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Twenty-six day transit strike ends with handshakes By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — The end of a 26-day transit strike was marked with hand- shakes and kind words exchanged be- tween management and the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) union. The strike by Durham Region Tran- sit workers ended Tuesday afternoon after the CAW union Local 222 mem- bers voted 94 per cent in favour of a new, three-year collective agreement and regional councillors voted unani- mously to accept the tentative settle- ment. Buses will be back on the road Friday. “Everyone is quite happy with the agreement that we reached,” said John Johnson, CAW unit chairman. Mr. Johnson said the deal includes progress in wages and restricts the em- ployer from the unfettered contracting out of work. “We are quite happy to be going back to work,” he said. “I got quite a few questions but, at the end of the day, everyone is quite happy with the package we managed to achieve.” The deal makes sense for taxpayers as well, according to Garth Johns, the Region’s commissioner of human re- sources. “We have tried to maintain a good balance between what is fair to the employees and what’s respectful of the taxpayers’ needs and demands,” Mr. Johns said. 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This year, Sleep Country Canada’s goal is to double that number. To donate a child’s coat, visit any of the 116 locations. The Ajax location is at 30 Kingston Rd. E. and the Pickering store is at 1099 Kingston Rd. For more information call 1-888- sleep-88. [ What’s on ] Telephone helpline volunteers needed by Distress Centre DURHAM — The Distress Centre Durham is looking for empathetic, non- judgemental and responsible people to volunteer their time as a telephone helpline volunteer. Volunteers must be 18 and over and will receive training in active listen- ing, risk assessment, grief and loss and setting and maintaining boundaries. As well, volunteers learn crisis and suicide intervention and prevention techniques. A telephone interview and face- to-face registration meeting to pick up the training manual will take place upon completion of a volunteer’s application. Volunteers must then take part in the two-part training workshop on Nov. 19 and Nov. 26, from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. They must also commit to 16 hours per month, including one overnight shift. The deadline for receipt of applica- tions is Nov. 10. To r eceive your information pack- age and application call 905-723-4461 or visit www.distresscentredurham. com and apply online. [ Index ] Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Entertainment, B3 Classified, B5 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 49,900 durhamregion.com ✦ See High, Page A8 Arrest made in trucker’s murder Man’s body was discovered in Pickering By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Four months after the discovery of a Brockville area trucker’s body in Pickering, Durham police have charged a man with first-degree mur- der. Durham homicide investigators working in conjunction with Montreal police made the arrest in Brampton Friday, charging 49-year-old Paul Cyr of Montreal with first-degree murder, forcible confinement, use of a firearm and theft over $5,000. Police allege Mr. Cyr hijacked 35-year-old Donald Woods and killed him, making off with the load of chicken Mr. Woods was hauling in his truck. Mr. Cyr appeared in bail court in Os- hawa Saturday and was remanded in custody. Police are releasing few other details of the arrest, citing the integrity of the investigation. CRAZY DAYS AT WILLIAM DUNBAR AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — It was Crazy Sock day at William Dunbar Public School recently and these young girls played the part using socks to cover their pigtails and as decoration. They are, from the left, Yasmeen Araish, Leslie Sawdon, Amy Gos- tick and Isis Foderingham. Dunbar has one school spirit day per month. Gang activity on the rise in Pickering Police believe City is home to at least seven gangs By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — The situation isn’t black and white, but one thing is clear, street gang activity is on the rise in Durham. From Pickering to Clarington the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) has identified 32 gang loca- tions and according to Detective Sean Fitzgerald of the DRPS’s Gang Enforce- ment Unit, there could be more. “We don’t necessarily know how many there are out there,” Det. Fitzger- ald said. The presence of street gangs is hav- ing an impact on crime in the Region, Police Services Board chairman Doug Moffatt and Chief Vernon White re- cently told Durham Regional Council members. Councillors said a map given to them identifying how many gangs are in each of the area municipalities was shocking. “In the last three years our crime rate has decreased by 14 per cent,” Mr. Moffatt said. “We are one of the safest communities.” According to Mr. Moffatt, among nine similar communities, Durham ranks fourth in crime rate and sec- ond in the clearance rate for solving crimes. But, despite a decrease in the crime rate, there has been a notable increase in gang activity, according to Chief White. Homicides are up in Durham from two in 2005 to six between January and July of 2006. “When you look at six homicides, at least some will turn out to be gang related,” Chief White said. The area gangs range from strong, established groups to something as primitive as four high school students who decided to give themselves a name. In Ajax, police have identified 11 gangs, Pickering has seven, Whitby has five, Oshawa eight and Clarington has one. The Gang Enforcement Unit started in 2005. Its mandate is to investigate the most violent gang members, with an emphasis on firearms and drugs. “Durham was trying to look ahead before it became a problem,” Det. Fitzgerald said. “Especially to the de- gree you see in the states.” According to Det. Fitzgerald, gangs and gang activity has been made a priority here. “We are getting an increase in gath- ering information,” he said. “Does that mean there are more gangs and guns out there or that we are learning more about them? I think it is a little bit of both.” Gangs are classified as qualified, identified non-qualified and Toronto- based gangs residing in Durham. A qualified gang member, under the law, is an individual who meets at least three of six criteria of a gang mem- ber. The criteria are: a reliable source information such as an inside gang member or a community resource, po- lice information as a result of observed association with other known gang members, admission of gang member- ship, involvement in gang motivated crime, having previously been identi- ✦ See Money, Page A8 The Pickering 40 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2006 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Sudden death Penalty flicks needed to decide field hockey final Page B1 ✦ See Arrest, Page A8 >Xe^j`e;li_Xd G`Zb\i`e^ @e[\ek`]`\[ efe$hlXc`]`\[ ^Xe^j1( Kfifekf$YXj\[ ^Xe^ji\j`[`e^ `e;li_Xd1- 8aXo Kfifekf$YXj\[ ^Xe^ji\j`[`e^ `e;li_Xd1(( N_`kYp @[\ek`]`\[ efe$hlXc`]`\[ ^Xe^j1( Kfifekf$YXj\[ ^Xe^ji\j`[`e^ `e;li_Xd1+ Fj_XnX HlXc`]`\[^Xe^j1) @[\ek`]`\[ efe$hlXc`]`\[^Xe^j1, Kfifekf$YXj\[^Xe^j i\j`[`e^`e;li_Xd1( :cXi`e^kfe @[\ek`]`\[ efe$hlXc`]`\[^Xe^j1( Charged up Nissan is all shook up over electric vehicles Wheels pullout Buses back on the road Friday By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — With henna hands, samosa sales and diverse dance moves, Altona Forest Public School recently celebrated the Muslim Eid and Hindu Diwali. In recognition of its diverse population, the Pickering school invited students to bring their culture with them Oct. 26, by offering henna, selling samosas for charity, sharing their cultural dance moves, and displaying information about the recent Eid and Diwali. “We have everything in this school and we want to celebrate everything the best we can in the school,” said teacher Marie Thomas, a co- ordinator for Students Together Against Racism at Altona Forest PS who also initiated this year’s event. By celebrating the different cultures present in the school’s student body, it helps eliminate some of the stigmas and fear of trying new things, she said, as students in cultural costumes walked past her and into the gym in preparation for their dances. All students were able to perform and dances included Sri Lankan, reggae and Macedo- nian style. “You can only accept it when you’re aware of it and can appreciate,” said Ms. Thomas. In the spirit of the donations Muslims make during Eid and Ramadan, the school sold sa- mosas to raise money for St. Paul’s on the Hill food bank in Pickering. Noor Bahsoun, a Mus- lim student at Altona Forest, said Eid follows Ramadan, a month-long period of fasting to recognize the struggles endured in the past and what it feels like to be poor. To celebrate Eid, prayer occurs, followed by feasting with family and friends and donations. “It’s actually kind of good and fun,” said Rayana Hussain, another Muslim student. Noor said the school events help other students learn about her culture and why they do certain things. “When I first came to this school, I was the sec- ond person to wear the headdress and everyone asked why and if I had no hair,” said Noor. “The reason we wear it is because God asked us to hide our beauty.” The henna decorations were created by Hindu student Delany Kandiah in recognition of Diwali. “The main thing about Diwali is lighting up our house, having a dinner and praying with our rela- tives,” said Delany, whose parents are Sri Lankan. She said they also buy new fancy clothes to wear for the day. Fireworks, sharing homemade sweets and re- laxation is part of the celebrations as well. “Diwali is supposed to represent our God,” she said. “Pretty much just to thank the God for what he gives us.” Delany said henna is a traditional design Hindu people do for every celebration. She put it on about 20 students. “It made me feel happy,” said Delany. 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PAGE A2 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ November 1, 2006A/P Photo by Rob Mitchell A treat so others can eat AJAX — St. Francis De Sales Catholic School’s annual ‘Trick or Treat so Others Can Eat’ campaign was ready for another year of collecting food for those less fortunate. The pet project of Grade 7/8 teacher Shannon O’Connor, the campaign donates the food collected by her students on Halloween night to the local food bank. Sarah Mathews, Tory Charette and Daniel Liderri were all set to hit the streets to do their share. Altona Forest students recognize Eid and Diwali For more on this story ONLINE SUDOKU Now online at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 durhamregion.com 8[ed[e\j^[Óhij+&&Ykijec[hijeijefXo5IF"KBY)PNF%FQPUj^_im[[a[dZWdZf_YakfW\h[[" [d[h]o#iWl_d]YecfWYjÔkeh[iY[djb_]^jXkbX 9<B $OekYWdWbieh[YoYb[oekhebZ_dYWdZ[iY[dj \[ij_l[b_]^jijh_d]iWdZ][j+e\\Wd[mijhWdZe\[d[h]o#iWl_d]B;:\[ij_l[b_]^ji <kbb[l[djZ[jW_biWjWFSJEJBOPODB &7&/5445"35"5".4)"31 9ecfb_c[djie\?dWiieY_Wj_edm_j^ B_c_j'f[h^eki[^ebZ$Ijh_d]e\+&ehceh[$ (FUBGSFF $'-BU5IF)PNF%FQPU"OEXIJMFZPVµSFBUJU CSJOHJOZPVSPME JODBOEFTDFOUGFTUJWFMJHIUTUSJOHT UPSFDFJWFPGGBOFXTUSBOEPG-&%MJHIUT 5)&"+"9)0.&%&105 ,JOHTUPO3PBE&BTU &WFOUTBSFIBQQFOJOHGSPNBNQN $'-(*7&"8": BOE'&45*7&-*()5&9$)"/(& 4BUVSEBZ /PWFNCFS 4VOEBZ /PWFNCFS 4BUVSEBZ /PWFNCFS 4VOEBZ /PWFNCFS www.dce.ca Register online at Durham Continuing Education 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa OSHAWA LOCATION Offi ce Galleria, Second Floor, Suit 155, Oshawa Centre, Oshawa ON L1J 2K5 PICKERING LOCATION 1410 Bayly Street, Unit 4, Pickering, ON L1W 3R3 REGISTER ONLINE OR BY PHONE TODAY COMPUTER TRAINING EVENING CLASSES STARTING SOON CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS IN NEXT SESSION STARTS DECEMBER 4 ONE DAY WORKSHOPS Course Name Fee Starts Day Access 2003 Level 2 195.00 Nov-09 Thurs Excel 2003 Level 2 170.00 Nov-08 Wed Offi ce 2003 Overview Level 1 175.00 Nov-08 Wed Simply Accounting 2004 Level 1 195.00 Nov-06 Mon Webpage Design using Dreamweaver MX 225.00 Nov-07 Tues Windows XP 170.00 Nov-06 Mon Word 2003 Level 2 170.00 Nov-07 Tues Working with Digital Images 140.00 Nov-09 Thurs Course Name Fee Starts Day Accounting Manual Level 1 175.00 Nov-08 Wed Access Level 1 195.00 Nov-08 Wed Adobe Photoshop 7 Level 1 225.00 Nov-09 Thurs Excel 2003 Level 1 170.00 Nov-07 Tues First Look at Computers 170.00 Nov-09 Thurs QuickBooks® Professional 2005 195.00 Nov-08 Wed Word 2003 Level 1 170.00 Nov-06 Mon OSHAWA 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm PICKERING 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Offi ce 2003 Fundamentals Certifi cate 6 WEEKS Offi ce 2003 Profi ciency Certifi cate 12 WEEKS Accounting Certifi cate Option 3 WEEKS FRIDAY Access 2003 Level 1 Osh Nov 03//Pick Dec 01 Level 2 Osh Nov 10//Pick Dec 08 Level 3 Osh Nov 17//Pick Dec 15 Digital Images Osh Dec 15 Excel 2003 Level 1 Pick Nov 10/Pick Sep 15 Level 2 Pick Nov 17/Pick Sep 22 Level 3 Pick Nov 24 PowerPoint 2003 Level 1 Osh Nov 24 Level 2 Osh Dec 01 Visio 2003 Level 1 Osh Dec 08 Word 2003 Level 3 Pick Nov 03 SATURDAY Access 2003 Level 2 Pick Nov 04 Level 3 Pick Nov 11 Excel 2003 Level 1 Pick Nov 11 Level 2 Pick Nov 18 Level 3 Pick Nov 25 Internet (Introduction) Pick Nov 11 Word 2003 Level 1 Osh Nov 11 Level 2 Osh Nov 18 Level 3 Osh Nov 25 All Workshops cost $99 and are 1 day in duration (9:00 am – 3:00 pm). PAGE A3 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ November 1, 2006 A/P Photo by Rob Mitchell Salmon find a new home AJAX — Scott Montgomery, left, and Christopher Chubb, right, of Banrock Station Wines, release several hundred 10-month-old Atlantic Salmon into Duffins Creek in the Greenwood Conservation Area. Banrock con- tributed $1.25 million towards the re-stocking of the salmon population in Lake Ontario, with approximately 25,000 of the fish being released in this area. Once native to Lake Ontario, the salmon disappeared entirely in the late 1800s but with the co-operation of the Ministry of Natural Resources and contributors such as Ban- rock and the LCBO, it has been possible to release almost 350,000 Atlantic Salmon fry into Duffins Creek, the Credit River and Cobourg Creek. AJAX — An 18-year-old Ajax youth is recover- ing from wounds to his face and back after a stab- bing in Ajax Monday night. The youth was attacked by a 16-year-old Ajax youth after a verbal dispute between the two boys escalated into physical violence, police say. Police arrived at the Bailey and Harwood area location just before 10 p.m. Monday and arrested the 16-year-old youth after a brief foot chase. He is being held in police custody for a bail hearing and is charged with aggravated assault, posses- sion of a dangerous weapon and failing to comply with a keep the peace order. The stabbing victim was taken to Rouge Valley Health in Ajax with non-life threatening injuries. He was treated and released, police say. Police recovered the weapon -- a six-to-eight inch knife -- in the nearby Harwood Plaza. Covering Durham’s education situation ccrimi@durhamregion.comREPORTER CRYSTAL CRIMIS tabbing sends Ajax youth to hospital AJAX — A woman who led police on a chase as she tried to evade a checkpoint was one of 11 people busted for impaired driving over the weekend. Durham police said the woman fled a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) stop in Ajax by entering the westbound lanes of Hwy. 401 at Salem Road. She was stopped by Durham officers at Brock Road and charged with impaired driving and flight from police. Officers were out in force throughout the re- gion over the weekend, stopping approximately 6,700 vehicles at checkpoints. Cops administered 29 roadside breath tests and charged 11 motorists for drunk driving and also suspended 13 drivers who registered warning readings. Three people were charged with driving-relat- ed Criminal Code offences and one was charged with drug possession. Driver who fled RIDE check charged with impaired Coalition says 905 regions missing $1.5 billion By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — The size of the funding gap for social services in the 905 area surprised even those who provide the services. According to a report released Oct. 24 by the Strong Communities Coalition, there is a $1.5 billion funding gap in the 905 regions. “It was larger than what we expected. We always knew there was a large gap in our areas,” said Edna Klazek, the execu- tive director of the United Way of Ajax- Pickering-Uxbridge. The local United Way joined with United Ways in Peel, York, and Oakville, as well as the GTA/905 Healthcare Alli- ance, to form the Strong Communities Coalition. The Coalition’s goal is to im- prove local and timely access to health care and social services in the 905 re- gions. The group formed following the re- lease of the Province’s Places to Grow legislation. Ms. Klazek said while mem- bers were happy to see a plan for growth for their areas, there were some con- cerns. “We were quite disappointed that they did not invest in human social capital,” she said. The United Ways got together with the health alliance and decided to raise awareness and stress the need for the provincial government to invest in human services. Ms. Klazek said they wanted to back up their argument so they went to PriceWaterhouseCoopers to have an analysis done. It found there is a $1.5 billion annual funding gap in the 905 regions – $551.5 million in social services and $993.7 million in health care. The Coalition reports the gap is because those areas receive $181 less in per capita funding for social services and $246 less per capita for health care services. Ms. Klazek said that funding disparity is having an effect on Durham families, youth and new Canadi- ans. “It means people who require (fam- ily counselling) services are left waiting up to eight months or a year for those services,” she said. “Our im- migrant popula- tion is changing and the needs of those people are going unmet.” The gap has been growing in recent years. “Our people are waiting longer for health and social services,” she said. “Many of them have to leave the com- munity to get care.” The coalition makes three recom- mendations to the government in its Growing Pains report designed to im- prove local access to health and social services for residents of the 905 regions: immediately provide growth funding for health and social services in the regions of Durham, Halton, Peel and York; re- vise the way the funding is allocated for health and social services across Ontario so it is distributed on the basis of population; and develop a health and social services strategy for Ontario’s high-growth regions to complement Places to Grow, and that this strategy be developed in consultation with the GTA/905 stakeholders, including mem- bers of the Strong Communities Coali- tion. 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He is the chief architect and spe- cialist responsible for the business and idea development of planning activities within SWECO-FFNS AB, the architectural arm of one of the leading engineering, environmental technology and architecture consult- ing firms in northern Europe. He spoke about the Swedish Sus- tainable City Concept, an idea he developed in cooperation with the foreign ministry in Sweden and the Swedish Trade Council. It is a holistic concept for sustain- able urban development that was first introduced at the 2002 World Urban Forum in Johannesburg. It focuses on quality of life, health, comfort, and safety for people and nature. He said in a model of sustain- able development the use of buses and environmental cars should be promoted. Also, he recommended closed loop solutions be developed in the areas of waste, energy and water. “It is a matter of policy, technology and planning but also procedures and collaboration,” Mr. Ranhagen said. “It is very much a question of sharing experiences.” The visit was part of the Region’s program to develop relationships with international markets that are of interest to Durham. Edna Klazek Swedish delegation brings lesson in sustainable development NEWS ADVERTISER There’s lots more news online at durhamregion.com British Columbia court decision eliminates fees By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — If Ontario ever fol- lowed British Columbia’s lead and banned extra school fees, the extras wouldn’t occur, says the chairwom- an of the Durham Catholic District School Board. In response to a British Colum- bia Supreme Court ruling that bans schools from charging extra fees, Whitby Trustee Mary Ann Martin says she is not concerned about the decision. “There are so many other things that have taken place across Canada that have not affected our board,” says Trustee Martin. “I’m not sur- prised by various things I read in the paper and what different provinces are doing. “It will be in- teresting to see whether the ministry ap- peals that,” adds Trustee Martin. The court’s recent decision means B.C. parents can no longer be charged for trips, musical instru- ment rentals and specific course supplies. The decision followed a lawsuit launched by a school trustee who argued schools are unable to charge extra course fees according to the Province’s school act. Trustee Martin said if Ontario was to implement a similar ruling, the government would have to plan its grants a little differently. 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To see more photos from residents across Durham and to submit your own, visit citizenseye.com, the Metroland Durham Region Media Group’s citizen submission website. The page is dedicated to the submissions and photos of readers from around Durham. PA GE A6 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ NOVEMBER 1, 2006P S ometimes I feel like an idiot when I travel. Like I’m two years old. The problem is, I think, that I don’t travel enough. In fact, I travel just infrequently enough to be completely ignorant of the current customs in terms of gratuities and bell staff be- haviour. For starters, unless I’m stag- gering under the weight of enough supplies to outfit the Franklin Expedition, I don’t generally require, nor seek, as- sistance in carrying my bags. I’m a fairly big guy, I can han- dle it. But in a lot of these ho- tels the minute you get out of the taxi there’s this emaciated guy standing there looking desperately hopeful that you’ll throw him a bone by way of your briefcase or suit bag. Maybe it’s just me, but I’m al- ways overcome by a paralyzing guilt that if I don’t let this stiff do his thing, and consequently grease his palm, he’s going to crawl home later that day and find an empty crutch in the corner where Tiny Tim used to sit. It’ll be my fault that there’s no plum pudding. I’ve tried the ‘It’s okay ... I’ve got it’ routine a number of times, blowing past the Bell Waif and heading to the elevators, but it’s just not worth it. Not only do I always get the impression that the guy’s going to do something nutty like leave a severed horse’s head in my bed, but with one very practiced smirk, these guys can make you feel like you’re the scum of the earth, like a Co- lombian drug dealer, like there you are, walking to the freak- ing elevator wearing shoes that cost more than this guy’s yearly take-home, and you can’t help a dude out? Sometimes it’s all I can do not to turn around and scream, “Yes, alright I’m an actor! But I’m not a star. I’m ‘Cop No. 4’ for God’s sake. I’m ‘Irate man in parking lot.’ I’m ‘red-faced attendant.’ And I have kids at home who are going through shoes like Imelda Marcos. I drive a 12-year-old mini-van! My wife needs braces! And these stupid shoes are ward- robe!” But it’s no good. They see you staying at a five-star hotel, they recognize your mug from television, however vaguely, and they make a beeline. Yo u’re gold. You’re Burt Convey. So now, I give in. “Sure you can hail me the taxi that I’ve seen sitting out front for the past hour.” “Phew, thanks, that computer bag was killing me.” “Oh, so that’s how the TV re- mote works.” But giving in is not the end of my travails; in fact it’s only the beginning. Because, inevi- tably, when the guy is done with his ridiculously unnec- essary labours, he will stand there awkwardly, while I, just as awkwardly, do Kumon cal- isthenics in my head trying to figure out what the appropriate tip should be. And, of course, I never get it right. I either total- ly burn the guy with whatever insultingly small, but handy, change is in my pocket at the time, or I do something stupid by flipping him a twenty and trying to sound like a mem- ber of the Rat Pack, “There ya go Scooter. Stay away from the broads huh?” The Rat Pack? I’m an idiot. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. Follow Neil’s BLOG drinfo.ca/croneblog.html. EDITORIAL Bell staff gratuities confound traveller IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, e-mail photos to mjohnston@durhamregion.com. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com LETTERS TO THE EDITOR /4& Council dropped the ball on green bin bags To the editor: Re: Durham recycling and transit. I have been reading with great interest the comments that your readers have been making regarding the bags for our recycle bins. We too have been extremely frustrated with their early de- composition and the original scarcity of replacement sup- ply. It is offensive to me as a resident and taxpayer that the bags originally used in the trials were respecified at the direction of the supplier of waste removal services. This would seem to negate the va- lidity of the trial. It also begs the very impor- tant and I believe the criti- cal question of how Miller Waste obtained the authority to dictate to council, staff and through them to the citizens of Durham regarding this issue. Where were our elected of- ficials and their support pub- lic servants when this took place? To put it more plainly, how does the service provid- er obtain the right to dictate terms to the customer? The recent transit service disruption was also at least 50 per cent the responsibility of this current council for not having the ability to negoti- ate with the union represen- tatives to provide a seamless consolidation of the multiple contracts which were in place prior to consolidation. This current council has quite a bit to answer for and I can only hope that that takes place on Nov. 13. Michael Etcher Pickering Benefit expectations unrealistic To the editor: After following the Durham Region Transit strike since it started, I must say I am miffed at the gall of DRT employee contract demands. Especially the demand to have medi- cal benefits extend from the date of retirement until death. They surely must be kidding or have obviously lost touch with reality. Then again, DRT employ- ees are represented by the Ca- nadian Auto Workers and we all know the reality they live in. The current state of the North American big-three au- tomakers is testament to that. Most residents living in Durham today with thoughts of retiring within the next 10 to 25 years do not have such unrealistic retirement benefit expectations. Knowingly, the honourable citizens of the re- gion realize they are responsi- ble for looking after their own retirement expense and con- tribute to a retirement plan regularly. This, however, is not the plan of DRT employees. Their plan is have Durham region residents, present and future, pay for their unreal- istic retirement expectations through increased property taxes for many years to come. Clearly unacceptable! My message to DRT em- ployees is this: my property taxes are high enough already thank you very much. I do not wish to pay one penny more than I have to. Every addition- al penny I spend on property tax towards your retirement is one more I have to take away from paying for mine. That I cannot live with, and I will encourage regional coun- cil representatives to stay the course and never give in to such ridiculous demands. Yo u people need to get a real and move into the work- ing environment currently imposed by the 21st century like every body else. To dd Pickett Pickering This Week’s Question: Do you plan to attend events at the new downtown Oshawa General Motors Centre? Yes No Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Do you think school board trustees should make more money? 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[ Letters Policy ]-- We welcome letters that include name, city of residence and phone numbers for verification. Writers are generally limited to 200 words and one submission in 30 days. We decline announcements, poetry, open letters, consumer complaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e- mail: mjohnston@ durhamregion. com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. Province must recognize Durham’s funding needs Social service providers in the 905 area knew they weren’t re- ceiving enough funding compared to most other areas in the province. And, now they have numbers to back up their claim, figures that even surprised those experts in the field. The Strong Communities Coalition is made up of the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge, United Way organizations in Peel, York and Oakville, and the GTA/905 Healthcare Alliance, and formed after the Province released its Places to Grow legislation. The mem- bers’ concern was that there was no investment in “human social capital,” says Edna Klazek, executive director of the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge. The coalition knew that saying ‘we need a greater investment here’ wasn’t enough; it needed numbers, and went to the respected firm of PriceWaterhouseCoopers to do an analysis. According to it, there’s a $1.5-billion yearly funding gap in the 905 region, broken down as $551.5 million in social services and $993.7 million in health care. The coalition states the gap exists because, compared to the rest of the province (not including the far north and teaching hospitals, most of which are in Toronto), the 905 region receives $181 less in per capita funding for social services and $246 less per capita for health care services than they do. But, the issue is not just about dollars and cents, Ms. Klazek suggests. Behind the numbers are people and families who aren’t getting the timely service they need. “It means people who require (family counselling) services are left waiting up to eight months or a year for those services,” she said. “Our immigrant population is changing and the needs of those people are going unmet.” And the numbers aren’t static. According to Ms. Klazek, the gap has grown in recent years and, as a result, people in the 905 have to wait longer for services and “many of them have to leave the com- munity to get care.” The coalition has some recommendations that are hard not to endorse. When you consider the tremendous growth in areas such as Durham and York regions, a call for growth funding in these areas make a lot of sense. It also calls for a health and social services strategy for the province’s high-growth areas to comple- ment Places to Grow, and that stakeholders in the 905, including the coalition, be consulted on it. Finally, the coalition wants to see funding for health and social services allocated on the basis of population. The 905 area is often the forgotten little brother of Toronto when it comes to provincial funding, and it’s an issue government needs to address sooner rather than later. Neil Crone enter laughing 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 South Pickering Senior's Bazaar Saturday, November 4 9 am – 1 pm East Shore C.C. 910 Liverpool Rd. 905.420.6588 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. DATE MEETING TIME Nov. 01 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Nov. 02 Pickering Advisory Committee on Race 7:00 pm Relations & Equity Nov. 22 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting 7:00 pm Nov. 22 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Saturday, November 18, 7 - 10 pm Petticoat Creek Community Centre 470 Kingston Road West, (just west of Rosebank Road) Acrobat Music INC. RECORDING STUDIO See the top entrants compete to become the 2006 Pickering Star and take home the Grand Prize! Watch for our Finalists to be announced in the weekly community page & online @ cityofpickering.com/teen. Municipal Operations Help us keep your streets clean and safe this fall season KEEP STORM SEWER CATCH BASIN GRATES CLEAR It is important that storm sewer catch basins be kept clear so they can serve their intended purpose, which is to remove stormwater from streets and boulevards. With the upcoming fall season, there will be leaves and debris collecting on catch basins on your street. In an effort to avoid street flooding, your cooperation in keeping catch basins clear of obstructions in your neighbourhood would be appreciated. City staff resources are not always sufficient to keep up with the need and demand due to the vast number of catch basins and the increasing urban forest cover, including mature street trees. There are a few things you can do to help City crews: • keep drains clear of any accumulated debris •dispose of yard waste properly, so it never gets washed into catch basins. Please refrain from blowing or raking leaves and grass clippings onto roadways. The goal of this program is to clear storm sewer catch basin grates on a regular basis so it is less likely they will become blocked during heavy rains and cause flooding. For information on City of Pickering roads, trees, parks & trails, please call our Operations Centre at 905.683.4319 BEFORE AFTER In Honour of Remembrance Day The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 and The Corporation of the City of Pickering would liketoexpresstheirsupportand appreciation to our Canadian Veterans. Join us Saturday, November 11th 10:30 am Esplanade Park, City Hall as we recognize the achievements and sacrifices of those who have served and died for Canada i nthestruggle for worldwide peace. Experience Art @ Pickering City Hall Tony Johnson & Anne Labelle - Johnson Call 905.420.4620 for details SANTA CLAUS PARADE 2006 SANTA CLAUS PARADE 2006 It’s a Candy Cane Kick-off for the Holiday Season! It’s a Candy Cane Kick-off for the Holiday Season! SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 10:00 AM cityofpickering.com/greateventscityofpickering.com/greatevents The Kinsmen & Kinette Club of Pickering invite you to welcome the holiday season in style! This year’s “Candy Cane Christmas” parade brightens the Pickering streets! Bring your Friends & Family, it’s Tonnes of Fun, the Holiday Season has Just Begun! Bring your Friends & Family, it’s Tonnes of Fun, the Holiday Season has Just Begun! Who is Eligible? Pickering property owners or residents, 18 years of age or older are invited to apply. How to Apply? Persons wishing to apply must submit an application form to the City by no later than Friday, November 24, 2006. The application form is available on the City’s website or by contacting the City Clerk at 905.420.4660, ext. 2153 Selection Process Council will appoint qualified candidates for citizen vacancies in January 2007. All appointments run concurrent to the four year term of Council. Boards and Committees Accessibility Advisory Committee Role is to advise Council on its accessibility plan and review selected site plans and drawings for new building and development. 12 Citizen appointments (50% from the disabled community). Meets 7 pm fourth Wednesday of every month. Contact: Prem Noronha-Waldriff, 905.420.4660, ext. 3229 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity Role is to provide guidance and advice to the City to promote the full and equal access, opportunity and participation of all citizens in the social, cultural, economic and political affairs of the community and the City. 3 Citizen appointments – meets 7 pm on the first Thursday of every month. Contact: Marisa Carpino, 905.420.4620, ext. 2099 Animal Services Committee Role is to govern hearings of appeal under the Responsible Pet Ownership by-law. 2 Citizen appointments – Meetings held as required. Contact: Lindsey Brenner, 905.420.4660, ext. 2065 Committee of Adjustment Established under the authority of the Planning Act and its purpose is to consider applications from property owners for minor changes or variances to the City’s zoning by-laws. 5 Citizen appointments - $80 honorarium per meeting. Meets 7 pm Wednesday evenings every three weeks. Contact: Lesley Dunne, 905.420.4660, ext. 2024 Fenceviewers and Property Standards Committee Role will be to arbitrate fence disputes between neighbours and hear appeals from residents who have been given an Order to comply with the Property Standards by-law. 5 Citizen appointments - $80 honorarium per meeting. Meetings held as required. Contact: Kim Thompson, Manager, By-law Enforcement Services, 905.420.4660, ext. 2187 Heritage Pickering Established under the authority of the Ontario Heritage Act for the purpose of advising Council on means of conserving heritage properties and areas to advise Council on programs to increase public awareness of heritage conservation issues. 8 Citizen appointments – meets 7 pm every third Tuesday of the month. Contact: Debi Bentley, City Clerk, 905.420.4660, ext. 2153 Land Division Committee Administered by the Region of Durham. Council is requested to nominate one person on behalf of the City of Pickering. Actual appointment will be completed by Regional Council. 1 Citizen appointment. Contact: Region of Durham, 905.668.4113, ext. 2576 Livestock Valuers Required to investigate livestock killed by dogs or coyotes and determine the value of the livestock that have been killed. 1 Citizen appointment - $50 plus mileage per investigation; investigations as required. Contact: Debi Bentley, City Clerk, 905.420.4660, ext. 2153 Pickering Museum Village Advisory Committee Role is to advise Council on matters of the establishment, management and maintenance of the Pickering Museum. 10 Citizen appointments – meets approximately five times per year. Contact: Marisa Carpino, 905.420.4620, ext. 2099 Public Library Board Responsible for overseeing the management of the Pickering Public Library system. 7 Citizen appointments – meets 7 pm every fourth Thursday of the month except July and August. Contact: Cynthia Mearns, CEO at 905.831.6265 Waterfront Coordinating Committee Role is to provide a forum for ongoing discussion amongst the various groups, agencies, interests and individuals involved in projects and initiatives along the waterfront, to help coordinate the implementation of approved waterfront projects, to provide technical advice and assistance on waterfront issues, to provide assistance in waterfront funding sources and fundraising efforts. 8 Citizen appointments – meets six times per year. Contact: Debi Bentley, City Clerk, 905.420.4660, ext. 2153 YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE VOLUNTEER TODAY! Debi A. Bentley, CMO, CMM III City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 cityofpickering.com GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY! The City of Pickering encourages citizens to participate in their community by volunteering for one of our boards or committees. 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Non-qualified gang members do not meet three criteria, while Toronto- based gangs have been identified by the City’s police service. “Gangs from Toronto are recogniz- ing there is a market out here,” Det. Fitzgerald said. “We are seeing some migrating.” The heavier concentration of gangs associated with Toronto are in Pickering and Ajax. According to the Criminal Intelli- gence Service Canada 2006 annual re- port on organized crime, there are ap- proximately 80 street gangs currently active in Toronto with an additional 95 identified in the regions York, Peel, Waterloo/Kitchener, Thunder Bay, Ni- agara Falls and Ottawa. More established gangs in the area are into selling crack cocaine while lower-level gangs are more about in- timidation and power. The potential for more violence is present with the introduction of knives and firearms, tools used to gain power, Det. Fitzger- ald said. There are a number of reasons why youths joins gangs, Det. Fitzgerald explained. “Specifically, the gangs we see are in it to make money and power,” he said. “They will join for protection as well.” The DRPS, according to Det. Fitzger- ald, is putting an emphasis on bringing down street gangs and gang activity. “There is a lot of good work being done,” he said. Education is a key component of the DRPS’s preventative measures. Each community has an education liaison at the high school and elementary level. “They talk to kids and teachers and try to dispel some myths and identify potential gang members,” Det. Fitzger- ald said. There is also a Community Re- sponse Unit (CRU), which is both pro- active and reactive. The CRU goes out into the community to do compliance checks. This unit feeds information to the gang enforcement unit, which as- sists them in identifying problem areas and people. around 23 hours, included some tough times and hard bargaining. “I am proud to say that we have a collective agreement which is good for the taxpayers of Durham,” Mr. Johns said. “But, it didn’t come at the ex- pense of staff or the CAW that repre- sented them.” The transit workers walked off the job, halting buses in most of the re- gion, on Oct. 5 over issues of retiree benefits, contracting out and sick leave payout. “A lot of hard work, that is all it comes down to,” Mr. Johns said. “I think the parties put their minds to resolving the issues... they didn’t want to be out of work anymore than we wanted them to be on strike.” “The things we were concerned about, I think, were more than ad- equately addressed,” he added. 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RECEIVE A BALLOT WITH A MINIMUM $25.00 PURCHASE AND ENTER THE DAILY DRAW FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN. 10th Anniversary TICKLE ME ELMO PAGE A8 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ November 1, 2006P SUDOKU Now online and updated daily at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 durhamregion.com SUDOKU Now online and updated daily at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 durhamregion.com Man threatened with death during Ajax home invasion AJAX — A 25-year-old man was bound with tape and threatened with death during a home invasion in Ajax on Monday. Durham Regional Police investiga- tors don’t believe it was a random act and say the house may have been tar- geted. Officers from 19 Division were called to the house, in the Salem and Ta unton roads area, around 4:20 p.m. The incident happened around 3 p.m. on Oct. 30, when the victim re- ported two men, one armed with a handgun, entered a home. The sus- pects bound the victim with electrical tape before searching the house. Police said the perpetrators were looking for a second male who lives in the house and were also demanding cash. They fled empty-handed in an un- known direction. Money and power main reason for gangs: police ✦ Money from page A1 ✦ High from page A1 High school service first up Mr. Woods was found dead in his truck June 23 after a citizen, who had seen the rig parked behind the Pickering Wal-Mart store on Brock Road 24 hours earlier, became concerned. Mr. Woods, of Athens, Ont., had been shot; his cargo, $40,000 worth of fresh, air- chilled chicken, was gone. The theft of the chicken became a central theme in the investigation. At a press conference in July Durham police described the cargo and its distinctive packaging in hopes the information might lead to tips from restaurateurs or other consumers. At the press briefing, investigators outlined Mr. Woods’s last know move- ments. He said goodbye to his wife in Brockville around 9 p.m. June 21, before heading west on Hwy. 401 to the GTA . He was last seen at a Belleville- area truck stop later that night and his truck was first observed parked behind the Wal-Mart around 8 a.m. June 22. At that briefing Mr. Woods’s widow made an emotional appeal for infor- mation in the case. Police said after the arrest Friday they believe Mr. Woods was forcibly seized and murdered, his cargo hi- jacked and taken to the Toronto area. It’s believed the chicken was sold, po- lice said. ✦ Arrest from page A1 Arrest in murder PAGE B1 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ November 1, 2006 P SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Sports briefs NOVEMBER 1, 2006 [ Basketball ] Jackson’s 17 leads ESN past North Alliance Press AJAX — ESN Packaging wrapped up a tidy 50-27 victory over the North Alliance Press in opening action of the Ajax Men’s Basketball Association’s 2006-07 season. ESN big man David Jackson led the way, throwing down 17 points; Tom Rowen, Ken Daniels and Yves Dube con- tributed 11, 10 and nine points, respec- tively. Claude Feig and Frank Forde led NAP, each with 10 points. In Game 2, Dickson Printing nar- rowly defeated team Blue 42-40. Greg Rowe led Dickson with 15 points. Gord Brown netted 10. Louis Davis had the hot hand for the Blue team with 12 points. Don McEach- ern added six. Rookie Bill Manos lead Top Shelf to a 52-43 victory over Burgundy in the final game of the evening. Manos netted 14 points, while veteran teammate Mike Jovanov tossed in 11. Allan Gomes and Sherwin James led Burgundy with 15 and 13 points, respec- tively. The league plays Wednesday eve- nings at Ajax High School until April. The league extends a warm welcome to all rookie players, returning players and to new scorekeepers, Brittany Karrys and Kaila Roberts. Geese deposit win over previously undefeated bankers AJAX — The Grey Geese took flight and Mario’s was magnificent in Ajax Ladies’ Recreational Basketball League play last Wednesday night. Ta nya Williams led all scorers with a 21-point effort, including three treys, to lead East Side Mario’s past the Cherry Red Tomatoes 52-32 in the first game of the evening. The Tomatoes ran into first-half foul trouble and sent East Side’s hot shooter Dulcina Wind (18 points) to the line for six singles. Despite the score, the Cherry Red Tomatoes are showing signs of develop- ing strong team play. Rookie Sharon Buschbeck broke out with 10 points to reply for the Tomatoes. Meanwhile, the Grey Geese handed Scotiabank its first loss of the season, 41-34, in the second game of the night. Nicole Pennie paced the Geese with 18 points, including three three-pointers, in the victory. With only 10 points in the first half, the bankers steadily closed the gap in the second half until the final minutes when they succumbed to foul trouble. The banker’s scoring leader, Sonia Thomas, scored nine of her 11 points in the second half. The Grey Geese played a superb game in all areas. The flock’s solid de- fence in the first half was combined with balanced team scoring. In the second half, Scotiabank limited the number of field goal opportunities, but opened the vault to the charity stripe. Lori Lomberg took full advantage and shot 75 per cent from the line in the second. [ Boxing ] Aw ad awash with provincial gold AJAX — A fighter from the Ajax- based Tiller’s Boxing Club came back with gold following the Arnie Boehm Novice Provincial Championships in St. Catharines last weekend. Mohammad Awad garnered the gold medal in the 64-kilogram senior novice category after defeating Steven Archer from the Bluewater Boxing Club of Sarnia. Archer retired after the second round. Af ter receiving a walkover on his first fight of the meet after an opponent from Sault Ste. Marie was a no-show, Aw ad defeated Ahmed Showkuri of the Big Tyme Boxing Club in Orangeville. Aw ad was leading 24-4 in the second round when the fight was stopped. Brandon Cooke, fighting in the 75- kilogram senior novice level, lost to Ryan Baulk from the St. Catharines Boxing Club 25-14 on points. Cooke advanced to the second day of fighting in his weight class after knocking out Evon Clarke of the King Street Boxing Club in Kingston in the first round. One other Tiller’s fighter, Shana Van Luven, entered the ring in the 71-kilo- grams, female novice category. She lost her first bout to Cathie Tessier of the Nomad Boxing Club of Ottawa after the referee stopped the contest in the first round. Tiller’s boxers will take part in the Huff Boxing Club event in Mississauga on Nov. 16. STROKING TO THE FINISH Jason Liebregts / News Advertiser photo Brianna Gagne puts her all into her stroke while representing the Pickering Swim Club at its annual Sprint Meet at the Pickering Recreation Complex pool last weekend. Seven GTA clubs, including Pickering, sent swimmers to the annual competition. Panthers tested in tie with Aurora Pickering juniors unbeaten in last five By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — By any definition, the Pickering Panthers are purring along of late. The OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League team is currently on a five-game unbeaten roll, having taken three of a possible four points against two upper-echelon clubs on the weekend. Most im- pressively, the Panthers laid claim to a 3-3 overtime draw with the Aurora Ti- gers, providing the visitors with their only blemish on a perfect 16-0-0-0 re- cord entering Sunday’s contest at the Pickering Recreation Complex. The Panthers (10-6-2-0, tied for third in South Conference standings) started the weekend with a 3-2 victory over the Markham Waxers in Markham on Fri- day night. The Panthers were sparked by the arrival of forward Cody Smith, who rejoined the club after leaving the Ontario Hockey League’s Brampton Battalion. Smith contributed a power- play goal and an assist in the winning cause. It was Sunday’s tie with the Tigers, however, that served as the big test for the Panthers as they faced arguably the top club in the league in an early-season test. In a high- tempo contest that had the feel of a playoff contest, the Panthers held a 3-2 lead heading into third period. It was a late third-period goal by Paul Zanette that salvaged the draw for Au- rora, the top team in the league’s North Conference. While playing 4-on-4, with each team having a player in the pen- alty box, Zanette fired a hard shot past Pickering goaltender Brad Fogal. Panthers’ head coach Pat Curcio says his players could smell victory, but unfortunately it wasn’t to be. He praised his players’ hard ethic, which is beginning to pay off in big games such as Sunday’s contest. “Our work ethic tonight, I can’t com- plain about our work ethic. We certain- ly deserved a better fate,” notes Curcio. “We were the better team tonight. I’m not going to be humble about it. We deserved the two points, but we’ll set- tle for one. “I don’t mind that 3-3 tie at all. I’m very proud of the team. They worked very hard. It was an exciting game with playoff in- tensity.” Newcomer Smith was more blunt in his assessment of the game: Aurora was fortunate to escape with any points. “The way I look at it, Aurora should be happy taking a point off us,” says Smith, who played his second game back with the Panthers. Sunday’s game provided further evi- dence that attaining goaltender Fogal in the trade with the Newmarket Hur- ricanes two weeks ago was a stroke of brilliance by Panthers’ management. Fogal was tested time and again, es- pecially in the third period, with both teams pulling out all the stops in order to break the 3-3 deadlock and get the win. All told, Fogal faced 36 shots on the night. With the game tied 2-2 in the second period, Fogal was called upon to make a big save on a penalty shot awarded to Aurora’s Mike Dahlinger, who was hauled down on a breakaway. With Dahlinger going for the deke, Fogal went for the poke check, with the puck sliding harmlessly off into the corner. Later in the second, Fogal made an unbelievable save at close range, stack- ing the pads to take away what ap- peared to be a sure goal for the Tigers. Curcio was effusive in praise of Fogal’s continued strong work in the Pickering cage. “Confidence is the key to success and Brad is a confident, successful in- dividual,” says Curcio. “With him in the net, you know you’ve got a chance to win every game. He’s an unbelievable asset.” The Panthers embark on a home- and-home series with the much-im- proved Vaughan Vipers (12-1-4-0 for 28 points, second in South Conference standings). The Vipers are at the Pickering Rec- reation Complex Friday at 7:30 p.m., with the Panthers playing in Vaughan on Saturday at 7:45 p.m. Brad Fogal Pat CurcioFor more on this story Ilott’s sudden-death flick wins it for Richardson Field hockey final under protest by Dunbarton By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM — The J. Clarke Richard- son Collegiate Storm claimed the nar- rowest of victories over the Dunbarton High School Spartans in the varsity girls’ field hockey Durham Region final at the Ajax school Friday morning. A penalty flick taken by Shelly Ilott, nursing a sprained thumb that was tightly bandaged for the final, found the back of the net to end the game in sudden-death penalty flicks. But, the result may not stand, pend- ing an appeal to the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) ex- ecutive by the Spartans. The protest was reportedly based on how the game officials interpreted the rules for shoot- ers in sudden-death penalty flicks. The officials ruled the Spartans couldn’t use any of their shooters in the sudden- death penalty flicks they had earlier used in the first five penalty flicks. If the protest is upheld, the sudden-death penalty flicks will be replayed. Richardson coach Sarah Bell noted the protest must be resolved quickly, as LOSSA must declare its representative for the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) champi- onships in Agincourt, which get under- way Thursday. At press time Tuesday, it wasn’t known when the LOSSA executive would rule on the protest. The game ended in a scoreless tie at the conclusion of regulation time and at the end of a 10-minute sudden-death overtime period. Each team sent out five shooters for penalty flicks and none were able to beat Richardson goalten- der Megan Marubashi or Dunbarton keeper Reid Williamson. Ilott, who scored the winning marker, says her sore thumb was the least of her worries . It was keeping her nerves under control as she walked to the ball with a chance to win the game and the championship. “I remember thinking ‘Oh my God, I can’t do this’. I wanted it to go in the corner and it did,” she says while being congratulated by teammates in the post-game celebration. As for the injury, Ilott explains the adrenalin of competing for a champi- onship made it an afterthought. “It didn’t really bother me,” she noted. “I was just so pumped for the game.” Marubashi, who kicked out five shots in penalty flicks, and another three in sudden-death flicks, was relieved the pressure was off after the game. “I was really nervous when it went to a shootout,” she says. Bell was effusive in her praise of her players following the final. “The girls stepped up and dug deep,” says Bell. “It was an outstanding final with both teams playing well offensive- ly and defensively. It was a hard-fought game, for sure. When it went to penalty flicks our game plan was simply to do our best and that’s what we did.” On the downcast Dunbarton side- lines, the disappointing loss was the Spartans first of the season, with a tie being their only blemish coming into the final. Coach Julie Rossiter notes her players threw everything possible at the Storm, but couldn’t capitalize. “Our girls played a really great game. We were ready to play, so congratula- tions to them. But, we couldn’t cash in. We couldn’t make it happen. Penalty flicks was one of things we didn’t want it to come to,” says Rossiter. Al Rivett/ News Advertiser photo Dunbarton High Spartans’ Meaghan Starr, left, battles for the ball with J. Clarke Richardson Storm’s Cati Taylor during the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) varsity girls’ field hockey final at Richardson Friday. The Storm won 1-0 in sudden-death penalty flicks. Back online for another year... 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PAGE B2 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ November 1, 2006A/P Debbie Stobbart photo Ajax-Pickering Dolphins running back AJ Thomas follows the block of teammate Harrison Williams during Central Ontario Minor Football League atom action at Pickering’s Kinsmen Park last Sunday. The Dolphins completed an undefeated regular season (10-0) after downing the North York Grizzlies 36-0. The Dolphins meet the Scarborough Thunder in playoff semifinal action at Kinsmen Park on Sunday. Dolphins atoms perfect on the gridiron Team goes 10-0; in semifinals Sunday By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM — One perfect season down, but yet another one remains for the Ajax-Pickering Dolphins atom foot- ball team. The Dolphins atoms are basking in an undefeated 10-0 season after post- ing a dominating 36-0 rout of the North York Grizzlies in the final week of Cen- tral Ontario Minor Football League regular-season play at Kinsmen Park in Pickering on Sunday. But, head coach Dan McIlravey says the players and coaches won’t have too much time to celebrate their achievement. That’s because a new season, the playoffs, is looming. “We’ve had one of those seasons that you dream about. It’s still hard to believe we went 10-0. They’ve worked so hard all year,” says McIlravey. “The boys really wanted it, they wanted an undefeated season. Now, we have a new season to play, the one that counts.” The Dolphins atoms host the Scar- borough Thunder in one COMFL di- vision semifinal at Kinsmen Park on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. McIlravey notes depth at all positions, not to mention possessing good size on the lines, have played a role in the Dolphins’ perfect season. But, he says preparation, above all, was definitely the key. “The tough part about a 10-0 sea- son is keeping the players’ heads in the game and not in the clouds. They tend to get overconfident and cocky, but we’ve tried to keep the guys well grounded through the season and I think we’ve done that.” McIlravey also praised the commit- ment of his players, slogging through practices last week on soggy fields and in inclement weather in order to be ready for last Sunday’s game and a chance at an undefeated regular season. “There’s a lot of hard work, especially nights like last Monday and Tuesday, when it’s raining and cold outside. The entire team was at practice and that’s a testament to how hard they’ve worked.” CORRECTION NOTICE Best Buy - Correction Notice To our valued customers: We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our flyer dated: October 20 - November 9. Product: Compaq Presario SR2010NX Computer. On page 19 of our October 20 flyer, and page 9 of our October 27 flyer, we advertised this product with a 9-in-1 memory card reader and six USB 2.0 ports. 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The team also signed defenceman Derek Rotundi for the remain- der of the sea- son. The Whitby native had been playing in the Quebec major junior league, but had cleared waiv- ers and decided to come home to Durham Region. He had skated with Pickering, but was ultimately picked up by the Attack. Peter Drikos Keegan McFarlane For more on this story CENTRAL ONTARIO MINOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE Final standings TEAM W L T PF PA PTS TYKE SCARBOROUGH THUNDER 10 0 0 339 62 20 BURLINGTON STAMPEDERS 7 3 0 325 97 14 AJAX/PICKERING DOLPHINS 7 3 0 229 98 14 OSHAWA HAWKEYES 7 3 0 250 69 14 YORK SIMCOE YOUNG BUCS 5 5 0 196 128 10 YORK REGION RAIDERS 2 8 0 139 320 4 NORTH YORK GRIZZLIES 1 9 0 59 286 2 CLARINGTON TI-CATS 1 9 0 42 460 2 ATOM AJAX/PICKERING DOLPHINS 10 0 0 454 34 20 OSHAWA HAWKEYES 8 2 0 334 168 16 BURLINGTON STAMPEDERS 7 3 0 351 132 14 SCARBOROUGH THUNDER 6 4 0 282 142 12 YORK SIMCOE YOUNG BUCS 5 5 0 181 289 10 NORTH YORK GRIZZLIES 2 7 1 179 360 5 CLARINGTON TI-CATS 1 8 1 128 337 3 YORK REGION RAIDERS 0 10 0 49 474 0 PEEWEE BURLINGTON STAMPEDERS 9 1 0 373 63 18 AJAX/PICKERING DOLPHINS 9 1 0 327 66 18 NORTH YORK GRIZZLIES 7 2 1 224 182 15 YORK SIMCOE YOUNG BUCS 5 3 2 165 177 12 OSHAWA HAWKEYES 3 6 1 98 180 7 YORK REGION RAIDERS 2 7 1 77 228 5 SCARBOROUGH THUNDER 1 7 2 66 220 4 FOLLOW ALL OUR BLOGGERS:Visit durhamregion.typepad.comFOLLOW ALL OUR BLOGGERS:Visit durhamregion.typepad.comFOLLOW ALL OUR BLOGGERS:Visit durhamregion.typepad.com PAGE B3 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ November 1, 2006 A/P ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Opposites attract in ‘Storm Warning’ By Mike Ruta Staff Editor DURHAM — Dave Edwards has never sat in the director’s chair, but that doesn’t mean he’s a newcomer to StoneCircle Theatre. Apart from being a co-founder, Mr. Edwards is the group’s production manager, responsible for set design and construction, spending many eve- nings before the curtain rises working at the Village Theatre in Pickering Vil- lage. And, while he’s not abandoning that role for the upcoming production of Norm Foster’s ‘Storm Warning’, Mr. Edwards is also taking on the direc- tor’s job for the production, which begins its run tomorrow night in Ajax. He jumped at the chance when of- fered the directorship by StoneCircle co-founder and artistic director Ken Bond. “Ken was setting up the season, and I had actually wanted to direct another one (in the past),” Edwards says. “He offered me this one and, first time out, it’s great because it’s not a huge cast. What really makes it easy is both Ken and Vanessa (Taylor) are very sea- soned actors, so mine is a coaching role.” Set in 1953, Bond plays Jack, a Sec- ond World War veteran who bears the psychological scars of his involvement in that great conflict. Meanwhile, Tay- lor plays Emma, a woman struggling with her own demons. The action takes place at a rustic cabin on Pigeon Lake. Like many veterans, Jack has internalized his war experiences and isn’t in the habit of talking about them. Emma is an altogether different per- sonality type, an energetic, outgoing, pill-popping chart music writer. “She draws him out, whether it’s intentional or just her character, and I think it’s a little of both,” Edwards says. “She’s good for him and he’s good for her.” He says Emma is the kind of woman who appeared especially after the war. “I guess after the war you started to see more of the modern woman,” says Edwards, noting with scarred veter- ans returning to wives, mothers and sisters, “the women of that time really had their hands full.” Ta ylor agrees. A Markham resident born and raised in Port Perry, she describes Emma as “very charismatic, very brassy. “She’s really driven and has a real passion to succeed and prove herself,” says Taylor. A romance develops between Jack and Emma, despite the fact that he’s older, and, hinting at some of the fire- works that happen in the relationship, Ta ylor says “once she starts pushing his buttons she’s in for a real sur- prise.” Emma is Taylor’s second acting part at StoneCircle, but she’s not new to the craft. She started acting in Port Perry in Grade 6 and did community theatre with the Miller Lights, noting she had some “juicy roles,” including that of Miss Hannigan in ‘Annie’. “I guess I took a break from it when I was growing up, because it is time consuming,” she says. In the last couple of years she’s re- turned to acting in a big way, with roles in productions at Whitby Court- house Theatre, the Oshawa Little The- atre and with the Durham Shoestring Performers. Taylor says she’s never been more excited about a character before. “There’s always, I think, in every character, a little bit of yourself that you want to reach out and grab,” she says, noting she would have liked to live in the 1950s, given the challenges women faced then. “I definitely see a lot of myself in Emma, the playful and sarcastic (side).” Ta ylor says the play has a little some- thing for everyone. Given the acting experience Taylor and Bond bring to the stage, Edwards says he had no intention of putting either in a straight jacket as far as play- ing their characters goes. “I prefer to let them do as much character development as possible,” he says. “I set the parameters for how I see the play going at a high level.” He notes ‘Storm Warning’ is a bit atypical for Foster, the Newmarket- born playwright who’s known more for his comedic talents. “It has a lot more drama than his other ones,” Edwards says. “This has comedy in it, but the overriding theme is more drama than you would nor- mally see from him.” Edwards says the play is based upon the experiences of a real war hero. And, although the action takes place over half a century ago, he notes there are a lot of parallels to what’s happen- ing in the world today. ‘Storm Warning’ plays at 8 p.m. Nov. 2 to 4, 9 to 11 and 16 to 18. There is a 2 p.m. matinee on Nov. 5. For tickets and more information, call 647-895-2015. To learn more about StoneCircle Theatre, visit www. stonecircletheatre.com. ‘Storm Warning’ and all StoneCircle Theatre performances are in the Vil- lage Theatre, at 22 Sherwood Rd. W. (near the intersection of Church Street and Kingston Road). Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo DURHAM — Ken Bond and Vanessa Taylor play ‘Jack’ and ‘Emma’ in the StoneCircle Theatre production of ‘Storm Warning’. It runs at the Village Theatre Nov 2 to 4, 9 to 11 and 16 to 18 at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on Nov. 5. Entertainment Briefs NOVEMBER 1, 2006 PRAC juried art exhibition begins Friday with opening reception AJAX — When Station Gallery’s in- terim curator, Gil McIlroy, accepted Pin- eRidge Arts Council’s (PRAC) invitation to be the juror for its upcoming show, he didn’t know he was in for 240 entries. The results will be on display at the opening reception of the 8th Annual Jur- ied Art Exhibition on Friday, Nov. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the McLean Community Centre in Ajax. “The public is invited to attend the festivities in the atrium and meet the talented artists,” Cathy Schnipper- ing, PRAC president, stated in a press release. “The competition was open to Durham residents and members of PRAC, and this year, thanks to our generous supporters and sponsors, we will be awarding almost $4,000 in prize money. Youth entries are also up this year.” The show is a partnership between the Town of Ajax and the PineRidge Arts Council. The McLean Community Centre is at 95 Magill Dr., Ajax and the show runs until Dec. 3. Chamber orchestra concert features Russian musician AJAX — Russian clarinetist Pavel Markelov performs in Ajax this Saturday, Nov. 4. Markelov is the guest artist at the Durham Chamber Orchestra’s season- opening concert, ‘Music by the Masters: Brahms to Mozart’. He has a PhD in per- formance from the P. Tchaikovsky Con- servatory in Russia, and for a decade has toured and performed in concert halls all over the world. Mr. Markelov is also a trained conductor and a teacher of clarinet performance, music theory, saxophone and piano. Markelov will play Brahms’ ‘Concerto in D Minor for Clari- net and Strings’. The program also features Mozart’s ‘Jupiter Symphony’, and the ‘Miramichi Ballad’ by Kelsey Jones. The DCO, under the direction of John Kraus, is a non-profit, community organization. It has grown from a small group of musicians 10 years ago to a membership of more than 40 from across the region. ‘Music by the Masters: Brahms to Mozart’ begins at 7:30 p.m. at the J. Clarke Richardson/Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School theatre on Harwood Av enue North in Ajax. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors and $5 for children under 12. Tickets are available at the door and from orchestra members. For further information contact Olga Siblock at (905) 579-7245. Remember with art and fellowship PICKERING — ‘Days of Thunder’, Heritage United Church’s Remembrance Day concert, is set for Nov. 5. All are welcome to come out for an afternoon of free music, drama, and fellowship at the church, located at the corner of Whitevale and North roads in Whitevale. Share recollections, renew friendships, and honour heroes of the past and present. The event features a performance by kid.stage, Markham High School’s Clarinet Band, memorabilia displays and light refreshments. For more information call 905-294- 7158. Donations toward youth program- ming will be gratefully accepted. Live music and more for young people DURHAM — Youth aged 13 to 19 years in Ajax and Pickering can enjoy a night of live music, games and interac- tive drug awareness activities next week - and it’s all free. The event features local bands ‘One Over You’, ‘Epik Rising’, ‘Axes Love’ and ‘Broken Radio’. Activities include a mocktail bar, body art, games and giveaways, all to promote Drug Awareness Week. MADD Durham Region, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and other organizations are co-ordinating the fun games and giveaway prizes. The Town of Ajax, the City of Pickering, the Youth Centre and Pine- wood Centre are hosting the event. It is on Friday, Nov. 10 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Lincoln Alexander Public School, 95 Church St. N. For more information, visit www. townofajax.com or call 905-427-8811. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo A highland lass DURHAM — Pickering’s Colleen Rintamki, a 10-time world champion highland dancer, performs for the crowd at the first Oshawa Celtic Festival held at Memorial Park ear- lier this fall. Canadian mystery writer reads, signs books in Durham Nov. 1 Giles Blunt penned John Cardinal mysteries DURHAM — Canadian mystery writer Giles Blunt will give a reading from his new book on Nov. 1 at Whitby Central Library. Blunt is being brought to Durham by Whitby Central Library and Oshawa Public Libraries. He’s the author of the John Cardi- nal mysteries, set in Algonquin Bay in northern Ontario. His latest is ‘By the Time You Read This.’ ‘Forty Words for Sorrow’ won the British Crime Writers’ Silver Dagger award and ‘The Deli- cate Storm’ won the Crime Writers of Canada’s Arthur Ellis Award. Born in North Bay, he spent 22 years working in New York, writing for TV and movies. Blunt will also be inter- viewed by local writer Ruth Walker. He’ll also sell and sign his books. Free tickets are available at the Northview branch of OPL, Beatrice Street East, Oshawa, and at the Whitby Central Library, Dundas Street West. Paintings by Labelle-Johnson, Johnson, featured at Pickering Civic Complex until Nov. 24 Oshawa Art Association president known for her watercolour flowers DURHAM — Art by husband and wife Tony Johnson and Anne Labelle- Johnson is on display at the Pickering Civic Complex. 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Pickering. CSR Courtice Copart, Inc.- Oppty with salvage industry leader. Min. 1-2 yr customer service exp preferred. Copart offers competitive wages/ benefits. Email resume to: gmyard201@copart.com or Fax 905-436-2763. EEO/Drug free workplace DESIGNATED DRIVER SER- VICE required FT/PT Drivers. Teams preferred. Cash paid nightly. Must be 25 yrs+ and pos- sess a valid D/L and clean ab- stract. Please call (416)609-0444 Mon-Fri DO YOU LIKE dancing, fine dinning, movies and traveling? If you are a SWM, good sense of humor, and knows how to treat a lady, (59-65) Call: 1-800-692- 3269 Box #39719, Serious re- plies. DO YOU WANT A CAREER but don't have a degree? Are you self-motivated and have the de- sire to make it in life? You might be the right person for our com- pany.Call John 1-800-509-6821 LOOKING FOR WORK? START HERE! The Employment Advantage 90-minute workshop One-on-one appointments Over 20 programs to assist you. Call and register TODAY! Ajax: 905-426-8337 www.theemploymentadvantage.com This project is funded by the Government of Canada. FREEFREEFREEFREE FASTER Get back to work $$$$$ BRING A FRIEND & YOU CAN EARN.... IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE!! If interested, please attend a JOB FAIR on Thursday, November 2nd 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the THE PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX 1867 Valley Farm Rd. off Hwy#2, near The Pickering Town Center Whether an employee or an employer, Kelly Services is offering temporary services in: •Precision Assembly •Light Industrial •Quality Control •Heavy Lifting •Certified Forklift Operators •Manufacturing & Distribution SOCIAL INSURANCE CARD MUST BE PRESENT Also please bring with you an updated resume, two business references and a voided cheque. If unable to attend the JOB FAIR please call us to book an immediate appointment 905-434-5425 WE'VE GOT GREAT THINGS IN STORE FOR YOU! Are you looking for health and dental benefits & competitive wages? 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Blue Line Taxi is now hiring in Oshawa & Ajax. DURHAM REGION'S NEWEST Escort Agency seeks experience and friendly ladies ages 19+. Also seeking Drivers with reliable transportation and good knowl- edge of Durham Region. (289)688-5555 EARN EXTRA Christmas Cash! Customer Service oriented peo- ple w/vehicle required for early morning delivery of Toronto Star newspaper in Oshawa, Port Perry, Uxbridge, Bowmanville. 7 days/week. (905)438-1170. EARN EXTRA CHRISTMAS Money - designated drivers need- ed for holiday season. Must be over 25, have clean abstract, val- id insurance, own car and cell phone. Great for couples. Phone 866-879-1231. ESTABLISHED CLEANING company looking for experienced cleaners/contractors in the Dur- ham region for office mainte- nance/cleaning. Evenings, 5 days per week. Professional cleaning experience preferred. Must have vehicle. Please con- tact 905-767-4846 for further in- for mation and/or to set up an in- terview. EXPERIENCED PART TIME FLORIST required for Ajax flower shop. 20+ hours. Please fax re- sume to (905) 683-5252 or email design@greenthumbflorists.com FOOD PERSONNEL required for full time positions Monday to Fri- day in our location in the Durham region. If you enjoy working with people in the food service indus- try, and if you have excellent work habits and personal presen- tation, we would like to consider you for one of our team member positions. A strong focus on health and safety combined with previous experience in food han- dling, cash, catering, line cook and providing excellent customer care is essential. We offer a competitive compensation pack- age. Please email your resume to: elizabetharnold@browns.ca or fax to 613-546-9191 HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! 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NEW ENTERTAINMENT Management company seeks someone for clerical and assist- ant duties, while learning the ropes of the business. Please call (905)430-7903, (905)666- 8811 or email geodesic@rog- ers.com NEW PICKERING WARE- HOUSE.Warehouse facility just opened looking for 18 people to start immediately from admin/sales/marketing/inventory. Must be willing to train in all areas. If you're not making $12/hr. Call Brittany 905-420- 1040. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full time. We train you!!! Call 905 435-0518 Looking for Work? Experiencing Barriers to Employment? Work Links For Women provides FREE employment support, workshops & links to programs for job search.Let us help! 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PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE SERVICES is now hiring supply teachers and van drivers for school routes. Must have valid F license, clear abstract, and min, 5 years driving ex. please submit resumes to 129 Perry St. Whitby, L1N 4B7. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CO.needs full-time maintenance person to keep buildings in repair. Must be proficient in painting, dry- wall, plumbing, electrical and floor repairs. Please send resume to: Realty Management Service, 223 Brock St. N. Unit 202, Whitby, ON L1N 4H6 To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 Email: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Classifi eds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00-5 Closed Saturday A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 1, 2006 www.durhamregion.com YOUR SOURCE FOR JOBS PA RT TIME Help Required Student Pre- ferred Experience not necessary. 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Experience working with animals, farm/forestry, excel- lent communication skills, some physical labour, own transporta- tion a must. Email resume: blackdogon57@yahoo.com SNOWPLOW HELP sidewalk crews wanted. Contract work in Whitby-Clarington. Own equip preferred. Call Paul (905)261- 6386 SUPERINTENDENTS required full-time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complexes. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couples. No pets. Fax resume (905)623- 2257. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. UNIK CHOCOLATE,Fundraising Specialist, hiring local representa- tive. A/C van necessary. Min. salary $600-$1000 net/week, ex- penses paid. Please call 1-866- 900-6698 UPS STORE N. Oshawa Part Time Customer Service 20 hours a week including 3 weekends per month Must have Computer and Multi Tasking skills Knowledge of Adobe programs an asset Fax: 905-576-8041 Email: store219@theupsstore.ca WEALTH CONSCIENCE?Learn how to operate an mini office out- let from home and earn a great residual income. Free simple on- line training. www.miniofficeout- lets.com/deb WINCHESTER/THICKSON, Whitby Esso hiring friendly, quick, detail-oriented Personnel with ex- cellent time management and cleaning skills. Fax (905)620- 1292 or call (905)655-0536 or (416)898-3927 or apply in per- son. SALON LOOKING FOR a full- time esthetician. Salary+commis- sion. Team player. Great hours. Please call 905-839-3806 or 905- 706-1951. STYLIST REQUIRED immediate- ly, for busy upbeat salon, in North Oshawa, full or part time, wage plus commission. Call Stella, 905- 434-2324 AN EXCAVATION,water and sewer company requires full crew, Equipment Operators and Pipelayers. EXPERIENCED ON- LY! Please forward resumes by fax to 905-985-0604 or call 905- 985-7737. APPLIANCE TECHNICIAN- full time required immediately for Durham area. Road service and in shop repairs. Valid drivers li- cense and clean abstract. Use of company vehicle. Benefits available, wages negotiable.. Join Durham's Leading Appliance Re- tailer Celebrating 50 years in Business. Paddy's Market, 2212 Taunton Rd. Hampton. Apply with resume or call 905-263-8369. CARPENTERS & 3RD Year Apprentices needed immediately. Experienced in Framing & Form- ing. Permanent full-time work. Salary negotiable, benefits. Call (905)427-6261 or fax resume (905)427-8659 CNC PUNCH PRESS Operator with brake and shear experience. Tr umatic experience an asset. Full time days, wage to be nego- tiated. Contact Steve by e-mail at steve@adamsonproaudio.com or by fax attn Steve 905-982-0609 COMMERCIAL DUCT CLEANER $15 - $22/hr. depending on experience. Need license and must be able to drive standard. Please call Terry at (905)897- 2700 or fax resume: 905-897- 2737 ELECTRICIAN, LICENSED, (Construction and Maintenance) for Durham Region. Minimum of 5 years Commercial, Industrial and Residential experience. Please fax resume to (905)725-7216 OIL BURNER Mechanic wanted. Durham region. Must be licensed with experience. Call 905-725- 9731 Fax resume 905-725-0886 WANTED,1 licensed body frame technician. 1 licensed paint- er/prepper for busy body shop. Call (905)983-1118. WELDING COMPANY hiring Welders, Erectors, Estimator, Co- ordinator for miscellaneous and structural steel shop in Pickering. Inside/outside work. Fax resume to 905-420-5704 or email: eagle_s_steel @hotmail.com P/T RECEPTIONIST,evening and weekends. Real Estate office located in Oshawa. Fax resume to 905-435-5383 PA RT-TIME HOSTESS / HOST required for new home real estate sales office. Weekends & evenings required (approx. 29 hours). Please fax resume to: 905-427-4320. JUNIOR ASSISTANT FOR fast paced and result driven sales of- fice in Scarborough. Telephone, computer skills and office experi- ence. French speaking an asset. Fax resume to: 416-292-6090. ONE OF Eastern Ontario's larg- est independant general insu- rance brokers requires a sales- person for their Oshawa office. Great opportunity for a self-starter with an established community network. Prior sales experience and a post secondary degree an asset but not mandatory. Excel- lent compensation and benefits package for the successful candi- date. Reply with resume to P.O. Box 2097, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7V4 ESTHETICIAN /LASER TECH Full time - Monday to Friday experience preferred, but will train suitable candidate - medical office - Oshawa Clinic. Salary dependent on experience starting immediately Fax resumes to (905) 665-6982. Due to growth, StonCor Group, a Fortune 500 Company, is looking for an upbeat, career oriented individual to fill a new opportunity in the Company's Fibergrate Division. DRAFTSPERSON / ESTIMATOR •2 years experience using AutoCad creating structural drawings/details. •2 years experience in the construction industry •Able to read, understand and prepare takeoffs from tender drawings. Forward your resume in confidence to: StonCor Group 95 Sunray Street Whitby, ON L1N 9C9 fax: (905) 430-3056 or email : canada@stoncor.com Visit our website at www.stoncor.com Provincial Sign Systems in Ajax Ontario is hiring an Experienced Accounting Person who will be responsible for maintaining the AccPac system including daily processing of A/R, A/P, journal entries and also processing financial analysis, month end, year end financial statements, account and bank reconciliation, prepare and reconcile GST, sales tax and payroll remittances. Qualifications of the successful candidate include 3 or more years experience in finance/accounting, third year CGA or equivalent, strong PC skills including Excel, strong attention to detail, analytical and logical thinking, strong communication and organization skills, deadline oriented, excellent time management skills and ability to multitask. Please email résumés to Ray Leaitch at rleaitch@provincialsign.com Office Clerk - Noranco a growing firm located in Pickering, Ontario, to provide support to office for Duties including: invoicing, order entry, accounts receivable/ accounts payable, filing, reception, customer communication and varied other tasks. $12/hr Fax HR@905-831-0104 or email hr@noranco.com North Americas largest consumer golf show, The Toronto Golf & Travel Show, a division of Metroland Printing, Publishing &Distributing Ltd, is seeking an experi- enced: SALES REPRESENTATIVE As a key member of our Sales Team, you will source new and service existing cli- ents for The Toronto Golf & Travel Show and related publications. The qualified candidate will be a moti- vated, independent, self-starter with a proven track record in sales. You will pos- sess excellent written and verbal commu- nication skills and be familiar with Micro- soft computer applications. Advertising print sales and exhibit/trade show experi- ence preferred. Knowledge of the golf in- dustry an asset. If you would like to work with a leader in the media industry this opportunity may be the right one for you. We offer a com- petitive compensation package and op- portunities for future career growth. A re- liable vehicle is required. If interested please forward your resume including salary expectations, and refer- ence Golf Shows in the subject line to: careers@haltonsearch.com Fax: 905-632-0308 We appreciate the interest of all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please. Immediate Positions Available GTA & Surrounding Areas “ Taking Pride in Staffi ng” • Reg’d Dental Hygienist • Cert. Dental Ass’t I & II • Dental Offi ce Manager • Dental Receptionist • Treatment Coordinator • Med. Recpt./Secretary Tel: 416-368-9871 Fax: 416-368-9034 Email:huresources@nhihealthcare.com LOOKING FOR A NEW STYLE DENTAL CAREER, NOT JUST A JOB? Altima Dental is recruiting for the following positions: Dental Receptionist/Dental Assistant, Dental Assistant Level II, Dental Hygienist, Great people with a passion for excellence ... apply today! www.altima.ca hr@altima.ca 416-785-5561 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 HELP required for new health store in Pickering Town Centre. 30-40 hours/week. Health knowledge required. Call 416- 606-7995 CARDIAC ULTRASOUND ECHO TECH,experienced for busy clinic in Whitby. Fax 905-668-8778, email: cardio13@bellnet.ca CDA TO WORK with GP & Peri- odontist Tuesday, Wednesday & occasional Friday at hospital. Please fax resume to 905-728- 6736 DENTAL ASSISTANT for oral surgeons office in Scarborough. 1-1/2 to 2 days/week. (Flexible). Harp & Oral Surgery experience required. Maternity leave. Fax re- sume 416-431-3873. DENTAL ASSISTANT required part time. No evenings/week- ends. Experience preferred. Fax resume to 905-831-5975. FULL TIME EXPERIENCED DENTAL receptionist/assistant, HARP certified with AbelDent Required immediately. Please fax resume 905-666-9057 MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST needed for busy Whitby Walk-in Clinic. Medical office experience and computer skills necessary. Part Time: Evening Shifts. Email resume to kdaiter@rogers.com PART TIME DENTAL Reception- ist-Assistant for orthodontic office. Experience preferred. Please send resume to: ejpong@yahoo.com PDA full time position with prac- tice in Oshawa. Minimum 2 years exp required. No evening/week- end hours. Please reply to File #285, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O.Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR,to provide support to adults with de- velopmental or dual diagnosed; DSW, SSW, CSW or related post-secondary required. First aid and safe management an as- set. $11-$13/hour. 416-630- 7273. fss@freedom-support.com RN REQUIRED for permanent part-time position for oral surgery office. Mornings only. BCLS and Venipuncture required. ACLS, ER/Acute Care experience pre- ferred. Please fax resume to: 905-576-0016. CARIB INTERNATIONAL RES- TAURANT in Whitby seeks full- time cook with minimum 3 years experience. Certification, pres- entation required. Submit re- sume with salary expectations to: Kaieteursplash@yahoo.ca. EAST SIDE MARIOS, Pickering, hiring for the following positions. F/T open availability line cooks and servers. P/T host, dish and pizza salad. Apply in person on- ly. SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED.Must be Red Cross/Royal life certified. Shifts available, daytime, evenings or weekends. Please call (416) 358-2510. WE CLEAN YOUR House/ apart- ment for $70. Vacuuming, dust- ing, floor washing, bathrooms, kitchens, window-ledges, base- boards.Call Roula 416-995-5659. ** PUBLIC ** NOTICE List of Durham Region distress sales and bank foreclosures are now available to the public for free. www.DurhamBank Foreclosures.com ABSOLUTELY STUNNING - 123 Candlebrook DR. Whitby, $269,900. 3 bed, immaculate throughout, open concept, de- signer decor, double door foyer, ceramic/hardwood throughout, carpeted familyroom, ensuite bath, sep. shower, soaker tub, unspoiled basement. Covered front porch, designer pillars..see to believe..ABSOLUTELY NO AGENTS!! 416-890-3020 to view. BEAUTIFUL BRICK Chateau Vil- la brand new spacious bungalow w/walk-out bsmt. Backs onto con- servation. Freehold. Close to all amenities. $184,900. 1-800-467- 1766.Close to Bowmanville. GOOD INCOME PROPERTY. Legal duplex, (legal triplex pend- ing), currently rented, renovated to fire/safety code. 93 McMillan Dr. Oshawa. Near Hospital. Only $159,500.. Call Taylor Bailey 905-922-7015 LAKE PROPERTY,luxury estate home, 3-bdrms, huge garage, fabulous kitchen, incredible view of windows on one acre. $287,900.1-877-878-9899 I'll Buy Your Home FAST!!!! Don't let the Banks Win ●Fast Closing ●Instant Debt Relief ●No Maintenance ●Power of Sale Help ●No Equity? No Problem! ●No Commissions FREE 24-Hour Recorded Message Toll-Free 1-877-551-5581 INDUSTRIAL BAY - Near Oshawa Centre. High roll-up doors, heating, air compressor, utilities incl. Parking, auto repair, machining, parking. Month-to- month considered. Outside metal storage container available. Call 905-576-2982 or 905-626-6619. RETAIL SPACE available from 1200 sq.ft. to 7,000 sq.ft. in very busy "Teddy's Park Plaza", s/e corner of King and Park Rd. Oshawa. Relocate your business here. $15/sq.ft. Givalas R.E.Ltd., Nick Givalas Broker 1-905-479- 4436.Email: ngivalas@trebnet.com OUR BUSINESS IS GROWING. Prime Lawn Care franchise territories available. Financing available. 1-866-552-5312. envirokinglawncare.com $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 DURHAM REGION REFINANCING SPECIALIST Reduce monthly bills by up to 50% Consolidate your debts Call Annette 905-426-6899 PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594 (2) 1 BED., OSHAWA, $650; 2 bed Bowmanville $850; separate kitchens, sep laundry, backyard, sep entrance; includes utilities, no pets, immediate.416-892-8864 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa, Simcoe/Gibb. Starting from $450/mo. - $600/mo. + utilities. First & last, references, Available Nov.1st. Call Stephen 905-259-5796, 905-576-8699. 1 BED. APT.main floor. Bloor/Simcoe area. $750/mo. in- clusive. Fridge, stove provided. Avail. Dec. 1st. First/last. 905- 723-9781. 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT in triplex, new laminate floor. All in- clusive, $850. Parking included. Laundry. Available immediately! Whitby Marina area. First/last. 866-581-8950. 1-BDRM APARTMENT in coun- try estate, mins. to Kirby Ski Hill. Avail. Nov. 1st. Fridge, stove, first/last. $850/month. Call (905)725-9991 1-BEDROOM APT.,near Oshawa Centre, Nov 1st. $650/month. No dogs. Call (905)723-4279, (905)922-2181 1-BEDROOM basement apt., Oshawa, very quiet, freshly painted, parking, private. Suits 1 person. No smoking, no pets. $600 all inclusive. For appoint- ment leave phone # at 905-434- 7012 1-BEDROOM North Oshawa $735 all inclusive, no pets, available Nov. 1st. ALSO 2- bdrm. apt, close to Oshawa Cen- tre. $790/mo. all inclusive, available Nov. 1st. No pets. 905- 723-1647 or 905-720-9935. 2 BED. BASEMENT APT.Im- maculate condition. Laundry, parking, own entrance. Town- line/King, Oshawa. Available Nov. 7th $900/mo. inclusive. No smoking/dogs.(905)430-4649. 2 BED. BSMT. APT., separate entrance, fireplace, new kitchen, walk to lake, Oshawa. $850/inclu- sive, first/last. Available from Nov. 5th.Call Mike 905-261-6498. Come See the Difference 1 Month Free Rent or up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa New State of the Art Balconies New Roof ✲New Corridor Carpeting Full Security System ✲ 24/7 on Site Staff Free Utilities ✲Free Parking SENIOR DISCOUNTS GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT Call for more information 905-728-4993 e & oe WWW.FIDELITYPM.COM What More Can We Do? ... Let Us Know 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 SPLENDOUR IN PICKERING !! Lovely 3 bedroom rental suites from $1100 Individually controlled a/c & heating.Washer and dryer in Suite! 2 bathrooms, fully carpeted.Steps to Town Centre.Close to GO/401, library and Community Centre.1865 Glenanna Rd. (905) 831-1250 www.caprent.com 2 BEDROOM - Pickering. Separate entrance. Backs onto Ravine. Very roomy/bright. 4 ap- pliances. Private parking. Available December 1st. $1000/mo. inclusive. (905)686- 8551, Alen Liaghati. 2 BEDROOM CONDO available immediately in Bowmanville. $1050/month. 5 Appliances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own. Lease today and receive one month free rent. (905)697- 8261 2 BEDROOM with walk out base- ment. Separate entrance. 1200 sq. ft. of luxury. Neutral decor. No pets/smoking. $900 plus utilities. 905-839-2627, 416-732-4383, ask for Sarah. 2-BDRMS., NORTH OSHAWA - Russett and Simcoe. Newly decorated, well-maintained quiet 12-plex, small building. Close to bus/shopping. Laundry, cable, heat, water, parking, included. No dogs. 905-576-2982. 2-BEDROOM APT in clean quiet 20 plex, appliances, parking, utilities included. $865 monthly ($210 weekly) deposit negotiable. (Simcoe/Mill) Nov 4th or later. Call (905)579-2271. 2-BEDROOM APT near Oshawa Centre, $800/month all inclusive. Available Nov 1st. No dogs. Call (905)723-4279, (905)922- 2181 3 BEDROOM WALK-OUT base- ment. Westney/Hwy. #2. Close to amenities. Available Novem- ber 1. $950. No smoking. 905- 686-3578 or 289-314-3505. 3 BEDROOM,main floor; living- room, double french doors, eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, 1075+ util, immediately. 1 BED- ROOM BASEMENT, new carpet, $750 inclusive. BOTH HAVE: laundry, appliances, blinds, park- ing, yard. No smoking/pets Call 905-239-0367 or 416-616-5133 A MUST SEE!Bright & spacious 2-bedroom walkout basement apt for rent. Ravine lot, 223 Harmony Rd S., $900 monthly including utilities. Call Eileen (905)404- 0153 ADULT-LIFESTYLE SUNNY 2 BDRM, large, new hardwood, ap- pliances, balcony, quiet building, beautifully decorated, maintained 6-plex, N/W residential, Oshawa, near everything, parking, laundry, no pets/smoking, first/last $875/month/utilities. Call Ann 905-244-2444 AJAX - 1 OR 2 bedroom apart- ment in a clean 12 unit building, parking, laundry, eat in kitchen. (905) 686-0470. AJAX - SALEM AND BAYLY. Lovely large one bedroom base- ment apartment, fully renovated, laundry and parking, $700+ utilities call after 4p.m. (905)903- 2335 (cell) or (905)509-2335. AJAX 401 & Harwood, one bedroom basement apt. Separate entrance, $750/incl. Parking, laundry, appliances. Available immediately No smoking/pets. (905)767-6060 AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large 1 & 2-bdrms in clean, quiet building. Available Sept/Oct., $900 & $950/mo. Call (416)540-0747 AJAX SOUTH,very bright, very unique, legal one bedroom basement apt, appliances, wood- burning stove, parking, shared laundry.avail. now, $725 inclu- sive Condolyn Mgt.905 428-9766 AJAX,3-bedroom main floor, 4 appliances, close to schools & shopping. $1100/mo+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. October 1st. Call Richards days 416-601-7858, evenings & wknds 905-686-9662 AJAX, Kingston/Westney.Ex- ecutive bsmt apt. Split-level, sep- arate entrance, 2-bdrms, private deck, 5-appliances, a/c, cable, 1-parking, close to GO, avail. im- mediately, no smoking/pets. Ideal for professional/couple. First/last. $975/inclusive.(905)619-1677 AJAX, LARGE 2-BEDROOM basement apt., close to shopping, schools, transit. No pets/smoking. $875 inclusive. Available Nov 1st. Call (905)427-3172 AJAX, PICKERING VILLAGE. Large bright new clean 2-bed- room bsmt., eat-in kitchen, huge livingroom, open-concept, a/c, 2-parking, cable. No pets/smok- ing, $895/mo./inclusive. First/last/ Dec.1st.905-426-4773 AJAX- Brand new 1&2 bedroom basment apartments in executive home. Spacious new 1-bedroom, 4-pc bath, own laundry $700+. ALSO new spacious 2-bdrm bsmt apt, 4-pc bath, own laundry, 850+. 905-239-0367, 647-271- 6660. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apt., from $879, $989 & $1089, available Immediately, Nov 1st & Dec 1st. 905-683- 8571, 905-683-8421 or 905-683- 5322 AJAX-PICKERING BEACH/BAYLY 2 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance. Available immediately. $875 inclusive. Call Diane Elliot 416-434-1597 ALEXANDRA PARK, OSHAWA 1 & 2 bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovat- ed, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, inter- com. Parkview. Near Hospital. No pets.(905)579-9439. ALTONA & SHEPHERD Picker- ing, bachelor basement apart- ment, available immediately, no smoking/no pets, laundry includ- ed. $650. (416)877-4543 or 905- 509-4006. AVAILABLE Nov.1. Clean bright, 2 bedroom apt., main floor of building, $750 plus hydro, central Oshawa.905-431-6319. Beautiful basement apartment Avail. Nov. 1st. Near 401/Hwy #2, transit and amenities. Parking available. No pets/smoking (905)427-8789 BROCK RD./401- Renovated 2- bedroom basement apartment, new flooring, fridge, stove and paint. First/last. $850 mo. No pets/smoking. Close to all amenities. Available immediately. (905)686-8522 or cell (905)903- 2703. BROCK/MAJOR OAKS, PICK- ERING nice 2-bdrm bsmt apt., new carpet, separate entrance. $785 inclusive. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call 416- 899-1827 or 905-427-0720. BROCK/VICTORIA WHITBY - 2 bedroom Nov. 1st, $850/inclu- sive. Laundry fac., hardwood floors, close to GO and waterfront 905-430-7868. COURTICE, 2-BEDROOM upper level, very bright. New applianc- es, parking, no pets, $1100/mo all inclusive, first & last, Avail. im- mediately.(905)665-1905. COURTICE,clean & bright one bedroom apartment in modern subdivision, private entrance, parking, utilities & cable included, 5-min. to 401. Avail. Nov.1 $750. No smoking/pets.905-434-5422. DOWNTOWN BROOKLIN, one bedroom, upper, clean, central air everything inclusive, lst/last, non smoker, $775. Available immedi- ately.(905) 655-5789. DURHAM RESIDENTIAL RENTALS Basement Apartments, Houses, Condos and Rooms For Rent. Looking for a new Home? We Can Help! NO FEE'S (905)999-RENT(7368) www.durhamresidential rentals.com EAST OSHAWA,unique 1 bed- room with walkout to deck, great view, parking, laundry, near all amenities, no smoking/pets, $725 plus hydro. Available Immediate- ly. Call (905)431-3829. GARDEN/DUNDAS, WHITBY. Large 1 bedroom basement apartment. Brand new. All appli- ances, all utilities. $895/month, first/last. No pets/smoking. Available November 1. 905-426- 4071. HARMONY/ADELAIDE, Oshawa 1-bedroom + den, upper floor, central air, suitable for single pro- fessional. Avail. immediately. First/last, no smoking/pets. $800 inclusive.(905)720-2307 LARGE 1 BEDROOM basement apartment, available Immediately. $700, utilities included. Parking, No smoking/pets. First/last. Near Oshawa Centre. (905)571- 4472 LOOKING FOR Professional roommate to share 4-bedroom townhouse in North Oshawa. Close to all amenities and only 5mins to 401. $525/month all inclusive (includes maid service), no smoking/pets. Call (905)579- 8613 LOVELY CLEAN main floor, one bedroom, large kitchen, private entrance, self contained. El- gin/Simcoe, inclusive $750 (sin- gle) $800 (couple) lst/last. Dec. lst. (905) 391-1499 or (905)922- 0189 NICE 1 BED. UPSTAIRS.Sep. entrance, $690. Park Rd/Ade- laide, Oshawa. Available Nov. 1st. Also 1 bed. main-floor, available Dec. 1st. $720. first/last. Call Dan 905-449-3777. NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, Dec. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities.(905)723-2094 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. Fr om $765/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - Clean, new building, 2-bedroom apt $845, avail. Dec. 1. Appliances, parking & utilities included.905-438-9715. OSHAWA - 1 or 2 bedroom in quiet 6 unit building, eat in kitch- en, laundry, parking from $675 per month.(905) 922-0252. OSHAWA -Wilson/Taunton, huge 3 bedroom, insuite laundry, park- ing. $1150 inclusive. No smoking. First/last. Call (416)409-9549 or (905)472-5248. OSHAWA 2-bdrm in a clean 12 unit building, parking, laundry, eat-in kitchen. (905)686-0470 or (905) 728-8066 OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 1-888- 558-2622. OSHAWA CENTRAL SUPER walk up loft one bedroom open concept, eat-in kitchen, wet bar large living area, walk out to bal- cony, parking, close to every- thing. Asking $800 inclusive. Dan Bartley, Coldwell Banker 416- 281-2200 or 1-877-855-7255 OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 2-bedroom, $770 plus hydro. First/last required, available Sept. 1st. Please con- tact Bill (905)404-9602. OSHAWA SIMCOE/401,1/2 Month free. Large 1-bedroom 9 ft ceiling apartment. 2 3 piece washrooms. Includes park- ing/utilities. First/last/references. No smoking/pets. $725/mo Available Nov.1 (416)818-7751 OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM base- ment, $650/mo, walkout, separ- ate entrance, near bus/shopping, parking, no pets, non smoker, single professional preferred, Bloor/Grandview, references re- quired. lst/last, November 1st. (905)433-0839, (905)571-4689 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM,$675 all inclusive. Private entrance, parking, air conditioning, clean. ALSO 1-BEDROOM, main floor of home, air conditioned, parking, $765 all incl. Both have bus stop at front door, available Dec 1st. 905-433-1962, 905-260-0172. OSHAWA, BEAUTIFUL MAS- SON ST.Large 1-bedroom upper apartment, bright, immaculate, separate entrance, balcony, fridge/stove, parking. Cable, hy- dro extra. No smoking/pets. $800. Available Now. (905)579- 2435 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. Nov/Dec. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious apts lowrise building. 1 & 2- bdrm starting from $780/mo+hy- dro. Avail. immediately. Appli- ances, laundry facilities and park- ing included. Call 905-240-2632 RENOVATED 1 bedroom base- ment apartment, available ASAP. Wilson/Olive, Oshawa. $800/in- clusive.First/last. (905)492-1066 OSHAWA,large bright 1 bed- room apt. Lower level of house, private entrance, backyard, drive- way, quiet residential area, avail. Dec. 1st. $650/mo inclusive, (905)434-2914. OSHAWA,spacious 1-bdrm above ground bsmt apt. Separate entrance and laundry facilities. Parking, includes all utilities, avail immediately. No smok- ing/pets. (905)999-9115 OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & applianc- es, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop & amenities. Available Nov/Dec. 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1, 2, 3 bdrms & Penthouse avail. in adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. Nov/Dec. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA- clean, 2-bedroom apt. in building with elevator, available immediately. On bus route, no pets. Parking. All utilities includ- ed. $785/month. first/last. Call (905)263-1022 PICKERING -1 bdrm. bsmnt. Separate entrance, full bathroom, walk-in closet, clean, new carpet, close to bus, amenities. Suitable for family. No pets/smoking. Available Nov. 1st. 905-619- 1028. PICKERING - 2 BED. APT. by the lake. Lots of windows, laundry, partially furnished. No smoking/pets. $925/all inclusive. First/last/references. Nov. 1st. 905-839-5458. PICKERING – GO STATION.2- bdrm bsmt $810+. 3-bdrm main floor $1110+. Fenced-in yard. Separate entrance and laundry. Walk-out to deck. Furnished op- tional. (416)238-2100.Lv msg. PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly. 1 bdrm., large, clean, basement apartment. Quiet home, separate entrance, laundry, parking, near GO, shopping and lake front. No smoking/pets. $800/mo inclusive. (416)937-4522 PICKERING 1-bdrm basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Close to bus. Avail. immediately. Non-smoking. $600+ utilities. No pets. Call 905- 839-8388. PICKERING EXECUTIVE BASE- MENT, Apt., Liverpool/Finch. Large 1-bedroom, livingroom, kitchen, 4pc. bath, laundry, c/air, parking, separate entrance. Near 401/Go. Clean/quiet. Avail. Im- mediately $750/month inclusive. No pets.(905)839-9032 PICKERING, Liverpool/Bayly, 2-bedroom basement apt., living room, kitchen, own entrance, bath w/shower. Avail. immediate- ly, $850/month, first/last. Call Bruce after 5-p.m. Mon-Friday, Sat/Sun anytime.(416)458-4944 PICKERING, 2 BEDROOM HWY. 2. BROCK RD. Near amenities. Separate entrance. Par king. Laundry room and ap- pliances. Internet/Cable. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. 647-836-1010. PICKERING, Altona/Hwy 2 (Kingston) bright walkout base- ment 2-bedroom, separate en- trance, large living room, A/C, ap- pliances, no pets/smoking, park- ing. $895 all inclusive. Available November 15. (905)509-1938 PICKERING, ALTONA/SHEP- PARD,1-bedroom basement apt. available immediately. Modern, separate entrance, fireplace, 4pc bath w/jacuzzi tub, utilities, park- ing, cable included. No smok- ing/pets. $825/month. (905)509- 2823 PICKERING,Available, Bright walkout carpeted basement, 2 bedrooms, parking, utilities in- cluded. $750. No smoking/pets. Near transit/GO Train. First/last. References required. Call, 905- 428-1652, between 6-8pm. PICKERING, BACHELOR base- ment apartment. ,Whites/Strouds, $580/month. Separate entrance. Kitch- en/Fridge. Bathroom/Tub/Show- er. Laundry. Parking. Available immediately. Central heating/a/c Single working person preferred. No pets. First/last. References. 416-801-0339. PICKERING, ROSEBANK/Shep- pard.New 2-bedroom base- ment. Kitchen. Dining room. 4pc. bath. Private entrance. Share laundry. Parking. $700+35% utilities or $800 inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. Dec.1 (905)837-5146 PICKERING, WHITES RD./Hwy. 2. Available 1 bedroom walk-out basement apt. Suitable for ma- ture, single person. Parking utilities included. Excluding laun- dry, $700. No smoking/pets. First/last references required. 905-420-4093. PICKERING, WHITES/FINCH 1 bedroom basement apartment. Parking. Separate entrance. Laundry. Cable. Security system. $750/inclusive first/last Available immediately. 416-671-4280. PICKERING-Whites/Bayly, 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, parking, laun- dry, appliances, close to 401, school, plaza, readily available, first/last, no pets/smoking. $850/inclusive. Contact 416-833- 5389 RENOVATED 1-BEDROOM,de- sirable North Oshawa. Hardwood & ceramic throughout. Near amenities, laundry, (2) parking. Immediate. References, no pets/smoking. $800 inclusive. Call (905)449-1141 RITSON / OLIVE - 2 bedroom, fresh paint and carpet, parking, porch, yard, $895. inclusive. Nov/Dec 1st.Dan (416)657-2117. SEMI-DETACHED farm house, 1-bedroom, 1km north of Brook- lin. Available immediately. $875 month plus utilities, first/last No pets, no smoking. Suit couple. (905)655-4966. WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities includ- ed. Aval. now. First/last/no pets. Bachelor $700; 1-bed. $800; 2- bed. $925; 3-bdrm $1025. 905- 767-2565. Still Renting? Why? Owning is cheaper! First time buyers only. Free list of homes available with no money down! From $900/mth.(oac) with pictures 1-888-599-0098 use ID# 8899 or www.stoprenting durham.com WEST PICKERING -Bright, executive 1 bdrm., bsmnt. apt. in upper scale home. Fireplace, new appliances, separate entrance, cable, laundry. Close to 401. No smoking/pets. $850/mo. Avail. Dec.1. 905-509-4848. WHITBY CENTRAL,2 bedroom, 2nd floor, separate entrance, new carpets, fridge, self-clean stove. Suitable for junior exec. $900 plus hydro., parking includ- ed. (905)666-2936 Whitby dundas/cochrane large bright 1-bdrm basement; private entrance, laundry, parking, near transit, no smoking/pets. Dec. 1. $800 including utilities, (905)451-0800 WHITBY Large, Bright, 1000 sq- ft. 1-Bedroom Walkout. Eat-in kitchen. Beautifully finished. Sep- arate Entrance. Fireplace. Cable. Internet. Parking. No smok- ing/pets. Brock/Whitburn. $820/inclusive. Avail Dec 1. 905- 995-4650. WHITBY RENTAL,large 2-bed- room basement apt. 5 minutes to 401 plus go. Private entrance, laundry, parking, cable. No pets/smoking. First/last. Available Nov 1st. $790/month plus hydro. (905)493-0718 WHITBY,Avail. immediately Bright, spacious 2-bedroom base- ment apt., fireplace, built-in dish- washer, ensuite laundry, 2-park- ing, private entrance, cable. $895/mo. No pets. 1st/last. 905- 668-2949; 905-430-4855 WHITBY,clean 1-bedroom in small building, parking, close to GO, separate entrance, $658 plus hydro, first/last. Avail imme- diately. Please leave message at 905-665-3877. WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1 & 2- bedroom apt. newly decorated, new laminate floors, heat/hydro, air, laundry facilities, 1-parking $800 & $850/mo. inclusive, first/last, references, no pets. (905)430-8327 WHITBY,downtown, small 1- bedroom basement apartment, private entrance, includes utilities, laundry,,parking. Bright,clean, suitable for one. $650/month. Avail. immediately. No pets/smoking, 905-430-2925. WHITBY– Lovely 2-bdrm bsmt, new kitchen, ceramics & new broadloom, freshly painted, large living rm, 4 appl, A/C. Near amenities. $895 incl. Avail immed. Call 905-447-6509 WHITBY-walk to Whitby Go, N. of 401/Brock, large 2-bed. apt. freshly painted/carpeted, main-floor triplex. Sep. entrance, parking/laundry. Immediate. $950+hydro. First/last. 905-655- 0999 ext.200 Susan. WILLIAM PEAK CO-OP in Pick- ering has 1 and 2 bedroom sen- iors' apartments at $801 & $908, including utilities and cable; 3 bedroom townhouse at $1,057 plus utilities. First/last months deposit required. Call 905-837- 2920.www.ucpm.ca. CENTRAL WHITBY - Main sep. classy fully-furnished bachelor- ette, includes TV, cable, c/air, gas heat, porch and parking. Prefer one responsible full-time em- ployed non-smoker. $640/mo. First/last/references. No pets. 905-668-2332 evenings. MCLAUGHLIN SQUARE,2- bdrms, 2 bathrooms. Condo fac- ing south. Parking, utilities, indoor pool, sauna included. $1195/month. First/last Avail. im- mediately. Call (905)985-4568 NORTH WHITBY,gorgeous 4 bedroom home. Low traffic street. Walk schools, park. First/last required. No smok- ing/pets. Yard, parking, large deck. Available December 1st. Marlene 905-492-1066. PICKERING "CONDO", Large 3- bdrm, master ensuite, eat-in- Kitchen, 5 appliances., laundry, enclosed balcony, storage, walk to Mall, Go, Rec-Centre, Decem- ber 1st/sooner. $1,195/mo+ utilities.Call Ken 416-573-2767. $0 DOWN- AN UNBEATABLE DEAL! own your own home. OAC.Minimum income required per household is $40,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1-888-732-1600 or (905)728- 1600, 24 hr.pager. -AA AWESOME OPPORTU- NITY! NO MONEY DOWN. Own your own home from $650/month. $40,000+ family income, Rea- sonable Credit - up to $20,000 cash back. Call Ken Collis, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty Brkr, Serving the public for 32 years. (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576- 5200, kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM apartment in house, 123 Elgin St. E. Oshawa. 2 washrooms, $l,l50 inclusive, available November lst. (905)723- 1389. 3 BEDROOM UPPER floor of house. Location is Dundas/Ru- pin. Close to amenities. Available immediately. $1175+. 416-291-3210 or 1-866-291- 3210. A 3 BEDROOM bungalow in Pickering. Main floor. Freshly painted. Shows well. $1000+ 2/3 utilities. First/last. 905-683-5641 or 416-315-9432. A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, (or equivalent) then own a house from $700/month. (oac). 5.3% mortgage with no money down (oac) up to 7% cash back. Requires $35,000 plus family income and good credit. Why Rent? Call Bill Roka, 25 years, top sales rep with world's leading realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600 WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Taunton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) 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 ASK ABOUT OUR SENIOR’S MOVE-IN INCENTIVES Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) A RARE OPPORTUNITY, PORT HOPE, Restored, pristine 4 bedroom + loft Century Home, Verandah, 3 FP, Gardens, pool, beach, trails, amenities, theatre, 25min East of Oshawa. $2500. VIEW www3.sympatico.ca/b.boulanger. 1-905-885-6743 ADELAIDE/CENTRE-Oshawa- immediately, renovated 3-bed- room, main floor of house, $1050 plus utilities, Dec. 1 renovated 2- bedroom basement apt. $850 plus utilities. both with Sep. en- trance. air, parking, laundry. All appliances included. (416)695- 4667. AJAX 4-BDRM SPACIOUS house CAC, F/P, W/O from bsmt to fenced yard. Quiet neighbor- hood, close to schools, shopping, transit, etc. $10,000 down and $2,000/month + utilities earns you a 5% down payment w/our rent to own program. Call 1-877-987- 7799 for appt. AJAX,Salem/Bayly. Avail. imme- diately, brand new, never lived in 3-bdrm freehold townhome, $1375+utilities. appliances incl. No smoking/pets.(416)738-1499 AJAX,spacious 3-bdrm main floor of house. Newly renovated, updated kitchen, 5-appliances, fenced backyard, close to schools, amenities. $1150/mo + utilities. Avail. immediately. (416)512-7012 AJAX, WESTNEY HEIGHTS 3-bdrm main floor. 62 Marshall Cres. $1095/mo, 3 bathrooms, garage, laundry. OPEN HOUSE Monday to Friday 6pm-7pm, Sat & Sun 12pm-1pm. 1-866-737- 5617, 416-436-2884 AJAX- Amazing bright 1yr old, 3-bdrm 1600sqft. upper. 3-baths. Main floor laundry- must see!! $1285+. Also brand new 3bd 1600sqft semi-detached with w/o bsmt. 2.5-baths, 5-appls. $1450+. 905-239-0367/647-271-6660. AVAILABLE DEC. 1ST.Clean remodeled, 2 bedroom basement, walkout $925 inclusive utilities. south Ajax. own laundry facilities. no pet/non smoking call Dennis Morgan Sutton Group 416-587- 0060, (905)831-9500. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 1 1/2 storey 3-bedroom, gas heat, near O.Centre & GM. $975/mo. No pets/smoking. Credit check. Linda Kubota, Royal LePage 905- 666-1333. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 21/2 storey 4-bedroom, gracious older home, French doors, hard- wood floors, gas heat., near Oshawa hospital. $1200/mo. plus utilities. No pets/smoking. Cred- it check. Linda Kubota, Royal LePage 905-666-1333. BOWMANVILLE - 3 bedroom townhouse for rent. New carpet, freshly painted, fenced yard. Ap- pliances. $1100.00 + utilities. Call (905) 697-8261. BOWMANVILLE,401/Waverley. Must See Detached 2-storey 3- bedroom. Garage, 5 appliances, c/air, huge deck, fenced yard. $1375+ utilities. References re- quired. No pets. Available Dec 1st. 905-441-6599. BOWMANVILLE, NEW 3 bdrm., 2-1/2 baths, master has ensuite, walk-in closet. 5 appliances, laminate & ceramic floors, central a/c and vac. $1375+ utilities. Call (416)698-6661. FINCH/LIVERPOOL,main floor 4-bedroom recently renovated home. New bathroom with jacuz- zi, solarium kitchen, master bed- room with ensuite, family room with fireplace, wood floors. Close to school & mall. Available Nov 1st. $1750. Call Paul or Allison (416)882-0926, (416)803-3007 HOUSE IN OSHAWA, 2+Bdrms, central location, close to all amenities. Single car garage w/remote door, includes 6 appli- ances, no smoking/pets, $950/mo + utilities. References required. Call (905)721-0293 KINGSTON RD/BEACH GROVE. Total of 1600 sq ft. bungalow, 2 bedrooms upstairs. Kitchen, din- ing room. Family room with gas fire place. Fully finished base- ment apartment with one bed- room. Car port. $1500 monthly + utilities. Non smoker. No pets. 416-281-2277 OLIVE/HARMONY - 3 bedroom house, main floor, good neigh- bourhood, fenced yard parking, $1050/mo. utilities included. Open house, Sun. Nov 5th, 1-3p.m. 1078 Ronlea. (905)434- 5920. OSHAWA BUNGALOW with separate basement apt. Desirable Wilson/Rossland area. Large ra- vine lot, near shopping/schools, appliances. Avail Dec 1. $1700/mo-inclusive. with option to buy.(905)435-4363 OSHAWA, CENTURY HOME, 2+1 bedrooms, open concept, 2 bathrooms, 2 parking, 4 applianc- es, no smoking. $1050/mo+ hy- dro. Call (905)436-2530 OSHAWA, BRAND NEW (never lived-in) 3-bedroom, 2 baths, am- ple parking, centrally located, all new appliances. First/last re- quired.Call (905)999-9115 OSHAWA, HARMONY/OLIVE beautiful bright spacious 2 bed- room legal bsmt apt of bungalow. Separate entrance, f/p, parking, laundry, $650+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. Jan.1st. (905)867-8417 OSHAWA,Olive/Ritson area. 2- bdrm, upgraded gas fur- nace/HWT, windows & doors, no smoking/pets. $1025+utilities. Avail Jan 1/07. 905-434-6765 evenings, Laura or Frank PICKERING VILLAGE- immacu- late 3 bedroom +1, 4 bathrooms, finished basement, main floor family room with fireplace. Hard- wood, ceramic floors, a/c, 5 appli- ances, walk-out deck. Available immediately. $1700/mo. plus utilities. No pets/smoking. Refer- ences, credit check. 905-837- 2189. WHITBY,3 bedroom bungalow, large lot, appliances included. $1000/month. Call (905)430- 7388 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE in north Oshawa, close to schools & shopping, central air, finished basement, hydro, water and all appliances included. References, first/last required. $985/month. Dan (416)678-4725 before 6pm, (905)579-3907 after 6pm. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, brand new 3 +1 bedroom town- house located in Oshawa. Near 401, schools. 5 appliances $1300+ utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Nov. 1st/15th. Call 905- 576-5253 AJAX,3-bedrooms, 2.5 bath- rooms, basement, driveway-gar- age w/entry to house, ensuite bathroom, backyard w/deck, 5-appliances, microwave, fire- place, $1500/mo. Call about pos- sible move-in incentives. (416)636-0410, (905)799-8637, r3spence@hotmail.com AJAX, AUDLEY RD.newer love- ly 2-storey, 3-bdrm, 5 appls., hrdwd flrs, walkout from kit to yrd, sep. double garage, Dec. $1200 plus utilities. Realty-Pro Mgmt. 905-433-0270, 9-5p.m. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has 2 bedroom townhouse units Avail. immed., parking and Hydro in- cluded. Please call 905-576- 9299. NEW TOWNHOUSE,Pickering. 3 bedroom. 1 1/2 bath. Finished basement with bedroom/ensuite. Stainless appliances. Wash- er/dryer on second floor. Security system. $1300/month+utilities. Call Gabor 416-917-1445. NORTH OSHAWA - Rossland & Harmony, 4-bedroom townhouse, fully renovated, air, garage, fin- ished basement. Including water $1250/mo. Hydro/gas extra. Avail.Immediately.905-472-8947 NORTH OSHAWA-3-bdrms, completely renovated. New car- pet, paint, etc... Near transit, shopping. $1075 plus gas. In- cludes hydro, water, fridge and tove. 905-728-9901, 905-244- 0997. OSHAWA SOUTH 3-bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956. PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP,95 Crawforth St., Unit 85 Whitby, (905)666-2008 is accepting appli- cations for 1- 2-bedroom Dec.1, $814 plus utilities. 1-3-bedroom Dec.1, & 1-3-bedroom Jan. 1, $885 plus utilities. Subject to membership policy approval. Ap- plications available at Community Centre Unit 85, 10am-4pm.- Mon.-Thurs., (on Friday, Sat. & Sun pick-up points are posted on Community Centre's door be- tween, 10am-7pm). WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom town- homes, available in friendly fami- ly-oriented complex. Immediate. $1050-$1250+utilities. 4 applianc- es, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, tran- sit, shopping. 11TH MONTH OF TENANCY FREE. Contact Chris at 905-743-9665. $400/MONTH, WHITBY - Ross- land and Garden area. Furnished bedroom, c/air, cable, bus at door, close to all amenities. No smoking, spotlessly clean. (905)665-8504 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Furnished room in Pickering, cable, light kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO, $200/bi-weekly. 905- 420-4318 OSHAWA Simcoe/Wentworth near GM/shopping. private en- trance, private 3-pc bath, bar fridge/microwave, use of fur- nished rec-room & TV. Suitable for 1 person. Avail immediately. $150/week. (905)436-7840 PICKERING VILLAGE,rooms for rent. Available immediately, $425/month all inclusive. No smoking/pets. Share all facilities. 416-575-3661. PICKERING,rooms available, furnished or unfurnished. Laun- dry, cable, internet, parking. Quiet home, near shopping and amenities. $350/month, available immediately.(416)316-0796 UOIT (Durham College)- bed- rooms available, 1 min. walk to campus, biggest house on the street $400 all inclusive. Laundry, internet, parking. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call 416-316-0796. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa.Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet, parking included. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo inclusive, Viewing (905)433-4088. LARGE MASTER BEDROOM, in 6yr. old, 3 bedroom townhouse in Whitby. With en-suite, walk-in closet. $525. ALSO room available $475. Cable, internet, avail. immediately, parking (905)666-7856. WORKING ADULT MALE, look- ing for roommate, male or female. Huge apartment, own room. Cheap rent in Orono.. 905-983- 1073 to view. ATTENTION SLED LOVERS: for sale 2003 Ski Doo Legend, 600 Sport, 2003 Yamaha V MAX 600, both come with electric start, reverse, and covers, asking $5,200. each. Also, double wide trailer in excellent condition, ask- ing $1,000. Serious callers only please 905-342-2704. Angel Nails & Skincare in Pickering, under new management, has changed their number to 905-426-4613 2200 Brock Rd, Unit A-10 SINCERE SINGLES Matchmaker since 1992. Chosen with care by those who care! Toll free 1-866- 719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 1, 2006, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com HEPATITIS C Place: St. Mark's United Church 201 Centre St. S. Whitby Time: 7:00-9:00 PM St.Mark's United Church 201 Centre St.S.Whitby Time:7:00-9:00 PM INFORMATION AND SUPPORT :Speaker www.creativeintensity.com/smking/ Meetings held 2nd Thursday each month For More Information 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729 or visit For More Information 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729 or visit Group Discussion Information & Support Thursday, November 9th, 2006 Thursday, November 9th,2006 DURHAM Stephanie Ruiter,RN (EC) Topic: “End stage liver disease and Liver Transplantation”. Topic: University Health Network, Liver Transplant Program LIVE-IN NANNY required for 2 children of shift workers, all hours of the day and night required. (289)314-1233 CERTIFIED Music Teacher/SAH mom offering at-home care F/T,P/T Pickering, Kingston/ Liverpool. Pick-up from Vaughan Willard P.S. & Glennanna bus stop. Meals included. All ages welcome! 905-492-0528 RESPONSIBLE home childcare, 18 years experience, infants-10 years. First-Aid/CPR, creative play and outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine (905)683-0352 SOUTH AJAX - Home daycare, 5 minutes to St. James & Duffins Bay Public School. First-aid, CPR, indoor/outdoor play, full or part-time 7a.m.-5:15 p.m. Re- ceipts. Call Catherine (905)686- 8423. +CARPET CARPET CARPETS 3 rooms carpeted with Commer- cial carpet and premium pad from $289 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with Berber carpet and premium pad from $389 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with cut pile carpet and premium pad from $489 (30 yds). Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- 242-3691 ; 905-373-2260. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 416-524-2018. 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. 647- 271-5483 A HOT TUBS/SPA,2006 model, fully loaded, ozonator, cost $8,900, sacrifice $3,900. 416- 524-2018 A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 647-271- 5483.Can deliver A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. Sales, Installa- tions, Repairs, ViewSat-2000 Platimum, all models in-stock. Service and Sales. (905)999- 0362 AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail.Call Sam (905)686-1772 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. TRUCK- LOAD EVENT! New Stainless Steel fridges only $499/up. New stoves $349/up. New dishwash- ers $199/up. New dryers only $249. New washers $299. Large selection of reconditioned & new scratch & dent appliances. Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS Wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Pest screens and caps installed. Best rates in Durham, Experi- enced* Reliable* Insured. No Mess Guaranteed. Call (905)686- 7741 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250.Call 905-213-4669. ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, do-it-yourself bolt-together foundation. 20'x30' $5500, 25'x40' $8700, 30'x40' $10,500, 32'x50' $14,000. 40'x60' $20,000, many others 1-800-504-7749. www.pioneerbuildings.ca ART GLASS & STAINED glass materials clearance, large variety still available, 50% off! Tools and new stock 25% off. Call for direc- tions.(905)263-2487 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 647-271- 5483.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construc- tion, never opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900.647-271-5483 BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: Dell (Dsktp) P4/1.8GHZ with 15" LCD Monitor $379.00 or $279.00 without Monitor. Repairs, Reasonable Rates. Call (905) 576-9216 CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 DANBY APT SIZED freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Re-con- 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 DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2900. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. DINING ROOM SUITE,buffet, hutch, solid wood table, 4 side chairs, 2 arm chairs and extra leaf. Good condition. Also matching wood TV stand with 2 drawers and glass cabinet. Paid $4000.Will sell all $550 OBO. 905-409-7277. FOLDING BICYCLES/SCOOT- ERS (electric or standard) no li- cense or insurance required in Ontario. In stock now at whole- sale prices. (905)686-2831 416- 504-1797 FURNITURE:Livingroom $600, Coffee tables (3) $400, Original Mexican dinningroom (6) $3,500, Mexican entrance piece $400, 5 pc. Wood and iron king bedroom set $1,750.Call: 905-425-0435 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca GOALIE PADS 24" (2-tone blue/white), matching blocker, catcher-$450 obo; Pentium 1 Computer w/CD Rom, Cannon Colour printer and computer stand $150obo.(905)666-5175 HALL TREE with mirror $150; sofa & chair (neutral decor) $750; wood kitchen table/chairs (mod- ern) $475; pine armoire $300; oak entertainment stand (large) $350; child's captain bed $150; 2-yr whirlpool fridge $450; 2-yr washing machine $300; 905- 260-6247. HOT TUB/SPA 5HP,24 jets, ozo- nator ready, LED light, waterfall, deluxe redwood cedar cabinet, warranty, 5-person, sacrifice $3500.Call 905-409-5285. LARGE 3PC LIGHTED medium oak wall unit. Large buffet. An- tique Morris chair. Dusty Rose shade 96x120. Glass & black cof- fee table. Various sheers & cur- tains.(905)723-4441. LAUNDRY PURE:Come and join the NO SUDS revolution! www. laundryplus.com/moneymaker244 password: guest 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. LIVINGROOM SOFA-BED for sale, light pastel colour-floral de- sign, mint condition, asking $450. Call 905-435-8151 after 6 p.m. NORDIC TRACK MODEL C2300, folding treadmill, like new condition. New $1700 - sell for $1150 o.b.o.(905)665-3396 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS Back to school specials con- tinuing !! 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! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa.905-626-0542 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. 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: WE HAVE THE FIX FOR MOST FTAs! Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!.6 models on display from $199 and up. U-Neek Electronics, Oshawa. Visit our store today! (905)435-0202 (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com SHOPSANFORDS.COM Buy - Sell - Trade, new used. Durham Region's first online fleamarket. Show your items for sale. Hun- dreds of items on sale locally. (905)579-1554 SNOW BOARD - Fifty one fifty board (size 124), fifty one fifty bindings, fifty one fifty boots (size 8), Pro-tec motocross style hel- met $150. Call Chris 905-623- 1043. TWIN CAPTAIN'S BED,book- case headboard and large bottom drawers. Matching bedside table. Excellent condition. $300 set. Twin boxspring available. Ann (905)420-6596 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000- 6,000 people per weekend. Rent from $230/mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 be- tween Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call 905-436-1024 or visit us: www.courticefleamarket.com WALNUT BEDROOM furniture, twin spool beds, ladder, dresser, desk, night table, bookcase, ask- ing $800.(905)427-3357. CASH FOR home furniture and major appliances. Dining room, living room, bedroom, kitchen fur- niture. Fridges, stoves, washers, dryers. We pick up. 905-260- 5988. CASH PAID for plastic car model collections, built or still in the box. 905-435-0747 EASTDALE CRAFT SHOW at Eastdale Collegiate, Nov. 18 & 19. Vendor Space Available! For info.call 905-723-8157 100% A KOZY HEAT FIRE- WOOD, excellent, very best quality hardwood, guaranteed ex- tra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measurement. Free deliv- ery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753-2246. 100% HARDWOOD, very, very, dry, with high out-put energy, guaranteed. The ecological firewood, up to 58% less ash, practically Creosote Free! (705)944-5272, evenings. 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 MILLS LANDSCAPING & FIRE- WOOD 12" or 16" face cords or bush cords. Picked up or deliv- ered. Call (905)432-0259 or (905)986-1977 QUALITY HARDWOOD available in 12" & 16" lengths. Free local delivery. Call (905)263-2124 or 905-263-2103. SM58 SHURE WIRELESS microphone system. Brand new, never used. Valued at approx. $600, selling for $400 (firm). Call Jamie at 905-579-2581. AAA PUPPIES - Sale Week!! all 12-16 weeks of age, Shih Tzu, Schnauzer, Schnoodle, Cocka- poo's, Beagles all $250 each OBO. Call Bill 905-355-5226 aaapuppies@sympatico.ca CHOCOLATE LAB pups, pure- bred, also, golden retriever pups, parents registered on site, great temperament and health, first shots, dewormed, guaranteed, ready to go. Stud services available. 905-355-5420. FREE KITTENS.Call 905-623- 1043. GERMAN Sheppard pups, CKC registered and pure black and b-i- black pupies. Incredible breade- ing. $700. (905)983-9636 LAB PUPPIES, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home raised. CKC registered, microchipped, vet checked, first shots, parents hips certified.905-447-5131. MALTESE/POODLES, Shitz/poo- dles, 8 week old puppies, all fe- male, cream or white. Lasa/poo- dles - all females 6 weeks old. Non allergenic, adorable puppies, call (705)786-2833. NEWFOUNDLAND PUPPIES, microchipped, CKC registered, males/females, vet checked, $1200. Ready to go November 17th, 2006. Delivery available in 3hour driving distance. (705)835- 6585, olaf.schrank@sympatico.ca PURE BRED MINI SCHNAU- ZERS first shots dew claw re- moved, non-allergic, non-shed- ding, ready to go. 905-352-3124. SHIH TZU PUPPIES for sale, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked $500 each. Call 905- 260-8855. TEACUP bichon frise. $675 no tax. Small hypo-alergetic, non shed. 5-6 l/b full grown. Phone 905-432-6454.Ready Nov.1st YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY AVAILABLE Prices starting at $589.95. Call or see website for details. Open 7 days/week. 10p- 10p. 1-800-943-2965. www.jnphotography.net 1991 HONDA ACCORD,auto- matic, white, p.windows, sunroof, CD player, driving condition. New tires, brakes, exhaust, speakers, timing belt. Incredible Price, only $730.00 o.b.o. (905)424-9774, 905-426-8739. 1992 BUICK REGAL,V6, 3-8l, 128,000 kms., white, grey interior, PW, tilt, ABS, A.C., cruise, V.G. cond., uncertified, as is, $2200. 905-839-1357 1992 CAPRICE CLASSIC.V8, PS, PB, A/C, Cruise, Automatic, Serviced, Seats 6, $1,450.00. Call Chris (905) 433-2068 1993 CHEVROLET CAVALIER 2-dr. 4 cyl. automatic. 169,000- kms. runs excellent. Certified and e-tested, pdl, JVC CD deck with Pioneer speakers. $1995-obo.. (905)435-1091 1995 MAZDA 323S, 4cyl, auto, new breaks, muffler, tires, 160k, (905)428-1838 1996 BUICK REGAL,3.8 V6, au- to, 4 dr, ABS, air, ps, pb, pw, fully loaded with power seats & sun- roof. Excellent condition. $3,000 no GST.(905)665-8431 1997 CHEVY VENTURA LT van. Certified. 144,000 km. Emission control passed. Excellent condi- tion. $6000 or best offer. Call 905-831-1940. 1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER Z24 5 speed, black with black in- terior, new brakes, winter tires, batt, alt., $2,500 certified and E- tested. 905-433-1661, 905-404- 1300. 1998 PONT. SUNFIRE.Sale Price $5,275. 4dr. auto, Every conceivable option possible. Only 89,000kms. Pampered from day 1. Won't last long. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866-304-7326. 2000 NEON $3999; 99 Alero $3999; 99 Taurus $3499; 97 Bonneville $2999; 98 Pontiac Tr ansport $2999; Others from $1699 (Kelly & Sons since 1976) (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2000 VW GOLF GLS,1.8T. only 104,000kms, every conceivable option possible. Auto, 4-dr, im- peccable service history. Priced for an immediate sale. Pmt. to own. $189/mth.+tx - $2,000 trade. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866- 304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2001 HONDA ODESSY, low mileage, automatic, goldtone, ex- cellent running condition, $16,999. 1989 XJS Jaguar con- ver tible, good condition, $8,995. (905) 728-5426 SNOWFLAKE CHRISTMAS MARKET Fri. Nov. 3 (5 to 8) & Sat., Nov. 4 (10 to 2) Pickering Village United Church 300 Church St. N., Ajax (905) 683-4721 pvuc@pvuc.ca www.pvuc.ca/XMASMarket CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Vaughan Willard P. S. Dixie & Glenanna-Pickering Sat. Nov 4th, 10am - 3pm Free Admission Thursday, November 2nd Preview 5 p.m. Starts 6:30 p.m. Public Auction Kahns' is liquidating TRISH ROMANCE LTD EDITIONS, "The Conserva- tory" & "All is Calm", as well as #'d, Discontinued Royal Doultons. We have a gorgeous 8 pc Mission Pine Bed Suite in Honey, a New Contempory Style King Bed Suite, an 8 pc stately Carved Sleigh in Walnut, an 8 pc Queen Low Profile Sleigh in Cherry & a stunning Sleigh in Oak with Wrought Iron Accents. Clear out of Sofa Sets in Leather, Leather Match & Micro Suede, in a variety of colours such as Black, Chocolate, Whiskey, Burgundy & Caramel including the Return of the Very Popular Espresso Leather Set #2215. Antique & Estate Pieces such as Armoire, Barrister's Book- shelves, Wing Back Chairs, Cedar Chest, China Cabinet, Dining Suites, Mirrors & Tables. Bargains to be had on Grandfather Clocks, Mahogany Fireplace Mantles in Oak or Cherry Finish, Oak Press Back Dining Set & Pub Sets with a Lazy Susan in either Espresso or Walnut 2 Tone Finish with 8 chairs. Accent pieces that are Must See including Hand Painted Bombay Chests, Marble & Granite Topped Carved Vanities, & an Exquisite Chest, 1 of a Kind, Hand Painted both front & back. Don't Miss Out!! KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) 905-683-0041 www.kahnauctioncentre.com Auction Sunday, November 5, 2006 Preview 10:00 AM Auction 12:00 NOON Contents of the Home of Isobel Patterson Bayview Ave., Toronto A Fine Quality Auction Not To Be Missed Furniture to include: Victorian Mahogany Dining Table, Chairs, Sideboard, Nest of Ta- bles, Gentlemans & Ladies Chairs, Settees, Side Tables, Rawlinson Bedroom Suite, Wal- nut Spinnett Desk, Marble Top Side Board, Dining Table & 6 Chairs, Display Cabinets, 2 Figured Walnut Davenport Desks, Grand- mother & Grandfather Clocks, Pine Armoire, Table, Bl anket Boxes, Selection of Oriental Carpets, Mirrors, Paintings, Watercolours, Books. Our usual selection of quality Glass, China & Sterling to include: Boxed Set of Joan of Arc Sterling Flatware, Large Sterling Tr ay, Several Dinner Services, Cups & Sau- cers, Crystal, Royal Dux, Amphora, Royal Doulton, Collection of Hummels, Linens, Jew- ellery, Fur Coats. Large Indoor Yard Sale Saturday, November 4, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sunday, November 5, 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 ESTATE AUCTION STAPLETON AUCTIONS NEWTONVILLE Friday, November 3rd, 5:00 p.m. Selling the contents from a Colborne and Toronto home: Coin collection, chesterfiled and loveseat, dining table and hutch, 9 pc. athes baetz dining room suite w/leather chairs, 7 pc. dinette, 5 pc. dinette, set of 4 oak chairs, mission sideboard, tea wagon, washstand, Hoosier base, fern stand, ant. parlour chairs, occ. chairs, occasional tables, queen bed, maple highboy chest, single wardrobe, large oak rocker, mirrors, lamps, hide abed, China, glass, toys, linen, quilts, Persian hand knotted carpets, fridge and stove, new dent and scratch fridge/stoves, sm. pickup truck etc. etc. Will start with the coin collection first... Check website for updates, Preview after 2 p.m. Terms: Cash, Approved cheque (Drivers License), visa, M/C, interac AUCTIONEERS Frank and Steve Stapleton, Newtonville (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, November 3rd at 4:30 p.m. 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 Mahogany buffet, Duncan Phyfe dining room set, 2 wing back chairs, tea wagon, oak library table, mahogany stretcher table, oak drop front desk, cherry dresser and mir- ror, 2pc blue painted cupboard, dovetailed blanket box, odd pb chairs, approx 375 piano rolls, qty. of good china and glass to include Moorecroft, Lotz, Carnival, Beleek, Cran- berry, etc., green leather chesterfield and chair, kitchen ta- ble and chairs, modern pine corner cabinet, modern pine benches, upright piano, Berlin pump organ, double Craft- matic bed, Weslo motorized treadmill, Fisher airtight wood stove, Amana fridge, Almond fridge and stove, chest freez- er, dbl skidoo trailer, JD 78 Spitfire, Yamaha 89 Phazer, Skidoo 84 Citation, 14' fiberglass boat w/35HP Mercury outboard with trailer, 4 1/2 x 14 trailer, 95 Chev Corsica, Qty.of china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com SAT. NOV. 4 - 10.30AM - AUCTION at the property - 870 Taunton Rd. E., WHITBY including office furniture, Vehicles:2000 Saturn wagon 92 Chev Astro van, 81 Maserati 4 port car, Trucks:96 Hino 18' van box, 93 GMC cube van, 90 Ford F150 Ext Cab pickup, 89 Ford dually 5th wheel, 87 GMC Sierra 3500 truck with alumi- num box, Ford F350 truck with 14' box, 79 Ford with 24' aluminum box, Travelmate motor home(needs repair), Trailers:To mmy's Trailer Inc aluminum tandem axle car trailer & winch, 32' 5th wheel enclosed trailer, 12' en- closed cargo trailer, 45' moving/storage trailer, Tandem covered trailer, Tractors &Equip:Kubota HST 8200 4x4 Diesel tractor with loader, turf tires, Hyster lift truck, Kubota T1600 HST Diesel riding lawn mower, JD rotary mower, Tools:qty of HD racking, pallet truck, air com- pressor, panel saw, bander, qty of hand & power tools, torches, Roofing business:2 skids of tar, tar pot trailer, roofing related items, Snowmobiles: 94 Polaris Indy LX, 92 Polaris Indy 500, snowmobile trailer, Partial list, Info or flyer 1-800-461-6499 MCLEAN AUCTIONS or view at www.mcleanauctions.com WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for an Oshawa home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:Dining room suite, chesterfield suite, bedroom suite, 15pcs of Shelly, flatware, French ivory, button col- lection, 25 Royal Daulton figurines, Nippon cocoa set, Nippon jardinier, bride's basket, fish set, Carlton ware, Noritake, sterling (bowls, baby cup, candy dish, basket), Royal Daulton plates, stemware, Dresden pcs, plus many other interesting items.Terms:Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 3rd Winter Wind-Up Antique Show & Sale St. Charles Garnier School 4101 Baldwin St. S. Whitby, ON. Nov. 11 & 12, 2006 Sat. 10-5 & Sun. 10-4 Adm. $5.00 – 705-878-1355 SAT. NOV. 4, 10am MITCHELL'S AUCTION BUILDING 3K east of Omemee on #7, 5k north on Emily Pk. Rd. 1993 Polaris XLT snowmobile w/reverse, 1979-30' Winne- bago, runs well, Fordson tractor. 7' JD snow blower, 3pt. mower, 2F-3pt plow, 8' MF 3pt cult., cut down hay wagon, 6 1/2' trail pto hd flail mower, 6x8 box trailer, tools, Hunter 4 wheel alignment machine.Furniture;beautiful antique 9pc dining suit w/side board and china cabinet-exc. cond., 7pc antique bedrm suite, Kenmore Frig., washer & dry- er-4yrs old.,other quality furnishings, doctors office skele- ton, 10 gal. Medalta crock, china and glass and so much more.ID to register.Cash/Check.! MITCHELL AUCTIONS RR4 OMEMEE 705-799-6769 Auction Sale - Sat. Nov 4 @ 4 pm Haydon Auction Barn 2498 Con Rd 8 Haydon.Antique fern/private Whit- by Estate & Coins/Currency: Apt. Upright Piano & Bench, Oak Pedestal Table, Oak Pressback Chairs, Buffet, China Cab., Bdrm Suite, Cedar Chests, TV & Stand, Lamps, Tools, Dishes, Kitchenware. Coins incl.:US Indian Head Cents, 1841 Nfld. Rutherford Token, 1941 Nfld. Cent (rein- graved date), 1859 Can Large Cent, Key Date Can. Silver Coins.Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 HARVEY, Peter Andrew Thomas Died October 28, 2006 at Rouge Valley Health Centre in Ajax at the age of 78. Many thanks for the gentle and car- ing treatment he received from the nurses and the amazing Dr. Carmen Price. His family bids a loving goodbye - Beryl, his wife of 56 years; his daughter, Kay Pritchard and her husband Ray of South Caro- lina and their boys Lee and Kirt; his daughter Jill Smith and her husband John and her kids Jennifer, Sean, and Cassandra; his sister Connie and family in St. Petersburg, Florida and Hamilton Ontario; his brother Jack and family in Workingham, England. He will be sorely missed by all the friends in the congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses in Ajax, Pick- ering, Scarborough and Griffin, Georgia whom he loved so well. Memorial service will be held Satur- day, November 4, at 3:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at the corner of Finch and Liverpool in Pickering. All are welcome. Arrangements entrusted to the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,905-428-8488.2002 GRAND PRIX GT,loaded, 75,000 k, woman driven, $9,800. Telephone (905) 697-8743 or cell (905)260-2642 2003 CHRYSLER SEEBRING, very clean, well-kept. $8,200 tax- es incl. certified & e-tested. Call Aaron (905)622-5334 or (905)438-9049 2003 NISSAN ALTIMA SE - Sale Price $14,890. 5spd, 3.5Litre fully loaded including a power moon- roof. Black, factory warranty, well-maintained. Priced for an immediate sale. Shop & compare. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866- 304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2003 TOYOTA CAMRY LE - Sale price $16,925. Auto, fully loaded. 84,000kms. Very well cared for. Priced for an immedi- ate sale. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866-304-7326. www.durham- creditzone.com 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA SE - Sale Price $22,990. Only 59,000kms. 6spd. transmission. Black on frost. Leather interior. Top of the line vehicle. A spec- tacular car. Priced for an immedi- ate sale. (Factory warranty).. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866- 304-7326. www.durhamcredit- zone.com 2004 PONTIAC GRAND AM,6- cyl, low kms, 4-dr, white, loaded, excellent condition, certified, ask- ing $12,500.Call (905)404-1699 2005 BMW 320i - Sale Price $25,900. Only 41,000kms. 5spd, fully loaded. Blue on black leath- er. Factory warranty. In pristine condition. Priced for an immedi- ate sale. Shop & compare. Unique opportunity. Only at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2005 BMW MINI Convertible, only 19,000kms. Sale Price $26,900. auto, leather interior. Sport & Premium pkg. Showroom condition. A unique opportunity for such an incredible, very desirable vehicle. Full factory warranty. Priced for an immediate sale. Shop and compare. 1-866- 304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2005 HONDA CIVIC LX,4dr, only 34,000km., auto. Power moonroof, top of the line vehicle. Fully loaded, very desirable. Immaculate. Factory warranty. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2005 VW Golf TDI,diesel, 5spd, 1.9L turbo, 4dr, 45,000 km, ABS, air, pw, pd, pm, heated seats, p.sunroof, alloy wheels, silver, $21,400 certified/e-test. 905-903- 1539 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA.Sale Price $19,990. Only 17,000kms. auto, fully loaded, showroom con- dition. Full factory warranty. Priced for an immediate sale. Shop & compare. Unique oppor- tunity. Only at AJAX NISSAN 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com FA BULOUS LEASE TAKEOVER Opportunity. 2004 Hyundai Ac- cent GSi, $295/month. Nicely equipped including air & sunroof. Lots of km. left. Please call 905- 261-8400 or 905-260-0772 $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. 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. ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. $ $ AA1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. $ $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 $ A A A - ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905-263-4142 or 905- 914-4142. 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 1988 CHEV BLAZER 2 door, au- tomatic. Excellent condition. $1500 as is.905-259-7854. 1989 EDDIE BAUER FORD BRONCO - Newly reconditioned, a must see! Automatic, 2 dr., V8, tilt wheel, power doors/windows, removable top, trailer hitch, new tires, certified/e-tested. Best offer. 905-623-3763. 2001 DODGE DAKOTA SPORT, quad cab, mint condition, 4.7L V8, 115,000 hwy. km., many ex- tras incl. winter rims/tires, alarm, bed rug, tonneau cover, $12,900.00.416-722-5689 1996 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOY- AGER SE, 7 passenger, V6, Au- to, loaded, new transmission, brakes, etc. $2600 just spent on new repairs. Runs great. 232,000kms. $3299 certified. Call 905-259-9846 1996 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOY- AGER SE, 7 passenger, V6, Au- to, loaded, new transmission, brakes, etc. $2600 just spent on new repairs. Runs great. 232,000kms. $3499 certified. Call 905-259-9846 1998 FORD WINDSTAR,van, new winter tires, $2,000, OBO, call (905)666-9827, after 6pm. 1998 JEEP CHEROKEE 166,000 kms, auto, 4 dr., 4.0, 6 cyl, 4x4, blue exterior, grey interi- or, Alloy wheels, Roof Rack, AC, keyless entry, $4,700 obo. 905- 655-9659. 2002 MONTANA - Original Own- er - Quad Captains Chairs, New Air / Rad, Power, CD, Good Con- dition, 163,000 km, $6,750. - Cell 416-452-7748 DISTRESS FREE!!!!! 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Smith back for second stint with Pickering Panthers Number of issues caused forward to bolt Battalion By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Another veteran forward is back for his second go-round with the Pickering Panthers. Cody Smith, who last played with the Panthers back in the 2004-05 season, returned to the OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior ‘A’ Hockey League team after playing parts of two sea- sons with the Ontario Hockey League’s Brampton Battalion. Smith, 19, decided to re- join the Panthers after being unhappy with his situation in Brampton. After recording no points in 10 games this season, he asked for his release from the Battalion and later cleared OHL waivers before signing an Ontario Hockey Association card with the Panthers in time for last weekend’s action. The hard-working forward notes several issues caused him to break ranks with the Battal- ion. “It was numerous things. Ice time was an issue and the bil- leting situation. 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