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Home My WebLink AboutNA2004_02_04LO CAL MODEL CHASING DREAM Leslie Jones on pins and needles awaiting f inal decision for Guess Watches competition Entertainment, B3 Briefly... PICKERING:The Durham Region Un- employed Help Centre wants to as- sist you in looking your best - to em- ployers. The Pickering centre is offering free sessions on preparing a resume this month. Resume workshops are Feb. 12 and 26, from 1 to 3 p.m., while a half hour, resume-critiquing session is Feb. 19 at 9 a.m. You must make an appointment to attend any session. The centre, located at 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12 (beside the GO sta- tion) also offers weekly workshops for unemployed Canadians over 25 years old and for newcomers to Canada. The three-day job club runs Monday to Wednesday, while the landed immigrants job search work- shop is Tuesday to Thursday. For more information and to pre-register, call 905-420-4010, or visit the office. PICKERING:Businesses can learn more about international exporting at the International Trade Information session. The event will introduce the Canada-Ontario Export Forum net- work through presentations and net- working. Businesses are invited to stay after the meeting to chat with speakers and other COEF partners. The forum is at the Oshawa Golf Club, 160 Alexander St. near Simcoe Street and Adelaide Avenue, begin- ning at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18 with a breakfast. Tickets are $30. Call Karen Hunt at 905-723-0023 to reserve a seat. What’s On... DURHAM: The Head Injury Associa- tion of Durham Region is holding its 2nd annual mini-golf challenge to raise funds for people affected by brain injuries. Teams of four who gather a mini- mum of $40 in pledges are invited to golf against other teams at the Putting Edge, 75 Consumers Dr., in Whitby, for the best score and prizes in a round of glow-in-the-dark mini- golf. The event takes place Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. To enter your team, contact the Head Injury Association of Durham by Feb. 16 at 905-723-2732. The association wants willing golfers to know the Putting Edge is not wheelchair accessible and that glow-in-the-dark lighting can be visu- ally challenging. Index... Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Entertainment, B3 Classified, B4 Give us a call... General 905-683-5110 Distribution 905-683-5117 General FAX 905-683-7363 Newsroom FAX 905-683-0386 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 47,600 ✦ 32 PAGES ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2004 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND CHURCH ST. AT BAYLY 905-683-3210 ANNANDALE 2004 GOLF MEMBERSHIPS FROM GOLF TOURNAMENTS & DINNER PKGS. FROM +GST $52$52 + grat. and taxes $52 $355$355$355 Per person HWY 401 KINGSTON RD WHITES RDNATIONALSPORTS PICKERING WE AREHERE! 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Used under License. colour screen phones $2499* Now starting at no term - $279 *after rebate on 2-year term 376 Kingston Rd., Pickering (NE corner of Rougemount & Hwy. #2) FINE CHINESE CUISINE & DINING LOUNGE For Reservations •OR• Great Take-Out 509-9888509-9888 Durham shelters say it has made an impact Jeff Hayward Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM – If you're looking to adopt a pet in Durham, now's a very good time to do it. We b-based animal shelter Petfinder.com recently an- nounced that Ontario has ex- ceeded 100 members. Petfinder.com connects po- tential owners to local shel- ters, and it's made an impact on the region. Durham has nine members listed on the site, from Pickering to Clar- ington and even east to Cobourg. "It does make a noticeable difference," said Paula Brakel of the Joey Fund, based in Oshawa. Ms. Brakel praised the mi- crochips distributed by Petfinder, which help identify cats. A code on the chip gives important information about the animal, including the name of the owner. Ms. Brakel said it costs $110 to adopt a cat, which includes the $70 chip charge. "We sell the chips pretty much at cost," she said. Jo yce Smith operates the Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary in Pickering. De- spite the name of her shelter, Ms. Smith now deals exclu- sively with domestic animals. "I receive a lot of calls from people using Petfinder," said Ms. Smith. "They (Petfinder) are so different than anyone else... they're real profession- als, they really care about the business." She is constantly in need of space for the animals and Petfinder is helping to allevi- ate some of the pressure with increased adoptions. She has been working out of a 25-acre area for the last seven years, which was donated to her by Club Link. Ms. Smith asks for $100 to adopt a cat. She added there is no charge to adopt a dog or a rabbit, but welcomes dona- tions. Like the Joey Fund, she uses the chips available from Petfinder. "It's a darn good deal for those adopting a cat, it's mi- crochipped and stapled (neutered)," she said. "I'm not making a dime." To help encourage owners to keep their newly adopted Pe t finder.com ex p ands horizons Joyce Smith, at Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary, has many cats look- ing for a home and Petfinder.com is helping her reach more people.✦See Incentive page A2 Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Making his move PICKERING – Sean Maingot protects the ball as he drives the lane looking for a shot against David Stephens, right, during the final of the News Advertiser/ St. Mary Classic, Saturday. Maingot’s Monarchs fell short 85- 75 to the Mount Carmel Crusaders from Mississauga. For more on the tourney, see Sports, page B1. Push on to restore services, consult public on future changes By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING –City councillors want things to go back to the way they were at Rouge Val- ley Ajax and Pickering hospi- tal. Pickering council Monday passed a motion requesting the hospital reverse changes made in the fall, as well as hold public consultations be- fore any further changes are made. The motion was passed after a lot of discus- sion and several delegations spoke to council. "The motion doesn't even go far enough pertaining to restoring services to our community. These changes should go back to what they were and then go to the pub- lic for consultation," said Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner. "I hope we have full support to put this hospital back in community hands." But, the motion didn't re- ceive the full support of council. Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson voted against the motion be- cause he didn't have enough information. He tried to introduce a mo- tion for further delegations, but received no support. Wa rd 1 City Councillor Kevin Ashe also decided after he heard delegations from the hospital and from concerned residents that he would not support the mo- tion. He agreed with the in- tent of the hospital's board of directors to build two centres of excellence at the Cente- nary and Ajax sites instead of trying to offer everything at both sites. "The reality is in west Pick- City wants remedy to hospital concerns ✦See Board page A4 DURHAM –Offenders, in- cluding speeders and under- age drinkers, can now pay their fees online. Durham Region is the first municipality in Ontario to offer an online-payment op- tion for tickets issued under the Highway Traffic Act, Liquor License Act, many provincial statutes and mu- nicipal bylaws. Users key in the 19-digit ticket number and can use Visa or Mastercard to pay fines. There is a $3 user fee for the secure Internet transac- tion. Teranet Inc. and the Royal Bank developed the software, in conjunction with the Min- istry of the Attorney General. Visit the site through www.re- g ion. durham.on.ca or www.paytickets.ca. Tickets can still be paid in person at the courthouse in Whitby, 701 Rossland Rd. E., or payment can be mailed in. Pay traffic fines online PICKERING –A teenager faces charges and several others are still sought after a 47-year-old cabbie was beat- en and robbed on the week- end. Durham Regional Police said four to six youths were taken to an address near Rosebank Road and Rouge- mount Drive at about 12:30 a.m. Saturday, but refused to pay the Rapid Taxi driver. In- stead, they attacked the vic- tim and took his cash before fleeing on foot, police said. The victim was taken to Rouge Valley Health Ajax and treated for facial cuts and bruises. Police arrested a suspect a short time later and are look- ing for the others. Christopher Patrick Lover- ing, 18, of Springview Drive, Pickering, is charged with robbery and transportation fraud. Cabbie attacked, one charged TJ RE ADY TO PLAY Jeep TJ Unlimited stretches for new customers Wheels, Pullout By Lesley Bovie Staff Writer DURHAM ––A Supreme Court deci- sion to uphold Canada's spanking law is being met with mixed reaction here in Durham Region. "I think there's a big difference be- tween child abuse and a tap on the derriere or wrist," said Terry Ruddell, president of the Durham chapter of the Canadian Family Action Coali- tion. Section 43 of the Criminal Code permits corporal punishment by par- ents, teachers and caregivers. For the Canadian Family Action Coalition, a citizens group promoting Judeo-Christian principles, Section 43 allows parents to retain some con- trol over the discipline of their chil- dren. "There are surveys in Canada that say 70 per cent of parents admit to having spanked their child," Mr. Rud- dell added. "Eighty-four per cent did- n't want to see it criminalized. "We don't want to see good moms and dads, who discipline their chil- dren with a tap on the wrist or butt, thrown in jail." Elementary teachers say Section 43 has less to do with spanking than al- lowing them the right to maintain order in the classroom and in the schoolyard. "Our concern was if it wasn't up- held, teachers would be left open to all kinds of allegations," said Rachel Gencey, Durham president of the Ele- mentary Teachers Federation of On- tario. Today, teachers have a "hands off" policy except in "extreme situations," she said. That could mean breaking up a schoolyard fight or having to re- strain a student for his or her own safety. "We deal with all kinds of kids in the classroom. Some students aren't al- ways aware or have the ability to think through a situation," she said. The Durham Children's Aid Society (CAS) understands those arguments but still believes the same laws that protect adults from assault should be in place for children, said executive di- rector James Dubray. "It's vitally important for the public to understand this isn't a sanction of spanking," he said, of the 54-page de- cision. While disappointed Section 43 was upheld, Mr. Dubray said the Durham CAS is pleased the judgment set out a very specific definition of "reasonable discipline." He pointed to the stipulation Sec- tion 43 should not apply to children under the age of two and over the age of 12. The Supreme Court also said it is unacceptable to hit a child with an object like a belt or paddle. Blows and slaps to the head are also not allowed. In the past, provincial courts have had a wide variety of interpretations of reasonable discipline, Mr. Dubray said. There have been cases in which judges have even ruled kicking and the use of some objects as acceptable, he said, noting one-third of all Durham CAS investigations involve inappropriate discipline. "It's a fundamental question of how do children learn?" Mr. Dubray said. "We advocate as an agency that chil- dren learn values through conse- quences and that's not necessarily physical discipline." A/P PAGE A2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 www.durhamregion.com HOURS Mon. - Wed. 10-6 Thurs. - Fri. 10-9 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 11-4 rrs TM FINANCING ACCEPTED PHONE ORDERS ACCEPTED 40 FACTORY OUTLETS ACROSS ONTARIO INCLUDING... COURTICE 1414 KING ST. E. 905-436-3368 OSHAWA 79 TAUNTON RD. W. 905-433-1052 85 Kingston Rd. 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The owner has 10 days to activate the policy after adoption. "We include the policy as part of a kit we give to new owners, that in- forms them how to take care of their pet," said Ms. Smith. Visit the organization on the Web at petfinder.com. Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary can be reached directly at 905-649-8282. The Joey Fund is at the King Street Cat Hos- pital in Whitby at 905-665-6369. Keeping an eye on the news News Advertiser ..Read by more people in your community than any other newspaper Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ Incentive from page A1 Incentive to keep pets Spanking decision splits opinions Fu rther $500,000 expected as a result of throne speech By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING –Mayor Dave Ryan calls the federal government's an- nouncement to let municipalities off the hook for the GST a step to- ward a new relationship. The announcement to exempt municipalities from paying the GST for the next 10 years, retroac- tive for the current fiscal year, was made in Monday's speech from the throne, the first for new Prime Min- ister Paul Martin. "What that means to the City of Pickering is that we gave the feder- al government $1.3 million and what it looks like now is that we're going to get all that back," Mayor Ryan said. Pickering and municipalities everywhere were glad to hear the announcement. "We were all very pleased," Mayor Ryan said. "This bodes very well for future relationships with the feder- al government and that they under- stand the needs of municipalities." Under the current agreement the City paid GST and a portion of it was rebated - about 60 per cent - so the City would pay money out and have to wait to get it back before they could decide how to spend it. The City had already received back $800,000 in rebates from the $1.3 million in GST it has paid this fiscal year, which began in March. With Monday's announcement it can expect to receive another $500,000. "It is extremely good news for the municipality," said Ward 2 Regional Councillor Mark Holland. "It is going to have a significant impact on our budget process." The details of the announcement have not yet been released, but the Mayor hopes the City would be as- signed an exemption number and when purchases are made it would see the savings immediately. The City pays GST on a number of items. "All the goods we purchase to run the municipality - fuel for our vehi- cles, salt for our roads," Mayor Ryan said. But, Province wants to see business plan before full approval By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM –The Province says it is solidly behind Durham's new and expanding university. "Our government is committed to the success of the University of On- tario Institute of Technology," says Ingrid Walter. "We recognize it is young and are committed to help- ing it grow." Ms. Walter is the spokesperson for Mary Anne Chambers, the min- ister of training, colleges and uni- versities. However, before the Province ap- proves a multi-million dollar loan for the UOIT to complete three university buildings currently under construction, it wants to see "a solid business plan," says Ms. Walter. She says it is quite reason- able for the new government to re- quire this from UOIT on behalf of Ontario taxpayers. Gary Polonsky, UOIT and Durham College president, was in damage control mode Monday after a Toronto Star columnist sug- gested UOIT's expansion was "on hold." The article even hinted with- out the loan, UOIT might not have a future. Mr. Polonsky issued a letter to students and staff assuring them that the growth plan is not being delayed. L ast week senior ministry staff indicated there was "strong support in the government for the $190-mil- lion expansion in which we're cur- rently engaged," he says in an inter- view. "I don't envision that there's any chance that the government would ask us to stop these buildings in mid-stream," he says. "I don't think there's any chance of that, and that's not just my speculation... they have told me that as recently as last Thursday." The loan would finish off univer- sity buildings A2, A3 and A6, to be ready for students in seven months. Adding about 240,000 square feet of space to the campus, the buildings include a new, four- storey library. Mr. Polonsky says the current proposal to the government is UOIT would pay for two-thirds of the cost, amortized over 30 years or more. The UOIT's $3.5 million, year- ly debt obligation would be paid from the UOIT/Durham College op- erating surplus, which Mr. Polonsky says was $12 million last year. He expected $50 million of the money to be in the bank yesterday (Tuesday), and is to meet with min- istry officials Thursday regarding the rest of the money, describing this as standard procedure. Mr. Polonsky expects confirmation of the $140 million then or soon after. Ms. Walter says the Liberal gov- ernment would honour the previous government's pledge to approve the $190 million borrowing plan, "sub- ject to a viable business plan" it is awaiting. But, Mr. Polonsky says the gov- ernment received the plan, outlin- ing university growth to 6,500 stu- dents by 2009/2010, on Jan. 12. In the letter to staff and students, he noted that Ms. Chambers has approved six new programs at UOIT for this fall. "Does that sound as if the govern- ment is putting us on hold?" Mr. Polonsky asks. The UOIT, which opened last September, currently has about 930 students. Roughly 4,600 people, in- cluding some 3,800 high school stu- dents, have applied to attend this September, when UOIT expects to have a total of roughly 1,800 stu- dents. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 PAGE A3 P Like one of our photos? It can be yours For photo reprint details see ‘c ustomer service’ at durhamregion.com The News Advertiser Metroland Durham Region Media Group Hammers still swinging at UOIT GARY POLONSKY No chance government would stop building in mid-stream. 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Feb. 8, 2004 - 11am to 5 pm 1867 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering, ON ART WHOLESALER GIANT ART SHOW GIANT ART SHOW GIANT ART SHOW GIANT ART SHOW GIANT ART SHOW GIANT ART SHOW GIANT ART SHOW LIQUIDATION SALE 80%OFF Pickering Recreation Complex Hwy.401 Kingston Rd.LiverpoolBrock Rd.Valley Farm Rd.Town Hall Recycle Obstetrics slowly increases services PICKERING –Multiple births and other potentially compli- cated births are slowly re- turning to Ajax. Dr. Terry Logardis, associ- ate chief of obstetrics, said Monday night at Pickering council service changes made in the fall to the obstetrics de- partment at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering are slowly being increased. In December the hospital announced it would no longer be performing at a level one plus, which meant any deliv- eries with potential complica- tions would have to go to dif- ferent hospitals. Potential complications in- cluded multiple births, but Monday night a set of twins was born in Ajax. "As we speak today we're having twins delivered in Ajax," Dr. Logardis said. "We will be able to increase activity, not to level two be- cause we need the nursery backup... we will be doing level one with some increas- ing activity," he said. "It's being corrected as we speak, we're getting there." The amount of service of- fered is going to depend on safety and the resources available. The hospital is des- ignated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care as a level one facility. Hospital gives birth to twins again ering our community hospital is not objective. Our commu- nity hospital is Centenary, my kids were born at Centenary," he said. "I really think it would be better to talk about the issues with the board." Hume Martin, Rouge Val- ley president and CEO, was on hand to answer any ques- tions from council. Dave Sin- clair, chair elect for the Rouge Valley Health System Board of Directors, joined Martin at the meeting. "What the board is trying to do is offer sustainable ser- vices at both of our sites," Mr. Mar tin said, adding the hos- pital didn't want to duplicate specialized services because of physician and funding shortages. "No one hospital can be all things to all people - it's about putting the services where they are needed - equipping them with the latest and best equipment, retaining and at- tracting the best physicians, nurses and health-care pro- fessionals to support those services," Mr. Sinclair said. Certain services would re- main at both sites. "We know there are basic services that have to be of- fered to sustain a busy emer- gency department," Mr. Mar- tin said. "The board has been unwavering in all of the ser- vices required to run the emergency department." Yvonne Bosch, an Ajax res- ident who has been involved with the hospital since it opened 50 years ago, present- ed a petition signed by 6,500 concerned residents asking for services to be maintained and enhanced for the growing and aging population in the area. "There are many concerned that many medical services over the years are decreas- ing," she said. "Everything is so secretive here and that spreads fear, it is not healthy." Many councillors not only expressed concern with ser- vice changes but also with the lack of public consultation. "Having sat through and re- viewed the information from both sides, I am deeply con- cerned changes were initiated without the knowledge of key stakeholders," Coun. Brenner said. He talked about the changes made to labour and delivery in the fall. "Maybe the decisions that the board made were the right decisions, I am not an expert, but they were made without public consulta- tions," he said. Wa rd 2 Regional Councillor Mark Holland echoed Coun. Brenner's concern. "If we're talking about a dramatic change in the way we provide health-care ser- vice in the community, we de- serve full public consulta- tion," he said. The hospital is planning to hold public consultations at the end of the month regard- ing the challenges facing the health system. The details have yet to be released. Board trying to offer sustainable services ✦ Board from page A1 More than 100 tested for possible exposure to HIV, hepatitis By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM –Test results are negative so far on more than 100 people who were treated using unsterilized equipment at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. "So far, the good news in all of this is that there's been no suggestion of anyone being in- fected or anyone cross-infect- ed" with HIV or hepatitis, said Bill Livingstone, one of the lawyers representing patients in a class action lawsuit against the hospital. Unsterilized endoscopy equipment was used on 115 patients at the Oshawa hospi- tal between Oct. 27 and Oct. 30 last year. Patients were un- dergoing colonoscopies and gastrointestinal scopes. In a separate incident, an unsterilized dental mirror may have been used on one of four patients during ear, nose and throat surgeries between Oct. 27 and 28. All 118 people are being tested for hepatitis and HIV. The patients were tested im- mediately in November when Lakeridge contacted them, and they were tested again in early December, Mr. Living- stone said. There will be an- other follow-up test in six months, and one more in a year. "Really, not much can be done until the testing proto- col has been completed," Mr. Livingstone said. "Because it won't be until that...window of possible incubation has ex- pired that we'll have any abili- ty to know what this case means...or what value it has." A suit seeking $11 million for the affected patients was filed by Mr. Livingstone, along with a suit for $3 million for the af- fected children. Another $70 million lawsuit was filed by lawyer Bernie O'Brien. The lawyers have agreed to a joint effort in the case, said lawyer Andrew Elrick, who is working with Mr. O'Brien. Right now they're waiting for Lakeridge to file its state- ment of defence, which is offi- cially required within 30 days of the lawsuit being filed. "But I could count on one hand how often that hap- pens," Mr. Elrick said. "We've spoken to them, and know they're not ignoring it. "If time becomes an issue, that may change." Lakeridge, who at first re- fused to comment on the issue, publicly apologized for the "human error" a week after notifying patients. Two bottles of detergent in- stead of one bottle of disinfec- tant and one bottle of deter- gent were used on the steril- ization machine, Brian Lemon, the chief executive of- ficer said at the time. 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News Advertiser ...keeping you in touch with your community Metroland Durham Region Media Group Remember the three R’s: Reuse, reduce and recycle Lakeridge patients’ tests negative so far New strategy must focus on social factors of deadly virus, committee says By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM --The suicides of two HIV-positive men in the Region are perfect examples of why a new strategy for the disease is needed in Ontario, a local activist says. "While not dying of the infec- tion...people are choosing to die because of the social im- pact of HIV," said Peter Richtig, the executive director of the AIDS Committee of Durham. "They're still too sick to work, they think, 'No one in my life loves me...' that there's no reason to go on living." A 21-year-old who was HIV positive committed suicide at Thanksgiving, and a man in his 60s did the same just be- fore Christmas, Mr. Richtig said. His comments come after a Provincially appointed com- mittee presented their pro- posed strategy for dealing with HIV/AIDS into 2008 at the Oshawa Holiday Inn last week. The report says a new way of treating HIV/AIDS must focus on the "social determi- nants of health" - or why peo- ple are at risk. Such factors as poverty, lack of education, cultural barriers, mental health and addictions present inequities that contribute to the risk of infection and to the progres- sion of the disease. "We have to work in all kinds of social justice, and engage the community and provide community support for pre- vention," Mr. Richtig said. In Durham, many agencies that help with those social problems are territorial and don't want to work together, he added. "Many essential agencies like the HIV clinic from the Whitby hospital, Durham Ac- cess to Care, the legal clinic were there (at the strategy presentation), but many oth- ers chose not to attend," Mr. Richtig said. "That's a hurdle we have to overcome at a community level." The other hurdle is money, and the growing cost of treat- ing those living with HIV/AIDS. Provincial and federal fund- ing hasn't increased in 10 years, while costs have risen all around, Mr. Richtig said. As well, infected people are liv- ing longer - which means longer support costs and medication. "Right now there's such an issue on AIDS in underdevel- oped countries...people are forgetting that AIDS is an issue in this country," he said. "The government needs to put money into infrastructure that provides for prevention and support. "Because that's cheaper than waiting for people to get sick and having to pay $2,000 a month for medications or $1 ,000 a day to be in the hospi- tal." According to Health Cana- da, one in every 900 Canadi- ans is HIV infected. From that figure, it's estimated at least 500 to 600 Durham people are infected. Suicides a cry for help from AIDS sufferers DURHAM –About 50 per cent more people received their flu shot last year. More than 22,800 people went to the Region's 67 flu clinics in 2003, a health de- partment report presented at the Jan. 29 committee meet- ing said. As well, the number of chil- dren immunized more than doubled, with 3,846 receiving their shot - a 56 per cent in- crease from 2002. Clinics were also extended to Dec. 19, and the flu hotline had a 63-per cent increase in the number of calls. Flu shots more than double last year's total, report says BERNIE O’BRIEN Representing affected patients in $11-million lawsuit. Seeking shelter from the cold? Don't come to my house Ilive in a drafty old Victorian home. She's a lovely old girl and, at somewhere over 125, she doesn't owe anybody any- thing. But I have to tell you, she loses heat faster than a menopausal Eskimo. During our first few years liv- ing up here, when we still had our city skin‚ we ran up some pretty hefty heating-oil bills. Then, of course, we learned you simply cannot heat these old babies like you can a home that was built after, say, Confedera- tion. After a couple of winters, we learned to scale back on the furnace use, switch to wood and push the wearing of layers. Nowadays it is not the least bit unusual to see someone come to the breakfast table looking as though they were going ice- f ishing. Until the woodstove gets revved up, the kitchen can be a tad nippy on a February morning. I guess I didn't realize, howev- er, just how used to a cold house I was becoming, until we had a couple stay over. Everything seemed to be going fine until I trotted, in my slippered feet, downstairs the next morning to f ind them wrapped in their blankets and shivering like the last members of the Donner party. They were blue. I told her the best way to get warm quick- ly was for her to press her naked body against me. He was a bit of a party pooper, though. Anyway, we got some hot chocolate laced with Bailey's and a steaming bowl of oatmeal into them and they came around. But they don't come around any more. In fact, nobody seems partic- ularly keen on staying over here in the winter months. Except of course, other old-home owners. They know the drill. Never sleep over without flannel jammies, wool socks, and maybe a toque. Some people like to stow away a little hard tack and pemmican, too, just in case they get the munchies at night. Still, our lack of visitors has got me wondering if maybe the pendulum hasn't swung a little too far in the direction of fuel savings. There is, after all, a fine line between thrift and fanati- cism. So, in order to help others who may be in the same situa- tion as myself, I have compiled this list of 10 symptoms to watch out for. If more than a few of these apply, you might want to notch up the furnace a tad. You might've been living in a cold house too long if: 1. You hop into bed naked and your wife compliments you on your new sweater. 2. The ghost at the top of the stairs is now wearing a fleece pullover. 3. In the shower, you wash your back with a windshield scraper. 4. You willingly cuddle with your wife. 5. You find a pack of seals on your couch. 6. The only time you can't see your breath is when you open the fridge. 7. Yo ur children cannot get out of bed by themselves due to the weight of the blankets and com- forters on top of them. 8. The birds start leaving some seed and suet around for you. 9. Yo u start wearing a catheter to bed. 10. You burn so much wood that your name is brought up at the Kyoto Accord meetings. Sunderland resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. 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The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and content. Opinions expressed in let- ters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We re- gret that due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Editorial Editorials &Opinions WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Letters to the Editor Students crying out for more assistance Investment in education needed Monday's federal throne speech promised much but it will be some time before Canadians find out how much the Liberal government will actu- ally deliver. Plans to devote GST rebates totalling $7 billion over 10 years to cities is a fine start but much more - gas tax rev- enues anyone? - is needed. Some $3.5 billion to clean up federal lands is important, but it's just the thin edge of the wedge. And the promise to improve conditions for aboriginals and poor children is admirable but extremely short on specifics. Hundreds of thousands of university and college stu- dents across the country are in limbo right now. They hear in Paul Martin's words they will receive some help, but don't know how much. Since they are collectively many millions of dollars in debt, any amount of assistance will surely be welcomed. With a growing number of students in Durham Region at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College, promises by the feds of grants and loans are a true lifeline. Ambitious plans to provide scholarships and bursaries are needed, but those usually come from the universities and colleges themselves. On this score UOIT and Durham get top marks for raising funds to make sure promising and needy students can pursue their dreams. Government help is needed to bridge the gap between the increasing costs to attend post-secondary institutions and the reality of part-time jobs that don't raise the funds students require to pay their bills. Mr. Martin's speech said he will work with the provinces to increase grants and loans under the Canadian Student Loans Program. While loans are certainly a help, impoverished students struggle desperately under debt burdens, which frequent- ly climb to amounts in excess of $30,000. Being crushed under the weight of such hefty monthly payments is not the best way to start a career. Eligible students should be able to access significant grants that will allow them to study full-time without hav- ing to work full-time. The cost to attend college and uni- versity must be controlled by the Province with the assis- tance of the federal government. In the end, students don't care where the money comes from, nor are they con- cerned which government gets the credit. They need the help to continue study. Governments need to remember the successful students of today occu- py the high-paying - and high tax-generating - jobs of to- morrow. But that revenue circle starts with a meaningful school assist. Old homes are hard to heat Gun registry smokescreen for real problem To the editor: Looking for a legacy? Well, I say the federal Liberals of the last 10 years have found it. The gun registry is nothing more than a diversion from the real issue - the illegal flood of hand- guns in our communities. Well folks, the flood has reached such epic proportions, the tide will never be turned back. The underground world is saturated with handguns, guns that will never leave cir- culation. The bad guys have unbridled access to a myriad of weapons and I'm sure the next phase of our country's evolu- tion will be the taking up of arms by our law-abiding citi- zens for protection. In this final phase of our transformation, we will truly be on the road to 'Americanization.' The sad thing is those people who studied the issue of the gun registry, who weren't just out to get votes, could see this coming. Nothing, absolutely nothing, was done to stop ille- gal guns from coming in and taking over, and now we're stuck. This to me is the real crime, or should I say Liberal legacy. What would I have done? For one, I would have given auto- matic three-year sentences to anyone caught with a con- cealed handgun and I would have given cops the same pow- ers as airport security to use metal detection equipment. To the bleeding hearts, I say take a close look at this boon- doggle and you'll find it got you exactly what you didn't want. Guns, guns, guns. Mike Newman Pickering Photo radar not the only answer to speeding To the editor: Re: "Good reasons to bring back photo radar", Jan. 28 While your editorial high- lighted the need for improved detection and prosecution re- sources to combat excessive speed on our roads, will it real- ly work? Probably not on its own. Prosecution is after the fact, possibly weeks or months later, and photo radar doesn't stop offenders from continuing to pose a danger in the present. In fact, most police and citi- zens would probably favour a greater enforcement and more police street presence. To be effective, any strategy must provide a tangible and universal deterrent. Hit speed- ers where it hurts and address the offence at the time it hap- pens. Photo radar doesn't help that much. However, would dri- vers reduce speed if they faced mandatory revocation of their driving privileges? Or insur- ance became either cost-pro- hibitive or impossible to get? Or maybe even having their driving habits advertised to the public? Those responses would certainly get most peo- ple's attention. The main challenges are get- ting the involved governments to provide the needed leader- ship, plus figuring out how to address special cases, such as out-of-province offenders. Photo radar has been de- scribed as a "cash grab," which diminishes its credibility. Stop focusing on photo radar and start looking at the "bigger pic- ture." Kim Sadler Ajax Neil Crone e n t e r l a u g h i n g This week’s question: Do local hospitals provide an adequate level of care and services? ❏Yes ❏They don’t have enough funds ❏No Click and say Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last week’s question: Where do you stand on the possibility of the Province bringing back photo radar? ❏Bring it back 54.5 per cent ❏Use it on city streets too 7.7 per cent ❏Terrible idea 37.8 per cent Vo tes cast: 402 Fr ozen landscape Wayne Wood of Pickering snapped this photo at the foot of Liverpool Road at the lake, last week. Mr. Wood says he guessed the wind and spray would make great sculptures. “I think Mother Nature does it best, don’t you agree?” Mr. Wood asks. Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share from your community we'd like to see it. The Ajax Pickering News Advertiser invites submissions from readers with up to 80 words describing the circum- stances under which the picture was taken. So dig through your old photos or go out and capture a new one. Mail your pictures: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave, Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. or, e-mail photos in jpeg format to: dstell@durhamregion.com. In our community Recreation Complex Memberships, Pay As You Go and Winter Fitness Classes Call Now 905.683.6582 Claremont Winter Carnival Parade Sat. February 14 @ 11 am Old Brock Rd. Call for all events & times 905.649.5347 905.420.2222 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. DATE MEETING TIME Febraury 9 Executive Committee Meeting 7:30 pm February 11 Committee of Adjustment Meeting 7:00 pm February 12 Pickering Museum Village Advisory Committee Meeting 7:00 pm February 12 Waterfront Coordinating Committee Meeting 7:00 pm Red Maple Book Club Students in grades 7,8 and 9 are invited to join the Red Maple Book Club at the Pickering Public Library.Those who read 5 of the 10 nominated Canadian titles can vote for the winning book. The Kick-Off party will be held on Thursday, February 5th at 7:00 pm in the Central Library Auditorium.For more information,call 905.831.6265 and press 0 or email teens@picnet.org. @ your library™ Last Call for 2003 Civic Awards Nominations The City of Pickering will once again be presenting Civic Awards to members of the community who have exemplified outstanding service,and to celebrate the activities and achievements of those deserving individuals and local groups. We invite and encourage you to submit nominations for individuals,groups and businesses who have made a significant contribution to the City of Pickering. Please note that all nominations must be received by 4:00 pm on Thursday,February 12 ,2004 by: The City of Pickering Civic Awards Committee Clerk's Division Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1V 6K7 Nomination Forms are availabe on the website or at Pickering City Hall,Pickering Libraries and Pickering Recreation Complex. “CIVIC AWARD DESCRIPTIONS” Special Citation Award Award for Bravery / Heroism Lifetime Achievement Award Individual Volunteer Award Service Group Award Community Group Award Amateur Sports Award Youth Volunteer Award Youth Leadership Award Arts and Culture Award Urban Design Award Economic Development Award Local Business Award Environment Award Healthy Community Award Please see the website,cityofpickering.com for award descriptions and additional nomination forms. A selection committee will review the nominations and determine recipients from each of the categories. Award recipients will be notified by Monday,March 15 , 2004,and the presentations will take place in the Council Chambers at the Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade on Monday,April 26 ,2004. If you have any questions,please contact the City of Pickering at 905.420.4620,or from telephones in north Pickering at 905.683.2760,or our toll free line at 1.866.683.2760 SALE OF SURPLUS CITY LANDS BY PUBLIC TENDER TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of those parts of Blocks 7 and 13, Plan 40M-1599, Pickering, designated as Parts 1 and 5, Plan 40R-21767 (Glen Eden Court). Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned no later than 2:00 pm local time: Wednesday, February 18, 2004. The tenders will be opened in public on the same day at approximately 2:15 pm Tenders must be submitted in the form of a signed Agreement of Purchase and Sale which will be provided in the tendering package. Tenders must include a bid deposit in the amount of 10 per cent (10%) of the total tendered amount and have a closing date within 60 days of February 18, 2004. The City of Pickering makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchaser. Tendering packages are available from the Corporate Services Department, Supply & Services, upon receipt of a $10.00 payment made in cash or by cheque payable to the City of Pickering. Any questions respecting this property please contact Denise Bye, Property & Development Services, 905.420.4660, extension 2052. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Corporation of the City of Pickering Corporate Services Department Supply & Services, 2nd Floor One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario L1V 6K7 Vera A. Felgemacher, C.P.P., CPPO, CPPB, CMM I, CPM Manager, Suppy & Services Communit y C u l t u r a l & H e r i t a g e A s s o c i a t i o n s Y ou are Inv i t e d ! The City o f P i c k e r i n g A d v i s o r y C o m m i t t e e o n Race Re l a t i o n s a n d E q u i t y Invite’s c o m m u n i t y c u l t u r a l & h e r i t a g e a s s o c i a t i o n s to partic i p a t e i n t h e i r a n n u a l 2004 He r i t a g e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n E v e n t At Picker i n g T o w n C e n t r e (Centre C o u r t ) Saturday , F e b r u a r y 1 4 , 2 0 0 4 s t a r t i n g a t 1 1 : 0 0 a m Cultural & H e r i t a g e A s s o c i a t i o n s can part i c i p a t e i n t h e e v e n t by conducti n g a p e r f o r m a n c e (dance, s o n g ) a n d / o r b y p r o v i d i n g a d i s p l a y that sho w c a s e s t h e i r h e r i t a g e . F or more i n f o r m a t i o n o r t o e x p r e s s y o u r interest t o p a r t i c i p a t e – p l e a s e c a l l 905.420. 4 6 6 0 e x t . 2 0 9 9 b y F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 0 4 . Please join u s a s w e c e l e b r a t e P i c k e r i n g ’ s r ich heritag e a n d c u l t u r a l d i v e r s i t y ! NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY-LAW TO LICENCE AND REGULATE PET SHOPS AND KENNELS The Council of the City of Pickering will be considering a by-law to licence and regulate pet shops and kennels in the City of Pickering at a meeting to be held on Monday, February 9, 2004 at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers, One The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario. If you wish to address the Members of Council with respect to this issue, you may do so at the above noted meeting. If you have any questions about this issue or wish to receive a copy of the draft by-law that Council will be considering, please contact Mr. Bruce Taylor, City Clerk at 905.420.4611 or by email at btaylor@city.pickering.on.ca or by mail at: Bruce Taylor,AMCT, CMM City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 In order to prevent future tragedies the Pickering Fire Services requests that you follow these safety tips to ensure the safe use of smoking materials. Never smoke in bed It’s just too easy to fall asleep. Don’t smoke if you’re drowsy …Especially if you’re sitting down in a comfortable chair or if you’ve been drinking or taking prescription drugs. Check between the cushions for any smokers items that may have fallen into the cracks. Don’t leave a lit cigarette …Or a cigar or pipe. They can easily overbalance as they burn down, land on a carpet, newspaper or between sofa or armchair cushions, and start a fire. Use a proper ashtray Make sure it can’t be easily knocked over and avoid a build-up of ash and debris. Dispose of your ashes safely Put your ashes in water before going to bed. Don’t leave matches or lighters unattended Children love them. And every year children die starting fires with matches and lighters they shouldn’t have had. It doesn’t take more than a couple of minutes for a child left on their own to start a fire. For more information contact the Pickering Fire Services at 905.420.4628 or email: fire@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website at cityofpickering.com Missing a few items? Want to get ahead? Or just want to get into the swim of things? Sign up for one of our one week March Break Mini Sessions Monday, March 15 through Sunday, March 21 Recreation Complex Pool Don’t Miss It! Call for more information 905.683.6582 Recreation Complex Monday - Friday 9 - 11 am and 4 - 7 pm Friday, February 20 1 - 5 pm Friday, February 27 1 - 5 pm 5 half hour lessons $67.00 for Semi-Private $117 for Private REGISTER TODAY! PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX POOL • 905.683.6582 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 PAGE A7 P Genesis • Exodus • Leviticus • Numbers • Deuteronomy • Joshua • Judges • Ruth • • Galatains • Ephesians • Philipians • Colossians • 1 Thessalonians • 2 Thessalonians • Ecclesiastes • Song of Solomon • Isaiah • Jeremiah • Lementation• Ezekiel • Daniel • Hosea • Joel • Amos • Obadiah • Jonah • Micah • Nahum • Habakkuk • Zephaniah • Haggai • Zechariah • Malachi •Titus • JudeGenesis • Exodus • Leviticus • Numbers • Deuteronomy • Joshua • Judges • Ruth •Pastoral Perspective Greater Love Dr. Gregory O. Baker, Pastor • FaithWay Baptist Church, Ajax The subject of love is something that is at the very heart of true Christianity. Our God is love and the Word of God teaches us that “we love Him because He first loved us.” Biblical love is sacrificial love. Too often we mistake love for an emotion instead of an action. Love is not mere fantasy but it is a fact based upon a proper understanding. True love goes far beyond feelings. The truth is that Christian love compels us to love the unlovely and to love even when we don’t feel like it! Bible love is always expressed in giving and doing for the individual. That’s why the Word of God even instructs us to “love our enemies!” Of course we can love this way because of Jesus Christ’s love for us. During World War II, an enemy submarine approached a fleet of ships in the North Atlantic. The captain of one vessel spotted the white mark of a torpedo coming directly at his ship. His transport was loaded with literally hundreds and hundreds of young soldiers on the way to the European front. He realized they would not have time to maneuver to avoid the torpedo. He grabbed the loudspeaker and cried out, “Boys, this is it!” Nearby, though, a little escorting destroyer also observed the torpedo. The captain ordered, “Full speed ahead.” His ship steamed into the path of the torpedo. The destroyer was blown up; it sank very quickly. Every man on it was lost. The captain of the troop transport ship sadly commented, “The skipper of that destroyer was my best friend.” Now one verse in the Bible has an even deeper meaning for that captain. John 15:13 says, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friend.” Jesus Christ willingly stood between you and your eternal destruction. In His great love, He gave Himself on the cross to be your personal Saviour. I encourage you to come to know Him and accept His gift of eternal life. Then the love of God can be shed abroad in your heart! Truth & Culture Our Economy – Blessing or Curse Based on current market indicators there is a high expectation that North America will do well economically in 2004. For many years I believed the basis for North America’s prosperity was the Christian foundation laid by our forefathers. As I read the bible it is difficult to reconcile the foundation of our economy built on debt as a blessing from God. God told the Israelites in Deuteronomy 28:12-14 “The Lord will open for you His good storehouse, the heavens, to give rain to your land in its season and to bless all the work of your hand; and you shall lend to many nations, but you shall not borrow. The Lord shall make you the head and not the tail, and you shall only be above, and you shall not be underneath, if you will listen to the commandments of the Lord your God, which I charge you today, to observe them carefully, and do not turn aside from any of the words which I command you today, to the right or to the left, to go after other gods to serve them.” Conversely, in verses 43-45 God said “The alien who is among you shall rise above you higher and higher, but you shall go down lower and lower. He shall lend to you, but you shall not lend to him; he shall be the head, and you shall be the tail. So all these curses shall come on you and pursue you and overtake you until you are destroyed, because you would not obey the Lord your God by keeping His commandments and His statutes which He commanded you.” I do not believe our economy is blessed by God after reading these scriptures and knowing it is powered by debt. These scriptures associate debt as a curses and not a blessing. While the federal government has stopped the deficits if you look at all levels of government our debt is growing as the following table shows: While net debt is decreasing our liabilities are increasing and the outlook is worse in the United States. Eventually we will hit the ceiling and our economy will crash. And are we any different with our personal and household debt? Debt is at every level of our society and the driver of our economy. What will happen when interest rates eventually go higher as they will and we are unable to keep our debt current? I do believe God is giving us an opportunity through low interest rates to get our financial house in order and be prepared for coming economic earthquake. Over the coming months I will share in the perspective articles strategies for putting ones financial house in order and laying a foundation to weather the storm and return to God’s prosperity. Tim Young • Durham Christian Fellowship Federal/Provincial/Municipal Debt in Canada 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $ millions Financial assets 206,863 224,328 239,654 289,269 331,453 Liabilities 1,057,981 1,071,646 1,088,314 1,119,630 1,128,537 Net debt -851,118 -847,318 -848,660 -830,361 -797,084 Source: Statistics Canada, CANSIM, table 385-0014 Monthly Events Dunbarton-Fairport United Church February 21 “Love Notes and Noodles” join us for an evening of pasta and song. 6 pm Pasta Dinner $8 (choice of 2 pastas and 3 sauses). By reservation only. 7 pm Concert $5. Savoury and favourite love tunes by the choir. February 21 “Spa For The Soul” 9 am to 4 pm Manresa Jesuit Centre, Liverpool Rd. for more information call 905-839-7271 February 25 Ash Wednesday. 6 pm Pancake supper. Please bring own dinnerware. 7 - 7:30 pm Ash Wednesday service. Faithway Baptist Church Every Sunday 9:30 am - Sunday School and Adult Class. 10:30 am & 6 pm - Worship Services Special February Adult Series at 9:30 am Bible Blueprints for Building Better Homes • Special February Single Moms Class at 9:30 am Walking Wisely in a Wacky World February 15 Family Sunday Special Guest: Dr. Tom Sexton Pastor from Cape Coral, Florida • 10:30 am Great Family Day Service 1 Samuel • 2 Samuel • 1 Kings • 2 Kings • 1 Chronicles • Genesis • Exodus • Leviticus • Numbers • Deuteronomy • Joshua • Judges • Ruth •2 Chronicles • Ezera • Nehemiah • Esther • Psalms • Proverbs • Proverbs • Matthew • Mark • Luke • 162 Rossland Rd. – Just East of Harwood Rd. in the Pickering Christian School Sundays 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon PASTOR DENNIS PENNER 905-831-8596 PROGRAMS February Meeting Place “Winter’s Great Story” • Youth Band • Womens Spirtual Book Club • Parenting • Bible Study - February, “The Commandments” Dunbarton- Fairport United Church ERVING THE COMMUNITY Sunday Services 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Bible Study 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. The Meeting Place 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. A Somewhat more traditional service Religious education J.K. - Gd. 12; 10:30 a.m. All ages children’s program - 9:00 a.m. 1066 Dunbarton Rd., Pickering, ON L1V 1G8 (905) 839-7271 e-mail: dfunited@dunbartonfairport.on.ca website: www.dunbartonfairport.on.ca/dfunited/ S Religion * for your mind * for your soul www.mitchellfamilybooks.com R.G. MITCHELL FAMILY BOOKS 2200 Brock Road (Dellbrook Plaza, North of Hwy 2) (905) 686-3090 Come to our Treat Your Valentine Sale February 12 - 14, 20% off any product with the word LOVE in it Plus 20% off any gift product with a Heart on it Fill out a ballot to win one of three dinners for two at Regalis Come in and have fun finding a lasting gift for your special Valentine. A/P PAGE A8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 www.durhamregion.com DURHAM –The Durham Regional Spelling Bee is back. And to make the event as success- ful as it was in 2003, we need your help. Student and community vol- unteers are needed to lend a hand in this fun educational event. According to the Province's cur- riculum, students must complete a minimum 40 hours of community service by the end of Grade 12 to graduate. The Durham Regional Spelling Bee is a great way to earn some of those hours by working with younger students in an educational setting. We also need adult volunteers to assist as spellmasters, judges and clerks. Coaching and competitions begin in March. If you are interested in as- sisting with this not-for-profit com- munity event, call David Stell, news editor of the Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser, at 905-683-5110 ext. 249 or e-mail dstell@durhamre- gion.com. Buzz to the spelling bee This Week ● Canadian Statesman ● NEWS ADVERTISER ● Times-Journal ● durhamregion.com Presented by Public registration begins Feb. 29. Watch the News Advertiser for further details. The 5th annual Durham Regional Spelling Bee Coming Soon! St. Mary falls for third time in final of News Adver tiser Classic By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — For a third consecu- tive year, the St. Mary Monarchs made it to the final of its own tour- nament. Like the previous two, the script didn't exactly go according to plan for the Monarchs in the champi- onship game at the third annual News Advertiser/ St. Mary Classic senior boys' basketball tournament on Saturday night. The Monarchs ended up as brides- maids once again after a strong Our Lady of Mount Carmel Crusaders of Mississauga squad pulled way ahead in the third quarter and hung on down the stretch to secure an 85- 75 victory. The final was anything but a staid affair, played with plenty of emotion on both sides of the ball, with that emotion boiling over at one point in the third quarter. Despite keeping the score reason- ably close for the first half against a strong Crusaders' squad, the Mon- archs looked to erase a 13-point half- time deficit in the third quarter. It didn't happen. Rather, the Crusaders' ramped up their explosive offensive attack in the third quarter, going on a 7-0 run and later opening up a formidable 18-point lead at the midway point in the quarter. Then things went from bad to worse for host St. Mary. With 4:28 remaining in the third quarter, Monarchs' Frank Jonke and Crusaders' David Stephens aggres- sively went after a loose ball under- neath the St. Mary basket, with Jonke diving to the floor over Stephens. The Mount Carmel centre took exception, with Jonke and Stephens trading face-to-face barbs. Front-court mate Erik Glavic and Mount Carmel guard Joseph Dako got into the mix, with Glavic and Stephens becoming embroiled in a brief shoving match at mid-court. After cooler heads prevailed, all four players were hit with double techni- cal fouls and ejected from the game. For Monarchs' coach Mike Gor- densky, losing his starting front court was a big blow to his team, and was definitely the key to the game's outcome. "The whole game changed when my two forwards got thrown out. It totally changed the complexion of the game. Once my big guys got thrown out, we couldn't stop (Jor- dan Henry) in the post," says Gor- densky. Conversely, Crusaders' coach Robert Tucci believed the loss of Dako and Stephens was a much big- ger blow to his team than what St. Mary lost in manpower. "I felt they got the better end of the deal," says Tucci. "We lost our point guard and captain and our big man. It hurt us a lot, but we were fortunate we had the lead that we did." Despite closing the third quarter staring at a daunting 18-point deficit, the Monarchs wouldn't quit. With 2:27 remaining, St. Mary went on a 9-0 run, hitting three consecu- tive three-point shots to shave the deficit to nine points with just more than a minute to go. The Crusaders, however, made their free-throw at- tempts down the stretch to hold off the hard-charging Monarchs. Following the game, Tucci praised his bench players for coming into the game after the ejections and giving the Crusaders a much-needed lift. "The bench came out and finished the job," says Tucci. "They did a fan- tastic job. I was very proud of them. They gave us good minutes and, without them, we wouldn't have the victory." For his part, Gordensky says falling behind by as much as 22 points in the third quarter was too much for his squad to overcome. "We got down big early and we were down 13 at half time. We want- ed to get it down to six or seven going into the fourth, but we were down 20 or more and you can't come back from that against a team like that," says Gordensky. "We came back as best we could." Game most valuable player Jor- dan Henry says the final was a good test for the Crusaders, who per- formed well against strong competi- tion at the tournament. "I thought it was going to be a tough game," says Henry, 14, the Crusaders 6'4" forward who's a junior (Grade 9) playing at the senior level this season. "They came to play, but we also came to play." Nathan Thomas led the Monarchs with 25 points in the final. Patrick Wilson had a game-high 29 for the Crusaders. It was anything but a sure bet that the Monarchs would arrive back in the final of the tournament this year. In fact, the home squad was tested severely in its first- and second- round games before getting a bit of a reprieve in the semifinal contest. The Monarchs prevailed over a strong St. Joan of Arc Knights squad of Barrie 64-59 in the opener. Guard Duane Howard led the way with 20 points, followed by Nathan Thomas with 16. Next, the Monarchs faced West- view Centennial in the quarter-final game, pulling out a 68-60 overtime victory. Glavic and Thomas paced the Monarchs with 23 points apiece, while Howard had 11. In the semifinals, St. Mary crushed the Northern Collegiate Red Knights 69-37. Howard had 15 points for the Monarchs, followed by Sean Maingot with 12 and Glavic with 10. Meanwhile, Mount Carmel got past the St. Marguerite d'Youville Panthers of Mississauga 77-69 in the semifinal contest. In round-robin play, Mount Carmel blitzed the G.L. Roberts Lakers of Oshawa 92-46 in Game 1, while advancing to the semifinal after putting a 60-30 hurt- ing on the Earl Haig Haigmen of Toronto in the quarter-final contest. Sports &Recreation WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 HOCKEY Oshawa Civic Auditorium Box Office Info 905-728-5163 • Thurs., Feb. 5, 7:05 pm vs Kingston www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 PAGE B1 P Felicien continues winning ways PICKERING —Perdita Felicien, it seems, hasn't lost a step since pulling off her upset win at the world track and field championships in Paris last August. Running in her first meet since winning the world 100-metre hurdles title, Felicien won the 60-metre hurdles event at the Illi- nois Invitational Meet at the University of Illinois last Saturday. Running on her home track in Cham- paign, Ill., Felicien won in a time of 7.99 sec- onds. The time was just above her Canadi- an indoor record she shares with Katie An- derson. Felicien ran as an independent for the Illinois meet after deciding to forgo her final season of indoor eligibility with the university in order to turn professional. The 23-year-old hurdler was named as the 2003 Canadian Press female athlete of the year in late December after her in- credible season on the track. She not only won the world title, but also finished her collegiate career as the NCAA outdoor hurdles champ. She plans to run at the Millrose Games at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Feb. 6, the Gaz de France on Feb. 28 in Lievin, France and finish her in- door season at the indoor world champi- onships in Budapest, Hungary, March 5 to 7. Despite more ‘D’, Mario’s can’t get ‘W’ AJAX —East Side Mario's shored up its defence with the addition of Marjorie Bates to the line-up, but could not solve Scotiabank in a defensive battle on We dnesday night. The bankers emerged victorious, 24- 17, over East Side Mario's in Ajax Ladies' Basketball League action. Engrid Carmichael-Johnson led the way for Sco- tiabank with a 10-point outing. Barb Arm- strong chipped in with eight. Ke vina Morrison replied with seven for East Sides. In the second game, Select Food Products found everything to its liking at Donland's Jewellers, winning 43-27. Colleen Wetering and Kerri Jolicoeur led the scoring parade for Select Foods with 14 points apiece. The jewellers had numerous open looks at the basket, but with the exception of 14 points from Lana Edmonstone could not get the ball to drop in consistently. League players live in Ajax and Picker- ing. Sahadath golden for Varsity Blues PICKERING — Pickering resident and University of Toronto freshman Cameron Sahadath had an impressive showing at the York University Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 31. Sahadath, competing for the second time since August of last year, won the men's 60-metre hurdles in a time of 8.37 seconds. His time places him as the num- ber-one ranked university hurdler in Cana- da, tied with Laurent Lavigne Masse of Laval University, of Quebec. The York meet attracted university teams from Canada and the U.S. With only two competitions under his belt as a Varsity Blues team member, the Pickering High School graduate, who's one of the most decorated track athletes at the school, has his sights set on winning both the Ontario University Athletic Associ- ation (OUAA) and CIS (Canadian Interuni- versity Sports) championships. Monarchs crowned by Mount Carmel Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Monarchs’ Frank Jonke wrestles for a loose ball with Mount Carmel Crusaders’ David Stephens during third-quarter action in the championship final of the News Advertiser/St. Mary Classic senior boys’ basketball tournament on Saturday. Following this play, a minor skirmish erupted with Jonke, Stephens and two other players ejected after double technical fouls were assessed. FIRST ROUND Laurier Blue Devils (Toronto) 86 vs. Pe- terborough Collegiate Raiders 41 St. Marguerite d'Youville Panthers (Mississauga) 80 vs. Notre Dame Cougars (Ajax) 50 Mount Carmel Crusaders (Mississauga) 92 vs. G.L. Roberts Lakers (Oshawa) 46 Earl Haig Haigmen (Toronto) 64 vs. Markham DHS Marauders 60 Northern Red Knights 58 vs. St. Thomas Aquinas Cardinals (Brampton) 56 Pickering High Trojans 68 vs. St. Michael's Blue Raiders (Toronto) 48 St. Mary Monarchs 63 vs. St. Joan of Arc Knights (Barrie) 59 Westview Centennial (Toronto) 87 vs. Senator O'Connor Blues (Toronto) 27. QUARTER-FINALS St. Marguerite d'Youville Panthers 80 vs. Laurier Blue Devils 71 (2OT) Mount Carmel Crusaders 60 vs. Earl Haig Haigmen 30 Northern Red Knights 41 vs. Pickering High Trojans 38 St. Mary Monarchs 66 vs. Westview Cen- tennial 60 (OT) SEMIFINALS Mount Carmel Crusaders 77 vs. St. Mar- guerite d'Youville Panthers 69 St. Mary Monarchs 69 vs. Northern Red Knights 37 FINAL Mount Carmel Crusaders 85 vs. St. Mary Monarchs 75 QUARTER-FINALS (Consolation) Peterborough Collegiate Raiders 66 vs. Notre Dame Cougars 53 Markham DHS Marauders 70 vs. G.L. Roberts Lakers 59 St. Michael's Blue Raiders 69 vs. St. Thomas Aquinas Cardinals 37 St. Joan of Arc Knights 59 vs. Senator O'Connor Blues 32 SEMIFINALS (Consolation) Markham DHS Marauders 74 vs. Peterborough Collegiate Raiders 56 St. Joan of Arc Knights 61 vs. St. Michael's Blue Raiders 46 CONSOLATION FINAL St. Joan of Arc 67 vs. Markham DHS Ma- rauders 56 Tournament results Panthers hope to blow past Hurricanes Playoff series against Newmarket starts tomorrow PICKERING — The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers are hoping they can scratch and claw out enough wins against the highly-favoured Newmarket Hurricanes in the first round of the playoffs. The Panthers and Hurricanes kick off their OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior 'A' Hockey League North Confer- ence quarter-final playoff series (the Panthers moved into the North play- off bracket due to their eighth-place finish in the South) tomorrow (Thursday) in Newmarket at 7:30 p.m. The best-of-seven series continues at the Pickering Recreation Complex for Game 2 on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Game 3 is in Newmarket on Sunday at 7:30 p.m., with Game 4 in Pickering on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Do the Panthers (12-29-7-0 for 31 points) have the ability to pull to- gether four wins against a Newmar- ket team (34-13-2-0 for 70 points) that finished 39 points ahead of them? Pickering coach John Winder believes so. "Well, we're optimistic," says Winder. "We skated with them the last time we played them (a 2-1 Pick- ering loss in Newmarket last Thurs- day). They were missing a couple of players, but they weren't missing their entire team by any means." The series, says Winder, will hinge on two key areas for the Panthers. He says the players will have to continue to provide strong defensive zone cov- erage, while also winning the one-on- one battles along the boards. "Defensive zone coverage will be the most important thing we must do in order to compete. We'll have to win the one-on-one battles and drive the net," says Winder. No matter which team emerges vic- torious, Winder believes it won't be a short series. "I definitely think it'll be a long se- ries. If we're going to win it, it won't be in four straight, that's for sure. And, I don't think we're going to let them win four straight either. I can see it going five or possibly seven games." The close game of last Thursday, says Winder, with Newmarket scoring the game winner in the final minute, will no doubt give the Hurricanes plenty to think about in advance of Thursday's opener. It's almost a cer- tainty that the lowly Panthers won't sneak up on Newmarket. "I think they know we're a quick skating team, they're too well coached to take any team lightly," says Winder. The Panthers received some good news for the playoffs, as forward Kyle Cunningham rejoined the team for their final regular-season game against the Oshawa Legionaires in Oshawa on Tuesday night. A back in- jury has kept Cunningham out of the lineup for an extended period of time. PANTHERS' POSTSCRIPT: Other games, if necessary, in the series are: Game 5, at Newmarket, Thursday, Fe b. 12 at 7:30 p.m.; Game 6, at Pick- ering, Sunday, Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m.; Game 7, at Newmarket, Tuesday, Fe b. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Sports Briefs FEBRUARY 4, 2004 PERDITA FELICIEN First meet back after world conquest. CAMERON SAHADATH Wins indoor hurdles title. By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX —Two local Olympians will at- tempt to take a big step toward their first Brier appearance at the Ontario Men's Curling Championships in Owen Sound this week. The Glenn Howard rink -- one-half of which is made up of local curlers Collin Mitchell and Richard Hart -- is currently competing in the Ontario Men's Champi- onship, which got underway on Monday and continues until Sunday, Feb. 8. The Howard team comes into the champi- onships on a big-time roll after winning the National World Curling Tour Event on Jan. 25, pocketing $30,000 in the process. Considered one of the favourites to cap- ture the provincial crown, the Howard rink will nonetheless face some tough competi- tion in Owen Sound. Also in the hunt will be the Ed 'The Wrench' Werenich and Mike Harris teams. Ironically, Harris was the skip of the rink that included both Mitchell and Hart that won the silver medal at the Winter Olympic Games in Nagano, Japan. Rogers Cable will be carrying the provin- cial finals live daily at 1.30 and 7 p.m. ••• Ajax's Bob Turcotte was denied a fourth crown at the 2004 Canadian Senior Men's Curling Championship in Vernon B.C. from Jan. 24 to Feb. 1. Turcotte skipped the Ontario represen- tative at the championship, but ended up on the outside looking in as Nova Scotia stole its final game and eliminated a poten- tial four-team playoff for the fourth and final playoff spot. The Turcotte team -- which curls out of the Scarboro Country Club and includes Roy Wigand, Wayne Lowe, and Steve Mc- Dermot -- ended in a three-way tie for fifth spot with a 6-5 record. Turcotte won the Canadian seniors crown in his three previous appearances in 1996, 1997 and 2000. ••• Annandale curlers Gord Norton, Warren Leslie, Alex Bianchi and Ron Alexander won the 55th annual Chicago Curling Club International Bonspiel from Jan. 15 to 18. It was the first time they had competed in this event. The Norton rink played five games and faced Illinois State Champion Greg Wilson from the Chicago Club in the final. The prize was a big, beautiful, gold pin. ••• Annandale has two men's teams curling in the OCA Colt's Zone in Sutton from Feb. 7 to 9. Jason March will skip one entry with Blair Metrakos, Alex Bianchi and Matt Critchley. The other team has Jon Payne at skip, with Scott McGhee, Marvin Harrison, and Larry Edmunds. Eight teams are entered in this double- knockout zone playdown, with two rinks advancing to the regionals at St. George's Golf & Country Club on Feb. 28 and 29. Interest rates and offers are subject to change or withdrawal at any time. Interest penalty for early withdrawal. The Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario (DICO) insures Canadian currency deposits for a maximum of $100,000 for the combined principal, interest and dividends relating to members' total deposits. Discover financial peace of mind at your local HEPCOE Credit Union branch. 1550 Kingston Road, Pickering • 905-831-1121 Over 1% better than the most common rate posted by the Big 5 Canadian Banks. 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Make sure you tighten the lids on your chemicals and keep them away from your pets. *Cats looking for shelter in the winter often crawl up into a vehicle’s warm engine. They can be seriously injured if you start your vehicle. Honk the horn, open the hood of your vehicle, or bang loudly on the hood before starting the engine to frighten away any animal hiding there. This winter please remember if it’s too cold for you outside, it’s too cold for your pet. Visit our animal services web-site at www.pawanimalservices.ca to read more about the importance of responsible ownership, to find a lost pet, or to offer a homeless pet a good, loving home. S. Koch Supervisor of Animal Services Pickering-Ajax-Whitby Animal Services Centre 4680 Thickson Road North, Whitby 905-427-8737 1755 Pickering Parkway 905-427-3403 NHwy. 2 Hwy. 4 0 1 Pickerin g P k w y .Brock Rd.WEEKLY SPECIALS FROM 5:00PM TILL CLOSE: MONDAY - Two Thin Crust Gourmet Pizza’s with any three toppings $9.99. 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Sunday, February 8, 10am - 2pm We dnesday, February 11, 7pm - 9pm $150 per person to play Pickering Recreational Fastball Association Contact Michelle Murray 905.831.4016905.831.4016 Visit Our Website At www.pickeringfastball.cawww.pickeringfastball.ca REP TRYOUTS 905-579-3028 N.E. CORNER WHITES & KINGSTON 905-420-0669 UNBELIEVABLE LUNCH COMBOS Under $ 7 & 15 Min. or FREE! www.magwyerspub.com RODNEY’S OYSTER BAR Va lentine’s Edition Thurs., Feb. 12 • Reliable local back-up for Provider’s holidays or illness • Income tax receipts supplied Reliable, supervised day care at a home in your neighbourhood • Safe, comfortable environments • Exclusive “Wee Learn” program • Trained, professional Providers • Monthly unscheduled home inspections For Information: AJAX/PICKERING (905) 686-2328 A Licensed Agency You can entrust your child’s care to Wee Watch. A/P PAGE B2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Defence doesn’t rest for Knights St. Joan of Arc of Barrie take consolation at News Adver tiser hoops Classic By Al Rivett Sport Editor PICKERING — A strong defensive effort and accurate perimeter shooting went a long way for the St. Joan of Arc Knights of Barrie. But, mostly, it was the Knights' ability to thwart the offence of the Markham District High School Marauders that led them to a 67-56 victory in the consolation final of the News Advertiser/St. Mary Classic senior boys' basketball tournament on Saturday. "We had real good defensive effort from our team. I'm really proud of the way we played defensively," notes Knights coach John Grace of the team's first season of se- nior ball at the school. "We were able to hold their big guys to minimal points." The Marauders never seriously threat- ened the Knights, as St. Joan of Arc rolled out to a six-point lead at 14-8 after the first quarter, with Seb Kasiuk burying a pair of three-point shots in the quarter. The six-point bulge turned into 13 by half- time (27-14) and they continued to pour it on in the third quarter, going on a 5-0 run in the early going to take an 18-point advantage. To their credit, the Marauders refused to give up, cutting the deficit to eight points with 4:44 remaining after Markham's Matt Cole hit from three-point range. Unwilling to become unglued, the Knights continued to knock down shots and hit their foul shots en route to the victory. Kasiuk led all scorers with 27 points in the final for the Knights. Cole finished with 13 for Markham. The Knights rebounded from a close 64-59 loss to the host St. Mary Monarchs in the opener to win their consolation quarter-final game over the Senator O'Connor Blues of To r onto 59-32. In the consolation semifinal, the Knights knocked off the St. Michael's Blue Raiders 61-46. Meanwhile, the Markham Marauders dropped its opening game to the Earl Haig Haigmen 64-60, but rallied to beat the G.L. Roberts Lakers 70-59 in the consolation quarter-final tilt. In the semifinals, Markham defeated the Peterborough Colle- giate Raiders 74-56 to earn a berth in the consolation final. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Markham Marauders’ Jeremy Hwee peeks around a St. Joan of Arc Knights’ defender to deliver a pass during consolation final action at the News Advertiser/St. Mary Classic tournament on Saturday. The Knights won the title with a 67-56 victory over Markham. Howard rink to hurry hard at provincial championship FAXit to the News Advertiser: 905-683-0386We’ve got Durham covered! E-mail sports editor Al Rivett with all your sports news at arivett@ durhamregion.com The News Advertiser Local model a step closer to stardom, but has to wait until April By Jeff Hayward Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — An Ajax model is one step away from being the next face of Guess watches — but it's a step she'll have to wait three months to take. Leslie Jones was picked from a pool of more than 1,200 Canadian applicants, as well as a pool of worldwide entries late last year. The 21-year-old now sits among the remaining 15 international finalists in the 'Timeless Beauty Interna- tional Model Search,' a collabora- tive effort of Guess and Elle maga- zine. Jones heads for Switzerland for the final selection in April. "I'm thinking about taking some classes about how to walk down a runway," Jones said, adding it's probably not as easy as it looks. She also noted she's not relying on any trendy gimmicks to bring her out on top. "The original photos I sent in (to be considered) look pretty natural, they look just like I actually do," Jones said. While she started modelling at the age of 19, being in the public eye is something new to Jones. She has a promotions agency working for her, as well as a "business associate" who is scouting out opportunities. "I don't want to sign any con- tracts until I know all my options," she said. Anne Sue-Ping of Timex Canada, which markets the Guess watch label, said the search will boost the winner's career. "We were looking for someone with an irrepressible spirit, and natural sexiness," said Sue-Ping. She also noted Elle magazine is running the pictures of the 15 final- ists in April, looking worldwide for reader input. Jones admitted her family is very excited and optimistic about her chances. "They all think I'm going to be a star," she said. "It'll be weird seeing myself on billboards. "If I win, I definitely won't just be another number like a lot of other jobs." www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 PAGE B3 P Arts &Entertainment WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 N.E. CORNER WHITES & KINGSTON 905-420-0669 FREE POUND OF WINGS IF LEAFS SCORE 5 GOALS DURHAM – A Valentine's dance with a 12-piece swing band is set for Fe b. 14 at Club Loreley. The band, led by Tom Pinto, will keep dancers on their toes at the event at the club, 389 Dean Ave., Os- hawa. Admission is $8 for members, $10 for non-members. 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Local teens heat it up Coffee house and band night features five acts By Jeff Hayward Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — Young musical tal- ent is blossoming in Pickering. The City is presenting a free show Saturday, Feb. 7 showcasing Pickering bands with members 13 to 19 y ears old. The first coffee house and band night of the year is at the Petticoat Creek Library and Community Centre from 7 to 10 p.m. It won't be the first show for Kelvin Vadera, drummer for Fame Induced Apathy. "We've played seven or eight shows from Toronto to Oshawa," Vadera said. The 16-year-old is one part of a foursome. He named Travis Bark- er, of Blink 182, as his inspiration. "He's a really good drummer," Vadera said. Lindsey Brenner of the City of Pickering said she expects a pretty good turnout. "There are five bands going to be at the show, who will all bring friends," she said. "I expect there to be about 100 people showing up." Brenner said the bands actually handed in a demo tape to be se- lected for the event. Bands not in- cluded this round have another chance in April. Other musical talent featured will be Fade To Black, Dibliberty, Shift, and Unparalleled. The community center is at 470 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. For more information about the show, call Ms. Brenner at 905-420-4660, ext. 6101. Are you looking for MORE than a Job? Invest in becoming a Professional! Develop the skills required to work as a Member of the Medical Profession. Upon successful completion you may find Employment in: Medical Lab Technician Medical Lab Technician Medical Lab Technician Medical Lab Technician 419 King Street W. Oshawa Centre 905.723.1163 Hospital Physicians Office, Private Labs, or Federal or Provincial Labs Starting J a n . 2 6 Are you looking for MORE than a Job? Invest in becoming a Professional! Develop the skills required to work as a Member of the Health Profession. 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DATA MANAGEMENT/IT COORDINATOR 35 hrs per week/ 1 Year Contract $43,428 - $52,322 per annum Oshawa Community Health Centre and The Youth Centre are looking for an experienced IT professional to assume the lead role for our organizations in coordinating and providing data support, data management, and informa- tion technology functions. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years related experience, and must possess advanced skills in all aspects of administering a Windows 2000 Network Environment, developing and utilizing Access/SQL data- bases, and Netscreen VPN technology. The successful candidate will also possess advanced troubleshooting skills, experience in computer training, have a thorough knowledge of IT security and related issues, and be will- ing to travel and work from two sites (Ajax & Oshawa). Interested individuals should send a cover letter (quoting reference #IT0402) and resume, by Friday February 20, to: Hiring Committee Oshawa Community Health Centre 777 Simcoe Street South Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4K5 Fax: 905 723 3391 Email: hiringcommittee@ochc.ca Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Johnson Controls, a team oriented company dedicated to pursuing excel- lence through improvement and innovation currently have opportunities at our Whitby facility. As a world class Tier 1 automotive supplier who has been named as a Fortune 500 Company year after year, our goal is to continually exceed our customers increasing expectations. SHIFT COORDINATOR The Shift Coordinator facilitates activities associated with the manufactur- ing and shipping of quality interior assemblies. In this position, you will supervise a medium - sized group of associates and Team Leaders. Responsibilities include production scheduling, dispensing and control of material, in process and finished goods, assembly, quality control and the selection and development of associates. If you are positive, dedicated and committed to leading and enhancing a safety-oriented and team-based workplace, then we would like to hear from you. The ideal candidate for this position will have a post-secondary education and 5+ years of production supervision experience in a just-in-time, tier- one automotive manufacturing environment. Johnson Controls offers comprehensive compensation and benefits package. For immediate consideration apply directly to: Human Resources, 1555 Wentworth Street, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9T5 or email: ASG-WhitbyHR@JCI.com We are an equal opportunity employer. PA RT-TIME FACULTY Bachelor of Applied Technology Environmental Assessment & Management For more information, please visit our Web site www.flemingc.on.ca GRANITE GOLF CLUB IS LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WITH DRIVE! Granite Golf Club, built in 2000, is an exclusive 18-hole championship private golf course, complete with Practice Academy, located near Stouffville, in the To wnship of Uxbridge. The addition of our clubhouse, scheduled to open in Spring 2004, rounds out our offer- ings of the finest facilities and uncompromising service to our discerning membership. Affiliated with Granite Club, Limited, we offer the best elements of an athletic,social and family club through var- ied programs and amenities. We are currently seeking service-oriented individuals to join our 2004 team and are accepting applications for the following full and part- time seasonal positions: •Golf Course Maintenance Staff •Golf Shop Attendants •Back Shop Attendants •Starters/Marshals •Locker Room Attendants •Camp Counselors •Culinary Staff •Food & Beverage Servers & Bartenders We offer competitive wages, schedule flexibility and a fun work environment. 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Previous customer service experience would be an asset Must have excellent communication skills as well as above average problem solving abilities. Must have a pleasant telephone manner. Must be able to work in a fast paced working atmosphere A working knowledge of the transport industry would be an asset. Knowledge of the province of Québec & Ontario would be an asset. These positions offer a real sense of self satisfaction and personal achievement. If you are that person please: Fax your C.V. to 905-420-6049 or you can e-mail us at eric.lizotte@groupe-thibodeau.com. KIDS! KIDS! KIDS! ~ Ages 2 + ~ Wa nted for TV, Movies & Video Jobs! No fees!! Men/Women 16-65 yrs. Needed for same! No extras. Pa rents Call (416) 221-3829 ECE TEACHER required for day- care in Pickering area. Full time. Call Kathy at 905-831-9161. DRIVER/DISPATCHER wanted for local courier. Experience pre- ferred, with own vehicle. Call (905)697-3100. DZ DRIVERS wanted. Must pro- vide clean drivers abstract & crimi- nal search. Border crossing experi- ence a plus. Lots of work avail- able. Benefit package available to qualifying applicants. Call (905)294-1996 leave msg. ALL POSITIONS WANTED for start up, volunteer/charity musical theatre company. Positions re- quired: accompanist, light- ing/sound, set design, choreogra- pher, male vocalists. Call 905-686- 8351 or 905-428-2512. CASHIER - retail store requires head cashier full time employment. Fax resume to: 416-665-8614. EXPERIENCED sewing machine operator, Full time. Call (905)420- 6206 AZ TANKER DRIVER We Offer: •Full time employment •$19.00/hr. to $22.00/hr. •.38/mile to .42/mile •6% Performance bonus •Benefits •Co. Uniform •Ongoing training You Must Provide: •5 yrs. driving exp. •U.S. exp. •Heavy haul exp. *Propane tanker exp. not required, but must be willing to train. *Mostly Ont., but some Hwy. trips Tel: 905-426-3716 Looking for a Job? Here’s the deal on our F R E E services... • Access free services-internet, faxing and photocopying • Employment programs to help you find the job you want • Tons of job postings • Staff who can help you • Apprenticeship assistance • Career Counselling • Resume writing help • Interview techniques • Help returning to school • And More! Drop in today! YMCA Durham Employment Services 1 550 Kingston Road, Unit 16, Pickering (Valley Farm Rd. & Hwy. 2) 905•427•7670 www.ymcatoronto.org/employment M a n u f ac t u r e r o f R u b b e r & P l a s t i c P r o d u c t s Due to continued expansion WEGU Canada requires an experienced: PLASTIC MOULDING /SETUP TECHNICIAN A suitable candidate’s abilities will include: Minimum 5 years injection moulding experience. Plus minimum 2 years tool setup/trouble shooting experience. Good knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical. Excellent skills of mould construction, mould changes and engineered resins. QS9000 experience and excellent communication and computer skills. Wegu operate a 7/24 shift work pattern. Please apply by writing / fax or E-mail to: Attention: Sam Spitale WEGU Canada Inc., 1707 Harbour St. Whitby, Ontario. L1N 9G6 Fax (905) 668-3414 E-mail: sspitale@wegucanada.com C a n a d a I n c . ATTENTION: JOB SEEKERS Our 3 Day Job Club will help you find a job fast In only 3 days you will have: ● A résumé that gets you in the door ● The ability to answer tough interview questions ● The knowledge of how to access the hidden job market Our workshops are FREE!!! To register: Contact Maria or Geraldine (905)420-4010 The Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 1400 Bayly Street, Unit 12, Pickering (Near the Pickering GO station) Sponsored by Human Resources Development Canada NOW HIRING! MEGA LIQUIDATION SUPER STORE *10 Highly motivated Furniture Salespeople *10 experienced cashiers *General positions available Apply in person to: WHITBY MALL 1650 Dundas St. (at Thickson) (old Wal-Mart location) RECESSION PROOF Our company has seen tremendous growth in the last year. If you are highly motivated with a strong desire to excel give us a call. Car a must. We offer training salary with full benefits, vacation pay, great pension and more. For an interview call: Gary Gentles Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens (905)427-5416 SALES ASSOCIATES Canada's Number One Home Furnishing Retailer is now hiring Sales Associates for our Whitby Store location, for appliance and electronic sales. Appliance & Electronic sales experience not necessary. However, you must be enthusiastic, personable, presentable and willing to learn. This is a rare opportunity for career-oriented individuals to join the renowned industry leader and earn above average incomes ($40,000 to $60,000) in a friendly, stable and profitable work environment. Our benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, generous employee discounts and profit sharing, along with career growth opportunities to those who aspire to management positions. Please send your resume or apply to: Leon's Furniture 1500 Victoria St. E. Whitby, ON L1N 9M3 Please quote File # SM-201 We thank everyone who applies, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. EARN EXTRA INCOME FROM HOME - Simply hand addressing labels for our company. Send SASE Extra Income, 37-350 Camelot Crt., Oshawa Ont. L1G 6P7. Start Immediately. OSHAWA HOTEL needs weekend laundry person, hotel & laundry ex- perience preferred. ALSO Sales Manager, 6-month contract posi- tion, sales & related experience. Fax resume to 905-436-9544 Adult Route Operators for home delivery of the To r onto Star in Whitby, Ajax or Pickering. Earn up to $1100/mo. part-time. Call 1-800-804-9663 noon-8 p.m. ALL MAPLE LEAF FANS! New company is looking to fill 10-15 positions in customer service mgmt. Tr aining provided. Rapid advancement opportunities available. $400-$600 weekly. Call Lucy (905)571-4483 ARE you interested in Home De- cor? Call Gloria (Oshawa) 905-725 -6122, Kim (Pickering) 905-839- 2669 for details. Visit website www.homeinteriors.com ATTENTION SPORTS lov- ers....National based advertising firm seeks 12 sharp individuals to take part in our national sports and entertainment accounts. $450 week starting. Full paid training program and bursaries available. No telemarketing involved. Call Calen-Tyler for preliminary inter- view @ (905) 571-7346. AVERAGE $21.40+ HR Immediate Openings for Customer Relations Enumeration No experience necessary Full training provided Full Time Only Call for interview Mon-Fri 9:30am - 3pm 289-314-5413 DYNAMIC PEOPLE NEEDED Unlimited earning potential, suitable for women wanting to work from home, no quotas, free training Call now! 905-767-5074 FLORAL DESIGNER,part-time experience in weddings and sym- pathy tributes a must. Apply in per- son, 990 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby (905)579-4949 We're Growing Again!!! SALES REPRESENTATIVE Want a career in sales, not just a job? You: •Are a results-driven achiever •Have a passion about reaching your goals, love to compete and win, enjoy working hard and want to be part of an elite team of achievers •Are one who gains more satisfactions from the challenge and excitement of selling accounts...than on-going customer maintenance •Would rather sell a service...instead of high tech. We: •As per selling power magazine, ranked #20 of the top companies to sell for. •Are a 700 million international company listed on the NYSE and specializing in the uniform image business for small to major companies in all indus- tries •Care about our people and promote from within •Have been growing for over 68 years and have an exciting career path to executive management •Have in-depth training and on-going support •Offer competitive salary, commission, quarterly bo- nus, car allowance and full benefits. If you are an achiever looking for a career opportunity, send your resume including notable accomplishments to: Chris Harnett, Branch Manager Unifirst Canada Limited 1175-1 Squires Beach Road Pickering, Ontario. LlW 3V3 (905) 426-6271 Christopher_Harnett@unifirst.com Sales, Advance Commissions Work from home, F/T P/T, a needed service, no competition, established NYSE Company. Diana Thompson, O.M.C. 416-244-3312 FULL-TIME SUPERINTENDENT couple needed for high-rise com- plex in Oshawa. Duties include cleaning, maintenance, tenant re- lations and office duties. Apt. and wages included. Please apply to: File #975, Oshawa Whitby This Week, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5. 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 GLAZIER REQUIRED for win- dow/glass & door repairs/replace- ment experience & drivers license required fax resume to 416-284- 6387 HEALTH & SAFETY CO-ORDI- NATORS (2), Oshawa location. Responsibilities include: training employees in-work site safety, conducting workplace inspections, job safety analysis. Experience with Scaffolding, Manlifts, Scissor- lifts. Analyze accidents, make rec- ommendations to H & S Manager. Must have 3-5 years construction experience. Knowledge of all per- tinent legislations & acts. Previous supervisory experience. Excellent organization, planning, communi- cation and training skills. Knowl- edge of MS Office. Qualified appli- cants are req'd to fax/email their resume no later than Friday, Feb- ruary 6th, 2004 to: 519-653-5892. bwallace@hetworth.com International Careers TEACHING ENGLISH A real opportunity for adventure ! Thousands of new jobs monthly! The College of Applied Linguistics is offering a 5-day Certificate Course March 17th-21st (Evenings & weekend) Centennial College at Progress Campus. To register for the Open House, Feb. 19th,7p.m. Call: 1-888-246-6512 www.INTLcollegeof linguistics.com LIVE-IN COUPLE for part-time work.Man (preferred) to maintain large grounds and garden tractor plus handyman. Woman (pre- ferred) as housekeeper for B&B. Resume: 3120 Hwy. 7A, Black- stock, Ont. LOB1BO or phone 905 -986-5588. LOVE TO DECORATE? Want a home based business? Call Gina (Ajax) 905-426-7541 or Michelle (Oshawa) 905-767-2321 www.homeinteriors.com MOVERS REQUIRED! Drivers and helpers experienced in local and office relocations for Durham Region and the GTA. Weekends and nights required. Contractors welcome. Bonus and benefits pro- gram. Please forward resume to: Solutions in Moving P.O. Box 88, Ajax, Ont. L1S 3C2 Order Takers/ Enumeration type work $20./hr avg Bonuses Available Full training provided! Call Tom at 905-435-0518 OSHAWA Warehouse Co. looks to fill 20 F/T openings immediately. Va rious positions, full training pro- vided. $350-$450 to start. Call To- day, ask for Frank (905)571-6444 Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Ave. We T rain You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 SUPERINTENDENT required im- mediately for 18-unit apartment Complex, 76 Liberty St. South, Bowmanville. Suitable for middle- aged or retired couple able to perform physical work and minor repairs. Call (905)623-4172, Fax 905-623-2257 WA ITSTAFF Full/Part Time including weekends Bring resume in person after 11a.m. to: Joe's Sports Bar & Billiards 2200 Brock Rd. Pickering (North of Hwy #2, at Dellbrook Plaza) CHAIR FOR RENT - in nice shop, and/or hiring with full clientele. Kingston Rd. and Rougemount. Available immediately. Call 416- 473-8997. ESTHETICIAN needed immediate- ly. Theresa's Touch Day Spa, downtown Whitby. Please drop off resume at 924 Brock St., N., Whit- by or call (905)430-6060 ESTHETICIAN,with excellent cre- dentials for upscale rejuvenation clinic/spa. 25-30 hrs/wk. Fax re- sume to> 905-576-9176 or drop off to: Skin & Body Rejuvenation Clin- ic, 77 Ontario St. Oshawa FULL/PART time stylist required for busy salon in Bowmanville. Hourly wages plus commission. Benefits & paid holidays. Yearly upgrading provided. Please phone Barb or Bonnie, (905)623-6444 HAIRSTYLIST with 2+yrs. exp. that has a strong desire to work with an established team of Salon Spa professionals and are commit- ted to their craft. We would like to meet you. Bring your resume, Att: B.Tr aicheff, to ELEGANCE SALON SPA-CONCEPT AVEDA, 123 Athol Street, Whitby, Ont. L1N 3Z1 HAIRSTYLISTS wanted. Minimum 2-5 years experience. Personal Touch Hair Studio, Brooklin Town Plaza 905-655-0466. PROGRESSIVE SALON in Cour- tice, is seeking full time licensed hairstylist. Benefits, salary + com- mission.Timothy's 905-721-9810. UPSCALE & TRENDY West Hill salon has an opening for an EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST, full time position. For appt. call Rosario 416-281-2504. AUTO BODY person req'd for busy Oshawa shop. Must be li- censed. Flat rate or straight time. (905)432-7394 CRANE AND EQUIPMENT DIS- PATCHER - Durham based com- pany. Construction exp. a must. Knowledge of GTA. Must be com- puter literate. Crane exp. an asset. Email only. No telephone calls or follow-ups. resumes@dwightcrane.com GLAZIER WANTED - must have some experience. 416-891-1055 LICENSED TECHNICIAN with Tr uck & Coach, a/c & driver clean inspector & repair certified. Fax re- sume to (905)428-2660 or call cell (416)802-0475. LOCAL COMPUTER Networking company seeks a professional, ex- perienced Technician to service our business clients. The success- ful candidate must work well with clients and peers, have solid com- puter experience, effective com- munication skills, and a strong work ethic. Renumeration package includes salary and performance bonuses. Reliable vehicle re- quired. Email your resume with salary expectations to Grant at grant@csis.on.ca. MECHANIC, LICENSED required for Ajax truck and crane company. Experience with diesel engines and hydraulics an asset, but willing to train. DZ driver's license or bet- ter a definite plus. Competitive wages, benefits & uniforms. Fax resumes to (905)686-8546. POSITIONS AVAILABLE immedi- ately for Truck Mechanics, Trailer Mechanics, Welders and Mobile Service Mechanics. Competitive wages. Apply in person to 840 Colonel Sam Dr., Oshawa (905)721-2788. ADMINISTRATOR- BOOKING Agent for international production touring company based locally. Ex- perience preferred but not neces- sary. Email resume with phone number to: icp@interlinks.net BILINGUAL CUSTOMER service representative & Bookkeeper re- quired. Excellent telephone man- ner and computer skills. Friendly and upbeat. Monday-Friday, Please fax resume to 905-619- 2662. BUSY OFFICE requires mature part-time clerical, experienced in MS Office to work afternoons Mon- day - Friday. E-mail resumes to: general@consultingservices.ca DENTAL FIELD needs reception- ists. Dental seminar upgrades your skills for this rewarding career. Contact Donna at 905-655-7062 or e-mail drt_donna@rogers.com for further information. OFFICE ASSISTANT required. Must have real estate knowledge. Telephone reception, office duties, and computer skills a must. Call 905-668-6507. PA RT-TIME receptionist required for local Real Estate office. even- ings and weekends, experience preferred. Fax resume to 905-831 -8147 TRUSS AND WOOD PRODUCTS supplier requires capable individu- als for New Junior positions. Civil or architectural technology gradu- ates preferred. Port Perry. Fax: 905-985-8189. CRANE AND EQUIPMENT SALES/Co-ordinator for Ajax based rental company. Requires individual to be a motivated self- starter. Must have construction ex- perience. Crane experience an as- set. Basic computer knowledge a must. Email resumes to: resumes@dwightcrane.com ONE SALESPERSON and one leasing person required for small dealership in port Perry. No high pressures, top commissions paid. Call Don Sr. (905) 985-7354 SALES ASSOCIATE National tool company requires qualified person for their Pickering store. Must have sales experience, knowledge of wood &/or metal working. Fax resume: 905-831- 4292 Attn: Steve Etherington NORTH WHITBY General Practice requires full-time Receptionist. Ex- perience mandatory, computer lit- erate. Please reply to File #945, Oshawa Whitby This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON. L1H 7L5 PART-T IME RN NEEDED for busy family practice in Pickering. Days/evenings. Fax resume to: 905-420-0863. PHARMACIST REQUIRED,full or part-time flexible hours, Kroll, Win- dows friendly neighbourhood pharmacy. Send resume to P.O. Box 54015, Oshawa, ON L1H 8T2 PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assistant Level 2 for Orthodontic office. Or- thodontic experience preferred. Send/drop-off resume : Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St. N., Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5, or e-mail ejpong@yahoo.com SERVER REQUIRED,fine dining experience a definite asset. Please call (905) 428-9777 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential and Commercial Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" ATTN: ALL PLUMBERS Are you looking for an apprentice?? Self- motivated, mechanically inclined, hard-worker w/10 yrs exp. in plumbing (commercial/residential) References available. Call Greg weekday evenings (905)985-8829, weekends (905)987-0536 PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER- Do you have a room(s) in your home in total chaos but don't know where to start? You have found your organizing, clutter clearing angel. Please call for details, April 905-404-4656. OPEN HOUSE.Whites Rd, North of Finch, 2006 Benedictine Crt. Pickering. Saturday February 7th, 12pm.-4pm. 4-bedrooms, custom kitchen, pool, quiet Crt. $399,000. www.realestateltd.com. Call 905- 831-3119 CLASSIFIEDS 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.com FIND 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 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 04, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Hypnosis Certification Become a Certified Hynotherapist, PLUS a Certified Practitioner of Meditative Conditioning, all in one course. Learn how to use the powers of hypnosis and guided meditation to help yourself and others lose weight, stop smoking, eliminate emotional baggage and reduce stress. Program is taught by award winning trainer and best selling author, and leads to Hypnosis Certification by the National Guild of Hypnotists, the world’s largest hypnosis organization. Small local class starts Feb. 27th Call today: (905) 683-9133 Is the box on the ceiling, or on the floor? Keep looking. Perspective is everything. Do you want to change your answer? SALES POSITIONS AVAILABLE We are an import dealership in Ajax, seeking well groomed, well spoken people with excellent communication skills. This is a commission income position requiring strong selling skills. For a confidential interview please contact David or Shawn at (905)428-8888 Resume will be required at interview Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" RN's & RPN's Experienced in LTC Computer literacy an asset Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 OPENING SOON in Ajax 100 Westney Road South in the Ajax Go Station complex JOB FAIR! •Managers •Servers •Bartenders •Line Cooks •Prep Cooks •Dishwashers •Hosts/Hostesses If you are outgoing and enthusiastic come see us: We dnesday Feb. 4th & Thursday Feb. 5th from 2 PM to 8 PM P R I VATE SAL E - BEL I E V E I T !!! JUNE 2004 CLOSING Immaculate, fully renovated, 3-level backsplit. 3+1 bedrooms, 1 - 4pc. bath with therapeutic tub, 1 - 3 pc. w/shower, hardwood in eat-in kitchen, living rm/ dining room combination. Gas fireplace in rec room. Newer carpeting throughout. Interlocking patio in back yard. Private paved driveway. Close access to 401. For more info or to view call 905-576-2521, or to receive digital photos please email: ralphdruff@hotmail.com. $1 8 3 ,9 0 0 ILLUSION OF COUNTRY 3+1 bedroom 2-storey brick home backing onto woodlands in desir- able Mapleridge area of Pickering. Features include professionally fin- ished basement with bar, two car garage, 3 bathrooms with full en suite off master bedroom and main floor laundry. Recent upgrades in- clude extensive landscaping, new- er roof, high efficiency gas fur- nace, central air, central vac and freshly paved driveway. Reduced to $319,900. Evening and week- end appointments only. No agents please call 905-839-1461. OPEN HOUSE - Feb. 14th, 15th, 21st & 22nd, 2- 4 p.m. 153 George St. Newcastle. Approx. 2000 sq. ft, fully finished top to bottom. 4 bed., ensuite master + 2 baths, sep. liv- ing/dining/familyrooms, ceramic, main floor laundry, c/a, fin. base- ment, 5th bedroom in bsmt. New roof/03, 2-car garage/1-door-open- er. Paved drive/interlock walkway, front/back decks, fenced backyard. Near 401, walk to schools & down- town. $224,900. (905) 987-5069 OPEN HOUSE Sunday February 8th, 12-4 p.m. 3 Darius Harns Drive, Whitby/Brooklin. For sale by owner. Stunning modern, open concept house backs onto park. $$ upgrades $363,000. For direc- tions/inquiries call 416-888-0376 or www.BYOR.ca OSHAWA,No Money Down - OAC,newly renovated home $$ up grades. (416)347-5686 PRESTIGIOUS Rouge Valley ar- ea, 3+1 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, hardwood throughout, 2 walkouts. Completely renovated home, pro- fessionally landscaped and fenced tree line lot. Minutes walking dis- tance to Petticoat Creek Park, Rouge Beach and close to Go train. A must see! $395,000. Call 416-520-8469. NO AGENTS PLEASE. UNIQUE PROPERTY for sale. 1572 Townline Rd.N. RR#5, Oshawa, 1/4 mile north of Taun- ton, enquire within. CONDO - Oshawa Adelaide/Sim- coe. Near hospital. Large 2 bed- room, fresh, newly renovated, ex- ceptionally clean and quiet, faces west, extra large balcony, $189,000. Phone (905) 725-3152 (416)233-6449. LUXURY CONDO.WHITBY, 712 Rossland Rd. E., 2-bdrms, large terrace, balcony, 9th floor, great view, elevators, 1200sq ft. Private Sale. $259,000. Call Benton 1- 800-267-3339 INDUSTRIAL 900 sq.ft., Fox St. Oshawa. $500 monthly. Available March 1. Call 905-576-0498 or 905 -725-9503 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 $150K+ 1ST YEAR POTENTIAL!! Think it's too good to be true? DON'T CALL! 1-888-373-1715. $$1ST AND 2ND mortgages$$ Debt consolidations, purchases and renewals, refinancing up to 100% available oac. Credit issues, pre approvals, cash back, low rates, residential/commercial. Call Dennis at (289)314-1102 Visit web application at www.mortgagebid.ca $$MONEY$$100% 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages. Bad credit ok. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799 $$MORTGAGES$$Best rates available!!! lst/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 AMS ARRANGES 1st & 2nd up to 100% for any property. Self Em- ployed, bankrupts, foreclosures stopped, debt consolidation, refi- nance. Good/Bad credit all appli- cations processed. Prime Bank rates to Private Funding. Call Val Lawson 905-436-9292. Toll free 1- 877-509-5626 or Online applica- tion: www.accuratemortgages.com ATTENTION HOME OWNERS - 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. 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-BEDROOM APARTMENT in Oshawa available immediately $550/month utilities included. For further info (905)263-8129 2 BEDROOM - Rossland/Ritson. Quality newer well maintained clean quiet adult-lifestyle building. Suits retired mature working adult. $875/inclusive. March 1st. No pets. 905-720-2352. 2-BEDROOM APT.- Available Im- mediately, $750+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, references. Sam 905-709-8152. 2-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, walkout, parking, near public school & bus stop, clean & bright, separate laundry & entrance. Available immediately. Finch/Brock Rd., $750/month. No pets, no smoking. 416-568-4543. 2-BEDROOM basement, sauna, Jacuzzi, separate entrance, $1100/month all inclusive, first/last. Available April 1st. No smok- ing/pets. Near all amenities. Call 905-686-5782. 212 MONTRAVE AVE.- large 2 bedroom apt. in upper level of trip- lex. Clean, bright, spacious. Newly renovated hardwood floors. New windows, roof and fridge. Laundry, parking, near O/C/401. Suit quiet person. No pets. Avail. March 1st/first/last. $800/mo.+hydro. (905)436-3379 534 Mary St. Whitby. Bachelors, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms. Clean quiet low-rise building. Park-like setting, balconies, on-site laundry, close to downtown. Bus at front door.(905)666-2450. www.realstar.ca NORTH OSHAWA,nearly new ex- clusive 4-plex. 3-bdrms 1600sq ft., balcony, a/c, private garage, suit- able 2 professional people. No smoking/pets, $1200/mo + utilities. March 1st. (905)725-0162 AJAX - 2 BEDROOM basement seperate entrance, laundry, park- ing, no pets/smoking. Feb. 8th, $775. inclusive. One bedroom, basement, $725 incl. April lst. (905) 686-8104, (905) 767-2642. AJAX - 3-bdrm main floor apt w/hardwood floors, bright & spa- cious, 4 appliances, Jacuzzi tub, close to all amenities, 2-car park- ing, $1100/mo + 1/2 utilities, avail. February 1st. Richard - Days 416-865-7865 Eve/wknds 905-686-9662 AJAX - one bedroom basement apt. 4 appliances, 1 parking, own entrance. Available immed. . $800/mo- inclusive. 905-426-7341 AJAX - Oxford Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, close to shopping, GO. Pool, sauna. 3-bdrm $1065/mo, avail March 1st. (905)683-8421 AJAX Basement Apt, $795, two Bedrooms, walk-in closet. Bus stop, GO, Stores, School, park on walking distance, newly built, No Pets. First/Last, references. (905)686-2993 AJAX HARWOOD/KINGSTON Renovated 1 bedroom Basement Apt Separate Entrance, fridge,stove, shared laundry $750.00 per month, includes hy- dro, water, gas, central air, parking 416-497-5126 AJAX, 2-BEDROOM apartment, recently renovated, $1000 monthly all inclusive. Available March 1st. Call (416)567-6559. AJAX,3-bdrm main floor apt., nicely decorated, h/w floors, 5 ap- pliances, eat-in kitchen, 2-car parking $1175+ 1/2 utilities. Avail. Feb.1st. Call Mike days 905-427- 4077 ext. 24, evenings 905-442- 0020. AJAX,one bedroom, spacious, walk-out basement apt., bright liv- ingroom, kitchen ,eat-in area, suits a couple, 1-parking, laundry, $800 inclusive. avail. Mar.1, no pets/smoking. (905)428-8478. ALEXANDRA PARK,1+2 bed- room newer apt., "Old charm build- ing." Totally renovated, new kitch- ens, baths, hardwood floors. In house laundry, intercom. Park view. Near Hospital. (905)579- 9439. ALL NEW,available now, two apartments, one bedroom $675 + $750. all inclusive, downtown Oshawa. Please leave message 905-434-7012. 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 $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $ 1,000. Call (905)767-2565 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,clean walk-out, 1-bedroom. basement apartment, separate entrance, Gas Fireplace, parking. No pets/smoking, $750/month inclusive. Available April 1st. Call (905)433-9851 BOWMANVILLE,Waverley area, 2 bedroom, separate entrance, non-smoking, first & last. Available March 1. $700 inclusive. 905-623- 0157. snp 310-CASHCALL PAYD AY LOANS Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 2 2 7 4 Where every day is Payday! RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. 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.a j a x a p a r tme nts .c o m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. BROCK RD./MAJOR OAKS,large 2 bedroom basement apt, seper- ate entrance private laundry, 1 parking, first/ last, credit check, im- mediatley. occupancy available $925./mo, (905)619-2495 after 6pm. CENTRAL OSHAWA,2-bedroom apartment, adult lifestyle, small, well maintained building, residen- tail street. Hardwood floors, laun- dry, No pets, 1 parking. $795 plus hydro. March 1. Call 416-816- 8596. CENTRAL WHITBY - clean bright spacious one bedroom basement apt. Single adult preferred. No pets. $725/all inclusive. First/last. Avail. immediately. (905)263-4125 CHURCH ST./HWY. 2 -Large 2-bedroom available March lst. in clean, quiet bldg. $1000/mo inclu- sive with parking and new appli- ances. 905-426-1161 CHURCH/HWY 2.Immaculate 3 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/shopping. Go. (416) 444- 7391 Ext. 241 CLEAN 1 BEDROOM $790 month, utilities included. Simcoe and Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for and appointment. (905)579-9890. CLEAN 2-BEDROOM upper floor, quiet triplex. Large kitchen, patio doors, w/out, 10x10 deck. Newer fridge/stove. 4-pc bath, laundry fa- cilities. Parking for 2. No-smok- ers/pets. Approx 1000-sq/ft. Avail March 1. $840/mo+hydro. For appt (905)432-0082. CLEAN WALKOUT one bedroom basement, south Whitby, includes 4 appliances, cable, one parking. Minutes to hwy and shopping. $675 inclusive. (905)728-5514 CLEAN, attractive, and cozy one bedroom lower level apt. Close to O.C.Single preferred. Pets & smoking not preferred. Avail. Feb- ruary. First/last. $675. 905-436- 9793. CLEAN,warm one bedroom, walk to O.C., coin laundry, parking, large backyard, use of BBQ, no smoking. Pets allowed. $750/mo.(no last) or $650/mo.(1st/last)+ hydro. Avail. Feb. 1st. (905)579-7655 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. Courtice Area,spacious 1-bed- room basement apt. (furnished/un- furnished) 5min. from 401. NO PETS/SMOKING. Abstainers only. Parking, own entrance available March 1st. $750/mo./all inclusive. First/last required. (905)434-5475 COURTICE,2-bedroom apt., on upper level of house, new carpets, appliances and paint. Parking, all inclusive. $1150 monthly. First/last. No pets. Call (905)665- 1905. DOWNTOWN WHITBY 2 bedroom apt, $895 includes heat, hydro, air, 1 parking, laundry facility. No pets Avail immediately. First/last Refer- ences. (905)430-8327 FAMILY WANTED,Taunton/Sim- coe. Available March 1st. 3-bed- room condo. Laundry and park- ing, faces courtyard, close to all amenities. No smoking/pets, $1000/month plus utilities. Call 905-579-2537 KING AND HARMONY -Small one bedroom apt. suitable for one person avail. immediately. $625/ month, utilities included. No pets/smoking. Call 905-579-3328, Mon.-Fri., 8:30-4:30p.m. LARGE 2-BDRM APT.Avail now. Completely redone, fridge, stove, laundry facilities. Close to Oshawa Centre. $750/mo + hydro. First/last. No pets. Call 905-431- 7762. LARGE 2-bedroom Ade- laide/Thornton, Oshawa, air, cable, laundry, parking, no-smok- ing/pets., suitable for working couple, $900 inclusive, first/last, ref. Available. March 1. (905)436- 8802.. NE OSHAWA,Harmony/Adelaide. One bedroom basement apart- ment, seperate entrance, gas fire- place, all inclusive. Non smoker, no pets, $680 month. Suitable for female. Leave message at (289)314-4070 NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE - Spa- cious bright 3 bedroom apt. avail- able immediately. $945/mo in- cludes utilities, first/last required. Betty Crook, RE/MAX Ability 905- 434-7777. NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE, Bright Newly renovated 2-bdrm bsmt, separate entrance, cable, solari- um, own laundry facilities, large yard, 1-parking, $950/month inclu- sive. Avail. immediately. First/last, references. 905-571-0631. NORTH OSHAWA - 2 bedroom from $825 inclusive, Oshawa 2 bedroom, clean, parking, laundry from $750., Whitby - 2 bedroom, clean 6 plex, parking, from $795. (416) 818-3886 or (905) 686-0470 OSHAWA - near Oshawa Centre, 1 bedroom, basement, parking, no pets, no smoking, near bus route, $700. month, first, last, references, available Feb. 1. 905-259-1132. OSHAWA - Park and Adelaide, nice 3-bedroom $975 all inclusive. No dogs, first/last. Avail. immedi- ately. . Call 905-571-1537 or 905- 432-1521. OSHAWA 1 bedroom $150/week- ly. Clean quiet, parking, applianc- es, utilities included. Available Feb.lst or later. 905-579-5927 leave message. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM apart- ment, top floor of home, near main bus route, $700/month, first/last re- quired, utilities included, no pets. 905-725-7321 ext 13. between 9-3, Mon-Thurs. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM,2-storey 1200sq.ft. apartment, private back- yard, parking, entrance front/rear, 150sq.ft. deck, laundry facilities. Immediately, $1050/month inclu- sive. No pets preferred. Dave (905)436-7524, Sam (905)571- 0554 OSHAWA 3 bedroom, main floor house, near lake heated shop/gar- age, deck, laundry facilities, shred yard, parking for 2, non smok- er/pets, $1150 inclusive, avail Apr.1. 905-728-0020. OSHAWA extremely large, clean 1000sq.ft. 1-bedroom. Elegant, stylish, 10ft. ceilings, 5 appliances, c/air, ceramic kitchen/ bath, hard- wood floors, PET OWN- ERS/SMOKERS NEED NOT AP- PLY. Immediate. (905)259-7118 OSHAWA KING/RITSON large 1-bedroom on top floor of house, close to downtown, $700/mo inclu- sive, parking, laundry. Avail. March 1st. (905)431-3980 OSHAWA NEAR GM - clean, quiet, basement, hydro/cable/inter- net, bathroom incl. Shared kitchen, laundry, phone. No parking. Work- ing mature gentleman preferred. $425 first/last 416-888-4905 OSHAWA near Oshawa Centre. 3-BEDROOM upper level of home, $950 plus utilities. 1-BEDROOM basement apartment $700 plus utilities. Call (905)436-6824 OSHAWA, 3-BEDROOM very clean, freshly painted, ample park- ing, extemely large yard, available immediately. Located in residential area. NO PETS/NO SMOKERS 905-259-7118 OSHAWA,just renovated,1-bed- room, parking, $700 inclusive. First/last and references required. Available immediately. Call (905)432-9045 OSHAWA,near O.C. 2 bdrm. Clean, quiet & secure bldg. Avail. immediately. $790+up. First & last. No dogs. 905-434-5225 OSHAWA, Newly renovated Bach- elor, separate entrance, parking, backyard, $500/month inclusive non-negotiable. Avail. March 1st. No pets. First/last required. Also 1 bedroom $650+hydro, March 1st. (416)996-2022 OSHAWA,quaint, 1-bedroom apartment. Large country kitchen, porch, parking, coin laundry, bus at doorstep, non-smoker only. $675 plus hydro. first/last (905)786 -2413, cell 905-431-3829 OSHAWA,Spacious sparkling 1-bdrm, main floor of quiet house, avail. immediately. $690/mo inclu- sive, 1-parking, private entrance. First/last. (416)284-7502. OSHAWA-4-BEDROOM 1ST/2ND LEVEL OF SEMI. 1-1/2 baths, 3 appliances, parking, fenced yard, custom kitchen with walk out to deck, Close to amen- ities and lake, $1275. include util- ities and cable, available March/April 1st, no pets, first/last/credit check. (905)728- 9906 after 6pm. PICKERING -1 bdrm. basement apt. Whites Rd./401, separate en- trance, parking, no pets/smoking. $750 all inclusive. Avail. March 1. Call 905-420-6464. PICKERING - 1-bedroom base- ment apartment. Bayly/Liverpool close to GO, 401 and mall. No smoking or pets. $725/month. Call (905)420-5873 PICKERING - 2 Bedroom base- ment apt. Freshly painted. No smoking/no pets. Sep. entrance. Available Feb. 15/March 1st. C/air, cable, parking, $875/inclu- sive. West Shore/Bayly, Pickering. Close to all amenities. 905-421- 9919 or 416-642-6726.. PICKERING - new sunny large one bedroom apt. Parking, laun- dry, a/c, no pets/smoking. Avail. now. $850/inclusive. (905)420- 1896 PICKERING - Rouge Valley, quiet one bedroom, large livingroom, sep. entrance, fridge, stove, park- ing, a/c, clean, 3 min. walk to lake/park. No smoking/pets. Cable.. $750/mo. (905)509-0090 PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM apart- ment, fully furnished, TV, cable, separate entrance. Walking dis- tance to PTC. $800 monthly. Available immediately. Non-smok- ers, no pets. Call (905)839-2238 PICKERING,Brock/Hwy#2. Big, beautiful 2-bedroom walkout base- ment apartment. Bright and clean, strictly no smoking/pets. Suit working couple, references, first/last, $875/inclusive. March 1st. 905-686-1650. PICKERING,Whites Rd/Hwy #2, 2-bdrm bsmt, March 1st. Spa- cious, a/c, laundry, parking, separ- ate entrance, no pets/smoking. Suit working couple/person. First/last/references. 1 person- $900/mo, 2 people-$950/mo inclu- sive. (905)420-8584 PICKERING,WHITES/401, large 2-bedroom basement, seperate entrance, 4 appliances, security, laundry, C/Vac/C/A., parking. No smoking/pets, First/last, referenc- es, $900+. Avail. immediately (905)420-9949 WHITBY GARDEN/ROSSLAND - 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, $860/mo. in- cludes heat/water/hydro. No smok- ing/pets. Available March 1. 905- 665-5248, cell 416-254-2417 PICKERING-2 bedroom, newly renovated, separate entry, full bath, 4 appliances, cable, laundry 1 car parking. No pets/smoking, available immediately, $825, inclu- sive. (905)426-4723, (416)910- 4729. PORT PERRY--3-bedroom apart- ment in quiet building. No pets. $905 +utilities. Call Garry 905-982 -0826 or 905-243-4700 SIMCOE / BOND Spacious 1 bed- room, $660 +hydro. Available Feb. 1st. Laundry fac. on-site, parking. Call 905-434-7931 SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Seniors Discounts Call (905)728-4993 THICKSON RD./401 - Huge brand new one bedroom basement apt. with sep. entrance, eat in kitchen, own laundry. Parking, utilities and satellite TV included. Must see! Available March 1st. $800/mo. 905-728-7342 WHITBY - Dundas and Brock, Main floor of triplex - 2 bedrooms, fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. Feb. $975/all inclu- sive/month. (905)983-9082. WHITBY - LARGE APARTMENT, secluded, one bedroom, eat in kitchen, private entrance, car port parking, laundry, $850 inclusive. Available anytime. No smok- ing/pets. First/last, references, (905) 666-7529 WHITBY - one bedroom basement apt. Sep. entrance, includes heat, water/hydro, cable. No pets. Park- ing. No smoking. $565/mo. Call (905)668-3364 WHITBY ONE BEDROOM base- ment apartment, $800 per month inclusive. Parking, laundry includ- ed. March lst. 2 bedroom, parking, laundry included. $850. April lst. Both newly renovated. James (905) 686-7265. 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,bright 2-bdrm bsmt, separate entrance, full bathroom, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shopping, $925/mo inclu- sive. Avail. March 1st. Call Mike days 905-427-4077 ext. 24, even- ings 905-442-0020. WHITBY,Garden/Dundas. Very spacious 1-bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, parking, full kitchen, shared laun- dry, renovated bathroom. No pets/smoking, $900+, first/last, available immediately. 905-444- 9392. WHITBY,stunning, luxury 1-bed- room apartment, separate en- trance, parking, fireplace, A/C new appliances, separate laundry, new- ly carpeted. Near tran- sit/GO/401/Shopping. 20mins to Scarborough. No pets/smoking. $800 plus 1/2-utilities. March 1st. (905)430-3483 WHITBY-2 bedroom, $860. 3 bedroom $950., Feb. lst. Office hours 9 - 5 Monday - Friday & 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Monday-Thursday. (905)665-7543 AJAX LAKEFRONT gorgeous, ex- ecutive 3 bedroom condo town- house for rent. Security, pool and rec complex. No smoking/pets. $1500 plus utilities. April or May 1st. 905-619-1950. AJAX, 2-BEDROOM condo, bright, spacious kitchen excellent view, ensuite laundry, 2 baths, available immediately, $1350/mo. Westney/Hwy 2. First/last, refer- ences/credit-check. (905)619-2791 PICKERING PARKWAY - 3 bed- rooms, 1 1/2 baths, one-parking, ground floor, avail. Feb. 15/04. New low price - $1295/mo+hydro. View at www.tinyurl.com/x89y 416 -270-1213. A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $950/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, Oshawa, 4 appliances, freshly painted, new floor, $l,l50 plus util- ities. Available immediately. Tele- phone (905)433-1632 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 A1 - 3 Bedroom bungalow with garage, in great family neighbour- hood, near OC and buses. Large backyard, Appliances/laundry in- cluded. $1275/inclusive. Avail. March 1/sooner. (905)424-1113 AJAX - 4 bedroom, 5 appliances, large yard with inground pool, de- tached garage, $1500+. (705)444- 7393 AJAX HARWOOD/KINGSTON Spacious main and second floor 3-bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, family room with w/o to large deck and gazebo, fridge, stove, dishwasher, shared laundry $1,500/mth, in- cludes hydro, water, gas, c/air, parking & garage. 416-497-5126. AJAX,bungalow, main floor, hos- pital area, 2-bdrms, 2-parking, laundry, backyard, garage, all util- ities & cable incl. Walk to schools, buses. First/last. $1150/mo. March 1st. (905)686-4703 AJAX,spacious 3-bdrm house, 4 appliances, 2-parking, h/w floors, walk-out deck, $1550-inclusive Avail immed. Call (905)426-7341 AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY #2, 2400sq ft 4-bdrm house, main & upper floors, huge familyroom, kitchen, deck & backyard, 3 bath- rooms, opposite bus stop, $1400+. Avail. April 1st. No smoking/pets. Call daytime 416-822-5043 or evenings 905-686-5655 BOWMANVILLE,401. 3-bedroom, full basement, finished garage, new ceramic/carpet/fixtures, com- pletely re-painted, incredible loca- tion. $1200 plus utilities,available now, references required. No pets. Call 1(800)361-3228 or evenings 905-396-5333. CUTE AND COZY 2 bedroom bungalow on 4 acres available im- mediately. Minutes from hwy 7. Brooklin. Call (905) 434-7235. Ref- erence and credit check. $l,200 per month plus utilities. LAKEVIEW PARK OSHAWA- 2+2 bedroom raised bungalow, newly renovated, summer kitchen, no dogs, references, $975 plus utilities. 905-435-2433 QP assumes no liability when using service.18+.FM/04. 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! LIVE CHAT! LIVE CHAT! Outside Oshawa,call 1-888-482-8282 FREE Quit Smoking Group for Women Tuesday Feb. 10 - March 16, 2004 7:00 - 8:30 pm Whitby Mall Registration is required. Call Durham Region Health Department (905) 723-8521 ext. 2125 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2125 INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD -safe home envionment -programming - personal attention -receipts - full or part-time -caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections -Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 OSHAWA,bright, spacious two storey, three bedroom semi. Quiet street, fenced backyard, parking, economical heating, a/c, pets ne- gotiable. Available March 28, $899 plus utilities. (647)227-7715. OSHAWA.2-bedroom bungalow, near shopping centre, available March 1st. No pets, $1100. 905- 728-4372. PICKERING WHITES/FINCH. 4-bdrm newly renovated dream upper, 2 1/2 baths, garage, 5-appliances, deck, lr/dr/fr w/fire- place. $1700+. No smoking/pets. 416-657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca PICKERING,ALTON/HWY #2, 4 bedroom executive home backs on ravine, quiet court, appliances, im- mediate, $1750 plus, Condolyn Management (905)428-9766. SOUTH AJAX - Pickering Beach, steps to Lake, completely renovat- ed bungalow, 2 + 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, finished basement/ laundryroom, 5 appliances, No smoking/pets. $1300+Util/month. Avail. March 1st. 905-706-6558. WHITBY,3 bedroom main floor bungalow, hardwood floors, large treed yard, great area, close to downtown, 5 appliances, parking, laundry, suit professional couple. References. No pets, $l,l00 plus heat, March lst. (905)985-3355 WHITBY,Garrard/Hwy #2 lovely clean 2-bedroom, huge private lot fireplace, security, deck, base- ment. $1265 plus utilities, Mar.1. Double car garage (905)576-5191 or 905-767-6704. Whitby-3/bdrm main floor house nice, quiet neighbourhood, park- ing. $1200/month all inclusive: hy- dro/heat/gas/water, cable/laundry. Large backyard/storage shed. 2- min. transit, close to all amenities. No pets. Avail. March 1. 905-665- 3082 1,200 SQ.FT New Townhouse, minutes from 401@Harmony. 2 large bedrooms, 5 appliances, 12x12 deck. $1200 utilities includ- ed First/last, references required. Available Mar 1st. Call 905-433- 8014 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. Fri. 7-9 p.m. OSHAWA,Be a part of a commu- nity in a community. Now accept- ing applicants for 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses at Hillcrest Heights. Call 905-576-9299. Please, no calls after 9pm. 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. BOWMANVILLE Available Feb 15th or March lst. Beautiful 2200 sq.ft. home to share. Laundry and parking. $500/month utilities in- cluded. No pets. (905)697-7010. BROCK/TAUNTON - 2 rooms for rent in luxurious home. Includes own TV, share all facilities, $500/mo. inclusive. Parking. Call (905)444-9496 or 905-442-1521 Jenny. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY,near GO. Furnished or unfurnished room, share kitchen/bathroom. Parking, cable, $420/mo inclusive. Prefer single female. No smoking/pets. Avail. immediately/Feb. 1st. (647)888-3857 PICKERING -Roommate wanted, female preferred, non-smoker. Three bdrm. apt. at Rougemount Dr./Hwy. 2. Directly on GO bus route. Bedroom plus access to kitchen/bathroom/livingroom. Call 905-509-5891. TWYN RIVERS/ALTONA bed/sit- ting room, private ensuite. Execu- tive home, suit young prof. Cook- ing, laundry & parking facilities. $600/mth. (905)509-3817 after 6/weekends. 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 WHITBY,Brock/Rossland, large bed/sittingroom, own bath, light cooking, parking, cable and laun- dry. Suitable for clean, quiet work- ing person, no smoking/pets. Available immediately. $485/inclu- sive. (905)666-1460 3 PEOPLE to share 4 bedroom bungalow, close to Durham col- lege, $500 per person, per month, utilities divided equally 4 ways. Av ialble Feb. lst. (905)720-1524, or cell (905) 626-4666 AJAX,share full house by lake, with 1-female. Private bedroom, cable, laundry, parking, C/A, stor- age, large yard. No smoking, first/last required, $500/inclusive. Call 905-428-6792 BEDROOM for rent in house. Bowmanville. Close to everything. Par king included. Share house with two adults and a dog. $475/month inclusive. First/last. Please leave msg. (905)623-2147 HOUSE TO SHARE in Central Oshawa, close to bus and amen- ities. $425/mo. available March 1st, first & last. call(905)725-6627. LADIES PREFERRED - rooms for rent, shared accommodation, laun- dry, kitchen, cable. Harwood/Bay- ly, Ajax. $$400/month. No pets/smoking, (905)427-5340 for more info. LOOKING for 1 roommate to share brand new house. Parking, laundry. Harwood/Bayly area. $450/month. Available immediate- ly. No pets. (905)426-2272 WORKING PERSON to share full use of new large Chemong lake- front home on 2/3 acre and snow- mobile trail. 15 minutes north of Peterborough. Includes private bedroom with own express vu and bathroom, No pets/non smoker. lst/last, $800 per mo. or will nego- tiate for light housekeeping duties or office help. (705) 657-2525 1990 SKI DOO MX trail machine, reverse, extra long tract, silver, new parts, excellent running condi- tion. 8,400 km. Asking $1500. Call (905)728-8681 1997 FORMULA 500 SKI-DOO, excellent condition, red, upgraded suspension, new studs, ski-skins, hand and thumb warmers, tinted wind screen, $2,800. Call 905-697 -1699, ask for Mike. Answers & Psychic Advice by phone. $2.99/min. 18+ 905-666-5848 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. THE SINGLES NETWORK - networking/speed dating events. Call now 905-24-4-LOVE (5683) FILIPINA Nanny/housekeeper, live -in/out. available. No fee to em- ployers. Amah Intl. 416-221-3303 ECE and her assistant would like to take care of your children. Fun activities, daily outings, hot meals, fenced yard, no pets. Close to Va ughan Willard School. Call Irene (905)837-0315 ECE TRAINED,17 yrs.+ experi- ence, mother of 2, CPR/First Aid Loving home environment, with fun and educational activities. Whites/Finch area. References available. Call 905-831-2841. FINCH/LIVERPOOL area, mother of 2 providing loving daycare in home. 13 years exp. first aid & CPR 905-837-2042 WHITES RD/STROUDS LANE. Mother of 2 has full-time/part-time space available for children ages infants+. Large play area. Lunch/snacks included. Near parks. Receipts issued. (905)420- 0940 TUTORING Gr. 10 Literacy Test Do you need help writing/re-writing your Gr. 10 literacy test? Expert preparation by; ● a Certified Ontario teacher ● an E.S.L. specialist, ● an experienced EQAO marker. Take t he worry out of October! Phone to enroll (905)839-2400 PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222 2 INBED TRUCK SALTERS,1 highway salter, 10 hp. Briggs. needs conveyor chain. 1 Fisher salter, good condition, needs mo- tor. Will sell separately. Asking $2300 obo. Call Craig 905-985- 0294. 2 OAK TWIN sized captains beds with mattress' 1 oak night stand 1 chest of drawers. Excellent Condi- tion hardly used. $700 obo. Call Hasan Jaffry after 6:30pm 905-509 -4546. A King pillowtop mattress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. EXHIBITORS WANTED for the 8th Metro East Spring Home & Garden Show March 5, 6, 7 at the new Pickering Markets Trade Centre. For more info: 905-426-4676 Susan O'Brien, ext 229 sobrien@durhamregion.com Lisa Matthews, ext 227 lmatthews@durhamregion.com VENDORS NEEDED (SPRING SHOW) Oshawa Home Show held at the Civic Auditorium March 26 to March 28 ********************************* Whitby Home Show held at Whitby Iroquois Sports Complex April 16 to April 18. To book your space: 905-579-4400 Devon ext. 2236 or Wendy ext. 2215 If you see Brian Chandler on Fri., Feb. 6/04 Wish him a “H a p p y 4 8 t h B i r t h d a y ” (F a r m e r E d ) Love always, Shirley, Tammy, Danny, Tanya & Dylan, Ashlie & Jamie XOXO Smokey & Tigger ACCUCISER - Circulation Mas- sager. Be healthy and stay healthy by Accucising. Call Barbara 905- 985-9020. 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 MAHOGANY buffet $600; dresser-hutch $75; pine kitchen buffet-hutch $150; oak din- ing-table/chairs $500; oak coffee & end-tables $150; wood shelving $25. 905-427-2079. 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 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 CARPETS, hardwood, lami- nate. Buy from wholesaler, good prices. Monthly payments O.A.C. Thick twist Saxony-0.88/sq.ft., Hardwood 3 1/2 x3/4-$4.49. 100% Satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate-Dennis 905-424-4123. BOARD room table, black, oval, 10'x5' very solid, slightly used plus 12 chairs, leather, optional. Will sell separately or together. Asking $4000. Phone Iris (905)420-7335 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. COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Complete systems, Internet ready: P2/350 only $219 P3/450 only $299. Oth- er systems available. CD-RW up- grade only $50. Interac, Visa & Mastercard accepted. Layaway Plans. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block East of Park & Bond). www.bitsandbytestech.com Call 905-576-9216. 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) DININGROOM 13 piece cherry, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, server, dove- tail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $3000. 416-746-0995 DON'T MISS OUR SPECIAL at PINE RIDGE PACKERS. 40 lb. of steaks, roasts and hamburger. Gov't. inspected, aged for 14 days. $120. per order. Book Now!! 905- 986-4932. STORE HOURS: Mon. to Fri. 8-5 p.m.; Saturday 8-noon. DRAFTING TABLE and chair. Ex- cellent condition. $200.00 firm. Call (905)839-5511. GENERATOR, 5000 watt. Get ready for the big winter blackout. Runs several electric heaters and appliances. Comes with instruction manual $850. 905-432-4434. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 LADIES DIAMOND earrings for sale. Total weight .33 carat. $300. (905)-837-9213 MOVING SALE:wall unit, sofa ta- ble, end tables, antique tables, fur- niture, crystal, oil paintings, nic nacs, and much more. Call (905)683-4829 MOVING:Chesterfield & chair, computer desk, stove, 2 glider chairs, fridge, queen bed, single bed, other assorted pieces, some dishes. Call (905)433-2541 MOZART upright piano good con- dition, stool with Eagle glass feet. $650 call (905)797-2998. 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 SNOWBLOWER,5hp Viking, runs great $200. Call 905-668-1471 ONTARIO BEEF - grain fed, gov't. inspected, cut to your satisfaction. Order by side, split side or whole. @ $1.83 lb. cut & wrapped. 705- 432-3031. 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 POOL TABLE,Cliff Thornburn An- niversary solid oak rail & legs, slate top. 4x8, accessories includ- ed. $2,000. call (905)665-1983. RETIRING,500,000 Greeting Cards, fill a bag $5.00. 1500/5 cents each, lot price $15,000. 2 days only, Sat, Jan. 24 & Sun. Jan 25. at Courtice market, building 3, 401 - Courtice Rd. 2 lights north. or call (905)697-2412. SOFA & LOVESEAT excellent condition, less than 2 years old. Neutral tones. $1000/set. (905)668 -2858 LOOKING for 1 set of good condi- tion cross country skis and equip- ment. Skis 210cm., boots size 10. One pair size 6 ladies boots to fit 3 prong skis. Please call 905-404- 8676 ask for Hope or leave mes- sage. WANTED COMIC BOOKS, pre 80's. Will trade or pay cash. Con- tact Moe (416)677-0825 WANTED TO BUY - Car carri- er/roof topper for a minivan in good condition. CAll 905-665- 7684/ VENDORS WANTED - For the Bowmanville Home Show. April 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 2004 Call Aubrey Rees at 905-623-7632. AAA-Lakeridge Farm Firewood, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for tree work and lot clearing. 905-427- 1734. 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 BASIC DOG TRAINING for dogs of all ages. TURSO DOG TRAIN- ING 905-797-2855 Port Hope, Oshawa 905-432-8313. BERMESE Mountain Dog Puppies 5 weeks old, 7 males, 3 females, first shots, vet inspected, home raised, $650 (905)683-4038 BLACK LAB/Border Collie Cross, male, 8 months old. All shots up-to -date. Excellent with children. $100. Call (905)426-6291. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS for sale, 2 females, 5 males. Ready to go. $500 each. Oshawa. (905)720-9934 PUPPIES,Boston Terriers, Schnauzer, Golden Retrievers, Shitzu, Cocker Spaniels, Yorkie Pom, Dashhound Chihuahua, Poodle, Shelties, Great Danes, Pit Bulls, Pekingese, Kingcharles Ca- vaier, Rottweiller. (Collie-X's, Sheppard-X's, Lab-X's $175 each). Kittens, Himalayan's & Persians. 905-831-2145. Grooming Services available. SOFT-COATED WHEATON Terri- er puppies, home-raised, gorgeous Teddy bears. Parents on-site. Ready to Go! Call 905-430-0531. BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHY makes great Valentines gifts. Evenings (905)773-0597 or marshts@hotmail. com Studio or your home. 1993 CAVALIER,maroon, 4 dr, auto, 264K hwy kms, well main- tained, runs well, needs some mech work, $950 as is obo. (905)665-8582 Mark. 1993 MAZDA PRECIDIA MX3, au- to, V6, 2 dr, am/fm cass., pw, pl, p.sunroof, 200K, $3800 certified/e- tested. 905-434-0392 1994 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE, tilt, cruise, pw, pdl, very clean, 180,000 kms, certified with incred- ible e-test reading. $3,400 or b.o. (905)571-5138 1996 EAGLE VISION -3.5L, 140k, loaded, excellent condition, certi- fied, $4000. Call 905-987-6926. 1996 MERCURY Sable, fully load- ed wagon, leather, tinted windows, cassette stereo. Winter Alloy tires/rims, $2,900 certified & E- tested. (905)623-7836 1996 NEON $2899; 1995 Saturn $2899; 1992 Voyageur $2299; 1991 Ranger dual fuel $2499; oth- er cars from $1699+up certified & e-tested. Kelly & Sons since 1976. (905)683-7301 or 905-428-1879 1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, p.w,pdl, air con, am/fm CD stereo, certified, e-tested. 167,000 km, $4500. (905)767-0397 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 04, 2004, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com PUBLIC AUCTION Kahn Auction Centre Estate & Consignment Our Specialty 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. 'BIG ORANGE BARN" Thurs. Feb. 5th, 6:30 P.M. Start - 4:30 P.M. Preview ANTIQUES - Collection of vintage pine from county home as follows: pine flat to wall cupboard, french Canadiana 2 pc. hutch, small pine bookcase, vintage pine church pew, french (Quebec) armoire, old pine wood box, Bavarian desk, weigh scale coffee table mint condition, needlepoint antique chair, burled walnut cedar chest, turn of century round pedestal table with 3 leaves, mission oak desk, 2 old parlour tables, circ. 1870 cherry gateleg table with matching bureau, 2 sets of nesting tables, quality oak sideboard, old 6 pc. wicker set, circ. 1930's walnut bedroom suite with double bed, Knechtel 8 pc. mah. dining set, barley twist coffee table, old rocker, too many items to list. This will be a great selection of antiques available. NEW FURNITURE:pick of 4 new bedroom sets, 7 pc. Louis Phillipe, sleigh bed with armoire bedroom, 7 pc. carved 4-poster bed cherry, Thomasville finish country style post bed set, inlaid cherry sleigh bed with 2 night stands, chest, triple dresser and mirror, all with brand new pillowtop box spring and mattresses availabl e. DININGROOM SETS:cherry 9 pc. inlaid colonial set and other quality diningroom sets from local homes. ART WORK AND DECORATIVE ART:New selection of quality including Bateman, Group of 7, Walter Campbell, Noval Morriseau, and others, professionally framed. This sale will also have lots of old and new china, collectables and decorative arts. For more info. or for consignment please call 905-683-0041 AUCTIONEERS - Victor Brewda & Anthony Wagler (Members of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) ART AUCTION Sunday February 8, 2004 12:00 noon Preview 1:00 pm Auction start Newcastle Town Hall Corner of Hwy#2 & Mill St. Exit 401 at Mill St. One exit east of Hwy 35/115 Fe aturing Today's Most Popular Artists: Robert Bateman, Trish Romance, A.J. Casson, James Lumbers, Doug Laird, Laura Berry Plus many more!!125 Pieces in all! There are over 40 new Images in this auction Don't miss out. All limited Edition Prints are conservation framed using acid free materials and wood frames No buyers Premiums!! All 3 major credit cards accepted Don't miss this opportunity to get your Valentine that Special Gift For more information call: Images 21 Inc. 905-839-1756 AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE NEWTONVILLE Thursday, Feb. 5th, 6 p.m. Selling the contents from a Bowmanville an d Newcastle home: Queen sofa bed, 2 pc. ches- terfield, dining room suite w/server, occ. ta- bles, ant. chairs, rocker, piano stool, 5 pc. co- lonial kitchen dinette suite, 5 pc. dinette, breakfast table and chairs, 3 pc. db. bedroom suite, walnut dresser and 3/4 bed, mans chev- robe chest, entertainment unit, totem pole, ar- tifacts, antique washstand commode, vigilant airtight wood stove, Makita tablesaw, m. f. 8 hap snow blower, china, Belleek, glassware, collector plates, Yellows 50's chrome table, sewing machines and sergers - new brother PL1050 Serger - 3/4 thread, differential feed, kenmore serger 3/4 thread, diff feed. Nordic and Berina sewing machines, 2 early Elna elec- tric portable sewing machine. etc. etc. Preview after 2 p.m. AUCTION IS THURSDAY!!! Terms: Cash, App. cheque, visa, m/c, interac AUCTIONEERS Frank and Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Feb 6th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 2pc. pine flat to wall cupboard with 9 panes each top door, 9pc. walnut dining room suite, single door wardrobe with bevelled glass, oak Morris chair, oak hall mirror, large marconi console radio in custom made walnut cabinet with inlaid stencil (made for Sir Edward Beattie, England), wicker chairs, double ped- estal reproduction oak dining table & 6 press back chairs, pine blanket box, Kenmore 15cu.ft. freezer, Kenmore 30in. electric stove, almond 2 door refriger- ator, Kenmore automatic washer & dryer, wooden floor lamps, walnut dresser, new pine chest of draw- ers, 6 maple kitchen chairs, sectional chesterfield, qty. old books, wicker doll carriage, qty. pictures & frames, 1988 Polaris Sprint, 1979 Ski Do, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil, Auctioneers R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 or corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables for a Mississauga home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:9pc Walnut dining room suite, bedroom suite, kitchen suite, chesterfield and chair, antique chest of drawers, TV, VCR, Kenwood stereo, prints, lamps, English wedgewood china, crystal pcs., comics, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting items.Ter ms:are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 Phil Faulkner Auctions Inc. 22 years in the Auction Profession 905-852-9631 • 905-715-6841 SAT., FEB. 7 • 5:30 PM TWILIGHT EVENING SALE Auction sale of antiques, furniture and tools for JENNIFER MARKLE of Markham, RALPH STEVENS of Pickering PLUS a second consignment from RENA HUDSON of Uxbridge at SILOAM HALL, located on the north west corner of Durham Rd. 8 and the Second Conc. of Uxbridge, south of Davis Drive and east of Durham 30. ANTIQUES & FURNITURE: Antique walnut Welsh dresser, 2 antique spindal double beds, antique blanket box, antique wash basin/pitcher, wicker plant stand, chesterfield, coffee & end tables, sofa bed, bedding, linens, towels, glassware, china, nik naks, frames, card table, dressers, old light fixtures, shelf unit, lamps, stools, entertainment unit, books, etc. ARTWORK: 1993 Walter Campbell “Winter Sleigh Ride”, 1987 Peter Robson “Glimpse of Spring”, 1986 Peter Robson “Country Road”, 1993 Janice Tanton “The Finishing Touch”. SHOP TOOLS: Shop-Vac, weed-eater blower/vac, mini power washer, bar & C clamps, router & drill bits, planes, vise, chisels, wrenches, misc. tools & hardware, misc. lumber pcs. from workshop. MISC ITEMS:Treadmill, new in 1998 for $1400.00/ owner’s manual & invoice; water ski set; set of 6 weights; computer games; hockey game; lawn game; Ricoh 210 Rapid Com Fax Machine; outdoor lights; misc. toys & games; assortment of new tack. Te r ms: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Debit philfaulkner.the auctionadvertiser.com OUTSTANDING AUCTION Sunday Feb. 8th, 9:30 AM (Viewing 8:30) MacGregor Auctions, located in ORONO. Take 115/35 Hwy. to Main St. Orono (10 km. north of 401) & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features a quality selection of antiques & collectables from a Cobourg home plus selected inclusions from a lo- cal estate. Partial list includes ornately carved Victorian hall stand, armoire, tea wagon, misc. tables (kitchen, parlour, oc- casional, candle etc.), washstand, treadle sewing machine, dressers, modern couch/chair, good selection of chairs (occasional, Victorian, rockers, sets etc). Large offering of country collectables, enamelware, crocks, quilts, linens, old pictures, signed USA light, 2 metal stat- ues, old canes, quality glass & china, old bike, chandelier, plus many more treas- ures to be unpacked. Call For All Your Auction Needs MacGregor Auctions (www.theauctionadvertiser.com) 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 SAT. FEB. 7th - 10 a.m. Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Household, Coins & Sports Cards for Ruth Dick of Sandford + other estates with over 100 pcs. cranberry glass @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647/Cell 416-518-6401 ESTATE AUCTIONS at WARNERS AUCTION Thurs Feb 5th at 6pm, Sat Feb 7th at 10am for complete listing visit warnersauction.com or call 905-355-2106 for a fax, or email gwarner@eagle.ca. Gary E Warner Auctioneer Auction Sale Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon ON. Sat. Feb 7/04 @ 5:00 pm Futon, bar fridge, wicker shelf, Ciera pocket watch, glassware, pictures, books, tools, Coins and Bank notes. Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 1-866-357-5335 or 705-277-9829 EXCITING LIVE AUCTION BY: B.I.D. AUCTION SERVICES Acting under instructions received: we will sell in detail lots: OUTSTANDING LIQUIDATION AUCTION NOTICE *EVERTHING MUST BE SOLD - $500,000.00 RETAIL* ESTATES* CONSIGNMENTS* CLOSEOUTS* SAMPLES* EXCITING LIVE AUCTIONS! BY: Poster Bedroom Suite*Collectibles*Major Art Collection*Gold & Diamond Jewellery*Décor & Accent Collection*Tiffany Lamps* Sports Memorabilia*Grandfather Clocks*Jewellery*Dining Room Suites*Platform Bedroom Set*Home Furnishings*Leather Sofa Sets*Home Theatre* CATALOGUE SALE - WILL BE SOLD IN DETAIL BY: PUBLIC AUCTION SUN. FEB. 08 AT 1:PM (PREVIEW 12:NOON) THE AJAX COMMUNITY CENTRE 75 CENTENNIAL RD. AJAX LARGE SELECTION - PLAN TO ATTEND Diamond Jewellery*Original Signature Works of A.J. Casson* Indoor Outdoor Sculptures*Large Sports Memorabilia Collection* Queen Anne, Nostalgia, Modern, Contempary Home Furnishings* Bedroom Suites*Collector Plates*Die Cast Toys*Electronics* Accent Lamps*Kenwood*Sanyo*Stereos*Cordless Phones* Limoge Collection*Accent Furniture*Home Theatre*Oak & Mahogany Dining Room Suites*Sofa, Loveseat & Chair Ensembles*Limited Editions Prints of Group of Seven Members* Quality Collectibles*High Quality Offering This Sale. Ladies & Gents Diamond & Gold Rings, Estate Rings, Watch Sets, & more . Many items will be sold on the basis of NO MINIMUMS-NO RESERVE! COME AND ENJOY THE FUN, EXCITMENT, AND THE GREAT DEALS! Terms: Free Admission, free parking. We accept Cash, Visa, MC Debit as available, additions & deletions apply. Delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. Auctioneers reserve the right to refuse entry and have removed any person from the Auction. Information call: 905-940-0713. 10% Buyers Premium on all items, discounts available. Sorry, no children please. *As per printed terms. PARTIAL LISTING OF OVER 500 QUALITY ITEMS TO BE OFFERED FROLOW, Nickolai,Peacefully on January 31, 2004 in the loving arms of his wife Shirley, (nee Ross), Nick passed away with courage and grace which characterizes his life. Dearly loved father of Jason, Tanya, Chad (son in law) and Jenn. Son of Maria Frolow. Brother of Tammi Gailing. Loving brother in law of Barbara Montgomery, Beverly Mur- phy and husband Terry. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905- 428-8488 on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Cremation. DEATH NOTICES Now updated Mon-Fri on our website RABBIT Wants Work! Doing Magic for Children's Parties and All Occasions. Have my own Magician Call Ernie (905)668-4932 1997 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT 4-dr. V-6 auto, high kms. but extremely clean! Factory mags, pw/pdl, am/fm/cd, tilt, power mir- rors. Cert, e-tested $4400. 905- 404-0540 2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO.v-6, automatic, red, 4 dr., loaded. Pow- er package. Balance of extended warranty. Excellent condition. 103,000 kms. Cert. and E-tested. $ll,500. obo. Call (905)985-3621 2002 SUNFIRE COUPE automat- ic trans, 25,000-km CD player, $199/mo + tax, assume lease, no down. (905)433-7548 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 BAD CREDIT? No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! Call now! 905-686- 2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 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 WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive? Lots of choices. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV. 905-706-8498 A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days (905)686-1899 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free re- moval for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. 1993 F150 XLT Super Cab, load- ed, 1-owner, (905)579-4573 1999 DODGE RAM SLT,quad cab, 4-dr, matching cap, trailer pkg, $17,000 certified & e-tested. (905)697-6272 1988 DODGE CARAVAN, 133,000 kil., rebuilt engine, good condition, senior citizen owned. $l,000 must sell. Telephone (905)426-2326 1993 PONTIAC TRANSPORT SE van, 3.1, auto, 7-seater, air, tilt, am/fm cassette, rear heater, excel- lent condition 200K's, certified/e- tested, asking $3,250 o.b.o. ALSO 1996 Cavalier, 2-dr, 4cyl, 5-spd, highway mileage, air, am/fm cas- sette, excellent condition, asking $2,950 o.b.o. certified/e-tested. (905)404-8695 (private) 2000 FORD,E-150 Cargo van, auto 4.6 with over drive, AM/FM, barn sized doors, 169,000kms., $12,900, certified and E-tested. (905)579-6950. 2003 GMC 2-door Jimmy 4x4, black, 2200 km, take over lease @ $430/month. Leaving country. (905)432-2302 EXCEPTIONAL 1991 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE, AWD, 3.3, every option, regularly maintained, all records, 4 captains, all leather, clean/non-smoking, certified/e- tested, $3,895. (905)436-9998 2003 XR5OR,bought new Aug/03, less than 10 hrs. Mint condition, starts easy, speed governor. $1650, must sell! Mike 905-260- 5553 (Oshawa) Complete Handyman Service Renovations General Repairs 12 years exp. No job too big or too small 905-420-7641 for free estimate GARBAGE REMOVAL For People With Limited Cash Flow Garage is for cars Basement for relaxation Call Joseph (905) 428-7528 cell (905) 626-6247 TILES 4 YOU Professional installations. Ceramics and porcelain, Kitchen floors, Bathroom walls, Foyer, back splash Special $149.00 Free estimates (416) 418-6133 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 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 FRIENDS and lovers dating ser- vice! 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Tel l y o u r s we e t i e h ow m u c h y o u c a r e t h i s Val e n t i n e ’s D ay Tel l y o u r s w e e t i e h o w m u c h y ou c a re t h i s Val e n t i n e ’s D a y Tell your sweetie how much you care this Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you can brighten up the day by placing a “Be My Valentine” Special on Friday February 13 for only $19.95. Each person placing an ad will be entered in our draw for a $50 dinner certificate. To place your ad call News Advertiser Classifieds @ 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -0 7 0 7 for further information PICTURE (1x15) Catholic, public boards constantly looking at support policies By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM –Durham's school boards are awaiting a Canadian Pacific Railway report on the recent Whitby train derailment to see if any changes are needed to their safety procedures. "We're constantly looking at our policies to ensure that regardless of the situation, we have something in place to support our schools," says Jeanne Summerville, the Durham Catholic District School Board's health and safety/emergency pre- paredness officer. As a result of last summer's black- out, she notes the board ensured that the education centre's tele- phone system could handle a large volume of calls in the event of a re- gionwide emergency. As well, back- up generator power is now available so board headquarters can function in case the lights go out again. There's an evacuation plan for every school in the board, says Ms. Summerville, noting it includes the number of buses needed to remove all students, including transporta- tion for those with special-needs students. The same applies at the Durham District School Board. "If there's some safety features we feel we need to work with (CPR) on, we will certainly do that," says Joe Hircock, Whitby schools/ safety and security superintendent. When the train jumped the tracks Jan. 14, most of the students at near- by Leslie McFarlane Public School were at home. However, Mr. Hircock says the board still reviewed how the closures of it and Florence M. Heard Public School were handled, includ- ing the procedure for notifying par- ents. "We're comfortable," he says. Hindsight is 20/20, but the public board's refusal to allow students from a Whitby school to cross under railway tracks and attend the town's new high school looks good in retro- spect. In November, Ron Smale, chair- man of the Col. J. E. Farewell Public School community council, lobbied the public board to have the school's students attend the new facility rather than Henry Street High School. He warned that the parents of 103 students had signalled they would switch boards so their kids could attend All Saints Catholic Secondary School. Mr. Smale ar- gued that the students could safely travel under the rail trestle bridge over a branch of the Lynde Creek near Rossland Road. The train derailed a few kilome- tres down the track, spilling huge freight containers onto the road below and killing two women. "That's why we involved (CPR) in helping us with that whole process, in giving us statistics and informa- tion," Mr. Hircock says. "They helped us confirm our policy that railway lines are a good boundary to have. You don't cross them if you can avoid it." The board's decision was based more on student numbers than safe- ty, says Mr. Smale, noting that adults and kids alike, including his own children, ride their bikes and walk under the trestle and he does- n't have a problem with it. "This whole issue of risk, I believe today's parents are overprotective of children," says Mr. Smale. "We don't allow them the opportunity to make choices and face consequences." He acknowledges, "you just never know what can happen with railway lines." However, Mr. Smale says risk is everywhere, and it's no more dan- gerous walking under a rail bridge than crossing a four-lane road. A Toronto Transit Commission trans- portation superintendent, he's seen some odd accidents that could not have been prevented. "A car could jump the curb and kill 10 kids standing at a bus stop," he says. "What is safe?" www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 4, 2004 PAGE B7 A/P Schools on track for safety JOE HIRCOCK Board ‘comfortable’ with how closing of schools was handled. Durham teen chosen Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year DURHAM –She certainly had no idea her summer presentations in the park would lead to a presentation from the Lieutenant-Governor, but then Kim Vanleyden is the modest type. The 17-year-old Blackstock resi- dent, who attends St. Stephen's Sec- ondary School in Bowmanville, has been selected as one of just 12 On- tario Junior Citizens of the Year. She receives her award March 5 in a gala presentation at Toronto's Inn on the Park. Lieutenant-Governor James Bartleman will hand Ms. Vanleyden her plaque. She'll also enjoy a tour of Queen's Park. "It's great," she says about the hon- our. A total of 156 young people were nominated for Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year, with just 12 selected for the final award. Three nominations were received in Ajax and Pickering. Ms. Vanleyden received her honour by turning her grief into a crusade she believed could help people around her. In June 2002, Ms. Vanleyden lost her father to skin cancer. She decided to do whatever she could to prevent it from happening to anyone else. So she went out last summer armed with pamphlets and plenty of sunscreen and told people about the hazards of too much exposure to the sun. It's been quite a year. "People have talked to me about skin cancer. I plan to go out once the warm weather hits this year and con- tinue to spread the word." Many in Durham who've come in contact with Ms. Vanleyden have great things to say about her. Dawn Mitchie, vice-principal of St. Stephen's, calls Ms. Vanleyden, "self- effacing, pleasant, well-organized, de- termined and generous. She is re- spected by her friends and teachers." Andy Hendriks, program leader at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, says Ms. Vanleyden has, "renewed my faith in the youth of today. What a great ambassador for our youth." NE021M104 ©2004. Sears Canada Inc. 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It Takes A Village and the Ajax- Pickering chapter of the Congress of Black Women are sponsoring 'Black to the Roots! Celebrating Black His- tory' with activities each weekend in Febr uary. Every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m., there are youth black movies and discussions at the McLean Commu- nity Centre, at Magill Drive and Westney Road North in Ajax. Ad- mission is $2 and the event is sup- ported by Ajax recreation services. On Saturdays from 2 to 3 p.m., it's Wa toto Village Craft and Activities at the Village Community Centre, 22 Sherwood Rd. W., in Pickering Vil- lage. Admission is $2, but space is limited and registration is neces- sary. The Durham African Heritage Program sponsors the program. Sumpin' Sumpin' Sundays are held from 1 to 4 p.m. each Sunday at Sarah McDonald Place, at the northwest corner of Kingston and Whites Road, Pickering. There are a series of activities planned, includ- ing a celebration of Bob Marley, a movie and discussion and a mix and mingle. 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