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Home My WebLink AboutNA2007_01_26980 KINGSTON ROAD, PICKERING Between Liverpool Rd & Whites Rd. 905-839-6159 www.saturnofpickering.saturncanada.com Saturn Saab of Pickering A NEW YEAR, A NEW SATURN, A NEW OUTLOOK Now here! Test drive one today! THE ALL NEW 2007 OUTLOOKTHE ALL NEW 2007 OUTLOOK WITH Like always. Like never before. Distant Shores: The Extraordinary War Brides Feb. 9, 10, 11, 17 & 18 Brougham Community Hall For tickets call 905.683.8401 cityofpickering.com/museum Give your home a new look for Winter Thinking ofThinking of Hardwood? Thinking of Hardwood? The Pickering 36 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 50,900 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Kemp’s an all-star Pickering defenceman plays in AHL tilt Page 24 Page 7 By Erin Hatfield ehatfield@durhamregion.com DURHAM — If God be for you, who can be against you? If there’s any truth to this age- old saying, Regional Council won’t have to worry about enemies for some time since voting to keep God a part of its process. With three councillors absent, council voted 21-4 in favour of tweaking its meeting process and policy so the Lord’s Prayer can be recited prior to the official opening of council meetings. Prayer’s place in politics was brought to the forefront after an Ottawa-based group, Secular On- tario, sent letters to 18 munici- palities, including Durham. The organization contends prayers at municipal councils have been il- legal since an Ontario Court of Ap- peal ruling against them in 1999. Secular Ontario president Henry Beissel told council previously no religious privilege should be granted in public affairs to any pri- vate faith, and that council should Months-long probe followed wounding of five DURHAM — Four teenagers are facing more than 80 charges fol- lowing a lengthy investigation into a confrontation in Ajax last Hallow- een that left five people with bullet wounds. Dozens of Durham officers spent two and a half months investigat- ing the shooting spree, which arose from an earlier confrontation among youths and is believed to have sparked a retaliatory drive-by shoot- ing in Ajax last month. Four teens, three aged 17 and an 18-year-old who was 17 at the time of the shootings, face a variety of charges including aggravated as- sault, discharging a firearm with in- tent to injure, conspiracy to commit an indictable offence and weapons offences. In addition, two adults face drug charges as a result of the probe, dubbed Operation Orion, which began following the Oct. 31, 2006, incident in the Nottingham subdi- vision in the area of Rossland and We stney roads. Durham Chief Vernon white praised the efforts of investigators, who interviewed numerous witness- es, neighourhood residents and oth- ers, seizing two handguns and drugs including crack cocaine, powder co- caine and marijuana during the proj- ect. Police say an altercation among youths in July 2006 sparked the shootings, which occurred around 8 p.m. Halloween night as a large group of youths gathered near Mc- Sweeney Crescent. Police said more than one handgun was involved. Police have now confirmed that an incident Dec. 6, in which shots were fired at a house on McDermott Drive from a passing pickup, is connected to the Oct. 31 violence. Two Whitby youths, as well as a teen from Brooklin and an Ajax resi- dent have been charged. Two were already in custody on other matters while the other two were arrested at their high school in Whitby Wednes- day morning. Cops also laid drug charges as a result of information gathered during Project Orion. Mat- thew Mann, 22, of Finch Avenue in Pickering is charged with possession and possession for the purpose of trafficking. Dozens charged in Halloween shooting spree CELEBRATING THE FIRST HARVEST Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Bhavajan Navaratnam performs Pushpanjali during Pongal Vila 2007, which celebrates Tamil culture and Hindu Thanksgiving Day. The event was at Pine Ridge Secondary School and featured food, song, dance and drama. Reg ion decides to keep the Lord’s Prayer ✦ See Mayor, Page 5 Metroland Durham Region Media Group earns 22 awards DURHAM — It looked like an impossible task for the Metroland Durham Region Media Group to top last year’s haul of 21 honours at the Suburban Newspapers of America contest. But reporters, photogra- phers and editors eclipsed the 2005 totals by one honour, bringing home 22 placings in several differ- ent circulation categories. Among the winners were two Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser reporters. Education re- porter Crystal Crimi, based out of the News Ad- vertiser office in Ajax, fin- ished third in the Journalist of the Year category. Ms. Crimi in early 2006 took a Canadian Interna- tional Development Agen- cy-sponsored trip to Zam- bia, Africa, her reward for winning a CIDA award for excellence in writing on in- ternational co-operation. The result was a special section, delivered to every high school in Durham, and an eight-part in-news- paper series with Toronto Community news reporter Susan O’Neill. As well, Ms. Crimi was recognized for her own pet project, an initiative de- signed to keep the News Advertiser and other Dur- ham papers relevant to and in touch with our younger readers. She met with and surveyed youth in the com- munity in order to produce a Youth Report for editor-in-chief Joanne Burghardt. Finally, Ms. Crimi was one of the first reporters in the Durham Region Media Group to jump in head first when it launched a daily webcast last year. Durham Region reporter Erin Hatfield, also based in Ajax, received a first place SNA award for Best Environmental Cover- age for her Energy From Waste series, which ran in the Durham newspapers last year. Last spring Ms. Hatfield accom- panied Durham Region councillors and staff on a trip to Sweden, Denmark and Holland. The delegation was there to learn more about energy-from-waste, a pro- cess by which energy is produced from the incin- eration of waste. Given that Durham is virtually com- mitted to building such a facility, in conjunction with York Region, the trip was extremely important, as several European coun- tries are pioneers in this area. Ms. Hatfield produced a four-part feature series, ac- companied by photographs she took herself on the trip, which described how the process works. Also a video pioneer, Ms. Hatfield not only shot video on her trip, but sent pieces home to Durham for the webcast. She con- tinues to produce excellent video for Dur- ham Daily News, seen every day at noon at dur- hamregion.com. The Metroland Durham Region Media Group in- cludes the Ajax and Pickering News Advertis- er, Whitby This We ek, Oshawa This Week, Clarington This We ek, Canadian States- man, Uxbridge Times-Jour- nal and the Port Perry Star. “Journalism is undergo- ing a period of rapid change due to the opportuni- ties presented by newspaper web- sites,” says Editor- in-Chief Joanne Burghardt. “We’re very lucky at the Metroland Durham Region Media Group to have a team of reporters, photographers and editors who embrace change and who are anx- ious to explore all avenues to deliver information to our readers.” Many of the division’s awards were won in association with community service projects spearheaded by the newspapers including three for North to Nunavut, a spe- cial publication and an associated website designed for junior grade students who are studying Canada’s newest territory in social studies. The three awards bring the number of honours won by North to Nunavut in the last year to nine making it the single most-awarded project ever undertaken by the divi- sion. Also honoured was the 2006 edition of Faces of the Future which featured more than 400 Durham students: work on the 2007 edition of Faces of the Fu- ture has already begun. “It’s all about teamwork,” says Mrs. Burghardt. Durham’s leading wedding professionals are at the... Ajax & Pickering News Advertisers 3PRING Sunday, February 18, 2007 Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valleyfarm Rd., Pickering Doors open at: 11:00 am Fashion Show: 3:00 pm Advance Tickets $4.00 Now Available at: Pickering Photo - Pickering The Bay Gift Registry - Pickering Tuxedo Royal - Pickering Bridal Desires - Ajax News Advertiser - Ajax Galbraith Jewellers - Ajax Buy them early & save! 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L o o k i n g for a Job? FREE Services and Financial Assistance for Job Search and Workplace Supports For more information call Lynn at 905-404-8490 (Phone) 905-404-0468 (TTY) lkislock@durham.chs.ca THE CANADIAN HEARING SOCIETY Erin Hatfield Local SNA award winners For more on this story Homeowner recalls night masked men stormed his south Ajax home By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com WHITBY — A key Crown witness was overcome with emotion Thursday as he re- counted what he described as a life and death struggle with several masked men who stormed his south Ajax home in a robbery attempt. Donald Newell said he fought desperately with the men, who invaded his house in an apparent at- tempt to steal the marijuana he was licensed to grow for medical reasons. “I’ve had these people ruin my life for two years,” said Mr. Newell, his voice breaking and tears coming to his eyes after about a half hour on the witness stand in Superior Court in Whitby Thursday morning. Mr. Newell was testifying at the trial of Audi Breedy and O’Neil Johnson. The two young men face robbery, assault and weap- ons charges in connection with the home invasion at Mr. Newell’s Charlton Crescent home in February 2005. Mr. Newell testified he and his family were prepar- ing to retire for the evening when he heard a knock on his door around 10 o’clock on a Saturday night. He said he looked out and saw a lone black man he thought he recognized as a friend. But when he opened the door five men swarmed through it, one of them forc- ing his wife upstairs. Mr. Newell said he was struggling with the other in- truders when one of them pointed a gun at his head. “I saw a pistol -- I figured it’s my life,” he said. “I’m not going to get pis- tol whipped. My family’s not going to go through that trauma. “They’re going to have to kill me.” The struggle continued after Mr. Newell made his way to the kitchen where he grabbed a large knife and managed to dial 911, he tes- tified. The suspects began to scatter when he wielded the knife, he said, adding he sustained a serious cut to his left hand during the fracas. He closed the door after four of the men fled, then fought with the man who’d gone upstairs with his wife, the jury heard. Mr. Newell said he opened his door and let go of the man, whom he’d caught in a headlock. “He hightailed it out of there,” he said. Under questioning by Crown counsel George Hendry, Mr. Newell said he put up the fierce fight to protect his family, including his wife, teenaged daughter and ailing father. “I think they figured it was going to be something easy but it got foiled,” he said. “They didn’t know who they were dealing with, I guess.” Earlier, jurors heard the two accused were among five young men arrested by police when their car was stopped a short distance from the crime scene. The trial continues. men Tell us your story... 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Because of the shortage, Mr. Roy said courts are being cancelled and charges are being reduced or withdrawn, resulting in wasted enforcement efforts conducting investigations and attending court with no results. “We are making deals and providing reductions that we wouldn’t normally provide,” Mr. Roy said. “You can only imagine the frustration. I can tell you it is real and it palpable.” The backup in the courts causes charter ap- plications for delays, further reducing the time available for trials, he added. Mr. Roy said the issue arose when the Province approved a number of retirements and didn’t fill the vacancies. The delivery of Provincial Offenses Act (POA) justice services, downloaded by the Province, is a partnership between it and municipalities. The Province isn’t holding up its end of the bargain, according to Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. “If we are going to be partners they have to come to the table,” he said. The GTAH mayors and chairs endorsed a reso- lution to the attorney general asking that the chronic and increasing backlogs of cases due to the shortage be addressed. “There are thousands of POA cases that have been lost and the problem continues,” Mr. Roy said. Regional staff have been asked to gather court data to be used in a letter to the Province. Steve Parish will help identify key message for upper-level politicians By Erin Hatfield ehatfield@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The mayors and chairpersons of the Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton (GTAH) say the Provincial and Federal governments aren’t pulling their weight and as a result it is costing big bucks on the municipal tax bill. This fiscal imbalance took centre stage at the GTAH meeting in Whitby on Jan. 19. “Property taxes could be reduced by 30 per cent if the fiscal imbalance was fixed between the mu- nicipal and Provincial levels of government,” Dur- ham Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said. Both tiers are moving into election time and the GTAH wants to have a tactic in place before then. “I think we have to get a strategy and a game plan together with regard to both upcoming elec- tions,” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said. A committee was stuck to identify the key mes- sage the GTAH wants to take to the different levels of government. Marolyn Morrison, mayor of Caledon, identi- fied development charges and infrastructure as top priorities, and the other mayors agreed. “We need a real new deal,” she said. “Some days we feel like we get a raw deal.” The fate of the next Provincial election rests in the GTA, according to Cam Jackson, mayor of Burlington. “The fact that (the Province) won’t meet with us means we are not on its radar,” he said. “We need to lay the plan down now… we need to sing from the same hymn book.” The committee of six, including Ajax Mayor Par ish and Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce, will meet to hash out the directive to take to the Prov- ince and the Federal government. The committee comes back to the GTAH with its plan on Feb. 23. Crisis in the courts Photo By Mike Pochwat Oakville Mayor Rob Burton, left, and Oshawa Mayor John Gray, centre, listen to Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan speak during the meeting of the Greater Toronto Area and Hamilton mayors recently. 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The Schulich MBA globalinnovativediversewww.schulich.yorku.ca MBA/IMBA INFORMATION SESSIONS For location details and to register, visit www.schulich.yorku.ca/infosessions Oshawa (Holiday Inn) We dnesday, January 31 6:30 pm-8:00 pm To ronto (Main Campus*) Tuesday, February 27 6:00 pm-7:30 pm *Optional building tour follows sessions To ronto (King & Bay Campus) Thursday, February 8 6:00 pm-7:30 pm FULL-TIME OPTIONS MBA, Accelerated MBA, International MBA, MBA/LLB, MPA PA RT-TIME OPTIONS King & Bay Campus Evenings Main Campus Evenings, Days, Alternate Weekends THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com obey Provincial law. Unlike the Jan. 19 delegations to the planning committee, the legal- ity of the matter was set aside and the debate turned to morality. There were prayers and props, scripture readings and delegations made by many faith groups, athe- ists and agnostics. Of the 12 to ad- dress council, three spoke against reciting the Lord’s Prayer and nine asked council to stand on the side of God. “Christians should be thank- ing Mr. Beissel because this has caused a great rush of Christian prayer,” said Ajax resident Dr. Ga- briel Ferdinand. Ajax resident Susan McGuire di- rected her comment to Mr. Beissel as well. “As Christians, and for myself as a Catholic, we will always stand up for truth, God and for prayer,” she said. “It is vital, we cannot remove God from our lives and when we try it is when things start to tum- ble.” Those in opposition asked coun- cil to vote in favour of the greater authority, the Province. “The moral majority may not necessarily be speaking for the real majority,” said Robert Acton, a Whitby resident. He said the people speaking in favour of the prayer are the same people who lobby against the Harry Potter novels and protest against abortion. He asked council not to be in- timidated by them. Ajax Councillor Colleen Jordan, Pickering Councillor Bonnie Lit- tley, Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Uxbridge Mayor Bob Shepherd voted against the motion. “It is not a matter of being pro- religious or anti-religious,” Mayor Shepherd said. “It is a matter of principle and appropriateness; it has no place in a political forum. Mayor argues prayer ‘has no place in a political forum’ ✦ Mayor from page 1 EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Region’s purchase of GM Centre box irks To the editor: I have been paying high property taxes including the Re- gional share for more than 34 years. Will Roger Anderson send me an invitation to a Generals game in “our box”? I don’t think so! A regional employee receiving free seats means you and I have to dig deeper into our pockets to give an incentive to someone who already has one of the area’s best jobs. Who does the Region need to impress in order to make a deal? That is a question that needs to be answered. There needs to be a regis- ter so that any taxpayer can see who is using this box and why. Finally, whoever believes this box will cost $50,000 will be in for a shock when all the entertainment costs are added up. The final cost in a year is likely to reach close to $100,000. The Region might only prove me wrong if it keeps a record, as it should, for all related GMC box expenses. 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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, January 26, 2007 durhamregion.com I t’s easy these days to take shots at the justice system. Sentencing, plea bargains, delays in bringing cases to trial -- all these factors are fodder for politicians and pundits seeking in- flammatory material to further various agendas. As with a lot of institutions, it’s easy to criticize from the outside looking in. It’s right that we respond with emo- tion and passion to matters of justice. These issues count. They speak to the essence of the society in which we live; we can well be judged by the way in which we deal with those who break our laws, which really are a reflection of our beliefs and values -- what we col- lectively view as right and wrong. Va rious people want various results from the system, ranging from retri- bution to rehabilitation and there are principles and mechanisms in place to achieve both. In fact sentencing could be succinctly described as a balancing of those goals. What people want to know, though, is whether or not the system works -- does it appropriately address each offend- er and his prospects for rehabilitation while protecting the public. They want accountability. The Truth and Transparency in the Justice System Act, proposed in Decem- ber by Progressive Conservative leader John Tory, would have been a good place to start. The legislation would have called for annual reports on vio- lent offences dealt with in the courts, bail violations and surety bonds seized, plea bargains and other statistics. The bill was voted down by the Liberal- dominated legislature. The bill may have been perceived as watchdog legislation with an agenda -- Conservatives looking to slam a system they see as soft on crime -- but it has the potential, correctly crafted and present- ed, to shine a light on an institution few know well, but are quick to criticize. And such an audit, done with regular- ity, could highlight systemic weakness- es that create these crises of confidence among the public. The system by and large works, but it is far from perfect. A tremendous amount of public faith could be curried if it were seen to be addressing what’s wrong. Jeff Mitchell is the Durham Region Media Group’s justice reporter. His column appears periodically. E-mail jmitchell@durhamregion.com. A little accountability would go a long way in justice system Scrap walking bridge plan Never mind tying it to the building of an office tower, the proposed pedestrian bridge over Hwy. 401 should be dropped entirely. Council on Monday reaffirmed the bridge is dependent on the development of an office tower in the Pickering Town Centre (PTC) parking lot. Readers might recall, in 1996 when the section of the high- way through Pickering was widened, footings were put in place for an enclosed bridge linking the Pickering GO station to the PTC. The idea is to create a link between the two sites so pedestrians can more easily access the PTC, the Pickering downtown in general and the GO station. In June 2003 the City received a $1.1 million provincial grant for the project. Roughly seven months later, word came from then-Picker- ing councillor Maurice Brenner that the project was closer to going ahead, with an agreement between the City and a private-sector partner to build the bridge. With the provincial funding, it made for a three-way partnership. How things change. The private-sector partner is gone, the office tower proposed in 2005 is no sure thing and the price tag, which less than a year ago was estimated at $4.5 million, is now $7.7 million. Sure, the City is looking at applying for grants to lessen the burden and it’s been suggested the cost won’t be as high. But, the wisdom of the entire project has to be questioned. It’s been stated before, in support of the bridge, that 250 to 300 pedestrian trips are taken over the Liverpool Road bridge, a number that would supposedly double if a pedestrian bridge was built. It begs the question - would taxpayers support spending millions of their dollars so around 300 more people could cross a new bridge, given that there already is a nearby bridge? The answer is a firm ‘no’. As Mayor Dave Ryan has noted, Pickering’s inability to garner assessment dollars from its lands in limbo, namely the long-awaited Seaton development, means it is facing a tax as- sessment shortfall. Pickering residents can expect large tax in- creases for the foreseeable future. In this climate, it’s a bad idea to add to the tax burden a project that was questionable from day one, with no private-sector partner to foot some of the bill. Even if such a partner could be found, the project would still cost taxpayers millions. Pickering council needs to finally say the bridge project shouldn’t go ahead. It’s not what taxpayers want. Jeff Mitchell staff reporter THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Programs aimed at giving kids dreams By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — At south Oshawa’s Bobby Orr Public School, some kids cry because they don’t want to go home. For some of the kids who laugh and run to the school’s front doors during the glistening morning sun, Bobby Orr is a place where they are just starting to learn how to dream. Located just south of Simcoe and Wentworth streets, the school is surrounded by a mix of subsidized and new housing. In Durham, the majority of social assistance cases are in Oshawa, with a high concen- tration in the south. “They don’t know there’s any- thing out there,” says Principal Peggy Jo Scott, dressed in a yel- low and black hockey jersey for the school’s All Stars Program - just one of the events held at the school de- signed to help inspire kids. As she walks through the school’s hallways, lined with posters enforc- ing positive morals and values, stu- dents run up, happy to see her. “I haven’t been to the office at all,” says one boy, throwing his arms around her. Another student brags about his high spelling test score and gives her a high-five. “Come see me after recess for a treat,” says Ms. Scott. “Me too,” smiles a little girl near- by. Although Ms. Scott seems right at home at the south Oshawa school, her position came with a “total cul- ture shock”. “I didn’t realize there were so many kids that needed so much in this area,” says Ms. Scott. With her principal position at Bobby Orr, came a higher popula- tion of students in special education and more behavioural problems. “There are a lot of kids with be- havioural problems because their life has been upset,” said Ms. Scott. She said one boy was acting up in class - a closer look into why, re- vealed his mother was arrested the night before and he had to wait up for her in jail. “Each child has their story,” said Ms. Scott. It took her awhile to recognize a lot of the behaviour problems were poverty based because parents try to hide it, she said. “That pride is important to them, they’re doing the best they can,” said Ms. Scott. In an area surrounded by housing at a cheaper level, the school has lots of single-parent families and custody issues as well. Bobby Orr Public School has lots of association with the Children’s Aid Society as a result. “In this type of population, this has to be a safe school,” says Ms. Scott. “They know we care.” As a staff at the school, teachers learned to talk about the challenges faced by some of their students so the issues could be approached as a team. In the last four years, the school hasn’t had any staff turnover, except for one teacher who moved away. When the school is hiring staff, it looks for kind people, not just teachers, who are willing to put in extra. Since Bobby Orr opened its doors more than five years ago, staff have been able to identify the academic and behaviour needs of students. They’ve had professional develop- ment days about the impact of pov- erty on children and their different needs, as well as interaction with children and parents. Programs in the school are de- signed to help all students learn they can contribute to the com- munity and feel good about them- selves. Through the All Stars Pro- gram (Scholastics, Teamwork, Arts and athletics, Respect and Service), kids receive certificates for partici- pating in volunteer programs. For displaying values and respect, they also get rewards such as lunches and Oshawa Generals hockey tick- ets, donated by the team. The school has lots of community partners: last year, a business pro- vided 24 computers for the school to give to families in the commu- nity; Costco provides backpacks with school supplies; Whitby Sun- rise Rotary Club reads to students; the Kiwanis buys snowsuits and gloves; and local businesses donate money for things such as holiday turkey dinners. For the dinners, staff volunteer to prepare the meal and students can donate a toonie if they have one. The program allows ev- eryone to have a turkey dinner. “In a school that experiences some poverty, the holidays are a dreadful time,” said Ms. Scott. Some kids come from less than stellar home lives and school offers a safe place for them, she said. Through the school’s tribal pro- grams, students break into groups which include an adult represen- tative who is a safe person to talk with. “For those children experi- encing poverty, that’s probably the best thing,” said Ms. Scott. “It also gives that staff person a chance to see what the student needs.” Maurice Brenner, a former Pickering regional councillor and Durham child poverty advocate, said some people are embarrassed by their poverty, which is especially hard to hide in winter. Sometimes, kids will not wear a warm coat be- cause it’s ripped, and may even stay home if it’s really cold, he said. “That feeling of difference is still there and it leaves an emotional scar,” said Mr. Brenner. In Ajax, Tracey Grose, a social worker with the Durham District School Board, helps make connec- tions with parents in order to help their children. “I’m the kind of person with the wheels outside the school,” said Ms. Grose. Along with making connec- tions with social agencies and com- munity groups, she helps families utilize services. Instead of just handing them a card, Ms. Grose may go to their house, coach them through making the phone call and navigating the system, and help them with the ap- pointment. “Sometimes I go and wait in the waiting room,” Ms. Grose said. When it comes to helping kids, family perspectives can be a chal- lenge, said Ms. Grose. Not all par- ents encourage success, she added. At J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate in Ajax, Reality Days are held to in- troduce students to different career options and professionals, said Ms. Grose. Schools also help students discover their strengths and weak- ness and get them involved in work placement programs. Through such exposure, kids can see there are choices out there for them. In high school, two things hap- pen, said Ms. Grose. “They can sleeplessly go along with whatever path lies before them, or they can resist,” said Ms. Grose. At Bobby Orr Public School, ex- posure to community role models is also provided, with professionals brought in to talk to students about their job and help give them some- thing to aspire towards. “The dreams are really impor- tant, they need something to work on,” said Ms. Scott. “If they don’t have dreams, they don’t have a reason to be here in school,” said Ms. Scott. With the motto ‘Dreams In Mo- tion’, Bobby Orr Public School’s belief is that every student should have an opportunity to succeed, re- gardless of their family background, and should believe they are equal, said Ms. Scott. This is the third in a three-part series looking at the impact of poverty on youth South Oshawa school works to change lives Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Bobby Orr Public School principal Peggy-Jo Scott reads to a group of Grades 1 to 3 students. The school prides itself on the relationship with students in an economically sensitive area. Possible route could start at Lakeridge Road By Lesley Bovie lbovie@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Long-stand- ing woes over a proposed Hwy. 407 link in Whitby are giving way to a new sense of optimism from local politi- cians. Regional chairman Roger Anderson says the time is ripe for Whitby and Ajax to sit down and hammer out a preferred route before the Province makes its final de- cision this spring. “There is a compromise route available,” he recently told Whitby council. “But it’s going to take some dis- cussions between Whitby and Ajax.” In an interview, the re- gional chairman said “a few options are being dis- cussed,” but a possible route could start at the future Lak- eridge Road Hwy. 401 inter- change and head north to Hwy. 2. Instead of continuing along Lakeridge, the route would curve to the east be- fore heading north again and linking up with an ex- tended 407. But it wouldn’t curve as far east as the route long considered by the Province and feared by Whitby residents, he said. Councillor Elizabeth Roy feels it’s a much better route than the alternative, which would see a link built be- tween Halls Road and the neighbourhood of Queen’s Common. Homeowners there have fought those plans since they were in- troduced in the early 1990s as part of the original en- vironmental assessment for the Hwy. 407 extension, she said. To day, the cry “West is Best,” calling on the Prov- ince to push the link fur- ther west, is just as strong. Residents and Town offi- cials worry the Halls Road- Queen’s Common link could split the West Whitby community in half, destroy- ing established neighbour- hoods and valuable future employment lands. “I think it’s something the communities could work with,” said Ms. Roy, of the chairman’s plan. Not only is it less intrusive to Queen’s Common but it wouldn’t alter the Almond subdivision near Lakeridge Road. Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said it was his suggestion as early as November that Whitby Mayor Pat Perkins and Chairman Anderson begin talks. 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While Clare- mont is not quite next door to urban Pickering, the new shelter location is at least in the same municipality. Resi- dents currently have to travel to Clar- ington to pick up a lost pet or to adopt an animal in need of a home. Lindsay Brenner, supervisor of ani- mal services, said the new partnership is beneficial for residents, staff and the animals they serve. “It will decrease the amount of time it takes people to pick up their pets,” she said. The partnership comes at a cost of $40,000 a year and it is not to exceed five years. The City has talked about opening its own animal shelter at some point in the future. Ms. Brenner said for now this option provides many benefits, including hav- ing a veterinarian on site, “which is a huge asset to our service,” she said. 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Unit 17, Ajax Te l: (905) 428-1328 / 1-800-669-1257 GREAT SERVICE! GREAT PRICES! Pickering now has a local animal shelter Winterfest promises a cool time in Ajax AJAX — A cool day of fun is planned for Sunday, Feb. 11. Ajax holds its annual Winterfest cel- ebration at the Greenwood Conserva- tion Area from 1 to 4 p.m. As always, there’s a day of activities planned, including horse-drawn wagon rides, guided hikes led by members of the Ajax Trails Advocacy committee, children’s games, make-and-take arts and crafts, a bonfire and marshmal- low roast, and displays by the Toronto Region Conservation Authority. A new feature this year is the mas- ter carvers from GoldenChefs, who do professional ice-carving demonstra- tions. Weather permitting, there’s skat- ing (bring your own skates and hel- mets), snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. A heated tent will be provided as a place to warm up with free hot chocolate and other treats for sale at a nominal price. There’s no admission fee. Remember to dress warmly. The conservation area is on Green- wood Road, which runs off of Westney Road north of Taunton Road. 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The poll included 24 statements and response options of strongly agree, agree, disagree, and strongly disagree. “Of all 24 statements, 66.3 per cent of the students answered they strongly agree or agree to the questions, suggesting the majority of stu- dents have a positive attitude towards school,” said Luigia Ayotte, superintendent of program services. At the time of the survey, 21,895 students were enrolled in the affected grades and 17,773 responded. Through it, 63 per cent agreed they like to read, 56.6 per cent agreed they like to write, and 51 per cent agreed they like math. About 84 per cent reported they like art more than science, and half of the students like social students. The survey also revealed a gender gap: more girls than boys like and believe they are good at reading and writing than math and science, and more boys than girls like science and math. “Our students feel safe in school, that’s almost 80 per cent of them,” said Ms. Ayotte. Close to the same percentage also felt safe in the com- munity and while travelling to and from school. For recreation, most felt there were opportuni- ties to participate in clubs, teams and activities at school, and that fitness and physical activi- ties were available. Copies of individual school data are available to principals to use for improve- ment and program planning. Beginning in 2008, the surveys will be completed by students in Grade 4 to Grade 11 every other year. 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IN TODAY’S News Ad vertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS * Delivered to selected households only Fr iday January 26 , 2007 News Advertiser * Ajax IDA Pharmacy Ajax/Pick. * Ajax Sobey’s Ajax * Bad Boy Furniture Ajax/Pick. * Bargain Shop Ajax/Pick. * Best Buy Canada Ajax/Pick. * Bulk Barn Ajax/Pick. * Canadian Tire Ajax/Pick. * Chef Yan Pick. * Covers Ajax * Dominion Ajax/Pick. * Formula Ford Ajax/Pick. * Food Basics Ajax/ick. * Future Shop Ajax/Pick. * IGA Ajax * Linens N’ Things Ajax/Pick. * Loblaws Pickering Pick. * New Homes Ajax/Pick. * Panago Pizza Ajax * Petcetera Ajax/Pick. * Petro Canada Ajax * Pharma Plus Ajax/Pick. * Pickering Sobey’s Pick. * Pizza Pizza Ajax/Pick. * Price Chopper Ajax/Pick. * Real Canadian Superstore Ajax/Pick. * Sears Ajax/Pick. * Shoppers Drug Mart Ajax/Pick. * Smart Source Ajax/Pick. * The Bay Ajax/Pick. * The Bedroom & Futon Shop Ajax/Pick. * The Tile Guys Ajax/Pick. * Walm art Food Pick. * Wheels Scar. * Your Independent Grocer Pick. * Zellers Ajax/Pick. 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NEW-TO-YOU SALE: A New-To-You sale takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 1201 St. Martin’s Dr., Pickering. Used cloth- ing, a White Elephant Table, toys, books and bargains galore. For more information, call 905-839-4257. MEDITATION: The Centre for Mind- ful Therapies hosts Friday Night Meditation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This week’s meditation is lead by Nancy Dranitsaris and provides the perfect opportunity to unwind and de-stress. Pre-registration is not required, but arrive a bit early. If you prefer to sit on the floor, bring a blanket or yoga mat for your comfort. It’s at 109 Old Kingston Rd., Unit 14, Ajax. For more information, call 905-428.1404. SATURDAY, JANUARY 27 FREE STRESS REDUCTION SEMI- NAR: The Centre for Mindful Thera- pies offers a free stress reduction seminar from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Partici- pants receive an overview of a unique approach to stress reduction. It’s at 109 Old Kingston Rd., Unit 14, in Ajax. To r egister, contact Nancy Dranitsaris at 905-428-1404, ext. 300. FAITH AT WORK BUSINESS NET- WORKING: The quarterly event provides business people ample time to network in a faith-based set- ting. Tim Young is the guest speaker. Par ticipants can learn practical steps to eliminate debt. Pre-registration is $25. The cost includes lunch. It’s from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 1920 Bayly St., Pickering. For more information, call Hazel at 905- 231-0193. YOUTH PROGRAM: VV’s Youth Pro- gram for young people aged 13 to 19 years opens at 1 p.m. in Ajax Alliance Church, located at the southeast cor- ner of Ritchie Avenue and Westney Road. For more information, contact Ve r onica at 905-426-4557 or 416-838- 9198. SAFETY AWARENESS RULES: From 1 to 1:45 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library, students in Kindergarten to Grade 2 can learn about Stranger Danger, street-proofing and bullying. Students in Grades 3 to 6 can attend the 2 to 2:45 p.m. program. Registra- tion is required, call the library for more information. MONDAY, JANUARY 29 BRIDGE: The Ajax Seniors Friend- ship Club hosts a game of bridge for seniors every Monday at 1 p.m. at 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Beginners are welcome, but should come earlier. For more information, call Jean at 905-619-2626. MOOD DISORDER: Support groups for sufferers of depression, anxiety or stress meet every Monday at the Salvation Army Hope Community Care Centre, 35 Kings Cres., Ajax. Sessions are from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. or 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Held in partner- ship with the Mood Disorders Asso- ciation of Ontario. 905-426-4347. TUESDAY, JANUARY 30 DISCUSSION GROUP: The Ajax Tuesday Morning Seniors’ Discus- sion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Bill Parish speaks on Water: The staff of life and how can we protect it. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). EXERCISE GROUP: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club hosts an exercise group at 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 46 Exeter Rd. There is a second session at 2:45 p.m. Call Lynne at 905-426-7605. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31 WEIGHT LOSS: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Wednesdays in the lower level of Peace Lutheran Church, 928 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. Weigh-in is from 6 to 6:50 p.m. and the meeting at 7 p.m. 905-420-3583 (Petra). PASSPORT TO WORKPLACE SAFE- TY: The YMCA Durham Employment & Community hosts an information session on Workplace Safety from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Learn about your rights to safety in the workplace. Partici- pants can complete their Passport to Safety online certificate after the workshop. It’s at the YMCA Youth Foyer, 1550 Kingston Rd. (at Valley Farm Road), Suite 7, Pickering. To register, call 905-686-7060. SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION CLASS: Learn how to meditate every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The free pro- gram is at the Duffins Creek Co-op., 1555 Finch Ave., unit 76, Pickering. For more information, call Deo or Farida at 905-420-7252. CLOTHING GIVEAWAY: The Ajax- Pickering Salvation Army Family Services Centre, 37 Kings Cres., Ajax, holds a clothing giveaway from 1 to 3 p.m. for single parents, low or no-income, or disadvantaged families. 905-427-7123. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1 YMCA WORKSHOP: The YMCA Durham Employment and Community hosts a human rights and employ- ment standards workshop from 2 to 3 p.m. at the YMCA Youth Foyer, Suite 7, 1550 Kingston Rd. at Valley Farm Road and Hwy. 2, Pickering. The event teaches participants about worker rights, including minimum wage, breaks and lunches, discrimination and sexual harassment. Relevant leg- islation will be discussed, as well as where to seek more information or file complaints. Call 905-686-7060. NATURALISTS MEETING: The Pickering Naturalists meets at 7:30 p.m. at the O’Brien at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 1867 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering. James Kamstra talks about the journey from Rio to Pantanal discussing the wetlands, flora and fauna, and how the habitat is threatened. An Open Session with Jim & Christine On Thursday February 1 st ,2007 from 7pm to 9pm Westminster United Church, 1850 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby (On the northwest corner of Rossland Rd. and Garrard Rd.) For further information please contact Jim Flaherty P.C., M.P. at 905-665-8182 Christine Elliott M.P.P. at 905-430-1141 The Honourable Jim Flaherty, P.C., M.P. Whitby- Oshawa Christine Elliott M.P.P. WHITBY-AJAX Looking for answers? The Alpha course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, non- threatening manner in 10 thought-provoking sessions. It’s low key, friendly and fun! You’re not on your own either. More than 8 million people worldwide have attended this non-denominational introduction to the Christian faith. Join us on a journey of discovery! Our next Alpha Course will start: Date:Monday, February 19, 2007 6:30 pm Starts with a meal, then video & discussion! Location:St. Paul’s on the Hill Anglican Church 882 Kingston Rd. Pickering Contact:Fred and Cathy Fleming Phone: 905-831-7062 or email at: stpaulsonthehill.com Course Cost: $10.00 The Alpha Course An opportunity to explore the meaning of life durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 Billboard JANUARY 26, 2007 PICKERING Pickering Town Centre 905 837-1212 WHITBY Whitby Mall next to Staples 905 725-1212 Whitby Smart Centre 905 655-1200 Also available at these participating retailers: Available at the following Bell stores: Offer ends February 1, 2007; available upon new activation on a min. 3-yr. service agreement on a FamilyShare plan of a min. value of $35/month (max. of 5 members on the same account). 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AJAX — Janet Matthews, editor and co-author of the Canadian best sell- er ‘Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul’ speaks at Pickering Village United Church today (Friday, Jan. 26), beginning at 12:30 p.m. Entitled History, Heri- tage Heroes and Heart, her presentation is designed to inspire, uplift and inform. The talk is in the Fellow- ship Room on the lower level of the church, 300 Church St. N. in Ajax (north of Pickering High School). For more information, call the church at 905-683- 4721, e-mail pvuc@pvuc.ca or visit www.pvuc.ca. Soup is good for the soul Group would like $65,000 in funding By Danielle Milley dmilley@durhamregion.com PICKERING — The Durham West Arts Centre has been sup- ported by Pickering in the past and it would like to see the fi- nancial support continue this year. John Sabean, DWAC chairman, made a presentation on Jan. 15 to council asking for $65,000 in funding for this year, “much less than the per capita amount Pickering should be spending on the arts.” The money would be used for operating costs for the year, such as to pay the rent on the group’s temporary facility. Council said the request is to be considered during budget de- liberations. The City of Pickering has been supportive of the group and it’s goal of building an arts centre in west Durham. Mr. Sabean thanked the City for its past support. “We hope our relationship will continue to be a good one,” he said. In addition to operating grants, the 2006 Mayor’s Gala raised $50,000 for the building fund. “The Durham West Arts Cen- tre exists solely to build an art centre for west Durham,” Mr. Sa- bean said. “The centre we plan to build w ill be a world class regional facility. “We’re on the verge of seeing that vision become a reality.” They project the centre to be built in or by 2011. Mayor Dave Ryan, the honor- ary chairman of the DWAC Foun- dation, said at least one location is being actively investigated as the site for the centre. DWAC’s vision is to build an arts centre in Ajax or Pickering that would be a venue for theat- rical and musical productions, as well as provide gallery, stu- dio and storage space for west Durham’s artists. Some of the programming they propose would happen there is the Rotary Music Festival, exhi- bitions of the work of local high school students, and an annual drama festival. “We pledge you will always get more than your money’s worth from our team,” Mr. Sabean said. With the council term now four years, Mr. Sabean said the decision of whether or not to support the arts centre lies with the current council members. “We are going to build an art centre... we have what it takes to build an art centre,” he said. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com Arts centre asks Pickering for financial support LHIN looking for residents interested in seniors’ health issues DURHAM — The Central East Local Health Integration Network is looking for people with an in- terest in seniors’ health issues to become a part of the Seamless Care for Seniors Health Interest Network. The local LHIN invites inter- ested individuals, seniors’ orga- nizations, and health and social service providers to become a part of the network as it lays the foun- dation for an improved system of care for seniors and their caregiv- ers. The Central East LHIN, which covers an area that includes Scar- borough, Durham Region, Nor- thumberland/Havelock, Peterbor- ough, Kawartha Lakes and Hali- burton Highlands, has the second highest number of people aged 65 and older in the province. “Increasing age can result in challenges such as physical and cognitive decline, multiple illness- es and increasing chronic condi- tions, leading to a need to access the health system more frequent- ly,” says Marilyn Emery, Central East LHIN CEO. “This trend of complex needs for our aging population has a signifi- cant impact on the individual, the caregiver and our health system.” The purpose of the Seamless Care for Seniors Network is to bring together as many people as possible to work collectively with the LHIN to understand the needs of seniors and their caregivers, improve knowledge transfer, and provide advice to the LHIN. Membership in the Seamless Care for Seniors Network is volun- tary and there is no membership fee. To join, people are asked to fill out a membership agreement that is posted on the Central East LHIN website (www.centraleastl- hin.on.ca) on the Seamless Care for Seniors Network page by Feb. 16. For more information or if you don’t have access to the internet, call the LHIN office at 905-427- 5497 or 1-866-804-5446. To ll Free: 1.877.655.2138 Across from Wallmart PlazaAcross from Walmart Plaza Salon Blo invites new and existing clients to experience a complimementary “Colour Spa Package” with any service at our new location. Our team will create the perfect colour and style for you. Recognized for its award winning team, Salon Blo is committed to delivering the highest quality of service and excellence in style technique and fashion. Sid Ryan believes incident cost him 2006 election By Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM — An Oshawa resident will appear in court this week facing two charges under the Federal Elections Act, over attempts to link an NDP candidate to an Irish terrorist group. In January 2006, just days before the federal election vote, former Conserva- tive Party campaign worker Alan Clarke created and distributed flyers that al- legedly linked Oshawa NDP hopeful Sid Ryan, to Sinn Fein, a group widely believed to be the political arm of the Irish Republican Army (IRA). The flyer, which turned up at the Oshawa General Motors plant, City Hall and other locations, included a photo of Mr. Ryan standing next to Alex Maskey -- a Sinn Fein member and former Lord Mayor of Belfast -- and stated it was taken at a Sinn Fein fundraiser. Under the headline, “What Do You Really Know About Sid Ryan?” the leaf- let described the IRA as “a terrorist orga- nization that has killed more than 2,500 men, women and children in Ireland and England,” and featured a photo of a man holding a machine gun. After losing the election to incumbent Conservative MP Colin Carrie, Mr. Ryan filed a civil suit seeking $1 million in damages from Mr. Clarke and also filed a complaint with Elections Canada. “I’m very pleased Elections Canada has now stepped in and said this was a breach of the Elections Act, which I said at the beginning,” Mr. Ryan said last week. “He not only smeared my name and possibly cost me the election, I think he may have endangered my life by labelling me in the manner that he did.” After Mr. Ryan filed his civil suit, Mr. Clarke came back with a statement of defence, in which he admitted to pre- paring the flyer, but argued the content was not defamatory or malicious in na- ture. Mr. Clarke could not be reached for comment this week, but said in a Sep- tember 2006 interview, he had nothing to apologize for. “Why would I apologize for telling the truth?” he asked. His statement of defence calls the flyers fair comment, based on the fact Mr. Ryan was seeking public office and that CAW Local 222 had opted to publicly support his bid for MP. The statement of defence indicates Mr. Clarke was “...under a legal, and/or moral, and/or social duty to publish the said words to his fellow union mem- bers...” Mr. Clarke recently filed a counter- claim, seeking $1 million in damages from Mr. Ryan, arguing he has suffered damages as a result of the original law- suit. 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Note: The original ad that appeared on January 10, 2007 had an incorrect street number. Submissions must be received no later than February 3, 2007. Please include your name, address and telephone number. If petition is submitted to the Commission, please identify the designated contact person. Note: The AGCO gives the applicant copies of any objections. Anonymous objections are not considered. The personal information gathered is collected under the authority of the Liquor Licence Act. The principal purpose of the collection is to assess eligibility for the issuance of a liquor sales licence. Copies of all objections are given to the applicant. The information may also be disclosed pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Manager, Licensing and Registration, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario at the address, telephone numbers or e-mail address listed below. 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C wardsivic2006 Help make Pickering History. Nominate someone who has made a significant contribution to our community .by 4 pm on Thursday, February 15, 2007 You don’t need to be at the end of the road to have a lifetime of achievement. Be A Part Of Their - Story The City of Pickering will present Civic Awards to recognize exceptional contributions to our community. These annual awards are a record of excellence that become a part of Pickering's rich history. These individuals, groups or businesses, whose contributions in 2006 go above and beyond, need a champion to bring them into the spotlight. Help us make history. Submit a nomination before 4 pm, February 15, 2007. Nomination Forms and Award Category descriptions are available at Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade at the Customer Care Centre or online at cityofpickering.com A selection committee will review the nominations and determine recipients from each of the categories. The presentations will take place in the Council Chambers at the Pickering Civic Complex. Saturday, May 26, 2007 Esplanade Park (behind Pickering City Hall) 11 am - 5 pm event details and applications 9 0 5 . 4 2 0 . 4 6 2 0 cityofpickering.com/greatevents EDANALPSEEHTNOArtfest is presented by The City of Pickering & PineRidge Arts Council. Looking for an opportunity to showcase your artform in downtown Pickering? Discover the Magic of Artfest. Hosted in the beautiful park setting of Pickering City Hall, Artfest attracts hundreds of individuals from Durham Region and around the GTA to this one day outdoor event. Visual Artists are invited to exhibit and sell their original artwork at this event, which features up to 80 visual artists. Spaces are available for the low cost of $20. Performing Artists are invited to perform at the Gazebo in Esplanade Park. Share and showcase your group’s performing talents. There is no cost to perform at this event. 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SURVEY RESULTS HOW WILL YOUR LIFESTYLE CHANGE BY 2017? 37 per cent of Canadians are concerned they won’t be able to afford the lifestyle they have now in 10 years 24 per cent predict their lifestyle will remain the same 32 per cent think their lifestyle will be better rity d ty d y dindindinging fng fong fogforgforfor aor a nad ra“ adia “ diansans b sp sb spe b penpendpendendindin L When it comes to spe ajority of Canadia DURHAM — It is a scenario that plays out frequently in Janu- ary. Armed with a New Year’s reso- lution to get fit or lose weight, customers flock to local fitness clubs hoping to get a good deal. They leave with heads spinning from the sales pitch and a signed contract in their hand. “Whenever you get into a situ- ation where people are buying services like a health club ser- vice, they often don’t take the time to really examine the club and really examine the contract and ensure they understand everything about it,” says Doug Simpson, president of the Cana- dian Council of Better Business Bureaus. The result, he says, is that misunderstandings happen and consumers miss provisions that probably would have caused them not to sign up in the first place. “Take the contract home,” he suggests. “You can negotiate terms. Peo- ple have the tendency to think a pre-printed form is not change- able and, of course, that’s simply not true. They may have some latitude as to what changes they can make to that contract,” Mr. Simpson adds. James Smith* works at one of the country’s largest fitness club chains and says that, for the most part, the sales team isn’t out to get you. “It is really up to people to do their research,” he says. He advises potential members to re- search the company, not just the club. “Look at their website, see what it has done in the past. See what locations have closed recently,” Mr. Smith said. The Ministry of Government Services (www.mgs.gov.on.ca) and the Better Business Bureau (www.bbb.org) provides back- ground data -- such as the num- ber of complaints it has received from consumers -- on most com- panies. Mr. Simpson encourages people to use the free service as part of their research. “A lso talk to people. Ask how they are enjoying the service,” he said. “Talk to the staff. Get a sense of how staff deal with you because you will be dealing with them all the time.” Mr. Smith says the best thing to do is ask for a one-week trial membership. “Most reputable clubs will allow you to try out their facilities for a week before making a deci- sion,” he said, adding that a good club will hold on to their original membership offer for that time - - meaning no one-day-only sales offers. And if a sale representative pressures you to make a decision on the spot? “Walk away,” he advises. “It’s an indication of the service you will get from them in other areas.” Mr. Simpson says high-pres- sure tactics are one of the sales practice issues consumers often complain about to the BBB. “If they’re not prepared to let you take the contract home and review it, stay away from them,” he said. In Ontario, consumers who enter into contracts with service providers are protected under the newly-revamped Consumer Protection Act, which came into effect in July 2005. Under that law, each agreement over $50 is subject to a 10-day cooling-off period. This means the consum- er has the right to cancel the con- tract within 10 days of signing. This should be done in writing, with a date stamp and signature from the club representative on both the consumer and club cop- ies. “The government certainly put into place a regulatory re- gime on these clubs and they, of course, have a responsibility to abide by those provisions and to provide their services in an honest and ethical manner,” he said. “But I think that, as with anything, there is an equal onus on us as consumers to do our homework and make sure we un- derstand what we are signing.” *Name has been changed. Get fit, not broke As the number of people heading into fitness clubs spikes after the new year, consumer groups are warning buyers to beware By Izabela Jaroszynski Questions to ask before joining: - Is the equipment safe and modern? - How long do equipment repairs take? Be wary if maintenance takes too long. - Is it clean? Dirty carpets and neglected washrooms are financial trouble indicators. - Is there enough space available? Ensure there is no over-crowding or cancellation of classes due to low registration. - Are the instructors qualified? - Do they offer a fitness test to eval- uate your fitness level and assess your goals? Book it well before the 10-day cooling-off period ends. - What are the club hours? Make sure the club schedule fits yours. - Is a personal trainer required? Be wary of pressure tactics some clubs use to convince consumers that they absolutely “need” an instructor to set up a customized program. Per- sonal trainers don’t come cheap, so decide in advance if you require one. - Will they allow you to sit in on class- es you’re interested in? Reputable gyms usually don’t mind if you watch quietly from afar. - Do you have access to check out spas, bodybuilding equipment, rac- quet courts, simple workout rooms, weights and exercise equipment? - What are the opinions and experi- ences of other club members at this facility? Source: Ministry of Government Services Your rights - Ensure that you read and under- stand all of the fine print. - Know that you have 10 days from when you receive a written copy of the agreement or the day all the ser- vices in the agreement are available, whichever is later, to rescind or can- cel the agreement with no penalty. - Never sign up for a “lifetime mem- bership” -- it is illegal for clubs to offer them. - For your financial protection, insist on paying in monthly instalments. If the club goes out of business, you won’t lose a whole year’s worth of payments. - The method of payment is up to you. Fitness clubs can only access credit cards and bank accounts at the consumer’s request. - Keep a copy of the contract. - If you decide to cancel the contract within the 10-day cooling off period, keep a copy of the cancellation letter. Ensure that it is date/time-stamped and signed by a club official. WWW.PICKERINGMARKETS.COM Rumble of theJungle Saturday & Sunday January 27th & 28th presented by the Bowmanville Zoo ) • Limba the world’s sweetest elephant with Sammy the world’s smallest mouse • Nero & Leo the African lions, Robbie the Tiger & Pepsi the Zebra Admission: $2 and all proceeds to Tickets on sale at the information booth on weekends or at the show • 540+ vendors • huge international food court • sportscards & memorabilia • open Saturdays & Sundays (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) 3 shows per day! 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Featuring... THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Young actors take journey into horrors of war By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The group of young men waiting for re- hearsal to start in the drama room at Port Perry High School are dressed casually, in jeans, T-shirts and sneak- ers. On stage, however, they transform into young men who wear khaki uniforms, carry guns and are totally fo- cused on staying alive. The young actors, mostly Durham high school stu- dents, are rehearsing for next month’s production of ‘Journey’s End’, R.C. Sherriff’s three-act play about life in the British trenches before the German’s last great of- fensive of the war. The stag- ing of the play, in Port Perry, Oshawa and Whitby, will raise money for the trip this April by 700 students from 15 high schools to England and France to mark the 90th anniversary of the First World War battle of Vimy Ridge. “I can’t really imagine my- self fighting in a war,” said 17- year-old Joey Slegtenhorst, of Ajax, who plays Second Lieu- tenant Raleigh, new to the front. “The character finds ev- erything surreal, new and he doesn’t really understand the weight of it,” he said. “I think that’s how it would be for me. My character is sheltered just like we are today.” “Half of them are teen- agers and half of them are adults,” said director Joanne Norman. “I wanted it to be as realistic as possible with respect to their ages.” She’s pulled actors from all over Durham for the play, selecting a mix of veteran ac- tors and upcoming thespi- ans. Surprisingly, she’s found the young actors more than willing to throw themselves into their parts. “You’d really expect teens to be holding themselves back,” she said. “Some of them are just showing me all the emotions an experienced actor would give you. They’re starting to understand more and more why we are doing the play.” Eric and Joey said the young people in the play have done a lot of research into the war and its soldiers. Both are going on the trip this spring and have also re- searched Canadian soldiers who took part in the Vimy offensive. Both agree taking part in the play, becoming characters who are soldiers, has helped them. “I think it will give me a better understanding of what the soldiers went through,” Joey said. “When I pay my respects (at Vimy Ridge), I’m going to pay my respects to people my age. I learned that even though they lived quite a few years ago, they were very much the same as us.” Called the most accurate portrayal of war ever written for the stage, the play is set in English officers’ quarters in the support line, just 50 yards from the front trenches and about 100 yards from the Germans. The play is being present- ed by professional troupes in London, England, and New Yo rk. It’s not allowed to be staged anywhere outside of that in North America, apart from Durham Region. Nor- man said executive produc- er and tour organizer Dave Robinson made special ar- rangements with the play’s publishers to get the rights to produce it here. ‘Journey’s End’ is present- ed Feb. 1, 2 and 3 at Town Hall 1873 in Port Perry, Feb. 9 and 10 at Paul Dwyer Catholic High School in Oshawa and Feb. 16 and 17 at Father Leo Austin Catholic High School in Whitby. The performances are at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available in Port Perry at Henshalls Clothing and through www.starticketing. com. Photo by Mike Pochwat From left, Spencer Jones, Paul Chiusolo and Graeme Clarke rehearse a scene from the play ‘Journey’s End’, at Port Perry High School. Davies, Wayne perform AJAX — Lorraine Davies and Robert Wayne perform Friday, Jan. 26 at the Fiesta Siesta Pub. The duo is known to local music lovers as members of the Too Drunk to Fish Band. The show starts at 9 p.m. The pub is in the courtyard area of Pickering Village, 109 Old Kingston Rd. For more information, call 905-231- 1132. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Celia Klemenz/News Advertiser photo Squeeze play AJAX — Jaimar Brown, left, and Keyron Mattis of the Pickering High School Tr ojans put the squeeze on Stephen Humphrey of the Port Perry High School Rebels to take control of the ball during the final of the recent Port Perry Rebels junior boys’ basketball tournament. The Trojans won 57-49. Pickering defenceman to play in AHL all-star tilt in Toronto By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Sitting at Chica- go’s O’Hare International Airport waiting for a connecting flight after his Manchester Monarchs played games in Houston and San Antonio, T.J. Kemp can’t help but marvel at the dizzying heights he’s achieved in only a few short months. Since joining the American Hock- ey League Monarchs for his first full season, the Pickering resident has been a solid performer on the blue-line for the New Hampshire- based squad, the top farm club of the National Hockey League’s Los Angeles Kings. So solid, in fact, that he’s been named to the 2007 Rbk Hockey AHL All-Star Classic com- ing to Toronto’s Ricoh Centre this weekend. “Yeah, it really hasn’t sunk in yet,” says Kemp, 25, of playing in the annual AHL showcase, which, by pure coincidence, will be played close to his Pickering hometown with plenty of family and friends expected to be on hand. “I’m not nervous now, but once I get into the skills competition and the game I’m sure I will be nervous. It should be a great time for me, for sure.” The 5-foot, 11-inch, 197-pound rearguard is one of four Monarchs players who’ve been named to the AHL all-star game. He’ll be joined on Team Canada by goaltender Ja son LaBarbera. He’ll play against teammates Patrick O’Sullivan and his defence partner, Peter Harrold, who’ll suit up for the PlanetUSA all- star squad. The AHL all-star nod is most amazing as Kemp spent last season with the East Coast Hock- ey League’s Reading (Penn.) Roy- als. Through- out the season, however, Kemp played in 14 games with the AHL’s Peoria Rivermen, Iowa Stars, Mil- waukee Admirals and Bridgeport Sound Tigers during the 2005-06 season. Last year, he also represented Reading in the ECHL All-Star game in California. “Basically, I was an offensive de- fenceman in the East Coast league. I played a couple of shifts (with AHL clubs) but I didn’t get a chance. This year, I got an opportunity early and got a lot of ice time. The biggest part of it was confidence,” he says. In fact, he was preparing to re- turn to Reading this season, having re-signed with the team. He also attended training camp with the Binghamton Senators, the AHL af- filiate of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, before heading back to Reading. He was prepared and happy to begin the season there when fate inter- vened. “My coach in Reading, Karl Tay- lor, knew Manchester was hurting for ‘D’ because of a couple injuries and he thought I might go up there. I was in the middle of practice and they called me in and told me I had an hour-and-a-half to get to Philadelphia (to join Manchester). I skated off the ice, got dressed, drove to Philly and caught a plane.” Manchester, noted Kemp, had two games that October weekend. Although he didn’t receive much playing time in the first game, he got into the second one and made the most of the opportunity. “I played a great game and I’ve been playing ever since,” he says. In 42 games with the Monarchs thus far, Kemp has been an offen- sive force from the blue-line, scor- ing 23 goals and adding 21 assists. Despite the scoring, he’s also been solid on the defensive side of the puck, compiling a sterling plus-6 plus/minus ranking thus far. Kemp notes there’s plenty of dif- ference from the game played in the East Coast Hockey League and the AHL. Apart from the players being bigger, faster and stronger, a defenceman must be in position in his own end at all times. “You have to play smart in your own zone. In the East Coast league, you can get away with mistakes. If you don’t take your man and you make a mistake (in the AHL), the puck’s in the net.” Even though Kemp’s asserted himself as an everyday defenceman with Manchester this season, he’s still on a PTO (Professional Try- out) contract with the Monarchs. Each contract is for 25 games. He’s already played through a first PTO and fully expects to sign another one, which besides his salary, also comes with fully paid rent. “I’m pretty sure I’ll sign. I’ll leave that up to my agent. They like me here and I hope I’ll be here for the rest of the year. I love the organiza- tion and I love the coaches here. If they hadn’t given me a call, I’d still be in the East Coast league.” Kemp played his tier II ju- nior hockey with his hometown Pickering Panthers, graduating from the Ajax-Pickering Raiders ‘AAA’ minor hockey program. Kemp comes a long way in the ‘A’ T.J. K emp At tack’s Winder named coach of the year in conference AJAX — For the second time in three years, John Winder was named as one of Ontario tier II ju- nior hockey’s top coaches. The head coach of the Ajax Attack was named as the South Conference coach of the year in the Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League, after the Ontario Hockey Associa- tion announced its award winners recently. This was the second coaching award for Winder, who was chosen for the award two years ago as head coach of the Pickering Panthers. Although humbled by the hon- our, Winder was quick to defer to his coaching staff and to Attack team owner Robert Stein for being major contributors to his success. “It’s a great honour, but I don’t lose sight of contribution from (as- sistant coaches) Steve Horner and TJ Hill. It’s a team effort here. I’m grateful to Rob Stein for the oppor- tunity to get back into the league and coach.” Winder came over to the Attack less than two weeks after being re- leased from the Panthers just three games into the 2006- 07 junior ‘A’ season. The Ajax resident and Dur- ham Region educator had coached in Pickering for three seasons. Since coming over to Ajax, Wind- er has presided over an Attack team that has gone from five wins during the 2005-06 season to one that has already won 13 times in the current campaign, with five more games to go. Moreover, the team is destined to earn a playoff berth after two pre- vious seasons of last-place finishes that kept it out of the post-season. Winder says it’s all part of a pro- cess that will hopefully conclude with the Attack as one of the elite teams in the near future. “We’re trying to get a program in place here. We brought in Johnny Bowler (director of hockey opera- tions) who is the former Wexford (Raiders) head of operations. We’re trying all the time to get better,” he says, giving kudos to general man- ager John Tugnutt and his scouting staff for assembling the young talent on this year’s squad. Don’t ask Winder if there’s any vindication associated with win- ning his second coach-of-the-year award, this time with the Attack. “Hockey’s a small world. Randy Hebscher (an owner with the Pan- thers) called me right away and con- gratulated me. It’s a rivalry, but there are no hard feelings at all. Frank Robinson (Panthers’ general man- ager) also congratulated me. We’re trying to beat them but, at the end of the game, they’re friends and will be friends.” John Winder Back online for another year... 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Resume in person to: 117 Kendalwood Rd. Whitby, att: Nowelia or Julie. ADMISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Pickering. General office duties. Minimum 3 years office experi- ence. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Strong or- ganizational skills and ability to prioritize work load. Excellent working conditions. Fax resume to 905-420-7342 or info@medicalpharmacies.com HYGIENIST WANTED for Picker- ing office, Thursdays. Fax re- sume to 905-831-5975 AUTHENTECH Communications Inc. is looking to employ the fol- lowing; Linemen, MDU Techni- cians, Underground Construction, Copper Splicers, Fiber Splicers, Cellular Technicians, sweep tech- nicans.& Fiber Supervisors. Please fax resumes to (905) 738–0152 510 3 days Oshawa Pickering DENTAL ASSISTANT /Recep- tionist, Dental Hygienist required, part-time. Apply 675 King St. E, Oshawa. Also, RPN / Esthetician required for Laser Clinic: Dr. Dhillon, 1290 Keith Ross Crt., Oshawa. MARNWOOD LIFE CARE center is looking for a highly motivated part time dietary manager. Fax resume attention: Administrator, 905-623-4497. Part Time X-Ray Tech (MRT) for busy Whitby X-Ray Office. Fax resume 416-757-4146 MAINTENANCE Repair Person. FT position in our Concord location for small motor repair person and various other duties. Knowledge of small motor repairs essential. Must be fluent in English and be able to work independently. Contact: Dave Myles. Fax: (905) 738-6479 or Email: qc@busybeetools.com Job Fair, Dorvict Home and Health Care Services Hiring: Addictions, PSW, DSW, CYW, CSW, etc... Please bring resume Monday January 29th, 11am-3pm to the John Howard Society, Durham Region, 105 Consumers Dr. Unit 12. Whitby, PDA/LEVEL 2 Dental Assistant required part time, 2-3 days per week. York Region Orthodontic office. Please fax resume: 905- 642-9692. PHYSIO THERAPIST P/T Physio required for busy multi-discipli- nary clinic in Ajax. New grads welcome. Please fax resume to 905-426-2731 REGISTERED MASSAGE Therapist needed for Maternity Leave at busy Bowmanville practice. Fax resume to 905-697-0355 or e-mail docmclennan@yahoo.ca SPACE FOR RENT - in holistic healthcare centre. Suitable for massage therapist, chiropodist, podiatrist, or naturopath. Call 905-434-1322 betwen 9 am and 12 noon. TWO RMT'S Required immedi- ately for Saturday's and some evenings. Everything provided for you! Busy high end Ajax medical day spa. Apply with resume to: dgurash@rogers.com EXPERIENCED ECE required for Scarborough daycare. Fax re- sume to (416)321-1695 Employment Wanted - Receptionist/Office Clerk, Entry level, proficiency in Mircrosoft Office and Simply Account- ing, Certiport IC3 certificate, customer service experience. 905-723-7814 ask for Pat. Email: pbendall@sympatico.ca LICENSED STRUCTU- RAL/PLATE FITTER available for subcontract work in your shop with your equipment, or will come to your location using my equip- ment. Specializing in the fitting of assemblies/subassemblies to de- tailed engineered drawing specifi- cations. Will do one offs, proto- type and production work. Call Mike for more details @ 289-251- 2305. 473 MASSON ST. OSHAWA, Private sale, 4-bedroom, 3 baths, hardwood floors, gas forced air, AC, finished basement, upgraded utilities. Open House every Sun- day 1-4 until sold. (905)723-1604 www.bytheowner.com A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2007 www.durhamregion.com * EXPIRED * Where to Turn to When Your Home Doesn't Sell the First Time Before relisting your home, Free Report reveals 4 critical issues to ensure that your home sells fast and for top dollar. Free recorded message 1-888-599-0098 ID#9005 Dan Plowman Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Ltd. Brokerage MYTH BUSTED! Free Report Reveals the truth about how to sell your home FAST and for Top Dollar in Today's market. Free Recorded message 1-888-599-0098, ID# 1023. 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Steps to Town Centre. Close to GO/401, library and Community Centre.1865 Glenanna Rd. (905) 831-1250 www.caprent.com ** PUBLIC ** NOTICE List of Durham Region distress sales and bank foreclosures are now available to the public for free. Www.Durham Bank Foreclosures.Com Dan Plowman, Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage BEAUTIFUL HOME, -Private Sale Oshawa by the lake, 3+1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, new win- dows, bathroom, paint. Newly renovated. Finished basement. 1316 Lakefield Crt., $159,900. Call 647-893-2368. 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. NO AGENTS. OPEN CONCEPT HOME in Bewdley, extra large kitchen w/walk-out to 2-tier deck, 3+1 bdrms, 2 baths, bsmt walk-out, self-contained in-law suite w/sep- arate entrance. Large lot 120-ft x300-ft w/mature trees, new win- dows, $279,000. (905)797-2294. www.propertyguys.com ID #128063 WATERFRONT LOT for sale or custom builder will build new house to suit. 8 minutes from Port Perry. Lot $160,000; house $329,000. (905)986-5506. CENTRAL OSHAWA,Shop with spray booth, office, washroom. ALSO 2 car shop with office, Both available immediately. Flexible term. PROPERTY FOR SALE- Great Owner/Operator Invest- ment. (905)259-2552 FOR LEASE,INDUSTRIAL UNITS 2 units. 2600-sq.ft. includ- ing office space), 1 unit 2100-sq.ft. including office space. No body shops/mechanical work. Avail. immediately. Oshawa area. Call (905)260- 8721 or (905)723- 1123 ext.22, leave a message. 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 JOB AT HOME.$487.68 Weekly. Assemble Products, Mail or Com- puter Work. Free Details. www.TopJobReview.com write CHRJobs: 372 Rideau St, #916, Ottawa ON, K1N 1G7 Ref# A15 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 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.1 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986 PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- ers ! 1-BEDROOM AND DEN,down- town Oshawa. Bright, clean, quiet, large upper floor. Private parking, all utilities, cable, $850. no pets. (905)743-9939 (1) A 1-BDRM Oshawa north, 6-storey quiet building, large bal- cony, appliances, laundry fa- cilities, on bus route, parking, utilities included, avail. Mar. 1st, $775. Call 905-436-9785. (1) OSHAWA,2 bedroom $800 including utilities. Hardwood, 2 level unit in backsplit, sep. laun- dry, backyard, sep. entrance, c/air, parking on street only. Im- mediate. 416-892-8864. (2) BED. APT.Pet Friendly. $795+ hydro. Oshawa. Close to Mall, 401, Downtown and Bus. Laundry, Backyard, Parking. Quiet neighbourhood. First/last. 905-243-4850 (day) 905-983- 5356 (evening) 1 BDRM BASMENT APT Taun- ton and Ritson Durham Col- lege/UOIT, public transit and shopping. Shared laundry, green- space and soccer field. 685/Mo, 1st and last reqd. Contact Mike 905.424.9863 1&2 BEDROOM apartments available, Whitby, Brock & Dundas area, Available Immedi- ately/February 1st. Call Tony (416)493-1927 1-BDRM APARTMENT in coun- try estate, mins. to Kirby Ski Hill. Avail. immediately. Fridge, stove, first/last. $850/month. Call (905)725-9991 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $795/month inclusive, avail. Feb. 1st. Immaculate newer building in decent Oshawa neighbour- hood. Prefer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-0390, 905- 439-8893 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $725 plus hydro. Clean building, Harmony/Bloor area. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. (905)409-0673 or (289)314-6825. 2 Bedroom Apartment $850 Park & Montrave Oshawa 647-688-4597 2 BEDROOM CONDO available immediately in Bowmanville. $950/month. 5 Appliances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own. Call Jennise (905)697-8261 2-BEDROOM $750. plus hydro, in 6-plex. Available Feb. 1st. Close to Oshawa Centre. Refer- ences. First/last. (416)725-3323 2-BEDROOM APT.,in secure Oshawa condo. Parking, laundry on site. $850 monthly inclusive. Available March 1st. Call (905)576-6728 2-BEDROOM APTS.Available Immediately, $749+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, refer- ences. Sam 416-895-8144 2-BEDROOM, WHITBY,1 car parking, laundry facilities on site. Go bus as door, near all amenities. Starting from $885 plus utilities. Call Lynn (905)571- 0435. 3 BEDROOM - WHITBY.Middle floor of triplex, large unit, balcony, hardwood, on-site laundry, 2 parking. No pets. $925 + hydro. Available March. (905)579-3792 www.124palace.freeservers.com 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT with garage available immediately. Perfect location across the street from the Oshawa Centre. $1,150 + heat & hydro. Call Vince at 905 576-5200 3, 1 OSHAWA AREA .3 bedroom upper level, 1 bedroom main lev- el, different locations. Available immediately, Call Robert Today @ 416-402-3435 for appointment. 408 BLOOR OSHAWA- 2 bed. hardwood, nice, bright, clean, available immediately. $745+hy- dro. Also 1 bed, bright & clean $645+. Avail. immediately Both 1-parking. First/last/no pets. (905)668-1946 AAA WHITBY 2 bedroom $900. or Oshawa 1 bedroom $725. Clean, quiet buildings, parking, all inclusive, no pets. lst/last, Feb. lst. Call Emilio (905) 424-2134. AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2,Picker- ing Village. Large 1, 2 & 3 bdrms in clean, quiet building. From $900. Call (416)540-0747 AJAX immaculate large 2-bed- room with fireplace $1050+; and/or 1 bedroom w/out to large deck $900+. Non-basement. C/air, laundry, parking, immedi- ate, no-pets non-smokes. 416- 407-8494 AJAX SOUTH - GUESTHOUSE, Unique 1 bedroom loft. Brand new. Completely self-contained. Suit single professional. $800.00 first/last. Parking, Gas Fireplace, Landscaped Garden, Pool. 905- 686-6082 AJAX, WESTNEY/401.1 bed- room, upper-level, bright, quiet newly renovated, utilities in- cluded, a/c, cable, hardwood, separate entrance, sunroom, parking. Suits professional single. References. $775. First/last. No pets. No smoking. Avail. immedi- ately. 905-426-8093. AJAX, 1 BEDROOM basement apt. Walk-out. $850 inclusive. Suitable for one person. Non- smoker. First/last. Available March 1st. 905-683-5641 or 905- 903-6222. AJAX,1-bedroom basement apartment. Kitchen, 4pc bath, A/C, shared laundry, separate en- trance, parking. Steps to lake. No pets/smoking. Suit single. Available immediately. $750/month includes utilities. (905)428-3553 AJAX, HARWOOD/BAYLY, 3- bedroom main floor apartment. Very clean. Near all amenities. Private entrance. $1450 inclusive. 2-BEDROOM basement apt., pri- vate entrance, $950 inclusive. Both available immediately, no pets/smoking. 905-420-1281. AJAX, HARWOOD/KERRISON, new 2 bedroom, basement apt. Separate entrance, includes laun- dry, parking, cable, $900/mo. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. First/last. 905-426-5555 or 416-948-5155. AJAX, HWY 2/Church St., 1-bed- room, separate entrance, base- ment walkout, no smoking/pets. Appliances, utilities included. First/last. Call after 7pm (905)428-7133. AJAX, WESTNEY/DELANEY 2 bedroom upper level of home. a/c, laundry, parking, utilities in- cluded. No smoking, no pets, Call (905)686-5297. AVAILALBLE FEBRUARY 1ST, Kingston/Brock, 2 bedroom base- ment, private entrance, cable, new floors/carpet. Parking, utilities included. Near 401/shop- ping. First/last, no pets/smoking. $850/month negotiable. (905)239-1430 or (416)388-8644 AJAX- FURNISHED 1-BDRM BSMT Separate entrance, 3-pc bath, laundry, cable, parking, $700/mo Avail. immediately, first/last req'd. No smoking/pets. (416) 881-3797 AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apt., from $859, $989 & $1089, available immediately & Feb.905-683-8571, 905-683- 8421 or 905-683-5322 AVAILABLE FEB. 1ST.2 bed- room basement. $825 inclusive. 1st and last. No pets. N/W Oshawa. Ron 905-424-1994. AVAILABLE, ONE BEDROOM waterfront basement apartment, Scugog Island, near Casino. First & last required. Non-smoker, no pets. $650 plus. 905-985-5758. BLACKSTOCK.Large, bright 2 bedroom apartment. Very quiet, private country setting overlook- ing huge pond/gardens/waterfall. Like new. Available immediately. $950/month. First/last. No pets/no smokers. Call Jim 905-985-7351. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms Please call Mon - Fri 9 am-5 pm Evening by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILE, 1100SQ.FT. New lower level 1 bedroom apart- ment, mature single lady pre- ferred. Separate entrance, walk- out to large yard, beach. Lake view, fireplace, 4pc bath, full kitchen, laundry. A/C, security, parking. $1100/inclusive. (905)697-1179 BOWMANVILLE - 2 bedroom with den, close to all amenities. $910 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Office hours 9 - 5, Monday - Friday. Available Feb. lst. (905)430-1877. BOWMANVILLE Large immacu- late 1-bdrm ground floor apt. Available immediately. Clean, se- curity entrance building. $892 in- cludes laundry facilities, applianc- es, utilities and parking. Call 905- 623-0791 or 905-666-1074 BOWMANVILLE,Modern, clean quiet one bedroom plus den and 2 bedroom plus den. Would suit mature non-smoking adults, no dogs. Available Mar. 1st. Call (905) 725-1052. BRAND NEW MODERN STUDIO apartment rentals, great Oshawa location, across from City Hall, GO BUS station. High speed in- ternet and cable available. Ideal for students, commuters and young professionals. Available February 1st. From $460. 905- 436-1977, or view at www.sum- mersproperties.com BROCK/HWY 2 AREA,fully fur- nished 1-bedroom basement apt., share kitchen with owner. Suit single working female, $150/week. No pets, no smoking. Available immediately. Call (905)428-3310 BROCK/MAJOR OAKS Large bright 2-bdrm walk-out, sep. en- trance, sep. laundry, fireplace, 2-parking, ravine lot. Access to backyard. No smoking/pets. First/last. $900/month inclusive. (905)686-0007, (416)453-0006 CENRAL OSHAWA,1-bedroom basement apt., sep. entrance, freshly painted, parking, large yard. $700 inclusive, avail. imme- diately. Call (905)259-2552 CENTRAL OSHAWA,3 bed- room, $975/inclusive, balcony, laundry, parking. Available Feb- ruary 1st. 905-429-2036, 905- 922-6709. 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 am - 5 pm Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE 2 bedroom apart- ment, parking, laundry, cable, all inclusive, $900. 905-576-9252. COURTICE bachelor apt for rent. Available immediately. Non smoking. Parking/internet/cable incl. Private phone line. $675 in- clusive. Call 905-404-0769 FA B ULOUS 2 BEDROOM apt. Long list of upgrades. Dutch clean. Quiet street. Your best deal at only $925, all in. Smoke- free. Pet-free home in Pickering. 905-831-9329. FULLY FURNISHED BASE- MENT apt. No pets/smoking. Laundry facilities. $750/month. Cable, parking space and air. Available immediately. 905-686- 4179, Ask for Ron. Hi-Rise - Walk to GM 2 Bed. & 3 Bed. from $775 & up. Large suites, freshly decorated. Must see to appreciate. 5% OFF TO RETIREES OR SENIORS 905-438-0120 KING ST. E. BOWMANVILLE above store, newly renovated spacious 1-bedroom $675. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914-1449 LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement, Large Livingroom, Kitchen, shared laundry/workroom, Private Bathroom w/shower, Carpeted, lots of storage. Shared Driveway, A/C. NO PETS $750/month, in- cludes all Utilities except cable/phone. Near Hospital O'Neill High School. References. Feb 1st. 905-728-0934 Leave Message LOFT APT.- In peaceful country setting, north Whitby. Suit profes- sional single. March 1st. Non smoker/no pets. First/last $775. Laundry, parking, gas fireplace. Call 905-655-4076. NORTH Oshawa - 2 bed Jan lst. 1, 2, & 3 bed Feb. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry fa- cilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,2 bedroom $800. and 1 bedroom $740. for rent. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 905-435- 0703 or 416-902-1174. ONE BEDROOM,downtown Whitby, walking distance to all amenities. Available immediately $825 per mo. all inclusive. ALSO 3 bedroom bungalow, close to downtown Whitby and all amenities. Professional couple preferred. $1290. plus utilities. Call (905) 424-3733 or (416)817- 1430. 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 - Nicely decorated 2 bedroom apt., in clean well- maintained building. Heat, water, parking included, on-site laundry, near schools, shopping, transit. Available immediately. $690/mo. +hydro. 905-576-3813 to view. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9095, 1-888- 558-2622. OSHAWA Ritson/King 3-bed- room, 2 baths, kitchen, livingroom main floor & basement. Freshly painted. $975-inclusive. first/last. (416)268-2844, 416-219-0070. OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. Feb/March. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, Dean/Ritson.2-bdrm main floor, walk-out to deck $750+hydro. Laundry facilities on site. Squeeky clean, newly reno- vated, near all amenities & 401. Call 289-314-5555 OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus utilities, available February 1st Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA,spotless one bedroom apartment, upper duplex, private entrance and parking. New fridge and stove. Gas fireplace. $650 plus utilities. (905) 723-7476. 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 Feb/March. 1-866-601-3083 or 905-432- 6912. www.apartmentsinonta- rio.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. Feb/March. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA/COURTICE Townline very bright two bed- room,1100sq.ft. top floor of trip- lex, shared laundry, gas heat, ap- pliances, parking. Avail. March, $1000 plus hydro ($35-$40) Con- dolyn Mgt.905 428-9766. PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly, large bachelor basement apart- ment, all inclusive. Cable, laundry parking, etc. $650 lst/last. Available immediately. No smok- ing/pets. (905)839-4353. PICKERING - 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apartment, newly renovated, separate entrance. Near 401/all amenities. $650/mo. inclusive. First/last, no smoking/pets. Available Feb. 1st. 905-831-3415 PICKERING - WHITES RD./401 one bedroom basement apart- ment. February lst. $700 all inclu- sive - No pets. Large bedroom, LR, DR, cable, parking, laundry, close to mall, 401, bus. (416)439- 9848 PICKERING 1 BEDROOM base- ment, spacious living room, eat-in kitchen, separate entrance, no smoker/pets, suits single working person. Avail. immediately, $750/mo. inclusive. First/last. (905)427-8243, (416)845-8425. PICKERING executive home Rougemount/Hwy 2.. Large (1,000-sq.ft.) 1-bedroom base- ment apt, livingroom, kitchen, sep. entrance. Avail Feb 1. $1000/mo-inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. first/last. 416-854-7678 PICKERING,large 2 bedroom, basement apt. Liverpool and Bay- ly. Walk to GO, professionally fin- ished, separate entrance, park- ing, available immediately., $875 inclusive, (905)420-9457, after 6 pm PICKERING, BROCK/KING- STON.Small 1 bedroom guest house. Fridge, stove, satellite, in- ternet, utilities included. No laun- dry facilities. Suits one person or quiet couple. No pets, no smok- ing. $800/month. 905-619-2727 PICKERING– GO STATION 3-bdrm main floor. Close to lake and Hwy. 401. Across from Bayview Heights Public School. $1100+ utilities. Available February. 416-238-2100. Leave message. RECEIVE ONE MONTH FREE lease today 2 bedroom condo available immediately in Bow- manville. $1050/month. 5 Appli- ances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own. Call Jennise (905)697-8261 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Special Opportunity: Top floor suite available! Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) Still Renting? Why? Owning is cheaper! First time buyers . 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 UPPER 3-BEDROOM and/or LOWER 2-BEDROOM in bunga- low, quiet Oshawa location, near schools, bus route, shopping, large fenced yard, laundry, park- ing, Feb 1st. Upper $975/month + 2/3 utilities (water/hydro) lower $600/month plus 1/3 utilities (wa- ter/hydro). (905)725-9803 UXBRIDGE Brock St. West, newly renovated, Available im- mediately: bachelor $650, 1-bdrm $675, All inclusive, with laundry. 416-697-8036 WHITBY - 2 bedroom suites from $910 per mo. all inclusive. Close to all amenities. Office hours 9 - 5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 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; 3-bed $1050, 905-767-2565. WHITBY CENTRAL,2 bedroom, $890+ hydro (approx. $75), park- ing, laundry avail. Newly decorat- ed, new appliances, walk to 4 corners, avail. immediately. (905)666-2936 WHITBY,bright 3-bdrm main floor of house, 5 appliances, large fenced yard, parking, hardwood floors, close to GO/401, schools, shopping. $1125+ utilities. March 1st. (416)562-2074 WHITBY,Dundas/Lupin legal one-bdrm basement apt., bright, newly renovated, separate en- trance, parking for 1 & more, no smoking/pets. Avail now. $875/mo inclusive. Call Chris(905)665-8125 WHITBY, immaculate 1 & 2 bed- room apts, Avail. March 1. $775, $910., includes appliances, heat, parking, laundry facilities. Call (905)666-1074 or 905-556-0455. WHITBY,large 3-bdrm apt, in quiet building, fridge/stove, laun- dry, 1-parking, close to 401, heat incl., $1100/mo. Avail. Feb. 1st. 905-432-4168 1 BEDROOM CONDO,down- town Oshawa (Simcoe/Bloor), A/C, laundry, storage in unit, 1 underground parking, $750 plus utilities. 905-999-9371. 2 BEDROOM CONDO,2 baths, Westney Rd. & Hwy#2. 5-appli- ances and parking included. $1,350 per mo. inclusive. Call 416-289-6963 or 416-854-7548 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM, waterfront condo, downtown Port Perry. Adult community. $1300/mo.+utilities. First/last. No pets. Laundry on site. Available February/March 1. Call Deborah 905-985-1499. -AA ABA-DABA-DOO-Own your own home, no down payment re- quired, from $525/month. WHY RENT? 5.09% OAC. $33,000+ family income, up to $25,000 cash back (non-repayable) Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca 1 ALL INCLUSIVE 3 bedroom semi detached house, clean, near OC, 401, GO. Separate laundry, parking, back yard, 4 appliances, $1195, first/last. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately. Call Jonathan, 905-240-4359 2 BED. BUNGALOW-Oshawa. Bloor/Park Rd. S. Close to 401/Go. Clean, freshly painted, new windows, laundry, basement, parking, full b/yard (fenced), walk- out, deck, non-smoking. $925+util. Avail. immed. 416-520- 1494. 2 PROPERTIES,(1st) North Oshawa Taunton/Mary. 3-bdrm townhouse, $1075/mo plus. (2nd) NEWCASTLE detached, 4 bed- room, 2.5 baths, 2 garages, $1490/mo plus. (905)925-8406 2-BEDROOM bsmt apt on quiet north east Oshawa court. 10-ft ceilings, large windows, walk-out to private backyard, sep. laundry, 2-parking, $1,000/month inclusive Avail. Feb.1. Call Jack 905-576- 1910 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, main floor, Pickering Village (Ajax), fenced yard, $1,250. inclu- sive. Available immediately. 1st/last, prefer no pets. Available with/without 1,000-sq.ft. garage. (905) 426-9072. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, Ramsey Rd. & Fingerboard Rd., Little Brit- ain. $900.00+ utilities. Available March 1st. Call 905-427-0403 3+BEDROOM HOUSE Wanted Ajax/Pickering to Rent-To-Own - earn monthly income and build equity as we pay up to $1,200/mth rent. We will buy your house within 2 years @ today's FMV, no commissions. Call 905-987-7799 or email thisweekjan2007@michelor.com 3-BEDROOM HOME for rent, Oshawa/Whitby border. $980/month plus utilities. Grass cutting & snow removal included. Available February 1st. Call 905- 434-5146 or 905-721-8846 3-BEDROOM MAIN FLOOR bun- galow plus garage, East Oshawa., spacious, bright & clean. Air conditioning, quiet neighbourhood, No dogs/smok- ing. $1100 plus 2/3 utilities. March 1. (905)436-3549 AJAX -3 bedroom detached, finished basement, kitchenette, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 bath, 4-car parking, quiet neighbourhood. $1325/mo. plus utilities. 905-426- 5295. AJAX 3 BEDROOM sunny de- tached bungalow main floor. New appliances. Large fenced yard w.deck. Near Pickering Beach Rd., 401 & transit. $1125/mo+2/3 utils. 416-460-2330. AJAX,Bayly/Salem, 3-bdrm upper floor, 5-appliances, a/c, $1250/mo+. Also large 1-bdrm bsmt apt., private side entrance, $800/mo inclusive. Quiet family area, plenty parking, both newly renovated. 647-999-6886 AJAX,Lovely home. Quiet, tree- lined street. Zero down payment. Free Recorded Message. 1-877- 434-1023, ext.26. Lebel Real Es- tate Inc., Brokerage 905-686- 2730. 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 BEAUTIFUL OSHAWA -2 bedroom duplex, Ritson/Olive, reduced price! Fresh paint & carpet, quiet cul-de-sac, yard, no smoking/pets, available now. $800/mo. util. included. First/last, references. 905-263-8966. BROOKLIN, 3 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom, huge walk-out kitchen to deck. Fridge, stove, wash- er/dryer, dishwasher attached, garage, minutes to daycare, are- na, stores, restaurant, fire- place/woodstove. 905-767-3034. CENTRAL OSHAWA.Bright, clean 3-bedroom brick home, for- mal dining & living rooms, large kit, w/o to deck. $1000 monthly plus utilities. Brumley R/E Ltd. Call (905)668-0515 COUNTRY LIVING - 3 bedroom 2-storey older farmhouse. 401/Courtice area. Close to Hwy. Asking $895/mo. Available any- time. First/last/good references a must. 905-435-6012. ENTIRE HOME, ROSEBANK RD, Pickering. Newly renovated home. 3 bedrooms, living and family room. Basement. Available immediately. First/last. Asking $1500/month. 905-420- 8604. EXECUTIVE 2 BEDROOM home, newly renovated with of- fice. 6 appliances included. Ideally suited for home business, downtown Port Perry. $1650 + utilities. 905-213-2192. EXECUTIVE HOUSE,Whites Rd./401. 3200 sq.ft., 4 bedrooms, fireplace, pool, near Lake, $1598+ utilities. Also 3 bedroom basement apt., $998.+ 1/3 utilities. (905)421-9968 , 416-428- 8607. FULLY FURNISHED 3 bedroom executive townhome for rent. Lo- cated in central Whitby at Brock/Manning. Mature neigh- bourhood, close to downtown, minutes to 401. Available immedi- ately. Call Peter for details 905- 424-3686. HEART OF AJAX New Subdivi- sion Bayly/Monarch. Never lived in 1500sqft 3 bedroom, garage, appliances. Near 401, Go Transit, shopping, community center, amenities. $1250 +Utilities. 905- 665-6667 HOBBY FARM-3-bedroom, older farmhouse plus barn (for horses etc.), oil heat, fireplace, $1295 plus utilities, 724 Greens Rd. Bowmanville, (Waverly/401), Avail. Feb.1 336-210-9828, 905- 697-1704. IDEAL FOR PROFESSIONALS - Whitby detached house @ Ross- land/Thickson 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, dbl garage, family rm w/fpl, $1300 mo.+ utilities, legal Bsmt apt. not incl., 1st/Last, No Smok- ing / Pets. Tim Webster, Sutton Group Heritage (905) 619-9500. NORTH OSHAWA-Brand new Tr ibute home 3,200-sq.ft. 4 baths, 4-bdrms, double garage, 4 appli- ances. $1900/mo plus utilities. First/last, references. Avail. im- mediately. No smokers/dogs. 905-725-5150, 905-914-4415 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2007, PAGE 27 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com To ronto 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 Come Come 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! Wo rship 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) ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 http://ca.geocities.com/st.andrewsajax@rogers.com Sunday Family Worship - 10:30am Sunday School & Supervised Nursery EVERYONE WELCOME To advertise your church in our regular To advertise your church in our regular Worship Section on FridaysWorship Section on Fridays Call Janice at 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218Call Janice at 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218 WorshipWorship Email:Email: jsam@durhamregion.comjsam@durhamregion.com Saturday, April 28, 2007 10am - 5pm Pickering Recreation Complex Exhibitors Wanted For more information, contact Audrey Dewit at 905-426-4676 ext. 257 BROUGHT TO YOU BY: www.showsdurhamregion.com VENDORS WANTED For the Oshawa Spring Home and Garden Show Held at the NEW GM Center on Athol Street March 16th 17th 18th 2007 Please Call 905-579-4400 and ask for Wendy: ext 2215 or Devon: ext 2236 to book your spot KNOB HILL ANTIQUES Pickering's Largest Antique Market Collectables Furniture, Sports Memorabilia, Royal Doulton, Old Coins, Coca Cola, Vintage (tools, art, toys, watches & lighting), Cranberry Glass & Many more items 1630 Kingston Rd., Pickering (exit Brock Rd., go north) Open Sat & Sun 10am - 5pm Call (905)686-5004 KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd N, Pickering 905-683-0041 Appliance Blowout & New Furniture Sale Sunday, January 28 - Sale Starts 1 pm P.S.Jewellery Sale coming Feb 11 See Larger Ad in Today's Paper OLIVE/HARMONY;3-bedroom bungalow for rent, available Feb 1st. $1050 monthly plus utilities. Basement apt also available. Call (905)426-2306 for further details. OLIVE/KEEWATIN, OSHAWA. Fully detached 3+1 bedrooms, 2 baths, bright eat-in kitchen, ce- ramic/hardwood floors, fireplace, large walk-out to deck/ravine, garage. Ideal for family, safe neighbourhood, near schools/ amenities. Appliances: fridge, stove, washer, dryer. $1500/month +utilities. Referenc- es required. Available now! Seri- ous inquiries only. Call Paul at (905)441-3288. OSHAWA ATHABASCA AREA. Extra clean 2-bedroom, main floor only. Excellent neighbour- hood. Parking, central air, laundry & appliances included. No smok- ing/pets. $1295/inclusive. Available March 1st. 905-424- 1125. OSHAWA TOWNLINE,3 bed- room house for rent. 2 car park- ing, separate laundry, large fenced yard. $1200/inclusive. 905-576-9185. OSHAWA,2-bedroom detached, walkout, detached garage, 5-appliances, monitored security, water included, near 401/GO. $1100 plus utilities. Available Feb.1st - Mar.1st (705)357- 1631. Please leave message. PICKERING,Brock/Finch, 3 bdrm upper. Clean, bright, de- tached. Large deck, 1.5-bath, laundry, 4 appliances, a/c, gar- age. No smoking/pets. $1195 +gas +2/3 hydro. Feb 1st. 905- 579-7138. PICKERING,Liverpool/Hwy #2, 2-bdrm main floor, $1050/month; 1-bdrm walk-out $850/month, renovated, like new, walk to GO & Town Centre. Brand new 4- bdrm house, 2600 sq ft. $2000/month; Brand new 2-bdrm $1000/month. Avail. immediately. Short term considered. Rent ne- gotiable. Call Roger 416-817- 7835, 905-619-2655 UPPER UNIT FOR RENT,stove, fridge, utilities inclusive. $850. Ritson/King Oshawa. Available immediately. Parking, 2 bed- rooms, ideal for couple or parent with child, nice backyard (905)432-9053 or 905-718-9901. WHITBY 3-BDRM bungalow, upper floor, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, dishwasher, a/c, parking, good family area, shows well. Call Bo Gustafsson, Sales Repre- sentative, Sutton Group Tower Reality, 416-783-5000 WHITBY – Immaculate 3-bdrm semi-detached, finished bsmt, lovely kitchen, walk out to private yard, ceramic & hardwood floors, 2-baths, 5 appl, A/C. Near school & amenities. $1345 + gas & hy- dro. Avail Mar 1. Call (905) 447- 6509. WHITBY,country setting in the city, 3-bedroom, double attached garage,, finished basement, gas fireplace, 2-full baths, ceram- ic/hardwood flooring, appliances, grounds maintenance included, no smoking/pets, $1350 per month plus utilities, first/last Avail. Feb.1.(905)579-9197 WHITBY,McQuay Blvd. 3-bdrms, 3 bathrooms, mint condition, fin. bsmt, walk-out to large deck, fenced yard, 6-appliances, avail. immediately. $1400/mo+ utilities. Close to amenities. (416)267- 7759 3-BEDROOM townhouse/garage in prime location Whitby. Close to schools/GO/401. Rent $1295 (includes water/5-appliances) plus utilities. No pet/smoking. Available Mar. lst. (905)668-2204 (905)706-5603 COURTICE,3-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, 5 appliances, garage, Tr ulls/Avondale. Reference re- quired, credit check, no smok- ing/pets. First/last $1250+utilities. Feb.15 (905)434-5327, 905-431- 3916. 905-623-6670 ext.-1669 FABULOUS NEW freehold town- house, Oshawa 3 spacious bed- rooms, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen, 6 appliances. Near school, steps to lake, quiet neighborhood, great family home. No smoking/pets $1200/mo +utilities. Avail. imme- diately. (905)576-5253 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has townhouse units available. Hydro included. Please call 905-576- 9299. OSHAWA SOUTH,To wnhouses 3-bedroom $975/mo+ utilities & 4- bedroom $1050/mo+ utilities, close to schools, shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. PICKERING, NEWER, LUXURY town home. 3 bedrooms. 2 full baths. Open concept, balcony, private backyard, gas/heating, c/a. New broadloom and paint.. Available imm. $1350+utilities. Call Barrie 905-839-7496. SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM town- house condo, finished walkout basement, single car garage, lo- cated in desirable north Oshawa. close to all amenities,. $975 per mo. plus utilities. (905)725-9991 WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom townhomes, renovated interior & exterior, available in friendly family-oriented complex. Immediate. $995-$1095+utilities. 4 appliances, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Chris at 905-743-9665. $400/MONTH, WHITBY - Ross- land and Garden area. Furnished bedroom, c/air, cable, bus at door, close to all amenities. No smoking, spotlessly clean. (905)665-8504 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Pickering Beach & Bayly. Fur- nished master ensuite bedroom, c/air, cable Easy access to GO/local transit Call:(905)427- 8314 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Furnished room in Pickering, cable, light kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO, $200/bi-weekly. 905- 420-4318 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. OSHAWA-1 bedroom in a beau- tiful family home, fully furnished, separate entrance, laundry, cable. Harmony & Olive. Quiet Male student preferred. $450. (905) 576-3982 ROOM FOR RENT in quiet home, share bathroom and kitch- en. $350 monthly. Prefer working person. Major Oaks/Valley Farm area. Call (905)831-8979 WHITBY,room avail. in quiet home. $500/mo inclusive, (wkly avail.) Includes internet, 1-park- ing, share use of kitchen, no smoking/pets, first/last/referenc- es. (905)430-8189, (905)259- 8959. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa.Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet, parking included. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo inclusive, Viewing (905)433-4088. LARGE CLEAN non-smoking detached quiet family home. De- sirable Whitby location, close to all amenities. Suitable for single parent w/one child. Fenced yard, parking, $875/mo inclusive. Ref- erences. (905)409-5880 PICKERING SOUTH.Share kitchen/bathroom. Close to all amenities, utilities and cable in- cluded. Working male preferred. No smoking. Available immedi- ately. Call for more information. (905) 839-2016 RITSON/TAUNTON - new home, 1-bedroom upstairs, everything included. Use of all amenities, Female preferred. No pets/non- smoker. $625 all inclusive. Feb 1st. 1-866-835-8066. ROOMMATE WANTED:Share beautiful spacious townhouse in Ajax, brand-new end unit close to everything. $550/month. Non- smokers only. Please call 905- 767-0554. SINGLE FEMALE seeks single, working, female to share 3 bed- room furnished home. Close to new GM Centre. $600.00 inclu- sive. No smoking, no pets. Call 905-432-9093 TIMESHARE-1 or 2 weeks per year, in luxurious accommoda- tions, almost anywhere in the world. Perfect for couple or family of 4, $9,000.00 Call Nadia 705- 228-8431 EARLY SWIMMING POOL BOOKINGS.Book early and get discount prices. Some models in stock. Over 18 years experience. 14x26 kidney $14,999. (416)554- 8195, (905)985-3491 www.innovativmarketing.com “REWARD”Missing since Fri- day, Jan. 12th, 2007 at 9am Missing from the area of Townline Rd. north of Taunton Rd. If found or if any info. PLEASE call: (905) 725-3146 or (905) 404- 8746 Needs seizure medication! SINGLE BROWN MALE, Widow- er, would like to meet (S.B.F. or S.W.F.), 55-62. Non-smoker, for companionship, dancing, travel- ing, fine dining. Serious replies. Call 1-800-692-3269, Box # 582523. SUMMER NANNIES from Que- bec. Reserve your great, af- fordable, live-in summer nanny now! A great way for your chil- dren to learn/practice French! www.ginicaringhelpers.ca (Since 1989) (416)255-3838. EXPERIENCED TEACHER and mother of 2 has wonderful home daycare. Warm, caring environ- ment, enrichment/educational ac- tivities. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, reasonable prices. Leeza (905)426-5610 FAMILY DAY CARE Available, for children 10 months old and up. 905-420-8542. Please visit: www.rollingmuffin.com or e-mail: superandrew777@yahoo.com. 858 Liverpool Rd, Pickering. STAY-AT-HOME mother with in- home child care experience. Preschool age children. Fenced in backyard. Safe play environ- ment. Hot meals provided. Full- time. Flexible hours. 905-686- 9091. WHITES RD/STROUDS LANE. Full-time care available in my home, for children ages 5 and un- der. Indoor/outdoor fun and play. Lunch/snacks provided. Please call (905)420-0940 PSYCHIC READER & ADVISOR Palm - Tarrot - Crystal Ball. No life without problems ~ No problems without solutions. Pri- vate & Confidential. (905)721- 8437 $39.99 TELEPHONE SERVICE. $20.00 Unlimited Long Distance. Tr ansfer current phone number free. $39.99 New Activations. Toll free 1-866-391-2700. A Neigh- bourhood Connection. 10 PC. TROWGEN antique dinette suite, chairs re-uphol- stered in maroon leatherette, walnut finish, asking $1000 obo. (905)571-4886 ask for Cynthia or Fred. 2 WHITE CUBE SHELVES,1-44" 1-48" wide, $60 each or $100 pair. (905)509-0038 A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call 416-524-2018. 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 CONTENTS SALE:living room, dining room, bedroom suites, cof- fee table, table lamps, dishes, cutlery, carpets, microwave, mir- rors, clocks, and much more. Call (905)427-4243 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. ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, do-it-yourself bolt-together foundation. 20'x30' $5500, 25'x40' $8700, 30'x40' $10,500, 32'x50' $14,000. 40'x60' $20,000, many others 1-800-504-7749. www.pioneerbuildings.ca 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. 647-271-5483. COMPUTERS, COMPONENTS New and used. Gamebridges $35! REPAIRS/installs. In-home service. 905-404-3013 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 HOT TUBS/SPA,2006 model, fully loaded, ozonator, cost $8,900, sacrifice $3,900. 416- 524-2018 FRENCH PROVINCIAL sofa, and chair flowered pattern and love- seat (off white) $l,000 for all. Telephone (905)420-1389 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. or (905)668-4654 after 4 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 LEATHER recliner $200; pair of (Greyhouse) swivels, side table and ottoman $700 cost $1600; queen bedroom $850; 10-pc ma- ple dining set $950; sofa $175; single cannonball bed $450; pine coffee & ends $250; gas dryer, range $125-ea; 24-inch stove $125; 905-260-6247 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. MOVING SALE:Everything must go! Pool Table, Snow Blower, Fr idge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Treadmill, Exercise bike, Exercise Glider, furniture, curtains, light fix- tures, etc., etc., (905)686-7331 ORGAN, GULBRANSEN, Series 600. Excellent condition. Price, $2,000 or best offer. View photo at www.durhamregion.com. Call (905)725-1760 PIANOS AND CLOCKS - Boxing Day Sale continues til the end of January. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large se- lection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PINAO 905-433- 1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2007 www.durhamregion.com ADVERTISE TODAY! CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 De SIMONE, Mario Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday January 25, 2007 at the age of 64. Beloved husband of Aldina for 40 years. Devoted father of Maria (Bruno) Vigliotta, Enzo (Karina) and Massimo. Proud Nonna of Giulia. He is survived by his brother Antonia (Maria), and sisters Emilia and Maria (John) Russo, and sister-in-law Dora. Mario loved his all his nieces and nephews. He will be deeply missed by his family, life long friend Giovanni Tullo, many friends and co-workers. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 905-428-8488) from 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday January 26, 2007. The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bernadette's Roman Catholic Church (S.E. cor- ner of Harwood and Bayly St., Ajax) on Saturday January 27, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Res- urrection Cemetery. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the R.S. McLaughlin Regional Cancer Center, 1 Hospital Court, Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 2B9 would be gratefully appreciated by the family. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca JONES, Thelma Winnifred "G.G." (February 16, 1916 - January 23, 2007) Peacefully, after a full and happy life, joining her beloved husband Arthur who predeceased her on March 21, 1988 and her darling great granddaughter Victoria Hope Wilson (February 11, 1997). Cherished mother of Tom (Lena) Jones, Suzanne (the late Raoul) Derome, and Donna (John) Sheffield. Much loved grandma of Jacqueline (Ian) Mitchell, Michele (Dan) Wilson, Michael (Michele) Derome, Graeme (Kate) Sheffield, and Jason Sheffield. Adored G.G. of Rebecca, Scott, Paige, Gregory, and Erin Wilson, Connor, Jenna, and Ryan Derome, Anterra and Clayton Sheffield, and Keagan Mitchell. Favorite aunt of Paul and Victor Fernandez, and Yvonne Paul, and their families. Family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax (Pickering Village), 905-428- 8488 on Saturday from 7 - 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place at St. Francis De Sales Roman Catholic Church (1001 Ravenscroft Road, Ajax) on Monday January 29, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be gratefully appreciated. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca LAWTON, Isabel Peacefully at the family resi- dence on Wednesday January 24, 2007. Isabel Johnson in her 86th year. Beloved wife of Norman. Loving mother of Linda Lawton and Richard and his wife Carolyn. Dear grandmother of Brendan, Roxan, Alexis, Rosalyn and Trevor. Lovingly remembered by family and friends. A service of remembrance will be held at ST. GEORGE'S ANGLICAN CHURCH (south west corner of #2 Hwy. and Randall Drive, Ajax) Pickering Village on Saturday February 3, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to Shriner's Hospital for Crippled Children or Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be gratefully appreciated by the family. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca. Arrangements entrust- ed to McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, Ontario, L1T 2Z7, 905-428-8488. PAPE, Gertrud Meta ~ Peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2007 at the Ross Memorial Hospital, Lindsay, in her 86th year. Gertrud Pape (nee Schneider) was the beloved wife of the late Erich. Loving mother of Manfred (Marion), Maria (Mur- ray), George (Una) and Herb (Deb). Loved grand- mother of Annette (Todd), Erich (Trish), Andrew (Sara), Una, Amanda, Kristen, Rachelle, and Ryan and great grandmother of Kayla, Sara, Taylor and Morgan. Dear sister of Suse (Erich) and the late Rudie (the late Christel). Gertrud will be remem- bered by many other relatives and friends. Visita- tion was held at the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay on Tuesday. The service was held in the chapel on Wednesday, January 24th at 11:00 a.m. Spring interment at Lakeside Cemetery - South Valentia. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Asso- ciation (Lindsay) would be appreciated by the fami- ly. In Loving Memory of my Wife Barbara Ann Wilkins July 19, 1948-January 23, 2005 Barb, it's been only two years But it seems like a lifetime to me They say that time heals, that's not true in my case anyway. I visit you almost every day. But I know that will end soon when I'm with you to stay. 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Brokerage OPEN HOUSEOPEN HOUSE SECTIONSECTION durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 Business BUSINESS BYTE The Ontario Chamber of Commerce has released a tool kit to help businesses plan for the potentially devastating effects of an influenza pandemic. “This is not about being alarmist. It is about being ready.” Len Crispino, president of the Chamber. DURHAM -- Speaking to a group of business and politi- cal leaders in Oshawa, Roger Anderson said the key to Dur- ham’s future prosperity lies in finding common priorities for the region as a whole. “Not Oshawa, not Whitby, not Brock, but Durham -- which is all of us,” he told those gath- ered for the lunch conference hosted by the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce. As the Regional chairman, Mr. Anderson said he is holding a meeting this week with local mayors and representatives from chambers of commerce and boards of trade to come up with three or four top priorities for Durham -- priorities that can then be pushed on a pro- vincial and federal level. As Durham’s population grows, Mr. Anderson says the Region needs to get a real com- mitment from senior levels of government to fund infrastruc- ture and human services. “There are missing pieces needed to complete the Dur- ham prosperity puzzle,” he said. While Durham has serviced industrial land -- a resource that is scarce in other parts of the GTA -- Mr. Ander- son says that key infra- structure issues have to be addressed before the Region can use this resource to its fullest potential: the extension of highways 407 and 404, and the widening of Hwy. 7. “To develop our potential in advanced manufacturing, in agriculture, and in the auto sec- tor, we need to address these missing links now,” Mr. Ander- son said. “Durham Region must work proactively to make things happen and the upcom- ing provincial and federal bud- gets are prime opportunities for all of us in this room. We need to convince both our senior governments that infrastructure investments in Durham Region will be a win- win-win situation. They need to understand that our economic success will also turn out to be their success.” Mr. Anderson’s words seemed to hit the right chord with the business community. “I totally agree with him,” said Ryan Patterson, a commercial account manager with BMO Bank of Montreal. “Creating connec- tions between Dur- ham is our biggest issue.” Ibukun Osunsanya, an account manager with HSBC Bank of Canada, said that Dur- ham needs proper infrastruc- ture to be taken seriously in the midst of its GTA partners. “The big thing is to open Durham up to be seen not as a separate part of the GTA, but as the GTA,” he said. “That would take it from being a residen- tial nest-egg area to a bigger business community. It would make a significant difference to the way business is done here.” According to Mr. Anderson, transit will also need to take centrestage in the Region’s prosperity plan. “Transit will be an essential service to the movement of our future and the population of the future,” he said. “Even if we had the cash, there is absolute- ly no way we could build roads fast enough to support the other half million people that are about to move to Durham over the next 25 years.” The region, he said, is in the process of preparing a submis- sion to the federal government for funding to accelerate the development of the transit system in order to attract new riders. The application outlines a $150-million plan for the expansion of the system. “That will be $50 million from the federal government, $50 million from the province of Ontario and $50 million from the Region of Durham,” he said. It is just one example of the com- mitments he would like to see made in the next provincial and federal budgets. “Durham residents have been waiting an awful long time for our turn,” he said. “They need to see some results from their federal and provincial partners and their federal and provincial tax dollars.” TRENDset Note “Many IT executives say they aren’t seeing full value for their business from their tech- nology project investments. But the survey also indicates businesses can learn a lesson from those who have achieved the greatest degree of value from IT -- those seeking greater value need to focus on the areas of IT management processes and best practices.” Warren Shiau, lead analyst of IT research, The Strategic Counsel. Source: CA Canada and The Strategic Counsel The majority of Canadian organizations are missing an opportunity to get the most from their IT investments. A new study found that less than one-quarter of senior IT execu- tives believe they are getting the best value possible from their technology investments. SURVEY RESULTS 71 per cent say that while their organizations are getting good value from their technology investment, it could be better. 18 per cent say IT pro- vides excellent value to their organization. 6 per cent say IT defi- nitely needs to do better, or is completely unaligned with their business. Durham’s prosperity puzzle Regional chair outlines the ‘missing pieces’ By Izabela Jaroszynski The missing pieces: Roger Anderson identifi ed what needs to be done in Durham Transit “For our system to attract new riders, we need to quickly reach a level of service comparable to other 905 transit operators.” Hwy. 407 “The 407 has been a top priority and you’re not going to see it until at least 2012. That’s not a priority.” Hwy. 7 “I don’t see any trucks there digging ditches. It has to be done in 2007.” Consolidated courthouse “If there is not a crane on the site in the courthouse property in Osha- wa in 2007, we’re being ignored. It’s that simple.” Hwy. 404 “It’s a great route for transit, it’s a great route for trucks, it’s a great route for business.” Health Care “The 905 is the most under- funded part of the province of Ontario.” THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 PAGE 31 A/Pdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, January 26, 2007 Ajax Attack continues downward slide Blanked by Durham Fury in Oshawa Tuesday night AJAX — It wasn’t the ef- fort expected by an Ajax At- tack team looking to move up in the standings and atone for a dismal weekend on the rink. Facing the Durham Fury in Oshawa on Tuesday in a game that held impor- tance to both OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League teams, the Attack failed to rise to the chal- lenge. The Ajacians also failed to register a goal, blanked 3-0 by the host Fury at the Campus Ice Centre. The victory allowed Durham to vault three points ahead of Ajax and become further entrenched in sixth place in the South Conference standings. The Ajacians won the season series with Dur- ham, however, three games to two. The Attack was in Stouffville to meet the Spirit on Thursday night, with the result unavailable at press time. Moreover, Tuesday’s loss for the Attack (13-28-2-1 for 29 points) was their third in a row, after weekend losses to Toronto and Seguin. For Ajax head coach John Winder, the key to the game was simple: The Fury played like they wanted to win. “Durham is a team we can compete with. Both teams are about the same calibre, but they came at us (Tuesday). The difference in the game is they wanted to win and play with inten- sity. Some of our guys didn’t have the intensity needed to win hockey games.” After a scoreless first pe- riod with the Attack out- shooting Durham by a wide 13-4 margin, the Attack became unhinged in the second period. The Fury scored twice, including a powerplay marker, in the second frame to take a two- goal lead into the final 20 minutes of play. Winder noted his team’s lacklustre play in the sec- ond period opened the door for the Fury. “In the second period, the boys were frustrated. We didn’t feel like they worked hard enough and they lost focus,” says Winder. The Attack regrouped in the third period, playing with more fire but it was too little too late. Durham did manage to score a third goal as David Johnson’s shot deflected off an Attack player and past Ajax starter Zac Zanussi. The Ajax powerplay was also ineffective. All told, the Attack came up empty on nine powerplay opportuni- ties. “We had our chances (on the powerplay). We’ll be working on that in prac- tice,” says Winder. “We’re not moving the puck well enough. We’re too stag- nant.” The Attack play a home- and-home set with the Va ughan Vipers this week- end. The Vipers are at the Ajax Community Centre on Saturday at 3 p.m. On Monday, the Attack is in Va ughan at 7:15 p.m. SCORING SUMMARY Period 1 (no scoring) Period 2 Durham - Rob Kay (Brett Eagleson, Michael Markovic) 10:47 Durham - Josh Ladouceur (powerplay) (Michael Mar- kovic, Steven Koufis) 12:47 Period 3 Durham - David Johnson (Behn Robertson, Chris Marchant) 9:28 POWERPLAYS Ajax: 0-for-9; Durham: 1- for-9 PENALTY TOTALS Ajax: 18 minutes on 9 infrac- tions; Durham 18 minutes on 9 infractions SHOTS ON GOAL Ajax: 33; Durham: 22 PICKERING SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION a non-profi t community softball association recognized by the City of Pickering 2007 Program Registration Children’s T-Ball (year of birth 2001-2002) Youth Softball (year of birth 1988-2000) Register in person at the Pickering Recreation Complex & Arena, Valley Farm Road, South of Hwy 2 on: Sunday February 4th – 11am to 1pm O’Brien Room A Monday February 12th – 7pm to 9pm O’Brien Room A Sunday March 4th – 11am to 1pm O’Brien Room A Register anytime at www.pickeringsoftball.com. 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In Tier 6 (15-and-under), Stephanie Geller and Jessica Henry finished fourth in duet, while Brooke Manson and Carly McCagherty placed sev- enth. Henry also placed third in solo, while Durham’s Tier 6 (15-and-under) team also took bronze. At the Lisa Alexander Figures meet at the Etobicoke Olym- pium in Toronto recently, Tier 7 athletes Maclean, MacLellan and LePage all took podium spots, placing second, fifth and sixth, respectively, in a field of athletes representing four clubs. In Tier 6 (15-and-under) competition, Henry stepped onto the podium for her fifth- place ribbon in a field of 85 competitors. And, in Tier 2 (13- and-over), Brittany Michaud earned fourth place to land on the podium. Durham’s LePage, Maclean and Matthews travel to the 2007 Canada Games in Whitehorse, Yu kon next month. All three were recently selected to Team Ontario’s final nine who will compete in team, duet and solo events at the Games. 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