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www.blaisdale.com12 mths - grade 8 5 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Blaisdale MONTESSORI School TODDLER OPEN HOUSE Westney Campus 20 O’Brien Crt. Wednesday January 7 at 7:00 p.m. Rougemount Campus 365 Kingston Rd. Tuesday, January 6 at 7:00 p.m. 905-686-2445905-6 8 6 -2 4 4 5 VISIT OUR SHOWROOM 239 STATION STREET239 S T A T I O N S T R E E T (South of the 401 off Harwood Avenue) FROM HEALTH STRAIN Fujian flu causes concern News, 8 GRIEF STRICKEN Registry will help Forever Young, 10 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 46,600 ✦ 32 PAGES ✦ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Schools get money to help newcomers and vulnerable By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Durham elemen- tary schools are receiving almost $1 million more this school year to help English-as-a-second lan- guage (ESL) students and those who come from low income, low education and single-parent families. Oshawa schools will likely be the greatest beneficiary. Education minister Gerard Kennedy described the $112-mil- lion increase to the Learning Op- portunities (LOG) and Lan- guage grants in the education funding formula as the govern- ment’s “first step towards im- proving student literacy and nu- meracy.” It is the new Liberal government’s first education funding announcement since taking office, and over half of the money is headed to the Toronto public and Catholic boards. The breakdown is $95 million for the demographic component of the LOG, and $17 million for ESL students in English-speak- ing boards and Perfection- nement du Francais (PDF) pupils in French-language boards. In approving its 2003/04 budget in June, the Durham Dis- trict School Board projected it would receive a $5.5 million LOG grant this school year. The figure included $2.26 for the demo- graphic component, calculated based on census data that shows areas where families are at a socio-economic disadvantage. The board’s share of the extra cash is $758,373. More dollars for Durham students Going for the steal AJAX — Dunbarton Spartans Shane Tingling tries to steal the ball from Pickering’s Eric Roberts during LOSSA senior boys basketball action at Pickering High School. Pickering came out on top with a 71-56 win over the Spartans. ✦See School page 4 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Annual African holiday celebration open to all AJAX— It Takes A Village offers families a chance to get closer during the holidays and participate in the second annual Durham Celebrates Kwanzaa. The event will be held Saturday, Dec. 27 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Village Com- munity Centre. Kw anzaa is an African- centred holi- day that celebrates, family, community and culture and has no religious ties nor does it replace Christmas. Durham Celebrates Kwanzaa will fea- ture a Kiddie Kwanzaa Korner with sto- ries, crafts and movies. Also African drumming and dancing and a communal potluck will be featured. Children are in- vited to participate in the Nguzo Saba Contest. A short story/poetry/art contest that is open to Durham children between the ages five and 12. Children are asked to submit a short story, an original poem or piece of art- work that depicts one of the seven prin- ciples of Kwanzaa: Umoja (unity), Ku- jichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Uja- maa (co-operative economics), Nia (pur- pose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith). The winning entry in each age group, five to seven, eight and nine, and 10 to 12 will be featured on the It Takes a Village Web site and the participant will also re- ceive a personal Kwanzaa photo and a gift basket. Entries are to be sent to It Takes a Vil- lage Resource Centre, 164-71 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, Ontario, L1T 3A6 on or before Friday, Dec. 19. All entries must include the full name, mailing address, telephone number of the writer/artist and consent from the parent/ guardian. If submitting a short story, it must be an original story with a maximum of 250 words and artwork should be submitted on paper no larger than 8.5” x 11”. The event is free but donations will be accepted to support the Durham African Heritage Program for children. For more information contact It Takes a Village at 905-427-7511. A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 195 WESTNEY RD. (South of 401), AJAX (905) 427-6796 10 MINUTE OIL CHANGE CENTRE NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED, WARRANTY APPROVED RADIATOR FLUSH & FILL SPECIAL $39.95 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! OIL CHANGE SPECIAL CANNOT COMBINE COUPON WITH ANY OTHER OFFER. from Ask for your VIP oil change card OFFER EXPIRES JANUARY 31/04 How long has it been? $21 from COUPON EXPIRES January 31/04 OIL & FILTER CHANGE Includes 21 PT. 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Durham Regional Police al- leged Mr. Sarwari had fled two separate hit-and-run collisions just before he collided with a pickup truck and was fatally in- jured. Sergeant Paul Malik said Mr. Sarwari’s southbound Honda rear-ended a vehicle just prior to 7:30 p.m. and left the scene with- out stopping. “The Honda then continued south, crossed over the centre line and hit a northbound vehi- cle,” said Sgt. Malik. The car continued south- bound a short distance before striking a third vehicle, a north- bound pickup. The crashes occurred within seconds along a two-kilometre stretch of roadway. Mr. Sarwari was pronounced dead at the scene of the final col- lision. The driver of the pickup and a passenger suffered non- life-threatening injuries and were taken to Lakeridge Health Port Perry. The occupants of the other vehicles weren’t hurt. Sgt. Malik said it remains a mystery what led to the multiple crashes. Investigators were hopeful an autopsy Friday would provide possible clues. Anyone with information about the collisions is asked to call Constable Andre Wyatt of the Collision Investigation Unit at 905-579-1520 (toll free at 1-888- 579-1520, ext. 5226), or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Mr. Sarwari was free on bail while awaiting trial on 232 charges. He was one of seven accused - including two brothers - charged with operating a massive chop shop out of a wrecking yard, which the brothers co-owned. An eight-month multi-juris- diction police probe, dubbed ‘Project Iceberg,’ led to more than 2,300 charges against the seven accused earlier this year. The investigation began in January after police discovered 15 3 stolen cars and parts at Hel- mand’s Auto Wreckers on Sim- coe Street south of Manilla. Police alleged vehicles report- ed stolen by the owners were dis- mantled and parts re-sold at a Scarborough garage, which the brothers also owned. The charges against the six others, who are from Toronto, Whitby, Pickering and Ajax, will be addressed in Oshawa court Feb. 5. Chop shop suspect killed in car crash KIDS EAT FREE! 100 WESTNEY RD. S. AJAX 905-619-2229 EAST SIDE MARIO’S NEXT TO THE GO STATION Limit 1 child per adult entree. Dine in only. Every Wednesday Gift certificates available in $10, $25, $50 denominations Keeping an eye on the news News Advertiser ..Read by more people in your community than any other newspaper Metroland Durham Region Media Group Debris from a fatal car crash litters the side of Simcoe Street in Scugog. Ajax’s Mohammad Nasir Sarwari, 34, had been involved in two hit-and-runs just prior to the final collision which claimed his life Thursday. 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He noted that the ministry media release states “boards will be required to report to the com- munity on how this new funding is used.” Mr. Hodgins said he was “pleased to see a reference to the Rozanski report” in the docu- ment. It is perhaps Mr. Kennedy’s first official reference to the report, delivered to the previous government a year ago and widely hailed by education stakeholders for its call for more government funding for educa- tion. Luigia Ayotte, the board’s program’s superintendent, said the board previously had as- signed four facilitators to each work in eight high-priority schools. The facilitators provide in-services to teachers in the areas of literacy and numeracy, for example. She says many of the 32 schools are in Oshawa, adding “there are schools in every single part of our region that need support.” The Durham Catholic District School Board earlier this year es- timated it would be in line for a $2.23 million LOG grant. It is re- ceiving an extra $183,883. “Our focus has been on early literacy and on early math as well so we’ll continue to focus on that,” says education director Patricia Manson. The board will review its schools to determine where an enhancement, in terms of staff support or funding or both, is necessary, Ms. Manson says. While a lot of that support is needed in Oshawa schools, she, too, said there are schools across the region that could benefit. Dr. Mordechai Rozanski, who reviewed and made recommen- dations on the Province’s educa- tion funding formula a year ago, in his report said the education ministry should review the LOG’s demographic component. He suggested the Province study a representative sample of boards that offer effective pro- grams to determine how much funding should be provided in the LOG grant. As an interim measure, he called for $50 million in added funding. As for the ESL and PDF com- ponents of the Language Grant, Dr. Rozanski recommended an added $65 million. School boards to determine which areas need the most help ✦ School from page 1 PATRICIA MANSON Will review schools to see where extra staff and funding should go. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 PAGE 5 A/P SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Sunday December 7, 2003 News Advertiser Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Walmart, 1899 Brock Rd. 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L1R 2Y5 7 Days A Week 9 To 9 Multicultural centre gets a boost DURHAM — Recently the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario and Durham Local Chapter presented a $1,000 cheque to the Women’s Multicultural Resource and Counselling Centre of Durham (WMRCC). WMRCC is a centre that provides culturally sensitive supportive counselling to women, youth and children who are sur- vivors of violence in Durham Region. Apart from one-on-one counselling, WMRCC runs support group and focus group sessions to survivors of violence and violence prevention workshops both in schools across Durham Re- gion and in the community. Other essential services such as accompaniment and referral are provided. Rachel Gencey, President of ETFO, Durham Local, Lena Glaes-Coutts, chairman of the Status of Women Committee, Durham Local and Ingrid Thompson, President of ETFO Occasional Teachers, Durham Local presented the cheque to Esther Enyolu, the Executive Co-ordinator of WMRCC. PICKERING — The Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre will be holding a resume workshop Thurs- day, Dec. 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. Work- shops fill up quickly and pre-regis- tration is required. The Help Centre is located at 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12, Pickering, 905-420-4010. Unemployed Help Centre holds a resume workshop P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Teachers see it all To the editor: Re: School uniforms do not solve prob- lems, Nov. 14: The recent letter from Simon Charette about school uniforms was thought-pro- voking, but one statement was outra- geous: "The truth is school administra- tors want students to be nice, neat and orderly, which is committing a crime they claim to prevent: Judging people based on appearance." I am a teacher. I cannot remember a time when I have presupposed a partic- ular reaction from a student based on their appearance, Chains? Many body piercings? Dragging pants? Spiked, colourful hair? All black clothing? We see them all and many more. I do not judge their character, I do judge their ability to choose sensibly ap- propriate clothing. Don't accuse me of judging others until you have been to our school and seen the reality of the clothing challenge. You have just been guilty of prejudging me! Carol Pierce, Pickering College VP missed To the editor: What a pleasure it was to read your editorial recently after attending the tribute to MaryLynn West-Moynes. The standing ovation she received could only be rivalled by the ovation for Doug Gilmour the Saturday prior at the ACC. Mar yLynn possesses so many gifts and talents, and chose to share them with this region for so many years. She has contributed much to our community by forging strong partnerships and rela- tionships, and the fruits of her labours are obvious. She will be truly missed (but never forgotten) as she makes her way to become President of Mohawk College. 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Editorials &Opinions SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ JACQUIE MCINNES, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Letters to the Editor I leave with fond memories and ink-stained hands Study history and you will avoid repeating mistakes of the past, they say. In that case, there is much I can take with me as I say goodbye to the newspaper business after a decade of telling the stories of Durham Region. The morals of many have been ingrained in me, provided thanks to the tales of human fallibility read regularly on the pages of our pa- pers. These stories range from the heinous crimes that make us shud- der to the judgment errors that simply make us laugh. For people unfortunate enough to be caught in minor transgressions - with their pants down (or their middle finger up), it is no doubt mortifying. But for the rest of us, these were cau- tionary tales that gave us some- thing to talk about until the next edition brought fresh fodder. Yet covering the foibles of human nature has not made me a cynic. Perhaps I leave this business less gullible, but my faith in humanity remains. Sure, journalists see the worst of mankind. But we're also blessed to share the lives of people who make miracles. There are the beautiful people: The artists, musi- cians and elite athletes who inspire us to be greater than the sum of our parts. Even in political circles there are those who fight hard for the people who live in this under- appreciated corner of the GTA. True, there are politicians out to serve their own interests and little more. But many work tirelessly, sometimes at personal cost, to make Durham a better place. Then there are the volunteers and the civic-minded, who follow their local council, write letters to the editor, serve as watchdogs, and donate their money and time, sim- ply for love of community. One of the greatest privileges I have had has been following the bid to host the International Ther- monuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) energy research facility. I have seen Durham on the interna- tional stage and have watched the scientists, politicians and citizens, who believe in the dream of a clean- er energy source for the planet, as well as the incredible opportunities the project could offer. This week I leave the newspaper business, a job that has been more a calling than a paycheque, to join Ontario Power Generation and hopefully pursue that dream. The company is at a crossroads just now, as everyone in this community knows, with great challenges ahead. None are more important than ensuring safe, clean energy for our children's future. So like many of you, I take the lessons and inspiration and hope to become more than the sum of my parts. Thanks Durham, for the history. Jacquie McInnes n e w s e d i t o r OPG must pick up the pieces Report didn’t tell management much they didn’t already know The scathing report on the Pickering 'A' nuclear station restart shouldn't come as a surprise to Ontario Power Generation officials. Well before former federal cabinet minister Jake Epp re- leased the Report of the Pickering 'A' Review Panel, OPG ex- ecutives admitted they had underestimated the scope of the project in both chronological and financial terms. Although their take on it was more benign than the panel’s, the report really came to the same conclusions...this project has been a mess from the very beginning. The public is left with the same bad taste in its mouth it re- ceived from OPG's predecessors, Ontario Hydro, the company which initially planned the project back in 1997. It's unfortu- nate, considering OPG worked so hard in the last few years to improve its public image. As Pickering 'A' finally came on line this year, the project had almost tripled in cost and overshot, by two years, its anticipated completion date. It might not be finished until 2008 at a staggering cost of $3 billion to $4 billion. Much like a floundering business, the report puts the blame on senior management who were asked, and agreed, to resign. The panel states, "From the outset OPG failed to recognize the full scope and complexity of the project and was too slow to put in place the appropriate project management and ac- countability mechanisms. Management from initial planning to execution was seriously flawed." Although a retrofit of this magnitude had never been at- tempted before, the results are still unacceptable. We would hope OPG would always recognize the scope and complexity of any aspects of its operations. It's up to OPG senior officials and directors who remain to step up and strengthen a weak- ened structure. The public is growing increasingly wary of pub- lic hydro corporations. When we see golden parachutes hand- ed to the likes of former Hydro One CEO Eleanor Clitheroe, it is taxpayer's money and not uranium fuel, which is being burned. The Epp panel couldn't even identify what caused the increased costs - $457 million in 1999 to $1.1 billion in 2003 - be- cause OPG's financial tracking system was so flawed. The public should not lose faith in the nuclear program or its concept but it is becoming increasingly hard to support a pub- lic corporation when our money is treated with such neglect and contempt. By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — Present and future nurses sat down with newly-elected members of provincial parliament to discuss the Region’s health care is- sues, last week. During the fall election, the Durham Northumberland chapter of the Registered Nurses Associa- tion of Ontario asked each MPP to identify their top priorities. Almost two months later, the vic- torious MPPs - both Liberal and Conservative - shared their respons- es over breakfast in Oshawa Friday, with current nurses and students at University of Ontario Institute of Te c hnology, also asking questions. “It doesn’t matter what govern- ment is in power, we always hear the same issues and message,” Laurie Clune, president of the Durham Northumberland RNAO chapter, told the two parties at the table. Ms. Clune’s comment accurately ref lected what the group would go on to hear from the politicians. De- spite heckling and conflicting party platforms during the election cam- paign, there was little to distinguish the Liberal and Conservative voices at this meeting. Wayne Arthurs, Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge Liberal MPP, said he and his party are committed to a univer- sal health-care system, equal access to services with no special treat- ment in getting to the front of the line and finding skilled doctors for underserviced areas. Oshawa Conservative MPP Jerry Ouellette shared his priorities: Fi- nancial accountability in the health- care system, a 45 per cent increase in health-care spending (a promise made during the election) and train- ing foreign doctors to get them into the work force. Durham Conservative MPP John O’Toole named the shortage of qualified nurses and doctors, reduc- ing waiting lists and a regionalized health-care system in Durham as his three priorities. And Northumberland Liberal MPP Lou Rinaldi had a first-hand experience on his priority to reduc- ing waiting times in hospitals - his son recently spent eight hours wait- ing to have a cast put on his leg. He also listed fast-tracking foreign doc- tors and a public health-care sys- tem. Ms. Clune said the casualization of nursing is a critical issue in Durham. “When you’re not a full-time em- ployee, you’re on call during ebbs and flows in the system,” she said. “You work in several institutions with no pension, no benefits.” This is a common practice in Durham, and was particularly ex- posed during the severe acute respi- ratory syndrome outbreak early this year: Nurses could not move from one hospital to another because of the risk of transmitting SARS, caus- ing a shortage in nurses across Durham and Northumberland’s hospitals. Nurse education is another hot item, said Ms. Clune, also a profes- sor at Ryerson University. “Students are all afraid, saying ‘Can I find a job?’” she said, adding students must now get a degree to be a nurse, but not enough spots have been opened up at Ontario uni- versities. “There’s also a critical shortage of faculty, with many ready to retire,” she said. Retirement is also an issue in the practising nurse world. The average age of a nurse in On- tario is 45. And many have gone to the U.S. for full-time jobs. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P Brock North Dental OPEN EVENINGS & SATURDAY CONTACT US AT 905-427-7773 • DIGITAL X-RAY • INTRA ORAL CAMERA • TV IN OPERATORIES • KIDS PLAY STATION 2 • DIRECT BILLING TO INSURANCE NOW ACCEPTING N EW PATIENTS 2200 Brock Road in the Brock North Plaza Dr. Fernandes, Jill, Robbin,Mary, Michele, Michelle, Donna, Vanda, Dr. Pacione, Angie, Angela, Brenda, Dr. Sbaraglia ( Anaesthesiologist) Not Shown - Dr. Dagher (Endodontist), Anna, Julianne Coming Soon-Orthodontist WE ARE HAVING A GIGANTIC SALE! •AUDI A4 SEDANS •JETTA SEDANS •AUDI A4 WAGONS •JETTA WAGONS •AUDI A4 CABRIOS •GOLFS •AUDI S4 •GTI’S •AUDI A6 •BEETLE SEDAN/ CONVERTIBLE •AUDI ALL ROADS •PASSAT SEDANS •AUDI TT •PASSAT WAGONS •AUDI A6 •TOUAREGS ALL VEHICLES ARE FLEET PRICED, AND ALL FACTORY INCENTIVES WILL BE APPLIED! 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First Simcha Shopping Centre Brock Rd. & 401, Pickering 905-619-9373 Factory Outlet Now Open! Designed to inspire, engage and inform con- sumers, Timberland’s new factory outlet design celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, December 4 at First Simcha Shopping Centre, Pickering. Pictured above is Glenn A. Stonehouse, CEO, Grafton-Fraser Inc. (left) and Mayor Dave Ryan cutting the ribbon at Thursday's grand open- ing. Pictured left, Timberland shoppers taking advantage of the great grand opening spe- cials. Advertising Feature MPPs give their views on health care cern that it may be the beginning of new strains not covered by modern vaccines. While the flu shot won’t complete- ly protect against the Fujian strain, it will reduce the severity, Dr. Reynolds said. Durham’s community flu clinics have ended, but the full-time loca- tion at the Whitby Mall, 1615 Dundas Street East will continue until Satur- day, Dec. 13. Hours are Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information on the flu or clinics, call the Durham Region health department at 905-723-8521, toll-free at 1-800-841-2729 or visit www.region.durham.on.ca. -with files from TorStar News Services By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — Influenza has hit the region, with nine reported cases as of Friday. Although it’s eight more than this time last year, Durham’s number is a far cry from the 49 cases of influen- za-A in neighbouring Peter- borough County, where a boy died earlier this week. Two se- niors have also died in the Greater Toronto area. All of Durham’s cases are young people under 25, said Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham’s associate medical officer of health. “Having influenza in the younger population is a typi- cal pattern as it often first af- fects young people in the community and then spreads to older adults and institu- tional settings,” she said in a news release late Friday. No f lu-related deaths have been reported so far this sea- son. Durham’s lower number of cases could be due to the number of residents who have received their flu shot: around 13,000 have been vac- cinated so far, up from 2002’s total of 12,000. “Based on our numbers, we’re pretty pleased with what we’ve seen from the community so far,” said Glen- dene Collins, a spokesman for the Durham Region health department. “Residents are taking advantage of the free clinics.” And the numbers don’t in- clude people who have had flu shots at their doctor’s or at work, Ms. Collins said. “We encourage everyone six months of age and older to be vaccinated against influen- za,” Dr. Reynolds said. “Get- ting a flu shot can prevent and reduce the severity and duration of illness thus pre- venting the need for hospital- ization. “For the elderly and those with chronic health problems, vaccination can save lives.” Durham’s flu period peaked at the end of December last year, with 33 reported cases. One of Durham’s reported cases is the variant strain dubbed H3N2 Fujian, which has been making its way across Canada, sparking con- P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 www.durhamregion.com www.herbalmagic.ca PICKERING 905-420-0003 1163 Kingston Rd. PICKERING 905-831-1280 1235 Bayly St. Don’t be fooled by Imitations! A Company You Can Trust • Over 265 Locations AfterAfter THERE’S STILL TIME JOIN NOW AND LOSE UP TO 20 lbs. Patricia lost 27 lbs. and 39 1/4” “Easy to follow, also the staff was very supportive in helping me achieve my goal weight. Thank you Herbal Magic” Thank you for dropping in and helping us celebrate our new location!CALL NOW FOR YOUR FREE CONSULTATION BeforeBefore BY THE NEW YEAR Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! 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The griev- ing process can be a long and heart- breaking journey as individuals try to cope with their loss. “It’s important to understand that you cannot make the pain go away immediately, any more than you can the pain of a shattered limb,” says Tom Easthope, a Durham Region bereavement counsellor and li- censed funeral director. “Just as the limb has to knit, the wound has to heal and only time and attention will allow that to happen.” But not the attention of marketing companies. How cruel it is when a heart on the mend is jolted by junk mail directed to his or her deceased loved one. Enter the Bereavement Register (TBR), a new public service dedicated to putting an end to the more than 43 million direct market- ing contacts to the deceased each year. Bereavement Register Canada is a free service to stop the distress caused to love ones when companies unknowingly send direct mail pieces to people who have died. Bereave- ment Register Canada will remove the names, addresses and phone numbers of deceased people from mailing lists, databases and tele- marketing files. Until now, there has been no system in place in Canada to cleanse mailing lists of deceased individuals. Launched in Britain three years ago by data specialists, the REaD Group, the Bereavement Register Coping with the greatest loss ✦See Registry page 13 Getting junk mail addressed to a recently lost loved one can be very stressful to someone who is grieving. A new registry will help eliminate this problem. 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But the carrier has seen the strength of its hub at Charles de Gaulle propel it to profits for the past six years in a row, a rare achievement for most of the world’s airlines. Eurostar trains want more North Americans The Eurostar trains under the English Channel from London to Paris and Brussels have been a huge success but the trains have just 10-per-cent market share on the routes as far as North Americans are concerned. The company that runs the high-speed trains wants to change that figure to 20 per cent in 2004. There has also been a perception that low- cost carriers in Europe are cheaper than the train, says Eurostar, so the company has intro- duced new lead-in fares with no hidden fees. New Leisure fares are available from Can$132 for the lowest standard-class roundtrip, $238 for lowest first-class return. Since Eurostar began using a new dedicated high-speed line in England, times have dropped, leading to an increase in passenger numbers. Eurostar journey times are down 20 minutes each way as Eurostar trains can now travel at 186 mph in England as well as France and Belgium. On-time performance has also increased to 91 per cent since the new line opened. Eurostar is aiming to have an 80-per-cent share of the London-Paris market by 2008 and a 60-per-cent share of the London-Brussels mar- ket by 2005 against competing airlines. South of Sydney for ‘Nature’s Coast’ Almost everybody who visits Australia sees Sydney, with its magnificent harbour, popular beaches and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Not many, however, know about or visit the countryside just to the south that comprises the Illawarra and South Coast regions of New South Wales. Filled with national parks and state forests, it’s a nature-lover’s dream, with miles of white beaches, a temperate rainforest, water- falls, and quaint historic towns and villages whose focal point is the local pub The local fishing industry provides a variety of seafood such as crayfish, prawns, crab, and oysters. Activities range from whale-watching to wineries, bush-walking to hang-gliding. Then there is Pebble Beach, a small and pret- ty bay with a sheltered beach frequented by kan- garoos and wallabies. The “roos” are used to vis- itors and, locals say, are happy to be petted or pho- tographed. For more information, visit australia.com Luxury rail travel through the Southwest The newest offering by American Orient Express is an eight-day/seven-night rail journey between San Antonio, Texas, and Los Angeles. Eight departures between March and May include stops in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Sedona and Phoenix/Scottsdale in Arizona, plus a tour of the departure city. Five levels of accommodations are avail- able, and the train carries dining, dome, and observation cars. The Santa Fe visit includes the Georgia O’Keefe Museum. In Sedona, with its striking red-rock formations, there’s a jeep tour into a national forest. The two-day, one- night stay at a Phoenix/Scottsdale resort includes the renowned Heard Museum and its Native American art col- lection. For more information, call (800) 320-4206 or visit americanorientexpress.com. From Travelweek, Mature Life Features Travelwatch Air France rethinks Pearson Arizona “Deserts are there and different skies and night with different stars”: Sackville-West V isitors to the scenic South West can’t fail to be awestruck by desert beauty. Cacti; dunes; canyons painted in vivid hues, and the bluest skies imaginable captivate the artist in us all. Enjoy the romance of the Old West, enriched by the arts and culture of its native people. Travel through Ohio, Tennessee and Arkansas. Take your time through Texas Arizona and New Mexico. Magnificent sightseeing includes the Grand Canyon, Carlsbad Caverns, White Sands Monument, Montezuma’s Castle and Zion National Park. Our tour includes extended stays in Fort Worth, Carlsbad, Tucson, Scottsdale and Santa Fe. 24 days, February 12 or October 15 $3195 per person twin. *Pricing is per person, double occupancy and includes all taxes. This packages include so many things that there just isn’t room to spell it all out here. So, if you’d like to find out more details about this value-added tour, to find out more about other wonderful tours that we offer - or to receive our free full colour catalogue - Please call us, toll-free at: 1-800-668-6859 DeNure Tours: 71 Mount Hope Street Lindsay, ON K9V 5N5 • denuretours.com • Reg.#’s 50009376 and 50009377 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 www.durhamregion.com We offer an innovative alternative for seniors who want to live life to the fullest. 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Port Perry, ON • 905-985-4888 • 1-888-29 HERON www.greatblueheroncasino.com 450 Slots • 50 Table Games (UK) has stopped more than 22 million pieces of direct mail from going to names and addresses of the deceased in the past year, rep- resenting over 60 per cent of the total problem and saving UK mar- keting companies an estimated $26.5 million (Canadian funds). Currently, more than 90 per cent of all UK deaths are registered with TBR UK. Canada is the first coun- try outside Britain to join TBR’s in- ternational expansion. Mark Roy, chief executive of the REaD Group, says with more than 40 million letters a year being sent to Canadians who have died, plus a similar number of telephone calls, the issue can no longer be ignored. “The Canadian public needs a so- lution to stop unwanted direct mail and telemarketing calls to the de- ceased,” adds Mr. Roy. “As registra- tions for TBR grow, it will send a clear and unequivocal message to Canadian companies that it makes both commercial and marketing sense to stop mailing and calling Canadians who have died. “Thanks to the support of the Canadian funeral industry, regis- tration could not be simpler, and will become an integral part of or- ganizing a funeral,” continues Mr. Roy. “In a matter of months there will simply be no excuse for Canadi- an companies to use out-of-date in- formation and continue causing distress and upset to the friends and relatives of those that have died.” According to Mr. Easthope, it takes time - different lengths of time for different people and cir- cumstances - before things like a telemarketer asking to speak with a family member who has died, does- n’t hurt. Consumers can register new or past deaths with TBR Canada over the Internet www.the-bereavement- reg ister.ca or by filling in an appli- cation at participating funeral homes across the country. Mr. Easthope is currently direc- tor of the Durham Grief Resource Centre. His latest book about griev- ing is called ‘Seasons of the Heart’ and is published by Deltomi Pub- lishing, Oshawa. Registry set up to eliminate mass mail sent to deceased Feature▼▼FY ✦ Registry from page 10 Keeping an eye on the news News Advertiser ..Read by more people in your community than any other newspaper Metroland Durham Region Media Group An award-winning news team! ARTICLES WANTED COLLECTOR looking for old hi-fi com- ponents, speakers, 35 years, also old audio amplifiers, pre amps, tuners. No factory consoles. Call 519-853-2157. VACATIONS DISNEY FOUR MILES Luxury condos. 3 bdrm sleeps 8. Pool, hot tub, sauna, security. Shopping, restaurants, golf close by. From $490 to $665 U.S./wk. Telephone 1-800-668-9200. Email: jjmclinv@nrtco.net Advertising Feature TALL LIKE ME Finally there is a specialty fashion forward store which caters to the “tall, slender” girl. Focusing on the “Funky” and modern styles with inseams starting at 34 inch to 36 inch, Tall Like Me features such fashion lines as Mavi and Silver jeans, Parasuco, Moda Vero, Damzels in This Dress and Orb. Tall Like Me also carries it’s own fashion designs. They are located in downtown Whitby just east of Brock Street off Dundas Street on Green Street. Fall into style and comfort at G R O U N D SHOW , now open at Pearson Lanes, where you’ll discover fashions new to Canada. The casual elegance of knitted sweaters and coordinated skirt and pant sets come together to create a distinctive look you’re sure to love. Shop owner Nancy Ownsworth is proud to launch G RO U N D SHOW’ s first Canadian locations. Founded in 1997, G R O U N D SHOW offers upscale fashions created in China by award winning designers who have a focus on global trends. Sweaters dazzle with details and style, from shawl collars to glamourous trims. Printed pants offer the ultimate in comfort. Choose from captivating fall colours like plums, rust, taupe and more. Because Nancy offers just a limited number of each style, you can enjoy a look that’s all your own. Nancy invites you to enjoy her unique collection of fashions, now available at up to 30% off . What a great time to find something special for your fall and winter wardrobe! Each outfit comes with a washing bag for your convenience. GROUNDSHOW INTERNATIONAL 2003 Readers' Choice Awards VALENTINO’S Valentino’s, the 2003 Salon of the Year invites you to check out our new website and enter our online makeover contest at: www.valentinos.ca From the richness of the earth and the sea....give The Facial Place Spa the opportunity to indulge your body with luxurious skin conditioning treatments: Exhilarating sea salts from Spain, silky body lotions from Baden-Baden, Germany, rich seaweeds from Brittany. 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This year’s event, held November 19-23 was another great success, the result of many dedicated hours by countless volunteers, sponsors and supporters. More than 120 spectacular Christmas trees, wreaths and centerpieces created a sparkling backdrop for the events held during the Festival. “I want to acknowledge the tremendous support of the community by their attendance at these events despite the recent concerns regarding the future of the Ajax and Pickering site of Rouge Valley”, said Cherry Sevigny, chair of the Festival of Trees. “I also want to recognize all of the dedicated people behind the scenes who are to be commended for their commitment to the Festival. It is so rewarding for me to work with these people, who in turn inspire me to do a good job. They are great role models for our many youth volunteers who are our future fundraisers!” “Holiday Fare”, Durham’s cocktail party of the season opened this year’s Festival. Elegant and sophisticated, the event drew nearly 200 new and old friends of the Rouge Valley Health System. The following day almost 400 school children claimed the winter wonderland as their own as part of the school program. Group Night, Family Night and the North Pole Pyjama Picnic saw almost 2,000 children and their families enjoy the magic that is the Festival of Trees. Not to be left out were the many seniors who enjoyed a lunch and entertainment designed just for them in mind. The Jingle Bell Jam participants kicked up their heels at one of the most popular Festival events. And finally, the Festival Fashion Show, featuring the not-for-raffle members of the Pickering Fire Fighters Association showcased some of this season’s holiday fashions. Proceeds from the 2003 CIBC Wood Gundy Festival of Trees will benefit the $47 million redevelopment and equipment purchases at the Ajax and Pickering site of the Rouge Valley Health System. This redevelopment includes: CIBC Wood Gundy Durham Festival of Trees • A new Emergency department • An expanded X-ray department • A new complex continuing care unit • Rehabilitation and Mental Health Services • New capital equipment The Rouge Valley Health System Foundation extends its thanks to the many sponsors, volunteers and supporters for this year’s Festival of Trees. It simply would not happen without your dedication, time and talent. • Angel- The Bay Scarborough • Carroll Home Improvements • Celia Klemenz • Clinique- Sears, Pickering • Judi Valdez • Kraft • Manulife Investments • O’Brien Dance Studio • Phoenix Enterprises • Pickering Sports Medicine and Wellness Clinic • The Gift Gallery • The Waterdrop-Pickering • The Wellness Spa • Valentinos • Vera Wang- The Bay Scarborough • Young Singers of Ajax Sharon Milton Co-Chair - Holiday Fare Event Elizabeth Soler, Chair of the Rouge Valley’s Patron’s Council with Nancy Maxwell, past Chair of the RVHS Foundation Hume Martin, President and CEO, Rouge Valley Health System enjoys the festivities at Holiday Fair Cherry Sevigny, Chair of the Festival of Trees with newly elected Mayor of Pickering, Dave Ryan Ellie Cholette of the Decorating Challenge, with her “Tuxedo Christmas” tree Guests with Bay Bears, from The Bay in Scarborough Town Centre Jacquelynn Tanner, sutton group-heritage realty and sponsor of Volunteer Hospitality enjoys the trees with her husband, Jim. Ron Halliday speaks with Debbie McGarry, President and CEO, RVHS Foundation Darren Smith and Dave Sinclair bring greetings from title sponsor CIBC Wood Gundy, while George Tsioutsioulas Co-Host of the Gardening Gamble looks on. Hawaiian Pacific Magic dancers The CIBC Wood Gundy team, Imtiaz Ahmad, Jayne Fiamboli and Greg Eickmeier visit with Nina Wilson, (second from right), co- chair Holiday Fare. From left to right: Will Akkermans - General Manager, Central Region, Enbridge Gas Distribution, John Cramm, Operations Manager, Central Region East ,Enbridge Gas Distribution, Ian Hamilton,Vice President, East Central Ontario BMO Financial Group with Mayor Dave and Mrs. Anne Ryan. In addition to the many supporters already acknowledged, the Rouge Valley Health System would like to thank: “Open and prepared to serve our community. Today, and tomorrow.” Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. 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Aw aken your senses with a relaxing Spectra Colour Spa treatment TO ADVERTISE IN THE HEALTH & BEAUTY FEATURE CONTACT MARILYN BROPHY AT 905-683-5110 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 PAGE 19 A/P Preparing your Workplace for Durham Region’s Smoke-Free By-law Workshop will include: A summary of the by-law (Implementation date of June 1, 2004) How the by-law will be enforced Information to help employees quit smoking How the Health Department can support your efforts Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2004 Weedless Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Location: Oshawa Golf Club 160 Alexandra Street Oshawa, Ontario To register or for more information call Durham Region Health Department at 905-723-8521 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2519 or email healthatwork@region.durham.on.ca by January 7, 2004 This workshop is available at no cost to Durham Region workplace representatives. for Employers, Managers, Human Resource and Occupational Health Staff Dr. Anthony Mac OPTOMETRIST Now Opening at Hakim Plaza Starting Thursday, November 13, 2003 • Eye Exams • Pediatric Vision Care • Ocular Health Assessments Including Glaucoma and Cataracts PLEASE CALL FOR APPOINTMENTS 65 Kingston Rd. 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We are currently living in an information age and the Internet has turned everyone’s home into libraries f illed with volumes of information. Some of the web sites are factual and set up for the lay person, however, some are so detailed, they only confuse the Internet user. When surfing the Net, try to be specific to avoid being inundated with hundreds of web pages to choose from. For example, never just search the word “foot” as this is far too broad a topic. You can begin your search with the Ontario Podiatry Association Web Site. Some other sites more general are wemmd.com or familydoctor.org The internet allows you to search for a podiatrist in your area, look up specific problems (Arthritis.ca) and their treatments, or it may help you develop a training program. You may just want to learn about f itness (f itness.com)or f ind a directory for a massage therapist or a yoga group(yoga.com). You may want to learn about proper foot care, for which there are numerous sites. For simple problems, the Internet can be beneficial as the patient can begin self-treatment. In some cases this may resolve the problem without the need for professional help. Care should always be taken when treating yourself; a simple problem may turn into a larger, more extensive one that will now, not only require professional help, but will take much longer to resolve. For example a single planter wart may grow into numerous lesions if home treatment continues without professional supervision. A problem that was thought to be a simple sprain, may take longer to heal than you expected. After several weeks you decide to seek professional help and find that the sprain was indeed a fracture that has now healed in misalignment; this creates a more debilitating problem that could have been avoided with quick medical intervention. The laws are vague governing any standard of medical accuracy or its content. Be wary of promises and quick fixes that are being sold on the Internet. They are preying upon your vulnerability and pain. Never buy prescription drugs on the Net. You, as a layperson are not aware of the possible drug interactions with any other medications you may be on. Don’t be fooled by inexpensive arch supports that are being passed off as orthotics. They may not only add to your current problems, but certainly may create new ones. Whatever the advantages of the Internet are, the negatives are just as great. Nothing replaces the need for the medical professional and his ability to educate. Several years ago I created a newsletter for my office waiting room. I used a disclaimer at the bottom stating that “Information contained in this newsletter should not take the place of the diagnosis and treatment by a medical professional”. Maybe this disclaimer should be used for every medical web page. If you have a question you would like answered, or a topic you would like addressed, please send it to Ask the podiatrist c/o The News Advertiser. 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Not only was the tournament, which kicked off Friday afternoon, a battle among many elite senior boys' basketball teams in the GTA and around the province, it was also a chance for the Nekkers boys to renew their rivalry. You see, Cam Nekkers, the senior boys' coach at Pine Ridge and one of the tournament organizers, was hoping to get a chance to play his brother Jeff's team, the Vincent Massey High School Mustangs, of Windsor. And, after the Pumas blew out To r onto's Martingrove Collegiate Institute Bears 70-53 in the tourna- ment opener Friday afternoon, the stage was apparently set for a re- newal of the Nekkers' coaching rival- ry. The Vincent Massey Mustangs played Oshawa's O'Neill Collegiate in the second game later Friday af- ternoon, with the result unavailable at press deadline. The winner was to play Pine Ridge Saturday morning. "We had to win in order to meet my brother's team," says Cam Nekkers after his Pumas solid win over Martingrove. "There has been a fairly good rivalry between the two of us. His team has won two years in a row, so I have a bit of an axe to grind. They beat us with the same group he has this year." In addition to host Pine Ridge, Mar tingrove and Vincent Massey, Pickering High School of Ajax, Earl Haig of Scarborough, Regiopolis/Notre Dame of Kingston, and Bluevale Collegiate of Kitchener also competed in the tournament. The final game went Saturday night after press deadline. In Friday's opener, the Pumas used their front-court size to great advantage against a much smaller Martingrove squad, which was the f irst senior boys' basketball team at the Toronto school in four years. The Pumas sprinted out to a seven-point lead after the first quar- ter, but were reeled in by Martin- grove in the second stanza, when the Bears administered a tough, full-court press that rattled the Pumas. In the process, the Bears went on an 11-0 run to erase a 10- point deficit at the start of the quar- ter and post a 27-26 lead at the mid- way point of the quarter. "They made a run at us in the sec- ond quarter," says Nekkers. "We called a timeout and went out and answered back. The guys responded to the run and basketball is all about runs." Undeterred, Pine Ridge rebound- ed to lead by six (35-29) at half time. In the second half, it was all Pumas as they opened up a 53-40 bulge at the end of the third quarter and led by as many as 20 points in the final quarter. Nekkers praised the work of se- niors Rohan Burrell and Andre Par- ris and guard-turned-forward Liv- ingston Cunningham, who all had solid efforts against Martingrove. 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Liverpool Rd S. 1635 Pickering PKWY 1623 Pickering PKWY Marshcourt Dr. Burnside Dr. Larksmere Cres. Brands Ct. Anton Sq. Bloomfield Crt. We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo On the run AJAX –– Pickering High School Trojans’ Eric Roberts drives to the hoop as he’s being defended by Dunbar- ton High School Spartans’ Jamal Lyttle during Durham Region senior basketball play at the Ajax school on Thursday afternoon. Pickering High won 71-56. Goaltending key to Generals’ fine play By Brian McNair Staff Editor DURHAM — It was no mystery at the beginning of the season the Os- hawa Generals would be only as strong as their goaltending. And it's proven true. But veteran Chris Beckford-Tseu was supposed to be the one bailing the Generals out, not a pair of un- proven 18-year-olds. Just a month after Beckford-Tseu was traded to Kingston, he's already a forgotten man thanks to the play of Dan Turple, who came over from the Frontenacs in the deal, and rookie Ryan Gibb, whose superb play made Beckford-Tseu expend- able in the first place. Turple made 48 saves as the Gen- erals stole a 3-2 decision from the Sudbury Wolves Sunday afternoon, completing a three-game weekend sweep on the road and vaulting the Generals into first place in the OHL's East Division with a 10-12-5-1 record. Gibb stopped 34 pucks the night before in Barrie, as the Generals downed the Colts 2-1 in overtime. "I'm pleased that we've got two guys who have two or three years ahead of them in the league," Gen- erals' coach George Burnett says of his new tandem. "They're support- ing each other well... They both want to play, but it's a positive situ- ation." Turple now has a 3-1-1 record, 2.04 goals-against average and .939 save percentage in six appearances with Oshawa. Gibb is 6-7-2 with a 2.95 GAA and .905 percentage. Burnett says he will probably con- tinue rotating between the two until such time one proves he's deserving of the No. 1 role. He expects both will see action this weekend, as the Generals host the Eastern Confer- ence-leading Mississauga IceDogs (14-7-3-1) Friday at 7:35 p.m. and the Peterborough Petes (10-11-1-2) Sun- day at 7 p.m. The Generals will welcome anoth- er new player to the fold Friday after acquiring overage right-winger Ryan Bowness from the Brampton Battalion Monday in exchange for overager Aaron Lobb and the rights to NCAA player Luch Aquino. Bowness, who was Brampton's captain, had 4-6-10 numbers in 13 games with the Battalion this sea- son. "He's a big, strong, tough guy who's got some good skating ability," says Burnett. "He's got the potential and he's proven he can score in this league." GENERALLY SPEAKING: The Generals have played 17 of their 28 games on the road this season... Sunday's home game against the Petes will be televised on Rogers Sportsnet and start at 7 p.m., a half-hour later than usual. “BEST AVAILABLE RATES” “PRIVATE FUNDS AVAILABLE” Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CALL 905-666-4986 From 4.85% for 5 years. 1st & 2nd Mortgages to 100% Condos Rental Properties Advertising Feature PICKERING FOCUS ON BUSINES S THRIFTY MECHANIC SHOP Inc. 695 Finley Ave., Unit 1 & 2, Tel. 905-683-1112 Proud to serve you Oil Change $18.95 for most cars. CUSTOM UPGRADES INCLUDED WITH ALL RENOVATION PROJECTS BOOKED THIS MONTH! HUGE RENOVATION SHOWROOM KITCHEN & BATHROOM MODELS 1 -8 8 8 -B A T H -R E N O 4 1 6 -2 8 5 -6 7 9 8 PAY NO TAX, NO GST, NO PST F O R K I T C H E N & B A TH R O O M R E N O VAT I O N S To advertise in this feature please call Inside Sales at 905-579-4400 ext. 2303, 2271, 2304 Now is the time to start planning for those new kitchens and bathrooms that you want finished this winter. Visit Plumbing Mart and choose from the wide variety of beautiful kitchen and bathroom ensembles in a wide range of prices to fit your budget. Right now all projects booked this month will be discounted to the equivalent of the GST and PST. Clients can also expect that you’ll have a hassle-free renovations started and finished on schedule. “Customers don’t want to hear excuses of why a project is being delayed or that the renovation crew is working on more than one project at a time,” says Sam Beninato of Plumbing Mart. “At Plumbing Mart we have one crew working at one project at a time,” says Sam. “That is why we can guarantee our start and finish dates.” Satisfying their customers is what has made Plumbing Mart leaders when it comes to kitchen and bathroom renova- tions. Over the last 45 years they have established an excellent reputation with a list of more than 18,000 satisfied cus- tomers.” “Every project is a team effort between the sales consultant, the crew, the site manager and site supervisor,” says Sam. “That’s to ensure each and everyone of our customers is completely satisfied with their project which is also backed by Plumbing Mart’s 5-year installation war- ranty.” Plumbing Mart designs, supplies and installs with no hidden extras. They also offer a FREE in-home, no obligation esti- mate. Located at 1534 Midland Ave., the Plumbing Mart showroom is only 15 min- utes from anywhere in Ajax and Pickering. It's a short drive west on Hwy 401, south on McCowan Rd. to Lawrence, go west two major intersections to Midland and then just one block north to Plumbing Mart on the west side. Call their showroom at (416) 285-6798 for a free in-home estimate. Call Plumbing Mart toll free at 1-888-BATHRENO or 1- 888-228-4736. Also visit their website at www.bathreno.ca Plan Now For Renovations This Winter Start & Finish Times Guaranteed! Panthers bite the Bullets Pickering bantam selects edge Brampton in f inal of London tournament PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers bantam select hockey team went undefeated, with an impressive 5-0 record, to grab the championship banner at the recent London tournament. The championship game was a battle of two undefeated teams, with the Panthers pre- vailing 3-2 over a spirited Brampton Bullets squad. Michael Scott netted two goals, with Michael Degroot picking up the winner. Assists went to Mark Hoyne with two, Brendan Doyle, Robert Barron, Andrew Brien and Sean Walker. In the semifinal, Pickering de- feated a tough league rival in Whitby, winning 5-3. Mark Badcock, Walker, Deg- root, Doyle and Brien scored. The helpers went to Brad Spiers with two, Bryan Kirow, Mark Jovanov, Degroot, Walker and goalie Daniel Thorpe. Goalie Jeff Love registered a shutout when the Panthers de- feated another entry from Brampton, 5-0. Miles Ashmore, Walker, Doyle, Barron and Jovanov scored, Barron contributed two assists, Degroot, Walker, Bad- cock and Hoyne added one apiece. Not to be outdone, goaltender Thorpe blanked North London in a 2-0 victory over the tourna- ment hosts. Jovanov and Doyle scored, with assists to Hoyne and Kylle Purcell. Pickering opened the tourna- ment with a 3-2 victory over the neighbouring Ajax Knights ban- tam. Badcock supplied two goals; Michael Degroot again potted the winner. Jovanov and Brien chipped in with two assists; Walker and Spiers added one apiece. Defencemen Adam Wilkinson and Matt Frawley were solid on the blue line and were one of the reasons Pickering gave up only seven goals in the five tourna- ment games. Brandon Racicot was unable to make the trip. Greg Scott coaches the team, assisted by Steve Spiers and Bob Thorpe. Joan Doyle is the team manager and Gail McIn- tosh was the team's trainer for the tournament, filling in for the L arry Brien. The Pickering Panthers bantam select hockey team celebrates after winning the London tournament banner recently. AJAX — Stifling defensive play by East Side Mario's led to a 29- 21 victory over Donlands Jew- ellers in Ajax Ladies' Recre- ational Basketball League last Wednesday. East Side Mario's held Don- lands Jewellers to 13 first-half points and only eight in the sec- ond. East Side's Lori Lomberg, who led all scorers with 16 points, netted 12 in the first half. Kevina Morrison took over the offence for East Side's in the sec- ond half scoring eight of her 10 points, while East Side's tight- ened its team defence and pre- vented the jewellers from pene- trating the key. All players for East Side's found the bucket showing they could play both de- fence and offence. Sue Nowry led the jewellers' offence with six points. In the second game, Scotia- bank remained undefeated with an 8-0 record after a 32-27 win over Select Food Products in a hard-fought contest. Scotiabank's Engrid Carmichael Johnson led the way with 10 points. Tiina Henskusens replied with 11 for Select Food Products. Players in the league live in Ajax and Pickering. Stingy defence leads Mario’s to hoops win www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 PAGE 25 P Delivered from our door to your home or office. ORDER NOW OR P E R S O N ALGIFT!MAKESAGRE ATC O R PORATE Drink responsiblyPLEASE www.MetrolandWineConnection.com or call 1-86 6-216-1225 Between 8am and 8pm DECEMBER HOLIDAY SELECTIONS We’ve selected the perfect gift for your friends or yourself Gordon Stimmell To ronto Star wine critic “At its simplest, we want to find wines that smell and taste terrific for our Wine Connection subscribers. 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A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 633 Granite Court Pickering, ON L1W 3K1 Fax: 905 837-6352 humanresources@lenbrook.com Reporting to the Vice-President of Employee Services, this position is responsible for providing executive administrative support and project assistance. Executive Assistant - File – 495 Qualifications: The primary responsibilities of this position include: Advanced proficiency in MS Windows XP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Strong interpersonal skills Minimum five years ExecutiveAssistant experience is required Must be professional, organized, proactive, and extremely confidential Must be very flexible and possess excellent communication skills Must be able to easily adapt to changing schedules Administrative support including, but not limited to: word processing, scheduling, screening telephone calls, mail- sorting, photocopying, filing etc. Screening internal and external guests Preparing confidential projects and reports Coordinating various meetings - agenda development, organizing necessary files/documents, preparing and distributing meeting minutes, and related follow-up Making travel arrangements Liasing with community associations Other projects/activities may apply If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your résumé electronically, quoting File #495 by December 12, 2003. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all others for their interest. No phone calls or agencies please. Ready to serve. SOBEYS PICKERING is opening soon! SOBEYS is a major food retailer with more than 900 stores in ten provinces and thousands of wholesale customers. Our employees are friendly, dynamic and enthusiastic individuals who strive to not only meet, but exceed our customer’s expectations time after time. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced working environment together with tremendous learning and career advancement opportunities. Are you a fun and energetic person who thrives on providing exceptional customer service? Do you have a passion for food? Well…have we got an opportunity for you! We’re looking for employees to join us in the following areas: •Cashier • Meat • Grocery • Bakery • Produce • Seafood • Floral • Deli If this sounds like a tasty opportunity… Visit our Career Fair at: Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering Wednesday, December 10, 2003 1pm to 8pm (It’s not necessary to be first in line, as we will be available to speak with you at all times between 1pm and 8pm.) Candidates are asked to provide at least three employment references at the career fair. Sobeys is an equal opportunity employer. • Legal Administrative Assistant • Law Clerk • Medical Office Assistant • Esthetics and Salon Operations • Personal Support Worker (PSW) LEGAL ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE • Network Administrator (MCSA) CANADIAN FLORAL ACADEMY now offers you a three-week train- ing program in the floral industry. Complete training in business, marketing and job skills. Enroll now!! Call 905-436-7746. COMPUTER COURSES at Dur- ham College. MICROSOFT CER- TIFIED SYSTEMS ENGINEER, MICROSOFT OFFICE, CCNA, A+, MCSA. Changing career path? Tr ain at top rated Durham College in 100% instructor led courses. Full/Part time available. Funding through EI/OSAP, WSIB to quali- fied. These certifications are highly sought after skills in todays IT en- vironment. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca DRIVER/WAREHOUSE For over 46 years, Swish Maintenance Limited has enjoyed continued success as a leader in the Sanitation Supply In- dustry. As a team, we succeed because our people are fully trained, rewarded and supported with company benefits, competitive salaries and advancement opportunities. Swish invites you to share our exciting goals by joining our winning team of professionals, working in an ISO 9002 envi- ronment. We are currently seeking a DRIVER/WARE- HOUSE position for our Whitby location. This is a full-time permanent entry-level position with a starting rate of $10.96- 12.69 based on experience, with a secure, growing company. The successful candidate must be a team player, experienced in warehouse duties, stock picking, truck loading, able to lift 50lb without difficulty, have a clean driving record and a valid DZ Drivers license. Knowledge of the GTA a definite asset. Qualified candidates are asked to submit resume and Driver’s Abstract and CVOR to: In person at 500 Hopkins St.,Whitby L1N 2B9 By fax 905-686-7616 or e-mail whitby@swish.ca ****NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE**** We thank all applicants in advance, However only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tired of Going Nowhere? We’ll get you moving…. Albion Hills Industries Ltd. Established 1979 Busy carrier has US highway single positions available for AZ Licensed Drivers We offer: A Competitive Pay Package Comprehensive Benefit Package Weekly Pay, Direct Deposit Home Every Weekend Satellite Dispatch and more Must have a clean abstract and clear criminal search Call: 905-665-6752 1-866-837-7095 email: recruiting@on.aibn.com LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT? Are you 16-30 years old and a resident of Durham Region? Are you unemployed, not attending school fulltime and not collecting E.I. Benefits? The YOUTH CAREERS 2000 Program is currently conducting interviews for upcoming sessions in the Oshawa area. This program is designed to support you by: •Paid 3-week job preparation •Matching your interests and skills to employment opportunities •16 weeks of work experience •Continued support in securing employment To register for orientations CALL (905) 427-7670 (Collect Calls Accepted) Ask to speak with Ben This project is funded by the Government of Canada Calling all Prep and Fry Cooks! SOBEYS PICKERING needs fun, energetic and Customer Service oriented people to join our Delicatessen! Our Deli offers customers a hearty variety of fresh hot and cold food choices such as Rotisserie Chicken, Wings, Gourmet Pizzas, Salads, Subs and more! Here’s a chance for you to put your restaurant experience to use while beginning an exciting new career in a new venue! Visit our Career Fair at: Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering Wednesday, December 10, 2003 1pm to 8pm Please provide at least three employment references at the career fair. Ready to serve. DURHAM WIDE EXPANSION DURHAM REGIONAL PROTECTION IMMEDIATE OPENINGS In customer service, sales, labour & office work $3000 per month performance guar. No experience necessary, benefits. Company vehicle and/or transportation available for qualified applicants. Call 905-434-8073 Sat & Sun 10-2, Monday 9-9 23 MANAGERS NEEDED Start local, go anywhere in Canada in 8 - 12 months. Advertising and Sales Full time, serious inquires only. Ask for Jessie @ (905)721-0551 ROGERS TELEVISION in Durham Region has 3 immediate openings for broadcast professionals. Pub- licity and Promotions Officer, Pro- motions Producer and Videogra- pher. To learn more about these opportunities, please go to www.rogers.com, click on ca- reers@rogers and then Rogers Cable Inc. Deadline for applica- tions is December 15th. AZ Drivers needed Clean abstract and U.S. experience. Full or part- time. Benefit package. 2 day trips from Ajax. 416-417-6948 DRIVER WANTED Experienced Straight Truck Driver required with excellent communication skills. Must be customer service orientat- ed, hard working and neat in ap- pearance. Clean abstract required. Please Fax resume to 416-293- 4225 URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals with clean- ing experience for great new op- portunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $9. - $10 per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious in- quires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. $SALES REPS DREAM$ Leading Energy Supplier Seeks B2B/Residential Reps Earn Up To $2,500/wk Commercial Managers Required Earn Up To $200K. Call Leo at 905-435-0518 APPOINTMENT COORDINA- TORS needed immediately for busy service office. $8.00 per hr. to start. Call (905) 426-9783. ASSISTANT to General Manager, high energy person to assist GM in various interesting duties. 20-30 flex hours per week. Will train. Good remuneration package. Re- sumes to: Assistant GM Position, 636 Aspen Rd., Pickering, ON L1V 3T7 CASHIER WANTED for self-serve gas bar. Part-time, afternoon and midnight shifts. Bring resume to Sunoco, 1800 Brock Rd., Picker- ing. ENTRY LEVEL OPENINGS.If you like sports, people and travel, call today, start tomorrow. F/T only. Call Jenny @ (905) 721-2270 FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Suitable for students. Call for a carrier route in your area today. (905)683-5117 GET PAID WEEKLY!P/T & F/T, mail processors needed immedi- ately. Call 1-800-279-0019 ext. 105, or visit our website at www.opportunity-depot.com/mb JOIN THE REFINANCE BOOM Expanding Company in local area looking for motivated professionals with Sales or C.S.R. background. Call 1-800-590-7203 ext 2320 LONG TERM light industrial, $8 to $10 per hr. please come and apply at our new location on Dec. 2 and 3rd, or Dec. 9, 10th. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at 1614 Dundas St. East, Suite #203, Whitby. between Thickson and Dundas beside the Pro Golf building. NAIL TECHNICIAN with experi- ence for nail salon at the new Pick- ering Flea Market, weekends. Will provide some training if necessary. Contact Cell (416)414-8220 NCL MOVING SYSTEMS - AZ Driver and Brokers with experi- enced High Value and Household required. Benefits. Scar. based. New equipment Local/Long Dis- tance/US. Call 888-271-9997 Purchaser/Sales Person Required Experience in Plumbing, Electrical and Hardware a MUST. Call for appointment Holland Building Centre 905-725-4709. P/T SUPERVISOR required for janitorial company in Ajax. Must be mature & have excellent HR skills. Need car. $16/hr. 1-2 evenings /week. (613)966-4495 Leave message. PEOPLES TAXI - Taxi drivers, Dispatchers & Mechanics needed immediately for fast growing com- pany. Male or female, part or full- time. (905)427-7770 PERRY HOUSE CHILD care is accepting applications for a cook. Full time. Please fax resume to 6688528 or mail to: 129 Perry St., Whitby, Ontario L1N 4B7 or drop in person. PICKERING Christian Non-Profit Daycare is looking for a full time, permanent teacher, E.C.E. only apply, spit shift.. Fax resume: Hir- ing Committee 905-839-8273 A.S.A.P. PUT YOUR PC TO WORK!Work from home part-time! Be your own Boss! For a free info package visit.. www.markworkathome.com or call 416-324-07182 Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Ave. We T rain You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 Christmas Help Wanted SALES,GREAT $$$ for holidays! Bay portrait Studio Oshawa. Per- manent part-time and full-time, training. Responsible people only. Call 647-293-3901. SIDING AND TROUGH CREWS with experience. Year round work. Call 416-438-4344. WAIT STAFF - required, full and part time with experience for new restaurant opening soon in Ajax. Call for interview Cathy (905)427- 9933 WEEKLY PAYCHEQUES!Com- pany needs help filling out their simple worksheets. P/T or F/T. Call 1-800-279-0019 ext. CP7. WORK FROM HOME Health and Nutrition Industry. $500-$1500 P/T $2000-$4000 F/T. Full Training Provided. 416-376-7926. www.athome-ebiz.com ESTHETICIAN Par t-time, even- ings and weekends, The Facial Place, Pickering (905)831-9700 EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST required for 'trendy salon' in Pickering 905-426-2005 E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 07, 2003, PAGE 27 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com CHEMICAL PRODUCTION OPERATOR Rohm and Haas Canada Inc., a Canadian subsidiary of a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of specialty chemical products, has an opening for a Chemical Production Operator at our manufacturing facility located on the east side of Toronto. As a Chemical Production Operator, your responsibilities will include driving a forklift, manually handling materials, operating and monitoring process equipment, as well as performing other general processing duties. This position could lead to other responsibilities, including the operation of process control systems. The facility is a seven-day operation. Candidates must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift in a team environment, have excellent organizing and communication skills, and possess good computer skills. We invite all interested candidates to apply, although preference will be given to those with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the chemical industry, or a community college diploma in Chemical Technology (or equivalent). Rohm and Haas Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that offers an excellent wage and benefits package. Please mail or e-mail (no faxes or phone calls) your resume to: Ms. T. Newall, Human Resources. E-mail: hrcanada@rohmhaas.com We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. INC. 2 MANSE ROAD • WEST HILL, ONTARIO M1E 3T9 RECEPTIONIST Required for busy hi-tech company. Excellent customer service skills and an attitude that "the customer comes first", a must. Good working knowledge and use of windows based computers, excel and word. University degree in business an asset. Email resume to cardac@keyscan.ca requires a NEW VEHICLE SALES CONSULTANT To join our sales team Please fax resume to (905) 839-7919 PA RT & FULL TIME Ontario Certified Teachers required teaching adults during the day in Pickering. Enthusiasm, flexibility, as well as a Teaching Certificate are needed. Ph. Rosana Gardner: 905-420-9930 If you have genital herpes you may be eligible to participate in a clinical research study that is evaluating a new investigational drug that may prevent or shorten the time you have herpes lesions. 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Rental O ffice: Mon. - Fri. after 10:30 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiantproperty@rogers.com 3 3 & 7 7 F a l by C r t ., A j a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.aja xa pa r t m en t s .co m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. 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Fax re- sume to 905-885-6156 or email hr@nordockinc.com 2ND OR 3RD apprentice mechan- ic required. Own tools, for clean Whitby auto shop. Drop off resume to: Classic Auto, 1549 Victoria St. E., Unit #B, Whitby. CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS Handymen/Servicemen & Women. Va r ious Projects & locations. Fax resume to (416)241-9845. LICENSED A MECHANIC needed for busy flat rate shop in Bowman- ville. Please fax resume to 905- 623-4286. QUANTUM CNC INC.Whitby is looking for a skilled CNC Machin- ing Centre Setter, Operator. Work includes high tolerance nuclear and aerospace components, proto- typing and production runs. Duties will include setting and operating 4 axis machining centres. Must be able to work independently. Knowl- edge of Mastercam and machining exotic materials an asset. Fax re- sume to: (905) 434-8490 or drop off to 2100 Forbes St., Unit 6, Whitby. AJAX INSURANCE Broker re- quires full time enthusiastic Recep- tionist/Technician Assistant with in- surance background Please fax re- sume to 905-428-8672 OFFICE CLERK:EXPERIENCED, required for a growing firm located in Pickering, Ontario to provide support to office. Duties include invoicing, order entry, filing, recep- tion, customer communication, and varied other tasks. $12/hr. Fax re- sume to HR@905-831-0104. QUANTUM CNC INC.is looking for an Admin person to run the front office. Strong time manage- ment and organizational skills re- quired. Must be comfortable with multi-tasking, working indepen- dently and dealing with customer and suppliers. Opportunities to grow with the company available for the right candidate. Please fax resume to (905) 434-8490 RECEPTIONIST needed part-time for permanent position 2 half days/week. Telephone, computer, dictation skills and past Medical of- fice experience required. Fax re- sume: 905-686-1295 SARP SEWER SERVICES locat- ed in Pickering is looking for an ex- perienced accounts payable/pur- chasing assistant. Under the su- pervision of the regional controller, the successful candidate will be re- sponsible for the purchasing of our supplies and be the liaison with our suppliers. Experience with En- terprise Resource Planning (ERP) accounting software (Word and Excel) would be an asset. We offer competitive salary and benefits. Please fax your resumes to (905)683-4668 or E-mail to ser.dasilva@sarp-onyx.ca FULL OR PART TIME Experi- enced Dental Receptionist (Able- dent) assisting an asset. Must be caring, organized and very effi- cient. Whitby location. Position available Jan. 1/04. Fax resume to: 905-668-1970. 20 Class DZ Drivers Required Immediately Driving Opportunity of a Lifetime Our client requires experienced, customer service oriented DZ drivers for the following assignments: ● Local GTA deliveries based from Mississauga ●9 PM to 6 AM shift/7 day operation Candidates require: ●Minimum 3 yrs exp. ●Clean CVOR record and abstract required We offer: ●$15.00 per hr. to start / 40 hrs week guaranteed ●Group Insurance Call 1-800-265-7435 or (416) 249-2373 fax (416) 249-3039 Global Driver Services Inc. Visit our website at www.fordrivers.com SALES REPRESENTATIVE.Food Processor located in Pickering, looking for a sales rep to cover the territory from Oshawa to Yonge. Must have a few years of retail sales experience, a positive atti- tude, good work ethic, be well or- ganized, have a reliable vehicle. Renumeration includes salary and vehicle expenses. Please submit resume to: File # 963 Oshawa This Week. P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5. SALES,returning back to work? Seeking extra income? Creative marketing firm seeks mature com- missioned salesperson. Industry experience not necessary. Sales experience desired. Fax resume to: 905-426-7674. SALESPERSONS required imme- diately. (Full/Part-time) for high- speed Internet in Durham Re- gion/adjoining areas. Training pro- vided. Fax resume: 416-913-1227 or email: direct_marketing@sympatico.ca DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED, The Family Dental Centre requires an outgoing Level Two Dental As- sistant for our new Cobourg facil- ity. Experience with cosmetic and implant dentistry is necessary for this comprehensive dental prac- tice. If you have excellent commu- nication skills and enjoy people ap- ply in confidence to Natalie at 905- 372-7400 or fax resume to 613- 398-6979. DENTAL ASSISTANT, SCAR- BOROUGH.Full-time, maternity leave. Must be PDA-Level II. En- thusiastic, friendly team player, non-smoker, immediate. Fax re- sume to: 416-438-3858 DENTAL receptionist/co-ordinator wanted to join family practice in quality-oriented, challenging posi- tion. No weekends, performance bonus included. Please fax re- sume to 905-623-0898. Experienced medical receptionist /secretary-needed for busy group family practice. Part-time to full- time maternity leave position need- ed immediately. Please forward re- sume to: File #962, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON. L1H 7L5. FULL TIME HARP Certified Dental Assistant required for new modern dental office in Pickering. Call 416- 737-5042 or fax resume to: 905- 427-2133. WANTED FOOTCARE NURSE to join our community care team. Call 416-438-4577 or 905-666-6656 DUTCH CLEAN,high quality ser- vice covering GTA and Surround- ing Regions. Flexible hours. Days or evenings. Call Nancy (416) 570- 8007 KLASSIC CLEANING Weekly, Biweekly or Monthly Service Reliable & Thorough Mary (905)428-1648 Helen (905)427-6622 TWICE AS CLEAN Cleaning Services Av ailable for Residential and Commercial businesses by Experienced Cleaners. Call 905-683-0141 Leave Message AJAX South, 4-bedroom, 2-storey, finished basement, 50k in up- grades. A MUST SEE!!! Open House 18 Swanston Cres. Satur- day/Sunday 2-4. Michelle 905-426- 7044. BUILDER'S Designer Model home for sale. 3-bedroom bungalow, over 2000 sq.ft of finished space. $$$ Upgrades galore. Visit Dun- bury Homes Sales Centre at Mearns and Longworth Ave in Bowmanville to view or call 905- 623-3150. DISTRESS SALE Bank foreclosures. Free list of Foreclosure properties. Receive a free computerized printout. Free record message. 1-800-258-0620 ID#1042 Re/Max Rouge River Inc. OPEN HOUSE,Sunday, Decem- ber 7, 2003, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. 910 Walnut Street, Old Whitby, $325,000. Large Lot, 72'X130', 3 + 1 bdrms, large family kitchen (14'X25'), Large Master (14'X25') w/4 pc ensuite, 18X36 Inground pool, fin. bsmt, walking distance to schools (public & separate). 905- 666-1584 CONDO - Oshawa Adelaide/Sim- coe. Near hospital. Large 2 bed- room, fresh, newly renovated, ac- ceptionally clean and quiet, faces west, extra large balcony, $189,000. Phone (905) 725-3152 (416)233-6449 LUXURY 2-bedroom Condo Tridel, Champlain model, 1890 Valley Fa rm.1100sq.ft., east view, 2 full baths, newer hardwood,solarium, ensuite laundry, large locker, in- door parking, $249,000. 905-831- 3077. 1100 SQ.FT.industrial commercial unit, in Ajax for sale with office, shop with overhead door, close to 401, (no automotive). Call (905)683-3622. INDUSTRIAL UNITS, next to Oshawa Centre., close to 401, bay with roll-up door, also unit for of- fice, ample parking, good for ma- chining, tool & die, auto repair, de- tailing, all inclusive, very reason- able. (905)576-2982 or 905-626- 6619. PORT PERRY,2 commercial shops for rent, 1200 & 700 sq ft. Ideal for truck/auto repairs, lots of parking. Starting from $700/mo, in- cludes compressor usage. Call 905-440-0061 13 WILSON RD. S. OSHAWA - (Wilson/King). Beautiful lower floor for lease, suitable for office or small business. Approx. 750 sq. ft. For info. call 905-576-6999. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Vel- tri Complex, Bowmanville. King Street East. Office Retail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Ac- cessible. Spaces available rang- ing from 390 sq.ft. to 2495-sq. ft. For more information call: 905-623 -4172 COMMERCIAL/RETAIL Opportu- nity - Desired Oshawa location "Teddy's Park Plaza", 245 King St. (King/Park Rd.) 1147 sq. ft. to 3058 sq. ft. prime space available, only $16/sq. ft. Call Nick Givalas, Givalas R.E. Ltd., 905-479-4436. COURTICE,office or retail space fore rent. 950 sq. ft. Available im- mediately. 2651 Trulls Rd. S. (905) 436-2429 WHITBY 575sq ft $863/month in- clusive; King & Park 1011 sq ft, $758/month + TMI; Simoce St. 2800sq ft, $2,333/mo + TMI or $284,900 sale. Call Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group 905-436- 0990 CLASSY INDIAN/PAKASTANI clothing store for sale. $79 K. plus inventory. Call (905) 831-4442 for details. MONEY MAKER:Massage Clinic in Oshawa for sale. Regular clien- tele. Good location in busy plaza. Lots of opportunity for growth. Turnkey 41 6-561-8250 WELL ESTABLISHED auto detail shop located in downtown Oshawa. Good revenue and profit, but huge potential and capacity to double or triple sales. Excellent lo- cation. $69,900. (905)435-1091 $$1ST AND 2ND mortgages$$ Debt consolidations, refinancing, credit issues, pre approvals, cash back, low rates, residential/com- mercial. Call Dennis at (289)314- 1102 www.mortgagebid.ca $$MONEY$$- 100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799 $$Mortgages$$ 1 st 2 nd 3 rd ‘s to 100%. Pre – Christmas Bills Consolidate now and take away the stress. Good or bad Credit Call or come in. Accurate Mortgages 905-436-9292 Or 877-509-5626 650 King St. E. #204 Oshawa All applications Processed www.accuratemortgages.com $$MORTGAGES$$Best Rates Available!!! 1st/2nd mortgages, bankrupt, poor credit, self-em- ployed, no income. HMC 1-800- 699-0792. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 BEST RATES:1st/2nd Mortgages preapprovals, purchases & refi- nances for any purpose. Bad credit ok. Kim (905)723-7351, CSI Mort- gages, 718 Wilson Ave. Suite 200, Tor onto, 416-631-8042. BUSINESS FINANCE Specialist. Business loans for all purposes. From Prime +1%. 905-690-9875. DEBT problems? Settle your debts interest-free without bankruptcy, payments geared to income, stops garnishments and harass- ment from creditors. Call (905)721- 8251 For Free Consultation. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 UNIPARTCAPITAL - Mortgage fi- nancing specialists residential, commercial, industrial, debt con- solidation, private funds. We sim- plify the complicated variety of mortgage choices, to suit your per- sonal needs. (905)686-7094. 1 & 2 BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge, stove, shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable, (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1-1/2 BEDROOM, basement apartment. Whites Rd/Why#2. $620/month. Appliances, 1 park- ing, share kitchen. No-smok- ing/pets. Separate entrance, avail- able immediately. (905)420-3048 1-BDRM,very clean quiet family bldg., parking, available immedi- ately. Simcoe/Rossland area. $760 , satellite included First/last. immediately. No dogs. (905)435- 0551 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. Call (905) 579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BDRM.Russett Ave. Simcoe N., nicely decorated $870. good loca- tion, bright well maintained quiet 12plex. Nice neighbourhood, close to shopping, bus, utilities, heating, cable, parking included, Laundry facilities. No dogs. (905)576-2982. AA COZY 2 bedroom apartment in Oshawa. close to all amenities. $860 all inclusive. Available Janu- ary lst. lst/last. Phone (905)665- 3242 AJAX - 2 bed. bsmt. apt.Sep. en- trance, avail. now/Jan. 1st. $675/+util. Also 3 BED. MAIN- FLOOR, parking, laundry first/last/no-pets/smoking.. Refer- ences. Feb. 1st. $975+util. 905- 686-8104; 905-767-2642 AJAX -Harwood/Kerrison, new two bedroom, basement apt. Sep- arate entrance, includes laundry, parking, cable, $900/mo. Please call 905-426-5555. AJAX - Oxford Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, close to shopping, GO. Pool, sauna. 2-bdrm $965/mo, avail Jan. 1st; 3-bdrm $1065/mo, avail Dec & Jan. 1st. (905)683-8421 or (905)683-5322 AJAX CONVENIENT location, basement, one bedroom, living room, bathroom, small kitchenette, clean, spacious, mostly furnished, suit job transfer, student, no smok- ing/pets. $580 inclusive. parking. (905)426-2262 AJAX TWO BEDROOM basement apartment, in executive home in beautiful lakefront area. Extra high ceiling with big, bright windows in every room. Shared laundry, sep- erate entrance, lots of parking, Suitable for non smoking, profes- sional couple or single person. $900 inclusive including satellite cable. Available Jan. 15th. Call (905) (905)686-1003 AJAX- executive condo, 2 bed- room, 5 appliances, parking, lock- er, A/C, $1300 inclusive. Available immediately. Call Leslie Benc- zik.com Re/Max (905)477-0011 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Courtice, 2 bed. apt. in duplex. All inclusive, Laundry on site, 2-car parking. $850/mo. Also available 2 bed. immaculate $1100/mo. 905- 435-2470. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $825, 2 bed- room $925, 3 bedroom $ 1,025. Call (905)767-2565 BASEMENT APT.Harwood/Hwy. 2, sep. entrance, kitchen, bath, suitable for couple. Available im- mediately. $900 negotiable. All in- clusive. 647-899-1624 or (905)509 -1377 BAYLY / LIVERPOOL - Clean, bright, newly renovated one bed- room plus den basement, seperate entrance, near Go, parking, laun- dry utilities. Inc. No smoking, small dog ok, $800 (416)269-2713 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,1 bedroom basement apt., quiet family home,. separate entrance, parking, yard and 4 pa.. bath. $625/month, in- cludes utilities and cable, first/last, references required. (905)697- 0147. BRIGHT CLEAN & spacious 2 large bedrooms, large eat-in kitch- en, 2 full washrooms, big back- yard. Simcoe/John Oshawa No dogs. Available immediately. $950+75% utilities. (647)272-8511 CENTRAL OSHAWA one bed- room for December and January $750 plus hydro, two bedrooms, February $825 plus hydro. Well maintained building. Call Mon-Fri 9-5 p.m. (905)723-0977 CHURCH/HWY 2.Immaculate 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/shopping. Go. (416) 444- 7391 Ext. 241 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE - 2 bedrooms, immac- ulate upscale legal basement apt. Appliances, laundry. 2-car parking. Available Jan. 1st. $925/inclusive. No pets/smoking. Private en- trance. Call 905-424-1125. COURTICE RD/HWY. 2 - large 2 bedroom basement apt. Jeffreys bungalow. Sep. entrance/laundry- room, $900/all inclusive. Avail. Jan. 1st. (905)434-7547 OSHAWA,downtown. 2-bedroom, $850/month inclusive. Call (416)-638-9909 A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 07, 2003 www.durhamregion.com PUBLIC NOTICE OF COPYRIGHT. I Witold Zbigniew from the Popiel family accept, declare and hereby give Notice that I, Witold Zbigniew from the Popiel family, am a flesh blood and bone man servant of Jesus Christ and further give Notice that POPIEL, WITOLD, ZBIGNIEW; WITOLD ZBIGNIEW POPIEL and any derivation thereof are Registered business entities protected by Canadian and Inter- national Copyright laws. Any party having any claim or dispute regarding any statement or declaration made herein must respond in writing to the below address within 30 days of the date of Publication of this Notice. 27 McRae Rd. Ajax Ontario L1S 3Z2. QP assumes no liability when using svc. 18+. FM/03. 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! LIVE CHAT! LIVE CHAT! Gone are the days We used to share a (big!) cup of tea, An hour (or more!) on the phone A special bond nobody can replace. Where nothing in my life will ever be the same. You left me beautiful memories That I am grateful for with all my heart And although I cannot see you, My life you will always be a part. It broke my heart to lose you But you did not go alone A piece of me will always be with you As your twin sister and best friend. Moose sends his licks and love I don’t even think he knows you’re gone I tell him you’re in heaven And that I am his new ‘Mom’. Every day I think of you Your place no one can fill In life, I always loved you In death I love you still. Love always, Your twin sister, Stefanie Forever in our thoughts, Stefanie, Brian and Moose Tra c y Lyn n G o r m a n (n ee B l a c k ) Jan u ary 1 0,197 2 –D e c e mb e r 7,200 2 TRACY LYNN GORMAN 10 January 1972 - 07 December 2002 T; You are missed, every day. Memories are not enough. We should have been a family. I will never forget, I am me because of you. Love K. In loving memory of Tracy (Black) Gorman who passed away on Dec.7/02. There will always be heartache and often a silent tear but always special memories of days when you were here I hold you close within my heart and there you will remain To walk with me throughout my life until we meet again love always Mom & Ken CARL KNOWLES In loving memory of Carl Knowles Aug. 15th 1930 ~ Dec. 7th 1999 The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or touched, they must be felt with the Heart. Always on our minds, Forever in our hearts. Lois and Family ADULT WOODWORKING COURSES B UILD AN ENTERTAINMENT UNIT “Build A Unit Of Your Own Design” S t ar t s : Mon., Jan. 12th 12 Weeks FURNITURE / CABINET MAKING “Build A Project Of Your Own Choice” S t ar t s : Tues., Jan. 20th 15 Weeks ROUTER COURSE “Learn All About This Amazing Tool” S t a rt s: Wed., Feb. 25th 5 Weeks INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING “Build 1 Of 3 Specially Designed Projects” S t a rt s: Thurs., Jan. 29th 8 Weeks INTERMEDIATE WOODWORKING “Choose A “Deacon’s Bench” Or “Dry Sink” S t ar t s : Fri., Jan. 9th 10 Weeks (905) 433-9011 “Gift Certificates Available For That Special Woodworker In Your Family” COURTICE,BEAUTIFUL 1 bed- room, includes fireplace, c/a, deck, laundry, parking $790. inclusive, no pets, non-smoker, call 905-436- 2530 leave message. DOWNTOWN Uxbridge, 2 bed- room , family room, large eat in kitchen, recent reno. $950/mo. avail. Mid Dec. (705)657-3933. EAST OSHAWA - 2 bedroom basement, seperate entrance, parking, gas f/p, hardwood floors, large windows. No smoking or pets. Digital t.v. $675 plus heat & hydro. Available immediately (905) 432-1533 LARGE 3-bdrm apt. Oshawa. Avail. immediately. Fridge, stove. $910+utilities. First/last. Call week- days 9 a.m. - 4 :30 p.m.(905)725- 9991 or leave message. LOVELY MUST SEE,2-bedroom lower level of Whitby home. Own entrance, laundry full kitchen. Available Dec.15, settle in for Christmas. (905)721-0868 days & evenings. MAJOR OAKS/BROCK RD.- 2 bedroom walkout basement apt., includes parking, utilities, air, sep- arate laundry. Available Feb. 1st. $950., 905-686-1672. NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, December lst/January lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facil- ities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH WHITBY - immaculate spacious 2 bedroom apartment in beautiful neighborhood, private en- trance, parking, air, laundry, util- ities, cable, pool and patio. Backs onto ravine. No smoking, $l,l00/month. lst/last references. Available Jan. lst (905)666-5248 OSHAWA - 2 bedroom Park /Adelaide. 6-plex, top floor, with balcony. Parking, laundry, near downtown and Shopping Centre. All inclusive $830/mo. First/last. Available anytime or Jan. 1st. (905)576-1248 or 905-213-3980. OSHAWA - 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, cable included, parking, $750/month inclusive. available December 1st. 289-314-5469 OSHAWA - 2 bedrooms in Triplex, Wilson Rd/Adelaide area. Laundry, parking, $825 includes heat and water. First/last required. No pets. 1-800-527-2170 M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for appt. Available Jan. 1st. OSHAWA - near Oshawa centre, newly renovated 2-bedroom apartment, in small, clean building, Suit older persons. $725 plus hy- dro. Phone (905)839-4659. OSHAWA,1-bdrm bsmt, party fur- nished, private, walk-out, bright & clean, parking, utilities & cable, first/last, references, no pets/smoking, 1yr lease, avail. im- mediately. $650/mo, 905-7284454 OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updated decor, parking included, laundry on site. $690plus hydro. Available immediately. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA,quaint, 1-bedroom, main floor of quiet home. Large country kitchen, porch, parking, coin laundry, bus at doorstep, non- smoker only. $750 plus hydro. (905)786-2413, cell 905-431-3829 PICKERING - Liverpool/Kingston Rd. large 2 bed. basement apt. Full bathroom, kitchen, cable, par- kingX2, sep. entrance, shared laundry, $800/mo. inclusive. Avail. immediately. (416)660-7237 PICKERING - Whites Rd/Strouds Lane. Large one bed. basement apt. Sep. entrance, 1-parking, cable included. No pets. First/last $800/includes util. Avail. Jan. 1st. 905-837-2265 or 416-450-2243. PICKERING Jan.1, 1-bedroom basement apartment in new house, parking, utilities. No smok- ing/pets, first/last, $700/mo. incl. call Rob. (905)509-0008 or 416- 730-6136. PICKERING quiet self-contained 1-bedroom basement apartment. Close to major transporta- tion/shopping centre, quiet neigh- borhood. Separate entrance, util- ities included. Non-smoking. $750/month, available February 1st. (905)839-6176 PICKERING,1-bdrm basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Close to bus. Avail. im- mediately Non-smoking. $600 plus utilities.No pets. (905)839-8388 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shop- ping. $850 +1/2 utilities. Avail. Dec. 1. Call Mike days 905-427- 4077 ext. 24, evenings 905-442- 0020. PICKERING-large one bedroom basement apt. Bright, clean, quiet, close to Go and bus. Laundry, no pets. Non-smoker, parking for one. $750/inclusive. Call 905-420-3774 PICKERING- Whites Rd/401, large bright 2 bed. basement apt. 4 ap- pliances, private entrance, full kitchen/bath, parking, air. No smoking. First/last. $875/inclusive. Move right in!!. (905)837-0227 QUIET PICKERING 1-bedroom $770/month, professionally de- signed with open concept eat-in kitchen and 4-pc bath. Large pie- shaped lot with parking. Suits sin- gle non-smoker. 905-420-7347 or 416-574-0233 REALY great quiet area. 2 bed- rooms, close to park, 1 block to bus.Va cant, ready to move in. $750. 905-720-2812 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl.. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. Open house- Saturday 9-3, Sunday 1-3. RENTER$ Stop Paying Your Landlord's Mortgage Free Report Reveals How Easy It Is To Buy Your Own Home Free Recorded Message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7051 Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd SIMCOE ST. N.Oshawa, Over 2,000 sq. ft. 3 bedroom luxury penthouse suite, air, 5 appliances, wood burning fireplace, Must be seen to appreciate. $1,925 plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 SIMCOE/RITSON 1-bedroom basement, newly renovated, sep entrance no smoking/pets. $750/mo all inclusive, first/last, Available Jan 1. (905)721-2021 af- ter 7pm STROUD'S / ROSEBANK,Picker- ing, one bedroom basement apart- ment, brand new, never lived in, broadloomed, new paint, nice neighborhood. $875 inclusive. Dec. 15th. (416)494-9207, Dave (416 )588-9002 ext. 2331 SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Seniors Discounts Call (905)728-4993 TAUNTON/GARDEN, new base- ment apt. sep. entrance, air, laun- dry facilities, cable, 1-parking, 1-bdrm. near all amenities, no smoking/pets, first/last/references, available now, (905)430-7063 TESTA HEIGHTS -2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available Dec/Jan/Feb. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call (905)852- 2534. www.realstar.ca Open house 12-4 Sat/Sun. WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom units available, park like setting, close to downtown, low rise building, laun- dry facilities, balcony, parking. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY south - spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, $750/850, laundry, first/last, walk to Go, Available from Dec. 15th Daytime viewings Monday-Friday days (905)666-3338 or evenings (905)832-2722 WHITBY, CLEAN 1-bedroom apt in home, centrally located and close to all amenities. Suitable for single working person. Non-smok- ing, no pets. $645+hydro. Avail- able immediately. 905-668-3011. WHITBY,Rossland/Cochrane, 1-bedroom basement apartment. Well maintained, extremely clean, quiet Crt. Private entrance, A/C, appliances, first/last. No pets/smoking. $775/inclusive. Available Jan/Feb 1st. (905)665-3314 WHITES/FINCH,2-bdrm bsmt, very clean, full kitchen, parking, separate entrance. No pets. Avail. immediately. $950/mo inclusive, Call (905)421-8865 WHITES/HWY #2 large bright basement apt., non-smoking, no pets, references, first & last, $900 includes parking, hydro, and appli- ances. Available immediately. Call 905-421-0110 or 416-509-5110. COURTICE,Parkwood Village, Large multi-level luxury 1-bdrm, skylight, cathedral ceilings, f/p, 6 appliances, a/c, parking. Facility includes tennis/car wash. Avail. Jan. 1st. $895/mo. 416-606-7730. WHITBY WATERFRONT CONDO - gorgeous 2 bdrm., walk to the "GO", walk downtown, with water- front trail at your door. Fitness cen- tre, indoor pool and party room. Available Jan. 1/04. Call 905-718- 9886 or 905-668-3788. A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! From $550/month OAC.FREE - up to $10,000 cash back to you. $32,500+family in- come. No down payment re- quired! For spectacular results, Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, As- sociate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414, or 1-877-663-1054, kencol- lis@sympatico.ca. 2 BEDROOM,Oshawa, large master bdrm, 6 appliances, new doors/deck, close to all amenities. Avail. immediately. $1,000 plus utilities. References/first/last. (905)723-3051; 905-260-3652. 2/3 BEDROOM bungalow, down- town Whitby, 4 appliances. Very clean, updated, large yard, park- ing, $1080 plus utilities. No pets/smoking. References, first/last 905-626-2607 days, (905)668-9088 evenings. A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. o.a.c. Up to $7,500 cash back to you! Require $30,000 +family income and good credit. Short of down payments? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600 AJAX,3-bedroom house, renovat- ed, finished basement. Perfect for couple or small family. No smok- ing/pets. Available January. $1350 plus utilities. Call 905-428- 9101. AJAX,large 3-bedroom house, hardwood floors, deck, parking, laundry, available Dec 15th. $1150 plus utilities. Also 1 large base- ment apt., separate entrance, $750 plus utilities. Non-smoking, no pets. (905)426-6060 AVAILABLE Dec 1st, main floor 3-bedroom house, close to all amenities and 401. C/A, fridge, stove, very clean, $1250 plus 1/2 cable. No pets, adults preferred. References. Call (905)728-9175. EAST OSHAWA Large 3+1 bed- room home, finished rec-room, walkout to large deck, garage, gas heat, c/air, quiet street, no pets/smoking, references. First/last $1250/mo+utilities. (905)576-8522, 905-242-7167 FIRST TIME BUYERS Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with no money down, under $900/month. Free record message. 1-800-258-0620 ID#1051 Re/Max Rouge River Inc. LAKEVIEW Park Oshawa 3-BED- ROOM bungalow, basement ex- cluded, $995 monthly plus hydro. Large yard, newly renovated, laun- dry room. No dogs. References required. Call 905-435-2433 OSHAWA 3+1 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, hardwood/ceramic, fenced backyard. No pets. Very clean, close to school. $1500 plus util- ities. First/Last. Available January 1st. (905)579-9187 after 5pm. OSHAWA COUNTRY Executive 4,000 sq. ft 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths triple car garage. This home is well appointed with a million-dollar view. The successful tenants will sign a yearly rental agreement. Available December 2003, $2000 per month. Brokers Protected. For Further information please contact 905-434-2447. OSHAWA,main floor, 3-bedroom bungalow for rent. Long or short term. $1200/inclusive, includes fridge, stove, washer, dryer & parking. No smoking. Call (905)767-5350 OSHAWA- 3-BEDROOM upper level of house, approx 1300sq.ft. New ceramic, hardwood, very clean, large deck, 5 appliances, parking, no pets. First/last, credit approval. $1100 plus. Available (905)424-9115 PICKERING,3+1 bedroom semi Whites/Strouds. 1700sq.ft., ceram- ic large eat-in kitchen, 5 applianc- es, near 24hr. shopping/tran- sit/401. $1500 plus. No pets. First/last, references. Available Jan/Feb. Call (905)839-2280 houseforrent@rogers.com PICKERING,3-bedroom bunga- low, appliances, 1 full plus 2 half- baths. Near Go, shopping, schools. No smoking/pets. First/last. February 1st or sooner $1350/month plus utilities. 416-230-8419 SOUTH AJAX - detached 3 bed- room backsplit, finished basement, 5 applliances, some window cover- ings, carport, no smoking/pets. Im- mediate. $1450/mo.+util. (905)686 -7546 WEST WHITBY, 4-bdrms, 2,800sq ft home, 3 baths, backs onto ra- vine, h/w flooring throughout, non- smoking, first/last. $1625+. Near all amenities. Avail. Feb. 1st. Call 905-666-8639 WHITBY,by the lake, almost new, 3 bedroom. Includes main floor family, c/a, fireplace, laundry avail. Feb.1, $1490. plus utilities. Call Cindy 905-725-2246 leave message. WHITBY,newly renovated 3-bdrm main floor bungalow, family room w/gas f/p, laundry, parking, avail. immediately. 3-6 month lease (neg) $1100/mo + 2/3 utilities. First/last. 905-666-3770. WONDERFUL WHITBY excellent mature location. Large sidesplit 3-bdrm, finished basement, living- room w/fireplace, diningroom, fab- ulous layout, even a pool. Close to schools, shopping, transportation, available immediately (905)718- 9886 (905)668-3788. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fr i. 7-9 p.m. MAPLE GLEN CO-Op 3-bedroom townhouse available immediately and a 2-bedroom townhouse avail- able Feb 1st, 2004. Both are mar- ket rent, NO SUBSIDIES AVAIL- ABLE. Price includes Satellite TV. Applications available at #40-777 Wilson Rd. N. or (905)436-6260 NORTH OSHAWA -3 +1bdrm. townhouse with garage to rent. All appliances included. $1100+util- ities. Avail. immediately. Call 905- 665-7416 or 905-431-6931. PICKERING Waterfront, must see! 2+bedroom, lakeview balconies, 1700 sq ft, 5 appliances, garage parking, A/C, high tech. Available immediately, no pets/smoking. $1600 plus utilities. (416)750- 3799 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. Open house Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7-9 p.m. AJAX - 2 nice clean rooms, $350/monthly. Available immedi- ately. Call (905)427-6106 OSHAWA -2 rooms avail. in quiet house, close to OC, 401, GM. One room in basement, spacious, pri- vate bath, $500/mo. inclusive. Oth- er room on upper level of house, very large, share bath, $450/mo. inclusive. Includes parking, cable, laundry, shared kitchen/living area. Both avail. Jan. 1. Clean, working persons preferred. Call Tracey at 905-723-4755. snp PICKERING,Brock/Hwy#2 area. Furnished or unfurnished room, share kitchen and livingroom. Close to all amenities, parking in- cluded. $350/month, available im- mediately, first/last/references needed. Call (416)543-8136 WHITBY - room for rent, private washroom and kitchenette, parking available. Share laundry and liv- ingroom. $100/week/first/last. Rossland/Cochrane area. Female non-smoker preferred.(905)626- 1837 SINGLE FEMALE preferred - share accommodations in town- house near Simcoe/Taunton. Wa- ter, parking, laundry included. Non -smoker/no pets. $375/month. Share hydro & cable 3 ways. 905- 571-2761 (leave message) or 905- 431-7771. WHITBY share luxury house, $550., fireplace, cable, laundry fa- cilities, parking. Short term Avail- able. No lease. Call 416-427-7892. CLEARWATER Florida, 2-3 bed- room furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions, NHL Hockey ($11/seat), Blue-Jay/Yankee base- ball. Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $375/weekly (less than motel) (905)683-5503. 1990 YAMAHA PHASAR11 485, immaculate, only 1800 km, $2,500; 2 older Skidoos, best offer; snow blower, runs $50. Call for details 905-434-5066 snp FOUND - ALTONNA/SHEPHERD, brown tabby, short haired male, 1 - 2 years old. (905) 509-1391 I'M SIMON,and I'm lost. I'm a 12 yr. old neutered male cat, black and white, tabby stripes on face, vacationing in Brooklin, while my owner went away. I got home-sick and went back to my home in Oshawa (Simcoe & Beatrice) but couldn't get in. I need medical at- tention. If you see me, please call my Mom 905-431-8045, I really miss her! LOST:Ta bby Cat. Grey, thick black stripe down back, tiger stripes down sides. 6yrs old, 11lbs, green eyes, house-cat, no collar. Not declawed. Missing from Liverpool/Finch area. Call 905-420-8689, reward for the safe return. REWARD! LOST BLACK & white cat, male, 2 years old. Hurley Rd./Pickering Beach Area (905)683-1132 NICE GUY, young 50's. Tall~slim~clean~well-off. Wishes to meet nice girl, 40-50 slim~attractive~non-smoker for dating~friendship~maybe more. Don't spend the holiday's alone. E-mail me, lets talk svnt9vet@yahoo.ca WEDNESDAY,November 19th around 1:00 at the gas station on Thickson Road. After paying for my purchase, I turned around and you gave me a big smile, As I started to walk away I glanced back at you twice and you stood there in the pouring rain smiling back. We never spoke. Do you re- member what I was wearing? I'll visit the gas station every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:00 until December 31st looking for you (weather permitting). AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P. S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom / crafts / outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd./ Kingston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839-7237 ALTONA, HWY#2,beautiful home daycare, full/part time space avail- able. Jan 1, from 3 months to 4 years, Fluent English and Hungar- ian. Receipts. Call Judit, (905)509- 5802 FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 LICENSED CHILDCARE for in- fants to 12 years, full or part time care in a safe home environment. Caregivers are screened and regu- larly inspected. Receipts. DUR- HAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE (905)509-1207 or toll free 1-877-236-2959 LOVING IN-HOME DAYCARE, Brock and Kingston Rd., hot lunch, snacks, indoor/outdoor activities. 13 yrs. experience. Flexible hours. Ages 2 1/2 + up. Call (905)427- 2921 PROVIDING excellent care. All ag- es, full or part time, homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686-8719 LIVE-IN CAREGIVER for 74 year old male. Housekeeping, cooking. References. 905-565-1854. 40 PC. KITCHEN CABINET doors still in the box beige colour Asking $250 (905)686-6368. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $29.99. wallets from 9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. A King pillowtop mattress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 ABSOLUTE BARGAIN.Mirror sliding doors. We are the manufac- turers. Any size. Delivered and in- stalled. Multiple room discount. 416-618-8805 ABSOLUTE Bargain. Mirror sliding doors. Buy direct from factory. Pro- fessionally installed. Guaranteed lowest prices. 416-618-8805 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES-Large se- lection of new & used appliances. Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $175/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. RENT TO OWN NOW AVAILABLE! Why wait, but it now! Visit our show- room. Parts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St.W.Whitby. Call (905)665-7732 ANTIQUE BURLED walnut dining- room set, hutch and china cabinet, 3 chairs + 1 captains. $1200 obo. 905-434-6126. ANTIQUE couch $800. Electric fireplace w/wooden mantel $500. 6pc. solid maple bedroom set $1200. Call (905)655-4987 APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Also large capacity washer, $275 and dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 APPLIANCES:Maytag white washer/gas dryer. Heavy duty, large capacity upright set. Multiple settings. Asking $800 OBO. Pine changetable, matching walnut nightstands, hanging star light, wine rack, double futon couch + slipcover, queen futon bed, De- Boers wicker chesterfield, Oriental carpet (10’6” X 7’6”), Persian car- pet (14’ X 10’); Antiques: Golden oak round, pedestal extension ta- ble (4 leaves), matching buffet, china cabinet, 5 chairs, oak ward- robe, wash stand, bonnet chest, matching french porcelain lamps. Arts and Crafts/Mission desk, desk chair, mirror and hanging light fix- ture. Call 905-623-0654 BAR CABINET custom made, solid oak, includes fridge. Mint condition. $1600-obo. 905-435- 0775 - snp BED,queen pillowtop, orthopedic Mattress set, never used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 BEDROOM SET,8 pce. cherry- wood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, night stands. Dovetail construction, never opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $2,800. (416) 748 -3993 BEST QUALITY rebuilt major ap- pliances in Ontario. Showroom and warehouse full. All Ontario Ap- pliance Clinic, 111 Dundas St. W., Whitby. (905)668-9444. BRAND NEW MATCHING sofa & loveseat, Sklar Pepplar, neutral beige colour, $2,000. Transitional style, Call (905)723-9302. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 CHRISTMAS TOYS - Over 70 pre- viously loved Lego sets, many with original boxes, also NERF, JU- RASIC PARK and more. (905)837- 0158 COMPUTER FOR CHRISTMAS - clean quality complete Pentium 3 system with 15" monitor. 128MB Ram, modem, CD, floppy, Ether- net, USB ports, keyboard/speak- ers/mouse, only $300. Can deliv- er/set-up (905)439-4789 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computers Services. Christmas Special: CD-RW Upgrade only $50 installed w/purchase on any com- plete system. P2-350 Tower com- plete system $219.; P3-450 com- plete systems $299; Complete systems includes: 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes CUSTOM Made kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash colour cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom or cot- tage. (905)697-9462 (snp) CUSTOM-MADE Full length, light fox, detachable hood paid $5500, asking $1500. Waist-length red/white fox fur jacket, imported from England. Paid $3500, asking $1000. Excellent condition, Size 7/8. (905)576-4036 DININGROOM 13 piece cherry, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, server, dove- tail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $3000. 416-746-0995 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 07, 2003, PAGE 29 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com PICKERING MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Results of games played Monday, Dec. 1, 2003 GAME ONE Gallantry's Eatery 40 vs. Synergy Trade Group 40 TOP SCORERS Gallantry's: Alonzo Starling 19, Peter Dundas 6, Rueben DeFrance 6. Synergy: Sherwin James 23, Tom Rowen 7. GAME TWO Ell-Rod Holdings 30 vs. Knights Corner Pub & Grill 27 TOP SCORERS Ell-Rod: Roger Young 8, Dave Bayliss 8, Barry Wood 6. Knights: Mike Jovanov 9, Randy Filinski 7, Don MacDonald 6. GAME THREE Warwick Publishing 26 vs. Brown, Pineo, Van Kempen Insurance 21. TOP SCORERS Warwick: Karl Hutchinson 12, Rod Fraser 6 Brown, Pineo: Horace Peterkin 8, David Voth 6. GAME FOUR Ve rifeye 22 vs. Accent Building Sciences 19 TOP SCORERS Ve rifeye:Ivor Walker 12, Pat Roach 9. Accent: Elman McLean 11, Mike Horn 4. GAME FIVE West Hill Men's Slo-Pitch 46 vs. Lakar Carpentry 29 TOP SCORER West Hill: Conrad Davis 31, George Iordanov 7. Lakar: Gord Brown 17, Claude Feig 10. AJAX MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Results for December 3, 2003 GAME ONE ESN Packaging 53 vs. Michael's Eatery 24 High Scorers for ESN:Doug Coles 13, Pat Roach 8.High Scorer for Michael's Eatery: Antonio Krupl 9. GAME TWO Dickson Printing 43 vs. Alliance Press 39 High Scorers for Dickson Printing: Sherwin James 15, John Espos- ito 11. High Scorers for Alliance Press: Bob Nickleford 12, Craig Yakimishyn 9. GAME THREE Top Shelf Sports Bar 50 vs.The Portly Piper 39 High Scorers for Top Shelf: Mike Gordensky 19, Nick Sideris 12. Dave Leathen 9 Rebounds 7 Assists, 2 Blocked Shots. High Scor- ers for The Portly Piper: Mike Halajian 14, Don Snell 13. AJAX SOCCER CLUB Indoor season standings, results inclusive to Nov. 30/03 UNDER-EIGHT DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Beagles 4 2 0 2 9 5 8 Dalmations 4 2 1 1 10 5 7 Retrievers 4 1 1 2 5 7 5 Sheppards 4 0 3 1 3 10 1 Nov. 9 results:Retrievers 1vs. Sheppards 1 ; Beagles 1 (MVPJoanna Spence) vs. Dalmations 1. Nov. 16 results:Retrievers 0 vs. Dalmations 3; Beagles 3 vs. Sheppards 0. Nov. 23 results:Retrievers 3 vs. Beagles 3 (MVP Andrew Ler- oux); Shepherds 2 (MVP Nikolas Sempson) vs. Dalmations 5. Nov. 30 results:Shepherds 0 (MVP Eric Feltham) vs.Retrievers 1; Dalmations 1 vs. Beagles 2 (MVP Katie Morishita). UNDER-10 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Scorpions 4 4 0 0 15 2 12 Cobras 4 2 2 0 8 11 6 Iguanas 4 1 2 1 4 8 4 Rattlers 4 0 3 1 2 8 1 Nov. 9 results:Scorpions7 vs. Cobras 2; Iguanas 0 vs. Rattlers 0 (MVP Karl Renn). Nov. 16 results:Scorpions 4 (MVP Joshua Cole) vs. Rattlers 0 (MVP Avesh Chadee); Iguanas 1 (MVP Daniel Sangster) vs. Co- bras 5 (MVP Sean Ledlie). Nov. 23 results:Scorpions 1(MVP Mitchell Somerville) vs. Igua- nas 0 (MVP Matthew Till); Cobras1 vs. Rattlers0 (MVP Jennie Hill).Nov. 30 results:Cobras 0 (MVP Dean Ross) vs. Scorpions 3 (MVP Scott Gelbert); Rattlers 2 (MVP Ashley Van Dusen) vs. Igua- nas 3 (MVP Jackie Kelly). UNDER 12 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Corvettes 4 3 0 1 14 5 10 Roadsters 4 3 0 1 10 4 10 Camaros 4 2 1 1 10 8 7 Berrettas 4 2 2 0 8 8 6 Spitfires 4 1 2 1 8 9 4 Elantras 4 1 2 1 7 11 4 Firebirds 4 1 3 0 9 13 3 Mustangs 4 0 3 1 3 11 1 Nov. 9 results:Spitfires 0 vs. Camaros2; Mustangs 0 vs. Corvettes 3; Roadsters 2 (MVP Michael Crow) vs. Firebirds 1; Elantras 3 (MVP Arun Soorakulanthankon) vs. Berrettas 1. Nov. 16 results:Berrettas 3 (MVP Waseem Patel) vs. Firebirds 1; Roadsters 1 (MVP Nathan D'Sousa) vs. Elantras 1 (Breanna Pritchard); Camaros 2 vs. Corvettes 2; Spitfires 0 vs. Mustangs 0. Nov. 23 results:Camaros 4vs. Mustangs 1;Spitfires 1 vs. Corvettes4 (MVP Jeff Murray); Berrettas 0 (MVP Anthony Caneca) vs. Roadsters 2; Firebirds 4 vs. Elantras 1 (MVP Brendan Moore). Nov. 30 results:Elantras 2 (MVP Rebecca Flint) vs. Corvettes 5; Berrettas 4 (MVP Erin Ross) vs. Mustangs 2; Firebirds 3 vs. Spit- fires 7; Roadsters 5 (MVP Phillip Homer) vs. Camaros 2. UNDER 14 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Orcas 4 2 1 1 14 7 7 Marlins 4 2 1 1 9 8 7 Sharks 4 2 2 0 17 10 6 Dolphins 4 2 2 0 9 14 6 Barracudas 4 2 2 0 6 7 6 Belugas 4 1 3 0 7 16 3 Nov. 9 results:Orcas 1 (MVP Erin McGuire) vs. Marlins 1 (MVP Mark Sherman); Dolphins 4 vs. Sharks 3 (MVP Brandon Chong); Barracudas 3 (MVP Mark Sheeham) vs.Belugas 1 (MVP Chris Bal- dassarre).Nov. 16 results:Orcas 7 (MVP Kevin Regan) vs. Dol- phins 0; Sharks 6 vs. Belugas 0; Marlins 0 vs. Barracudas 1. Nov. 23 results:Dolphins 3 (Scott King) vs. Belugas 1 (MVP Courtney Bernard); Sharks 4 vs. Marlins 5; Orcas 2 vs. Barracud- as 1.Nov. 30 results:Sharks 4 vs. Barracudas 1;Belugas 5 vs. Orcas 4; Marlins 3 vs. Dolphins 2 UNDER 17 DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Charlton 1 1 0 0 4 3 3 Arsenal 1 0 0 1 2 2 1 Manchester United 1 0 0 1 2 2 1 Chelsea 1 0 1 0 3 4 0 Nov. 30 results:Chelsea 3 vs. Charlton 4; Arsenal 2 vs. Man- chester United 2. Scoreboard DECEMBER 7, 2003 905-686-7236 www.handymanconnection.comLic #B16881Plumbing • Carpentry • Electrical • Painting • Renovations etc. Insured Bonded 1 Year Written Warranty www.Renovations4u.ca Call Abdul 905-444-9944 * F/Bsmts. $6500 + material * G/Openers installed $70 * Plumbing/Electrical * Painting & Decorating * All Kitchens * Decks/Fences & G/Sheds * Windows & Doors * Wooden Floors/Ceramics * Lawn/Snow Maintenance * Dry Walling/Taping * Bsmt. Windows & Doors * Patios/Paths & Steps * Plans for Building & Fire * Roughed in 3 pc. bath * Regulated Code $250 * Room $600 + material HOME SERVICES (DURHAM) 905-426-5301 1-866-275-5167 • Electrical • Kit./Bathroom • Plumbing • Appliances • Drywall/Stucco • Basements • Carpenty • Ceramic Tile Minor-Major Repairs & Renovations BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, COUNTER TOPS (READY IN 4 DAYS). RECROOMS, PLUMBING, HOME OFFICES Mario (905)619-4663Cell 416-275-0034 AJOBWEL L D O N E!HOME RENOVATIONS•GENERAL CARPENTRY • REPAIRS • DRYWALL • DECKS & MORE. . . Call Mike 905-831-1812 Cell:416-520-1494 HOMEPRIDE IMPROVEMENTS Quality Painting Decorating & Renovations Free Estimates * Fully Insured Call Don (905)626-2111 the.allains.sympatico.ca FARM Fresh Meats, Support your local farmer. Buy Canadian. Sides of beef, gov't inspected, cut and wrapped included, 300 lbs. and up. $2.19/lb. Free delivery. 905-852- 7997. FOR SALE:All electric hospital bed, 2 years old, good condition, asking $800. Call evenings (905)898-1761 or (905)844-9382 FOR SALE:Oval dark stained din- ingroom table with 4 chairs, seats 8, $500. Can deliver. Call John 416-704-8955. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 LUIGI'S FURNITURE celebrates Christmas with a huge clearance sales. Why wait for boxing day for savings we offer now! Palliser leather is at the lowest prices of the season. Simmons mattress sets from $449/set. Twelve years later, still offering spring mattress- es from $89. Ten different styles of futons, always in stock, starting at $165. Reduced prices on all our floor models, recliner sofas, chairs, sectionals, all leather sofas, fu- tons, wing chairs, bunk beds, bed- room suites, etc. Bean bags are back. Most popular "gift" in store. Luigi still offers the best quality at the lowest price. We also meet or beat all prices. Luigi's Furniture, 500 King St. West, Oshawa (905) 436-0860. (Still across from Sears, Oshawa Centre. MOVING SALE - 5 piece walnut queen bedroom set, queen brass bed, dryer, fridge. Lazy boy chair, desks, end tables, coffee table, wicker chairs, t-beds. (90%) 725- 0254 MOVING SALE - 7 pc. pecan din- ing room set, $l,500. 6 pc. black lacquer bedroom $1,200. Both like new.Beige sofa and love $200. Glass dinette $100., sofa $100., plus more. Telephone (905)263- 8024 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, recondi- tioned ranges $125/up, recondi- tioned dryers $125/up, recondi- tioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480/up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appli- ances. Call us today, Stephen- son's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NORWEGION BLUE FOX COAT, 14-16, $1,000 OBO. Trombone, Jupiter model 132 with hard. case, nearly new $400. (905)571-7342 PIANO SALE -digitals from $995. Keyboards from $199. Save 10% on all floor models. For more info. call 905-720-4948 or visit: www.alexandrovkeyboards.com PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex PIANOS & CLOCKS -ALL FLOOR STOCK CURRENTLY ON SALE - Roland digital pianos, Samick pia- nos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLES - 8' and 9' slate billiard tables, Foosball/Jettoni ta- ble and table hockey for sale. Call (905)420-6113 PLAYSTATION 2 repairs and sales. Disc read error prob- lems?.......No problem!!! Exchange old for new with 3 month warranty. 1-888-251-8670 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS Play backed-up games. XBOX Chip: $150; PS1 Chip: $65; PS2 Chip: $150 (vs 1-7), $200 (vs 8, 9). Mo- bile computer repairs, virus protec- tion, firewalls, internet sharing, net- working, parts/accessories. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 QUALITY FUNITURE,kitchen, dining and bedroom sets, tables, leather furniture, fish tank & more! Call (905)723-9073 (Whitby) RAPTORS & MAPLE LEAF tickets for sale. Will also purchase. (905)626-5568 READY TO PAINT CERAMIC Bisque. Large, unique variety. Christmas, garden, animals. 905- 473-2024 or dianne@ceramic.ca RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, and new TV's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905 -263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. RICH cherry red solid wood bed- room set. 2 armoires, 2 night ta- bles, tall dresser, headboard. Like new Redecorating. $1499 or B/O 289314-1040 Pickering SNOWBLOWER Craftsman, 5-hp 21-in, 2-stroke, electric start, like new, seldom used, $450. 905-721- 2465 SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, 4 MAN HOT TUBS, Factory Blow Out, $2,500. Delivery includ- ed. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141 www.uk-swimmingpools.com/com panion1. htm STOP! CIRCLE! CALL!5 pc solid oak kitchen set. 4 chairs, pedestal table. Paid $1200, asking $500 o.b.o.Call 905-697-8850 snp TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. VENDORS Wanted at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per month for indoor space. Ask us about our specials. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905)436-1024 WHIRLPOOL,washer & dryer, less than 1 yr. old in perfect condi- tion. asking $800 pr., 416-835- 1090. CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435- 0747. WANTED - Looking for used six string acoustic guitar, Gibson or Martin. Please call Troy 905-435- 9960. WANTED POOL TABLE,will re- move. Call Randy (905)432-9299 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent, very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. (905)753-2246 COMPUTER Troubleshooter- Specializing in building, upgrading and repairing all computers. Your location or mine. Very competitive rates. For a free estimate call Gilles at 905-242-6577 BICHON/SPITZ puppies, Mother reqistered Bichon Frise, father reg- istered American Eskimo (Spitz). Wonderful, small family pets. $300 each. Call Eileen 905-623-9971 Bowmanville. Ready to go! BLACK & YELLOW Lab puppies for sale, CKC registered, first shots, dew claws & dewormed. Ready to go. $800. Call (705)738- 6883 JACK RUSSELLS excellent line- age & temperaments, vet-checked, first shots, dewormed, broken coat tan/white male, rough coat white female, smooth coat tan/white fe- male, Pam 905-683-4214. JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS farm raised Golden Retriever pups, first shots, dewormed, ready to go. We have mother and father on farm. Call 905-352-2753 K.D.PET SERVICES. Working? Going Away? We offer dog walk- ing/care taking, pet//house sitting, Fully bonded, insured with pet first aid. Affordable, reliable. For Dur- ham Region. 416-670-7387kdpet- services@rogers.com. PET Lookout Car Seats - restrain and elevate small dogs. http://hometown.aol.ca/ilovecar- rides 905-728-8993 iLoveCar- Rides@aol.com PUPPIES,Samoyed, Schnauzer, Yo r kies, Shitzu, Minpin, Poodle & Poodle X's, Shelties, Dober- man, Golden Retrievers, Goldie Poos, Chihuahua x, Boxer -X, Pe- kingese. (ALSO Britnui Spaniels, Jack Russell's, German Shep- pards & German Pointers $250 each). Collie-X's, Sheppard-X's $175 each. Kittens, Himalayan's & Persians. 905-831-2145. Groom- ing Services avail. PUREBRED Lasso Apso Puppies for sale, $400.00. Call 905-987- 4717, leave a message. UMBRELLA COCKATOO with cage for sale. Very friendly. Asking $1600. Call (905)987-1871. $4500 OR best offer, 1994 LeSa- bre, 3800 V6. (905)433-7548 1957 Chev Belaire. 2 Door Post, rolling shell, no drive train, no in- terior, new floors installed. $6500 OBO. E-mail pics available. 905- 753-2540. 1984 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88, great winter beater. No more emis- sions after Jan. 1st. $500 obo. Af- ter 6 p.m. 905-436-6313. 1988 BUICK CENTURY LTD., 2.8 litre, v-6, a/c, power windows and locks, cruise. Very clean interior. $l,500 certified and e-tested. Call 905-686-7277. 1990 FORD THUNDERBIRD LX Fully loaded. JBL Audio System. White with black leather interior. 197,000-km. New tires. e-tested, will certify. Best Offer. 905-259- 5425 1990 MAZDA 323,297,000km, standard 5-speed, good winter car, as is, $700. 905-426-0631 1990 MERCURY Grand Marquis fully loaded. 184,000-km, passed emission test Nov 2003. Good working order. $1500-obo. as is. (905)839-6838 1992 BUICK CENTURY 4-dr, loaded, excellent condition, certi- fied/e-tested, asking $2,350. ALSO 1990 Chevy Suburban, fully load- ed, good condition, 350 auto, sell- ing as is for best offer. Private sale. (905)404-8695 1993 Honda Accord LX 2dr., 206km., $4000 OBO, certified, well maintained, unmodified, A/C, 5-speed, will pass E-test, 905-434- 6507. Non-smoker, one-owner. 1994 CORSICA 6-cyl, 4 door, AM/FM cassette, white, good body/drive train, e-tested. Needs listed work to certify. ,$850. 905- 426-5335 RESIDENTIAL SNOW CLEARING •contract or individual pricing •reliable & established since 1981 •snow blowers & shovels - no damage •fully insured and workers compensation •special consideration for seniors BREMNER POOL & SPA (905)831-2498 (800)267-5189 www.bremnerpool.com Snow Removal Special Pre Christmas Offer $320 All Drives up to 550 sq ft. ❅Hurry book before December 24th ❅ Book a friend and you get 5% off Call Abdul 905-444-9944 Visit us at www.Renovations4u.ca RABBIT Wants Work! Doing Magic for Children's Parties and All Occasions. Have my own Magician Call Ernie (905)668-4932 1995 DODGE DAKOTA Ext Cab 4x4, V8, 170-km, cert, e-tested. No rust $7400-obo. 1-705-277-1389 1996 Hyundai Accent, $2999. 1996 Sunfire $2999. 1996 Neon $2999. 1993 Regal $2999. Other from $1899 & up, certified & e-test- ed. (Kelly & Sons since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-686-0486 1996 PLYMOUTH Grand Voyager, 178k, good condition, very clean, as is. $5000 obo. Call 905-686- 8273. 1997 HONDA Civic LX 4-door, 5-spd, p/s, p/b, abs, 2-front air- bags, cross control, cd player, mint condition, 140,000kms, certified, E-tested, $8300 O.B.O. 905-431- 2467, 905-697-5780 or 905-440- 5813. 1997 SUNFIRE gt, red, Pw, brakes and steering, good condition, 118,000 km, asking $6,000. Call (905)377-1937 1998 CADILLAC Catera, mint condition, numerous options, leather interior, new tires, 62,600klms., certified, $13,700. Call Donna (905)-666-1814 cell 905-432-0554. 1998 SATURN SL1,great car, green, 4 cyl., 4 dr., auto, 80,000 kil., a/c, disc player, new tires/brakes, e-tested, must sell. $6,800.Telephone (905)723-8103 2000 HONDA ACCORD,4cyl au- to. black, grey leather interior 72,000 km, ext. warr. sept.2006/160k, loaded, pwr heat- ed seats, pwr sunroof, loaded ex- cellent cond. 905-404-0133. 2002 HONDA CIVIC LX, 5 speed, 39,000 km. Take over lease, first month free, no transfer fee. 905- 372-8854. ABOUT TO PURCHASE a pre- owned car or truck? We have qual- ity vehicles like a 2000 Focus SE sedan starting from as little as $228/month. Taxes incl. No down payment necessary OAC. 2000 Windstars starting at $269/month. We welcome people who are cred- it challenged. We are committed to get you driving today! Royal Woods Ford Lincoln, 3260 Hwy #7, Pickering. (905)686-2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 or check us out at www.royalwoods ford.com SALES LIMITED ● Bad Credit ● Even Bankrupt Credit ● But need a car? Phone Mel Today 905-576-1800 All applicants accepted Downpayment or trade may be required. ●APR from 9.9% ● eg. Car $10,000 ● APR 19% ● Payment $322.78/mo ● 48 months ●C.O.B.$4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive? Lots of choices. Down or Tr ade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 TONNEAU COVER $225-obo. Fits Chev. ext. cab short box - 1/2-ton. 1-705-277-1389 NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2004 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free re- moval for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 1996 GMC Sierra pick up truck, 178,000 km. Recently certified & e -tested. Runs well. $6,900. Call 905-623-4676. 1997 FORD EXPLORER LTD., black, fully loaded, V8, 154klms., excellent condition. Asking $12,000. Call (905)404-2605. 1990 CARAVAN LE,air, pw, pl, pm, p-seat, cc, tilt, 132k, E-tested, $1200 obo. Oshawa 905-579- 2214. 1993 FORD AEROSTAR,good condition, 242,000kms, as is $1000 obo. Call (905)683-4422 WINTER rims for Honda. 15", per- fect CRV 07-01. Asking $135 Regan 905-426-9218. DOORS "R" US GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (We install), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. Sales Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 DRYWALL MUDDING TAPING FRAMING Call Jim (905)426-2971 All Work Guaranteed Home Improvements Basements, Kitchens Crown Molding, Doors Flooring, Bathrooms, Licensed- Reference Reasonable Prices Call Ed (905)686-4384 or cell (416)837-4502 REAL HANDYMAN Small Job Specialist Garbage Removal Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, Drywall etc Call Joseph cell - 905-626-6247 pgr- 416-530-8481 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 PAINTING & PAPERHANGING ✦Reasonable Rates ✦ ✦Interior & Exterior ✦ Serving Oshawa & surrounding areas for 30 years ☎ 905-725-9884 ☎ TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, any- where, anytime. Commer- cial or residential . Packag- ing, storage and boxes available. Senior and mid month discounts. Free esti- mates. (905) 571-0755 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 FRIENDS and lovers dating ser- vice! Now with chat line! Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. (905) 683-1110 AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE (Non-Sexual) Venez vous détendre Relaxation & Stress Management Receipts provided. Call Louise (905)683-7709 PICKERING ANGELS ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms and Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. Unit # 3 (905)420-0320 PRIVATE MASSAGE Russian Touch 25 years old Open 9am-9pm $60.00 (416)358-3006 P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, December 07, 2003 www.durhamregion.com TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 2 Locations *Most homes roughed in. Hwy 2 Hwy 401 HarwoodWestneyR E P A I R S T O A N Y V A C U U M F R E E E S T I M A T E Hwy 2 401Rougemount WhitesPICKERING 509-3622 375 KI NGSTON RD. AJAX 428-1659 29 HARWOOD AVE. S. Garage Kit with System Purchase BONUSProfessional Installation $99* 3 Inlet Kit If Needed $69 EA. NO MESS OR DAMAGE Clean Up for Santa With Central Vac COMPLETE PACKAGE WITH ELECTRIC POWER HEAD Clean Up for Santa With Central Vac HARD SURFACE PACKAGE LOWEST PRICE EVER!! $397$397 $579$579 Reg. $669 #S5682 - #S5610 Reg. $479 #S5610 COMBO TOOL PA CKAGE Complete With Hose & Hard Surface Tool & 8 pc. Tool Set www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 PAGE 31 A/P 19 HARWOOD AVE. AJAX (North of 401) 905-683-5358 CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 401 SERVICE HOURS: MON. - THURS. 7-MIDNIGHT FRI. 7-6, SATURDAY 8-4 OSHAWA ILLAGE CHRYSLER HWY. #401 VILLAGE CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 HARWOOD FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STARLAKERIDGEWESTNEYBROCK RD.FIVE STAR CHRYSLER UP TO $1,000 KINGSTON RD. ILLAGE CHRYSLER 1-800-296-7107 Some downpayment may be required. Interest rate varies from 0% - 24.95% Bad No Credit Slow Credit Collections Repossession Bankruptcy YO U’RE APPROVED! V 1997 HONDA ACCORD LX a month for 60 months with $1,895 down payment or equivalent trade. Plus $850 freight. T H E B E S T P R O T E C T I O N W E ’V E E V E R O F F E R E D O N A L L 2 0 0 3 A N D 2 0 0 4 M O D E L S . 7 Y E A R S O R 1 1 5 ,0 0 0 K M P O W E R T R A I N W A R R A N T Y . P L U S 2 4 H O U R R O A D S I D E A S S I S T A N C E . G M , F O R D , H O N D A A N D T O Y O T A D O N ’T M A T C H I T . F U L LY T RANSFERABLEFULLYTRANSFERABLE All previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. Finance payments based on 48/60/72/84 mo. with $2,900 down or equivalent & trade at 7.9% int. Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 7.9% = $141.60 mo. for 60 mo. COB $1,496 total obligation $11,496. OAC. Plus lic., taxes & admin *plus frt. & air tax (Dealer discounts applied). • Short term lease vehicles or daily rental buybacks. 0% financing or $6,000 Dealer Discount available on selected new vehicles. If dealer discount chosen, effective interest rate could range 0% to 10%. OAC. All prices plus licence, taxes and admin. +On selected new cars. †On selected new 2002 vehicles. † These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer except Graduate. Rebate applies to retail deliveries on most new in-stock 2003 vehicles. ††Purchase/lease OAC Chrysler Financial Canada, 81,600 km annual allowance, 15¢ km on overage. ** Cash purchase price & lease price exclude freight, lic., insurance, taxes, registration & admin. * 0% purchase financing up to 72 months on 2003 Caravans. Example: $30,000 @ 0% APR/72 month term, monthly payment is $416.66 Cost of borrowing is $0. •Caravans, Grand Caravans, Durangos. See us for details. •$3,000 rebate applied. ††48 mo. lease, $3,000 down. 4 dr., auto, air, power steering, power brakes, AM/FM cass. 158,576 km. Stk. #P7464A. $$49.8949.8 9Sale /48 mo. wk. 2004 PACIFICA Surround sound, p. sunroof, navigation system, pwr. liftgate, 17” alum. wheels, rear seat video system & more. Stk. #A6268. $$154.00154.0 0Sale /84 mo. wk. Sale /72 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 5.2L V8, auto, ABS, H/D service, anti spin axle, p.w., pdl., keyless, air, O.W.L. on/off road tires, chrome wheels & more. Only 42,000 km. Stk. #V7725. $$96.7196.7 1Sale /72 mo. wk. 2003 CONCORD LXi 4 DR. 3.5L V6, ABS, auto, leather seats, security alarm, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, AM/FM/CD, audio controls, alum. wheels & more. Stk. #P7680. $$71.6171.6 1Sale /84 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 PICKUP 5.2L V8, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM cass. & more. Stk. #T5974A. $$68.5868.5 8Sale /72 mo. wk. 2003 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L, auto, p.w., pdl., p.s., p.m., AM/FM/CD, air, tilt, cruise, premium seating, box liner, keyless, trailer tow, ABS, anti-spin axle & more. Only 15,500 km. Stk. #T6335A. $$99.7999.7 9Sale /84 mo. wk. 2000 DAKOTA C/C 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, air, sport plus group, AM/FM cass., alum. wheels & more. 1 owner. Stk. #V7657. $$57.3457.3 4 /84 mo. wk.Sale DRIVEDRIVE HOME AHOME A WINNER SALESWINNER S A L E S EVENTEVENT • “Peace of Mind with DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. backed warranty” • “Roadside Assistance” • “Quality Reconditioning” • “Nationwide Service” 1997 CHRYSLER SEBRING 2 dr., 2.5L V6, auto, AM/FM/CD cass., pwr. sunroof, anti-lock brakes, leather, air, loaded. Stk. #J6375A. $$34.0634.0 6Sale /48 mo. wk. V 2004 INTREPID SE 4 DR. 22C package, 4 spd. auto, 2.7L V6 DOHC 24 valve and more. Stk. #R6307. $$60.3260.3 2Sale /84 mo. wk.* B R A N D N E W 2001 TOYOTA SIENNA WAGON V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, leather, p. seats, XLE pkg., p. sunroof, AM/FM cass., 6 disc CD changer & more. 1 owner, only 92,500 km. Stk. #V7767. $$85.1185.1 1Sale /72 mo. wk.* * B R A N D N E W UP TO NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS PLUS 2.0L 4cyl., auto, p.w., pdl., cruise, air, alum. wheels, AM/FM cass., p. sunroof, cloth seats & more. 1 owner, only 68,300 km. Stk. #P7491B. $$61.0061.0 0 * Sale /84 mo. wk. 2004 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE $$165.66165.6 6 * All new rear wheel, 3.2L V6, SOHC engine, 5 speed, auto stick, loaded. 2 to choose from. Stk. #C6637A. B R A N D N E W 2000 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 4 DR. 2003 PT CRUISER 28E package, power group, cruise, 16” wheels, p.w., pdl., keyless, auto & more. Stk. #PT5959. $$60.9860.9 8Sale /84 mo. wk.* B R A N D N E W 2003 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM/CD cass., 20” chrome wheels, Infinity speakers, anti-spin axle & more. Only 22,000 km. Stk. #V7536. $$103.72103.7 2Sale /84 mo. wk. 2003 DURANGO SLT 4X4 $$93.0193.0 1 /84 mo.Sale 4.7L V8, auto, air, skid plate grp., ABS, Elect. Shift-on-the-Fly, Anti-spin axle, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, & more. Stk. #P7686. wk.SALEM RD.2000 DAKOTA CLUB CAB 3.9L V6, auto, p.s., p.b., air, sport plus grp., fog lamps, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 114,100 km. Stk. #V7706. $$56.5256.5 2Sale /72 mo. wk. 1997 FORD 150 XLT CLUB CAB 4X4 4.6L V8, auto, air, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, tow hooks, tool caddy, box liner, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 161,500 km. Stk. #T6514A. $$60.7760.7 7Sale /60 mo. wk. ALL NEW 2004 DURANGO ININ STOCKSTOCK NOW!N O W ! Sale /84 mo. wk. ALL NEW 2004 DODGE SRT - 4 2.4L turbo, 5 speed, 17” rims, sunroof. 0-100 in 5.4 sec., 230 hp. Stk. #N6569. $$88.9688.9 6 B R A N D N E W ONLYONLY SHOPPINGSHOPPING DAYSDAYS LEFT!L E F T !1818 $$20,98820,9 8 8 Cash Purchase* for 00%% 2004 DODGE CARAVAN or purchase financing** for 40 mo. Wrap it up for Christmas! A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, December 7, 2003 www.durhamregion.com