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The Pickering Recreation Complex was the first stop on a busy tour for Ajax resident and minister Gerry Phillips during Energy Conservation Week. Pickering is one of 42 municipalities chosen to participate in the Audit ++ Program, where the City will re- ceive a free audit and education tools to conserve energy. The new initiative is through a partner- ship between the ministry of energy and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario as part of the Province’s $20-million Municipal Eco Challenge Fund, a grant program to help chosen municipal buildings go green. Mr. Phillips said municipalities in Ontario rack up about $680 million annually in elec- tricity costs, but a great deal of that can be saved if the Province and municipalities work together. “You’ve been a leader in energy conserva- tion for a long while and I’m pleased to be here,” Mr. Phillips said, referring to an en- ergy conservation event he attended at the Pickering Town Centre four or five years ago, one of the first of its kind he went to. I.B. Storey Professional Energy Solutions will perform the audit at the recreation com- plex. It’ll give suggestions to improve energy efficiency and educate staff through exer- cises such as workshops and a cost-benefit analysis of specific actions that can be taken. President Ian B. Storey said in an interview although just the one building is receiving the audit, the idea is to educate people to extend ideas to other buildings in the mu- nicipality. IF ONLY THESE HORSES WERE BIGGER AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — The City of Pickering and the PineRidge Arts Council sponsored the annual Artfest which is held at the Esplanada Park. Con- nor Archbold seems fascinated by the horses on display at the Brooklin Woodcarvers booth. For more photos see page 7. Pickering riding ‘progressive’ energy wave Building torched, teens charged PICKERING — Seven teenagers have been charged after a deliberately set fire in a south Pickering building caused extensive damage Friday. Durham police were alerted by the owner of the commercial property on Sandy Beach Road after he arrived on the scene to find several youths inside, Sergeant Paul Mc- Curbin said. The building owner collared a couple of the kids and police rounded up several more. A fire had been set inside and the interior had been vandalized. The damage estimate is in excess of $100,000, Sgt. McCurbin said. 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LOOKING TO REACH AN durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 Local News For People On The Go mobile.newsdurhamregion.com Average homeowner will pay about $280 more a year By Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM — You might want to turn down the barbecue this summer -- starting in July, many local residents can expect to see a significant spike on their natural gas bills. Enbridge Gas, which is the utility serving Dur- ham Region and the GTA, says prices are ex- pected to jump by 20 per cent on July 1. The average household in Durham spends about $1,400 a year on natural gas for home heating and water, which means the increase will be about $300. “This is a supply and demand issue,” said Enbridge spokeswoman Debbie Boukydis. “This is a direct cost increase that we are passing through to the consumer. We don’t make any money from it.” Many factors are creating greater demand for natural gas, such as a push in the United States to build gas plants instead of coal-fired plants and the fact that many big industrial users are switching from oil heating to gas. Only those who buy natural gas directly from the utility will be affected by this latest hike -- that’s about 60 per cent of customers in Durham Region. Those who buy from a gas marketer like Di- rect Energy or Universal Energy will continue to pay locked-in, premium prices in exchange for stability over a three- or five-year period. The new rates for July haven’t been approved by the Ontario Energy Board yet but it is expected they will get the green light with no issue, espe- cially because Enbridge gives retroactive credits to customers when prices go down again. “The good thing is, this is happening in July when most customers aren’t using much natu- ral gas,” Ms. Boukydis said. “They won’t see the change until they turn the furnace on in October.” For those worried about the increase, there is help. Low-income customers can take advantage of the Winter Warmth program of- fered by Enbridge. The average household can distribute the price hike throughout the year instead of being hit all at once in the winter, with the company’s budget billing plan. There is also the conservation route. Customers can cut their natural gas usage by installing a programmable thermostat, upgrad- ing to an energy efficient furnace and other natural gas appliances, replacing the furnace filter regularly and sealing cracks and leaks to keep heat in. Federal government grants are also available to homeowners who make energy efficient up- grades to their home, up to a maximum of $5,000 per home. For more information on the ecoENERGY Retrofit for Homes, visit www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca To learn more about Enbridge and natural gas prices, visit www.egd.enbridge.com “We are going to have to put some extra insulation in ready for next winter,” Janet Shaw. “I think it proves yet again that we should look be looking to other resources such as wind and solar,” Jennifer Keough. “It is inevitable. We are running out of resources. It is supply and demand,” John Yates. “I think it is a ridiculous position the gas companies are putting people in and there is not a lot of diversity or alternatives the region has looked into,” Tanje Baker. We asked what you thought of natural gas prices increasing by 20 per cent? Natural gas prices to jump 20 per cent this summer More conservation tips You don’t have to buy new appliances or renovate your house to bring down your natural gas bill. Here are a few simple tips that anyone can try: • Fix dripping faucets ASAP -- one drop of hot water for a month can add up to 16 hot baths • Open the dishwasher and let the dishes air dry, instead of running the drying cycle • Install low–flow shower heads and low–flow faucet aerators • Insulate the first two metres of hot water pipe and the first metre of the cold water pipe extending from your hot water tank • Cut down on baths, showers use less hot water • Do laundry with cold water or make sure to adjust the water level to the size of the load • Hang clothes outside to dry or put heavy items through an extra spin cycle in the wash to reduce drying time I EPUMPPR C WATCHPR C WATCH online this week @ newsdurhamregion.com Special Olympics More than 700 athletes will com- pete in Durham this weekend in the 2008 Ontario Special Olympics and we’ll be there. View our special section at specialolympics.newsdurhamregion.com View Games photos at photosdurhamregion.com Our readers help you stay on top of gas prices Join us all summer long in our on- line feature -- Pump Price Watch. With your help, we’ll be posting gas prices from across Durham Region all day, every day on our website, newsdurhamregion.com. Get your gas prices via mobile On your mobile device, visit mobile.newsdurhamregion.com. to get the latest gas prices. Be an official ‘Price Watcher’ Visit newsdurhamregion.com. to register as an official Price Watcher. By helping us report gas prices you become eligible for random draws for car wash and detailing packages from Gillett Car Cleaning. This week’s winner is Sydney Visser. Pump Price Watch is sponsored by HIGH LOW $1.29 $1.26 • Do you have a desire to work with the elderly or disabled? • Are you interested in supporting people to live independent lives? • Have you considered a job in community health or a nursing/retirement home? TRAIN TO BECOME A PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER AND BE PREPARED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE ATTEND AN INFORMATION SESSION REGISTER NOW FOR SEPTEMBER 2008 • Have your questions answered • Learn about this “hot” career • Reading and writing skills assessment • Bring proof of Canadian Citizenship/residency, and photo identifi cation • No appointment necessary Thursday June 5 • Thursday June 19 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa ALL INFORMATION SESSIONS ARE AT E.A. LOVELL CENTRE 120 CENTRE ST. S., OSHAWA AT 10:00 AM Ask about our Bridging to Personal Support Worker Program REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING REGARDING REGIONAL TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT CHARGES On June 18, 2008 the Council of the Region of Durham will hold a public meeting, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997. The public meeting will be held to explain the proposed amendment to Regional Transit Development Charges By-law No. 67-2007 and the related underlying background study and to obtain public input on the proposed amendment and study. The purpose of the amendment is solely to exempt Places of Worship from development charges imposed under By-law No. 67- 2007. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed by-law amendment. The meeting is to be held: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 10:00 a.m. The Regional Council Chambers 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, Ontario In order that sufficient information is made available to the public, copies of the proposed by-law amendment and the supporting background study are being made available as of June 3, 2008 from the office of the Regional Clerk at 605 Rossland Road East, Level 1, P.O. Box 623, Whitby, ON, L1N 6A3, 905-668-4113 (ext 2054). The information will also be posted on the Regional website at www.region.durham.on.ca on June 3, 2008. Interested persons may express their comments in writing addressed to the Regional Clerk at the above address no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 11, 2008. As well, interested parties may express their comments at the June 18, 2008 Public Meeting. All submissions received in writing and those opinions expressed at the Public Meeting will be considered prior to Council’s decision, which is anticipated to be addressed during the regular Regional Council meeting of June 18, 2008. Further information may be obtained by contacting Mary Simpson, Director of Financial Planning and Purchasing, Regional Finance Department at 905-668-4113 (ext. 2301). P.M. Madill, A.M.C.T., CMM I Regional Clerk THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Special Inukshuks PICKERING — Pine Ridge Secondary School Educational Assistant Debby Shahin helps Matthew McFarlane construct an Inukshuk Statue. The school’s special-needs students have sold more than 900 Inukshuks and will be donating the money to the Special Olympics which take place this weekend in Durham Region. Swimming events will be held in Pickering. PICKERING — A man who turned up battered and bloodied with a tale of being abducted and robbed has been charged with concocting a false report for police. Durham police called to Dyson Road in south Pickering Friday encountered a man who was suffering from several cuts to his body. He told cops he’d been abducted from Scarborough and then beaten, stabbed and robbed before being dumped in Pickering. Suspicious officers questioned the man on his story and he eventually admitted he’d made it up, even going so far as to cut himself and his clothes. Ramadan Zeitoun, 20, of Brockley Drive in Scarborough is charged with mischief. AJAX — Kids have the opportunity to learn and have fun at the same time. The Town of Ajax’s Kids in the Square series welcomes Captain Corbin with Oceans of Magic in a show that enter- tains and teaches children about water conservation. As well, the Holiday Inn Express- Whitby is holding a Child Find clinic at the event. The initiative pro- vides a record of your child’s hand or foot print. The show is on Wednesday, June 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Heritage Square, located at the Ajax Town Hall, 65 Harwood Ave. S. (at Kings Crescent), Ajax. Seating is not provided so bring your own chair. If the weather is inclem- ent, the event is being held inside Town hall. Its OK to be square in Ajax Abduction tale is false durhamregion.comP PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 “There’s a huge portion that’s education- based,” he said. Mr. Storey said just upon initial observa- tions, he could see a possible savings of about 10-to-20 per cent at the rec complex. But all will depend on the actual audit, which will be completed, along with a de- tailed facility analysis and a blueprint with suggestions, in about a month. Mayor Dave Ryan was happy Pickering was one of only 42 municipalities chosen for the audit. “We are leaders and we intend to show our leadership,” he said. Mayor Ryan said the City will continue to apply for government grants in order to make Pickering even more sustainable. One program Mr. Phillips announced Monday is grants for “showcase” projects, where mu- nicipalities can apply to have up to 50 per cent of its retrofit costs covered. “It’s my anticipation the City of Pickering can take great advantage of these innovative opportunities,” Mayor Ryan said. LHIN chairman to appear before council today By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — More than a month after the invitation was extended, a representa- tive from the Central East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) will answer questions at Regional council about staff cuts and the loss of beds at the Rouge Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospital. At issue is a plan to move 20 in-patient mental health beds from Ajax to Rouge Valley Centenary in Scarborough. Foster Loucks, chairman of the Cen- tral East LHIN, will appear at the Region after council passed a motion on April 16 inviting a representative from the LHIN. At that April meeting, councillors unani- mously endorsed an Ajax motion asking the Province to step in and stop the trans- fer of services to Scarborough. Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said the hos- pital issue is still a big one in his commu- nity. “I’m still getting a high volume of calls and e-mails on this subject and people are frustrated and angry and there’s no one taking responsibility.” Mayor Parish said he expects a resolu- tion to be discussed, passed by Ajax and Pickering, calling on the Ontario Human Rights Commission to consider conduct- ing a public inquiry or review of the clo- sure of the beds. The motion was original- ly brought to the table by former Pickering councillor Maurice Brenner. Given that council unanimously en- dorsed the previous motion, the Mayor is hoping this one will be endorsed too. “Regional council has to continue to speak very strongly and very loudly about the shameful under-servicing and under- funding of health care in Durham Re- gion.” Council also received a letter from Rik Ganderton, president and CEO of the Rouge Valley Health System, outlining how the new model will improve mental health care. Mr. Ganderton wrote that mental health crisis-intervention services will be increased from 12 to 16 hours per day at the hospital, out-patient services, which serve the majority of mental health patients, will be preserved, and in-patient services will be improved when consoli- dated. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Energy Minister Gerry Phillips, left, speaks with Regional Chairman Roger Anderson during a visit to the Pickering Recreation Complex. The City is getting an energy audit done as part of the Mu- nicipal Eco Challenge Fund. Rec complex to get energy audit ✦ Rec from page 1 Regional council to have say on moving hospital beds Organization chosen to conduct environmental assessment By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Pickering is get- ting closer to improving its tourist attractions. Toronto and Region Conserva- tion was chosen by council last Monday night to conduct a class environmental assessment (EA) of the Frenchman’s Bay harbour en- trance. The $300,000 cost will be covered by a provincial grant the City received in 2007 to conduct the EA and create a work plan to improve the harbour entrance. Toronto and Region Conserva- tion will do the work, incur the cost, and the City will reimburse it. The staff report said Toronto and Region Conservation and staff have met and they’re confident “this can be accomplished with City and TRCA expertise and some consultant assistance.” But Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dickerson questioned why the price tag is so high. He also said council had not been consulted on the issue until it came to the meet- ing. “In fact there has been no consultation with council whatso- ever,” he said. Ward 1 Regional Councillor Bonnie Littley suggested council get an update before the EA is complete, but believes the TRCA is appropriate to conduct the study. “To me, it’s a no-brainer,” she said. Ward 1 City Councillor Jen- nifer O’Connell was concerned costs could exceed $300,000. But director of corporate services and treasurer Gil Paterson said one of the recommendations indicates all costs are not to exceed that amount. Coun. O’Connell also said she wasn’t comfortable approving something that doesn’t lay out what exactly will be done with the EA, especially since the informa- tion wasn’t brought to the Water- front Committee, on which she sits. Ward 3 City Councillor David Pickles said the word “partner” was used in correspondence be- tween the TRCA and the City and asked exactly how the TRCA plans to partner. Mr. Buntsma said TRCA is donating staff time. “Again, they have expertise and we do not,” he said. When Coun. Pickles asked if the TRCA has specific experience in conducting EAs on harbour front entrances, Mr. Buntsma said he doesn’t believe so, but it has conducted many studies across Lake Ontario. Staff believes the completion of the EA and plan will lay the groundwork for submis- sions to other levels of government for funding. The work on the har- bour entrance will improve safety and is expected to attract tourists to Pickering. An apple a day ... Health & Wellness special feature every other Sunday in your News Advertiser LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION FOR NEWCOMERS TO CANADA CALL ROSE 1-866-550-5462 CHILDCARE AVAILABLE www.durhamLINC.caTHEDURHAMCATHOLICDISTRICTSCHOOLBOARDCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL DURHAM Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. 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Hydro One has applied to expand transmission lines between Bruce and Milton, but “there’s uncertainty there that doesn’t exist at Darling- ton.” The expansion is currently under consideration by the Ontario En- ergy Board. The announcement is to be made either just prior to or during the second phase of the request for pro- posals, which is aimed at choosing from three technologies under con- sideration: Canadian Candu tech- nology, Westinghouse reactors from the United States, or French Areva technology. The second phase is expected to begin in early June and Phase II submissions are to be completed by mid-September, Ms. Kovesfalvi said. A preferred vendor is expected to be chosen, and an initial agreement negotiated, by the end of this year, she said. Pickering takes a closer look at Frenchman’s Bay marketplacedurhamregion.com Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com 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. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that addresses reader complaints about member newspapers.The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occupies. Editorial and Advertising content of the News Adver- tiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Andrea Babin - Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales (905) 683-5110 Classifieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 Fax (905) 683-7363 Hospital governance model not working To the editor: The outrage of the Ajax community over the Rouge Valley Health System’s plan re-affirms the need for open mem- bership for The Scarborough Hospital Corporation. OPSEU is leading the Ajax community in asking the LHIN to reverse its deci- sion to move 20 mental health beds from Rouge Valley Ajax to Scarborough. The RVHS is a closed-membership cor- poration. The general public, in spite of being the biggest stakeholders, do not have any rights to intervene or any legal mechanism to affect decisions or ensure accountability. They have sadly witnessed years of declining perfor- mance, limited consultation, with few real options for service improvements. Their only recourse is to hold rallies and hope someone will listen. They are outraged and disillusioned. The Coalition of Scarborough Com- munities took The Scarborough Hos- pital to court to safeguard its right to responsible governance. Superior Court Judge David Brown ruled that it would be unreasonable for board mem- bers to act without any mechanism for sanctions. This mechanism would only be pos- sible through an open membership corporation. At the Scarborough hospital, a super- visor has been appointed who is now overseeing the implementation of a new governance structure. It is clear that the community’s right to have a voice must be preserved through open membership corporation. To now forge a closed membership organization will be a rebuff of the community’s desire for transparency. Furthermore, it would be a notice to the public that their activism and par- ticipation are unwelcome. Given the historical context and the prevailing weaknesses in health-care leadership, the community can no lon- ger afford to place their trust blindly on a governance model that does not accord them membership to exercise their rights and to secure their inter- ests. Denis Lanoue, Co-Chair, Coalition of Scarborough Communities Scarborough Removing beds from Ajax unjustifiable To the editor: Re: May 14 letter, ‘Health System Presi- dent explains ‘improved model’. Rik Ganderton tries to persuade us why it is OK to eliminate the in-patient mental health beds at Ajax hospital and transfer them to Scarborough, despite psychiatrists at Ajax expressing grave concerns in an open letter about losing mental health in-patient services here and that they were never consulted prior to the decision being made. At a community meeting in Ajax there was a huge outcry not to transfer the beds. It leaves all of us in Durham at a loss when it comes to mental health and patient care. There is already a shortage of doctors and mental health beds now. The board hopes to save money that the RVHS mismanaged in the first place and is using Ajax hospital’s most vul- nerable patients as hostages to a plan that allows them to increase beds for other services at Ajax while remov- ing them for mental health within our community. An extra four hours per day of crisis intervention at the emer- gency department in Ajax does not fill the void. Mr. Ganderton, the board and the Local health Integration Network cannot rightly justify the decision to remove mental health beds from Ajax. J.A. McGeachie Ajax My tax dollars at work To the editor: Re: GM layoffs and government’s grant. My tax dollars at work. The tax deducted from the income of a $10/hr. wage earner will be used, directly or indirectly, to maintain a 45- year-old retiree’s super lucrative pen- sion plan. Isn’t this proof that Canada is a land of opportunities? Vaqar Raees Pickering e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... PAGE 6 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ May 28, 2008A/P Athletes make Games truly special N early 900 athletes, coaches and managers will be assembling in Durham over the next three days to take part in the Ontario Special Olym- pics Spring Games for 2008. Durham will be the place to be as ath- letes participate in bowling, basketball, swimming, powerlifting and floor hock- ey. For them, this event is the culmina- tion of plenty of training and effort over the months and years. And it’s a great chance for the people of the region to see the true spirit of sport in action. Unlike the Olympic Games taking place in Beijing in August -- and rife with upheaval over the torch run and talk of boycotts due to the political situation in Tibet -- these Games are truly about par- ticipation. Winning gold, silver or bronze isn’t really the point of the Special Olympics. The focus is on the will and determina- tion each participant brings to his or her event. And it’s also about the public celebration we can all take part in as we cheer every single athlete on from begin- ning to end. Also vital to the success of the event are the people who have volunteered their time and talent to make sure the Special Olympics goes off as planned. From Honorary Coach John Tavares of the Oshawa Generals to all the people who will pitch in to assist, an amazing 600 volunteers will be on hand to give the event the support required for suc- cess. So many wanted to volunteer, 300 had to be turned away. If you want to attend and cheer the athletes on, you’ll be able to take in basketball and powerlifting at Durham College/University of Ontario Institute of Technology, swimming at the Pickering Recreation Complex, five-pin bowl- ing at Neb’s Funworld at 1300 Wilson Rd. N., Oshawa, and 10-pin bowling at Leisure Bowling Lanes, 728 Champlain Ave., Oshawa. Competition takes place throughout the day on Friday and into Saturday (except for powerlifting, which takes place Friday only). Medals will be presented periodically during competi- tion. The Games kick off with opening ceremonies at the college/university campus on Thursday at 7 p.m. and wrap on Saturday at 8 p.m. with closing cer- emonies. We wish all the athletes well and hope their experience in Durham is one they’ll treasure. This Week Will the new law preventing storeowners from displaying cigarettes help cut the number of young people who take up smoking? Yes No Last Week Should all stores be allowed to open on statutory holidays? No: 57% Yes: 43% Votes: 184 source.comwedding Fall 2008 Featuring: bridal gowns, tuxedos, bridesmaid dresses, & mother of the bride dresses Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008 12 Noon & 3:00 pm 2 Fashion Shows Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Ajax Convention Centre at The Hilton Garden Inn Check us out online durhamweddingsource.com to view past shows. Click for more details. In your Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Show Guide Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008 Ajax Convention Centre at the Hilton Garden Inn 500 Beck Cres., just off Salem Road exit from the 401, Ajax Durham’s Wedding Professionals are at the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser To become a vendor please call 905.683.5110 ext. 230 or email: lmccaig@durhamregion.com durhamregion.comP PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 Direct Access 905.420.4660 TTY Access 905.420.1739 cityofpickering.com ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME May 28 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm May 28 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm June 2 Planning & Development Committee 7:30 pm June 5 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm June 9 Executive Committee 7:30 pm June 16 Council Meeting 7:30 pm June 18 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. Monday,June23rd 7:00 pm PickeringCivicComplex, Council Chambers SpeakSpeak with Mayor Ryan Ward 2 - Town Hall Meeting Dave Alcohol and fire are a dangerous mix. It's a fact that many fire deaths are caused by people attempting to cook or smoke while under the influence of alcohol. Unfortunately, their families are often victims as well. A lit cigarette dropped on the couch or a forgotten pan of grease on the stove could mean disaster for you and your family. If someone in your household cooks or smokes while intoxicated, you must be aware of the risk. Keep a watchful eye on drinkers and make sure you have a working smoke alarm on every level of your home. For more information contact Pickering Fire Services by phone at 905.839.9968 or email fire@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website. cityofpickering.com Mayor Dave Ryan invites Ward 2 residents to attend this public forum. Discuss concerns or suggestions you may have in regard to some of the opportunities and challenges facing Ward 2 and our community. a message from ... PICKERING FIRE SERVICES EXPERIENCE ART at Pickering Civic Complex Ruth Smith Watercolour & Serigraph Pickering Resident, Ruth Smith has been painting for 30 years. Along with watercolour, acrylic and multimedia paintings, she also produces her own photography. Ruth is a member of the PineRidge Arts Council as well as the Oshawa Art Association. Viewing times Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, until June 16, 2008. CELEBRATE ONTARIO’S 1st ENERGY CONSERVATION WEEK May 25 - 31 Whether your new actions take place at home, work or school, we can each do something to save energy. In last week’s Community Page we suggested 6 helpful actions you could take. Need some more? Here are some additional easy steps to save energy, money and help the environment. Avoid idling your vehicle in the drive-through lane or when picking up your kids. You are wasting gas, money, and needlessly putting more pollutants into the air we breathe. The City of Pickering’s Idling of Vehicles Bylaw (6297/04) can be viewed online. To save an extra 5% off your energy bill, keep the air conditioner no lower than 24◦C/75◦F. Another easy and inexpensive way to save energy and lower your energy bill is to install and use a programmable thermostat. Try planting leafy deciduous trees on the south, east, and west sides of your home. During the summer they provide shade and in the winter they will shed their leaves to let the warm sunshine through. To provide a windbreak in the winter, plant evergreens on the north side of your home. Check the seal in your refrigerator by closing the door on a $5 bill. If it’s held tightly in place, the seal is okay. If not, the door should be adjusted or the seal replaced. Choose two or three new actions and commit to making them part of your regular lifestyle. For more information about Energy Conservation Week and tips visit energyconservationweek.ca or sustainablepickering.com/ea. 905.831.6265 www.picnet.org Pesticide-Free Lawn Care Learn how to maintain your lawn without the use of pesticides from Pesticide Technician Tanya Steffler. Pickering Central Library Wednesday, June 11 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 10 Kilometres from downtown Pickering, Pickering Museum Village is located between Brock Rd. and Westney Rd., just off Hwy. #7 Get Your FREE Passport online at cityofpickering.com Kids can enter for a chance to win a new bike! Hosted by the Pickering Museum Village Advisory Committee and the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 905.683.8401 cityofpickering.com/museum Don’t Keep Your Garden A Secret Register yourself, or nominate a neighbour for the City of Pickering’s Garden Competition. Deadline for entry is June 30, 2008 For participation details call 905.683.7575 or register online. sustainablepickering.com Pioneer Camp (5 -12 yrs) Pioneer French Camp (5 -12 yrs) Arts Camp (5 - 12 yrs) Sports Camp (5 - 12 yrs) Adventure Camp (5 - 12 yrs) Mini Pidaca (3 - 5 yrs) Mad Science Camp (5 - 12 yrs)* The Drama Club’s “Play in a Week” Camp (5 - 12 yrs)* Extend-a-Camp (5 - 12 yrs)* extend-a-camp not available PA Day Heritage Camp on Friday, June 6 at PMV Call 905.420.4621 for Camps Registration Information. SummerCamps!Camps ! www.durhamwestrotaryribfest.com PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX celebrates Recreation & Parks Month with these FREE FAMILY EVENTS! Sun.June 1 FREELearnto PlaySquash - Juniors 10 am - 11 am FREE AdultsBeginnerSquash Clinic 11 am - Noon equipment provided, bring clean non-marking shoes Fri.June 13 FREE Grade 8 Grad Night 4 pm - 7 pm Sun.June 15 Dads & Grandads are FREE (callfor details)7 am - 9 pm Sun.June 22 FREE BirthdayBonanza 11 am - 4 pm 905.683.6582 cityofpickering.com/recreation THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 9 Pdurhamregion.com Monday to Friday 9:30am to 9pm, Saturday 9:30am to 6pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm •North of Hwy 401, intersection of Stevenson Road and Hwy 2 •905.728.6231 •oshawacentre.com LULULEMON ATHELTICA |TOWN SHOES |ROOTS |FRUITS & PASSION |GUESS |DANIER LEATHER |WEST 49 Here’s your chance to shine a light on the neighbour you think contributes the most to this great community. Just tell us in 75 words or less what makes a particular individual special. Submit your nomination at oshawacentre.com or at our Customer Service kiosk before August 3 and you’ll automatically qualify for one of our weekly prizes. The winning nominee will receive a catered, $3,000 Backyard Bash and two runners-up each win a $1,000 landscaping package. It’s a great way to say “Thanks, Neighbour!” durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com Bid approved for addition to Westcreek Public School in Pickering DURHAM — From Pickering to Oshawa, the public school board has awarded con- tracts for five construction projects. The Durham District School Board re- ceived reports on the tenders during its May 20 meeting. In Pickering, BWK Construction Co. Ltd. submitted the lowest acceptable bid, $1.22 million, for the Westcreek Pub- lic School addition. Eight general contrac- tors submitted tenders, with a difference of about $110,000 between the lowest and highest bidders. The total project cost is $1.59 million. The addition for Harmony Heights Public School in Oshawa came in at $1.44 million from Struct-Con Construction Ltd; the high- est bid was $1.68 million. The accepted bid doesn’t include GST and the total project cost is just more than $1.9 million. Whitby’s Fallingbrook Public School ad- dition also went to Struct-Con, which pre- sented the lowest bid at $1.27 million, not including GST. The highest bid was almost $1.5 million. The project’s total cost is $1.6 million. In Brooklin, the unnamed Tormina public school tender went to Aquicon Construction Co. Ltd, which had the lowest bid at $8.1 mil- lion. The highest of the four submitted came in at $9.25 million. The total project cost is about $10 million. Also in Brooklin, the lowest bid received for the unnamed Olde Winchester public school was $8.28 million. The price doesn’t include GST and the high- est bid was $8.5 million. Public board gets to work on construction projects C a l l 9 0 5 -4 2 0 -3 3 6 9 •1 8 0 1 V a l l e y F a r m R o a d , P i c k e r i n g ,O N ,w w w .c h a r t w e l l r e i t .c a *Some conditions may apply. Spring into Summer Move In Special! N Move into one of our limited quantity two bedroom suites by July 31st, 2008 and receive one month’s FREE rent!* Call Nella or Laura at 905-420-3369 for a complimentary lunch and tour. LIMITED TIME OFF E R CALL T O D A Y ! The retirement option of choice durhamregion.comP PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Ready to lead PICKERING — The South Pickering Seniors Club’s new executive is, from left, front row, Mary Spence, Marlene McGlynn and Lois Wood. Back row, Dianh Bigioni, Barbara Giroux, Auriel Hembruff, Dave Simpson, Joan Freeman, Suzanne Pacholzuk and Linc Zwicker. Bus money good news, bad news story for Region More than $2.5 million on the way, but over 12 years Durham must come up with funding to expand fleet By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham Region Transit (DRT) is getting $1.9 million to replace aging buses. However, under a new funding formula, the Region will receive just a frac- tion of that amount this year. The Province is paying the money out over a 12-year period, with Durham receiving $223,000, or one-twelfth, this year, said DRT general manager Ted Galinis. The Province has increased its allocation to the On- tario Bus Replacement Program to $50 million this year, but with the added dollars comes the new formula for paying the municipalities. “They’ll pay you, but they’re going to pay us in small increments,” said Mr. Galinis. This year, the Region asked for 12 conventional buses, one 30-foot flag bus and three specialized service ve- hicles used to assist people with accessibility issues. The provincial allocation will cover up to one-third of the cost of the buses and it can be used for replacement buses only, not for expanding the Region’s fleet. This means Durham has to not only come up with the money for the remaining two-thirds of the price tag, but the majority of the allocation as well. “We have to come up with the money somehow to bridge this funding gap,” said Mr. Galinis, who said that makes the increased allocation from the Province a good news and a bad news story. Although the Province would pay the interest if the Region takes out a loan for the remainder of the cost, the incremental payments will still cause significant com- plications for the Region, said Mr. Galinis. He added the finance department plans to craft a letter to the Province about the issue. Meanwhile, in a prepared statement, Ajax-Pickering MPP Joe Dickson applauded the government for invest- ing in buses. “Transit Riders in the Durham Region will have im- proved transit service including access to newer, more efficient and accessible buses,” said Mr. Dickson. “We can replace aging buses and lower their mainte- nance costs which means better transit service in Dur- ham Region.” ‘We have to come up with the money somehow to bridge this funding gap.’ -- DRT GENERAL MANAGER TED GALINIS Find a bargain at St. Martin’s garage sale PICKERING — St. Martin’s Anglican Church is having its Annual Mammoth Garage Sale on Saturday, May 31. There are great deals on household items, knick-knacks, toys, clothes, books, and bargains galore. The sale is at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 1203 St. Martin’s Dr., Pickering (one block W. of Liverpool, S. of Bayly) from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., rain or shine. For more information call 905-839-4257. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com PICKERING — A Pickering woman is angry after a re- cent visit to a local waste facility left her husband $20 short. Diwantie Campayne’s husband went to Miller Waste Durham, located on Squires Beach Road in Pickering, on a recent week- end with a load of trash from renovations on the house. She said he paid the $20 deposit to enter and when he came out, he was charged $55 for the waste. However, the $20 was not deducted from the bill and he did not receive the money back. Ms. Campayne said he didn’t notice the problem until they checked the bill after he got home. “It’s a madhouse to get in there, how many people don’t check their bills,” she asked. After calling and com- plaining, Ms. Campayne got her money back a few days after the visit, but she’s upset there’s no paper trail for the deposit and thinks there should be a line on her receipt showing the $20 deposit was deducted. “Why collect the $20 if it’s not documented anywhere? You can forget to give it to me,” she said. Brad Harper, manager of Miller Waste Durham, said the facility charges a depos- it because some people try to leave through the back door. “As far as the $20 deposit is concerned, everybody has to pay that whether you have garbage or recycling,” he said. Mr. Harper said normally the $20 deposit is deducted from a customer’s bill. If they brought recycling, for which there is no charge, or the bill comes to less than $20, the difference is re- funded. The Region’s waste de- posit facilities have a differ- ent policy. “We do not charge to enter the facility; residents are charged when they exit,” said Durham waste techni- cian Katherine Ross-Per- ron. And while the Region does have a contract with Miller Waste to receive household hazardous waste, for which residents are not charged, they have no say on how Miller Waste operates. “That’s a completely pri- vate facility so the Region has nothing to do with how they run their business,” said Ms. Ross-Perron. Overall Mr. Harper said complaints aren’t generally a problem and if there is a complaint, he or the office manager would deal with it on a weekday when the office is open. “We’ve been here doing this here for 11 years now, and you do get the odd complaint, but for the most part it runs fairly smooth,” he said. Still, Ms. Campayne warns others to check their bills. “If I wasn’t busy, what I felt like doing is standing at the corner and asking every car, did you get your $20 back,” she said. 250 Bayly St., West Ajax Tel.Tel.(905) 683-3535 (905) 683-3535 3 Eggs, choice of meat, home fries, toast, fresh fruit & coffee $4.95$4.95 Mon-Fri: 6-11 AM excluding holidays expires June 30/08 *must present coupon If You Are… Expecting a Baby • Planning a Wedding New Business Appointment Looking for a Career • Moving Call: 1-866-873-9945 www.welcomewagon.ca bringing Local Community information & gifts durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 Check your waste bill, warns Pickering woman PICKERING — Find some great bargains on a variety of items. The ladies at Holy Re- deemer Catholic Church are holding a Trunk and Craft Sale, with the pro- ceeds helping to pay for building repairs. The sale features items such as crafts and jew- elry. There is also a white elephant table with knick- knacks and small house- hold items. Twenty-dollar spots are available for ven- dors and hotdogs, ham- burgers, and sausages are being sold. The sale is on May 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Holy Redeemer (Whites Road and Bayly Street), 796 Eyer Dr., Pickering. For more information call Stephanie at 905-831-6525. 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But Local 222 of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) union is urging politicians and the public to keep it at the forefront, saying the root causes of the manufactur- ing crisis still exist, and that everyone -- not just auto workers -- will be affected if solutions aren’t found soon. “Even if you’re not in the auto industry, or you’re not connected to the industry, this should mean something to you,” said Mike Shields, former Local 222 president and now a national CAW staff member. He was one of several speakers who ral- lied a crowd of about 70 CAW and NDP members at a Manufacturing Matters forum in Oshawa last Thursday night. Mr. Shields said the disappearance of manufacturing jobs hurts communities as a whole, by lessening the industrial and property taxes that pay for things like roads and parks. CAW statistics show Oshawa auto work- ers paid $31 million in property taxes last year. When people lose jobs they often lose their homes, which can lead to a glut of properties on the market, and cause house prices to fall for everyone, Mr. Shields said. And fewer manufacturing paycheques means less money circulating in the local economy. The CAW estimates that auto worker’s paycheques funneled $702 million into the Oshawa economy in 2007. “You just have to look at the devastat- ing effect of layoffs on a place like Flint, Michigan,” said Peggy Nash, MP for Park- dale/High Park and industry critic for the NDP. She received a warm welcome in Oshawa Thursday from union members who say they feel abandoned by Durham’s Conservative MPs. “Yes, Oshawa has other things going for it other than manufacturing, but GM is still key,” Ms. Nash said. “They pay big taxes that help everyone else. They are the engine of this community.” The CAW points to the rising Canadian dollar and unbalanced trade policies as the major culprits behind the disappear- ance of manufacturing jobs, and is press- ing local MPs and the government as a whole to act. Local 222 president Chris Buckley urged Thursday’s crowd to get the ball rolling by talking at the coffee shops, arenas and ball diamonds around Durham this summer about why manufacturing matters. The union is also planning a Manufac- turing Matters rally for Sunday, June 1, at Memorial Park. The rally will start at 11 a.m. at the Midtown Mall, and travel up John Street to the park. CAW says manufacturing should matter to everyone Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo CAW Local 222 President Chris Buckley speaks to the crowd at the Manufacturing Matters public forum at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43. 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LIMITED QUANITIES We’ve been installing and refi nishing hardwood fl oors since 1985 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com Waddington's New Super Sales starting June 1st & 2nd Sunday: Preview 9:00 AM Auction 10:00 AM (NOTE TIME) Monday: Preview 4:00 PM Auction 5:00 PM Due to the large number of estates and in- creased volume of items, we will be conducting large & interesting two day sales for the month of June: SUNDAY: glass, china, silver, books, jewellery, art & collector's items; MONDAY: furniture, decorative items, art and household items. Sunday selling @ 10:00 AM - A Large Collection of Herend porcelain, figures & tableware. Selling the Property of Kevin Jones & selected items Numerous Oils & Watercolours, Dinner Servic- es, Royal Doulton Figurines, Sterling Silver, Large Collection of Early English & Continental Porcelain, Antique Jewellery & Watches, Collec- tor's Items & Books. Furniture to include: Carved Oak Dining Room Suite, Mahogany Dining Room Suite, Pair of Gilt Display Cabinets, Victorian Bedroom Furniture, Small Tables & Side Chairs, Upholstered Furni- ture, Oak Roll Top Desk, Pine Painted Flat-to- the-Wall, Large Pine Bookcase, Light Fixtures & Oriental Carpets. This is a partial listing, please watch site for updates. Large Indoor Half Price Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:00 AM & Monday @ 4:00 PM For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, Debit, Cheque with I.D. Lunch Counter 101 Applewood Drive, Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 Phone 1-613-475-6223 TWILIGHT AUCTION SALE Thursday Evening, May 29TH, 6:00 P.M. Selling the attractive household contents of Stewart and the lateVelma Preston, 3093 Conc. 6, R.R.4 Bowmanville (Conlin Rd. East-just west of Dar- lington/Clarke Boundary-north of Taunton Rd.); Bassett Provinical 10 pc. Walnut Dining Room Suite; Curio Cabinet, 2 pc. Chesterfield Suite; 3 pc. Coffee Suite; Lamps, Occasional Tables and Chairs; Tweed Chesterfield; Pine Coffee Tables; TV, Portable TV; Stereo; 5pc. Bridge Set; Bassett 5 pc. Provincial Bedroom Suite (double); Single Bed; Cedar Chest; Rocker; Pictures; Prints; Paint- ings; Small Loveseat; Entrance Table and Mirror; 2 Fridges; Whirlpool Washer and Dryer; Chest Freezer; Dehumidifier; Microwave; patio and Lawn Furniture; 17 1/2 hp JD 110 Automatic Rid- ing Mulcher Mower (42in. 192 hrs.); 10hp Cub Ca- det 107 Riding Mower; Gas Pwer Mower; Gas Weeder; Garden Tools; Gas BBQ; Horse Cutter; 3 Sets Harness; Sleigh Bells; New Wheel Chair; Alu- minum Ex. Ladder; Hand Tools; Small Compres- sor; Electric Fencer; Cement Jockey; Cement Deer; Planter Urns; Franklin Fireplace; Small Qty Fire- wood; Misc. etc. . Everyting in good condition. Check the date and time TERMS: Cash, Approved Cheques (NO CARDS) AUCTIONEERS Frank & Steve Stapleton, Newtonville 905.786.2244, www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS Fundraising Auction for the Blackstock Agricultural Society, for changes to the Fair Grounds.Donations and Consignments from Local Businesses and Individuals.Fundraiser starts at 7:00pm @ Malcolm Sale Barn,13200 Old Scugog Rd.1/2 Mile South of Blackstock Tuesday, June 3rd @ 5:30pm • 12 hp lawn tractor 42" cut Master craft • Walnut table & chairs • Metal frame bunk bed • Back invertor Deep fryer propane • Propane heater • Vintage jewelry Rhinestone, Gold & Coro • Antique Necklace & Ring Tiger Eye • 10kt. Gold Garnet Bracelet w/a • 10kt. White Gold Ruby & Diamond ring w/a • 14kt. Gold Amethyst & Diamond hoop earrings w/a • 14kt. Gold Sapphire Pendant with chain w/a • 14 kt. Gold 0.35ct. Diamond earrings w/a • 14kt. Gold Sapphire & 6 Diamond earrings.FUNDRAISING:2-hrs Excavation • Face cord of wood • Gate leg table • Load topsoil • Ivon wheels • + More items! BRUCE KELLETT (905) 986-4447 (705) 328-2185 www.theauctionfever.com WEDNESDAY,JUNE 4th:4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Port Hope home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1km west of Utica To Include:Oak dressers, rocking chairs, oak file rack, household furniture, chintz china, crystal bowls, water pitchers, teacups and saucers, Royal Doulton, Royal Albert, Stratford, Aynsley, Shelley, green depression, Georgian glass vase, early press glass bride's basket, 8 place setting Royal Doulton, 6 pc wash bowl set Avon (Blue England), Coal Port Figurine (Judith Ann), 10 place setting Limoge china, large German platters, Bavarian dishes, tool box, Stanley planes, medals and trophies, jewelry including rings, bracelets, pearl necklace, blue topaz, watches, silver plate, sterling, 8 place setting Rogers, plus many other interesting items. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions, Newtonville Friday, May 30th, 2008, 5:00 p.m. Selling the attractive contents of a Courtice and Port Hope Homes: 9 pc. Dining Room Suite; Cor- ner shelf unit; China Cabinet; Bedroom Furniture, Occasional Chairs, Occasional Tables; Pr. Wine Settees; Chesterfield Suite; 9 Mantle Clocks; Oil Lamps; Crocks; Scales; Pictures; Prints; China, Glass, Collectibles; Patio Furniture; Garden Ac- cents; Check Website for Updates Preview after 2:00 p.m.Terms: Cash; App. Cheques; Visa, M/C, Interac 10% Buyers Premium Applies Auctioneers 905.786.2244, 1.800.263.9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'serving auction industry since 1971' CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday,May 30th at 4:30pm located 3 miles East of Little Britain nKawartha Lakes Rd.4., 9pc walnut dining room set, 6 oak pb chairs, Vilas bedroom suite, Vilas chesrterfield set, 2 door wardrobe, modern bedroom sets, ta- ble top scales, lg ent centre, lg office corner desk, pot belly stove, lg vanity, approximately 30 bikes and 1 hockey net for City of Kawar- tha Lakes Police Dept., floor model drill press, elec power washer, Mastercraft roll away tool box, air compressor, Craftsman table saw, Lincoln 225 welder, qty. of hand and power tools, qty of 1" rough cut pine lumber, Haier portable air conditioner, washer and dryer, 25 HP Mercury outboard motor, 12 HP MTD riding mower (like new), Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items. Also selling June 6 for OPP City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment - Honda dirt bike, 90cc Baja ATV, watch, jewellery, walkie talkie, hand and power tools, TV and VCRs, chainsaws, chairs, DVDs, etc. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com Open for viewingThursday from 8:30am to 5pm and 7pm and 9pm and Friday morning at 9am SATURDAY,MAY 31 @ 10:00 a.m. Vanhaven Arena,722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge L9P 1R2. ANTIQUES, Furniture, Collectibles - Advertising & Toys, China, Glass & Silver AUCTION for local estates to incl. Brunswick pool table (selling by photo - see web), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (cert.) & 1914 Gerard Heintzman player piano GARY HILL AUCTIONS Celebrating 25 years in the Auction Business P.O. Box 1030, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1N3 905-852-9538, 416-518-6401 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com Sat. May 31 at 10am. MITCHELL'S AUCTION BUILDING, 3K east of Omemee on #7,5K north on Emily Park Road or 115 to Millbrook exit go north 18k on Peterboro Cty. 10. Tractors/Machinery:Gehl skid steer No. 5625, perkins diesel, 4 cyl., w/2 buckets; Nuffield 60hp diesel; MF 50 diesel w/loader-new rubber; Int. 414 diesel w/loader; MII 30-good cond. 720 JD 9' haybine, 2-5 bar side del. rakes, Bush ITog 10' disc, 20" blade cyl. lift, like new, Dion 8T forage wagon, 27' goose neck side dump trailer, qty. other machinery, wagon load of tools & misc. JD LX188 17hp liquid cooled, like new; Yamaha RZ 350 motor cycle, Pelican 2 seat pedal boat and so very much more.Qty. Good Household Furniture, applianc- es, china, 20-U.K. mint coin sets 1983forward. Cash/check only!ID to register. MITCHELL AUCTIONS RR4 OMEMEE 705-799-6769 Mon.June 2nd - 5pm at MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER -LINDSAY Large Oshawa estate, antiques, collectibles & modern, 01 Chrysler 300, 02 Pontiac Montana, 93 Mer- cury Marquis, Malcolm quality dining suite, waterfall bdrm suite, Vilas bdrm suite, washstand, fancy Jacobean & cane parlour table, iron patio set, 3 pc chesterfield, several antique radios (one in original box) old chests & dressers, 2 old duck decoys, commode chair, new book shelf, new rattan chair & table, pressback chair, wicker rocker, 3 Windsor chairs, 2 oriental area rugs, lge qty glass, china, collectibles, Nippon, Shelley cup & saucer, carnival glass, oil lamps, fancy lamps, Lladro bear, Milk glass, crystal, toys, games, books, plastic sign making machine, tools, info 1-800-461-6499 or view at www.mcleanauctions.com Auction Sale HAYDON AUCTION BARN Saturday May 24 at 4 pm Coins (1800's, Early 1900's, Silver, Nfld, Farthings), Furn, Curio Cab, Cap Bed, Metal Futon, China, Pictures, Collectables www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 LIVE-OUT NANNY/HOUSE- KEEPER needed for 2-children, 4-days per week, in Pickering home. Must drive. Please call days, Mon-Thurs. (905)436-0454, evenings/weekends (905)509- 1311 REFLEXOLOGY- $35 SPECIAL! Couples/friends sessions and reflexology parties too. Call 905- 571-6540 momentsofmagic.com Members RRCO, Visa/MC/Debit. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, carpets installed from .99 sq. ft. Textured Berber installed from $1.44 sq. ft. Hard- woods installed from $4.99 sq. ft. 12.3 mm laminates installed from $2.69 sq. ft. 20 years experience, certified installer. Always free es- timates. Saillian Carpets. 1-800- 578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905- 373-2260. 27 FT SUN RUNNER cabin cruis- er with aft cabin, excellent shape, $18,500 or with trailer $22,900. Komatsu mini excavator with doz- er blade, 2200 hours, very clean, $16,900. 905-342-9336 or cell 905-373-2925. AIR CONDITIONING SPECIAL. 13seer starting at $1900. in- stalled, high efficiency gas fur- naces from $2500 installed. Call Jenkins Heating and Cooling for a free estimate. (705)328-6544. ALL NATURAL BEEF,no chemi- cals, government inspected, cus- tom cut, sides $2.09/lb, halfsides 115lbs, $250. Cattle fed my own alfalfa, cornsilage, barley. 50lbs, lean hamburger, $110. Orono. (905)983-9471. 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 BUY/SELL Stair lifts, porch lifts, hospital beds (electric), scooters, ceiling lifts, patient lifts. SILVER CROSS (905)668-8560 or 1-800- 659-0668 CARPET SPECIALS,laminate, hardwood flooring, tiles, crown moulding & professional painting. Carpet 30-sq. yd. from $329. in- cludes pad & installation. Carpet repairs, Free estimates. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPET SPECIALS,laminate, hardwood flooring, tiles, crown moulding & professional painting. Carpet 30-sq. yd. from $329. in- cludes pad & installation. Carpet repairs, Free estimates. Call Sam (905)686-1772 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 DINING ROOM SUITE like new, buffet hutch table, 4 sides, 2 arms, cappuccino finish, $2500, cost much more (job transfer, moving) 905-576-3838. DINING ROOM SUITE,wooden table, 6-high-back velvet (dk.brown) chairs, 3-matching top glass displays w/cupboards. Excellent condition. Will sell sep- arately. $900o.b.o. MUST SELL! 905-728-8024 after 12noon. DRUM SET.5-pc Pearl Fourm drum set. Complete: seat, hard- ware, cymbals, etc. $650. 905- 435-9952 DRYER,$100.Stair Master $150. 4-Piece Dining Room Set $300. Canon, $600. All items in excel- lent condition. (905)579-6697 or (905)242-1967. GIBBARD DINING ROOM Suite, Vintage 1930's, solid walnut. Includes drop leaf table, 6-chairs, side-board/buffet and china cabinet. In good condition. Asking $3,500. (905)723-3569. GOALIE EQUIPMENT - Good condition. Sizes from Atom to Bantam. Pads, gloves, skates, body armor. Call early for best selection. 905-434-5686 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.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB, DELUXE cabinet, 220 amp, high efficiency, low mainte- nance,therapy jets, $2995, 905- 409-5285. HOT TUBS/SPA,2008 new in wrap, fully loaded. Cost $8900, sacrifice $3900. Call (905)213- 4669 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4300 sacrifice $1395. (905)213-4669 LARGE 3PC MEDIUM oak wall unit $600. Captains bed, night stand, head board w/bookcase , new mattress & bedding $500. Captain's bed, new mattress & bedding $300. 2 love seats, fall colours $25 each. 68" buffet $50. Old records $2.00 each. (905)723-4441, (905)243-5959. PATIO SET,Aluminum 6-chairs, glass table top $200. Excellent condition. Call (905)623-0524 PIANOS AND CLOCKS,We have the best prices on new & used pianos. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYPEN in carrying case $50. Baby Hiking carrier $50. Portable high chair $15, all like new. Call 905-404-8676. PROFESSIONAL HARDWOOD billiard tables, 9ftx4-1/2ft table, $1500 each; ATM machine $2000. Best offers accepted. Call Rachel 905-550-3111. RATTAN PAPASAN CHAIR (round-about) & brand new cush- ion (light blue), $75. Call (905)434-4374 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. SOFA & LOVE SEAT Dark-Multi Colour. Excellent condition. Ask- ing $500.00. Please call after 6p.m. 905-435-8151 TORO RIDE-ON MOWER, services GT430, 3-years old, only 113 hrs, paid $8,350, will sell for $4000, very good condition, (905)420-0402. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLIANC- ES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also re- conditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt. size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appli- ances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 Family Health & Lifestyle Show Bowmanville VENDORS WANTED Book early, limited space Oct 4th & 5th Call Devon at 905-579-4400 ext #2236 THE OASIS Bar and Grill's Ani- mals R Us Festival is seeking Vendors for this year's festival. Date: Saturday July 26 (rain or shine). Booth price is $70 for 10'x10' (for profit business) Non- profits get in free. Location: Vic- toria Park, Cobourg, time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Demos: Disc Dogs, Grooming and Obedience. Please call the Humane Society at 905-885-4131 for more info. VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Devon #2236 Wendy #2215 2SCHNOODLE puppies, vet checked, dewormed, $450 each. Call 905-579-0252 3 GOLDEN RETRIEVER pup- pies, home raised, vet checked, first shots and dewormed, awe- some temperament, both parents here. Please call 905-352-2753. AUSTRALIAN BLUE Heelers, family raised, $400. 905-349- 2208. BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN retriever puppies. Experienced breeder since 1967. First shots, de- wormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guar- antee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303 GOLDENDOODLES,Aussiedoo- dles & Labradoodles, Gorgeous, loving family pets, Come for a play & fall in love. 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com JACK RUSSELL puppies,first shots, ready to go. (905)986- 5217 or (905)424-9411 LAB, ADORABLE pups, yellow, CKC champ bloodlines, tattoos, shots, raised in our rec room, ready May 23. 905-344-7895. MALTESE PUPPIES for sale, purebred toy, 8-weeks old, $950/each, o.b.o. (905)655-2436. PUG PUPPIES, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home raised. Beautiful fawns. Vet checked, first shots. (705)454-3105. PUREBRED ADORABLE GOLDEN Retriever puppies, ready to go, both parents on site, vet checked, dewormed, first shots, $500. 905-342-2095. 1984 NISSAN 300 ZX Turbo 5-spd. 50th anniversary edition. Production #85. Loaded, excel- lent condition $5900. (905)446- 0330 1992 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME. 123,000K, 4-door, white. Very good condition. $1500 as is. 905-623-8939 1994 MAZDA MX3, V6, 5 speed, A/C, ps, pw, pb, pl, power sun- roof, cruise, new brakes, 204,000 km, good shape, $800 as is. 905-376-7044. 1995 BONNEVILLE, loaded, looks good, runs great. 218, 000 km. $3000. 905-837-0625. 1996 PONTIAC Bonneville S.E. Green, black interior, V6, only 134,000km. $3000.00 As Is, $3,500.00 Cert, e-tested, O.B.O. 905-430-8258. 1997 MAZDA Protégé SE 5 Speed, Cert and E-test $2200. 905-433-1661 or 905-404-1300. Ivan 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, WELL-MAINTAINED! Green, runs excellent, high mileage, ap- prox. 323484. Must sell, owner is moving. $1500 . 905-999- 9371, call after 6p. 2000 HYUNDAI ACCENT,silver, hatch-back, excellent economy, air/cd, runs & looks good, tires & emission/safety done. $2650. Manual transmission. Call 905-728-9258 after 4pm. 2000 PONTIAC SUNFIRE auto- matic , as is. 905 697 9462 2000 TOYOTA Corolla. 4-door, 5-speed, A/C, 147,000kms. Great condition, safety and clean air. $5,800. Call John (905)435-7490. 2002 CHEVY VENTURE Certified. $5,995, V-6, black/tan interior. 140,000 km, a/c, dual sliding doors, second row cap- tain's seats, roof racks, remote starter. 905-987-6926. 2003 MALIBU,dark gray, 4-dr, pwr locks/windows, 4 mounted snow tires, trailer hitch, rust proofed yearly, 100,100kms, cer- tified/e-tested, 1 owner lady-driv- en, asking $7,500. (905)623-0138 2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX, Certified, 43000 kms, silver int/ext, Auto 3.4 SFI V6 FWD, ex- tra side Airbags, $17,000. Whitby Call evenings 905-430-0324 2005 SATURN ION.Looks & runs like new. 4 door, red, auto- matic transmission, certified $9,800. 905-261-4397 2008 CADILLAC SRX,awd, brand new, only 50kms (won in lottery), loaded, city package, etc. Save thousands, no gst/no freight charge/no air tax/only pst. Asking $43,498. 905-655-1304. CLASSIC 1989 CADILLAC Se- dan De Ville, Cherry red. Best looking Cadillac in Oshawa. 135,000kms, $10,000 Best Offer, Driven regularly. 905*723-7757 Collectors only. 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(905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $ $250+TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $150-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)893-1594 1-866-256-2883 ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905- 263-4142 or 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1996 BLAZER,daily driver, good shape, 4-wheel drive, works great, $3200 obo, (905)419-1016. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan ES White, all power, 3.8 motor, can be certified. Excellent condition inside and out. No rust, as is $1500-obo. 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Colours®is a registered Trademark of Sears, licensed for use in Canada PICKERING TOWN CENTRE 905-420-8000 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 21 A/Pdurhamregion.com Find a location near you at lonestartexasgrill.com On average, 9 Canadians are admitted to the hospital everyday for pedestrian related injuries Pedestrian Safety Pedestrian Safety Pedestrian Safety Pedestrian Safety Pedestrian injuries and fatalities ARE predictable & preventable (Safe Kids Canada, 2004) (Medical New TODAY, 2007) DURHAM REGION HEALTH DEPARTMENT For more information contact Durham Health Connection Line at 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729 or visit www.region.durham.on.ca “Kill the speed. Not the child.”“Kill the speed.Not the child.”“Kill the speed. Not the child.”“Kill the speed.Not the child.” durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com AJAX — A massive housing development has been approved for northeast Ajax. Council’s community affairs and planning committee on Monday approved a 1,420-home subdivision proposal from Sundial Homes. The project, at the southwest corner of Ross- land and Audley roads, would be built in phases and, depending on the market, take about five years to complete. Construction would begin along Rossland and move southerly, towards the existing Lexington County subdivision, said Chris Matson, the devel- opment manager for the project. “It’s driven by marketing. We need to generate sales and activity,” Mr. Matson said. The project includes conventional single-de- tached homes, detached homes, semis and town- houses with rear lanes, and back-to-back town- houses. The variety of housing types and sizes makes the project “diverse,” Mr. Matson said. Services will start going in this year and con- struction of the houses is to begin in the winter or spring of next year, he said. “There’s a good blend of housing types and sizes,” said Mayor Steve Parish. “I like the treat- ment along Rossland and Audley. It lends itself to transit usage. I think it does what we want it to do.” Sundial is the builder of the houses at Bayly Street and Monarch Avenue. Large subdivision approved for north Ajax DURHAM — Schools throughout the Durham Catholic school board are going green. Following a formal launch of the EcoSchools program in the Durham Catholic District School Board and staff workshops, 17 schools applied for certification by the April 30 deadline, according to a report received by trustees during their May 12 meeting. Bronze, silver, and gold certifications are awarded based on the sum of points acquired in categories such as energy conservation, waste minimization, school ground greening, and in- novative program and projects. Applications are being evaluated by EcoSchools staff and final results are expected by the end of June. The following local schools provided applica- tions for certification: Pickering • Our Lady of the Bay CS ; St. Elizabeth Seton CS; St. Monica CS. Ajax • St. Bernadette CS. Catholic schools going green in Durham 411durhamregion.com More nuclear power generated but net income down to $162 million By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Despite generating more power, Ontario Power Generation’s net in- come for the first quarter of 2008 dropped. OPG reported net income of $162 million for the first three months of the year, down from $171 million for the first quarter of 2007. The company was able to generate 29.4 terrawatt hours (TWh) of electricity during the first quarter, a jump over the 28.2 TWh in the first quarter of 2007. Production at OPG’s nuclear stations rose 1.7 TWh, primarily because of fewer outages at the Pickering station. “In the first quarter of 2008, OPG contin- ued to improve its operational performance. Our nuclear and hydroelectric stations in- creased their electricity production and im- proved their reliability. “We continually strive to increase our generating capacity while operating safely,” Jim Hankinson, OPG’s president and CEO, said in a press release. “The money we collect for decommission- ing and storage of fuel are kept in two differ- ent funds. It’s invested in publicly-traded stocks. “The market dipped and it affected our net income,” said Ted Gruetzner, an OPG spokesman. In its financial statements, OPG said “earnings for the three months ended March 31, 2008 were unfavourably impacted by a decrease in earnings on the nuclear fixed asset removal and nuclear waste manage- ment funds (the “Nuclear Funds”). “Losses on the Nuclear Funds for the three months ended March 31, 2008 were $51 mil- lion compared to earnings of $91 million for the same quarter in 2007, a decrease of $142 million. The decrease in earnings was primarily due to lower returns on the Decommission- ing Segregated Fund (“Decommissioning Fund”), as a result of significant volatility and unfavourable returns in the capital mar- kets during the first quarter of 2008 com- pared to the first quarter of 2007. “The Nuclear Funds have been designed to fund long-term liability requirements with a long-term strategic asset mix, and therefore, short-term market fluctuations are inevitable. OPG’s earnings on the Used Fuel Segregated Fund (“Used Fuel Fund”) are not subject to such capital market vola- tility since the rate of return on this fund for the first 2.23 million used fuel bundles is guaranteed by the Province,” the statement read. Revenue earned from nuclear power was $765 million in the first quarter of this year, up from $682 million in 2007. More money was made from nuclear power because the Darlington and Pickering stations operated at a higher rate in the first quarter. Darlington’s nuclear capability fac- tor (the amount of time it operated without unplanned outages) was 98.9 per cent, up from the 93.6 per cent during the first quar- ter of ’07. The ‘A’ side of Pickering had a capability of 77.6 per cent, up from 63.5, while the ‘B’ side was 86.5 per cent, over the 69.6 of last year. “We had improved operational perfor- mance. We are generally pleased with the way things are heading.” Mr. Gruetzner said. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com Income drops at OPG during first quarter of 2008 Fewer outages at the Pickering nuclear sta- tion was one of the main reasons for more electricity being generated by OPG in the first quarter of 2008.newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Entertainment in brief MAY 28, 2008 Grease comes to the stage in Ajax AJAX — Get ready for some summer lovin’ with a classic. Pickering High School’s musical theatre students pres- ent ‘Grease’. The students have worked extremely hard this semester choreographing and re- hearsing for the highly anticipated musical. Performance dates are May 28 to 30 at 7 p.m. The production is at the J. Clarke/Notre Dame community theatre at 1375 Harwood Ave. N. (at Rossland), Ajax. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and available at the door. For more information contact Cindy Kraemer at 905-683-4760 ext. 321. HIAD arts and crafts show DURHAM — Buy and view local art as part of Brain Injury Awareness month. The Head Injury Association of Durham Region is presenting its second annual Arts and Crafts Show and Sale. The event features a wide range of art such as paintings, photographs, handmade jewelry, hand-crafted wood items and more. All art has been produced by local artists who are available to discuss their creations. The event is on Wednesday, June 4 from 3 to 8 p.m. at 850 King St. W., Oshawa, Unit 24 (Thornton Centre, King and Thorn- ton, lower level). For more details contact the Head Injury Association of Durham at 905-723-2732 or 1-866-354- 4464. Yangtze River documentary on screen in Ajax AJAX — The Ajax Film Circuit bonus film, ‘Up the Yangtze’, will be screened on June 11. The film is an award-winning documentary by Yung Chang and focuses on the people who live alongside China’s Yangtze River, many of whom are being forced to leave because of the Three Gorges Dam project. The screening is at the Ajax Cineplex Odeon theatre and the film begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6.50 each and are available at all Ajax library branches or for $7 at the theatre Film Circuit desk on show night. Fanciful adventures in the animal world Young actors bring Kipling’s stories to life By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — If you’ve ever won- dered how the camel got his hump, the leopard his spots and the whale his throat, you’ll enjoy Oshawa Lit- tle Theatre youth group’s produc- tion of ‘Just So’. Based on Rudyard Kipling’s ‘Just So Stories’, the musical, by Anthony Drewe and George Stiles, features the British writer’s fanciful tales about how animals got the way they are. From May 29 to June 7, 27 young people, ages 10 to 16, will act out those stories in a play adapted by Kipling’s work. “It’s a cute play,” said director Glen Lee. “It will appeal to both kids and adults. It’s fun.” The play within a play is told by a storyteller who is exploring an attic, looking at what he finds there. He turns into the Elder Magi- cian who sets the animals off on a quest to discover their individual traits, after realizing they all look alike. But Pau Amma, the crab, de- clines and causes havoc with the sea. In an effort to stop him, the Elephant’s Child sets off with the flightless Kolokolo bird to find the crab. Along the way, they help other animals discover their true selves. The story is told through the music, Lee said. “The songs are interesting. None of them are mainstream.” The musical, while originally written for an adult audience, is ideally suited for young people, Lee said. But adults will enjoy the fun. Lee encourages everyone to bring along their imaginations since the idea of animals will be “suggested” by the costumes. There are two non-animal char- acters, a Parsee man, a baker, and his stove. Yes, a talking stove. The actors came from all over Durham, with one from Toronto. They’ve been learning about the- atre and rehearsing since Septem- ber. “They come with a wide array of skills,” Lee said. “They are super. Some of them are very experienced and some of them are fairly new. Some of them are semi-pro actors.” And the experienced ones help out the newer actors, he said. Also helping out are the actors’ parents, who are helping with things such as costumes, painting and backstage, Lee said. The Elder Magician is played by Eric Danis. The Elephant’s Child is Devin Dos Santos with understudy Tyler Keating. The Kolokolo Bird is Mariah Horner, with understudy Holly Campbell. The Parsee man is Thalia Stefaniuk, with understudy Josh Gilliland. The Stove is Thomas Bridal, Zebra is Katie Munro, Gi- raffe is Shelby Cunliffe, Leopard is Ben Head, Jaguar is Olivia Paty, Rhino is Brandon Craggs and Kan- garoo is Victoria Cutler. On the adult side of things, Ellyn Patte is the assistant director, Janet Gilliland is the stage manager, Brent Turner is the music director, Donna Lajeunesse is the choreog- rapher and Shirley Stefaniuk and Myra Bayliss are the producers. Tickets are $12 ($8 for the school matinee) and available by calling 905-723-0282, at the United Way kiosk at the Oshawa Centre, on the website, www.oshawalittletheatre. com, or the theatre lobby Wednes- day through Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Oshawa theatre is at 72 Rus- sett Ave. ‘Just So’ runs May 29 to June 7 at 7:30 p.m. plus a 2 p.m. matinee on June 1. There’s also a school mati- nee on June 6, a PD day, at noon. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo From left, Shelby Cunliffe, Sarah Nuttall, Katie Munro, Victoria Cutler and Michael Williamson are featured in Oshawa Little Theatre’s production of ‘Just So’, running May 29 to 31 and June 5 to 7, with a June 1 matinee. Pickering artist an award-winner at Port Perry exhibit Marcia Masino’s ‘Seagoat’ impresses Making Waves comes to the Durham West Arts Centre in Pickering next month By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com PORT PERRY — From glass sculptures to acrylics to photo- graphs, the art of Making Waves reflects the water at the heart of this community. A joint project of Meta4 Contem- porary Craft Gallery and Scugog Lake Stewards, Making Waves is a juried art exhibit of works inspired by water. In more ways than one. As Jennifer Hardie, one of the owners of Meta4, said at the of- ficial opening reception, “We have this beautiful lake at the foot of our community and it needs our help.” The exhibit is designed to bring public awareness to the state of Lake Scugog’s health and to make us think about the importance of water in our lives. Barbara Karthein, of Scugog Lake Stewards, said the volunteer group is delighted to take part in the exhibit. “The Lake Stewards really want to get involved in other issues,” she said. “Environmental art is a won- derful opportunity to think about the lake and the environment in general. Anything that focuses on the lake is wonderful. It’s really an exciting event. I think it gives the opportunity to show other angles of our personalities.” Stewards member and interna- tionally known artist Bill Lishman served as a juror, sorting through the 80 pieces of work from 40 art- ists to come up with the final 32 pieces from 28 artists. “I think it’s an amazing show,” he said, adding it was tough pick- ing the works for the show and the awards. “I’d rather be the juror than the juried. It came down to what does this have to do with water.” The awards went to: Audrey Mor- gan, best in craft award from Scugog Council for the Arts for her mixed media piece, ‘Perfect Knowledge’; Pamala Tate, of Port Hope, best in visual arts, from Framers Gallery, for her acrylic on canvas, ‘Certain Things are Best Left Unsaid’; Mar- cia Masino, of Pickering, jurors’ choice from Scugog Lake Stewards, for her watercolour ‘Seagoat’; and, Judy MacIntosh, best in show from Meta4, for her oil ‘Ganeda’. Honourable mentions went to Nancy Emkin for her photograph, ‘Walking on Water’, and Terry Craig for his glass sculpture, ‘Rise’. There was also a children’s ver- sion, Making Waves Junior. The award winners are on exhibit, too. Karthein said the Lake Stewards will be continuing this exhibit on its own next year. Making waves continues at Meta4, 200 Queen St., until June 22. Then, the exhibit heads south to the Durham West Arts Centre, 364 Kingston Rd., Pickering, from June 26 to July 31, with an opening reception July 4 at 7 p.m. comWHY BEIN G PEANUT FREE IS SO IMPORTAN T Reasons to reconsider 11 07OCT AMETROLAND DURHAM REGION MEDIA GROUP NEWSMAGAZINE www.durhamparent.com SEE LEADERSHIP ON PAGE 7 HELP! MY CHILD’S PROJECT IS DUE! 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. 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Special festival guests include members from the Pickering Ajax Italian Social Club, Devi Mandir, the Durham Tamil Association, the Greek Community of Oshawa and District, the Chinese Culture and Arts Federal Association of Canada, Zahra’s School of Belly Dance and more. At each booth, have your Cana- dian Tapestry passport stamped by the community cultural or- ganization host or hostess. Once stamps are collected from each stop, return your passport to the Gift Shop and enter for a chance to win a new bicycle. Passports are available at the event, at City of Pickering facilities or online at cityofpickering.com/museum. The event is on Saturday, June 7 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at Pickering Museum Village, off Hwy. 7, three kilometres east of Brock Road. Admission is free and the official opening ceremonies begin at 1 p.m. For more information on this event and other programs contact the Museum Village at 905-683- 8401. RSSRSS more updates at newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 Ajax-Pickering team’s win streak snapped at two after losses to Wellington, Brooklin By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The Ajax-Pickering Rock returned to the lacrosse floor with a resounding thud on the weekend. The Ontario Lacrosse Associa- tion senior ‘B’ squad had its two- game winning streak snapped after successive road losses to the Wel- lington Aces and the Brooklin Mer- chants. On Friday, the Rock was trimmed 11-6 by the undefeated Aces and, on Saturday in Brooklin, Ajax-Pickering fell 10-6. Although the Rock (2-4) were in both matches, tied 5-5 against Brooklin in the second period of Saturday’s tilt, they couldn’t sus- tain their solid play for a full 60 minutes. Against Wellington on Friday, the Rock also held it close, trailing 8-6 in the third, before the Aces rallied to score the next three in a row to put the win on ice. The Rock needed an emergency call-up goaltender in the form of Scott Komar to fill the net against Wellington. Regular ball stopper Mike Miron had work commit- ments and backup Mike McKay wasn’t available. “Scott stepped in and did a great job for us,” says Rock head coach Paul St. John. St. John was especially compli- mentary of the Rock’s effort against Brooklin after coming off a loss the night before. The game, however, degraded into rough tactics and a resulting parade to the penalty box from the second period onward. “Things started to get out of hand,” said St. John. “It got a little chippy. It’s not the way the game is supposed to be played.” Although he acknowledges the Rock are in a rebuilding mode after advancing all the way to the na- tional Presidents Cup final in 2007, St. John’s convinced he’s on the right path with the number and quality of first-year players who are part of the 2008 edition. Therefore, he’s not contemplating any sweep- ing changes in the near future. “We’ll see what happens. If we need to make changes we will. We know we’re in a rebuilding year, but we still want to compete,” he said. The Rock return to action on Saturday night when they play the Mohawk Stars in their first meeting of the season. Although the Stars have only one win to their credit after five league games, St. John reports they’re a team that’s much better than their record would in- dicate. “We have to prepare our guys well because they play with a lot of energy and they work hard.” Pebbles Record: 2-4 3rd place, OLA Senior ‘B’ East Division Travis Bland led the Rock against Wellington last Friday with a two-goal effort. Captain Mark Craig, Jamie Plunkett, Michael Rollings and Darryl Burkart added single goals...Plunkett posted a five-point night (two goals, three assists) in the loss to Brooklin. Bland, Ryan McMichael and Craig supplied single markers...The Rock was whistled for 12 minutes in bench penalties against Brooklin...The season series with Durham rival Brooklin is now tied at 1-1 with two more games to go, both in Pickering...St. John notes he’s gradually allowing for- mer Rock player and current assistant coach Jim Veltman to take the head coaching reins with the team...St. John acknowledges Wellington is the class of the league so far. Rock are road kill in weekend senior lacrosse SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 www.toronto.com/annandale Looking for a new home to golf? $395 from $58 from + GST PST & GRAT. 2008 Memberships Tournament, Golf and Dinner Pkgs. + GST Monarchs earn shot at soccer repeat Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs’ Christina Paterson races past two Dunbarton High School Spartans’ defenders during first-half action in the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) senior girls’ soccer ‘AAAA’ semifinals. The Monarchs posted a 3-1 victory at Consumers Field in Whitby on Tuesday afternoon and will meet Ajax’s J. Clarke Richardson Storm in the final on Thursday at 2:30 p.m. St. Mary faces J. Clarke for LOSSA senior girls’ crown By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — The St. Mary Cath- olic Secondary School Monarchs have earned the right to defend their Durham Region girls’ soccer title. They’ll get that chance against Ajax’s J. Clarke Richardson Storm at Whitby’s Consumers Field on Thurs- day at 2:30 p.m. after both J. Clarke and St. Mary won their respective senior semifinal contests at the same venue on Tuesday. The top-seeded Monarchs booked their ticket to the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) ‘AAAA’ championship game after defeating the fourth-seeded and cross-city rival Dunbarton High School Spartans 3-1. Meanwhile, second-seeded Rich- ardson had a little tougher time against the 11th-seeded O’Neill Col- legiate Redhawks of Oshawa. The Storm needed a ‘Golden’ goal by Nickidia Thompson to clinch a 2-1 victory. The Monarchs used a strong wind at their backs to full advantage in their semifinal match, getting an early goal from Arin King with the game barely five minutes old. St. Mary scored another goal late in the first half, also from King, to take a comfortable 2-0 lead at half time. The Spartans, with the wind in the second half, got one back with a goal by Chantelle Brown, but the Monarchs put the game away later in the half as King scored her third of the contest. Monarchs’ co-coach Scott McDa- vid says the quick goal from King was as important as having the wind in the first half of Tuesday’s semi. “We got that first goal in the first five minutes, which set the pace for the game. It’s always important to get that first goal,” said McDavid. In the other semifinal, O’Neill opened the scoring in the contest, but Richardson roared back with the tying goal from Amanda Morris with less than five minutes remaining. Both Richardson and St. Mary coaches believe Thursday’s final should be a solid showcase of soccer. It will be the first meeting between the two teams this season. “We’re determined to put up a challenge with the potential to win it,” said Richardson co-coach Trish Goff, who runs the team along with Dave Sasseville. “Certainly, this is the strongest team we’ve had in the last few years.” “We don’t know much about Rich- ardson, but we know they haven’t lost a game this year,” said McDavid. “It’s going to be a good game. We’re looking forward to it.” Meanwhile, in the junior semifi- nal, Oshawa’s Paul Dwyer Saints de- feated St. Mary 2-1 on penalty kicks. Michelle Durante scored for St. Mary in regulation time. Vanessa Desouza had the lone Monarchs goal in pen- alty kicks. St. Mary keeper Caitlin Sebert made a game-preserving save off a penalty kick during the second overtime session. Notre Dame Cougars prevailed over the Uxbridge Tigers 1-0 in the other junior semifinal contest. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 28, 2008 PAGE 27 Pdurhamregion.com Pumas athletes roar into Central Regionals Twenty-five qualify after Pine Ridge puts together solid showing at LOSSA championships PICKERING — A large contingent of Pine Ridge Pumas will take the track and the field at the OFSAA Central Regionals, which get under- way Thursday in Toronto. After posting solid results at the recent Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) championships, 25 athletes from the Pickering secondary school qualified for regionals at York Univer- sity. The Central Regionals serve as the qualifier for the OFSAA provincial champion- ships in Hamilton from June 5 to 7. The Pumas registered 22 medals, 20 top-eight finishes and established four school records after two days at the LOSSA championships at Oshawa’s Civic Stadium. Overall, Pine Ridge athletes won seven gold, eight silver and seven bronze medals and placed sixth in the team standings with 240 points. Pine Ridge also placed fourth in the overall girls’ standings and second in the midget girls’ division behind Notre Dame of Ajax. Leading the way for the Pumas at LOSSA was team captain Kyle Gill in the se- nior boys’ division with a gold and two silver medals. Gill won the 400 metres in 50.62 seconds and captured silver medals in the 200 metres and the 4-x-100-metre relay. Gill’s 200 metres time of 22.38 established a new school re- cord. Jabari Henry placed sixth overall in the 200 metres and 400 metres in 23.14 and 54.31, respectively. In the senior girls’ divi- sion, Ayesha Rumble and Shona Dunkley led the way. Rumble captured two golds and a bronze medal, winning the triple jump with a leap of 10.69 metres and the long jump with a leap of 4.93 me- tres. She was also fourth in the 200 metres in 26.40. Meanwhile, Dunkley cap- tured a gold, silver and a bronze medal. She won the 100-metre hurdles in a pro- vincial best time of 14.05 and also placed third in the 200 metres in 25.98. Shanique Antoine placed fifth in the shot put with a throw of 7.77 metres. In the junior boys’ divi- sion, Chris Gordon and Justin Gordon captured two medals apiece. Chris Gordon cap- tured two golds in the triple jump and the junior boys’ 4-x-100-metre relay. He won the triple jump with a leap of 12.09 metres and, in the process, established a new school record. Justin Gor- don captured two medals in the triple jump and 4-x-100- metre relay. He won a silver medal in the triple jump with a leap of 11.98 metres. Neil Bourne placed sixth in the junior boys’ 200 metres in 24.20 and Marlon McCleary finished sixth in the triple jump with a leap of 11.06 me- tres. In the midget boys’ divi- sion, Chris Paju won a bronze medal in the long jump with a leap of 5.60 metres while es- tablishing a new school mark. Jide Olabiyi also won a bronze in the 300-metre hurdles in 47.54 and was eighth in the 100-metre hurdles. Michael Ashun placed sixth in the triple jump with a leap of 11.43 metres, setting a new school standard. Jona- than Lewis finished seventh in the 200 metres in 24.94 and Trevyn Newell placed eighth in the triple jump with a leap of 10.72 metres. In the midget girls’ divi- sion, Donique Mundle led the way with a gold, silver and a bronze. She won gold in the relay, silver in the 100 metres in 12.38 and bronze in the 200 metres in 26.82. Tavia Ander- son, Monique Mundle and Chantel Malcolm each won two medals apiece. Anderson earned silver in the long jump with a leap of 4.81 metres and Malcolm placed third in the event with a jump of 4.70 me- tres. Monique Mundle won silver in the 400 metres in 1:05.28. Jamila Reynolds placed sixth in the triple jump with a leap of 8.81 metres. In the relays, Pine Ridge finished second to Pickering High with 55 points. The Pumas’ midget girls’ 4-x-100- metre relay team of Malcolm, Monique Mundle, Anderson and Donique Mundle cap- tured gold in a provincial best time of 51.42. Pine Ridge’s juniors boys’ 4-x-100-metre relay team also captured gold. Ricardo Wil- liams, Justin Gordon, Neil Bourne and Chris Gordon won the relay in a provincial top-10 time of 46.28. The seniors boys’ and girls’ 4-x-100-metre relay teams each captured silver medals. The boys’ team of Marlon McCleary, Gill, Janoi Wright and Henry placed second in 44.96. The girls’ team of Ken- dra Richards, Ayesha Rumble, Jamila Reynolds and Shona Dunkley won silver in 53.18. The midget boys’ team 4- x-100-metre relay team and the open girls’ 4-x-400-metre team captured bronze med- als. The team of Michael Ashun, Lewis, Newell and Paju placed third in 48.90. 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Establish or assist in establishment of plans of care for clients and assist internal staff in scheduling and coordination of client services. • Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with College of Nurses • Two years supervisory experience of unregulated staff preferred • Understanding of in-home health care issues and familiarity with Long Term Care legislation • Must possess basic computer skills • Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle HOME SUPPORT SUPERVISOR ProHome Health Services Inc. is a leading provider of community nursing and personal home support. We possess state of the art systems coupled with high standards of client care. Our employees are the source of our reputation and vitality. Comprehensive benefi t plans available for eligible staff. 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Team oriented and enthusiastic, you ideally have knowledge of municipal and preferably school board planning and relevant legislation. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. You are invited to submit your resume, including references and salary expectations, by Friday, June 6th, to: Louise Bérubé, Senior Manager, Human Resources Durham Catholic District School Board, 650 Rossland Road West Oshawa, ON L1J 7C4 e-mail: hr@dcdsb.ca fax: 905.576.6414 Please note that a condition of employment with the School Board is the successful completion of a criminal background check. DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Learning and Living in Faith www.dcdsb.ca BUSINESS MANAGER Are you a self-motivated, results oriented individual looking for a growth opportunity in a fast-paced, in- novative family run business?Look no further. The Business Manager is responsible for the lead- ership, planning, organizing and direction of his/her team. 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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,WEDNESDAY EDITION, May 28, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com www.durhamregion.com LOOKING TO WORK this September 08? Train now for a SCHOOL BUS DRIVER Position Great Job for: Stay-at-Home Caregivers and Retirees. Training provided to suitable applicants. For more information please call FIRST STUDENT CANADA formerly LAIDLAW 1-800-263-7987 Need to Hire Summer Help or Temps? Place your ad in our Classifi ed Section on Sunday for $29 + gst You will receive a 1”x1.5” boxed For info., please call a Classifi ed Sales Rep at 905.576.9335 (Oshawa) or 905.683.0707 (Ajax) The hourly rate ($15/hr or less) must be included in your ad. 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Full-time hours available. Dental Assisting experi- ence preferred. Email resume to: dentaljob@live.ca HYGENTIST REQUIRED one, two or four Saturdays per month. Large Pickering office. Call Korol at (905)831-6666 KINESIOLOGIST/ CARDIAC TECH/ MEDICAL TECH, part time, experienced in Holter, Stress Test, EKG for clinic in Whitby. Email: cardio13@bellnet.ca or Fax: 905- 668-8778. LOOKING FOR FULL TIME/PART TIME,assistant/re- ceptionists. Evenings and Satur- days required. Dentrix an asset. Please email resume: drillers@rogers.com BELLA NOTTE RESTAURANT, part/full-time cooks required, ex- perienced for fine dining Italian Restaurant in Whitby. Email re- sumes to guzzomv@hotmail.com or fax 905-444-9553 DADDY O'S GRILL in Pickering seeking waitress/cashier part- time, 3 days/week. Day shifts. Smart Serve required. Call be- fore 3:30pm 905-420-2547. PEPPERBERRIES BISTRO requires experienced Manag- er/Server. Also experienced part-time Sous Chef required. Please fax resume 905-655-6667 or email kbabcock@rogers.com Attention: Kelly. VERY BUSY SUNSET Grill in Whitby is looking for immediate position for waitresses. Come in and apply in person, to 185 Co Consumers Drive, Whitby. (905)665-0030. * PUBLIC * NOTICE Free list of Durham Region distress sales & foreclosures now available to public. 1-800-596-2052 ID #1042 Free recorded message 4054 ROY Herron Rd., Cobourg (Cold Springs) 1600 sq. ft. stone/brick bungalow with walk- out, 3+3 bedrooms, 2+1 bath- rooms and attached 2 car garage plus detached workshop. forsalebyownercanada.com ad #5051 $324,900. 905-342-9878. Government of Canada is offering assistance $20,000.00/person to purchase your first home. Free report available at 1-800-596-2052 ID #1053 Free recorded message NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, May 28, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Requires Sales Representatives With the help of the great people of Durham Region we are now the #1 volume Hyundai in the GTA! If you are a high volume, high CSI sales professional we want YOU. We reward results. For an interview please contact Bob Kirkop, Sales Manager 905-668-5100 or cell 905-439-1566 The Village of Taunton Mills is seeking dedicated, energetic RN applicants to fill the role of Infection Control / Education Nurse / Behavior Management. Qualifications required include current CNO registration, with minimum 2 yrs experience in Long Term Care or related health care profession. The successful applicant must have strong leadership and organizational skills. Interested persons may reply by email to clocatelli@oakwoodretirement.com or forward resume to Cristina Locatelli The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St N Whitby, ON L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 The Village of Taunton Mills Retirement is seeking dedicated, energetic RN applicants to fill the role of Assistant Director of Care. Qualifications required include current CNO registration, with minimum 2 yrs experience in Retirement or related health care profession. The successful applicant must have strong leadership and organizational skills. Interested persons may reply by email to nblack@oakwoodretirement.com or forward resume to Noella Black The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St North Whitby, On L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 GOLDEN GRIDDLE IS EXPANDING! Golden Griddle, Ontario's leading chain of family restaurants has a new opportu- nity in the Howard Johnson's Hotel in Bowmanville, also other prime locations in Durham. We provide assistance in lease negotia- tion, design, construction, marketing, franchisee training and pre and post opening support. For more information: Golden Griddle Franchise Dept. Tel: 416-609-2200 ext. 600 Fax: 416-609-2207 Email: bhood@goldengriddlecorp.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 sales help & agents DISTRESS SALE Bank Foreclosures, Distress Sales & Company Owned Properties Receive a free, computerized printout with Pictures Starting at $250,000 and up 1-800-892-5018 ID# 2042 Free recorded message OPEN HOUSE Saturday May 31, 11-3. Private sale, single family detached, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, Lot 61'x131'. 5 Milne Court, Uxbridge, 647-283-5384 OPEN HOUSE, PICKERING, Saturday/Sunday, May 31/June 1st. 12p-4p. 569 Cattale Court, Pickering. 3 bedroom, beautiful home on quiet culdesac. 905- 831-9144. sales help & agents OPEN HOUSE,Sat. May 31st & Sun. June 1st. 1-4p.m. 5 West- more Street, Courtice. Raised bungalow, 3-bdrms, in-law apt w/walk-out, 175ft lot, c/a, fire- place. $289,900. (905)434-5524 PICKERING, 4-BEDROOM semi detached home. Laminate/ceram- ic throughout, walk-out basement with kitchen (in law suite/rental) C/Air. OPEN HOUSE Sunday June 1st, 1-5pm. See www.HomesByOwner.com/25216 or call (905)839-4642. CONDO $209,900 Pickering, Brock & 401. Ground Floor 1-bdrm+den, 2 baths. 9’ windows, w/o to patio. Rec centre. 905- 987-6926 http://toronto.kijiji.ca/ MADOC: MECHANICS DREAM, 2-bay garage with attached store, Hwy 62&7, zoned for many uses, adjacent 1200sq.ft. Com- pletely renovated home, 5-appli- ances., $219,900, 905-885-6666, 905-885-6664. 2000 SQ. FT. OF professional space available at 375 Bond St. W. Contact Selena (905)576- 5444. CORPORATE COMPANY pro- ducing Canadian documentary feature film seeking finishing funding. Investor/Company profile upon request. Contact Sean (416)902-7105 GOOGLE, YOU Tube Video pro- ductions lucrative partnership in the film industry. Moderate invest- ment. Camera, editing equip- ment. Complete training. Internet access must. Call Rob: 416-736- 3454 $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100% No income, Bad credit OK! The Mortgage Centre 1-800-282-1169 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.4 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986. PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- ers 1 & 2 bedroom NORTH OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Russett. Hard- wood floors, well-maintained 12plex, newly renovated, near bus/shopping. New appliances, cable/heat/water/parking includ- ed. Laundry, No dogs. 905-576- 2982. 1 BEDROOM apartment BOW- MANVILLE, $750inclusive, wash- er/dryer, separate entrance, A&P, Goodlife, 401. non-smoker, no pets. Jason 905-449-6440 available May/June 1-BDRM APT for rent, downtown Whitby, available immediately, $650/mo. Call (905)655-2436. 1-BDRM APT OSHAWA,very quiet, suits 1-person, parking, $650 all inclusive, available now. Leave message (905)434-7012. 1-BEDROOM APT.,includes A/C, parking, utilities, walkout to backyard patio. On bus route, near 401. Available June 1st. Re- quire first/last months rent. (905)240-0101 2 BDRM BASEMENT APT. in Dundas/Garden area. Spacious. $850/month first/last. Utilities, laundry, central air & parking in- cluded. Available immediately. 905-925-3870. OSHAWA, Harmony/Bloor.Very nice & clean 1 bedroom apart- ment in quiet building. $675 plus hydro. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. (905)424-4518 (905)576-2523. 2 BEDROOM APT.Wilson/Olive area. Balcony, parking for 1, coin laundry, fridge/stove. $792-inclu- sive. June 1, No pets. 905-432- 9862 2-BEDROOM APT, $750+ hydro. Available, no dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Mary 905-721- 9817 2-BEDROOM newly renovated in clean, 5-unit adult building, near Oshawa Centre. $790 plus hydro. 905-438-9467. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 A1 BACHELOR APARTMENT- Courtice. Private entrance, fur- nished, main level, own bath & laundry, utilities included, Mature adult, No pets/smoking, $690/mo. (905)436-2683 ADELAIDE/RITSON,3-bedroom upper two floors of a 3-storey house. Renovated, large shared backyard. Coin laundry. $1100/month, all inclusive. Avail. immediately. 905-426-5844. AJAX SALEM/BAYLY.Large 1- bedroom basement. Bright and clean, 4pc bath, shared laundry. $750 includes utilities, parking, A/C. Non-smoking. Suit profes- sional. 905-787-8665 or 416-721- 4425. AJAX,By The Lake, legal 1 bed- room. Separate entrance, park- ing, laundry and cable. Freshly painted, suits 1 person. $750/in- clusive. Available immediately. (905)619-2767. AJAX,WESTNEY/Ravencroft, Beautiful legal 1-bedroom base- ment. Separate entrance, own laundry, internet, cable/dish. $800/month, all inclusive. First/last, no pets/smoking. (416)824-7948 AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1019/mo. Available June 1st 3-bedroom $1125/mo. Plus parking. Available June/July 1st. 905-683- 8571. AJAX-401/WESTNEY.Legal 1- bedroom basement apt., sep. entrance, living/dining area, kitch- en, washroom, parking, cable, util. included. $650/mo. Available immediately. First/last, credit- check. Non-smoker/pets. (905)683-6475. ATTRACTIVE PICKERING Brock/Major Oaks, 2-bdrm bright bsmt apt, separate entrance and laundry, parking, a/c, new carpet/paint, $950/mo utilities included. Call 905-686-5674 leave message. BACHELOR APT available June 1st. 180 Adelaide E/Division St/Oshawa. $500/mo. Separate entrance/laundry. In front of bus stop. Non-smoking. Call 905-903- 2317 after 4pm. BOWMANVILLE 2 BEDROOM condos available immediately From $1050/mo. inclusive. 5 Ap- pliances. Rent to own. Call Jen- nise (905)697-8261 BOWMANVILLE DOWNTOWN spacious 1-bedroom, $690/mo (includes heat), first/last required, parking included, available June 1st/July 1st, (905)987-2017. BOWMANVILLE large two bed- room apt available now. Clean, security entrance bldg. Rent in- cludes appliances utilities & park- ing. Laundry facilities. (905)666- 1074, 905-419-4445 CLEAN 1-BEDROOM apartment, second floor of triplex in Oshawa. Available immediately $725-inclu- sive. Call 905-579-2106. DUNLOP ST. W., Whitby, large 2-bedroom, quiet 6-plex, hard- wood, Thermopane, 2-applianc- es, laundry, parking. No pets. $895/month. (416)759-5321. FREE FURNISHED BACHELOR apt. in the country, with all amenities, very private, in ex- change for part-time housekeep- ing. Non-smoker. Hampton. Call (905)263-2015 GUILDWOOD AREA.One bed- room basement apartment, sep- arate entrance. Close to TTC/ GO, parking, utilities, cable in- cluded. $750. Call 416-282- 0862; 416-294-3108 HARMONY/KING, 2-BEDROOM second floor duplex. Near amenities, freshly painted, new carpets, $850/month includes fridge/stove, heat/hydro, large backyard, 2 parking. Absolutely no pets. Immediate. After 5pm (905)809-8701, (905)263-2939, 905-728-1957 LUXURY CONDO FANTASTIC 2-BEDROOM, 2-bath, Bond/Sim- coe. Large balcony, no pets/smoking. Dark laminate floors, 5-stainless steel applianc- es, granite countertops, parking. $1,050/month, plus utilities. (416)324-1010. NORTH OSHAWA,newly reno- vated 1-bedroom $760 & 2-bed- room $820. Nice units. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 905-435-0703 or 416-902-1174. OSHAWA -1 & 2 bdrm. avail. Located 350 Malaga. June 1 or July 1. $740/mo. & $840/mo. all inclusive. No pets. Please call 905-242-4478 or 905-435-0383. OSHAWA - NEWLY renovated 2 bedroom apartment- top floor of triplex. New kitchen, floors, bath- room, appliances etc. June 01. CAD 875.00/month plus hydro. (905)926-0798 OSHAWA - ONE BEDROOM basement apartment suitable for single person, no pets, non smok- er, cable and laundry included. ($140 value) $595 per mo. Available immediately. (905)579- 4196. OSHAWA 1 bedroom,Athol & Ritson, newly renovated, fridge, stove, laundry, parking, no pets. $580.00 inclusive, Call 905-852- 5783 OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM, $675/month. No pets. 905-626- 5611. OSHAWA 2-BDRM smoke-free adult lifestyle, quiet 5-plex, Wil- son/Adelaide, near all amenities. Suitable for young professional Hardwood, balcony, parking. $877mo. inclusive. Laundry. No dogs. (905)433-4137 OSHAWA NORTH,gorgeous 1- bedroom main floor of SENIOR- LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1000/month, all inclusive, Immediately. (905)723- 7291. OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE, lowrise building. 2-bdrm apt, $790/mo+hydro, available June. Appliances, laundry facilities and 1-parking included. Call 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA,John/Park. Lowrise bldg. 1 & 2-bdrms. Heat, water, 1-parking, on-site laundry includ- ed. Avail. July. Call Toni (905)436-6042 OSHAWA,Newly Renovated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com Intermediate Web Developer, Metroland East Interactive Durham Region's leading, online community publisher, located in Oshawa, Ontario, is seeking to strengthen its team. If you are a driven, competitive and independent person with strong technical and communi- cation skills, we want you! Work close to home. Aggressive compensation available based on experience. This position will assume responsibility for application development, site maintenance and database development, focusing on the durham- region.com network. Tasks will include, but are not limited to: * Time and task management. * Developing applications or extending existing applications based on needs and scope analysis. * Developing back-end databases and SQL calls for applications. * Deploying applications and managing hosted servers. * Executing rigorous testing procedures. * Perform maintenance, development, and bug fixes for applications. * General problem solving and trouble-shooting. Required skills: * Proven expertise of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. * Extensive knowledge of MySQL. * Adobe CS3 web developer suite. * Knowledge of MVC and PHP development environments (e.g., Symfony) a plus. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge of social network applications and OpenSocial. Required experience: At least two years in field beyond college or university. Pleases submit your resume, and portfolio of post-student sites/applications, to Todd Blayone, Director, Interactive (tblayone@durhamregion.com). Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. ADD YOUR COUPON TO OUR YARD SALE KITS We are offering an opportunity for your business to include a coupon in these kits which will be offered free of charge to customers purchasing a yard sale ad. We will be able to distribute your coupon to Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Whitby, Oshawa, Claring- ton, Northumberland and Brighton. For more information please call Classified Dept -- 905-576-9335 bbrowne@durhamregion.com 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. 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Call (905) 683-0707 INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager Uxbridge Times-Journal 16 Bascom St., Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1J3 Will be received until 5p.m. Friday, June 6, 2008. Contract commencing July 1, 2008 or sooner if necessary. Work consists of dropping of papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop locations in Uxbridge and surrounding area. Delivery to be completed within 3 hours after receiving final product. Information packages available at: 16 Bascom St. Ask for Bid #2 Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF DERRICK LLOYD WHITE, DECEASED All claims against the Estate of DER- RICK LLOYD WHITE, late of the City of Pickering, in the Province of Ontario, de- ceased, who died on or about the 3rd day of May, 2003, must be filed with the un- dersigned personal representative on or before June 30th, 2008, thereafter the un- dersigned will distribute the assets of said estate having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated at Pickering, Ontario, this 20th day of May, 2008 RICHARD WHITE 12 Thomas Street West Napanee, ON K7R 2G7 CHILD CARE SPACES AVAILABLE Durham Professional Home Day Care •Family atmosphere •Individual attention •Care close to home •Licensed under Day Nurseries Act Call 905-509-1207 or www.durhamchildcare.org Do You Need A Vehicle? Do You Have Credit Problems All you need is: *Valid Driver License *Insurable *Permanent employment *Self-Employed OK Call the Credit Magicians $200 gas card with purchase Greenwood Leasing & Finance Limited, 30 Harwood Ave. Ajax, On. At 905-427-2085 KEPPEN, Valerie Ruth (nee Deakins) -Passed away peacefully, on Friday, May 16, 2008 in her 66th year at Rouge Valley Hospital in Ajax, Ontario. Loving wife of Adolf through 39 years of marriage. Nurturing mother of Paul, Andrew and Alex. Proud Grandy of Erik and Ethan. Fondly remembered and survived by niece Sandra, dearest friend Liz, sisters-in-law Valentina and Anni, brother- in-law Anatoli and mother-in-law Tatjana. Devoted guardian of her beloved bi- chon frise Rikki (deceased). Valerie will be greatly missed by countless friends and relatives and staff and patients at the Whitby Mental Health Centre (past and present). Visitation will be at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905-428-8488 on Friday May 30th, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be in the Chapel on Saturday, May 31st at 10:30 a.m. followed by an interment at Pine Ridge Memorial Gar- dens in Ajax. If so desired, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca WILES, Walter Burwell 'Tim' - Veteran of WW2 LAC 'R273758'. Longtime Firefighter of Ajax, ON. Forman at IDA Drug Trading in Toronto. On May 26, 2008, in his 84th year. Dad passed away peacefully at home in Sunderland surrounded with love by his family and his beloved wife Lil of 59 years. Loving father of Susan (Jon), Maureen (Bob), Rick (Bonnie), Carol, Kathi, George (Tracey), Cindi, Gary and Dany. Dear brother of Doug (Gladys), Wallace aka Curly (Helen), Joan, Mavis, Lois (Earl), Shirley (Bob) and Marylou (Cam). Loving Poppa of 20 grandchildren and caring great grandfather of 10. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and all his Ajax Firefighter Brothers. Predeceased by Son-in-law Vern, brother Wallace (Curly), brother-in-law Don and grandson Nolan. Friends are invited to call at the THORNE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 98 River Street in Sunderland, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Service from St. Andrews United Church in Sunderland, on Friday, May 30th 2008 at 1:00 pm. Cremation to follow. As a remembrance, donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. CAHILL, Kenneth - It is with much sadness, that we announce the passing of a loving husband, beloved father & cherished grandfather on Friday May 16th 2008. Age 73 years. Ken passed away peacefully at home. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary (nee McCarthy) & his 4 children Terry (Rick Sisk), Joe (Lisa), Kevin (Kim), Linda (Craig Breen). He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Katelyn, Michael, Skye, Jordan, Daniel, Sarah, Erin, Jennifer & Cameron. Ken enjoyed many years of coaching & supporting his children & grandchildren in various community sports. He will be dearly missed by all his family & his many friends. As per Ken's wishes, cremation has already taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held in his honour at a later date. Those wishing to honour Ken's memory may do so by making a donation to a charity of your choice. Arrangements were entrusted to THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, 905-686-5589. Father’s Day Tributes Publishing Sunday, June 15 DEADLINE THURSDAY, JUNE 12 Did You Know.... that if you place your Father’s Day Tribute with a photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website. For further information please call our Classifi ed Sales Representative 905-683-5110 We are looking for business professionals that provide products and services to home based or small businesses to participate in our Home Business Solutions Feature publishing Wednesday June 4, 2008. If you would like to be included please contact Donna at 905-683-5110 ext. 241 bus. services/ personals OSHAWA: LARGE, CLEAN 2-bdrm apt available July 1st. Parking and utilities included. No pets. $825/mo, first/last. Call Rick at (905)767-8418. PICKERING -Whites/401- 2 Bdrm Basement Apt, Kit, Full Bath, Laund, Pking. No Smoking, Avail immed, $900 inclusive. Call Dan 416-574-9522 PICKERING ALTONA/Sheppard. 1-bedroom basement apartment, private entrance, laundry, park- ing, immaculate. Suitable for quiet person, non-smoker, no pets. $850/month. (416)258-9804 PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly large bachelor apt. Fully renovat- ed. Near all amenities plus beach. Laundry, parking, $675-in- clusive. Avail June 1st. 905-509- 2335, Cell 905-903-2335 after 4pm. PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. in well-kept, quiet 3-storey apt building. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-985-6032 or 905-430-7816. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet 2-bedrooms $835. Avail. immediately/June 1st. Laun- dry/parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports are- na/shopping. 1-800-693-2778 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 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA,near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. 1-bedroom, $789, 2-bedroom, $869, first/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. 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 TWO BEDROOM APART- MENTS in modern building, downtown Whitby, fridge, stove, $964 inclusive, plus parking. Move in June & July. Accepting applications for our one and three bedroom units. Call (905) 430- 6511. WALK-OUT BACHELOR APT. Ajax (Westney/Hwy. #2). All amenities. Separate en- trance/laundry room. Parking. Cable. Utilities included. $550. Available immediately. 905-426- 5251, 416-822-6490. 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 SOUTH:Spacious 1&2 bedrooms starting $750- $900/month. Laundry, first/last, mins to GO. Avail. June 1/July. No dogs. Daytime viewings only Mon-Fri, references. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. 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. July 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY,1-bedroom basement apartment. Laundry, parking, walk to downtown and all amenities, quiet area. $675/inclusive. Single male preferred. Available immediately. (905)985-8503 bus. services/ personals WHITBY, BACHELOR and 2 bedrooms from $749 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 or view at comptronica.com WHITBY,Cochrane/Vernon, lrg 1-bdrm basement apt; $650 in- cludes utilities. Avail July 3rd; first/last; laundry and parking available; no pets. For appt call 905-430-0196 WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1-bdrm apt, all hardwood floors, large windows, all utilities included, $800/mo, first/last, references. No pets. Call (905)430-8327. WHITBY,MARY/PINE ST.2- bedroom second floor, 2 -parking, private yard, no dogs, $950/mo inclusive. Avail. July 1st. Call (905)668-7469 WHITBY, SPACIOUS 3-bed- room, upper floor of duplex. Available June 1st, $945/month, plus heat. Call Paul (905)260- 0461. WHITBY-Large quiet 2-bdrm &1- bdrm, 10ft ceilings, huge win- dows, new kitchen, fresh paint, new carpet, bath, fireplace, park- ing, near GO/amenities. No smoking/pets. (416)498-4770, (416)577-8963. BOWMANVILLE SENIOR life- style condo, Wellington St., downtown, high-demand, 2-bed., 1-1/2 baths. underground park- ing, locker. Rent: $1350+ utilities or buy: $235,000. Available June 15th. (905)623-5071 LUXURY WATERFRONT Condo, Whitby. New 1-bdrm, 1-bathroom. Fully upgraded, hardwood, 6 appl, large balcony, ac/heat, stor- age, 2 parking spaces, jacuzzi, pool, sauna, fitness, security, sheltered on lake, access to pri- vate beach, walk to Go. $1295 incl. 905-242-3381 THE BREAKERS Luxury Ajax Condo Short or Long Term, 1 + 1 bdrms, indoor pool, sauna, Gym, Terrace lake view. Garage, no pets. July 1 $1375 + hydro or $1400 inclusive (905) 239-0390 (905) 800-0545 $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN -WHY RENT? $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclu- sive plus utilities. 3-bedroom cen- tral air, private yard, shows beau- tifully. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Cold- well Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sym- patico.ca $695/MONTH $0 DOWN (oac). Why rent when you can own any house from $695/month, zero down up to $2,000 credit. Require family income from $35,000/yr. and good established credit. I'll qualify you on the phone. Why rent; call Bill Roka, Sales Rep Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1- 888-732-1600. wroka@trebnet.com Nobody sells more homes than Remax. 3 BEDROOM APT., private en- trance, 2 parking, 3 Foalkes Drive, Ajax. June 1st. $1000/month, including utilities. 905-426-9378. 3+1 BEDROOM clean, well-kept, non-smoking, desirable Oshawa neighbourhood, big backyard, near bus, schools & hospital. $1500/month plus utilities. Ju- ly/August 1st. Catherine (905)436-3422, (905)431-1453 3-BEDROOM MAIN floor of house, Oshawa, $875/month plus utilities., Available immediately. For more info call (905)263-8129 4+ BEDROOMS,2.5 storey house, detached, Ritson/Athol area, 2-bathrooms, garage, fin- ished basement, 4-appliances, C/A. $1,350/month plus. First/last. Avail. July 1st. (289)240-1258. 4-BDRMS, OSHAWA,brand new home, Harmony/Taunton. Walk- out bsmt to green space. Parking/laundry/garage. Near all amenities. Absolutely no pets/smoking. Available immed. 1-877-687-7253 before 5pm, 416-562-2542 after. ADELAIDE/WILSON. 2 or 3-bed- room mn.flr. bungalow, newly renovated. 4 appliances, gas fire- place, a/c, parking. $1200/month+ Gas. First/last, June 1st. No pets preferred. Mike (289)404-2440 BROOKLIN, EXECUTIVE NEW 4 bedroom with pool. All amenities. $1850+utilities. Call Ryis Proper- ties, 905-727-1102. CENTRAL WHITBY,spotless 3-bedroom semi, 1-1/2 bath, large private backyard, across from a park, available July 15th, $1100/mo +utilities, first/last, no pets, (905)683-6277. OSHAWA TAUNTON/RITSON delightful three bedroom de- tached house, garage, appl., A/C, F/P, fenced yard, avail. July $1350+. Condolyn Mgt. 905-428- 9766 OSHAWA HOUSE beautiful de- tached 3-bdrm bungalow, main floor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1250-inclusive. first/last/references. June 1/15, July 1 905-721-9789, 905-922- 4751 OSHAWA:214/216 Centre St. S., 1-bdrm $750, 2-bdrm $850, & 3-bdrm $1250, all plus hydro. Parking included. Available immediately. First/last. Call 416-284-9659. PICKERING, BROCK/MAJOR Oaks, 3 bedroom house, freshly painted, clean, 5 appliances, a/c, double driveway. Balcony off din- ing room. Front patio. Amenities. Available June 1st. $1300/month. 905-686-6684, 416-712-4059. SPACIOUS, RAVINE LOT,back- split house for rent. Quiet Oshawa neighbourhood. 3+1 bdrms, 2 baths and 4-car parking $1,800 utilities included. Available immediately. 1st/last, references required. Paul 905- 922-4716. TRULLS RD/HWY-2:3-bdrm plus rec room, main washroom plus two 2-piece, completely renovated, looks like new, $1200 plus utilities, available immediate- ly. Call 647-237-1176. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. ATTRACTIVE TOWNHOUSE, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 4 applianc- es, Pickering (Altona/Finch). $1300+. June/July 1st. Cell 416-254-5608. 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 COURTICE Nash/Trulls,Great Location. Spotless 3-bedroom, 1-1/2 bathroom townhouse. Air conditioned, fenced yard, 5-appli- ances,garage. Available from July 1st. $1300/month +utilities. Call(905) 436-7517, email jova@rogers.com PICKERING 3-bedroom 1-1/2 baths end unit townhouse, with balcony. Across from Pickering Town Centre. Very clean. Available May 1st. $1300/mo+ utilities. (905)839-3087. RENT TO BUY Whitby Open Houses, Sunday June 1st, 2-4pm, 10 Bassett #34, town- house and 804 Beech St. W, bun- galow. 416-402-1006. 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, furnished, bus route, TV, Internet, Mature working male preferred. $445/mo. Call 905-239-1732, 416-723-5576. BROCK/TAUNTON.2 storey, 4 bedroom. 2.5 bath. Fireplace, patio, 3 parking, laundry, 5 appli- ances, CAC. Close to amenities. $475-$500 each. 905-626-1914: 416-893-6532 FREE FURNISHED BACHELOR apt. in the country, with all amenities, very private, in ex- change for part-time housekeep- ing. Non-smoker. Hampton. Call (905)263-2015 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT $550/month includes all utilities, private bathroom. Kingston Rd. Pickering. Near all amenities, Im- mediate. Share kitchen. (905)426-2314 leave voice mail. IMMACULATE 1-BDRM in Pick- ering townhouse to share with one other. Utilities, cable/internet, laundry incl. Close to public trans- portation/GO. Ideal for student. $600/mo. First/last. (905)626- 5265 OSHAWA ROOM for rent. Near downtown/O.C. Phone, satellite TV washer/dryer. Shared accom- modations with bath room, living rm, kitchen. $400/mo first/last. Dave 905-433-0160, 905-213- 6398 OSHAWA, ROOM for rent, 614 Mary St., N. $500/month, all in- clusive, with wireless internet. Available now. Call for more de- tails (905)723-9046. ROOM FOR RENT,clean room. Share kitchen/bathroom, $450/month inclusive, includes cable/laundry. Near Oshawa hos- pital. Prefer quiet male, 40+. No pets. Available June 1st. (905)429-7144. SHARE AJAX OR PICKERING House, clean quiet adult occu- pied. Furnished, cable TV, inter- net, house phone, laundry, park- ing. First/last. Smoking outside/no pets. From $400/inclusive, no lease, with private bath, www.sharemyhouse.ca 905-391- 3809. 1-ROOM FOR RENT,shared cable, internet, laundry, AC. Pickering, Whites Rd/Bayly. Smoking ok, (pets negotiable). $500/mo. Close to amenities. Available immediately. Call (905)420-7401. ADELAIDE/HARMONY,Oshawa Executive home, C/A, avail imme- diately. Prefer working female (re- duced rent in exchange for light duties). $450/month, inclusive. Len 859-533-9202 or (905)725- 3494. 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. NORTH WHITBY Shared Town- house. $500/month. Laundry in- cluded. No smoking. Available June 1. Call 905-409-9453. NORTH WHITBY.Live in a Cas- tle. Luxury furnished bedroom. Beautiful jaccuzzi bathroom, TV. room, cable/parking, outdoor hot- tub. Fully furnished. Available now June lst. or later $650/mo. (905)432-6454 OSHAWA 1-bdrm furnished room w/fireplace $600/mth, ALSO furnished room $500/mth, Own fridge. Share washer/dryer, A/C, large deck. Suites profes- sional person. Must see to appre- ciate. June 1st. (905)431-9210. OSHAWA,4 bedroom townhouse to share. Clean, safe, central lo- cation. Laundry facilities, cable and parking. Internet available. $400/$425 plus hydro. Prefer working person. Avail. immediate- ly. (905)429-0038 SIMCOE/BLOOR,room available immediately, prefer single male, $400 per month. Viewing (416) 598-0262. CLEARWATER FLORIDA,3- bedroom fully furnished air condi- tioned manufactured homes. Pool, hot tub, near beaches & major attractions, children wel- come. $400/wk (less than half the price of a cottage) (Gas $1.00/ltr) Photos shown in your home. (905)683-5503. HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS,3- bedroom cottage, fully equipped, barbecue, satellite TV, sand beach, large level lot, pets wel- come, boat launch, good fishing, canoe & paddleboat included. (705)454-8298 2005 35FT MONTANA 5th Wheel, 3-slides w/motorcycle car- rier + GM Diesel Truck. $55,000/both or will sell separate- ly. (705)793-9450 2001 TERRY-LITE 25FT,5th wheel, $10,800, excellent condi- tion, microwave, a/c, am/fm/cd, new awning, trailer accessories, chalks, hitch tripod, etc., propane electric furnace, (705)484-5975. 2005 CARRIAGE - cameo 5th wheel, immaculate 3 slide outs, rear living 2 swivel leather chairs and footstools. Sony t.v. home theater, call (905)571-0051. $39,750 obo. 2005 Hi-Line 32',front kitchen, slide-out, patio door, bay win- dows, rear bdrm, 4-pc bath, awn- ing, deck shed incl. Asking $22,000 Call 705-696-2107 2005 JAYCO 1007 tent trailer ($7,000). Heated Mattresses, 3-Way Fridge, Awning, Screen- room, Jayco RVQ-BBQ, Fur- nace, hot water, sleeps 6-8. For information contact Jamie at kjtrainor@sympatico.ca. 2007 WRANGLER 30foot with tipout, queen size bed, full-piece bathroom, a/c, microwave, awn- ing. Bought June 2007. Must sell, sickness in family. $20,500 o.b.o Call 905-721-8232 or 905-259- 9798 BALSAM LAKE Fenelon Falls Trailers for Sale on Sites, Housekeeping Cottages for rent. Seasonal boat dock rentals. 1-877-887-2550 www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com FOR SALE – Small enclosed utility trailer size 55”x 43”, very light. Good for camping. Price $450. Call 416-281-6641, 9am - 9 pm. Pickering/Scarborough bor- der. SUMMER NOW!Trailer for Sale $25,000. On pristine lake, electric motors only. 2002 33 ft. Mallard on large waterfront site in quiet private park. Large tipout, A/C, propane furnace. Sleeps 9. Full length deck, extensive docking, etc., everything included. Call to View 905-436-1823 or 905-924- 4022 1980 MFG.19 ft. Bowrider boat, reliable 3.8 V-6, outdrive, redone last summer, complete with heavy duty trailer, a well made, solid and stable boat. Asking $4,499. Call (905)259-9846. NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS of the: Pickering Harbour Company Limited To be held on: Wednesday June 25th, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at The Lake House 600 Liverpool Rd. Pickering, ON FOUND: CAT,Fri. evening May 2nd, Rosebank/Finch area. (905)839-2140 LOST - LADIES DIAMOND wed- ding ring. White gold, antique. Lost May 20th in Ajax parking lot of TD plaza on Bayly St. W. Family Heirloom. REWARD 905-434-2197 HOME AWAY FROM HOME, Westney & Rossland. Loving en- riching home environment for your children. Flexible hours and experienced. For more informa- tion please contact Donna 416- 561-7784 HOME DAYCARE AVAILABLE, Ajax. PT/FT for children 6m-6yrs. Daily indoor and out- door activities. Healthy/nutri- tious meals. Individually planned activities. ECE with international experience. Nori- na, 905-683-2749, merry.tots@yahoo.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, May 28, 2008, PAGE 31 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Death NoticesDeath Notices Community notices appear on milestonesdurhamregion.com in enhanced, colour format with guest book. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences, thoughts and prayers online. for more classifieds see page 20 All used vehicles are bi-weekly payments plus taxes. **2003-2004 are financed over 60 months. 2005 are financed over 72 months. 2006-2007 are financed over 84 months. 2008 are financed over 96 months. Terms are 60-72-84-96. Example: $20,000 financed over 84 months equals to 182 bi-weekly payments of $146.11, tax incl., finance rate of 8.39 cost of borrowing $6455.50. OAC. All financed vehicles are $0 cash down. All new vehicles are plus air, freight and gas tax. Stock # P9793, P9801, P9822, P9221, P9224, P9822 are former daily rental buybacks. †Interest rate may vary with credit severity. 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