the East Shore Community Centre in Pickering. There’s co-operative babysitting for infants and school-age children. Snacks and crafts are provided. Have fun and meet new friends. The centre is at 910 Liverpool Rd. S. Call Andrea at 905-831-4263 or Debbie at 905-619-1829. ALZHEIMER DURHAM: Ajax-Pickering Evening Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Care Respite of- fice at 1420 Bayly St. W. Unit 6 in Pickering. All caregivers are welcome. Call 905-576- 2567. ONE-PARENT SUPPORT: The Ajax-Pick- ering Chapter of the One Parent Families Association meets every Wednesday at the KMW Health Care Services, 314 Har- wood Ave. S. Unit 22, in Ajax. Meetings start at 8 p.m. (except the first Wednes- day of the month when it’s 8:30). Call 905-420-0010. EUCHRE: Play euchre with the Ajax Se- niors’ Friendship Club every Monday or Friday at 8 p.m. or Wednesday at 1 p.m. in St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. in Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683- 9696. THURSDAY, DEC. 22 LINE DANCING: The Ajax Seniors Friend- ship Club dances every Thursday at 1 p.m. in the St. Andrews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Call Jack at 905-683-9696. FRIDAY, DEC. 23 CRAFTS: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club meets Fridays at 10 a.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Seniors crochet, knit or do their fa- vourite craft and also take part in a social time. Call Peggy at 905-686-1573. To have an item listed in the billboard, e-mail details to mruta@durhamregion.com. Billboard DECEMBER 16, 2005 By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — Under a pic- ture of a white men’s tank top are the words “under- shirt” and “wife beater.” Both are common enough terms for this piece of clothing, with the latter even used by some clothing companies. By contrasting these terms on posters, organiz- ers behind this year’s na- tional White Ribbon cam- paign are hoping to strike a chord with young people, who might not realize how deep the problem of vio- lence against women runs. The White Ribbon cam- paign is a national effort to recognize and stop violence against women, by selling ribbons and distributing posters and educational materials in the week lead- ing up to the National Day of Remembrance and Ac- tion on Violence Against Women on Dec. 6. This year, the day marked the 16th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre, in which 14 young women were gunned down at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal. In Durham, many high schools held their own White Ribbon campaigns, including Anderson CVI in Whitby. Teacher Donna Haw has spearheaded the effort for the last few years, and said the students are always strongly behind it. “Sometimes it’s a bit of a taboo subject, but at this school the students are real- ly concerned about human rights issues so they want to address this,” she said. “At the high school level we feel it’s important to focus on healthy relationships and the problem of emotional abuse, because that’s often where other types of abuse start.” At Anderson, students sold white ribbons and read violence statistics over the PA system, and are also planning a benefit concert for Dec. 14. Last year $1,500 was raised for local shelters, a total they hope to double this time around. The Canadian Auto Work- ers (CAW) women’s com- mittee also marked Dec. 6 with their annual candle- light vigil, and announced that they will be participat- ing in a national postcard campaign. Committee chairwoman Lisa Lindsay said the cam- paign encourages the fed- eral government to imple- ment concrete initiatives to address pay equity, af- fordable housing, national child-care, and adequate funding for women’s groups and programs. “If we can get the govern- ment to listen to these de- mands that focus on eco- nomic security, it will give women the means to escape from violence,” Ms. Lindsay said. The women’s committee is organizing postcard sign- ings at community events, workplaces and schools until March 8. Their goal is to collect 10,000 signed cards from Durham Region to present to the prime min- ister on International Wom- en’s Day in March. A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 durhamregion.com Oshawa 434-8725 200 John Street West Mon-Fri: 9-9 • Sat: 9-6 • Sun: 11-5 Canada’s Largest Liquidator Over 100 locations! Supply & selection will vary by outlet. HOURLY SPECIALS ! 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This week Lakeridge Health an- nounced that it would be transfer- ring the program to Grandview, as part of the provincial govern- ment’s Transformation Agenda, which asks hospitals to ensure that only services requiring hos- pital-level care are provided on their sites. “Bringing the sensory inte- gration program to Grandview makes great sense for families, and we are very excited about this change,” said Grandview board chairwoman Adrienne Laas. “Grandview is the primary pro- vider of rehabilitation services for children in Durham Region, so our staff and facilities are com- pletely focused on kids and their parents. Having the sensory inte- gration program here seems like a natural fit.” Sensory integration is an oc- cupational therapy approach that helps children who experience difficulties with everyday activi- ties such as playing, sleeping and eating, due to problems with sen- sory processing and integration abilities. 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The Ajax resident knew he was on to something around 10 years ago, when his wife, Ann, urged him to take the stage and sing a tune at a karaoke night in Picker- ing. “The place actually went quiet when I started singing it,” he re- members, noting the song was, ‘I Am I Said.’ The Notzls are veteran kara- okers who have spent countless nights singing around Ajax and Pickering, many of them at Picker- ing Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606, where they are members. An- drew notes that in the early and mid-1990s, it wasn’t hard to find a place to sing in Durham. “There were a lot of places,” he says. “Karaoke was pretty popu- lar around Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa.” But while they cut their per- forming teeth on small Durham stages, music was always just a hobby -- until recently. That’s when the couple decided to take the plunge and make a go of becoming performers. While Andrew is keeping his job as a mechanical engineer at General Motors, Ann left hers at Wal-Mart to devote time to the business side of music. She sings Shania Twain and Patsy Cline and on stage is Ann Emerald, a moniker chosen because of her green eyes and Irish background. In addition to Neil Diamond, Andrew sings Rod Stewart and goes by the stage name Andrew Night, picked by Ann when she saw him in a black shirt. They formed the company, TA AS-Tones, a month ago, and have been diligently learning all they can, “We want to find other people who do what we do and promote new artists as well,” Andrew says. He says Neil Diamond is one of those artists who prompts remem- brances in a wide range of people when they hear a particular song. “Everyone has a Neil Diamond story,” he says, noting on a busi- ness trip to Germany he got up on stage and the audience wouldn’t let him off. “I get it from guys, I get it from girls, I get it from young people and older people.” Their plan is to put on a large show every six months. And for the first gig at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club, the Notzls shared the stage with old musical friends Ken Johnson (Kenny J) and Liz Newman (Liza Marie), who sing Vince Gill, Loretta Lynn and Con- nie Francis. “We put on a three-hour show, when you count the break in the middle,” Andrew says, noting around 200 people attended. “I think for our first time out we did pretty well.” Ju st don’t call these Ajacians knock-offs or copycats. In a nut- shell, they’re working hard to be- come seasoned entertainers who can hold an audience. “We’re not trying to be imper- sonators,” he says. “Our intent here is to find the tonal quality first, and then find the emotion and the pas- sion.” And while future events might see the four friends sharing the bill once again, the next might just be Andrew and Ann. The couple has known one another almost all of their lives after growing up on the same Scarborough street. They celebrate their 25th wed- ding anniversary next year around Va lentine’s Day. “We’re pretty new at setting up the venues,” Ann says. “We would like to do (the show) in the Ajax area.” As for the future, the sky’s the limit. “As far as I’m concerned, I’ll be happy doing SkyDome for 20,000 people and $50 a pop,” Andrew says. King Kong once again goes for a Manhattan romp The following movies are in the- atres this weekend: King Kong Directed by Peter Jackson Starring: Naomi Watts, Adrien Brody, Jack Black. Rated: PG-13 It is the Great Depression, and like many others in the New York City of 1933, vaudeville actress Ann Darrow (Watts) can’t earn a living. Wandering the streets of the Big Apple, her empty stomach drives her to try and steal an apple from a fruit vendor. Darrow is rescued by filmmaker Carl Denham (Black), who is taking his crew aboard the S.S. Ve nture on the way to Singa- pore to finish his travelogue/ac- tion film. At least that’s what they think: Denham actually wants to try and make a big splash by finding and documenting the mysterious Skull Island. When his lead actress pulls out of the project, Darrow is hesi- tant to sign on until she learns that socially-conscious playwright Jack Driscoll (Brody) is writing the screenplay. Denham and his crew leave New York for a trip into the unex- pected. The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada Directed by Tommy Lee Jones Starring: Tommy Lee Jones, Barry Pepper, Dwight Yoakam. Rated: R. A man is shot and buried quickly in the west Texas desert. The body is discovered and reburied in Van Horn’s town cemetery. Local ranch foreman Pete Per- kins (Jones) kidnaps a Mexico-U.S. border patrol officer and forces him to dig the body up. With his prisoner, and the body tied to a mule, Perkins sets off on a danger- ous journey into Mexico. Also on the big screen this week- end is The Family Stone. Preconfused New Year DURHAM — A Pickering band is helping to ring in 2006. Preconfused performs at the free Family New Year’s Eve Party on Dec. 31 at the Scarborough Civic Centre and Albert Campbell Square (adjacent to the Scarbor- ough Town Centre). Bring your skates and join Preconfused on the ice, go for a hay ride or catch a movie. Live entertainment starts at 6 p.m. with Preconfused. There will be a kids’ countdown at 9 p.m. and a big countdown at midnight. The Civic Centre is at 150 Borough Dr., at McCowan and Ellesmere roads. 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Characters needed for spring play People in many age groups sought for ‘wacky, socio- political production’ DURHAM — Oshawa Little Theatre is looking for actors for its spring produc- tion of You Can’t Take It With You by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. Auditions will be held Jan. 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. and Jan. 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the theatre, 62 Russett Ave., in north Oshawa. Rehearsals will start in late January, with perfor- mance dates April 20 to May 6, under the direction of Murray Twist. Described by OLT as a “wacky, socio-political comedy” the play focuses on two star-crossed lovers from families with conflict- ing values. It’s set in New Yo rk City in 1937. There are many great character roles, both large and small. Auditions will consist mostly of reading from the script and a focus on spe- cial skills and physical at- tributes. Ages reflect character, not necessarily actors re- flecting ages. 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Players can register by calling league director Scott Burrows at 905- 721-9042 or by mail to: Scott Burrows, 1596 Sherbrook Ct., Oshawa, ON, L1K 2S1. Registration forms are available online at durhamattack.org. [ Lacrosse ] Ajax youth shows skill at First Nations event AJAX — A Pickering youth cele- brated his heritage and demonstrated his lacrosse skills, too, in Toronto recently. Andrew Kelly, a member of the Ojibwa First Nations, attended the recent ‘powwow’ at Rogers Centre. There, the 10-year-old also put his lacrosse skills to good use in a com- petition for youth. Andrew teamed up with a part- ner to win the 2-on-1 competition in the peewee (10-year-old) division at the event. Andrew and his partner scored the most goals of any of the other teams in his age group. Andrew played for the Whitby Warriors minor lacrosse teams for four years and, for the past two years, has played for the West Dur- ham (Ajax-Pickering) Rock minor lacrosse system. [ Hockey ] Panthers/ News Adver tiser results PICKERING — Here are Day 1 results (Thursday, Dec. 15) from the Pickering Panthers/ News Advertiser High School Hockey Classic tourna- ment: Pickering High 2 vs. McLaughlin 2 (OT); Richardson 4 vs. West Hill 2; Courtice 4 vs. Notre Dame 2; Picker- ing High 3 vs. Richardson 2 (OT); Notre Dame 5 vs. West Hill 4 (OT); McLaughling 3 vs. Courtice 2 (OT). Pickering captain keeps busy at Junior ‘A’ prospects game By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Playing with and against the top tier II junior players in Canada was a blast for Ryan An- nesley. The 18-year-old Ajax resident and Pickering Panthers captain re- turned from the Canadian Junior ‘A’ Hockey Association’s prospects game in Yorkton, Saskatchewan last Thursday, joining the East all- stars in a game against the West. Although the East lost 5-4 in over- time, Annesley was anything but disappointed with his four-day so- journ to the prairies. “It was an exciting contest with lots of good hockey players out there,” says the fourth-year Pan- thers defenceman. “The speed of the game was higher than what I’m used to. But, having said that, I enjoyed it a lot.” One of only seven players from the 36-team Ontario Pro- vincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League, Annesley logged a significant amount of time on the blue-line in the contest, playing a whopping 35 minutes in front of a full house at the Farrell Agencies Arena of the Gallagher Centre. Although he was shutout on the scoreboard, Annesley’s play has sent a number of queries his way from NCAA Division 1 scouts. “For sure, I’ve been talking to a couple of D1 schools since I’ve been home, so it opened up some opportunities there,” he says, add- ing several National Hockey League scouts were also in attendance. An interesting sideline to the pro- ceedings for Annesley was playing alongside 15-year-old phenom Pa- trice Cormier on the East all-stars. Cormier is reportedly a virtual lock to be chosen No. 1 in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League draft in the spring. “He did very well,” says Annes- ley. The prospects game itself was only one component surrounding the event. Annesley also took part in a skills competition where he won one of the heats in the relay race. As well, he took part in the road hockey tournament while there, playing alongside several members of the Canadian Football League’s Saskatchewan Roughrid- ers, “which was kind of neat.” Panthers’ Annesley proves he’s a Canadian all-star Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Me and my shadow PICKERING — Pickering High School Trojans’ Ryan Lane gets past Andrew Young from the McLaughlin Trojans at the Pickering Panthers/News Advertiser High School Hockey Classic at the Pickering Recreation Complex Thursday morn- ing. The preliminary-round game ended in a 2-2 overtime draw. The final goes today (Friday) at 2 p.m. Ryan Annesley P anthers’ Postscript The Pickering Panthers is holding its annual food and toy drive to benefit the less fortunate of Durham Region. The Panthers will have collection boxes at their home games on Friday, Dec. 16 against the Vaughan Vipers and Friday, Dec. 23 against the Ajax Attack. The games are at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. Boxes will also be at the three Pickering Scotiabank branches. Players will be at these branches on these days: Thursday, Dec. 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Hwy. 2 and Whites Rd.; Saturday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Pickering Town Cen- tre; and Thursday, Dec. 22 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Brock and Bayly. Lightning put Aeros through Toronto’s heart DURHAM — The Durham Light- ning struck for two more wins over the Toronto Aeros in recent National Women’s Hockey League action. On the road at the Seneca Sports Centre Tuesday night, the Lightning scored a 4-1 victory. The two sides also met for a neutral site game at London’s Western Fair Sports Cen- tre on Sunday, with the Lightning prevailing 3-2. The wins added up to the Light- ning’s fourth and fifth wins of the season in five meetings with the Aeros. The wins also solidified the Light- ning’s (11-3-4-1 for 27 points) hold on first place in the NWHL’s Cen- tral Division. Durham is four points clear of second-place Brampton. In Tuesday’s game, Jennifer Wakefield, a forward called up from the Durham West Lightning inter- mediate squad, scored the winner. Candice Moxley, Megan Aarts and Latoya Clarke also scored for Dur- ham. After two scoreless periods in Sunday’s contest, the teams picked up the offensive pace in the third. With the game tied 2-2, Teresa Mar- chese struck for the winner with 12 seconds remaining. The Lightning play their final game before Christmas at the Ajax Community Centre against the Montreal Axion on Saturday night at 7:50 p.m. P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 durhamregion.com Close, but no repeat Olympic berth Howard rink comes up one win short of playoffs at trials By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — There won’t be a re- peat Olympic appearance for Pickering’s Richard Hart. Hart, who represented Canada -- and won a silver medal -- as part of the Mike Harris rink at the 1998 Winter Olympic Games in Nagano, Japan was attempting to get back to the 2006 Games in To- rino, Italy, but this time with the Coldwater, Ontario-based Glenn Howard rink. Unfortunately, the Howard foursome completed the round- robin event at the Olympic Trials in Halifax with a 5-4 record, one win short of a playoff berth. In their last game, Howard de- feated B.C.’s Pat Ryan, which also finished at 5-4 and also failed to advance to the playoffs. Glenn Howard’s brother, Russ, did manage to earn a trip to To- rino, curling with the event-win- ning Brad Gushue rink of New- foundland, which defeated the Blaine Stoughton rink of Mani- toba in the final. ••• Ti m March of Annandale won the Gore Mutual Schoolboy zone play- downs at Unionville from Dec. 10 to 11. He skipped a team from Sir Oliver Mowatt Collegiate of Scarbor- ough, and now takes his schoolmates to the regional playdown at the Peterborough Golf Club in February. ••• Two Annandale teams went head-to-head in the ‘B’-side semifinal at the men’s zone play- down at the Uxbridge Curling Club last weekend. The matchup meant one of the Jason March or Gord Norton rinks would be sidelined, with the other advancing to the ‘B’ final. In the end, Norton won and played in the final against the John Bell team from Unionville on Monday. Norton lost to Bell in the ‘B’- side final. The Brian Suddard rink of Whitby won the ‘A’ side. Fifteen teams were entered in the double-knockout event that sends two winning teams to Ban- croft for the Regional Kia Cup playdown in January. The zone and regional play- downs are two steps on the path to the Tim Hortons Brier in Re- gina next March. Curling with Norton were War- ren Leslie, Alex Bianchi, and Ron Alexander. On the March team were Blair Metrakos, Graham Hill and Dave Kovacs. ••• Annandale has a number of youth entries at the upcoming bantam girls’ and boy’s zone playdown at Dalewood Golf Jan. 14 to 18. The club has teams skipped by Corey Morrow, Jaclyn Stephen- son, Lesley Pyne and Michael Bryson. ••• The first of three draws for leagues in the curling season is complete. The second draw is now underway, but there will be no curling during the Christ- mas break, from Friday, Dec. 23 through to Monday, Jan. 2. Durham Catholic District School Board Junior & Senior Kindergarten Registration for September 2006 Your Neighbourhood Catholic School Welcomes You…. Registration will be held the week of January 16-20, 2006 For specific dates & time, contact the school offices listed below CRITERIA: 1. Children to be registered for Junior Kindergarten must be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2006. 2. Children to be registered for Senior Kindergarten must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2006. 3. Proof of age is to be presented in the form of a Baptismal Certificate and one of the following: Birth Certificate, Birth Registration or Passport. 4. To register your child, one or both parents/guardians must be Catholic and a registered Separate School supporter. PLEASE NOTE: x The format of the Kindergarten Program (every day for a half day or full day on alternate days) will be a local school decision. x Parents are requested to bring available health records on immunization, allergies, etc. x To determine the location of your area school please visit the Board Website at: http://locator.dcdsb.ca x Please contact your local school prior to January 13, 2006 to obtain particular details and/or make arrangements for registration. AJAX SCHOOLS: Brother Andre C.S. 60 Seggar Avenue (905) 619-8021 Mother Teresa C.S. 15 Fishlock Street (905) 426-7064 St. Bernadette C.S. 41 Bayly Street East (905) 683-0571 St. Catherine of Siena C.S. 15 Bennett Avenue (905) 427-6105 St. Francis de Sales C.S. 72 Church Street South (905) 683-3320 St. James C.S. 10 CloverRidge Drive West (905) 427-3327 St. Jude C.S. 68 Coles Avenue (905) 428-9304 St. Patrick C.S. 280 Delaney Drive (905) 427-2866 PICKERING SCHOOLS: Holy Redeemer C.S. (English & French Immersion) 747 Liverpool Road South (905) 839-5409 Our Lady of the Bay C.S. 795 Eyer Drive (905) 839-2532 St. Anthony Daniel C.S. 2090 Duberry Drive (905) 427-9610 St. Elizabeth Seton C.S. 490 Strouds Lane (905) 839-0005 St. Isaac Jogues C.S. 1166 Finch Avenue (905) 839-1844 St. Marguerite Bourgeoys C.S. 1765 Meadowview Avenue (905) 831-3651 St. Monica C.S. 275 Twyn Rivers Drive (905) 509-6691 St. Wilfrid C.S. 2360 Southcott Road (905) 427-6225 P.A. Manson ~ Director of Education M.A. Martin ~ Chair of the Board Richard Hart Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo All wrapped up PICKERING — A Pickering ring carrier, left, is well defended by an Upper Ottawa Valley player who’s defending her own zone during a belle ‘A’ divi- sion game at the 28th annual Pickering Ringette Tournament at the Don Beer Arena last Friday. Pickering won 3-0. Upper Ottawa Valley, however, turned the tables in the gold-medal final on Sunday, defeating Pickering 5-2.Please recycle your copy of the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Our mission is "To be the World Class assembly and sequencing operation to the Automotive Manufacturers." Automodular Assemblies Inc., a Canadian Company is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions at both our Oshawa and Oakville facilities: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER - Oshawa Reporting to the Operations Manager the successful applicant will be responsible for direct supervision of the quality assurance staff; establish department objectives to continuously improve the systems and insure that the facility is in compliance with TS 16949 requirements. The successful candidate will represent the Company at our customer locations involving all quality matters. The minimum requirements are a college diploma or university degree in a related field combined with several years in a leadership role with Quality systems experience in an automotive parts environment. The successful candidate will be a team player who is as comfortable on the shop floor as the Boardroom. Intimate knowledge of APQP, PPAP and FMEA are a requirement for this position. ASQ registration is a definite asset. TECHNICAL SUPPORT MANAGER - Oakville Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Technical Support Manager will be responsible for the direct supervision of the I.T. systems and staff, facility maintenance and technical support staff, the technical forecasting, installation, implementation and maintenance of the process, systems support and facility infrastructure of our operations. The minimum requirements are a Community College Diploma in Computer Systems/ Networking Applications/Quality and/or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering combined with several years in a similar leadership role. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - Oshawa Reporting to the Operations Manager, the incumbent will contribute to the development of the Oshawa Operation's goals, objectives and plans and assist in their execution. The incumbent will participate in the development of Corporate Human Resource policies, programs, goals and objectives. He/she will implement and ensure compliance with all approved Corporate Human Resource policies, practices and procedures to support the corporate vision, values and operating philosophy. The incumbent contributes to the attainment of the Oshawa Operation's goals and objectives through the implementation and maintenance of policies, plans and programs in the following assigned areas of responsibilities: Occupational Health and Safety; Organizational Development; Compensation and Benefits; Positive Employee Relations; Recruiting and Staffing; Employee Communications; Community Relations and other Human Resource related responsibilities. The minimum requirements are a University degree in Human Resources or Business Administration. A CHRP designated is preferred. PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR The Production Supervisor is responsible for the direction and supervision of hourly associates on their shift to ensure production, quality and safety requirements are obtained and to meet our window times at our customer's assembly plant. The minimum requirements are a Post Secondary School education with three to five years of relative supervisory experience or equivalent education and experience. Automodular Assemblies Inc. provides a comprehensive compensation package, a rewarding, positive and stimulating environment combined with excellent career growth opportunity. Please forward your resume and salary expectations by email to: hr@automodular.net or by fax to: (905) 665-2539. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please! Our mission is "To be the World Class assembly and sequencing operation to the Automotive Manufacturers." Automodular Assemblies Inc., a Canadian Company is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions at both our Oshawa and Oakville facilities: QUALITY TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Technician is responsible for Quality Department operations of the facility and to ensure that all supplied assemblies to our customer are conforming to customer standards. The minimum requirements are a Post Secondary School diploma in a Quality Technology. A Certified Quality Technician is preferable or related experience and educational equivalent. Three to five years of related managerial experience would be an asset. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Technical Support Manager, this position is responsible for the day to day maintenance and repair of all plant equipment. This includes troubleshooting and planned maintenance. This position requires overtime, weekend work and an on-call commitment. The minimum requirements are a Provincial Skilled Trades License - Electrician, Millwright or Industrial Mechanic with three to five years manufacturing experience in an automotive related industry. SYSTEM SUPPORT TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Technical Support Manager with a "dotted line" to the Plant Manager, the System Support Technician is responsible for maintaining the NT Local Area Network, Workstations, Wide Area Network and all On Line Broadcast Printers running in all facilities. This position is to be on call and available to troubleshoot IT related issues. The minimum requirements are a Community College Diploma in Computer Systems/ Networking A applications with one to three years hands-on computer systems/net- working experience in a just-in-time manufacturing environment. Automodular Assemblies Inc. provides a comprehensive compensation package, a rewarding, positive and stimulating environment combined with excellent career growth opportunity. Please forward your resume and salary expectations by email to: hr@automodular.net or by fax to: (905) 665-2539. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please! "The All New" requires ~SALES PEOPLE ~ SERVICE PERSONNEL (including Service Tech's) WE OFFER: •New millennium facility •Air con. Service & Parts Dept. •Gym on site, complete with showers •Aggressive advertising budget •Hwy. 401 exposure •400,000 cars pass by every day If you want to join a team that motivates and has fun.. Please call: 905-839-6666 - Fax: 905-839-6008 Brian Silver or Mark Jovic Looking for a more Challenging, rewarding career? One that makes use of your talents…. Rewards your efforts? Bennett's Home Furnishings of Pickering is growing and we are looking for the right people to grow along with us. Moving into the world of Furniture sales may be just the right niche for you. You are assertive, dedicated, and have strong interpersonal skills. You want those skills to be used in a creative and strong company devoted to their customers and their employees. You are able to work retail hours and have strong business and retail background. Compensation ranges from $35,000 to $60,000 per year plus health and dental plan. Send or drop resume to Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1099 Kingston Rd., Pickering, L1V 1B5, Fax 905-420-3247. No phone calls please. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted MANAGERS ASSISTANT MANAGERS for the food service industry If you have experience within the food service industry for the above positions and would like to join a team oriented and progressive company we would like to hear from you. We offer an excellent package to the successful candidates as well as all ongoing training and support. If interested please forward your resume by fax only to (905) 428-2216 We will be accepting applications until December 22nd, 2005. SERVICE ADVISOR required for a busy General Motors dealership. Minimum 3 yrs. service advisor experience. Great benefits and remuneration package. Please submit resume to: •gary@roynicholsmotors.com •fax 905-436-2028 •phone 905-436-2222 DURHAM COLLEGE Fast Track Tr aining - Receive training from the #1 rated College in the GTA. Choose from Computer Desktop Support & Networking, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Disc Jockey, Film Production Assistant, and Warehouse Management. There are jobs in these fields if you are trained. For more info. call Colin @ 905-721-3336. AZ DRIVER needed immediately, Ontario run only. Call Dennis after 4pm. (905)438-8882 AZ DRIVERS required for local and U.S. runs. Call: 905-852-3013 or fax resume: 905-852-9113 TMN LOGISTICS requires Gener- al Labourers. Full and part time available. Call Dave (416) 418- 2006 A JOB AT HOME.$493.97 week- ly. Mail work or computer work. Go to: www.ANewHomeJob.com or write for Free details at 3-11 Belle- rose Dr, Suite #122 St. Albert, AB T8N 5C9 WORK FROM HOME Build a Lucrative Home-Based Business! Unbelievable support and training. We match you effort for effort. Be your own boss www.ownyourdreams.ca CUSTOMER SERVICE REP,full time, required for Pickering printing company. No exp required but computer literacy & Excel a must. Fax resume to 905-831-3977 905 WHITBY CAMPUS 668-4211 1818 Hopkins Street 1-866-966-0626 SUDBURY NORTH BAY SAULT STE MARIE TIMMINS BARRIE OWEN SOUND OTTAWA PEMBROKE CORNWALL BELLEVILLE KINGSTON PETERBOROUGH OSHAWA/WHITBY SARNIA CHATHAM WINDSOR KITCHENER LONDON LOOKING FOR PEOPLE to work at construction in cleaning new homes & windows, previous exp. preferred. Ajax/Scarb. S.I.N., car, equipment & exp. necessary. Call: 416-896-4626 Call: 905-665-8733 MAINTENANCE/Housekeeping Supervisor required for a long term care facility in Uxbridge. The suc- cessful applicant will be respon- sible for the hands on mainte- nance of the home and the super- vision of the housekeeping/laundry dept. Wages $16.48 to $17.14 per hour plus benefits for 35 hr. week. Fax resume to: 1-905-669-6724 att: M. Bernhard File #537. 2005-2006 GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Experienced Snow Plowing Equipment Op- erators, Plow Truck Drivers & Walkway Labourers Required Immediately! Must be on-call 24 hours. $16-$21 per hr. Must have own transportation. Lo- cations in North York & To- ronto. Lots of hours & Sum- mer work available. Fax re- sume to: 905-427-3654. 416- 891-5968. tjpropertyservices@ on.aibn.com. A PAYDAY LOAN COMPANY re- quires customer service represen- tative/teller. Candidate must have cash experience, previous related experience in the financial industry would be an asset. Fax resume to 905-579-9900. or email cashmart_sas@yahoo.com AIR DUCT CLEANING COMPANY in the Durham Region - Looking for an Energetic, Reliable, Self mo- tivated Person. No experience necessary will train. Prefer Non - smoker And someone mechanically inclined. Fax Resume to: 905-426-2948. Or email to: CassidysAirDuct Cleaning@hotmail.com CHRISTIAN DAYCARE looking for Opener Closer person 7-1/4 hrs/day. One permanent assistant staff needed 35 hrs/week and supply staff Fax resume (905)839-8273 DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make pro- ductive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. 416-284-4493 E.C.E. FOR DAYCARE Located in Scarborough. 30-35 hours a week. Please fax resume to: 416-724-8663 EARN EXTRA CASH.Domino's Pizza is now hiring Drivers for Ajax location. Top wages paid. Cash paid nightly. Apply in person only at 10 Harwood Ave. South EARN INSTANT cash for Xmas. $20/ hour average. Registration positions available immediately. 905-435-1052; 800-293-0067 davidh@telgaservices.com FRAMER'S HELPER required, 3 years experience. $15/hour, Brooklin area. Own car required. Call 9am-4pm (905)706-3923. FULL TIME / part time positions. Oshawa. Cashier/Stock. Busy fast paced frozen food outlet. Re- tail/merchandising/sales experi- ence & able to work all shifts re- quired. Room for advancement. Fax resume to: 905-683-2655. FULL TIME APPOINTMENT co- ordinators. Established customer base, no selling. $9.00 hr. to start. Call (905) 426-2705. GREENWOOD MUSHROOM FARM,full time labourer, no expe- rience necessary, transportation a must. Fax resume to (905) 655- 8435. URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals part time and full time with cleaning experi- ence for great new opportunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $10 and up per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious inquires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 16, 2005, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Classifieds Continued on Page 37 W o r s h i p W o r s h i p D i r e c t o r y D i r e c t o r y C e l e b r a t e t h e S p i r i t o f C e l e b r a t e t h e S p i r i t o f Celebrate the Spirit of t h e C h r i s t m a s S e a s o n w i t h y o u r t h e C h r i s t m a s S e a s o n w i t h y o u r the Christmas Season with your f a m i l y a t t h e f a m i l y a t t h e family at the C h u r c h o f y o u r c h o i c e C h u r c h o f y o u r c h o i c e Church of your choice Senior Pastor Jo seph Fisher 1527 Bayly St., Pickering 905-839-0333 WTCC extends warmest Christmas greetings to you and invites you to celebrate Christmas with us. Sun. Dec. 18 @ 7pm Musical drama presentation Sun. Dec. 25 @ 10am Christmas Day service Sat. Dec. 31 @ 10pm New Year’s Eve Service Sun. Jan. 01 @ 12noon New Year’s Day service WORD OF TRUTH WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIANCHRISTIAN CENTRECENTRE CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS a t The Gathering Place 1920 Bayly Street, Pickering, ON 905-428-6888 (the meeting place for Pickering Pentecostal Church) S u n d ay , D e c e m b e r 18 6:00 PM PPC’s Children’s Ministries presents the Christmas Musical Drama C H R I S T M A S I N R E V E R S E Sa t u r d ay , D ec em b e r 2 4 7:00 PM Chris tmas E ve Cand lelig ht Co m mu nio n S er vice C hr i s t m a s S u n d ay , D e c e m b er 2 5 11:00 AM N ew Ye a r’s E ve S e r v i c e 10:00 PM to 12:15 AM (Jan 1) N ew Ye ar ’s D ay Se r v i ce 11:00 AM Yo u w i l l a lway s b e we lc om e at P P C “a safe place for people—on their way back to God” ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ Pic k er i ng Ch i n es e Ba pt i s t Ch u r ch 2 1 45 B ro ck Rd N.9 05 -6 8 6-63 1 1 Sunday Worship – 10 a.m. (Chin. & Eng.) Sunday School – Supervised Nursery Rev. David Chan AJAX BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Philip Ralph Come Celebrate with us The Birthday Of Our Lord Jesus CHILDREN’S PROGRAM Sunday Dec. 18 CHRISTMAS DAY WORSHIP Sunday Dec. 25 BLESSING-IN THE NEW Y EAR Sunday Jan. 1 All Services begin at 10:00 am “Christmas is...A Celebration” Candlelight and Carols Sunday Dec. 18, 6:00 pm 56 Angus Drive From the 401 —Salem North, left on Mandrake, left on Angus From Hwy 2 — Salem South, right on Mandrake, left on Angus AMBERLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The Family Church 1820 Whites Rd. North, Pickering Rev. Dr. Morley Mitchell (905) 839-1383 CHRISTMAS SERVICES December 18th at 11:00 am Sunday Service December 18th at 7:00 pm Christmas Concert December 24th at 7:30 pm Christmas Eve Family Service December 24th at 11:30 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service December 25th at 11:00 am Christmas Day Service January 1st at 11:00 am New Year’s Day Service 97 Burcher Rd., Ajax 905-683-6122 www.sttimothysajax.ca (south of Bayly, east of Hardwood) December 18 - 11:00 a.m. Advent Services December 24 - 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service Decemer 25 - 11:00 a.m. Christmas Day Service ALL WELCOME ST. TIMOTHY’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Lots of people feel closer to heaven at Christmas time. This time of year, you’ve elevated your body. May we suggest you do the same for your spirit? Join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Dunbarton-Fairport United Church 1066 Dunbarton Road (Northwest of Dixie and Kingston Rd.) 905-839-7271 CHRISTMAS SERVICES December 24th - Children’s Service with plays and 7:00 p.m. singing, involving all the kids December 24th - Traditional Service of carols, 11 :00 p.m. candlelight and communion December 25th - Christmas Day Services 10:30 a.m. Carol Singing at Erskine Church Chapel located at north east corner of Fairport and Finch (east of White’s Rd.) There is no heat or washroom in this facility. 10:30 a.m. Christmas Communion and Service at Dunbarton/Fairport United Chruch January 1st - Regular Service 10:30 a.m. T o a d v e r t i s e y o u r S e r v i c e s o n t h e T o a d v e r t i s e y o u r S e r v i c e s o n t h e To advertise your Services on the D e c e m b e r 2 1 s t C h r i s t m a s p a g e s o f o u r D e c e m b e r 2 1 s t C h r i s t m a s p a g e s o f o u r December 21st Christmas pages of our r e g u l a r C o m e a n d W o r s h i p s e c t i o n , r e g u l a r C o m e a n d W o r s h i p s e c t i o n , r egular Come and Worship section, c o n t a c t J a n i c e S a m o y l o f f a t 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -0 7 0 7contact J a n i c e S a m o y l o f f a t 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -0 7 0 7contact Janice Samoyloff at 905-683-0707 H o l y T r i n i t y A n g l i c a n C h u r c h 400 Monarch Avenue, Units 1 and 2 Ajax, ON 9 0 5 -6 8 3-3 8 6 3 w w w.h o l y-t r i n i t y-aja x .c a e-m ail : ht@ h oly -tr i nity -a j ax .c a S u n d a y, D e c .1 8 t h 10:00 a.m. Festival of Christmas Lessons and Carols C h r i s t m a s E v e 7:00 p.m. Family Eucharist 10:30 p.m. Candlelight Service C h r i s t m a s D a y 9:30 a.m Holy Eucharist S T. G E O R G E ’SST. G E O R G E ’SST. GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Pickering Village Hwy #2 & Randall Rd., Ajax 905-683-7981 CHRISTMAS 2005 Christmas Eve ~ 4:30 p.m. Christmas Pageant Family Eucharist at St. George’s Centre ~8:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist and Carols at Historic Church ~ 11:00 p.m. Solemn Midnight Mass at St. George’s Centre Christmas Day ~ 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Carols Historic Church May the Christmas and New Year’s Season be a time of peace and hope for all your family. The Reverend Father James Blackmore ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. N. Pickering Village 905-683-7311 December 18th Children’s Pageant & Service - 10:30 a.m. Supervised Nursery Memorial Service - 7:00 p.m. December 24th Christmas Eve Family Service - 7:00 p.m. Service of Lessons & Carols with Communion - 11:00 p.m. December 25th “Come as you are” Service - 10:30 a.m. Children bring your favourite gift A L L W E L C OM E A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16 , 2005 durhamregion.com O/A MTC TIRE Got a job but need a career? Kal Tire is expanding through out the GTA and have the following positions available: Tire Service Techs Management Trainees Sales Consultants Do you have... ✓Aspirations to have a career, not just a job ✓A desire to exceed in customer service ✓The attitude to successfully work in a team atmosphere ✓The ability to excel in a physically demanding environment ✓Effective problem solving, planning, organizing and communication skills ✓Leadership skills with a desire to grow into a management position ✓An entrepreneurial spirit Then Kal Tire wants you to consider becoming a part of our team with over 190 locations, Kal Tire is the largest independently owned tire dealer in Canada. We offer a motivating and fun atmosphere, empowering and supportive work culture and a comprehensive in the job training program. With competitive wages and benefits programs, as well as the opportunity to participate in profit sharing, Kal Tire could be just the career move you've been looking for. Interested applicants should submit their resume to MTC Tire/Kal Tire, 717 Drake Street, Oshawa Ontario, Fax #905-721-9540 or e-mail careers@kaltire.com For additional information about Kal Tire please visit our website at www.kaltire.com Metroland Durham Region Media Group OUTBOUND TELESALES REPRESENTATIVE Permanent Part Time The Advertising Department of the Port Perry Star has an immediate opening for a permanent part time telesales representative.This position reports directly the Advertising Sales Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: .Sell advertising over the telephone to new and existing customers .Seek out new opportunities to sell advertising to underdeveloped customers or those in underdeveloped business categories. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL: .Have exceptional organizational skills .Be able to work on a variety of projects simultaneously .Have excellent oral and written communication skills .Have the ability to co-ordinate sustained features .Be enthusiastic, energetic, creative, and maintain a client-focus .Be achievement oriented and goal inspired .Have basic/intermediate level computer skills Applicants should possess previous sales experience. Those interested, should apply in writing , including resume with references, to: The Port Perry Star 180 Mary Street, Unit 11, Port Perry, ON L9L 1C4 Attn: Deb McEachern, Advertising Manager Fax:905-985-4160 Email: dmceachern@durhamregion.com Only those selected for interview will be contacted. requires PA R TS COUNTER PERSON for our busy parts department Call Craig McKenzie 905-420-9000 Halenda's Fine Foods Ltd. requires WAREHOUSE MANAGER Quick paced job requiring physical lifting, order entry, product flow organization. Meat background & or lift truck experience an asset. Send resume with salary expectations to: •Fax (905) 576-7169 •Email@halendasmeats@rogers.com Anniversary Entrepreneur of the Year 2005 Employment Opportunities at our Sudbury and Levack Operations: Licensed Truck and Coach Mechanics Licensed Trailer Mechanics Truck and Coach Apprentice Experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics • Competitive Wage Package • Comprehensive benefit package including dental, vision and drug plans • Company pension plan • Shift work is required Reply in strict confidence, with current resume to: William Day Construction Limited, 2500 Elm Street, Box 700, Copper Cliff, ON P0M 1N0, Attn: Don Campbell or Jim Riddle Fax: 705-682-2739 e-mail: don.campbell@daygroup.ca No phone calls, please! www.daygroup.ca Located in Ajax, Designers and builders of Robotic Welding systems and Assembly automation. ELECTRICIAN Construction and Maintenance: Licensed with min. 5 years experience wiring machine and automation systems to design specifications. CONTROL PANEL BUILDER: Min. 3 to 5 years experience working from panel drawings, panel layout, building control panels for automation and machine systems. All correspondence: attention Vicki Email: info@ autodyne-inc.com or Fax: 905 427-0409 No phone calls or agencies please. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted. HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIAN Required Leading HVAC Company in the Durham Region requires a Service Technician Duties to include troubleshooting, repair, piping, possess own hand tools and truck. Must have appropriate licenses; be flexible, available for week-end and night on call rotational shifts, 3-5 years minimum in the Heating and A/C industry. Please forward resume to heat-air@hotmail.com FRAMING CREWS REQUIRED Oshawa area. Union rates. Call 905-260-5584 RECEPTIONIST Cogir, a growing real estate management firm in Whitby, is looking for a receptionist to answer phones for a busy property management company. Other, duties include, opening and sorting mail, administration work, preparing faxes, ordering office supplies, photocopying and arranging meetings, Qualifications, computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Please forward resumes by: Friday, December 30, 2005, to Angela Valic, Controller at avalic@toronto.cogir.net RECEPTIONIST / CASHIER Whitby Oshawa Honda requires a computer-literate individual for Monday to Friday starting at 8:00 A.M. Duties to include: Switchboard, cash and various office duties. Apply with resume and references: 300 Thickson Road South,Whitby or fax 905-665-1343 email: hondaone@idirect.com Hair Scalp Treatment Specialist, Hair Replacement Te chnician, non-chemical Prepare & apply customers & Hair Weave-ins DIONNE'S HAIR CARE INC. (905)420-8189 INSURANCE COMPANY rapidly growing and seeking assistance with telephone calls. Contract work done from your home. $8/hour Please fax resumes to 1- 866-557-1517. Bilingualism is a plus. MATURE EXPERIENCED FT/PT, servers and kitchen prep/ dishwashers required in Ajax. Call 905-427-1221. MATURE SUPERVISOR required for adult day program- Part time, could lead to full time. Administra- tion, computer experience and ac- tivity program experience an defi- nite asset. Fax resumes to: (905) 619-2704. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr. avg. Full Time We Train You!! 905.435.0518 South Ajax IGA Meat Cutter, 2-3 yrs. exp. Flexible hours. Please submit resume in person to John or Darryl 955 Westney Rd. S. Ajax. SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complex. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couple. No pets. Fax resume (905)623-2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. KIDS!KIDS! KIDS! ~~Ages 2+~~ Wanted for TV & Movie Jobs! No Fees! Men/ Women 16-65 yrs. Needed for same! No extras Parents call: (416)221-3829 Wa r ehouse / Customer Service Ajax company expanding and requiring pro-active team player with above average communication skills. Fax: (905)-428-1462 email Mhinncore@aol.com WE ARE CURRENTLY seeking a Service Advisor for our Mack/Vol- vo Tr uck Dealership. This candi- date should have experience in the heavy duty truck industry as well as have strong customer service and computer skills. Wages to be negotiated dependent on experi- ence. We offer a bonus program and benefits. If interested please contact our Service Manager by fax at 905-426-2771, e-mail at emontgomery@durhamtruck.com. ESTHETICIAN,part-time required for Lake Winds Health & Beauty Spa in Port Perry. Call Sabrina (905)985-7727 or drop off resume to 56 Perry St. CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer, shop hand. Top Pay! Clean drivers licence. Experienced only. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 FULL TIME CLASS A MECHAN- IC for small 2 bay shop. Must be able to work independently. Call Tr acey 905-852-2291. HVAC INSTALLER required for year-round work. Licenced gas fit- ter 2 or 3, experience preferred. Valid driver's licence. Fax resume to 905-655-4562 LICENSED DESIEL Mechanic re- quired to work part-time, must be self motivated, knowledge of trac- tor trailers. Be very flexible with hours. Suitable for retired mechan- ic. Call Executive Transportation, 905-697-1403. PLANT SUPERVISOR.LTG a ma- terial handling solutions provider seeks a skilled plant supervisor with a min of 5 yrs supervisory mfg. exp. MSOffice, ACAD, OH- SA. F/T. www.leadstechgrp.com Resume to: President, Leads Technical Group, 380 Marwood Dr., Oshawa, On. L1H 8B4. Fax 905.438.0328. No calls. LEGAL ASSISTANT required for a Real Estate Lawyer in Whitby. Knowledge of The Conveyancer and PcLaw a must. Minimum 2 years experience required. Com- petitive salary along with benefits. Successful applicant must have a positive attitude, and be able to work in a team environment, with limited supervision. Please fax resume to Mark Woitzik at 905- 666-8621 or email directly to woitzik@rogers .com. Your dis- cretion with current employers will be respected. NATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR of facility maintenance products, car required, will train. Sexauer Ltd./In- terline Brands. Fax resume to 905- 852-5311. RMT POSITION available full time or part time in multi disciplinary clinic in Ajax and Scarborough. Please fax resume 905-686-5830 or email: a235rc@yahoo.ca A LICENSED PHARMACIST is re- quired for Lovell drugs in Whitby. This is a part-time position. Excel- lent communication skills and abil- ity to provide excellent pharmaceu- tical care are required. Visit our website at www.lovelldrugs.com Please send resume to: Rita Winn, General Manager, 52-1/2 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, fax 905-723-1421, email ritawinn@lovelldrugs.com CHIROPRACTIC assistant, part time required for busy wellness centre. Multi tasking, pleasant phone manner and computer skills required. Apply with resume: 400 Dundas West, Unit #1, Whitby. DENTAL HYGIENIST Minimum 3 years experience. Part-time. Pick- ering and Scarborough locations. Fax resume to : 416-293-9471. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST - Med- ical Receptionist required for a busy medical group practice. Start- ing salary dependent on experi- ence. Please fax resumes to (905) 434-6308 before December 23, 2005. NEW Oral Surgery Office in Ux- bridge needs part-time RN and Dental Assistant. No nights/week- ends. Previous oral surgery experience an asset. Janice 416-704-6955 REGISTERED MASSAGE THER- APIST needed for busy massage therapy clinic in Ajax. Fax resume to: 905-427-1899. Between the hours of 9am-5pm or e-mail to: bmtherapy@yahoo.ca. RMT for busy Brooklin clinic. Lo- cum January to March/06. Pos- sibility of extension. (905)655-0752 RPN REQUIRED 25-30hrs per week for busy Oshawa specialty clinic. Fax resume to: 905-669- 3832. COOKS required full or part-time and servers for busy Italian restau- rant in Port Perry. Call Franco 905-982-0200 or drop resume off at 151 Queen Street, Port Perry. 'TIS THE SEASON to be jolly- un- less you are a senior with no one to celebrate with. Why not volun- teer to visit a lonely senior or dis- abled adult living in your neigh- bourhood for one-two hours a week? Call VON Durham at 1-800- 263-7970 for more information or email durhamvolunteer@von.ca. Fulfill your New Years' resolution of becoming more community oriented. *HOME SELLERS* Find Out What Homes Down The Street Sold For! Free computerized list with pictures of area home sales & current listings Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7041 Visit: www. DurhamArea HomeSales.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* *RENTERS* Why rent when You can own? Free computerized list with pictures of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 Visit: www. DurhamStop Renting.com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* 30K BELOW FMV!!! 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath. Home in Whitby. 3 years old. Backs onto preserved wilderness. Close to lake/high- way.Excellent condition. 416-390- 3060. A PORT PERRY area NEW spec- tacular all brick bungalow exec. Home on 1 Acre lot Walk to Lake, Agents Welcome, Must see! Ask- ing $274k call 1-877-8789899 toll free DISTRESS SALE Bank Foreclosures & Estate Sales Free computerized list with pictures of Foreclosure properties from $170,000. No Investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#4042 Visit: www. Durham DistressSale.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905)434-7777 Matt Cooper* FIXER UPPER "Bargains" These homes need work Free computerized list with pictures of foreclosure proper- ties from $170,000 No investors please Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7048 Visit: www DurhamFixer Uppers.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777 Matt Cooper* GREAT INVESTMENT Property- For Sale by Owner - Ajax South, Semi-detached brick bungalow, 3- bedroom plus 2-bed. bsmt. apt. (Tenants willing to stay). Separate entrance, large fenced backyard, 4-car parking, new furnace, a/c, 6-appliances, priced to sell $215,000. Serious buyers, no agents please, make an offer. 905-686-6773. HOME EVALUATION Find out what your home is worth On-Line Visit: www. DurhamOnLine Home Evaluation.com Remax Ability Real Estate Limited ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* HOUSE FOR SALE by owner: updated bungalow in old Whitby, beautifully treed lot, 3 plus 2 bed- room, 2 baths, heated garage, re- finished hardwood, new furnace, fireplace, fence & shed, covered deck. $299 900. Open house De- cember 11th 11-2pm. No agents. 905-665-5116 WHY RENT?? when you can own a spectacular new HOME North of Bowmanville in quaint town, ultra modern, big kitchen, 3 bed's, at- tached garage. Agents Welcome. Must Sell! Asking $169k, carries for as low as $675/mth. call toll free 1-800-467-1766 FOR LEASE, INDUSTRIAL UNITS 2 units - 2600sq.ft. (2000sq.ft. work space, 600sq.ft. office & storage space), 1 unit 2000sq.ft. No body shops. Avail. immediately. Oshawa area. Call 905-429-8239 or (905)723-1123 INDUSTRIAL BAYS, near OC, transport truck high roll-up doors, one bay w/side entrance, air, parking, auto repair, machining, other uses, ample parking. Month-to-month considered. Also Space good for hobbies (905)576- 2982, (905)576-2646. INDUSTRIAL UNIT for rent, ap- prox. 800 sq.ft., with office, work- shop, or storage, with overhead garage door and parking,. 905- 579-1840 or 905-434-5494. APPROX. 380 SQ.FT.self-con- tained office, with washroom. Brock Rd. S. area. $450 monthly plus GST. includes heat & hydro. (905) 427-7400. Available January lst. FASTWAY COURIERS new fran- chise to region, 3 exclusive territo- ries available. Be your own boss, ground level opportunity. www.fastway.ca (905)720-2816 STORE FIXTURES Enough to fixture 3500-sq.ft. store. Gondolas, shelves, hooks, cash registers, etc. Ideal for dollar, gift, bargain or clothing store. Reg. Price $30,000, asking $10,000 (take all price) 905-571-7713 (Jim) or jimsarracini1@sympatico.ca TAKE ALL ONLY TURF Logic 100% Natural Lawn Care High-Tech, Low Investments franchisesales@turflogic.ca or call 1-866-239-4056 $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 4.85% or Variable at 4.15% OAC,Cash take-outs, Refinances, Self-employed, Commercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 (1) Renovated Simcoe/Mill 2-bed- room, balcony, parking, laundry $795, 905-434-2858; Renovated 1 bedroom $715, 2-bed. $825. Sim- coe/Bloor Oshawa. 1-800-486- 9826; Laundry, parking, Avail- able immediately. (2) OSHAWA 3 bedrooms, and Bowmanville 2-bedroom, rent in- clusive, laundry, separate en- trance, fenced backyard, parking, convenient locations, hardwood, available immediately. (416)892- 8864 1 & 2-BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge/stove, hardwood, carpet, fresh paint. Shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable. Immediate possession. (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1 BEDROOM APT,Simcoe/401 Oshawa, 4 plex, large sunroom. Includes hydro, water, gas. Coin laundry Available immediately. $750/inclusive. No smoking/pets Call Kazim (416)818-7751 1 BEDROOM APT.,Bond & Wil- son area, laundry, parking, $700 monthly, hydro included, first & last, available Now. Call 905-571- 1598. 1-bedroom $700;2-bedroom $895. Rossland & Ritson. Clean, quiet, adult lifestyle building. Inter- com, suits retired mature working adult 905-720-2352, NO PETS. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, avail- able for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $799.00 per month. Call (905)579-7649 for an appoint- ment. 2-BEDROOM well maintained house, main level, stainless steel appliances, slate/hardwood floor- ing. Near 401 & all amenities. Oshawa $1050/mo inclusive. (905)439-5955 3 BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, plus storage. spacious and bright, newly renovated, near all amenities, east Oshawa. $950 all inclusive. Available immediately. (905) 626-9095. AJAX - Must see new bright, one bedroom, close to all amenitities. Avialble immediatley. No smok- ing/pets please. $750 all inclusive. negotiable. Call (905) 706-4707, (905) 427-7986 AJAX - NEW 2 BEDROOM APT. Large windows. Separate en- trance. 2 parking. Everything in- cluded. No Smoking, no pets. $950/month. Avail Dec. 23rd. 905- 426-3585. AJAX HARWOOD and 401, main floor bachelor, $675/mo. No smok- ing. Available Jan 1st, 1st./last, ref- erences, call (905)686-1596 AJAX LEGAL 2 BEDROOM Basement apartment. High ceiling. Eat-in kitchen. New appli- ances. Living/dining. $850/inclusive. Jan. 1. Refs., 1st/last. No pets/smoking. 905-683-8092 AJAX NEW 1-BDRM.bsmt. sep- arate entrance, fireplace, no pets/smoking $750.00/mth 1st & last references Avail. Jan. 1/06 416-508-7597. BACHELOR APT.- all brand new. $650 inclusive. Parking, downtown Oshawa. Available immediately. 905-922-7015. BEAUTIFUL 2-BEDROOM base- ment apt. Kitchen, large living- room, includes parking and cable. Available immediately. $950 inclu- sive. Altona/Kingston, Pickering, nice area. (905)509-5412 after 3p.m. or 24hrs. 416-951-5876. BEAUTIFUL one-bedroom self- contained apt near the YMCA in Oshawa. Asking $675/mo plus hy- dro. Call Jason 905-665-7170 or (905)668-0515 BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - Near No Frills/401. TWO - 2- bedrooms, $745 + hydro($50/mo), available now. Immaculate, well- maintained, nice and bright. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,modern clean bright 1-bedroom + den. Parking, laundry, suit non-smoking mature adult. No Dogs. Available Feb. 1st. Discount for seniors. (905)725-1052 BROOKLIN 1-bedroom basement, new professionally finished, separate entrance, partially fur- nished, suit single quiet non-smok- er. No pets. References, first/last. $775/mo inclusive. (905)655-9315. BROOKLIN,newly renovated 1- bedroom, c/a, parking, inclusive. Non-smoker, Immediate. $775/mo. OSHAWA January 1st, 2-bedroom $950, bachelor $550/inclusive, nice, clean, main level of house. (905)655-5789, (905)655-9739 BROOKLIN- 1-bed. apt. 2nd-floor, eat-in kitchen, newly-renovated, 4-appliances, $795/inclusive first/last/references. ALSO one large unfurnished room, 3rd floor- adult-occupied bldg. $495/mo/incl., Both avail. now -no dogs/smoking 905-424-9743. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COUNTRY LIVING,2 bedroom apartment, laundry facilities, gar- den space available. Adult pre- ferred. No pets. Available January 1. $650 + hydro. Blackstock/Ponty- pool area. 905-986-0345, 905-986- 0007. COURTICE WEST/Townline area. Clean, recently redecorated lower level of house, parking, ideal for one. First/last/references $595/in- clusive. Available now. 905-666- 1168 after 5. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - huge 2 bedroom available. Jan. lst. $880. heat, hot water included, parking. Call (905)669-4009, (416) 520- 6392 LARGE 2 BEDROOM basement apartment, clean/bright. Nice quiet neighbourhood. $875/monthly. Pickering, near Whites/Finch. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-420-1903 after 5pm or 416-318-1960 anytime LARGE bright nice 1-bedroom apt near Oshawa hospital, parking, laundry, $725/mo inclusive. Avail- able immediately/Jan 1st. (416)725-7037, (905)673-5842. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY - bsmt bach- elor avail immed, $600/mo, first/last, non-smoker, no pets, full- bath, parking, cable, a/c. Close to Go, bus, shopping. 905-420-9497 LUXURY 3 BEDROOM apartment in Oshawa. 2 appliances, air, 2 full baths, utilities extra. $950 per mo. Available immediately. Call (905) 725-9991. NEW PICKERING APARTMENT- Finch/Liverpool. 2 bedroom, sep- arate entrance, parking, laundry, a/c, no pets. $900 inclusive. Available immediately. 647-889- 3065. NEWLY RENOVATED one bed- room main-floor, brand new appli- ances, eat-in kitchen, laundry, parking, available Jan. 1st. $800/inclusive. King/Ritson area. 613-338-3008. NORTH OF PORT PERRY, pri- vate apartment in farm house, 2 bedroom, $800 plus utilities, avail- able now. First/last. (905)655- 3393 NORTH OSHAWA,Russet Ave. Good location, next to bus route, well-maintained, quiet 12-plex small building. Utilities, cable, heating, parking included. 2-bed- room. No dogs. 905-576-2982. or 905-576-2646. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 16, 2005, PAGE 37 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Classifieds Continued From Page 35 WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Ta unton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St. ) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Td. & Hwy 2) 1 MONTH FREE RENT or Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - Starting At $750. ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Senior Discounts ●Full Security System Call for more information 905-728-4993 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT e & oe 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com WHITBY WELCOMES YOU HOME Spacious, newly renovated 1, 2 and 3 bdrms. Park like setting. Fr iendly community. Convenient location. Steps to GO, shopping, 401. Affordable prices. From $870. Util incl. 1-888-303-1849 WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Ta unton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St. ) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St. ) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Td. & Hwy 2) EX HIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTED FEBR UARY 24•25•26 2006 Markham Fairgrounds NOW BOOKING SPACE 10’X5’ booth $495 10’x10’ booths starting at $895 CALL YOUR REPRESENTATIVE TODAY AT 1.888.211.7288 NORTH OSHAWA,1-bedroom for rent $720/monthly, includes util- ities, fridge, stove, parking, 905- 579-9777. ONE BEDROOM APT, OSHAWA. Upper Floor, clean, $475/month plus utilities, first/last. Call after 5pm 905-725-2352. ONE BEDROOM bright & clean, walkout bsmnt. apt. freshly paint- ed, new carpet, new appliances, non smoker, lst/last, references, Available immediately. 905-686- 5414. ONE-BEDROOM APT for rent. near Oshawa Center $725/mo in- cludes hydro. Heat, water, cable & laundry facilitiers. This is a new retrofitted Legal apt. (905)725- 4155 OSHAWA Clean, spacious, 2 bedroom, laundry, parking for 2 cars, utilities included. $890/month. Phone 905-420-0514 or cell 289-314-2566. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2-Bdrms - Jan. 1 st 3-Bdrms avail. immediately /Jan 1st Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA 1 BEDROOM available anytime or Dec. 1st. Located at 350 Malaga Rd. $695/mo. inclu- sive. No pets. 905-576-6724 or 905-242-4478. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425, 1-888-558-2622. OSHAWA EAST:Stunning Newly renovated top to bottom, large 1- bedroom apts in duplex on huge lot w/pond. Eat-in kitchen, new ap- pliances, laundry, separate drives and entrances. Near all amen- ities/schools. $745/mo all inclu- sive. Immediately. No smoking (905)432-1533. OSHAWA King/Wilson Quiet build- ing, near shopping, transportation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bed- room apts, $920/month. Available immediately. 3-bedroom apt., $1020/month, immediate. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. OSHAWA Park South/401 new management, newly renovated 1-2-3 Bedrooms from $725. Well- maintained, clean, quiet, improved security. Bus/GO. Hydro included. 835 Oxford 905-622-0835; 885 Oxford 905-622-0885 OSHAWA, CLEAN,new building. 2-bdrms $840/month, avail Feb. 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438-9715. OSHAWA, LARGE 2-bedroom apts, in clean building near shop- ping, bus route + 401, $800/month + hydro. Parking, storage, laundry. Suit mature tenants. Call (905)852-7116 OSHAWA,Wilson/Olive area, bright 2-bedroom apartment in 6-plex. Laundry, parking, kitch- en. $860/month inclusive. First/last/references. No big dogs. Available now Working couple pre- ferred.. (905)576-3840 leave mes- sage, 905-429-0539. PICKERING - Quiet, 3 bedroom main floor bungalow, near Go, 401. Laundry, a/c, eat in kitchen, parking, $1250 plus utilities. Avail- able Jan. lst. lst/last. References. (905) 839-4830 PICKERING 1-bdrm. Freshly painted basement apt. with reno- vated 3-pc. bath. Whites Rd./401, separate entrance, parking, no pets/smoking. $750 all inclusive. Avail. January 1st. 905-420-6464. PICKERING ALTONA/SHEP- PARD,2 large bedroom basement apt, big windows, separate en- trance, no smoking, no pets. $800 inclusive. Close to all amenities. Call 905-250-0748 or 905-686- 0010. PICKERING VILLAGE Legal basement apartment. Bright. 1 bedroom. High ceiling. Across from park. Parking. Hydro. Cable. No smoking/pets. $800 all inclusive. First/last 905-426-2707 PICKERING Whites/401 Base- ment apt for rent. 1 bedroom, nice, clean, newly renovated. sep en- trance, 4 appliances, available im- mediately $900-all inclusive. No pets. 416-996-3936 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, walk to GO & Town Cen- tre. $875/mo inclusive. Avail. im- mediately. Call Mike days 905- 427-4077 ext. 24, evenings & wknds 905-442-0020. PICKERING, BROCK/FINCH - Beautiful, large 1 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, cable, jacuzzi. Non- smoker, no pets. Avail. Feb. 1. Single person, $675/mo., or couple $825/mo. inclusive 905-428-3965. PICKERING,LIVERPOOL/BAYLY 2-Bedroom basement apt, all inclu- sive $900, first/last, references. Available Dec 19th. Call 416-509- 8534 or 905-201-8961. PORT PERRY,Quiet, well kept large deluxe 3 bedroom apart- ments in low-rise, walk to Lake Scugog. Parking and laundry. No pets. Rent+utilities first/last. Call Norman 905-985-3406. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet, 2-bedrooms. Avail. immedi- ately. $895/mo. Laundry, parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1-800- 693-2778 RITSON/KING.New 3-bdrm (1st,2nd & 3rd floor). Newly reno- vated, eat-in kitchen, dishwasher, private laundry, deck, 3 parking. $1200-inclusive. Immediate. 613- 338-3008 SHORT TERM or LONG TERM rentals. Furnished/Unfurnished. Bright clean 3-bdrms in Oshawa. Close to all amenities. 2 minutes to 401. Cable, internet, parking, laun- dry. ALSO 1-bdrm $650/mo inclu- sive and Rooms available. Angie 905-433-2188. SIMCOE/BLOOR,- large 2-bed- room in 6-plex, fully remodelled, $775/inclusive. Avail. now or Dec. 15th. 905-259-8259 or 905-576- 9779 or 905-576-9055. SOUTH AJAX -2 bedroom base- ment. Separate entrance, cable, A/C, Very Private. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately. (416)679-4006 (daytime) or 416- 721-3063 (evening or weekend). UXBRIDGE NEW!To wnhouse / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 VERY LARGE TWO-bedroom, all new, plus in suite laundry, new fridge, stove, washer, dryer, new flooring, etc. Available Jan 1st. No pets. King/Ritson area. $900/month. (905)432-0967 WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious, carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities incl. Avail. now, first/last, no pets. Bachelor $700. 1-bdrm $800; 2-bdrm $900; 905-767-2565 WHITBY -Lovely, bright, new, above ground bachelor apt. Walk- out to private deck, hardwood flooring, laundry. $800/mo inclu- sive. Call 905-666-4302. WHITBY 1 & 2-BEDROOM apts. in 6-plex, includes water, heat, parking and storage. $685 & $855. No pets. Phone (905)430-7567 af- ter 6pm. WHITBY SOUTH-spacious 1&2 bedroom, $750 - $870, laundry, first/last, near Go, (MOVE-IN FREE BEFORE CHRISTMAS) Daytime viewings Mon-Fri. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY-2 bedroom suites $840 to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITES' RD. & BAYLY,Newly renovated. Lrg. 1 bdrm. bsmt apt parking, sep. entrance, shared laundry $750. mnthly\incl. 1st & last, references call 905-420-0242 BROCK RD/401 – Pickering Con- do 1 bdr + den. 5 appliances, AIR, Jacuzzi, u/g parking, locker. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately or Jan 1. $1200/month inclu- sive. (905)427-1032 OSHAWA - unfurnished, Simcoe & Taunton area. 3 bedrooms, 5 appliances, 1 + 2 half baths, parking, large storage space. No pets. Available immediately. $900/mo. + hydro. Call evenings: 905-433-8864. PICKERING 3-bedroom condo, 5 appliances, 1.5 baths, ensuite laundry, no smoking/pets, $1,350 per mo. first/last. Credit check. Utilities included. Close to Go sta- tion. (905)427-4754. SPACIOUS-IMMACULATE 2 bed- room adult condo apartment locat- ed central Uxbridge. Includes un- derground parking, elevator, appli- ances incl. washer & dryer $1200. plus hydro. 905-852-3540 A-ABA-DABA-DO I HAVE A HOME FOR YOU! Do you pay $750/month or more in rent, earn $35000/yr, LET ME SHOW YOU HOW! NO down payment, up to $20,000 cash back. Call Ken Collis, Top Agent with Coldwell Banker 2M Realty, Assoc. Brkr, (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576-5200, email: kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, barn, paddock and pasture available. First, last, references required. Available Feb. 1/06. Uxbridge/Port Perry area. (905)852-7322. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, fin- ished basement, 1.5 baths, near Hwy #2/Cochran, Whitby. Large backyard, parking, great quiet neighbourhood, near schools. $1350 plus. Available February 1st. (905)665-1706 3 BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED, Adelaide/Wilson. $1200/mo. plus utilities. Available anytime. Appli- ances, laundry facilities, near bus route. Parking, (905)623-7712 3+1 BEDROOM SEMI, Close to Oshawa Shopping Centre/Civ- ic/Schools. 4 appliances. $1200+ utilities. First/last. No pets. Avail- able anytime. 905-579-7581, 905- 728-1612. 3-BEDROOM MAIN floor bunga- low. 4 appliances. Large front/backyard with fruit trees. Suit adult family. Non-smokers. No pets. First/last, references. $1400+ utilities. Available Jan 1st. (905)579-6918 4-BEDROOM FARM HOUSE in Sunderland, 2 car garage, $1200/month plus utilities first/last. Available Dec 1st. (905)655-3393 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 bedroom town homes, fenced in backyard, private garage & driveway, carpeted, family room, appliance and ceramic floors. Also available 2 bedroom apart- ments(s). www.realstar.ca 416- 292-0118 7 ACRE FARM FOR RENT - available Jan 1st. Newly renovated 2+1 bedroom farmhouse, and/or 6 stall barn plus 4 paddocks avail- able. Scugog/Manvers townline. Call Dave (905)436-6312. A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. Up to $15,000 cash back to you! Require $35,000 + up family income and reasonable credit. No down payment required. Why Rent! Call Bill Roka, 25 years as top sales rep with world's lead- ing realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX - BRAND NEW 3 bedroom semi-detached, 2 1/2 washrooms, 5-appliances, deck, available im- mediately, $1350/mo. + utilities. 905-666-8031 or 416-357-5435. AJAX BASEMENT APARTMENT for rent. $595/month. Includes laundry facilities, separate en- trance, beautiful wood floors and/or parking. Extremely clean! Also, room for rent, $500. Call 416-721-1314. AJAX, DETACHED 2-BEDROOM home, sole occupancy, hardwood floors, private, fenced yard. Close to all amenities. $990/month plus utilities, first/last. Credit check. (905)723-8227. EXECUTIVE 4 BR. BUNGALOW, finished basement/walkout. Hard- wood floors, 2 gas fireplaces, cen- tral air. Appliances included. Avail- able immediately. $1,950/+ util- ities. Non-smoking. Central Port Perry location. 905-213-2192. HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY- large clean 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, large yard, laundry facilities, min. from Oshawa. $995+utilities. First/last. 905-571-0770. OSHAWA - main floor 3 bedroom house for rent, sep. entrance, parking, freshly painted . $1100 including utilities. Available Jan. 1st. Call 905-404-0153 ask for Eileen. PICKERING - Rougemount Dr. North - quaint cottage style home, 2 plus one bedrooms, available Feb lst. $1,200 per mo. Telephone (905) 509-3601. PICKERING ESPLANADE N.3 bedroom townhouse, appliances, underground parking and security. $1, 500/month + utilities. First/last. References. Available February 1st. Call Doug at 905-665-0177. PICKERING VILLAGE TOWN- HOUSE 3 bedroom available Jan- uary 1, 1000 plus utilities, month- ly. 905-683-3303. PICKERING, FINCH/WHITES, de- tached house, upper 2 levels, 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths, garage park- ing. Near shopping, schools and transit. $1050 plus 60% utilities. Available January 1st, 2006. Call Harry (416)223-2458, Jennifer (416)223-9166. WATERFRONT HOME.Newly renovated, 3 bedrooms, 10 min- utes east of Port Perry. $1,150/plus (negotiable). First/last. Available immediately. Possibility of rent to own. 905-982-0242. WHITBY, Large 3-bedroom bun- galow, upper level, hardwood floors, excellent location, close to schools & park, all utilities, laun- dry, cable included. $1400/month. Available immediately. Call (905)683-6863 WHITBY, Thickson/401,3-bdrm mainfloor, hardwood floors, 4-appliances, large fenced yard, c/a, 4-parking. Close to amenities, bus stop at door. Avail. immediate- ly. $1200/mo+ utilities. No smok- ing. (416)496-3986 or email: madge58@hotmail.com 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 bedroom townhomes, fenced in backyard, private garage & drive- way,carpeted, familyroom, appli- ance and ceramic floors. Also available 2 bedroom apartment(s). www.realstar.ca 416-292-0118 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA CENTRAL,new 2 bedroom townhouse, amenities, end unit. Fully fenced yard, large eat-in kitchen. $775/month plus utilities (Approx $75-100/month). Available immediately. (905)432- 7543. PICKERING VILLAGE,3-bdrms, close to schools, shopping & GO transit. $1250/mo plus utilities. Avail. January 1st. (905)420-3301 AMAZING NEWLY renovated "apartment style" bachelor, separ- ate shower & entrance, lounge area & fireplace, parking. Laundry avail., patio retreat. Employed, clean & responsible preferred. 905-720-2265 PICKERING / 401 furnished, TV/cable, parking, share facilities, clean, quiet home. Close to amenities. Non smoking/pets, $400. Suitable for quiet working lady. Jan. lst. (905) 427-7073 or (416)738-5150 WHITBY - BROCK AND TAUN- TON.Ve ry large room in new home. Utilities, cable TV/internet, phone, laundry, parking included. Near transit, shopping. $500/month. lst/last. Available Jan- uary lst. (905) 443-6503 or jeffrey_toniolo@rogers.com AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY. 2 1 bedroom with own bathroom. Available immediately. Parking. Close to amenities. $500/all inclu- sive. First/last/references. Single person preferred. Call Elroy, 905- 426-4491 or 416-571-3859. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet included. Available immediately, 1st/last, $450/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. WHITES/TAUNTON,Laundry Fa- cilities, Fireplace, 5 acre yard, fire- pit, 40 ft deck, suitable for singles 35-50, $450. Or Bachelor-Style with separate entrance 650 per month, first and last required., Call Paul: 905-683-2429 COZY 3 BEDROOM cottage on Moira Lake, Madoc, great ice fish- ing and snowmobiling, fish hut in- cluded. Call (905) 987-1311. 14 FT. FIBERGLASS fishing boat, closed bow, flat bottom (inside) back side bench seat, lights and live well wired, 20 h.p. evinrude and northtrail trailer, good shape and reliable. $1,700. Also Avail- able brand new 36 lb. thrust Minn Kota electric motor, $250. Also Available - Will store for winter and water ready for spring. (705) 328- 0402 after 6 p.m. 1992 Rinker 25' oal, 5.7 V8, 270- hp, Merc Bravo II outdrive, shore- power, aft cabin, serviced yearly low hours. Boat in very good con- dition. 2001 galvanized trailer $23,000-obo (905)404-2861 1983 YAMAHA 340cc,hand & thumb warmers, good running condition. 905-697-1368 1990 POLARIS INDY 500, $1200 obo. 905-668-2815. SINCERE SINGLES,to meet someone special call 1-866-719- 9116. Specializing in long term re- lationships since 1992. 1/2 price specials. LIVE IN CAREGIVER FOR KIDS 10 & 3. Provide care & assistance, general hygiene, timely meals, pick-up/drop-off after school. $11 + room on board. Fax resume 905- 426-7237. EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER for a 2 and half year old child. Room and board provided. Fax resume to: 416-293-8997. NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!Be a part of the most Rewarding Industry in the World! Looking For: Bright. Energetic. Enthusiastic. Team Players who would like to be or are already a part of the Health & Fit- ness industry. Applicants must possess above average communi- cation skills, be eager to learn, and able to take direction. Positions available: Reception (Full or Part Time). Membership Coordinator Fitness consultants (able to do fit tests). Personal Trainers. Man- agement Trainees. Please send Resume to fax: 905-683-3199. At- tention: Kevin Douglas or e-mail kdouglas@roosfamilyfitness.com. 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 confi- dential. House parties available. (905)665-3222. $10 off with this ad HORSE STALLS AVAILABLE Professional care. Experienced on site handler. Seasonal turn in, sweet feed & hay included. Clar- ington area, $250/month. 905-436- 2283. Need A Home Phone? FREEDOM PHONE LINES Regardless of Credit No Deposit Required LOWEST PRICE Call now & receive 1 month FREE 1-866-884-7464 !! SATELLITE TV,Free-To-Air: All channels OPEN - NO MONTHLY BILLS - FREE QUALITY SUP- PORT. U-Neek Electronics, 226 Bloor Street E. Oshawa. (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com: The 1st; the BEST! We have the cus- tomer feedback to prove it. (905) 435-0202 A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. NEW GEN Ultra- Mini- N2. CoolTek- N2. Receiver Repairs and Modifications. Dish Network Service and Sales. (905)999-0362 LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses 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. 2 XBOX 360 Platinums, best offer. Call (905)434-7617 3 LOVESEATS,one sofa, 2 end tables, one coffee table, old dining- room set, floor console tv...good for Christmas gifts.. best offers..(905)718-6471 3-PC LIVING ROOM SET,sofa & 2 arms chairs w/matching lamp; mahogany china cabinet; Roland electric keyboard w/stand; cur- tains; dog cage 27"x17"; telephone jacks and more items. (905)579- 0840 9"radial arm saw, 14" wood band saw, Mastercraft wood lathe, Shef- field-Cornet 28" swing, bowl lathe, 6" industrial joiner, Toro 20" snow blower, all tools in good or seldom used shape. 905-885-1405. A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 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. ADJUSTABLE CUSTOM de- signed shelving, can be used for many purposes. A+ condition, floor mirror, store closing. Call (905)432-2102. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES Refrigera- tors, $99/up. Washers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up, Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728- 4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ALMOST brand new snow blower , Murray 10 hp, 27" mouth, unit is electric start, in mint condition, $850 OBO. 905-242-0810. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416)748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: P4/1.8Ghz (IBM Dsktp) 512mb/40g/dvd-cd-rw: only $319., add matching 17" Flat (CRT) Moni- tor for $65., Laptops. Call for Cur- rent Inventory. Repairs at reason- able rates. 112 Luke Street, Oshawa. (905) 576-9216 or email: bitsandbytes@rogers.com www.bitsandbytestech.com BURTON CHARGER 61 Snow Board, with Ride SE bindings & boots (size 10.5) very good condi- tion. Asking $450. (905)421-9935 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTER TROUBLE?We offer you On-Site Networking & Com- puter Repairs/Upgrades, Virus Re- moval & Wireless Security. We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Re- pairs/Sales call S D L 905-428- 7559, cell 416-892-6965 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. ELECTRIC GUITAR,Peavey Ro- tor EXP (Cherry) with Floyd Rose. Professionally set up. Brand new, won in contest. $799.00 Andy 905-420-3833 after 5pm. FRIGIDARE STOVE & Refrigera- tor. Paid $1425, asking $800 firm. White Westinghouse Washer and Dryer asking $500. 905-576-9946. GENERATOR BLOW-OUT!!All sizes, eg. 1800 watt $349.00. New, warranty. 888-743-9378. HEINTZMAN 6 FT.mahogany grand piano, circa 1920, 2 owners only. Good condition. Piano bench included. Asking $5,500. Contact Oshawa (905) 725-2077. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes. Delivery in- cluded. PAUL'S HOME AND LEI- SURE 905-259-4514 or 866-972- 6837 www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB/SPA 5 person, never used, 24 jets, 5 horsepower pump, insulated redwood cabinet, full warranty, sacrifice, $2995, Picker- ing Markets isle A-B. 905-409- 5285 KENMORE WASHING machine $250., or best offer, Tems Physio machine $200., walking treadmill $350 firm. telephone (9050 831- 3158 LARGE ALUMINUM ICE HUT,3 burner stove, stereo, lights. York 9500 weight bench with squat rack, leg exerciser, 5-600 lbs. in weights, multiple bars. 3 sets down hill skis, boots, poles, ski bag. 2 pair hockey skates. Scuba weight belt & weights. 705-786-0210. LIKE NEW Sherlock-Manning Her- itage model piano/bench ($1, 600). 3 section wood entertainment with bar/China cabinet ($600). Antique marble top washband and table. Excellent condition. 905-728-6177. LOVESEAT -Light tope, 2 months old. Great Christmas gift! Must sell, $400 firm. 905-432-8130 MAGELLAN HANDHELD GPS Explorist 100. 14 channel. New. Won in hospital lottery. $149.00 905-420-3138 or 416- 993-5175. MOVING SALE beautiful newer 3-pc sectional includes 2 recliners & double bed. 9-drawer dresser w/2 mirrors. chair w/ottoman, wing chair, dehumidifer, new Carlsberg Keg barfridge. 905-420-3951 X-BOX 360 PREMIUM,call Paul at (905)260-7299 NEED A HOME PHONE reconnected? TELECREDIT Phone service provider. No credit, no deposit, no contracts, just hookups $34.95 mo. 1-888-424-6658 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, washers $199/up, new and coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NEW KITCHEN CABINETS,fully assembled in boxes, white, com- plete kitchens 50% off - priced to sell. Surplus inventory, great qual- ity. Please call (905)579-4454 ext. 11 or 905-242-0180. PIANO SALE - digitals with hammer action starting from $649. Wide selection, Best prices. Call Alexandrov's Music Centre, (905)720-4948 PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS - Christmas specials on now, check us out. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Makes the perfect Christmas gift.. Super special sale on all grand pianos instock. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package in- cluded. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SCHUBERT PIANO apt. size $1100 o.b.o. Round oak table, 4 chairs, new $199. Kenmore deep freezer 18cu.ft. $299. Diningroom set, table, 6 chairs, buffet $1,900. Call (905)655-4138 STORE CLOSING:hundreds of leather shoes, Must Be Sold! Start- ing @$29.99, but one pair, second pair HALF PRICE! Chesler's Shoes, 250 Taunton Rd.E., Oshawa, (905)432-2102 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7. - $90. (tax incl.) Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. ASH, MAPLE, BEECH,Kozy Heat Firewood, excellent, best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut/split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753- 2246. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell 905-424- 9411 A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 16, 2005 www.durhamregion.com ADORABLE SNOODLE/POM puppies, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked. Non-allergenic, non- shedding, home raised. Ready to go December 22. 3 males, 1 fe- male. $800. (905)985-0731. CHIHUAHUA -Male & Female puppies. 8 weeks old, short- haired, various colours. Family raised. Parents on site. Females $800, Males $700. Call after 6p.m. (705)887-6445. DOBERMAN, RED,X Chocolate lab pups, 6 male, 6 female, ready before or for Christmas. First come, first serve! $450 each. Call now! (905)571-6283 JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES $500 each. Vet certificate, tails docked, dew claws removed, parents on site. Call after 3 p.m. (905)571- 2910 JACK RUSSELL puppies, 7 weeks old, first shots, ready to go. (905)986-5217 or (905)424-9411 MULTI-POO PUPPIES,2-Fe- males, 1-Male, Perfect for Christ- mas Present. 1st-Shots. Ready- to-Go Mid-January. $950. No Breeders. (705)277-1189. POODLE PUP -9 weeks old, home raised, vet checked. Apricot, female. Ready to go. (705)277- 3013 PUG PUPPIES vet checked, shots, home raised. Ready to go. 905-438-9355 between 8:30-5:00; evenings 905-623-7998 PUREBRED GOLDEN RETRIEV- ER puppies for adoption, home raised, vet checked, first shots and dewormed, ready to go to a good home, $500. 905-372-6366. PUREBRED LAB PUPS,Choco- late, Yellow & Black. CKC regis- tered, micro chipped, first shots, dewormed, parents on site. Ready to go. (905)431-9851 PUREBRED POMERANIAN pups, 2 males, ready to go. Great Christ- mas gift. Call (705)878-4408. SCHNAUZER POODLE puppies, beautiful, mini's, non-shedding, tails, dew claws and shots done, vet checked, ready to go Dec. 20th, $600. 905-885-7968. 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We tell stories to your daughter Ashley and your son Cody of your courage, your perseverance and your resilience. Your years were short, Your attitude and spirit inspire us. As we look back we feel blessed that you were part of our lives. We miss you so much, Wayne. We're so sad you had to go. Forever in our hearts, with all our love. Your mom & dad Mabel & Edwin, sister Kelly & brother-in-law Doug, nieces Jessy-Le and Jamilynn, former wife Monique. 1990 EAGLE TALON turbo, $2,490. 1993 Toyota Tercel $2,290. 1997 Sunfire $2,999. 1997 Monte Carlo $3,690. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix $3,990. Others from $1699 & up. Certified & e-tested. Kelly & Sons 30th Anniversary Special. (905)683-7301, 905-424- 9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1992 FORD TAURUS,$900 as is, comes with transmission to be in- stalled. 905-922-7015. 1992 FORD TEMPO,169,000 km, excellent condition, $1,100. as is, call after 6:00 PM. 905-797-1174. 1992 SATURN SC2,143,500kms, e-tested, certified, service records. 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A/P PAGE 40 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 16, 2005 www.durhamregion.com www.henrys.com Pickering: White’s Road Shopping Center Tel: (905) 831-7777 Prices valid from Dec 15 to Dec 19 2005 on in stock items only.Free iPod Shuffle4 DAYS LEFT! Get a FREE Apple iPod Shuffle with purchase of select Canon Digital SLRs. While Supplies Last! EXTRA Rebel BONUS SanDisk Extreme 256mb CF card! $6999 value Includes BONUS JumpStart DVD! 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Doris in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late John Ashton. Loving mother of Robert and his friend Maisie and Mary and her husband Graham Jefferies. Cherished Nana of Robbie, John and his wife Emily and Charles. Dear sister of Mac and Hel- en Hedge; May and Norm Jackson and prede- ceased by James and Arthur. Sister in law of Jean and Emma. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road West (Ajax) Pickering Village 905-428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Monday. Funeral Service in the chapel on Tuesday December 20, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Salem Cemetery. Should family and friends so desire donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. LYSAY, William Basil (Bill)Peacefully at Bay Ridges Long Term Care on Wednesday December 14, 2005. Bill, beloved husband of Monica, for 33 years. Loving father of Jennifer and her husband John Maison. Brother of Ollie Woloski of Richmond Hill and predeceased by Russell and John. Uncle of Shelly, Cathy, Debbie and Greg. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) (905)428-8488 from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday. Funer- al mass at Holy Redeemer Church 896 Eyer Drive Pickering on Saturday December 17, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. The family would appreciate donations to Holy Redeemer Bldg. Fund or Bay Ridges Long Term Care. A book of condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca ROBERTS, May Park (Lyons),Age 90 years - Peacefully at Bay Ridges Long Term Care, Picker- ing on Thursday December 15, 2005. Beloved wife of the late John W. Roberts. Dear mother of Deanna Brown and predeceased by her son Donald Roberts (1995). Loving grandmother to Cheryl Murray; Alan Brown & his wife Dolores and Jason & Shannon Roberts. Cherished great-grandmother of Colby & Jessica Murray and Courtney & Madison Brown. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and friends in Wilmot Creek. Visitation will be held at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME 53 Division St. N. Bowmanville 2-5 pm Sunday December 18th, 2005. Funeral Service will be held in our Chapel at 10:30 am Monday December 19th, 2005. Interment to follow reception at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Scarborough. Memorial Donations may be made to a Charity of your Choice or St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. www.northcuttelliott.com SIMONS, Florence May (nee Harris) Peacefully at Ballycliffe Retirement Home, Ajax, on the 14th of December 2005. Florence May Simons in her 98th year. Predeceased by her husband Ernest Calvert and by her husband Frank Simons. Mrs Simons was a long time Member of Pickering Village United Church, a member of the Eastern Star and in her younger days a devoted member of the U.C.W. Cre- mation will be followed by Interment at Mount Pleas- ant Cemetery Mausoleum. A memorial service to celebrate her life, followed by a U.C.W reception tea (that she requested) will be held in early January at Pickering Village United Church at a time to be an- nounced. If desired donations may be made in her memory to the Trustee Fund of Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church Street North, Ajax, On- tario L1T 2W7. Arrangements entrusted to the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME. CANADA’S ONLY FURNITURE SUPERSTORES All Leather So f a Only No Extra Charg e F o r D e l i v e r y ! $599 BONUS! ICE MAKER KIT $100 VALUE! 32"32" 32" Stereo TV Only $399 No Money Down!* No Interest! No Monthly Payments on EVERYTHING in Our Showrooms! DON’T PAY UNTIL 2007 18 Cu. Ft. Fridge! • 2 sliding glass shelves • 3 door racks / 1 with gallon storage • Clear dairy compartment and 2 crispers 946-51817 CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT BOXING DAY PRICES! BOXING DAY SALE! BIG! BIG!BOXING DAY SALE! BIG! BIG! AMAZING V ALUES THROUGHO U T THE STORE! 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Based on 60 mos. lease rate 6.4% APR on 2006 Yaris. Based on 48-mos. lease rate 5.9% APR on 2006 Corolla, 2006 Camry, 2006 Sienna and 2006 Matrix. License, reg- istration fees, insurance and taxes extra. Lease includes freight and P.D.I. cost of $1,010/$1,060/$1,160/$1,310/$1,060. Down payment or trade equivalent of $1,324/$3,381/$4,280/$6,327/$3,325 plus first payment due at lease inception. Security deposit of $225/$250/$350/$400/$275 required. Total lease obligation of $12,064.24/$13,413.31/$18,152.62/$22,599.56/$14,797.37 and purchase option price of $5,567.80/$8,153.50/$11,995.20/ $14,168.46/$9,355.35 based on a maximum of 96,000 KMS. Additional KM charge of $.07/.07/.10/.10/.07 if applicable. MSRP of $13,580/$17,725/$24,990/$30,800/$19,905. †† Based on 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. 2006 Coroll a C E - L e a s e f o r $ 2 0 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s w i t h $ 3 , 3 8 1 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 1 7 , 7 2 5 M S R P 2006 Yaris C E - L e a s e f o r $ 1 7 9 * a t 6 . 4 % A P R per month for 60 m o n t h s w i t h $ 1 , 3 2 4 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 1 3,580 MSRP 2006 Sienna C E - L e a s e f o r $ 3 3 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s with $6,327 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 3 0 , 8 0 0 M S R P 2006 Camry L E - L e a s e f o r $ 2 8 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s w i t h $ 4 , 2 8 0 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 2 4 , 9 9 0 M S R P 2006 Matrix - L e a s e f o r $ 2 3 9 * a t 5 . 9 % A P R per month f o r 4 8 m o n t h s w i t h $ 3 , 3 2 5 d o w n . Freight and P . D . E . i n c l u d e d . $ 1 9 , 9 0 5 M S R P MOST FUEL- E F F ICIENT VEHICLE IN I T S Unwra p a T o y o t a this Ho l i d a y S e a s o n .ppPICKERING TOYOTA SALESALE durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 PAGE 43 A/P A/P PAGE 44 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, DECEMBER 16, 2005 durhamregion.com ‘Tis the season to… shop. 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