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Hume Martin was on the job for four-and-a-half years By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — After months of discussions, the Rouge Valley Health System announced the depar- ture of president and CEO Hume Martin late We dnesday. To m Atkins, chair- man of the board of di- rectors, said Mr. Martin first indicated in April 2006 that he would be retiring. “Hume had come to the decision it was time to go,” Mr. Atkins said Thursday, follow- ing the release. “A week or two ago he decided it was time for him to leave.” The departure was made official at the regularly scheduled board meeting the evening of Nov. 28. While the release said Mr. Mar- tin is “departing effective Dec. 4 by mutual agreement,” Mr. Atkins said Mr. Martin was retiring and as far as he knew had no current plan to take on a position elsewhere. Mr. Martin left the country for a conference We dnesday morning fol- lowing the board meeting and was unable for com- ment. “It has been a rewarding experience to work with such a capable and dedi- cated team of staff, physi- cians and volunteers who are deeply committed to delivering quality, family- centred care,” Mr. Martin said in the prepared release. Saturn Saab of PickeringSaturn Saab of Pickering Wishes you Season’s Greetings. Lease or buy any vehicle during the month of December, and recieve… $250 FREE GAS$250 FREE GAS PICKERING • 905-839-6159 • 980 KINGSTON ROAD,Between Liverpool Rd & Whites Rd. Rouge Valley president steps down WHO’S WALKING WHOM? Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Pat Gamble has her hands full with her daughters three shih-tzus, Buster, Sasha and Bailey, as she strolls along the boardwalk at the end of Liverpool Road. 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Mr. Atkins said he believes the hospital will have a new CEO within six months. He believes that person will build on the direction taken under Mr. Martin. Mr. Martin took over as president and CEO in July 2002 for Allan Whiting, who announced his retirement in late 2001. He oversaw a challenging time in Rouge Valley’s history that includ- ed SARS, the near closure of Ajax’s pediatric and ob- stetrics departments, and the approval this spring of the major expansion and re- development project of the Ajax and Pickering hospital. Mr. Martin came to head Rouge Valley, which oper- ates hospital sites in Ajax and Scarborough, from the Alberta Children’s Hospi- tal of the Calgary Regional Health Authority, where he was the chief regional of- ficer and executive direc- tor. 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On We dnesday morning the people who he touched through his extensive community involve- ment gathered at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church to celebrate the life of one of Pickering’s most tireless volunteers. Mr. James passed away Nov. 24. He was 68. In his 23 years in Pickering, Mr. James worked with many or- ganizations and made friends with many peo- ple. Pickering-Ajax-Ux- bridge MPP Wayne Ar- thurs was one of those people. The former Pickering mayor met Mr. James when he was in the midst of form- ing the Pickering Civitan service club. He went on be the campaign manager for Mr. Arthurs’ 2000 mayoral bid and the volunteer co- ordinator on his 2003 provincial campaign. “Politics for him was a vehicle to do what he loved and did best, which was engage people,” Mr. Ar- thurs said. “Terry loved to engage people.” He even made a bid for politi- cal office himself, running for the city councillor position in the 2004 Ward 2 byelection. In the eight- person race he finished a strong second. Mr. Arthurs said Mr. James taught him a lot about engaging people. He was one of the people who eulogized his friend. “It was a privilege to call Te rry a friend, it was an honour for him to call you a friend,” he said after the service. Mr. James had been sick for about 10 weeks and was hospitalized for the past month, Mr. Ar- thurs said. He will be missed by his family and friends (many of whom were local politicians), but also by the many local organizations he gave his time to. He was an organizer of the St. Paul’s-on-the-Hill food bank Christmas lunch, a member of the Pickering Village Museum Advi- sory Committee, founder and past president of the Pickering Civitan club and past governor of Civitan International (Ontario), chairman of the Hospice Durham golf tour- nament, chairman of the charity golf tournament for Girls Inc., and chairman of the Pickering Year of the Volunteer recognition commit- tee. In 2004, Mr. James was recog- nized with an individual volunteer award at the City of Pickering’s civic awards ceremony. He was also the president of the Durham Region Senior Games. Bob Sturgeon worked with him on the senior games. “He was quite an involved guy,” he said. “He was a people person, that’s for sure. He loved interacting with people.” Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan agreed. “He was an extremely outgoing guy, people connected with him readily,” he said. Mr. James worked on his 2003 mayoral campaign. Mr. Arthurs said when cam- paigning, Mr. James would always have a joke or a line ready when he knocked on a door. “You could depend on him to have a new joke,” he said. Mr. James retired in 1998 from his position as supervisor of com- munity service teams for the City of Scarborough. Instead of taking things easy, he redirected his time into the com- munity. Mr. James is survived by his wife Marie, his two grown daughters and his son, who is in university. 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I was even more disappointed with the lack of young peo- ple who went out to vote in the municipal elections this past Monday. It was sad when I went into my local polling station and the election officials seemed surprised to see someone of my age there. They went on to comment about how few young people had been there that day. We are so blessed to live in a democratic society and there is no doubt in my mind that so many youth take that for granted. Not only are we not showing respect for everything we’ve been given, but we’re also not exercising our civil rights, duties and privileges... and it’s very disappointing. Brandon Ruck Whitby NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater, Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail mjohnston@durhamregion. com; Mailing Address; 130 Com- mercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Tr ade, Ontario Community News- paper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that ad- dresses reader complaints about member newspapers.The pub- lisher reserves the right to clas- sify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occupies. Edito- rial and Advertising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791. [ Letters Policy ]-- We w elcome 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 com- plaints, 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. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 durhamregion.com Y ou’ve just been through two or three of the most intense months of your life. But you came out standing on top in the end, and it’s a wonderful feel- ing. Yo u’ve knocked on doors, held up under the spotlight in debates, raised and spent money, put up and taken down your elec- tion signs, and thanked all your campaign workers and volunteers. Yo u’ve made promises which you’ll now be forced to keep or risk being called just another politician whose word can’t be trusted. After all the blood, sweat and tears, you’ll now have to get down to the nitty gritty: the task of governing the municipal- ity and region you’ve been entrusted with. No easy or simple task, that. For those who have never held office, there is a severe learning curve that must be travelled. Being a City or Regional coun- cillor is unlike anything you’ve ever done before. Being on the board of a charity or serving on the executive of an organization is a long way from being the legal, elected representative of the people of your town or city. Yo u’re basically on call 24/7. Because you carry a blackberry and make your e- mail and telephone numbers readily avail- able and because you live just down the block from most of the people you repre- sent, they feel you are one of them. That’s a good thing mostly, but you can also de- pend on late-night phone calls, numerous e-mail requests and the odd run-in at the checkout line in the supermarket. Yo u won’t have all the answers, but you have to do your very best to find them for the people you represent. That’s why you’re in the job. You’ll also have to learn quickly on the job, with very little training. More experienced councillors may be ac- commodating, but some will no doubt try to take advantage of your lack of experi- ence. You’ll need to come to grips with how meetings are conducted, how motions are made and how bylaws are passed. There’s a lot to take in. How much can you really impact the tax situation in your municipality? You’ll quickly realize much of your Town or City spending is locked in. So what can you do? You can be an advocate for the people in your ward and municipality. You can get answers to ques- tions, help people cut through some of the red tape, try to make a dent or at least be heard at Queen’s Park and on Parliament Hill with provincial and national movers and shakers. You can stay focused on the major issues in which you will have a say. And you can learn. Luckily, the next election is four years away, a year longer than in past years. Yo u’ve got time to get a handle on ev- erything that will come your way. And, if you’re fortunate, you’ll know it all, or at least enough, to be ready to run once again in 2010. Tim Kelly is a Metroland Durham Re- gion Media Group copy editor. His col- umn appears periodically. E-mail tkelly@durhamregion.com. You got elected, now what? Tim Kelly staff editor St atement sets proper course Finance minister Jim Flaherty gave a clear, tax-cutting course for Canadians to follow over the next few years in his recent economic statement to the House of Com- mons finance committee. Mr. Flaherty, also a Durham Region-based MP (Whitby- Oshawa), presented a batch of proposals that could see $22 billion in tax relief delivered over the next five years. That is in addition to the $20 billion he promised in his first budget this past May. What makes Canada’s plan so much more sensible than the deficit-running United States option, is that, despite the tax cuts, our economy continues to generate a federal surplus. And Mr. Flaherty has committed to investing every penny of surplus dollars into debt reduction. Our current federal debt stands at $481.5 billion, but of key significance for Canadians is that billions must be spent in interest payments to service that debt each year. Debt reduction also reduces interest pay- ments on that debt, freeing up tax dollars for more tax cuts. Mr. Flaherty predicts that continued debt repayment will reduce it to 25 per cent of our gross domestic product by 2013, a significant cut from the more than 60 per cent of GDP the federal debt made up just over a decade ago. The Conservative finance minister also said a further 1 per cent cut to the GST would be made by 2011, putting more money into the pockets of every Canadian. In addition, there will be a further cut in the employment insurance premium, the charge each worker and employers pays weekly to sup- port the employment insurance program, which is running a massive surplus. 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Pickering’s Our Lady of the Bay, Ajax’s St. Bernadette, and Oshawa’s Holy Cross Catholic schools are on a list the Durham Catholic District School Board is sending the ministry of education as possibly being prohibi- tive to repair. According to a staff report presented to the board at its Nov. 27 meeting, the ministry inspected every Ontario school in 2002-2003 to assess their needs and priorities and allocate fund- ing. Prohibitive-to-repair schools are defined by a measure of building condi- tions based on estimated costs of nec- essary repair work, versus replacement value. The Durham Catholic board has no schools identified as prohibitive- to-repair candidates, but the ministry is allowing boards the opportunity to identify possible candidates and sub- mit them to the ministry by Nov. 30. Under the prohibitive-to-repair school categories, the board is suggest- ing St. Bernadette for the single school solution, which replaces a school in poor condition on the same or nearby site. 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Thom Evered, the chief fire prevention officer with Ajax Fire and Emergency Services, says people may use an electric blanket to keep warm and conserve energy. “Whatever the case may be, it is important to al- ways follow the manufac- turers’ instructions and use precautions when op- erating your electric blan- ket, as with all appliances,” Mr. Evered notes. Other tips include: • Keep the control away from open windows; • Don’t place the electrical cord between the mattress and box spring; • Don’t allow the electrical cord to be pinched; • Don’t use pins with the blanket, as they could damage the electrical wir- ing; • Make sure only an AC supply circuit at the prop- er voltage is used; • If the blanket isn’t oper- ating properly, stop using it immediately and con- tact the manufacturer or dealer for information on repairs or replacing the circuit; • Always consult the man- ufacturers’ instructions for care, use and laundering of the blanket; • Return the blanket to the manufacturer if the fuse link or thermal link have been ruptured. For more fire prevention tips, call 905-683-7791. 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The store is in Pickering at Annex, 1755 Pickering Pkwy., and toys can be dropped of on Dec. 17 from noon to 5 p.m. There will be a giant hot tub posi- tioned in the front window, decked out as ‘Santa’s sleigh’ to hold the gifts that will be presented to the Durham Regional Police for distribution to children throughout the area. Anyone who brings a toy and is wearing their bathing suit will get a free relaxing soak in the running hot tub to help relieve the stress of holi- day shopping. For more information on Canadian Home Leisure, visit www.canadian- homeleisure.ca. corner of Taunton & Salem Road Ajax No Charge Performances 905-686-0951 Friday December 8th 7:30 pm Sunday December 10th 6:00 pm Durham’s Stirring Christmas Musical FaithWayFaithWay Baptist ChurchBaptist Church HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 10am-8pm • Sat. 10am-6pm • Sun. 12pm-5pm FOR PARTS CALL 1-800-941-4755 • FOR SERVICE CALL 1-866-662-9824 280 Kingston Rd. 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Value over $450 FREE MAYTAG COOKBOOKS, APRONS, and CANVAS BAGS while supplies last DURHAM’S NEW APPLIANCE CENTRE!Kingston Rd. E. /Hwy. 2 Salem Rd.Wicks Dr.HUGE SELECTION! HUGE SELECTION! HUGE SELECTION! HUGE SELECTION! HUGE SELECTION! THIS WEEKEND ONLY Dec. 2 & Dec. 3 THIS WEEKEND ONLY Dec. 2 & Dec. 3 THIS WEEKEND ONLY Dec. 2 & Dec. 3 THIS WEEKEND ONLY Dec. 2 & Dec. 3 THIS WEEKEND ONLY Dec. 2 & Dec. 3 Come in and sample some tasty treats from the Jenn-Air Chef Sat. 10-6 and Sun. 12-5 GRAND OPENING SALE Save up to 15%GRAND OPENING SALE Save up to 15%GRAND OPENING SALE Save up to 15%GRAND OPENING SALE Save up to 15%GRAND OPENING SALE Save up to 15% THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com DURHAM — The Volunteer Re- source Centre for Durham Region is again facing closure. After nearly being forced to close its doors last February, Services Canada awarded the centre fund- ing that enabled it to stay open for the past nine months. But, due to a lack of sufficient and sustainable core funding, the centre will close by the end of this year. The centre provides volunteer recruitment and referral services to people who want to volunteer and not-for-profit organizations in need of volunteers. Staff and board members have looked at ways to continue some of the services, long-term with mini- mal financial investment. Through the website, volunteerdurham.org, Durham residents will still be able to find places to volunteer and or- ganizations will be able to post vol- unteer opportunities. Details will be announced at a Dec. 5 breakfast. Member agencies, partners, spon- sors, media and any other interest- ed parties are invited to attend the breakfast at 9 a.m. at The Real Cana- dian Superstore community room, 200 Taunton Rd. W., in Whitby. To confirm attendance at the breakfast call the centre at 905-436-2035 or e-mail info@volunteerdurham.org. Lack of funding forces Durham volunteer centre to close at end of the year Sudoku durhamregion.comNOW ONLINE 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 Check it out at By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer AJAX — It’s only Dec. 1 and Notre-Dame-de-la-Jeu- nesse students are already in the Christmas spirit. With a recent goal of spon- soring a Children’s Aid So- ciety family, students at the French elementary school have raised so much money, they can add another to the shopping list. “The replies have been unbelievable,” said Claudine Summerville, a Notre Dame parent who initiated the col- lection. “Now it’s over, we’ve raised about $780,” said Denis Gevry, principal of the 250-student school. Although the school has participated in Christmas fundraisers in the past, this is the first time it sponsored a family through the CAS, said Ms. Summerville. “A lot of schools do the Christmas boxes, but there’s many people in the region that need help,” said Ms. Summerville. She challenges other schools to sponsor a local family as well. Mr. Gevry said the school’s students and their parents have always responded well to projects that help others. “I never have any remarks like ‘oh not again’,” said Mr. Gevry, and added parents like the message such proj- ects teach their children. “Basically it’s to let the chil- dren know there are families not prepared to have the same kind of Christmas they do,” said Mr. Gevry. “As a Catholic system, in a Catholic school, for us to show how important those values are in our lifestyle, I feel really great how well our students are re- sponding,” said Mr. Gevry. He said families at the school don’t tend to have fi- nancial problems, but have a healthy spirit for helping oth- ers. “We keep the spirit of shar- ing,” said Mr. Gevry. In October and November, the students were also suc- cessful in a shoebox program to collect gifts for people in other countries, he said. 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Book your appointment today… Ease your mind tomorrow. 78 Albert St. @ corner of Bruce (905) 725-2790 www.dianecouture.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com Help is available online to pick a university New database to streamline information DURHAM — Picking a university just got easier, thanks to a new online tool. As many students prepare for the jump to post-secondary schools next year, a new Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) system will help them get specific information on schools, including Durham’s University of On- tario Institute of Technology (UOIT). The Council of Ontario Universi- ties worked on the data system with 18 universities, including UOIT, and the Ontario College of Art and De- sign. Among the information available through CUDO are: the number of de- grees awarded at a university; student enrolment and entrance averages; the number of students living on cam- pus and activities offered; first-year tuition and ancillary fees by program; the number of teaching faculty; and, undergraduate class size by year level. “We understand that the more com- prehensive information we can pro- vide to prospective students, the more comfortable they will be with their postsecondary selection,” said Donald Wallace, UOIT’s associate provost, aca- demic and strategic planning. “CUDO is another invaluable tool in sharing UOIT’s commitment to connect stu- dents with all that our innovative uni- versity has to offer.” The data system will be updated on a regular basis and feedback gathered from users to enhance information. Visit the Council of Ontario Uni- versities at www.cou.on.ca or the On- tario Universities’ Application Centre, www.ouac.on.ca, to access the system. UOIT’s CUDO information is also avail- able at www.uoit.ca/cudo. By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — It seems no one can help Brad Skiffington and because of that he fears he may die. Mr. Skiffington, 32, was born with cystic fibrosis (CF), a deteriorating lung disease. As a result of his con- dition he has specific housing re- quirements - requirements he and his wife, Rebecca, can’t seem to find a home to meet. “I have been fighting this for my whole life,” Mr. Skiffington said. “I fought too hard to stay alive for a housing issue to possibly be my de- mise.” The couple is originally from New- foundland, where the resources to medical care for an adult with CF are limited, so they moved to Ontario five years ago so he could receive a double-lung transplant. “What happens when you have a double-lung transplant, you almost trade one disease for another,” Mr. Skiffington said. To ensure his body doesn’t reject the new lungs, he takes medicine to suppress his immune system. He takes 100 pills a day and has now developed CF-related diabetes. Beyond his medical struggles, the couple needs to find affordable and appropriate housing somewhere in the Greater Toronto Area so Mr. Skiff- ington can attend his myriad medical appointments. “We literally can’t find something that suits my needs because anything that does is so expensive,” Mr. Skiff- ington said. But their cries for help, desperate as they are, have fallen on deaf ears. Ms. Skiffington has a thick file that documents their struggle during the past seven years. She struggles not to tear up as she produces a letter from one of the top transplant surgeons in the world. The letter says if Mr. Skiffington doesn’t live in an environ- ment conducive to his health he will be dead within two years. As of today that seems their inevi- table future. Their housing struggle began as soon as they moved to Ontario. The couple first lived in St. Catharines, then moved to an apartment build- ing in Pickering, where cigarette smoke drove them out. They secured a rental house in Scarborough, but it was sold before they moved in. In August 2004, the couple moved into a basement apartment in Ajax. Within a month, Mr. Skiffington’s lung function went from 80 to 45 per cent. His immune system started working overtime to combat the al- lergies. “We literally could not go home,” Ms. Skiffington said, due to the con- dition of the basement apartment. “We had a really big struggle finding a place.” Mr. Skiffington receives disabil- ity pay while his wife, who tends bar, also attends school, working towards her nursing degree. The couple thought they hit the jackpot when they found a home in Newcastle. At $925 to rent, it was tight but they did their best to manage. But, just a month after the couple moved in, their landlord told them he was going to list the house for sale. “So, since March, we have been so stressed out,” Ms. Skiffington said. “The stress is actually having a physi- cal affect on his health.” Now sold, the landlord tried to evict them, but they went to the On- tario Rental Tribunal and won their case to stay in the house until the current lease expires at the end of the year. The couple is now frantically look- ing for somewhere else to live. Rental property available in Durham that suits Mr. Skiffington’s medical needs is priced at about $1,400 a month. The Skiffingtons said they were ap- proved for a subsidy under Durham Region Housing’s In-situ Program. It, too, fell through because Mr. Skiffing- ton’s needs are considered excessive. According to Matthew Gaskell, se- nior solicitor for the Region of Dur- ham, the Skiffingtons were not ap- proved under the In-situ program. “They were in the process of get- ting approved,” he said. “I don’t know if they were led to believe they had been approved, but the director of housing didn’t approve it.” The subsidy wasn’t approved, Mr. Gaskell said, because the unit the couple was looking to rent was a three-bedroom and the rent was typ- ically more than the program allows. “They don’t get it; I could literally get sick to the point that I could die because of where we are living,” Mr. Skiffington said. An air purifier donated to the cou- ple has been a help to Mr. Skiffing- ton’s health, but it can only be used in a home that is at least 1,500 square feet because it omits ozone. He can- not live in a basement apartment or anywhere where there is mould. However Mr. Gaskell said the Re- gion has no documentation indicat- ing the air purifier is a necessity. “It is the house; it is too big,” he said. “We really have lots of people who want a really nice big house. We are not trying to be difficult. We are try- ing to follow the program’s policy.” According to Mr. Gaskell, there are options that have been offered to the Skiffingtons, three different units in two weeks, but they were not ac- cepted by the couple. “Housing would bend over back- wards to find them something,” Mr. Gaskell said. “They will continue to do that and they will continue to give them referrals.” But Mr. Skiffington said the units offered to the couple had mould in the windows and would compromise his health. “I am not dying right now, but I don’t want to get to the point that my health declines to a point that I can’t bounce back,” Mr. Skiffington said. The couple has written to Mark Holland, Member of Parliament for Ajax-Pickering, Wayne Arthurs, Member of Provincial Parliament for Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge, and other groups including Durham Regional Housing and Habitat for Humanity. No one, to date, has been able to offer them any help or advice. Ms. Skiffington even tried writing to the Extreme Makeover Home Edi- tion and Oprah Winfrey, but never received a response. The couple has also written two letters to Premier Dalton McGuinty looking for help. His response in a letter was, “I be- lieve that safe, secure and affordable housing is a fundamental human need. Be assured that our govern- ment is working to increase the sup- ply of affordable housing and make it easier for people to stay in their homes. I note that you have been in touch with the Durham Housing Access Centre. As municipalities are ultimately responsible for admin- istering social housing within their boundaries, I would suggest that you continue to follow up with them re- garding your application.” You are invited to attend our second Environmental Assessment Open House to discuss Ontario Power Generation’s work on the potential refurbishment and continued operation of the Pickering B nuclear station. The potential refurbishment would involve replacing major reactor components to extend the operating life of the reactors for an additional 30 years. An Environmental Assessment (EA) will help with the early identification of any potentially significant environmental effects from refurbishment and continued operations. It also ensures appropriate mitigation measures are identified early in decision making. The open houses will include a presentation on the potential project and the federal environmental assessment process.OPG staff and expert consultants will be on hand to share information about the potential project, answer your questions and discuss next steps in the process.We look forward to seeing you there. For more information,please contact us at 1-866-487-4600 or visit our Web site: www.opg.com/pickeringb. At each information session, a presentation will be made at 7:00 p.m. Whitby Monday, December 4 Centennial Community Centre Regal Room, upper level 416 Centre Street 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Ajax Tuesday, December 5 McLean Community Centre Banquet Hall 95 Magill Drive 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Scarborough Wednesday, December 6 Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 258 Banquet Hall 45 Lawson Road 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Pickering Thursday, December 7 Ontario Power Generation Cafeteria, main level 889 Brock Road 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. www.opg.com YOU’RE INVITED TO AN OPEN HOUSE durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 Housing issue could cost man his life ‘They don’t get it; I could liter- ally get sick to the point that I could die because of where we are living’’ BRAD SKIFFINGTON AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Brad Skiffington, a double-lung transplant patient, is looking for a suitable place to live in Durham. 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FREE ESTIMATES! CALL THE BEST TODAY! 905-686-6880905-686-6880 LEAKING BASEMENT?LEAKING BASEMENT? durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 Home Sweet Home Special Edition Inspect and correct: Carefully inspect holiday light strings each year and dis- card any with frayed cords, cracked lamp holders or loose connections. Lights unplugged: Unplug light strings before replacing bulbs and check to ensure replacement bulbs match the vol- tage and wattage of the original bulb. One size does not fit all: Ensure that bulb reflectors are the right size for the light string. Out like a light: Always turn off holiday lights when you leave the house unatten- ded or when going to bed. Find the CSA International certifica- tion mark: When purchasing light strings, extension cords and electrical decora- tions, look for the CSA International cer- tification mark, which provides assurance that the products comply with applicable standards for safety and performance. Pack it up: After the holidays, store lights and decorations in the original pac- kaging, as they likely contain manufactu- rer’s instructions on replacement bulbs and details for proper product use. Don’t shine bright at night: Ensure that decorative lights are turned off after business hours Thumbtack and staple free: Never tack or staple lighting strings or extension cords to the wall or cubicle. -by News CanadaComfort and joy - indoor lighting safety tips 795 Westney Rd. S. 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LARGE SELECTION UNFINISHED & PREFINISHED FLOORS Don’t miss it! 3 1/4”3 1/4” BLOW-OUT SALEBLOW-OUT SALE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com Home Sweet Home Special Edition Come the holiday season, time is of the essence. In addition to everyday responsibilities, the winter months are filled with additional obligations, from making the holiday party rounds to shopping for gifts. While some holiday commitments can be time-consuming, bringing the season’s spirit indoors doesn’t need to be a lengthy or complicated process. As host and executive producer of the award- winning “It’s Your Call,” CN8’s Lynn Doyle knows how difficult it can be to meet all the demands of the holiday season while leading a busy life. Doyle oversees the direction and content of the talk show, which she hosts live weeknights from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. on CN8, The Comcast Network. In addition to her on-air responsibilities, Doyle maintains a full calendar of charitable activities and personal appearances that leave little spare time for the holiday season. Still, one of Doyle’s favorite family traditions is celebrating the holidays in style. To help get your home in the spirit, Doyle offers the following 10 suggestions for easy and elegant holiday decorating. 1. Themed trees. “Whether they be large, ceiling-to-floor trees, or small, table-top versions, themed trees are a unique way to showcase your personal interests,” says Doyle. Is your family filled with sports-lovers? Decorate a tree completely with sports related ornaments showcasing your family’s love for your hometown team. Use giveaways, memorabilia and trading cards as decorations. 2. Household items as ornaments. “You’d be surprised what you might be able to use from around the house to create a tree that depicts your tastes or hobbies,” offers Doyle. For example, if you like to bake, a small whisk, cookie cutters, wooden spoons and wine stoppers are instant ornaments. Parents can also laminate small photos of their children from infancy to the present, and hang them with hooks on the tree. When the holidays are over, simply return your items to their natural habitat until next year. 3. Holiday scents. If you don’t have much time to decorate top to bottom, a few well-placed candles with an evergreen or sugar cookie scent can fill the home with the smells of the season. 4. Group decorations. Save time deorating the entire house by grouping collections rather than spreading them through the house. “For example, put four or five snowmen together and voila, a collection is born,” says Doyle. 5. Showcase favorite photos. Display a few favorite photos in inexpensive holiday frames. At the end of the season, put them away until next year. 6. Perfect pillows. Place a few whimsical pillows on the sofa, chair, or bed and instantly brighten up a room with the holiday spirit. 7. Unique accessories. Add holiday- themed toilet paper to your bathrooms and keep guests in a festive mood in every room of the house. 8. Festive flower. Purchase real or silk poinsettias and place on a hearth, in a window or near a door for an instant holiday feeling. “Just use caution,” warns Doyle. “As a mother, I know real poinsettias can be poisonous if consumed by children or pets, so keep them out of reach.” 9. Stock up off-season. Avoid busy holiday lines and parking lots by taking advantage of preseason or after- Christmas sales to stock up on holiday decor for next year. 10. Set the mood. Holiday songs always bring a festive mood to the environment, so play your favorite CDs or “Sounds of the Season” on Comcast Digital Cable. 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Original coupon only. with this coupon Double Sided Easel Reg. 49.99 50-3442-0 STORE NOW OPEN SATURDAYS UNTIL 9 PM Jumbo Dragon Castle Reg. 69.99 50-3494-6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 PAGE 21 Pdurhamregion.com Looking ahead to next term in Pickering Mayor sees council continuing work of previous three years By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — With many issues from last term still unfinished, Mayor Dave Ryan said Pickering’s priority for the next four years is to build on what it started during the last three. “(The priority) is to build on the programs we already started, like CAVE (Communities Against Violence Everywhere),” he said. “To continue economic devel- opment in the city, which will require a focus on the redevel- opment of our downtown area.” Mayor Ryan sat down with the News-Advertiser after the Nov. 13 election to look at issues council will be dealing with in the upcom- ing term. An issue that has been ongoing not just during the previous term, but for the past three decades is the state of limbo for the middle and top third of Pickering. The Province, which owns half of the middle third, called Seaton, ap- proved a development plan for the area early this year, but due to legal issues the time frame for the start of any construction remains uncertain. “We need to see an end to that uncertainty. The de- cisions are not ours, but the decisions need to be made and we’ll make the best of whatever those turn out to be,” Mayor Ryan said. He added the City’s basic principle for Seaton re- mains jobs first. We also asked Mayor Ryan the status of the fol- lowing issues. Nuclear Alerting Si- rens: “We have come to an agreement on the four si- rens. They will be installed in the industrial sector,” he said. “As far as the City is con- cerned, it’s four sirens and the Region is free to move forward at their earliest convenience.” The office tower in the parking lot of the Pickering Town Centre: “We have now had a com- mitment from (the own- ers). They’ve made a com- mitment to actively market that concept with us,” he said, adding he would like to see the billboard pro- moting it on the site by the end of the year. The pedestrian bridge over Hwy. 401 connect- ing the Pickering GO Station to Pickering Park- way: “The bridge is contingent on the building. There is no point in the bridge being con- structed from the GO station to an empty parking lot.” An Arts centre for west Durham: The City of Pickering has committed to it both at council and through previ- ous budgets, “it is my ex- pectation we’ll continue to do so. “It’s required to com- plete a community. We’ll have a cultural identity in the city.” The continued financial restraints in Pickering’s budget: While the political dis- cussion on the next bud- get hasn’t started yet, he said the financial situation hasn’t changed a lot. “The dire predictions remain unchanged. We haven’t had any signifi- cant growth in the City of Pickering,” he said. He added there seems to be a consensus among the new council that they have some “breathing room” with the four-year term. He foresees council completing projects from last year and maybe under- taking “new modest capital projects.” Dave Ryan Did we mention it’s addictive?Play SUDOKU online at durhamregion.com CHELSEA MANOR LUXURY BATH TOWELS 20. 6. 3 PACK Full, Quee n or K ing AL L Polar Fleece PANTS and JACKETS OPEN till CHRISTMAS! PRICES valid for 2 weeks ONLY. THE ORIGINAL MAGIC BULLET BLENDER SYSTEM 42. 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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 TEA AND SALE: The Rouge Hills Se- niors hold a Christmas tea and sale at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. MONDAY, DECEMBER 4 SNOOKER/POOL: Seniors can enjoy a morning with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club Mondays and Thurs- days at 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Drive, Ajax. Newcomers should come ear- lier. Fore more information call Van at 905-683-4655. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 DISCUSSION GROUP: The Ajax Tuesday Morning Seniors’ Discus- sion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Ajax Seniors’ Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. A Christmas party will be held. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). TOASTMASTERS: The Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters Club meets Tuesday evenings from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Li- brary, One The Esplanade. Guest are welcome and encouraged to attend any of the meetings. Call Thomas at 905-231-0121 for more information. TOYS FOR TOTS AND TEENS: The Chiropractic Centre for Optimum Health at 1550 Kingston Rd. is gather- ing toys for tots and teens and giv- ing them to the Starlight Starbright Children’s foundation. There will be lots of fun, food and prizes to be won. The grand prize will be a 20” television. Call 905-420-7231 for more information. WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 6 OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT GROUP: The Osteoporosis Support Group holds its annual Christmas luncheon at Imperial Buffet, 163 Harwood Ave., N, Ajax. Fun, food and fellowship begins at 1 p.m. For more information, please call Odette at 905-831-4471. TOPS MEETING: Take Off and Keep Off Pounds Sensibly meets at the lower level of the Peace Lutheran Church, 928 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. It beings with a weigh in at 6 p.m. and the meeting time is 7 p.m. For more information, call 905- 420-3583. WHIST: Seniors at the Ajax Seniors Friendship Club every Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 48 Ex- eter Drive, Ajax. Newcomers should arrive earlier. For more information call Van at 905-683-4655. THURSDAY DECEMBER 7 CELEBRATE RECOVERY: This 12-step program is for people suf- fering from ‘Hurts, Habits and Hang- ups’. It takes place every Thursday, excluding some holidays, from 7-10 p.m. at Hope Community Church, 35 Kings Cres., Ajax. For more informa- tion, please call 905-426-4347. We specialize in authentic Japanese and Korean cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Come and savour our culinary creations, including Tempura, Teriyaki, Sushi and Sashimi, as well as authentic Korean specialties including Bul-go-gi, Kal-Bi and Korean barbeque. Celebrate the upcoming holiday season by booking your next meeting, family gathering or offi ce party in one of our many private rooms, for groups large or small. We offer: Meeting Rooms,Tatami Rooms, Entire Restaurant As a special offer, for those booking a gathering of 14 or more people, Shige is pleased to offer a complimentary lunch for two, to enable you to sample our many delectable dishes, so you can decide on a menu for your event. 1780 Liverpool Rd. Pickering (NW corner of Liverpool & 401) reservations & take-out:905.831.0335 LIVE JAPANESE MUSICAL PERFORMANCE by TEN TEN Sat., Dec. 9th & 16th 6:00 pm & 7:30 pm Please call Alzheimer Society of Durham Region at (905) 576-2567 for more information Alzheimer Society of Durham Region gratefully acknowledges fi nancial support from New Horizons for Seniors, Social Development Canada proudly presents UNFORGETTABLE ART EXPRESSIONS: An exhibition of artwork by persons with Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementia From June through October 2006, fi ve art therapy workshops were held throughout Durham Region for persons with Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD), as part of Alzheimer Society of Durham Region’s Unforgettable Art Expressions project. The artists are persons living with dementia in various stages, who have agreed to share their art with their community. 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VILLAGE OF ABBEY LANE (PORT UNION & 401) 416-283-1882 SECOND TIME AROUND THRIFT STORE DECEMBER 2 & 3 2 DAY SALE! WE HAVE NEW MATTRESSES A LL MODELS & SIZES A LL CLOTHING A ND COATS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY 5 % OFF WE’VE GOT YOUR SIZE Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING COMFORT FROM ITALY THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com Billboard DECEMBER 1, 2006 Sudoku It’s fun It’s challenging It’s addictive!durhamregion.comNOW ONLINE 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 Check it out at ‘I was sleeping in a lot, missing school on a regular basis’ By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — From almost flunking out, to being able to almost graduate early, Anthony Francis saved his future thanks to a course credit recovery program. A Grade 12 student at Pickering’s St. Mary’s Cath- olic Secondary School, An- thony made a recent pre- sentation to the Durham Catholic District School Board on how the program benefited him. Anthony has also given his speech at a student success leaders’ symposium and a council of directors’ symposium, which included boards from across the province. “I would just like you to know that you are an in- spiration,” said Whitby Trustee Mary Ann Martin, chairwoman of the Durham Catholic District School Board. During his presen- tation, Anthony said there were a number of factors that contributed to his dis- engagement at school. “I was sleeping in a lot, missing school on a regu- lar basis and I was late for school when I actually came,” he said. Anthony said he lost in- terest in school, was sus- pended for more than a month, missed one course completely and was really behind in others. He felt under pressure at school and home and his family relationships be- came difficult - especially with his father. Anthony felt really angry. Then a number of things occurred that helped him realize he was risking his future. His sister applied to university and was short some of the required cours- es, and his lack of credits impacted which programs he was able to take. He failed some courses and realized he needed to catch up on his credits or he wouldn’t be able to gradu- ate. A teacher approached him about taking a course credit recovery program, explained what it involved and helped him fill out the necessary forms. “It made me feel like someone was watching over me and cared,” said Antho- ny. He added the teacher encouraged him and helped him get organized. The re- covery program also had a more independent pace and he was able to finish three courses in the time it would have taken to do one. His academic success made him want to come to school and his attendance improved, as well as his relationships with other teachers. “The relationships helped me realize my potential to do well in school,” he said. Anthony said he’s not sure he would still be in school if the teacher hadn’t intervened. “Now I am able to be more focused on my work and do the job I have to do,” he said Trustee Martin said it’s wonderful the teacher was able to guide him and that he saw the light at the end of the tunnel. DURHAM REGION Going south?Going south?Going south? www.region.durham.on.ca Take Care... Take Care... Take Care... Take Care... Take CoverTakeCover Save the skin you’re in! Save the skin you’re in! Save the skin you’re in! Save the skin you’re in! www.region.durham.on.ca Save the skin you’re in! Save the skin you’re in! LOOK FOR Great Stuff! Great Prices!Great Stuff! Great Prices! * delivered to select homes 4 Page Flyer in Today’s Paper! 705 Kingston Rd, Whites Rd. 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According to a report presented to trustees at their Nov. 27 board meeting, some things that contributed to the change in the June 2006 estimates in- clude an increase in student enrolment and corresponding grants, extra capital funding, and the use of other reserves, such as one for enhancing student suc- cess. The Durham Catholic school board has also learned it has more money than it expected. According to an auditors’ report, the Durham Catholic District School Board finished its fiscal year Aug. 31, 2006, with a $68,490 surplus. The board ap- proved transferring the money to its working fund reserve, during its Nov. 27 meeting. The auditors’ report will be posted on the board’s website, www.dcdsb.ca, in conjunction with the advertising of its availability through local newspa- pers. Metroland Durham Region Media Group 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 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 570 WESTNEY RD. 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W. 905-426-6868 RESERVATIONS ENCOURAGED BENTO BOXES • SUSHI PARTY TRAYS • TERIYAKI Voted Best J apanese Restaurant inVoted Best Japanese Restaurant in Durham in 2005 & 2006 Readers’Durham in 2005 & 2006 Readers’ Choice AwardsChoice Awards Order your Sushi Party Tray now for this Holiday Season Book Your Holiday Party 10% off Take Out Orders Advertising Feature durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer PICKERING — ‘Puffers,’ X-rays, metal detectors and hand monitors are nothing new to employees at the Pickering nuclear station. The devices have been in place for years. What’s new is the building where the equipment is housed. On We dnesday, Ontario Power Generation held the opening for a new security building at the sta- tion. A similar building was also opened at the Darlington station on Wednesday. Stan Harvey, the vice- president for nuclear se- curity, said about 5,000 people go into the plant each day and they all have to be screened. The previous security site was in the main building of the plant and was “confined,” Mr. Harvey stated. “There were lineups. If equipment failed, there were significant line- ups.” Also, every vehicle is checked. “Every vehicle is searched the same way people are,” Mr. Harvey said. Everyone entering the plant starts by passing through a puffer, a monitor that shoots out air, which loosens particles on the person and their clothing. If the person has been in contact with any weapon or explosive, the puffer would be able to detect it. Bill Robinson, a senior vice-pres- ident at the Pickering station, said “Our focus at Ontario Power Gen- eration is on safety and that’s not new.” Increasing security is being done for “the protection of our staff and the community, and for the integ- rity of our facilities.” He noted the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission guidelines re- quire increased security. “On site, there’s 24/7 armed security. It’s the way we will do business.” Jacquie McInnes, the manager of public affairs at Pickering, said OPG has it’s own se- curity, as well as armed security provided by the Durham Regional Police. The police have enhanced training to work at the station, she added. Durham Police Chief Vern White said the enhanced security is part of the “post 9/11 world, the reality has been ongoing for years. “This will be, if it not already is, the safest nuclear facility in North America,” he said. “We welcome being here and working toward our common goals.” In an interview, Chief White said the security systems in place are “e xcellent. “They can test for certain resi- dues you can’t get rid of easily,” he said. “It’s important for us to keep the facility safe.” He called the monitors and de- tectors “the front line. This is the edge of security.” Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan praised OPG for its openness and the partnerships it has built in the community. “You could have put up a build- ing with lots of bars, but you didn’t do that. You’re doing this very public announcement. It’s easy to stay under the radar,” Mayor Ryan stated. The new buildings were also recognized by Natural Resources Canada (NRC) for their energy effi- cient design and high environmen- tal standards. NRC’s Pierre Guevremont said the new buildings are “25 to 28- per cent more energy efficient than required by building codes. Due to that, OPG also received $158,486 from NRC for the energy-efficient designs. OPG building on nuclear safety record AJ Groen / News Advertiser photo Ontario Power Generation opened its new main security building Tuesday. On hand were the design team, they are from the left, project leader Nibras Yacoub, architect Roman Kucharczyk and structural engineer Michael Mak. They work for Giffels and Associates Ltd. For more on this story THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 PAGE 29 A/Pdurhamregion.com ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com International flavour to Singers’ show By Christy Chase Staff Editor DURHAM — Each week, sing- ers from Oshawa, Whitby, Clar- ington, Ajax, Pickering, Uxbridge, Scugog and from even further afield -- Peterborough, Port Hope and Scarborough -- descend on Whitby for weekly rehearsals of the County Town Singers. This month, they’ll be taking audiences on an international tour with their Christmas show, Gifts for the World, on Dec. 8 and 9 at 8 p.m. at the Salvation Army Te mple, Thornton and Rossland roads, Oshawa. Musical director Barbara Ouel- lette said the 65-member choir will be singing Christmas music from around the world, including the Philippines, Spain, England, France, the Ukraine and Africa. Some of the carols will be sung in their original languages, she added. There will also be plenty of se- lections that everyone will recog- nize, she said. A special guest will be harpist Kristen Moss Theriault, a Whitby resident who moved here a cou- ple of years ago after finishing her studies in Toronto. For the concert, she will be playing with the choir on several selections, including a Ukrainian carol, some traditional music and a Celtic arrangement. She’ll also be performing solo. Moss Theriault said Christmas and the harp are closely connect- ed. “They do go together,” she said. “That and weddings.” The angelic sound of the harp “resonates with people,” bringing a positive response, she said. She started studying the harp as a child. “I was very young, I think it was even before I knew what a harp was. My mom says I was four and I sat on Santa’s knee and I said I wanted a harp for Christmas,” said the native of Portland, Or- egon. A child of musicians, she said it wasn’t a case of if she was going to play an instrument but which one. “I guess I just picked the big- gest instrument,” she said. “I just fell in love with it. They say it’s one of the more difficult instru- ments but I would say it depends on where you’re coming from.” Harpists don’t have to worry about controlling their breathing or using their mouths to make sounds but they do have to use their feet for the pedals and pluck “little, tiny strings,” she said. Moss Theriault got her bach- elor’s music degree in the States and her master’s in Toronto, where she came to studying with internationally-renowned Judy Loman. It helped that she’d met a Canadian man on an Alaskan cruise she worked on between degrees, she said. They married and eventually moved to Dur- ham. She’s spent a lot of time travel- ling since there’s a big demand for harpists and not many of them around. She’s played in Germa- ny, Puerto Rico, and throughout Canada and the United States. She’s played with Oshawa Osha- wa-Durham Symphony, Toronto Symphony, Durham Philharmon- ic Choir and more. She teaches harp in Durham and is adjunct instructor of harp with the State University of New York at Buf- falo. Moss Theriault, who said she’s delighted with the musical scene in Durham, is looking forward to her appearance with the County To wn Singers. She sang in a choir when younger and enjoyed sing- ing second alto with CTS at a rehearsal, she said. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and are available by calling Janice at 905-728-3386 or by e-mail at janau2000@rogers. com or Joanne at 905-427-0201. Ouellette said CTS is also look- ing for more singers of all ages, especially young people, as it pre- pares for its trip to Italy in 2008. Auditions are being held Jan. 3, 10 and 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Whitby Seniors’ Activity Centre on Brock Street, Whitby. The choir tours every five years and voted to go to Italy in two years. There’s still a decision to be made about also going to either Greece or travel along the Riv- iera from Spain to Italy, Ouellette said. “I’m customizing and organiz- ing the tour,” she said. She’ll arrange for CTS to sing with other choirs in Italy and also perform on its own in various locations. She added the trip is 50 per cent singing and 50 per cent being tourists for the choir. “We do a lot of impromptu concerts,” she said, adding the choir will often sing when it finds a place with great acoustics, in churches (with permission) or when people ask them to. “We have a great time with it. There’s a very strong sense of ca- maraderie, almost like an extend- ed family.” In the past, CTS has travelled to Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Po- land, England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland, Germany, Vancou- ver and Florida. “It’s quite an interesting cul- tural exchange,” she said, add- ing some choir members stay in touch with singers they’ve met on their travels. Ouellette studied music at McGill and Acadia universities. She’s been musical director of the group for more than 10 years and also is a church organist and music teacher. She’s directed musical theatre with the Scugog Choral Society and won a provin- cial THEA Award for her efforts. The choir is accompanied by Natalia Kolacz, who studied music in the Ukraine. She teaches music and also plays and sings with a local band. The assistant musical director is Michael Watts while the assistant accompanist is Janet MacDonald. CTS meets Wednesdays nights. Yo u can find out more at www. countytownsingers.com. AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Harpist Kristen Moss Theriault, left, music director Barbara Ouellette and pia- nist Natalia Kolacz want you to know about the County Town SIngers’ Christ- mas concert, ‘Gifts for the World’, at the Salvation Army Temple in Oshawa on Dec. 8 and 9 beginning at 8 p.m. each night. O’Leary photo exhibit opens AJAX — A local photographer asks the viewer to reflect on how technology defines our lives. Art teacher Jennifer O’Leary has created a unique narrative focusing on two men and their use of technol- ogy to alter body composition. The first shapes his body into an “ideal male” form, while the second counts on dialysis technology in order to live. ‘Body and Technology’ will be on display from Dec. 2 to 28 in the Ajax Public Library Main Branch’s Rotary Room. The exhibit is available for public viewing during regular library hours, when the Rotary Room is not in use. Ajax seen through local artist’s eyes AJAX — Ajax artist Sharon Steinhaus presents a solo art exhibi- tion at Body and Mind Wellness Clinic. The show, ‘An Artist’s View of Ajax’, features original paintings of Ajax lo- cations and buildings, as well as small framed prints and gift-boxed note cards. Originally from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Ms. Steinhaus works in pencil, acrylic, oil, watercolour and pastel out of her home studio in Ajax. The show opens Dec. 2 and art- work will be on display until January 2007. View the collection from Mon- day to Thursday, from 7:30 a.m. until 1 p.m, and from 3 to 7:30 p.m., on Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. until noon.Body and Mind Wellness Clinic is located at 100 West- ney Rd. S., at the Ajax Go Station. For more information on Ms. Steinhaus and her collection, log onto www.steinhausstudio.com. Musicians wanted for Winterfest music nights PICKERING — The City of Pickering is looking for some enter- tainers to make a joyful noise. Pickering’s Winterfest 2006 cel- ebrations are made up of a number of free community events that start with the Santa Claus Parade and end on New Years’ Eve with a free skate and swim. A part of the fun is the Make a Joyful Noise Music Nights, and the City is inviting local choirs and musicians to participate. This year’s music nights are Dec. 12 and Dec. 14, at 7 p.m. inside the City Hall Council Chambers. If you are interested in taking par t, contact Jody Morris, with the division of culture and recreation, at 905-420-4620, ext. 2064, or see the City website at cityofpickering.com/ greatevents to apply. Entertainment in Brief DECEMBER 1, 2006 DURHAM — Christmas is just around the corner, and if you’re shopping for someone who loves purses and accessories, the Heart ‘n’ Soul Musical Theatre Produc- tion group has got an event for you. Ajax-based Heart ‘N’ Soul is having a Christmas Fundraiser purse party on Thursday, Dec. 14 from 7 to 10 p.m. at 309 Del- aney Dr. in Ajax. Replica designer handbags, wallets, watches, spa products and jewelry will be on sale. Name brand purses include Coach, Clone, DKNY, Chanel, Fendi, Guess, Louis Vuitton, Prada and Gucci. Visa, M/C, AMEX, debit, cheque and cash are all accept- ed. Heart ‘N’ Soul donates 50 per cent of the proceeds of its events to charity. R.S.V.P. before December 7. For more information call Joani at 905-686-8351. Heart ‘N’ Soul Theatre is having a purse party durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006 Sports briefs DECEMBER 1, 2006 [ Gymnastics ] Pickering athletes at provincial tumbling qualifier PICKERING — Pickering Ath- letic Centre tumblers fared well at the first provincial qualifier in North Bay last weekend. Evan Spencer competed in the men’s level 2, placing sixth out of eight athletes. Meanwhile, Brianna DaCosta tumbled her way to 14th place out of 18 competitors. Both athletes competed for the first time at the provincial level. The Pickering Athletic Centre ath- letes compete at three qualifiers, at- tempting to achieve a qualifying score to attend provincial championships. Athletes in this program may also attend some invitational and training camps. In other Pickering Athletic Centre news, the club will host the first of two Ontario gymnastics qualifiers this weekend. The qualifier goes Saturday until 7:45 p.m. and Sunday until 6:45 at the club’s facility at 1095 Kingston Rd. [ Curling ] More cash for Howard, Hart PICKERING — It wasn’t a win, but the Glenn Howard rink still struck pay dirt at the 2006 Pharma Choice Curling Classic in Yorkton, Saskatch- ewan last weekend. The Howard rink, which includes Pickering Olympian Richard Hart third, Brent Laing playing second and Craig Savill leading, won its way to the final draw of eight qualifiers. The How- ard rink, however, lost in the semifinal to Randy Ferby. The Howard rink pocketed $6,500 of the $54,000 purse up for grabs. Next weekend, the Howard team heads to Waterloo for the Masters of Curling from Nov. 29 to Dec. 3 at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Centre. Eighteen top teams will vie for a slice of the $100,000 purse. [ Hockey ] Junior action DURHAM — The Pickering Panthers host the Markham Waxers at the Pickering Recreation Complex tonight (Friday) at 7:30 p.m. Also tonight, the Ajax Attack is in Orangeville to play the Crushers at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Attack host the North York Rangers at the Ajax Com- munity Centre at 3 p.m. The Panthers are in Stouffville for a game against the Spirit at 7:30 p.m. SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club hosts its annual Home Club Competition at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Saturday. Ajax teen ready for Florida camp Being cut from Provincial soccer team helped Roberts refocus By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — Being cut from the On- tario under-14 soccer team was all the impetus Dominic Roberts need- ed to turn around his fortunes. Undaunted by the setback, the 15-year-old Ajax resident was even- tually brought back on to the pro- vincial team due to his hard work. That diligence set the stage for his recent tryout with the Canadian na- tional under-15 program. Last week- end, Roberts and 19 other hopefuls jetted to a training camp in Braden- ton, Florida, where the Canadians, under head coach Sean Fleming, will play two friendlies against the IMG Soccer Academy and the U.S. under-15 national team this week. Roberts admits the shock of being released from the provincial squad played a large role in earning his current shot at making the national roster. “Yeah, I worked hard to get back on that team,” allows Roberts, who’ll line up at the left back position for the Florida friendlies. The Canadian under-15s, which includes 10 players from Ontario, saw first action Thursday, Nov. 30 against the IMG Academy team and will play their final contest Friday, Dec. 1 against the Americans. The team returns to Canada Dec. 3. Although it’s the first interna- tional games of his young soccer career, Roberts knows exactly what to expect from the U.S. games. “They’ll be rough, hard, competi- tive. They’ll be big and fast and we’ll be playing in their weather in their home,” says Roberts. “My brother, Dane, played against Scotland and he told me it’s rough and faster paced and you have to be ready to play physically and to work hard.” Dane Roberts, 17, who’s currently part of the National Training Cen- tre of Ontario, the feeder system for the national program, notes his younger brother is definitely ready for the challenge of playing interna- tionally. “Seeing him when he was re- leased (from the provincial team) and where he is now, I think he’s ready to go on to the national pro- gram,” he says. Roberts admits having his older brother, who’s also played in the national stream, to challenge him has helped him become a better player. He played against Dane this summer when his provincial team played against the NTCO team in a friendly. “I’ve always wanted to be bet- ter than my brother,” says Roberts with a smile. “We played a couple of games with and against each other. I was called up to the NTCO to play some games with him. I’ve also played exhibition games (with the provincial team) against the NTCO.” Roberts got the call to join the national under-15 team’s training camp in Florida after being scouted at a provincial under-14 intersquad game at the Ontario Soccer Associa- tion centre in Vaughan by Fleming. “He (Fleming) watched a few of us play at the Vaughan OSA Centre while with the provincial team. I waited about one-and-a-half weeks before I got an e-mail to play on the team,” recalls Roberts. Roberts is hopeful that, based on his play in Florida, he’ll be offered a spot on the national team for the 2007 season. That could mean a trip to the Caribbean Cup in Trinidad with the Canadian team. “I just want to play my game, play my best, work hard and give 100 per cent,” he says. He plans to continue playing on the Ajax Soccer Club’s under-16 On- tario Youth Soccer League squad in 2007. Last summer, the team fin- ished in the middle of the pack of the 10-team division in the OYSL, the top youth soccer league in the province. “I plan to continue playing club and provincial soccer and hopefully with the Canadian team again.” In addition, Roberts plans to be back competing on the pitch with the Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars senior boys’ soccer team, for which Dane was the team captain last season. He led the team in scoring last season. Jason Liebregts/News Advertiser photo Dominic Roberts is currently in Florida with the Canadian under-15 soccer team for a training camp at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla. The Canadi- ans play two friendlies, including one against the U.S. national under-15s. Captures ‘B’ side at the regional curling playdowns By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Annandale will be represented at the Ontario Junior Curling Championships in the new year. The Tim March rink captured the ‘B’ side of the draw at the OCA Pepsi Junior Regional playdowns at St. George’s Golf and Curling Club last weekend. Thus, the team will ad- vance to the Ontario finals in Brock- ville from Jan. 3 to 7. Joining March were Matt Pyne, Patrick Janssen, and Tyler Ander- son, with coaches Paul Bourque and Alex Bianchi. In the women’s draw, Les- ley Pyne, with the team of Stacey Hogan, Leahanne Legrow, and Jackie Clarke, with coach Jennifer McGhee, were sidelined in the ‘B’ side final. Another Annandale entry, the team of skip Chantal Lalonde, com- pleted with Tracy O’Leary, Renee Lalonde, Jennifer Smith and coach Blair Metrakos, ended play at the regionals with a 1–2 record. ••• An Annandale senior men’s rink was successful at The Investors Group Senior men’s zone playdown at the Unionville Curling Club last weekend. The Gord Norton rink, with Mike Trudeau, Rob Thompson, and Ron Alexander, won the ‘A’ side and now advance to the regionals at the East Yo rk Curling Club this weekend, Dec. 2 and 3. In their run to the ‘A’-side title, the Norton rink had to beat the other Annandale entry of Carl Vickers with John Thain, David Wake, and George Gay in the ‘A’ side semifinal. ••• An Annandale women’s rink fared well at the TCA Ladies’ Ener- gizer Bonspiel last weekend. Skip Sandra Thain, along with Barb Luffman, Joan O’Leary and Bonnie Klepadlo, lost the main event semifinal, but went on to win the consolation event. This qualifies the team for an entry to the Melitta Sunshine Bonspiel from March 31 and April 1, and also won a pick at the prize table. Other Annandale teams at the bonspiel were skipped by Lorraine Scanlon and Rhonda Welch. Annandale junior men’s rink ‘March’es off to Provincials Late Lightning goal sinks Dolphins in final DURHAM — The Dur- ham West Lightning pee- wee ‘BB’ rep girls’ hockey team skated past the Eto- bicoke Dolphins to earn gold in Chatham recently. The Lightning fell be- hind 2-0 after the first period, but managed to scramble back to post a 3- 2 victory to give them the gold medal at the Chatham Girls’ Hockey Association tournament. Kenzia Wong’s goal, as- sisted by Samantha Walker and Stacey Hios, midway through the second period put the Lightning back in contention. Pressing hard early in the third period, Rosalyn Smith scored, assisted by Krista Harris and Taylor Schlag, to tie the final at 2-2. With only 1:07 remain- ing in the game, Harris scored an unassisted goal for Durham West for the victory. Goaltender Julia Vit was named as the Lightning’s most valuable player of the final. The Lightning opened the tournament with a 1-0 win over the Orangeville Tigers. Cassandra Gates scored the game winner early in the first period, assisted by Harris. In Game 2, the Lightning played to a 1-1 draw with the Etobicoke Dolphins. Etobicoke opened the scor- ing early in the first period, but Durham West fought back to tie the game with a second-period marker by Walker, assisted by Schlag. The Durham West pee- wees faced the host Cha- tham Outlaws in Game 3, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw. Jade Bakun staked the Lightning to a one-goal lead in the first period. Alysha Audet and Cassandra Clayton as- sisted. Chatham answered with a goal later in the first period. S uperb goaltending by Jackie Rochefort and Vit, and valiant efforts by Kristen Farrer, Christina Provenzano and Amanda Russo helped to produce a golden tournament expe- rience. Samantha Rogers was absent from the tourna- ment, due to injury. Te am staff is Paul Harris (head coach), Glenn Smith (assistant coach), Mark Clayton (assistant coach), David Audet (assistant coach), Chris Wong (man- ager) and trainers Cindy Fa rrer and Leslie Walker. Multiple Sclerosis A workshop for people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and family members or friends who want to know more about MS. 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PICKERING MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Results from Nov. 20 GAME ONE Red Knights Corner 47 vs. Accent Building Sciences 41 TOP SCORERS Red Knights: Elman McLean, Gord Brown 13, Jim Wil- liamson 6. Accent Building Sciences: Don Leahy 12, Barry Wood 12, Alonzo Starling 7, Hayden Leacock 6. GAME TWO Verifeye 53 vs. Ell-Rod Holdings 47 TOP SCORERS Verifeye: Conrad Davis 24, Sherwin James 12, Karl Hutchin- son 8. Ell-Rod Holdings: Roger Young 13, David Voth 11, Luke Luk- konen 10, Steve Leahy 7. GAME THREE Knights Corner Pub & Grill 44 vs. Best Buy Insurance 40 TOP SCORERS Knights: Greg Rowe 19, John Girmonte 11. Best Buy Insurance: Glenn Hill 14, Mike Horn 12, Collin Exeter 6. GAME FOUR West Hill Men’s Slo-Pitch 60 vs. Lakar Carpentry 46 TOP SCORERS West Hill Men’s Slo-Pitch: Chedwick Creightney 18, Reuben Newman 14, Rod Fraser 8, Jude Calliste 8. Lakar Carpentry: Brian Marsellas 20, Jim Bowen 10, Tony Oliver 7, Tom Recalis 6. GAME FIVE Gallantry’s Eatery 60 vs. Ellis Packaging 45 TOP SCORERS Gallantry’s: George Iordanov 30, Jose Rivas 16, Leslie Weeks 8. Elis Packaging: Bill Linton 13, Frank Tuitt 12, Dave Bayliss 7, Ian Grant 5. Scoreboard DECEMBER 1, 2006 durhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at the NEWS ADVERTISER Interactive Advertising Specialist Local internet advertising sales are showing exponential growth! The Metroland Durham Region Media Group seeks a local Advertis- ing Specialist to join their progressive sales team. Strong team environment. Aggressive salary, commission package and bonuses available! The successful candidate is competitive, Internet savvy and an aggressive closer. Experience with inside sales required. Ability to make outside calls with own vehicle a must. Knowledge of business organizations in west Durham Region an asset. Applicants must submit their resume electronically (in Word or PDF format) to: Todd Blayone, Business Development Manager, Interactive Media (tblayone@durhamregion.com) We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CREDIT/COLLECTIONS Well-established collection agency in Scarbo- rough looking for aggressive, committed, dedi- cated individuals to fill Junior and Senior posi- tions. Base salary plus a very competitive bonus for those who qualify. Training provided for those without experience. 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ALSO HIRING: STUDENTS to work with crew managers Earn $200-$400 per week Po sitions are available throughout Durham Region. Flex hours.You set your own schedule. Ideal for home makers, college students, or just a great way to supplement your income. Reliable transportation required. For info call: Dean Bowler 905-261-0145 FLEET DISPATCHER/ OPERATIONS MANAGER Whitby Location Driver/Truck Dispatch - Local/Long Distance/Van-Flat/ US-Canada MTO Operations and Safety Compliances Maintenance - Records up to date Scheduling (onsite or others) Annual Safety Drivers - Medical U.S. Licensing/Abstracts up to date CVOR Rating Log Books - hours of service All Licensing for U.S. and Canada Call (905)665-5100 or fax resume to (905)430-6835 FRIENDLY PEOPLE Needed to schedule appointments for our busy office. No selling. Must have a pleasant voice and be willing to learn. Hours are from: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. We start our people at 8.00$/hr. but can earn up to 15$/hr. with bonuses and other incentives. Call between 9a.m. and 5 p.m Monday to Friday (905) 420-0005 WAREHOUSE PERMANENT PART TIME $8.50 PER HR. 3 days per week or on call. Duties include: pick 'n' pack, price stickering, sorting of returns. Some physical lifting in a quick paced job environment. Ideal for semi-retired person or homemaker, could lead to full time. Please fax resume to:(905) 428-7554 We need YOUR help !! The Kidney Foundation of Canada Requires reliable, capable people in all parts of Durham Region to recruit volunteer canvassers For our March 2007 Campaign Home based/hourly rate For area specific details call now: Pickering/Ajax - Tabinda 905- 831-8502 Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper - Full or Part Time SourcePoint Business Group (Pickering) Accounting firm requires an individual who enjoys challenges and working to deadlines. Position responsibilities include primarily bookkeeping for multiple monthly clients processed in our office as well as preparing GST/PST and payroll remittances. Excellent accounting, computer and communi- cation skills essential. Please reply with your salary expectations to: Fax (905)509-3528, email plula@sourcepointbiz.com PAYROLL/ACCOUNTING POSITION Pe rmanent Full-time position Starting January 2007 Responsible for weekly payroll and related remittances, application of all relevant government legislation, employee benefits and pension plan. Responsible for producing month end and year end corporate financial statements, journal entries, account analysis, bank and G.S.T. reconciliations. Must be experienced and have strong PC skills including Excel Fax resume with salary expectations To: 905-683-1360 Rockbrune Bros. Ltd. 725 Finley Avenue Ajax, ON The Village of Taunton Mills invites you to join our team! Immediate openings: ✓Registered Nurses Part-Time and Casual All 3 Shifts ✓Registered Practical Nurses Casual All 3 Shifts Please forward resume to: Cristina Locatelli, DNC The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St North Whitby, Ontario L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 Email clocatelli@oakwoodretirement.com CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR RN with current CNO Certification, preferred. In- dependent/team member. Preferred knowledge of (ICH/GCP) guidelines. Organizational and time management skills. Computer skills. Good clini- cal judgement. Recent intravenous and veni- puncture skills.Fax CV and cover letter to 905- 683-7071 or E-mail: pats@adamedical.com DURHAM COLLEGE fast track training programs, train with the number one ranked college in the GTA. Durham College offers courses in Project Management, Microsoft Office, Warehouse Operations & AZ, DZ Truck Driver Tr aining. Funding options for these programs available from Service Canada, Ontario Disability, WSIB and OSAP for individuals that qualify. For more information call Ellen Nolan at 905-721-3334. THERE IS A CRITICAL SHORT- AGE OF MEDICAL TRANSCRIP- TIONISTS Start your on-line ca- reer training today! At-home and on-site employment opportunities. Contact us today for a FREE in- formation package! 1-800-466- 1535 or www.canscribe.com ADAMSON SYSTEMS ENGI- NEERING is expanding our tech- nical team, we are searching for an energetic person to support system design, overall technical support and quality assurance. The individual will also contribute to the co-ordination of demonstra- tion equipment and contribute to repairs and maintenance of sys- tems. All candidates must have a background in audio. Considera- tion will be given to those appli- cants who are familiar with any of the following audio measure- ments systems. SMAART, FLIO, MLSSA, WIN MLS, etc... Please send all resumes to Jesse at adamsonproaudio.com PRIMERICA,a growing financial services company, offering full and part time opportunities. High income potential, training provid- ed, experience not required. Call Peter 905-436-8499 ext 103 or 905-626-1094. PROGRESSIVE ONTARIO Insurance Service Provider is currently recruiting for Phone Representatives in Pickering. Successful candidates will be responsible for day-to-day phone communications to Physi- cians/Medical facilities across Canada. Requires excellent phone/communication skills. Medical terminology/medical office experience/bilingual preferable, not mandatory. Call centre experience would be beneficial. Computer literacy and working knowledge of applicable systems mandatory. Email resume to: careers@ watermarkinsurance.com or mail resume to: Watermark Insurance Services Inc, 1020 Brock Road South, Suite 2005, Pickering, On- tario L1W 3H2. Safe & Sound Mfg. Inc. in Bowmanville, are looking for EXPERIENCED GARMENT SEWERS Who have industrial equipment to work from home. Please call (905)697-9734 and ask for Cheryl or fax resume to (905) 697-0189 AZ DRIVER REQUIRED IMME- DIATELY Dedicated van runs to U.S.Flat-bed experience/Fast Card an asset. CVOR driver ab- stract. Safety minded w/ability for accurate logs. Benefit pkg. Call (905)665-5100 or fax resume to (905)430-6835 BONNET TRAILER LEASING Is currently seeking qualified FULL- TIME- DRIVERS for our Whitby Te rminal. 3 yrs Class "AZ" expe- rience a must. We specialize in short haul cartage within Ontario and can offer flexible shifts. Please fax resumes to: 1-905- 372-1691. Or mail to the Atten- tion of Human Resources Depart- ment: P.O. Box 555, Cobourg, Ontario K9A 4L3. 29 PEOPLE to lose 10 - 30 pounds in the next 30 days. Po- tential income. (905) 240-3353. 1leanmachine.com ADULT CARRIER FOR Wednes- days, Fridays and Saturdays. Must have reliable vehicle. For delivery to businesses in South Ajax. Call Sarah 905-683-5117, ext. 236. AVON Great time to join AVON NOW and start your own business. Christmas is coming and AV ON can help pay those bills. Free gifts upon joining! Pat-905-903-2129 905-683-6032 CAR DEALERSHIP.AC- COUNTS PAYABLE POSITION. Var iety of accounting duties. Re- ynolds experience preferred. Switch board relief. Fax resumes only: 416-282-0330 CARWASH CENTRAL hiring Self-Serve Carwash Manager/At- tendant for Oshawa location to cover maternity leave starting in January. Also PERMANENT MANAGER/ATTENDANT posi- tion for Whitby location to start immediately. $10.00-$12.00/per hour. Duties include assisting customers, yard work & cleaning. Wednesday-Sunday. Some flexibility. Fax resume to (905)985-1163 or email to carwashcentral@sympatico.ca CLEANERS:Experienced light and heavy duty Cleaners re- quired. Days and Evenings. Call Bill @1-800-786-7559 after 5p.m. Leave Message. CRUISE THE WORLD & Get Paid $500-$3000+/Week, Free Airfare, Room/Board. Jobs Guaranteed. 613-764-6209, 613- 834-4456 www.cooljobsinparad- ise.com DO YOU HAVE 10 hours per week that you would like to make productive? Work from home earning $3000+ per month. www.miniofficeoutlets.com/deb DRIVERS WANTED Earn CASH DAILY! Full and part time shifts. We will train you. Call the office at 905-440-2011 or Roy at 905- 439-1111. Blue Line Taxi is now hiring in Oshawa & Ajax. EARN EXTRA MONEY for Christmas. Inserters needed im- mediately. Information session Monday, December 4, 2006 at 9:30am at 160 Dowty Rd. #2, Ajax. FREE RENT.Superintendent, handyperson, couple preferred. Experienced, 2 low rise apt bldgs. New laundrymat. Free rent & salary, Whitby. Please call 1-800- 693-2778 or fax resume to 905- 666-9022 references req'd. Only those chosen for interview will be contacted. Full/Part time Local company has 39 Immediate openings in customer sales/service scholarships for students, conditions apply. $14.75 base/appt Flexible schedules 905-426-7726 www.earnparttime.com High School Students Local company has 39 Immediate openings in customer sales/service Tr aining avail., cond. apply $14.75 base/appt Flexible schedules 905-426-7726 www.workforstudents.com HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.Jobs-WorkAtHome.com, Reference 2-107 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thickson) on Monday to Thurs- day from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m LOOKING TO BE YOUR own boss? Learn how to operate a mini-office outlet from home. Free simple training, flexible hours, great income! www.miniofficeoutlets.com/stacey MECHANIC FOREMAN required for East End Truck Dealer to take charge of Service department. Salary + Bonus. Fax resume to 905-839-3579 OPENING DEC. 1ST.Sgt. Pep- pers Pub & Grill, Whitby. (Taun- ton & Brock St). Now hiring Bar- tenders & Waitstaff for all shifts. Please fax resume to: 905-619- 2149 ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full time. We train you!!! Call 905 435-0518 PA RT TIME HOSTESS, new home sales office, Taunton/Thick- son area, Whitby. Must be outgo- ing, mature, dependable, with a flexible schedule. $10/hr. Please call (905)430-8890. PICKERING PUBLISHER seeks exp inside advertising sales rep for growing business. Base plus commission. Resume to: rwh@rogers.com SETTLEMENT HOUSE SHOPS requires an experienced cashier to join our energetic team. Apply in writing, fax, or email to Terry Wilson, c/o Settlement House Shops, 183 Queen St., Port Perry, ON, L9L 1B8, 905-985- 4082, info@settlementhouse.com SHINGLER & LABOURER re- quired, experienced, reroofing 905-985-4517. SHIPPER/RECEIVER,entry lev- el, for Pickering distribution com- pany. Brock Rd./Bayly. Part time, may lead to full time. Fax re- sumes to 1-800-363-9040. SNOW PLOW brokers needed for Durham Region area. Call Russ (905)438-8741. SNOW PLOW DRIVER required. Experience preferred. Insurable age. Seasonal guarantee. Con- tact Centennial Property Mainte- nance at 905-837-2578. for fax resume to 905-837-5743 SNOW SHOVELLERS required. Call 905-985-4979 or fax 905- 985-6221. SPARETIME work, full-time in- come. Use our catalog for orders. Distributorship opening up in this area. Call 905-725-5698 Free info No obligation. START IMMEDIATELY.Must fill 25 positions. $25/hr. Piece work guaranteed by contract. Fun job, great pay. No experience re- quired. Call now 905-435-1052. 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. WE TRAIN FOR CAREER IN FINANCIAL SERVICES •Full time or part time. •High income potential. •Excellent training. •Set your own hours For more information call Don Zynomirski at (905)509-4973 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. ESTHETCIAN NEEDED imme- diately. Requires own equipment. Unlimited earning potential. Call for appt. or apply in person, Jingles, 281 Port Union Rd. Scarborough. 416-281-2504, ask for Rozario. HIRING HAIRTSYLISTS and BARBER for new sports theme barber shop in Whitby. Experience necessary. Call Liz at Hockey Cuts (289)314-9110 CLASS "A" DIESEL MECHAN- ICS, mechanic helpers and weld- er/fabricator required for new shop in Ajax. Call Clint or Scott (905)427-8064 or fax resume to 905-427-2486 CUSTOM MILLWORK Company in Durham Region requires full time qualified cabinet makers. Please fax resume to 905-428- 1463. CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer. Must have experience and own tools. Clean drivers licence. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 FITTERS AND WELDERS, Re- quired by well established plate fabricator in Ajax. Top Wages and Benefits. Fax resume to 905-428-6933. INDUSTRIAL PAINTER required for working on a modern automat- ed paint line spraying bake ena- mels and water borne paints. Wage $15-$18 per hour. Email: steve@adamsonproaudio.com or by fax Attn Steve: 905-982-0609 LICENSED HVAC Te chnician, with Gas Fitter II. For Service work in Oshawa and surrounding area. Top wages and benefits. Fax resume to 905-434-4426. LICENSED MECHANIC or 3 to 5th year apprentice and used car salesperson required immediately for a busy 10 bay shop in Ajax. (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002. LICENSED TRUCK MECHANIC, needed. As well as Shop Helper with valid driver's license for parts pick up, shop clean up, etc. Ap- ply to: Quality Truck Repair, 840 Colonel Sam Dr., Oshawa, or call (905)721-2788 SHINGLERS, FRAMERS & LA- BOURERS needed. Must have experie ce. Call Darryl (905)392- 0313 MECHANIC/4th or 5th year ap- prentice required. Licensed for trailer. Welding experience a must. Valid drivers license. Gen- erous wages and benefits. Call Bryce 416-297-1712 or 905-728- 2346 MOBILE GARAGE EQUIPMENT Technician Trainee. Working out of Port Perry. Must have a me- chanical background and valid drivers license. Great future for the right person. Fax resume: 905-428-3957. EXPEREINCED assistant re- quired for busy financial services office. Please send resume to jands@on.aibn.com BOOKKEEPER/RECEPTION re- quired part time (2-3 days/wk) for Ajax office. Able to work inde- pendently in a variety of duties. Simply Accounting exp to trial balance a must. Fax resume to 905-427-4993 or email pmdinc@bellnet.ca EXP. FAMILY LAW Legal Sec. f/t, for busy Whitby practice to start January, 2007 w/strong key- board and computer skills. Knowl- edge of Divorcemate, Word, P.C. Law and Family Law Rules. Sala- ry commensurate with exp. Fax resume to (905) 668-8475. LEGAL SECRETARY position available, in busy 1 lawyer office. Primary family law/litigation, some criminal. Experience re- quired. Please fax resume with salary expectations to 905-668- 7936. E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 1, 2006 www.durhamregion.com Continued on page 34 VIEW ON-LINE AT....VIEW ON-LINE AT.... HARRY HAYES*** & GUENTER ASSMUS* 905-428-8274 Luxury abounds in this 5 bedroom home overlooking the 8th hole at Deer Creek. Prestigious features include in/gr pool and spa, professional landscaping, sprinkler system, sprawling terrace, security system, triple garage, 2 storey foyer with exquisite chandelier, crown moulding, granite floors, cathedral ceilings, 4 gas fp, separate nanny accommodation or home office suite. This home will not disappoint. Presented at $1,289,000.Call Guenter Assmus or Harry Hayes at 905-428-8274.$1,289,000SUNDAY, DEC. 3, 2-4 P.M. 30 BUGGEY LANE Sutton Group Status Realty Inc. Brokerage “Independent Member Broker” GUY STEER* 416-245-9933 $399,900 Home in a very desirable location! Bright & airy, shows very well! Access to garage from house. Large fenced lot. Open concept on main level, double door entry. Aluminum Soffi ts. Beautiful master bedroom with windows, large closet & ensuite with separate shower. Home has curb appeal *A Must See. West Realty Ltd. Brokerage OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN., 2-4 P.M. 2344 MERIADOC DR., PICKERING BETTER THAN NEW Owner spent thousands on upgrades & improvements. Huge deck w/sliding door & gas off eat-in kitchen. Ceramic tile & pass through. 4 SS appliances complete w/some SS shelving & racks. Large master w/4 pc. ensuite, washer & dryer. Rec room garden doors to covered interlock patio. Pie shaped lot approx. 66’ rear. Brick & interlock stone shows off front garden. Double paved drive. Central air. Freshly painted. Come see for yourself. SUNDAY, DEC. 3RD., 2-4 P.M. 29 VISTA BEACH DRIVE, WHITBY LUCY BATESON* 905-683-5311 905-619-9500 Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage $288,900$288,900OPEN HOUSE WEEKENDOPEN HOUSE WEEKEND PICKERING VILLAGE HOME Gorgeous center hall plan 4+1 bdrm home in favoured area. Main flr family room with hrdwd & cozy gas fp. Ceramics in hall, mn flr laundry & kit. Large eat in kit. with loads of cupboards walk out to professionally landscaped yard with inground sprinkler system, interlock patio & built in lights. Bsmt newly finished with 5th bdrm & ensuite bath + separate office. Dir: Kingston Rd., to Elizabeth St., to Betts Rd. MLS#1032254. Ken & Sue will see you there.... SUN. DEC., 3, 2-4 P.M. 6 BETTS RD., AJAX$364,900KEN* & SUSAN* SHERBAN BROKERAGE 905-723-5944 JOHN CRAWFORD* 905-619-9500 501 ROUGEMOUNT DR., SOUTH Gorgeous lot 100’x 35’ (approx. 1 acre) irregular, on desirable executive. Existing 3 bdrm bungalow exudes character. Back lot potential severance. Chance to build your dream house. SAT. & SUN., DEC. 2 & 3, 2-4 P.M. Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated YULE TIME VALUE Fabulous Upgraded Det 2 yrs new, open concept, main fl oor Fam rm/gas f/p, formal dining rm & Family size Kitchen with brfst bar, luxury ensuite /soaker tub sep shower on premium pie lot. Additional photos at: www. realtyconsulting.ca SUN. DEC. 3, 2-4 P.M. 1304 ASHGROVE, OSHAWA $ 2 4 4 , 9 0 0 ALLEN ARNOLD** ROSEMARIE MARSH* 416-285-8555 EXECUTIVE REALTY (1996) INC. Brokerage Great, well kept home in a desirable neighbourhood in Pickering. 4 Bedroom John Boddy built. Separate entranced in-law suite. Large eat-in kitchen, formal dinning and living rooms. Wood fi replace in den. Landscaped with a green thumb. Offered at $399,000. See you Sataurday! SAT. DECEMBER 2, 2-4 P.M. 901 GLENANNA ROAD, PICKERING BENJAMIN ENS* 613-476-5900 Upper Canada Realty Ltd. *Salesperson **Broker*Salesperson **Broker ***Broker of Record***Broker of RecordCome in from the cold and warm up to these beautiful area homes, open for your viewing this weekend. BRYAN RODRIGUES* 905- 619-9500 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY NORTH PICKERING 3 ACRES APPROX. 3000 SQ. FT. + 550 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE Custom built 4 bdrm. home; kitchen, family room & master bedroom all overlooks pool & secluded conservation area. Huge 30’ rec room with fireplace & walkout. Upgrades include steel roof, 2 fireplaces, 4 walkouts, 2x6 construction; 3 garages + large 4th garage with loft. Call Bryan Rodrigues 905-619-9500. SUTTON GROUP HERITAGE REALTY INC. BROKERAGE Semi-detached home - 3 bedrooms + computer loft, attractive balcony off master bedroom! All brick, 9 foot ceilings. REDWOOD “A” 1872 SQUARE FEET!$351,990Detached home- upgraded stone elevation, side door entry to basement, door from garage, R/I 3 piece bath. All brick, 9 foot ceilings. SYCAMORE “B” 1948 SQUARE FEET!$347,990Detached home - attractive design with balcony, upgraded kitchen, R/I 3 piece bath, door from garage to interior. All brick, 9 foot ceilings. CYPRESS “A” 1876 SQUARE FEET!$336,990Detached home with stone elevation, door from garage, 3 piece R/I bath,. All brick, 9 foot ceilings. BIRCHWOOD “B” 1718 SQUARE FEET!$292,990Semi-detached- Premium Deep lot! 3 bdrms, ensuite bath, all brick, 9 foot ceilings. EVODIA “B” 1689 SQUARE FEET! NEW HOMES - INVENTORY SALE! READY FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY! Sales Offi ce (905)-420-3500 (905)-492-0454 OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 12-6 OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 12-6 www.altonawoods.com Located in Pickering at Rosebank Rd. N. of Finch Ave. Just West of Whites Road. Sales/Model Homes offi ce hours - Mon. to Thur. 2-8, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 12-6 Mary Jane Viejo** Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage Anil Bhasin* SOLDSOLD *Prices subject to change without notice MODEL HOMES FOR SALE BY APPOINTMENTBY APPOINTMENT ONLYONLY To Advertise in our Friday Open House Feature or By Appointment Only call 905-683-5110 Call BILL McLEAN* 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 www.sellingwithbill.com First Realty Ltd. Brokerage Fabulous Bay Ridges home close to the lake with hardwood fl oors, fi nished basement with a fl exible closing, upgraded bathroom, neutral colours, new shingles 2002. Call Bill McLean today 905-831-3300. 901 ANTONIO CRT., PICKERING This 3 bedroom brick home shows to perfection with hardwood and ceramic fl oors downstairs and laminate upstairs, windows, shingles and garage door done in 2004, fi nished basement walk to everything. Call Bill McLean today 905-831-3300. 1542 FALCONCREST, PICKERING SAT. & SUN. DEC. 2 & 3, 2-4 P.M. SAT. & SUN. 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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 Start The New Year In A New Apt! 1 & 2 bdrms from $915 utilities incl. Close to shopping and parks. Call 1-888-310-7000 Any space. Any Time. www.GOtransglobe.com OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR FOR real estate office. Reliable, effi- cient secretary with excellent computer skills. Must be profi- cient in Word, Excel and Outlook. Must be able to work indepen- dently and speak fluent English. Fax resume to 416-298-6602. PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY in Whitby seeks full time experi- enced Customer Service/Recep- tionist . Must be detail oriented, able to multi-task, proficient in Mi- crosoft Office, data entry, custom- er service, order processing and Accounts Receivable. Please email resume to info@tanta.ca INSIDE/OUTSIDE SALES Professionals Wanted- Telemar- keters Wanted - Work from Home or Office. Great opportunity for the right people. Training pro- vided. Email resume to: blackhawk77777@sympatico.ca or call Bill at (905)435-1052. DENTAL ASSISTANT needed for a permanent position of 34 hours weekly. We are looking for an energetic, up beat assistant who would enjoy working in a busy orthodontic office. Must posses great communication skills and clinical excellence. Email us at daigle@rogers.com or drop off Resume at 292 King St. West, Oshawa. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/Assist- ant required for full-time position in Pickering office. Monday - Fri- day 8a.m.-5:30 p.m. Must have minimum 2 years experience. Call 905-831-7566 or fax 905- 831-5975 Full Time Dental Receptionist needed for Busy Cobourg practice Experience in Dental Field required Fa x resume to: 905-372-9439 OPTOMETRIC Receptionist/As- sistant, required for Part-Time Position. Experience preferred. Forward resume to optome- trist2007@hotmail.com. Only considered candidates will be contacted. PDA REQUIRED 3-4 days per week. York Region Orthodontic Office. Please fax resume: 905- 642-9692 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN needed for busy pharmacy in Oshawa. Full/part-time positions available. Must know Nexxsys. Fax resume to (905)725-0853 PROGRESSIVE DENTAL office in Whitby seeking Hygienist and Level II Dental Assistant. Please fax resume to 905-725-5087. RMT REQUIRED for newly es- tablished acupuncture clinic in Whitby, in a brand new plaza. Excellent opportunity for cross-re- ferrals. Please contact (905)922- 2232 for further details RMT REQUIRED FOR Physio/Massage Clinic in Ajax. Hours are negotiable. Please fax resume to: 905-428-8830. SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PRO- GRAM requires experienced P.S.W.Casual on-call, all shifts involved. Please phone (905)436-1309 or fax resume (905)576-8676 INDIAN Food Cook and Kitchen helper required. Please call (905)665-7392 NOW HIRING!!! FOR ALL POSITIONS Fax resume to 905-666-6619 or Drop it off @ A Stone's Throw 39 Martin Rd. Bowmanville OPENING VERY SOON!!! ** PUBLIC ** NOTICE List of Durham Region distress sales and bank foreclosures are now available to the public for free. www.DurhamBank Foreclosures.com Dan Plowman, Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage 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. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING EX- ECUTIVE loft style semi, 3 yrs. new, wide open floor plan, gleaming hardwood floors, de- signer kitchen, with kitchen aid stainless steel appliances, center island, crown moulding's and wainscotting throughout, sur- round sound speakers through- out, 55 oz. broadloom on second floor, corner soaker tub, profes- sional closet organizer, 3 pc. rough in and cold room in base- ment, fenced yard, interlock at front, close to schools, and all amenities. 5 min from 401, 407, TTC. 7 min to Go. Offered at $298,800. possession 90 days /tba. Taxes $3,092.00 (2005). Contact John Robinson, Remax Unique, (416) 928-6833. NEWCASTLE VILLAGE - 8 Chester Lane. Backsplit on large 63' x 110' lot, 3 + 1 bedrooms, 2-baths, eat-in kitchen, familyroom with wood- stove. Recent upgrades throughout include Steam/Spa main bath. $269,900. 905-436- 8206 Lorne Johnson. PRESTIGIOUS SOUTH AJAX. Perfect home for young family. Big closed backyard, lot 65'x 130'. Newly renovated 4 bedroom side-split. 5 min from GO, schools, hospital. Could be con- verted into a 2 apartment income property. Asking $299,900. Pri- vate sale. Lloyd 416-528-5873 FOR SALE BY OWNER Picker- ing Town Centre area. 2000-sq.ft. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, well-de- signed, open concept, one-of-a- kind in Tridell. Below market val- ue $195. (416)357-7744 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 To ll-Free 1-877-551-5581 COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent on Queen St. in Port Perry, 1,000 sq. ft., 2 levels, available Oct. 1st. 905-852-3107 PRIVATE FURNISHED Office Space, Oshawa/Whitby. In shared environment. Includes: Hi-Speed Internet, Conference Room, Kitchen,401, Train, Tran- sit. Free parking. (905)448-2197 ext 210 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 SPACE FOR RENT in Oshawa/Whitby border. $980 monthly all inclusive, Call Days (905)576-0823 or Evenings (905)576-1018 DRY CLEANING DEPOT FOR SALE Good location in Pickering with growth potential. Asking for $19, 999 or best offer+inventory Call 905-686-1799 LADIES GYM FOR sale, Durham Region. 905-427-1332. TURF LOGIC FRANCHISE Op- portunity. 100% Pesticide-Free Lawn Care. High-Tech, Low In- vestment. Protected Territory, Outdoor Lifestyle, Full Support. P: 866.239.4056. www.turflogic.ca $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 *FREE ACCESS* to the Best Mortgage Rates and have up to 5 local lenders bid on you! www.Lending BranchDurham.com *Dan Plowman, Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage BEAT THE BIG BANKS 1st and 2nd's PRIVATE LENDERS ALL CREDIT IS OK BETTER OPTION MORTGAGE CORP.905-683- 1900, 1-888-5-BETTER BEAT THE BIG BANKS 1st and 2nd's PRIVATE LENDERS ALL CREDIT IS OK BETTER OPTION MORTGAGE CORP.905-683- 1900, 1-888-5-BETTER NO CREDIT REFUSED.$500.00 loan. Payable weekly. 1-877-776- 1660 ! AJAX, 1-BEDROOM,new apartment in quiet executive home, very bright, 4pc bath, kitchen, parking, laundry, satel- lite, high-speed internet. $680/month. 905-424-0154 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa, Simcoe/Gibb. Starting from $450/mo. - $600/mo. + utilities. First & last, references, Available Dec/Jan 1st. Call Ste- phen 905-259-5796, 905-576- 8699. 1 & 2 BEDROOM avail Dec. 1st Located. 350 Malaga Rd. Oshawa. $695 & $795 per month, all inclusive, no pets. Please call (905)242-4478. 1 & 2 BEDROOM Pet Friendly Apts, $675 and $795 +hydro. Close to Oshawa Centre. Laun- dry & Parking, Clean & Bright. 905-983-5356 or 905-243-4850. AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large 1 & 2-bdrms in clean, quiet building $900 & $950/mo. Call (416)540-0747 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment. Like new. Separate en- trance. No pets/smoking. Quiet home. $750/month. Close to amenities. Parking. 905-839- 1272. 1 BEDROOM PLUS!8km north of Port Perry. Large, bright, walk- out to ravined lot. Open concept kitchen, den, living/diningroom, sitting room. Whirlpool bath, gas fireplace. No pets/smoking. $900 +utilities. 416-291-4437. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt in Ajax, Westney/401 area, very clean, near GO bus and Durham Tr ansit. $680/month, available immediately. (905)686-9360 or (905)686-9216. 1-BEDROOM North Oshawa $735 all inclusive, ALSO 1 bedroom 45 Colborn West. $735 all inclusive. 2 bedroom, $790. Bachelor, $615. ALL Avail. Jan.1. No pets. 905-723-1647 or 905-720-9935. 2 BEDROOM basement apart- ment. Clean, bright, spacious, private entry, parking, laundry, satellite, No smoking/pets. Rossland/Harmony. On bus route. First/last. Available Janu- ary 1st. $900. Call 905-723- 7594. 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 LOCATIONS, Oshawa, large 2 bedroom apartment, available December 1st and January 1st. Fridge, stove, coin laundry, free parking. Inclusive $825. No dogs. First/last. (905)924-6075 2-BEDROOM APTS.Available Immediately, $765+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, refer- ences. Sam 416-895-8144. 620 BOND ST. E.apts. 1 bed- room, Seniors Welcome. Close to shopping, bus. Quiet complex, safe neighbourhood, no pets, $680. Avail. Jan.1st 905-438- 0558. 887 SIMCOE ST. N. OSHAWA- 2 bed. hardwood, nice, bright, clean, available immediately. $745+hydro. Also 1 bed, hard- wood, bright & clean $645+. Avail. Jan. 1st Both 1-parking. First/last/no pets. (905)668-1946 AAA ATTRACTIVE,1 bedroom with fireplace, back yard, good lo- cation North East Oshawa. No pets, non smoker. Available De- cember 1st. $685 inclusive. First/last required. To view and apply call (905)571-4422 ABOVE GROUND, LUXURY brand new basement apartment. Rosebank/Pickering. 1 bedroom. Fully contained. Kitchen. 2 piece washroom. Stand up shower. $700+utilities. Call between 9a-8p, 905-420-8604. AJAX 1-BDRM newly renovated basement apt, $750/month. Avail Dec. 1st. All inclusive, parking, laundry, cable. Close to all amenities, call (416)737-4188 or (905)426-2961. AJAX LARGE ONE BEDROOM basement apartment. Separate entrance, parking, new open con- cept, gas fireplace. $800/month inclusive. Available immediately. 905-619-0393. AJAX,Immaculate 2-bedroom basement apt. Large, 4-newer ap- pliances, newly renovated bath- room, 2-parking, close to schools/shopping. $950/mo inclu- sive. Avail. Jan. 1st. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24 or eve/wknds 905-665-3666 AJAX,3 Foakes Dr. large 2 1/2 bedroom apartment. Separate entrance, laundry, 2 car parking. Available December 1st, $850 month, plus 1/3 utilities. (905)426-9378. AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY 2, large, beautiful, 1-bedroom base- ment, 4pc bath, parking, available immediately. $575/month. Call for appointment 416-436-2884. BROCK/DUNDAS, WHITBY 3- bdrm townhouse, 2-yr-new, large master w/ensuite, hardwood/ce- ramic, open concept, beautiful kitchen, parking, no smok- ing/pets. $1300+utilities. Avail im- mediately. 905-509-4006 or 416- 877-4543 AJAX, HARWOOD/ROSSLAND 1-bedroom bright basement walk- out, separate entrance, kitch- en/bath/living. Transit at door- step. No smoking/pets. $695/in- clusive. Working female/couples preferred. First/last, references. Available immediately. Call 905- 239-3786. AJAX, NEW 1 bedroom base- ment apartment. Separate walk- out. No smoking/pets. 1 Parking. Cable + utilities. $775. First/last. Available immediately. Call 416- 671-8652. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apt., from $879, $989 & $1089, available Immediately, Dec 1st & Jan 1st. 905-683-8571, 905-683-8421 or 905-683-5322 AJAX-LARGE 2-bedroom fur- nished basement apartment, sep- arate entrance, newly painted and carpeted. No smoking/pets. $1,000 plus. Available December 1 (905) 686-3891. Cell (416) 939- 9750. 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. AMAZING! HUGE,luxurious 1200-sq ft. 2-bdrm, deluxe apt in house for rent in Whitby. Includes all appliances & utilities, laundry, ample parking, cable, air, big yard, plus many extras! Avail. im- mediately.. No smoking, no pets. $1150/mo. First, last req'd. 905- 721-8444 leave msg. BACHELOR and two - 2 bed- room apartments, Newly renovat- ed with new appliances Simcoe & Athol area. $600/mo and $800 inclusive, Available immediately. 905-706-0218 BACHELOR APT.,newly reno- vated, close to Hospital, 3rd floor. Available Jan. 1st. $600/inclusive, first and last. Call 905-43405149. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,spacious one bedroom apartment, quiet loca- tion, free parking, no smok- ing/pets. Adult lifestyle building, suitable for single person. $765 utilities included. Available De- cember 15th. (905)697-3491. BRAND NEW!! 1-Bedroom Bsmt Apt. Separate Entrance. 1 Drive- way Parking. Bright and Clean. No Smoking/Pets. $750/mon. Utilities included. Available Imme- diately. Call Rose 905-999-7760 BROCK/DUNDAS, WHITBY, Large 1-bdrm. basement, walk-in closets, hardwood/ceramic, bay window, separate entrance, walk- out, parking. New home. $850/in- clusive, no smoking. avail imme- diately 905-509-4006 or 416-877- 4543 CLEAN 1 BDRM $720/mo, 2 bedroom $800/mo, newly deco- rated. Utilities included. Sim- coe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE, 2-BEDROOM apt in lower level of raised bungalow, washer, dryer, and utilities all in- cluded. $800, first/last, referenc- es. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. (905)914-6578. LOOKING FOR professional roommate, 5 min to 401 and all amenities great area, no pets & non smoker asking $500 per month first and last (416)209- 7301. NORTH OSHAWA 2-bedroom lower level apt. in quiet 6-plex, $925 inclusive. Avail. now. In- cludes Parking, no pets, first/last. (905)424-5083 NORTH Oshawa - 2 & 3 bed Feb.lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,Taunton/ Simcoe, 3 & 2-bedroom apts in triplex, appliances & parking in- cluded, laundry on site, All utilities included. $995/month available Dec. lst. $895/month avail. Jan. 1st. Call (905)666- 5157 ONE BEDOOM walkout base- ment apt. Very new, bright, spa- cious, in quiet neighbourhood, $725/mo. including heat & hydro. Single occupancy preferred. (905)576-4798 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1 & 2 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. From $775/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA - Clean, new building, 2-bedroom apt $845, avail. Dec. and Jan. 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438- 9715. OSHAWA -Central Park/King.2 bedroom upper half of duplex house. Newly renovated, 1-park- ing. bus at door. $780/mo. + utilities, first/last. Available imme- diately. No smoking/pets. 905- 430-0249. OSHAWA 1 BDRM APT Park/Gibb area, brand new floors throughout, immaculate condition. Avail Jan 1, 2007. $800/mo inclu- sive, first/last. Call John 905-576- 4229. OSHAWA 3-BEDROOM totally renovated apartment in duplex. Laundry, parking, yard, near Har- mony/Hwy 401. Non-smoker, no pets, professional preferred. Available immediately. $950 plus hydro.(905)432-3250 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 near GM. 1-bdrm basement apt. Includes 4 appli- ances, all utilities, satellite TV, internet, C/air. $650-inclusive. No smoking/pets. Prefer single work- ing person. Gina (905)442-9113. email:hot7@sympatico.ca OSHAWA,$800/mo inclusive. 2- bdrms on quiet court. Close to parks, schools & transit. Private parking & entrance. Freshly paint- ed. Non smoker. Avail. Dec. 1st. First/last req'd. Call (905)720- 0654 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. Dec/Jan. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious apts lowrise building. 1- bdrm apt $680/mo+ hydro, avail. Dec. 1st. Appliances, laundry fa- cilities and parking included. Call 905-721-2828 OSHAWA, Dean/Ritson.2-bdrm main floor, walk-out to deck $750+hydro; 1-bdrm bsmt, $595+hydro. Laundry facilities on site. Squeeky clean, newly reno- vated, near all amenities & 401. Call 289-314-5555 OSHAWA, KING/RITSON, Large 2-bdrm apt, main floor of house. Close to downtown and all amenities. Laundry, parking. $865/mo inclusive, first/last, refer- ences. (905)914-3133. OSHAWA, PARK/ADELAIDE, nice 3-bedroom apt., in quiet area. $825 plus hydro, water and parking included. First/last, available Jan 1st. Call 905-571- 1537, 905-432-1521. 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 Dec/Jan. 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. Dec/Jan. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA- King/Wilson, available immediately, bright, quiet, 1-bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. entrance, c/a, 4pc. bath, laundry, 1 parking. No smoking/pets. $700/mo. inclusive. First/last. 905-404-8335. Pickering & Ajax 3 bed. main floor of bungalow. 2 bed. bsmt. apt. Parking, laundry, close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 905-428-8946 PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly, 1 bdrm., large, clean basement apartment. Quiet home, separate entrance, laundry, parking, near GO, shopping & lake front. No smoking/pets. $750/mo inclusive. (416)937-4522. PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly. clean, very large two bedroom basement apt. parking, shared laundry, appliances, avail. now $850 inclusive Condolyn Mgt. No pets. 905 428-9766 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,4-bedroom main floor, hardwood floors, 4-appli- ances, close to GO, schools/shopping. $1250/mo+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. immediately. Call Richard days 416-601- 7858, evenings/wknds 905-686- 9662 PICKERING,Available, Bright walkout carpeted basement, 2 bedrooms, parking, utilities in- cluded. $725 No smoking/pets. Near transit/GO Train. First/last. References required. Call 905- 428-1652, between 6-8pm. 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/Jan. (905)837-5146 PORT PERRY, attention Seniors! Near Canadian Tire. Separate entrance, no stairs, spacious 2 bedroom. $1100/month, includes heat, hydro, 1 parking. Call Kim (905)985-4662. SEMI-DETACHED farm house, 2-bedroom apt, 1km north of Brooklin. Available immediately. $795 month plus utilities, first/last No pets. Suit couple. (905)655- 4966 . SPACIOUS BRIGHT 2-bedroom walkout basement apt for rent. Available immediately. Utilities in- cluded. No smoking, no pets. $925month First/last. Gar- rard/Rossland. Call 905-725- 5138, 905-409-4480 (cell) 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 Dan Plowman, Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage UXBRIDGE Brock St. West, newly renovated, Available im- mediately: bachelor $650, 1-bdrm $675, All inclusive, with laundry. 416-697-8036 WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities includ- ed. Avail. now. First/last/no pets. 1-bed. $800; 2-bed. $925; 905- 767-2565. WHITBY - LARGE bright, newly renovated one bedroom apt. with full kitchen & bath. Utilities, cable, laundry and parking included. $800/mo. available immediately. (905)626-6356; 905-626-6350. WHITBY 2 bedroom basement apartment, 1000+ sq.ft. Separate Entrance, parking& utilities in- cluded. Shared laundry. No dogs. Available Jan 1st. $950/mo. Lori, 905-723-0555 or Dave 905-244-7873. WHITBY DOWNTOWN 2-bed- room basement apt. Private en- trance includes utilities, laundry & parking. $850/month. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. 905-493-1151. 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, FURNISHED 1-bed- room basement bachelor apt. Separate entrance. $700/month inclusive, first/last. Non smoker. Available immediately (905)665-7246. 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. AJAX SOUTH,avail. immediate- ly, 2-bdrms, 2 baths, ground floor, 5-appliances, last month free if lease assumed. $1200/mo + hy- dro. (905)622-6474 AJAX,Luxury 2-bedroom pent- house suite. Large balcony with fantastic NE views of envi- rons/lake. 5 appliances, window coverings, laundry, storage, over- sized garage. No pets/smoking. Suits retired/prof. couple. $1395/mo. inclusive. 905-426- 9837. Available immediately. -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 OSHAWA HOUSE, new paint, new gas furnace, no pets, blinds, finished basement, first/last $1250+utilities. Available immediately (905)432-5475 4 BEDROOM HOME,north Oshawa, $1300/mo. + utilities. Available immediately. (905)683- 8233 ext. 244. A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, (or equivalent) then own a house from $600/month. (oac). 5.3% mortgage with no money down (oac) up to $20,000 cash back to you, (no repayment) Requires $35,000 plus family in- come and reasonable 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 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. $2100. VIEW www3.sympatico.ca/b.boulanger. 1-905-885-6743 AAA MANY HOMES for rent - semis, townhouses and de- tached. In Ajax, $1,300 - $2,700., Whitby $1,400 - $3,500., Oshawa $1,300 - $2,900, Courtice/Bow- manville $1,350 - $1,650. Available Dec. Jan. Call Garry Bolen, Broker of Record Century 21 Netview. (905) 404-2255. AJAX & WHITBY 3 & 4 bdrm houses for rent. Family area, 5-appliances, a/c. Starting from $1250/month + utilities. Shows well. Call Bo Gustafsson, Sutton Group. 416-783-5000 AJAX - Bayly/Salem 3-bedroom bungalow (main). Parking, hard- wood, central air, fenced back- yard. Shared laundry. $1100+ gas. No smoking. Avail. Dec. 1st. negotiable. 905-787-8665, 416- 721-4425 AJAX,spacious 3-bdrm main floor of house. Newly renovated, updated kitchen, 5-appliances, fenced backyard, close to schools, amenities. $1090/mo + utilities. Avail. immediately. (416)512-7012 AJAX-Amazing bright 1yr old, 3-bdrm 1600sqft. upper. 3 baths. Main floor laundry, 5 appls- must see!! $1250+. Also brand new 3bd 1600s ft semi-detached with w/o bsmt. 2.5 baths, 5 appls. $1395+. 905-239-0367/ 647-271- 6660. AJAX- SALEM/BAYLY.Beautiful 3-Bedroom Bungalow. Newly Renovated. Bright and Clean. Fabulous Location. Must See! Available Immediately. No Smok- ing/No Pets. $1200/mon + 2/3 Utilities. Call Rose 905-999-7760 A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 1, 2006 www.durhamregion.com NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of DARLENE MARIE BEARDSMORE, deceased, formerly of 47 Lankester Lane, Ajax, Ontario, are required to send full particulars of such claims to Alastair H. Simeson of Kitchen Kitchen Simeson McFarlane at P.O. Box 428, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7L5 on or before the 24th day of December, 2006, after which date the estate's assets will be distributed, having regard only to claims that have been received. Mature Adult Single Male Seeking Mature Adult Female Companion Looking for a down-to-earth female between 40-50 years for a long-term relationship Enjoy fine dining, long walks, good conversation, and a divine love of God Would like to hear from you Please contact Hugh @ 905-686-1775 To r onto Airport Christian Fellowship Now in Ajax Ajax Community Centre Banquet Hall 75 Centennial Rd. Sunday Family Service - 10am For more information visit www.tacfeast.org or call 416-674-8463 WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) THE INTERCULTURAL WORSHIP CENTRE •Spiritually Empowered •Enriched in Your Soul •Economically Stable •And Physically Sound YOU ARE IN FOR A TOTAL EXPERIENCE SERVICES EVERY SUNDAY 10:30 am THURS. 7:45 PM 377 Mackenzie Avenue- Unit 10 Ajax, On (behind Burger King, off Bayly) Tel: 905-619-9095 We are here: To affect your life for Jesus, Impact your Destiny and take you into a place of Love, Faith & Power. You will be: A PLACE YOU CAN CALL A HOME, AMONG A PEOPLE YOU CAN CALL FAMILY You are invited to Special Christmas Come and Worship pages will publish on Friday Dec. 15 and Thurs- day Dec.21. To have your holiday Services included in our regular Come and Worship directory call Janice at 905-683-0707 or FAX 905-579-4218 or email jsamoyloff@durhamregion.com. Come Come WorshipWorship Come and Discover Holy Trinity Anglican Church Music, Fellowship, Spiritual Support! Every Sunday @ 10:00 a.m. Bolton C. Falby School, Ajax Phone 905-683-3863 www.holytrinityajax.com ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Worship - 10:30am Sunday School - Supervised Nursery http://ca.geocities.com/standrewsajax@rogers.com EVERYONE WELCOME CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS at The Gathering Place 1920 Bayly Street, Pickering, ON (the meeting place for Pickering Pentecostal Church) Sunday, December 10, 6:00 PM PPC’s Children’s Ministries present The Christmas Musical: MIRACLE ON MAIN STREET Saturday, December 16 at 7 PM Sunday December 17 at 6 PM PPC’s Creative Ministries present The Christmas Musical JOURNEY TO THE MANGER Sunday, December 24, 10:00 AM Worship Service, 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service Sunday, December 31, 10:00 AM Wo r ship Service New Yearís Eve Service 10:00 PM to 12:15 AM You will always be welcome at PPC “ a safe place for people – on their way back to God” Sun. Dec. 3rd @ 11:00 a.m. COMMUNION SERVICE & 1ST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Sun. Dec. 10th @ 11 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL PAGEANT Sun. Dec. 10th @ 7:00 p.m. CHRISTMAS CONCERT AMBERLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The Family Church 1820 Whites Rd. N., Pickering 905-839-1383 www.amberleapresbyterianchurch.ca To advertise your church inTo advertise your church in our regular Worship Section our regular Worship Section on Fridayson Fridays call Janice at 905-683-0707call Janice at 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218 or fax 905-579-4218 Email:Email: jsam@durhamregion.com jsam@durhamregion.com KNOB HILL MARKET Antiques, Collectables & Home Decor 1630 Kingston Rd., Pickering (exit Brock Rd.) Saturday Only - FREE Poinsettia to first 100 customers Open Sat & Sun 10am - 5pm Call (905)686-5004 Bay Ridges LTCC Christmas Bazaar 900 Sandy Beach Road Saturday December 2, 2006 9:00am - 1:00pm Baked goods, crafts, hand-made jewelry and much more! Join local artists in A Whitevale Christmas Sat. Dec. 2nd, 9:30am-3:30pm Whitevale Community Centre One Stop Christmas Shop Saturday December 2nd, 10:00 am-3:00 pm 3 Deeprose Ave. (Harwood & Coveridge) Home Made Crafts, Weekenders, Tilnextime Fine Jewelry, Discovery Toys, Avon. TRUE WAREHOUSE SALE Heart & Home Open to the Public only Once a Year! December 5th - 8th 10 am - 6pm Saturday December 9th 10 am - 3pm 530 Westney Rd South, Unit 8, Ajax Enamelware, Bears, Home Decor, Giftware and Scrapbooking and lots more !! west Pickering nuclear plant X 761 McKay Rd. Unit #1 Brock Rd 1 Montgomery Pk. Rd. 401 east 761 McKay Road, Unit #1, Pickering, Ontario L1W 3A3 Phone: 905-619-2093 Fax: 905-619-3366 10-15% OFF †Sunday, December 3rd Preview 11:30 a.m. Starts 1:00 p.m. Public Clearing Auction This is one sale you don't want to miss. We have a consignment of unique items such as Swivel Rockers, Accent Tables, Chairs & a Loveseat all in Wicker, Big & Unusual Mirrors, a selection of Occasional Chairs, High Quality Persian Wool Scatter Mats & Runners, Indian & Chinese Motif Lacquered Panels, Cabinet & Screen, a Fantastic Birdhouse Coffee Table, a Stagecoach Liquor/Tea Wagon & Stained Glass Tiffany Lamps & Panels. In addition we have a Selection of Bedroom Suites such as Country Pine, Cherry Sleigh, Walnut Canopy & Canadian Made Pillow Top Mattress & Box Spring in 20 or 30 yr. Also we have Leather Sofa Sets in a variety of colours to suit every décor such as Micro Fibre Khaki or Cream, Leather in Black, Stone, Espresso, Whiskey, Burgundy etc. The popular Pub Sets with a Lazy Susan & 8 Chairs in either Espresso or 2 Tone Walnut are sure to please or perhaps the set of 6 Press Backed Chairs & Ta ble or 4 Arrowback Chairs & Table or our Dining Room Sets of Cherry Queen Anne style or the Country styles set with the Ta ble, Chairs & Buffet/Hutch. Now's the time to pick up Art as we have artists such as Robert Bateman, Walter Campbell, The Group of Seven with such classics as The Canoe, The Chief, Dozing Lynx & White Pine. We also carry antique Dining Set, Buffet& Hutches, accent tables, Grandfather Clocks in Oak or Mahogany, too many items to list. Just in time for Christmas Savings! KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) 905-683-0041 www.kahnauctioncentre.com Items subject to additions or deletions by auctioneer. ALTONA/TWIN RIVERS,min- utes to 401, sunny open concept, 2-bdrms, mainfloor laundry room, large deck facing private back- yard, storage shed. Avail. imme- diately, $1200+ utilities. (416)984- 4175 or (905)509-7111 AN EXECUTIVE,furnished 3- bedroom, Courtice model home. Up to 3 months, $2100 inclusive. No pets/smoking. 905-579-6779. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 1 1/2 storey 3-bedroom, gas heat, near O.Centre & GM. $975/mo. No pets/smoking. Credit check. ALSO, shared accommodation 3- bedrooms, close to Oshawa Hos- pital $450/negotiable. Linda Ku- bota, Royal LePage 905-666- 1333. BEAUTIFUL Oshawa,2 bed- room duplex, Ritson/Olive, fresh paint/carpet, quiet cul-de-sac, yard, no smoking/pets, available Dec. $900/mo. utilities included. first/last/references. (905)263- 8966 BOWMANVILLE 3-bedroom house on quiet street. Parking, garage, laundry hookups. $1100+utilities. Available Jan 1. No smoking/pets. first/last/refer- ences. Please call 905-263-4792 BRAND NEW 3 bedroom house, 3 baths, garage, North East Oshawa, great area, near schools and shops, 5 new appliances, $1350/month, available Mid De- cember. (905)434-4458. ENTIRE HOUSE IN PICKERING Amberlea area, Whites Rd, de- tached 4 bedroom, new broad- loom, 2 baths, family room with fireplace & walkout, central air, five appliances garage, $1550 /month+utilities. Call Steve (905) 831-7770 KINGSTON Rd/ Beach Grove. To tal 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 NEW DETACHED 4 BED.,3 washroom house. Baldwin & Taunton. Available Dec. 10th. $1400+, double car garage. Close to schools, shopping, parks & Go Bus. 647-435-9564. OSHAWA - Grandview area, nice and clean, 3 appliances, freshly painted 4 bedroom house for rent. Large livingroom, 3 bath- rooms, garage, near shopping, 401, bus/schools. Available im- mediately. $1495+utilities. 905- 721-1703. OSHAWA DUPLEX,2-bedroom + office, open-concept, 2 bath- rooms, 2 parking, 4 appliances, no smoking. $1000/mo+ hydro. Available Dec 15/Jan. 1. Call (905)436-2530 OSHAWA Stevenson/Rossland 3 bedroom 2 bathroom detached brick bungalow Central A/C, 5 ap- pliances, finished basement, great yard & neighbourhood. No smokers. $1250+utilities. (416)704-4570 RITSON/KING - Oshawa Blvd. N. Clean 1-1/2 storey home, 2+1 bedrooms, 2 washrooms, corner lot w/driveway parking, available Immediately $1195+util. (416)587-3162 TWO COUNTRY HOMES available, 1 - Sunderland, 4 bed- rooms, 2 baths, garage, available Dec. 15. 2 - Little Britain area, ap- proximately 5 miles north of Port Perry. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, gar- age. Available immediately. Both $1,200 per mo. 1st/last plus utilities. Contact 1-888-550- 3687. WHITBY DETACHED HOUSE @ Rossland/Thickson 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, dbl garage, family rm w/fpl, $1375 mo.+ utilities, Dec. 24, legal Bsmt apt. not incl., 1st/Last, No Smoking / Pets. Tim Webster, Sutton Group Heritage (905) 619-9500. WHITBY, SPOTLESS,spacious new town home. 3 bedroom. 2 1/2 bathroom. A/C. Gas fire- place. Alarm system. 5 applianc- es. $1350/month+. Julie 905- 666-5758. 3 BEDROOM upgraded town- house, in Whitby, with/without ap- pliances, Available Jan lst. (905)668-6843 AJAX - WESTNEY/HWY 2, 2 bedroom, townhouse, immacu- late, near to Go. Available imme- diately. For sale $199,900 or rent. $1250 monthly plus utilities. (416)223-3297. BROOKLIN - 3 bedroom town- house. 2/5 baths, garage, 5 appli- ances, a/c, non-smoker, no pets. Available Dec. 30th. First and last. $1250.+utilities. 905-852- 3675. FABULOUS NEW freehold town- house, Oshawa 3 spacious bed- rooms, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen, 6 appliances. Near school, steps to lake, quiet neighbourhood, grreat family home. No smoking/pets only $1275/mo+utilities. (905)576-5253 NORTH OSHAWA townhouse, 3 bedrooms, close to all amenities, includes water, $1,200 plus utilities. Available immediate- ly.Telephone (905)576-6312 OSHAWA SOUTH,To wnhouses 3-bedroom $975/mo+ utilities & 4- bedroom $1050/mo+ utilities, close to schools, shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. 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. WHITBY..Thickson/Taunton Large 3 bedroom, quite new, open concept, quiet court, main floor laundry, appliances, ensuite, A/C..avail Jan or Feb. $1300 plus Condolyn Mgt.905 428-9766. AJAX ROOM. CLOSE TO GO & 401. Phone, cable & TV. Available immediately. No smok- ing/pets. $400/month. 905-619- 2896 IMMACULATE SPACIOUS fur- nished room with separate en- trance, in well kept quiet home in South Pickering. includes: bath- room, light kitchen facilities, satel- lite TV and all utilities. No pets, and non smoker. $125 per week, (905) 839-3566. ONE BDRM. IN OSHAWA, 2 bdrms. in Ajax - Shared accommodation. Use of kitchen/ laundry/bathroom. 1-parking per room. Utilities incl. Near bus stop/major intersection/401/. Call 905-999-0627. Oshawa clean room in house, share kitchen and bath, phone, internet cable included. No smok- ing/pets. Close to amenities. $400 per mo. Available immedi- ately. (905) 240-4447, leave call back number. PORT OF NEWCASTLE,2 rooms for rent, shared kitchen, bath, laundry, no smoking, no pets. Available immediately, $450.00 month or $120 week. (905)987-1722 ROOM FOR RENT - furnished or unfurnished. 223 Medina Crt. Good location. $400/mo. Call Grace 905-720-4815. SEPARATE ENTRANCE, Ajax, Harwood/Hwy 2 Furnished room in quiet home for rent. Parking incl. Call (905)619-8752 PICKERING- 3rd & 4th PERSON needed for large 4-bedroom, home, use of all amenities, Bdrm #1 $575/mo, Bdrm #2 $495/mo, New furniture. Cell (416)788- 6611 or (905)426-6611 SHARE HOUSE,clean, quiet adult occupied, (single male preferred). Furnished, cable, internet, telephone, laundry, parking. lst/last. Smoking outside. No pets. Ajax or Pickering, (Same owner) From $425/inclusive, 905- 391-3809. 2000 SKI-DOO MXZ 600 Twin, black, gauge package, reverse, new carbides, 144 studs, hand and thumb warmers, 2100 km. Stored indoors, Very fast, very clean (like new) $4900. 905-579- 6168. REWARD - "Woody" is missing. Male Jack Russell, white with brown patches.. Courtice area, vicinity of Pebblestone and Tooleys. Micro-chipped, tags. Owners miss him..call 905-725- 5241. (SWF)If you are a SWM (60-65) interested in dancing, fine din- ning, movies and traveling give me a call and leave your phone number at: 1-800-692-3269 Box #39719, Serious replies. PLANNING YOUR WEDDING? Pleasant personal quiet weddings performed in my Port Perry home. Religious or civil or per- haps at a place of your choice. 905-985-0031 Durham Marriage Services EXPERIENCED DAYCARE in my home. Pickering, Kingston/Al- tona area. All ages. Weekdays and weekends at any time of the day. $3/hour. 905-509-3157. MUSIC LESSONS in the neighborhood Flute Piano Theory RC MT Trained Teacher 905-427-8740 Leave a message on voice mail BOX STALLS AVAILABLE in Brooklin area on 100 acre farm, $275/mo. .. CAll (905)434-0392 +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. 2002 JOHN DEER LT 1 70 Lawn Tr actor, with 42" mulch deck, overhead valve, 16hp, V-Twin Engine. Twin Touch automatic. $3200. 905-260-2007 36" FLAT SCREEN JVC TV,with Picture-in-Picture, $550 OBO. 3pc Walnut veneer Wall unit, $300. Bell Express Vu receiver, model 5900 PVR $100. Bell Ex- press Vu Dish, $50. Personal Computer, starts, $100. DVD Movies, $3.50. Various Hunting Accessories. Call (905)655-6803 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. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUBS/SPA,2006 model, fully loaded, ozonator, cost $8,900, sacrifice $3,900. 416- 524-2018 PLAYSTATION 3,online auction for new inbox PS3. Starting No- vember 22 to December 5th. Bid online at www.tradesondisplay.ca NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 1, 2006, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Welcomes YouWelcomes You to our Deadline: January 25th, 2007 Publishing: January 28, 2007 Call: Terri George 905-576-9335 ext. 2291 Fax: 905-579-4218 email: tgeorge@durhamregion.com In-paper and On-lineIn-paper and On-line JOB FAIRJOB FAIR + TRAINING EXPO Your ad will also be posted on our websiteYour ad will also be posted on our website www.durhamregion.com COMPANY NAME & LOGO COMPANY PROFILE: Including company product/services, years in the community, company benefi ts etc. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Employment/Training opportunities here. Company Address Phone number email • fax • Contact name Be a part of our IN-PAPER JOB FAIR + TRAINING EXPO supplement and let us put your employment & career training opportunities into the hands of every household in the Durham Region. Testimonial Terri George, I would like to submit some feedback on the success of the On- Line/Job Fair Insert. This event has helped G4S Security Services (Canada) Ltd. make signifi cant progress in improving the staffi ng levels overall improving our service levels and overall security program. We are quite satisfi ed with the work of Yourself and the Oshawa This Week staff. Peter Lawrence Regional Business Support Manager G4S Security Services (Canada) Ltd. Eastern Region Simply provide us with your company’s profi le along with address, fax & email information, phone number and a list of job opportunities or training courses you have to offer. Your ad will be placed in our special section with editorial content to assist people with tips on how to get the job that is right for them! Testimonial The in-paper, online job fair provided me with a valuable recruitment tool. The well-designed and colourful advertisement far exceeding my expectations and was a nice alternative to a typical classifi ed ad. The response since it was published has been fantastic and has greatly increased my applicant pool! Thank-you Terri for your personalized and professional service. HENDRIX FOODSERVICE Equipment & Supplies C hristmasChristmas Tributes Tributes Remembering Our Loved Ones In NowNow Publishing Publishing on on SundaySunday Dec. 24, 2006Dec. 24, 2006 Did You Know...Did You Know... that if you place your Christmas Tribute with a colour (or black & white) photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website. For further information please call our Classifi ed Sales Representative 905-683-5110 To r. Line 1-416-798-7259 NORTHEY, James Edward "Jimmy"At his home in Pickering on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 in his 88th year. He is reunited with his beloved wife Hilda who predeceased him in 2005. Jim was a loving father and grandfather who will be sadly missed. In keeping with Jim's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service is planned for a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, Ajax, 905-428- 8488. MEMORIAL SERVICE Will be held on Saturday December. 2, 2006 at 2:00 pm For: Patricia Evelyn Gordon Inglis At: Whitby Baptist Church 411 Gilbert Street Whitby, ON 8 1/2' x 11' WOOL Area Carpet, 1", in mint condition $1500; apt. size stackable washer & dryer, 2 years old $700; BMX bike (Haro- bike) Model Revo, new $500 sell for $250 (great Christmas gift); wing back chair, solid Hunter Green, mint condition $150; an- tique sleigh, original McLaughlin, reconditioned $1,100. Call 905- 982-1999. A MATTRESS SET.King Ortho- pedic Pillow top set or Queen Set available. New in plastic. Cost $1,600.00 Sacrifice King $550.00/ Queen $250.00 647-271-5483. 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. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250. Call 905-213-4669. BEDROOM CHERRYWOOD. Bed, chest, dresser, nightstand. Cost $9,000. Sacrifice set $1,900. Diningroom Cherrywood table. 8 chairs/ Buffet/ hutch, Dovetail construction. New still in boxes Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $2,600. BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: Dell (Tower) P4/2.4GHZ w/17" CRT Monitor $390. or Compaq (Tower) P4/1.7GHZ w/17" CRT Monitor $309., Laptop: Dell Inspron 1100 P4/2.4GHZ $599., Repairs Rea- sonable Rates. Call (905)576- 9216. FRENCH PROVINCIAL 3-piece livingroom set, mint cond. $500- obo; Duncan Fyfe Diningroom set, 4 chairs, buffet, hutch $500- obo (905)686-9240 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 Corner curio (top quality) $350; sofa bed & chair $350; Oak (Pa- liser) T.V. stand $300; 7 foot air hockey $250; Arcade table hock- ey $200; solid wood kitchen table & chairs $450; Trimline treadmill $500; portable dishwasher (3-yr) $250; washing machine (2-yr) $275; stove $150; 905-260-6247 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 DUOMATIC FURNACE for sale, burns wood or oil, working well, very handy. 905-797-2566. ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR, Jazzy 1113 by Pride, 2yrs old, like new value $4000, asking $1900; SCOOTER, 4-WHEELS, GO-GO Ultra by Pride, 11 months old, never used, valued at $1500, asking $900. Call (905)697-1392 FRIGIDAIRE Elite refrigerator and convection oven and Hot- point built-in dishwasher- almond and black, all 3 $600.00 or best offer.Large capacity Sylvania Mi- crowave-White $50 obo. Almond water cooler $50 obo. (905)666- 5175 GOALIE pads 24" (2-tone blue/white), matching blocker, catcher-$450obo (905)666-5175 HOSPITAL bed for sale. Single bed with removable side rails, ful- ly electrical, with hand control. $500 OBO. Call after 5:00pm. (905)837-8978 WHIRLPOOL WASHER & dryer, $150/pr. 905-447-9573. HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safe- ty Covers - best quality, best pric- es, all colours, all sizes. Delivery included. PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514 or 866- 972-6837 www.homeandleisure.ca JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE TICKETS for sale. Tuesday January 30th, 7:30pm Air Canada Centre. Section 302 Row 5. Will sell for face value. $161.25/pair. Call (905)626-7663 after 6pm. 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. 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 Shop early for our upcoming Christmas specials! Not sure if your kids will stick with les- sons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, 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. SET OF 4 WINTER tires and steel rims. MICHELIN X-ICE, 185/60-R15. Like new, ONLY 600kms. (905)903-1428. SATELLITE TV, -NO MONTHLY BILLS: Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!. SALE! Coolsat, Pansat, Ariza for as low as $150 !!!! Conditions apply. U- Neek Electronics. Visit our store @ 226 Bloor St. E. Oshawa (905) 435-0202 (web:) www.un- eekelectronics.com: SONY PLAYSTATION 3,20GB, includes one controller and all cables. Asking $1000. Call (905)697-9184 TWO KITCHEN SETS, good con- dition, $150 each. Telephone (905) 509-5037. 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 WASHER,Heavy Duty, all the features, DRYER (never used), $500/pair. PIANO, Mason & Risch, $450. (905)655-4138 WEIDER PRO Home Gym, in Sears Fall/Winter Catalogue, page 486 (top left), regular price $1299, sell for $500, never used. Computer Desk, large, great for home office or students, loads of shelves, $150 OBO. (905)428- 9160 $ CASH FOR GOLD $ RINGLEADER Fine Jewellers, 145 Kingston Rd., Ajax (just west of Salem, McDonald's Plaza). Call 905-426-7464. VENDORS WANTED - Markham Spring Home Show, Feb. 23, 24, 25, 2007 Markham Fairgrounds. The fall show was the most successful & largest in years! For info. call Johanne or Karen at 905-294-2200. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell (905)424- 9411 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. AA-AJAX FIREWOOD - The best quality wood, seasoned cut, split, delivered. Call 905-424-1735. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. P.O .S. SYSTEMS.New & Used. Touchscreens, desktops, printers, start up kits from $999.00 Custom programming/installs available. Alarm/Video surveillance also. Security Plus (905)626-9436 Jeff ADORABLE SHIH TZU Puppies. Ready to go. 7 weeks, first shots, dewormed. Vet checked. $475.00 (905)985-8943. DRAGON EMPORIUM red bearded dragon lizards now and for Christmas, low maintenance, veggie eaters, cheap to keep, hypo allergenic, cuddlers, sale on red sub adults. 905-349-2800. GERMAN Sheppard pups, CKC registered, first shots, dewormed and micro chipped. Incredible breeding. $500. (905)983-9636, 905-925-9636. GERMAN SHEPPHERD, puppies 6, first shots, vet checked, ready to go. Call 416-677-3532. GOLDEN RETRIEVER puppies, 2 males, 3 females, vet checked, first shots, parents on site, $500, ready to go December 5. Call 905-342-2095. PUG,1 year old male, all shots. Boston Terrier, 1 year old female, all shots. Also Pug puppies for sale. All dogs pure bred. (905)914-3936 SHIH TZU PUPPIES for sale, no allergic, no shedding, 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. 1992 EAGLE TALON,auto start, tinted windows, air, cruise, new motor/transmission, $2,500. Cer- tified/e-tested. Moving, must sell! Call (905)723-3051 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr, Auto, Air, Stereo, Tilt. Excellent condition, 154,000kms, certified and E-tested. $2995. Call (905)391-9481 or (905)432-1813 2000 BUICK LeSABRE,excel- lent condition, power everything, memory settings, leather interior, must be seen to be appreciated. 125,000 miles. Drives like a dream. (905)655-1031. A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 1, 2006 www.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 TO Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, (905) 668-1838 Apply on-lineatApply on-lineat www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. “Durham’s Original”“Durham’s Original” *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-Zone Meet Local Singles! Thousands of local singles in one place! freedateconnection.com Want to meet local singles? Join freedateconnection.com. 2000 FORD FOCUS wagon 206k $3995; 94 Chev Cavalier 135k $1495; 96 Stratus 249k $1995; 97 Lumina 232k $2495; all Vehi- cles certified & e-tested. Warranty available 905-725-1632 905-925- 2205 dealer 2002 HONDA CIVIC,LX - G, black, 4 door, 5 speed, fully load- ed, tinted windows, factory dech package, new tires summer/win- ter, 88,000 kil., cert, e-tested $13,500. (905)721-2412. CARS FOR SALE PROJECTS 1973 Nova. 1971 Chevele Wag- on. 2 - 1980 Cordovas, 1 T-Top car, 1 Race car. 1989 Dodge die- sel and spare motor. Call for de- tails 905-342-3644. 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX, 4door. Sale price $6995. One owner, non-smoker. Incredibly well maintained. All dealer service history. Automatic, fully loaded. Shop and compare. Excellent value. $139/mth - $1,000 trade. Pmt. to own. Only at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866- 304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2004 NISSAN SENTRA. $179/mth. + tx. - $1500 trade. Pmt. to own. 4-door 5-spd, air conditioning. SALE PRICE $10,495. Factory Warranty until 2009. Incredible Value. Priced for an immediate sale. ONLY at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2004 Pontiac Montana,120k, $10,999. 1999 Grand AM, $3999, 1998 Sunfire, 111k, $3699. 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 155k, $3699. 1996 VW Jetta, 189k, $3690. Others from $1699 and up. Certified and E-tested. (Kelly and Sons since 1976). 905-683-1983; or 905-424- 9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com $ $ 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 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 1991 DODGE DAKOTA,ext. cable, longbox, V6, runs well, $750 o.b.o. Call 905-261-2318 1994 GMC SIERRA 1500 250,000 km, very clean, runs like new, new exhaust, brakes, start- er. Oil, lube, filter every 5000 km. Fully certified. $4000. Call Paul 905-655-9531 A RARE OPPORTUNITY - Brand New Nissan Titan CrewCab 4X4. Top of the line Vehicle, featuring DVD Entertainment and Audio Package. SALE PRICE - $41,495.00 +FR. and Applicable Txes. $499/mth. +tx- $5,000 trade. ONLY at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 1994 SAFARI VAN, 267 K, good shape, one owner, $l,300 or best offer.Telephone (905) 697-1780. 1998 FORD E-350 CUBE VAN, 7.3L turbo diesel,14' heated box, well-maintained, new rad, new starter, 312k, certified & e-tested $8500. Call Tom (905)579-3760 or (905)431-9545. 2000 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE, 4X4. Sale Price $14,490. Automatic, power moonroof, every conceivable option pos- sible. 2-tone paint. This SUV is in showroom condition. A very desirable vehicle. Only at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com ONCE IN A Lifetime Opportunity. Only 2 to choose from. Brand New 2006 Nissan Pathfinder SE. SALE PRICE $34,975.00 +FR. and applicable txes. $379/mth + tx. - $5,000 trade. 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Cheeroke Ltd VILLAGE 905-683-5358 $128.90 bi-wk/72 2003 Dodge Caravan VILLAGE Stk#P8380 Stk#V8555 Stk#T7781A Stk#P8602 Stk#V8630A Stk#V8698 Stk#V8548B Stk#P8542 Stk#T7536A Stk#T8181A Stk#T7110A Stk#T7110A Stk#T7326A Stk#V8686A Stk#V8557 Stk#V8558 Stk#P8483 Stk#P8379 Stk#P8475 Stk#V8600 Stk#P8320 Stk#P8567 Stk#V8529 Stk#V8591 Stk#V8612 Stk#V8565 Stk#P8533A Stk#P8396 Stk#V8566 Stk#P8604 PURCHASEPURCHASE FINANCINGFINANCING for upto36monthsfor up to 36 months $$303303 MO. ** $91.22 bi-wk/72 $184.21 bi-wk/84 $11,995 $26,995 $22,200 $37,900 $10,700 $18,500 $32,700 $12,300 $12,200 $7,500 $36,500 Stk#P8346 $13,300 $11,200 Stk#P8510A $11,400 Stk#P8505 $13,700 Stk#P8422 $26,200 $189.15 bi-wk/84 $10,200 $95.69 bi-wk/72Stk#P8248 Stk#P8507 $99.06 bi-wk/84 $13,800 $11,700 $12,500 $12,900 $35,900 $10,900 Only 53,940km $15,900 • PEACE OF MIND WITH DAIMLERCHRYSLER CANADA INC. BACKED WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • QUALITY RECONDITIONING • NATIONWIDE SERVICE $$22,242 purchase price $18,900 PULL AHEAD ON ALL DODGE CARAVAN LEASES.HURRY OFFER ENDS NOVEMBER 30th NO PAYMENTS 3 months - or - $1250 DEALER DISCOUNTNO PAYMENTS 3 months - or - $1250 DEALER DISCOUNT $8,500 $11,200 $77.00 bi-wk/96 $11,400 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 40 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 1, 2006