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Home My WebLink AboutNA2006_02_24 The Pickering 40 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 49,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2006 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Film chronicles the 34-year battle waged in Pickering By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — A documentary more than seven years in the mak- ing about an issue 34 years in the making is finally getting its debut. Peter Shatalow began research- ing, filming and interviewing community activists about the Pickering airport lands in 1998. That work has resulted in the doc- umentary ‘Last Stand,’ which has its world premiere March 2 on the 34th anniversary of the announce- ment of the Pickering airport and the land expropriations. Mr. Shatalow first became in- terested in the issue when he was doing a television biography of artist Bill Lishman, who had been involved with the People Or Planes (POP) fight against the airport in the early 1970s. Mr. Shatalow’s wife grew up in Greenwood and the two thought the idea of a Pickering airport was a dead one when they moved back there in 1994. But in 1998 the fed- eral government declared its in- tention to designate the Pickering lands as an airport site. As op- position sprang up, Mr. Shatalow began to hear more about the ex- propriations of 1972 and the fight waged by POP. He thought it was a great story. “Just the initial injustice of it all,” said Mr. Shatalow, a producer, writer, director, cinematographer and editor. He has produced both award-winning documentaries and features. “To take land away from people for really nothing other than a political reason.” The film uses interviews, old photos and press clippings to tell Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Peter Shatalow has just completed a documentary of the Pickering airport issue, ‘Last Stand.’ It premieres March 2 in Ajax. He’s been doing interviews and following events since 1998. Airport documentary takes off Innocent man stabbed three times at Pickering home By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer PICKERING — A drug deal that turned sour led to a violent con- frontation on the front lawn of a Pickering home last June, a jury heard at the beginning of a Superior Court trial Wednesday. Andrea Baker, 24, said a disagree- ment between two young men she introduced started a simmering feud that resulted in her brother, Greg Baker, being stabbed three times on the evening of June 11, 2005. Mr. Baker had nothing to do with the drug transaction that set events in motion, she said. Ms. Baker testified Wednesday that she introduced Sean Tyrone Grant, an acquaintance who worked at a barber shop in her neighbour- hood, to another friend who could supply him with marijuana just days before the attack. It was Mr. Grant’s dissatisfaction with the dope -- and his insistence that Ms. Baker set things straight -- that led to the vio- lent confrontation, jurors heard. Mr. Grant, 25, has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and weapons charges in connection with the stabbing, which he admits he committed. Ms. Baker said that although she knew Mr. Grant just in passing, she helped him out when he asked if she knew where he could get his hands on a quantity of pot at a good price. She said she introduced Mr. Grant to a friend named Omar, and was pres- ent when the two men made a deal for a quarter pound of marijuana. Within a day or so Mr. Grant began repeatedly calling and showed up at her parent’s home on Rosefield Road, saying he’d been ripped off and demanding repayment, Ms. Baker testified. She said she repeat- edly told Mr. Grant that she had no role in the deal and that he’d have to take up his beef with Omar. 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Jurors lis- tened as prosecutor Glenn Brother- ston played a recording. “So I call your phone and I leave you all these messages and you can’t call me back,” Mr. Grant was heard to say on the tape. “Well, I’ll be coming to your yard and that will make you know.” The summer day was fading to evening when Mr. Grant showed up at the Rosefield townhouse, Ms. Baker testified. She went to talk to him in the driveway, but Mr. Grant once more became agitated, de- manding money, she said. It was at that point Greg Baker stepped in and the two began to struggle, jurors heard. When the two men were sepa- rated, Mr. Grant pulled a knife, Ms. Baker said. She said he threw a plas- tic bag full of marijuana aside and advanced with the weapon. “I’m going to take your brother’s life,” she recalled Mr. Grant saying. The fracas worsened with a friend of Mr. Grant’s stepping out of the shadows to join in, Ms. Baker said. Grant Baker grabbed a baseball bat from the house and smacked the other, as yet unidentified man in the head. In his opening address to jurors, Mr. Brotherston said it was then that Mr. Grant fell on the 28-year-old Mr. Baker with the knife, stabbing him repeatedly in the chest. The knife severed an artery and lacerated one of Mr. Baker’s lungs. After emer- gency treatment at a local hospital he was airlifted to intensive care in To ronto for life-saving surgery. The trial continues. ‘No big improvements were made,’ By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer PICKERING — A potentially crip- pling strike by the Canadian Union of Public Employees over Bill 206 has been averted. CUPE Ontario president Sid Ryan stepped down a provincewide job action scheduled to begin Thurs- day at midnight. “We have had good, productive, constructive discussions with the government during the course of the last 24 hours,” Mr. Ryan said We dnesday on the CUPE website. “As I and the premier both said this morning we have been working hard at a solution that is mutually satisfactory.” The legislation dealing with the Ontario Municipal Employees Re- tirement System (OMERS) was in- troduced for third and final reading in the Ontario Legislature Tuesday afternoon. The act entails changes to pen- sions and better benefits for police and fire personnel. OMERS is the pension plan for about 355,000 cur- rent and former employees, includ- ing municipal governments, school boards, libraries, police and fire de- partments, children’s aid societies and other local agencies. Roger Anderson, Durham chair- man and president of the Asso- ciation of Municipalities of Ontario, has a mixed reaction to the whole ordeal. “I am glad the employees are at work and they didn’t have to go out on strike,” Mr. Anderson said. “However, (the provincial govern- ment) have passed legislation with- out any regard for the taxpayer at all. We don’t support this bill. It will cost the taxpayers a lot of money.” Mr. Anderson holds to an ear- lier estimate that the legislation will cost taxpayers three per cent. “No big improvements were made to the bill. In fact, no im- provements were made,” Mr. An- derson said. The Province has agreed to re- view the legislation in six years, which was what stayed the strike, but that is not acceptable to Mr. Anderson. “In six years from now an awful lot of damage can happen,” he said. “The Province didn’t give any- thing. 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He recounted a situation outside of a Port Perry convenience store where two youths were using a large black toy rifle and police were called to respond. “Police are responding to what they be- lieve is a gun call and they see this, there is a potential for serious consequences,” said Const. Petzold, who works out of Port Perry. Scugog passed a bylaw last month to prevent those under 18 years of age from possessing “a replica firearm or an imita- tion firearm while on public property or on private property to which the public has general access.” Const. Petzold would like to see all municipalities across Dur- ham adopt a similar bylaw. “If parents wish to have their children play with guns in their own backyard, that’s fine. Just don’t bring them to school and don’t play with them on the streets,” he said. “This is not an attempt at gun con- trol, it is not an attempt to ban anything. It is an attempt to protect our children.” While many Pickering councillors sup- ported the idea of protecting both young people and police, they had reservations about adopting the bylaw. “I’m all for giving you as many tools as you can use. I sort of question in my mind, is it overkill?” said Ward 2 Regional Coun- cillor Bill McLean, a retired Toronto police officer. Ward 1 City Councillor Kevin Ashe had strong opposition. “This is the wrong way to go, it is govern- ment run amok when it comes to regulat- ing,” he said. “I’m the strongest law and order guy. I spent six years on the police board... I’m a strong supporter of law and order and giving tools to officers, I just think this is government regulation gone amok.” Inspector Jim Douglass from Durham Regional Police’s Ajax-Pickering Commu- nity Police Office said it’s about keeping children safe. “No one wants to overregu- late our children, we just want to make sure we’re protecting them,” he said. Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner introduced a motion to endorse the correspondence from Scugog Town- ship on the bylaw and to refer it to staff to prepare a bylaw for council’s approval. “I’m not sure that’s a road we want to go down, but it’s one worth investigating,” he said. Many councillors spoke of the need for education and thought maybe that would be a better way of letting youth know the dangers. Staff will bring a bylaw back for council’s consideration at a later meeting where the issue will be debated again. Many councillors said they hoped between now and then they would hear from residents and get more thoughts on this issue. DRIVING EDUCATION CENTRE A Complete Defensive Driving Course EVENING COURSES $299 PLUS GST. G2 & G ROAD TEST PREPARATION • GET YOUR LICENSE 4 MONTHS EARLIER • 25 HRS. IN CLASS • 10 HRS. IN CAR • SAVE UP TO 41% ON INSURANCE! 905-426-9611 68 HARWOOD AVE. S. 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Groen/ News Advertiser photo Durham Constable Todd Petzold was at Pickering council this week, explaining the dangers to children with the possession of toy guns. Pickering has asked staff to prepare a bylaw for consideration. the story from 1972 to today. Mr. Shatalow has footage of meetings, demolition of homes and protests from the past seven years. It ends with footage from the Brougham Uprising staged by Land Over Land- ings in November. “(It ends) on the note that the citi- zens of Pickering are still fighting,” he said. The film is still without a broad- caster, but Mr. Shatalow hopes that will change after the premiere. Doing the piece by himself has been difficult, but he thought it was an important story to tell. “It’s not a local issue at all. It’s a great lesson in civics, how the little guy with nothing but determination beat back the government,” he said. He was motivated to pull all his footage together in the fall and spent three or four months editing it. “I was always waiting for a conclu- sion to the process and there hasn’t been,” he said. Not too many people have seen the finished product, but Mr. Shata- low thinks people will respond well to it and he’s pleased with how the documentary turned out. “It’s a really good piece. There are parts when I think people are going to get really emotional,” he said. “This is a universal story. It could happen anywhere in the world.” The premiere is at J. Clarke Rich- ardson Collegiate in Ajax at 7:30 p.m. ‘Heroes’ from the first fight -- Dr. Charles Godfrey, Lorne Almack, Anne Howes, Isobel Thompson -- and those fighting today will be in attendance. For tickets, visit www. laststand.ca or call 905-428-2715. They are $10 each. We offer urban bistro cuisine and an extensive selection of wines and spirits in a casually elegant and tastefully appointed atmosphere. 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Should the plan receive final ap- proval following public consultation, it would see a retrofit of Pickering High School in Ajax and the construction of a new secondary school in Oshawa, north of Taunton Road. An exact loca- tion has not been finalized. A proposed addition at Pickering High would mean 26 additional class- rooms, a cafeteria, library and gym. The estimated cost is $20 million. “Pickering High has some good parts of the high school,” superintendent Jack Massie said in explaining why a retrofit was chosen as opposed to construction of a new school. “It would be a logistical nightmare to demolish the site. Working it over two years it will work well.” He went on to explain the board would also reface the front of the build- ing. By refurbishing the existing building Mr. Massie said the board would save $9 or $10 million. The board has three high schools in Ajax, with a combined Education Ministry-rated capacity of 3,840 and a current enrolment of 4,633. That enrol- ment is projected to increase to more than 5,000 by 2010. Pickering High has long battled for improvements to its building and stu- dent trustee Hayley Peglar, who attends the school, said she was extremely pleased with the announcement. “I hope I see it continue to get atten- tion,” Peglar said. Trustees also voiced their delight over the proposed construction of an unnamed school in north Oshawa, ex- pected to cost an estimated $29 mil- lion. Oshawa currently has six high schools with a combined ministry-rated capac- ity of 5,061 and an actual enrolment of 5,581 that is projected to grow to 5,600 by 2010. There are 563 high school students north of Taunton Road attending East- dale and O’Neill collegiates, with that number projected to increase to 1,129 by 2009. “This is something we desperately need in north Oshawa,” Trustee Susan Shelter said. Before these plans can be put into ac- tion they must have public consultation and be brought back to the board for final approval. Dates for public input have yet to be set, however the goal is to have them completed and the plan brought back for approval at the March 20 board meeting. Board chairman Michael Barrett said the meetings will include discussion of other accommodation issues brought forward by the public. Elementary school accommodation was not addressed at the meeting. 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They in- clude: an $8.6-billion worldwide loss in 2005, a rising Canadian dollar which makes building vehicles in Canada less attractive, the November announcements of the No. 2 Car plant closing in 2008 and the third shift in the No. 1 car plant being eliminated by the end of 2006, and other money hassles. The upshot of the meeting is that, despite that three-year agreement reached last year, the union will have to be part of the solution if General Motors is to have a vibrant future in this country. And that will require cost-savings in the hundreds of millions of dollars, as outlined in a memo delivered by management to the union on Feb. 14. The memo makes clear that, unless some agreement can be reached with the union on these and other issues, new products will be launched elsewhere. The message has been heard by union leadership. In a letter to all car plant workers, those union executives suggest that unless concessions are granted GM will look to build in “places like China, Mexico, Australia, India, Korea, Japan...” That’s the grim reality facing the Canadian GM worker in 2006. To get on a soapbox and wave the 2005 contract will not bring a new product into Plant No. 2 in 2008. It seems union leadership is interested in discussing contract changes with management, which is the right approach. Only through co-operation will we keep GM healthy and Durham Region thriving into the future. McTeague’s done a ‘good job’ To the editor: Re: ‘Right thing for party candidates is to vote with the team,’ letter to the editor, Feb. 15. The issue of Dan McTeague needs to be put to rest. I have been a Liberal all my life, member and organizer, provincial and federal. I have voted against the party when I disagreed strongly with the party platform and candidate. I would not have voted Liberal on Jan. 23, had it not been for Mr. McTeague. I feel Mr. McTe ague is a good man and has done a good job under dif- ficult circumstances and someone who stands up for what he believes in. Michael Agus is right, most people vote for the party and platform, because that is what they believe in, what they consider good for them and their country, and lastly, their can- didate, if they consider him worthy. The Liberal Party needs a good cleanout, adding fresh blood, getting rid of the old guard, and I believe that will happen now. Look who is coming out of the woodwork nationally, orga- nizing the Reform-Alliance/Conservative government, Derek Burney, Brian Mulroney’s chief of staff, senator Marjorie LeB- reton, a Mulroney Senate appointee, and now Michael Wilson, Canada’s new U.S. ambassador, and the GST man. Mind you, our new prime minister needs all the help he can get at the rate he is making errors, so why not Mr. Mulroney’s people, they gave us the GST, gave away our oil rights to the U.S. and took our deficit from $100 billion to over $600 billion. Surprise? That party also needs a good cleanout. Canada now has a government that can only survive with the support of the Bloc Quebecois, a party dedicated to the breakup of our great country. E.L. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submis- sions have been chosen for publica- tion. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com But f ormer Pickering hockey boss never expected to be there Y ou could call Markham Waxers head coach Rick Cornacchia a re- luctant bench boss. After leaving the Pickering Panthers organization as an owner and director of hockey operations following only one year with the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League club, Mr. Cornacchia was content to leave well enough alone from a coaching standpoint, wanting instead to concentrate on business interests. “I had no intention of doing any- thing,” says Mr. Cornacchia. Coaching in Markham “happened well after I parted company with Pickering. I was not going to do anything.” Cornacchia has never been far from the bench for more than 30 years. Most notable was his time as the coach of the Memorial Cup champion Oshawa Gener- als in 1990, where he guided the career of none other than wunderkind forward Eric Lindros. And, he was also the coach of Canada’s entry in the world junior cham- pionships in 1992. Like Michael Corleone from ‘The God- father’, Mr. Cornacchia was pulled back into coaching, however, with circum- stances coming into play that required him to get out the chalkboard and skates once again. His brother Joseph put together a group of investors to buy the Waxers during the summer, and he wanted to help out with some scouting. “I wanted to keep my hand in, but nothing significant,” he recalled. But, the sale of the team triggered the unwanted departure of former GM and coach Larry and Russ Herrington, who joined the staff of the Streetsville Derbys of the league’s West Conference. Mr. Cornacchia stepped into the coach- ing breach once again at the behest of his brother, lending credibility to an organi- zation that was suddenly without people in key positions. “If you bring a guy in who doesn’t have experience the kids are going to leave. I felt we had the nucleus of a good team and we wanted to keep that nucleus in- tact.” The move has been good for Mr. Cor- nacchia, and especially good for the Wax- ers, who’ve enjoyed a solid campaign, leading the way for most of the regular season before being edged out for first place in the South Conference by the pe- rennially strong St. Michael’s Buzzers. “These kids have been unbelievable. They’re great kids. The leadership on our team is excellent. We have good character guys and they bought in (to my system) right away.” Now, Mr. Cornacchia leads his Waxers into battle in the second round of the playoffs against his former Panthers team. But, don’t ask him to predict a winner -- it’s too close to call. Al Rivett’s column appears every third Friday. E-mail arivett@durhamregion. com. Cornacchia’s back behind the bench Al Rivett sports editor By Izabela Jaroszynski Staff Writer DURHAM — The local Ca- nadian Auto Workers Union is under a tight deadline to come up with a proposal that will satisfy General Motors management’s call to elimi- nate costs. Local CAW 222 president Chris Buckley says the company has asked the union to come up with a cost-saving pro- posal by March 1 in order to be con- sidered for a new product at the Os- hawa car assembly plant No. 2 and for future investment. “We are working with a gun to our heads,” Mr. Buckley said. GM has asked Local CAW 222 to consider certain con- tractual changes including the flexibility to outsource and insource work, to sub- contract certain workers, and the right to use temporary employees during product launches when no one is on layoff. Mr. Buckley said that the union has not agreed to any of those points and will not agree to anything that would be disadvantageous to the membership. “We are review- ing all of these items but before we give the com- pany any agree- ment, we would take it to the membership,” he said. John Scanlan, national repre- sentative of the CAW, said that issues of wages, health care, benefits and time off are not subject to negotiations in the current talks. Stew Low, public relations director for GM, said that the company is not making de- mands, but simply asking for talks to begin. “If the union brings other ideas to the table, we are certainly willing to listen,” he said. Mr. Buckley is “cautiously optimistic” that an agree- ment can be reached by the date set, but if that proves impossible, he said he hoped an extension would be given. He also said that at this point it would be ill-advised for the elected leadership of the union to refuse to sit down and talk. “We could roll the dice and gamble that this is a bluff,” he said. “But that would be irre- sponsible. We are gambling with thousands of people’s future.” In a letter to Mr. Scanlan, Jim Cameron, the director of labour relations for GM, said that the issues should not be treated lightly by either party. “The vehicle manufactur- ing business has become intensely competitive and global. General Motors, while currently the world’s largest automotive company, is under attack by competi- tors. Our competitors want our jobs and the opportuni- ties that our jobs provide,” he wrote Feb. 14. Mr. Buckley expressed similar concerns, saying that not only is Oshawa compet- ing for new products with offshore sites, but also with plants in the United States that have been slated to close. Without new investment, he said, the car assembly plants in Oshawa stand a chance of shutting down. In the letter, Mr. Cameron went on to say that GM “has made the decision that it will only invest in facilities which are able to demonstrate the ability to operate and build product competitively and profitably.” Got Diapers? In July 2006, waste collection services will change in the Region of Durham. Reduced bag limits may create a great challenge to households that produce an extraordinary amount of diapers, particularly households with young children or residents with medical conditions. Residents who believe they require special consideration regarding bag limits should submit a formal request to the Region of Durham Works Department, Attention: Diapers, 605 Rossland Road East, Box 623, Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 or by e-mail at diapers@region.durham.on.ca Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Ad vertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS * Delivered to selected households only Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Ajax and Pickering locations Christopher Friday’s carrier of the week is Christopher. He enjoys soccer & music. 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RENOCanada has shifted the focus of the former Plumbing Mart location from nearly a decade’s worth of retailing of plumbing hardware and fi xtures to specializing in design, renovations, and installations – a total solution from concept to completion. Their new inspiration centre offers customers a unique opportunity to fully realize a renovation dream in one simple stop. From the fi rst estimate to the fi nal daub of grout, RENOCanada handles each and every stage of a project. Their dedication to the smallest of details is certain to make them a preferred choice of discriminating consumers. The company promises consumers a positive experience by aligning itself with nationally acclaimed home renovation expert Sam Beninato, who has over a thousand projects to his personal credit. Beninato sums up the collective wisdom of RENOCanada’s strategy in a few words: inspiration, with an emphasis on quality. “When remodeling, remember that regardless of the styles you choose or the cost of the materials, there’s no substitute for good quality craftsmanship”. RENOCanada continues to carry forth a tradition of unsurpassed quality in workmanship and a comprehensive guarantee you can rely upon – it even covers the cost of a site inspection regardless of whether the nature of the call was warranty related. RENOCanada makes it a policy to enforce certain service standards, meaning in-house design and installation consultants must complete a minimum of 40 hours each year in skills refreshers and upgrades. These high standards of work put to rest the notion that contractors are messy and unreliable. RENOCanada’s renovation team is committed to starting and completing projects on time while paying careful attention to the details. 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Cannot be combined with other offers or promotional incentives. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 FRIDAY, FEB. 24 BINGO: Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays every Wednesday at 1 p.m. and Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. For Wednesday games, call Mary at 905-427-9000, and for Friday call Tom at 905-683-6565. EUCHRE: The Rouge Hill Seniors play every Friday at 6:45 p.m. at Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kings- ton Rd. Beginners welcome. 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). SALE: St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 1201 St. Martin’s Dr., holds a new-to- you sale from 7 to 8:30 p.m. featuring used clothing, toys and books, and a white elephant table. SATURDAY, FEB. 25 BASEBALL SIGNUPS: Ajax Spartans Minor Baseball Association holds all- ages registration for 2006 today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Home Run Academy, 695 Westney Rd. S. in Ajax. Visit www.ajaxbaseball. com. CARIBBEAN DANCE: The Pickering Carib-Canadian Cultural Association holds a Caribbean Night Show and Dance starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., south of Hwy. 2. Tick- ets are $15 for adults, $10 for youths, $5 for children under five. Call 905- 428-8244, 416-283-1757, 905-420-5196, 905-428-3164. STARVING ARTISTS: The Gather- ing Place, 1920 Bayly St., Pickering, hosts a ‘Starving Artists’ event from noon to 3:45 p.m. where there will be art, music, poetry, audio-visual presentations and a unique collection of stories of black heritage. Call 905- 686-9153. TUESDAY, FEB. 28 TAI CHI: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club offers tai chi Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Center, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. There is a new 10-week session starting Feb. 14. Cost $15. Call Sylvia at 905-683-6219. DISCUSSION GROUP: Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club’s Tuesday Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Dr. Michael Coulas discusses chiropractic care and general wellness. The group meets every Tuesday and everyone is welcome. Call 905-428-8711 (Shirley), 905-683-7799 (Louise). ROTARY CLUB MEETS: Interested in fun, friendship, and community involvement? The Rotary Club of Pickering is made up of active, caring, women and men who do good things for the community under the motto ‘Service Above Self.’ New member inquiries are welcome. The club holds breakfast meetings Tuesdays at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club, beginning at 7 a.m. Call Ryan Guthrie at 416-487-5200 or e-mail rguthrie@gu thrieinsurance.com. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1 SENIORS’ DROP IN: Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Dr. in Ajax, invites anyone 50 years or older to the Eagles Nest Drop In at 9:30 a.m. Activities include shuffleboard and table games or just relaxing and visiting with friends old and new. Refreshments are served. Call Jack Mackie at 905-686-5647 or Bob Mc- Donald at 905-665-7726. Runs every other Wednesday. OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT: Sup- port group meets from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres., Ajax. Guest speaker is George Daniels from the Canadian Red Cross, discussing its services and equipment. Call Linda at 905-509- 6510. ONE-PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families Association meets every Wednesday at KMW Health Care Services, 314 Harwood Ave. S., Unit 22 in Ajax. Meetings are at 8 p.m. except for the first Wednesday of each month when they start at 8:30 p.m. Call 905-683-1082. THURSDAY, MARCH 2 POT LUCK: The Rouge Hill Seniors hold a pot luck lunch at Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kings- ton Rd., at noon. Everyone welcome. The group’s monthly meeting takes place at the Centre at 1 p.m. The Rouge Hill Seniors wish to invite those over 55, interested in activities, trips, and meeting new people to join them. Call 905-420-4660 ext. 6302 or attend an event at the Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre. ALZHEIMER’S ANSWERS: The Pickering Public Library is hosting ‘Understanding Alzheimer Disease’, a free information night where the Alzheimer Society of Durham Region, in partnership with the library, sepa- rates the myths from the facts about Alzheimer’s disease. It runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the main branch of the library, 1 The Esplanade. The event is open to anyone with questions about memory loss. 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(IN RECEIVERSHIP) OF FURNITURE$2,000,000 inter home inter home BRAND NAME FURNITURE ON THE INSTRUCTIONS OF MINTZ & PARTNERS LTD. Summit Retail Services will conduct a OUR STORES ARE CLOSING AND INVENTORY IS BEING BROUGHT TO THIS LOCATION. COME EARLY AND SAVE $$$$FOR BEST SELECTION OF BRAND NAMES ON SOFAS, KITCHEN, DINING & BEDROOM SETS. HOURS: Mon-Fri 10a-6p Sat. 10a-6p Sun. 11a-5p $2,000,000 PICKERING Pickering Home & Leisure Centre 1755 Pickering Parkway PICKERING HOME & LEISURE CTRE.BROCK RD.KINGSTON RD. HWY. 401 NOTION RD.PICKERING Everything is to be sold to the bare walls. on all furntiture STORE CLOSING SALE STORE CLOSING SALE Save 60%-80% ENDS SUNDAY! Store is closing for e v e r ! THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com Crunch time AJAX — Left, Kyle Peters, performing a decline ball exchange, tosses a medicine ball to Stephen Small. The Durham Alternative Second- ary School, Pickering cam- pus, students were working out at the McLean Communi- ty Centre recently, as part of a six-week program toward earning a physical educa- tion credit. Right, Yolanda Moshrefzade concentrates hard as she works on her oblique abdominals. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo DURHAM — Doctors shouldn’t have to wait a year to practise after mov- ing into Ontario, according to the Region. Durham council passed a motion Feb. 15, made by Oshawa Councillor Robert Lutczyk, that urges the pro- vincial government to take immediate action to remove barriers doctors face when moving into Ontario. “I was stunned to learn that Canadian-trained doc- tors have to wait up to a year,” Coun. Lutczyk said. “All of us have physi- cian recruitment,” Whitby Councillor Joe Drumm said. “A lot of municipalities are spending a lot of money to try to lure doctors to the area.” Canadian family physi- cians are able to move be- tween provinces and open practices immediately in other provinces, but not in Ontario. Before a physician practising elsewhere in Canada can set up in On- tario they must receive medical licensing though an examination of the Col- lege of Family Physicians of Canada; apply for a re- stricted licence to practice with the understanding that certification by examination will be achieved within three years; or apply for registra- tion through practice as- sessment. Each of these criteria can take up to a year be- fore the doctor is able to open a medical practice in Ontario. Ontario Clean Air Alliance DURHAM — The Region does not want the Ontario Clean Air Alliance speaking for it despite Durham’s mem- bership in the organization. The alliance recently voiced its opposition to new nuclear operations in On- tario. Durham supports new nuclear, including the Candu reactor. Brian Nicholson sug- gested Feb. 15 that Durham council take a more produc- tive approach and meet with the alliance as opposed to just walking away from the organization. “Let’s go back to them and force them, as a mem- ber to justify their position,” said the Oshawa councillor. Clarington Mayor John Mutton explained they have spoken to the alliance, to no avail. “They do not support new build when Durham Region does,” Mayor Mutton said. “That is why we should pull our membership in the Clean Air Alliance.” Council passed a motion to review and reconsider its membership. Durham wants Province to buckle down on seat-belts DURHAM — The Region is urging the provincial gov- ernment to amend the High- way Traffic Act to dictate that the number of passengers in a vehicle be restricted to the number of seat-belts. Ontario’s Highway Traf- fic Act does not restrict the number of passengers to the number of seat-belts. Failure to wear a seat-belt in 2003, according to Transport Can- ada, resulted in 37 per cent of passengers being fatally injured and 20 per cent being seriously injured. Durham medical officer of health Dr. Robert Kyle explained this would apply only to vehicles as defined by the act and not all-terrain ve- hicles, buses or motorcycles. Also antique vehicles that do not have seat-belts would be exempt. Region in brief FEBRUARY 24, 2006 Durham wants barriers removed for doctors 30%ff men’s and women’s fashions & jeans by TOMMY HILFIGER DENIM, CK JEANS, IZOD JEANS, BUFFALO, IKEDA and more 30%ff women’s selected spring fashions by STYLE&CO., NINE&CO. and MANTLES ™ 25%-40%ff women’s selected designer fashions Includes petites and Above Average. $2999 men’s CHAPS short-sleeved knit shirt Comparable value $58 30%ff women’s selected shoes by NATURALIZER, ROCKPORT, EXPRESSION,TOGO ™& FAIRSET All electronics on sale For example:TOSHIBA 27'' TV #27AF45C. Reg. $399.99.Sale $349.99 Excludes Sony XBR, Bose and Acer. up to 30%ff major appliances by BEAUMARK, FRIGIDAIRE & WHIRLPOOL Includes end-of-line and discontinued items. 25%ff HOUSE&HOME dinnerware, stemware, serveware, giftware, flatware & decorative accessories 25%ff MANTLES™all bedding and bath fashions FRIDAY, FEB. 24TH – SUNDAY, FEB. 26TH GET IT NOW SALE FINA L WEEK E N D! 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When you see “POWER BUY” or “MANAGER’S SPECIAL” you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you. We may tell you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges or would likely charge for the same or a comparable value item. Quantities of our Power Buys and Manager’s Specials and items located in any “Style Outlet” in-store departments are limited and may vary from store to store – no rainchecks or substitutions. When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in-store for details. 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Selection may vary by store.While quantities last. save the GST all clearance-priced electronics including TVs, cameras, audio systems and more While quantities last. Selection will vary by store. Receive a discount equal to the GST off our clearance prices. CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers: We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our flyer dated: February 24-March 2. Product: Toshiba RDXS34 DVD Recorder/Player. This product is advertised as being a Combo Recorder on p. 20 of our February 24th flyer. In fact, it is a Hard Drive DVD recorder. SKU: 10059004 CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers: We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our flyer dated: February 24-March 2. Product: DVD Recorder with 80 GB Hard Drive. On pg. 20 of our February 24 flyer, this product was advertised with the wrong sku and specifications. In fact, the product is a progressive scan DVD/CD player, not a DVD recorder.. The correct sku is 10061300, and the product does not have a hard drive. SKU:10059243 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 Replica g un bylaw endorsed by m ayors, chairmen Position now going to other levels of office By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — A local idea aiming to curb replica gun use by youth has received support from across the Greater Toronto Area. The Township of Scugog passed a bylaw last month to regulate the pos- session and use of replica and imita- tion guns in public spaces by people under the age of 18. It enables the police to seize toy guns from children in public places and possibly give them a $150 fine. The bylaw, according to Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce, was born out of a number of incidents related to replica and imitation handguns, a problem that reaches beyond the borders of Durham. From Scugog the bylaw was en- dorsed by the Region of Durham and went on to last Friday’s meeting of Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton Mayors and regional chairmen. In an unanimous vote, the motion was endorsed. “We look forward to forwarding it on to the Ontario Chiefs of Police and the Canadian Chiefs of police,” Roger Anderson, Durham chairman and president of the Association of Mu- nicipalities of Ontario (AMO), said. The mayors and regional chairmen also unanimously agreed to forward the issue to the federal and provin- cial governments, GTA and Hamilton school boards, GTA and Hamilton members of Parliament and mem- bers of provincial parliament, and AMO for support and action. “I think it shows the issue of guns is not just Toronto orientated,” Mr. Anderson said. “It affects everyone.” Federal legislation prohibits the sale of replica or imitation handguns to people younger than 18 but there was no rule on possessing them in public. 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The board sent account represents the costs to trust- ees for attending functions they were sent to by the board. Trustee expenses are as follows: •Chairman Mary Ann Mar- tin, $6,828.26 for board sent, $1,642.87 for mileage •Vice-chairman Joe Corey, $3,063.42 and $470.30 • Fred Jones, $1,276.19 and $234.60 • Kathy LeFort, $4,134.08 and $1,179.89 • Jim McCafferty, $1,203.76 and $1,488.80 • Scott Murdock, $3,626.41 and $0 • Janice Oldman: $1,375.23 and $520.80 •Paul Bannister, $0 and $477.30. 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An $800,000 expense to the Durham Catholic District School Board, the system will provide the board with the capacity to report board data to the Education Ministry through the Ontario Student Informa- tion System (OnSIS). During the Feb. 13 board meeting, trustees approved a staff report updating them on the status of implementing the system. The report says the system’s server equipment and software were loaded in September. Although boards were expected to meet an October 2005 deadline for sending student information, the ministry did not have OnSIS applications ready for use until the end of January, delaying system vendors in making necessary compliance modifications. The deadline for sending the October 2005 student information is now in March. An eSIS executive steering com- mittee has been established to over- see any project changes and their effects on timing and budget, says the report. The committee meets on a monthly or need-to basis and will review options for rollout and train- ing in light of current challenges. Building progress DURHAM — A progress re- port on St. Joseph, St. Bridget and Brother Andre Catholic schools was received by trustees during the Feb. 13 Durham Catholic District School Board meeting. According to the report, St. Joseph’s in Oshawa opened to stu- dents the first day of the new year; its projected occupancy date was September 2005. Corrections to deficiencies continue and are sched- uled for completion by Feb. 17. Sod on the playing field will be installed in the spring. For St. Bridget’s in Whitby, all de- ficiencies have been completed, but a leak was reported. The work will be completed under warranty when weather conditions allow and final pay- ment is made to the contractor. Brother Andre in Ajax continues to have its issues addressed and has had a deadline date of Feb. 17 set. The folding gym partition remains the largest single item outstanding and arrangements for its installation have been made for March break. A second groundwater depression has recently appeared and the architect was advised to direct remedial ac- tion for the spring. Board sets its budget schedule DURHAM — The Catholic school board is putting itself on a budget schedule. A preliminary 2006/07 school year budget schedule approved by the Durham Catholic District School Board at its Feb. 13 meeting lists a budget overview being presented at the Feb. 27 board meeting, with administration and council budget review meetings to occur in March, April and May, and finance com- mittee meetings in May and June. A presentation of the budget’s first draft is planned for June 12, with ap- proval of the 2006/07 estimates and operating report presented at the June 26 meeting. The budget sched- ule also included timelines for when it would be given to staff. 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Kilometres away from reaching Rouge and Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospital, parents Gord and Yvonne Jones were forced to pull over just shy of the Whitby intersec- tion after six pound, eight ounce Ashley decided she couldn’t wait to make her entrance into the world. Ms. Jones went into labour and Mr. Jones sprung into action. “Her water had already broken, and then within a minute I saw the head of the baby,” said Mr. Jones, who delivered the baby just after 10 a.m. Wednes- day with the help of 911. Seconds later, officials with Durham Regional EMS ar- rived to assist as well. “I just dropped the phone and the baby came out,” Mr. Jones added. “I caught the baby, put the baby on her stomach; the baby just started to cry and the EMS (worker) was right over my shoulder, and they took over from there.” Mr. Jones said his wife was about six minutes apart with contractions We dnesday morning when he stepped out of his Whitby home to get ready for the trip to the hospital. Minutes later, he said he got a call on his cellphone from his wife saying the contractions had suddenly increased to one minute apart. A short time later, he found himself deliver- ing the baby on Rossland Road. “It was scary, but it hap- pened so fast you really couldn’t have time to be scared. You just had to do what needed to be done,” he said. “It was nice having 911 — someone to talk to — and (Durham Regional) EMS made a great effort getting there as fast as they did.” Mr. Jones said both his wife and baby Ashley are both resting and doing fine at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Mr. Jones, however, was still on cloud nine after the whole ordeal. “I’m feeling great right now -- I think I’m still a little bit on a high,” he said We dnesday. Darlene Ireland, Mr. Jones’s sister, said when her own daughter was born 22 years ago, she too never made it inside Rouge Valley Ajax-Pickering to deliver, instead having her baby on the front steps of the hospital. “It’s like it’s running in the family here,” she joked. One more for the road trip Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Young Ashley Rachel Dee Jones was in a big hurry to join her family this week, arriving in the world on the trip to Rouge Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Dad Gord helped mom Yvonne deliver a brother for Nicolas in the car en route to hospital. King wants support for ban DURHAM — Discussion of support for a ban on hand- guns has been referred to the Durham Police Services Board. Durham coun- cil, in a close 14- 13 vote, decided Feb. 15 to refer a resolution from the To w nship of King to the board for comment. King adopted the resolution Jan. 16, supporting the City of Toronto, Prov- ince and federal government in improving gun control and stiffer sen- tences for gun-related crime. “In my opinion there is no need for a handgun to be owned in the region,” Os- hawa Councillor Brian Nich- olson said. “It is time we recognize the threat. They are used to hunt people. I think it is time we get out and protect our resi- dents.” Oshawa Mayor John Gray said it is not legal guns that are the issue but the focus should be on ille- gal guns entering the country. “If someone wants to collect guns far be it from me to say, ‘Thou shall not collect guns’,” Mayor Gray said. “But if we can stem the tide of those guns coming into the country then we will curtail some of these gang-related murders.” Durham wants police board input on handgun proposal John Gray There’s never been a better time to buy! 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No longer considered solely the industry of the blue collar worker, skilled trades are being marketed to youth as exciting and viable career options. The fair is designed to go beyond the traditional infor- mation booth layout and will include demonstrations, ac- tivities and full exhibits. More than 1,500 youth and 40 ex- hibitors from across Durham Region are expected to partici- pate in the event. Those inter- ested can join in the fun at the Oshawa Civic Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Youth trades fair coming to Durham A/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com Salary, benefits among the outstanding issues By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — Supply teachers here, without a contract since August 2004, are poised to strike if they don’t see movement in contract negotiations. “Negotiations are still on,” said Ingrid Thompson. “They are moving very slowly; they are amicable but we would like to see some movement.” Ms. Thompson is president of the Elementary Teachers’ Fed- eration of Ontario (ETFO) Dur- ham occasional teachers’ local. It represents more than 750 el- ementary supply teachers at the Durham District School Board. Of the 31 public boards in On- tario, Ms. Thompson said 18 have reached a deal. “Eighteen have gotten what we want, why can’t we get the same?” she said. On Monday, the public ele- mentary supply teachers in Dur- ham voted 97 per cent in favour of strike action. Ms. Thompson said contrac- tual demands deal with salary, benefits, number of days to long- term occasional status, cumula- tive sick leave, experience credit, priority hiring and occasional teachers’ ability to adhere to the time tables of teachers they re- place. “If I am called in to supply, then I assume the duties and responsibilities, including prep time, and that is not being hon- oured.” Ms. Thompson said. “If the board doesn’t get serious and put some good offers on the table, if we come to a complete block, yes, we will strike.” In September 2005, occasional teachers started to bargain with the government and they made their first presentation in No- vember. “We have had a number of meetings in November, Decem- ber and January,” Ms. Thompson said. “We have reached an im- passe.” Sally McIlveen, with the Dur- ham board, is optimistic the situ- ation will not reach the point where the occasional teachers will strike. “I am hopeful that the nego- tiations we have ongoing will be successful in resolving the issues between the parties before there would be a withdrawal of ser- vices,” Ms. McIlveen said. 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Twenty-five students, from Grade 4 to 8, are working together to create a peace quilt to send across the world to another coun- try as part of the Global Art Proj- ect. In return, they will be the re- cipients of a piece of art someone else has created to promote peace and extend a gift of friendship. “The Global Art Project exem- plifies in concrete form that we can be different, yet act together as integral members of one living organism, our Earth,” says Kath- erine Josten, founder and direc- tor of the Global Art Project. This year marks the 7th Bien- nial Global Arts Project. Individu- als and groups from across the globe exchange artwork with one another, giving “a gift of uncondi- tional love,” according to Josten. By exchanging artwork across the world, Josten feels it helps “do something practical (to promote peace) as well as help make it real.” The idea is to promote “tol- erance and non-violence through art.” Although rewarding, the project requires a tremendous amount of dedication. “The administrative aspect of it is very difficult to keep up with,” recounts Josten. She compares it to “giving birth, I swear I’ll never do it again, but then the response I receive just fills my soul” and so she starts all over again. It was creating “quality art as well as the giving of art” that ini- tially inspired Akler. Her ideal “was to find a way to use art to promote peace.” Ajax resident Ruth Matthews participated in the Global Arts Project four years ago. Her stu- dents in Blaisdale Montessori’s upper classes created a piece of art to send to Burundi in South Africa. After waiting nearly a year for a response, they were sur- prised to receive artwork from men who “had been orphaned by the war,” says Matthews. The art was “incredible,” she describes. They had created a wooden figure with a Canadian flag painted on it. The Global Arts Project, initiat- ed in Tucson, Arizona, has grown significantly over the years. What started off with 3,600 people from 19 different countries has grown into a collaboration of 10,000 to 15,000 people from all seven con- tinents. Since its inception in 1994, more than 67,000 people from around the world have partici- pated in the project. Promoting peace, one project at a time The following movies open at Ajax and Pickering cinemas this week- end: Madea’s Family Reunion Directed by Tyler Perry Starring Tyler Perry, Blair Under- wood, Lynn Whitfield. PG-13 An unstoppable force of nature, Madea may have finally taken on more than she can chew. She has just been court ordered to be in charge of Nikki, a rebellious run- away, her nieces Lisa and Vanessa are suffering relationship trouble, and through it all she has to orga- nize her family reunion. As the reunion approaches, se- crets are revealed and tensions rise. Madea must use every tactic in her arsenal to not only keep the peace, but keep her family together. Running Scared Directed by Wayne Kramer Starring Paul Walker, Chazz Pal- minteri, Cameron Bright R Low-level mobster (Walker), in order to save his family, must re- cover a gun used in a mob hit before it’s found by his bosses or the cops. Also playing: “Doogal’. It’s a family affair run amok at Madea’s reunion Celia Klemenz/News Advertiser photo Rebecca Fisico and Nicole Crutchley are two of 25 students, parent volunteers and teachers at Fairport Beach Public School working on a Global Arts Project peace quilt. When completed, the quilt will be sent elsewhere in the world to further the cause of peace and students will receive a gift in return from elsewhere in the world. FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com Entertainment in brief FEBRUARY 24, 2006 [ Literature ] Learn storytelling tips at upcoming Ajax seminar AJAX — If you have a story to tell, but are looking for writing tips, a seminar this weekend could help. Basic Storytelling for Memoir Writers (and other writers too) is being held Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Southside Wo r ship Centre, 55 Emperor St., Ajax. Topics include the basic elements of storytelling, the dif- ference that will make a story interesting to others, telling your own story versus telling someone else’s story, and how to get start- ed in writing. Cost is $20. Proceeds from the seminar will be donated to the Tammy Young ‘Forget-me-Not’ Fund in sup- port of the Bevy of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation. For more information, call Nancy Hendriks at 905-619-9079 or e-mail at nancy_hendriks@yahoo. ca. [ Art ] Students can trash their artwork DURHAM — Ajax and Pickering students can turn their garbage into award-winning art- work. The Friends of the Rouge Wa tershed’s fifth annual Climate Change contest is for students in Grade 4 to 12. Students are to make a cre- ation from garbage or reused materials that relates to the topic of Climate Change, as part of the One Tonne Challenge. Students can use their ma- terials three different ways: art -- murals, sculptures, paintings, cartoon strips, and ads; video -- documentaries or television com- mercials; or fashion -- clothing and accessories. Prizes will be awarded in each category for Grade 4 to 8 submis- sions and those from Grade 9 to 12. Deadline is Friday, May 12 at 4 p.m. All submissions will be dis- played at a community centre and/or gallery. For more information, call the Friends of the Rouge Watershed’s Sadi Siva at 416-208-0252 or e- mail sadhana@frw.ca. Coaches expect close playoff series, with special teams, goaltending being keys By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Comparing the Pickering Panthers and the Markham Waxers, there’s really not much to choose between the two. The OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League teams open their best-of-seven South Conference semifinal series in Markham tonight at 7:30 p.m. Game 2 is at the Pickering Rec- reation Complex on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Wa nt to talk goaltending? The Panthers are strong in net with veteran Mark Duchesne lead- ing the way in Pickering’s four- games-to-two series victory over the Vaughan Vipers in the first playoff round. The Waxers? They’re equally capable with Kyle Russel, who saw the bulk of the work in Markham’s five-game series (4- 1) victory over the Toronto Thun- derbirds, or Trevor O’Neill. Ve teran leadership? Both teams have plenty. Looking at the final standings, the Panthers finished with more wins (30 to Markham’s 29), but the Waxers nailed down sec- ond spot, two points ahead of Pickering. The Waxers won the four-game season series between the two clubs, three games to one. But, two of those wins were by one goal, while the other was by a two-goal margin. The largest margin of victory came in Picker- ing’s 5-1 win in November. “It’s pretty evident that for us to win, special teams and goal- tending will be crucial,” explains Markham coach Rick Cornac- chia, in his first season on the Wa xers’ bench. Previously, he was a part-owner and director of hockey operations for the Pan- thers. “We have confidence in both our goaltenders. Kyle Russel played four of the five games in the last series against Toronto. O’Neill went in for the last game and played extremely well.” Pickering coach John Winder concurs goaltending is a series key, noting too that the Markham power play is especially danger- ous, thus the Panthers must steer clear of the penalty box. Winder notes the Panthers depth in the forward lines may be the wild-card in the series. “I think our forwards are still going to give us the edge in terms of depth,” says Winder. “A t the high end -- (Daniel) Tor- res, (Brett) Molnar, (Ryan) Oli- dis and (David) Kostuch -- if you talk about those players in terms of talent -- our top four against those four -- those four have pro- duced more. But, if you go down the next eight players, we would have the edge. “We’re hoping our next two lines are going to pick it up. And, if our top two lines can hold their own against their top two lines that would be a big difference there.” The ‘X’ factor in the series for the Panthers resides on the blue- line in the form of captain Ryan Annesley. The Canadian junior ‘A’ and league all-star defence- man has had an outstanding campaign this season and is most certainly the top defenceman on either team. The South Conference de- fenceman of the year will be counted on not only for his de- fensive prowess, but also to pro- vide some offensive punch. “They do have some very good defencemen, but Ryan Annes- ley is better than anything they have. If you compare defence to defence, I think Ryan Annesley’s ability speaks for itself. Defen- sively, he’s very responsible and offensively, he’s very dangerous,” says Winder of the rearguard who recently signed for an NCAA Division 1 scholarship to Niagara University in New York State. Although Markham has home- ice advantage in the series, Cor- nacchia sees it as no advantage at all. He says his Waxers have played equally well on the road and at home. And, the Waxers’ stats prove exactly that. Markham was 14-7- 2-1 at home during the regular season and 15-7-3 on the road. Pickering had a 16-6-1-1 re- cord on home ice, compared to 14-11-0-0 on the road. Don’t look for either coach to make any bold predictions. They say the series represents a dif- ficult road for both teams. “I think they’re going to be very close games,” says Winder. Adds Cornacchia, “I think every game is going to be real, real close. A goal here and a break there is going to make the difference. Both teams are expe- rienced. It’s going to be very, very close.” durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Panthers and Waxers face off in next round Panthers’ Postscript The Panthers enter the series without the services of defenceman Ed Snetsinger, who’s out with the ubiquitous “lower-body injury”, says head coach John Winder. Snet- singer will definitely miss Friday’s game, but may be avail- able Saturday... Forward Cory Battista suffered from a “bad cold,” keeping him out of last Monday’s series-clinching game against the Vaughan Vipers. Winder says Battista will be back Friday... The Waxers have two former Panthers on their roster -- forwards Joel Lenius and Mark Cornacchia... Justin Fox leads the Panthers in playoff scoring with four goals and four assists in six games...Winder called up Rob- ert Bentley from the Ajax- Pickering Raiders ‘AAA’ midgets for three games in the Vaughan series, and Bentley responded with a goal...The Panthers were ousted by the Waxers in the first round of last year’s South Conference playoffs four games to two... Game 1: at Markham, Friday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m.; Game 2: at Pickering, Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m.; Game 3: at Markham, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.; Game 4: at Pickering, Friday, March 3, 7:30 p.m. *Game 5: at Markham, Saturday, March 4, 7:30 p.m.; *Game 6: at Pickering, Tuesday, March 7, 8:30 p.m.; *Game 7: at Markham, Wednesday, March 8, 7 p.m. (* if necessary) vs. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Samantha’s on a roll PICKERING — Samantha Warden from Frenchman’s Bay Public School in Pickering, throws a rock in the Durham Student Curling Bonspiel hosted by the Durham District School Board at the Oshawa Curling Club recently. PICKERING — Members of the Pickering Athletic Centre owned the podium in the Level 5 category at a provincial gymnastics qualifier. Katie Towers came in first, while Julia Watters placed second and Re- becca Brown third in the event, held Feb. 10 to 12 in Oshawa. It was the third qualifier for the centre’s artistic women’s provincial athletes. To wers placed second on the vault, third on the uneven parallel bars and balance beam and fourth on floor. Watters was first on the floor, second on the bars and beam and eighth on the vault, while Brown was first on bars, second on beam, eighth on vault and ninth on floor. Alexandra Clayton competed in the Level 7, ages 12 and 13 category, and came away first. She had a third on the vault and floor, and fifths on the bars and beam. Emily Towers placed sixth overall, with a second on vault, fourth on the floor, sixth on beam and eighth on the bars. Samantha Smedley came in fifth overall in Level 6, age 9, with sec- onds on the vault and beam, third on the floor and sixth on the bars. Sydney Marcoux finished fourth overall in Level 6, ages 10 and 11, placing second on the vault, fifth on the bars and beam, and seventh on the floor. In the same category, Alexandra Large came in sixth over- all, with a first on vault and floor, second on bars and 14th on beam. Maya Swami captured seventh in Level 8, ages 10 and 11, with a sec- ond on beam, third on vault, fourth on floor and ninth on bars. In Level 8, ages 12 and 13, Shan- non Riches came in 13th, with a seventh on floor, eighth on vault, and 12th on the bars and beam. City gymnasts on the podium Hart, Howard headed to Rock, hope for big payday By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — It wasn’t classic curling, but it was fun for all who took part in the annual Valentine’s Jitney at the Annandale Curling Club last Saturday. The event introduced many new curlers to the sport, with each rink playing two six-end games. Top scoring teams earned bragging rights and were allowed up first to the buffet table, with the din- ner ending a fun-filled day on the pebbled ice. ••• With a date at the Brier loom- ing, the Glenn Howard rink -- with Olympian and Pickering resident Richard Hart playing vice -- is gear- ing up for the Canadian men’s championships at the 2006 Mas- ters of Curling in St. John’s, Nfld., next weekend, Feb. 23 to 26. The event carries a huge payday, with $100,000 up for grabs. The Ontario champion Howard rink, which also includes Brent Laing and Craig Savill, faces plenty of tough competition, which will help in its Brier quest in Regina from March 11 to 19. ••• The Lesley Pyne mixed bantam/ junior rink captured the title at the annual St. George’s Dragon Fire Bantam/Junior Bonspiel on Feb. 12. The Annandale rink posted the highest point total over the two draws to claim top spot. Curling with Pyne were Wesley Forget, Sta- cey Hogan and Emmett Murphy. 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Strong interpersonal and communication skills are important because of the daily contact with staff, the development community, other professionals, Council and the general public. A valid Driver's licence (Class G) and vehicle are required. This is a one year contract, available because of a maternity leave. The Applications are to be directed to the attention of: Mr. R. Carl Cannon, CAO Municipality of Port Hope To wn Hall, 56 Queen Street P.O. Box 117 Port Hope, On L1A 3V9 Phone: 905 885 4544 Fax: 905 885 7698 E-mail: ccannon@porthope.ca Resumes will be accepted until 12:00 p.m., Monday, March 13, 2006. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but advise only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. THE MUNICIPALITY OF PORT HOPE Invites Applications for the position of DIRECTOR OF PLANNING SERVICES The Director of Planning Services, reporting directly to the Clerk/Deputy CAO, is responsible for the management and implementation of land use planning and the building department functions and services for the Municipality, in conformity with the Ontario Planning Act, the Official Plan, and the Building Code. The position of Director of Planning Services requires a degree in land use planning, urban geography or equivalent and significant senior level municipal experience. Membership in the Ontario Provincial Planning Institute would be an asset. Strong leadership skills combined with integrity, system thinking, a problem solving approach and excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are essential. Excellent management skills including computer proficiency, budgeting, and financial management are necessary. Applications are to be directed to the attention of: Mr. R. Carl Cannon, CAO Municipality of Port Hope To wn Hall, 56 Queen Street P.O. Box 117 Port Hope, On L1A 3V9 Phone: 905 885 4544 Fax: 905 885 7698 E-mail: ccannon@porthope.ca Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 p.m., Monday, March 13, 2006. This is a re-advertisement of this position. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but advise only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 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Online Multimedia Specialist (Part-Time), Metroland Durham Region Media Group durhamregion.com, Durham Region's leading community site, seeks an online multimedia specialist. The successful candidate has proven expertise in Flash and Flash video. Strong working knowledge of Macin- tosh OS X, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML, Dreamweaver and Fireworks also required. Familiarity with Final Cut Pro a plus. This is a junior (two-days-a-week) position with plenty of room to grow. Applicants should submit their resume and portfolio electronically (in Word or PDF format) to: Todd Blayone, Business Development Manager, Interactive (tblayone@durhamregion.com). We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. DZ DRIVER - OSHAWA Career opportunity at Praxair Canada Inc. Min.3 yrs.Straight truck exp./ clean abstract.Competitive wages & benefits. 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Previous Sales/Closing Experience, Basic Computer Skills and a Positive Attitude Are Assets. SCARBOROUGH LOCATION 11 Grand Marshall Drive, Morningside & 401 (TTC accessible) Please call now: 416-269-8333 Durham Truck and Equipment Sales & Service is currently seeking a PA RT S FOREPERSON to work in our Mack/Volvo Truck Dealer- ship. The successful candidate will be respon- sible to work with, train and encourage all parts staff including increasing productivity and proficiency in a sales environment. Re- sponsibilities will also include scheduling shifts and supervision of parts staff. Experi- ence in the heavy duty truck industry, specifi- cally Mack/Volvo parts, is a necessity. Com- puter experience is vital for this position which includes looking up parts in an internet environment as well as invoicing. Knowledge of shipping / receiving processes would be useful. In return we offer highly competitive Wages, Benefits, Bonuses and a great team environment. Please send resumes attention: Human Resources Fax: (905) 426-2771 or E-mail: emontgomery@durhamtruck.com Only those selected for an interview will be contacted Robinson Solutions is an International Management Services Company. We require an experienced Industrial Night Shift Supervisor.Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications/experience: ● 1 Year of supervisory experience ●DZ licence an asset ●Ultra high water blasting experience (10K,20K & 40K) ●Mechanically inclined ●Paintshop Experience ●Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel and Internet Mail We offer a competitive salary and benefits. Location: Oshawa, Ontario Please fax your resume to: ROBINSON SOLUTIONS Fax: (905) 579-5481 Visit our web site at www.robinsonsolutions.com of Pickering is growing and we are looing for the right people to grow along with us. Moving into the world of Furniture sales may be just the right niche for you. You are assertive, dedicated, and have strong interpersonal skills. You want those skills to be used in a creative and strong company devoted to their customers and their employees. You are able to work retail hours and have strong busines and retail background. Compensation ranges from $35,000 to $60,000 per year plus health and dental plan. Send or drop resume to: Bennett's Home Furnishings, 1099 Kingston Rd., Pickering, L1V 1B5 Fax 905-420-3247. No phone calls please. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted HBC Home Outfitters Now hiring part - time for our Pickering location: •Associates for Gift Registry •Sales Specialists •Point of Sale •Full-time Receiver Flexible availability required, shifts include early morning shifts days, evenings and weekends. JOB FAIR Wednesday, March 1st 4pm to 8pm 1300 Kingston Rd Pickering, ON, L1V 3M9 Send resumes by fax- Attn: Kerry (905) 831-8519 ® YMCA Durham Employment Services 1550 Kingston Road, Suite 16, Pickering (Hwy. 2 & Valley Farm Road) For More Information Call Linda @ 905.427.7670 VANDERMEER NURSERY LTD. IS NOW HIRING SUMMER STAFF!! •Retail Sales • General Nursery Labour •Experienced Sales in Perennials, Nursery, Water Gardening •Landscape Labourers Are you a student between 15 and 24? Returning to school in September? Available to work full time starting in April or May? Drop in for an interview!! Monday, February 27, 2006 12:00pm to 5:00 Interviews are being held at: SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED Pa rt time positions for Uxbridge, Scugog & Ajax Pickering Training provided for suitable applicants. Laidlaw 6775 Baldwin St. N. Brooklin 1-800-263-7987 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER NEXT TRAINING SESSION STARTS March 1, 2006 ~Free Training ~Positions Available in Pickering and Ajax ~Regular Part Time Hrs ~Charters Available Between Bus Runs ~Early Retiree, Parent With Children Or Just Looking For A Great Part Time Job. Call Us Today 800-889-9491 Come join our team Job Fair Part Time & Full Time Food & Beverage Pro Shop Maintenance/Grounds Please apply in person 10905 Reesor Rd. just north of Elgin Mills. 905-640-1233 February 26th, from 11am - 3pm Bushwood Golf Club www.bushwoodgolf.com If unable to attend job fair, please forward resumes to jobs@bushwood.ca NOW HIRING IMMEDIATELY EXPERIENCED RIDERS & BARN STAFF Only full time positions available Email- dgourley@windfields.com Call (905)725-1194 ext.229 or Fax 905-579-7552 Seeking 4 Kluge Press Operator's for contract positions at our Pickering Location. Respon- sibilities include set up and operation of Hot Foil Stamping Press(es). Requires mechanical ability, communication skills, flexibility and willing- ness to be a team player. Contracts would start immediately for a 6-month term. Shift Hours are Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 p.m.to 6:00 a.m. and Monday to Friday from 2:00 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. Apply in confidence to: rachael.charbonneau@dhltd.com or fax 416-696-4311. Apply by March 6, 2006. The successful candidate will pass a security clearance. Thank you for your interest in Davis + Henderson; only qualified applicants will be contacted. The leading provider of Cheque Supply Programs to Canada's Financial Institutions LICENSED CLASS "A" TRANSMISSION / GENERAL MECHANIC •Start Immediately •GM exp. an asset •Service Hrs. - Mon. to Fri. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Call Grant Brock (905) 623-9415 or email service@cowanpontiac.com •Apprentice Mould Maker •Cad Designer •Visi Cad/Catia •Die Cast Mould Design •CNC Operator/Mould Maker Courtice area Fax: 905 434-7939 reception@awcco.com SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED Oshawa Residential Complex.Must have professional exp.in maintenance & suite renovations.Excellent salary, benefits & apt incl. Fax resume to: 416-485-7859 TELESALES,Job Of A Lifetime, $50-$100K. Canada fastest grow- ing company wants you! Fluent English a must. Call Larry 416- 483-5275 TRADE SECRETS BEAUTY SHOP in Whitby seeking esthetician - Full or Part time positions.Call 905 655 2366 WAIT STAFF and experienced DJ's required immediately for busy entertainment club. Call Tra- cey (905) 420-2595 WINCHESTER/THICKSON Esso is hiring friendly, quick , enthu- siastic and detail oriented Gas Station Attendants with excellent time management and cleaning skills. Fax (905) 920-1292 or call (905) 655-0536 or (416) 898- 3927 or apply in person. AESTHETICIAN WANTED IM- MEDIATELY Elite Skincare and Spa is looking for part-time aes- thetician. Previous experience preferred. 905-683-3770. ESTHETICIAN with clientele re- quires at Jane's Day Spa and Sa- lon. Apply in person with resume or call (905) 579-8777 ESTHETICIANS!We have re- cently lost our wonderful estheti- cian to motherhood. If you have an existing client base and would like to add to it, we have a beauti- ful place for you for a fantastic opportunity. Please call Lynn at Expressions in Cobourg 905-377- 0141 HAIR STYLIST WANTED for Oshawa location. Full & Part-time available. Please call collect (905)889-5947 HAIRSTYLIST with CLIENTELE better place/better boss. Estab- lished, progressive salon in Pick- ering is looking to build a custom- er-orientated team. Pease call 905-706-1951 RMT full time, Pickering location. Junior Esthetician, part-time (re- cent grads) Whitby location. Call The Facial Place (905)831-9700 SALON RECEPTIONIST re- quired for 2006 Canadian Salon Team of the Year. Professional voice and retail exp an asset. Ap- prox 25 hours/week. Apply in per- son: Valentino's, 210 Brock St. Whitby A GAS 2 FITTER,experienced for a/c and furnace installs. Also a licensed Oil Burner mechanic. Call Frank at Cullen Heating (905)260-0172 or fax (905)725- 0886. AUTOCAD Technician Ajax - part time, evenings, weekends. Email resume: hkortek@sympatico.ca CNC PUNCH PRESS / LASER OPERATOR Exp in Set-Up and Operation for Amada & Trumpf. Precision Job Shop. North Scar- borough. Fax Resume to 416- 291-3233 FIRESTONE PICKERING is currently looking for 4th and 5th year apprentices, licensed mechanics and service advisors. Fax resume to 905-831-3122 HIGH END restoration shop, looking for licensed bodyperson, with minimum, of 15 years experi- ence. Wages negotiable, Start immediately.call (905)436-1999 INDUSTRIAL roofing company needs installers for cladding, flashing, steel roofing,. Experi- ence preferred, will train hard working candidate with own transportation. 905-666-8594 or fax 905-666-0145. 9am-5pm. LICENSED DIESEL MECHANIC or well trained apprentice experi- enced in hydraulics an asset for local construction company. fax resume to: 905-655-7178 MOBILE TRAILER MECHANIC required. Licensed for trailer. Welding experience a must. Valid drivers license. Generous wages and benefits. Call Bryce 416-297- 1712 or 905-728-2346 RECEPTIONIST/BOOKKEEPER required full time for Whitby com- pany. Quickbooks an asset. Please fax 905-655-7178. No phone calls please SIGN INSTALLER - Must have minimum 15 years experience, DZ drivers license and 0-8 tonne crane certificate. Jobs sites cover GTA. Fax resume to 905- 649-3713 or call 905-649-2531. BUSY COURTICE Graphic De- sign Agency immediately seeking motivated Junior Web Assistant. Must possess HTML, FTP and Flash understanding. Interested persons should contact chris@citrusmedia.com. Only those qualified will be contacted. BUSY REAL ESTATE office needs well organized Office Man- ager with an outstanding tele- phone manner and good comput- er skills. This is a busy multi-task- ing position and you must like working independently. Real Es- tate office experience a must. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Salary to commensurate with experience. For more infor- mation Call: 1-800-417-7284 ID#2006 listen to a recorded message. WANTED - TELEMARKETER, no selling.Call 905-391-6592. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 24, 2006, PAGE 31 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 FIND YOUR FUTURE TRADE Be prepared for a FREE day of live demonstrations and information sessions that will help you expand your skilled trade career goals. Sponsored by the John Howard Society of Durham Region THERE ARE OVER 130 SKILLED TRADES RECOGNIZED IN ONTARIO! •INDUSTRIAL • MOTIVE POWER • CONSTRUCTION • SERVICE You will have the opportunity to meet educators and employers to learn about skilled trades occupations available in your community. YOUTHSKILLED TRADESFAIRFebruary 28, 2006 10AM - 6PM OSHAWA CIVIC AUDITORIUM 99 Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa www.jhsdurham.on.ca THE YOUTH SKILLED TRADES FAIR PROUDLY PRESENTS EXHIBITORS FROM THE FOUR SKILLED TRADE SECTORS : John Howard Society of Durham Region This project is funded by the Government of Canada SUPERVISOR - ACCOUNTING This position fulfills an important role with this eastern GTA manufacturing company, handling AP, reporting, inventory and costing, along with a small dedicated team. Ideal candidates will be accredited CGA or CMAs, or senior level and actively working to complete their designation, with demonstrated Supervisory skills accomplished working in related Accounting areas for a minimum of 5 years. Excel proficiency and ERP familiarity are required. Qualified candidates are requested to forward their resumes, in complete confidence, to: Mr. R. J. Donald at DONALD & DONALD INC. Email: donaldanddonald@sympatico.ca or Fax: 905-839-5710 All resumes will be carefully reviewed on behalf of our client and acknowledged. OFFICE MANAGER /BOOKKEEPER For Whitby medium size remanufacturing business. Main Responsibilities will include managing a full set of books including GL, AP, AR, and Payroll, up to yearend preparation. Main Duties:Bank Reconciliation, General Ledger Account Reconciliation, General Journal Entries, Payroll Entry, Inter-company Reconciliation, Overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, Managing the office administration The ideal incumbent should have a min 5 yr. Senior Bookkeeper experience including written and oral communication skills, organizational skills as well as good knowledge of Excel, Accpac and Quickbooks Accounting. A post secondary school education is expected but a person with CGA levels preferred. Send resume to Email:office1150@bellnet.ca or by fax 905 668-9699 PA R TNERS IN COMMUNITY NURSING Employment Opportunities - Durham Region RN's Required Part time & Casual required for visiting program Days, Evenings,Weekends Interested candidates please forward updated resume to: Heather Smith, Director of Nursing Services 1450 Hopkins St., Suite 203 Whitby, Ontario L1N 2C3 Tel: 905-665-1711 Fax: 905-665-9961 Ste. Anne's, a Haldimand Hills Aveda Spa Our Mission: To bring the power of healing, through human touch, to the world NOW HIRING Registered Massage Therapists & Certified Estheticians Benefits Include: •In House Training Programs •Full Benefits including Extended Health, Den- tal,& Vision •Spa Treatments Benefits and Use of Fitness Fa- cility •Progressive vacation time with seniority •Wo rk with a Group of Healing Professionals •Be eligible for discounts on Products and Spa Services •Great Opportunity for growth Send Resume and Cover Letter to: hr@steannes.com or fax to 905-349-2974 Ste. Anne's at Haldimand Hills Spa Village RR # 1, Grafton, ON K0K 2G0 Check out our Web Site at www.haldimandhills.com We are seeking experienced •Bartenders •Servers •Host/Hostesses APPLY IN PERSON Shoeless Joes 100 Westney Rd. S. Ajax (at Go Station) MONDAY FEB. 27TH, NOON - 8 P.M. 15 Shelter Bay Court, Whitby ●Stunning 'Brookfield' Open Concept Home located On A Quiet Court In The Prestigious Whitby Shores Community l Large, premium pie shaped lot, professionally landscaped with Paver Stone patio, 9 person hot Tub and 5 sided corner Shed, fully fenced with dual gate access l Custom poured and coloured concrete walkway and driveway edging l 9' ceilings, extensive upgrades including ceramics, and Cherry wood kitchen l Spectacular 2 storey foyer open to second floor l Sizeable eat in kitchen overlooking adjoining family room w/gas fireplace l 3 bedrooms with Media Loft, large master bedroom w/ensuite and Jacuzzi l Main Floor Laundry W/ Garage Access Offered at $369,000 Call (905) 665 8317 1138 Timberland Cres. ~ Family neighbourhood in prime NE Oshawa ~ 3 bedroom "Brookfield" home on quiet crescent ~ Boasts open concept design with 9' ceilings ~ Master with semi-ensuite and large soaker tub ~ Beautifully finished basement and interlocking walkway ~ Privacy fenced yard with huge deck ~ Meticulously Maintained! Just Move In and Enjoy! Offered at only $235,000 Call (905)571-5232 OPEN HOUSE Sunday 2-4 12 Jallan Dr. Ajax *$389,900.00 Brick/Vinyl back spilt, att.dbl garage w/new door and opener, 4 bdrms, E/I kit, ceramic tile, m/f family room, new windows & doors, finished bsmt, C/A, new deck, fenced backyard, no rear neighbours OPEN HOUSE Sat Feb 25 and Sun Feb 26, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. PART-TIME SECRETARY/ Receptionist for busy Pickering Real Estate Office, evening & weekend work. Fax resume to (905)831-8147 WHITBY LAW FIRM seeks expe- rienced law clerk for estates, wills powers of attorney and real es- tate law. Reply with resume to: blclaw@hotmail.com ADVERTISING SALES - Pick- ering-based trade publisher seeks exp. magazine ad sales rep. Must have proven track record in advertising sales and marketing. Base plus commission. Resume to carol@electricityforum.com HERBAL MAGIC,Scarborough locations, looking for energetic, enthusiastic motivated individuals with sales experience. Start im- mediately. Email resume to: kimandmichelle@hotmail.com SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. NEW HOME SALES AGENTS required for award-winning build- er in Oshawa. Must have new home sales experience, motiva- tion, good presentation, closing skills, and good computer skills. Excellent communication skills are essential. Please fax or e-mail resume and covering letter to Natascha Pieper @ 416-633-7491 or email npieper@baywoodhomes.com SALES REP REQUIRED,great part time or full time position. All pre-set appointments, evenings starting at 6:00pm. Average sales commission $45-80k yearly, verifiable. Excellent training pro- gram, no experience required. Call for interview, (905)655-9053 SALES,advanced commissions, P/T, F/T, okay with talking to small groups. A NYSE Company. Diana 866-306-5858. TELEMARKETER- Pickering- based conference company est. in 1986 seeks individual with excellent telephone manner for telemarketing to businesses with- in an existing client base. Hourly plus commission. Resume to tammy@electricityforum.com FITNESS DEPOT requires sales associate. Fitness background a plus. Fax resume to our Pickering location: 905-839-8481 attn.Todd CDA or PDA full-time position, Oshawa practice, no evenings or weekends. Minimum 2 years experience. Fax resume to: 905- 434-8520, attn.Mary. DENTAL ASSISTANT required part time 1 day per week. No evenings/weekends. Experience preferred. Fax resume to 905- 831-5975. DENTAL Hygienist required Monday-Thursday, for 1 year ma- ternity leave position, commenc- ing April, 10, 2006 Please call Dr. Debra Shoniker at 905-668-4001. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST RE- QUIRED immediately for Picker- ing location, Logictech exp. an asset. Fax resume to Michelle, 905-427-9697. FIRST IMPRESSIONS Person with experience wanted for excel- lent dental office in Scarborough. Great attitude and strong custom- er relations skills a must. Call 416-222-9019 MEDICAL SECRETARY required for busy Ajax OB/Gyn office. Bill- ing and transcription an asset. Fax resume to (905)683-4284. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN full time, friendly customer service essential. Experience in Zadall and/or nursing homes and ability to work independently are assets. Excellent benefits and wages. Fax resumes (905) 728-9992. PHYSIOTHERAPIST POSITION available in Whitby. Full time for physiotherapist owed clinic. Case load primarily orthopedic and sports injuries with affiliation to local minor sports teams. Po tential for equity/ownership. Extremely competitive compensa- tion arrangements. Email resume to physioonbyron@rogers.com RMT's for busy Pickering clinic. High energy, responsible, reliable, serious interest in healing arts. F/T, P/T. E-mail resume to rmtwanted@ hotmail.com AL DENTE RESTAURANT re- quires Sous Chef & apprentice, also wait staff. Full-time, minimum 5 yrs. experience, for fine dining Italian. Email: aldentrestaurant@rogers.com Phone: 905-839-1200 *RENTERS* Why rent when You can own? Free computerized list with pictures of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 Visit: www. DurhamStop Renting.com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* 12 JALLAN DR. Ajax *$389,900.00 Brick/Vinyl back spilt, att. dbl garage w/new door and opener, 4 bdrms, E/I kit, ce- ramic tile, m/f family room, new windows & doors, finished bsmt, C/A, new deck, fenced backyard, no rear neighbours. (905)427- 9167.OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun. Feb 25 & 26, 1-4pm Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, Windows, Doors, Etc. Call Dave for a Free Estimate Cell (905) 424-9059 • Office (905) 426-4106 Based in & Serving Durham Region DREAMSCAPE RENOVATIONS Commercial & Residential All work fully guaranteed & Insured * Reasonable Rates Call Dave for a Free Estimate 905-424-9059 • 905-427-2932 Improvements & Repairs “If you’re going to do something, do it right.”Mike Holmes We do it all. Professionally. Kitchens • Bathrooms • Painting Decking • Roofing • Furnace Air Conditioning • AND MORE Call1-800-79-DEPOT or visit www.homedepot.ca/installation Ask us about one of our many financing options to best suit your needs. Basements, Kitchens & Bathrooms Renovations Electrical, Plumbing, Windows, Doors, Decks, Home Inspections,Carpentry, Flooring, *Insured *Guaranteed *1 year warranty *Senior Discounts 905-243-2100 Local: 1-800-961-RENO(7366) Toll free: BASEMENTS by Creative Designs Quality Workmanship ~ Free Estimates 416-807-2179 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul marshallgroup@rogers.com PLUMBER ON THE GO To p Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 BriCo Home Improvements ✓Basements ✓Bathrooms ✓Painting ✓Wallpapering ✓Decks ✓Fences ✓General Repairs FREE ESTIMATES Call Brian 905-686-8841 Cell:416-606-9881 F & M HOME RENOVATIONS Carpentry for all your needs! Framing & Finish New Counter Tops 24hr Emergency door repairs on break & enters. You supply the material, we'll do the work! Call (905)420-7394 LICENSED TILE SETTER Residential /Commercial Specializing in remodeling kitchens/bathrooms Home improvement/ renovations 25yrs. exp. 905-655-5602 LODCOM CONSTRUCTION General Home Renovations & Improvements All work guaranteed Craig (905) 686-1913 NEW FACE KITCHENS Cabinet Refacing - Just Like New Over 30 Years Free Quote 1-888-743-3626 SEALE & SON now in Durham Region Full Renovation Services You name it - We do it! No job too small... Call Glenn 905-839-8054 WORKSCAPE Painting Small to Medium Renovation Projects General Home Repairs Garbage Removal Free Estimates 1-866-545-2442 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? Junk Removal/Disposal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905) 706-6776 PIONEER ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD. We provide services for the selective customer. ● Rough in customized electrical system to renovated & new homes ● Upgrades to accommodate pools & jacuzzi ●Exterior lighting installation Call (905)831-6760 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 CROSS MOVERS Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)423-0239 (905)683-5342 ELITE MOVING $40/hr., 2-movers+Truck, Excellent Service, Short notice. Insured. Reliable, Experienced, Punctual. 416-560-2723 905-841-4723 www.elitemoving.net Euro Cleaning Services * Houses * Offices * Apartments Experienced, Bonded & Insured Reasonable Prices Excellent Service For Free Estimate Call Elizabeth (416) 884-3658 HOUSE CLEANER Are you looking for an experienced, energetic reliable house cleaner? Best rates guaranteed References available Serving Ajax / Pickering 905-428-8028 cell 416-433-6213 A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 24, 2006 www.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 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! DIANE MASTINSEK* 905-683-5000 COMPLETELY REDONE! HOT TUB! MUST BE SEEN TO APPRECIATE. COMES COMPLETE WITH LARGE DECK & HOT TUB. Upgrades incl.: hardwood up & down, ceramics, modern kitchen, mn. fl r. laundry, mn. fl r. fam. rm., GORGEOUS basement, oak bar, fi replace, cent. air, quality windows, private yard, 7 GREAT APPLIANCES! This home is IMMACULATE. Don’t miss out! Come see for yourself! SUN. FEB. 26, 2-4 P.M. 77 DOBSON DRIVE, AJAX$299,900QUALITY ONE LTD., Broker Independently Owned & Operated “No gimmicks, just honest hardworking service”3+2 BDRMS.! SAT. FEB. 25, 2 - 4 P.M. 2 SEABOARD GATE, WHITBY FRANK STEINHAUSEN** 905 428-6533 “WHITBY SHORES” Over 3,000 sq. ft. of luxury, open concept! Main floor den w/own entrance! Pride of ownership! ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD.$409,000 www.DurhamHouseInfo.com SAT. FEB. 25TH, 2 - 4 P.M. 1400 THE ESPLANADE #206 TRISH FRENCH* 905 428-6533 H-U-G-E CAREFREE TOWNHOME LIVING! Amazing Open Concept Townhome… Approx. 1800 Sq. Ft.! Huge “King-size” Master Suite plus 2 other bedrooms plus balcony O/looking Quiet Tree Lined Street. Great 24 Hr. Gatehouse Security! Steps to PTC Shopping, Park, Library, Rec Complex, Bus & “GO”. Call Trish 905-428-6533. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD.$208,800IAN BAXTER heather JOHN COLLINS* 905-428-7677 GREAT LOCATION Close to lake, many thousands spent on upgrades & gardens, 4 generous size bedrooms, huge liv.rm./din. rm. w/hardwood, main fl oor family room w/custom f/p & curio. Bleached oak kit. w/pantry, glass front display, solarium over looks gardens + inground pool. Many new items done, extras incl. CAC, CVAC, window coverings, granite baking surface. A must see. More photos at www.johncollinshomes.com SUN. FEB.26TH 2-4 PM 31 LAWRIE ROAD SOUTH AJAX$328,900Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker BRIAN BEVINGTON* 905-683-5000 SAT. FEB. 25, 1-4 P.M. 25 CUMBERLAND SUITE 314, AJAX $ 2 4 9 , 0 0 0 $ 2 8 4 , 0 0 0 www.brianbevington.com “Your Breakers Connection Realtor” (Harwood/Lake Driveway) LUXURIOUS CONDO • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Eat-in kitchen • Ensuite laundry • Underground parking • Open balcony, plus solarium • 24 hour guards SUN. FEB. 26, 1-4 P.M. 25 CUMBERLAND SUITE 107, AJAX (Harwood/Lake Driveway) LARGER CORNER SUITE • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • 3 walkouts to balcony • Lots of upgrades • Immaculate • Two fireplaces • Very large open balcony • Oversized laundry room QUALITY ONE LTD., Broker Independently Owned & Operated MICHELLE FRASER* 905-683-1790 TRIBUTE BUILT HOME Over 2,000 sq. ft. designer 4 bedroom, 3 bath Tribute home! Elegant, open concept design. Features include: main fl oor family room, gas fi replace and designer ceramics. Located in Nottingham Community, this home is a MUST SEE!www.michellefraser.com SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 12-2 P.M. 21 ARMITAGE, AJAX Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated $314,900EXECUTIVE HOME Look no further! This 4 bedroom, 4 bath home is located in a prime Pickering area and backs onto ravine. Loaded with expensive upgrades this home is a cut above! Directions: North on Whites Rd., past Finch, 2nd street on the West side. SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 2-4 P.M. 609 SUNBIRD TRAIL, PICKERING$389,900$379,900JOHN BODDY BEAUTY! This quality builder shines again with this uniquely laid out home. Features include: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 9 ft. ceilings, hardwood stairs and MUCH MORE! Directions: Between Westney Rd. & Church St. off of Rossland Rd. SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 3-5 P.M. 82 TELFORD ST., AJAX Rouge River Realty Ltd. BARRIE COX* 905-839-7449 SAT. FEB. 25, 2 - 4 P.M. SUN. FEB. 26 2 - 4 P.M. 2377 ANNANWOODS, PICKERING 1644 HEATHSIDE, PICKERING TWO FAMILY ROOMS! • Great Pickering location near Valley Farm & Finch • Close to schools, parks, shopping, Go Transit etc. • Over 3,200 sq. ft. as per builder’s plans • Two family rooms on main & upper levels both with fi replaces • Incredible open concept kitchen • Roof reshingled in 2005 • New furnace in 2002 • Asking $374,900 THE WHOLE PACKAGE! • Located in prestigious Pickering area of custom built homes near Fairport & Glenanna • Victoria design “Karmann” built home • 50 ft. lot with very private back yard • Incredible open concept kitchen & family room to die for • Four walkouts • Central air conditioning • Media/fourth bedroom on second fl oor • Asking price $419,900 GEORGIANA WOODS 416-281-2200 Nearly New Upgraded home in North Ajax. Hardwood & ceramic fl oors, fi nished basement, 2 1/2 baths, sun deck, security system, neutral decor - spotless. View photos at www.georgianawoods.com Georgiana Woods, 416-281-2200. SUN. FEB.26TH 2-4 PM 9 HARTY CRESENT NORTH AJAX$289,000CASE REALTY OUT THESE OPEN HOUSES 1519 Seguin Square, PICKERING ............ Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ......................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 85 Wilshire Dr., BROOKLIN ................... Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ......................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 760 Sheppard Ave., PICKERING ............. Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ......................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1564 Somergrove Cres., PICKERING ....... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 25 Cumberland #314, AJAX .................. Sat. 1-5 ❑ 25 Cumberland #107, AJAX .................. Sat. 1-4 ❑ 9 Harty Cres., AJAX ............................ Sun. 2-4 ❑ 31 Lawrie Rd., AJAX .......................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 77 Dobson Dr., AJAX .......................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 21 Armitage, AJAX ............................ Sat. 12-2 ❑ & ....................................... Sun. 12-2 ❑ 609 Sunbird Trail, PICKERING ................ Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ......................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 882 Telford St., AJAX .......................... Sat. 3-5 ❑ & ......................................... Sun. 3-5 ❑ 2377 Annanwoods, PICKERING ............... Sat. 2-4 ❑ 1644 Heathside, PICKERING .................. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1400 The Esplanade #206, PICKERING ..... Sat. 2-4 ❑ 2 Seaboard Gate, WHITBY .................... Sat. 2-4 ❑ ✓ TARA ROSEN* 416-504-7259 Beautiful detached 4+2 bdrms., 2 kitchen & 4 bathroom home on large 50x176 ft. lot with above ground pool! 2 woodburning fi replaces, eat-in kitchen overlooks fam. rm., 2 walkouts, main fl r. laundry, entry from 2 car garage to home. In-law apartment, many possibilities. Walk to transit, school, shops, park and more! Mins. to 401. $379,900. For more info & photos visit: www.TaraRosen.com SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 2-4 P.M. 760 SHEPPARD AVE., PICKERING (NEAR WHITES) FRANCO DINATALE* 905-683-1790 THE BELLEVIEW ESTATE! Gorgeous sold out model on a premium lot. This house features 9’ ceilings, hardwood fl ooring, upgraded trim & baseboards on mn. fl r. Vaulted ceiling in fam. rm., big palladium window, gas fp. & mantle, b/i appls., berber carpet, master ensuite, mn. fl r. laundry. Don’t miss out. 1870 sq. ft. as per builder’s plan. A MUST SEE! www.soldbyfranco.com SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 2-4 P.M. 85 WILSHIRE DR., BROOKLIN Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated$319,000B A C K S O N T O P A R K ! CLAYTON MARSH* 1-877-822-6900 SPECTACULAR FOX HOLLOW HOME! Impeccably maintained and upgraded 3+1 bdrm., 4 bath. Interlock drive, walkway and patio. Hardwood and ceramic on main and upper fl oors. Crown moulding, pot lights throughout the house. 2 gas fi replaces. Professionally fi n. bsmt. with wet bar, bathroom and fourth bedroom. $100,000 in upgrades! SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 2-4 P.M. 1519 SEGUIN SQUARE, PICKERING Real Estate Services Ltd. Independently Owned & Operated $37 9, 9 0 0 MICHELLE MAKOS* 905-683-1790 DON’T DRIVE BY - COME INSIDE! Follow the arrows from Brock/Major Oaks. Come and see this spacious 4+1 bdrm., 4 bath special. Lots of living space and room to grow. All appliances. It’s defi nitely worth coming in to see at $329,900. Looking forward to seeing you there!! www.michellemakos.com SUN. FEB. 25, 2-4 P.M. 1564 SOMERGROVE CRES., PICKERING Connect Realty Independently Owned & Operated Open Houses continued on Next Page THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 PAGE 33 A/Pdurhamregion.com 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! SUNDAY, FEB., 26TH 2-4 PM 831 ZATOR AVE. (LIVERPOOL/BAYLY) STEVE KOSTKA* 905 839-7449$237,900 R ouge Riv e r R e alt y L td. JUST LIST ED !! Fully detached 3 bedroom all brick bungalow. **** INGROUND POOL****Huge family room in basement. Separate door entry. Hardwood floors throughout main floor. “All appliances” roof, furnace in good shape. New front door. Hurry on this home!! Call Steve now 905-839-7449. IAN BAXTER heather 905 441-0469 SUN. FEB. 26 2-4 P.M. 905 BAYLY ST., UNIT #8, PICKERING RMR Real Estate Broker This is a beautiful 3 bedroom condo in a desirable Pickering location close to all amenities, includes a fi nished basement with gas fi replace, central air and a 1 car gargage. Visit this home on Bayly Ave. just west of Liverpool. Contact Billy Conquer at 905-441- 0469 for further information. ROHANIE SINGH* 416-298-6000 No need to look further! 2200 sq. feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 bath home. Beautiful hardwood fl oors, ceramics, circular oak staircase, 9’ ceilings on main fl oor, pot lights on main fl oor, 2 tiered deck, & interlocking driveway. Move in and enjoy! Call Rohanie to view today.LEADING EDGE Realty Inc. Sat. Feb. 25th, 2-4 P.M. 304 GRANBY COURT ALTONA/SHEPPARD CHRISTINE STERGIU* 905-426-7515 905-430-8268 Results Realty Inc. Prestigious “Williamsburg” in Whitby! Over 3000 sq. ft. of executive home across from a ravine, amongst estate homes! Gorgeous interlock front and back with impressive rock design. Main floor family, office, laundry and garage entrance. Huge master with sitting area and 5 pc. ensuite. Big bright windows throughout! Hardwood! Ceramics! Eat-in kitchen with walkout to garden! Visit us this Sunday from 2-4pm! ww w.rea lt yw ithchristin e.com SUNDAY FEB. 26TH 2-4 P.M. 26 TWIN STREAMS $399,900DINO NUNNO** 416-690-2121 Absolutely stunning “all brick” 5 years new home. $Spent$ in upgrades. Tasteful neutral decor, strip hardwood fl oors, oak staircase, moulded ceilings, upgraded kit. w/stainless steel appls. (new). Curb appeal plus with tumble stone walkway (front & side), wrought iron fenced, 2nd fl r. w/o to Juliette balcony. Alarm system, EGO and equipment. For more info & photos visit: www.dinonunno.com SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26, 2-4 P.M. 26 WOODLANDS AVE., WHITBY (Brock and Taunton) Parkland Ltd., Broker R REALTRON Realty Inc. MARY JANE VIEJO** 416 289-3333 Cul-de-sac semi on end lot! 3+1 bedrooms, fi nished basement, oversized 1.5 garage, bright & airy! Fabulous location-near transit & schools! Only $269,900. SUN. FEB. 26, 2-4 P.M. 1838 NORDANE NEAR ALTONA/ S. OF FINCH BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Beautiful 2-storey semi-detached. fi nished basement with side entrance. This house has four bedrooms, hardwood fl oors throughout both fl oors. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Gorgeous 2-storey all brick home. This house has 4 bedrooms, all hardwood fl oors, huge family room and great location at Highway 2 and Westney. Call today for free viewing.M. SMITH 905 683-2100 Percy Fulton Ltd. TOGETHER WE ARE MOVING PLACES $239,900$349,800BY APPOINTMENT ONLYBY APPOINTMENT ONLY DAN PLOWMAN* 905-668-1800 Rouge River Realty Ltd. LUXURIOUS, PRACTICAL AND AFFORDABLE SUNDAY FEB. 26, 2-4 P.M. 83 McSWEENEY, AJAX $314,900 Huge 170’ deep, 85’ premium corner lot in desired “Nottingham”. The 3 bedroom, 3 bath, just over 3 years better than new has it all! Custom built in bookcases, cathedral ceilings, freshly painted! Walkout to premium lot, direct entry from garage to house. 3rd bedroom with balcony. OUT THESE OPEN HOUSES 182 Lake Driveway W., AJAX ............... Sat. 2-4 ❑ 97 Monk, AJAX ............................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 49 Holley Cres., AJAX ....................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 509 Bayly, PICKERING ...................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 304 Grandy Court ............................. Sat. 2-4 ❑ 2023 Duberry Dr., PICKERING .............. Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ...................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1951 Wildfl ower, PICKERING ............. Sat. 12-2 ❑ 831 Zator Ave., PICKERING ................ Sun. 2-4 ❑ 26 Woodlands Ave., WHITBY ............... Sat. 2-4 ❑ & ...................................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ 26 Twin Streams, WHITBY ................. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1056 Rambleberry, PICKERING ............ Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1663 Goldenridge, PICKERING ............ Sun. 2-4 ❑ 1838 Nordane, PICKERING ................. Sun. 2-4 ❑ 83 McSweeney, AJAX ...................... Sun. 2-4 ❑ ✓ BRAD SOMERVILLE** 905-683-5000 LAKE FRONT EXECUTIVE! Prestigious Discovery Bay home situated on a premium 65’ lot overlooking the bay with a view of Lake Ontario. Beautifully upgraded featuring an exquisite 2 bedroom suite (retrofi t) with separate side entrance and side yard. For the discerning buyer. SAT. FEB. 25, 2-4 P.M. 182 LAKE DRIVEWAY W., AJAX QUALITY ONE LTD., Broker Independently Owned & Operated SUN. FEB. 26, 2 - 4 P.M. 97 MONK CRES., AJAX HOWARD FLAVIAN** 905 428-4557 AJAX BEAUTY! Fabulous open concept & floor plan with 9’ ceiling, updated kitchen, walkout to professionally landscaped yard with pond. Finished lower level family room, by builder. Skylite over stairs, inside garage access. Just move in & enjoy. www.flavianhoward.com NEW CHOICE Real Estate Inc. JUDY WEEKS* BILLY CONQUER* 905-442-0485 905-441-0469 SUN. FEB. 26, 2-4 P.M. 49 HULLEY CRES., AJAX Beautiful 3 bdrm. home includes newly fi nished kitchen ceramics and living/dining room hardwood fl oors, a loft family room with gas fi replace, CAC, 2 car garage and features a professionally fi nished basement. See this home Sunday. Take Pickering Beach Road S. to 2nd Greenhalf Dr., turn left to Hirons Dr., turn right to Hulley Cres. and turn left. For more details contact Billy Conquer at 905-441-0469 or Judy Weeks at 905-442-0485. RMR Real Estate Broker To Advertise in This FeatureTo Advertise in This Feature Call Your Real Estate AdvertisingCall Your Real Estate Advertising Consultant Today!Consultant Today! 905-683-5110905-683-5110 SHARON HUTCHINSON* 416 286-3993 SAT. & SUN. FEB. 25 & 26 2-4 P.M. 2023 DUBERRY DR., PICKERING Immaculate home, main floor family room with fireplace, entertaining size living room & dining room, professionally finished rec room and office, newer broadloom, ceramic foyer, 5 appliances, CAC, pie shaped lot. Walk to schools, located on a quiet court near ravine. A Must See!!! Sharon Hutchinson 416-286-3993. $279,900 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. 416- 222-8600 416- 996-2881 SAT. FEB. 25 12-2 P.M. 1951 WILDFLOWER, PICKERING REALTRON REALTY INC. Newer all brick Coughlin home. 9 ft. ceiling, hardwood. MIUST SEE! Pickering prestigious area near Whites Rd. Call Jasmine DoHaile at 416-996-2881. www.soldbyjasmine.com JASMINE DO-HAILE* BILL McLEAN* 905-686-3330 905-831-3300 JOHN BODDY Quality-built family home in a great neighbourhood. Large spacious rooms, awesome family room with cathedral windows, private yard, close to everything. Call Bill McLean at 905-831-3300. FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker www.sellingwithbill.com SUN. FEB. 26, 2-4 P.M. 1056 RAMBLEBERRY AVE., PICKERING JUST LISTED Quality built Marshall Home on an exclusive quiet street off of Fairport Rd. 165 ft. deep private lot with possibility of purchasing another 85 ft. for 25Ks.Gorgeous deck and large spacious rooms, Act now! SUN. FEB. 26, 2-4 P.M. 1663 GOLDENRIDGE, PICKERING$659,000$324,900durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 24, 2006 Established in 1982 Operating in over 100 cities in the U.S. and Mexico Now a national brand in Canada Turnkey Operation Exciting Fresh Grilled Healthy Menu Be a part of Canada’s most exciting new quick service restaurant franchise Escape Enterprises (Canada) Ltd. Email: franchise@steakescape.ca Visit: www.steakescape.ca (416) 916-1996 FRANCHISING OPPORTUNITY Canada’s Favourite Cheesesteak FOOD COURT FRANCHISE OSHAWA CENTRE WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Ta unton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St.) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Rd. & Hwy 2) Scarborough Markham Corners (townhouses) 416-292-0118 30 Kimbercroft Ct. (Markham & Sheppard) 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 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 WELCOME TO HIGHLAND TOWERS We're better than ever ! Spacious, newly renovated 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms with stunning views. Conveniently located in a friendly, family community just steps to shopping, GO and 401. Park like setting. Affordable priced from $870. Utilities included. (905)668-7332 ** MOVE IN BONUS ** Limited Time Only WASHER & DRYER IN SUITE! 3 Bedroom Suites Available with central air in condo-quality building. Across from Pickering Town Centre. (905) 831-1250 www.capreit.net 2-BEDROOMS,steps from Lake Ontario, wood floors, deck, loft, shed, woodstove. Just east of Cobourg. Close 401 access. Many upgrades. $135,000 (905)355-5779. A PORT PERRY area NEW spectacular all brick bungalow ex- ec. Home on 1 Acre lot Walk to Lake, Agents Welcome, Must see! Asking $274k call 1-877- 878-9899 toll free AJAX,Westney/Rossland, stun- ning detached brick home, 4 bed- rooms, professionally finished basement, jacuzzi en suite, 2 fire- places, crown moulding. Agents welcome, $299,900. (416)876- 2243, 905-683-0118, after 5. 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 computer- ized list with pic- tures of properties 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 SELLERS Find Out What Homes Down The Street Sold For! Free computerized list with pictures of area home sales & current listings Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7041 Visit: www. DurhamArea HomeSales.com Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd. ** (905) 434-7777Matt Cooper* ONLY $199,900.Live close to the lake in this beautiful semi-de- tached 3+1 bedroom home with finished basement, ceramic tiles, fenced backyard. Go Train and 401. Only 5 minutes away. Tele- phone (905) 432-0905 OPEN HOUSE: SUN. 2-4PM, 854 Audley Rd. S., lakeside com- munity Ajax Over 2500sq.ft., 4- Bedroom, 3 Bathroom, 9ft Ceil- ings, Hardwood Floors on main floor, WOB on pool size lot be- side parkette. $469,000 (905)427-3226. AJAX-2668 SQUARE feet available. 4 offices up front + huge warehouse space at back. $2400/month (360 Bayly St. W. Unit #6). If interested, please call Anna 905-438-3098. SUBLEASE 2,000 - 3,000 SQ. foot showroom and warehouse. All amenities and services. Rea- sonable rates. Kendalwood Pla- za, Whitby (905) 433-9218 OSHAWA, INDUSTRIAL UNIT, 1937sq.ft., available March lst, 1280 Terwillegar Ave., (Phillip Murray). $1100+ GST monthly. Call 905-579-5077 or 905-571- 3281. EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACE, available March 1st. Downtown Pickering, professional office building, 1 or 2 offices, 1 furnished. Serious inquiries only. Contact Steve (905)420-2900 ext 223 CANADIAN COMPANY offering self employment opportunity in the Oshawa area. Low in- vest/high return. Turn key opera- tion. Full training and support. 1- 866-462-4627. FA STWAY COURIERS new fran- chise to region, 2 exclusive terri- tories available. Be your own boss, ground level opportunity. www.fastway.ca (905)720-2816 HAIRDRESSING BUSINESS for sale in Bowmanville. Fully equipped, good location. For in- formation call (905)623-4172 HEADLICE Removal Franchise. Established and successful home-based business. Join our winning team licesquad.com 866-838-LICE LIMOUSINE SERVICE for sale. Excellent earning potential. 2 stretch California limos. Estab- lished customer base. Casino contract included. Call for details. 905-728-1553 METAL WORKING BUSINESS FOR SALE - Custom metal fabri- cation and welding business for sale, including 12' shear, 400 ton press brake, 5 welding machines and ancillary equipment. Annual sales $400k. On busy highway frontage north of Toronto. For ad- ditional details contact: Clarke Henning LLP, tel 416-364-4421, fax 416-367-8032 ch@clarkehenning.com SERIOUS ENTREPRENEUR? Massive profits. Low overhead. 2 minute message. 1-800-987- 6178 or www.paulvwest.com. STORE FIXTURES Enough to fixture 3500-sq.ft. store. Gondo- las, shelves, hooks, cash regis- ters, etc. Ideal for dollar, gift, bargain or clothing store. Reg. Price $30,000, asking $10,000 (take all price). 53' storage trailer included. 905-571-7713 (Jim) or jimsarracini1@sympatico.ca TA KE ALL ONLY 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 inter- view will be contacted. $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 5.20% or Variable at 4.50 % OAC, Cash take-outs, Re- finances, Self-employed, Com- mercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800- 328-7887 ext.366. $$$MORTGAGE FINANC- ING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAGES $$$ www.mortga- gebid.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 employed, I will as- sess your needs. Prompt, profes- sional service. $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORP 1-888-307- 7799 GOOD OR BAD CREDIT, refinance mortgages and invest- ment properties. Loans & Line of Credit.Please call (416)436-1589 (1) Renovated Simcoe/Mill 2- bedroom, balcony, parking, laun- dry $795, Also Renovated 1-bed- room $715, 2-bed. $825. Sim- coe/Bloor Oshawa. 3-bdrm, near Oshawa Centre, hardwood floors. $995+ hydro. 905-429-2036 or 1-800-486-9826; Laundry, park- ing. Whitby, 2-bedroom $850/incl. Harwood floors, 905- 430-7868. 1 - BEDROOM APARTMENT, $775/month inclusive, avail. April lst. Immaculate newer building in decent Oshawa neighbourhood, Prefer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-0390, 905-439- 8893 1-BDRM+above ground base- ment apts avail. Very clean, parking, separate entrance. $750/mo inclusive. Avail. imme- diately. No pets. Oshawa. (905)999-9115 2-BEDROOM APT.,Oshawa, 385 Mary St. N., basement of 3-plex, $680 plus hydro. Available April 1st.Call (705)437-2924 1-BEDROOM basement, fresh & bright, FAG heat, central air, fridge/stove, washer/dryer, park- ing. $700/month + hydro. Oshawa, south of Bloor. Available immediately (905)442-6756 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $799.00 per month. Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM Oshawa Hospital area, bright spacious upper du- plex, overlooking park, applianc- es, air, $825, no smoking/pets, call (905)432-7517. AJAX - 401/Harwood,3 bed- room main floor house, applianc- es. Near shopping & bus. No smoking/pets. $1300/incl. Park- ing, laundry, available March 1st. 905-426-6060. AJAX 3 bedroom main floor semi, 4-appliances, parking, near schools/shopping. Avail. April 1. References, first/last, $1150-incl. (905)686-3201 AJAX BAYLY/SALEM clean 2- bedroom legal basement apt, sep entrance, laundry, parking, no smoking/pets, $750/inclusive. March/April 1 (905)686-8104, 416-834-9759, 416-858-4094. AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large two bdrm in clean, quiet building. Available March 1st, $950/mo utilities in- cluded plus parking. Call 905- 426-1161 AJAX Harwood/Hwy. 2, newly decorated one bedroom base- ment apt. Fireplace, parking, ap- pliances, laundry fac., available March 1st. $750/mo inclusive. (905)426-1939 or 905-439-8184 AJAX, 3 bedroom main floor, bright, spacious, newly decorat- ed. Parking, laundry, A/C, C/Vac, appliances, across from park, near schools. No pets/smoking. $1250/month utilities included. First/last.905-427-3923 AJAX,Harwood/401. Main level 3-bdrm house. Clean, bright, newly renovated. Laundry, 1-parking. $1200/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. No smok- ing/pets.Call (905)231-9383 AJAX,Hwy #2/Westney, 3-bed- room main floor, $1200 plus utilities negotiable. Near bus, Go, shopping, schools. No smok- ing/pets. Available March 1st. 905-426-9898 AJAX,large beautiful, 2 bedroom basement, viewing Wed. 7-8pm, Sat. 1-2 pm. or call. 62 Marshall Cres. $695., parking, laundry. 1- 866-737-5617 or 416-436-2884. AJAX, Westney/Ritchie,2-bdrm bsmt apt. Suitable for small fami- ly. Near GO station & schools. $900/mo inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. March 1st. Call (905)427-3163 AJAX,Westney/Rossland. Luxu- rious 3-bdrm. Newly renovated, 5 appliances, professionally deco- rated. A must see. $1500/mo + utilities.. Avail. now. Call 416-657- 2079.www.upscalerentals.ca AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 3-bed- room $1089, March 1st. Call 905- 683-8421. AJAX/WHITBY BORDER 2-bed- room spacious apt, ground level entry in home, parking, pool, a/c, central vac, use of washer/dryer. $800+ 40% utilities. Available April lst (905)444-9871. www.viewit.ca/20441 AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST. Oshawa, 1-bdrm apt, clean, nice area, laundry on-site. Call 905- 809-0795 8am - 5pm AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST.- Oshawa, Park/Gibb, 1 bedroom apartment, convenient location. References, first/last required. $610. plus hydro. No dogs. Call 416-725-3323. BACHELOR, 1,2 & 3 bedroom apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Available immediately. Stevenson & Ross- land, Oshawa. Call 905-579- 3700 or (905)723-1009. BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA- Near No Frills/401. TWO -2bed- rooms, $745+hydro($50/mo), March lst. Immaculate, well-main- tained, nice, bright. Laundry, small building Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BRIGHT CHEERY 2 BDRM plus apartment for rent. Within walking distance to hospital and down- town. $850/mo inclusive. 905- 983-5386 BROOKLIN - 2 bed. apt. in adult- lifestyle building, 2nd floor, 4 ap- pliances, available April 1st. $825/mo. + hydro. No dogs. 905- 424-9743. CLEAN 1 & 2 BDRM $720/$800, newly decorated. Utilities includ- ed. 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. COURTICE 1-bedroom basement apt. Clean & quiet, separate en- trance. Utilities, cable , parking in- cluded. $590 month. Suite single person. no smoking/pets. Available immediately. call (905)576-0180 COURTICE,new 900sq.ft 3- bedroom basement apt., laminate wood flooring, maple kitchen, open concept, separate entrance, parking, no smoking/pets. Glennabbey/Robert Adams area, $980/month first/last. Call (905)434-2614 COURTICE/EXECUTIVE 1500 sqft, 1 bedroom plus office base- ment apartment. Separate en- trance, walk-out to ravine, laun- dry, cable, parking, A/C. No smoking/pets, first/last and refer- ences required. $900 plus utilities. $100 move in allowance. Call 905-436-1387. FRESHLY PAINTED 2-bedroom basement apt., available April 1st. $825 monthly all inclusive, 1 car parking. No smoking. Call Corey (905)242-5573 KING ST. E. BOWMANVILLE above store, newly renovated 2-bedroom $675. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914- 1449 LARGE 3 BEDROOM apartment for rent $1000 Available immedi- ately.905-426-8888. LITTLE BRITAIN.Very s pacious, large 3 bedroom ground floor apartment, backyard. $850 plus hydro. Water & cable included. Avail. March 1. (705)786-0104. LIVERPOOL RD/NEAR LAKE - 2 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separate entrance, parking, washer, dryer. $800/mo. all inclusive. No pets. Available March 1. Call 705-484-5222 or 705-345-2733. NORTH OSHAWA -Spacious, 2+1 bdrm. apt. $995/mo.inclusive, parking included. Also, 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separate entrance, beautiful backyard, fridge/stove, washer/dryer, whirlpool tub. $695/mo.inclusive. Both available March 1. First/last. No smoking/ pets.905-666-5157 NORTH OSHAWA,1-bedroom for rent $710/monthly, includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking, call 905-579-9777. ONE BEDROOM, and bachelor apts. N.E. Oshawa, Available March lst. Clean, quiet, newly renovated no pets. $550 and $620. all inclusive. (905) 571- 7840. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained building.Near all amenities.From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - Clean, new building, 2-bedrooms, $840/mo. available March & April 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905- 438-9715. OSHAWA - ONE BEDROOM apartment, ceramic and hard- wood flooring throughout, brand new bathroom, clean neighbor- hood, 1 parking space. $800 per month, hydro and water included. Laundry facilities in building near Oshawa Centre. Absolutely no pets. Available April lst. John (905)576-4229. OSHAWA - RITSON/DEAN main floor, one bedroom apt. (near all amenities), livingroom, applianc- es, freshly painted, $600/mo plus hydro.Available March 1st. (905)239-0121, 416-346-8472. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, park- ing, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425, 1-888-558-2622, 905-432-8914. 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 Park South/401 new management, newly renovated 1-2-3 Bedrooms from $725. Well-maintained, clean, quiet, im- proved security. Bus/GO. Hydro included. 835 Oxford 905-622- 0835; 885 Oxford 905-622-0885 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM upper half of duplex. 1-parking, $690/mo + utilities, first/last re- quired. Available March 1st. No pets. Call 905-430-0249. OSHAWA,beautiful spacious 2- bedroom apt. 2 washrooms, on quiet street with parking. Mins from 401, $950 all inclusive. Call 416-268-2844 or 416-219-0070. OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. Feb/March. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA,Bloor & Harmony- 2 bedroom apt. Quiet area, close to all amenities. Clean building. $725 & hydro. 289-314-6825 or 905-743-9514 OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious apts lowrise building. 1- bdrm apt $660/mo avail immedi- ately; 2 bdrm $800/mo avail. April 1st . Appliances, laundry facilities and parking included. Call 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA,GREAT LOCATION. 1, 2 & 3 BDRM apts. Large units. New, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near schools, bus stop, amenities. Avail. immediately, March/April. 1-866-601-3083 or 905-438-1971 www.apartmentsi- nontario.com OSHAWA,Holiday Inn area, small brand new 2 bedroom, low- er level $955-all utilities included. appliances, no dogs, first/last/ref. Avail. immediately. (905)434- 1386 or 905-431-0190 OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms freshly painted, laun- dry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus hydro, available March.Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA,Newly renovated Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & appliances, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop. & amenities. Available March/April. 1-866- 601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, NICELY decorated 2- bedroom apt., in clean well-main- tained building. Heat, water, park- ing included, on-site laundry, near schools, shopping, transit. Available immediately. $690/month. (905)434-9844 to view. OSHAWA,spotless, clean newly decorated, 1 large bedroom apartment. all inclusive, with cable. No smoking/pets. First/last, references. March 1st, $750. (905)723-7228. OSHAWA- SOUTH END two 2- bedrooms. Close to beach, schools & GM. Includes utilities, washer/dryer, 2 parking spaces, share backyard. $770/$800. Available March 1st. No dogs. (905)721-2342 PICKERING -Bayly & Liverpool area. 2 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separ- ate entrance, no smoking/pets. $750/mo.First/last.905-420-7079 PICKERING - Brand new, profes- sionally finished 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Rouge Valley area. Bright, Separate entrance, A/C, laundry, cable +, large mod- ern kitchen/bath, 1 car parking. No Pets/Smoking. $875/month in- clusive. Available immediately. Call 416-818-5700 PICKERING 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. $900/mo. No pets. Separate entrance. Updat- ed kitchen. Utilities included. 1 parking, laundry. Minutes to Frenchman's Bay. Available im- mediately. 905-837-0365. PICKERING Liverpool Rd. S., 1 bedroom basement apt. suits one person, separate entrance, park- ing. $625 inclusive, avail. imme- diately.(905)839-7054. PICKERING PARKWAY - 3 bed- rooms, 1 1/2 baths, one-parking, avail. March 25. $1295/mo+hy- dro. Immaculate condition. View at www.tinyurl.com/22N4J 416- 893-2545 PICKERING Whites/Sheppard 1- bedroom bsmt, side-entrance, laundry, 1-parking, near all amenities/401. Available March. 1st. $700-inclusive, prefer single, first/last, no pets/smoking. Call Abbas (905)831-3835 PICKERING,Rosebank/Shep- pard. Bright 2-bdrm basement, private entrance, parking, private washer/dryer, storage, fireplace. Available immediately. $1,100/mo inclusive. No pets/smokers. Call Gita at 905-940-9200 ext 334, or 647-208-4482.References PICKERING,1 bdrm basement, parking, free computer and inter- net, suitable for mature friendly person, $750/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. No smoking/pets. 289-314-9016 PICKERING,Brock/Hwy#2, 1- bedroom basement. Full bath, separate entrance, parking/gar- age, cable, own laundry. Close to OPG. No smoking/pets. First/last, $750/inclusive. (905)428-3788 PICKERING, BUNGALOW, beautiful neighbourhood, 2 units, 3-bedroom main $875+ utilities, 2-bedroom bright basement $800+ utilities. Large yard, steps to beach/ parks, on bus route. 416-284-4324 PICKERING,Liverpool/Hwy. 2, bachelor basement in townhouse. Share entrance. Parking, laundry. No smoking/pets, male preferred. Available Mar.1st. $550/inclusive. 905-420-2654. PICKERING- WHITES/BAYLY, 1-bedroom basement apt., re- cently renovated, clean, quiet, utilities and parking included. Available immediately. $775/month. No smoking. Call (905)420-3738. PICKERING:Liverpool/Bayly, spacious 3-bedroom basement, separate entrance, a/c, laundry, 1 parking, near all amenities. No pets, $1100 inclusive, first/last. Available immediately. 416-991- 9990, evenings (905)420-0898. PORT PERRY, Quiet, well kept large deluxe, 2&3 bedroom apartments in low-rise, walk to Lake Scugog. Parking and laun- dry. No pets. Call 905-985- 3406, PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet, 2-bedrooms. Avail. imme- diately. $895/mo. Laundry, park- ing, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1- 800-693-2778 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 viewit.ca (vit #17633) UXBRIDGE NEW!To wnhouse / Apartments, air conditioned, 4 ap- pliances, patio/garden, parking, storage. 905-852-4777 SIMCOE NORTH on Russet Ave. 2-bedroom, newly decorated, well-maintained quiet 12-plex small building. Cable, heating & water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576-2982. SOUTH WHITBY -New 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separate entrance, bathtub, parking. $650/mo. inclu- sive. Avail immediately. 905-666- 6888 or 416-529-9660 between 6pm & 10pm or leave message. SPACIOUS, BRIGHT 2-BDRM bsmt apt, includes everything but telephone. Westshore/Bayly. $1100/mo cable/utilities included. Separate entrance, laundry, patio, parking, close to bus stop. 416-505-7389 TRIDEL/LIBERTY @Discovery Place, Upgraded Suites available, bachelor, 1-bedroom, or 1-bed- room and den. Gated community beside library, PTC and Go bus Pls call Penny Lozowskij, Sales Rep, Re/Max First Realty Ltd. 905-831-3300. UXBRIDGE-SPACIOUS bright 1 bedroom, separate entrance, kitchen/large livingroom with fireplace/4 appliances/cable/park- ing/central air/vac. No pets/non- smoker $950. inclusive. Available April 1st, references 905-852- 5487 Gerry. WALKOUT 1-BDRM basement apartment, prefer working profes- sional. $800/mo. utilities included. Private laundry, OR top 2 floors $1200/mo.. Available immediate- ly, first/last. 905-831-4068; 416- 882-1248. WHITBY - 2 bedroom suites from $860 - $875 per mo. all inclusive. Close to all amenities. Office hours 9 - 5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY BROCK/401 - 3 bdrm main floor, clean, quiet. 5 appli- ances, deck & yard. No smok- ing/pets. Available April 1st. $1170/mo inclusive. Call 905- 428-3965 WHITBY large new 1 bedroom, separate entrance, ensuite, dish- washer, ceramic tiles $950 in- cluding utilities. First/last, no pets/smoking 905-576-1779 WHITBY,3-bedroom main floor, $1350/month, includes utilities and cable. Basement apt., large 2-bedroom, $900/mo, all new, includes utilities and cable. No pets/smoking, references required. (905)683-6863 WHITBY, BEAUTIFUL bachelor apt in quiet triplex, includes utilities cable, no smoking or pets, great area, $700 905-571-3464 WHITBY, LARGE 2-bedroom, executive area. No smoking/pets. Near schools, shopping. Includes 3 baths, master ensuite, fridge, stove, dishwasher, laundry, cable, c/air, gas fireplace, all utilities, indoor parking. April lst, $1500/month, first/last, referenc- es.(905)668-3977 OSHAWA,2-bedroom, newly renovated, 5 mins to 401, laundry facilities, includes 2 appliances, 2 car parking, $780 & hydro, Available immediately. No pets, call (905)623-7858. PICKERING PARKWAY 3 bed- rooms, 1-1/2 baths, one-parking, avail. March 25. $1295/mo+hy- dro. Immaculate condition. View at www.tinyurl.com/22N4J 416- 893-2545 3 BEDROOM CONDOMINIUM quiet Ajax neighbourhood. End unit, finished basement, garage, backyard, 5 appliances, a/c. Close to amenities. No smok- ing/pets. $1050+utilities. Avail. April . 905-767-5654. 3 BEDROOMS, AJAX Main floor bungalow. Close to amenities. Private yard. Good location. $1,195 inclusive. April 15. Non- smoker. Pets okay. lst/last. Ref- erences. 905-426-7965. 3 PLUS 1-BEDROOM,King/Wil- son area, first/last required, no pets, $1150/mo plus utilities, first/last, $200 water deposit re- quired. Available May 1st. (905)430-0249 4 BEDROOM BACKSPLIT, Liv- erpool/Bayly. Garage, appliances included. Close to school/shop- ping. $1200/+utilities. 1st/last. Available immediately or April 1st. 905-831-8259 or 416-508-8259 4 BEDROOM FARMHOUSE,2 baths, North of Port Perry. Horse barn available. Available immedi- ately.(905) 655-3393 4-BDRMS,brand new, 2-1/2 baths, stainless steel appliances. Hwy 2/Westney. Amenities. Avail. now. Free high speed inter- net /cable. $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 pay- ment required. Why Rent! Call Bill Roka, 25 years as top sales rep with world's leading realtor. Re- max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888- 732-1600 A GARDENER'S PARADISE, Whitby. 3-bdrm upper level bun- galow. Bright, spacious, hard- wood floors, air, 1/2 acre lot, ga- zebo, garden, parking, quiet resi- dential area. No smoking/pets. April 1st. $1295/mo+ utilities. 416-827-3334 A-ABA-DABA-DO STOP PAY- ING RENT! Own from $650/mth. NO MONEY DOWN. $35,000+ family income- up to $20,000 cash back. To good to be true. Call Ken Collis, Coldwell Bank- er 2M Realty, Assoc. Brkr, (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576- 5200, kencollis@sympatico.ca ACT FAST! BEAUTIFUL & Mod- ern Semi detached 3 bedroom house for rent, walking distance to Altona forest, Schools & Parks, Move in date April lst 2006. all appliances included. The house is located in Pickering on quite street, backing on to a ravine. Please call Robert at 905- 837-5422 for more information. AJAX - Spacious 5-bedroom ex- ecutive home, very quiet neigh- bourhood. Westney South, near lake. Backing onto greenbelt. Double garage, available now. $1700+. Call Zally/Najir 416-315- 6113 or 905-827-6027. AJAX SOUTH,3 bedroom, with finished basement, $1400 plus utilities, includes 5 appliances, avail. immediately. No pets. Ref- erences required.(905)831-9090. AJAX- Beautiful executive home, 2300 sq.ft., 3-bdrms, en- suite, family room, 2-1/2 baths, California Kitchen, cac, cvac, 5 appliances. $1590+% utilities. Walk to all amenities. (905)683- 7267 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Car- ries for less than rent. OAC. Mini- mum income required per house- hold is $40,000. Please call Aure- lia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905)728-1600, 24 hr.pager. COURTICE main floor of house, beautiful, clean, bright, prof deco- rated, 3-bedroom, quiet neigh- bourhood. Backs onto park. 1-1/2 baths 5 appl. non-smoking. $1150/mo+utilities. March lst. (905)434-5422. HOUSE FOR RENT,with in law apartment. Newly renovated in- terior. Westshore area. View of lake, $1975 & utilities. Available March 1.call 1-800-701-7812. LARGE 3 BEDROOM house, Grandview St. S., near Harmony Rd/401, 5 mins to golf course. Near all amenities/schools. Fin- ished basement with bedroom, 1.5 bath, laundry, garage, large back yard. References, no pets/smoking. $1200 plus utilities, available immediately. Call (416)465-3219 after 6pm, N.W. WHITBY- very clean, three bedroom bungalow, finished basement, hardwood floors, 5 ap- pliances, C/A, $1250+ utilities, No pets/smoking.call 905-666-2226 N.WHITBY,newer 3-bedroom semi, 3 baths, garage, gas heat, c/air, court location, available April lst. No pets, first/last, refer- ences. $1550+ utilities. Call Aurelia Cosma (905)728-1600 PICKERING- OLDER 2+ bed- room bungalow, central air condi- tioning, large lot, walk to PTC/Go. Available April 1st. $1125+utilities.(905)420-1524 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 24, 2006, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com EXHIBITORS WANTED for the METRO EAST SPRING HOME & GARDEN SHOW March 3, 4 & 5 Pickering Markets Trade Centre Bayly St. at Squires Beach Rd. 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 THE PICKERING MARKETS Indoor sidewalk/antique sale March 25th & 26th, Trade Hall only. Bring your products and tables. Great for crafters, home businesses and community groups. $70+GST for 10 x 10 space. Borje Salming autograph session, March 26th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor inquiries call:905-426-3387 ext. 222 SMITH, Christina Marie (nee Meades) Passed away February 22, 2006, at the Sunnycrest Nurs- ing Home, Whitby, in 93rd. year. Born in Springhill, Nova Scotia. Predeceased by her husband, Charles C. Smith, whom she met and married in Montreal. They moved to Dunbarton in the early 1940's. She had 6 children, Barbara (George Var- ty) of Whitby, Joan (Harry Hopkins) of Oakville, Pa- tricia (Michael Corless) of Los Angeles, California, Donald (Dianne) of Barrie, Charles (Donna) of Pickering and predeceased by infant daughter Lil- lian. She leaves behind 16 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. She served as past president of the Eastern Star, Pickering Chapter. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old King- ston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 on Friday February 24, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Private Family Service. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Heart & Stroke Founda- tion or the Arthritis Society would be greatly appre- ciated. A book of condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) Come to the "BIG ORANGE BARN for BIG BARN SAVINGS" Sunday, February 26 Preview 11:30 a.m. Starts 1:00 p.m. Interesting Sale of Stock overruns, Antiques & Estate pieces.We have bedroom sets including King size suites, sofa sets, dining room ensembles, coffee tables, Bombay chests and bathroom vanities.This sale will include Art such as The Group of Seven & Robert Bateman, Rugs & many other unique gift ideas. Dealers welcome. We are looking for consignments for our upcoming Antique & Estate Auction, Sunday, March 19th. -Auctioneers- Peter Raithby & Anthony Wagler Call 905-683-0041 "Unlimited Deals - Your Price" NORTHEAST OSHAWA - 3-bed- room 3-washrooms, 2-walkouts, 2-storey home. No appliances. Close to all amenities, greenbelt. $1150+utilities. Avail. March 1st. Credit check required. Call Jack 905-576-1910. OSHAWA,quiet neighbourhood, clean & well kept 3-bdrms, main floor, parking, no smoking/pets. $1100/mo inclusive. First/last, ref- erences. Avail. April 1st. Call 905- 571-5049 PICKERING,Bayly/Crosno, main floor 3-bdrms, air, 2-parking, shared laundry, adult lifestyle. Avail. March 1st. $1150/mo inclu- sive. No smoking/dogs. Call days (905)706-6569 or evenings (905)420-8308 QUIET OSHAWA,location, 3- bedroom ground floor bungalow, avail. April 1. Close to schools/shopping, bus. Large fenced backyard. Laundry fa- cilities/parking included. $975./mo + 2/3 hydro/water.(905)725-9083 RENT TO OWN extensively reno- vated 3 bedroom house, close to Oshawa Centre. Close to all amenities. Own your own home today! Call 905-720-3215 or 416- 722-4709 WHITBY-LAKE Ridge/Hwy 7 country setting, unique 2 storey, one bedroom house, open con- cept avail. now, $800 plus Con- dolyn management 905 428-9766 WHITBY/Taunton/Anderson. very large unique 3 +1 bedroom exec. home, secluded park-like 1-acre setting, pets OK, appliances, air garage, No-Smoking, basement not included. $1700+ avail April Condolyn Management 905-428- 9766. AJAX ROSSLAND/WESTNEY, wheelchair accessible 3-bedroom townhouse $1,127/mo + utilities. Available immediately. ALSO 2 bedroom townhouse $1,018/month+utilities, available April 1st. 905-619-2287, 1-866- 323-9962 ext 27 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. LUXURY TOWNHOME in Whit- by, 3-bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, fin- ished basement w/gas fireplace, 6 new appliances, air, no pets, references & credit check, $1500/month. Available immedi- ately.(905)430-0404 NORTH OSHAWA 3-bedroom townhouse for rent, March 1st, close to all amenities & bus. $1050 plus gas & hydro. Call (905)723-1924, leave message. OSHAWA SOUTH 3 bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956 or Toll-free 1-866-922-6422. OWN A TOWNHOUSE $0 Down, OAC.Wade Kovacic, Sales Rep., MinCom New Vision 905-430- 6066 PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house, renovated. $1049 + utilities. First/last. Memory Lane, Liverpool/Finch. Available imme- diately.(416)724-0404 WHITBY - Rossland & Brock St. 3 bdrms., 2 1/2 bathrooms, 5 ap- pliances. 1 1/2 yr. old townhouse. $1100/mo.+3/4 utilities. First/last. No smoking/pets. Avail. March 1. Call 905-447-3398. 3 ROOMS FOR RENT,newly renovated, very clean, no pets/no smoking. For more information please call (905) 839-5994 or 905-649-6545 AVAILABLE in Oshawa, fur- nished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bath- rooms, run of house, non-smoker, parking, laundry, high-speed in- ternet, near all amenities, $460/month. 905-424-0881 FURNISHED ROOMS in 3 year new house. Ajax. Suit profes- sional or student, seconds to GO stop/station, shopping, 401. Im- mediately, $450/$500, first/last, includes cable/internet. Call 905- 426-9822 (LM) FURNISHED Whitby room for non smoker, light cooking allowed and laundry privileges $410 - first/last.Call 905-655-8844 LIVERPOOL/FINCH - CLEAN, spacious room for rent, $480 all inclusive. Available immediately or March lst. Non smoker. (416)554-1557 (Mark) 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 WHITES RD/Strouds Lane -fur- nished room for working person (preferred). Full kitchen, cable, separate bathroom, available im- mediately. $110/week. Call 905- 420-1846. WHITES RD./401 Furnished bachelor. Private bathroom, u/g parking. No smoking. Suits con- tract person or com- muter $140/week. Available 905-831-9248 AJAX - ROOM PLUS Har- wood/401 - clean and quiet. Kitchen, laundry, cable, air, park- ing, Great for students or shift workers. Call Dave after 5 p.m. 905-428-9398 AMAZING NEWLY renovated "apartment style" bachelor, separ- ate entrance and shower, lounge. Available furnished, parking, laundry. Clean & responsible. Available March 1 2006 & April 1 2006.905-720-2265 WHITBY -Garden & Dundas. To wnhouse to share. Extra large bedroom, parking, laundry. Close to all amenities. Non-smoker, no pets. $535/mo. inclusive. First/ last. Available March 1. Call 519- 894-1843, 519-241-9586 or 1- 877-893-2963. SINCERE SINGLES,Profession- al Introduction Service (1992) un- limited matches, unlimited time period. Call toll free 1-866-719- 9116 www.sinceresingles.ca CARDINAL NANNIES & COMPANIONS INC. Since 1985 Call for Interview 905-666-2228 or fax resume 905-666-9689 www.cardinalnannies.com 519 Dundas St. E. Unit #3 Whitby, ON Full Time Part Time Nannies required NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER re- quired , part-time 5 days week or 3 full days. 1 toddler. Pickering. Prefer Urdu speaker. Rate nego- tiable.CAll Hina (905)831-8062 AFFORDABLE loving daycare, all ages, non-smoking, exp., steps Glengrove P.S., St. Antho- ny Daniels bus route. near PTC. Large fenced backyard. Play- room/crafts, Snacks, lunch. Ref- erences.(905)839-7237 CONVENIENT LOCATION on commute to work at McCow- an/401; clean, non-smoking, good rates, ECE qualified, ex- tended and flexible hours, rich program and policy, 416-289- 6032 RESPONSIBLE home childcare, 17 years experience, infants-10 years. First-Aid/CPR, creative play and outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine (905)683-0352 BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, ceiling lifts etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668-8560 OR 1-800-659- 0668 RESPITE CARE available. Call SUNNYCREST NURSING HOMES. Margaret Misetic, Director of Care, 905-576-0111 ext.226. IBRAHIM, AFRICAN Medium and Clairvoyant. I can help you out with all despairs. Reunite lov- ers forever, happy marriages, court case, remove bad luck, curses, success in business, ex- am, protection against evil, and even hopeless cases. Quick Re- sults.416-783-3910 PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satis- faction guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball readings. Always private and confidential. House parties available. (905)665-3222. HAY & STRAW for sale. Double conditioned, no dust, small squares, 50-55 pounds, First and Second cut, Delivery Available. (705)426-3099. 1995 PONTIAC GRANDAM V-6, auto, 4-dr. Hi km's but excellent cond. New tires, PDL, PW, Power side mirrors. Cert, e-tested. $2200. 905-435-1091 6' PINE HARVEST TABLE, 6 ladder-back cane-bottom chairs, buffet. $800 OBO. Solid wood Electric Fireplace, with mantle, "Symphony Encore" $2000 OBO. (905)420-7572 A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,800. Call 905-213-4669. A DINING ROOM,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 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 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. JUST ARRIVED Scratch & Dent Appli- ances. Durham's largest selec- tion of reconditioned appliances - Lowest price guaranteed! Too much to list! Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S.(905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250.Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 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 construc- tion, never opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900.(416)748-3993 BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: P4's (Dskp) Starting at $319., add matching 17" Flat (CRT) Monitor for $65., Laptops. Call for Current Inventory. Re- pairs at reasonable rates. Locat- ed at 112 Luke Street, Oshawa. Email: bitsandbytes@rogers.com www.bitsandbytestech.com or call (905)576-9216 BLACK LEATHER RECLINER comfortable, in good condition. $200 ($899 new). Got lift chair, must sell.905-839-6038 CARPET CARPET CARPETS - All Berber carpets on sale starting from $13/yard installed including hi-density pad. 12mm thick lami- nate from $2.49 sq. ft. installation available. All other carpets and vi- nyls at unbeatable prices. Lots of selection for every budget. Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- 242-3691 (Oshawa area); 905- 373-2260. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) in- cludes: carpet, pad and installa- tion. Free estimates, carpet re- pairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Ac- cepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 COMPUTER TROUBLE?We of- fer you On-Site Networking & Computer Repairs/Upgrades, Vi- rus Removal & Wireless Security. We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Repairs/Sales call S D L 905- 428-7559, cell 416-892-6965 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca 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. HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safe- ty Covers - best quality, best pric- es, all colours, all sizes. Delivery included. PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514 or 866- 972-6837 www.homeandlei- sure.ca LARGE 6 glass door walk -in Commercial cooler, plus coin op- erated pool table., call (905)666- 5275 LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728-9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. LIKE NEW- Two 8pc. bedroom sets, 1 light oak, 1 brandy. Dresser, wing mirror, armoire, head/foot rails, 2 night tables $1800.905-721-7202. NEED HOME PHONE SERVICE? * No Credit * No Deposit * Everyone Qualifies $34.95 mo. CALL TELECREDIT 4ahookup 1-888-424-6658 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recon- ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- ated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide se- lection of other new and recondi- tioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PIANO - Mason & Risch upright with matching stool, easily ac- cessible for moving, paid $1800, asking best offer. 416-291-1974 (work); or 905-427-0811 (home) PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS - Specials on all 2005 instock items. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Ya maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905- 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2150. 905-213-4669. QUEEN-SIZE PINE cannonball bedroom suite, 2 end tables, bed, ladies low dresser w/large mirror, man's high dresser, good condi- tion, asking $650.(905)666-9619 RENT TO OWN - New and re- conditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit applica- tion refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. SATELLITE TV- NO MONTHLY BILLS: Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!. We also of- fer Installation + repair. NOW AC- CEPTING DONATIONS IN LIEU OF THE CORCORAN FAMILY. U-Neek Electronics, 226 Bloor Street E. Oshawa. (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com: Visit our store today! (905) 435-0202 USED KITCHEN cabinets for sale. Price negotiable. Call after 6 p.m. weekdays, anytime week- ends.(905) 686-8192. VELVET SWIVEL ROCKERS, (2) beige, Sklar-Pepplar, $300 pair or best offer.(905)686-6273 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000- 6,000 people per weekend. Rent starts $200 - $230 per month for indoor space. (Sign-ups by March 31st, will receive a free months rent!) Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowman- ville. Call 905-436-1024 or visit us: www.courticefleamarket.com WE BUY YOUR OLD GOLD: RINGLEADER FINE JEWEL- LERY 145 Kingston Rd., Ajax (McDonald's Plaza) 905- 426-7464, WE BUY YOUR OLD GOLD, ask for Phil. A KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent, very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measure- ment. Free delivery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753-2246. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell (905)424- 9411 LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, The best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/ delivered. Call 905-424-1735. QUALITY FIREWOOD,all hard- wood, fully seasoned and ready to burn. Honest measurements and fair prices. Delivery only. Call Rob (905)718-7147 or (905)725- 5415. BLACK GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies, reg & microchipped, parents on site, ready March 5. Males $800 females $700. Liftlock Bed & Breakfast, Peterbo- rough (705)742-0110 CHIHUAHUAS adorable, short coat, babies, male/female, Gold- en & cream, home-raised, health guaranteed. Ready to go! (905)722-9360 CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS,first shots, dewormed. CKC Regis- tered. Call (905)344-7093. CORSO PUGLIESE puppies. 10- wks-old. Family and working-dog homes. Protective and social $1500. AMERICAN BULLDOG male, 1 yr-old. security/guard only.(905)720-2825 GOLDENDOODLES,M/F, beau- tiful wavy champagne coats; Lab- radoodles (F1B), 2 loveable males, chocolate w/white chests, 1st & 2nd shots, great family pets, low/no shed. 705-437-2790 www.doodletreasures.com GOING ON VACATION? Not comfortable leaving your pets in a kennel? Loving, reliable, experienced, pet care in your home! Call Gina (905)426-7541 GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups, also Cairn Terrier puppies (To- to's), non-shedding, non-allergic, they love kids, home raised, first shots, dewormed. Call 905-355- 5420. JACK RUSSELL puppies,first shots, ready to go. (905)986- 5217 or (905)424-9411 JACK-A-POO BABIES,3/4 Poo- dle x 1/2 Jack-Russell. Vet- Checked, Shots and Dewormed. Also LHASA-POO/MALTESE Males, Vet-Checked, Shots & De- wormed. (705)324-5075. JACK-A-POO BABIES,3/4 Poo- dle x 1/2 Jack-Russell. Vet- Checked, Shots and Dewormed. Also LHASA-POO/MALTESE Males, Vet-Checked, Shots & De- wormed. (705)324-5075. MALTESE/POODLE, white, born January 2006, males and female, first shots, dewormed, groomed, little beauties. Little Brittain 1- 705-786-2833 PERSIAN KITTENS FOR SALE - grey & white.905-426-2900. SHAR-PEI,female 1 year old. All shots, house trained, spayed. Great family dog. $1,000. Call (905)668-8487 SHIH TZU PUPPIES FOR SALE, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked, $450 each Call 905- 260-8855. YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. 1991 ACURA INTEGRA SE, 4dr, black, sunroof, 5-spd, air, CD, E- tested $1495; 1994 DODGE SHADOW, 4dr, 4cyl, auto, E-test- ed, new tires $750 obo; 1996 CHEV CAVALIER, 2dr, red, re- built trans., new alternator, new battery, CD, E-tested $995; 1991 CHEVY BLAZER, blue, 4dr, 4-wheel drive, rebuilt motor, E- tested $795. 905-259-8682 be- fore 9 p.m. 1991 HONDA CIVIC Hatchback with wide body kit and many new parts. Hit on driver's side, asking $900 or o.b.o. Call Chris at 905- 447-6415 1996 DODGE NEON, Good con- dition. 175, 000 km. White/grey interior. 4-door. Baby belt. A must go for b/o! Well taken care of, regular oil change, no rust. 905-420-4379. 1999 SATURN 162K $3,999. 1998 Neon 145k $2,990. 1997 Ford Probe 142k $4,990. 1997 Chev Venture $3,999. Others from $1699, certified & e-tested. Call (905)683-7301 or (905)424- 9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com NEED A CAR? LET US GIVE YOU THE CHANCE YOU DESERVE! APPLY ONLINE WWW.VILLAGE CHRYSLER.CA OR CALL 905-683-5358 OR 906-767-0951 ASK FOR BRIDGET WE GET YOU DRIVING! 2001 BUICK CENTURY Custom, 4 dr., silver, auto, air, cruise, tilt, p.l/w., 3.1L, 61,000kms, excellent condition & warranty. $11.9K. Call (905)668-6001 2002 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr., silver, 5spd. manual transmis- sion, 149,000ks., Air, 6 CD changer,Great condition. Asking $4,500 certified. call (905)721- 0726. $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc.905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all cash for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $$$AD FREE AUTO removal. Cash paid for unwanted vehicles. Fa st & Friendly service. Call (905)683-9647 or 647-321-9647. 1 A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1978 Chev.1 ton dump 4X4, all new tires, approx. 80,000 original miles, runs good $2000. 905- 723-6794 1987 KAWASAKI NINJA 1000R, great shape, lots of extras. Certi- fied $2,750. Call 905-985-4762. 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Ch ild’s Name: Date of Birth: Address: Postal Code: Phone NumberDay: Eve: Parent/Guardian Name: Email Address: Where possible,confirmation letters and forms will be e-mailed priorto camp. Mail to: SCOUTSaboutWinterAdventure DayCamp 1345 Baseline Road,Suite 200 Ottawa,ON K2C OA7 Call us:1-888-Scouts-Now(1-888-726-8876 ext.618) Fax us:SCOUTSabout: 613-225-2802 W ebsite:www.scoutsabout.cervis.ca E-mail for more info:nbenson@scouts.ca Belleville: Queen Elizabeth $115.00 N/A Public School (McDonald Ave.) Ajax: Pickering Village United $115.00 $26/day Church (300 Church St.N.) Oshawa: Camp Samac $135.00 N/A (275 Conlin Rd.E.) Tr enton: Queen Elizabeth $115.00 N/A Public School (16 Sillers Ave.) Camps run from 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. (extended hours are available ata minimal fee – please call to confirm.) All prices include G.S.T. Lo ca ti on Cost/week Cost/day Would you like to help send a child to camp? We do make an effort to help families attend ourcamps and always welcome donations. All donations over$20.00 are eligible fora charitable taxreceipt. Scouts Canada, through their Scoutsabout team from the Loyalist College Early Childhood Education Program, are excited to offer a fun and exciting week of jam- packed programs over the March Break. March 13-17, 2006 Winter Adventure Outdoor games & nature hikes Creative arts & crafts 5new exciting daily themes new friends! Our March Break team looks forward to seeing you & your friends for the best March Break memories ever! For more information, visit us on the web at: www.scoutsabout.cervis.ca call us at 1-888-726-8876 ext 618 Camp Samac , 1711 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa Sincerely; The SCOUTSabout team from Loyalist College or drop by and register N o r t h A j a x D e n t a l N o r t h A j a x D e n t a l 475 WESTNEY RD. N., AJAX 905-427-9160 Evening & Sat. Appointments Emergency Service Available TOOTH WHITENING ORTHODONTICS SPORTS GUARDS RELAXING GAS FA MILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY rrs TM New Patients Welcome MARCH BREAK PROGRAM - 2006 It’s hard to believe that March Break is just around the corner but it is. The week of March 13-17 is always exciting for us because we team up with Loyalist College Early Child- hood Education Students to run the best week ever for youth aged 5-10. Everyone can participate in our exciting program. The fun & excitement starts with activities like these: Arts & Crafts Hikes & Nature Walks Indoor & Outdoor Games Campfi re Fun An Outdoor Adventure! Join us for a week of themes: Monday: Tr ains, Planes & Automobiles (It’s Travelling & Transportation at it’s best) Tuesday: ‘The Great Outdoors’ (It’s an Earth Day worth remembering) Wednesday: ‘Superheroes to the Rescue’ (Be the Best hero you know how) Thursday: ‘Come Celebrate with Us’ (It’s a day of Holidays from around the world) Friday: ‘The Five Senses’ (Learn, Laugh, Live - celebrate all 5 of those senses we have) Join Us for a week of fun: Full Days: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Oshawa: Camp Samac Pickering: Village United Church Call us for more information or to register: 1-888-SCOUTS-Now! (1-888-726-8876) extension 618 or look for us on the web: www.scoutsabout.cervis.ca Mention this ad and receive $10 off March Break Fun. BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. 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