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Claiming the video clip displays an unacceptable lack of tolerance, Ajax-Pickering Liberal candidate Mark Holland has posted footage on his website that shows the Con- servative candidate at a protest over proposed changes to the definition of marriage. The rally was held out- side the office of Liberal MP Judy Sgro in February 2005, and Mr. Hol- land said the video clip was sent to him by a documentary filmmaker Thomas’s views not reflective of party: Conservatives Pickering hopefuls talk airport, child care, taxes at debate By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Child care, the proposed Pickering airport and taxes were just a few of the issues Pickering-Scarborough East candi- dates squared off on Wednesday. NDP candidate Gary Dale, Con- servative Tim Dobson and Liberal Dan McTeague faced off in a lively late-evening debate sponsored by the Metroland Durham Region Media Group, Rogers Television and Durham Radio Inc. Green Party candidate Jeff Brownridge was in- vited, but he failed to show up. One of the first questions of the night was about child care, an issue that came up more than once in the 90-minute debate. “The cheapest and most efficient way to deliver child care to the most amount of people is through a pub- licly funded child-care system,” Mr. Dale said. Mr. Dobson articulated the Conservative’s plan to give families $1,200 a year towards child care. “Choice in child care means No. 1 let’s provide some funding to par- ents of young children... Moms and dads are in the best position to de- termine the care for their children,” he said. Mr. McTeague argued a national program would do more than just provide child care. “What we want to try to develop is a national child-care program... We see it as a first step towards early learning,” he said. The candidates were also asked multiple questions about the pro- posed Pickering airport and the air- port lands. “I believe for now, given that it is a long and arduous process that we do not close our options,” Mr. McTe ague said. Mr. Dale said he is against the airport. “The NDP fought the original airport, we fought the Toronto Is- land airport...Who can you trust to stop this airport? Only one party has taken a clear and consistent stance,” he said. Mr. Dobson also expressed his opposition. “I’m against the construction of Give you home a new look for Winter Free Family Event Tomorrow, January 14 Open House @ 10 am Pickering Recreation Complex New Year * New You 905.683.6582 cityofpickering.com/recreation A DAY OF CELEBRATION Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Subana Shahbaz speaks with her mother, Attiqua, as the Eid-Ul-Adha prayer ceremony began Wednesday at The Pickering Markets. 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Mmmmm.....Mmmmm..... .com.com NEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 doing a project on fundamental- ist groups. “The views reflected are not the views of Stephen Harper, nor the Conservative Party,” said John Reynolds, co-chairman of the Conservative Party of Cana- da’s national campaign. “Our candidate made those comments as a private citizen before he sought a nomination,” he said, adding the Conservative Party allowed a free vote on the issue of same-sex marriage in the House of Commons. Mr. Thomas, also the vice- president of Canada Christian College, was unavailable to com- ment as his campaign staff said he is attending a funeral. “There is going to be a clash of morality views between those who believe in righteousness and those who believe in im- morality and when we collide there is going to be conflict,” Mr. Thomas said in the footage. “We are engaging the enemy today; we are going to win this battle.” Later in the segment, he said, “We cannot change the defini- tion of marriage. If we are going to redefine marriage so it is same- sex couples, then that eliminates procreation - and if the other side had their way, that’s the way it would be.” Mr. Holland said he was shocked by the video. “To say people who disagree with you are the enemy... is just utterly disturb- ing,” said Mr. Holland, who supported the same-sex marriage legislation. “The part that really disturbs me is waging the differ- ence-of-opinion war.” An e-mail from the Liberal Party and Mr. Holland’s cam- paign office was sent out titled, ‘New Video Available: Ajax-Pick- ering Conservative Candidate Declares “War” on Supporters of Civil Marriage.’ Although the headline on the release refers to civil marriages, the clip only mentions same-sex marriages. Mr. Holland said civil unions is the political language for same- sex marriage and he’d be happy to change it to avoid confusion. He said no matter where people stand on the issue of same sex, it is impor- tant to remain respect- ful. “It shows he has no tolerance for differ- ences of opinion, and somebody who has no respect or toler- ance for other people’s opinions has no place in politics,” said Mr. Holland. Mr. Reynolds said when people see the comments made by all of the candidates, they’ll make their own decisions. “I just think the Liberals are a little hypocritical trying to make an issue out of it,” said Mr. Reynolds. 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I can take this issue to Ottawa and work with my colleagues... I think we can bring them around,” he said. The three candidates also articulated their parties’ positions on tax cuts. “We need increased tax reduction and the Conservative Party is very pleased to offer in- creased tax reduction, starting with lowering the GST,” said Mr. Dobson. Mr. McTeague criticized the Conservative plan to lower the GST by one per cent imme- diately and then by an additional one per cent. He said low- and middle-income Canadians would have to spend a lot of money before they’d realize the same tax savings with that plan as they would with Liberal tax cuts. “We have a plan of targeted tax cuts that we would give and take effect immediately,” he said. “We chose to give money back to Canadi- ans who need it.” Mr. Dale said the NDP would use taxes to fund social programs such as affordable child care, as well, it would take the GST off essen- tials. “We’re not going to cut your taxes, but we’re not going to give corporations tax cuts either,” he said. Violence, accountability and electoral re- forms were also discussed. Also running are Chai Kalevar of the Ca- nadian Action Party and independent Pedro Gonsalves. The election is Monday, Jan. 23. ✦ Candidates from page 1 Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Liberal candidate Dan McTeague signals for a rebuttal as Conservative candidate Tim Dobson makes a point during a debate co-hosted by the News Advertiser Wednesday in Pickering. Candidates debate Pickering airport EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Let’s find a way Without us, there would be no way. It’s more than just a catchy slogan the United Way employs. Year after year, the United Way of Ajax-Pick- ering-Uxbridge provides hundreds of thousands of dollars to worthy agencies in the community that help our neighbours. The list is a long one, including Community Living Ajax, Pick- ering, Whitby, Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Pickering, and Distress Centre Durham. The incredible work these agencies do is what makes our society the caring one that it is. But the United Way’s fundraising campaign is falling short of its $1.9-million goal. As campaign chairman John Wiersma noted, donor fatigue may be a factor. In the last 12 months, Ajax and Pickering residents have responded generously to the Asian tsunami relief, Hurricane Katrina and the earthquake in Pakistan. We sometimes forget, however, there is need here as well, and more than we might think. Many of us are fortunate enough to have good health, a good job, a family that supports us in what we do. Others have mental or physical challenges, are looking or training for a job, or have no one to lean upon. We have thus far generously donated around $1.6 million to the United Way campaign, with a projected final total of $1.7 million. The United Way requires around $200,000 more to meet its goal and recently issued an urgent appeal to the public for assistance. “If we fall short, the agencies will be impacted,” Mr. Wiersma says. “The community has the capacity to do it. Is the will there?” The appeal reminds us of the Salvation Army kettle campaign in the GTA before Christmas, when the Sally Ann was warning it would fall far short of its fundraising target. The media atten- tion resulted in a flood of donations, including a remarkable response in Ajax and Pickering, where $180,000 was raised, including corporate and charitable donations. The initial goal was $110,000. We want to see the same thing happen with the United Way campaign. Let’s answer Mr. Wiersma’s question regarding the will of the community with a resounding ‘yes.’ Take up a collec- tion at work. Find just a bit that your family can donate. If we all provide a little, we can help the United Way achieve its target. A rocky regional transit ride To the editor: Re: ‘A long strange journey to Ajax,’ and ‘Regional chairman sets funding requests in motion,’ Jan. 8. Reporter Erin Hatfield should have gone that little bit fur- ther and tried to get to a location in Pickering, the west end of the new system. She’d have found out that: (1) all bus stops are not equal -- local buses stop here, GO buses there; and (2) Pickering buses don’t even give a tinker’s cuss that the train just pulled in, they pull out. Thanks to the GO bus driver who did stop for me at a local bus stop; no thanks to the Pickering buses for pulling away after our marathon run down the stairs, through the tunnel, up the other stairs, and out the door to see them regally, in no rush, pulling away from their bays without a backward glance for the travellers they were stranding. I also read that our ever “optimistic and hopeful” regional chairman “will follow up shortly with a request for actual dollars” from provincial and federal coffers. So, not only do we have an apparently ill-planned, integrated regional transit system, we have embarked on a system that’s evidently not even adequately funded. Could this be the reason transit users have been hit with a whopping 30-per cent co-fare increase? Angela M. Kirby Pickering 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. 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We decline announcements, poetry, open letters, consumer complaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the vol- ume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submis- sions have been chosen for publica- tion. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com Cramped quarters in old court building led to unexpected encounter T he justifications for a new court- house for Durham Region are numerous. If you’ve not been swayed by the statements by politicians expressing their jubilation over the announcement a new building will soon be erected in Oshawa, here’s a story for you. It occurred last fall, during jury se- lection in the case of Randulph Cudjoe, an Oshawa man charged with second- degree murder in the stabbing death of his 48-year-old wife, Janice, in the summer of 2004. Mr. Cudjoe was originally sched- uled to go to trial in October. The first order of business after his arraignment on the charges he faced was to pick a jury. Several hundred people were summoned to the old Superior Court building on Rossland Road, in groups of 150 or so. They were herded into a courtroom and, during breaks, left to mill about the cramped, aging build- ing. It was during one of these breaks that a juror who had been selected to serve on the panel went to the basement caf- eteria for a coffee. He was on his way back when an elevator door opened and there stood Mr. Cudjoe, hands cuffed and legs shackled, surrounded by court security as he was moved to a holding cell -- just down the hall from the cafeteria. The juror subsequently told others on the panel about what he’d seen. Lawyers on the case found out and alerted the judge, who called the juror in and questioned him; the result was a mistrial, a matter of cost and inconve- nience to numerous people. (Mr. Cudjoe was eventually tried be- fore a new jury and found guilty.) Court security staff take great care to make sure such incidents, which could lead to prejudice in the minds of jurors hearing cases, do not occur. But in Whitby, where on occasion jurors, witnesses and even accused people are sharing corridors and other space, accidents will happen. At this moment there are four crimi- nal trials occurring in the old building, all of them being heard by juries. It’s a logistical challenge, to say the least. Society expects and deserves swift and efficient justice for those accused of criminal acts. An adequate courthouse will go a long way toward helping that happen in Durham Region. Jeff Mitchell is a Metroland Durham Region Media Group reporter. E-mail jmitchell@durhamregion.com. 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To nominate an individual or organization please submit a nomination form t o: Ms. Lori Riviere Planning Department, Regional Municipality of Durham Box 623, 605 Rossland Rd. E. Whitby, Ontario, L1N 6A3 Phone: 905-668-7711 Fax: 905-666-6208 E-mail: deac@region.durham.on.c a Nomination forms are available at www.region.durham.on.ca or by contacting the above. Calling All Guys ‘n’ Gals for a “Doo-Woppin’” Musical Hit coming to the stage at Whitby Courthouse Theatre! “Leader of the Pack” Audition Dates: January 16 and 18 at 7:00 pm Centennial Building, 416 Centre Street South Performances: April 20 - 22, 27 - 29 & May 4 - 6 Audition Requirements: The show is fi lled with “Rock! & Pop” music of the 1960’s and stylized choreography, so please have ready a music score of your selected song (accomp. provided) and dress comfortably as there will be a light dance audition. Contact: Peter Bocking @ 905-666-2826 or auditions@whitbytheatre.org Covering the Pickering news scene dmilley@durhamregion.comREPORTER DANIELLE MILLEYNEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-5110 PICKERING — The Pick- ering Recreation Complex is throwing up its doors for its annual open house Saturday, Jan. 14. Starting at 10 a.m. the community is invited to drop in for several free activities and events, including a mini hands-on fitness equipment orientation, a tour, the un- veiling of the new BASSIC training program by Mike Slean and Team 12, and nu- tritionist Brenda Furman’s fat flush program. The complex doesn’t just offer fitness programs -- there are programs for the whole family, including arts or special interest activities. At the open house children will be kept busy making crafts, testing their stick-han- dling skills or learning a new skill from a member of the camp staff. Teens are invited to check out some of the free teen events the City of Pick- ering offers. There will also be pre-school programs for children up to five years old. The City is holding a Family Fit Challenge with a focus on fun; families can play games as they take a step toward im- proving their health. People can sample the program at the mini obstacle course. As well, the City kicks off the second year of its Fat Off program at the open house. Dr. Peter Lin, former medical director at the University of To ronto’s Health and Well- ness Centre at Scarborough campus, will be on hand to launch Fat Off: Move To- wards a Healthier Lifestyle. It is a region-wide program that uses basic principles of moving more and eating the right foods to achieve and maintain a healthy body composition. The program includes weekly consulta- tions with a fitness profes- sional, equipment orienta- tion, and workshops with a nutritionist and personal trainer. For more information, call 905-683-6582. The complex is at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. Pickering Recreation Complex throws open its doors By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM — The United Way has issued an “urgent appeal” to the public be- cause the organization is $200,000 short of its fund- raising goal. The target is $1.9 million, but John Wiersma, the 2005 fundraising campaign chair- man for the Ajax-Pickering- Uxbridge United Way, says help is needed to get there. “We’ve got to the end of January to close it off and we’re forecasting $1.7 mil- lion,” he says. “So, we’re running short of time and we’re appealing to the community to help us clear that gap. The main message I’d like to leave is to make an urgent appeal to meet the target. We’ll do our best to close the gap.” Unless the gap is closed, United Way funding to more than 40 agencies could be affected, he notes. Mr. Wiersma says not reaching the goal is “disappointing because I believe the community has the capac- ity to do it. It’s not that far short and I think it can be done. It’s just a matter of mak- ing the commu- nity aware of the needs.” He points to the extraor- dinary year 2005 was in terms of natural disasters as factors in the shortfall. “There are a number of things that contributed, a lot of external things. The tsu- nami, (Hurricane) Katrina and the Pakistan earth- quake,” Mr. Wiersma says. Locally, the United Way was also competing for dol- lars with the fund- raising campaign held by the Rouge Va lley Ajax and Pickering hospi- tal. “It’s been a kind of a tough year. We’re hoping to get close to the target. So many agencies depend on it. If we fall short, the agencies will be impacted,” Mr. Wiersma states. “The community has the capacity to do it. Is the will there?” Last year, the United Way’s target was $1.7 mil- lion. “The needs are growing, that’s why the target is 16.5 per cent higher than last year. If it was just to inflation plus, it just doesn’t keep up to the community’s needs,” he says. “We’re aiming for more so we could meet the needs. “I’m still hopeful. We knew it would be a stretch, the target. When we first looked at it, we were keen- ly aware of the impact of growth, particularly in Ajax. There’s an impact of that growth on the social net- work,” Mr. Wiersma says. Donations can be mailed to the Ajax-Pickering-Ux- bridge United Way, 230 We stney Rd. S., Suite 303, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7J5. United Way asks Pickering for help in making goal John Wiersma By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — A step to- wards securing clean drink- ing water for Ontarians was taken last month with the introduction of the provin- cial Clean Water Act. What the changes would mean for Durham Region water sources is still up for review. The proposed act aims to deliver safe drinking water through legislation that would protect drinking water sources such as rivers, lakes, streams and groundwater. If passed in the legislature, the act will enable communities to identify potential risks to drinking water and take the necessary steps to reduce or eliminate the risk. It also would empower local au- thorities to take preventive measures before a threat to water causes harm. Conservation authorities would co-ordinate planning across watersheds by sup- porting local municipalities, gathering information, as- sessing and ranking threats, consulting, and integrating municipal strategies into larger watershed plans. “We are glad the legislation is finally out,” said Gayle Soo Chan, director of groundwa- ter resources for the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority. “We have been waiting a long time for it and we are encouraged by it.” But as far as any official comments on the impact it will have in Durham Region, Ms. Soo Chan explained there is much detail to be reviewed in the legislation before comments can be made. “We will be going through it with a fine-toothed comb with our partners,” Ms. Soo Chan said. Durham Region is covered partially by three source pro- tection regions: The Lake Simcoe Region group, the Trent Coalition group and the CTC, made up of the Credit River Conservation Authority, Toronto and Re- gion Conservation Author- ity and Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority. The CTC Region is cur- rently reviewing the legisla- tion, including the draft reg- ulations released this week and Ms. Soo Chan said it will likely take one month for that process to be com- pleted. Ontario Environment Minister Laurel Broten in- troduced the legislation Dec. 5. “It is ground-breaking leg- islation that safeguards the health of Ontario families by protecting the natural sourc- es of drinking water across watersheds,” said Anne O’Hagan, a spokeswoman for the minister. A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com The first goal is having fun. In Timbits Hockey, having fun and making friends are all part of the drill. 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SKU: 10061200 CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers: We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our flyer dated: January 6-12. Product: iriver 1GB MP3/WMA Player. This product does not feature an FM tuner as advertised on p. 6 of our January 6th flyer. SKU: 10065552 Eugenia Ryabinina Ticket Information: www.odso.ca F o r t i c k e t s c a l l 9 0 5 -5 7 9 -6 7 11For tickets call 905-579-6711 M a r c o P a r i s o t t oMarco Parisotto C o n d u c t o rConductor OSHAWA DURHAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "MYSTICAL SOUNDS" Saturday, Jan. 21, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church 300 Rossland Road East •Anton Bruckner's Seventh symphony • Russian teen wonder Eugenia Ryabinina plays Mendelssohn's sprightly Violin concerto DURHAM — If becoming more in- volved in the community is a New Year’s resolution, the Distress Centre of Dur- ham can help. The organization is looking for volun- teers to help with its 24-hour help lines. A two-part training workshop is being held Sundays, Feb. 19 and 26. There will be training in communication and active listening, grief and bereavement, crisis and suicide risk assessment, interven- tion and prevention techniques. Training is limited and the registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 3. Call 905-723-4461. Train some time on helping a person in d istress FRIDAY, JAN. 13 EUCHRE: The Rouge Hill Seniors play every Friday at 6:45 p.m. at Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd. SATURDAY, JAN. 14 PICKERING NATURALISTS: The group is holding a bird feeder tour. Participants meet at 8:30 a.m. in the southwest corner of the Pickering GO parking lot. Carpools to be arranged. Bring binoculars, bird books and coffee. Tour is to visit homes with bird feeders in urban areas first and then head north along rural roads. There will be many stops. Call Doug 905-666- 3897. DANCE: The One Parent Families Association holds its monthly fundraising dance on the second Saturday of each month at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering. Tickets are $14 and a dress code is in effect. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and a cold buffet and disc jockey will be featured. MONDAY, JAN. 16 PARKINSON: The CarePartners support group of the Durham Region Chapter of the Parkinson Society of Canada meets at 7 p.m. at 716 Tulip Crt., Oshawa. Call 1-866-264-3345. TUESDAY, JAN. 17 DEBATE: Candidates from the Pickering-Scar- borough East riding square off at University of Toronto at Scarborough campus in a debate hosted by the Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU). Takes place at 7 p.m. in the meeting place. Call Rob Wulkan at 416-287-7615. AJAX FRIENDSHIP CLUB: The Ajax Senior Citizens’ Friendship Club meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrews Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., for its Tuesday morning discus- sion group. This week former Ajax mayor Bill Parish discusses the platform and policies of the federal and provincial parties. Visitors welcome. Call Louise at 905-683-7799 or Shirley at 905-428-8711. PICKERING POWERHOUSE TOASTMASTERS: The group meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central branch, 1 The Esplanade. Anyone interested in work- ing on interviewing, public speaking, presentation, and listening skills is welcome. Call 905-509-6769 or 905- 837-9478. LUNCH AND LEARN: The YMCA Youth Foyer, Dur- ham Employment Services, holds a Lunch and Learn: Discovering the Hidden Job Market from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how to make contact with employers who haven’t advertised a vacancy. Free pizza lunch pro- vided. It’s at 1550 Kingston Rd., Suite 7, Pickering. Call 905-686-7060 to reserve a space. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 18 SENIORS’ DROP IN: Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Dr. in Ajax, invites those 50 years or older to the Eagles Nest Drop In at 9:30 a.m. Activi- ties include shuffleboard and table games or just relax and visit with friends old and new. Refreshments will be served. Call Jack Mackie at 905-686-5647 or Bob Mc- Donald at 905-665-7726. Runs every other Wednesday. JOB INTERVIEWS: The YMCA Youth Foyer, Durham Employment Services, holds a workshop on mock in- terviews from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Participants learn about the interview process and receive feedback. Each par- ticipant is given an individual appointment time. It’s at 1550 Kingston Rd., Suite 7, Pickering. Call 905-686-7060 to reserve a space and to make an appointment. HEAD INJURY ASSOCIATION: The Head Injury Asso- ciation of Durham Region, Connections: Ajax-Pickering group meets from 1 to 3 p.m. for cards, games and conversation in the Games’ Room of the Ajax Commu- nity Centre, 75 Centennial Rd., Ajax. Call 905-723-2732. HEAD INJURY: The Head Injury Association of Dur- ham Region holds a meeting for brain-injured survivors and family members and caregivers at 7:30 p.m. It’s at Personal Attendant Care Inc., 1650 Dundas St. E., Suite 200 (second floor), Whitby. For transportation assis- tance, call 905-723-2732 or 1-866-354-4464. NUTRITION PROGRAM: Girls Inc. sponsors Food ‘4’ Thought drop-in program for pregnant women and new mothers under 26. Provides advice, fresh fruits and vegetables, and prenatal vitamins to enhance ma- ternal and fetal health. Takes place every Wednesday at The Youth Centre, 360 Bayly St. in Ajax, from 2 to 5 p.m. Call 905-428-8111. THURSDAY, JAN. 19 POTLUCK: Everyone is welcome to attend a pot luck lunch with the Rouge Hill Seniors at noon at the Pet- ticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering. FRIDAY, JAN. 20 EUCHRE: The Rouge Hill Seniors play every Friday at 6:45 p.m. at Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd. 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 evenings). JOB RIGHTS: The YMCA Youth Foyer, Durham Em- ployment Services, holds a workshop, Your Rights on the Job, from 2 to 3 p.m. It’s a chance to learn about rights, such as minimum wage, breaks and lunch, discrimination and sexual harassment. Relevant legislation will be discussed and participants will learn where to go for more information. It’s at 1550 Kingston Rd., Suite 7, Pickering. Call 905-686-7060 to reserve a space. To have your item placed in the Billboard, e-mail details to news editor Mike Ruta at mruta@durhamregion.com. A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com Fund Raising Dance January 14, 2006 The One Parent Families Assoc. 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It provides a safe, friend- ly environment where women can obtain advice from health-care provid- ers and other moms, get materials on health and wellness, and receive fresh fruit and vegetables, milk and prenatal vitamins. The goal is to enhance maternal and fetal health by reducing the risks for pregnant women who may have food issues. Women may come to a site any time during their pregnancy and continue to receive support until their infants are six months of age. The program focuses on nutrition so as to reduce the incidence of low birth weight, increase the num- ber of breastfeeding moth- ers, provide linkages to other community services, and improve the health and well-being of moms. Food ‘4’ Thought is a Canada Prenatal Nutri- tion Project funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. The Youth Centre is at 360 Bayly St. W, Unit 5, in Ajax. For more informa- tion, call 905-428-8111. 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Imagination earns Ajax girl a free ride A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com SATURDAY & SUNDAY JAN. 14 & 15, 2-4 P.M. 27 DARLEY, AJAX John Boddy Springview. This great home backs onto greenspace. 3 bedrooms, 2nd floor library, can be converted to 4th bedroom. Large eat-in kitchen, main floor family room, walkout from kitchen to large interlock patio. Must be seen.$429,000Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker JOHNBODDYDEBBIE DIXON* 905-428-7677 BILL PAPIZZO* 905-428-7677 VIEW ON-LINE AT....VIEW ON-LINE AT.... Opportunity is knocking, so open the door to these beautiful area homes this weekend!Opportunity is knocking, so open the door to these beautiful area homes this weekend! TRIDEL CASITAS BUNGALOW Immaculate 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo townhome. Eat-in kitchen, L-shaped living/dining room. Upgraded kitchen cupboards with ceramic floors, 5 appliances, neutral decor. No stairs, walk to Pickering Town Centre, library, rec centre, easy access to 401/407 and GO Train. Call J. Stan Clegg Broker at 416-281-2300 or 905-420-9553 Guild Manor Realty Limited ASKING ONLY $209,900 SAT. & SUN., JAN. 14 & 15, 12-5 P.M. 825-1400 THE ESPLANADE DAVIS KUKSIS* 416 281-2200 CASE REALTY BROKER SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 1-3 P.M. 195 RAVENSCROFT RD., AJAX Wonderful starter home. Hardwood, interlock walkway, appliances, window coverings, finished basement and central air. Move-in condition. 100% Financing available through agent.$234,900 OUT THESE OPEN HOUSES 602 Sultana Sq., PICKERING ............ Sat. 2-4:30 ❑ & ................................... Sun. 2-4:30 ❑ 1597 Alwin Circle, Brock Rd. & Hwy. 2 .... Sat. 2-4 ❑ 73 Bowles, Church & Delaney ............. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 27 Darley, AJAX ............................... Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ....................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 928 Mountcastle, Fairport/Finch .......... Sun. 1-3 ❑ 65 Emperor, AJAX ............................ Sun. 1-4 ❑ 825-1400 The Esplanade, PICKERING ... Sat. 12-5 ❑ & ...................................... Sun. 12-5 ❑ 2122 Theoden Ct., PICKERING .............. Sat. 2-4 ❑ 37 Hoile Dr., AJAX .......................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 46 Rotherglen Rd. N., AJAX ................ Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ....................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 195 Ravenscroft, AJAX ...................... Sun. 1-3 ❑ 4 Glynn Rd., AJAX ........................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1643 Alwin Circle, PICKERING ............. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 258 Senator St., PICKERING ............... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1056 Rambleberry, AJAX ................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ ✓ NANCY YAMASAKI* 416-281-2200 WHITES/STROUDS/FOX HOLLOW. Sparkling 3 bdrm. + 2 baths. Super upgraded from top to bottom. New roof, kitchen, fabulous entertainment rec rm. (2004) w/ sep. entrance and large fully fenced yard. Plus ++ much more... Ideal starter home! $248,800. SAT. & SUN. JAN. 14 & 15, 2-4:30 P.M. 602 SULTANA SQ., PICKERING Case Realty SAT. JAN. 14, 2-4 P.M. 2122 THEODEN CT., PICKERING Brock Rd./Major Oaks. Stunning detached 4 bdrm. Bright, sunny brick home on a quiet cul-de-sac! Amazing $40K basement reno with built-in oak bar, gas fp., high ceilings, pot lights and 2-pc. ensuite! Private fenced backyard backs onto park has a 25x24’ deck! Double car garage! 4 car parking! Beautiful 4” pine fl oors on main level! Newly painted (2005)! Designer colours! Roof (2004)! New broadloom (2005)! Just move in! See you there! $279, 9 0 0 HALLMARK Realty Ltd. www.harveyzuckerman.com HARVEY ZUCKERMAN DIRECT 416-451-3028 or OFFICE: 416-699-9292 SONIA SAMPSON* 905-427-6522 LAKESIDE COMMUNITY Not just a home but a lifestyle! Quality built home located near the lake and conservation area. This 3 bedroom home offers over 1800 SQ. FT. of living space, large family-size kitchen adjoining the casual great room with gas fi replace, living and dining area, master has 4-pc. ensuite with Jacuzzi. Many upgrades. Near 401, shopping, schools and transportation. SUN. JAN. 15, 2-4 P.M. 37 HOILE DRIVE, AJAX $309, 9 0 0 Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated PAUL ST. AUBIN* 905-831-3300 NORTH AJAX 3+1 bedroom Family room on main fl oor Two car garage Finished basement FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker SAT. & SUN. JAN. 14 & 15, 2-4 P.M. 46 ROTHERGLEN RD. N., AJAX For a virtual tour: http://www. virtualproperties.ca/g6021 $299, 5 00 MICHELLE FRASER* 905-683-1790 BRING THE IN-LAWS Immaculate 4+1 bedroom, 3 bath home - perfect for the extended family or income potential. Family- size eat-in kitchen with walkout to private yard. Large living/dining room. Spacious bedrooms. Finished 1 bdrm. basement apartment! We’ll see you Sunday! www.michellefraser.com SUN. JAN. 15, 2-4 P.M. 1643 ALWIN CIRCLE, PICKERING Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated $249,900 BILL McLEAN* 905-686-3330 905-831-3300 JUST LISTED!! John Boddy’s popular Evergreen model. Spacious home with large formal living and dining room as well as a cozy family room with cathedral ceiling and fi replace. Eat-in kitchen with a walkout to an entertainer’s deck overlooking a private yard with a pond. Call Bill McLean at 905-686-3330.FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker SUN. JAN. 15, 2-4 P.M. 1056 RAMBLEBERRY, AJAX www.sellingwithbill.com $329, 9 0 0$219,9991597 ALWIN CIRCLE (Brock Rd. & Hwy 2) SAT., JAN. 14, 2-4 P.M. A GEM!! Amazing! Freehold end unit! Like a semi! Pride of ownership! Drive fits 4 cars! 3 bdrms.! 3 renovated baths! Lots of upgrades! New windows & doors! Eat-in kit.! 5 appls.! Alarm! CAC! Potlights! Fabulous rec rm. with wet bar & woodstove! W/O to yard, deck & more! Backs onto park! To view call Donna Baglieri 416-708-9812. DONNA BAGLIERI* 416 708-9812 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. 73 BOWLES DRIVE (Church & Delaney) SUN., JAN. 15 2-4 P.M. EXQUISITE “JOHN BODDY” Prestigious Pickering Village! “Castlemere”! 2,680 sq. ft.! Prem. lot! Spectacular open concept! Huge inviting foyer! Upgrades galore! 4 spacious bedrooms! Sitting room/library! 3 baths! Bright upgraded kit.! Appls.! Pantry! Breakfast area! Skylight! CAC! Gas stone fireplace! Ceramics! Hdwd.! Beautifully landscaped! Private yard & great deck too! A TRUE SHOWPIECE! To view call Donna Baglieri 416-708-9812.$447,900JIM MCBURNEY* 416 286-3993 JAN. 15, 1-3 P.M. 928 MOUNTCASTLE CRES., PICKERING (Fairport & Finch) STUNNING JOHN BODDY HOME $305,900!!!!! Detached 2 storey, 3 bedroom, 4 washrooms, professional finished basement, separate family room with fireplace, hardwood flooring. A MUST SEE!!!!!! Call Jim McBurney 416-286-3993. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. AVTAR JAMMU* 905 427-1400 SUN., JANUARY 15, 1 TO 4 PM 65 EMPEROR ST., AJAX (Salem & Bayly) Spectacular Semi Bungalow only $229,900, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Separate entrance to finished basement, great income potential, large deck with hot tub in private back yard, hardwood flooring, 6 appliances included. Call Avtar Jammu 905-427-1400 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. KARIN OLAND* 905-686-5153 SUNDAY JANUARY 15, 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. 4 GLYNN RD, AJAX $214,900 This 3 bdrm. impeccably maintained one owner home features gleaming hrdwd. flrs., large din. rm., mstr. bdrm on main level, new front & back door, laundry room on main level. Updated bathroom, new high efficiency furnace, C/A, front porch. Incl. 4 appliances, light fixtures and window coverings. Flexible closing. Dir: Harwood & Glynn Rd. classic realty inc. DAVE STOKES* 416-286-3993 905-839-7449 SUNDAY JANUARY 15, 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. 258 SENATOR ST., PICKERING Altona/Sheppard * 4 bedrooms * Fully finished bsmt. * Hardwood floors * Freshly painted * Over 3,000 sq. ft. finished * M/F family room with F/P Call David for more info visit www.davidstokes.ca ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 PAGE 19 A/P ByBy AppointmentAppointment OnlyOnly To Advertise in This FeatureTo Advertise in This Feature Call Your Real EstateCall Your Real Estate Advertising ConsultantAdvertising Consultant Today!Today! 905-683-5110 or905-683-5110 or 905-579-4404905-579-4404 STACY KEARLEY* SCUGOG REALTY LTD UXBRIDGE 905-852-6143 SAT., JAN. 14th, 1-3 PM 1791 TRACK ST., CLAREMONT Located on a quiet no exit street this gem has been renovated top to bottom inside and out...Beautiful mature property -- immediate possession if desired. It’s definitely worth a look if you’re wanting something a little more special than ordinary!!! Directions: Brock Road to Claremont to Old Brock Road and just follow the open house signs. $314, 9 0 0 STEVE BARTLEY* 416-281-2200 Shows to perfection, 4 bdrms., 3 4-pc. baths, Jacuzzi in ensuite, 3 gas fi replaces, huge open concept oak kitchen with pantry, built- in appliances with Jenn-Air gas range. Strip oak fl rs. with upgraded trim, 9 ft. ceiling in fi n. bsmt., approx. 12 ft. bar, french door w/o to patio, high-effi ciency furnace with cent. air exchanger, lge. 4 car garage & workshop w/ power, huge hay and horse barn. Too many upgrades to list. Call: 416-281-2200 and ask for STEVE BARTLEY. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY POWER SALE! 119 ACRES ONLY $595,000 Case Realty119 ACRESP O W E R S A L E One-of-a-kind beauty backing onto Ravine in one of Whitby’s finest townhouse complexes! Absolutely stunning condo townhouse with extensive renovations including redesigned open concept kitchen overlooking dining room, with granite countertops, pot lights & top- of-the-line built-in appliances. Main floor laundry with 3pc, hardwood & ceramic flooring, 3 bedrooms & finished basement. The list goes on! Asking: $209,900. Call Valerie Smith* 905-686-5153 or visit www.valeriesmith.ca RAVINE! RAVINE! RAVINE! VALERIE SMITH* 1-866-430-9900 Group Classic Realty Inc. Great opportunity for first time buyer or empty nester for this 2 bedroom condo located in desirable Ajax location, close to lake, transportation & shopping. This lovely & spotlessly clean unit offers 2 bedrooms, 2-4pc baths, galley kitchen with ensuite laundry & walkout to private terrace. This unit has 3 parking spots! Decorated in neutral tones & affordably priced at $159,900. Call Valerie today at 905-686-5153 or visit www.valeriesmith.ca OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! LUCY BATESON** 905- 619-9500 LARGE BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS, FAMILY ROOM SPECIAL TOUCHES, WALKOUT APARTMENT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE, UPGRADES Lovely, tastefully decorated. Modern garden doors to large deck. Hollywood kitchen, eat-in w/pantry & bright breakfast area. Separate dining room w/ French doors. Gas FP, cent/air, gas BBQ, 8 appliances. Windows & furnace 2002, roof 2004, fully fenced garden w/gate/ Worth a look. Call Lucy 905-683-5311 & 905-619-9500 for further information. Group Heritage Realty Inc.$299,000LAURA O’BRIEN* 1-800 663-7119 APPOINTMENT ONLY 57 OAK Country living just north of the city! Warm & charming 3 bdrm. bungalow has eat-in kit., reno’d bath & large workshop w/hydro. HUGE lot - 66x200 ft.!! Close to 400 & 404, water access & snowmobile trails. Only $237,500! Call LAURA O’BRIEN at 1-800-663- 7119 for private showing. Email: lobrien@trebnet.com. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — Dr. Deva Nicholas is a rare breed. The physician is one of five hos- pitalists at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. She joined the relatively new program in June. It was started three years ago to look after those patients who didn’t have a family physician, either because of the shortage in the area or because many family physicians don’t have time to hold hospital privileges too. Being a hospitalist is a switch for family physicians who are used to having their own practice and set- ting their own hours. As an employ- ee of the Ajax and Pickering hospi- tal, Dr. Nicholas works Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is on call one weekend in six and one evening a week. “When I had my practice I could work any hours I wanted,” she said. Dr. Nicholas had a practice in Scarborough for nearly four years before moving on to her current challenge. The other doctors in her practice were thinking of retiring so she thought it was time for a change. “I wasn’t even familiar with what the program was. The job opportu- nity presented itself and it sounded interesting so I applied,” she said. It’s been a steep learning curve stepping into the different environ- ment, said Dr. Nicholas, explaining the basic knowledge is there as a physician, but outpatient care is not as acute as inpatient. Although the environment is dif- ferent, she enjoys it. “There is job satisfaction in that you make the patient well and pro- vide support to (their) family,” Dr. Nicholas said. “It’s easier on the pa- tient and family that they have a specific person they can turn to.” The hospitalists deal with “any- thing and everything,” including pneumonia, stroke, heart attacks, palliative care for cancer and many other illnesses. One hospitalist assists in the op- erating room while the other four cover the medical wards. “I do enjoy this type of medical management because it is interest- ing, challenging,” she said. “So far it’s good. I’ve learned a lot. I’ve learned a massive amount of information in a short time.” Growing up in Africa, Dr. Nicho- las knew from a young age that she wanted to be a doctor. “I was interested in (the human mind and body) from childhood so it seemed the logical course of ac- tion,” she said. She graduated from medical school in South Africa in 1992 and moved to Saskatchewan in 1995 be- fore relocating to Scarborough in July 2000. Dr. Nicholas is not the only new face in Ajax. Internist Dr. Jega Push- papalan relocated from Nova Scotia and began at the hospital in Octo- ber. “I wanted to move to a bigger city, but I chose Ajax because of the type of practice,” he said. “It was one of the best places when I looked around. It’s a small hospital.” He likes to follow his patients’ progress, which he said he can do at a community hospital. As a general internist, Dr. Push- papalan treats adult patients with a range of medical conditions, most commonly cardiac problems, in- cluding heart attacks, circulatory is- sues and chest pains. He looks at a patient’s overall health. “Most of the time I find people only look at the one problem, for example the heart, but the heart doesn’t work alone,” he said. He sees between 10 to 15 patients a day with a range of difficulties, which allows him to expand his knowledge and skills. Dr. Pushpapalan said his time at Ajax so far has been great. He said both the people he works with and the patients are good. “The staff is very friendly and my colleagues are extremely good,” he said. “It all depends on your staff and volunteers that make it a good place.” Dr. Pushpapalan plans to stick around for a while. He and his wife are looking for a house in Ajax to live with their three children. He also plans to open up a practice some- time in the new year. New doctors like community atmosphere at Ajax hospital Danielle Milley/ News Advertiser photo Nurse Trish Malloy, left, consults with Dr. Deva Nicholas, a hospitalist at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Dr. Nicholas has been with the hospital since June. P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com Over 1,400 folks have chosen a whole new way of living by moving to Wilmot Creek. This gated village situated along 2 kilometres of picturesque Lake Ontario shoreline is just 35 minutes east of Toronto; it’s a great place to live and a great place to play. At Wilmot Creek you’ll find a community-wide system of recreational facilities that includes our 28,000 square foot recreation centre, it’s crammed full of entertaining activities. You can also swim, play tennis or tee it up at our own executive 9-hole golf course. Our adult lifestyle land lease community features many styles of high quality, low maintenance bungalows. 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FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION MMember ofMember ofMember of Just one more way to get your community news. newsdurhamregion.com By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Chai Kalevar and the Canadian Action Party have four issues they want to address in this federal elec- tion. Mr. Kalevar is the CAP candidate in Pickering-Scarborough East. He said the main issue of concern is Canada’s inde- pendence. “The first issue we are concerned about is Canadian sovereignty. I think we are losing it... We think we’re on a slippery slope to becoming America’s 51st state,” he said. Mr. Kalevar cited the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) as a frus- tration for Canada, citing as an example the issues around softwood lumber. “We have to cancel NAFTA, get out of it,” he said. The CAP was founded in 1997 by former Liberal cabinet minister Paul Hellyer. Mr. Kalevar knows the party isn’t going to form a government any time soon; it is here and he is running to raise the four issues that are part of it’s vision, including problems with NAFTA and sovereignty. “If I get elected there would be a voice in the House to raise the issue,” he said. Another area of concern is civil rights. “We don’t like the fact that under the so-called war on terror there is now a war on citizens,” Mr. Kalevar said. “There are many Canadians who have been in jail for two or more years without any charges.” He said the way to address this issue would be to challenge some of the secu- rity legislation that has come after Sept. 11. The CAP is also looking for monetary reforms. Mr. Kalevar said municipalities and school boards are borrowing money to pay for roads or schools. “All of those things can be funded through the Bank of Canada,” he said. The CAP is advocating that the Bank of Canada lend money to public institu- tions at a lower rate to help fund much- needed infrastructure projects. CAP is also pushing for electoral reform. Mr. Ka- levar said it favours a change to a mixed proportional representation system, as opposed to the current system. “First-past-the-post is good for horse races, but not good for a democratic society,” Mr. Kalevar said. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Chai Kalevar says he has a long history of environmental initiatives, including his oppo- sition years ago to the building of the Pickering nuclear plant. Kalevar wants to bring Action to Ottawa durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 PAGE 21 P Focus needed for reducing cost of health-care delivery The Green Party has always supported a universal, publicly funded health-care system. While there may be a role for services outside the scope of essential services with private de- livery, this role is limited. I do not believe in the creation of a two-tier health-care system with one system for the rich and one for the poor. We need to focus on reducing the cost of health care by implementing an extensive preventive care system that attempts to improve health, not just health care. JEFF BROWNRIDGE Green Party Conservatives support sixth principle to act: Dobson Private medical care should be limited to facilities and services that are available to all and which are fully funded by the public system. Under a Conser- vative government, there will be no private, parallel system and the Conservative Party supports adding a sixth principle to the Canada Health Act to provide stable and transparent federal funding. Unfortunate- ly, since the Liberals took power in 1993 the average waiting time for treatment has almost doubled, to 18 weeks. A Conservative government will work with the provinces to develop a Patient Wait Times Guar- antee to ensure all Canadians receive essential treat- ment within clinically acceptable waiting times. Dale believes there’s a limited role for private sector There is always a role for the private sector in health care. However, medically necessary services are most efficiently and effectively delivered by the pub- lic and not-for-profit sectors. The issue is not one of funding but rather methods of payment. Currently many Canadians carry supplemental health insur- ance through their employment while many others get additional coverage through a hodge-podge of programs from all three levels of government. Low-income working families often get left behind, however. Making all medically necessary services available through a single-payer system will make them more efficient, affordable and equitable. McTeague says Liberals will uphold Canada Health Act A Liberal government will uphold the Canada Health Act and protect a national, universal, health- care system to meet the needs of Canadians no matter where they live, and no matter their income. The Liberal government and First Ministers signed a 10-Year Plan to Strengthen Health Care. This un- precedented agreement will provide a sustainable, high-quality health-care system to serve Canadians into the future. We committed $41.3 billion over 10 years to support this plan -- fully meeting the fi- nancial recommendations in the Romanow Report. This plan also responds to demands for shorter waiting times and a more patient-focused system. Is there a role for private medical care in Canada’s health system? If not, how would you adequately fund the existing system? GARY DALE NDP TIM DOBSON Conservative DAN McTEAGUE Liberal Pickering-Scarborough East Riding votes Jan. 23 20061! WITHTHECANDIDATES We’ve asked the Pickering-Scarborough East Riding candidates a number of questions submitted by readers. Today we print the final question and candidate answers. Health care From the NDP website at www. ndp.ca: Canadians want quality, reliable health care for everyone — not just those who can afford to buy it. That’s why the NDP created public medicare in this country. The Liberals have shown no lead- ership on drug costs or on alterna- tives to costly hospital care. And after 12 years of Liberal govern- ment, people are still waiting for the long-term care plan seniors deserve after a lifetime of building Canada. Liberals say heath care’s a priori- ty, but wait times nearly doubled on their watch. Liberal majority gov- ernments cut billions from health transfers — and privatization crept into the void they created, some- times with Liberal help. With more NDP MPs, new invest- ment is reversing Liberal cuts — but where’s the leadership to back it up? This fall, Paul Martin flatly re- fused to adopt NDP proposals to protect public health care from US- style privatization. Enough is enough. With each Question and Answer with candidates we’re printing a different party’s take on a key issue of the election campaign. We asked in Ajax: Is there a role for private medical care in Canada’s health system? If not, how should the government adequately fund the existing system? Asked at the Ajax Community Centre ‘I think we pay enough tax, so I don’t think we need to pay more. Government waste can be cleaned up.’ ‘Yes, I think they need to provide better incentives for our specialists and doctors to be more competitive.’ ‘Yes, because wait times are too long for things like MRIs and CAT scans.’ ‘No, I think everyone is entitled to the same health care.’ Joe Hawkins Rob Thomson Carolyn MacPhersonRon Leyden P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com Is there a role for private medical care in Canada’s health system? If not, how would you adequately fund the system? 20061! WITHTHECANDIDATES We’ve asked the Ajax-Pickering Riding candidates a number of questions submitted by readers. Today we print the final question and candidate answers. Ajax-Pickering Riding votes Jan. 23 Holland ‘strongly’ supports public health system I believe strongly in the universal public health-care system and the Canada Health Act. I oppose a two-tier system in which treatment is based on ability to pay rather than medical need. Although the day-to-day operation of the health-care system is a provincial responsibility, the federal government provides substantial funding, which is now at its highest level ever. The September 2004 federal-provincial agreement provides an addi- tional $41.2 billion in federal funding over 10 years for priorities, of which the key one is reducing waiting times for treatment, especially for cancer, heart, diagnostic imaging, joint replace- ments, and sight restoration. MARK HOLLAND Liberal ‘Credit-card health care’ poses real threat: Modeste The NDP opposes a for-profit approach. The dangers of credit-card health care extend beyond the social consequences and pose a real threat to our economic vitality. Public health care accounts for a significant portion of Canada’s overall labour cost advantage and is a key element in maintaining and attract- ing investment. We can ensure health dollars are best used by implementing rules to prevent public money from subsidizing private clinics, establishing a process to track how public dollars are spent, and by reducing the price of drugs through common sense measures like bulk buying. Finally, we can take measures to actually enforce the Canada Health Act. KEVIN MODESTE NDP Korus wants waste cut from sufficiently funded system The phrasing of this question is interesting, in that it im- plies that the existing health-care system is not adequately funded. I don’t believe this to be the case. I believe that the Canadian health-care system does have sufficient funding, but that the problem is far too much waste and ineffi- ciency, which invariably causes health care and services to suffer. We are taxed at very high rates and our health-care system is clearly lacking. The solution is to neither pay more money nor cut services, but rather to simply operate with less waste and greater efficiency.RUSSELL KORUS Green Party Private health care already a reality, says Thomas We already have private medical care right here in Ajax and Pickering, such as the many nursing homes and vari- ous specialty clinics. The issue is not who owns the bricks and mortar. The issue is will the care provider accept our health card at the fee schedule agreed to for payment and as long as that is the case then the first step to improved health care is in place. The second is to restore the mas- sive cuts to transfer payments that the Martin Liberals im- posed since 1994, which starved the system of operating funds, technology funds and new medical practitioners. RONDO THOMAS Conservative durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 PAGE 23 P on a huge selection of men’s, women’s & kids’ clearance-priced fashions (including designer brands), intimates, sleepwear, accessories and hosiery Off our last ticketed prices. Excludes Olympic apparel. 40%ff kids’ sweaters, Arctic fleece and kids’ and infants outerwear SAVE AN EXTRA 25%FASHIONCLEARANCE! STOREWIDE CLEARANCE ON NOW UP TO 75%ff 30%ff •women’s, men’s and kids’ athletic shoes •men’s dress & casual shoes *10% offer exclusions: Olympic merchandise,Bleu Bar,cosmetics & fragrances,Gucci watches,electronics,music,video & gaming,software,computers,major appliances,mattresses,just-reduced items and licensed departments.Other exclusions may apply.See in-store for details. 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One gift card per transaction. 50%ff women’s selected shoes by TOGO™&MANTLES™ 25%ff watches by SIERRA, MUDD, GLOBAL MIND & OUTLINE® 45%ff women’s boxed bras and briefs by WARNERS &WONDERBRA Redeemable on your next jewellery orwatch purchase of $40 or more (beforetaxes) at the Bay. Valid Mon., Dec.19th 2005 to Sat., Jan. 28th 2006 only.Limit one card per transaction. $10 Bay Savings Card By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Pedro Gonsalves is trying to inject some humour into the 2006 federal election campaign, but the Pickering-Scarborough East candidate also has some serious ideas he wants to share. Mr. Gonsalves threw his name into the race and decided to run as an indepen- dent because he said this is the second federal election in 18 months and he hasn’t heard many innovative ideas. “We’re heading towards what looks like another minority government and another election in six months,” he said. “None of the political parties have shown any vision.” He said they’re all talking about “is- sues of the week.” Mr. Gonsalves said he went straight to the people to get his list of issues. “I’ve been talking to a lot of people and these are the issues that concern the people of Pickering-Scarborough East,” he said. One area he would like to change is the federal minimum wage (for jobs under federal jurisdiction paid at the minimum wage, the worker receives the minimum wage for the province in which the work is performed). By having a higher federal minimum, he said it would set a trend for the provinces to increase their own. He also has a plan to help small busi- nesses deal with the increased burden this would cause. “Look to ways in which we can aid businesses with this, such as through tax credits,” he said, adding this could be one use for the employment insurance surplus. He also wants to secure child support payments for singles parents so their children don’t have to go without and add another statutory holiday to the cal- endar. “I’m proposing we have national bar- becue day in February,” he said. Mr. Gonsalves said there is frustration with what’s happening in federal poli- tics. “People are (upset) so at least interject some humour into it,” he said. “I am serious... If they send me to Ottawa, is Ottawa ever going to hear about it.” Mr. Gonsalves is married with two children and lives in Pickering. He has a bachelor of science degree from the Uni- versity of Toronto and has a background in marketing and communications. Gonsalves wants to inject vision into the campaign Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Pedro Gonsalves is an independent can- didate in Pickering-Scarborough East. He wants to add humour to the election. A/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com Muslims across Durham join for prayer at Pickering Markets By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer PICKERING — On rugs placed before them, hun- dreds of Durham Muslims knelt and prayed in uni- sion as they celebrated Eid Wednesday. To conclude hajj and rec- ognize the sacrifice made by the prophet Abraham, Muslims assembled at the Pickering Markets for an Eid- Ul-Adha prayer ceremony. Hajj is the Holy pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi-Arabia, cel- ebrated by Muslims around the world. “Eid basically means the happiness of sacrifice,” said Imtiaz Ahmad, a member of the Pickering Islamic Centre. Eid celebrations include the prayer ceremony, cel- ebration with family and friends, thanking God and offering an animal sacrifice. Unlike Muslim countries where the sacrifices are usu- ally performed in front of their house, in Canada they occur at special farms with government officials pres- ent, said Mr. Ahmad. The animal’s meat, usually lamb, goat, sheep or cow, is split into thirds and shared with those in need, friends and relatives and the family offer- ing the sacrifice. “This is in memory of the great sacrifice prophet Abra- ham made,” said Mr. Ahmad. Around him, Muslims made their way into the mar- kets, placing their shoes in plastic bags and lining them against the wall before tak- ing a seat on their rug on the floor. In telling the story of the celebrated sacrifice, Mr. Ahmad said Abraham had the same dream for three nights, advising him to make a sacrifice to Allah. After con- sidering what was his great- est asset, Abraham decided to offer his first born son, the prophet Ishmael, but as he went to kill him, God sent a lamb in Ishmael’s place. “O nce he opened (Ishma- el’s) heart, he saw it was a lamb, not his son,” said Sha- hana Khan. “His son was standing beside him. You must obey God no matter how much you sacrifice.” Attiya Naeem said Mus- lims know it’s only an animal they are sacrificing, but they would sacrifice their lives if asked. “This event means to me that it’s one of those days we all join together,” said Mo- hammad Sohail. He added it’s a time for them to re- member and help people in need. “We sacrifice, we help them, this is the way we re- member each and every- body,” said Mr. Sohail. Prior to the joint prayer, the Pickering Islamic Centre presented $1,000 to Picker- ing Mayor Dave Ryan for the Ajax-Pickering hospital foun- dation. An update was also provided on the construction of the centre’s new prayer house and how $300,000 is required by April 30 to com- plete the first phase inside. Those in the audience were asked to give generously. During the joint prayer, the men and women were sepa- rated by a white cloth wall, but their kneeling, stand- ing and movements to the chants and hums from loud speakers were the same. The women’s side was brightly lit by vibrant outfits of purple, greens, pinks, yellows and blues, while the men’s was more dim with their black, white and earth tone clothes. Hugs, handshakes and wishes of “Eid mubarak” or Happy Eid followed the cer- emony. “It’s like a celebration,” said Talha Imtiaz. “There’s stories and prophets, how they sac- rificed, so we’re doing the same tradition.” Ms. Khan said Eid is also a time to pass on heritage to children. Saad Zaman, 12, said sac- rifice is very important and something they think about all the time. Hundreds gather for Eid celebration Clockwise from bottom left: Hundreds of members of the Muslim commu- nity across Durham gathered for a prayer ceremony for Eid-Ul-Adha, held Wednesday at the Pickering Markets. The prayer ceremony concludes hajj, the pilgrimmage to the Holy city of Mecca, and recognizes the sacrifice made by the prophet Abraham; Samia Jabbar Saad, front, prepares herself for prayer; Hasan Shaikh leads the prayer; Maqsood Jaffer and his grand- father, Nuruddin, listen intently. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 PAGE 25 A/P WAREHOUSE We’re Here To Help You Sleep Better.TM No Payment!!NoInterest! NoDownPayments! No Interest! No Down Payments! Until January2007!Until January 2007! (O.A.C.)(O.A.C.) 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This program is not sponsored by the Whitby Public Library and the Library carries no responsibility for its content.www.durhamregion.comCATCH UP ONLINE AT ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Glory Road Directed by James Gartner Starring: Josh Lucas, Derek Luke and Jon Voight. Rated: PG The film tells the true story of the Texas Western basketball team, made up of the first African-Ameri- can starting lineup in his- tory. The underdog squad was the talk of the U.S. in 1966, when it surprisingly won the NCAA title. Lucas is hall-of-famer Don Haskins, the passionate college bas- ketball coach who changed the history of the sport with his team’s win. ‘H oodwinked’ and ‘The Libertine’ are also in theatres this weekend. FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com Te xa s Western drives to the hoop Wall brings Rock’s unique music to Aussie audience DURHAM — Have a swingin’ good time and support a good cause in Oshawa this Saturday. The Humane Society of Durham Region’s an- nual ‘Swing Shift Big Band Dance’ fundraiser features an 18-piece orchestra and includes a light meal. The fun is at the Royal Canadian Legion, 471 Sim- coe St. S., in Oshawa on Jan. 14. The night begins at 8 p.m., with the meal at 10:30 p.m. The event includes raffle and dance prizes and a door prize. Tickets are $16 or $30 per couple. Tickets will be held at the door if concert- goers reserve them by Visa by calling 905-433-2022, ext. 29. Some tickets may be available for purchase at the door. Big band fun at charity concert with Swing Shift tomorrow night By Mike Ruta Staff Editor PICKERING — Picker- ing’s Singing Newfound- lander is taking the trip of a lifetime. Longtime resident Mi- chael T. Wall, who has been writing and singing country songs for decades, leaves this weekend for Australia, where he will be feted by fans and conduct numerous interviews. Of course he’ll also be performing, includ- ing a gig at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, the biggest in the land down under. Even for a veteran per- former like Wall, it’s a huge deal, a trip that took a year to arrange. “When I was growing up in Newfoundland, I was fascinated by Australia,” he says. “Down through the years, I’ve been sending my 45s and LP albums to the radio stations (there).” Wall’s music has been played in Australia thanks in large part to disc jock- eys like Big Al Field, whom Wall says “has made me a superstar in Australia.” He says Newfoundland music is uniquely of the province. “It’s more down to earth,” Wall says of what makes it different. “We have a very unique province. Music’s been played for hundreds of years.” The subject matter in- cludes songs about New- foundlanders and fishing. Wall also writes about Can- ada, Toronto and area, and even children’s songs, often with a co-writer. Wall has re- leased a number of albums and CDs and a new, double CD, ‘Newfoundly Yours,’ is due out this summer. The song titles include a sequel to his popular, ‘Daddy’s Girl,’ a song written about his then-four-and-a-half- year-old daughter, Sarah Wall. Sarah and her sister, Sabrina, wrote a follow up. ‘We’re Still Daddy’s Girls.’ His music is available at Sam the Record Man. Wall has done his part and more to make New- foundland’s music popular in Australia, and his visit is attracting a lot of attention. When he arrives, a limou- sine will pick him up at the airport. Wall jokes that a jeep or a coal truck would suffice. Originally from Corner Brook, Wall came to Toron- to in 1961 “with my guitar on my back.” For years he sang to large and boister- ous crowds in clubs in and around the city. Along the way, he ap- peared on stage with leg- ends such as Loretta Lynn and Ernest Tubb. He has been perform- ing for almost 50 years and has received numerous ac- colades, including a spot in the Old Time Country Music Hall of Fame in the U.S. Wall believes he is the only Newfoundlander to have ever sung at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. But his trip to Australia is the highlight of his career. “It’s like getting a gold re- cord,” he says. Michael T. Wall’s stretch can’t span the distance between his beloved Newfoundland and where he’s headed, Australia. The Pickering singer is a favourite in the land down under, where DJs have played his traditional blend of country music for years. Glory Road is the tale of an underdog team that stuns the U.S. with a surprising championship win. A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 7, 2006 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 7, 2006 PAGE 5 A/P durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 PAGE 27 A/P SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND The Ajax Attack host the Pickering Panthers in junior ‘A’ hockey at the Ajax Community Centre Sunday at 3 p.m. Battista shows scoring knack for Panthers Sports briefs JANUARY 13, 2006 [ Boxing ] Champ gets the better of Ajax challenger AJAX — An Ajax boxer got her shot at gold-medal glory at the Cana- dian Senior Boxing Championships at St. Catharines last weekend. Amanda Beaulieu, represent- ing Tiller’s Boxing Club, entered the ring against defending Canadian and world cham- pion Mary Spencer of Windsor in the gold- medal bout of the female 66-kilogram weight class. While she persevered through the four-round bout against the heavily-favoured Spencer, she was beaten on points, 27-4. Going the distance with Spencer is something few fighters have done, says Beaulieu’s coach Chris Tiller. In Spencer’s 18 previous bouts, she’s stopped her opponents with a techni- cal knockout on each occasion. To advance to the gold-medal round, Beaulieu disposed of Danielle Quee from British Columbia 31-20 on points. Meanwhile, Spencer did likewise in her preliminary bout, earning a second-round RSC (referee stopped contest) over Nancy Laroche from Quebec. [ Hockey ] Erskine on the way to Islanders AJAX — A former Ajacian finds himself on a new National Hockey League team this week after spend- ing all of his professional career with the Dallas Stars. John Erskine, 25, who grew up in Ajax and played his minor hockey here, was flipped along with a sec- ond-round draft pick this year to the New York Islanders for 30-year- old defenceman Janne Niinimaa and a fifth-round pick next year. Erskine had been a member of the Stars’ organization for the past eight years, drafted by the club (second-round, 39th overall) in 1998. In 26 games with the Stars before the trade, Erskine was held pointless. Although he grew up in Ajax, Erskine has since re-located to Kingston. According to the Stars’ website, he was married in Kingston this past summer. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Durham Lightning’s Jennifer Pollett dances around Toronto Aeros’ Michelle Daniels during first-period action of the National Women’s Hockey League game at the Ajax Community Centre on Tuesday night. The teams played to a 2-2 draw. Oshawa resident finding his stride in Pickering uniform By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Cory Battista is not generally equated with scoring punch for the Pickering Panthers. But, that perception was altered to a large degree during the Pan- thers’ 6-2 OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League victory over the Attack in Ajax on Sunday. There was the rugged forward, scoring from the slot early in the third period, giving the Panthers a two-goal cushion which, for all intents and purposes, put the dag- ger in the heart of the Attack. And, later in the period, there was Bat- tista carving out space in the front of the Ajax net on the power play, and was rewarded with his second marker of the game. The 18-year- old Oshawa resident only has three goals so far this season. “It was nice to get a few points,” says a glowing Battista following Sunday’s contest. “They don’t come too often. I do think I can do more than bring a physical pres- ence to the game.” Panthers’ head coach John Winder noted he’s believed that, since the trade with Stouffville, that Battista could become a multi- dimensional player. “We didn’t bring him in to be a fighter, we brought him in to be a player,” says Winder. “He’s part of my energy line and he hits a ton. He brings a high-tempo game and hitting.” Sunday’s game marked Battista’s ninth in a Panthers’ uniform after coming over from the Spirit of the league’s North Conference in a cash deal on Nov. 30. Battista noted diminishing ice time and a falter- ing relationship with Stouffville’s head coach were responsible for his trade request. “I was not on too good of terms with the coach. I felt I was not re- ceiving a fair amount of ice time,” says the 6-foot-2, 203-pound for- ward. “Pickering was one of the teams I wanted to go to. They looked like a good team and a good place for me to be. The guys have been good to me and it’s a good organization.” Battista says he’s been happy to get some work with the man ad- vantage, making life miserable for goaltenders. “It’s nice to get a few shifts on the power play. I think I can stand up at the net and get a big body in front of the net,” he says. While Battista hasn’t been part of the Panthers’ special teams play since his arrival in Pickering, Wind- er agrees he’s definitely someone who doesn’t mind setting up shop in front of the opposition net. “It’s refreshing to see,” says Winder. “It could yet be another role for him.” With three consecutive victories over the Attack in the past week, the Panthers are making a sea- son-ending push to overtake the Markham Waxers for first place overall in the South Conference. Pickering is in second place, four points off the pace follow- ing two weekend wins, but Battista thinks they can push past the Wax- ers in their final 11 regular season games. “I think we can definitely take the division,” he says. “We just have to keep our focus.” Panthers’ Postscript The Pickering Panthers played the Stouffville Spirit in Stouffville on Thursday night, with the result unavailable at press time...The Panthers host the Seguin (Parry Sound) Bruins of the North Conference tonight (Friday) at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. The Panthers beat the Bruins 7-5 on the road on Dec. 3...The Panthers are in Ajax for their final meeting with the Attack at the Ajax Community Centre on Sunday at 3 p.m. Pickering has won all four previous meet- ings this season with the Attack, including two games last week- end...Panthers’ rookies Zack Fenwick, Tyler Melancon and Josh Domingues all took part in the annual Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League’s Fu- ture Stars game in Bramalea on Wednesday...Domingues had a goal for Team White in a 6-2 loss to Team Red... DURHAM — Tuesday’s Nation- al Women’s Hockey League game between the Durham Lightning and the Toronto Aeros featured a goaltending dual between the old and new guard of Lightning puckstoppers. The matchup featured Desirae Clark, the Lightning netminder who, in her first season with the club, has been turning heads as one of the top goalies in the league. She faced Aeros’ Mandy Cronin, who toiled for the Light- ning for several years before join- ing Toronto this season. At the end of the game, the goaltenders and the teams set- tled for a 2-2 draw at the Ajax Community Centre. It was the first point the Aeros have earned against the Lightning this season. Previously, Durham had beaten the Aeros five times. Clark saw most of the work in Tuesday’s contest, facing 41 shots, while Cronin faced 36 from the Lightning. Latoya Clarke scored the lone goal of the first period for the Lightning, assisted by Candice Moxley and Meagan Aarts. In the middle frame, the Aeros scored on the power play to knot the score. The Lightning regained the lead just 23 seconds into the third period on a goal by Melanie Rothon, assisted by call-up Jen- nifer Wakefield. At the midway point of the period, the Aeros scored to tie the score yet again. Durham (14-4-5-1 for 34 points) continue to lead the NWHL’s Central Division stand- ings, seven points ahead of sec- ond-place Brampton Thunder. The Lightning have a rematch tonight (Friday) against the Aeros at the Centennial Ice Gal- axy. They return to home ice at the Ajax Community Centre on Saturday night to play the Ottawa Raiders, the top-ranked team in the NWHL. 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S, Pickering RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SITE CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR Durham homebuilder seeks M/F with on site administrative experience in all aspects of residential construction. Fax resume 905-427-1611 RELIABLE ADULT CARRIERS wanted for door to door delivery 3 days per week. Must have vehicle. Call Kelly 905-683-5117 ext. 262 SAFETY CO-ORDINATOR Required for construction company in the Durham Region. Knowledge of construction safety & WHIMIS an asset. Must have organizational, interpersonal and training skills. Fax resume to: 905-655-9138 Jensen Trailer Sales & Service OFFICE ASSISTANT For Trailer Sales and Service operation in Oshawa. Assist Office Manager with day to day running of the office, licensing of trailers, invoicing of the Sales, Parts and Service departments. Aid in the operation and running of the parts and service department. 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If interested apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203, Whitby, between 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Monday - Thursday. MAGICUTS one of Canada's lead- ing chains has the following posi- tions available: Licensed Assistant Manager for Whitby and Ajax. Plus PT stylist for Whitby and Oshawa. We offer: Competitive salary, op- portunity for advancement, paid vacation, profit sharing, free train- ing classes, monthly prizes, hiring bonus, benefits. Join a winning team. Call Cheyanne (905) 579- 6757 NEW YEAR! NEW CAREER! Promotional Marketing Co. has Full-Time Openings. Customer Service, Sales & Marketing, Light Warehouse Duties. No experience needed. Full training provided. Call Laura (905) 837-9200. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $20/hr. avg. Full Time We Train You!! 905.435.0518 PART-T IME ONLY Position in local Ajax Importing/Distribution Company, Customer Service, administrative, light shipping/ receiving, good telephone skills, personable and energetic. 3 days/week $11/hour. Fax: 905-619-1925. Pickering Volkswagen requires Sales Manager You are a team leader with automotive sales experience. Ability to motivate and manage sales and support staff We offer base salary and bonus plan. Company benefit plan. Advertising and promotion budget. Upper management support E-mail resume to: jobs@pvw.com or Fax: 905-420-8550 Attn: John Verwey SHORT ORDER COOKS and part time servers required for all day breakfast restaurant in Ajax. Phone 905-626-6718. 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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 Rd. & 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 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. SUPERVISOR AND ECE teacher for Pickering Child care. Full time positions. Please Fax resume to (905) 509-7318. TELEMARKETERS...Hourly rate plus commission, earn an above average income, hours 5-9pm. Call 905-831-2333, ask for Elaine. TELEMARKETING,part time evenings, mature individuals, ex- perience preferred. $10/hr. Call 905-686-2445 ext. 304 after 4p.m. ESTHETICIAN.Opus Glow Con- cept Spa in Whitby is looking for an experienced full-time Estheti- cian to join our dynamic team. Please email resume to: opus- glow@bellnet.ca HAIRSTYLIST with established clientele looking to assume an ex- isting salon, partnership or chair rental, between Oshawa & Whitby. Please call (905)576-2411 HAIRSTYLISTS,Estheticians and Nail Technicians that are high- ly professional. Elegance Salon Spa-Aveda offers an upscale am- biance, quality service and income that reflects your value. Passion and enthusiasm are required! F/T and P/T. Submit resume by e- mail: info@elegancesalonspa.com Fax: 905-666-4389. www.elegancesalonspa.com MODERN EDGE HAIR design is seeking a professional esthetician interested in renting space in a friendly, comfortable salon envi- ronment. Give us a call at: 905- 426-6894. SMART STYLE Family Hair Salon in Whitby requires a licensed sty- list, full and part time. Sign on bo- nus $500, many benefits. Call Ha- zel (905) 655-5627. CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer, shop hand. Top Pay! Clean drivers licence. Experienced only. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 ESTABLISHED AUTOMOBILE Repair shop requires 2nd or 3rd year automotive technician ap- prentice. Please fax resume to 905-579-9161 or email: heathert44@hotmail.com LICENSED BODYMAN required. Please apply IN PERSON or fax 905-723-8182. Resume and refer- ences to Gannon's Auto Body, 335 Bloor St.W. Oshawa. ROOFING SHEET METAL worker required. Must have some experi- ence and own transportation. MUST be willing to work hard. Sal- ary based on experience. Call btwn 5-8 p.m. (905)985-2134 ADMINISTRATOR, MARKETING Programs. Fluently bi-lingual French and English mandatory. Organized, professional manner and computer skills required. Send email to jobs@dotcomyourevent.com to request a full job specification. Quote Position #553 LEGAL ASSISTANT POSITION Available in the Real Estate field - Pickering Office. Entry level posi- tion. We are looking for an individ- ual with organizational skills and must be able to work independent- ly. Must know Conveyancer and Te raview procedures and will be responsible for various duties. Fax resume to 906-619-1555. PA RT TIME ACCOUNTING Clerk (20 hrs.) Accounting clerk required for manufacturing company in Courtice. Responsibilities will in- clude: Accounts Receivable, Ac- counts payable, General adminis- tration. Candidate should have a strong accounting knowledge, be detail oriented and have 2 years experience in a manufacturing en- vironment. WE are NOT located on a bus route therefore transpor- tation is necessary. Rate of Pay: $12.00 per hr. Please forward re- sume to: val@cargowall.com PART-T IME SECRETARY Par t-time secretary needed for busy Real Estate office. Monday to Friday 12 pm to 5:30 pm Real estate experience preferred. Please fax resume to 905-619-2500 or drop off at 513 Westney Road South, Ajax NATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR of facility maintenance products, car required, will train. Sexauer Ltd./In- terline Brands. Fax resume to 905- 852-5311. USED CAR SALESPERSON must have experience and OMVIC li- cense. Ajax area. 905-686-6928. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST re- quired for full time position in Ajax office. 2 years DENTAL EXPERI- ENCE A MUST. Hours include 2 evenings a week. ABELDent knowledge an asset. Please send resume to File # 227, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7L5. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ ADMINISTRATOR required FT in Whitby. Minimum 1 year dental experience and computer knowl- edge required. Also looking for FT and PT dental hygienists. Send resumes to Dental Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON L1N 9G3 EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONISTS needed for doctor's office. Posi- tions available now. Fax resume to 905-428-1501. FULL TIME Preventive Dental Assistant Level 2 for Orthodontic office. Experienced preferred. Email resume to: ejpong@yahoo.com MEDICAL OFFICE-in Uxbridge currently taking applications for Receptionist and Phlebotomist/Lab Tech. Send resume to: P.O. Box 790, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1N2 or fax: 905-852-3649 PA RT - TIME CASUAL RECEP- TIONIST for a busy Medical Clinic in Whitby. Must be flexible . Please fax resume to: 905-668-1670 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, full time/part time, available for excit- ing new location opening March 2006 in Oshawa, Taunton Rd. Pro- fessional building with urgent care walk in clinic. Experience pre- ferred, fax (905)420-7342 or rtang@medicalpharmacies.com PICKERING DENTAL OFFICE looking for hygentist for maternity leave to start ASAP. Every Thurs... 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., every other Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and every other Sat. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Leading to permanent Saturdays after one year. Please fax resume and sala- ry expectations to (905) 831-6899. 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Bungalow w/walkout basement to beautiful pie-shaped ravine lot. 1+2 bedrooms, in-law apartment, too many upgrades to list. 933 Walnut Crt., Oshawa (Olive/Har- mony). $265,000. (905)438-8956. 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* 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* AJAX - BAYLY and Salem. Beau- tiful freehold townhomes! Priced from $249,900. 60 day closings! View beautiful furnished home by appointment. Call 905.426.3626 or visit www.rockportgroup.net Buy now and receive $10,000 in FREE upgrades!!! 2 BEDROOM, 3 season COT- TA GE, wooded, hillside, waterfront lot on South shore Rice Lake, beautiful view, asking $159,000. 905-372-9763. PROFESSIONAL FURNISHED offices (2), show exceptionally well. Reception/admin. functions, internet, phone-system, VM, board and meeting room. Free parking. Whitby-4min. from 401. $400 & $600. 905-433-0040. BEAUTY SALON FOR SALE OR RENT in Pickering area. Great opportunity. Established clientele. Plenty of parking. If interested please call 905-839-8876. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY PA R TNERING in large format digi- tal print company. Equipment and supplies on site. No start up capital required. Call (289)314-3400. 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 SENIOR’S RESIDENCE Health Care Professional. Looking for a Lifestyle Change? Be Your Own Boss. Established Senior’s Resi- dence/furnished home for sale one hour east of Toronto. Turnkey operation. Owner Draws 85K. Selling Price:$494,900. Fin Avail- able with 35% D.P. No Investors Please! Kendell Attrux, Re/Max Ability 905-434-7777 THIS FRANCHISE is the Natural choice, visit www.turflogic.ca $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 4.85% or Variable at 4.15% OAC,Cash take-outs, Refinances, Self-employed, Commercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800-328-7887 ext. 366. $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FI- NANCIAL CORP 1-888-307-7799 (3) OSHAWA,various locations 3 & 1-bedrooms and bachelor. Sep- arate laundry, hardwood floors, separate entrance, parking, con- venient locations, backyard, rent inclusive. 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 APARTMENT,suit- able for 1 person only. No smok- ing, no pets. Available February 1, 2006. Quiet home near downtown Port Perry. 905-985-3907. 1-1/2 BEDROOM, basement apartment. Whites Rd/Hwy. #2. $600/month. Appliances and share large kitchen. No-smok- ing/pets. Separate entrance. Available immediately. (905)420- 3048 or 647-402-3048. 1-BDRM above ground basement apt. Laundry, very clean, parking, separate entrance. $750/mo in- clusive. Avail. immediately. No pets. Oshawa. (905)999-9115 1-BDRM BASEMENT Feb 1. Bright/spacious, 4-pc bath, cable, sep. entrance, sep. heat. schools, park, pond, beach, transit, commu- nity centre, 401/GO. Phillip Mur- ray/Cedar. No dogs/smoking. $725-inclusive. 905-449-0977 1-BDRM BSMT APT,Central Oshawa, no parking, avail. Feb. 1st, $495/mo inclusive, laundry, separate entrance, clean, quiet, no smoking/pets. First/last. Call (905)884-6922 1-BDRM,main floor, fridge/stove, 4-pc bath, includes utilities, park- ing, deck. Division/Adelaide St., Oshawa. $750/mo. First & last. Call 905-571-5649 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $760/month inclusive, avail. now, Immaculate newer building in de- cent Oshawa neighbourhood, Pre- fer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-0390, 905-439-8893 1-BEDROOM Apt. in private resi- dential South Oshawa home, suit quiet, mature working non-smoker, no pets. $625/mo. first/last In- cludes many extras. Available Feb 1st. (905)579-7145 after 6pm 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. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE,Ajax, close to Lake, schools, bus. Spacious very clean, split level, own laundry, deck, garage fenced yard, $1195 plus 1/2 utilities. (905)686-8612. 2-BEDROOM APT.,Bloor St., in 9-plex, $775 all inclusive. ALSO Bachelor apt., North Oshawa $615 all inclusive. Available Feb 1st. For more info. call 905-723-1647, 905-720-9935. 385 GIBB ST OSHAWA, 2 bed- room apts. Available February 1st. Utilities included. No pets. Phone 905-723-5434. WHITBY,central location, spa- cious 1-bdrm bsmt apt., brand new, 5-appliances, separate en- trance, parking, a/c, $890/mo+ util- ities. No smoking. References. Call Bo Gustafson, Sutton Group (416)783-5000 AJAX - 2 bedroom basement walkout, sep. entrance, laundry, close to Go Bus, shopping, school, transit at door. $950/inclusive. Cable, no smoking/pets. Avail. Feb.1st. (905)619-1721 AJAX - BRIGHT 1 BDRM APT. Living room, 5 pc. ensuite bath, central air, like new! Upper floor of house. $575/mo. + 1/3 utilities. No smoking. No pets. 905-239-0367 or 647-271-6660. AJAX, Pickering Village.legal 1 bedroom bsmt apt, large, bright, appliances, shared laundry. $850- inclusive. Available immediately. No smoking. first/last. (905)683- 0299 AJAX,2-bedroom, neat, clean, walkout basement apartment. Close to amenities. $900/month inclusive, washer available, 1-parking. New carpet. Available. References. First/last. Strictly no pets/smoking. Call (905)427-1779 AJAX,3 bedroom main floor, bright, spacious, newly decorated. parking, laundry, A/C, C/Vac, ap- pliances, across from park, near schools. No pets/smoking. $1300/month inclusive. First/last. (905)427-3923 AJAX,Harwood/Achilles, fully fur- nished, all utilities, laundry, A/C, parking, no pets/smoking. Avail- able immediately. $800/month. 905-619-0449 after 6:00pm. AJAX, HARWOOD/BAYLY,2 bedroom basement apartment. Ve ry clean. Near all amenities. Private entrance. Available imme- diately. $825/month plus utilities. No pets/smoking. Call 905-420- 1281 AJAX, WESTNEY/401,1-bedroom basement apt., inclusive, no smok- ing, no pets. $690 monthly. Work- ing person preferred, avail. Feb.1. Please call after 6pm (905)427- 0849. AJAX- LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement apt., own entrance, bright & spacious, Hwy 2/Church. Close to Buses. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call (905)619-1798 AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedrooms $989. Available Jan/Feb 1st. Call 905-683-8421 or 905-683-5322. AJAX/PICKERING VILLAGE- 2 large bdrms bsmt. apt., eat-in kitchen, huge livingroom, open- concept, new, clean. 2-parking, cable. No pets/smoking. $950/mo- inclusive. First/last. February 1. (905)426-4773 AVAIL. FEBRUARY 1ST.Two bedroom apts for rent. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Please call (905)579-2387 anytime. BASEMENT 4 RENT Salem & Mandrake Rd. Close to 401 $700/month, includes everything. First/last No smoking/pets George or Leila 905-683-6568 BASEMENT APARTMENT for rent North Oshawa, close to Dur- ham College. $600/month. Call 905-723-0587, leave message. BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA - Near No Frills/401. TWO - 2- bedrooms, $745 + hydro($50/mo), available now. 1 bed. $645/inclu- sive, Feb. 1st.. Immaculate, well- maintained, nice and bright. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946. COURTICE/EXECUTIVE 1500 sqft, 1 bedroom plus office base- ment apartment. Separate en- trance, walk-out to ravine, laun- dry/utilities included. No smok- ing/pets, first/last and references required. $1200/month, with $100 move in allowance. Call 905-436- 1387. 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. BRIGHT OPEN CONCEPT bache- lor apartment in north Oshawa. Fully furnished, all inclusive with cable plus. $675/mo. No smok- ing/pets. (905)432-3852 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, Non-smok- er, Immediate. $775/mo inclusive. OSHAWA, immediate 2-bedroom $950, nice/clean, main level of house. (905)655-5789, (905)655- 9739 CHARMING 2 bedroom suite in beautiful Century Home in secure Oshawa neighbourhood. Suitable for mature refined person. No smoking/dogs. Call 905-439-8893. CLEAN 1 & 2 BDRM $720/$800, newly decorated. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. 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. COBOURG,large one bedroom basement apartment, private en- trance, parking, gas fireplace, cable, non-smoking, $825 inclu- sive, first and last, available Feb. 1st. 905-373-6293. COURTICE- Large bright 3-bdrm, apt. Townline/Bloor area. Near amenities, schools, park. $1200, appliances & utilities included. Feb.1st. First/last. 905-404-8548, cell 905-431-5958. EAST OSHAWA - 2-bed. apt. w/loft, pine floors, gas fireplace, $815/mo.+heat/hydro, Feb. 1st. Also 1-bed. immediately, $745/in- clusive. Both sep. parking, near amenities, newly renovated. (905)432-1533 HARMONY/OLIVE,1-bedroom basement, cozy, bright, clean, eat- in kitchen, parking, extra storage, laundry, cable, non-smoking/pets. $685/inc. Feb. 1st/sooner. Penny (905)626-1747, (905)435-0440 HOUSE FOR RENT - 3 bedroom, main floor. Newly decorated. $1,000 plus 2/3 utilities, First/last. Nice area, great location, near OC, fridge/stove/dishwasher. Available immediately. Call 905-983-5917 or 905-439-4524. LITTLE BRITAIN.Very large 3 bedroom available February 1, $850 + hydro. Water & cable included. Also 2 bedroom, $850 (hydro, water, cable included. 705- 786-0104. MAGILL/WESTNEY upper floor 4 bedroom. Close to amenities. 1-parking & garage. Available immediately. No smoking/pets or laundry. (905)428-8656 or (705)437-4813. 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, (905)243-0989 NORTHEAST OSHAWA, one of the most sought after areas, lower level of bungalow. 2 bedrooms, 10ft ceilings, large kitchen with walkout to greenbelt, laundry facil- ities, all utilities included. Credit check required. Available Feb. 1st $1000. Call 905-576-1910. One bedroom basement apt for rent in AJAX available immediately MacGill & Sullivan separate entrance, steps to bus, no smoking/pets, pr. cable, first/last $850-all inclusive (905)686-4394 OSHAWA North Rossland & Ritson. Newer well maintained, clean, quiet, adult lifestyle building, intercom. 2 bedroom $870., 1 bed- room $700 inclusive. No pets. (905) 720-2352. OSHAWA 216 Adelaide Avenue East. Clean, spacious, 2 bedroom duplex apartment with parking, laundry and utilities, all inclusive. $850/month. Call 905-420-0514 or cell 289-314-2566. OSHAWA Simcoe & Taunton triplex newer building, private, clean, 2 large bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, wood/ceramic floors, air, dishwasher, storage, parking. Laundry facilities, no pets/smok- ing. $950+hydro. (905)839-3939, 416-720-1353 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - Bloor and Park, quiet 12-unit building. Large 2-bed. with balcony. Available Feb 1st. $825/incl. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-924-6075. OSHAWA - NEAR CENTRE six- plex, 1-bdrm., avail. immediately or Feb.1. Extremely clean, newly renovated, very quiet building. Parking, laundry. $760/inclusive, first/last, no pets. 905-723-9577. OSHAWA - one bedroom, avail. immediately $625 first/last includes cable, util. & parking. Laundry on site. 905-436-6206. OSHAWA CENTRE area. newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment, 2nd floor of duplex, laundry, kitch- en, dining/living room, available immediately. No pets. $900/month. call (905)725-5587 OSHAWA HOSPITAL area, north of Adelaide, large upper 2-bed- room, 2 baths, laundry, parking, $850/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-579-2350 OSHAWA King/Wilson Quiet build- ing, near shopping, transportation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bed- room apts. Available immediately. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. OSHAWA Large 1-bdrm basement Ve ry bright/clean/spacious. Newly renovated/painted. Sep. entrance, new eat-in kitchen, new bathroom, ample storage. A/C, shared laun- dry. Near 401/transit. Suits prof. single. References/first/last. No smoking/pets. $750/mo-incl. Im- mediate. (905)431-5524 OSHAWA NORTH,brand new 3- bedroom upper level of house and 1-bedroom walkout basement. Both: separate entrance, parking, laundry, garage access. $1350/$650 plus utilities. (905)271-2390 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, 1 Bedroom, spacious, bright, Hospital area, ample park- ing, bus, available immediately. $750/mo All inclusive, first/last/ref- erences, no smoking/pets, 905- 432-2989 OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, new apt., updated decor, heat in- cluded, laundry on site. $690/mo plus hydro. Available immediate- ly. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE -2 bedrooms freshly painted, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus hydro, available Jan or Feb. Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA,large legal one bed- room basement apartment, newly renovated. Bungalow, separate entrance, parking, full bath. No smoking/pets. $750/inclusive. Gibb/Waverly. Available Feb. 1st. (905)438-1873 OSHAWA, Rossland/Simcoe clean 2 bedroom apt, quiet build- ing, laundry, near bus stop, $825/mo. inclusive, Feb. 1st. Also downtown 1-bed. $625, immedi- ately.. (905)665-1538. 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 preferred. (905)576-3840 leave message, 905-429-0539. OSHAWA- LARGE one bedroom, main floor of triplex. Satellite, parking, all utilities included, $750/mo. Available FEB. 1st. (905)914-6699 OR 905-435-7788. PARK/ADELAIDE 1 bdrm bsmt $650.00, 3 bdrm $1300.00 coin- op laundry, parking, bus stop at door, 1st and last req'd 905-426- 5844. PICKERING & BROCK/Major Oaks, large 2 bedroom, bright, walk out, fireplace, separate laun- dry, parking, clean, no smok- ing/pets, references required, first and last, $900 month, available from immediately. 905-686-0007 or 416-453-0006. PICKERING 2-BEDROOM Base- ment Apt. Clean, walk to amen- ities/GO train. Sep. entrance, no smoking/pets. Suitable for single male. $750/month,FIRST/LAST. Avail. now. References. 905-420- 7079. PICKERING Fairport/Glenanna, Large 2-bdrm basement apart- ment, new professionally finished, sep. entrance, parking, Large win- dow, washer/dryer, Cable/Internet. No Smoking/pets. Avbl asap. $900-incl. 905 837 8045 UXBRIDGE NEW!Town house / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 appliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 13, 2006 www.durhamregion.com Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 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.) Taunton 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.) 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To book your space or for more information call Susan today! 905-426-4676 ext.229 E-mail:sobrien@durhamregion.com Dynamic Publishing & Events Management & & &Worship WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 15 27 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us ! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 15 43 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) Come To advertise your church in our regular Worship section on Fridays call Janice at 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218. Email: jsam@durhamregion.com ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME PICKERING large clean 2 bed- room basement, professionally fin- ished, registered, 4 pc. washroom, laundry, parking, a/c, utilities. Sep- arate entrance, close to all amen- ities, $925. Days-647-229-1465. (905-831-3091 After 1 p.m./wknds) PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT.Brock/Hwy 2. near amenities. Sep entrance, laundry, appliances, parking, no smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. $925 -inclusive, first/last (905)427-8205 PICKERING, 401/WHITES.Large newly renovated basement apart- ment. Separate entrance, A/C, laundry. No smoking/pets. $750/month. Avail. immediately. (905)831-8004 PICKERING, Brock/Dellbrook,2- bdrm bsmt. Separate entrance & laundry, 1-parking. $950/mo inclu- sive. Avail immediately. First/last. No smoking/pets. Call (905)426- 7469 leave msg. PICKERING,Brock/Hwy #2, bright 1-bedroom basement apt., share laundry, parking, no smoking. $700/month. Available immediate- ly. First/last. Call (905)427-9643 PICKERING,executive home. 1 bedroom basement apt. walkout, bright & spacious. 1200-sq.ft. gas fireplace, parking, all inclusive $1000. first/last, no pets/smoking. Avail Feb 1. (905)837-8937 PICKERING, HWY 2/FAIRPORT, new large 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt apt, full bath, utilities & parking incl. No smoking/pets. Avail. Jan. 15th. $900/mo. References, first/last req'd. Call (905)831-7690 PICKERING, Liverpool/Hwy#2 large new 1-bed. bsmt. Sep. en- trance, laundry, parking, A/C, full size appliances, lots of storage, window throughout, sound proofed, $750/incl. No smok- ing/pets. (905)426-4197 PICKERING, ONE BEDROOM Ground floor,Available February 1st $600 inclusive, references required. no pets/smoking. 905-427-6282. Pickering, Whites/Finch 2 bed- room basement apartment, 5 years old, newly painted $875 in- cluding utilities & cable. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-420-1903 after 5pm or 416-318-1960 anytime PICKERING- WHITES/401 3- Bdrm, Main Floor of Home, Sep Ent, Eat-in Kit, Laundry, Parking, No Smoking, Avail Immed, $1250+ Utilities or $1475 inclusive. Call Danny (416)574-9522 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 PRIVATE above ground 2-bdrm bsmt. South Ajax. Separate en- trance, parking, laundry, patio. Kitchen w/new appliances. gas fireplace. Avail. immediately. $950/mo inclusive. No smoking. 905-426-2132 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value $895 905-668-7758 TRENDY 2ND FLOOR 2 bedroom apartment. Located close to downtown Whitby. Parking spot. Newly renovated. Loads of win- dows. 850/month. First/last. Call Joan 905-404-7861. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND, 3 & 4- bedroom, 1-1/2 baths. Available immediately in family oriented complex, $1050-$1250 plus util. 4-appliances, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools/parks/transit/shopping, golf course. 905-743-9665 WESTNEY/LAKE DRIVE Way -2 bedroom basement. Separate en- trance. Very cozy. Cable, A/C, Ve ry Private. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. (905)426- 3524 (daytime) or 416-721-3063 (evening). WHITBY - 1 bedroom, includes heat, hydro & parking. 4 Sevens Realty Ltd., Realtor. 905-668- 7777. 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 large 1 bedroom, Adult Lifestyle building, fully remodeled, $795/inclusive. South Oshawa 2 bedroom, $825/inclusive. Avail- able Now/February 1st. 905-259- 8259, 905-576-9779, 905-576- 9055. WHITBY, BROCK ST. S., near Trent, 2-bedroom basement apart- ment with main floor kitchen, park- ing, separate entrance, $775 inclu- sive, Call (416)261-1860. WHITBY,large 3-bedroom main floor unit of triplex, parking, laun- dry, walking distance to Go station. Shared yard, freshly renovated. No pets or smoking. $900/month plus utilities. (416)574-2621 WHITBY-2 bedroom suites to $860 all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)430-1877 AJAX,2-bdrms, 2-bathrooms, lakeview. Indoor pool, workout fa- cilities, tennis, playcentre. $1150/mo. Avail. immediately. No smoking/pets. Call (905)434-2534 BOWMANVILLE Condo. 3rd floor, top corner unit. 2/1 Balcony, 5 ap- pliances, walk-up, 2 parking, cen- tral air, carpeting, throughout. $950/month plus utilities. (905)391-9882 available Feb 1st. BOWMANVILLE,2 bedroom condo, mainfloor walk-out. $950/month plus utilities. 6 appli- ances, laundry, A/C, 1 parking. Near amenities. No smoking/pets. Available March/April. Call (905)697-8066 for appointment. 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 2 BEDROOM IMMACULATE doll- house, North Oshawa location. 2 bathrooms, inground pool, a/c. Suits professional single/couple. No pets/smoking. First/last. $1200+util. First/last. 905-720- 0945. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, fin- ished basement, 1 1/2 baths, near Hwy 2/Cochrane, Whitby. Large backyard, parking, great quiet neighbourhood, near schools. $1350/mo.+. Avail. February 1st. 905-665-1706 3+1 BEDROOM HOUSE -Close to Oshawa Shopping Centre/Civ- ic/Schools. 4 appliances. $1200+ utilities. First/last. No pets. 905- 579-7581, 905-728-1612. 4-BDRMS,still being built, 2-1/2 baths, stainless steel appliances. Hwy 2/Westney, close to all amenities, avail. Feb. 3rd. $1400+utilities. No smoking/pets. 905-683-9006 or 416-410-1711 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 - 3-BDRM main floor bunga- low, bright, clean, own laundry, parking, new furnace/air, well insu- lated, hardwood, fenced yard, no smoking. Pets ok. $1,095/mo + 60% utilities. (604)609-9948 AJAX HARWOOD/HWY 2 Must See Executive 4 bedroom/3 full bath, 5 appliances. 2,500 sq./ft. Large deck, garage, 2 parking. $1,400+, cable+wireless internet. month2month. Tony, 416-574- 6037. AJAX, 4-BEDROOM upper level, 2.5 baths, detached house, gas heat, a/c, attached garage, drive- way,eat-in kitchen, familyroom. No pets/smoking. $1399/month plus 2/3 utilities. Available immedi- ately. Contact Kenny 647-887- 9220. AJAX, NEAR LAKE,small 2+1 bedroom bungalow, finished base- ment, 4 appliances, huge back- yard, non-smoking, first/last, refer- ences required. Available immedi- ately. $1200 monthly plus utilities. Call 416-550-6898. CLOSE TO DARLINGTON,3- bdrms, 3 bathrooms, brand new Junior executive home, walk-out to deck, 5 appliances (3-stainless steel), ceramic/hardwood flooring. Feb.1st. $1375/mo+ utilities. (905)433-2188 COUNTRY HOME,south of Port Perry on Simcoe St. 3-bedroom, 1 bath, large yard. Available March 1st. $1200/month plus utilities. First/last. Call (905)261-0026 COURTICE large 3 bedroom brand new house with In-Law apartment. 5 appliances, nice yard. $1800 plus utilities, Febru- ary 1st. Fist/last. 905-259-8259, 905-576-9055, 905-259-4499. COURTICE,3-BDRM, 2-storey, fin. recroom, walk-out to deck, fenced yard, garage, 2-full baths, a/c, laundry. 2-min. walk to schools, $1295/mo+ utilities. Avail- able immediately. Short or long term rental w/option to buy. 905- 433-2188 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. LOVELY 3 BEDROOM home, $1300/inclusive. New appliances, deck, A/C, parking. Available Feb- ruary 1st. Non-smoking. Call Paul 705-927-7672. NORTHEAST OSHAWA - 3-bdrm, 3 washroom, 2 walk-outs, 2-storey home. Close to all amen- ities. Greenbelt. $1150 plus util- ities. Avail Feb 1st. Credit check required. Call Jack 905-576-1910 ORONO,3 bedroom bungalow, 4.5 acres, large kitchen, 3 bath- rooms, large principle rooms, laundry room, finished basement, gas furnace, central air, single car garage, inground swimming pool. Rent $1,300.00 + util. Available Feb.1/06. Call Pat at 905-472- 7300 x229. OSHAWA - 3-bedrooms, 2-bath- rooms, parking near Oshawa Cen- tre, large basement. First, last, ref- erences, credit check. No appli- ances. $1200 + utilities. Available Feb 1, 416-945-9320/ 905-728- 1487 OSHAWA, CLEAN LARGE 1-bed- room 2-storey semi-detached house, 401/Simcoe St. area. Fridge, stove, driveway, fenced yard, asking $800 +utilities. First/last. No pets. Call (905)436- 6085 or 905-259-2904 OSHAWA,Grandview/Bloor, large 2-bdrm main-level detached, mas- ter bdrm w/deck, fenced yard, gar- age, appliances incl. $1250/mo. in- clusive. Close to amenities/401. No smoking/dogs. First/last/ref. Avail. immediately. (905)434-1386 PICKERING -Rougemount Dr. North - quaint cottage style home, 2 plus one bedrooms, available Feb 1st. $1,100 per mo. Phone 905-509-3601. PICKERING VILLAGE COURT- YARD 3 bedroom available now. $1000 plus utilities, monthly. 905- 683-3303. SOUTH AJAX,cozy 3-bedroom bungalow, gas heat, new roof, and windows. Steps to lake front trail,. large yard, $1000/mo & utilities. First, last, references. (905)428- 3067. WHITBY - 3 BEDROOM HOUSE. 3 appliances plus washer/dryer. Large fenced backyard. Parking. Quiet neighbourhood. Non-smok- ers. References required. $1150+ Avail. Feb. 1. Call 905-767-7554 after 5pm. WHITBY,Semi detached, 3-bdrm, 2-1/2 bath, jacuzzi, 5 appliances, garage, double parking finished bsmt, a/c. No smoking, $1400 plus utilities. First/last. References. 905-666-9777 flaunt.myphotos.cc WHITBY- very clean, three bedroom brick bungalow, 1-4pc bath, hardwood, finished base- ment, 5 appliances, C/A, Deck, $1250 +utilities. Available Feb. 1st. No pets/smoking. Credit check & letters of employment re- quired. 905-686-2641 Ginny East- augh, Sales rep. Min Com First Source. 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE,10 Bassett Blvd., Whitby. available March 1, $1,300 plus utilities. No pets please. First & last. call (905)655-6600 8am-6 pm. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. LINDSAY:New luxury 2 bdrm./2 bath T.H. bung. End unit, ensuite bath, 4 appl./main floor laundry. Garage, close to shopping/excel- lent neighbourhood. Feb. 1, $1,250/mo. + utilities. No pets. 1-800-706-4409 or 905-852-4736. OSHAWA SOUTH 3 bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus util- ities. First/last. 905-579-9956 or To ll-free 1-866-922-6422. PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house, renovated. $999 + utilities. First/last. Memory Lane, Liver- pool/Finch. Available immediately. (416)724-0404 PICKERING VILLAGE,3-bdrms + garage, fenced yard, nice area, close to schools/amenities. Avail Feb.1st. $1250/mo plus hydro. First/last. Contact Rob (905)420- 3301 or (905)621-5342 PICKERING,Whites/Hwy 2, brand new, over 1700-sq ft. 3-bdrms, 2-1/2 baths, 5 appliances, fin. re- croom, walk-out, many upgrades. Close to schools/shops, 401/GO, medical centre. No smoking/pets. $1550/mo+ utilities. (905)839-7626 WORKING COUPLE with 2 small children looking to rent or rent to own a 3 bedroom house in the South Courtice, South Bowman- ville or Newcastle area for March 1st, 2006. References available. Please call 905-697-5834 and leave message. WORKING COUPLE with 2 small children looking to rent or rent to own a 3 bedroom house in the South Courtice, South Bowman- ville or Newcastle area for March 1st, 2006. References available. Please call 905-697-5834 and leave message. 13X10 ROOM, main floor of house near Oshawa Centre. Share Kitchen/bath with family. No parking, pets/smoking or laundry services. $100/week. Suits single working individual or student. 905-259-1132. AJAX - Furnished bedroom with own kitchen in quiet home in south Ajax. No smokers/pets. $500/mo. First/last. Avail. immediately. Call 905-619-1476. AJAX,$450/MO. Nice clean room, Hardwood floors, parking, walk to bus,plaza, gym, library. Internet, cable & phone included. No smok- ing. Avail. immediately. First/last. 416-568-5199. BROOKLIN - large unfurnished room on 3rd floor in adult-occupied building. Fridge, available now. No dogs, no smoking. $495/mo. inclu- sive. 905-424-9743. OSHAWA Harmony/401. fully fur- nished room for rent in quiet home. Laundry, parking, cable. Very clean. first/last required. No pets $425 (905)576-3982 OSHAWA,Large, clean furnished rooms for rent. Near all amenities. (905)579-6103, 905-259-6235 PICKERING - Brock and Finch, newly renovated, suit single male, microwave, fridge, laundry. Smok- ing, utilities and cable included. Beside bus stop, parking, immedi- ately, reasonable. (905) 686-4975. WEST PICKERING - furnished rooms in clean quiet all adult home. Suitable for mature respon- sible non-smokers. Share sep. kitchen, bathrooms, bus, parking, first/last/references. (905)509- 2459 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. CLEAN, BRIGHT MODERN townhouse to share, North Oshawa, near UOIT/ Durham Col- lege. Student preferred. $400 plus shared utilities. First/last. Avail- able Feb.1. 905-725-7270. OSHAWA Simcoe/Rossland, large, clean, warm furnished room with cable, suitable for quiet working gentleman. Share bath & furnished kitchen. Near bus, $350 & up. (905)728-4845 OSHAWA - 1-bdrm for rent in house. Cable, laundry, parking in- cluded. Share kitchen, bathroom. Avail immed/Feb. 1st.. Female professional preferred. $460/mo. Call 905-576-8819 SHARED ACCOMMODATION- non-smoking working professional preferred. Near 401/O.C./down- town Oshawa. Cable, parking, util- ities included. $450/mo. first/last preferred. 905-718-6471 after 6 p.m. WHITBY, BROCK/TAUNTON, 1 working person to share new 3- bedroom town. 1 room available. Parking, laundry, utilities included, $500/month, first/last. call (905)430-2003 FISHING BOAT - 14' fibreglass hull, back side bench & 2 middle sets, wired for lights & live well 20 hp. Evinrude, Northtrail trailer, tongue jade. Boat runs well & in great shape. $1700. Also 36 lb. thrust Minn Kota electric $250. Will store for winter. 705-328-0402 af- ter 6 p.m. "CARRIAGE HILLS RESORT" (time share) Barrie Ontario, 1 or 2 bdrms for July 15-22. Also Portu- gal, available (2-wk pkg) March 25 to April 8. Call Jean (905)666-0517 SINCERE SINGLES,to meet someone special call 1-866-719- 9116. Specializing in long term re- lationships since 1992. 1/2 price specials. FULL-TIME LIVE-IN NANNY required for children ages 7 years & 4 months. Call Suzette 416-422-9292. BROCK/MAJOR OAKS,tender loving care, fenced yard, outdoor playgym, playroom, 14 yrs. exp. nursing background, references, (905)683-8934 HWY#2/HARWOOD AREA.Reli- able daycare in my home. Afford- able rates. Non-smoking. Full- time. 6 months and up. Immedi- ate Opening. (905)231-9885. BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, ceiling lifts etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668-8560 OR 1-800-659- 0668 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 !!!2006. SATELLITE SERVICE for FTA receivers. www.durhamsat.com. Signup to our new dedicated support site. 905-767-0013 email: durhamsat@gmail.com Visit our booth at the Courtice fleemarket. 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 EVERYONE'S APPROVED*! Get a fully loaded MDG Computer with an Intel P4~3Ghz CPU starting from 99 cents/day**! Includes everything you need: FREE Printer/Scanner/Copier, FREE Software, 17" Perfectly Flat Monitor, Windows XP (*Bank Act Req, ** Plus S/H & Tax). Call 1- 800-431-6814 Now! 2 MATCHING loveseats and so- fas, both sets $300 each. 905-718- 6471 after 6 p.m. 4 WHEEL GO-GO SCOOTER,1 year old $1000. Call Bonnie (905)839-3947 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 CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES, Your parts Specialists! Refrigerators, $99/up. Washers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up, Visit our showroom. Large selection! 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ARIENS SNOWBLOWER, 8hp/24 in. 6 for/2 rev. Elec. start. 2 yrs. old. Paid $1800, selling $1025. 905-431-3430. 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. 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FINANCIAL at the "DURHAM CREDIT CENTRE" 24 HOUR CREDIT HOTLINE 1-866-293-5992 BAD CREDIT ●NO CREDIT ●BANKRUPT NEW IMMIGRANT ●REFUGEE "Some Down Payment may be required" O.M.C. FINANCIAL, Div. of 1129054 Ont. Inc., 3416 Fairview St. Suite 20D, Burlington ON LTN 2R5 YOU ARE APPROVED ! Simply Prove Your Income Your Residence You are Insurable You have a Valid Drivers License Only $299 Down NEWSTART LEASING 1-866-340-5559 KIBBLE Beautiful baby girl, Rachel Dianna, born January 2nd at St. Joseph's, Hamilton, weighing 7lb 8oz. Proud parents Gavin and Tracey and grandparents Gary and Judy Reid and Glyn and Rita Kibble. Christine and John Paggos of Pickering are excited to announce the engagement of their daughter Caterina Paggos to Doriano DiCarlo, son of Beatrice and Donato DiCarlo of Woodbridge. Wedding to take place in July of 2006. In Loving memory of Christine Mary Harrington August 4th, 1984 - January 14th, 2004 Wo r ds cannot express how deeply we feel about losing you. We cherish with every waking moment the time that we had with you. We miss your smile, your laugh, your eve- ry move in life. You continue to live on through your son Nolan and I know that he will make you proud to have been a mother for such a short time. Though God may have you in his arms he can never take you from our hearts and our thoughts. I know that you are not alone and that your Aunt Kathleen has you under her wings just as she did in life. Take care of each other and know that one day we will meet again. We love you and miss you so much. Nana, Papa, aunts Angela, Moira & Helen, uncles, & cousins. In Loving memory of Kathleen Kellachan December 15th, 1967 - January 14th, 2004 We little knew that morning, God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you You did not go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you You are always by our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again. Sadly missed by Mom & Dad, Sisters Angela, Moira and Helen brothers-in-law, niece and nephews. 'And Yet I Still Wish For What Could Not Be' In Loving Memory of Our Precious Son BRANDON TYLER BARON January 12, 1992 It's been 14 years and we still miss you so Forever Loved and Missed By Mommy (Lynn), Daddy (Andrew), Briana and Zachary PARKER, Brian Warren - Tragically on Saturday, January 7, 2006 in his 35th year, as a result of an accident in South Carolina. Warren was part of the Parker Trio, a well known Southern Gospel group. Warren was lead singer and accomplished at the keyboard. He was the recipient of numerous Cana- dian Gospel Music Association Awards. Warren is survived by his best friend/partner in life and minis- try, Shannan. Also survived by his parents Brian and Edna, sister Julie and her husband David, and nephews Ryan and Matthew. Fondly remembered by his Uncle Roger, Aunt June, cousins Garth and Lynne of Brampton, and relatives in Northern Ire- land. Remembered by the other members of the Parker Trio (P3), Angie and Brandt White. The fami- ly will receive friends at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Road, Pickering (East of Whites Road) from 2-4 and 7-9 pm Wednesday. Funeral service to be held at the Church on Thursday, January 12, 2006 at 1 pm. Interment Erskine Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parker Out- reach International (P.O Box 296, Pickering ON, L1V 2R4). Arrangements entrusted to MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 905-428-8488. A Book of Con- dolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funer- al.ca Absent from the body, present with his Lord and Savior, who Warren so faithfully loved and served! 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We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Re- pairs/Sales call S D L 905-428- 7559, cell 416-892-6965 CONTENTS SALE - Couches, d/r set, wall unit, junior bdrm., pictures & more. Call 905-668-3576 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. DININGROOM SET Solid Maple harvest table with 6 chairs, buffet & hutch $1,000. Please call (905)434-6913 GENERATOR BLOW-OUT!!All sizes, eg. 1800 watt $349.00. New, warranty. 888-743-9378. In Memory of my Twin Sister Tracy Lynn Gorman (nee Black) January 10, 1972 - December 7, 2002 I lay awake night after night When the world is fast asleep, I take a walk down memory lane Wi ping tears from my cheeks. The thirty years I shared with you Are worth their weight in gold, The sisterhood that you gave me is mine forever to have and to hold. Four birthdays have now gone by That I have to celebrate without you It's weird to have the day to myself And I never know what quite to do. Remembering you is easy, Trace, I do it everyday, But missing you is heartache That never goes away. I hold you close within my heart As a part of me you will always remain, To walk with me throughout my life Until we meet again. Lots of love, S ELECTRIC SCOOTER,2 wheel, red, new, never been used, with helmet. Suitable for trailer park or cottage. Electric, worth $600 new, asking $500 or best offer. Phone 1-705-786-2521. FURNACES,new, Mid-efficiency from $695; high-efficiency from $995; gas lines for stove, dryer, bbq etc from $99; Call The Gas Works 905-434-3028. HERBAL LIFE independent dis- tributor. Call me for products. Paul Thursby (905)683-4604, 647-282- 4604. 136 Delaney Drive, Ajax HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. 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Organized by conveners April Risto and Sharon Lalonde, with a multitude of helpful volunteers, the curling event featured 16 teams in the ‘Little Rock’ division, along with 16 rinks in the ban- tam/junior category. Each ‘Little Rock’ team played two six-end games, while the bantams/juniors used full-size rocks and played three six-end games apiece. Whitby Curling Club’s Elizabeth Hoskin rink swept up first-place honours in the ‘Little Rock’ division. With Hoskin were Kody Tarpey, Russell Matthews and Paul Olup. Annandale’s Tamra Barriault captured second spot, along with team- mates Cory Haslam, Jessica Lynne Walk- er and Brandon Moe. Michael Harris’s Ta m Heather club rink was third. The Dixie Curling Club team of Sarah Wilkes, Sarah Jesson, Jessica Corrado and Jackie Clarke placed first. Suzanne Miller’s Tam Heather Curling Club four- some came second, followed by the An- nandale team of skip Lesley Pyne, Stacey Hogan, Ren James and Sarah Leslie. Winners got first choice of the prize table, but all the players won a prize. ••• Pickering’s Olympian, Richard Hart, participated in the BDO Classic Cana- dian Open of Curling in Winnipeg last week. Vice on the Glenn Howard team with Brent Laing and Craig Savill, the Coldwater, Ontario-based rink hoped to qualify for some of the $100,000 purse, but they were sidelined Saturday morn- ing with a third loss that eliminated them from the competition. ••• The TCA Men’s Engergizer Bonspiel opened across the GTA on Jan. 7 and runs through until the finals on Jan. 14. There were Energizer playdowns on An- nandale ice on Monday, Jan. 9 but not Thursday, Jan. 12 as previously stated. Accordingly, the ice is free that night for any make-up games that league players may require. ••• The Robbie Burns Bonspiel slated for Jan. 28 is a no-go. The next on the An- nandale ’spiel calendar, however, is the ALICE (Annandale Ladies Invitational Cash Extravaganza) slated for Feb. 11, followed by the Valentine’s Jitney, which is currently accepting entries for the Feb. 18 competition. ••• The OCA Bantam Girls and Bantam Boys zone playdowns go this weekend at Dalewood Golf and Curling Club, near Port Hope. Jaclyn Stephenson and Les- ley Pyne skip Annandale’s two entries in the girls’ division. In the boys’ division, Michael Bryson and Corey Morrow skip their respective Annandale teams. Two winning teams from each draw of the double-knockout playdowns ad- vance to regionals at the Weston Golf and Country Club on Jan. 21 and 22. Next on the OCA zone competition is the entry of Gord Norton, Warren Leslie, Alex Bianchi and Ron Alexander, who head for the Best Western Intermediate men’s zone playdowns at Tam Heather on Jan. 28. Jason Liebregts/News Advertiser photo Jack Moore, of Ajax, is in the hack and set to throw the rock during ‘Little Rock’ division action at the annual Youth Bonspiel at the Annandale Curling Club in Ajax last Saturday. The event featured 16 teams in each of the ‘Little Rock’ and bantam/junior categories. A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 6, 2006 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 13, 2006 durhamregion.com ENTER TO WIN TICKETS!!! Name:______________________________ Phone #:____________________________ Mail or Drop off to: News Advertiser, 130 Commercail Ave., Ajax ON, L1S 2H5 Draw Date: January 17, 2006 at 12 noon. Winners will be notified by telephone. 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