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Rogers and the Mobius design are trademarks of Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. © 2008. Available exclusively at this location! STUDENT PLANS8GB MEMORY INCLUDED STUDENT PHONE The Pickering Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 68 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 51,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 A winning battle with listeria Durham woman talks about her experience NEWS/2 Federal election time Immigrant applauds debate on issues NEWS/2 AND 7 HOCKEY’S BACK IN PICKERING Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Grant MacLean of the Lindsay Muskies battles in front of the Pickering Panthers goal with netminder Jared Cowley and defence- man Brandon Parks during the Panthers home opener at the Pickering Recreation Complex Sunday. The Panthers won this game 4-3 and are back on the ice tonight at 7:30 p.m. against the Trenton Hercs. Fore more on the home opener see page 24. Rash of thefts prompts police warning Light-fingered bandits grabbing wallets By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A rash of thefts tar- geting unwitting shoppers has police warning women to protect their purs- es while out in public. “Hang on to it -- keep it close to you,” advised Detective Constable Martin Franssen of Durham police’s 19 Division in Ajax-Pickering. Investigators believe a highly-or- ganized team of thieves have been stalking stores in the area, seeking out purses left in shopping carts. Light- fingered bandits snatch wallets and make off with them, typically rushing to nearby shops and buying large- ticket items such as electronics which are then fenced for cash. The purchases are made “within minutes” with stolen credit cards, the transactions often completed before victims are even aware they’ve been robbed, Det.-Const. Franssen said. “They’re good at what they do -- they’re very swift,” he said. “Before the (victim) even knows the ✦ See Local, Page 4 PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURN INCOME TAX All-Canadian Tax Service $49.95*only * Most returns *GST extra 100 Westney Rd S (Ajax Go Station) (905) 426-4860 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 I EPUMPPR C WATCHPR C WATCH online this week at 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 @ newsdurhamregion.com $1.38 $1.27 9 2 The federal election is more than one week into the cam- paign and many candidates have opened their campaign offices. If you want to find out more about a candidate here’s where you can find their office: AJAX-PICKERING Mark Holland - Liberal 1755 Pickering Parkway unit 22a Pickering, ON L1V 6K5 (in the Home & Design Centre - just north of the 401 off Brock Road) Tel: 905-424-7719 or 905-621- 6985 Rick Johnson - Conservative 1970 Brock Road, Pickering (just north of Kingston Road) Phone: 905-424-7706 PICKERING - SCARBOROUGH EAST Dan McTeague - Liberal 428 Kingston Rd, Pickering 905-421-8787 George Khouri - Conservative 1101 Kingston Rd. 905-718-8864 You can also get up-to-date information on the campaign by checking in daily on our election blogs. Go to newsdurhamregion. com and click on the link to the blogs. Uxbridge resident shares experience with illness By Jeff Hayward jhayward@durhamregion.com UXBRIDGE — Today, Nicole Vos of Uxbridge is happy and healthy with five daughters. But the 38-year-old’s first attempt to have a child a decade ago wasn’t successful as she contracted listeriosis during her pregnancy. With the most recent outbreak again claiming lives, Ms. Vos decided to share her experience. News Advertiser: When did you contract the listeria? Nicole Vos: In October 1998. I was pregnant with my first child, I passed it on to him. I was 28 weeks pregnant. Listeria induces labour and he was born and passed away shortly after that. NA: How did you contract listeria? NV: They never found the source. We had to deal with health and food inspectors to find out where we got it. We had to list every restaurant we had gone to for the past five weeks. At the time there was an outbreak of it in the U.S. NA: What were the symptoms? NV: Like a really, really bad flu. Bad pains in my neck, nauseated. I chalked it up that I had the flu. It felt like someone had hit me with a Mack truck in the back. NA: What was the treatment? NV: Heavy duty antibiotics for a while. We weren’t allowed to have another child for at least six months. NA: How long were you sick? NV: For a good two weeks I was sick, until I started on antibiotics. For three to four weeks I was still ill. NA: How did it affect your job? NV: I was working for head office for White Rose. After the (baby’s) funeral we basically just closed the door to the baby’s room. I went back to work right away. People pretended not to see me, no one knew what to say. NA: How do you avoid getting it again? NV: We’re always checking (food) expiry dates, even potato chips. We’re careful with deli meat that’s even close to the expiry date. NA: Do you have more immunity to listeria now that you’ve had it? NV: I think you become more immune to it, talking with our doctor. One you’ve had it you probably never have it again and maybe our kids will never have it. NA: Do you think the government is taking liste- ria seriously enough? NV: Yes. It’s nice to see people are getting more knowledge of it now. NA: Any more advice for the public to avoid get- ting this illness? NV: Stay away from uncooked food, soft chees- es. Especially pregnant women or those with a weakened immune system. The News Advertiser is asking all candidates in the upcoming federal election to answer 10 questions so the voters will get to know them a bit better. Here are the answers from George Khouri, who is running for the Conservatives in the Pickering-Scarborough East riding. Age: 49 Gender: male City of Residence: Lives in Ajax and has lived in the Pickering-Ajax area for over 26 years Occupation: Businessman Biography: My mini biography is on my web- site: www.georgekhouri.ca, Issues: Proponent of smaller, more efficient government. Safer communities. Healthy, ro- bust economy. Anti-liberal spending. Propo- nent of bigger tax cuts after decades of liberal over taxation. Stronger national defence and reasserting our sovereignty in the north. Reforming the judiciary and senate. 10 Questions: 1. What was your first job? Cashier at a building supplies store at the age of 16. 2. What is your favourite book? My favourite book is ‘The Prophet’ by Khalil Gibran. 3. What is your favourite movie? My favourite movie is Braveheart. 4. What got you involved in politics? It was natural to get involved when you come from a political family. 5. What TV show do you never want to miss? Not one current TV show falls in that category. 6. What music is on your iPod? Soft rock, classical, opera, classic French. 7. Where is your favourite local place to hang out? The Waterfront Bistro in Pickering. 8. What meal sets you apart from other cooks in your home? Barbecue and different ways of preparing eggs. 9. What one thing don’t a lot of people know about you The countless hours of community service and leadership as they were done not for glory, but to make our community a better place. 10. If you weren’t a politician what occupation would you want to be? If I wasn’t a politician I would want to be a writer or a travel tour organizer. Photo by Danielle Lewis Nicole Vos holds daughter Katrina. Ms. Vos had an experience with listeria 10 years ago that claimed her unborn son. A winning battle with listeria Conservative candidate is a fan of Braveheart 637 Kingston Rd. Pickering Beside National Sports 905-839-8399 www.diplomatpools.com 9 Time Readers Choice Award Winner2006 Award Winner ONLY STORE IN DURHAM OPEN ALL WINTER LONG FOR YOUR SPA NEEDS! ORDER NOW AND BE READY FOR WINTER! ANNUAL HOT TUB SALE SAVE $ $ SAVE $$ NewNew $$4799 WHITE WATER WAVE 110 or 220 volt 6-7 Person, 61 Stainless steel therapueutic jets, 3 pumps, ambience lighting, waterfall, foot massage, thermal cover, shoulder jets $$10,99910,999 FINAL PRICE! Only 4 m o d e l s l e f t ! Only 4 models left! 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Sunrise Dollar & More Tan for Free DAYTan for Free DAY Saturday Sept. 20/08 Receive 10% Off with this ad Come and see Dave or Larry & RECEIVE 500 BUSINESS CARDS for the price of 250 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Charity founder returns after covering all of Ontario for cancer survivor awareness By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — Ajax resident and cancer survivor Dee Miller has had her share of the Ontario outdoors this summer. “It rained the entire time,” she said. “It rained almost every day, especially for the first two months.” But that didn’t dampen her spirits. The founder of Renewed Strength, a registered Ontario charity to help can- cer patients who no longer qualify for specialized strength and mobility care, spent 100 days riding around Ontario to raise awareness and funds to help cancer survivors. The charity’s goal is to provide exer- cise training to men and women trying to regain strength after battling cancer. Although Ms. Miller didn’t raise the $100,000 she intended to, she did total about $40,000 and was happy to raise awareness. “People have just gone out of their way. It’s just been incredible,” she said in a phone interview after meeting with the mayor of Oakville. Ms. Miller is preparing for her ride back into Pickering and Ajax Wednes- day after cycling between 80 and 100 kilometres each day for a total of about 7,500 kilometres and visiting about 75 municipalities, covering the entire province. “Everyone’s pitching in, even though we’re not here,” she said of Ajax, em- phasizing Scrambles Restaurant, her starting point in June. Small communities all across Ontar- io showed their support. For example, a couple of riders raised more than $900 to go with her on one leg of her journey, and a group of cancer survi- vors in Kapuskasing couldn’t ride with her, but threw a huge reception for her instead. “It was fabulous, and having (my) mom there for 100 days was wonder- ful,” she said. Her mother, Bev May, was with her the entire time. She drove ahead in a donated Toyota and waited for her daughter to catch up. “We ran into a lot of bears,” Ms. Mill- er said. She added her mother stayed with her when they saw cubs, since the mother was close by. There was one instance about three weeks into her journey where Ms. Mill- er had an accident. She basically ran out of road in a construction area when a transport went by and flipped over on the shoulder. She didn’t break any- thing but had some shoulder damage, bruised herself pretty badly and broke a few areas on her bike. But it didn’t stop her. “We figure we got it over with nice and early, so that’s good,” she said, adding she didn’t want to jinx the next few days she had left at the time. Ms. Miller arrives Wednesday at Millennium Square (the foot of Liv- erpool Road) in Pickering at 4 p.m. and is heading to the Ajax Lions Club (500 Clements Rd. W., west of Westney Road) for a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. On Thursday she’ll celebrate her re- turn at the Cultural Expressions Art Gallery in Ajax (62 Old Kingston Rd.) from 3 to 6 p.m. It’s $5 to enter to help cover costs. For more information or to donate visit www.renewedstrength.ca. One hundred days of biking Ontario Dee Miller is returning Wednesday from a 100-day cycling journey around Lake Ontario. llege.ca/coned | 905.721.3052 CONTINUING EDUCATION There’s still time. Courses are starting soon, but there’s still time to register. Choose from: • (ASL) Communicating with the Deaf • Conflict Management for Committees • Medical Sciences 1A, 1B & 2 • Microsoft Office • OMDP - Human Relations • Spanish/French/Italian • Teaching &Training Adults For all your choices visit the website. durhamregion.comP PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 card is gone the purchase is racked up.” Charges on the stolen credit cards are typically in the $2,000 to $3,000 range, Det.-Const. Franssen said. It’s believed the thefts are the work of a team that travels from community to community, trying to stay a step ahead of the cops. Local women at the parking lot at the Real Canadian Superstore say they’re going to be more careful with their purses after hearing about the rash of thefts. Lynn Agan, an Ohio resident vis- iting her mother in Ajax, said though she doesn’t often put her purse in the cart, she has a method when she does. “I take the child strap and wind it around a couple of times,” she said, adding she’ll be more careful now that she heard about the thefts. Diane Reed, of Ajax, said she’s one of those people who tends to leave her bag in her shopping cart. “I do, people have told me not to leave my purse in the cart,” she said. “I wander away and have never had a problem.” But given the thefts, Ms. Reed also said she’s going to be more careful. On the other hand, fellow Ajax resident Vivian Wilcox said she never leaves her purse behind. “My daughter does that all the time and it makes me insane,” she said. “I never put my handbag down, never.” Ms. Wilcox said she likes to know where her purse is at all times, not just because of possible thefts, but so she doesn’t lose it. --With files from Reka Szekely Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Durham Police are warning women about wallet and purse thefts from shopping carts. Local shoppers vow to hang on to their wallets ✦ Local from page 1 Employees have voted 97 per cent in favour of strike action By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The union rep- resenting Durham’s 400 outside workers is a little bit ahead of the game in holding a strike vote, says the Region. “I think the process is going as well as can be expected, the parties have been meet- ing throughout the summer, so it’s not as if we haven’t been talking,” said Garth Johns, Dur- ham’s commissioner of human resources. Last week, members of the Canadian Union of Public Em- ployees (CUPE) Local 1785 voted 97 per cent in favour of a strike if they can’t come to terms with the Region. The 400 workers are employed in a number of areas, including water and sewage treatment, road maintenance and at waste transfer stations. “We had a strike vote to dem- onstrate to the Region that the bargaining team and the mem- bers were serious about the is- sues that were brought forward to them,” CUPE 1785 president Dan McGregor said. He declined to give specif- ics of what the union was ask- ing for, saying he didn’t want the talks to go bad before they started. But Mr. McGregor did say the sticky issues were on the monetary end of things, in- cluding wages, benefits and the contracting out of services. The union and the Region will head back to the bargaining table on Sept. 22 where they’ll meet with a conciliator, a neu- tral person who tries to help the two sides come to terms. If no agreement can be reached, a no board report is filed with the government. Once that happens, the union can le- gally strike or the employer can legally lock out the workers. But, as it stands, both sides say they’re heading to the table looking for a deal. “I’m optimistic that the local’s going with the intent to reach a deal; we’re not purposely try- ing to get into a strike position, but we do have to have our is- sues looked at seriously,” said Mr. McGregor, who predicts the earliest the union would be in a position to strike is mid-Octo- ber. However, Mr. Johns said Dur- ham is working on a contin- gency plan if there is a strike, which includes working on an agreement with the union on what services would still be provided. “Clearly we think that first and foremost, the parties should have an essential ser- vices agreements so that things like water are not adversely af- fected in the case of a strike,” he said. He also cautioned that the Region will be trying to bal- ance, money-wise, what the union is looking for and what Regional taxpayers can afford. “I think it will, in one way, be a tough set of meetings, the economic environment is not a good one right now. You just have to ask the people at Gen- eral Motors and (see) the whole ripple effect their situation has on the community.” The union’s four-year con- tract expired on March 31. Dickson 220 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax PRINTING LTD. 683-7940 Joe Dickson Words of Wisdom “We see with our eyes. We hear with our ears. We judge with our emotions.” If you like our quotes, you’ll love our printing. Paul Dickson, Gen. Mgr. Lynne Parker, Sales Mgr. (905) 433-9011 FALL ADULT WOODWORKING COURSES ENTERTAINMENT/ARMOIRE COURSE “DESIGN YOUR OWN CABINET” STARTS: MON. OCT. 6 - 15 WEEKS FURNITURE/CABINET MAKING “BUILD A PROJECT OF YOUR OWN CHOICE” STARTS:TUES. SEPT 30 - 15 WEEKS INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING “BUILD 1 OF 2 SPECIAL PROJECTS” STARTS:THURS. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Fred Eismont - Director of Advertising Deb MacDonald - 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 Good quality after-school care programs needed To the editor: I wonder where our children will be as school commences. Over the summer, families have been able to access camp programs for their school-aged children. Now that these camps have wrapped up for the summer what will these families do? Children will be in school for part of each day but what about after school? Is there a quality after-school program in your neighbourhood? Is it regulated? Safe? The government has provided limited resources to subsidize quality after- school programs. These programs often have long waiting lists and the fund- ing is not always sustainable. I say the problem is not enough spaces and not enough support from our elected officials to increase the number of sustainable child-care spaces. All I am asking is that you think about your children. A parent is the best advo- cate for their children. Kids need a safe place to go after school. Parents need to know their children are being properly looked after. Parents are working to make a good life for their families, to pay taxes and to contribute to society. I think it’s about time society gave something back. Will your choice for our next government help this happen? Diane Liscombe Oshawa ‘Middle ground’ in the bottled/tap water debate To the editor: Re: ‘Resident prefers bottled over tap water’, Sept. 11 letter. There is middle ground to the issue of bottled water versus tap water. It’s called refillable bottles. For many years I was a consumer of bottled water, and filled my overly large recycling bin weekly. One day while tossing yet another bottle in the blue bin it dawned on me how much energy it must take to produce the mountain- ous pile of empty bottles, and how much energy it takes to recycle this plastic back into usable form. Then it hit me: why not purchase a water cooler? Now, with a $10 deposit I have a reus- able 18-litre bottle full of clean spar- kling water. The bottle need only be produced once, and by refilling it with filtered municipal water at the grocery store, there is no additional energy required to recycle it. By purchasing an Energy Star Cooler I am consuming less energy as I have retired a second fridge. I’m even saving money on water, as the cost of refilling my 18-litre bottle is significantly less than to purchase the same volume in 500mL bottles. My blue bin has never been so empty. Reduce is the first of the 3 Rs for a reason! Dayle Lovely Ajax Older workers face problems after age 65 To the editor: Workers, watch out for your benefits as you approach 65. The Government of Ontario changed the law Dec. 12, 2006, to end mandatory retirement at age 65. Too bad it didn’t think through the impact on Ontario citizens achieving age 65 and continuing to work at their full- time jobs. My experience is that if you continue full-time employment after age 65 you lose extended health care, vision/hearing, dental, basic life, voluntary life, and long- term disability benefits. As older workers are encouraged to work past age 65, does this make sense? Continue to work and you lose benefits? Did the Ontario government think this through? Joan Gates 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 ◆ September 17, 2008A/P Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com This Week What is the biggest issue of this election campaign? The state of the economy Canada’s role in Afghanistan Global warming/environment Leadership Something else GM marks 100th birthday T uesday marked a momentous anniversary in world economic history as General Motors -- the leading automotive maker of the past 100 years -- celebrated its centennial. General Motors began in Detroit, America’s Motor City, one century ago as the automobile began to make its mark on everyday life. And the company and its famous nameplates -- Buick, Chevrolet, Pon- tiac, Cadillac and many others -- have been a central factor in North Ameri- can and world life for generations. Durham’s own connection to GM goes back a century as well, as Oshawa resident R.S. McLaughlin, head of the McLaughlin Motor Car Company, inked a deal with GM founder Bill Dur- rant to produce McLaughlin Buicks out of the Oshawa plant. In 1908, 154 cars were produced in Oshawa. A decade later, in 1918, Mr. McLaugh- lin and his brother George agreed to sell to General Motors and GM Canada was born. It marks 90 years of opera- tion this year. General Motors has supplied much of the economic horsepower that makes Durham Region the success it is today. Without GM and its thousands of work- ers who have toiled and raised families in Durham communities, it’s hard to imagine where the Region would be today. It may seem remarkable to some of the younger generation, but back when General Motors had well over half the vehicles on the road, the say- ing, “What’s good for General Motors is good for America,” rang true. However, plagued by competition from importers and through some dif- ficult economic downturns, General Motors has had some tough times in recent decades. While the company has stumbled with debt problems and has seen its market share plummet in the 1990s and into the new century, there is hope for better days ahead for GM. Under the aggressive leadership of CEO Rick Wagoner, the auto giant is attempting to lead the way into the future and rebound to its former place of economic glory. It’s hoped that, helped by a solid workforce and a community, province and country that want it to badly suc- ceed, General Motors will continue to build vehicles here for another 100 years. This Week For whom do you plan to vote in the upcoming federal election? Conservatives: 30% Liberals: 25% New Democrats: 35% Greens: 6% Other party: 1% No party: 3% Votes: 1,275 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com Former judge prefers Canadian elections which revolve around issues By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Is there a difference be- tween Canadian politicians and their counterparts in Pakistan. Ashraf Khan doesn’t think so. As a for- mer judge in the Islamic country, he had to approve candidates to ensure they were qualified, to ensure they had the Islamic requirements to run for office. Like Canadian politicians, it wasn’t un- common for a prospective candidate to show up to file nomination papers with the media in tow. Sometimes, if a candi- date didn’t meet the Islamic credentials, they would be refused. And, the media would be there to cap- ture it all. Now, Mr. Khan, his wife Asma Menion and their three children get to watch a Canadian election for the first time. Although they’ve only been in Canada for three months, Mr. Khan is following the election “quite a bit. “I know my friends are involved in it. I discuss it with them,” he said, adding he and some friends would like to help can- didates. This is the 18th election he’s been in- volved with, having served as a judge and returning officer in Pakistan for 14 years. He was in the judiciary and involved with an organization called Transparency In- ternational. “It was very much involved in transparency in Pakistan.” There’s a big difference in elections be- tween the two countries, he said. In Canada, elections are issue-based, while Pakistani elections are all about personalities. “Canadian politics is about more than parties. There are five parties and they have their own agendas they talk about -- immigration, taxation.” He pointed to the announcement last week by Steven Harper that a Conser- vative government would be withdraw- ing Canadian troops from Afghanistan in 2011. “It’s issue based. In Pakistan, there are no issues. It’s personalities, family, mus- cle power,” Mr. Khan said. Part of the reason is the Pakistani “elec- torate isn’t literate. Here, it’s personal policies and issues.” He’d “love to” vote and “I’d love to support a candidate, if the opportunity is given, especially if they are the people who will address the issues relating to the masses. “If I serve the candidate, I indirectly serve the people,” he said. “If they are able to solve problems for the masses, I would go to any length to help. “Before I left the country, I thought I might support the Green Party. Their agenda is so genuine. It’s not Canadian- based. It’s global,” he said. “If the environment affected someone (else in the world), it’s going to affect Canada. It’s something we should feel the pinch about. It speaks to an issue that af- fects all humanity,” he said. He doesn’t focus on the leader. “I focus on the agenda. What is the common pur- pose, the vision? What is the vision? Any- one can carry it on. People come and go. That is not important. “If we go for personality, Madonna would be elected Prime Minister in the UK. What are her skills to serve the coun- try? She can sing and act,” he said. His son Shaharyar, 10, “had an assign- ment to bring in information on politics. It’s very good. In Grade 5 and they are getting them involved in the system. It’s very good the school blends them into the system like that.” His daughters are Soma, 9, and Haya, 6. He served as a judge in Pakistan and was the second judge to resign when for- mer President Pervez Musharraf fired the country’s top judges. “It was a shock for me, eye-opening.” He’s been applying to immigrate to Canada for eight years. Now, he and his wife Asma Menion, also a lawyer, are hoping their legal background will lead to similar work in Canada. “I have 14 years in the judiciary in a Commonwealth country. The laws are the same,” he said. “I’m not able to get entry into any legal job. I have to upgrade my skills.” Currently, he works at a gas station and “takes abuse” from customers over prices. Keith Gilligan/ News Advertiser photo The Khan family is new to Canada and they are finding elections here are different than in their native Pakistan. Ashraf Khan and his wife Asma Menion were lawyers. Their children are Shaha- ryar, 10, Soma Khan, 9, and Haya Khan, 6. • Cut the right-of-landing fee in half; invested more (nearly $1.4 billion) in immigrant settle- ment programs; launched the new Foreign Credentials Referral Office; allowed those with Canadian work experience the chance to apply for permanent residence from within Canada; trying to modernize the immigration system through amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. • The government needs to do more to rec- ognize the work and educational experience of immigrants in the Canadian job market. If re-elected, Conservatives intend to place the issue of standardizing and recognizing foreign, professional credentials on the agenda of the next First Ministers meeting; • Will allow veterans of Allied and Common- wealth armed forces, people who fought on the same side as Canada in Second World War and Korea and who have lived in Canada for more than 10 years, to receive the Canadian War Veterans Allowance. -- from the party’s website The NDP has a plan for an improved immigra- tion system — to ensure fairness, boost Cana- da’s productivity, and ease family reunification. • Launched the Creating Fair Opportuni- ties plan to recognize foreign professionals — with national standards for credentials assessment; permanent training and bridging programs; and international reciprocity agree- ments; • Led the campaign to end punishing process- ing fees imposed on refugees and on immi- grant women and children escaping domestic violence; • Tabled legislation to speed up family reuni- fication by permitting any citizen or landed immigrant to sponsor for immigration one family member from outside the “family” clas- sification; • Pressured government to reform the visa program for fairness and efficiency — so visi- tors are not arbitrarily turned away overseas and families have proper visitation rights; • Worked to ensure fact-based appeals for refugee claimants by demanding the launch of the Refugee Appeal Division that Parliament mandated in law in 2002—ignored by every government since. -- from the party’s website • Restore fairness to the immigration system by reversing the unfair, sweeping discretion- ary powers given to the immigration minister to pick and choose among classes of people under the Conservative budget bill; • Liberals will also invest $800 million over four years to modernize and streamline the immigration system, while providing more flexibility and helping to better integrate new Canadians into the work force; • $400 million over four years to modernize the immigration system’s information, data gathering and processing procedures to streamline the system and reduce backlogs; • Providing a more timely and efficient refugee determination system, while respecting Cana- da’s international commitments to refugees; • Revamping the immigration points system to give greater weight to skilled trades, to better align Canada’s immigration policy to the needs of the labour market; • Creating In-Canada Fast Track, a new pro- gram to allow temporary workers, interna- tional students and live-in caregivers to apply for permanent residence within Canada. -- from the party’s website • Work to remove unnecessary barriers recognizing the professional credentials of im- migrants; • Support multicultural communities by assist- ing cultural organizations to obtain charitable status; • Improve cultural and business links with the home countries of new Canadians; • Work with municipalities and provinces to improve the integration of new Canadians into the multicultural fabric of our country; • Toughen the regulations governing the practices of immigration consultants; ensure enforcement and increase penalties for those convicted of human smuggling; • Conduct a full and open review of the Anti- Terrorism Act and the Public Safety Act to eliminate security certificates and the release of the five people detained under them unless formal charges are brought against them; • Regularize the estimated 200,000 people liv- ing in Canada without official status; • Open an investigation into allegations by the United Nations Human Rights Committee of Canadian officials co-operating with foreign agencies known to use torture. -- from the party’s website Personalities dominate Pakistani elections What are the federal parties’ positions on immigration durhamregion.comP PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 Direct Access 905.420.4660 TTY Access 905.420.1739 cityofpickering.com ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME www.picnet.org 905.831.6265 Events @ your library™ Programs for Adults Small Business Seminar: E-Commerce for Your Business Presented by Candace Carter, Back2Front - The Website People At the Central Library Wednesday, September 17th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm 2008 FINAL TAX NOTICE Second Instalment of the 2008 FINAL RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX BILL is due for payment SEPTEMBER 26, 2008 If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 (North Pickering 905.683.2760) or Toll Free 1.866.683.2760. Our offi ce hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Questions regarding your property assessment? • Please note that property assessment is the responsibility of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and that all assessment related inquiries should be directed to them at 1.866.296.6722. • Additional information regarding property assessment can be found on MPAC’s website: www.mpac.ca Tired of standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering offers the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. You can pay your taxes: • At participating fi nancial institutions. Please allow fi ve days before the due date for your payment to reach our office. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. • By mail. To avoid the late payment penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed fi ve days before the due date. Cheques post-dated for the due date are acceptable. Note: Your account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the post-marked date. • The “outside” drop box during or after business hours at the City municipal building on or before the due date. • By telephone/computer banking. Please check with your fi nancial institution for details. Please allow fi ve days before the due date for your payment to reach our offi ce. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not reduce your responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. A late payment fee of 1.25% is added to any unpaid taxes on the fi rst day of default and on the fi rst day of each month, as long as the taxes remain unpaid. The penalty and interest rates are set by City by-laws, pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act. The City does not have the authority to waive penalty and interest charges. Last Chance To Register All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. Sept. 10 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Sept. 15 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Sept. 18 Waterfront Coordinating Committee 7:00 pm Sept. 23 Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee 7:00 pm Sept. 24 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm Sept. 25 Library Board 7:00 pm Sept. 29 Special Planning & Development Committee 7:30 pm Do you love being near the water? Like fi shing, swimming, or bird watching? Unfortunately our shorelines, rivers, lakes and streams are getting littered with garbage. Help out by joining 59,000 other Canadians taking part in the TD Canada Trust Great Canadian Shoreline Clean Up between September 20-28. There are many opportunities to participate: • Community groups, businesses, cadets and scouts are encouraged to select a site and register with www.vanaqua.org/cleanup or call toll free 1.877.427.2422. You may also opt to join one of the other clean ups taking place that are “open to the public”. • Residents, families and students not involved with one of these other groups are welcome to join the City of Pickering and Toronto & Region Conservation. Call 905.683.7575 for details and to register to clean up Lake Ontario on Saturday, September 27th from 10 am - noon, rain or shine. Students, this event is eligible for community volunteer hours. The City of Pickering can help any volunteers clean up eff orts by providing supplies and waste disposal. Call 905.683.7575. sustainablepickering.com Congratulations to our 5 Bloom Winners! Thank you to all of those who participated in the 2008 Communities in Bloom Community Garden Competition. 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Now would be a great time to clean out all that “stuff” that has accumulated over the summer around the house & property. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 DURHAM — Expectant parents and those who think they’ll be expecting in the near future can pick up pregnancy and parenting information at a prenatal health fair later this month. On Sept. 22, Durham Regional Health Depart- ment and the Prenatal Coalition of Durham will host the fair. The event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Regional headquarters, located at 605 Rossland Rd. E. in Whitby. Parking and admission are free. “This is the first time that this very popular event will be held in the evening,” said public health nurse Cathie Logan. “We hope that this will allow individuals who have been unable to attend in the past an opportunity to visit the fair and take in one of the many displays and workshops of- fered.” Those attending the fair will get a chance to speak to health professionals and community support people and check out displays and re- sources. The info is targeted at women in any stage of pregnancy, dads-to-be and couples plan- ning a pregnancy, and new parents. Over 6.500 people have attended prenatal health fairs in Durham since they began in 2002. To obtain prenatal resources or for more infor- mation about the prenatal health fair, residents can call the Durham Health Connection Line at 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729, or visit www. region.durham.on.ca. Evening prenatal health fair PICKERING — Anyone recently laid off, down- sized, re-entering the job market or thinking of changing careers can get some help Wednesday from the YMCA Career Change Workshop. The workshop will provide information about career options to those wishing to completely change careers. The workshop is Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the YMCA Durham Employment and Community at 1550 Kingston Rd,, Pickering (Valley Farm Road and Hwy. 2). Ev- eryone is welcome. Call 905-427-7670 to reserve a seat. YMCA helping with career changes Get Local 24/7 mobile.newsdurhamregion.com 2/5'% 6!,,%9 !*!8 !.$ 0)#+%2).' 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Sept. 20th 10am-5pm Sun. Sept. 21st 10am-4pm OPEN HOUSE durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 Kristen Calis/ News Advertiser photo Riding for Terry PICKERING — Roberta Jagoe and her children, Catherine (middle), 9, and Michael (forefront), 8, chose to ride their bikes in the 2008 Pickering Terry Fox Run. The family participates in the run each year. Price to study in Durham is on the rise DURHAM — The price is going up for foreign students in Durham’s Catholic school board. Foreign students studying in the Durham Catholic District School Board will have to pay $9,750 this year, compared to $7,500 during the 2007/2008 school year. Secondary students will pay $10,750, up from $8,500. The fees include $1,250 for English as a second language. Last year, the board had six elementary and eight secondary foreign students, said a staff re- port presented to the Durham Catholic District School Board. V I D E O S O N L I N E Foreign student fees increased THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com DURHAM — If the public board reaches its goal, three quarters of its Grade 3 and 6 students will meet provincial literacy expectations by this June. The Durham District School Board is aiming to have 75 per cent of all Grade 3 and 6 students obtain a Level 3 or 4 - equivalent to a B or higher, on the Education Quality and Accountability Office testing for reading and writing. Level 3 is the provincial standard. “Our plan is an improve- ment plan,” said Luigia Ayotte, superintendent of programs regarding the ‘Literacy, Nu- meracy and Student Success Board Plan’ for 2008/2009. “Hopefully you’ve had an opportunity to go through the document cover to cover and if you have any ques- tions I’ll be happy to answer them,” she said to trustees at the board’s Sept. 2 standing committee meeting. Goals also include increas- ing success in Grade 3, 6 and 9 math and Grade 10 literacy. The document includes strategies and resources for success, such as literacy coaches working with teachers to plan and deliver a compre- hensive literacy program for students at risk; after-school tutoring for underachieving students; and, implementing a comprehensive literacy pro- gram in all primary and junior classrooms by June 2009. You’re Invited! Please join us for an informative seminar on European River Cruises Tuesday September 23rd – 7:00 pm Frenchman’s Bay Yacht Club 635 Breezy Drive, Pickering (off Oklahoma Dr.) Light refreshments & door prizes PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT. Cruise Holidays of Metro EastCruise Holidays of Metro East (90(905) 426-78845) 426-7884 Ont. Reg. 4616736Ont. Reg. 4616736 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 School board plans for improvement Highlights The Durham District School Board is aiming high for improvement this school year. By June 2009 it hopes to obtain major increases in the percentage of students meeting or exceeding pro- vincial expectations in read- ing, writing, and math. Below is a list of June 2009 targets and results from the 2006/2007 Educa- tion Quality and Account- ability Office. 2006-2007 results Grade 3 Reading: 63% Writing: 63% Math: 69% Grade 6 Reading: 65% Writing: 59% Math: 57% Grade 9 math Academic: 65% Applied: 32% Grade 10 literacy First-time eligible: 85% Academic: 95% Applied: 61% June 2009 targets Grade 3 Reading: 75% Writing: 75% Math: 72% Grade 6 Reading: 75% Writing: 75% Math: 65% Grade 9 math Academic: 75% Applied: 45% Grade 10 literacy First-time eligible: 90% Previously-eligible: 80% Academic: 99% Get Local 24/7 mobile.newsdurhamregion.com 1675 Bayly Street Brock & Bayly T: 905.421.9191 www.bessadakia.com info@bessadakia.comTotalKIA Coverage The Power to DeliverThe Power to DeliverKIA MOTORS The Power to Surprise™ Your Neighbourhood Kia Dealer KIA MOTORS The Power to Surprise™ 425 Bayly St., W. Ajax, Ontario 905.427.2500 www.bobmyerschev.com • sales@bobmyerschev.com Charlie Bartolo New Car Sales Manager CHEVROLET LTD. 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What began in 1983 on the kitchen table of an inspired and committed volunteer named Laura Cole, has blossomed into a national organization with chapters in every province. From hum- ble beginnings granting fewer than 20 wishes a year, the Founda- tion has established the capacity to fulfi ll upwards of 900 wishes annually. The Foundation owes it success to the thousands of volunteers who have contributed their time, talents and money over the years. Each fall, the Foundation hosts Wishmaker Parade in more than 100 communities across the country. Wishmaker is a pledge-based parade followed by a community celebration. Individuals, fami- lies, local businesses and community groups are invited to join in the celebration and collect pledges to grant wishes to seriously-ill children. In Durham Region, Wishmaker takes place on October 18, 2008 at St. Andrew’s Community Centre on Exeter Road, Ajax. Regis- tration is at 10 a.m. and the parade starts at 11 a.m. The Durham Wishmaker Parade is one of eight events in On- tario. This year, The Foundation’s Ontario Chapter has set a goal of $200,000. Community sponsors of the Durham parade are Investors Group, Bessada Kia, Campus Publications, EduKids Child Learn- ing Centres and EAS Exhibition Services Inc. Join in the fun on parade day. Register online at www.children- swish.ca or contact The Foundation at 905/427-5353 to receive a pledge form. For more information about Wishmaker, contact The Foundation or Kelly McLaren, Volunteer Chair, at 416/669-0067. Kyle meets Spiderman. Jordan meets his hockey heroes. Granting Wishes for nearly 25 years ADVERTISING FEATURE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 15 Pdurhamregion.com Our compliments to the Pickering Recreation Complex on their... 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There was little by the way of a downtown and no central hub to draw people together. But Quinn, along with Stephen Reynolds, responsible for programming and Everett Buntsma, responsible for construction, and many others in the community had a long term vision. It called for one multi- purpose facility that would house many activities under one roof and eff ectively become “The People’s Place.” With the community and town council on-side, the working group applied for – and received – a $4.5 million Wintario grant. The timing was perfect, according to Quinn, now the City’s Chief Administrative Offi cer. The provincial government was committed to building new recreational facilities and off ered the money to back them. The town found another $8 million for the project through investments and development charges, allowing the complex to be built debt-free. The building was fi nished within 12 months, ahead of schedule and on budget. The building went up in two stages, both constructed by contractor Ellis-Don. It was built from back to front, starting with the arena, pool and tennis courts. “We did it and it was the best of the best,” says Quinn. The prudence of that original vision has never wavered. In recent years, the building has undergone several transformations, including the current expansion of the squash courts and the addition of three aerobics studios – all without burdening the community. The current fi tness centre, for example, was accomplished by removing the arboretum and covering it over with a wooden fl oor. That business plan called for a 5-year re- payment; it paid for itself in two years. “We’ve never taken the easy way out,” says Quinn. “It’s easy to say We’ll put it in the budget. It’s harder to be creative. I’ve pushed to stay within our means.” Quinn says the original design of the building has allowed it to stand the test of time. Designed by local architectural fi rm, Beddall Shukla Partnership Architects, the open concept facility was meant to bring people together. Jack Shukla, one of the architects and a 25-year member, was inspired by what he’d seen growing up in India, training in England and travelling across Europe. He wanted a building that was open, airy and bright on the inside. “Activity was the focus,” he says. “We wanted it to be a very inviting and exhilarating space. When people walked around, they could see people doing activities. If they saw other people doing things, they would be less afraid to try them.” Shukla says one person who deserves much of the credit for making it a family friendly facility is his wife, Raji Shukla, also an architect. “Her idea was to humanize it and make it interesting,” he says. She and their daughter, then in high school, came up with the idea for a mother and baby turtle in the wading pool. The Pickering Recreation Complex has, in fact, proven that it was ahead of its time. Shukla’s goal in 1983 was to build something “healthier, greener, more attractive – not an institutional building” long before it was trendy. Shukla says he is pleased that his design was so overwhelmingly received by the people of Pickering – then and now. “It was unusual for its time. There was nothing like this out there,” he says. “But over the past 25 years, we’ve proven that this design was right.” Everett Buntsma, now Director of Operations and Emergency Services, has no doubt there will be future expansions as fi tness continues to gain popularity. He says the building’s design has left room for that growth. “We created a building that could be modifi ed to suit our current needs and those down the road,” he says. Tom Quinn’s more than 30-year career with the City has grown along with this important “hub” of the community; he says it’s one of the projects he’s most proud to be associated with. The “People’s Place” Survives the Test of Time Shown left to right is Evere t t B u n t s m a , T o m Q u i n n and Stephen Reynolds in 1 9 8 3 Shown left to right is Everett Buntsma, Tom Quinn and Stephen Reynolds in 2008 Dave Ochotta - Tennis Pro Pickering Rec Complex since 1983 The Health Club - updated annu a l l y , m o r e new equipment expected this fa l l The Aquatic Centre - Thousands of swimmers have learned to swim here. Construction of Pickering Rec Complex 1982 Congratulations to the Pickering Recreation Complex for25 years of keeping our community healthy, happy & safe. From the Management & staff at the THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 17 Pdurhamregion.com 1801 Valley Farm Road Pickering, ON Phone: 905-420-3369 1645 Pickering Parkway Pickering, ON Phone: 905-426-6603 PARKWAY RETIREMENT RESIDENCE to the Pickering Recreation Complex on your 25th Anniversary from your neighbours at the Parkway and Pickering City Centre Retirement Residences CC ongratulationsongratulationsCongratulations www.chartwellreit.ca Congratulations Pickering Recreation Complex on your 25th anniversary Limited spaces for our fall program available. Call today or visit our website www.laurieslearntoskate.com 905-831-7111 Pickering Potters Studio LOCATED IN THE PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX 1867 VALLEY FARM RD. | 905-420-2667 | PPS_POTTERY@YAHOO.CA Pottery Classes for all ages and levels “We are proud to be a part of the Recreation Complex’s success.” Call today for more information Jack Drinkwater has been at the Pickering Recreation Complex since the beginning – the very beginning. He bought his membership “on day one, as soon as I walked in,” he says with a laugh – and he’s never looked back. “It keeps me mentally fi t and alert,” he says. “I’m in very, very good shape.” Drinkwater is among many long-time members who say they wouldn’t go anywhere else. Louise Locker is among the most committed: the registered nurse moved from Scarborough to Pickering because of the “Complex” and even as she contemplates retirement, she won’t move away because of her attachment to the facility. “I’ve gone to other gyms,” she says. “But they’re just a room. This is open. It’s uplifting and to see other people doing the same thing as you is great. Misery loves company!” The design of the building is largely responsible for its popularity. Gladys Milbourn enjoys working out as she watches young children swimming or friends working out. She joined as a member in 1986, following her husband’s death. Milbourn chose the Complex because it was accessible by bus, and it quickly became an invaluable outlet for both socializing and staying in shape. “It’s part of my day. I swim, take a sauna and come home for a nice lunch,” she says. “I just love it there.” Milbourn knew very few people in Pickering when she bought her fi rst membership. She and her husband had moved there not long before his death. Going to the Complex allowed her to make new friends and enjoy swimming at the same time. “I’ve made lots of friends and we socialize a lot,” she says. “I’m very happy when I’m there and it’s a reason for me to get up in the morning.” Milbourn says the staff make the visit all the more pleasant. She signs in every day, and for showing up 100 times, she received a prize from Council and the Mayor each year. Milbourn says that kind of recognition has meant a lot to her. “Every day I’m thankful we have this beautiful facility,” she says. Locker is equally grateful. She says she was fat as a child and vowed never to return to her former shape after having her children. Today, she works out fi ve to six days a week and with her 60th birthday ahead of her, Locker says she’s never felt better. “That’s my lifestyle now,” she says. “I feel good. I know how good it feels to exercise. And, over the years, I’ve met a lot of great people and made a lot of good friends who all have a good outlook on life.” Locker is thrilled with the upcoming expansion, as she’d like to branch out and try new things such as spinning. She says the staff at the complex have kept her motivated and inspired to try new things. “They’re so knowledgeable,” she says. Drinkwater is also excited to see the new equipment. He’s been impressed to see the Complex keep up with technology over time. “We’ve seen a lot of changes, especially with safety,” he says. “For example, instead of lifting weights on their own, there’s now a rack they rest in so they can be stopped.” The building’s original architects, Jack and Raji Shukla, are also founding members. He uses the exercise and fi tness rooms; she’s into fi tness and stretching classes. At 72, he credits his workouts every other day with keeping him youthful. Shukla is pleased that so many people continue to be attracted to the facility he and his wife designed. He says the “open and liberating space” has become everything he wanted it to be. 25-Year Membership Has Its Benefi ts It’s always been known as “the people’s place” and that’s likely to be true as the Pickering Recreation Complex enters its next quarter-century. Construction of a new $4 million dollar expansion on the north side started in August and is expected to be fi nished in a year. The new wing will house three aerobics studios, two doubles squash courts and feature upgrades to the men’s and women’s membership change rooms. “This is really going to enhance the facility,” says Stephen Reynolds, Pickering’s head of Culture and Recreation. He has been involved in the Complex in one form or another since its original construction. “with each major addition we’ve renewed the building, we’ve made it current. “ The enhancements this time around will off er the latest in fi tness equipment and construction. The three new studios will feature wood sprung fl oors, as well as individual controls for temperature, lighting and sound. While they have been allocated into specifi c uses – one for spin/strength, another for mind/body and one for group fi tness classes – users get to decide what classes they would like to see within them. They also get to test, and vote for, their favourite new fi tness equipment at the Pickering Recreation Complex 25th Anniversary Open House on September 20th. Guests will be able to try out the hottest trends in fi tness including: • Spinning Bikes – 3 kinds to try and rate • Concept 2 Rowing Machine – newest model with built in video display • ‘Body Pump’ Equipment with Rack • Pilates Reformer • Plyometrics Boxes – with video display • Equalizers • Kick Boxing Gloves / Focus Pads / Heavy Bags • Kettle Bells • Agility Ladders • Fit Discs • Heavy Weight 6-foot tubing “We also plan to show video of new and popular classes so people can experience what classes look like,” says Heather Harrison, Coordinator of Fitness and Health. “If you wonder ‘What is NIA?’, well, watch the video and fi nd out!” You can also check out the Wii Fit Gallery and the Family Fitness area where you can play well-loved games such as frisbee, soccer and tag. As well, to mark the occasion, there will be an attempt to break the current Guinness World Record for the most people simultaneously yo-yoing, which requires more than 440 people! Reynolds says the community’s input has been key to the success of the Pickering Recreation Complex. It was user groups who recommended an eight lane pool and squash courts with spectator seating, both of which have put Pickering on the sports map. “It’s still looked at as one of the best facilities in Ontario,” says Reynolds, adding that the original design of the building – open concept with many activities under one roof – has allowed the complex to maintain its appeal even as competition from private gyms has grown. “We really have a wide range of programs, making it a great facility for all ages, levels and abilities and particularly for families,” he says. “If a child is in a swimming lesson, for example, a parent can be doing a workout.” Reynolds says, fortunately, the original design has also allowed for expansion. He has no doubts that there will be more additions in the future. “It’s a facility that met the needs of Pickering when its population was 50,000. Now we’re closing in on 100,000 and continuing to meet those needs. We’ll continue to look at those needs as we head into the future.” On the Right Track: Community Has a Voice in Expansion CELEBRATING THE 25th ANNIVERSARY OF THE PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH STARTING FROM 9 am Shown left to right, Louise Locker , J a c k D r i n k w a t e r a n d Gladys Milbourn Construction of a new $4 million dollar expansion on the north side started in August and is expected to be fi n ish ed in a ye ar. Event durhamregion.comP PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Programs offered once a week, evenings or weekends in AJAX • CANNINGTON • OSHAWA PICKERING • WHITBY LANGUAGES AVAILABLE Learn a new language or increase your knowledge of an international language. Beginner to advanced classes are offered. 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Wii Fit Gallery 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Aquatics Viewing Gallery Welcome to Fitness Technology – it’s current, it’s fun ... and it’ll make you sweat!! Try balance, yoga, strength and running – Second Floor games. All the best in computer-aged fi tness! These novel activities will be integrated into adult and child fi tness programming in 2009! Kindergym 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Main Floor Combatants Room Enjoy some active play in the Combatants Room. Time will fl y by as children ages 6 months to 6 years enjoy the trampoline, balance beam & soft gym equipment. Activities will involve hand-eye coordination, fl exibility, fi ne motor skills and social skills. Be sure to reserve your spot at the registration desk! Creative Play 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Main Floor Creative Centre Looking for creative play-time? The Creative Centre is the right place for you! Children up to 6 years of age will explore their senses through arts, crafts and music. Reserve your spot at the registration desk. Art 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Second Floor – Art Studio Children will explore the exciting world of art! Bring out your child’s creative side in the Art Studio where they will create their own art work under our instructor’s guidance. Open to youth ages 4 1/2 to 15 years. Be sure to reserve your spot at the registration desk. Tennis 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Tennis Courts Come and try Tennis – ages 6-60 years! SKOT Tourney starting at 9:30 am Squash Courts This season’s kick-off squash tournament is open to all ages and abilities. Sign up in the squash courts at 9:30 am or just – open to all levels/ages stop by to see the tourney unfold. Free Teen Stuff 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Second Floor Teens can join the FREE TEEN STUFF staff to play foosball, singstar and rock band, see a great break dancing demo, or get your nails “arted” up. 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Snack Bar & BBQ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm South Lot Grab a bite to eat at the Canadian Progress Club Durham Region Women Snack Bar – 80’s prices in eff ect! – volleyball courts Drive-In Movie 7:45 pm South Arena Parking Lot The Odeon Drive-In is revived at this 25 Year Celebration! Pull up and enjoy the movie from the comfort of your car – make sure to carpool so everyone gets a seat! Enter off Valley Farm Road (north drive) to the South Lot. Catholic budget opens with funding challenges for next year DURHAM — The Catho- lic school board is getting closer to having a “real balanced budget.” The Durham Catholic District School Board is starting the school year with a $1.9-million short- fall, smaller than in the past. In June, the shortfall was predicted to be $700,000 more, said a staff budget update presented to the Durham Catholic District School Board at its Sept. 8 meeting. “That number contin- ues to dwindle every year,” said Ryan Putnam, super- intendent of business. Soon the board will have a “real balanced budget” because it won’t require the use of the reserves, he said. He also provided an update on the money re- leased by the Province in late August. The Province fully fund- ed everything the board assumed it would when it approved its budget be- fore summer break. Ontario’s funding a four-year deal with teach- ers that would expire in 2012 and feature a three per cent wage increase each year for boards that sign contracts before Nov. 30 – those who don’t will only get two per cent for two years. Benefits are to remain the same for 2008 and 2009, only allowing for inflation. Enhancements in- cluded in the provincial framework which start this school year include $321,000 for elementary supervision, $142,000 for secondary programming, $81,000 for occasional teachers, and $205,000 for support staff professional development. The board’s revised es- timates, based on a lower enrolment decline than forecasted, improved its financial position by $350,000. The change re- duces the board’s depen- dency on reserves this year, making more avail- able to lessen next year’s shortfall. But, with a forecasted enrolment drop of 560 full- time students, the board could be out another $1.4 million, bringing the funding challenge to $3.3 million for the 2009/2010 year, said Mr. Putnam’s re- port. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY View Flyers/Coupons At Carrier of The Week Robert Today’s carrier of the week is Robert. Robert enjoys snowboarding & dirt biking. Robert has received a gift card from Pickering Town Centre, and a dinner voucher from McDonald’s. 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Ajax and Pickering Locations pickeringtowncentre.com Wednesday September 17, 2008 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com School board shortfall getting smaller Parents as Partners Conference is Nov. 22 DURHAM — Just because it isn’t wrong, doesn’t make it right, is the lesson being taught at this year’s Parents as Partners Conference. The Durham District School Board’s Nov. 22 event features renowned children’s author Barbara Coloroso presenting ‘Just Because It’s Not Wrong Doesn’t Make It Right: From Toddlers to Teens – Teach- ing Kids To Think and Act Ethically.’ The conference runs 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in Sinclair Secondary School’s cafeto- rium, 380 Taunton Rd. E. in Whitby. Tickets are $25 and in- clude child care for kids ages three to 10 years. The deadline for registration is Nov. 1 and forms to do so are available at local public schools. 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Whether it is a messy book bag, an unkempt locker, confusing notes, or sloppy handwriting, being disorganized makes it diffi cult for students to stay focused and achieve their potential. • Homework. Like it or not, homework is a school reality. Avoiding it won’t make it go away. The sooner a student develops good homework habits, the easier it becomes. Put a homework strat- egy and schedule together and stick with it. • Study Skills. Most students don’t really know how to study and that is simply because proper study skills are rarely taught in school. To be effective, studying doesn’t have to take hours. Proper study skills reduce stress, cut down on study time, and help students during testing. • Attendance. One of the easiest ways to get good grades is to show up – in body and in spirit. 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The Whitby woman said she was running into the Wal-Mart Super- centre in Oshawa to pick up devel- oped photos on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at about 11 a.m. When she returned seven min- utes later, the dog was missing, she said. Two women who witnessed the incident told Ms. Howsam they saw a middle-aged man, who was about six feet tall and 140 pounds, reach through the window, un- lock the door and grab Bailey. The dog managed to escape and disap- peared among the parked cars in the lot while the man proceeded in the opposite direction, they said. The case is just one of many pil- ing up across the region in recent months as lost pet signs flood into the Durham Region Humane Soci- ety in Oshawa. Small dog thefts have been a problem throughout the province for years and can be attributed to their easy transport and conceal- ment, as well as a rise in their value and interest for them, hu- mane society manager Ruby Rich- ards said. “Thieves tend to be aiming for the fashionably tiny toy dogs be- cause so many people are will- ing to spend thousands of dollars on them and they know they can make money from it.” Durham Regional Police have not seen an increase in recent stolen dog reports but this could be because people are simply not going to the police for help, Ms. Richards said. The Humane Society has larger dogs staying for long periods of time while the “Paris Hilton-type dogs” are swept up as soon as they arrive, she said. “They’re like gold,” Ms. Richards said, referring to the value of the small breed dogs, including chi- huahuas, Yorkshire terriers, poo- dles and Shih Tsus, among others. Thieves also prefer smaller dogs for breeding purposes, which is why spayed or neutered dogs tend to be less likely targets for theft, Ms. Richards said. Some have even been known to be smuggled to other provinces or countries, which is why stolen pet cases with small dogs rarely lead to happy endings for the owners, she added. It’s important that owners of all dogs -- especially the smaller types -- ensure they are not leav- ing them alone in their backyard or car, which tend to be common areas for theft, she said. “If you wouldn’t leave your child unattended, you shouldn’t leave your pet unattended either.” Ms. Howsam said she has put up hundreds of signs of Bailey around town wherever she can, but to no avail. “When you own a pet, they be- come a part of your family,” she said. “I’ve searched every sewer, every bush, every bench, every pond, and been to every door in the area looking for her.” Bailey is an all-white laso-mal- tese weighing about four pounds, with black eyes and nose. Any- one with information about her whereabouts is urged to call Ms. Howsam at 905-244-8881. 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Programs offered once a week, evenings or weekends in AJAX • CANNINGTON • OSHAWA PICKERING • WHITBY LANGUAGES AVAILABLE Arabic Cantonese German Greek Gujarati Hebrew Hindi Italian Japanese Korean Mandarin Persian Polish Punjabi Serbian Spanish Tamil Ukrainian Urdu Learn a new language or increase your knowledge of an international language. Beginner to advanced classes are offered. SECONDARY CREDIT AND ELEMENTARY CLASSES START THE WEEK OF September 29, 2008 REGISTER ONLINE at www.dce.ca OR call 905-436-3211 • 1-800-408-9619 OR visit E.A. Lovell 120 Centre St. S. Oshawa For locations visit www.lonestartexasgrill.com &!*)4!/. COME ON INTO LONE STAR AND '%4 9%2 HURRY - LIMITED TIME ONLY! THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 PAGE 21 A/Pdurhamregion.com Spike in small dog thefts throughout region Submitted photo Bailey, an all-white laso-maltese, was stolen from a car in Oshawa. The Dur- ham Region Humane Society says thefts of small dogs are on the rise. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Pickering comic making his mark Tim Nasiopoulos featured in The Greek School Dropouts By Mike Ruta mruta@durhamregion.com PICKERING — While it can take a painter or author years, even decades, to know if a work is a success, stand-up comedy is a different thing altogether. “It’s an interesting art where you know right away how it’s going,” said Tim Nasiopoulos. “It’s a great feeling when you can go up there and have a w hole room of people connect with w hat you’re doing.” And, when a bit doesn’t go over well, or needs a little tweaking, it similarly takes the immediacy of a live audience’s reaction to come to that realiza- tion. “The funny thing is you have to go through it to know how to make the joke better,” said the Pickering resident. Nasiopoulos and two fellow comics are presenting The Greek School Dropouts on Sept. 21 in Toronto. While all three are from a Greek background and grew up in the Toronto area, Nasiopoulos said the similarities end there as their comedic styles are “very different.” Dini Dimakos, who’s seen on Much Music’s Video on Trial and Stars Gone Wild, focuses on rela- tionships, celebrity gossip. The “very laid back” Mano- lis Zontanos, who starred in his own Comedy Now special on CTV and The Comedy Network, talks a lot about the awkward- ness in dating. Nasiopoulos recently shot the film ‘The Return of Zoom’ alongside Hollywood star Tim Allen. The Pine Ridge Secondary School graduate performs across Canada with Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Clubs and in New York at the Gotham Comedy Club. “I tell stories about growing up, being in a household as an adult with Greek parents,” he said. “It’s funny on its own because they treat you like a child no matter how old you are.” Other subject matter includes embarrassing stories, perhaps about a night out with friends or a past relationship. Nasiopoulos will sometimes tailor his comedy to suit his au- dience, in Ajax throwing in a joke comparing the ironic jux- taposition of having a nuclear power station located on the ar- ea’s beautiful waterfront. But, in the end, he says funny is funny and audiences are pretty similar no matter where he performs. “If your material is true to it- self, it doesn’t matter where you are,” he said. He’s been in the business off and on for five or six years, but in the past year or so has been giving it all he has. Nasiopoulos is hoping some press attention in his hometown will help smooth things over a bit with his folks, who had other career ambitions for their son. “It might validate myself to my parents if they see some- thing in the News Advertiser,” he laughed. The Greek School Dropouts is Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. at the Pana- sonic Theatre, 651 Yonge St. (just south of Bloor Street at St. Mary Street). Tickets for the show are $22 each ($20 for groups of eight or more). For tickets call Ticket King at 1-800-461-3333. Tim Nasiopoulos Photo by Adrien Veczan Young performers ready for their turn on stage in Ajax AJAX — From left, Harish Satheesh, Anitha Shrishanhar, Rhivya Santharupan and Karthy Rarunararan are performing in the 7th annual Durham Tamil Youth Festival. Organized by the Durham Tamil Association, the free event is a celebra- tion of Tamil culture in the J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate/Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School community theatre on Sept. 20. The entertainment begins at 6 p.m. ‘I tell stories about growing up, being in a household as an adult with Greek parents. It’s funny on its own because they treat you like a child no matter how old you are.’ -- TIM NASIOPOULOS Charity to honour murdered artist Pickering native Brad Johnston killed in British Columbia PICKERING — Nearly four years after the death of an artist who grew up in Pickering, his family is pleased to announce a charitable foundation set up in his memory. Brad Johnston, 24, was assault- ed by strangers outside of a bar and killed in January, 2005 while visiting family in British Colum- bia. Earlier this year, three of the five men on trial for his death were found guilty of manslaugh- ter and assault causing bodily harm. Mr. Johnston was a talented artist, and the family wants to help send deserving young art- ists to school for post-secondary education in fine arts and classi- cal animation. The Bradley Mark Johnston Educational Founda- tion was already set up to accept mail-in donations, but now that it’s registered with CanadaHelps, any donation made is tax deduct- ible. Donations can also be made anonymously. “We are excited about the as- sistance that we have been able to provide to these aspiring young artists to date and look forward to this testimonial to Brad’s memory continuing for a very long time,” his mother Sherrie Johnston said on behalf of the family in an e- mail. To donate visit www.canada- helps.org and search for the foun- dation’s name. ‘We are excited about the assistance that we have been able to provide to these aspiring young artists to date and look forward to this testimonial to Brad’s memory continuing for a very long time.’ -- SHERRIE JOHNSTON This all-you-can-eat offer is for one person only and cannot be used for meal sharing, Carside or carry-out orders. crispy shrimp $12.99 chicken fingers $13.99 riblets $11.99 Choose an all-you-can-eat entrée! endless favourites™ Applebees.com ©2008 Applebee’s International Inc. Limited Time Only AJAX )--Caf_klgfJgY\=YklLg?g1(-%,*.%.,,( 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa CREDIT NIGHT SCHOOL REGISTER ONLINE at www.dce.ca OR call 905-436-3211 • 1-800-408-9619 OR visit E.A. Lovell 120 Centre St. S. Oshawa WE CAN HELP! NEED YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA BUT CAN’T ATTEND DAY CLASSES? Earn credits toward your high school diploma or upgrade for employment or post-secondary programs. 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But two years and hundreds of painted mailboxes later, she decided she wanted more. “I just found it monotonous,” she said. “I just found I wanted to paint.” Now, she’s a member of Oshawa Art Association (she’s also the group’s mem- bership chairwoman) and will be one of many members exhibiting works at the annual Fall Art Festival, Sept. 18 to 21. Mostly self taught, Recalla works in acrylics on canvas of various sizes, pro- ducing pictures which let her sense of humour shine. “They’re kind of folk-type art. I had done serious art but I find I like humour. I try to fit humour in my art. I get a good reception from people.” The Oshawa Art Association is celebrat- ing the 27th anniversary of the fall festival this year. Once held at Camp Samac, it’s now found a home at Northview Commu- nity Centre, 150 Beatrice St. E. The works of artists will be on display and for sale over four days. “It’s a great support group,” Recalla said of the organization. “It’s surprising how many people in Durham Region and beyond are involved in the arts. It’s bigger than you think. It’s nice to exchange ideas and views with others. You learn a lot from it.” Recalla also belongs to other local arts organizations, including Scugog Council for the Arts and PineRidge Arts Council. For more about her art, go to www.sha- ronrecalla.com. The opening of the Fall Art Festival takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 18. Hours for the show are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 19, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 20 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 21. Admission is free. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Sharon Recalla is one of the many members of the Oshawa Art Association taking part in the Fall Festival at Northview Community Centre, Sept. 18 to 21. SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 Why not try curling? Bring your own team or join ours! Curling season starts Oct. 14/08 To view our rates and applications, visit us @ www.toronto.com/annandale P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008 durhamregion.com Pickering juniors battle back twice to finally subdue Lindsay for home-opening win By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — A week after being road kill in Port Hope, Pickering Panthers’ head coach Bill Brady was uncertain how his club would react at their own home opener on Sunday. Would it be the ‘deer-in-the- headlights’ team of a week ago in an 8-2 loss to the Port Hope Predators? Or, would a dif- ferent Panthers’ club show up? Facing the Lindsay Muskies at the Pickering Recreation Complex, the Panthers raised their play and toughed out a 4-3 victo- ry in their first OHA Ontario Pro- vincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League game on home ice this season. The victory evened the Pan- thers’ mark to 1-1 on the season, leaving them tied for fifth in the Ruddock Division with five other teams. The Pickering juniors return to action tonight (Wednesday) w hen they host the Trenton Hercs at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 7:30 p.m. The Panthers were buoyed on Sunday by their power-play unit, with all four Pickering goals coming with the man advantage, two of them coming on 5-on-3 opportunities. According to Brady, the Pickering Panthers were an en- tirely different club compared to a week ago when they were pul- verized by Port Hope. “I think, overall, it was a much better effort by everybody from the goaltender on out. It was a good team effort. Everyone was more relaxed and we played better as a team,” explained Brady, who earned his first win as Panthers’ head coach. Brady admit- ted the Panthers’ psyche seemed to sink after a tough first period, which saw the Muskies trot out to a 2-0 lead, the sec- ond goal coming while Lindsay was short-handed. After tying the score at 2-2 early in the third, the Panthers fell behind again early in the frame, but battled back to score two in the third, including the game winner off the stick of Paul Jackiw. “To their credit they dug deep and came back. Hopefully they know now that they have the con- fidence in what they can do. We don’t expect to win every night, but we expect to have a chance to win the game,” said Brady. The head coach was most im- pressed with the work of goalten- der Jared Cowley, who’s part of a goalkeeping triumvirate with fel- low netminders Chris Seiler and Terrence Reid. He also praised the work of forward Richard Duncan, who was in on three of the four Pickering markers, drawing three assists. Aaron Engelage, Andrew Fair- ney and rookie Connor Ste. Marie had the other Pickering power play markers. The Panthers play their third home date in a row when the Kingston Voyageurs come to the Pickering Recreation Complex on Friday at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Panthers are at Bowmanville’s Garnet B. Rickard Sports Complex for the OPJHL’s annual Governors’ Showcase, with all 37 teams in action. The Panthers play the Brampton Capitals that day at 2:30 p.m. Panthers show mettle against Muskies Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Pickering Panthers’ Des Cowan, right, becomes entangled with Lindsay Muskies’ Andrew Love during the Panthers’ OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League home opener at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Sunday. The Panthers earned a 4-3 victory. ✦ For Panthers-Muskies scoring summary, Panthers’ Postscript, Sports 25 Notre Dame senior girls down Frontenac in Limestone City Tip-Off final AJAX — The Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Lady Cougars continued their reign as champs at the Limestone City Girls’ Tip-Off Tournament in Kingston last weekend. The defending Lake Ontar- io Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) senior champion Cou- gars repeated at the 16-team se- nior girls’ basketball tournament with a 55-33 victory over Fron- tenac Secondary School in the final. According to Cougars’ coach Rose Booker, the Notre Dame girls gathered momentum throughout the two-day tournament, winning all five of their games to re-capture the pre-season crown. “As the tournament progressed, we played our game and never looked back,” said Booker. Centre Nicholle McKenzie led the way with 14 points in the final. Shanica Baker scored 10, while point guard Catherine Bougoulias added eight. In the semi- final, the Lady Cougars earned a shot at the cham- pionship with a 50-26 victory over Saunders from London. Bougoulias led Notre Dame with 15 points, followed by Baker with 13; McK- enzie and Monique Johnson each added eight. The Lady Cougars swept through pool play at the Lime- stone City tournament, winning all three contests. In Game 1, Notre Dame downed Regiopolis-Notre Dame 40-38. McKenzie held the hot hand with 18. Maria Pe- nola, Bougoulias and Rona Tamayo all re- corded five-point ef- forts. Next, the Lady Cougars dispatched Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute 49-23. Tynelle Taylor-Chase paced the Cougars with a 10-point game. Baker and McKenzie each had eight, followed by Brianna Thomas with five. In their final pool game, the Notre Dame girls defeated TISS (Thousand Islands Secondary School) 49-39. McKenzie popped in 18, Bougoulias had seven, while Baker and Thomas had six apiece. The Notre Dame Lady Cougars return to the court today (Wednesday) for their LOSSA se- nior girls’ regular- season opener against Pickering’s Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas at the north Ajax school. Game time is 2:30 p.m. Next month, the Lady Cougars host their annual Notre Dame- News Advertiser Basketball Clas- sic at the school on Oct. 3 and 4. Twelve teams are expected to compete. 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Send resume to: Stacy Matheson Schofield-Aker Insurance 337 King St. W., Oshawa, ON L1J 2J8 smatheson@schofieldaker.com or fax to: (905)723-7688 As an innovative third party administrator, PDAdmin Group has partnered with some of the largest and most financially sound insurance companies in the Canadian market. 2 Positions Available Administrative Support / Receptionist We offer a challenging, team-oriented work envi- ronment, competitive income and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Excellent English language communications skills, both written and oral are a requirement of this position. French an asset. PDAdmin Group 211 Consumers Road Willowdale, Ontario cross@pdadmin.com Tired of Minimum Wage?? TRAIN FOR A REWARDING CAREER IN: •CNC MACHINING •WELDING • TSSA & CWB TEST CENTER • "B" PRESSURE TESTING FOR ALBERTA • FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE MAY BE AVAILABLE TO EI, ONT WORKS, WSIB, ODSP, and OSAP CLIENTS IF YOU QUALIFY INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL TRADES 1-800-461-4981 www.learntoweld.ca Albion Hills Industries Ltd. Has an opening for an AZ HIGHWAY DRIVER Requirements • Clean abstract, clean criminal search • Some experience an asset, training provided • Able to cross U.S. border We offer • Busy, organized, satellite dispatch • Home every weekend • Weekly Pay, Direct Deposit • 100% Company Paid Group Benefits • Company Paid Group RSP Contact Carol/Bryan (905)665-6752, ext 1 Fax Resume to 905-665-6769 Outside Sales Representative MGT Distribution requires Outside Sales Representatives to join our winning team! Requirements: - Fluency in English, (another language is a plus) -2-3 years outside sales experience to retailers. -Your own vehicle is required. Base Salary $3000/month Please email resume to jobs@mgtdistribution.com Or fax to 416 644-5199 Careers Drivers General Help Christian Non-Profit Daycare looking for Contract P/T and Supply positions in Pickering Fax resume to: Hiring Committee 905-839-8273 DRYWALLER NEEDED,6 months experience for garages. Vehicle required. Call Goldie 416-803-4328 EAVESTROUGH installers needed. Use your own ma- terials or ours. Work all year around, top rates. Call Annie at 416-438-4344. EXPERIENCED FULLY equipped siding crews re- quired for Complete Home Re & Re insurance job. Call Annie (416)438-4344. GENERAL LABOURER required for Ajax grocery store. Duties are restocking, inventory, receiving, counterhelp, food preparation. Experience preferred. Call (905)426-4337 or Email resume : damfoods@rogers.com HARD WORKING Kitchen Staff required for very busy restaurant. Apply in per- son: Chatterpaul's, 3500 Brock St. N., Whitby. HARDWOOD FLOORING company requires experi- enced hardwood installers helper. In Markham/ Scar- borough/ Pickering/ North York Area. 8am-5pm, Call 416-830-3932. Fax: 416- 292-6414 HOMEWORKERS need- ed!! To Assemble Prod- ucts- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Com- puter Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experi- ence Needed! FREE infor- mation at www.Jobs-WorkAtHome.com Reference 2-107 Careers Drivers General Help JANITORIAL COMPANY looking for experience sub- contact floor cleaners for retail location. Mornings, 7-days a week, couples preferred. Charlee (905)820-9400, cell (416)899-0856. E-mail: ccosta.environmental @bellnet.ca. 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 person willing to talk to small groups. A car and internet needed. Please call There- sa 905-723-6290. 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 MEAT CUTTER Full Time Min 3yrs Exp. Required im- mediately for Armstrong's IGA, Orono. 905 983 5306 Ask for Peter/Tanya. Knowledge of Sobeys Pro- gram an asset METALSMITHS,trendy accessory store (Pickering Centre) has positions for Assistant Manager, full time and part time sales associates, excellent wage structure, bonuses, incen- tives, benefits. Apply in person with resume. WINDOW & SUNROOM manufacturer requires peo- ple who enjoy working with their hands and can accurately read a tape measure. Fax resume to 905-686-4798 or call 905- 686-9842 after 4 p.m. Ext. 305 General Help General Help ONTARIO DUCT CLEANING requires full /part time technicians with good driving record and own transportation. Professional & mechanically inclined. fax 905-655-9069 or email grecon.systems@ sympatico.ca PART TIME CLEANER needed. Excellent pay, will train. Please call (905)666- 0719. PART-TIME CHEF,Wait Staff, Buspersons & Kitch- en Help required. Apply in person with resume to Eggscrepe Restaurant, 250 Bayly St. West, Ajax. (905)683-3535 PRIVATE FOSTER CARE agency is looking for peo- ple who are committed to providing a loving stable home to children. Training, supervision and support provided. Please call Caro- lyn 1-877-250-5652 REGISTRATION Officers. $20 hr/ avg. Cash Incen- tives Paid Daily. We Train You! 905 435 0518 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 Salon & Spa Help ASSISTANT WANTED for busy Salon located in Whitby..Part time/Full time Professional, modern Sa- lon looking for someone special to join our team. please call 905-995-9944 for an interview. HAIR SALON MANAGER & HAIR STYLISTS wanted for fast-growing Durham region salon We are looking for a manager & hair stylist that are interested in joining one of the fastest growing hair salon companies in Ontario. Good wages, commissions and other incentive programs available. Please call 905-686-4128 905-686-9174, fax 905-686-8761 STYLIST WANTED,one month free rent! Must have clientele. Available imme- diately. Call Tuesday-Sat- urday, (905)426-5500 or (416)456-5448 ask for Te- resa. Skilled & Technical Help ARCHITECTURAL, STRUCTURAL technolo- gist, full or part time, junior or intermediate position in small office environment. Fax resume to 905-728- 1788 email durhamengi- neering@bellnet.ca Salon & Spa Help Skilled & Technical Help CARPENTER insurance restora- tion experience and carpenters helpers. Must have own tools and valid driver's license. (905)686-5854 CNC LATHE/MILL opera- tor required to start asap full time days, set up expe- rience an asset, wage to be negotiated, we also re- quire a machine shop help- er. E-mail resumes to accounting321@gmail.com FOREMAN - MECHANIC required for busy Truck Dealer. must have good written and organization skills. Experience, License and own tools required. Please fax resume: 905- 839-3579 HVAC INSTALLER G-2 gas license plus experi- ence, own vehicle. Call Cullen Heating (905)725- 9731 or fax resume (905)725-0886 Salon & Spa Help Skilled & Technical Help INDUSTRIAL MAINTE- NANCE electrician re- quired, must have strong electrical problem solving skills, and have strong mechanical abilities, salary to be negotiated email: receivables@live.ca LANDSCAPE ARCHITEC- TURAL TECHNICIAN. AutoCAD, SketchUp, M/S Office. Diploma MANDA- TORY. Ajax Consulting firm. Resume to: hkortek@sympatico.ca LICENCED AUTO BODY repair person with own tools, preferably I-CAR trained. Serious inquiries only. Call Ron or Fred (905)623-6353 MECHANIC, OR 4th-5th year apprentice needed. Must be reliable, thorough, knowledgeable. Good working environment. No weekends. Only qualified applicants please. (416)283-1843 MOTORCYCLE ME- CHANIC, licensed, Full- time/part-time. Must have knowledge of all makes and models. Custom work required. Please fax re- sume to 905-665-2198. Sales Help & Agents Office Help Skilled & Technical Help PROFESSIONAL AUTO DETAILER to manage and operate full detailing outlet. Must have experience in buffing. Call (416)305- 2553 STONE MASON and stone mason helper re- quired for a residential site in east Durham, winter work available, brick laying experience an asset, wage to be negotiated, e- mail paybles@live.ca or phone 905-767-5560 Sales Help & Agents Office Help Skilled & Technical Help WELDERS,Aluminum & Steel M.I.G Welders re- quired for Raglan Indus- tries Inc. Compensation dependent on skill level and experience. Apply at 5151 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4 or by fax 905-655-5997 Office Help OFFICE HELP REQ'D.for trucking co. in Bowman- ville; duties include cus- toms {previous exp. in this area would be an asset}, invoicing, safety & compli- ance. Must be able to work flexible hours. Fax resume to 905-697-9026. Sales Help & Agents Office Help ADMINISTRATIVE AS- SISTANT required for manufacturing company. Proficient in Word and Ex- cel is essential, knowledge of accounting is beneficial. Fax resume to: 416-755- 7361 or email: dmiele@multiflexinc.com FULL-TIME JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER required for busy Pickering office. Must have working knowl- edge of Excel and a mini- mum of 3 years experience with Quickbooks. Fax re- sume to 905-839-5001 PART-TIME Administrative Assistant. As a leading Group Benefits Consultant located in Whitby we have an immediate opening for an Administrative Assist- ant. All applicants must have advanced skills in Mi- crosoft Office. Knowledge of group insurance pre- ferred. Fax your resume to Bev at 905 666-4887. PART-TIME GROUP Benefits Billing Administra- tor. As a leading Group Benefits Consultant locat- ed in Whitby we have an opening for a billing admin- istrator. Responsible for producing monthly client bills and updating carrier systems. All applicants must be customer focused with strong computer, writ- ten and verbal communica- tion skills. Knowledge of group insurance preferred. Fax your resume to Bev at 905 666-4887. Sales Help & Agents BUSY AUTOMOTIVE shop in Whitby looking for Center Manager. Call Nan- cy at (905)668-0737. Sales Help & Agents EMPLOYMENT OPP for Customer service and Sales Agent. No exp req'd. Paid training. FT/PT. Start immed. Apply on-line at www.horizonbrandsol.com send resume to: employmentatasq@ gmail.com.enquires 905- 598-3657 Hospital/Medical /Dental 3 PERMANENT PART- TIME PSW required, night/day shift/every other weekend. 1-position week days. Non-smoker, valid driver's license. Good wage. Call (905)434-6443 or email resume to: creative v alues@hot- mail.com. CHIROPRACTIC ASSIST- ANT - Busy Clinic seeks happy, positive, enthusias- tic, energetic, trustworthy, compassionate individual for front desk. Must love working with people, be able to multi-task and be detail oriented. Chiroprac- tic knowledge and comput- er proficiency a must. Mon- day to Saturday. Salary commensurate with experi- ence. Kindly Leave mes- sage at 416-822-6277. FULL-TIME HYGIENIST for maternity leave in Uxbridge. Starting mid October. Please email uxbridgedental@yahoo.ca LOOKING FOR a motivat- ed, patient friendly person to perform assisting and reception duties. This is a 3 day per week position in a Whitby dental office. Please send resume by fax to (905)430-0848. PHYSIOTHERAPY Assist- ant needed to work part time, Monday, Wednes- day, Friday, 9am-3pm in Long Term Care home in Ajax. Please send re- sumes to h.ritchie@utoronto.ca. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 17, 2008, PAGE 27 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 The best call center in Durham invites you to our in-house, FALL JOB FAIR This Friday, September 19th 2:00pm ~ 7:00pm Whitby Mall, near Staples 1615 Dundas Street East, 3rd Floor - Lang Tower West If you are an Energetic, Enthusiastic "Customer Service" and/or Sales driven individual, we offer: ●Paid Training, (no experience required), ● Full-Time and Part-Time, ●NO SHIFT BIDS!, ●$11 to $12 per hour, ●Development Opportunities, ●A great location with convenient access to public transportation. Come and see all that we have to offer. Bring your Resume and be prepared for an interview. We look forward to meeting with you! e-mail us at: careers.whitby@optima.net The Byron Street Medical Centre is Seeking Energetic People for the Following Positions: ●RN / RPN ●MEDICAL ADMIN ASSISTANT ●UNIVERSITY LEVEL STUDENT FOR DATA ENTRY We require people who work well in a fast-paced setting. We offer a great community atmosphere without the hassle of commuting or shift work.These positions are permanent part-time, Mon. to Sat. Please e-mail your resume in Word format before September 23rd to: byronstreetmedical_juliablair@hotmail.com No phone calls please. ATTENTION PHARMACISTS & DOCTORS PHARMACIST/S immediately required for partnership in new Pharmacies in Durham and Kawartha Lakes areas. Urgently need DOCTORS (GP's) for walk-in-clinics. Contact Ranjan at 647-345-2614 / 416-451-0587 ranjan90@hotmail.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent & security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or (905)686-0841 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.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 Hospital/Medical /Dental MEDICAL RECEPTION- IST.Part-time. Experience working medical setting, familiarity with Naturopa- thy. Flexibility for hours a must $11-$12/hr. Submit resume in person: Miranda Naturopathic Clinic, 1121 Dundas E, Whitby. PART-TIME MEDICAL SECRETARY,some even- ings required, Experience preferred. Please respond with resume in writing only 95 Bayly St. Suite 200 Ajax, ON L1S-7K8 PHARMACY TECH F/T for professional high vol- ume store. Experience with Kroll preferred. Please email resumes to: johnelsokkary@gmail.com Hotel/ Restaurant BUSY RESTAURANT re- quires full time server and part/time - full/time cook. Experience preferred. Ap- ply with resume to Flying Fish, 1540 Dundas St. E., (at Thickson). No phone calls please. EXPERIENCED SOUS CHEF,line cook, servers and dishwashers wanted for Durham Region restau- rant. 905-668-9369. Hospital/Medical /Dental 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 Hospital/Medical /Dental Townhouses Sale BRAND NEW FREEHOLD TOWNHOUSE Large 3 bedroom town includes fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Built by Brookfield Homes Townline and Taunton Quick sell only $218,990 available De- cember Call Steve @ (905)259-9603 Industrial/ Commercial Space INDUSTRIAL BAYS walk- ing distance Walmart, Oshawa Centre, Steven- son/401 exit. High roll-up door, mezzanine, air com- pressor, all utilities, incl. parking. Auto repairs machining, hobbies and other uses (light industrial). month-by-month available. Also Storage Container available. 905-576-2982 or 905-626-6619. INDUSTRIAL COMMER- CIAL SPACE, 1250 sq. feet industrial unit in South Oshawa (Ritson/Bloor). Immediate occupancy. Call 905-839-9104. PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA, INDUSTRIAL UNIT, available immediately. 1,425sq.ft. Call 905-579- 5077 or 905-571-3281. Hospital/Medical /Dental Offices & Business Space BEAUTIFUL OFFICE SPACE in downtown Port Perry. Security system, wireless high speed inter- net, shared kitchen. Short- term lease available. For inquiries call 905-982-1000 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. FOR LEASE/RENT:Ap- prox 1500sq.ft. 120' front- age on Hwy 2, showroom, 2 offices upstairs, outside storage. Storage bins also available. East Bowman- ville, lots of traffic. (905)623-7368, 905-983- 9670 SUBLET 885 SQ.FT. OFFICE SPACE 1400 Bayly @ Liverpool (next to Go Station) - 11 months remaining on lease with opportunity of extending. Available October 1st. Call (905)420-7272 Business Opportunities QUILT SHOP established for 20 yrs. Fabric, Notions, Sewing Machines, available in Whitby close to 401. Owner motivated to sell quickly. asking $39,000. 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 Cut Your Debt FREE CONSULT Call Doug Heard Whitby/Brooklin Ajax/Pickering 905-404-4442 1-866-690-3328 www.cutyourdebt.ca 4 PILLARS CONSULTING GROUP AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Payments you can afford @ 0% interest by up to 70%by up to 70% 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 ! AJAX, 1-BEDROOM apt. in quiet executive home, very bright, 4pc bath, kitch- en, parking, laundry, satel- lite, hi-speed internet. $720/month, first/last. 905- 424-0154 1 (2-BEDROOM)Oshawa north, 6-storey, quiet building, carpeting, appli- ances, large balcony, on bus route, parking, utilities included. $880, Oct 1. (905)436-9785 1 BDRM $820/mo inclu- sive.Avail. Oct. 1st. 2- bdrm $895/mo inclusive. Avail. Oct. 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. -Brand new. Appli- ances, laundry, cable in- cluded. A/C, hardwood floors. 2kms to College. No smoking/pets, $700/mo. 289-240-4242 leave mes- sage. 1-BDRM LARGE BSMT apt. Laundry, cable, all utilities included. Liver- pool/Krosno area. Prefer 50+ single. $800/monthly. Avail. immediately. No pets. Call (905)839-9450 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., all inclusive, close to amenities and Oshawa Centre. $600/month, first/last. Available Oct. 1st. Call (613)354-0800 2 BEDROOM NORTH OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Russett. New applianc- es, hardwood floors, well- maintained 12-plex, newly renovated, near bus/shop- ping. cable/heat/wa- ter/parking included. Laun- dry, No dogs. Oct 1. 905- 576-2982. Apartments & Flats for Rent 2-BDRM OSHAWA avail. Oct. 1st, 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 immediate- ly/Oct. 1st. Call Dave, (905)903-0597 3-BEDROOM, MAIN floor, laundry, parking, air, cable/internet $1300 inclu- sive. First/last, references. 1-BEDROOM, 2 level con- do-style apt., 6' round win- dow, many extras, $900/month inclusive. First/last. References. King/Townline Oshawa (905)579-8339 Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking.Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX 1-BDRM basement apt. Westney/Hwy 2. Near transit & shopping. Central air/vac. Shared laundry. No smoking/pets. Suits single working person. $650/mo utilities included. (905)986-0044 AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1019/mo. Available Oct 1st 3-bed- room $1129/mo. Plus park- ing. Available Sept/Oct 1st. 905-683-8421, 905-683- 8571 ALL UTILITIES INCLU- SIVE one bedroom base- ment apartment $665 Oshawa/Whitby border, seperate entrance, lst/last, available immediately. Ref- erences. (416)264-7990 ALTONA RD/FINCH,Le- gal large 1-bedroom ground floor unit, laundry, $885/inclusive. Also bachelor bsmt apt. $600/inclusive. Both with large windows, fully reno- vated, separate entrances, scenic environment facing Petticoat Creek. No pets. Females preferred. 416- 899-7376. ATTENTION SENIORS/ MATURE ADULTS quiet living 4-plex, only 1 left. All new 2-bdrm, fridge/stove, parking, laundry, cable. All inclusive. $985. Oshawa 289-240-4120 BEAUTIFUL LARGE 1- BDRM,quiet home, N- Oshawa, Simcoe/Taunton. Fridge/Stove, ceramics, parking, washer/dryer in your apt. Renovated, much more. First/Last/Referenc- es. Suits mature respon- sible working person. Ab- solutely no dogs. Smoking okay. $800-inclusive. (905)571-4471 BOWMANVILLE,1-bdrm, walkout basement of new executive home. Suits sin- gle working, non-smoker, no pets. $875/mo includes new appliances/cable/laun- dry & utilities. First/last, references. Oct 1st. 905-623-3230 BRAND NEW 2-bedroom basement apartment, 850sq.ft., Laundry, park- ing. Brock/Taunton, Whit- by. near schools and amenities. Available Octo- ber 1st. $900/inclusive. No smoking. Call for viewing. (416)728-2421 CLOSE TO O.C.,1-bed- room basement, Separate entrance, laundry. Parking for small car. Mature, working person(s) pre- ferred 1 person $650, 2 people $700, utilities in- cluded. (905)434-8185 Apartments & Flats for Rent COURTICE- stunning basement apt., private patio walkout to ravine, large windows, one bed- room plus den, two full baths, living room, kitchen, laundry, one parking spot. Spacious and immaculate. $1,100 per mo. inclusive except phone. lst/last, ref- erences required. No smoking/pets. A must see!!! Call (905)436-1387 IMMACULATE 2-BDRM, quiet, non-smoking. Oshawa Blvd/King. Gas, heat, hot water, fridge, stove and parking includ- ed. Private laundry. $875/mo. Avail Oct/Nov. 1st, 905-263-2354 NEWLY RENOVATED 2- bedroom basement apt., bright, spacious, new ap- pliances, 5 minutes to hos- pital, parking available. $800 + 40% utilities. Call 905-476-8650 or 416-254- 3591. NORTH OSHAWA quiet location, spacious 2-bdrm basement apt, newly reno- vated. $1000-inclusive. Hy- dro, water, parking, laun- dry, cable. Sep entrance. Oct 1. (905)725-9806; 416- 206-3378 ONE AND two bedroom apartments available im- mediately. Clean, nice area. Laundry facilities on premises. One parking spot per unit. Park Rd. S and Bloor St. area (905)809-0795 between 10 a.m. 5 p.m. OSHAWA -large two bed- room apartment, close to downtown and all amenities. Parking and laundry. From $825. Refer- ences, lst/last, non smok- ing. Call (905)914-3133. OSHAWA 1-bdrm, freshly painted, new carpet & fridge. $650/mth. 3-bed- room $875. Also Room $450. Large garage $500 inclusive. Available imme- diately. No dogs. ODSP welcome. First/last. 905- 924-6075. OSHAWA 2 BEDROOM, top level of triplex, Verdun Rd., large rooms, windows, laundry, parking, $850 in- clusive. First/last, available immediately. Garage available- additional cost. (905)718-5753. OSHAWA 45 Colborne West. 1-bedroom in adult- lifestyle building, no pets, hardwood floors, parking, laundry facilities, $750/in- clusive. available Oct. 1st. 905-723-1647, 905-720- 9935. 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 CENTRE,1- bedroom with den or 2- bedrooms above store. Nice, clean, very quiet, new appliances. Suits couple/single. No pets. September 15. 1-416-892- 5060 OSHAWA Clean, new building. 2 bedroom apt. available for Oct, $865. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438- 9715. OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., new wash- room, new kitchen, lami- nate flooring, lots of win- dows, $775/month. Call (905)430-9085 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.apartment sinontario.com OSHAWA,Ritson/Wolfe, 1-bdrm plus utilities, 2- bdrm and 3-bdrm including utilities. Parking, fridge/stove included. First/last, available imme- diately. Call 647-404-1786. PICKERING -A MUST SEE! - 1 bdrm split level bsmt apt, Sep Ent, Pool, Parking, Near GO, Nat. Light throughout, Custom Bar & Ent. Unit, No Smok- ing/pets. $775/incl. 905- 831-9145 Apartments & Flats for Rent Pickering BRIGHT 2 BEDROOM Apt. lower lev- el of bungalow, hardwood flooring, five large win- dows, $950 inclusive. Ma- jor Oaks area, close to all amenities. October. 1st. (416)997-5845, (416)836- 4009 PICKERING, Brock/Dell- brook,newly renovated 3- bdrm bsmt apt. Sep en- trance w/walk-out, 1-park- ing, Close to bus/parks and schools. Avail. Oct. 1st. $1150/inclusive. No smoking/pets. (416)827- 1034 PICKERING,Brock/Major Oaks, walkout 1 & 2-bdrm basement apts. Clean, spacious, cable, A/C, laun- dry, 1-parking, no-smok- ing/pets. $800/$900 month, first/last, referenc- es. Available immediately. Single working person pre- ferred. 905-426-8485 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. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Dufferin St. Newly renovat- ed spacious 2-bedrooms $835. Avail. immediate- ly/October 1st. Laun- dry/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 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA, near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shop- ping, transportation. Utilities included. 2-bed- room, $899, available now, first/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. 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 TWO BEDROOM APART- MENTS in modern build- ing, downtown Whitby, fridge, stove, $964 inclu- sive, plus parking. Available now and Octo- ber. Call (905)430-6511. WHITBY Corral Crt 2-bdrm walkout, patio, kitchen, liv- ingroom, 4-pc bath, sep entrance, parking, laundry. 3mins. to bus, 5 mins. to mall. Avail now. No pets. (905)665-0868, 905-409- 5272 after 4:00pm 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, 1-BEDROOM apartment, $725/month in- clusive. Very good loca- tion, 3-mins from Go sta- tion. Clean building. Park- ing included. Available immediately. Call Bill (905)666-3627 or (905)809-3749 WHITBY,2 bedrooms from $950 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY,2-bedroom, available immediately. 1-parking, laundry, yard. No pets. Near Ander- son/Hwy#2. $700/inclu- sive. Call David, (705)522- 8990. WHITBY, NEW one bed- room apartment, close to Go, private entrance, park- ing, laundry, cable, no pets, no smoking, available October lst. $850. mo. all inclusive. First and last/ref- erences required. (905)493-6876 Apartments & Flats for Rent WHITBY,quiet 4-plex. 2 bedroom, 2nd floor, no pets/smoking, coin laun- dry, near bus, GO, 401. Brock/Burns. $825/month. Available end of October. 905-426-3288. Houses for Rent $ !AAAA ABA-DABA- DOO-OWN - WHY RENT? No $ Down- from $650/month- Family In- come from $35,000. Good Credit- Great Selection. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Re- alty (905)576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $695/MONTH $0 DOWN (oac). Why rent when you can own any house from $695/month, zero down up to $2,000 credit. Require family income from $35,000/yr. and good 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. 2000 SQ.FT RAISED bun- galow in Orono. $1,400/month, plus. No pets/smoking. Call Brian (905)983-5633 or Frank (905)983-5341. 3 BEDROOM detached house, in North Oshawa. $1,100 per mo. plus utilities. Available October 1st. No pets. 1st/last. (905)434-5639. A RENT TO OWN. Burns/Garden, Whitby. Bright clean 3-bdrms+1 bungalow backing onto park. Finished bsmt. 3-parking, avail. Oct. 1st. $1350+ utilities. Call (416)937-7174 AJAX Hwy 2/Westney. 3 bedroom house, double garage, 2-1/2 baths, large eat-in kitchen with walk-out to deck. Freshly painted. Living/dining/familyrooms. $1500+utilities Avail imme- diately. 905-686-6684, 416-712-4059. AJAX, BAYLY/SALEM clean, three bedroom bun- galow, main floor only, ap- pliances, shared laundry, avail. October, $1200 in- clusive. Condolyn Mgt. 905 428-9766 AJAX, LOVELY HOME. Quiet, tree-lined street. Zero down payment. Free Recorded Message. 1- 877-878-7802, ext.100. Lebel Real Estate Inc., Brokerage 905-686-2730. BROOKLIN,immaculate 3-bedroom bungalow, walk-out basement, new carpet throughout, finished rec-room, 2-bathrooms, 5-appliances, $1400/ month, plus utilities. 905- 259-2020. CENTRAL OSHAWA, Near Oshawa Centre. 3- bdrm house $1100/mo + utilities. Avail October 1st. Call (905)728-7361 Apartments & Flats for Rent Houses for Rent CHERRYDOWN / GRANDVIEW.Beautiful 3- bdrms, 2 baths, 2-storey semi, c/a, fin. bsmt w/fire- place, eat-in kitchen over- looking fenced-in backyard w/large deck, all applianc- es, on bus route, no smok- ing/pets. $1250/mo+ utilities. First/last. Novem- ber 1st. (905)989-7817 COUNTRY LIVING in the city - Whitby, charming large 2-bedroom bunga- low, total privacy. Very clean, no smoking/pets. Walk to shopping & transit. Call 905-668-3482 COURTICE WEST Town- line - 1 bedroom w/garage main floor of house. All large rooms, clean. $725 utilities incl. Avail Oct 1st. Call 905-666-1168 after 5pm IMMEDIATE POSSES- SION,Ajax - Westney /Rossland area, 3 bed- rooms, 3 baths, family room, fireplace, double garage, 4 car driveway, appliances, lst / last, plus references $1400. Call Frank (905)831-8879 OSHAWA -2+1 bedroom bungalow, 4 appliances, 1st/last, near park and hospital, $1200 plus utilities. Available Nov 1. (705)932-7519. OSHAWA -Simcoe / N of Taunton. Modern 2 storey detached house. 3 bed- rooms + 1.5 bathrooms w/ hardwood floors through- out. Finished basement. Garage. A/C. Backs onto greenbelt. $1400 / month + utilities. 416-283-8195 OSHAWA King/Harmony 3-bedroom bungalow, 2 bathrooms, rec-room, gar- age, large lot, great location high-efficiency fur- nace. $1200/month + utilities. First/last, referenc- es required. No smok- ing/pets. (905)576-8941 OSHAWA- LARGE 3 BED.bungalow main floor, in excellent family neigh- bourhood, near Oshawa Centre, schools and tran- sit. Large backyard, large garage, appliances, laun- dry, $1290/inclusive. (905)424-1113 PICKERING,Rouge- mount. Panoramic View, Private Ravine Home. Clean 2-Bedroom Base- ment Apt w/fireplace. Walk to Rouge-Go/Bus. Water- front Trail/Paths. Fully Fur- nished. Just move in, 5-appliances. $975/inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. 905-427-6522 TAUNTON/SIMCOE, OSHAWA 3-bedroom semi, finished basement, large familyroom, walkout deck, air, walk to schools & all amenities. $1300 plus utilities. (905)668-3126 UPPER LEVEL of a 3-bed- room bungalow, $1000/month, plus utilities. Parking available. No pets. Available immediately. Call (905)925-5183. A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 17, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com AUCTION SALE - EVERY FRI. 6 P.M. 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.show- room samples*designers choice*misguided freight* *model homes*closeouts*es- tates**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*electronics* giftware * collectibles* purses*desks* oil paintings Auction Depot Canada (Formerly 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 UPCOMING AUCTIONS: Sept. 19, 26, October 3, 10 VISIT WWW.AUCTIONEER.CA FOR DISCOUNT COUPON FLOORING & DOOR AUCTION HARDWOOD & LAMINATE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2008 10:00 a.m. Preview: Saturday, September 20 Noon until 4:00 p.m. & Sale Day from 8:00 a.m. MARKHAM FAIRGROUNDS 10801 McCowan Rd Markham L3P 3J3 1 mile north of Major MacKenzie Dr E Save up to 75% off retail 40,000 square feet Very High End Pre-fi nished Flooring Sold by the square foot - Buy only as much as you need! Doors sell fi rst - RED OAK FRENCH DOORS (2’6” x 6’8”) with tempered glass Terms: 15% Buyer’s Premium Cash, Visa, M/C, debit GARY HILL AUCTIONS P.O. BOX 1030, UXBRIDGE, ON. L9P 1N3 905-852-9538 • 800-654-4647 • 416-518-6401 ESTATE AUCTION SALE -- On site at 631 Given Rd, Oshawa Directions: N. on Harmony Rd. to Winchester Rd., W to Given or N. on Ritson past Kedron Golf Course to Given Saturday, Sept 20 at 10 am Selling the Antiques, Horse Equipment, Collectables & Tools for the Estate of Percy Mountjoy. Includes: Hanging Oil Lamp, Camel Footed Brass Lamp, Oil Lamps, F.C.Andrews Bristol Clock, 31 Day Clock, Settees, Courting Chair, Post Masters Desk, Secretary Desks, Hall/Cane Stand, Cradle Chair, Hall Stand, Spinning Wheel, Wool Winder, China Cab., Cradle Chair, Serpentine Front Washstand, Folding Sewing Cabinet, Piano Chair, Church Pew, Wooden Chairs, Rocking Chairs, Dressers, Old Pictures, An- tique Toys, Tins Bread Cupboard, Coll. of Brass Horse Harness Dec., Horse Harness, Harness Stand, Oxen Collars & Yoke, Pull Wagons, Small 2 Seat Buggy, Old Sleighs, 2 Seater Sleigh, Breaking Cart, Wagon Wheels, Beam Scales, Bells, Old Keys, Meat Hooks, Whipple Trees, Blacksmith Box, Anvil, Sad Irons, Washboards, Shaving Mugs, Quilts, Lamps, Lanterns, Community Plates, Cream Cans, Royal Winter Fair 1922 Plate, Princess Diana Plates, Calen- dars, Milk Bottles, Jars, Child's Scooter, 1938 Split- ting Axe, 'Russell & Irwin MFG.' Sausage Maker, Sil- ver, China, Glassware, Cranberry, Pumps, Beatty Large Pump, Imperial Oil Can, Tins, Bed Warmers, Cameras, Dough Bowl, Crocks, Jugs, Ginger Beer, Kettles, Cast Iron Wall Coffee Grinder (Arcade Crys- tal Wall#3), Trivets, Qty. Cast Iron Seats (Massey, Noxons, Maxwell, Buckeye, The Rake, #79, Deering, Sylvester, Champion etc.), Fire Extinguishers, Old Li- cense Plates, Old 78's Records, Flails, Cradles, Cutting Torches, Tandem Trailer, Tools, Hardwood, Pine & numerous interesting pcs. Canteen available. Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for accident or injury incurred at this sale. TERMS:CASH,CHEQUE with ID No buyer's Premium.Visit the gallery at www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions Newtonville FRIDAY, Sept. 19th, 5:00 p.m. Selling the attractive contents of the Wise- man home, Bowmanville and the contents of the home of Evelyn Vice, Oshawa: Chester- field Suite; Plaid Futon; Dining Set; Occa- sional Chairs; Occasional Tables; Coffee Ta- bles; Bedroom Furniture; 4 pc. Double Wal- nut Bedrooms Suite w/Poster Bed; Double 4 Poster; Washtands; Wardrobe; Fernery; 2 Antique Wall Phones; Upright Gramophone; Piano Stool; Mantle Clock; Bridge Set; Lamps; Stereo Component; Prints; Pictures; Paintings; Frames; Craftsman 2 hp. Com- pressor; Hand Tools; Power Tools; Garden Tools; Electric Mower; Viking Upright Freezer; Dehumidifier; etc. etc. Note: Auction Regular Day & Time-Friday Check website for Updates & Pictures No Pets Allowed Preview after 2:00 p.m. Terms; Cash, Approved Cheques, Visa, M/C, Interac 10 % Buyers Premium Applies Auctioneeers Frank & Steve Stapleton 905.786.2244, 1.800.263.9886 www.stapletonauctions.com estate specialists since 1971 Sunday, September 21 Preview 9:30 A.M. Auction 11:00 A.M. Selling Quality Items from a Cobourg Home & a fine Toronto Estate Large Selection of Quality Furniture to include Mahogany Dining Room Suite with Breakfront, Pair of Quarter Cut Oak Stacking Bookcases, Numerous Pieces of Pine & Primitives, Carved Oak Dining Room Suite, Quality Upholstered Furniture, Numerous Oriental Carpets. Large Selection of Glass & China to include: Royal Doulton Figures, Collection of Hummels, Sterling & Silver Plate, Numerous Dinner Ser- vices, Pratt Ware, Books, Jewellery, Prints, Watercolours & Oils. For Full Details Watch Web Site for Up-Dates Large Indoor Yard Sale:Sunday @ 9:30 A.M. For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Terms,Cash,Visa,MC,Debit,Cheque with I.D.,Lunch Counter 101 Applewood Drive, Brighton,ON KOK 1H0 Phone 1-613-475-6223 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday,September 19th at 4:30pm located 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd.4. The contents of a Lindsay home plus others, English walnut drop front china cabinet, 2 door antique wardrobes, walnut corner china cabinet, Butler painting, oak drop front desk, oak book case, partial set of Shelley "Blue Rock" Dishes, oak filing cabinets, oak china cabinet glass 3 sides, blanket boxes, cher- ry ent. unit, round oak pedestal coffee table, spool bed, ar- moire, harvest table, bookcase, 8pc modern dining room set, 6pc maple dinette suite, cedar chest, chesterfield set, 2 ma- ples hutches, rattan set, Duncan Phyfe table and chairs, 6" jointer, Visualiner 4 wheel alignment machine, motor stand, 4 man hot tub, horse drawn buggy, Qty of china, glass house- hold 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 WEDNESDAY,SEPTEMBER 24th:4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Oshawa home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:Antique burrowed table, ant. hall stand, ant. wooden cradle, ant. sewing machine, small ant. Secretary, wooden floor lamp, stained glass window, drum tables, 45pc Flo Blue willow, butter dish, hand- made table cloths, machete, sword, limited edition prints (Trish Romance, Carole Black), oil painting, old hand tools, 15ft boat trailer, plus many other interest- ing items. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD . 905-985-1068 ANTIQUES ON QUEEN ANNUAL SALE September 19 to October 5 Storewide Savings 10 to 50% OFF 12 Queen Street, Port Hope 905-885-9858 Townhouses for Rent 3-BEDROOM,central Oshawa, new interior, ap- pliances, rec-room, $1340/month all inclusive, first/last, available Novem- ber 1st. Call Martin (416)318-2763 or (905)728-1420. AJAX, NICE,3-bedroom townhouse, close to amenities, available imme- diately. $1250+ utilities. Call (416)819-6740 AJAX, Pickering Village, 3-bdrms, 2 baths, finished bsmt, garage, gas heat, c/a, 5 appliances, avail. Oct. 15th. $1250+ gas & hydro. No smoking/pets. Call (905)686-0096 AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $999+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. BROOKLIN SPOTLESS 3-bdrm 2 bath townhome. 5 appliances, fenced yard, garage, air/cond., steps to transit. $1275/mo + utilities. References. Im- mediate. (905)982-0340 HILLCREST HEIGHTS, Oshawa now has 2-bed- room townhouse units available. Hydro included. Please call 905-576-9299 LARGE CLEAN,recently renovated 3 bedroom semi, located in Oshawa /Courtice border, close to schools and shopping easy access to 401. $1300 plus utilities. (905)431-1732. NEW 3 BDRM.TOWN- HOUSE,Oshawa, Taun- ton/Wilson, a/c, 5 applianc- es, backyard, garage. Near schools, shopping. No pets. $1500 / mo. +utilities. First/last, avail. October. Call 905-686- 7086 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/Octo- ber. 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 WORRY FREE RENTING Large 3 bedroom condo townhouse. Includes fridge, stove, washer, dryer and central air. Grass cutting, snow removal, wa- ter and sewer also includ- ed. Located by Ritson and Conlin $1495 plus utilities. Available first week of No- vember call Steve at (905)259-9603 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 PARK/GIBB OSHAWA, room available immediate- ly. Huge house, laundry and parking available. First/last. No pets, $450/inclusive. 905-718- 5753. PICKERING,a separate room for rent, $380 inclu- sive, quiet home, available immediately, near shop- ping & amenities. Female preferred. Call (905)426- 1974, leave message if not home. Rooms for Rent & Wanted ROOM FOR RENT.Single female preferred. Cobourg area. Price negotiable. All inclusive. Available Octo- ber 1st. Full use of house. (905)377-8605. Shared Accommodation 1-ROOM FOR RENT, shared cable, laundry, AC. Pickering, Whites Rd/Bay- ly. Smoking ok, (pets ne- gotiable). $600/mo. Close to amenities. Available Oc- tober 1st. (905)420-7401. 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. $400/wk (less than motel). Also home in Senior Park (loaded) re- quires 4 month booking $1500/month. Photos shown in your home. (905)683-5503. Boats & Supplies 2001 LEGEND SPORT- FISH 178 with 75Hp mer- cury 4-stroke, mathcing trailer & many accessories $9000. Call (705)878-5276 Lost & Found LOST KEYS at Westney Heights Plaza near Vets office. Sat. Sept 6th. Please call Martin 905- 831-1344 LOST,Masonic ring. Late brothers. If found call (905)837-1779. Nannies Live-in/out MATURE AND LOVING Filipina caregiver req'd im- mediately in Whitby/Toron- to area for children ages 2 and 5. Full-time and live-in. References required. Call 905-665-7455 or 416-606- 2150. Daycare Available DAYCARE REGISTER- ING for ages 18 months to 12 years old, after school program avail. snacks pro- vided. affordable rates. Harwood/Gardener, Ajax. Register Now! (905)239- 5204 (647)895-3957 FULL TIME CARE in my home Westney/North of Hwy 2. Ages 1 and up. Fun games & entertainment. Please call Dianne 905- 427-4385 Articles for Sale +METAL SEAL SHELVES (TWO) shelves ($60 each). 416-930-9603. +TOPPING/SALAD TA- BLE ($250). 416-930- 9603. ALL NATURAL BEEF,no chemicals, government in- spected, custom cut, sides $2.19/lb, halfsides 115lbs, $250. Cattle fed my own alfalfa, cornsilage, barley. 50 1-pound packages lean hamburger, $110. Orono. (905)983-9471. Articles for Sale 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. TECHNI- CIAN WANTED apply with- in. CARPETS,Ihave 1000's of yards of good quality carpets. I will supply & in- stall for as low as $1.29sq. Ft. save now! 905-448- 2284 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 CEDAR TREES for sale, starting from $4.00 each. Planting available. Free Delivery. Call Bob 705- 341-3881. CEMETERY,2 double lots for sale. Pine Ridge Ceme- tery, Ajax in section 'All Faiths'. Call (905)936-2807 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 Custom Built oak entertainment centre asking $2750. Maple buffet & hutch $225. Sofa, suitable for rec room and/or family room. Too many other items to list. MOVING SALE 905-579-4309 GOLF CAR for sale, elct. Late model, new batteries, rear seat, seats four, peo- ple extended roof, full weather enclosure. Asking $3500 (obo) Call (905)430-8258` 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 .Stainless steel jets. 5-6 person, nev- er used. Warranty. Sacri- fice $2,995. Call 905-409- 5285. ICE HOCKEY GOALIE equipment for sale. Good condition. Sizes from Atom to Bantam. Pads, gloves, skates, body armor. Call 905-434-5686 MODCHIPS installed! XBOX 360, Wii, PS2, XBOX. Professional install, with warranty. Call Mike at 905-626-0542 (Oshawa) www.durhammods.com PRIDE LEGEND,electric 3-wheel scooter, $2000 o.b.o. Ramp also available. Call (905)725-1656 Articles for Sale MOVING SALE.Entertain- ment Unit 71"L x 18"W pull-dwn bar, TV shelf & lots of storage $100.; Beautiful Couch opens to Queen bed $125.; Rock- er/Recliner $75.; Rocking Chair Solid Wood $80.; Elegant Dining Room Oak Solid Wood 11-pc. incl. Double Pedestal Table, 2 Leafs, 2 Arm & 6 Straight Beige Upholstered Chairs, Buffet & Hutch Bevelled Glass Doors & Glass Shelves asking $1800.; Kitchen Table Oak Solid Wood 53" Round & 4 Windsor chairs $450.; Computer Desk, Printer, Bookcases, Dresser, Night Table, all A-1 Cond, Best Offer 905-427-1878 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! PIZZA BOOTH for rent at Courtice Flea Market. Equipment supplied. Open every weekend. 250,000 people annually. Call 905- 436-1024 www.courtice- fleamarket.com PRINCESS DIANA collec- tion, extensive: dolls, plates, books, magazines and more. Entire collection $5,000 firm. Call after 7 pm 905-985-7520. WASHER/DRYER,WHITE two year old Frigidaire combo, like new. $550 905-668-2636. Articles for Sale 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. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT AP- PLIANCES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also reconditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt-size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appliances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 WALK-IN TUB.Seabridge 60".Almost new. Top of the line w/jets. Valued at $16,000, selling for $7000- o.b.o. Must be willing to re- move on your own. Ideal for elderly or physically challenged. (905)837-2675 WEDDING DRESS,size 22, white, long train, dry cleaned, kept in garment bag. Paid $1200, asking $600 obo. Tammy 905- 579-5933 or 905-720-2562 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 Ask for Devon or Wendy Firewood FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell (905)424-9411 FIREWOOD Seasoned mixed soft Maple, 16" dry $200/ bush cord, plus de- livery. (905)986-9610 or 905-718-4765. Pets, Supplies, Boarding ADORABLE SCHNOO- DLE puppies, $350, de- wormed, first shots and tails docked, ready to go. 905-579-0252. FREE TO A good home, 2- female guinea pigs, very loving and friendly, in- cludes cage, and all acces- sories. (905)903-7196. GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, CKC reg. first shots, micro chipped, parents on site, family farm raised. Call 905-352-2703. GORGEOUS Black F1 Labradoodle puppies, moderate shed, low main- tenance, very affectionate. M/F, new litters coming soon. 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. MEDIUM SIZE pure breed lab pups yellow, black and chocolate, $350/each. Vet checked, dewormed with vet certificate. Ready to go. Leave message. (613)967-4769. Pets, Supplies, Boarding PUG PUPPIES, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home raised. Beautiful fawns and exotic black. Vet checked, first shots. (905)449-3476. PUGS various ages, fawn ww/black masks. SETTER/ LAB crosses, black, $200. All vet checked, shots, etc. Newtonville area (905)786- 2645 PURE BRED MINI SCHNAUZERS for sale, tails and dew claws done, non allergic and non shed- ding. 905-352-3124. SHIH TZU PUPPIES for sale, non allergic, no shed- ding, vaccinated, de- wormed, vet checked $450 each. Call 905-260-8855. TRADITIONAL DOG TRAINING CLASSES Visit our web site at www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855. Photography ALL INCLUSIVE Fall Colors Muskoka Photo Retreat Weekend: http://www.facebook.com/ pages/Dundas-ON/Musko- ka-Photo-Retreat/ 37342726664 Book on line now or phone 289-440- 8291 limited space available. Cars for Sale 1987 JAGUAR VANDEN Plas V-12. Gray w/gray leather, wood grain interi- or. Automatic. Immacu- lately maintained with all records. New tires. Summer driven, garaged rest of year. 125,000kms. Ajax. $10,000. Call Ross (416)444-0959 or ross.dix@rdassociates.ca 1992 CORVETTE con- vertible, black on black, 6 speed, 5.7L, 26000km, ex- cellent condition, $21,500 or best offer. Call 905-259- 5450 or 905-686-5418. 1996 CHEV Cavalier- 73,680kms, very clean, needs brakes. $1500 as is. Call (905)441-5651 Cars for Sale 2000 CAVALIER,$1,200 as is, o.b.o. Black on grey, 2 door, 2.2L auto., A/C, Pwr steering, Dual air bags, Great winter car, Re- liable, Engine runs great. (905)240-5524 2000 OLDSMOBILE Alero 2-dr. 4 cyl. 5-speed. Black w/grey interior. 180,000 kms. certified & e-tested, needs transmission repair, slashed to $2200-obo. 905-435-1091, 905-579- 3322 2002 OLDS ALERO,78k, $5,499, 2002 Kia Sedona loaded with leather 160k $5,699, 1999 Acura 3.2 TL $4,999. 1999 neon sport 126K, $2,999. 1997 Fire- bird 167k, $5,499. Others from $1999 and up. Certi- fied, 3-tested Free 6 mo. warranty. 905-683-1983 or 905-424-9002. www. kellyandsonsauto.com 2006 COBALT SS super- charged coupe, 2-door, loaded, all upgrades/op- tions. Includes snowtires on rims. Black, leather in- terior. Manual, 36,000-km, certified, $15,995-obo. Call (905) 430-2370. BAYWOOD CENTRE Corner of Bayly St & Monarch Ajax (No Frills Plaza) Invites You To Our 13th Annual OUTDOOR SALES EVENT Saturday September 20th, 2008 8 am to 2 pm - Rain Or Shine Over 60 Tables! NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 17, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905- 683-0707 AuctionsGarage/Yard Sales Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Qualified Craft Show Exhibitors WantedQualifiedCraftShowExhibitorsWanted General Motors CentreGeneralMotorsCentre October 17-19, 2008 Distinct Designs from Premier Crafters, Artisans & Gift SuppliersCOUNTRY THETHE HE A RT O FCRAFT SHOW For more information call 905-426-4676 ext.257 or visit www.showsdurhamregion.com 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 Vendors Wanted Cars for Sale 2007 NISSAN VERSA, 3,850kms. Bought July 2007, automatic, power windows/locks, A/C, CD, 4-door, 1.8L. Must sell. $13,000. Adam (905)767- 5571. 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 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. 1999 Civic EXG 248k $4495; 2001 Hyun- dai Sonata 190K $4490; 2002 Chrysler Sebring 178K $4490; 2004 Taurus 212K $2495. 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 ! !!$ WHITTLE SCRAP Solutions. We pay cash for all your unwanted scrap! Automobiles, appliances, and scrap metal. Fast free pickup. We are available 24/7 at 905-431-1808 ! 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 Always the best cash deal - up to $300 for your good scrap cars, trucks and vans. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 or (416) 286-6156. $ $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 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 Vendors Wanted Cars Wanted $200-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)831-7399 1-866-256-2883 Trucks for Sale 1996 BLACK GMC Sierra 4x4, extendedcab, 228 000km, new transmis- sion, asking $2850 o.b.o as is. Great body with 1year old tires. Call 905- 623-1295 Vans/4-Wheel Drive 1 TON cargo van, 2002, 137kms, $7900 o.b.o. (905)922-7015 1999 CHEV VENTURE, 220,000kms, new brakes, good tires, e-tested, will certify, $1600 o.b.o. 905- 697-0409. 2000 FORD WINDSTAR van. Very good condition, air, p.w., p.l, etc. $3000 as is. Phone 905-985-7558 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 Well-Endowed Blonde Beauty SHAYNA Discreet & Independent 905-441-1661 ALL ASIAN LADIES Chinese Japanese Korean 24/7 Out Calls Only www.cuteorientals.ca 905-706-8808 Adult Entertainment 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 ATTENTION U Need a Great Massage! #1 Choice New Management Super Friendly Oriental (905)720-2958 1427 King St. E., Courtice (beside Swiss Chalet) DREAM SPA GRAND OPENING 371 Old Kingston Rd. Unit #8 (Close to Port Union Rd) Incredible massages 7 days a week (647)436-1630 OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 T H E C U T TING EDGE ROOFING Over 20 Years Experience! ROBERT LANDRY 647-893-9697 • SHINGLES • FLATS • EAVESTROUGH • SKYLIGHTS • ALUMINUM • CAULKING • CHIMNEY POINTING 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 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 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor. 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Receive a FREE Classifi ed Ad Thursdays Only For Items $250 or less Articles For Sale Sell items with an asking price of less than $250 (price must appear in the ad) 12 words appearing in Fax 905-683-7363 Email classifi eds@durhamregion.com or call News Advertiser Classifi ed @ 905-683-5110 and ask for Cheryl to place your ad Deadline 2 p.m. Wednesday previous! Service Directory Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com DEATH NOTICE LISTINGS For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us online: communitynotices.ca or Daily Death Notices Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Courtice Funeral Chapel Limited, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. Step 1. Simply dial the number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname fi rst. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Death Notices Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. FAX YOUR AD TODAY TO ONE OF OUR CLASSI- FIED SALES REPS TODAY! 905- 683-0707 HAGUE, Thomas Wareing - At the Ajax and Pickering Health Centre on Friday September 12, 2008, in his 70th year. Beloved son of the late George and Marjorie Hague. At Thomas' request, cremation has taken place. Services are private. If so desired, donations in his memory may be made to the Sunnybrook Hospital Foundation, Odette Cancer Centre, 2075 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON M4N 3M5 (www.sunnybrookfoundation.ca) or the Ajax and Pickering Hospital Foundation , 580 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, ON L1S 2J4 (www.rougevalley.ca/rvhsf). A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca Just ask Stephanie Longbottom, of Ajax who paid her carrier and won $1,000 in the Ajax/ Pickering News Advertiser’s collection draw. The carrier on this route, Tyler, also received a $25.00 bonus. 2nd prize winner of $100 is Marlene Stubbs (not shown) of Ajax, and our 3rd prize winner of $50.00 is Lyne Gingras (not shown) of Pickering. To enter the draw for your chance to win $1000, $100 or $50, just pay your carrier the $6.00 optional delivery charge and send us your ballot which is located on your “Thank You” coupon. 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Wood or plastic lumber. *Plastic decks are maintenance free! FENCES:Installed or repaired RAY NIEMINEN CONSTRUCTION RAY NIEMINEN CONSTRUCTION GENERAL CONTRACTOR FOR ALL YOUR CARPENTRY NEEDS! CARPENTER4 Ajax Paint Centre (905)427-3337 12 Harwood S.Ajax Pickering Paint Centre (905)837-0317 1794 Liverpool, Pickering PAINT CENTRE6 PICKERING — The Pickering Soccer Club’s McDonald’s ‘Teal’ squad captured the U9 championship at the 2008 year- end tournament recently. The ‘Teal’ team shaded McDonald’s ‘Orange’ 2-1 in the final. To advance to the final, ‘Teal’ blanked McDonald’s ‘Sky Blue’ 4-0 in the semifinal. The ‘Teal’ squad posted a perfect record at the tournament, winning all games while conceding one goal against. ‘Teal’ also posted an undefeated re- cord during Pickering Soccer Club regu- lar-season play in the girls’ U9 division. Team members are Michelle Zynomir- ski, Hilary Vanberkum, Alora Todman. Natalie Chiasson, Taylor De Nobrega, Ra- chel Thistle, Alison Earley, Kate Higgin- botham, Destinee Muir, Shelby Tkachuk, Chelsea Fernandes and Kendal Whyte. Fabien De Nobrega coaches the ‘Teal’ team, assisted by Shawn Muir. ‘Teal’ the real deal at year-end event Submitted photo The McDonald’s ‘Teal’ girls’ soccer squad captured the U9 division title at the Pickering Soccer Club’s annual season-ending house league tournament recently. RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES Get your local news and sports faster at newsdurhamregion.com RSSRSS newsdurhamregion.com ALL P A Y M E N T S ALL PAYMENTS INCLUDEINCLUDE GST & PST! We are in the Heart of AjaxWe are in the Heart of Ajax JUST S I G N JUST SIGN & D R I V E ! & DRIVE! CASH DOWN $$00 WE WANT YOUR TRADE, ALL MAKES, ALL MODELS, ALL YEARS! NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST. W.1-888-527-4929 << SALES HOTLINE www.villagechrysler.ca "!9,9 7% 3 4 . % 9 VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “Thinking like a customer” BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? 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Stk #V256 Bal. 5yr/100,000 km Warranty 2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT BI-WEEKLY $53 A.P.R. 7.99%84 MONTHS$12,985 Loaded, Low Kms, Rims, Power Group Stk #V32 2007 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER Loaded, Low Km, Rims, A/C, Auto, 7 passenger. Stk #T9111A 2005 PONTIAC MONTANA2005 PONTIAC MONTANA WEEKLY $61 A.P.R. 7.99%96 MONTHS$16,755 Auto, A/C, Power Group, low km Stk #V206* 2008 DODGE CALIBER SXT WEEKLY $45 A.P.R. 7.99%72 MONTHS$9,865 Rims, DVD, Quad Stk #P9892 Bal. 5yr/100,000 km Warranty 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WEEKLY $47 A.P.R. 7.99%60 MONTHS$8,995 PURCHASE PRICE Auto, A/C, Power Group, low km. Stk #V180 WEEKLY $69 A.P.R. 7.99%84 MONTHS$16,985 Auto,Rims, low km, Power Group, A/C, Stk #U9661 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA A.P.R. 7.99%60 MONTHS$8,995 Low km, Automatic, 7 passenger, Loaded, Stk #T9077A Bal. 5yr/100,000 km Warranty 2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WEEKLY $56 A.P.R. 7.99%72 MONTHS$12,365 Loaded, Auto, A/C, low km Stk #V74 Bal. 5yr/160,000 km Factory Warranty 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT2006 CHEVROLET COBALT WEEKLY $74 A.P.R. 7.99%96 MONTHS$19,985 Loaded, low km, Rims Stk #V213 Bal. 5yr/100,000 km Warranty 2008 DODGE DAKOTA 4X4 SLT CAB2008 DODGE DAKOTA 4X4 SLT CAB WEEKLY $44 A.P.R. 7.99% MONTHS 84$10,865 Automatic, A/C, Power Group Stk #V233 Balance of 5 year warranty, 160,000 km 2007 PONTIAC G52007 PONTIAC G5 WEEKLY $72 A.P.R. 7.99%84 MONTHS$17,765 Low km, Auto, A/C, Stk #P9470A Bal. 5yr/100,000 km Warranty 2007 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT2007 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT WEEKLY $42 A.P.R. 7.99%60 MONTHS$7,885 Auto, A/C, Power Group, 7 passenger. Stk #V9552 2004 DODGE CARAVAN2004 DODGE CARAVAN WEEKLY $56 A.P.R. 7.99%84 MONTHS$13,865 Auto, A/C, low km Stk #V9351 Bal. 5yr/160,000 km Warranty 2006 PONTIAC G62006 PONTIAC G6 2004 JEEP TJ WRANGLER 4X42004 JEEP TJ WRANGLER 4X4 PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC.PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC. 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WEEKLY $53 A.P.R. 7.99%72 MONTHS$11,585 PURCHASE PRICE WEEKLY $114 A.P.R. 7.99%72 MONTHS$24,925 PURCHASE PRICE Your local Hometown DealerYour local Hometown Dealer WEEKLY $69 A.P.R. 7.99%96 MONTHS Sale prices are plust gst, pst, etching, admin., e-test, lockwheels and pde. Down payment as shown above, amortized terms are as follows: 2004 60 months/05, 06 72 months/07, 84 months/08 96 months. Terms 60, 72, 84 and 96 months. Example: $10,000 fi nanced over 60 mo. = $53.22 weekly. Finance rate 7.99%, cost of borrowing is $2416.05. OAC. *daily rental. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, September 17, 2008