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Galaski, a member of the Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary board of directors. “We need as much public support as we can get. We’re going to try and continue Joyce’s dream.” Ms. Smith, 79, died of heart failure Mon- day afternoon, leaving more than 300 cats (100 in her home and 200 in the shelter) and 200 other animals behind. The animal lover founded Second Chance in 1996 and has since been mother to injured, sick or abandoned cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ducks, goats, ferrets and many others, turning no animal away. Volunteers, co-workers and friends are saddened by their loss. “She is going to be missed by every- body,” said a tearful volunteer, Daniel Kelly. “She was an awesome lady.” The volunteer handyman also held art fundraisers for Ms. Smith and said his friend naturally attracted animals and cared for them simply “because she felt they were helpless and they needed a sec- ond chance.” Prior to Ms. Smith’s death, she and friends tried everything they could to se- cure the future for the animals. She had been running her sanctuary on land donated by Cherry Downs Golf and Country Club in Pickering since it opened. Although she knew a number of people would run the sanctuary after she died, she felt she needed to own some land in order for that to happen. “I can’t sleep because I worry about what will happen to the animals,” she said in a February interview. “They’d probably all be put down (without owning land). This is my nightmare.” But no one donated any land and since the board has decided to keep the sanctu- ary going, members hope the community will provide donations to feed and medi- cate the animals. “We want to minimize the burden of not having Joyce here,” said board member Fiona Forrest-Airlie. Ms. Smith had been ill for several months and, despite her doctor’s orders, had continued her routine of getting up at 5:45 a.m. each day to feed the cats, medi- cate the ones that needed it and clean their litter boxes. She continued this rou- tine all day until about 1 a.m. when she’d finally take the time to sleep, right up until the end. “She put everybody ahead of herself,” Mr. Kelly said. Ms. Forrest-Airlie, like many others helping at the sanctuary, felt the urge to lend her time after meeting Ms. Smith and being touched by her strong dedication to helping animals. “She’s a magnet for people wanting to help,” Ms. Forrest-Airlie said. Ms. Smith loved animals from the time she was a child. She grew up on 10 acres of land with animal-loving parents. Before acquiring the sanctuary, she cared for ani- Shelter founder leaves her sanctuary News Advertiser file photo Joyce Smith, pictured at the Second Chance Animal Sanctuary in February, died on Monday. Her funeral will be held Friday. ‘I just don’t understand how anybody can hurt something so innocent. It breaks my heart every day.’ -- JOYCE SMITH ✦ See Funeral, Page 4 LIVE M U S I C August 2 6 - 2 8 w i t h Bill Nad e a u durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 I EPUMPPR C WATCHPR C WATCH online this week at • Follow Brad Kelly and Ron Pietroniro as they cover the Beijing Olympics • Athlete profiles / Videos / Photos / Blogs and more 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. Pump Price Watch is sponsored by HIGH LOW Beijing 2008 Durham Region Durham Region and GTA athletesand GTA athletes gtaathletes.com @ newsdurhamregion.com $1.22 $1.20 9 Innovative court program gives teen a second chance Editor’s note: This is the second of two stories on Durham Region’s drug treatment and mental health court By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com J ustin is the first to admit he was on the fast track to nowhere -- except, perhaps, prison. Just 19, he’d already racked up several convictions by last fall when he was busted for drug pos- session during a traffic stop in Os- hawa. The possession beef, com- bined with the fact he was out past his court-imposed curfew, meant he was looking at three months of custody, minimum. But intervention -- by the justice system and a mentor looking to help a kid out -- changed that grim pros- pect. Instead of being locked up in a youth detention facility, Justin (not his real name) is dealing with his drug dependency and looking to a future of productive employment, goals he’s being assisted with as a result of his participation in Durham Region’s unique drug treatment and mental health court program. Established by Ontario Court Jus- tice Kofi Barnes with the participa- tion of police, the Crown attorney’s office and local drug treatment and mental health agencies, the court streams non-violent offenders away from custody and toward treatment in hopes of breaking the cycle of drug dependency and criminal be- haviour. Justin was exposed early to drug abuse and violence. He smoked his first joint at nine, was using mari- juana regularly by 13 and was often in trouble with the law. His marijuana use became what he calls an addiction and stood in the way of school and steady em- ployment. He did hitches in youth custody but invariably resumed his pattern of drug abuse and crime upon being released. But after his latest bust, two things happened: He was streamed into the drug-treatment court by a coun- sellor at Lakeridge Health’s Pine- wood Centre. And he met Mike Lane. Mr. Lane has taken the young man on as an employee, teaching him about landscaping and drive- way sealing and accompanying him to Oshawa’s drug-treatment court. During a recent appearance before Justice Barnes Mr. Lane told the judge about the hard line he’s taken with Justin: “I told the kid, ‘If you show up high I will kick you out of my truck and literally kick the snot out of you.’” Justin said he’s taking the oppor- tunity seriously even though at first it was daunting. “I was kind of scared to go in front of a judge and admit to doing drugs,” he said. But looking at it now he realizes such an admission was an important step in dealing with his drug problem. “It’s an addiction,” he said. “I think I realized it. But I didn’t want to admit it.” Justin’s recogni- tion of his problem and his deter- mination to confront it are essential elements of recovery from drug de- pendency, said Allison Perrie-Ra- doslovich, a senior addiction coun- sellor with the Pinewood Centre. Ms. Perrie-Radoslovich is a member of the team that manages cases in Durham’s drug and mental health court, working with Justice Barnes, law enforcement officials, lawyers and other agencies, including Dur- ham Mental Health Services. “People we see are genuinely tired of the lifestyle and trying to get out of the cycle,” she said. “The goal . . . is to internalize that motivation.” Offenders are required to make regular court ap- pearances and undergo drug testing. They’re also steered toward counselling services as they seek employment, educa- tion and appropriate housing. “Somebody who’s been involved in this lifestyle for 20 years does have a chance for success,” she said. “I’ve seen it.” Justin is a case in point. Getting ready to start a day of work on a hot summer morning recently he mused about taking on more tasks in Mr. Lane’s enterprises. He’s finish- ing high school and saving money. Scoring dope and getting high are no longer priorities. “I see better things,” he said. Mr. Lane said he took a chance on the kid because everybody deserves a break. “I got in trouble when I was younger, too,” said Mr. Lane, 23. “Kids need to be shown trust and respect,” he said. “The only thing I ask of him is that he shows pride in his work and tries to be somebody now that he’ll look back at in six years and be proud of.” Everyone has the potential for re- covery and redemption, Ms. Perrie- Radoslovich insisted. “There’s good in just about ev- erybody. We help them see that and bring it out,” she said. “It’s really nice to empower people who are marginalized in so many ways.” A different kind of life Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Mike Lane of Laneway Contracting is the employer and mentor for Justin (not his real name), who’s working behind him. Justin, a young offender, is enrolled in Durham’s drug treatment court. Part  in a two-part series ‘There’s good in just about everybody. We help them see that and bring it out.’ -- Allison Perrie-Radoslovich 9 New emergency room to open by next spring By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — The associate chief of staff for the Rouge Valley Health System hopes the reopening of the West Durham Birthing Unit will help mend a rift between the Ajax-Pickering hospital and the community. “Hopefully this will help to ease the tension and show the hospital is sin- cere in keeping the birthing unit here,” said Dr. Romas Stas, a former member of the Friends of the Ajax- Pickering hospital, who had to discontinue his member- ship because of his appoint- ment as associate chief of staff. Dr. Stas has heard con- cerns that the birthing unit at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital would close (coinciding with the news that 20 mental health inpatient beds will transfer to the Scarborough cam- pus). After a pipe burst caused a flood a few months ago, the unit was temporar- ily shut down. Although the hospital still delivers babies, deliveries take place in the post-partum department. Insurance covered the cost of the renovations, and the improved unit will reopen in September. The new emergency room will be ready for business as early as next spring, he said. “It’s been a long grind because we actually started the process 10 years ago,” he said. The redevelopment means 70,000 square feet of new space and 70,000 square feet of renovations for areas such as: emer- gency; cardiac diagnostics; diagnostic imaging; labs; ambulance bays; and con- tinuing care. Now that the foundation is built, the rest is going up rather quickly, and all renovations are ex- pected to be finished in Au- gust 2010. “Obviously it’s causing a little bit of chaos but every- one’s coping quite well,” Dr. Stas said. The new space will better serve patients coming to the emergency room, he said, especially since the hospi- tal will get 30 new inpatient beds to help ease patient flow. The ER was originally built for 21,000 patients, but it’s now seeing 45,000 to 50,000 patients per year. The new space will be able to accommodate 60,000. At the moment, people com- ing in with minor injuries (critical injuries are prior- ity) have to wait for hours to be seen due to limited space. But once the new ER is complete, those people will move through much more quickly, helping ease some pressure off staff. The community is invit- ed to the reopening of the birthing unit, which will take place in early Septem- ber. Times are still to come. For construction updates visit www.rougevalley.ca/ rvhsf/construction.html. COUNTDOWN TO CLASS pickeringtowncentre.com Monday, August 2 5 t h Showtimes: 11a m & 2 p m at Centre Cour t PLAY-DOH and PLAYSKOOL are trademarks of Hasbro used with permission. ©2008 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. Spectra: ©2008 Spectra Animation Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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Expires 8/31/08. No cash value. AJAX • 155 Kingston Rd East • To Go 905-426-6440 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Hospital construction in full operation Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Dr. Romas Stas, assistant chief of staff at the Ajax-Pickering Hospital, stands in front of the con- struction at the hospital. durhamregion.comP PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 Mentor program helps Durham educator see things differently By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A Pickering principal went to the Dominican Republic to mentor teachers and ended up learning a lot about life. As one of six educators on the teacher- mentor team which visited the Dominican from July 20 to July 27, Brian Head is bring- ing a new perspective with him to Pickering’s Valley Farm Public School this September. Although he still has much reflecting to do about the trip, he’ll try to convey two things through the slides and pictures he’ll present: how blessed we are, and those who have can do more for those who don’t. “It was exceptional,” Mr. Head said of the trip. “I look forward to going back.” Mr. Head and other members of the Teacher Mentors Abroad trip worked with 13 Dominican Republic educators who hosted workshops for about 120 local teachers on topics including classroom management, teacher motivation, graphic organization, math, and visuals in the classrooms. The workshops were held inside the school, which he describes as “rustic” – just four concrete walls and classrooms a third the size of ours. “For what they didn’t have, they have in heart and desire to be great educators,” Mr. Head said. Although he’s been to Cuba before, he stayed on a resort. This is the first time he’s been to a country and actually lived amongst the people. “That was an eye opener,” he said. People didn’t have lots of possessions, but were happy, despite daily blackouts and houses surrounded by metal and concrete fences to keep others off their properties. While there, he looked out the window and saw a young girl squatting in the dirt to brush her teeth with water from an outdoor pipe. He found himself wondering why a government wouldn’t put more emphasis on education. It’s nice to be able to open the front door and walk out without having to worry about squatters setting up in the backyard or mak- ing sure padlocks are in place. “I love the fact I can turn on the tap and brush my teeth without worrying about get- ting a parasite,” Mr. Head said. At home, he’s already telling his kids not to complain – go to the Dominican and then they’ll be grateful. “I think people need that experience,” he said. Everyone also has a way of making money, be it through a sandwich shop, scrap dealing, or small stores set up on the side of the road. Everything there was done by hand. Re- pairs to the school’s roof were made using concrete mixed and brought up by rope in five gallon pails. “They just work, that’s just how life is,” he said. Instead of sending homework with kids vacationing to places such as Mexico, he’s told parents to take them off the resort and get them to write about the experience. Now he has seen such things for himself and received the understanding he wanted his students to get. “I understand from the people there the profound generosity of spirit,” Mr. Head said. He plans on returning to the country through the program during March break or next summer. mals out of her own home. “I just don’t understand how anybody can hurt something so innocent,” she said in February, referring to the numerous cases of animal abandonment she’s seen in her years at Second Chance. “It breaks my heart every day.” If interested in taking an animal home, donating or helping out in any way, visit www.second-chance.ws or call 905-839- 2575, ext. 150, an emergency number at lawyer Michael Head’s office. The shelter is located at 2060 Conces- sion Rd. 7 in Pickering. An emergency meeting will be held Wednesday night at 7 p.m. at Al Dente restaurant in Pickering (1305 Pickering Pkwy.) for anyone inter- ested in helping. Ms. Smith leaves behind a son and daughter. Her funeral is at 1 p.m. on Fri- day, Aug. 22 at McEachnie Funeral Home in Ajax (28 Old Kingston Rd., west of Church Street) with visitation at 11 a.m. the same day. Second Chance is accept- ing donations in lieu of flowers. Principal gains new perspective Submitted photo Pickering principal Brian Head meets with Elle O’Dees who runs a private school in the Dominican Republic. Mr. Head recently spent one week in the country through a teacher- mentor abroad program. ✦ Funeral from page 1 Funeral service Friday for Joyce Smith By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Rock and roll is helping the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) spread the word about provincial under- funding. On Aug. 20, CUPE is trying a softer approach to gather- ing support for its causes with a free April Wine con- cert at the Ajax Community Centre park at 7 p.m. On Tuesday, the day before the concert, sev- eral CUPE members held a media event at the Ajax Community Centre to dis- cuss some of its provincial concerns and the impor- tance of public services. “CUPE is there when your first child’s born in the hos- pital,” said Sid Ryan, CUPE’s Ontario president. From birth, to school and, in some cases, even in the graveyard, CUPE is there. And the best way to deliv- er community services is to keep them funded through public dollars, he said, not through private-public part- nerships. “We’re saying to the pub- lic get behind your public services,” Mr. Ryan said. The concert is a new, softer way of delivering that message. Durham is the most un- derfunded region per capita for health care in the Greater Toronto Area by about $300 million, he said. Education is also being short changed, he added. “The cuts to education are affecting my members in several ways and they’re af- fecting our children in major ways,” said Marion Moore, chairwoman for CUPE Local 218, educational assistants bargaining unit. Education- al assistants are doing more general supervision to ad- dress downloading, which equals less time with kids, Ms. Moore said. The work- ers see what needs doing and how they can help the children, but aren’t being allowed to do their job, she said. Shuttle buses for the concert will operate from the Village Arena, 100 Church St. N., and from Lakeside Public School, 4 Parkes Dr., at 6:30 and 7 p.m., returning at 10:30 p.m. SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE pickeringtowncentre.com Inpartnership with the United Way! Make a cash donation or school supply donation at Centre Court from Help support a student in your community. Special thanks to our supporting merchants: Monday, August 25th to Sunday, August 31st WE’VE GOT YOUR SIZE Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING Removable insole for orthotics Cool and Light Treat your feet to an incomparable feeling of freedom and freshness. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com Union brings music and message to community centre 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 Youth on the right track To the editor: Kudos to Anthony Boland for his cam- paign to wipe out the use of plastic water bottles! It is something I have raged against for quite some time now. I have always carried a reusable water bottle and, when travelling, detest having to buy a bottle of water when tap water is not available. While we are at it, let’s get rid of plastic pop bottles as well. J. Beverly Ewen High School Geography Specialist Teacher (retired) Ajax Durham Transit provides wonderful specialized service To the editor: I have lived in Ajax for 26 years now and in the past year I have had a major life change. You see I have DDD (Degenera- tive Disc Disease). I have lost my ability to work, drive a car, do my own house work, well, I think you get the picture. Each day I live with severe chronic pain. I never know how bad it will be. It seems to be like a roll of the dice each day. Durham Region Transit Specialized Ser- vices (DRTSS) has given me back my inde- pendence and they do so much more than that. When you live with DDD it is not always easy for people to see your disability. Your appearance can look quite normal but your pain can be so crippling. The ability to walk, sit, stand or even sleep at times is impossible, The staff at the DRTSS are wonder- ful. They do so much more then provide transportation for the disabled residents of Durham Region. As I sit and watch when I am riding, I have noticed they are always so kind and friendly to each person. I have never seen such great customer service. They have to deal with so much more. Yet rain, snow or shine you are greeted with a smile; they get to know your name. They make you feel important and that you mat- ter. I think it is important to take notice when great things are being done. I just want to say, thank you DRTSS for providing this great service, but more importantly thanks to the wonderful staff. Liz Newman Ajax Audley south route ‘an essential service’ To the editor: As a Lakeside resident and a city of Ajax taxpayer, I’m ashamed of the residents who want the bus removed. The NIMBY atti- tude portrayed is a disgrace! The Hoile drive loop is a main street and is also the access to our very public water- front park. By living there noise is going to be a fact of life. Whether there is a bus or not! Public transportation is a necessity in every urban city. To get rid of such an essential service would be foolish and irre- sponsible for the DRT executive commit- tee. The 222 Audley south route not only pro- vides service to residents in the neighbour- hood but also to all other Ajax residents that want easy access to our waterfront. As a DRT user who now has a license and a car. I choose to on occasion take the DRT. It’s environmentally friendly and I don’t end up with a headache trying to find park- ing at the GO Station. Tania Magdalena Baldwin Ajax See story on page 8 Better ways to deal with crime than capital punishment To the editor: Re: Let’s bring back capital punishment, Donna Smith letter, Aug. 13. Donna Smith, with all due respect, needs to research her position more thoroughly. Capital punishment does not lower crime rates and is an irreversible punishment already abolished in much of the world. DNA testing does provide a higher level of accuracy in convictions, but poor legal counsel or human error in the forensic lab can, and still does, result in false conclu- sions. The death penalty has no place in civilized society and our attention instead should be focused on stronger rehabilita- tion programs and lowering rates of recidi- vism. Alejandro Salas Oshawa 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 ◆ August 20, 2008P Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com This Week Are you satisfied with Canada’s performance at the Olympics? Very satisfied We’re going OK We should be better Money usually makes the Olympic medals go round I t took a while -- actually a full week -- but as weekend No. 2 hit in Beijing Canadian athletes finally found the podium. After a national week of angst and hand- wringing, our women wrestlers, male and female rowers, equestrians, a trampolinist, and other athletes captured a total of two golds, six silvers and five bronzes going into competition Wednesday. But is it that good enough? Our results offer us a chance to talk about what we should be realistic about at the Olympics. Is it fair to expect our best athletes to beat others who are surefire bets for gold? For every swimming sensation like American Michael Phelps or track star like Jamaican Usain Bolt, there are many more who are happy to push their physical limits and make it to the Olympics. The Canadians who made it to the Olym- pics reached the standards necessary to compete in Beijing. They’ve made tremen- dous sacrifices and done everything they possibly can to be the best they can be. They deserve our respect and admiration. Other than pure natural talent, what usu- ally separates the medal winners from the rest of the field is financial support. If it is our goal to produce more medal- lists, it will be necessary to fund our best at the same levels as elite athletes in other countries. While it wouldn’t be fair to compare ourselves to perennial powerhouses like China and the United States, a country like Australia offers a reasonable measuring stick. With a population about two-thirds the size of Canada’s, the Aussies take their sports seriously. They spend about $250 million on their athletes, far more than the $160 million we devote to ours. And the results show it. Going into Tuesday’s events, Australia was fourth in the medals with 33, including 11 gold. Canada was 17th, with nine medals and just two gold. If we want to be up there where we should and could be given our wealth, resources and position in the world eco- nomically, we will need to spend more. It requires a push to build the best training facilities and hire the world’s best coaches. If we want to get in the medal mix on a consistent basis we ought to debate how much we’ll collectively cough up as we pre- pare to host the Olympics in Vancouver in 18 months. Last Week What’s been your favourite Olympic sport to watch so far? • Swimming - 29 % • Gymnastics - 19 % • Diving - 7 % • Soccer - 12 % • Beach volleyball - 14 % • Something else - 20 % Votes: 136 By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Oshawa resident Allan Bass has been fishing the Great Lakes and the rivers that flow into them for 45 years and he’s noticed some changes. “The lakes are much clearer now than they ever were,” he said. The clarity, which many residents along the lakes initially welcomed, is a sign of big trouble in the lakes because its caused by the proliferation of zebra and quagga mussels, invasive species from Easter Europe brought in ships’ ballast water in the late 1980s. The mussels have irrevocably changed the waters. “If you look at a lake like Lake Erie, 90 per cent of the mussels are quagga mussels,” said John Cooper of the Lake Erie management unit for the Ministry of Natural Resources, And they’re not alone. The lakes are averaging a new invasive species every eight months, he said. Since 1959, when the St. Lawrence seaway opened, more than two- thirds of the 84 invasive species in the lakes have been introduced via shipping. They include the super tiny, such as viral hemorrhagic septicemia, which is an infectious fish disease that causes fish to hemorrhage from their organs, skin and muscles, to several species of waterfleas that feast on zooplankton to fish such as the Eurasian ruffe. In all the lakes except Superior, the state of the lakes is deteriorating due to invasive species. “Because they don’t have the natural predators here, they start to multiply like mad and they push out the native species,” said John Jackson, program director for Great Lakes United, a coalition of citizen’s groups in Canada and the U.S. working to protect the lakes. But the issue of invaders is not a new issue. The opening of canals between the lakes and the St. Lawrence in the earlier part of the century allowed sea lamprey to infiltrate the lakes, decimating fish populations, including the lake trout. A parasite, sea lamprey latch on to fish such as trout and suck nutrients out them, leaving their victims to die of blood loss or infection. Coupled with over fishing, the trout virtually disappeared from the Great Lakes, except for isolated pockets in Georgian Bay in Lake Ontario and Lake Superior. But programs to control the lamprey population, including using lampricide in the rivers where the parasite spawns, have led to some recovery. “We have a program in Lake Erie trying to re-establish lake trout as well. It’s showing slow signs or recovery and we seem to be getting better results in Lake Huron and Lake Superior,” said Mr. Cooper. As well, the Ministry of Natural Resources in Ontario and its American counterparts now stock non-native sport fish such as rainbow trout and chinook salmon. In some of the lakes, such as Lake Huron, stocking rates are decreasing as the fish are starting to reproduce naturally. In fact, the state of salmon and trout is improving at least slightly in all of the lakes except Lake Ontario, which remains unchanged and has the second highest stocking rate after Lake Michigan. But the biggest stress on the lakes’ eco-system from invaders isn’t at the top of the food chain, but at the bottom. The spread of the mussels is linked to the decline in preyfish, which are eaten by predators like trout and salmon. In every lake except Lake Superior, the state of preyfish is deteriorating. “They’re filtering the food they need out of the water, microscopic food items fish depend on,” said Mr. Cooper. This is because the mussels are out competing native organisms such as a tiny shrimp-like organism called Diporeia. At the bottom of a healthy lake, Diporeia make up as much as 70 per cent of the living biomass, but as it stands, the abundance of Diporeia is considered poor and deteriorating in all the lakes except Superior. When the organism is replaced with hard-shelled indigestible mussels, the preyfish are left with nothing to eat. And not only are preyfish, such as the sculpin, losing their food source, they face fierce competition from another invasive species, the round goby. Brought in via ballast water in 1990, the goby has a voracious appetite for fish eggs, including those of lake trout. But there are signs the goby is integrating into the local food web. “Quite a few native fish and bird species like to eat gobys,” said Mr. Cooper, citing smallmouth bass as an example. The goby is also one of the few animals to feed on zebra and quagga mussels. The problem is that since the mussels act as filters, they tend to accumulate toxins which then get worked back up the food chain via the goby. Not only is the presence of invaders an ecological nightmare, it’s an economic one as well. Preliminary results from a study by two American researchers show invasive species are responsible for $200 million in annual economic losses each year. The scientists used American data, but they say it likely applies to Canada as well. By far the biggest chunk of losses, $123 million, comes from losses in the sport fishing industry. Depending on the lake, the researchers estimated participation in sport fishing was 11 to 35 per cent less than it would have been without invasive species in the water. Another $2 million per year is lost from the commercial fishery in the lakes. As well, some scientists are theorizing that the mussels are responsible for the explosion of algae along some shorelines, including in the GTA. “We believe they are somehow improving the supply of phosphorus to the algae,” said University of Waterloo biologist Ralph Smith, who is looking at the problem. Dr. Smith’s work is funded by the Town of Ajax, the Region of Durham, Ontario Power Generation and government research grants. The algae is costing both the Region and OPG money when it clogs water intakes from the lakes to water treatment plants and nuclear power plants. OPG wouldn’t put a price tag on it, but a representative said on some occasions reactors at the Pickering power plant have had to be shut down until the intakes were unclogged. Meanwhile, other invasive species such as the Asian carp are literally knocking at the door. Released into the Mississippi river during flooding, the fish have made their way up to Chicago and are being kept out of the Great Lakes by an electric fence. “The Asian carp in particular are the invasive species on the horizon that we don’t want in the great lakes,” said Mr. Cooper. But can they be kept out? “I think we can. We’re just going to have be vigilant,” he said. Part 3 of the series on the lakes will look at how the clean up of the lakes is going. The chart at the bottom is based on preliminary research on costs to the Great Lakes regions by researchers David Lodge and David Finnoff. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com THE INVASION OF THE GREAT LAKES LAKE SUPERIOR 13% LAKE MICHIGAN 21% LAKE HURON 23% LAKE ERIE 18% LAKE ONTARIO 33% LAKE SUPERIOR 35% LAKE MICHIGAN 11% LAKE HURON 18% LAKE ERIE 15% LAKE ONTARIO 13% ESTIMATED ANNUAL COMMERCIAL FISHING LOSS ANNUAL LOSS IN DAYS SPENT SPORTFISHING $29.95 plus tax SENIOR SPECIAL AVAILABLE!!! Call ahead for fast service. Eat in or take out. 750 Oklahoma Drive, Pickering 905-831-1222 Malt’n Salt FISH & CHIPS FAMILY PACK SPEC I A L 4 Halibut, large fries Small onion rings, large gravy, large coleslaw Substitute haddock $22.95 plus tax Kingston Rd. Hwy 401 Bayly St. Oklahoma Dr.Whites Rd.durhamregion.comP PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 B us battle divides neighbours By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com AJAX — A bus brouhaha is brewing in a south Ajax community as a group of residents are fighting to get the local bus off their streets while another group is fighting to keep it. At issue is a section of the 222 Audley South route which runs south of Audley Road South and Ash- bury Boulevard into a residential subdivision. The bus travels south along Hoile Drive and then north again on Audley, creating what’s known as the Hoile loop. It runs during morning and afternoon rush hours only. Sandra Cassidy, who lives along the Hoile loop, said there are a number of reason to remove it, including the noise from the bus, pollution from its exhaust and lack of ridership. Ms. Cassidy and a neighbour collected 71 names on a petition asking Durham Region Transit (DRT) to remove the loop from the route. “We understand people need to use the bus, but in a subdivision like this, which is kind of isolated, a lot of people have at least two cars, some have more,” she said. Ms. Cassidy’s husband was the architect who designed the homes in the subdivision for Tribute Communities. Near the Lake Ontario shore, the neighbourhood is an experimental community with narrow streets and short setbacks and was never intended for buses to run down the road, she said. The Cassidys had the noise level in their bedroom measured when the bus passes by and say it exceeds sound limits. “Our houses are sitting right on the sidewalk,” she said. “This also adds to the noise and the pollution because we’re sitting on the sidewalk instead of pushed back.” But Vivian Huang, who also lives along the loop and takes the bus to and from the GO station daily, said she sees the bus as the greener option. She was among a dozen residents who’ve written to DRT ask- ing for the route to be kept. “We’re all trying to be environmentally friendly, greener,” she said. “Gas prices are going up quite se- verely. Why are we taking away this essential service that’s already there?” Ms. Huang expects ridership to grow as the chil- dren in the neighbourhood get older. In terms of moving the stop, the real concern is in the winter when an extra 10 minute walk would be brutal, she said. Moving the stop would also leave some residents outside of DRT’s 400-metre service standard, said Phil Meagher, DRT’s deputy manager. At a spring transit executive committee meeting, DRT staff rec- ommended keeping the loop. The route is performing well in terms of ridership, said Mr. Meagher. Still, the committee asked DRT to collect more information on the number of residents who would be affected by re-routing and the DRT sent out a survey to assess that. But in terms of running buses down residential streets, that’s exactly where they should be, he said. “If you don’t have buses running down residential streets, who are you going to carry? You have to pro- vide the service in the proximity where people live.” As for the noise, the staff report said the buses meet standards and garbage trucks and other large trucks reach similar decibels. The transit executive committee will re-examine the issue on Sept. 3. Photo by Laura Stanley The 222 Audley bus makes stops in a residential area recently. V I D E O S O N L I N E Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 Direct Access 905.420.4660 TTY Access 905.420.1739 cityofpickering.com TENDER FOR SIDELINE #4, ROAD RECONSTRUCTION Tender No. T-16-2008 All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME Aug. 20 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Sept. 2 Planning & Development Committee 7:30 pm Sept. 4 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm Sept. 8 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Sept. 10 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS AFTER HOURS/EMERGENCY LINE City of Pickering 905.683.7575 CLOSED Monday, September 1, 2008 ALL CITY FACILITIES 905.683.7575 Stray Cats A Community Issue Allowing your cat to roam free aff ects not only you, but also your neighbourhood too. Pickering Animal Services has been overwhelmed with calls about stray cats throughout the city. Due to the number of stray cats currently on our streets, Animal Services is unable to collect and care for all of them. For information on stray cats, please visit our website at cityofpickering.com/animals or call 905.683.7575 Adopt us for only $85.00. All cats are adopted with up to date vaccinations, a cat carrier, toys and a collar Farmer’s Market & FREE Open Air Movies Call Pickering Museum Village for further info 905.683.8401 or cityofpickering.com/museum Wednesday’s in August starting at 4:30 pm Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned department for the above before 2:00 pm (local time): Wednesday, September 3, 2008 The work consists of the supply of the required materials, labour, machinery, tools and appliances required for full road reconstruction on Sideline 4 (north of 5th Concession Road) from Station 2+975 to approximately Station 2+100 (875m) in accordance with plans, terms, conditions and specifi cations prepared by D. G. Biddle & Associates Limited and the City of Pickering. The bidder must include with the tender submission a bid deposit of fi ve thousand ($5,000.00) dollars or a bid bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total tendered amount irrevocable for sixty (60) days from date of tender and an original Agreement to Bond form ensuring that 100% performance and 100% labour & materials payment bonds can be supplied. After tender closing for evaluation a bidder will be required to provide a copy of their Health & Safety Policy, current Workplace Injury Summary Report issued by WSIB; current Clearance Certifi cate issued by WSIB; certifi cate of insurance - $5,000,000 Comprehensive Liability including premises and all operations, and a Waste Management Plan. This is not a conclusive listing of requirements - it is solely the bidder’s responsibility to review the tendering document for full requirements. Tendering packages are available upon receipt of a non-refundable payment of $75.00 per set by cash or cheque made payable to the City of Pickering by contacting Supply & Services at 905.420.4616, located on the 2nd Floor of the Pickering Civic Complex. List of bidders will become available on the City’s website - cityofpickering.com (current bid opportunities) Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Corporation of the City of Pickering Corporate Services Department Supply & Services, 2nd Floor One The Esplanade Pickering, ON LlV 6K7 Vera A. Felgemacher, C.P.P., CPPO, CPPB, C.P.M., CMM III Manager, Supply & Services Municipal Operations is responsible for an exceptionally wide range of vital services that ensure a high quality of life and safety throughout Pickering. These responsibilities include the repair and maintenance of roads, curbs, sidewalks, streetlights and storm sewers. It also includes winter control operations, and the maintenance of playgrounds, parks and sports fi elds, boulevard and parkland grass cutting, the maintenance of street trees and managing the City’s municipal fl eet. General inquiries please contact us by phone at 905.420.4660 ext. 5294 or by email: mpe@city.pickering.on.ca. Municipal Operations - An Integrated Service We are here to Serve You After hours: call 905.683.4319, to report dangerous conditions or any other Operations emergency. BE PART OF THE SOLUTION • illegal dumping • vandalism • graffi ti • litter IF YOU SEE A PROBLEM...CALL 1.877.420.4666 report online: cityofpickering.com/eyesonthestreet or email: customercare@city.pickering.on.ca SUMMER SKATEBOARD COMPETITION atDiana,Princess ofWalesPark (behindPickeringRecreationComplex) Thursday, August 21, 4 pm - 8 pm ô #!,,ôô #!,,ô CITYOFPICKERINGCOMTEENCITYOFPICKERINGCOMTEEN Free Photo ID required, get it in advance at the program of your choice (parent signature required) Helmets are mandatory, weather permitting Free event for Pickering Teens ages 13 - 19 BluCore FarmFresh Flicks REGISTER NOW FOR FALL THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 9 Pdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 Teens busted for thefts from cars AJAX — Three teenagers are facing more than 50 charges in connection with a num- ber of thefts from vehicles in an Ajax neigh- bourhood. Durham police made the arrests after receiving calls of vehicle break-ins occur- ring shortly before 5 a.m. Wednesday on Clover Ridge Drive East. Officers didn’t find any suspects upon arriving but did locate a locked vehicle in the parking lot at Kinsmen Park with a number of items. They included a laptop computer and various electronics and a wallet. The cops waited until a male approached the vehicle, then moved in to arrest him. Further investigation led to two more busts, police said. Three 17-year-old boys from Ajax face charges of theft, possession of stolen prop- erty and mischief and police have recovered a number of items they believe were stolen. Anyone who’s experienced a vehicle break-in or a theft recently is advised to call police at 905-579-1520, ext. 2570. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo A work of art AJAX — Camp counsellor Johnny Humphrey gets his face painted as Ali Elhageali watches closely during a Rouge Valley Health System free barbecue at the Ajax Community Centre recently. The event was put on for a chance to learn more about the hospital. FIND YOUR HIDDEN TREASURE pickeringtowncentre.com Tuesday, September 16th ‘til Thursday, September 18th 10am to 6pm Centre Court Appraisals are $15 per item or $25 for 2 items. Space is limited, so call Guest Services at 905-683-7171 to book your appointment today! Visit pickeringtowncentre.com for a full list of items that can be appraised during this event.“CIBC For what matters.” is a TM of CIBC.Who are running for?™ you Connect with Canada today at www.cbcf.org 5k or 1k Walk, Run and Give Generously Janitis Photography Time: 10 a.m. Lakeview Park, Oshawa CHEF TRAINING Largest Trainers of Chefs & Cooks in Ontario! www.liaisoncollegedurham.com Durham Region905-430-0400 IHIH Enroll Now! 6SWWPERH6H)EWXˆ;LMXF]3202= Enroll Now for Sept. 2008!Enroll Now for Sept. 2008! THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com By Jeanne Beneteau jbeneteau@northumberlandnews.com DURHAM — Ontarians across all sectors are steadily embracing and taking action on electricity conservation, says the province’s chief energy conservation officer. Electricity is invisible, which makes con- servation a real challenge, said Peter Love, who has held the top post at the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) Conservation Bureau since 2005. The bureau provides leadership in electricity conservation, demand manage- ment and advancement of a conservation culture across the province. “We expect the lights to go on and the air conditioners and all the pumps to work,” Mr. Love explained. “The August 2003 blackout raised awareness and made us think about the importance of this invisible thing called electricity. More importantly, Ontarians are gradually embracing the belief that they can make a difference.” Earlier this week, the Canadian Energy Ef- ficiency Alliance issued its 2007 report card that ranks the energy efficiency performance of each province, territory and the federal government. Ontario was awarded its first ‘A’ ranking since reporting began in 1999, he said. The 2007 grade is a major achievement and represents huge step in the right direc- tion, considering the province earned a B+ just two years ago and a C- in 2004. Mr. Love compared the province’s electricity conserva- tion progress to a family road trip with kids in tow. The car is barely out of the driveway when the call of ‘Are we there yet?’ starts. “Just as a family car trip, we have a long way to go but we have a good road map to get us there,” said Mr. Love. “Thanks to the actions of Ontario’s electricity consumers, we have achieved the first target of reducing the province’s peak electricity demands by 1,350 megawatts by the end of 2007. Electricity demand is the rate at which electricity is being used at any given time and is expressed in megawatts (MW), explained Mr. Love. A typical two-slice toaster uses about one kilowatt (kW) of electricity (1,000 kW is equal to one MW), he said. Peak de- mand periods vary according to the day and the season, but typically occur between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on summer weekdays from and 7 to 11 a.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. during win- ter weekdays. Ontario is a summer peaking jurisdiction — that is, the province’s highest electricity peak demand occurs on hot sum- mer days, mainly from air conditioning load, he said. By the end of 2007, Ontario’s per-capita electricity consumption was four per cent lower than in 2005, including adjustments for weather and population growth. In 2004, the government set a target to reduce Ontario’s peak demand by five per cent by 2007; with all factors accounted for, report results show electricity consumers met the reduction tar- get. “So we have passed the first peak demand reduction sign post,” Mr. Love said. “The next target is a further 1,350 (MW) reduction in peak demand by 2010.” Did you know Electricity consumption by population (kWh/ capita) • World - 2,516 • Canada - 17,179 • United States - 13,338 • Australia - 11,126 • Japan - 8,076 • France - 7,689 • United Kingdom - 6,206 • China - 1,585 • India - 457 International Energy Agency/Hydro-Quebec, 2006 • Canada and United States - five percent world’s population, consumes 25 per cent of the world’s primary energy supply • Ontario’s 2007 generating output, 156.4 TWh, is one of world’s highest jurisdictions Blackout 2003 fast facts • lights went out on Aug. 14, 2003 at 4:11 p.m. ET • affected 50 million people (10 million in Ontario south of Wawa) spanning 24,086 square kilometres Ontario residents embracing conservation since blackout durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 JKFI<?FLIJ1Dfe[Xp$=i`[Xp10$/#JXkli[Xp10$-#Jle[Xp1('$, J_fgfec`e\7nnn%^fc]Zc\XiXeZ\nXi\_flj\%Zfd Planning your Golf Tournament? 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As part of its WNV monitoring program, the health department has submitted 38 dead birds for testing this summer. The department also tests mosquitoes for the virus and so far there’s been no positive test. Yesterday, officials reported a north Dur- ham horse has died of Eastern Equine En- cephalitis, which is also a mosquito-born disease, similar to WNV. “Even though the temperature has been cooler than normal for this time of year, it’s still important for area residents to remem- ber that mosquitoes remain active,” said Laura Freeland, manager of environmental health for the health department. “As a result, we encourage everyone to continue taking precautions to help reduce the risk of being bitten by mosquitoes.” For more information on WNV or to report sightings of dead crows, blue jays or raptors such as owls and crows, resi- dents should call the Region’s environ- mental help line at 905-723-3818 or 1-888- 777-9613, ext. 2188. Sightings can also be reported online at www.region.durham. on.ca. Oshawa crow positive for West Nile Ontario Hyundai 1505 Dundas St. E. Whitby, 905-668-5100 or 1 (866) 871-6776 Sisley Hyundai 170 Westney Rd. S. Ajax, 1 (866) 452-1614 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com AJAX — Joe Dickson wishes the Summer Company had been around when he was a teenager and starting up his own business. The Ajax-Pickering MPP had to learn from the ground up when he was starting out, but through Ontario’s Summer Company pro- gram, students receive the training and knowledge to operate busi- ness beforehand. “Once you’ve had the opportu- nity to know the nuts and bolts, it makes it a lot easier on that rocky road,” Mr. Dickson said. The course was several weeks long and featured more than 350 candidates this year, including one from Ajax. It’s for students age 15 to 29 and provides practical hands-on train- ing, mentoring, business operat- ing skills, and presentations from professionals, accountants, and corporate leaders. “It really gives Ontario students the opportunity to develop busi- ness skills,” Mr. Dickson said. “Generally speaking, those skills will last the fullness of their life.” Mr. Dickson would have liked more accounting experience be- fore starting Dickson Printing as a teenager, which “has been the lifeblood of our existence and rais- ing our family,” Mr. Dickson said. He’s had other businesses as well, which he’s sold over the years. Through the Summer Company program, students had to create mock businesses, for which they were judged. At the end of the course, candidates were presented with certificates and cash awards. Program participants can quali- fy for provincial grants worth up to $3,000 as well to help them start a business. “Hopefully, it will help create more small businesses that may evolve into larger businesses,” Mr. Dickson said, adding more jobs would be created and taxes col- lected for services. Even if the students’ involve- ment in the Summer Company program doesn’t create big busi- nesses but helps develop a mag- nitude of small businesses with 10 employees or less, that’s good, he said. “Small and medium-sized businesses are the engine of our economy,” said Harinder Takhar, Minister of Small Business and En- trepreneurship in a press release. “The Summer Company program gives our students an early op- portunity to learn first-hand how entrepreneurs become successful and remain competitive.” To get a seat in the course, stu- dents have to submit an applica- tion and usually the number re- ceived is extensive, Mr. Dickson said. 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By Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com QINGDAO -- Chris Cook readily admits there are some things he would have changed in his Olym- pic sailing races. But regrets? He has none. The 33-year-old finished fifth overall in the Finn class, after an eighth place finish in the medal race held at the sailing venue in Qingdao. “Overall the Games has been positive for me,” he said through an e-mail. “Obviously, I would have liked to win a medal here and I think I was very close to it. “There were two races that I would like to have back to do again but that is always the case when you don’t win. I am going to take some time now to decide what I am going to do in the sport for the next four years, that may or may not include anoth- er Olympics. Time will tell.” Britain’s Ben Ainslie won his third straight Olym- pic sailing gold, with Zach Railey of the U.S. in the silver medal position in his Games debut, while Guillaume Florent of France captured the bronze. Ainslie has previous golds from 2004 and 2000, as well as a silver from 1996, and came on strong in the Qingdao medal final, which counts double. For Cook, who first began sailing at the Whitby Yacht Club, but has since moved to Toronto and is based out of the Royal Canadian Yacht Club, he will leave these Olympics with a lot of good memo- ries. But being in a position to capture a medal in the final race tops the list. “Having a chance at a medal going into the medal race. That was my goal all along so it was great to accomplish that,” he said. Having spent much of his life trying to get into a position to represent his country at an Olympic Games, Cook isn’t sure whether a return to Lon- don in 2012 is in the books. One thing that is a certainty is the lifelong friends he has made in the sport and vowed to keep. “I have learned a lot about myself during the past four years. This event was one that has really brought out the best in me as well as many of my friends. “I’ve learned that the friends that I have made through sailing will be friends for life.” Erin McLean muses about the softball semifinals on the eve of the big game. I’ve heard from many different coaches over the years that the second tournament is the most important tournament. You can have a perfect record in pool play and when it comes to the playoff round you can completely choke. My dad’s been joking with me all week that the Canadian softball team is like the New York Giants of last year’s Super Bowl. After some pretty serious loss- es, people aren’t really considering us a fac- tor. They would be wrong. We are a good team and although our statis- tics as of late haven’t shown that to be true, when it comes time to play we are right there with the best of them. So here’s to another upset...to Eli Manning coming through in the clutch one more time...and to Team Canada Softball earning Canada its first team medal at a Summer Olympic Games in more than 30 years. The stats really don’t matter, it’s all about the team, the support and the love of the game. Second Tournament: Most Important Tourna- ment! Game ON! Editor’s note: Canada played Australia in semifinal action last night at midnight (after our press deadline). If Canada wins they were to go on to the bronze medal game at 5 p.m. (5 a.m. local time), other- wise they were eliminated. See gtaath- letes.com for complete details. ERIN MCLEAN’S BEIJING 2008 BLOG durhamregion.typepad.com/erin_mclean/ reedsflorists.com888.733.3356 Worldwide Delivery AJAX 206 Harwood Ave. S. PICKERING Pickering Town Centre OSHAWA Oshawa Centre OSHAWA 12 Simcoe St. S. DREAMS DO COME TRUEDREAMS DO COME TRUE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com metroland durham region media group gtaolympians.com ‘Oh my gosh. What’s the result?’ It felt like forever WHITBY’S PRISCILLA LOPES-SCHLIEP BRIINGS HOME CANADA’S FIRST TRACK AND FIELD MEDAL IN A DECADE By Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregioon.com BEIJING -- The underdog was feeling like the top dog here in Beijing. Priscilla Lopes-Schliep will be bringing Can- ada’s first track and field medal at the Olympic Games since 1996 home to Whitby in the com- ing days, after claiming third in a photo finish in the 100m hurdles at the National Stadium on Tuesday night. In an exciting finish, four of the eight finalists lunged for the finish line at the same time, with second through fifth decided by a photo. Lopes-Schliep and Sally McLellan of Austra- lia hit the wire in 12.64, with McLellan given the nod for silver, while Damu Cherry of the United States and Delloreen Ennis-London of Jamaica were placed fourth and fifth respectively, stop- ping the clock in an identical time of 12.65. The race winner was Dawn Harper of the U.S. in 12.54. Standing on the track looking up at the score- board for the official result made for some agoniz- ing moments for the 25-year-old Lopes-Schliep. “When they said photo finish, I’m looking up and going ‘Oh my gosh. What’s the result? What’s the result?’ Standing there, it felt like forever. ‘I’ve worked so hard, and been the underdog for so long, and everything is coming together and paying off.’ -- Priscilla Lopes-Schliep “When I finally saw my name, and then saw Sally (McLellan) in front of me, we just ran at each other and started screaming because we were the underdogs. Nobody expected anything out of all three of us.” The race took a strange twist at the very end when Lolo Jones, the favourite who ran the sea- son’s fastest time in the world the other night in 12.43, clipped the last hurdle while leading. The break in the momentum of the American allowed the rest of the field to push past. Jones finished seventh. “I had no idea what happened during the race,” said Lopes-Schliep. “It went by so quick, it was like a blur.” The medal was the 13th of the Games for Can- ada, helping surpass the 12 earned four years ago in Athens. Lopes-Schliep was flattered that her bronze was the one to put Canada over the top. “I feel like I’ve jumped out of my body, gone to heaven and back,” she said. “I’m very excited. This is a dream that’s become a reality of mine. “Just to be here and medal for Canada, the first Olympic medal for athletics is such a huge accomplishment. I’m just happy to go home with the bronze medal.” In Athens four years ago she ran a time of 13.08, failing to get out of the preliminary round. The time in between, and the big meets she attended, helped build her confidence. That, and the fact her husband, Bronsen, and coach Anthony McLeary were in attendance, helped keep her calm and focused. Until, of course, the celebration lap that fol- lowed the race, as she passed by the sixth hurdle, where the two have been seated for all three races. “When I ran around the track I was looking around for them and they were just swinging the Canadian flag back and forth. They were just so excited, so happy,” she said of the celebration after the race. That celebration is just the beginning for Lopes-Schliep, who comes from a big family. Her father, John, is one of six, while her mother, Sharon, is one of 10 children in her family. The party has just begun, and the number of those taking part is about to grow significantly on her return. Priscilla waits nervously while the judges analyze the photo-finish tape, then gets bear-hugged by Australia’s Sally McLellan after realizing she has just won a bronze medal. Ron Pietroniro / Metroland There were some tense moments but in the end it was Whitby’s Priscilla Lopes-Schliep who won the bronze in the women’s 100- metre hurdles Tuesday in Beijing. 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Birthdays • Weddings • Baby Showers • House-warmings pickeringtowncentre.com MALL-WIDE GIFT CARDS metroland durham region media group gtaolympians.com By Parvaneh Pessian ppessian@durhamregion.com WHITBY -- The Lopes residence shook with thunderous applause and cheers on Tuesday as Priscilla Lopes-Schliep snagged bronze in the 100m hurdles finals in Beijing. More than 30 family members and friends gath- ered together at the Whitby home in T-shirts dis- playing their champion’s photo. They kept their eyes glued to a large television screen broadcast- ing the Games. It was a slow start but a victorious finish for Ms. Lopes-Schliep as she crossed the line at 12.64 seconds, garnering Canada’s first medal in track- and-field since 1996. ‘So I prayed to God: let her run like the wind and shine in Beijing.’ -- John Lopes Some jumped for joy while others clasped their hands over their mouths in amazement but all eyes were glazed with tears as Ms. Lopes-Schliep ran around the track with the Canadian flag soar- ing above her shoulders. Ms. Lopes-Schliep’s mother, Sharon, wiped away tears and tried to catch her breath as she took in the victory. “I’m so excited, I never expected this,” she said. Ms. Lopes-Schliep’s father, John, said he had some trouble seeing the screen over the jump- ing heads of his family but when he realized his daughter had won the medal, he was over- whelmed. “I was the happiest dad in the world,” he said, adding that Ms. Lopes-Schliep had sent an e-mail to her family and friends before the finals asking them to pray for her. “Priscilla wanted us to pray for quick starts, easy turnovers, a clean race and no injuries,” he said. “She’s a very spiritual person.” When he heard Ms. Lopes-Schliep had made it to the Olympics, Mr. Lopes recalled the words of his daughter’s elementary school principal who once told him she ran like the wind. “So I prayed to God: let her run like the wind and shine in Beijing,” he said. Ms. Lopes-Schliep’s younger brother, Jus- tin, said he had a feeling she would win just by the confidence she exuded when discussing the event. “She’s so determined and she’s worked so hard for this,” he said. Her cousin, Amanda Dasilva, expressed her admiration for the win and said she can’t wait to see Ms. Lopes-Schliep to celebrate with her. “I love running too and I look up to her so much,” she said. In a phone call from Ms. Lopes-Schliep’s coach, Anthony McCleary, the family was told it would be a while until they could hear from her. “Her life has changed right now and everyone wants a piece of her,” he said. When asked what her first words to her daugh- ter would be, Ms. Lopes-Schliep’s mother cut to the chase: “Congratulations, you did it,” she said. “Your dream has come true.” Lopes family watches excitedly from Whitby ‘CONGRATULATIONS, YOU DID IT...YOUR DREAM HAS COME TRUE.” A.J. Groen / Metroland WHITBY -- The family of Priscilla Lopes-Schliep celebrates her bronze medal win in the 100-metre hurdles in Beijing. Ron Pietronrio / Metroland BEIJING -- Bronsen Schliep gives his wife, Priscilla, a congratulatory hug. Ron Pietronrio / Metroland Priscilla Lopes-Schliep takes a victorious run around the track at Beijing’s National Stadium. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com metroland durham region media group gtaolympians.com How our Durham Region & GTA athletes are doing ADAM VAN KOEVERDEN, OAKVILLE KAYAK: K1 1000, K1 500 Advanced directly to Friday’s finals in the men’s K1 1000-metre kayak event by winning his heat. In the K1 500 preliminaries Tuesday he broke his own world record and advances to the semifinal on Thursday. The final is Saturday. STEVE JORENS, AURORA KAYAK: K2 1000 Jorens and Ryan Cuthbert (Carleton Place) fin- ished seventh in his heat in the K2 1000 Monday and moves on to the semifinal Thursday. BRADY REARDON, BURLINGTON KAYAK: K4 1000 Finished fifth in the K4 1000 Monday and advances to Thursday’s semifinal. His teammates are Angus Mortimer (Ottawa), Chris Pellini (Port Credit) and Rhys Hill (Ottawa). ERIC LAMAZE, SCHOMBERG MAC CONE, KING CITY EQUESTRIAN JUMPING Monday was an historic day for Canada when, with teammates Ian Millar (Perth) and Gillian Henselwood (Oxford Mills), Lamaze and Cone who captured silver for Canada in Team Show Jumping. Cone was eliminated from individual competition when his horse was injured. Lamaze, Millar and Henselwood will compete in the indi- vidual jumping final on Friday. KAREN COCKBURN, STOUFFVILLE ROSANNAGH MACLENNAN, KING CITY JASON BURNETT, ETOBICOKE TRAMPOLINE Cockburn took the silver medal Monday in tram- poline and teammate MacLennan finished sev- enth in the final. Burnett made it to Tuesday’s final where he took the bronze medal. CARLINE MUIR, ETOBICOKE 400M Muir was seventh in the semifinal Sunday after coming third in her round of the qualifier Satur- day morning. That finish left her out of the med- als round. OSKAR JOHANNSON, TORONTO SAILING Johannson and his teammate, Kevin Stittle (Brampton), will wrap up seven days of sailing competition in the Tornado class today at Qing- dao Olympic Sailing Centre in Hong Kong. They were in eighth place after Monday’s races. JON BEARE, TORONTO ROWING: LIGHTWEIGHT 4 Beare and his teammates took bronze in the light- weight men’s 4 final A on Sunday. His teammates are Iain Bramwell (Victoria), Mike Lewis (Victoria) and Liam Parsons (Thunder Bay). ANDREW BYRNES, TORONTO ROWING: MEN’S 8 He helped his team win gold in the men’s 8 final A on Sunday. His teammates are Kevin Light, Ben Rutledge, Malcolm Howard, and Kyle Hamil- ton (British Columbia), Dominic Seiterle (Montre- al), Adam Kreek (London) and Brian Price (Bel- leville). ASHLEY BRZOZOWICZ, TORONTO ROWING: WOMEN’S 8 Brzozowicz of Toronto and her teammates fin- ished out of the medals in the women’s 8 final A on Sunday. The boat also includes Jane Rumball (Fredericton, N.B.), Darcy Marquardt (Richmond, B.C.), Buffy Williams (St. Catharines, Ont.), Andreanna Morin (Montreal), Heather Mando- li (Kelowna, B.C.) and Lesley Thompson-Willie (London, Ont.) MARK OLDERSHAW, BURLINGTON CANOE: C1 500 Oldershaw was second in Tuesday’s qualifier in the canoe single 500M and advances to Thurs- day’s semifinal. Start time 3:45 p.m. (3:45 a.m. locally). ISABELLE RAMPLING, BRAMPTON SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING Rampling, with partner Marie-Pier Boudreau Gagnon, were sixth in Sunday’s initial perfor- mance and again on Tuesday. They were on to the final today before our press time. See gtaath- letes.com for the results. ELYSE HOPFNER-HIBBS, TORONTO GYMNASTICS A disappointing 16th Friday in the Women’s Indi- vidual All Around final in artistic gymnastics. ASHLEY HOLZER, TORONTO DRESSAGE Went into Tuesday’s Individual Grand Prix Free- style in 15th spot. She finished in 14th position. OHENEWA AKUFFO, BRAMPTON WRESTLING Lost both of her rounds Sunday and did not advance to the medal rounds. Ron Pietroniro/ Metroland During an Aug. 13 game, Team Canada’s Chris Robinson gets safely back to the bag as China’s first baseman, Yubing Jia, has trouble handling the ball. MEN’S BASEBALL TEAM Uxbridge’s Chris Begg has made two appearances as a pitcher for the Canadian team which, after Mon- day’s play, was 1-4 in preliminary-round play. Begg started off the Olympics with a 10-0 win over China and appeared again Monday in a 1-0 loss to Japan. Tuesday against Netherlands.... The men play again today against Chinese Taipei. Ron Pietroniro / Metroland Great Britain’s Glenn Kirkham tries to protect himself as Canada’s Paul Wettlaufer clears the ball. The two teams tied 1-1 at the Olympic Green Hockey Stadium. MEN’S FIELD HOCKEY The men’s field hockey team, heavily populated with ath- letes from Mississauga and Markham, improved their record to 1-1-3 on Tuesday. 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Dr. Monika Dutt, Dur- ham’s acting medical officer of health, said in order to protect themselves, residents should take the same pre- cautions they would take for WNV. There hasn’t been a case of EEE among horses in Ontario since 2004 and she could not track down any cases among humans. Symptoms for the disease in humans range from a mild flu-like illness to swelling of the brain leading to a coma and death. “The main word is that it’s rare, there’s about five cases in the States per year, so it’s incredibly uncommon,” she said, adding residents shouldn’t be anymore wor- ried about EEE than they are about WNV, The health department de- clined to provide further in- formation on which munici- pality the horse was from. “We’re just leaving it at northern Durham because it doesn’t change any of the public health measures or messages we would put out ... it can be distributed by birds and mosquitoes so it’s relevant to the whole region,” said Dr. Dutt. The Region will continue to monitor mosquitoes and birds through its WNV pro- gram and will test the mos- quitoes for EEE as well. “We’re monitoring mos- quitoes as we always do and we’ll be testing them for this virus, we haven’t had any positives for this virus yet,” said Dr. Dutt. Two crows in Durham, one in Uxbridge and one in Port Perry, have tested positive for WNV. A woman in Markham has tested positive for the disease as well. Horses are a dead end car- rier for EEE, meaning they cannot pass it on to humans or other horses. Kevin Alcock, president of the Uxbridge Horsemen’s As- sociation, said in many cases horses are already vaccinat- ed for the disease, which is up to 90 per cent fatal among them. “If you have had your horse vaccinated for West Nile, chances are your horse has been vaccinated for East- ern Equine Encephalitis as well,” he said. However, not everyone vaccinates all their horses since it costs about $70 per horse. “If you own 10 horses, that’s $700. 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At-home businesses have be- come a hot topic in Pickering after the News Advertiser did a story on 81-year-old John Tennant, who has become the subject of a num- ber of letters to the paper. He will appear in court in September to defend himself against the City possibly shutting down what he considers his “hobby” of repair- ing lawnmowers and bicycles for his neighbours from his garage. He claims the only payment he receives is the odd cup of coffee. Although the zoning bylaw isn’t available online because of its large size, there is a pamphlet available at www.cityofpickering. com with the basics of business licensing. 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Remind them that they should not talk with strangers. Train them to record the description of the stranger, or the vehicle the stranger is in, including its license number. If your kids are old enough (they know and obey the rules of the road) and bike to school, ensure that they have an approved helmet and that they wear it. Anyone under the age of 18 is required by law to wear an approved helmet. Helmets age, and should be replaced about every fi ve years. Check them with your child for chips, cracks, torn straps and missing parts. Adjust the helmets straps so it is tight but comfortable on your child’s head. School bus safety begins before your child gets on the bus. Never let them leave the house too early. Standing on a corner with nothing to do can lead to mischief. Make sure that they stand on the sidewalk well back of the curb or edge of the road as the bus approaches. Impress upon them the need to respect the driver and never to horseplay while on the bus. The driver is managing a large automobile and kids playing in the back should not distract the driver’s attention to the road. Review the procedure if your child misses the bus, what to do, who to tell and who to call. Keep a list of your children’s friends phone numbers with you so that you can quickly call them to determine if he is there or elsewhere. If your child isn’t at school, at a friend’s house, or the local park, call police immediately, the number is 911. A school safety plan starts at home, before the school year begins. It is an attitude that both parent and child must adopt. Take the time, and enjoy the positive dialogue that results. The next Child Safety Seat Check Event will be held on Sunday, August 24th from noon till 4pm at Fraser Ford, 815 King Street West, Oshawa. The event is free. Sergeant Kennaley is an 18-year member of the Durham Regional Police, currently assigned to the Ajax/Pickering police offi ce. If you have any questions or require more information, call the Durham Regional Police at 579-1520 ext. 2568 or E-mail him at 777@drps.ca School SafetySchool Safety ADVERTISING FEATURE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Is love grander the Second Time Around? Husband and wife team up in Herongate Barn Theatre play PICKERING — A trip down memory lane and romance re- kindled is the basis for an English comedy on stage now at Herongate Barn Theatre in Pickering. ‘Second Time Around’, a slap- stick comedy by playwright Derek Benfield, stars Paul Francies and Margaret St. John as Bernard and Marion, a couple who haven’t seen each other since he walked out of their secret love affair more than 20 years ago with no explanation. They meet by accident and get to- gether to talk about old times, and their old flame is rekindled as they talk about their first meeting, in- stant attraction, how they couldn’t keep their hands off each other, their marriages and their children. “It’s a delightful comedy about two people in the later part of life who reconnect with their first true love,” says director Michael Savage. The cast of two “actually play up- wards of six characters each in their transitions,” he adds, explaining the actors do a historical story, and play their younger selves as well. “The transitions are amazing,” he says. Both Francies and St. John, who are married to each other, have ap- peared in many Herongate shows over the past 15 years. “They’re very strong,” notes Sav- age. “They’re very well-known and well-known to us as well.” St. John trained for her theatre career in England at the Birming- ham repertory theatre and in Lon- don’s west end. At Herongate, she’s performed in 40 productions, and was last seen as the mother-in-law in ‘No Sex Please We’re British’. Francies was last seen as Leslie Bromhead in the same play, staged by Herongate in 2007. He says he’s delighted to be back performing with his wife. “Performing in a play with just two actors is an additional chal- lenge but one that has been eased by Michael Savage’s sensitive direc- tion. I love this play and I hope you do, too.” Savage himself began acting as a regular on the CBC series ‘Home Fires’ in 1975. He studied theatre at the American Academy of Dra- matic Arts and the Actor’s Studio in New York, and his career has seen him appear in film, theatre and television. He began to focus pro- fessionally as a writer, director and producer in 1997, and has been ac- tive with Herongate since moving to Whitby in 2002. ‘Second Time Around’ is at Her- ongate Barn Theatre, 2885 Altona Rd., until Sept. 13. For more information or reser- vations, call 905-472-3085 or visit herongate.com. April Wine plays Ajax tonight AJAX — One of Canada’s most beloved and enduring bands, April Wine, appears in Ajax tonight. The group, which traces its roots to Nova Scotia in 1969 and recorded well-known hits through the 70s and 80s, performs in a free concert at the Ajax Community Centre park at 7 p.m. with special guests The Side Project. The concert is sponsored by the Canadian Union of Public Employ- ees. Shuttle buses will operate from the Village Arena, 100 Church St. N., and from Lakeside Public School, 4 Parkes Dr., at 6:30 and 7 p.m., return- ing at 10:30 p.m. April Wine, with frontman and original founding member Myles Goodwyn, recorded 15 studio albums with hits that included ‘You Could Have Been A Lady’, ‘Bad Side Of The Moon’, ‘Weeping Widow’, ‘Lady Run Lady Hide’, and more. CD release party DURHAM — A hometown band, The Champion Heartache, is releasing its new CD Aug. 25 at The Hare and The Hound. The alt-rock/country collective is made up of Matt Holtby, Brendan Lawless, Sean MacLean, Derek Gib- berson, Trish Robb and Craig Toutant. Their self-titled CD was nearly two years in the making, with support from musicians and friends close to them. It was recorded with help from Blind Billy Blasko, core member of another Oshawa band, The Stables. Ajax artist Geordie Lishman, a friend of the band members, sculpted the iron rose that graces the CD’s cover. Meanwhile, band members are working on their own solo works, in- cluding MacLean and Robb. The band is planning another album for the fall. The current CD has been getting play on 102.1 The Edge and Oshawa’s 94.9, The Rock, while the band has played The Horseshoe and NXNE. The Hare and The Hound is lo- cated at 15 Simcoe St. N. in downtown Oshawa. Entertainment in brief AUGUST 20, 2008 S ummer ends with a Slam as Ajacian organizes rock show DURHAM — Local musicians are celebrating the approaching end of summer with a day of music. Johnny B’s hosts the End of Sum- mer Slam on Aug. 29 with a show- case of Durham’s rising stars, co- ordinated by Ajax resident Amanda Cretto of Front Line Agency. “In this business, it’s tough for these acts to get noticed since the Durham rock scene is currently overflowing with bands,” she said. Performing will be: -- If Looks Could Kill, www. myspace.com/iflookscouldkillrock, with a fresh look at rock and pop -- Anderson Council, myspace. com/acouncilband, with classic, contemporary and psychedelic rock -- Blues Underdog, myspace. com/bluesunderdog02, with a blend of funk, hip hop and alterna- tive music. The band has shared the stage with Black Eyed Peas, Ill Scarlett and Bedouin Soundclash -- Kings Assassins, mypsace.com. kingsassassins, three-piece band with a Power pop/punk mix -- Man With Target, myspace. com/manwithtarget, metal, hard- core and southern rock -- Toy Box, myspace.com/toy- boxmusic, have shared stage with Finger Eleven, Thornley, Swollen Member -- Something Worth Saving, myspace.com/somethingworth- savingrock, rock, punk and metal, toured with Billy Talent, Three Days Grace, Rides Again -- Angel Falls, myspace.com/an- gelfallsrock, metal-rock with heavy ballads The show is at Johnny B’s, 75 Consumers Dr., at 8 p.m. for people 19 and over; ID required. 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The series examines the work of specific land- scape design periods at Parkwood and the leading landscape archi- tects who were commissioned by auto baron R.S. McLaughlin. It will take people into hidden nooks and secluded places on the grounds. The programs are offered Thurs- days in August and September and are 45 minutes in length, starting at noon. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lunches. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and advance purchase is encouraged. Parkwood, at 270 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa, was once home to McLaughlin, and his family. For more information, go to www.parkwoodestate.com. Parkwood is ready for its close up with two programs Durham photographer Groen demonstrates how to create dramatic garden vistas and horticultural portraits DURHAM — Two programs will combine Parkwood’s gardens and art this summer. Garden studio classes will see participants creating artwork in- spired by the gardens at Parkwood Estate, a national historic site. From Aug. 19 to Sept. 9, artist and garden enthusiast Ruth Reid will conduct Introduction to Drawing and Painting. The studio fee is $100 for non-members, $90 for Parkwood members, plus GST. The program runs from 7 to 9 p.m. From Aug. 21 to Sept. 4, award-winning photographer and photo- journalist AJ Groen, a Metroland Durham photographer, will explore and demonstrate the creation of dramatic garden vistas and horti- cultural portraits in digital photography. Composition, lighting and camera techniques will be covered as participants capture their own images in the gardens. The cost is $75 for non-members, $67.50 for Parkwood members, plus GST. Pre-registration is required for these programs. Call 905-433- 4311. Parkwood, at 270 Simcoe St. N. in Oshawa , was once home to Canada’s auto baron, R.S. McLaughlin, and his family. For more information, go to www.parkwoodestate.com. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 PAGE 25 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com Beijing 2008 gtaathletes.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 www.toronto.com/annandale Golf Tournaments & Dinner Pkgs. DAILY GREEN FEES $58.00 + tax & grat. including deluxe hot & cold buffet or new york sirloin dinner Weekday $41.00 tax incl. Weekend & Holidays $46.00 tax incl. TWILITE RATES 1/2 PRICE EVERY DAY $5 OFF REGULAR PRICE With this ad. Not valid with any tournaments or any other offer An Olympian leap ahead Pickering resident overcomes nerves to post solid jumps in preliminary round By Brad Kelly bkelly@durhamregion.com BEIJING — Tabia Charles can sit down and enjoy a meal for at least the next couple of days. Unable to get much food down leading up to the start of the women’s long jump at the Beijing Olympics, the Pickering resident booked a spot in Friday’s final after qualifying ninth overall with a top jump of 6.61m in Tues- day morning’s qualifier at the National Stadi- um. “The jitters are still there,” said the 23-year- old shortly after learning she will be among 12 jumpers competing for gold. “This morning I could barely eat, and last night I could barely eat.” The qualifying standard was set at 6.75m, but only a few of the jumpers were able to surpass that distance, among them Brittney Reese of the United States, who recorded the longest jump of the morning at 6.87m. The second standard allows the top-12 per- formances to advance. For Charles, getting to an Olympic final left her searching for the right way to describe the feeling. “The dream was to make it here, so I have surpassed any goal I have set for this year,” she said. “I am just flabbergasted. I just can’t believe it. It feels good.” The fact that she has to wait three days before getting into the pit again is a little out of the norm. At most international events, the finals are held right after the qualifier, she said. But because this is the Olympics, and more than 40 athletes were entered, the qualification round took longer than most. “I would prefer to do it now and get it over with. I’ve never had to wait in between,” said Charles, who also recorded jumps of 6.33m and 6.49m in three at- tempts.” Over the next couple of days, she plans to relax, try to eat, and catch up with all her supporters. She laughed when asked about getting advice, noting that the list offering some is a long one, including her fa- ther, boyfriend, best friends, aunt and brothers. The advice is well-intended. “Anything is possible,” she said of the common theme. “They tell me ‘You are just as good as the rest of them.’” Turns out they are right. Friday’s final is scheduled for 7:20 a.m. Beijing 2008 gtaathletes.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos Tabia Charles soars into the air at Beijing’s National Stadium during the women’s long jump event at the 2008 Olympic Games. The Pickering resident advanced to Friday’s final. Pickering’s Tabia Charles speaks with her coach after her second attempt in the women’s long jump event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Tabia Charles ‘flabbergasted’ to land in long jump finals Two Ajacians join Durham soccer Lords AJAX — Two Ajax soccer play- ers were brought aboard the Durham College Lords women’s soccer team to keep the squad among the best in Ontario college play. Pamela Ogle and Kylie Bracken will suit up for the defending pro- vincial champion Lords this season, which begins on Saturday, Sept. 6 against the Cambrian College Golden Shield. Ogle is a transfer from Cape Breton University, where she was a member of the CIS championship Ca- pers in her first year of play. She played and developed as a strong defender with the Ajax Soccer Club. For the past three seasons, Ogle has also played for the U21 Ajax Inferno team, with her team advancing to Provincial League. Ogle joins the Lords defensive unit which is one of the best in the province, as they did not allow a goal in 12 consecutive games last season. Meanwhile, Bracken is set to be the Lords goalkeeper of the future. She possesses great control in the 18-yard box with her height of 5-foot, 11-inches and also has a fearless ap- proach to goalkeeping challenges. She will provide great backup to fifth- year veteran Ashley Visser, who’s entering her final year. A product from Ajax Soccer Club, Bracken has earned numerous achievements during her soccer and other sports careers. “I am looking forward to working the blend of veterans and new re- cruits, as this combination will renew my vision for a tough, skilful and competitive Durham College women’s soccer team for this fall,” said Dur- ham Lords women’s soccer head coach Vaso Vujanovic on the upcom- ing season. “We have developed a proud, winning tradition at the college and we hope to continue the success this season.” Stars of Pickering fastball set to come out PICKERING — All-star players will be on display as the Pickering Recreational Fastball League holds its fourth annual men’s and women’s all- stars games on Saturday, Aug. 23. The women’s game goes at noon, followed by the men’s contest at 4 p.m. Both games will be played at Dunmoore Park at Whites Road, south of Hwy. 401. Great food will be available for purchase throughout the day. Sports briefs AUGUST 20, 2008 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, August 20, 2008 Rob & Rich Butler are former Major Leaguer’s that have put together an Elite Baseball Program to take you to the next level. This program is designed to raise your athleticism, skill & knowledge inside the game of baseball. You will have the opportunity to showcase your talent at some of the most highly scouted events throughout the United States and Canada. Tryouts are held at Millers Creeks North in Ajax - Behind McLean Community Centre - 95 Magill Dr. Ajax, ON $50 Tryout Fee ELITE TRAVEL BASEBALL TEAM TRYOUTS 2008/2009 SEASON TRYOUTS For more information call 905-426-8825 or visit www.homerunacademy.com Tuesday August 19, 2008 Wednesday August 20, 2008 Tuesday August 26, 2008 Wednesday August 27, 2008 Ages 10 - 15 6:00pm - 8:00pm Ages 16 - 18 8:00pm - 10:00pm 570 Kingston Rd. 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Please call now: SCARBOROUGH LOCATION 11 Grand Marshall Drive Morningside & 401 (TTC Accessible) 416-269-5754 x-110 WHITBY LOCATION 1450 Hopkins Street, Unit 204 Corner of Hopkins & Consumers (Transit Accessible) 905-665-8319 SENTINEL SELF - STORAGE Requires Professional, Mature Couple For Resident Managers 475 Harwood Ave. North, Ajax Duties Include: ●Operate office ● Professional telephone manners ● Exceptional customer service ● Computer ● Janitorial & light maintenance of storage facility Salary+Commission $47K - 53K year Plus 2-bedroom home and transportation allowance Email resumes:dharding@sentinel.ca or Fax to: (204)2248671 Careers General Help Careers General Help Careers General Help ABA/IBI THERAPIST Re- quired. Therapist with relevant diploma/degree required for private ABA Service Provider. Vehicle required for travel. Email resume to aba.therapist@rogers.com ASAP SECURED INC. requires licensed Security Officers. Start today! Vehicle required. Top pay! Long-term assignments. Please call 1-877-923- 2727 or email resume to rgarland@ asapsecured.com CLEANERS:Experienced light and heavy duty Cleaners required. Days and Evenings. Call Bill @1-800-786-7559 after 5p.m. Leave Message. General Help General Help COOK AND wait staff needed for family restau- rant in Pickering. F/T and P/T. Experience is an as- set. (905)509-4421 General Help IROQUOIS PARK Con- cessions requires Super- visors and Line Staff. Please fax resume to: 905- 666-4651. General Help ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good benefits and salary. Please fax resume to (905) 619-2901 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. BLUELINE TAXI Is Re- cruiting Customer - Orient- ed Drivers For Pickering, Ajax & Oshawa. Profes- sional Dispatch, Earn Cash Daily, Training Provided. Please Call: 905-440-2011 Christian Non-Profit Daycare in Pickering is looking Contract P/T and E.C.E. F/T positions Fax resume to Hiring Committee 905-839-8273 DECK BUILDER wanted for GTA, must be carpen- ter with wood deck experi- ence. Must have own truck and tools. $15-20/hr de- pending on experience. Call Steve 905-427-0772. DELIVERY Driver/Ware- house.Valid "G" license and clean driver's abstract required. Responsible for GTA deliveries in company vehicle and general warehouse functions. Must be able to lift up to 75lbs. $11/hr to start. E-mail resume to: rjones@hazmasters.com Director of Care Hellenic Home Scar. 4 yr. 128 bed home jwest@hellenichome.org Fax: 416-850-6789 Cell: 905-626-2536 DRIVERS WANTED with own late model se- dan/minivan. to transport people in the GTA. 4 figure income per week potential. email rd@dnalimited.com EXPERIENCED PRESS- ER needed ASAP, for new dry cleaning plant in Oshawa. Will pay for high quality work. Call (905)404-8597, leave mes- sage, or (416)823-7448. FACTORY WORKERS required for Pickering plant No experience needed Fax to: 416-483-9109 REGISTRATION Officers. $20 hr/ avg. Cash Incen- tives Paid Daily. We Train You! 905 435 0518 Classifi edsLocal Marketplace To Place an Ad Call 905-683-0707 Q Or Toronto line 416-798-7259 Q Email: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Q localmarketplace.ca NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 20, 2008, PAGE 27 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 CAR PROCESSING Outdoor Work, Finch/Markham Road * prepping autos on rail cars to be offloaded. Must be physically fit. * Moving autos around as instructed. Must drive standard. Valid, clean G license abstract (bring when applying), criminal background clearance necessary. Dayshift work, occasional weekend overtime. Apply in person: Global Human Resource Centre 206-185 Brock St. North (Brock & Mary) EXPRESSION OF INTEREST REQUIRED For the services of a contractor for internal 4,000 sq ft office renovation in Oshawa. Work to commence September 08. For further information contact Ana by August 25th, 2008 at the Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre at 905 579 1821 or fax 905 579 1857 Royal Ashburn Golf Club Now Hiring • Building Maintenance Staff (heavy lifting required) • Dining room/Snack bar servers • Line Cooks • Seasonal/Part time, All shifts. Please reply to info@royalashburngolfclub.com or call 905-686-1121 ext.0 INSTALLER Required High speed internet provider 671 Durham Rd 21, Uxbridge (905)852-8896 taina@andrewswireless.net ECE TEACHERS & ASSISTANTS For Ajax/Pickering childcare centre. Send resume by fax (905)831-9347 or email childcare.positions@hotmail.com General Help FRAMER / HELPER need- ed for the Durham Region. Minimum 2 years experi- ence. Own tools & vehicle required. Please call (905)668-8753, leave mes- sage. FULL TIME/PART TIME door-to-door, delivering environmental program for Enbridge Gas at $10-30/hr Whitby/Oshawa area. Call 905-571-1955. GENTRY ROOFING-roof- ing crews needed. Must have your own GST #, WSIB, own vehicle with drivers licence, fall arrest training. Please call 905- 725-1093. HIRING IMMEDIATELY, OPEN POSITIONS Weld- ers, A/Z Drivers, Ware- house, Industrial. APPLY NOW! 905-421-9555 EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS 1099 Kingston Rd. #214, Picker- ing jobs.pickeringon@ expresspros.com INSTRUCTORS needed. Oshawa Fitness & Gym- nastics Centre is hiring qualified instructors for the following programs to start in September: Dance, Fit- ness, Yoga, Pilates. All programs are hosted in a professional dance studio. Interested applicants may submit a resume to: info@starsfitgym.com. JWP COURIER in Whitby has immediate openings for drivers with a car or minivan. Geographical knowledge of GTA is bene- ficial. Call Vali (905)668- 0345 LABOURER FULL & part time, transportation an as- set, w/e required, good for students also mushroom harvesters needed. Green- wood mushroom. Fax re- sume (905) 655-8435 call (905) 655-3373 email: lurdes@windmillfarms.ca LABOURER REQUIRED for Tree Service Must have valid drivers license. Experience preferred. Call (905)725-5415 General Help LANDSCAPE Labourers required. $12-$18/hr. 60 hours per week. Clare- mont. Must have car. John Brouwer Landscaping. Call 905-686-3869 LAWN MAINTENANCE company has openings for experienced maintenance staff. full-time opportunities available. Experience and drivers licence an asset. Call Dave at 416-520-3491 or fax to 416-701-9961 LEAD HANDS & GENER- AL LABORERS, min 3 years experience, inter- lock/natural stone installa- tion for well established North Pickering based landscape company. Must have own transportation. Benefits package available. Call Mon.-Fri. (905)619-6761 or Fax re- sume to 905-619-0788 LOOKING FOR Appren- tice Lineman or Labourer to start immediately. Ex- perience in DZ License, electrical work, road con- struction is an asset but in house training available. Job consists of street light maintenance, bucket trucks, hydro utility work etc. Call ALINEUTILITY.COM 1- 877-777-1229, email: lairn@alineutility.com or fax 705-793-9319. LOOKING FOR person willing to talk to small groups. A car and internet needed. Call Theresa 1-905-723-6290. MacSushi at the Oshawa Centre requires a full time chef. Please call (905)245- 0241 or email to: Kaciylee@hotmail.com MAINTENANCE PERSON required full-time for Oshawa apartment com- plex. Minimum 5 years ex- perience. Call (416)297- 7004 or fax resume 416- 297-9499. Only those cho- sen for an interview will be contacted. General Help MAGICUTS, ONE of Canada's leading chains is opening a new salon in Whitby. Positions: Li- censed Manager and As- sistant Manager plus full and part time stylist. We offer: Hourly commission, benefits, profit sharing, hir- ing bonus, advancement opportunities, training classes, monthly prizes. Join a winning team. Call Sabrina (905)723-7323 MILLWORK HOME Centre Hiring Night and Weekend Super- visors. Apply within. 905-728-6200, ext 229 REGISTERED MASSAGE Therapists and other natu- ral health practitioners needed for new health centre in Whitby. Full or part-time. Send resume to: naturalwellness@live.ca SERVICES CF&R: cherche des représentant pour le service à la clientèle. La candidate préféré possède: De fortes compétences de communi- cation orale et écrite. Parle l'anglais/français couramment. Fiable, possède de bonnes manières téléphoniques. Prière d'envoyer votre cur- riculum vitae par télécopie: (905)426-3895 courriel: jackiep@cfrservices.com SIGN SHOP-requires ex- perienced full-time worker that can run a high res. ink jet printer, laminator and knows Flexipro software. Craig 416-884-9999 TIRED OF McJOBS? $360/week to start, up to $800/week, no commis- sion. Fun work. Full time positions available. Call now, start tomorrow, Mi- chelle 905-668-5544. TODDLER TEACHER must have ECE diploma and minimum 2-years teaching experience in a daycare centre. Start date Sept 2, 2008. Shift 9am-6pm, Brooklin area. Email resumes to: bdnursery@sympatico.ca WORK FROM HOME,Put your PC to work $1,400 part time, $5,000 full time. Apply on line only www.homeoffice4u2.com Salon & Spa Help BUSY NORTH END SA- LON, seeking experienced full time Esthetician and Nail Technician. Saturdays a must. (905)436-9303. JUNIOR RECEPTIONIST, full time position available at Valentino's. Excellent communication skills and phone etiquette and must. E-mail resume to caitlinjob interview@hotmail.com NEW DOWNTOWN spa/salon is looking for es- thetician (part-time leading to full-time), part-time RMT and hairdressing chair ren- tal. Call 905-433-4595, email resume to ae.spa@hotmail.com or bring resume to 65 Albert ROXELLE HAIRSTYLING Seeking Full & Part Time hairstylists for busy Ajax salon. No clientele re- quired. Competitive wages. Flexible hours. Chair ren- tal available. Call 647- 223-1949 SALES CLERK needed for A & T Beauty Supply. Must be lic. Stylist with computer skills. Full-time Tues-Sat (days only). Submit resume in person: 15 Simcoe South, ask for Maria (905)728-7383 We require the following for our Port Perry location •General Technician (s) •Transmission Technician •Diesel Technician •Drive Clean Technician •GM Experience preferred All inquires in confidence to: Paul Moed - Service Manager Gus Brown Pontiac Buick GMC (Port Perry) Ltd. (905)985-8474 or email: pmoed@gusbrown.com MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER - Min. (10) yrs exp. designing steel making products. - Proficient in AutoCAD 2D/3D modeling - Finite Element Analysis software (Algor preferred) FITTER (WELDER) - Min. (5) yrs exp. SMAW, MIG, or TIG PLANT FOREMAN - Min. (10) yrs exp. in Fitting/Welding/Machining QUALITY CONTROL SUPERVISOR - Min. (10) yrs exp. in Fitting/Welding/Machining MILLWRIGHT - Min. (10) yrs exp. Familiar with CWB Welding technology of heavy plate/pipe carbon, stainless, aluminium, copper. Exc.Wages + Benefits. E-mail info@empco.com Fax 905-668-5687 WR CHAPMAN AUTO ELECTRIC LIMITED. 16 Centre Street North, Oshawa, ON L1G 4B3 •Job Title: Experienced Automotive Parts Counterperson. Permanent, full time, days. •Salary:To be negotiated. •Start date: Immediately. •How to apply: In person (with resume) between 9:00am and 5:00pm Monday to Friday to the above address. •By fax: 905-723-3873 (Attention: Wendy Brown) Dynamic, fast-paced Oshawa area custom automated machinery builder is accepting resumes for: •CNC set up machinist for mills or lathes •Manual lathe/mill (general) machinist •EDM wire set up / operator •Welder/fitter for machinery fabrication Competitive wages and benefits. Fax to (905) 434-5795 or email to mfgjobs1@yahoo.ca Architectural wood work shop requires cabinet assemblers/highly skilled cabinet maker with lead hand experience, also junior project coordinator required Fax resume to: JWS Manufacturing Inc. 416-755-5146 or email sblais@jwsmanufacturing.com Skilled & Technical Help Salon & Spa Help SALON CHIC INC. already has an established and highly productive team that operates with a degree of excellence and integrity unheard of in the beauty industry. We partner with team players that are posi- tive, and motivated. We are expanding, and have 1 available position for a special team player who has the same character traits as we have. If this is you, then partner with us in forgoing your future as a professional salon coordi- nator. Please drop off re- sumes to Salon Chic, 100 Westney Road (Ajax Go Station) Skilled & Technical Help AN EXCAVATION and water/sewer company re- quires excavator, dozer operators, dump truck driv- er,pipelayers and foreman. EXPERIENCED ONLY! Fax resumes to 905-985- 0604 or call 905-985-7737. ASP.NET WEB Developer, 1 year ASP.NET experi- ence, $35k - $40K, email resume to jobs@dotcom yourevent.com, ref: Posi- tion #453 BRAKE PRESS Operator Experienced required, for South Oshawa. Please fax resume to (905)668-2436 Skilled & Technical Help AUTO BODY EAST-END SHOP seeking full time Licensed Body Person. Fax resume: 905-428- 8812, or email info@ ultimatecollisioncentre.ca CABLE TECHNICIANS needed. Annual earnings $40,000+ (once fully trained). Drivers abstract, auto insurance & safety boots req'd. Email: hr@in tekcomunications.com CARPENTER insurance restora- tion experience and carpenters helpers. Must have own tools and valid driver's license. (905)686-5854 HEAVY EQUIPMENT op- erator lead hand required with commercial construc- tion experience. Site located in Port Perry, 20 minutes north of Whitby. Must have exp working with catch basins, concrete pipe, footings, parking lots, road beds, landscape grade, laser levels and big O drainage. 5-10 years experience. Contact Steve (905)767-5560 7am-6pm, or email: homebuilders@live.ca OFFICE ASSISTANT Immediate opening for busy C.A. office. Responsibilities include reception and client services, computer processing, client correspondence, assembly of financial statements and tax returns. Proficiency in MicroSoft Office is essen- tial. Bookkeeping knowledge an asset. Forward resume by fax @ 905-579-4624 or email glenn@rmjj.ca TORONTO / GTA AREA Marketing Coordinator ●Receptionist Customer Service ● Admin Assistant Account Manager ● Accountant 1-2 years Experience ●28k-45k General Office Skills & Problem Solving Abilities Call 416-214-1556 or Email: info@mycareerlift.com IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE FOR: •RN with/without ACLS for safe patient transfers and homecare •RPN'S for safe patient transfers and homecare. ***Flexible work schedules (Part-time-Full-time-Elect-To-Work) with a variety of work environments, benefits and mileage allowance. Please respond today to: Diane Moore, Area Director Email: oshawa@bayshore.ca Fax: 905.433.5008/1-877-433-5007 Address: 1 Mary St. N. Unit C, Oshawa, ON, L1G 7W8 *please state 'RÉSUMÉ'in subject line for emails Our Dental Centres are growing again We require 2 experienced F/T dental receptionists and 1 F/T hygiene coordinator. Evenings & weekends are a must. Please fax resume to 905-852-0284 Office Help Skilled & Technical Help DRAFTER/CAD/DESIGN- ER OPERATOR.This indi- vidual will successfully create computer, and oc- casionally pencil generated plans and details from sketches and other docu- ments to prepare shop drawings and fab drawings for various equipment. Will prepare clear, complete, and accurate working plans and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches or notes. sub- contractors will be consid- ered. All candidates are asked to email resumes to careers@pro-bel.ca DRYWALL ESTIMATOR needed immediately. Please fax resume to: 905-372-2374 or email: vlm@bellnet.ca DZ/AZ DRIVER wanted to operate a tri axle dump truck in the Port Perry area. Must have a clean driving record with 2-5 years exp. Heavy equip- ment exp an asset. Email: homebuilders@live.ca or fax 905-982-0609 ESTABLISHED DURHAM Company requires experi- enced Alarm CCTV install- er. Full time, benefits. Lock smithing an asset. Email resume to alarminstaller@live.ca Experienced Duct & Carpet Cleaners must be available to work Sat. and Eve. Must have valid drivers license. Fax resume to 905-686-8321 FULLTIME CREATIVE PRODUCT DEVELOPER with a degree in ME- CHANICAL ENGINEER- ING needed. Fluency in AUTOCAD proficiency in INVENTOR is preferable. Familiarity with manufac- turing. Good communica- tion skills. Resumes to ben@adamsonproaudio.com HEAVY TRUCK & COACH Apprentice mechanic to work in a fast paced gar- age. Applicant must be able to work independent- ly. Please fax resume to: 905-697-9940 or drop off at: Andy's Repair Centre, 40 Port Darlington Rd., Bowmanville. requires a Lube Technician for our busy service department, clean drivers licence a must, call Jimmy Feeney 905-420-9000 METAL ROOFING / CLADDING installers. Ex- perienced only. 905-666- 8594 between 9 & 5. or fax resume 905-666-0145 Office Help Skilled & Technical Help LABORATORY TECH- NOLOGIST - We have a position open for a Junior Laboratory Technician or Technologist. Applicants must have either practical experience working in a control laboratory or a technology diploma from a recognized technical school. The work involves routine testing of petrole- um products and at present is day shift only. Send resumes either by fax to Catherine Martin at 905-372-1658 by email to catherine@chem-ecol.com preferably in plain text or MS Word format or by mail to Chem-Ecol Ltd, PO Box 955, Cobourg, ON K9A 4W4 LANDSCAPE ARCHI- TECTURAL technician required immediately for AJAX consulting/design firm. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Sketchup & MS Office. Email hkortek@sympatico.ca PROJECT MANAGER. Pro-Bel seeks a dynamic project manager to join our winning team, where you will have a chance to inno- vate, grow, manage, and administer wide range of construction documents and delivery of new win- dow washing equipment for various facilities and or alterations/modifications to existing facilities. This po- sition includes liaisons with clients to prepare shop drawings, on-site coordina- tions, quality control, coor- dinate installations, and all aspects of project manage- ment. Candidates are asked to send resumes to careers@pro-bel.ca STEEL STUD T-Bar, Dry- waller and Heavy & Light gauge required. Must have 10+years. Long hours *af- ter* 6p.m. No Rookies. (905)721-0498 TRAILER OR TRUCK Me- chanic needed for Scarbo- rough/Durham Region area. Must have valid driv- er's licence. Dayshift, good wages & benefits. Call Bryce 905-728-2346 or 416-297-1712. WELDING SHOP looking for Fitter Welder Estimator Coordinator. Driver's license required. Fax resume to 905-420-6586. Office Help BOOKKEEPER PART- TIME,A/P, A/R, Monthly tax remit. General office duties and reception. MYOB experience or simi- lar would be preferred. Small east end Scarbo- rough company. Very flexible. E-mail resumes to: Lesley@astra trade.com CLERICAL ASSISTANT for busy insurance office. Learn insurance basics and collaborate with expe- rienced brokers. If you are organized, energetic and looking for a career rather than a job, contact us! Email brose@fcainsu- rance.com or fax to 416- 486-7035 ATTN: B Rose. TOSCA BANQUET HALL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE Recruiting for the following positions: ● Bartenders ● Servers ● Dishwashers ● Cooks Apply in person to Allison: 800 Champlain Ave, Oshawa or fax (905)404-8382,or email info@toscabanquethall.com Ontario Certified Teachers P/T & F/T required teaching adults during the day in Durham & Scarborough. Enthusiasm, flexibility, comfortable teaching English & Math at a high school level. ONTARIO TEACHING CERTIFICATE AND COMPUTER SKILLS A MUST. Email: pickering@gradeexpectations.ca Hospital/Medical /Dental Hotel/ Restaurant Teaching Opportunities Office Help COURT REPORTER, Part/Full time, experienced or will train, suite mature college or university grad. Must have reliable car, and be willing to travel to GTA. Email resume to reporterverbatim@aol.com DURHAM BASED small company requires F/T ad- min/Dicta typist. Strong written and spoken Eng- lish. Customer service background. Legal experi- ence preferred, excellent organizational skills. E-mail resume to employment 125@hotmail.com OFFICE ASSISTANT / Re- ceptionist required by Ajax moving company. Part- time, Mon.-Fri. 10a.m. to 2p.m. May lead to Full- time. Must be computer lit- erate and have a pleasant telephone manner. Fax re- sume to: 905-683-1360 Sales Help & Agents GENTRY LIMITED - sales person needed, knowledge of roofing and/or water- proofing. Hardworking, goal-oriented person, with great communication skills, own vehicle. Please fax resume to 905-725-8078. Hospital/Medical /Dental Hotel/ Restaurant Teaching Opportunities Sales Help & Agents WANTED Busy real estate Office requires Licensed Realtors No Cold-Calling All Appointments and Leads Supplied! Make $100,000 + first Yr. Call: 1-888-213-0076 Use ID#2095 (Free Recorded Message) Retail Sales Help FULL-TIME ASSISTANT store manager sought for birding/nature store in Pickering. Should have ex- cellent customer service skills and be able to work independently some week- end work. info at urban- naturestore.com fax: (416)491-1426 Hospital/Medical /Dental CDA II REQUIRED for progressive family and cosmetic dental practice in Oshawa. 35 hours/week. Established team in place. Apply to Box #352, PO.Box 481, Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. DENTAL ASSISTANT needed for a dental office in Pickering. Call 905-420-4808 Hospital/Medical /Dental DENTAL ASSISTANT and Receptionist wanted. Apply with resume to 5 Points Mall Dental Office. No phone calls please. DENTAL HYGIENIST re- quired for Saturdays, to start immediately. Email resume to Michellefa- gan@bellnet.ca F/T ASSISTANT/recep- tionist and P/T Hygienist. Come join our dynamic, growing team! Tracker software knowledge bene- ficial. Please deliver re- sume in person to: Whitby Dental Centre, 1101 Brock St., S., Whitby. FULLTIME DENTAL as- sistant required for office in Pickering. Please email resume to: braces95@hotmail.com PERSONAL SUPPORT worker required for disabled female in Brook- lin. A positive, energetic attitude and willingness to follow directions. Will train. $14/hr, part-time. Vehicle required. 905-655-6478. VILLAGE EAST MEDI- CAL is seeking Echo car- diography Technologist RD'S, VT with ARMS, ex- perience in both 3-D and stress echocardiography. Mammography Technolo- gist MRT (R) and CMRTO certifications. New grads welcome. Immediate full time and part time posi- tions available. Please send your resumes to hr@villageeastmedical.com Hotel/ Restaurant NOW HIRING Experienced Full or Part time Line Cooks, days only. Also Part time Server, days only. Please apply in person with resume: 375 Kingston Rd. Pickering 905-509-7539 Houses for Sale $ 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 A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 20, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from $890 Ask us about AIR MILESÆ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Near shopping, GO & 401, transit at door ● Attractive & spacious apartments ● Utilities included ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Apartments & Flats for Rent Houses for Sale $ GUILDWOOD area 3 bed semi-detached bungalow. Large kitchen and master bdrm. Full privacy-fenced yard. Upgrades within last 9 years include fur- nace/AC/air cleaner/roof/ eaves/windows/main and storm doors. Basement apt. Walk to bluffs, TTC and GO. $279,900 Call Home Life Realty/Broker 416-922-5533 Blythe Sex- smith/SalesRepresentative Apartments/ Condos for Sale COURTICE, PRIVATE SALE, Excellent, sought after ground floor, newly renovated 2 bedroom bun- galow Condo, with walk out to walled patio, Locat- ed in a quiet, secure park like setting of Courtice. Bright open concept layout with engineered hardwood and ceramic floors includ- ing crown molding and 3 sided wood burning fire- place. Dishwasher, Micro- wave, Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer included. Pet friendly complex. Priced at $179.000 or B.O. Cell--416-712-9164 or 705- 657-1028 Industrial/ Commercial Space 15 CAR Auto Compound, Small office. 401/Westney 905-391-6191 LARGE OFFICE,2 Bay Garage Parking, Busy Street, 905-391-6191 Offices & Business Space COMMERCIAL space available, 2-storey house, 1200sqft, and ground floor unit, 800sqft. Prime Sim- coe St. N location. Parking available. Available imme- diately. Call 905-576-5123 for details. Business Opportunities FOR SALE -Seven coffee machines. Four located in Durham Region. Call 905- 697-7978. FOR SALE:P/T Vending Machine business, 7 ma- chines active in Ajax/Pick- ering area, 2 extra ma- chines incl. Moving out of area. Call Jim (905)626- 0941 GRAPHIC DESIGN/ DIGITAL PRINT Centre owner retiring. Financing available. low overhead, no experience necessary. full training and support. 1- 800-645-3006 Apartments & Flats for Rent Business Opportunities QUILT SHOP established for 20 yrs. Fabric, Notions, Sewing Machines, available in Whitby close to 401. Owner motivated to sell quickly. asking $49,000.00. Call 905-430- 0297 416-258-9377 Mortgages, Loans $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINAN- CIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 CENTRAL FUNDING Group, first & second mort- gages to 100%. From 5.4 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinanc- ing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profes- sional service call (905)666-4986. ANY 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages * Below Bank Rates * Refi nance to 100% * Purchase 0% Down POWER OF SALE STOPPED!!! 1-877-568-9255 416-578-0897 www.butlermortgage.ca ASK FOR WILL BUTLER, AMP CREDIT!!! INCOME!!! PRIVATE FUNDS- 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consoli- date bills, low rates. No ap- praisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No ob- ligation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Leaders Apartments & Flats for Rent ! KING/WILSON, OSHAWA Quiet building, near shopping, transporta- tion. Utilities, parking in- cluded. 1 & 2-bedroom apts. $830 & $930/month. available immediately & August/Sept. 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. (2) OSHAWA 3-bedroom $1200 Sept 15th. 2-bed- room $975/inclusive, im- meidaite. 2-levels, upper unit, lots of room. Quiet street, hardwood, separate entrance, big backyard. 416-726-6910. (2)-BDRM Oshawa, large main floor, tri-plex apt bldg. 304 Banff Ave. quiet street, shed, fenced yard, laundry, parking, references, first/last, Sept 1/15. $860- inc. (905)922-5814 Apartments & Flats for Rent 1 & 2 BDRM Available anytime or Sept 1st. Locat- ed 350 Malaga, Oshawa $725/mo & $825/mo. all in- clusive. No pets. Please call 905-242-4478 or 905- 435-0383. 1 BDRM $820/mo inclu- sive.Avail. Sept. 1st 2- bdrm $895/mo inclusive. Avail. Sept 1st. Immacu- late adult lifestyle newer building in decent Oshawa neighbourhood. Prefer quality adult tenants. No dogs. Call 905-448-0390. 1 BDRM basement apt, Pickering. $800/month. Bright & clean. Close to all amenities. No pets/smok- ing. Available Sept. 1st. 416-731-8533 or 416-827- 7247. 1 Bedroom Apartment Salem/Highway 7 area beautiful estate property with pond, view, private deck, avail. immediately, $695/month inclusive, no smoking/pets (905)649-1422 lighthousefamily homes@gmail.com 1 BEDROOM basement apartment BOWMAN- VILLE, $800inclusive, own laundry, washer/dryer, preferred area, separate entrance, totally renovated, close to all amenities, A&P, Goodlife, 401. non- smoker, no pets. Jason 905-449-6440 available immediately. 1 BEDROOM basement walkout apt. Bright, clean, maple floors, gas fireplace. Utilities, cable, internet, parking, incl. Central Park Blvd & Adelaide area. No pets/smoking/laundry. Avail. Sep or Oct.1, $750 incl. First/last 905-409- 0949. 1-BDRM APARTMENT, downtown Bowmanville, new appliances, new bath- room, new carpeting, park- ing included, avail immedi- ately. $750/month plus utilities. Call 1-877-636- 4441 ext 376 or 905-623- 5737. 1-BDRM BASEMENT apt. Separate entrance. Twin beds/walk-in closet. No pets/smoking. Westney N. on Rossland E. No smok- ing/pets. $750/mo. Free in- ternet. Available now! (905)686-0299. 1-BDRM BSMT APT, close Oshawa Centre, sep- arate entrance. Hy- dro, a/c, cable, parking, laundry included. $700/mo, first/last. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. References. (905)436-9337. 2 BEDROOM apartment at Simcoe and Centre South. Clean central Oshawa apartment includ- ing utilities for $800. Park- ing included. Call Anthony 905-925-5696. 2 BEDROOM apartments, 80 William St. W., near downtown Oshawa, all in- clusive, $850. No pets. First/last. 1-(866)-327- 7485. 2-BDRM OSHAWA avail. Oct. 1st, suits working single or couple, EXTREMELY quiet, spotless building, 2 blocks from Lakeview Park, $925/mo/ includes utilities, parking, storage, private patio. Laundry room. No pets/smoking. Bus stop at door. First/last. Call Katie anytime (905)427-2782 ext. 222 leave message 2-BEDROOM apt, walking distance to GM, large backyard, freshly painted, new flooring, great loca- tion, near Go train. shop- ping. Avail Sept. 1st. Dave, (905)903-0597 208 CENTRE ST S,new adult lifestyle building in Oshawa. 2-bdrm including kitchen, living room, stove, dishwasher, fridge, micro- wave, parking, laundry facilities. 905-723-1647 or 905-728-7841. Apartments & Flats for Rent Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking.Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 A WALK TO GO,Tim Hor- ton's, shopping, "water- front" bus at door. Minutes to 401. Brock St./Victoria St. Newer house, 3-bed- room, 2 bathroom, eat-in kitchen, a/c, laundry, no pets/smoking. $1350. 416- 238-4775, 1-888-236-2898 ADULT OCCUPIED small- er building, Oshawa Cen- tre area, quiet clean 2 bed- room, large livingroom & dinette. Includes fridge, stove laundry parking heat. $875. (905)723-0393 AJAX (PHONE NUMBER CORRECTED) - 2 Bed- room, legal, basement apt. for sept. 1st in westney/hwy2 area. Stor- age shed, Washer/Dryer, A/C, Cable. $1050/month. Call (905)686-0343 after 6p.m. AJAX -North, Westney and Sullivan, 2 bedroom basement apartment, Sept. lst. Separate entrance, no smoking/no pets, $850. all inclusive. (905)683-1180 AJAX - SALEM/HWY2 2bdrm basement apt. Sep/entrance. New kitch- en. New Washer/Dryer, A/C, parking. Close to amenities. $850/month, in- cluding cable/Internet. No pets/smoking. Available anytime. Call (905)239- 2862. (647)291-6634 AJAX, LARGE 1-bedroom basement apt., suits single working person, no smok- ing/pets. $850/month. Available Sept. 1st. Call (905)428-9492 AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1019/mo. Available August/Sept 1st 3-bedroom $1125/mo. Plus parking. Available Au- gust/Sept 1st. 905-683- 8571, 905-683-8421 ATTENTION SENIORS/ MATURE ADULTS quiet living everything on one level all new 2-bdrm, fridge/stove, parking, laun- dry, cable. All inclusive. $985. Oshawa 289-240- 4120 AVAILABLE September 1st. gorgeous 2bedroom basement apartment in Courtice, White Cliff es- tates home. Separate walkout entrance w/patio. backs onto forest. 2 bath- rooms, kitchen, livingroom, private laundry, 1parking- spot. $1100/month inclu- sive except phone. perfect for single or senior. no smoking/pets. (905)436- 1387 BAYLY/LIVERPOOL, bachelor, walking distance to lake, parking, laundry, private entrance. Available immediately. No pets/ smoking. References re- quired. (905)839-1916 BOWMANVILLE, 1-bed- room, $650 plus hydro, in- cludes heat. Available im- mediately. Parking, coin laundry. Call Liza (905)623-4302. BRIGHT BACHELOR fur- nished apartment - Cour- tice, main level, private en- trance, a/c, own bath & laundry, on bus route, utilities included, mature adult, many extras, no pets/smoking. $700/mo. tel 905-436-2683 BROCK RD/HWY 2.Bright spacious walk-out 2-bdrm bsmt apt. C/A, 5 applianc- es, utilities & parking incl. Avail. immediately. Call 416-678-6758 OSHAWA - SIMCOE / GIBB,4 spacious one and two bedrooms available Sept. lst. freshly painted, one parking included from $650 to $1,200. No dogs, first /last. ODSP and sen- iors welcomed. (905)924- 6075. Apartments & Flats for Rent Bungalow Apartments, Oshawa. Main floor & lower level apts. in detached hous- es. Completely renovat- ed. New oak kitchens. New bathrooms. Private laundry. Private parking. Rents from 1-bedroom, $825, 2-bedroom $950, 3-bedroom, $1050. No smoking/dogs. (905)404-2500 FARMHOUSE in country setting north of Oshawa. 3-bdrm $1200/mo, utilities included. Barn and out- buildings also available to rent. Call 905-725-9991, 9am-4pm. LARGE 1-BED APT nicely decorated, top floor, quiet house, separate entrance, parking, laundry. All inclu- sive, $695/mo. First/last, no pets/smoking. Avail. October 1st. Central Oshawa. 905-884-6922. LARGE BACHELOR basement apt., separate entrance, kitchen & bath- room, no pets, non-smok- ing. North end. Available immediately $550/month. Call (905)431-5081. NORTH OSHAWA 2 bed- room Sept./Oct. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances includ- ed. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 ONE BEDROOM APTS. available August 1st. Park and Adelaide, clean & bright, $695, plus Hydro, First/last. (905)242-8487. ONTARIO ST/WILLIAM St, Oshawa 2-bdrm apart- ment, bright, clean, private entrance, open concept liv- ingroom, ceramic floors/hardwood, own laun- dry, balcony, parking. Available now, $799/month plus utilities. 905-720- 3117. OSHAWA 1 bedroom apt $600/month inclusive available immediately. ALSO 1/2 house with 2 bedrooms $850-inclusive Available July 1. ABSO- LUTELY NO SMOKING, no pets. (905)576-3924 OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM. Free laundry facilities, electricity/heat/water incl. Perfect for single person or couple. 1-parking space. Near O.C. Looking for mature, clean, quiet, ten- ant. No pets, good credit. $800/mnth. First/last. avail Sep1. Call John at 905- 576-4229(answering ma- chine), Cell 289-385-6289. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet security monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905- 260-9085, 905-260-9095. OSHAWA HOSPITAL, Mary North of Adelaide, 2-bedroom main floor, laundry, parking, $900/mo inclusive. 905-668-8869 Mon-Fri 9-5pm, or 905- 579-2350. OSHAWA LARGE deluxe 1-bedroom apt. Upper floor, gas fireplace, laundry room, all appliances incl. Non smokers, avail Oct.1, $925/mnth all inclusive. Call 905-723-3301 or 905- 728-1917. OSHAWA near O/C lovely 3-bdrm main floor of house. Quiet neighbour- hood, w/out to large yard. parking, a/c laundry fa- cilities, No smoking/pets. first/last. $1275/mo in- cludes utilities (905)831- 9458 OSHAWA NORTH,gor- geous 1-bedroom main floor of SENIOR-LIFE- STYLE COMPLEX, se- cluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1000/month, all inclusive, Immediately. (905)723-7291. OSHAWA Simcoe/Taun- ton 1-bdrm $805, 2-bdrm $865 includes utilities & parking. Quiet mature building. Near Durham College/UOIT. No pets. 905-435-6023 Apartments & Flats for Rent OSHAWA, 1-bedroom basement. apt near Oshawa Centre, renovated kitchen, new appliances, separate entrance, park- ing, no pets. $725/month. inclusive. Available Sept. lst. First/last. 905-668- 0278. OSHAWA,2-bdrm bsmt in quiet residential area. Pri- vate entrance & laundry. Cable, c/a, 5-appliances, 1-parking, avail. Sept. 1st. Close to schools/shopping. $800/month. First/last. (905)404-8695 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM basement apt, Steven- son/Gibb. Bright, spacious. Separate entrance, shared laundry, parking, near OC/transit. No smok- ing/pets. $900/month inclusive, first/last, credit check. September 1st. Sue (905)924-3513. OSHAWA,bright, recently renovated, 1-bdrm bsmt. 1100-sq.ft, separate en- trance, fireplace. $799/in- clusive. Laundry, hi-speed internet, additional parking available. First/last. Available Sept 1st/Oct 1st. No pets/smoking. (905)622-4953. OSHAWA,Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866- 601-3083 www.apartmentsinonta- rio.com OSHAWA,Ritson/Wolfe, 1 and 2 bedroom, plus utilities, parking, fridge/stove inclusive. First/last, Available imme- diately. Call 647-404-1786. OSHAWA- Close to O.C. Fully furnished bachelor basement. apartment. Clean, newly renovated. $600/month all inclusive. First/last. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. 905-571-7708. PICKERING (Brock/Dell- brook) walk out basement apartment available, 4 ap- pliances, 2 car parking, ac- cess to entire backyard w/patio, $800inclusive. 1st/last required. Available September 1. Call (416)825-4269 PICKERING GO/LAKE Nice 1 bed. quiet bsmt. apt. Heated ce- ramic tile floors. Suits single, non-smoker. Includes util, sep. entr, parking, cable, laundry. Fresh De- signer paint, soundproof. No pets Ask $699/mo. Avail Sept. 1st 905-420-3751 PICKERING Major Oaks Rd, 3-bdrm bsmt apt. Side entrance, newly renovated. Full-bath. $900/mo. Utilities included. 1-park- ing. Share laundry. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. First/last, references. 289-200-0038. PICKERING,1-bdrm bsmt w/eat-in kitchen, $700+40% utilities. Both avail. Sept 1st. Lots of parking. No smoking/pets. First/last. 905-427-2688 or 416-358-3475 PICKERING,Dellbrook/ Brock. Large 1-bedroom above-ground basement apt. Spacious, separate entrance, appliances in- cluding washer/dryer, fire- place, garage parking. $800/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. Available Sept 16th. (416)728-1236. PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. In well- kept, quiet 3-storey build- ing. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No Smok- ing/No dogs. First/last. 905-985-6032, 905-430- 7816. WHITBY,1-bdrm spacious bsmt apt. Gas f/p, 4 appli- ances, 2-parking, $850/mo inclusive. Avail. immediate- ly. Call Mike days 905-427- 4077 ext. 24, evenings 905-665-3666. Apartments & Flats for Rent PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Dufferin St. Newly renovat- ed spacious, quiet 1-bdrm $735; 2-bedrooms $835. Avail. September 1st. Laundry/parking, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena/shopping. 1- 800-693-2778 REGENCY PLACE Apart- ments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & additional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Re- gency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430-7397 www.realstar.ca TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & park- ing. Landscaped grounds, private patios & balco- nies. 2 Testa Rd., Ux- bridge. 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WESTNEY/SULLIVAN, AJAX New 1-bedroom plus living room, basement apartment. Separate en- trance & laundry. Parking. Available Sept 1st. No pets/smoking. $750/mo +utilities. Call Mujeeb at 416-666-2649. WHITBY 1-BEDROOM, in small building. Suitable for single mature non-smoking adult. Second floor. On GO bus. Washer/dryer & utilities included. $745/mo. Available immediately. (905)655-7277. WHITBY freshly painted, very bright, spacious 1- bedroom apt. On quiet residential street. Steps to public transit. Heat/park- ing/locker included. Onsite laundry. Please call 905- 809-0168. Superintendant required. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & park- ing. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shop- ping & schools. 900 Dun- das St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY,2 bedrooms from $950 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM unit in triplex, parking, laundry, walk to Go. Yard. No pets/smoking. $900 plus utilities. Avail. Sept 1. (416)574-2621. WHITBY, WALK TO GO, large 3-bedroom, mainfloor duplex, 2 entrances, park- ing, laundry facilities. $975/mo plus utilities. Available Sept/Oct 1st. No pets. Call 905-721-2887. WHITBY,BROCK/BURNS, LARGE bright, 1-bedroom basement apt, Sep en- trance, parking, laundry, A/C, gas fireplace, fridge, stove dishwasher, cable. internet $900/inclusive. Available immediately. Call 905-668-5593 Houses for Rent $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 es- tablished 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 No- body sells more homes than Remax. 5-BDRM HOUSE, Oshawa, 2 kitchens, ceramic harwood floors, close to amenities, quiet street, pets welcome, a/c, $925 bi/weekly plus hydro, Call after 3:30pm (905)259-7881. 5-BEDROOM north Oshawa. 2 floors, 1-1/2 baths, formal livingroom w/fireplace, 5 appliances, 2 level deck, near hospital, transit, schools, great area. Older home w/upgrades. $1485+utilities. (416)724- 9555 SUBJECT: • Wireless monopole, 45 metres tall will occupy an area of approximately 264 sq.m • Location: 2921 Westney rd, Ajax, SE Corner of 5th Con, and Westney • Legal Description: Part of Lot 10, Concession 4 • The facility will include mechanical equipment shelter and fencing around the base of the tower. The purpose of the tower is to improve wireless and data services in the area. •PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:As the approval of this site and its design is under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Government of Canada through Industry Canada, the Town of Ajax has no jurisdiction in this matter other than as a commenting body to Industry Canada and the applicant. •ANY PERSON may make a written submission to the individual listed below by September 12, 2008 with re- spect to this matter. •ADDITIONAL INFORMATION may also be obtained through the following contacts: SITE LOCATION MAP Duane Lovelace Site Acquisition Specialist Rogers Wireless Inc. 8200 Dixie Road Brampton, Ontario L6T 0C1 Tel (416) 274-7775 Fax (647) 747 4600 Email:duane.lovelace@rci.rogers.com PERSONAL PRAYER TO ST. JUDE Thanks to St. Jude and the Sacred Heart Of Jesus for fa- vours received. May the sacred heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day for nine days. This prayer has never failed, and your prayers will be answered. Publication must be promised. B.D.R. ST. JUDE'S NOVENA Thanks to St. Jude for favours grant- ed. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and pre- served throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. St. Jude, work- er of miracles, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day for 9 days, by the 8th day your prayer will be an- swered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be made. Thank you L.S. Public Notices Houses for Rent AJAX 3 bedroom de- tached bungalow, large yard, clean, quiet street, near school/park. $950 plus. (905)683-6203. AJAX, DETACHED, 2,800sq.ft, 4-bdrm, 3-bath. Pickering Village. $1700/ mo. Also 2-bdrm basement apartment, $800/mo. No pets/smoking. Available Sept. 1st. 416-628-4335 AJAX, WESTNEY/401, 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 baths, freshly painted, renovated bathroom, parking, fridge/stove. $1300 plus utilities. Available Sept 1st. Certified. First/last. Serious inquires only. Call (905)434-8758. ALL UTILITIES INCLU- SIVE $1325, Oshawa/Whitby border, 3- bedrooms, main and sec- ond floor, close to all amenities, laundry and parking. Available immedi- ately. First/last, references. (416)264-7990. Personals Houses for Rent ALTONA N. OF FINCH 3 bdrm bungalow. Whole house. Bsmt unfinished, sunsets over farm field. Half acre lot. $1100/mo plus utilties. Call Mike 905- 831-3300 BEAUTIFUL LAKE- FRONT House. Very effi- cient Four Mile Lake, just outside of Fenelon Falls. 3+Bedrooms w/lots of ex- tras included. $1600/mo+ Easy commute, get out of city!! (705)328-9684 after 5pm. BOWMANVILLE Beauty!! Executive 3-bdrm, 2 sto- rey, 9 yrs! Waverly/Long- worth. Ceramic flooring, finished basement, garage, fireplace, new appliances. $1500/month plus utilities. Available now or Septem- ber 1st. 905-999-9371 Public Notices Houses for Rent FAMILY FRIENDLY Wil- liamsburg N.W Whitby, new home, 1650sq.ft, 3- bedroom, 3-bath, main floor familyroom. Available immediately. No pet/smok- ing, first/last, plus credit check, $1400/month, plus utilities. (905)767-5585. HANDY MANNS INVITES YOU...To attend an OPEN HOUSE!! Custom built home for rent. Sat-Sun Aug 23rd-24th, 1-5pm, 11 Pigott Lane, Orono. Available September. 4-bedrooms, 3-baths. For further info visit: www.handymanns.ca or call Frank 905-983-5341, Brian 905-983-5633. OSHAWA NORTH,prime location, quiet street, 3-bdrm main floor bunga- low, good-sized bdrms, spacious, c/air, pool, free internet/satellite. $1350/mo utilities included. Available Sept 1st. No smoking/pets. 416-887-3289. Personals Houses for Rent WHITBY DETACHED HOUSE@ Rossland/Thick- son 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, dbl garage, family rm w/fpl, $1295 mo. + utilities, Sept.1, legal Bsmt Apt. not incl., 1st/Last, prefer no Smoking /Pets. Tim Web- ster @ Sutton Group Heri- tage Brokerage 905 619- 9500. Public Notices Townhouses for Rent 3-BDRM QUIET WHITBY townhouse, a/c, appliances & garage, on bus route with shopping & schools nearby. Available now. Call 905-668-6843. AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. FURNISHED TOWN- HOUSE ($1700), unfur- nished $1500. Whitby 3- bedrooms, 2-bath- rooms, 6-appliances, a/c, c/v, finished bsmt w/gas fireplace, no pets, non- smokers. References and credit check. Available Sept 1st. (905)430-0404. SOUTH OSHAWA 2-bdrm newly renovated $995/mo all inclusive. 1-4pc, 1-2pc bath. Near schools/ amenities. No pets. First/last references re- quired. Avail Sept 1. Please call (905)571-3961 Personals Townhouses for Rent LOCATED AT WIL- SON/BEATRICE. 3-bdrm townhouses available for rent. Close to all amenities and transportation. $1089 plus heat/hydro, includes water/cable. 1-pet allowed. Call for more details & availability dates. (905)432-6809. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 20, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com CHILD CARE SPACES AVAILABLE •Family atmosphere •Individual attention •Care close to home •Licensed Agency Durham Professional Home Day Care Call 905-509-1207 or www.durhamchildcare.org General Motors Centre Suite Downtown Oshawa Available for share basis for 2008/09 Season Oshawa Generals games & Concert Events Call Fred for details at 905-579-4473 ext 2207 HEALTH EXPERTS NEEDED We are looking for professionals in traditional and alternative health to join the 2008 Clarington Family Health & Lifestyle Expo on Sat. Oct. 4th & Sun. Oct. 5th Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Centre, Bowmanville This one day show will feature speakers, panels, demos and more. If you would like to be a part of this Expo please call Cori-Ann 905-683-5110 ext.228 Daycare Available Articles for Sale Townhouses for Rent OPEN HOUSE CAR- RIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laun- dry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. Ask about our move-in incentives. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434- 3972 www.realstar.ca OSHAWA, SEMI-TOWN- HOUSE.3 & 2-bdrm+. Harmony/Olive. 4-plex semi-townhouse, spa- cious/clean, 3-floors, fin. basement, 1-parking, Close to shopping, schools/bus route, no smoking/pets. $895+ utilities. Avail. Sept 1st. First/last/references. Call (905)686-5591 email: seanryanjr@gmail.com TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. En- suite laundry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & play- ground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bath- room townhomes, renovat- ed interior & exterior, available in friendly family- oriented complex. Immedi- ate. $1195-$1295+utilities. 4-appliances, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. Rooms for Rent & Wanted $400/MONTH, WHITBY - Rossland and Garden area. Furnished bedroom, c/air, cable, bus at door, close to all amenities. No smoking, spotlessly clean. (905)665-8504 AJAX, WALK to lake, clean, quiet home, 1 furnished room, internet, cable, parking, laundry, $550/month. References required. First/last, no smoking/pets. Call (416)819-8708. PICKERING - WHITES RD/401 2 Rooms in base- ment for rent, $450 & $500/month. No pets or smoking. First/last & refer- ences required. 416-917- 4949. PICKERING: Brock/Finch upper furnished room. Large adult-lifestyle home. Share kitchen, bath, laundry. Cable TV, park- ing, NO smoking. No pets. References. First/last, $440/month. CALL (416)460-5615 Shared Accommodation OSHAWA-INDEPENDENT living for those with special needs. Furnished houses, apartments, and licensed group homes. Meal plans, transportation, and med assistance available. Rates from $540/month. (905)244-0342, www.HomesWithHelp.com Daycare Available Articles for Sale Shared Accommodation PICKERING,Liverpool & Finch area. Furnished/un- furnished room, non-smok- er preferred. Available Sept 1st, $450/month. Use of all facilities. On bus route, near amenities. 647- 438-0478 (leave message) WORKING PROFES- SIONAL seeks same or Student to share house, centrally located in Oshawa, close to all amenities, bus. $425/month. (905)243- 0615 Rentals Outside Canada CLEARWATER FLORI- DA,3-bedroom fully fur- nished air conditioned manufactured homes. Pool, hot tub, near beach- es & major attractions. Half hour to NHL Hockey (starts Oct 11 -$15/seat) children welcome. Booking Now- January. $400/wk (less than motel). Photos shown in your home. (905)683- 5503. Cottages for Rent COTTAGES FOR RENT! 2 & 3 bedroom available starting at $125/day. Clean lake, private beach, comes with a boat. North of Bancroft. Also B&B. 1-800-979-3486 www.zumwaldhaus.com Campers, Trailers, Sites TENT TRAILER 1991 Coleman 10' tent trailer, sleeps 6, king plus queen, air, screen room $3000. Excellent condition. (905)576-3003 TRAILER FOR SALE $22,500. On pristine lake, electric motors only. 2002 33 ft. Mallard on large wa- terfront site in quiet pri- vate 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 Boats & Supplies 1991 SEARAY CBLT- 18ft. Excellent condition, stored indoors each winter, 15hrs. on outdrive, I/O 175hp, 6 seater, large sun- pad, ladder, radio/tape- deck, cockpit cover, cruis- ing cover, winter storage cover. Includes Cradle ride trailer 3years old. $10,500.00. Call 905-434- 3826 Personals COMPANION wanted, at- tractive male, physically fit enjoys country living, trav- el, theatre, cottage life, seeks an attractive slim physical fit lady age 45-55 for a lasting relationship. Please send a short letter and phone number to: Suite 669, 2 Campbell Drive, Uxbridge L9P 0A3 Personals GENTLEMAN 58, looking for lady 50-55 for dining, walks & travel! Call 905-492-0207 Daycare Available BABYSITTING available in my home in North Ajax. Near Brother Andre/Not- tingham. Any age wel- come. 35 PSW, mature, responsible mother. Call (647)828-4571. EXPERIENCED affordable home daycare. Valleyf- arm/Hwy 2, large fenced backyard, fenced pool. Large playroom, lunch- es/snacks. All ages, before & after school, near Glen- grove P.S. Debbie (905)839-7237. MARILYN'S HOME DAY- CARE established since 1978 currently has open- ings full and part time, all ages welcome. School buses to Gandy & St. Mar- guerite. Call today for inter- view (905)831-0653. QUALITY DAYCARE available for August and September. Westney & Delaney, excellent rates, now is the time to look for a good caregiver. All ages, full or part-time, days or Sat., homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environ- ment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686-8719 SEPTEMBER IS around the corner! Experienced teacher caring for your child in a safe clean home daycare. Nursery. Full or part-time, meals, activities. South Ajax. Call Patricia 905-449-7245 WHITES/SHEPPARD for the older kids grades JK-8, your older child will get the attention and guidance they deserve. Mature ex- perienced childcare in a smoke-free reliable, safe, friendly environment. Open 6:30am-6:30pm Mon-Fri, PA Days, school holidays. Drop off/pick up from St. Elizabeht Seton, Highbush & ST. Marguerite Bourge- oys. Nutritious break- fast/afterschool snack pro- vided. Homework help & lots of activities to keep them busy. Reasonable rates. Receipts given. Pet friendly home. (905)831- 8087. Articles for Sale +CARPETS, CARPETS, Carpets, living room and hall carpeted with pad and installation from $319 (30 yds.). Best price guaranteed. Saillian Carpets. 905-242-3691 Free Estimates. 4-33" COOPER TIRES on aluminum rims $300. 2003 YAMAHA TTR 125 new parts, runs well. $1500. Di- len (905)449-9514 4HP MARINER outboard motor, $500; Pool filter, $75; 1hp pool pump, $75; 6ft. diving board, $300; Barricuda, $75. Call 905- 683-2979. 5 STAR GUEST house closing. Has furniture, beds, dinning set, tables, microwaves, and much more! Call (905)983-6412. AFFORDABLE APPLI- ANCES,HANKS APPLI- ANCES, 310 Bloor St.W. Reconditioned Appliances. Stoves $149, Washer $149, Fridges $149, Dryers $149. Large selec- tion newer models, includ- ing stainless steel appli- ances. Rent to own available. Parts Specialist. (905)728-4043. AIR CONDITIONER portable $200, dehumidifi- er $50, electric scooter $799. Pickering. Call (905)420-7401. LP RECORDS, 75+the lot for $10. Call (905)427- 2993. Articles for Sale ALL NEW QUEEN ortho- pedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacrifice $275. Call 905-213-4669. ANTIQUE FURNITURE. Contact 289-385-2025 BABY CRIB with mattress (like new) $100, baby bug- gy with basinet to toddler seat conversion (great shape) $100, baby swing $30, Costco play pen with infant attachment (like new) $80, Baby Bug ac- tivity/exerciser with music $40. Call Laura or Craig 905-355-2990. BOAT MOTOR -4 H.P. Johnson with gas tank, needs carburator tune up $80, 905-824-4133, 416- 414-2739. 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 SALE & Spe- cials! Laminate, hardwood flooring & tiles. Carpet 2- rooms up to 30-sq. yd. from $329. includes pad/in- stallation. Carpet repairs, serving Durham. Free es- timates. 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, com- mercial. Satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 CASH & CARRY, IKEA Furniture (bedroom, dining room, etc.) Prices Nego- tiable. Contact Lisa 416- 618-1025 lqforever@hotmail.com CONSTRUCTION EQUIP- MENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Holland Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, Northumberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 GOALIE EQUIPMENT Ice Hockey. Good condition. Sizes from Atom to Ban- tam. Pads, gloves, skates, body armor. Call early for best selection. 905-434- 5686 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guaranteed. 905- 259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB/SPA.5-6 per- son, never used. Warran- ty. Sacrifice $2,995. Call 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 JESUS IS ALIVE Chris- tian practices consist of ancient pagan customs. Jim Campbell (705)799- 1329 PIANOS AND CLOCKS, back to school specials now on. New & used pia- nos. 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 Ho- ward Miller clocks. TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Com- puters, DVD Players, Fur- niture, Bedding, Patio Fur- niture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. Articles for Sale SCHOOL UNIFORMS. Buy and sell local high school uniforms at 50% off. Whitby (905)579-9912, Courtice (905)432-7774, or visit, www.itsworthrepeating.ca. SCOOTERTEQ,"E" Bike- Cougar XR7-54km. No li- cense, insurance, or li- cense plates required. Low maintenance, 50km/per battery charge. Speed 32km/per hr. Loaded with options. $1,750. (905)668- 5155. STOVE, CERAMIC top, easy clean oven, white ex- terior, like new. White, Westinghouse $250; FRIDGE 19cu.ft. Whirlpool, white energy efficient $800, 1-yr-old. (905)985- 4731 after 6pm. Vendors Wanted Articles for Sale TOM THOMPSON PRINTS, $170 each, land- scape scenery. 416-286- 4014. Vendors Wanted CRAFTER'S WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Cara #2212 Family Health & Lifestyle Show Bowmanville VENDORS WANTED Book early, limited space Oct 4th & 5th Call Devon at 905-579-4400 ext #2236 VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Fall Home Show General Motors Centre Nov 1st and 2nd Call 905-579-4400 Wendy #2215 Pets, Supplies, Boarding Bischon/Shnoodle pup- pies, small breed, hypo al- lergenic, non shedding, first shots, vet checked, ready to go, $350. ea. 905-342-9159 or 905-396- 9159 BOXER PUPPIES-Born June 18th, unregistered. Flashy Fawn and White available. Home raised, not caged up. Vet checked and shots done. Written guarantee. $1,200. Fe- males 4th litter. Call (905)697-5986. BULL TERRIER.White male, 12 weeks old, CKC registered, 2nd shots, mi- cro chipped, home raised. $1600. Call 905-986-1030. LAB PUPS,chocolate CKC registered, tattooed, vet checked, dewormed, family raised. (705)953- 9481 Pets, Supplies, Boarding CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS, males/females. CKC regis- tered, vet checked, tat- tooed, dewormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. GOLDENDOODLES (F1) Apricot males, low-shed & Labradoodles (F1) black M/F, moderate shed, Great family pets 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com LAB PUPS,yellow or black, CKC registered, first shots, health guaranteed, excellent hunting dogs or family pet, only 3 left, $700. Call 905-352-2614. Cars for Sale 2004 Toyota Echo 2dr hatchback, silver. Also have snows on rims and roof rack for same. $7500 incl. 905-623-6275 Vendors Wanted Cars for Sale 1995 FORD CROWN Vic- toria, blue, with plush in- terior, 168,000kms, lady driven, good operating or- der. Sold as is, asking, $2,000, O.B.O, Call (905)668-9739. 1995 TRANS AM Con- vertible, red with white leather interior. Winter stored. One owner. 61,000km. Certified. $13,000. Call (905)576- 6193 or 289-314-0312 1998 HONDA CRV,4x4, keyless, anti-theft, auto, green w/grey interior, am/fm CD, power, cruise, air, hood deflector, roof racks, 5 door, clean interi- or, 200,000kms. $6,995. (905)668-5547 2000 VW GL Turbo Bee- tle. Excellent condition, loaded, black w/black in- terior, winter tires with rims, excellent on gas, one owner. $6,400 o.b.o. Certi- fied & e-tested. (905)666- 5087 2001 HYUNDAI Elantra 67k loaded $5490; 2000 Saturn wagon 131K $4490; 2002 Kia Rio 140k $3990; 2001 Hyundai Ac- cent 166k $2990; 2-year warranty (905)922-2010 (416)841-1487 www.fineli- neauto.ca 2002 GRAND PRIX, teal, automatic, 4 dr., 150 kil., new all season tires, excel- lent condition, asking $5000. certified. Financing available o.a.c. (905)438- 1951. 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM, 4-dr. red/grey interior. Excellent condition, a/c, p/l, p/w, am/fm cd player, brand new battery. $4,500- o.b.o. Call after 5:30 p.m. 905-579-3037 2004 VWS JETTA TDI, 91,000-kms, leather interi- or, fully loaded. Grey col- our. Take over monthly payments plus $2000 cash. (905)426-4289 MINT CONVERTIBLE - Seebring, 2004, silver, black top, 54,805 kil., One mature lady owner. Never winter driven. Safety and emissions certificate. $11,500. (905)697-1286. NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be re- quired. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca Cars for Sale NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1-866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca SHAMMY AUTO SALES, Pickering. 2003 Sunfire 28k, $7295; 1999 Civic EXG 248k $4495; 2002 Hyundai Accent GL 148k $3995; 2002 1997 Accura CL, 225k $3888. Lots More Cars in Stock! Shammy (416)358-0793 or Greg 416-460-6739 Cars Wanted ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508 ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Environmental friendly green disposal. Has the best cash deal for your good scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 or (416) 286-6156. !!!!!!! $200-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)831-7399 1-866-256-2883 $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, alumi- num, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896- 7066 1 HOUR $200-$1000, CASH CASH. Free pick up, 7 day a week. (416)893-1594. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehi- cles must be in running condition. Call (905)427- 2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES Trucks for Sale '96 GMC Safari SLE. 4.3L v6. P/S, P/W, A/C, Well- Maintained. Certified and e-tested. Asking $2,499. (647)200-1584 2004 GMC Sierra SLE, short box 2WD, 4.8L, 120,000km, tow package, good condition. Asking $11,900. Please Call 905- 720-1502 Vans/4-Wheel Drive 1988 GMC 3/4 ton,ex- tended van, 350 CI, 400 Turbo tran, 90% thread on tires asking $500. as is call 905-349-3541 Motorcycles 1994 YAMAHA YZ 250, new plastics, tires, silenc- er, clutch, runs great, $1,500. 905-885-2028. Garage & Storage Space SECURE OUTDOOR STORAGE for your boats, trailers, RVs and more! Monthly rates at $55.00. Yearly at $495.00. Also inquire about our ample supply of indoor units starting at $59.00. Call All In One Self Storage (905)982-1133 or www.allinoneselfstorage.ca Adult Entertainment ALL ASIAN LADIES Chinese Japanese Korean24/7 Out Calls Only www.cuteorientals.ca 905-706-8808 Asian Girls Hot, Sexy, Busty Best Service 24/7 Out Calls Only 289-634-1234 416-833-3123 ASIAN BEAUTIES Best service in town. Great deals. 24/ 7. Out calls only 416-273-0254 647-339-1800 Massages AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 B a t h r o o m Renovations& Repairs By Quality Construction 905 626-3771 www. QBATH.com FREE ESTIMATES Home Improvement 905-409-9903 LEAKY BASEMENT? Foundation Repairs Weeping Tiles Water Proofing (Dig by hand) Call (905)442-0068 Roofing Shingles, Flats, Eavestrough, Soffit A + Quality Fully Insured and licensed Better Rates 416-429-2189 or 1-866-816-2477 TBG Aluminum Siding ~ Soffit ~ Facia Free Estimates Call Bruce 905-410-6947 Garbage Removal/Hauling A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 Plumbing LICENSED PLUMBING ✓ New Work ✓ Renovations ✓ Repairs ✓Full Bsmnt./Bath Call Ed 905-442-3543 905-623-9664 Home Improvement Handyman NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 Painting & Decorating ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor. Line 647-868-9669 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Moving & Storage Apple Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)532-9056 (416)533-4162 (905)239-1263 DOAEC MOVING/DELIVERY ✓ fully insured and bonded ✓ honest & reliable ✓reasonable rates (905) 426-4456 (416) 704-0267 A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 20, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Service Directory TO ADVER- TISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683- 0707 SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 KEVIN BARKER AUCTIONS AUCTION SALE- Partial Listing only! of farm machinery, tools, antiques, hay, collectibles, milking supplies & livestock. Saturday, August 23rd -10 a.m. The Estate of the late William Bayles 3440 Brock Rd- Pickering, Ont On the southwest corner of Hwy# 407 & Brock Rd. SEE SIGNS! Machinery includes: #254 M.F. 4 X 4 diesel tractor with #236 front end loader with quick attach bucket, pallet forks and round bale spear (3954 hrs), # 253 M.F diesel tractor with rear remotes, (3411 hrs), #135 M.F. diesel tractor with rear remotes (5467 hrs), #641 Ford Workmaster gas tractor with 3 pt.h. (1831 hrs), Case Vac #14 gas tractor with 3 pt.h. rear lift, #634 M.F. round baler with gathering wheels, #725 M.F. mower/con- ditioner, #501 Ford- 3 pt.h. sickle mower, RC 301 Vicon 2 wheel hay rake, #270 N.H. square baler, 16' flat hay wagon, Allied hydraulic driven stooker, manual stooker, bale buncher, Case 30' elevator on wheels with electric motor, Case 7' sickle mower, 6 ton running gear, #5100 Case 13 run seed drill with fine & coarse grass seed boxes plus grain & fertilizer boxes, 4 section diamond harrows ,chain harrows, 8' Triple K cultivator, #130 N.H. 2 beater manure spreader with new apron plus MUCH more machinery to be listed in full next week. Hay & Straw: Livestock Includes: 28 head of Jersey cattle: 200 round bales of 1st cut hay (2008) 3- 2008 calves 40 round bales of 1st cut hay (2007) 3- yearling heifers 500 small square bales of straw 5- 1st & 2nd calf heifers 100 small square bales of hay 14 Cows of various ages (heifers & cows are open and have excellent recip potential) plus 15 laying hens Household items, Antiques & Collectibles: Pioneer made cook stove with reservoir plus circulation fan (only 3 years old), modern commode chairs, Moffat refrigerator, old brass bed, antique Philco upright radio, electric organ, various pine tables, pressed back children's high chair ,Bissell wooden carpet sweeper, antique Standard treadle sewing ma- chine, old floor lamps, crosscut saws, wooden buggy jack, large anvil, large cast iron pot with handle, Space Warner electric brooder, various tins, steel wheels, antique wooden feed bag cart, grain cradle, antique wooden orchard ladder, long wooden ladder, blacksmiths vice, forage blower, oak barrels & nail kegs, wooden spiles, platform grain scales, large steel wheel weights ,large quantity of antique tools, garden gate, cream cans plus much more. Buildings: 40' X 24' X 18' wooden truss building plus a 10' X 12' milk house style building. No Reserve Kevin Barker Auctions Ltd Lunch Available (705)-374-4478 / (705)-878-2947 Visit our web site: www.kevinbarkerauctions.com for full listing & pictures of sale items. PUBLIC AUCTION - ONE DAY ONLY Direct factory authorized liquidation - all items must be sold Acting under Instructions received: we will sell: BRAND NEW FURNITURE & ACCENTS Over 1000 ITEMS MUST BE SOLD!!!! *unclaimed containers* overstocks * receiverships **movie sets* * mfg.showroom samples*designers choice*misguided freight* *model homes*closeouts*estates**new home furnishings * bedroom suites* living room sets **dining tables & chairs *hand carved mahogany designer's accents * * estate jewellery * big screen lcd tv*sports memorabilia* leather sofas- estate coins - framed art- vanity sinks- area rugs*elec- tronics* giftware * collectibles* purses*desks* oil paintings * ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- $100 COUPON present this ad and receive $100.00 towards the purchase of any 9 pc dining room suite * lcd tv 40" or larger * appraised estate jewellery item*an extra 5% discount on all purchases paid in cash with this ad --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FRI., AUG. 22 - 7: PM (Preview at 6: pm) The Auction Depot (Former Kahns) 2699 Brock Rd. North Pickering New items arriving daily too numerous to list…Terms: Cash, Visa, MC,debit, Buyers Premium in effect, www.auctioneer.ca -contact us: email-info@auctioneer.ca ONE DAY ONLY - AUCTION SALE DIRECT FACTORY AUTHORIZED LIQUIDATION ALL ITEMS MUST BE SOLD Acting under Instructions received: we will sell: BRAND NEW FURNITURE & ACCENTS *unclaimed containers* overstocks * receiverships **movie sets* * mfg.showroom samples*designers choice* misguided freight* *model homes*close- outs*estates* *new home furnishings * bedroom suites* living room sets * *dining tables & chairs *hand carved mahogany designer's accents * * estate jewellery * big screen lcd tv*sports memorabilia* leather sofas- estate coins - framed art- vanity sinks- area rugs* PUBLIC AUCTION Mon. Eve. Aug. 25th 7 p.m. (Preview at 6: pm) Scugog Community Centre 1655 Reach Street, Port Perry, Partial listing only: Brand new Imported Fine quality High Grade Leather sofa, loveseat & chair groupings, Recliner theatre sets with top grade leather hides from Italy etc. King & Queen size Bedroom suites with full cabinetry and mirrors, Quality deluxe Box & Mattress sets, New designer style 9 pc Pub sets, selection of 7 pc dining tables and chairs, storage ottomans, French tables, desks, Hand Painted Bom- bay chests, commodes, unique designer marble top vanity and sinks, Grandfather clocks, Items arriving daily, plan to attend, many more items too numerous to mention -------------------------------------------------------- $100.00 COUPON AUGUST SALES ONLY: must present this ad on registration to desk clerk to receive $100.00 towards the purchase of any 9pc din- ing room suite * lcd tv 40" or larger * ap- praised estate jewellery item* an extra 5% dis- count on all purchases paid in cash with this ad -------------------------------------------------------- www.auctioneer.ca contact us: email-info@auctioneer.ca A Large Quality 2 Day Auction Sunday, August 24th : Preview 9:30 A.M. Auction 11:00 A.M. Monday, August 25th: Preview: 4:00 P.M. Auction 5:00 P.M. Selling the Contents of the Quality Home of the Late Dr. J.R. Giardine of Timmins & the Pratt Ware Collection of Irene Mark- vart and the Platter Collection of Doug Hill Large Selection of Antique Furniture and Decorative Items, Numerous Oils & Water- colours, Several Dinner Services, Sterling, Doulton, Jewellery, Oriental Carpets and contents of a long established home. This is an Auction not to miss. This is a partial listing, please watch web site for updates. Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 A.M. & Monday @ 4:00 P.M. For details and photo gallery go to: www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Phone 1-613-475-6223 AUCTION SALE Saturday August 23, 11 a.m. 4301 Canning Road Take; Cnty Rd #18 North of Cold Springs to McBride Road, West to Canning Rd ESTATE OF THE LATE KENNETH MARTIN New Rigid 10" Table Saw, New 5.5 hp Yard- man Garden Tiller, 36" Ex. Ladder, Mitsubishi Power Washer, DBL Bench Grinder, 4 x 6 Box Trailer, Asst. Garden Tools. B&D Grass Trim- mer, Toro 21" Mower, Self Propelled/Mulcher, Craftsman 60L Wet/Dry Shop Vac, 6.25 Hp/W/314 Blower. New Kenmore Bar Fridge, Woods Upright Freezer, Almond Fridge and Stove, Inglis H.D. Washer and Dryer, Ken- more Frost Free Fridge, JVC 27" Colour TV, Pine Table and Chairs, Dining Room Set, Glass China Cabinet, Maple Drop Front Desk, Maple Dresser, Pine Slide Tables, Futon, Full Bedroom Suite, Collection of Small Cameras and Watches, Mens Citizen, Etc. Pentax MZ7 W/Zoom Lens, Cedar Mini Greenhouse, Spode Vase. See www.theauctionadvertiser.com for full listings and pictures 10% Buyer Premium Les Brittan:Auctioneer. c.c.a.i. Port Hope, 905-885-5650 Terms Cash---Visa---MC---Interac ANTIQUE/ESTATE AUCTION Friday August 22nd, 5;00 p.m. Selling the contents and antique collections from the home of Dora and the late Robert Youngman, Kendal and a Switzer St. home in Oshawa; Dining Room Suite; Pantry Cupboard; 2 Antique Pine cupboards; Ped- estal Table; Victorian Table; 6 Dining Room chairs; Ant. Occ. Tables; Deacons Bench; Ant. Book Case; Pr. Wing Back Chairs; Tear Drop Vict. Dresser; Chests; Cedar Chest; Box Spring Mattress; Chests; Dressers; Fernery; Schuler Flower Crock; Oil Lamps; Toilet Set; Collectibles; Silver- plate; Glassware; Pottery; Garden Tools & Equipment; etc. etc. Preview After 2:00 p.m. Check website for Updates Terms; Cash, Approved Cheques, Visa, M/C, Inter- ac 10 % Buyers Premium Applies Auctioneeers Frank & Steve Stapleton 905.786.2244, 1.800.263.9886 estate specialists since 1971 Estate Auction,Thurs. Aug. 21st NOTE: Start time 1/2 hr early at 6:00 pm at our Auction Hall 12927 Cty Road #2, west of Colborne. Selling private estate from Oshawa for a gentleman who's un- timely death has forced the sale of his hobby shop where he loved to restore old vehicles, the sale will include an unfin- ished project 1-1953 Ford 1/2 ton, body off restoration started all parts plus spares are there, other old car parts, set of good racing clicks plus line of mechanical and body shop tools, welders, nearly new 5Hp compressor, drill press, grinders, pullers, sanders, welding torches, plus many more shop arti- cles, few metal signs, H.D. drill press, band saw, table saw, Husky tool chest, lge selection air tools & more, also 1948 Massey Harris Pony tractor model PGA with small blade on front, PTO restored one time in excell condition, also flat bed PJ 72"x12" trailer model 5A 121 with Gorilla lift assist for tail gate ramp, only 2 yrs old, household includes, computer w/flat screen, excellent sofa & love seat, ant parlour table, other ant. tables, excell ant oak desk, nice maple dinette, dressers, chests of drawers, coffee & end tables, sofa & chair set, occa- sional chairs, book shelves, TV stand, dining rm set, ant round oak table, pair easy chairs w/foot stools, wing chair, recliner chair, corner cabinet plus lge quantity small articles, dishes, glass, china, collectables, etc. Terms cash, cheque,Visa, MC, Interac Gary E.Warner, Auctioneer 905-355-2106. www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, August 22nd at 4:30pm located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4. 6 walnut balloon back chairs, oak 4 stack barrister bookcase, upright gas pump, oak wall telephone, walnut buffet, oak rock- er, child's pb rocker, walnut gate leg table, 6 Duncan Phyfe chairs, bakers rack, RCA 36" TV, oak Hoosier top, parlour ta- bles, kitchen table and chairs, modern oak table and 6 pb chairs, queen box spring and mattress, chesterfield, modern bedroom sets, Treadle sewing machine, garden benches, Ma- son and Risches upright piano, trombone, qty of jewellery, qty of sports cards, qty of hand and power tools, 10" Durex band saw, Delta belt/disc sander, Hotpoint washer and gas dryer, Diplomat bar fridge, Craftsman 6HP snowblower, 5HP log splitter, 16' Crestliner boat with 60HP Evinrude and trailer, 16' Peterborough cedar strip canoe, Kipor 3 cylinder diesel gen- erator, Qqty of china, glass household and collectible items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com SILENT AUCTION Fri. August 22nd 996 Farewell, Oshawa units 91N, 62N, 33S, 36N, 18WC 1700 Alliance, Pickering units B04, B21, C11, G04 85 Westney , Ajax units 5160, 2110, 6330, 7136, 6600, 4230, 2152, 7163 Auction Sale At 4653 Con.Rd. 4 Newtonville (Directions: Reg. Rd 18 East of Crooked Creek, S. of Kendal, Hwy 2/N. of Newtonville) Saturday August 23 at 10 am Household/Former Studio - 7-UP Cooler, Upright Piano, Lighting, Bunn Coffee, New Air Conds., Stainless Workstation, Wicker, Jewelry, Disc Jock- ey Unit, Records, Washer/Dryer, Stools/Chairs, Pool Table Mover, Ladders, Tools & etc. Terms:Cash or Cheque Owner & Auctioneer not responsible for accident or injury www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 Auction Sale HAYDON AUCTION BARN Saturday August 23 at 4 pm An Exc. Selection of Antiques, Crystal & Collectables from a Bolton home. Sewing Stand, Needle Point Stools, Wooden Music Cabinet, Tea Wagon, Side- board with Hutch, 'Ampollina' Dye in Tube Display Case,Marble Top Chest, Wedgwood. www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 MON. AUG 25 at 4PM. MITCHELL'S AUCTION BUILDING, OMEMEE, 115 Hwy. to Peterborough Cty. Rd. 10, Milbrook exit, north 18k or 3K east of Omemee on #7, 5k north on Emily Park Rd. 10. Qty antique/modern furnishings, china, glass, crystal, paintings and pictures, many collectibles - Lehmann tin climbing monkey circa 1903, church friendship quilt, Casino Bingo slot machine, handyman tools, boats, trucks, our usual large varied selection of items. Listing by fax call MITCHELL AUCTIONS, OMEMEE 705-799-6769. ID to register. Cash/Check Only! NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 20, 2008, PAGE 31 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com WINBOURNE PARK is having a BBQ, CARWASH,and YARDSALE FUNDRAISER Saturday Aug 23rd 9:00 - 2:00 1020 Westney Road Card of Thanks Hildegard Matheis Karl Matheis, husband of the late Hildegard Matheis, and the rest of the Matheis Family would like to extend their sincere, heartfelt thanks to everyone who paid their respects, sent flowers, cards and made donations in Hildegard's memory. Thanks to all the neighbours, friends and family who attended the memorial service, your love and support has been overwhelming. Thanks to the wonderful staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa especially the staff on the 6th floor, we greatly appreciated the compassion and care you showed us in such a difficult time. Thank you to the excellent staff at Oshawa Funeral Home, and Mr. Gordon Ferguson and the staff at Northern Casket in Lindsay. Coming Events Cards of Thanks Coming Events Cards of Thanks Deaths DODSWORTH, Eileen Rose - suddenly at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, on Saturday, August 16, 2008, in her 84th year. Loving wife of Victor for 58 years. Dear mother of Lynn Graham and her husband Larry of Tobermory, Victor Dodsworth and his wife Terry of Warkworth, Philip Dodsworth and Jacqueline of Ajax, and Andrew Dodsworth and his wife Barbara of Newcastle. Nanny to David, Laura, Kyle; Simon, Colin; Michael; Kristina and Sara. Great-grandmother to James and Katherine. Sister to Ronald, William, and the late Leslie, Nathanial, and George Cook, all of England. Daughter of the late Samuel and Rose Cook of London, England. Friends may call at the NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME,386 Mill St. S. (just north of 401 at the lights) on Thursday, August 21, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Friday, August 22, at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Donations in Eileen's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. (Expressions of sympathy may be made on-line through www.newcastlefuneralhome.com) ROBITAILLE, Alfred -(WWII Veteran and 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, Leo J. Austin Assembly #2287) On August 17th, 2008 Fred, loving and devoted husband of Olive. Beloved father of Rosanna and her husband Wayne Roberts, David and his wife Barb, Leon and his wife Heather, Maurice and his wife Barb, Paul and his wife Monica, Mike and his wife Jennifer, Marianne and her husband Sean Walsh, Julie-Anne and her husband Terry Morrison, Joseph, Denis and Tim Switzer, Tommy and his wife Jackie. Cherished Grandpa of 21 and Great Grandpa of 11. Friends will be received at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax (905-428-9090) on Thursday August 21st, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Mass will be held at St. Bernadette Church 21 Bayly Street East, Ajax on Friday August 22nd at 10:30 am. 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Example: $20,000 fi nanced at 0% for the fi rst 12 months & ammortized over 84 months, the monthly payment would be $238.65, cost of borrowing $0 for the fi rst 12 months, then the loan is renewable at going bank rate for up to 72 months, depending on model year of the vehicle. If renewable as an example at 7.9% for 72 months, fi nancing $20,000, the payment is $350.79, cost of borrowing $5194.13 on approved credit. Down payment as shown above. All above monthly payemts are plus PST & GST, amortized terms are as follows: 2001 models 36 months, 2002 48 months, 2003, 2004 models 60 months, 2005 models 72 months, 2006 or newer 84 months on approved credit. Weekly payments are; 2003 are fi nanced over 60 months. 2004-2005 are fi nanced over 72 months. 2006-2007 are fi nanced over 84 months. 2008 or newer are fi nanced over 96 months. Terms are 60-72-84-96. 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