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Home My WebLink AboutNA2008_03_23239 Station Street, Ajax 905-686-2445 FROMFROM VISIT OUR SHOWROOMVISIT OUR SHOWROOM SUNROOMS • WINDOWS • DOORS HappyHappy Easter Easter HappyHappy Easter Easter 12 months - grade 8Blaisdale.com 905-509-5005BLAISDALEMONTESSORIBLAISDALE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Thurs. March 27, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m. 56 Old Kingston Road , Ajax Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 32 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 50,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 2008 The Pickering Brier disappointment Hart to take a break from busy season SPORTS/25 Afro-centric debate Emotions spill over at UOIT NEWS/7 Union rep ‘sickened’ by cutbacks coming to nurses at hospital Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Once the renovated hospital doors are opened at Rouge Valley Health System’s Ajax and Scarborough sites, who’s going to be there, questions a union repre- sentative. Carol Oates, the Ontario Nurses Associ- ation’s bargaining unit president for RVHS, was one of the union representatives who received a memo from RVHS President and CEO Rik Ganderton warning of the cutbacks that will soon hit the hospital. “We have a big financial problem (amongst others),” he wrote in the memo, which was obtained from the hospital. “We have to fix this problem (and the others). This solution will involve staff reductions.” He added he hopes many can be laid off through attrition and voluntary exit packages. Ms. Oates said she’s learned the hospital hopes to extract $10-to-20 million over the next two years, but this hasn’t been con- firmed by the hospital. Mr. Ganderton acknowledged manage- ment and administrative positions will be eliminated, and since nurses make up half the hospital’s work force, he acknowledged many nursing jobs will be cut. No numbers have yet been released, but Ms. Oates is guessing around 10 per cent of the more than 1,000 nurses employed between the two hospitals will be laid off. “That would sicken me,” she said in an interview. “I don’t even know how we could open our doors and function.” Ms. Oates fears for the nurses, especially since their median age is 45, and while some are ready for their retirement pack- ages, the majority still have years left to work. Also, the middle-agers are somewhat fearful since recent graduates are usually most desired. “I’d say we are tense and uncertain of our future,” she said. A report released last December by a three-member peer review team, initiated by the hospital and the Central East Local Health Integration Network, criticized the hospital’s spending practices, noting RVHS has accumulated a $33.8-million deficit over the past six years, which was balanced only once in that time. The hospital owes about $78-million in long-term debt and working capital deficiency. The hospital forecasts a deficit of $6.5 million for fiscal 2007/2008, which ends March 31. “This working capital deficit is among the worst in the province for a community hospital,” the report found. Since 2004, public health care providers had to sign “accountability agreements” WHAT WOULD MY WORLD LOOK LIKE IN 2025? Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Nakisha Slavin, a Grade 5 student at Frenchman’s Bay Public School, recites her winning story at the 2008 Race Relations Forum held Wednesday night in the Pickering Council Chambers. For more on the event see page 7. Layoffs to hit hospital in April ✦ See Province, Page 2 Earth Hour to raise awareness about climate change By Rachel Calvelli Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — See the difference an hour can make at Earth Hour 2008. Millions of people around the world have pledged to turn off their lights on Saturday, March 29 from 8 to 9 p.m. to raise awareness about climate change. Earth Hour began last year in Sydney, Australia, when around 2.3 million people and businesses turned off their lights, reducing their energy emissions by nearly 10.2 per cent in one hour. This year, Earth Hour is a world-wide challenge to people to turn off their lights for the hour. More than 8,500 businesses and 130,000 people have signed up so far, including the City of Pickering and The Town of Ajax. Neil Samson, owner of Mon- arch Kitchen and Bath Cen- tre Ltd. in Pickering, explains his participation in the event. “What companies are doing for one hour, we’re doing for a weekend,” Mr. Samson says. “When I leave Friday I’m shutting it down for the whole week- end, except that the store will be open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.” Mr. Samson also takes part in various other environmen- tal initiatives such as recycling, using en- ergy-efficient light bulbs for displays and trying to reduce waste production. “Maybe Durham Region should get together and do this every quarter, then bi-monthly, then monthly,” he continues. “We keep saying we’ll do some- thing later, we’ll do something later, but later is now... I want there to be a world for our kid’s kids to live in.” Earth Hour is meant as a wake- up call to the world about climate change. Not only can people partici- pate in this event, but they can also do smaller tasks to reduce emissions. “There are lots of things people can do to save money. “It costs money to keep com- puters on, power bars and lights,” Mr. Samson ex- plains. “We encourage companies to appoint environment captains to give guidance and start thinking of steps that they can take.” Pickering and Ajax encourage their residents to participate in Earth Hour. The Town of Ajax is hosting a Lights Out Party for the hour at the Town Hall. It will include a ceremonial switch- ing off of the lights, a glow in the dark presentation and free hot chocolate. Residents are asked to turn off their lights at home. “I really hope everyone does it,” Mr. Samson says, “because this is some- thing that we need to pay attention to.” To register yourself or your busi- ness to participate in Earth Hour, or for more information about the event, visit www.earthhour.org. For more information about the Lights Out Party, contact Christie McLardie at 905-619-2529, ext. 362. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising fl yers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. Sunday March 23, 2008 Carrier of The Week Ajax and Pickering Locations Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Tarik Today’s carrier of the week is Tarik. Tarik enjoys snowboarding & cooking. Tarik has received a dinner, pizza and movie voucher compliments of McDonald’s, Boston Pizza and Cineplex Odeon. 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Ways to work with your kids 4 3 SIMPLE STEPS T O TAK E CONTROL Be firm, fair and c onsistent 13 BY DANIELLE HARDER There are many good reasons to try to eat together as a family once a day. It’s a chance to slow down, connect and share everyone’s day. Increasingly, research is also showing family meals are better for children’s physical, emotional and mental health. According to a study published last month, families who eat together may have healthier kids in the long term. The fi ndings, which appear in the Jour- nal of the American Dietetic Association, suggest children who connect with their parents at mealtimes are more likely to have a healthier diet as young adults. The study followed 1,700 teenagers for fi ve years and found those who ate the most meals with their families tended to eat bet- ter as they got older, including eating more fruits and vegetables. This new research bolsters previous studies that found children who share a meal with family several times a week are less likely to smoke, drink alcohol, use drugs or become sexually active. They also tend to do better academically and have better mental health. Unfortunately, while science suggests families make more attempts to eat togeth- er, economic forces are working against them. According to Statistics Canada, workers spend an average of 45 minutes less per day with family members in 2005 than they did 20 years earlier. The length of the workday has also ex- panded, cutting into what was traditionally the family dinnertime. On average, Cana- dians now work about 30 minutes longer each day than they did a generation ago. Exacerbating the meal crunch is simply the fast-paced and full lives of many fami- lies today. Children are often involved in more extra-curricular activities and have more homework to get through each night, than their parents did as kids. So, what to do? Start by doing some ‘investment’ cook- ing: double a meal one night and freeze half for later or set aside one afternoon on the weekend to cook several meals that can be tucked away in the freezer for busy nights. Next, save yourself time by purchasing pre-cut vegetables. Yes, they cost more but you’re more likely to use them and less likely to be pitching out brown broccoli next week. Even onions – the most dreaded of kitchen chores – are available pre- chopped and frozen. A simple meal, such as bean burritos, can be whipped up in under half an hour. The family meal s till matters MAKE IT A TRADITION Sitting down each day for a family meal, whether it be breakfast or dinner, still holds a lot of value and importance for you and your children. Leadership in education What does it mean to be a leader? In today’s world we recognize that a real leader is a person of action and compas- sion, vision and insight, initiative and responsibility. 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PICKERING BETWEEN FINCH & HWY 401 • Extractions in Hospital • FREE 2nd Opinion Consultation • Collect from Insurances Readers Choice Award Winner for the past 4 Years durhamregion.comP PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 23, 2008 forbidding them from having deficits, and now the new two-year agreements are being negotiated for the first time with the LHINs. Last year the Prov- ince refused to provide an additional $12-million to the hospital, which has bailed out the hospital annually in the past. RVHS spokesman David Brazeau said patients will not detect a reduc- tion in essential health care services following the layoffs. “Emergency services are being maintained at both hospitals 24/7, 365,” he said, adding community level obstetrics and paediatrics will be ac- cessible at both and babies will still be delivered at the two. However, Mr. Ganderton said the hospital plans to cut back on programs the Province doesn’t require the hos- pital to deliver, something the peer review team criticized the hospital for. Ajax is the smaller of the two hospitals, but Mr. Brazeau did not specify which would take the brunt of the layoffs. Numbers for either site will not be released until the plan is approved by the LHIN on March 28, but it will be implemented in April. -- With files from TorStar News Service and Inside Toronto 5d 20 h: 8 - 9 AJAXAJAX Save money and help the planet in an hour DURHAM — Brent Wragg’s Grade 5 class at Meadowcrest Public School in Brooklin is our new set of Webcast- ers for the month of March. The topic for this month’s “Be a Webcaster” is smog. Log on to me- diamash.ca beginning Wednesday to watch the students’ weather webcast. The March break cut a week short for Mr. Wragg’s class, so this week is a special double webcast edition; March 19 and 21. Watch as the students tell you all about smog and what is in store for the weekend in their weather fore- cast. In total, nine lucky Grade 5 and 6 classes in schools throughout Dur- ham will be presenting weekly weath- ercasts during the school year in con- junction with Metroland Durham Region Media Group and 680 News. Each school gets to produce the web- casts for one month. Metroland’s videographer, Ste- fanie Swinson, and meteorologist Jill Taylor of 680 News, visit the chosen classes. Each webcast will include the weekend weather forecast and one other news item, such as a “street- er” in which a Junior Webcaster will ask classmates about a given topic, a report on weather patterns for the coming month or a news report on an environmental initiative in the school. And one lucky student from each school will get the chance to visit 680 News, taking a tour with Ms. Taylor. Meadowcrest Public School students want to ‘Be a Webcaster’ Province refused $12M bail out ✦ Province from page 1 ONLINE SUDOKU Now online at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 newsdurhamregion.com Executive committee refers it back to staff By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — The decision on banning pesticides in Pickering can make the mu- nicipality either a leader or a follower, says a Pickering city councillor. “So we can do it now and be out there as a leading municipality... or we can wait, we can be among the last, and be a follower as opposed to a leader,” said Ward 3 City Coun- cillor David Pickles. But, after an extensive study on banning pesticides in Pickering, public consulta- tions, and lengthy discussions by council, the bylaw was not passed at Monday’s ex- ecutive committee meeting. Ward 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean said he wants to see what the Province has planned for its possible pesticide legislation, and hopes the City can marry Pickering’s bylaw and the Province’s ideas to avoid avoidable costs such as having to re-train bylaw officers. He also questioned the costs, and introduced a motion to refer it back to staff, which was passed. “I like the intent of this motion,” he said in an interview. “I just want to have everything in place.” He added he hopes staff will have the information ready for council in May, so the bylaw can still be effective on Jan. 1, 2009 (an amendment to the draft bylaw makes that the effective date for everyone; originally commercial applicators were to comply immediately). Pickering will also send its draft bylaw to the Province. Coun. Pickles said there would be few immediate costs if the bylaw was passed since the first couple of years would concentrate on educating the public, and enforcement wouldn’t begin until Jan. 1, 2010. Education costs can be covered through budgeting for the healthy lawns and garden education program, the staff report stated. “To refer it or to table it would be the wrong thing for the residents of Pickering,” he said. After the meeting he added once people know the ban is in place, many will simply stop using them without enforce- ment. Ward 1 City Councillor Jennifer O’Connell was disappointed and, despite finding a cou- ple of details that needed to be ironed out, “overall it was a really, really strong bylaw.” She said the report by MMM Group Lim- ited (consultants) noted 62 per cent of busi- ness and public survey respondents wanted a bylaw on most outdoor pesticide uses on commercial property, while 54 per cent agreed with the ban on residential property. “You can’t deny the fact that the people in this municipality want a pesticide bylaw,” she said. Chief Administrative Officer Tom Quinn agrees with sending Pickering’s pro- posed bylaw to the Province, but said there’s no guarantee as to when he’d hear back on the topic. 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The crack is up to two inches deep in places and runs vertically along the end sup- port on the southwest side of the bridge. “Fortunately this crack is cosmetic in nature and not something that affects the structural integrity of the bridge,” said min- istry spokesman Bob Nichols. The Province is responsible for the bridge, which is part of the new Hwy. 401 inter- change at Stevenson currently under con- struction. Mr. Nichols said his department has already reviewed and approved a pro- posal for repairs from the contractor. The work will be done once the weather warms up enough to allow for the proper placement of concrete. “The contractor has recognized the im- portance of making this repair and has placed it on a high priority to complete as soon as feasibly possible,” said Mr. Nichols. Public comments gathered in surveys collected by the City “Do it soon.” “Wait for the provincial government to introduce their pesticide legislation so the entire province is dealing with the pesticide usage issue the same way.” “Children should be educated in schools and at home not to use pesticides - this will help our future generations.” “I think the price of alternative products will be a huge factor in making this pro- gram successful.”Province to handle crack appearing on Stevenson Road bridge newsdurhamregion.comCOLUMNIST NEIL CRONEFOLLOW ALL OUR BLOGS\ BLOG ENTER LAUGHING ...then stay a while durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 23, 2008 “Let us design your dreams” 905-509-9002 ARCHITECT1 Ajax Paint Centre (905)427-3337 12 Harwood S.Ajax Pickering Paint Centre (905)837-0317 1794 Liverpool, Pickering PAINT CENTRE 1550 BAYLY ST., #35, PICKERING 905.839.0574 www.aroundthehome.ca • KITCHENS • VANITIES KITCHEN RENOVATIONS 32 Eavestroughing In Business Since 1970 5”, 6” Seamless Eavestrough Supply • Run off Installation FREE ESTIMATES Eavestroughing, Siding, Soffi t, Fascia 905-426-5001 www.unictrough.ca 759 Kingston Rd. 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Speaking to the Community Advisory Council on Tuesday, Mark Elliott, senior vice-president of Pickering ‘A’, said Units 4, 5, 6 and 7 are working, while Unit 1 is off-line for maintenance in the turbine area. Unit 8 is half-way through a 58-day planned outage. Mr. Elliott noted in the past two months, accidents on both the ‘A’ and ‘B’ sides saw workers suffer injuries that caused them to miss work. On the ‘B’ side, a worker suffered a back injury “working in an awkward position” on the turbine floor, snapping a streak of 4.5 million hours without a loss-time ac- cident, he said. A worker hurt his back while lifting on the ‘A’ side, breaking a run of 2.4 million hours. Since the accident, the ‘A’ side has gone 240,000 hours without an accident. “We’re investigating both,” he said, not- ing the company places a premium on safety. “We want to send our employees home each day in the same condition that they came in.” Mr. Elliott also updated the council on the business plan for the ‘A’ side. There are five priorities: improving plant reliability; continuing the safe stor- age; implementing findings from a WANO (World Association of Nuclear Operators) review in 2006; developing people; and, preparing the work. Preparing the work involves planning projects, he said. “Get the work ready and align the workforce to execute the work.” Some projects require 16 weeks to get the work ready, including ensuring the parts are ordered and delivered, he said. Extra preparation means that “in the same period, we can get the more work done,” Mr. Elliott stated. Other benefits include fewer break- downs and employees are more engaged in their work, he said. Units 2 and 3 “won’t be restarted, so we put them into safe storage,” he said, adding the fuel and heavy water are being removed. WANO officials will be back next year. “We took their advice and learnings and are putting them in place,” Mr. Elliott said. “We’re not doing this for them, but they have the knowledge. By doing this, we’re following their lead.” Hearing on renewing Pickering nuclear licence to be held in Ajax Bonnie & Christopher Buckler Be Smart! Is YourBe Smart! Is Your Child Water Safe?™Child Water Safe?™ 821 Brock Rd. South821 Brock Rd. South Pickering • 905.420.4141Pickering • 905.420.4141 263 Port Union Rd.263 Port Union Rd. 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The system, which includes the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, and the Central East Local Health integration Network (LHIN), in a week or so will go public to address how exactly the for- mer’s going to deal with what president and CEO Rik Ganderton has called “a big financial problem.” The Rouge Valley system has an estimated $78-million debt and the writing’s on the wall from the LHIN, a provincial body given the task of planning health care here and in south- central Ontario as a whole (and, as critics have rightly suggested, a convenient buf- fer between hospitals, and communities, and the provincial government). Mr. Ganderton has said the solution involves staff cuts and layoffs will be “considerable.” Programs, too, are prob- ably on the chopping block. System spokesman David Brazeau has said emergency services will continue to be offered “24/7” and “babies will be born at both hospitals.” Hospital staffers are understandably concerned for their jobs and the impact that cuts will have on the community. Already rumours are swirling regarding which services will be cut or removed. We understand from the hospital its plan for dealing with the financial crisis is to be approved by its board on March 25, and that “staff town halls” will take place the next day. The LHIN board will public- ly approve the plan three days later, and it is to be implemented in early April. Hospital board chairman Tom Atkins in December said “we will continue to communicate openly with our staff, our partners and our communities.” Now, if implementing the plan in early April means there will be a week or two period between when it’s made public and when it’s put in place, with no town hall for residents, it’s clear Mr. Atkins’ promise made just three months ago isn’t being honoured. We think.. e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. 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I feel hom- eowners are “punished” for others (ex. apartments) who still do not have enforced recycling. My garbage may soon be exam- ined at street level in clear plastic bags to make sure all my qualifying cotton swabs are in the green bin. One opaque bag will be allowed for personal items. Don’t you line your home’s garbage cans with bags? Yes, plastic bags are a problem, but loose garbage in a bin with no bag at all isn’t picked up. If I throw out a paint-soaked paper towel, will my clear bag be rejected at the curb? How about credit for what I already do? Most bi-weekly periods we set out two bags. If I have more than four, I hold them over. Give me 104 bag tags (26 pickups times four bags) when I pay my property taxes and let me manage my yearly use. A rebate for unused tags? There’s an incentive. Kathy Turnpenny Oshawa N ot unlike spring, there’s a hint of election wafting through the air. It’s not quite here, but we can smell it coming. There’s the anti-Liberal attack fliers in my mail box, with B.C. Conservative MP Randy Kamp’s office listed as the return address. One of them was delivered the same day as the latest Mark Holland report. There’s the anti-Jim Flaherty billboards along several local routes, including Hwy. 2. Those come from the Canadian Associa- tion of Income Trust Investors, who’ve also attacked the NDP. And, of course there’s the recent Liberal by-election victories in Toronto ridings by two of the party’s superstars, Martha Hall Findlay and former Ontario premier Bob Rae. No one expects those two to put their campaign signs into long-term storage. While the epic battle between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama is drawing record numbers of voters south of the border, it’s hard to imagine Canadians swooning at a spirited Stephen Harper or Stephane Dion political rally. That’s because the whole process is much more tedious than exciting. There’s a vague sense that we should have a proper major- ity government running the country, with- out the uncertainty that it could fold like a house of cards as soon as the opposition sees an opportune moment. But there’s no more consensus on who should be at the helm than there was during the last two federal elections. The divisions between rural and urban voters are likely to remain the same, and without the support of residents in places like Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto, it’s unlikely that Mr. Harper will nab a majority. As for Mr. Dion, he hasn’t connected with Canadians in a way that would support a big election-day victory. Besides all that, part of the disinterest is that voters see no difference between Mr. Dion and Mr. Harper sniping at each other across the Commons floor or from the campaign trail and they’re just as likely to tune out than listen to the same talking points over and over again. Which is too bad because our country faces some real challenges. One of the biggest is the economy. It seems the invisible hand of the market is giving the United States the middle finger and waving it in our direction too, espe- cially at Ontario’s manufacturing industry. We’re vulnerable in Durham and the signs of an economic slow down are there. Unemployment in the Oshawa Census Metropolitan Area, which includes Claring- ton and Whitby as well, rose while the pro- vincial average fell in February. Statistics Canada reported the province lost 20,000 manufacturing jobs in that month alone. There’s also a real sense of frustration with the mission in Afghanistan, especially with timelines like a 2011 exit. That’s almost a decade of service in that country. Many Canadians feel it’s time for other countries to do their share, especially when it comes to combat operations in volatile areas. While we honour our troops that have fallen, no one wants to see another motor- cade heading down the Highway of Heroes towards Toronto. Voters are also increasingly concerned about the environment. So far there’s been a lot more talk than substantive work. Our lack of action on climate change means Canada is viewed as part of the problem, not the solution, internationally. If an election is coming, fine. Let’s get it done and get to work on the big issues fac- ing our country. Reka Szekely’s column normal- ly appears every third Sunday. E-mail rszekely@durhamregion.com. Signs point to an election Reka Szekely THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 23, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Forty per cent drop-out rate among students of African heritage By Josie Newman jnewman@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A March 13 debate Thursday at the University of Ontario Institute of Tech- nology about the recent sanctioning by the Toronto District School Board of an Afro-cen- tric school sparked a wide range of arguments and emotions. Sponsored by the Caribbean Student As- sociation and the National Society of Black Engineers, the crowd of 120 students seemed equally divided in their opinions about whether such a school should be created. They heard two five-member panels debate the merits of inclusion, feelings of disenfran- chisement, and an education that promises to have a strong emphasis on heritage and cul- ture as a means of achieving better scholastic results. According to the TDSB, there’s a 40 per cent drop-out rate among students of African heritage. The board is spending $820,000 to fund an Afro-centric school slated to open in September, 2009, to launch a pilot program of African history and culture in three exist- ing schools, to establish a research centre at York University to determine the best way to improve the success of marginalized students, and to devise a strategy to combat under- achievement for all marginalized students in Toronto. Xavier Gordon, president of the Canada zone chair of the National Society of Black En- gineers (NSBE), opened the debate by saying, “It’s strange to see that some blacks are fight- ing to separate again, now that we have access to all the opportunities that others have. The Toronto school board is accountable to every- body, not just the African community.” Sheila Emijjo, president of the Caribbean African Student Association countered that, saying, “This is not an issue of segregation. An Afro-centric school could address the high drop-out rate and try to keep kids in school.” Some of the debaters suggested the high drop-out rate among black youth is because they feel disconnected with their learning environment. “Numerous studies show blacks are behind whites because they do not connect with what they’re learning. It makes sense to cre- ate a learning environment that is conducive to them. We have a Euro-centric system and, if the other side wants to endorse that, I pity them,” said Sanifa Holaki, a member of the NSBE at the UOIT. She cited a study indicating Afro-centric schools in Connecticut and Michigan have seen improved math and science scores among their students since they began at- tending black-only schools. But, Jarrelle Johnson, conference planning chair of the NSBE, cited a study discussed in a recent Toronto Star article in which black-only schools in Charlotte, North Carolina fared more poorly than other schools, ending up with lower test scores and fewer resources. Jamie Smith, president of NSBE at the UOIT, added, “We spend $8,000 per year per student here in Ontario. We need to change the way education is delivered in the province, not build separate schools.” Benedict Anozie, a UOIT student originally from Nigeria who attended the debate, said, “I’m against Afro-centric schools. I come from a culture where I only mingled with other blacks, and I think they should give students the chance to see all sides of culture here.” Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos MY WORLD IN 2025 PICKERING — The Wildfire Dance Theatre members perform at the 2008 Race Relations Forum at the Pickering Council Chambers Wednesday night. Abril Rodriguez and Alicia Ross perform a lyrical dance about racism. The event was also a chance for students to read their winning entries in the City’s In Your Words writing contest. It asked students to imagine their diverse community in 2025. At right, Jalan Dookhie, a Grade 8 student at Dr. Roberta Bondar Public School in Ajax, recites his winning short story. Merits of Afro-centric school debated AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo The Caribbean and African Student Association, along with the Naional Society of Black Engineers, hosted a debate about Afro-centric schools. Arguing her point for the yes side is Sanifa Holaki. 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The increase still has to be approved by council and the Region will look to York Re- gion, a 50 per cent partner in the environmental assess- ment for the incinerator, for part of the funding. If York does not agree to kick in, Dur- ham will pick up the entire tab for the increase. “We’ll try to twist York’s arm to get on board with 50 per cent, but that’s no guaran- tee at this point,” said Works Commissioner Cliff Curtis. Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp said nothing is chang- ing other than the amount of money available to Claring- ton. “We would still review the invoices and work with Clar- ington staff to be informed of what’s going on ... we would bring it back to committee and council before we made the payment.” But, Scugog Mayor Mari- lyn Pearce, the finance and administration committee chairwoman, cautioned Clar- ington about additional costs. “You know what happens if you go to the well too often, it dries up,” she said. And, Clarington Councillor Charlie Trim agreed. “As we go along in this pro- cess, there are certain mem- bers of Clarington council who believe there’s a blank cheque-- and that term has been expressed in the past- - and I wanted to make sure the $500,000 was the maxi- mum figure,” he said. Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details durhamregion.comP PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 23, 2008 Photo by Jennifer Riberts A very, very close shave AJAX — Alek Miljevic, store manager at the Ajax Wal-Mart gets his head shaved by employees Lynda Moorcroft and Mercedes Johnston, as part of a fundraiser for Breakfast Clubs of Canada, . To date the store has raised $9,582. 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The fi ndings, which appear in the Jour- nal of the American Dietetic Association, suggest children who connect with their parents at mealtimes are more likely to have a healthier diet as young adults. The study followed 1,700 teenagers for fi ve years and found those who ate the most meals with their families tended to eat bet- ter as they got older, including eating more fruits and vegetables. This new research bolsters previous studies that found children who share a meal with family several times a week are less likely to smoke, drink alcohol, use drugs or become sexually active. They also tend to do better academically and have better mental health. Unfortunately, while science suggests families make more attempts to eat togeth- er, economic forces are working against them. According to Statistics Canada, workers spend an average of 45 minutes less per day with family members in 2005 than they did 20 years earlier. 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Craig Burch scholarship to be offered RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES Get your local news and sports faster at newsdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, March 23, 2008 PAGE 25 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Joslin steps down after one season on the bench By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — For the third time in as many years, the Pickering Panthers will have a new head coach behind the bench. The OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League squad is actively looking for a new bench boss to replace Mark Joslin be- hind the bench. Joslin has elected not to return to the Panthers after only one year on the job. “He decided not to come back because of other busi- ness interests he’s looking at,” says Pan- thers’ gen- eral manager Gary Watters. “Mark did a good job, but it didn’t work out the way he wanted it to, so he’s decided to move on. It’s not like we wouldn’t have loved to have Mark back, but that’s the nature of the business.” Joslin was hired by the Pan- thers at the start of the 2007-08 season to replace former head coach Pat Curcio, who opted to take an assistant coaching job with the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League. The Panthers are coming off arguably their worst campaign in several seasons after finishing last in the OPJAHL’s South Con- ference with a mark of 10-38-1. Watters, entering his first full season as GM, notes the Panthers are prepared to take their time in assessing a list of hopefuls for the head coaching position. Thus far, approximately 10 prospects have applied for the position. “All of the (applicants) are very experienced, but we don’t want to rush with this very important decision. We want to make sure we do it right and pick the right candidate,” says Watters. Watters adds he hopes to have a new coach in place prior to the Panthers’ annual rookie camp set for early May. The Panthers’ GM is unfazed by the prospect of hiring a third head coach in the past three sea- sons, saying most teams are gen- erally in a state of change with their coaches and roster each season. “Every team is in the same po- sition as we are with a couple of exceptions. You can ramp up very quickly with the right coach and the right players,” he explains. That said, however, Watters re- marked the goal is stability and consistency within the club for the coming seasons. “My goal is to get the right peo- ple in place and move forward. To be consistent year over year is the goal; a roller coaster ride is not what we want.” Joslin couldn’t be reached for comment. Mark Joslin Pickering Panthers searching for another head coach Disappointment gives way to pride in Brier play for Pickering’s Hart Close loss to Alberta tough, but Ontario team battled hard through adversity By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Two curling events remain for the Glenn Howard four- some in the 2007-08 season, but vice and Pickering resident Richard Hart will only be on the ice for one. The Howard rink, which makes its curling home out of the Coldwater and District Curling Club, near Oril- lia, will compete in the Bear Moun- tain Arena Classic in Victoria, B.C. and the Tylenol Players Champion- ship in St. John’s, Nfld. -- both part of the World Curling Tour -- next month. Hart, however, will bypass the Victoria event and join teammates Howard, Craig Savill and Brent Laing to finish the season in Canada’s east- ernmost city from April 15 to 20. Quite simply, the wear and tear of a long and ultra-competitive curl- ing season -- including a close 5-4 Brier final loss by the Ontario rink to Alberta’s Kevin Martin rink in Win- nipeg last Sunday -- has taken its toll on the 38-year-old, who’s been curl- ing alongside Howard for the past eight years. “I’ve taken too much time (off work) already, because it’s already been a long season, so I’ll be unable to make that one,” says Hart, noting he and his teammates agreed that, if they qualified for the Brier, he would take one of the two remaining events off. “It’s complicated juggling work, family and curling; it’s unreal.” The memory of Alberta skip Mar- tin drawing to the button with the final rock in the 10th end for the Brier win is still fresh in his mind, denying the Howard rink the chance at a repeat Canadian championship and an opportunity for a second consecutive world championship. There’s disappointment, yes, but Hart says it’s tempered with satisfac- tion with the foursome’s never-say- die character as it relates to the On- tario team’s courageous run through the page playoff game (a 9-7 win over B.C’s Bob Ursel) and the semifinal (a 8-7 victory over Saskatchewan’s Pat Simmons) in order for a shot at a Brier repeat. “Absolutely. There’s always disap- pointment when you make it to the Brier final and lose it,” says Hart. “But, I’m pretty proud of making it back to the provincials and then making it to the (Brier) finals. It’s tough to lose it on the last shot, but that’s the way it goes. We fought hard right to the end and I’m so proud of that.” Hart concedes the troublesome ice conditions at the Brier final proved difficult for both teams to handle, but he was unwilling to call the ice at Winnipeg’s MTS Centre the prime factor in the loss -- a factor, but not the only one. “It was, for sure, a source of frus- tration,” acknowledges Howard. “It does occasionally happen in curling. It was fairly major to have the curling change (for the final), but we had to make the proper adjustments to keep playing at the same level. It cre- ated a lot of doubt and frustration on both sides. The ice conditions added one more factor into the mix and it worked against us this time. “It was a contributing factor for sure but, at the end of the day, it’s a coin flip between the two teams. They’re a good team and we feel we’re a pretty good team. We’re two teams that meet all the time and it’s 50-50 who will win.” A Brier victory would have also guaranteed the Howard rink a spot in the Olympic trials for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancou- ver-Whistler. Those trials are expect- Metroland file photo After coming close to repeating as Brier champs in Winnipeg last weekend, Richard Hart, left, says he’ll take some time off and won’t travel with the Glenn Howard team to one of its two final events of the season. The Pickering resi- dent will, however, join the team for the Players Championship in Newfoundland next month. Here, he discusses strat- egy with Howard at last year’s world championship. ✦ See Howard, Page 27 I want to earn your business and trust Given the opportunity, I will give your car my personal experience; honestly and professionally. You will be guaranteed 100% satisfaction and we will warranty all of our work for 90 days or 5,000 km. 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After Pickering got an early marker from Joshua Perez-Salvador, they held the Tor- nadoes scoreless until 12.8 seconds remained in the game, when they scored with Pickering playing short- handed and the Tecumseh goalten- der on the bench for an extra at- tacker. Both teams were held scoreless through a tense and exciting over- time period. The teams then pro- ceeded to a shootout, with Tommy- Lee McDonald scoring the only goal for Pickering and goalie Graham Reid stopping all three Tecumseh shooters for an exciting 2-1 shootout victory. Andrew Synowicki earned tourna- ment most valuable player honours. In the semifinals, the Panthers posted a come-from-behind 4-3 overtime victory over the Uxbridge Stars. The Panthers spotted the Stars an early 3-0 lead, but battled back to score three goals of their own late in the third period, which set the stage for overtime. Mitchell Burkin emerged as the hero, scor- ing the winning goal in extra time. McDonald, with two, and Drew Attwood scored in regulation time for Pickering. The Panthers posted a 2-1 record during the round-robin portion of the tournament. In Game 1, the Pan- thers hung on to an early lead to edge the New Tecumseh Tornadoes 4-3. Synowicki scored twice and Austin Marchese and Perez-Salvador also scored for the Panthers. In Game 2, the Pickering peewees dropped a close 1-0 decision to the Uxbridge Stars. The game remained scoreless until late in the third pe- riod when Uxbridge scored the only goal of the contest. The Panthers bounced back with a big effort in the final round-robin game to beat the host Bradford Bull- dogs 7-0. Synowicki led the scoring parade with a hat trick. Drew Halsall, McDonald, Stuart McNamara and Drake Montgomery also tallied. Gra- ham Reid earned the shutout. 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Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos March Madness in Durham AJAX — Above, Bayview Heights Public School teachers Christine West, Linday Peterson and Jennifer Gib- bons painted their faces to cheer on their school at the DEAA intermediate boys’ basketball final against Val- ley Farm Public School at the Lakeside Community Centre on Tuesday. At left, Valley Farm’s Aiman Saleh splits Bayview Heights defenders Tyrell Hall, left, and Soloman Dythe. 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This person must also possess the skills to control in- ventory of bulk aggregates, or- der product, facilitate deliveries and assist customers as re- quired. If you are a self start- er, motivated, organized, cheer- ful, able to work alone and with a team, then we would like to meet with you. Wage will be estab- lished based on experience. Please apply to Direct Landscape Supply, 935 Bloor Street East, Oshawa; fax 905-576-4050 ATTENTION: TIRED OF Mc jobs? $9.00/hour to start up to $20/hour. NO COMMISSION. Marketing company seeking dy- namic workers. FULL PAID TRAINING PROVIDED. Call Am- ber 905-668-5544. A MEANINGFUL CAREER *Get paid for helping families solve financial problems *High earnings potential *Set your own hours, *F/T or P/T Fax resume to Don Zynomirski 1-866-202-9710 APPOINTMENT TAKER - Whit- by part-time/full-time, wage plus bonus. Experience preferred. Please Call Angela Monday - Fri- day 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.(905) 666- 4905 MAID SERVICE Requires reliable cleaners for residential, daytime only, part-time positions to start immed. Exp. preferred. Own transportation required. (905)686-9160. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good benefits and salary. Please fax resume to (905) 619-2901 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CLEANERS NEEDED URGENT for fast-growing maid service. Permanent position. Room for advancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905- 723-6242 COOKS & WAITRESSES for new franchise restaurant in Port Hope 2-3 years experience with Smart Serve an asset. Full/Part time. Please fax resume: 1-877- 841-2295. DAYCARE IN COURTICE re- quires ECE for contract position and on-call staff. Please fax resume to: 905-436-6878. DRIVERS WANTED Earn CASH DAILY! Full and part time shifts. We will train you. 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Key positions also available for experienced personnel with strong leadership abilities. All po- sitions require a valid driver's li- cense. Please fax your resume to Holland-Aaronway Property Ser- vices 905-433-7758. LITERACY COACHES support- ing adults with intellectual disability throughout Durham. Must return to university, fall 2008. Vehicle required. Twelve- week summer position, flexibility of hours. email: cafa_to@yahoo.ca. ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full Time We Train You Call 905.435.0518 LOOKING FOR person willing to talk to small groups. A car and internet needed. Call Diana 866- 306-5858. MANAGER/SUPERVISOR Experienced in managing all aspects of a 50+ CSR 24 hour inbound Call Centre locat- ed in Oshawa. Email oshawacallcentre@live.com with salary expectations. OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS-Sales for Pickering travel centre. 3 F/T positions. Earn to $7k+ per month plus Bonuses/ Benefits. 208sales@fvctravel.com PICKERING DAYCARE Re- quires ECE teacher immediately. Full-time. Experience is a must. Fax resume to: 905-428-8463. SUPERINTENDENTS East Durham area. Mature couple required. Good salary and 2-bdrm apt. Routine repairs & mainte- nance, cleaning. Some adminis- trative duties. Clear police check required. Please send resumes to File #329, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Fare- well St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 UNIK CHOCOLATE,is expand- ing & we require Representatives & Drivers for pick up (A/C vehicle necessary). Salary $600-$1000 net per week plus gas. Please call (905)831-7191 To Place an Ad Call (905) 683-0707 or Tor. line (416) 798-7259 Email: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Website: localmarketplace.ca A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 23, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Ventra Plastics Peterborough Our Mission: To be the leading supplier of painted exterior automotive products in a global economy. Your Mission: Be fully engaged and take ownership and responsibility for the business. Be ready for the challenge to be part of a team that constantly improves our products, systems, technology and service. If this is you then you could be our next: SUPERVISOR You must have at least 3 years experience as a supervisor.You will play a major role in improving our operation through Continuous Improvement.To be successful you must be able to communicate well on the shop floor.You are an effective problem solver and possess excellent interpersonal skills. You must be able to work as part of a team that is constantly driving for improvement and challenging you to do better.The successful candidate will be a strong team player and possess interpersonal skills ensuring their ability to direct, motivate and work in the most effective/efficient manner. You have a passion for safety and an understanding of ergonomics that will allow you to help improve the conditions of our workplace. Is this you? If so you are encouraged to submit your resume to: Human Resources Ventra Plastics Peterborough P.O. Box 660 775 Technology Drive Peterborough Ont. K9J 6Z8 jmiller@ventraplastics.com or spost@ventraplastics.com Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. We are currently seeking a PART-TIME MAINTENANCE WORKER for Pickering residences for medically fragile children. Preference will be given to the candidate who is friendly, able to work unsupervised, shows positive attitude and manages time wisely. The position requires good knowledge and skills in home repair painting, basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry and drywall. An asset will be the ability to advise and assist in the co-ordination of contractors for bigger projects and unforeseen maintenance is- sues. A valid drivers license and vehicle, tools and clear police background check are mandatory. Forward resume to Stewart Homes by fax 905-686-3112 www.stewart-homes.com BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2008-2009 The Youth Centre, a non-profit community health centre, requires individuals to serve on its Board of Directors. The Youth Centre pro- vides a range of medical and counseling servic- es and health promotion programs to Ajax and Pickering youth. We are seeking individuals who are interested in contributing their time, skills, experience and views to help better serve our youth and serve on our Board of Directors. We would welcome applications from quali- fied community members and are especially interested in hearing from individuals with ex- perience in Finance, Business Management, Legal, Marketing and Communications. Pre- vious board experience would be an asset. Successful candidates will be required to pro- vide a Criminal Reference Check. Applications are available on our website: www.theyouthcentre.ca. Please fax completed applications to us at 905-428-9151 or call Susan or Rhonda at The Youth Centre 905-428-1212 Please submit your application on or before April 21, 2008. ~ JOB FAIR ~ Should it really be called work if you want to be there anyway? Tuesday March 25th, 2008 10:00am - 3:00pm Don't miss out on this interview opportunity with Port Restaurant. Positions include Kitchen and Front of the House staff. Come dressed for success! Interviews will be conducted on a first come, first serve basis. Hosted at: YMCA Durham Employment & Community 1550 Kingston Rd, Pickering (Valley Farm Rd. & Hwy. 2) (905) 427-7670 THE DURHAM Rape Crisis Centre is a feminist or- ganization that believes in the equality of all people re- gardless of race, class, sexual orientation or gender. We are committed to taking an active role in our community to end all forms of violence against women and children. As a Rape Crisis Centre we work with and provide sup- port services to recent as well as historical or childhood survivors of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and childhood sexual abuse and their families. DRCC is looking for dedicated individuals to become part of our Board of Directors. We are currently looking to fulfill the following roles on our Board: •Legal Director •Accounting Director •Counselling Director QUALIFICATIONS: •5-10 years experience in their respective field •Solid understanding of Management &Accounting •Appropriate educational designations •Preference will be given to those with prior chari- table experience •Willing to commit to 8-10 hours per month info@durhamrapecrisiscentre.com Fax # (905)444-9277 LOOKING FOR WORK? 3 Day Job Club will help you FIND A JOB fast In 3 days you will have ✦ A résumé that gets you in the door ✦ A free Job Search Manual ✦ Answers to tough interview questions ✦ Knowledge of how to find good job leads ✦ Access to our job postings To register for our free workshops Call and register through Northern Lights at 905-426-8337 Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12, Pickering Telephone: 905-420-4010 Full/Part Time & Casual Child & Youth Worker Positions Please visit our website: www.enterphase.com to view several job opportunities! BUDGET & CONTRACT ANALYST- Full-Time Needed for fast paced growing clinical research company. BA or BS required. Previous budget and contract work history with knowledge of clini- cal research trial process needed. Organizational and time management skills required. Excellent oral/written communication skills including writing, proofreading and editing. Excellent computer skills. Fax CV and cover letter to:(905) 683- 9066 or email:Thutton@adamedical.com CNC MACHINIST Lathe setup/operate person for clean comprehensive equipped job shop. Tooling and low volume production environment. Previous experience is essential with conversational programming an asset. Must have own micrometers/indicators/tools. THISTLE TOOL LTD. (416) 292-0300 Fax: (416) 292-3207 PARTS PICKER/SHIPPER/ASSEMBLER required for busy Hydraulic hose company. •Must be fluent in English •Forklift certification an asset •$12.00/hr. Please fax resume to: 905-686-4385 GANTREX A premier designer and manufacturer of Crane rail support systems based in Ajax is looking for a designer with technical college de- gree. Require 3 to 4 years design and drafting ex- perience in manufacturing, a strong working knowl- edge of AutoCAD and excellent written and oral communication skills. Please e-mail resumes to: engineer@gantrex.com GOODAIRE PELGRIMS PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION CONVEYANCER/LAW CLERK Full time, for busy Whitby Law Firm. Experienced with proficiency in Teraview, Conveyancer, PCLaw email resume to david.goodaire@bellnet.ca TORONTO / GTA AREA Manager ●Program Coordinator Customer Service ● Administrative 28k - 55k ●1-3 years Experience General Office Skills & Problem Solving Abilities Call 416-214-1556 or Email: info@mycareerlift.com Village Chrysler is looking for EXPERIENCED SALES REP We offer: •Negotiable pay based on experience •Demo or car allowance •Fresh Inventory •Over 150 used cars •Lots of advertising •Lots of spiffs/open floor •Lots of traffic & sales calls •New facility •Potential to earn big $$ Become part of our winning team!! For private and confidential interview call & ask for Nick or Jim @ (905) 683-5358 or email: nick@villagechrysler.ca TELEMARKETERS/SALES REPS •$10-$12/hour plus commission •Monday-Friday 9am-5pm •Company benefits included •Preferred sales experience Fax resume to 905-831-2987 attention: Brian FOR A CAREER ABOVE and BEYOND! We are looking for 15 Skilled Flat Roofing Technicians to install flat roofing systems including Single Ply EPDM/TPO. The successful candidates will work on a variety of projects throughout the Province of Ontario, focusing mainly on the Durham/GTA area. Travel compensation is provided for out of town projects.. Candidates Will Possess: ●Experience in flat roof system installation ●Great work habits and ability to work well in a team environment Foran's Offers: ●Generous wages and benefits; including benefits for their families ● Safe & prosperous working environment ●Year round work opportunities Call: (905) 668-3244 Fax: (905) 668-8205 A leading manufacturer of security equipment based in the Durham Region requires an Inside Sales-Security Solutions Rep. You will prospect, develop and maintain new and existing busi- ness-to-business relationships. Some travel is required. Report- ing to the Director of Sales the successful candidate will possess: ● 2-5 years sales experience in security or technology industry ●Experience with CCTV, Access Control and IP Technology ● Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills ●Familiarity with office related software ● Positive attitude, ability to work independently or part of a team ● Ideally a post secondary education We offer base salary and annual bonus, plus benefits. Please email resume to careers@keyscan.ca WHITBY CALL CENTRE needs 15 motivated people to work evenings and Saturdays. Excellent wages, paid training, exciting bonuses. Send resume to: michelleburch@rogers.com WILD & CRAZY can't be lazy, No phones/No office. Work with peo- ple. 15 positions for our promo- tional department. People skills an asset. No exp. No problem. Call Julia, 905-668-5544. Make Money Now! BUSY AJAX SALON, needs part-time hair stylists on week- ends. Commissioned. Chair ren- tal possibility. No clientele re- quired. Please call 647-223- 1949. FULL-TIME STYLIST,Estheti- cian and Nail Tech. Guarantee plus commission. Hot Heads (905)723-4247 or (905)623-2440 HAIR LOFT IS NOW searching for qualified stylists with clientele. Call (905)623-6300 or apply in person at 44 King St. W, Bow- manville. HAIRSTYLIST FULL TIME with experience. Joseph's Hairstyling Oshawa Centre. Apply in person or call Joe (905) 723-9251 PT/FT HAIRSTYLISTS WANTED for Busy Hair Salons. Hourly plus commission. Paid holidays. Birth- day off with pay. Benefits. PICK- ERING $10/hr Jenn 905-831- 7569. OSHAWA $9/hr Rachel 905-434-4994. BOWMANVILLE $9/hr Barb 623-6444. ALIGNMENT SPECIALIST re- quired fulltime in Whitby area. Call 416-806-3416. ANDROID INDUSTRIES has been awarded business locally in the Oshawa area and we are looking for Automotive Sequenc- ing and Assembly professionals to join our growing and dynamic team. Experienced and interest- ed individuals can call or send re- sume to Deb Lobaugh phone (330)503-7141, fax (248)454- 0505 or email oshawajobs@an- droid-ind.com. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECH- NICIAN 4th or 5th year Appren- tice or Licensed Service Techni- cian. Required for Pickering shop. We offer a great work envi- ronment and very competitive. Wages that will match your expe- rience. Fax resume to (905) 420- 1389. Email to: rgautocenter @rogers.com CABINET MAKER wanted full time days, must have experience with jointers, shapers, planners and panel saws. WOOD SHOP HELPER ALSO REQUIRED WITH SOME EXPERIENCE. E-mail constructionmanagement@live.ca CNC PUNCH PRESS Operator with brake and shear experience. Trumpf experience an asset.. Full time days, wage to be negotiated. Contact Steve by e-mail at steve@adamsonproaudio.com CONSTRUCTION LABOUR wanted ASAP for a long term project in the Port Perry area, we need a person with finish carpentry, framing and dry walling experience and cabinet making skills an asset. Email homebuilders@live.ca or fax 905-982-0609 EXPERIENCED BRICKLAYERS wanted. Must have own transpor- tation. Please call (905)436-8278 EXPERIENCED, LICENSED Technician with GM training for dealership in Ajax. Fax resume to Dave Gunn 905-683-8705. ROOFER'S AND ROOFING crews needed. Own vehicles, own GST number, comp number, and fall arrest. Also Full time Service/repair person needed. Call (905)725-1093. TOOL MAKER: A Durham Re- gion tool shop requires an experi- enced senior toolmaker to build and develop progressive dies up to 200 tonnes. A self-starter with previous experience in complex automotive and draw dyes re- quired. We offer a competitive rate. Please apply by fax to: 1- 866-509-7834. WANTED A PERSON to assist in an automation project with PLC experience, ABB Robots and Omron experience an asset. Email resume to: steve@adamsonproaudio.com WELDER NEEDED.Some expe- rienced required for South Oshawa. Please fax resume to (905)668-2436 WELDERS & FABRICATORS required immediately. Min. 3 years experience, Durham Re- gion area. Send resume to: Fax: 905-666-5163 or e-mail hrwelding@bellnet.ca BILINGUAL APPOINTMENT co- ordinator required part time, $11.00 hr. to start. Call (905)426- 2796 FULL-TIME LEGAL ASSISTANT required for busy real estate law practice. Minimum 5 years experi- ence in Conveyancer and Tera- view a must. Please fax resume to: 905-509-5270. LAW OFFICE. Full time perma- nent. Reception, basic bookkeep- ing, some secretarial. For full de- tails go to www.kitchenlegal.ca. Mail resume to: Kitchen Legal, Box 82, Oshawa ON L1H 7K8, or by email to: jshields@kitchenlegal.ca RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED, very busy real estate office in Pickering, evenings and week- ends, good computer skills, ability to work under pressure neces- sary. Real Estate office experi- ence an asset. Fax resume to 905-619-3334 or 905-831-7070. sales help & agents ROOFING, WATERPROOFING Sales person needed. Full/part time. Experience needed, but not recommended. If interested call (905)725-1093. 2 MASSAGE THERAPISTS wanted, 1 full-time, 1 part-time for busy physiotherapy clinic in Oshawa and Courtice. Please fax resumes to: 905-433-9367. BUSY NORTH END DENTAL office seeks full-time hygienist and part-time receptionist (some evenings). Please email tooth@allstream.net CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIST- ANT/RECEPTIONIST 30 hours per week, at downtown Oshawa. 2 evenings and 1 Saturday per month. Please fax resume to: 905-433-0337. DENTAL ASSISTANT,energetic certified level II, required for busy office Monday/Wed/Fri. (one eve- ning) Please submit resume in person, 936 Simcoe St N. Oshawa. sales help & agents DENTAL HYGIENISTS required in Whitby/Oshawa area for per- manent part-time and maternity leave positions full-time. Send re- sumes to Dental Futures, 1801 Dundas St. East, PO Box 70567, Whitby, ON L1N 9G3 or e-mail to peterhpiper@gmail.com GREAT OPPORTUNITY for a full-time CDA II in a established general and cosmetic practice in Oshawa. Join our friendly, long term team. No evenings or week- ends. Apply in confidence by fax to attention Laura at 905-434- 8520 sales help & agents sales help & agents KING RITSON DENTAL has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic dental receptionist/accounts re- ceivable representative to help compliment our team. Our office will appeal to an experienced dental professional who is flexible to change in a busy, large group practice. This is a full time position which may include day, evening & weekend shifts. Please forward resume to: 905-579- 3815, or slake@on.aibn.com sales help & agents sales help & agents NORTH OSHAWA Medical Cen- ter is currently accepting resumes for future employment for Medical Receptionist positions. Please fax resume 905-433-1349. RMT NEEDED for busy clinic in Oshawa. Full or part time. Please call Complete Therapeutics (905)404-4344 or fax resume (905) 404-4331 RN FOR ORAL Surgery Office in Scarborough. Experience pre- ferred. Fax resume to 416-431- 3873. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 23, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com We are seeking RN's, RPN's and RN's/RPN's Diabetic foot care nurse required to work in the Durham Region & surrounding area. Bayshore Home Health has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, independence and dignity of Canadians in their homes since 1966. We are Canadian owned and operate more than 30 offices across Canada. Our wide range of home and community health services are guided by national quality and clinical standards. Nurses and caregivers who join our team receive competitive compensation and benefits, flexible schedules, diverse assignments, paid orientation and ongoing training opportunities. In addition, we support all of our employees in their quest for service excellence through a culture based on respect, continuous learning and improvement, and valuing individuality and personal contributions. We are committed to helping our people live our mission of "making a difference in our clients' lives - every visit, every time." Please submit your resume to: Attention: Diane Moore, Area Director Email: oshawa@bayshore.ca Fax: 905.433.5008/1-877-433-5007 Address: 1 Mary St. N. Unit C, Oshawa, ON, L1G 7W8 (No phone calls please) R.P.N. FULL-TIME EVENINGS for established Nursing Home. We offer autonomy, challenge and diversity in your career. Computer skills an asset. Alternate weekends included. Submit resume via: Fax: 905-576-4712 or Email: info@sunnycrest.ca RNs & RPNs required by long- term care facility in Bowmanville. Fax resume to 905-623-1374 or email pjbrown@extendicare.com 2 & 3 BEDROOMS FROM $890 Move in NOW! Ask us about AIR MILESÆ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Near shopping, GO & 401, transit at door ● Attractive & spacious 2 & 3 Bedroom suites ● Utilities included ● Seniors' Discounts Available ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT VET TECHNICIAN required weekly for blood testing for dia- betic cat. In-home visits only. All equipment provided. (905)426- 3743 3+1 BEDROOM RANCH Bunga- low, Upgrades. Flagstone patio. Quiet area of Bowmanville. 60'x100' lot. OPEN HOUSE: 50 Hunt St. March 22&23, 1-4pm. Phone (905)623-1903. 95 ACRES on the edge of Peter- borough: Executive 5,000 SqFt 5-bdrm estate on 95 acres with 1,400 feet frontage on City limits. Tranquil, forested property with breathtaking views. Built in 2004. Innumerable upgrades. Reduced to $769,900, Derek 1-705-749- 9277 or DGreen705@yahoo.com BROOKLIN - STUNNING 2 Sto- ry, 4 Bdrm, 2.5 Baths, 2500 sq ft, Upgraded kitchen, Hardwood main floors, Front Balcony,Large Master Bath, Family room fire- place, Fenced Yard, Many $ Up- grades, $384,900, 905-655-2330 See it at: www.HomesByOwner.com/68116 ENCLAVES of Maple Ridge OPEN HOUSE Saturday 1p-4p 4 bed., brick large treed lot 1205 Abbey Rd. Owner 905-420-1820 www.peartreehomes.com SELL YOUR HOME FAST AND FOR TOP DOLLAR Before listing your home, Free Report reveals 27 tips to give you the competitive edge Free recorded message 1-888-260-3856 ID#7023 www.SellYourHomeTips.ca Mincom New Choice Realty Ltd. Brokerage Independently owned and operated PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA,IN- DUSTRIAL UNIT, available April 1st. 1,425sq.ft. Call 905-579- 5077 or 905-571-3281. 500-1000sq.ft.Nice office space for lease from $750/mo. all inclusive. Central Ajax location. Excellent signage. John Williams 905-683-5000. COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE for lease. Prime north Oshawa location. Second floor space. 560 sq.ft. Parking available. Available immediately. Call 905-576-0958 for details. DIGITAL full services print business established in area. No experience necessary. Financing available. Marketing and man- agement support. Call 1-800-645- 3006 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS or service to over 4 million adults in Ontario. Call today to book your classified word ad in over 100 community newspapers! Regional & Weekly packages avail. (In- cludes online). 416-493-1300 ext 237, 288, 276 advertising@metroland.com $$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 5.7 % 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 !MUST SEE TO BELIEVE! Hardwood floors throughout. 3- bedroom apartment, Oshawa, $1050/inclusive. Laundry and parking included. Available im- mediately. Call (416)568-3965. (1) OSHAWA NORTH 3-bed. 2-storey, lots of room, laundry in unit. Quiet street. Backyard. Spot- less. A/C, separate entrance, parking, $1,200/month, inclusive. April-1st. 416-726-6910. 1 BEDROOM basement apt. Separate entrance, kitchen, park- ing, cable , no pets/smoking. Westney/Delaney. Available im- mediately. $725. 416-829-4620. 1&2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, very clean quiet family bldg., parking, newly renovated, satel- lite, available immediately Sim- coe/Rossland area. $775/$875 First/last. No dogs. 905-914- 8001 or 416-897-2610. BROOKLIN 1-BEDROOM apt. on second floor, May 1st. $650/month. (905)424-9743. 1&2-BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge/stove, hardwood, carpet, fresh paint. Shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable. Call (905)725-2642, af- ter 5pm. 1-BEDROOM apartment $650+ hydro. 2-BEDROOM APT, $750+ hydro. Available, no dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Work- ing adults preferred. Call Mary 905-721-9817 1-BEDROOM, $675/month. Avail. April 1st. 1-Bedroom, $675/ month, Available June 1st. No pets, no smoking. Call (905)626- 5611. 1-BEDROOM, WOW--great deal!! Grandview/Olive, bright above ground walkout, clean, near all amenities, $695/inclusive. Laundry, parking, 1st and last/ref- erences required, available Nov 1st. (905)743-0859 1 & 2 BEDROOM APART- MENTS, $675/$775 plus hydro. Clean and quiet building, Harmo- ny/Bloor area. Available immedi- ately. No pets/smoking. (905)424- 4518 or (905)424-4005. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT with balcony in Courtice. Separate entrance, parking $750/month. + utilities. No dogs. First/last, available immediately. Call 905-436-2583, 905-579-7553 2-BEDROOM APT.,$875/month, ($210/week).Parking, appliances, utilities incl. Avail. March 23rd or later, deposit negotiable. (Sim- coe/Mill). Call (905)410-6817 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. Pickering, brand new, suits single or couple. No smoking/pet. Call (905)421-9381. 2-BEDROOM basement apt., newly renovated, private laundry, 1 car parking, near O.C., available April 1st, No smok- ing/pets. $750 + hydro. (905)655- 5958. 2-LARGE BEDROOM,Oshawa. $975/inclusive. 1-BEDROOM, $725/month, all inclusive. Near all amenities. First/last, no pets. Quiet building. Available Now. (905)424-5083. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX -one bedroom basement apartment, self contained, separ- ate entrance, all inclusive, no pets. Suitable for professional. $800 mo. April lst. (905)428- 2653. AJAX,2-bdrm basement apt. Bayly/Harwood. Clean, quiet, newly renovated, sep entrance, parking, laundry. Near 401. No smoking/pets. Available Immedi- ately/April 1st. $850-inclusive. 416-805-9632 AJAX, WALK-OUT 2 bedroom basement apt. 4 pce. bath, $875. Available April 1st. Pat, 905-683- 5641. AJAX, WESTNEY/Hwy 2,beauti- ful 2-bedroom condo, pool, exer- cise room, appliances, laundry, parking, air conditioning, avail. immediately. $1350 all inclusive, call (416)458-8137, (905)427- 5128 AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY.#2, Newly finished. Suitable for ma- ture adult/couple. Furnished. Kitchen, bath. No pets/smoking. Close to amenities. Available now. 905-683-8749, 905-999- 9805. ALL UTILITIES INCLUSIVE one bedroom apartment, $735., and one bedroom basement apart- ment $655, Oshawa, lst/last, available immediately. Referenc- es. (416)264-7990 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Large, bright 1-bdrm basement apt, north Oshawa. Very clean, laundry, parking, separate en- trance. All inclusive $750, first/last, references. Call 905- 579-2175 BACHELOR apartment, Newly renovated. Simcoe & Athol area. $590/month inclusive. Available immediately. 905-926-7057. BEAUTIFUL 1-BDRM bsmt apt in desirable North Oshawa location. $700/mo inclusive. Parking, laun- dry facilities, avail May 1st. First/last. Call (905)655-5264 BOWMANVILLE, BRAND NEW large open concept one bedroom basement apartment, central air/vac, shared laundry, $850 per mo. utilities included except tele- phone, (905)697-8583. BOWMANVILLE:2-bedroom with den, close to all amenities. $930 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Office hours 9-5, Monday- Friday. (905)430-1877. CLAREMONT,(15 mins. north of Pickering) lovely, bright 1-bed- room loft apartment. Fully broad- loomed, laundry, parking, suit professional. Available April 1st. $750-inclusive. View at www.viewit.ca#15750 (905)649- 1917 COZY UP WITH A NEW APT. 1 & 2 bdrm from $850, Park Rd., incl. hot water, some suites w/balconies. Mins from Oshawa Centre, Community Centre, di- rectly on bus rte, 1.888.310.7000 GOtransglobe.com DOWNTOWN BROOKLIN, one bedroom, newly renovated, cen- tral air everything inclusive, lst/last, non smoker, $850 all in- clusive. Available immediately. (905) 655-5789. EXECUTIVE PENTHOUSE,3 bdrm available on Park Rd. 5 ap- pliances. Private elevator. Balco- ny. Parking avail. 1.888.310.7000 GO transglobe.com HARWOOD/HWY #2,Private house, first floor, beautiful large 1-bedroom, 1000-sq ft apt. Large private patio, hook up for gas BBQ. 5-appliances, fireplace, pot- lights, lots of windows. Private storage, 1-parking, no smok- ing/pets. Suit quiet business per- son. $1000/month. (905)619- 8999. LARGE 3-bedroom apt. bright & spacious. Whitby, top floor of du- plex. Fridge, stove, parking. $980/mo+utilities. No pets/smok- ing. Available April 1st. 905-556- 9972, 905-925-9972. ONE BEDROOM,availab emay lst. Park and Adelaide, clean & bright, $705. First and last.one bedroom availab emay lst. Centre location $630. lst/last. 905-725- 8350 or (905) 242-8487 OSHAWA - OLIVE/HARMONY.3 and 2-bedroom 2-storey units available. $850/month. plus utilities. Parking included. 905- 571-1994. Pls leave message. OSHAWA - Park/Adelaide area. Clean 1 bedroom apartments $755, $780; 2 bedroom $800. All inclusive laundry facilities, park- ing. Avail. now. Call 905-986- 1081. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 905- 743-0287. OSHAWA,1 BDRM $765/inclu- sive, free laundry, last month's rent not required, first/last. Im- maculate, 1-parking, one year lease required. Call John (905)576-4229 OSHAWA,1,2,3bedroom apts. for rent. Looking for non-smokers with no pets. Recently renovat- ed/Parking/A/C/ washer, dryer, utilies included. Available May 1st. First/last required. $800/$950/$1050. 905-725- 7644. OSHAWA, BEATRICE/HARMO- NY, 1-bedroom above ground apartment, lots of windows, laun- dry, 1-parking. Close to all amenities. $700/month, plus gas. First/last. Available April 1st. (905)621-0756. OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1 & 2 bdrm. Senior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Call 905-728-4966 or 1-866-601- 3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BLOOR/RITSON. Renovated w/new laminate floor- ing, bright 2-bdrm bsmt. Park- ing, sep. entrance, laundry. Close to all amenities. All inclusive. No smoking/dogs. Immediate. (905)995-1274 OSHAWA,Center/Brock St. W. large newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment on main floor of down- town duplex, suitable for working single/couple separate entrance private driveway, $825 plus hydro , non smoking. (905)914.3133. OSHAWA, LARGE,bright 1-bed- room apartment. Parking, laun- dry, separate entrance, close to all amenities, no smoking/pets. $675/month, inclusive. First/last, available April 1st. Call Norman (905)571-5175. OSHAWA, Park/401.2-bdrm, open concept. Mainfloor of house. Laundry, parking, huge backyard w/deck. Avail. June 1st. $1050/mo inclusive. 1-year lease. Credit check. (905)260-2615 OSHAWA,Simcoe/Elgin, Beauti- ful clean upper floor 3-bdrms, 2- level apt, sep. entrance, 2 bath- rooms, large, parking, a/c, back- yard. Keen landlord. $1100/mo inclusive. April 1st. (905)903- 2928, (905)922-0189 OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & bachelor. Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & applianc- es, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop and amenities. Available March/April. 1-866-601-3083 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1 & 2 bdrms, adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. March/April. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING VILLAGE,3-bed- room bungalow, immaculate, gas barbecue, deck, $1375, inclusive. Large 1-bedroom basement, 4pc bath, full kitchen, $825, inclusive. No smoking/pets. First/last, April 1st. (416)843-7244. PICKERING Whites/Sheppard 1- bedroom bsmt, side-entrance, laundry, 1-parking, near all amenities/401. Available immedi- ately. $600-inclusive, prefer sin- gle, first/last, no pets/smoking. Call Abbas (905)831-3835 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. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet 2-bedrooms $895. Avail. May 1st. Laundry, parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena/shopping. 1-800-693-2778 QUIET RESIDENTIAL AREA! 1 & 2 bdrm from $825 util incl on Marland Ave., w/balcony. Near Super Centre, Hwy 401 and parks, 1-888-310.7000 GOtransglobe.com REGENCY PLACE Apartments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & ad- ditional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430- 7397 www.realstar.ca SOUTH AJAX, LEGAL,new 1 bedroom basement apt. Walk to all amenities/buses. Shared laun- dry, $825/month, all inclusive. No smoking/pets. Call Gordon 416- 450-5479. SPACIOUS 1 BEDROOM apt Ajax, 401 & Church St New paint & flooring. Quiet court with park- ing, Shared laundry & satellite, First/last $775 all inclusive 905- 231-1655 evenings TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, private patios & bal- conies. 2 Testa Rd. (Reach St. & Testa Rd) 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT 1 & 2 bdrm from $760. Onsite laundry rm, underground prk. Newly reno'd corridors. Close to parks, schools and Hwy 401. 1- 888-310-7000 GOtransglobe.com WHITBY Byron/Dundas, 4-cor- ners. Large, beautiful 1-bedroom on second floor, 1-parking, large deck. $785/month everything in- cluded. First/last. Available now. No smoking. Pets welcome. 905- 430-2814. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca Whitby's Best building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! Avail. May 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY,Bachelor & 1-bedroom starting from $749 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 or view at comptronica.com WHITBY, 2-BDRM BASEMENT apt, 5-appliances, 3-unit bath, open kitchen, living/dining room, covered garage. Ask for incen- tives. (905)579-3269 or (905)925- 4325. 2 BEDROOM CONDO, Down- town Pickering, 5 appliances, 24/hr security, Gym, Sauna, En- tertainment Room, out door pool, A/C, billiards room. No smoking. (905)435-1142, (416)509-8693 $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN - No Rent! $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclusive plus utilities. 3-bedroom central air, private yard, shows beautiful- ly. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576- 5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $1097/MONTH,0 Down gives you ownership, NOT Rent, for this immaculate 3 bedroom home. (OAC) Includes Mortgage, Taxes, Heat, Hydro, Water and 4 appliances. WHY RENT? Require good credit, and family income of $40,000 per year. Call Bill Roka, Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 3 BEDROOM HOME-Oshawa/ Whitby border, no appliances. $1025/month, water includ- ed.+utilities, first/last. No pets. Grass cutting & snow removal included. Avail. immediately. (905)576-0823, (905)576-1018. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent. Garage, large backyard. $1130+utilities. No smoking/pets. Located Ritson Rd. N. Call 905- 571-0539. A RENT TO OWN 2 storey 3 bedroom, detached, ceramic floor in kitchen, walkout living room, rec. room, nice area, North Oshawa. (705)722-2145. A SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW! Whitby, Gar- den/401. Hardwood. Amenities. Large bedrooms. Family-friendly. Finished basement. Backyard faces park. $1400+utilities. No pets/smoking. Available. 905- 999-9371. BOWMANVILLE SPRAWLING 3+1-bedroom executive bunga- low, private, scenic 2 acres, just east of Bowmanville. Finished on both walkout levels. Double gar- age, appliances, first/last, refer- ences. $1500/month+ utilities. May 1st. Betty Smith, ROYAL LEPAGE 1-888-574-2147. CLEAN 3-BEDROOM house, fenced yard, finished rec room, 5 appliances, on quiet court, near shopping, schools, 401 & transit. $1300/month+ utilities. May 1st. (905)213-3690. FINALLY A PLACE TO CALL HOME! Recently renovated, Bright and Clean 3 bedroom semi located in excellent neighborhood at Beatrice/Harmony. April 1st, $1250+. Toll Free 1-866-484- 1671, Won’t Last! NORTH OSHAWA - three bed- room main floor bungalow, all in- clusive, near all amenities, inter- net/satellite included. $1270 all inclusive. first/last, no pets/no smoking. (905)721-1862. OSHAWA 3 bedrooms fridge, stove, $1,250 plus utilities. Available immediately. No pets. No smoking. Call 705-876-0186, 905-259-5119. OSHAWA DUPLEX,2-bedroom, ground floor plus basement. Large backyard. Adelaide/Mary. $800/month +. Available May 1/08. (416)837-8201. OSHAWA,2 newly renovated 3- bedroom houses, Park/King area ($975) & Taunton/Simcoe area ($1375). All utilities included + Free Cable & Internet. Call for de- tails 416-659-1748. RENT TO OWN - Low Down Pay- ment, Easy Qualifying, Seller Will Finance. Choose Your Dream Home Today. Visit http:// www.HomeOwnerSoon.com or call 1-866-702-4334. RITSON/KING,1-1/2 storey. Will rent as 2 separate units. Whole house $1195+. Mainfloor $825+, upper level $525+. Avail. immedi- ately. Parking. (416)587-3162 THORNTON/ROSSLAND,luxu- ry, 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath, ensuite jaccuzzi and seperate show, cus- tom built home, 65ft lot. Large garage, new efficient c/a,c/v and furnace. Fireplace, and spiral staircase, with oak wainscotting and skylight above, main floor laundry. 2,400, sqft. 6-appliances, includes window coverings, pri- vate deck 30x16 and access to 32 x 16 pool and gazebo, includ- ing, pool and landscape mainte- nance. Minimum bid $1,600/ month + utilities. (416)540-6100. Open House Sat. and Sun. 2 - 4 p.m. WHITBY SHORES,3-bedroom house for lease, 5 appliances, c/air, 9' ceilings, 2-1/2 baths, 1-1/2 car garage, fireplace, near Go, 401 & shopping. $1600+utilities. (905)924-2700 3-BEDROOM,central Oshawa, new interior, appliances, rec- room, $1340/month all inclusive, first/last, available May 1st. Call Martin or Regny (905)728-1420. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. BOWMANVILLE:Two well-main- tained townhouses. 3 Bedrooms each. Bright rooms. Newer appli- ances, 11/2 baths. Garage plus extra parking. $1250/ $1300 plus utilities. Avail May 1st. Call 905- 623-9929 or 416-684-9931 CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca SPOTLESS TWO BEDROOM two storey, North Oshawa, walk- out to university, available April lst. $945 mo. call Debbie at (905)430-6229. TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca AJAX, HOME TO share, fur- nished, bus route, TV, Internet, parking, Mature non-smoking working male preferred. $425. 905-239-1732, 416-723-5576. AVAILABLE in Oshawa, fur- nished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bath- rooms, run of house, non-smoker, parking, laundry, high-speed in- ternet, near all amenities, $475/month. (289)314-1949 BEAUTIFUL ROOM,prestigious neighborhood. Swimming pool, BBQ, outdoor bar, deck, laundry, internet, new appliances, cable. Non smoker. $500/month, all in- clusive. Available immediately (289)240-2896. FURNISHED ROOMS large $550/month, inclusive, private bathroom. Small room $425, share bath, Near amenities, both Share kitchen. Kingston Rd. Pickering. (905)426-2314 leave voice mail. OSHAWA, MARY/TAUNTON. Large furnished room in town- house, near mall, restaurants, $450/month inclusive. (905)579- 7964 ROOMS/HOUSE FOR RENT HARWOOD/HWY 2, 3-bedrooms, upper level of house,laundry parking no pets/smoking first/last Suits 3 single people, or family. Avail. immediately. (905)686- 5297 SALEM/BAYLY,furnished room, in quiet family home. Female pre- ferred, non smoker. Own wash- room, share kitchen, pool, hot tub, laundry facilities, parking. $450/month, no pets. 289-892- 2985. AJAX NORTH - 2 roommates wanted to share a beautiful large furnished new home. Phone, in- ternet, cable, parking, laundry. First/last. No smoking/pets. Avail immed. Call 416-893-0140 AT BLOOR & SIMCOE,Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, bed/sitting room, cable/internet, parking in- cluded. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. DOWNTOWN OSHAWA.female needed to share large new 3-bed- room condo with two women (30ish). Reduced rent in ex- change for some shared over- night support for one of these women with special needs. $350./mo includes indoor parking, cable/internet/phone, washer/dry- er, utilities, balcony. References. required. (905)240 6804 melissastribe@yahoo.ca. NORTH WHITBY,house to share, near all amenities, private bath, use of all facilities, parking. Avail April 1st. First/last. 905-442- 2483 after 5pm. CLEARWATER FLORIDA,3- bedroom fully furnished air condi- tioned manufactured homes. Pool, close to beaches & major attractions, children welcome. Available March 27th on $425/wk, $400/wk May on (less than motel) 727-538-2123. after March 29 (905)683-5503 1991 39 FT FRANKLIN, 5th wheel, Model 370, $7,200. Call 905-207-7700. 2001 SKEETER BASS BOAT 17.5 ft., Vmax150 Yamaha en- gine. Brand new 72 volt trolling motor. Matching trailer included. $12,900. 905-434-2553. 1994 FORMULA 583 Skidoo STX, $1,700. Call 905-207-7700. LOOKING for excellent TRAVEL DEALS worldwide. vacationsforlessstore.com 5 PUREBRED PUGS,2 female, 3 males, ready to go now. lst shots, dewormed, $850. Parents on site. Telephone (905)723- 8677. FOUND CAT - Black/White & Tan colour at Spruce Hill Rd. and Finch Ave. in Pickering. Please call 905-831-9443 ERASE YOUR CRIMINAL Record. We succeed where our competition can't. We give free consultations. Our cost just $475. Apply online www.governmentpardons.ca Call Robyn 1-800-298-5520 + PIZZA TABLE ($150). Good condition. 416-930-9603. 1/2 PRICE LEATHER JACKETS purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728-9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, 3 rooms, Berber caret installed, $389 (30 Yds.), 12.3 mm laminate from $1.49, hardwood flooring, 3 colours from $5.39 sq. ft. installed. Free in- home quotes. Saillian Carpets. 1-800-578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905-373-2260. +METAL SEAL SHELVES (TWO) shelves ($60 each). 416- 930-9603. +TOPPING/SALAD TABLE ($250). 416-930-9603. 11-PC OAK DINNING ROOM suite. Buffet, hutch, table with 2-leaves, 2-captain & 4-regular chairs. $950 o.b.o. Call 905-432- 3628. 2 KEY BOARD YAMAHA organ, hardly used, good condition. Phone 905-372-2036. 5X8 UTILITY TRAILER $600.00. Also Construction Truck Cap, fits full size long box, $600.00 call 905-260-8104 A HAIRSTYLIST CHAIRS ($200 each).Shampoo chairs ($60 each). Hair steamer($80). Excel- lent condition. 416-930-9603. 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 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL flooring. 1 or more rooms, I do it all! Carpets starting from $1.20- sq.-ft. installed. Laminate 15mm $2.20-sq-ft. Installation avail. Residential, commercial. Satis- faction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Hol- land Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, North- umberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 DELL P4 WINDOWS XP Pro 17" monitor keyboard, mouse, speak- ers $250. Other systems from $100.00. MDM, 926 Dillingham Rd. Unit #4, Pickering, 416-319- 8861. FRIDGE. STOVE. DRYER.9pc dining set. 7Hp compressor. Apt. stove. Bedroom set. Deluxe bunk beds. Entertainment units. 46" TV. Everything must Go! (289)240-2112 Oshawa FURNITURE/BENZ SALE!Two dining room groups (oak/cherry) $3K each, other furniture. Benz, 5K. Other stuff. Sell by: March 30. Call first, 905-428-0176. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- ers, all sizes and shapes, $399 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guar- anteed. 905-259-4514. www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUB/SPA, Deluxe cabinet. Energy efficient. Lots of jets. Full warranty. Light. $2495. 905-409- 5285. HOT TUBS/SPA,Lots of jets, full warranty, cover, new cost $8450, sacrifice $3900. Call 416-524- 2018. POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4395 sell for $1395. 416-524-2018 RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. STOVE KENMORE convection, self-clean, 6-burner, spare motor, 5-racks, $350, Fridge GE18.2 glass shelf, $75, Freezer, wood, $50, (905)831-0273. TREADMILL SPACE SAVER, original cost $2200, sell $850, like new. Call 416-315-5227. A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 23, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com To Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, 905-668-1838 Apply on-line atApply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? 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Certified and e-tested. 416-930-1182. 2002 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, standard, heated seats, power locks and windows, turbo diesel, 202,000 kil., Safety and e-tested. Very clean. $12,500. (905)434- 2265. NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1- 866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca WANT A CAR, Truck, Van, SUV? Need Financing? Do you have a Job? CHECK Do you have a Pulse? CHECK You’re APPROVED! Please visit: www. CreditMechanics.ca 1-800-920-5013 ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. 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(905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 DURHAM HANDYMAN SERVICES Semi retired tradespeople and handy persons ●Electrical Carpentry ●Plumbing Ceramic Tile ●Floor Covering ●Painting ●Drywall installation and repair ●General Handyman Jobs Quality workmanship, written warranty. Customer service is our only business Servicing Durham for over 15 years. (905)571-3441 EXPERIENCED CONTRACTORS For the home repair & renovations market. Insured, Bonded, 1 Year Warranty 905-686-7236 Kitchens Bathrooms Custom Cabinets Patios ~ Decks Licensed Electrician Free Estimate, call Patrick 416-819-4657 AJ's Waterproofing Inc. Foundation Cracks Concrete Work Bobcat Service Drain & Water line repair Demolition & Excavation Underpinning Basements 905-427-8560 Free Estimates Complete Kitchen Reno 24ft cabinets $3500 Granite counter top $40 per sq.ft. Regular counter top $15 per sq.ft. Backsplash $650 Monthly payments available 1-877-882-3263 DOORS "R" US NEW GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (We install), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. Sales, Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 Full Bathroom Renovations Starting at $2000 (Labour Only) $3800 (Labour & Materials) Call 905-924-2711 for Details Visit us at www.levelreno.com Need a Handyman? Full basement renovations Bathrooms, Kitchens Framing, Drywall Painting Some plumbing, basic electrical 22 yrs experience Fire & Water Technician Mould Specialist Guaranteed Work (905)728-8973 renovations4u.ca ✶Additions ✶Flip House for re-sale ✶Finished Basements ✶Interior Designing ✶Dry Walling/Taping ✶Decks/Fences & G/Sheds ✶Patios, Interlock & Steps 905-444-9944 647-722-5354 renovations4u.ca No Job is too small Basement & Bathroom renovations Decks & Fencing Let me help you get rid of your TO-DO Lists For an estimate call Ian at 416-606-0195 A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 A-PEX PLUMBING INC. * Plugged toilets & drains * Renovations * Installations * Repairs on taps, toilets, sinks Fair prices & Quality workmanship Jordan Maye 905-550-6644 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor. Line 647-868-9669 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Ambassador Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (905)683-5342 (416)465-6859 (905)239-1263 LEON LIN LANDSCAPING * Design * Interlocking stone * Natural stone * Deck & Fence * Planting & Sodding * Maintenance * Sprinkler System 647-828-6166 MEDITATION CLASSES,Learn to quiet the mind, to gain inner peace and balance. Classes beg- ging April 2nd. Register early, seating is limited. 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