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The St. Mary defence was tough throughout the night, winning the all Pickering matchup 44-37. Pickering wants its fair share Councillors upset with allotment of initial regional roadwork list By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING –Pickering council- lors think it is time for regional roads in the City to get some at- tention. “Our principal concern for a number of years has been that the Region has not been under- taking enough projects for the amount of money we’re putting in,” said Ward 2 Regional Coun- cillor Mark Holland. Late last year, Pickering coun- cil identified the roads needing improvements in priority order and submitted them to the Re- gion of Durham for considera- tion. The Region came back with its projects list and none of the im- provements identified by the City were included. Councillors ob- jected to the choices so each mu- nicipality’s list was sent back for more comment. “When we finally do get money for a project it isn’t even on our priorities list,” Coun. Holland said. The project identified by the Region was an improvement to the intersection at Brock Road and Bayly Street. A project Coun. Holland said would cost about $1.1 million. He said based on the amount of money Pickering contributes through taxes, the City should see an average of $4.5 million in projects each year - not the $1 million it has been seeing over the past 10 years. Both Coun. Holland and Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick John- son want to see some of the City’s top priorities receive attention. The City’s top priority is the widening of Brock Road from Dellbrock Avenue to Fifth Con- cession Road, including a railway ✦See The page 2 Public board wants more direction Surveys and review sessions not enough input in preparing for strategic plan By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM –Durham’s public school board is reaching out for input on its strategic plan - again. The Durham District School Board received more than 1,700 completed survey question- naires to help guide the forma- tion of a new ‘Durham Direc- tions,’ and also held stakehold- er review sessions. However, board chairman Elizabeth Roy says it’s not enough. “If you want the community to own it you have to keep the community involved,” she said at Monday’s standing commit- tee meeting. “We need to really listen to what people are say- ing, and they want to make input. I’m not trying to prolong this, I’m trying to make it right and make it work.” As a result she has proposed further consultations to get more direction from the com- munity in general. Trustee Roy in an interview says she doesn’t want those who have filled out the survey to assume that’s where their involvement ends. “There’s a perception out ✦See Chairman page 5 P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com TWIN FULL QUEEN KING TWIN FULL QUEEN KING TWIN FULL QUEEN KING WITH ANY MATTRESS SET PURCHASED • Bed Frame • NO PST • Mattress Pad • Bed Rails • NO GST • Comforter • Layaway • Pillow • Set-up • Disposal or old set • Percale Set of Sheets • Local Delivery 4 FREE CHOICES Any COUPON ORTHOPEDIC 20 YR WARRANTY Single Double Queen King $ 239 $ 289 $ 349 $ 539 Set Set Set Set $ 389 $ 459 $ 549 $ 849 Single Double Queen King $ 179 $ 219 $ 279 $ 469 Set Set Set Set $ 319 $ 389 $ 479 $ 759 COMFORT SLEEP 15 YR WARRANTY Single Double Queen King $ 379 $ 489 $ 579 $ 709 Set Set Set Set $ 569 $ 699 $ 829 $ 1089 P O C K E T C O I L P I L L O W T O P P O C K E T C O I L P I L L O W T O P POCKET COIL PILLOW TOP 2 5 Y R W A R R A N T Y 2 5 Y R W A R R A N T Y 25 YR WARRANTY C a p t a i n P r o m o Captain Promo 4 D r a w e r s 4 Drawers NEW NEW NEW ITEM ITEM ITEM $ 239 $ 239 $ 239 Electric Bed $ 292 $ 292 $ 292 Milan Bed ON SALE ON SALE ON SALE $ 189 $ 189 $ 189 Bedroom Suite Iron Futon Sofa Complete $ 359 $ 359 $ 359 Milan Futon $ 499 $ 499 $ 499 Milan Twin Double Bunk $ 1264 $ 1264 $ 1264 PHONE ORDERS ACCEPTED HOURS Mon. - Wed. 10-6 Thurs. - Fri. 10-9 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 11-4 40 FACTORY OUTLETS ACROSS ONTARIO INCLUDING... 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When the list of roads came back to Pickering from the Region, Coun. Holland said council reaffirmed its previous priorities and is now waiting while the Region’s works committee reviews the issue. The more road project is delayed, the more it’s going to cost ✦ The from page 1 Residents push for facts on hospital site; meeting set for Pickering next week Jeff Hayward Special to the News Advertiser AJAX – The Rouge Valley Health System board fielded a barrage of questions from local residents Monday night. The meeting, at the Ajax Com- munity Centre, was a followup to a session at the Ajax Public Li- brary last week, and designed as a “break-out” format for atten- dees to gather into smaller groups and brainstorm issues surrounding the hospital. However, after a presentation from the board outlining a strategic plan for Rouge Valley’s Ajax-Pickering and Centenary sites, the audience voted to open its line of questioning before the groups had a chance to form. The topic of largest concern from the floor was whether or not some essential medical ser- vices would be removed from the Ajax-Pickering site and relocat- ed to Centenary in Scarborough. “I wouldn’t be alive if the ser- vices I required weren’t at (Ajax- Pickering),” said Robert Cripps, who had life-saving surgery to repair a ruptured aneurysm that affected him from his chest to his foot. The emergency surgery took roughly half a day, he said. Mr. Cripps said he wouldn’t have made it to Centenary be- cause of the travel time. He also voiced his concern about another issue that came up a number of times during the evening. “The doctors (at Ajax-Picker- ing) are in surgery all the time,” he said, suggesting the medical staff is overworked. “There’s not enough people doing what they’re supposed to be doing. One way (to save money) would be to cut administration... you shouldn’t have to show your health card (to several different people).” Jane McIntosh echoed Mr. Cripps’ concern. “How many administrators (do they need) at Ajax?” she asked, suggesting that cutting unnecessary non-medical staff would free up funds to hire more doctors and nurses. Rouge Valley spokesman Katie Cronin-Wood said the con- sultations with the public are the bottom line in deciding how clinical patient-care services are going to be handled. “What people need to under- stand is that this isn’t a case of the hospital against the public (and vice versa),” she said. “We just need everyone to be up to speed on the challenges the hos- pital is facing.” She confirmed one non-clini- cal service is being moved to Centenary at the end of April. “The (patient food) will now be coming from Centenary to Ajax,” she said, adding that it was a cost-saving measure. She explained there will be some trial and error involved to ensure the system works, but assured the goal was to be as “seamless as possible.” She added the cafeteria at the Ajax site would still run as usual. Rouge Valley board chairman Kathryn Ramsay assured listen- ers that the hospital is looking to satisfy the best interests of resi- dents. “The hospital is here to stay,” she said. The next consultation in Durham is in the Pickering Pub- lic Library auditorium Wednes- day, March 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 3 P NEW!T WO YEAR/$2000 VET HEALTH WARRANTY With Each And Every Puppy WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF QUALITY PET SUPPLIES See Durham’s Largest Selection Of ADORABLE PUPPIES Starting from... $38800 each 35-40 breeds to choose from. Let our experts help you choose the right puppy for your family. Call for details. 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See Sales Representative for details.www.durhamregion.comChairman hopes to have final draft of plan ready this fall ELIZABETH ROY ‘If you ask the questions you have to give the information back.’ ✦ Chairman from page 1 P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Pickering deserves its share Regional roads needs not being met You can't always get what you want, but when it comes to road maintenance, Pickering doesn't even get what it needs. Annually, the City identifies a number of projects pertaining to regional roads within Pickering, to maintain or upgrade and this year, so far, its requests have been ignored. However, the Region plans to improve the intersection of Brock Road and Bayly Street to the tune of $1.1 million. One problem with that project is it isn't even recognized as a top priority by local councillors. Just as important however, the money it represents is only a drop in the bucket of what Pick- ering deserves, in terms of money being spent on regional roads. Regional Councillor Mark Holland estimates the city should be getting about $4.5 million in projects each year based on its contributions to the tax base. But, even that wouldn't address one of the big projects Pickering identifies as important. Brock Road, from Dellbrock Avenue to Fifth Concession Road, needs to be widened and Regional Councillor Rick John- son is correct when he says the cost of this work isn't getting any cheaper with the passing of the years. Construction costs have traditionally gone up for decades now. The proposed Brock Road widening (it's a route used by many motorists to access Hwy. 407) was originally identified as a priority more than 10 years ago. What once could have been done for $6 million or $7 million would cost over $10 million now. What will it cost when it is completed, if ever? As for priorities, the decision by the Region to go ahead with Brock and Bayly is particularly frustrating when you think of where Pickering rates the project - it's not even in its top-10 list. Based on almost exactly the same funding commitment, City staff rated improvements to Kingston Road, from Walnut to Glenanna roads, as the third most important project. They even have the Kingston Road Corridor Study backing up the need for these improvements. Council has sent its road priorities back to the Region for an- other look. The works committee is reviewing the issue and if common sense prevails, its members will change their minds on what work is to be done on Pickering's regional roads. The City might not get everything it wants, but the Region must follow Pickering's identified priorities in determining which projects are carried out. Pickering News Advertiser A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Tony Doyle Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Cheryl Haines Janice O’Neil Composing Managers News/Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 News Fax 905-683-0386 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 E-mail tdoyle@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com Mailing Address 13 0 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Letters Policy All letters should be typed or neatly hand-written, 150 words. Each letter must be signed with a first and last name or two initials and a last name. Please include a phone number for verifica- tion. 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. Better to spread the population than jam everyone in Seaton Over the last several weeks there has been plenty of dis- cussion about Pickering's growth management study. From the consulting firm doing the study, to members of council, planning staff and residents, plenty of people have had their say. Dozens of residents attended Monday's council meeting to sup- port the 10 people who made pre- sentations voicing their opposition to the study's plan to develop the southern part of the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve. The structural plan submitted by Dillon Consulting to the City a few weeks ago lays out two residential areas - Cherrywood, which could accommodate 37,900 residents, and Seaton, which would be home to 39,000. A few of the speakers Mon- day night, essentially, said that council should leave the agricultur- al preserve alone and put all 76,900 people in Seaton. Upon examining many of the maps and background material in- cluded in the study, the City's pre- ferred option - which sees 30 per cent of the preserve developed - makes sense. I'm not normally in favour of urban sprawl or the paving over of farmland, but in the context of the study area and in order to plan for future growth in Pickering this seems a necessary sacrifice. The southern part of the preserve may contain prime farmland, but it is difficult to farm because it is divid- ed into small parcels, has hydro cor- ridors through it, and a number of major roads breaking it up. It makes sense to develop it. It is adjacent to the urban area, making it easier to service and allowing for a natural progression of growth. The farmland in the northwest portion of the preserve remains countryside in the plan because it is prime property, has few roads and can be farmed in larger parcels. On- tario Minister of Municipal Affairs John Gerretsen has indicated the preserve would be part of a Golden Horseshoe greenbelt, but that plan hasn't been set in stone yet. It seems more environmentally sound to develop some of the pre- serve and have lots of open green- space in Seaton than paving over all of Seaton so Pickering can accom- modate the number of residents ex- pected by 2026. Danielle Milley's column appears every third Friday. E-mail dmil- ley@durhamregion.com. Consultant's report makes sense Editorials &Opinions FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Danielle Milley s t a f f w r i t e r Pay raise a slap in the face to taxpayers To the editor: Re: 'Should we stay or should we grow,' Tony Doyle column, Feb. 22. When the mantra of politicians is 'cut- back, cutback, we're broke,' they vote themselves a 45-per cent pay increase. Well, the taxpayers should be saying to them, 'cutback we're broke.' The regional chairman isn't even elected by the people, yet he receives a pay raise. His pay increase is more than what some seniors are living on. I was very proud of Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Regional Councillor Colleen Jordan for voting against the others; at least we have some politicians working in the best interest of the community. I sincerely hope that during the next mu- nicipal election, all local newspapers print the names of the councillors who voted themselves an enormous raise. I would love to see regional govern- ment scrapped and let those taxes go straight to the municipalities for ser- vices. Also I think it's about time to do away with the Senate, the Governor General's office and crooked politicians. We c ould have the best system in the world if our taxes were directed where they were meant to go - into services for the people who pay the taxes. Margaret Phillips Ajax Letters to the Editor www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 7 A/P Classrooms across Durham are continuing to change along with the region’s expanding multicultural makeup. The Durham District School Board offers support to teachers in meeting demands and ed- ucators are offering different experiences for students. Black History Month in February offered a multitude of educational and fun activities for students across the region, including top, left, Rebecca Purnwasie, who performed a traditional Indian dance for students recently at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School. In the middle, Altona Forest Public School student Jahiroe McFarlen shows off his talents at a school multicultural show, while at right, Pickering High School student Shauna Morgan took part in a concert and show at the school. Durham schools adapting to changing ethnic mix This is the third in a series of stories ex- ploring the ever-evolving and expanding multicultural makeup of Durham Region. By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM –David. Carolyn. Patricia. John. Not so long ago, that’s what the atten- dance roll call in Durham public schools sounded like. However, today Tahira and Farid are just as likely to be called out. The region’s population, especially in west Durham, is becoming more culturally diverse. In Ajax, for example, according to the 1996 and 2001 censuses, the population of visible minorities increased by about 50 per cent, compared to an overall, 14 per cent population growth. Joy Lapps has had a front row seat for the evolution of the student population. A York University student, she graduat- ed from Ajax High School last year. Ms. Lapps’ parents are originally from An- tigua, and she at- tended Ajax public schools beginning in kindergarten. In her early school years at Southwood Park, with very few exceptions, the students were white. “I had one friend who was Filipino and a couple who were from India and Pakistan,” Ms. Lapps re- calls. By the time she grad- uated from Durham’s public school system, however, Ms. Lapps had seen a marked trans- formation. Exeter High School had closed to become an elementary school and many of its students, including those who lived north of the 401, had come to Ajax High. “I think the south end of Ajax is less di- verse than the north end,” says Ms. Lapps. “I was at Ajax High School and when Ex- eter came in and all the students came in you could see a lot of diversity.” Nanzeen Dindar, the Durham District School Board’s ethnocultural and race re- lations’ facilitator, says the board doesn’t keep track of student ethnicity. There’s no point because the mix is changing so quickly, she says. “Three months from now it would be outdated,” she says. “It is an increasingly multicultural school board.” Ms. Dindar acts as a resource to teachers and administrators, ensuring they have the support they need to address the needs of a widely di- verse student body. Schools today mark a variety of reli- gious and cultur- al celebrations, as a quick look over the board’s school calendar indi- cates. Ms. Dindar often sends teach- ers informa- tion or an- swers ques- tions to assist them in plan- ning school events around these im- portant days. “Often I’m a sounding board,” she says. “People will call me and say, ‘I’m doing this; what do you think?’” When new teachers come to the board, as a part of their training, she speaks to them about the importance of equity in the classroom. “We really need to look at every individ- ual child who comes to our schools,” says Ms. Dindar. “Each comes with a unique background. It means that it’s going to have an impact on how the dynamic of the class is, how they learn. Not all kids are the same.” She says the board’s fastest growing mi- nority student population is East Indian, noting there is an increasing Muslim popu- lation in the area. “I get a lot of inquiries in my office about the Islamic religion,” she says. After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Muslims were unfairly viewed by some as radicals and terrorists, and even faced ha- rassment in some instances. Ms. Dindar says she’s pleased to see that la- belling hasn’t taken root in local schools. “I’m surprised how many people want to understand, because they’re so aware that stereotyping and pro- filing of Muslims has taken place,” she says. The Association of Progressive Muslims of Ontario has produced a film, ‘No Dis- tance Between Us,’ which looks at issues the Canadian Muslim community faced after the attacks. The Durham District School Board is a partner in the project, which seeks to create a better understand- ing of Canadian Muslims and how the 9/11 backlash impacted them. The board’s vaunted Students Together Against Racism (STAR) program for 11 years has linked leadership training and anti-racist education. It is a series of work- shops and activities that include case stud- ies in racism and exercises in cultural sen- sitivity. “It’s the whole thing about human rights, because we try to talk about it on a broad- er scale,” says Ms. Dindar. “Kids need to start thinking about these things.” After STAR training, students return to their schools with a specific plan they have developed to implement, putting into ac- tion what they have learned to make their schools better places. “They just feel like they can really make a difference,” says Ms. Dindar. However, not everyone welcomes diversi- ty, and Durham is still coming to terms with its transformation from a suburban community whose residents generally have an Anglo-Saxon origin to a mega- lopolis where immigrants increas- ingly feel comfortable enough to settle. “Toronto wasn’t always di- verse,” Ms. Dindar points out. “There’s always going to be re- sistance. Are there going to be people who don’t like it and move out of the area? Of course.” Ms. Lapps recalls one or two incidents when racial slurs were directed her way when she was growing up, but identifies it as simple ignorance. “To me, I think awareness is the answer,” she says. “I felt that in high school we had more of an opportunity to ex- plore different cultures.” Ms. Dindar says the board, its staff and students need to em- brace the changing demograph- ic rather than resist it. “We’re here to serve our com- munities, and our communities are changing,” says Ms. Dindar. Classroom evolution Jahmille Joseph performs a spiritual dance for students at Pickering High School as part of its Black History Month concert. Photos by Ron Pietroniro, Jason Liebregts and Celia Klemenz A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com March 4, 2004 A Message from Hydro One: Hydro One has conducted routine inspections along Pine Creek since last October when there was a mineral oil spill at the Cherrywood Transformer Station (TS). On Tuesday March 2, 2004 Hydro One received reports of oil sheen being observed on Pine Creek. Immediately after the reports were received, crews were dispatched to the scene to assess the situation and to mobi- lize operations and support, if necessary. Oil sheen was observed in the drainage ditch on the transmission right-of- way and at one location along Pine Creek. It is expected that oil sheen may be observed in Pine Creek at this time of year due to higher levels of precipitation and spring runoff into storm sewers. Any residual oil from the spill is expected to rapidly biodegrade or dissipate. Sampling has been done to confirm if the oil sheen is transformer mineral oil, and the results are pending. In the meantime, oil absorbing booms and pads have been deployed along the transmission right-of-way as a contin- gency measure. These will be inspected frequently and replaced, as required. There is no risk to public health and there are no signifi- cant environmental and ecological impacts resulting from the spill. However, we will continue to monitor Pine Creek in the coming months Hydro One is in contact with the local Ministry of the Environment (MOE) and the City of Pickering. The com- pany will continue to provide updates to the MOE, the City, and other stakeholders. Hydro One takes its responsibility to local communities and the environment very seriously. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at (905) 420-4928. Sincerely, Myles D’Arcey Vice President, Station Services Hydro One If you don’t receive “Service Worth Paying For” or have any questions or delivery concerns please call The News Advertiser at: 905-683-5117 CARRIERS COLLECT EVERY THREE WEEKS SERVICE WORTH PAYING FOR 100% is kept by the carrier as payment for their delivery. You RECEIVE Valuable coupons. You could WIN a $1,000.00 Shopping Spree! COLLECTIONS ARE FROM MARCH 3 - MARCH 7 YOUR CARRIER IS PAID THROUGH COLLECTIONS! Head shave at Pickering Town Centre, Ironman, show all part of the effort DURHAM –Local police officers are putting their bodies and hairstyles on the line in the coming days and months to help raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. The Pickering Town Centre is hosting the Cops for Cancer Head Shave tomorrow (Saturday). The fund-raising event, which starts at 11 a.m., features police officers from Durham Region having their heads shaved in front of onlookers to raise money in the fight against cancer. This summer, two Durham Re- gion police officers will also be tak- ing part in the second Iron Cops for Cancer triathlon in British Colum- bia. Linda Chapman and Jamie Pog- son are taking part in the triathlon Aug. 29. “I’ve always wanted to do an Iron- man race,” says Ms. Chapman, “so this is a two-fold opportunity to reach my goal and to raise money for cancer.” In addition, most participants are also travelling to Edmonton to take part in an event there. Chap- man and Pogson expect to raise $10,000 collectively before the triathlon. The Ironman competition con- sists of a 3.8-kilometre swim, a 180- km bike ride, and a 42-km run. The Canadian Cancer Society’s fund-raising target for this event is $500,000. The participants are looking to exceed the 2002 fund-raising total of $315,000. Closer to home, Class Act Dinner Theatre in Whitby hosts a benefit performance of ‘The Sunshine Boys’ Wednesday, March 24. Tickets for the show are available through the Durham Region Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society. For more information on this, Iron Cops for Cancer, or to partici- pate in the head shave, call the Canadian Cancer Society at 1-800- 668-7830. Durham cops working to beat cancer FRIDAY, MARCH 5 SOCCER SIGN UP: The Pick- ering Soccer Club invites you to register for the upcoming season online. Save the $10 surcharge fee, which applies after March 15, when regis- trants have to sign up in per- son. Ages four and up, most divisions available. Call 905- 831-9803. ADDICTION:The Serenity Group 12-step recovery group meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with addictions of all types, including co-de- pendency. A child-care pro- gram is available. All are wel- come. Call Jim evenings at 905-428-9431. MONDAY, MARCH 8 ALZHEIMER’S INFO NIGHT: The Pickering Public Library hosts an Alzheimer Society of Durham Region informa- tion night at 6:30 p.m. in its central branch. This free pro- gram is designed to separate the myths and facts about Alzheimer’s disease and re- lated dementia. To register, call 905-831-6265 or 905-686- 0250 and press 0, or e-mail the library at help@picnet.org. BINGO: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club plays at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrews Com- munity Centre. The centre is at 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. For more information, call Mary at 905-427-9000. TUESDAY, MARCH 9 PARENT SUPPORT: A parent support group meets every Tuesday in Ajx at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crime and parent abuse. Visit www.apsgo.ca, or call 416- 223-7444 or 1-800-488-5666 for location or information. TUESDAY MORNING GROUP: The Ajax Seniors’ Tuesday Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Senior Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Wendy Brandstatt of Ways to Well- ness discusses nutrition, menu planning and general wellness. Call Louise at 905- 683-7799. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY: The Pickering Horticulture society meets in the O’Brien Room at the Pickering Recre- ational Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., at 8 p.m. Guest speaker Tricia Hasenelever discusses ‘stress is funny,’ while applying things we like doing, such as gardening, as a means of reducing day-to- day stress. Everyone is wel- come. There will also be a plant and photography show. Call Jeff Snape at 905-839- 7057 or jsnape@rogers.com. SCHOOL MUSICAL: The Pick- ering Christian School pre- sents the musical ‘The Secret of My Success: Building Fu- tures on the Rock’ Shows are at 7 p.m. each day, plus a matinee Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. The school is at 162 Rossland Rd, Ajax, just east of Har- wood. Tickets to the show are free and can be ordered through the school by calling 905-427-3120. HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Pickering Historical Society meets at 7:30 p.m. at the East Shore Community Cen- tre. Peg Forbes an artist, art editor, broadcaster and gallery operator discusses ‘Some early artists in the Great Lakes area.’ The cen- tre is at 910 Liverpool Rd. south of Hwy. 401. Call John Sabean at 905-831-3811. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 IRISH PUB NIGHT: ‘The Emer- alds’ and the Sheridan Irish Dancers are hosting an Irish Pub night at the Ballycliffe Lodge. The event is from 7 to 9 p.m. Free admission and all are welcome. Ballycliffe is at 70 Station St. Ajax. Call 905- 683-7321. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 9 A/P New Location Grand Opening Specials AFRO WORLD BEAUTY introduces Full Hair Salon Services Now Available Specializing in all hair types Ask about our new • braiding (medium micro) $150 now $65 • weaving & style (full head) $85 now $55 • relaxer $50 now $35 • colouring $45&up now $25 • cornrow $45 now $25 • 12” human hair $36 now $18 • 8 to 9” human hair $15 now $11 Strand by Strand/Fusion HarwoodHwy #2 Hwy 401 Salem (905)426-9729 35 Hardwood Ave. S. Ajax Grand Opening Specials are a Limited Time Offer. Book Now! NOW ONLY $680 00 fusion/strand weaveweave & stylesingle braidwww.afroworld.ca Studio The key to a healthy and attractive smile starts with good oral health care of chil- dren’s baby (primary) teeth. The first set of “baby” teeth are not only important for chewing food but also helps with speech development, smile, and maintaining space for the “adult” teeth to grow in. Hence, pre- mature loss of teeth, such as from decay, can result in loss of space and lead to crowding or crooked teeth. Treating children is an amazing privilege and I, Dr. Shen, take that responsibility very seriously (Dr. Shen is a general dentist with a special interest in children’s dentistry). We at Parkway Dental Clinic try to have each child gain an optimal and positive dental experience. We start all first dental visits, for children, with a tour of the office and introduce them to the dental team; fol- lowed by showing them the treatment rooms and various gadgets such as cam- eras to take pictures of teeth/smiles and answering all their queries; the whole visit is focused on familiarizing the child’s five senses with the dental visit and developing a sense of comfort and trust. Only when the child is ready for an exam or treatment, by their personal choice is when the dentist proceeds with the appointment. All dental exams and treatment are solely on the premise of: •only when they are comfortable for the visit •only that treatment is delivered which is discussed and explained to the patient – NO SURPRISES. •each step is first explained, shown/demonstrated and then delivered – NO SURPRISES. •the most important person in the dental appointment is the child- patient and their trust – NO SURPRISES. Kids Teeth New patients and emergencies welcome Dr. Noel Shen, BSc, DMD Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 23-1899 Brock Road Pickering, Ontario. L1V 4H7 (in the Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club Shopping Plaza) 905.683.8879 Please feel free to contact us if you have any ques- tions/concerns regarding your child’s dental health. If you joined teeth end to end, how many teeth would you need to reach the moon??? This contest is open to all children ages 2-12. Please write all answers with your name, age and phone number by March 30th (mail or drop-in). There is a special prize for the first ten correct answers. 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TREASURE ISLAND March Break indoor w atersli d e Celebrate women’s day AJAX – Women can now take the time for them- selves that they’ve always wanted. In recognition of Interna- tional Woman’s Day, a num- ber of local groups are teaming up to offer some pampering Monday, March 8 at the Ajax Community Centre. The focus of the evening is ‘self-care’ and the event helps celebrate women and their roles in families, soci- ety and the workplace. The event consists of comfort food, music and the oppor- tunities for a massage, re- flexology and aromathera- py. There will also be items for sale. Sponsors are the Women’s Multicultural Re- source and Counselling Centre of Durham, The Denise House, Bethesda House, Durham Rape Cri- sis Centre, Y’s Wish Shelter, YWCA Durham and Heri- zon House. The event is free, but do- nations are welcome. The centre is at 75 Centennial Rd. For more information, call the Women’s Multicul- tural Resources and Coun- selling Centre of Durham at 905-427-7849. Billboard MARCH 5, 2004 Community news online:www.durhamregion.com A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com more than you came for Friday, Mar. 5th to Sunday, Mar. 7th save 40% women’s selected Claudel spring sleepwear & robes save 50% men’s Hunt Club and Mantles™dress and casual shoes Reg. $59.99- $70. Sale $29.99-$34.99. save 45% 10 Kt. & 14 Kt. gold gemstone fine jewellery SATURDAY ONLY SPECIALS May not be combined with any other offer. SAVE AN EXTRA 30% $19.99-$39.99 women’s and men’s fragrances. Great designer brands at great prices. While quanities last. Selection may vary by store. All sales final. $39.99 men’s “Funnel” leather sport casual shoes save 60% 10 Kt. gold jewellery $69.99 45-pce. Camden flatware set from Oneida Comparable value $147 $1299 all-leather sofa Comparable value $1999 WOMEN’S sale $9.99- $29.99 women’s ToGo™fashions Reg. $14-$39. 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March 6 6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tickets Still Available Lupus support group talks about coping DURHAM –The next meeting of the Durham District Lupus Support Group will be welcoming health and wellness speaker Rae Anne Jammer. This meeting will be in Cana Hall at Faith Place, 44 William St., Os- hawa, from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 16. Rae Anne Jammer is a certified Health and Wellness Consultant and owner of Pathways Health Pro- motion. She specializes in stress and chronic-illness management. Ms. Jammer, who has been in re- mission from Systemic Lupus since January 2003, will present tools for coping with the daily stress and challenges of chronic illness. There will be an opportunity for questions and open discussion dur- ing this meeting as well. There is no cost to attend. To confirm your attendance, call Jody Breen, support group leader, at 905-571-4771. Teams of bowlers needed to raise funds for organization By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM –Hanging out with Jere- my Hayes gives Brad Moore a chance to do things he can’t do with his mom. For the past five years, Mr. Hayes has been a Big Brother to the 13- year-old. At the end of March, the pair joins other Big and Little Brothers and Sisters in the Bowl for Kids Sake 2004 fund-raiser. Ralph Sutton, president of Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Picker- ing, said the goal for the event this year is $78,000. A kickoff party was held last week at the East Side Mario’s Restaurant in Ajax. Bowling is March 26 to 28 at Ajax Bowl and the Rouge Hill Bowling Centre. Scott Berry of Ontario Power Gen- eration, the sponsor for the bowling event, is a former Big Brother. “To this day, I don’t know who got more out that relationship. I know I’m a better person for it,” Mr. Berry noted. He was a Big Brother for two years to a boy named Jesse. The relation- ship ended when Jesse and his mother moved to British Columbia. “It’s a good fund-raiser to get be- hind,” he said, adding getting spon- sors is an “easy sell. Let’s put them over the top.” After volunteer coaching with sporting teams for a few years, Mr. Hayes joined Big Brothers. “I was looking for something a lit- tle more challenging and personal,” said the 26-year-old. “I heard a lot about the organiza- tion. It was something I thought I could get a lot out of participating in.” Brad, a Grade 7 student in Ajax, became a Little Brother “mainly be- cause of my mom.” When asked if he liked being a Lit- tle Brother, he quickly replied, “Yeah a lot... It’s nice to go out and do stuff with Jeremy that I couldn’t do with my mom.” Some of the activities include going to movies, playing games, camping and bowling. “A lot of sports,” says Mr. Hayes, especially fishing. One time, Brad reeled in a 15- pounder. Describing the moment, with his arms spread wide, Brad said the fish was “probably that big.” Brad said Mr. Hayes is “real fun, unlike some older guys. He does a lot of kids’ stuff and sports.” Mr. Hayes said of Brad, “He gives me a great reason to get out and enjoy a lot of activities a single guy wouldn’t normally participate in. He’s very intelligent and a polite per- son. He has a great sense of humour. We g et along great.” Sharlene Melnike, the organiza- tion’s executive director, says there are 27 Little Brothers and Sisters waiting for a match. The bowling event is one of two major fund-raisers for the associa- tion, the other being a golf tourna- ment June 15. “If we don’t make our goal, we would have to initiate another fund- raiser because we can’t make ends meet without it,” Ms. Melnike said. The organization has already re- ceived a cheque for $1,501 from Smit- ty ’s Fine Furniture in Pickering. Store manager Kathe Frazee said the proceeds were raised during a preferred customer sale. For more information or to get pledge sheets, call 905-831-3777 or go to the Web site at www.bigbrother- sandsistersofajaxpickering.com. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 11 A/P LOOKLOOK for yourfor your COVERS flyerCOVERS flyer in today’in today’s papers paper Selected ArSelected Ar ea’ea’ss MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING “Knowledge with Understanding” 401 Kingston Rd. Pickering 905-509-1722 montessorilearningcentre.com CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF QUALITY EDUCATION IN PICKERING - PASS THE WORD- Past Alumni, parents & teachers RSVP to: TAWNI MALEWICZ - 416-281-3196 or gymtech@rogers.com DONNA Dibiase - 905-420-4224 or dilumi@sympatico.ca MARYLOU MARTIN - marylou.martin@rbc.com Join us on June 5 for our 20 YEAR REUNION Garden Party: 2:00 to 4:00pm Coffee House: 7:00 to 9:00pm PICOV FURNITURE C.C. LTD. 1080 Brock Rd. Unit 8. Pick. 831-6040 Ask about our In-Home Service HYW 2 401 BAYLYBROCK RD.RECOVER YOUR SOFA $48900 fabric included Little kids pinning hopes on big turnout Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo From left, Kristen McIntyre, Jeremy Hayes, Ryan Moore and Brad Moore, are hoping for a big turnout this month at the Big and Little Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Pickering’s Bowl for Kids Sake 2004 fund-raiser. Sale prices end Saturday, March 6, 2004, while quantities last Furniture selection varies by store. Please contact your local Sears store for details SALE visit us at www.sears.ca save $400 SEARS-O-PEDIC Integrated Coil ‘Horizon’ series 1563BD Queen sleep set Regular-top or pillow-top. Sears reg. 999.98. 599.98 ONLY $25 MONTHLY* Also available in Twin, Double and King sizes. While quantities last Almost all furniture**and sleep sets on ENDS SATURDAY! $10 million National Sleep Set Closeout Event! We must clear our inventory to make room for new models arriving soon. 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(905) 455-1255 Mississauga Home Store Hwy. 5 & 403 (905) 820-6801 Sleep sets are also available at the following Department Stores: Barrie Georgian Mall (705) 726-4451 Bramalea City Centre (905) 458-1141 Erin Mills Town Centre (905) 607-2300 Fairview Mall Shopping Centre (416) 502-3733 Markville Shopping Centre (905) 946-1866 Newmarket Upper Canada Mall (905) 898-2300 Oshawa Shopping Centre (905) 576-1711 Pickering Town Centre (905) 420-8000 Promenade Shopping Centre (905) 731-3388 Scarborough Town Centre (416) 296-0171 Sherway Gardens (416) 620-6011 Square One Shopping Centre (905) 270-8111 Woodbine Shopping Centre (416) 798-3800 Yo rkdale Shopping Centre (416) 789-1105 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Region water pipes taking a beating By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM – While cast iron may be great for cooking, it’s proving to be not so good for the Region’s water pipes. The cast iron pipes used to build Durham’s watermain system between the 1940s and 1970s are more suscep- tible to breaks than the polyvinyl chloride pipes used for watermains since the early 1980s, said John Pres- ta, director of environmental services for the Region. That, combined with f luctuating temperatures and cold weather (also prime conditions for potholes to form), make for busy times at the works department. In 2003, the Region responded to 212 watermain breaks, up from 197 in 2002. And the majority of the breaks last year - 98 - were in older parts of Oshawa. “It’s the largest system, Oshawa, and it’s also the oldest,” Mr. Presta said. “Obviously it has the highest po- tential for breaks.” Electrical currents in the ground cause the cast iron to corrode, Mr. Presta said. It starts to pit, sprouts small leaks, then cracks and finally bursts. The Region does have a relin- ing program for the cast-iron pipes, where workers dig small trenches and use a cement coating. A block - known as an anode - can also be used to extend the life of the pipes by absorbing some of the elec- trical current in the ground. “We look at the age of a system to find areas to re-line (or block),” Mr. Presta said, adding they also coordi- nate with the local municipalities on work they are doing. “The remaining system, we wait and react to it. “We definitely do not have enough money to fix the whole system.” Around $1.5 million was spent on watermain cleaning and repairs in 2003. The proposed budget for 2004 is $1.7 million. And an interesting fact for home- owners on regional water systems: If a watermain breaks on the road, the Region pays for it. If it breaks be- tween your house and the shut-off valve (usually found in your driveway or lawn), it’s considered a plumbing issue and your responsibility. Durham has not had “any major problems” with the polyvinyl chloride (PVC pipes), but the technology is still very young, Mr. Presta said. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 13 A/P Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD We keep our patients smiling by taking the time to understand their needs. Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. 905-683-1391 •A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. •Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. •Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. •A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. 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Cabernet made in this style is served in almost every bar in Paris. It’s remarkably similar to select Loire Valley reds. Score: 88; Price: $18.95 2002 Chardonnay Crisp, cool climate wines are at their best when they’re refreshing. This chardonnay is zesty. Serve well chilled and enjoy at steamy dinner parties. Score: 88; Price: $16.95 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Big, rich flavours are densely packed in this wine. Nuances of black currants, cedar, and mint are a great match with strongly textured foods laced with bold spices. Score: 91; Price: $24.95 2002 Pinot Noir Fans of Pinot Noir and the Maple Leafs know about heartbreak. They also understand exhilaration. This wine won a Bronze medal in last year’s Ontario Wine Awards – it clearly excited the experts. Score: 88; Price: $18.95 OPTION 1 “These wines were born in a picturesque winery perched on a hill with a magnificent view of the lake. The wines themselves suggest truth in the old saying ‘Beauty begets beauty.’” DAVID FARNELL WINE CONNECTION SOMMELIER $79 80 One bottle of each wine shown Discovery Pack: Creekside 2002 Merlot Our best selling Merlot ever. To asty oak and violet aromas leap right out of the glass. Rich and fleshy blackberry fruit on the palate. Simply stunning value. Score: 91; Price $12.95 Cilento 2002 Shiraz If you love big, bold, spicy wines – this Aussie styled Ontario Shiraz could soon become your local favourite. A real crowd pleaser. Score: 88; Price $14.95 Château des Charmes 2002 Aligoté This is a perfect aperitif wine. In Burgundy, they add a touch of crème de cassis to make a Kir. This version brims with spicy apple and pear flavours. Score: 89; Price: $10.95 Vineland Estates 2002 Chardonnay A floral, fresh melon scented wine with a soft silky texture. This is chardonnay for people who don’t want their wine over ripe and too lavishly oaked. Score: 88; Price: $12.95 Cilento 2002 “Renaissance” Semi Dry Vidal Slightly off dry with the aroma of nectarine, this wine could be Ontario’s answer to the “Two Buck Chuck” phenomenon – an outstanding wine for the price. Score: 87; Price: $6.95 (no kidding!) Lakeview Cellars 2002 Gamay A light, soft wine that is pleasing to the palate. Excellent with fruit and cheese trays. Ruby red fruit with cranberry accented flavours. Score: 87; Price $9.60 OPTION 2 “Our Discovery Pack is always a voyage of the senses for wine lovers. Six different grapes, six terrific expressions of Ontario winemaking prowess. Vidal and Aligote are little known but make fine whites. The potent Creekside Merlot is exciting and Cilento Shiraz heralds a new era for syrah in Ontario. Enjoy.” GORDON STIMMELL TORONTO STAR WINE CRITIC $68 35 One bottle of each wine shown OPTION 3 OPTION 4 OPTION 5 OPTION 6 $75 00 $61 70 $77 70 Red Lovers 6 Pack Tw o bottles of each discovery pack red White Lovers 6 Pack Tw o bottles of each discovery pack white The Fighting Varietals Three bottles of Vineland Chardonnay & three bottles of Creekside Merlot Mix Your Six Choose any combination of wines to create your ideal six pack $4170 FROM Just Add Gold: TWENTY VALLEY 2001 SELECT LATE HARVEST VIDAL The next time you're going to a dinner party, bring this succulent dessert wine with you. Your friends will finish their meal by praising your good taste. Score: 89; Price $16.95 Add one bottle to any case ordered. WE • taste • score • select • deliver YOU • order • relax • enjoy • order again ORDER NOW Drink responsiblyPLEASE www.MetrolandWineConnection.com or call 1-86 6-216-1225 While quantities last. Delivered direct to your home or office for a charge of $6.95 for the first case. ($9.95 to Northern Ontario). Only $3.50 each additional case. Bottles NOT sold separately. “If we hosted a ‘Peoples Choice Awards’ these wines would take top honours. They are the top selling wines from our online Wine Cellar. Available as solid cases of six.” SHARI DARLING WINE CONNECTION WINE ASSESSOR STELLAR CELLARSMetrolandWineConnection.comVISIT OUR BOOTH AT THE WINE AND CHEESE SHOW, MARCH 12, 13, 14 AT THEINTERNATIONAL CENTERNEAR PEARSON AIRPORT.SEE OUR WEBSITE FORMORE DETAILS Peninsula Ridge 2002 Merlot . . . . . . . . . . .92 . . . . . .$119.70/six pack . . .($19.95/btl) Creekside 2002 Pinot Noir . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 . . . . . .$95.70/six pack . . .($15.95/btl) Creekside 2000 Laura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 . . . . . .$95.70/six pack . . .($15.95/btl) Konzelmann 2000 Chardonnay . . . . . . . . .89 . . . . . .$77.70/six pack . . . .($12.95/btl) Harbour Estates 2002 Chardonnay . . . . . .90 . . . . . .$77.70/six pack . . . .($12.95/btl) Marynissen 2000 Cab/Merlot . . . . . . . . . .90 . . . . . .$77.70/six pack . . . .($12.95/btl) Angel’s Gate 2002 Gamay . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 . . . . . .$77.70/six pack . . . .($12.95/btl) Angel’s Gate 2002Vidal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 . . . . . .$71.70/six pack . . . .($11.95/btl) Château des Charmes Chardonnay . . . . . . .87 . . . . . .$59.70/six pack . . . .($9.95/btl) Château des Charmes Cabernet . . . . . . . . .87 . . . . . .$59.70/six pack . . . .($9.95/btl) Expertly Chosen Wine Delivered to Your Home or Office Between 8am and 8pm A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com PICKERING –A potential hydrogen leak on the non-nuclear side of a Pickering reactor had employees scrambling Sunday night. Ontario Power Generation spokesman John Earl said Unit 6 was off-line when the possible leak was discovered. “The operator had an indicator there was a potential hydrogen leak in the turbine generating side,” he said, adding that side is on the ‘con- ventional’ or non-nuclear side of the plant. Hydrogen is used as a coolant in the turbine, he said. “There was a potential leak in the coolant system,” he explained. “Hy- drogen can be volatile, flammable.” The turbine area was evacuated as a safety precaution and the nu- clear firefighting staff was called to the site. Also, Pickering Fire Ser- vices was notified and sent crews, he said. “They continue to investigate if it was a leak,” Mr. Earl stated. “We’ll know what the issue is in the next day or so.” Also, the company will know what repairs need to be done, he added. The unit was off-line for routine maintenance. “When it was off-line, the indica- tor came on. 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NAV CAN, ATSC, Insurance Fees, Airport Improvement Fees, fuel surcharge and taxes are additional. Flights operated by Air Transat. For full terms and conditions refer to Air Transat Holidays’ 2003-2005 Cruise brochure. Ont Reg#50009486. CRUISINGCRUISING ➧GREAT CRUISE LINES AVAILABLE WITH US! MADE EASY! MADE EASY! CruiseShipCenters has been one of North America’s leading cruise vacation spe- cialists since 1987. As a result, we have favourable relationships with the world’s most popular cruise lines and receive pre- ferred pricing on the most popular destina- tions and departure dates. We also purchase large blocks of staterooms in advance to ensure the lowest prices available and to offer additional exclusive on board amenities.This month’s articles will give you a brief overview of the preferred cruise lines we offer. Carnival:The emphasis on Carnival’s ships is round-the-clock fun! You’ll find dozens of activities,Vegas-style revues, and a variety of nightspots from high-energy dis- cos to cozy piano bars. They also boast the excellent Camp Carnival program for chil- dren. Cabins are roomy and average 185 square feet. Most of Carnival’s ships stay in the Caribbean year round but the spirit heads to Alaska in the summer with a few transitional Panama Canal and Hawaiian journeys.Carnival also leaves New York for a popular Bermuda itinerary. Pr incess:This popular cruise line covers the globe with a wide variety of destinations. Its fleet consistently maintains high levels of quality in food and service and offers a well- rounded cruising experience. Its newer ships boast a large percentage of standard cabins with balconies.This year Princess debuts the Caribbean Princess, ship that will stay in the Caribbean year round and offer such features as “Dive-In Movies”. In addition, the new Diamond and Sapphire Princess will each begin sailing in Alaska this year and they will bring a new level of glamour, service, and amenities in cruising. Royal Caribbean:This line covers more than 160 destinations worldwide with itiner- aries ranging from three nights to 17 days. These ships are relaxed, elegant, and upscale. They have a broad appeal that attracts every- one from honeymooners to families to cou- ples celebrating golden anniversaries. Royal Caribbean’s Adventure Ocean youth pro- gram features activities for kids ages three to 17.The program offers sports,theme parties, talent shows, and supervised recreational and educational activities. All the cruise lines offer something a bit different. That’s why we take the time to discuss your travel preferences with you to make sure we offer you the right cruise for you. Drop by and visit us at the Westney Heights Plaza, beside Shoppers Drug Mart. 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OVERT members helped out in the search for Cecelia Zhang, the 9- year-old from Toronto who disappeared from her home last October and has yet to be found. The group also delivered supplies last year to those quarantined with symp- toms of SARS. As well, OVERT members have recently joined the call to search for missing Alzheimer’s patients and suicidal individuals. For Rob Taylor, OVERT unit chief and media rela- tions representative, the organization is a way of life. Mr. Taylor describes the role of OVERT as a community response team, able to reinforce professional emergency units. He said recruits re- ceive training by police to effectively conduct a search. He said an intense re- cent training program in Lindsay was one of four that take place in loca- tions in and around Durham Region each year. The Lindsay site was chosen to train re- cruits to cope in harsh weather conditions on dif- ferent types of terrain. “We also train in Port Hope, Ajax and Picker- ing,” said Mr. Taylor. “If something happens in that town, we know the place.” For OVERT to continue its work, funding is essen- tial. Mr. Taylor says OVERT has been approaching municipalities recently for funding, and so far Clarington is on board, while Oshawa and Ajax- Pickering are still looking into it. “We gauge funding at seven and a half cents per person in a municipality,” said Mr. Taylor. “We have upcoming presentations scheduled in Cobourg, Port Hope and Uxbridge.” Mr. Taylor said funding helps subsidize equip- ment and travelling ex- penses with recruits pay- ing the rest out of their own pockets. “It’s a financial commit- ment of between $500 and $700 each (for members of the team),” he said. “A lot of these people give up sick days to go out on a call. It would be nice to be able to outfit them.” OVERT recently at- tracted 40 new recruits and organizers and is hoping to eventually ser- vice all of south central Ontario. This year, OVERT is looking at expanding its operation with an auxil- iary unit for those who want to help but can’t af- ford the time-commit- ment of training exercis- es. The auxiliary unit will participate in fund-rais- ing events and take over delivery exercises that oc- curred during the SARS outbreak. To join OVERT, re- cruits must not have a criminal record, be at least 20, hold a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent ed- ucation, standard level f irst aid and CPR Level C. For more information about the group e-mail at recruiting@overt.ca. A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Also available at: PICKERING Pickering Town Centre (905) 837-1212 Offer ends March 9, 2004. Some conditions and restrictions apply. Pricing/offer subject to change and/or extension without notice. 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Pickering Earlier this week, in conjunction with nutrition month, students, administration and volunteers from the nutrition programs at Bayview Heights P.S., Glengrove P.S., Sir John A. MacDonald P.S., Altona Forest P.S., and St. Wilfrid C.S. were on hand to share the success stories of their program, and each receive a cheque, from Canadian Tire Pickering and Budget Car & Truck Rental, which will be used to purchase food and supplies for their child nutrition program. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo To the rescue PICKERING –– Members of ski patrol teams from across the province were at Lakeridge Ski Resort on the weekend for the provincial first aid competition. The Beaver Valley team prepared a ‘victim’ for transport as judges looked on. Residents want City to follow provincial orders By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING – Residents invoked the plans of the provincial government as they expressed their unhappi- ness with the City’s growth manage- ment study Monday night. Several people made delegations Monday night to Pickering council concerning the Phase 2 report of the City’s growth management study. They said the Duffins Rouge Agri- cultural Preserve shouldn’t be de- veloped, arguing this is what the Province wants too. “We hope that you, our elected representatives, will recognize now that the Province of Ontario does not want that land developed and concentrate on planning Seaton,” said Isobel Thompson, a Whitevale resident. The report’s structural plan shows development in both Seaton and in the southern part of the pre- serve, which is protected by agricul- tural easements. If those easements remain, no urban development would be allowed. In a letter to Mayor Dave Ryan, Minister of Municipal Affairs John Gerretsen reiterated the Province’s position. “This government identified in its campaign platform that we will build a Golden Horseshoe greenbelt by adding important new areas, such as the Duffins Rouge Agricul- tural Preserve,” the letter reads. The correspondence was a fol- lowup to a meeting Mayor Ryan had with Mr. Gerretsen Jan. 29 to dis- cuss Seaton, the agricultural pre- serve and the City’s growth man- agement study. Wa rd 1 City Councillor Kevin Ashe suggested the study should be forwarded to the Province so it could decide the next step. “If we read between the lines in this letter, [it’s saying] you ignore the agricultural preserve and move forward on the Seaton develop- ment,” he said. In regards to Seaton the letter reads: “The ministry has undertak- en a process to identify a consultant to assist with preparing a plan for the development of Seaton for the government’s consideration. I be- lieve that by building on the good- will we created at our meeting we can work together in a way that meets our shared objective of devel- oping Seaton.” In an interview Tuesday, Mayor Ryan said the City plans to work with the Province. “The minister has inherited a sit- uation that he is struggling with and I don’t think he has a full un- derstanding of the issues in Picker- ing yet,” he said. “We will continue to work on the growth management study.” Mr. Gerretsen said in the letter he would take the mayor up on his offer to tour Seaton and the adjacent lands, as well, ministry staff have been instructed to undertake a dia- logue with City officials on develop- ment issues in North Pickering. KEVIN ASHE ‘If we read between the lines in this letter...’ www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 25 A/P BANKRUPTCY BANKRUPTCY $ 10,000,000 WORTH OF INVENTORY $ 10,000,000 WORTH OF INVENTORY OUR PRICES HAVE JUST DROPPED... 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Fraser Ltd., Hopkins Transportation, Hubbell Canada Inc., John Boddy Homes, Loblaws Pickering Market Staff, McDonald’s Restaurants - Ajax, Mosey & Mosey, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 322 Ajax, Runnymede Development Corporation Ltd., Sabourin Kimble & Associates Ltd., Select Acoustic Supply Inc., T. Arnts Loam Supply Ltd., To wn of Ajax - Mayor’s Office, Witty Insurance Brokers Ltd. CANADIAN PROGRESS CLUB Durham South Ui i C D h & University of Ontario Institute of Technology AJAX MUFFLER AND RAD SHOP LTD. THE FULL SE R VI CE S H O P Cross border distributions solutions that work Call us to bowl @ 905-831-3777 It’s So Easy To Participate •Form a team of 5 or 6 people and choose a captain. Captains will receive a FREE Big Brothers and Sisters T-shirt. •Captains will telephone Big Brothers and Sisters (905) 831-3777 to reserve your team lane. First come first served! •A minimum of $5.00 per pledge. Pledges of $20.00 and more will be issued tax receipts if sponsor information is complete. Pledges of $25.00 or more can be invoiced. •Collect as many pledges as you can and bring your sponsor sheet and money that you’ve collected with you on the day you bowl. Challenge Events Bring out your team(s) to have some fun competition with other people from like organizations in our Challenge Events. An award for each Challenge winning team for Most Funds Raised will be presented at Big Brothers and Sisters awards night. Friday March 26th, 2004 - 4:30pm Mayors Challenge-Ajax Bowl Saturday & Sunday March 27th & 28th - afternoons Business•Bank•Real Estate•Non- Profit Groups•Media• Schools at Rouge Hill Bowling Centre Sunday March 28th - 10pm Restaurant Challenge-Rouge Hill Bowling Centre Thank You to: Rouge Hill Bowl, Ajax Bowl & Plaza Bowl A United Way Agency VolkswagenROTARYCLUBOF A JAXPickering and Durham (Ajax) A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 27 A/P Political payout Mayor $120,000, councillor $50,000 Mayor $72,250, councillor $28,500 Mayor $67,215, councillor $27,127 Mayor $64,640, councillor $25,856 Mayor $54,345, councillor $29,376 No severance No severance No severance Mayor $191,104, councillor $119,216 Mayor $29,150, councillor $26,500, deputy mayor $29,000 Mayor $91,664, councillor $54,998 No severance Mayor $14,307, councillor $8,908 No severance No severance No severance No severance Mayor $85,048, councillor $46,513 No severance Numbers indicate maximum severances for mayors and councillors. GTA Salaries and severances DURHAM Region Chair salary: $146,650 Councillor salary: $38,820 Severance: one month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 18 months’ pay Maximum severance: Chair $219,975; Councillor $58,230 Pickering Mayor salary: $60,000 Councillor salary: $25,000 Severance: one month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 24 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $120,000; Council- lor $50,000 Ajax Mayor salary: $51,000 Councillor salary: $20,375 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay, plus OMERS Maximum severance: Mayor $51,000; Councillor $20,375 Whitby Mayor salary: $57,800 Councillor salary: $22,800 Severance: One month’s salary for every year served to the average maximum of the south Durham municipalities - 15 months Maximum severance: Mayor $72,250; Councillor $28,500 Oshawa Mayor salary: $67,215 Councillor salary: $27,127 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $67,215; councillor $23,527 Clarington Mayor salary: $64,640 Councillor salary: $25,856 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $64,640; councillor $25,856 Scugog Mayor salary: $21,900 Councillor salary: $14,400 Severance: none Uxbridge Mayor salary: $27,173 Councillor salary: $14,688; regional councillor: $16,769 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 24 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $54,346; councillor $29,376; regional council- lor $33,538 Brock Mayor salary: $22,100 Councillor salary: $13,760; regional councillor: $14,760 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 24 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $44,200; councillor $27,520; regional council- lor $29,520 YORK Region Chair salary: $155,105 Councillor salary: $39,770 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay; if on council longer than 12 years, councillor can collect three weeks’ pay per additional year served to a maximum of 18 additional weeks pay Maximum severance: Chair $208,795; Councillor $53,537 Aurora Mayor salary: $40,000 Councillor salary: $17,500 Severance: none East Gwillimbury Mayor salary: $34,403 Councillor salary: $21,943 Severance: none King Mayor salary: $29,035 Councillor salary: $16,150 Severance: none Georgina Mayor salary: $41,000 Councillor salary: $17,400, deputy mayor $25,000 Severance: none Markham Mayor salary: $58,300 Councillor salary: $53,000, deputy mayor $58,000 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of six months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $29,150; councillor $26,500; deputy mayor $29,000 Newmarket Mayor salary: $58,311 Councillor salary: $27,211; regional councillor $38,874 Severance: none Richmond Hill Mayor salary: $91,664 Councillor salary: $54,998 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $91,664; councillor $54,998 Vaughan Mayor salary: $95,552 Councillor salary: $59,608 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served, with no maximum - if you serve on council for 24 years, you receive 24 months pay Maximum severance: (using 24 months) Mayor $191,104; councillor $119,216 Whitchurch-Stouffville Mayor salary: $28,615 Councillor salary: $17,816 Severance: One month’s pay per year served to a maximum of six months’ pay Maximum severance: Durham Region council recently spent more than $400,000 increasing salaries and benefits to its members, including moving the maximum severance payout from 12 to 18 months. At the local level, there is no consisten- cy in either salaries or severance payouts, so Metroland reporters went across the GTA to compare the payouts to local and regional politicians. By Carly Foster DURHAM —When it comes to salaries and severance for councillors, mayors and regional chairmen, Durham - like the entire Greater Toronto Area - is all over the map. While some municipalities have no severance, others are members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Re- tirement System, which provides pensions to thousands of municipal employees in the province. Many base sev- erance on the number of years served, but their maxi- mum amounts are inconsistent, even within a single re- gion. In Durham, Pickering and Uxbridge share the top spot: both pay one month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 24 months. In Pickering, the mayor could max out at $120,000, a councillor at $50,000. In Uxbridge, the mayor could get No severance Mayor $117,000, councillor $70,000 Mayor $142,583, councillor $84.068 Mayor $51,000, councillor $20,375 Mayor $44,200, councillor $27,520 regional councillor $29,250 Vaughan: The City above the GTA... when it comes to severance ✦See Recognizing page 28 ✦See What page 28 Denise House marks 20 years in community DURHAM – A Durham shelter is marking 20 years of helping women and children find refuge from abusive situations. The Sedna Women’s Shelter, more commonly known as The Denise House, is planning a num- ber of events for its 20th anniversary this year, starting with a dinner and silent auction Wednesday, April 28. The shelter was the first of its kind in Durham, an- swering the needs of women and their children seeking to escape domes- tic violence. For many years, it was the only refuge in Durham and still serves women throughout the region. “As we celebrate Inter- national Women’s Day in early March, let’s remem- ber that the reason for The Denise House is more prevalent in our commu- nity than ever,” said board president Diane Higgs in a release. Executive director San- dra McCormack explained the shelter has a yearly av- erage occupancy rate of 98 per cent. A complement of professional staff and vol- unteers work closely with residents to help them re- build their lives. Tickets to the dinner and auction are available from the shelter for $50 or a table for $400. For ticket information, call Melanie Guy at 905- 728-7311. For more information about the shelter, call Ms. McCormack or Ms. Higgs at 905-728-7311. Mayor $14,308; councillor $8,908 TORONTO Mayor salary: $142,583 Councillor salary: $84,068 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $142,583; councillor $84,068 PEEL Region Chair salary: $135,767 Councillor: $41,616 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Chair $135,767; councillor $41,616 Brampton Mayor salary: $85,048 Councillor salary: $46,513 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $85,048; councillor $46,513 Mississauga Mayor salary: $117,000 Councillor salary: $70,000 Severance: One month’s pay for every year served to a maximum of 12 months’ pay Maximum severance: Mayor $117,000; councillor $70,000 Caledon Mayor salary: $42,801 Councillor salary: $21,089 Severance: none HALTON Region Chair salary: $139,277 Councillor salary: $35,135 Severance: none Oakville Mayor salary: $68,293 Councillor salary: $27,774 Severance: none Milton Mayor salary: $44,340 Councillor salary: $19,039 Severance: none Burlington Mayor salary: $90,855 Councillor salary: $42,882 Severance: none Halton Hills Mayor salary: 45,374 Councillor salary: 19,308 Severance: none around $54,000, a council- lor between $29,400 and $33,500. “When you look at Uxbridge...we’ve got a lot of longtime councillors here,” said Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor, who will have served 26 years at the end of this term on council. “When you look at their time served without get- ting any pension... (we wanted to) recognize the time that people have given.” And Uxbridge council has only been a member of OMERS for the past four years, Mayor O’Connor added. At the other end of the scale, Scugog remains the only municipality in Durham that has no sever- ance package. “I’ve never even heard this issue raised on the po- litical agenda,” said Mayor Marilyn Pearce, adding she can’t see it coming for- ward. “It could be that most councillors are retired or (have been) business peo- ple.” On the other side of the GTA, individual munici- palities in Halton have no severance packages, and neither does the region of Halton itself. In Halton Region, an in- dependent group of citi- zens reviews council’s com- pensation package, and salary increases are based on a formula in a bylaw, so there’s no council discus- sion about the issue, said Halton Region Chairman Jo yce Savoline. “I have no opinion on them (severances) what- soever... I like to keep it to- tally out of the public hands,” she said. “I believe the political environment only complicates things more.” There is no consistency in York Region, where six of the eight municipalities don’t have severance, yet Vaughan has the highest in the entire GTA. In Vaughan, a mayor or councillor gets one month’s pay for every year served with no maximum. So if someone is on council for 24 years, they would get 24 months pay. For a mayor, that would be around $191,104, for a coun- cillor $119,216. For Scugog’s Mayor Pearce, payouts upon de- feat or retiring aren’t part of the equation for going into public service. “At the end of the day, I don’t think it has any bear- ing on deciding to go into politics and serving your community,” she said. A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com www.royalashburngolfclub.com 995 Myrtle Rd. 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A date in Ontario Superior Court of Justice has been scheduled for March 29. “It’s not like the residents are living in an apartment, and can just move somewhere else,” said Arlene Inkster, ad- ministrator of Thorntonview. “They have to be here... they don’t have another choice, this is their home.” Ms. Inkster also pointed to the fact that all residents have a bill of rights that al- lows them to practise basic freedoms. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care reviews the bill annually, she explained, adding taking away their right to smoke would compromise these free- doms. Ms. Inkster outlined the procedures in place for allow- ing smoking within the build- ing for residents, as well as staff. “There are designated smoking areas which are well supervised,” she explained. “They (residents) are not al- lowed to keep cigarettes or lighters in their rooms.” She added the guidelines go even further for staff mem- bers, who are required to smoke in a shed constructed for this purpose outside the facility. Ms. Inkster said in- house smoke from the resi- dents goes into a completely different ventilation system from the rest of the building’s airflow. She warned forcing an el- derly resident into suddenly quitting smoking could cause problems of a “physical and emotional” nature, adding it would be unrealistic to have those individuals go outside to smoke. “What are we going to do, wheel a 90-year-old outside (in the cold) every time they want to smoke?” she asked. Ms. Inkster also said she believes the law is a double- standard, referring to the fact gambling facilities in the re- gion will remain unaffected by the new rules, including bingo halls and the Port Perry casino. Branches of the Royal Canadian Legion are also unaffected. Pickering Regional Coun- cillor Mark Holland said there are specific reasons for exempting those particular venues, adding it was a diffi- cult decision to do so. “Banning smoking in bingo halls would have an impact on charity events,” Mr. Hol- land explained, adding many charities rely on attendance at the halls to raise funds. Turnout could be negatively impacted by not allowing smoking. “We’re not going to ask war veterans (who fought for our country) in the legions to stop smoking,” he added, not- ing it is a matter of respect. As far as the casino, he said, it is a “jurisdiction” issue. The Mississaugas of Scu- gog Island First Nations band runs the casino, he said, and it would be unjust for the Re- g ion to impose the ban within the building. Mr. Holland said there was a “surprising lack of feed- back” overall from businesses across the region, although he said they were given months to voice their opin- ions and possibly challenge the law. Durham spokesman Glen- dene Collins said each munic- ipality had an equal say when the law was brought to the table in June 2002. “There were eight meetings across all eight municipalities (in the region)... It was an open forum for people to give their input,” she explained. Ms. Collins also said there was a dedicated voice mail, as well as e-mail set up for pub- lic comments at the time of the consultations. She added that a report was drawn up from public input and brought to regional council for review. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 31 A/P 4ICKETSATTHE/SHAWA#IVIC!UDITORIUM"OX/FFICEANDATALL 4ICKETMASTERLOCATIONS6ISITWWWTICKETMASTERCAORCHARGEBYPHONE   &OREVENTINFORMATIONVISITWWWOSHAWACACIVICEVENTS &2)$!9-!9 n0- /3(!7!#)6)#!5$)4/2)5- 0DNHVD *UHDW0RWKHU V 'D\*LIW HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering www.herongate.com (905) 472-3085 Presents The hilarious Comedy Alone Together by Lawrence Roman Not valid with any other offer ✁$10 For Fri. March 12, Thurs. March 18 & Fri. March 19 OFF PER COUPLE✁For Reservations Call: MARCH BREAK SPECIAL Playing until March 20/04 CLIP AND SAVE N.E. CORNER WHITES & KINGSTON 905-420-0669 LIVE MUSIC SATURDAYS Nursing home fights Durham smoking ban MARK HOLLAND ‘Surprising lack of feedback’ overall. Michael Peech used downtime to develop artistic side Jeff Hayward Special to the News Advertiser AJAX –It's never too late in life to start doing some- thing you are passionate about. Michael Peech did just that – the 40-year-old Ajax artist didn't start creating his works until fairly re- cently, including some paintings currently on display at the McLean Community Centre, 95 Mag ill Dr. in Ajax. Al- though he has had a long- time interest in art, he turned to this creative outlet only about four years ago. He said a non-life- threatening illness, which required him to spend much of his time at home, inspired him to pick up a paintbrush. "It gave me a new per- spective," Peech said. The artist compares his style of work to that of Fernand Leger, who along with Pablo Picasso pio- neered the cubist move- ment. Peech is self-taught, and works out of a home studio. He started out working in oils, but has now expanded to include acrylics, inks and pastels. A member of the PineR- idge Arts Council, Peech is hoping to make a name for himself and has re- ceived plenty of public ex- posure of late. Along with his current exhibit, he was recently featured in 'A Body of Wo rks, The Study of the Human Form,' which ended its run at the Ajax Public Library Feb. 29. His current show is open to the public Mon- day to Friday, from 6 a.m. to 10 :30 p.m., as well as Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Ad- mission is free. For more information on the exhibit, call April Polak at 905-683-8458. Entertainment FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. The following movies open in local theatres this week- end. Starsky & Hutch Directed by Todd Phillips Starring Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Snoop Dogg, Vince Vaughn, Carmen Electra, Molly Sims, Amy Smart, Juilette Lewis, Chris Penn, Fred Williamson, Brande Roderick, Jason Bateman This movie explores ori- gins of the crime-fighting duo David Starsky and Ken 'Hutch' Hutchinson from the TV series of the same name. The two undercover Bay City detectives are part- nered for their very first assignment. Starsky is de- voted to his job, always on duty, loves his red Gran Torino and goes through partners quickly. Hutch is laid back, has good in- stincts, likes to make a quick buck and needs to focus. Captain Dobey pairs them up and puts them on the streets in a murder investigation. Also opening this week- end is 'Hidalgo.' Starsky and Hutch are back FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS, CLICK ON durhamregion.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Anger and passion personified PICKERING –– The Sears Drama Festival was held at Dunbarton High School this week with secondary students from around Durham taking part. The student written and directed ‘The Judy Laurens Story,’ from Dunbarton, featured an intense scene with Kat Wallace (Judy) and Andrew Loder (Edward). They were in rehearsal this week preparing for their turn on stage Friday, the final day of the festival. Art gives new perspective Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson bring ‘Starsky and Hutch’ to the big screen, with a sense of humour. Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo Michael Peech, a relative newcomer to the arts scene, is the feature artist at the McLean Community Centre until March 15. PICKERING –Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre's spring season includes; 'Alone Together,' 'Getting Mama Married,' and 'The Senator Wore Pantyhose.' 'Alone Together' takes a look at family relations and what to do when the kids move back in. The play is on now through March 20. 'Getting Mama Married,' a comedy, will run from March 26 to May 8. 'The Senator Wore Pantyhose' pokes fun at re- ligious and political scan- dals. It hits the stage May 14 to June 26. Each evening starts at 6 p.m. Ticket prices are $43.95 for Thursday, Friday and Sunday. For Saturday evenings, tickets cost $48.95. If buying tickets in groups of 15 or more the cost is $35.95 per person and in groups of 40 or more the tickets cost $33.95 per person. Prices include all applicable taxes. For more information and reservations visit the web site at www.heron- gate.com or call the box of- fice at 905-472-3085. Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre is located at 2285 Altona Rd., Pickering. Dinner theatre has full spring schedule Sports FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Scoreboard The latest scores, results and standings See page 38 Ready for the world Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Jeremy Booker is preparing for the Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships next month. The Ajax resident is part of the national team and a member of the Whitby Steel Hawks team. Jeremy Booker part of Team Canada club that’s off to international championships By Jeff Hayward Special to the News Advertiser AJAX – A local hockey player has scored a chance at international success. Jeremy Booker has overcome personal challenges, to gain recognition as one of the coun- try’s top sledge hockey players. The Ajax High School student has been a member of the nation- al team for two years and is off to the Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships in Sweden from April 17 to 24. The young athlete, who is af- flicted with spina bifida, says he has been hoping for the opportu- nity to play for his country for some time now. “I wasn’t able to try out for the team until they lifted the age re- quirements,” the 17-year-old said. He added that in the past, any- one wanting to qualify for the na- tional team had to be 18. There are also multiple levels of tryouts to be considered. Canada is sending 17 players to Sweden, with Booker the second youngest. He noted the older players have taken him under their wing. “They’re awesome,” he said. “They’re pushing us (younger players) all the time, but we push them too.” Booker said Lou Mulvihill, who retired from the team last year, was particularly influential. “I met him at a tournament in Kitchener, and asked for his auto- graph,” Booker said. “He signed my name and beside it wrote ‘take my place’.” Students at Ajax High are also invited to come out March 10 to a fund-raising event in support of the national team. Members of the boys and girls hockey teams will try the sledges during a session at the Ajax Com- munity Centre. For $2 the public can come out and watch the fun. Booker is acting as coach for both sides. While the nationals in Sweden are just ahead, the young athlete is already looking down the road, mentioning his interest to play for Canada in the 2006 Para- lympics in Torino. “I hope to be there,” he said. “There will be more tryouts... I’m not guaranteed a spot on the team.” Squash tourney a hit for players, junior programs PICKERING -A number of players came out on top at a recent annual squash tournament. Players travelled from across the GTA Feb. 20 to 22 for the ninth annual Lee Hanebury Memorial Tournament, held at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex. Among the 115 competitors on hand were some of the top players in the province. All proceeds from the tourna- ment went to the development of ju- nior squash programs in Pickering and throughout Ontario. The winners were: A men, Dane Sharp, A women, Gail Pimm; B men, Ke vin Cahill, B women, Rebecca Bry- dges; C men, John Ernst, C women, Summer Grimes; D men, Gary Hamp- ton, D women, Victoria Templer; E men, John Doherty, E women, Juliette McIntyre. Anyone interested in learn- ing about the squash program at the complex can call 905-683-6582. Lions come up just short in Pe terborough AJAX – They roared out of the gate, but injuries eventually caught up with the Ajax Lions Sure Fit Home Furnishings major bantam girls’ rep basketball team in a recent tourna- ment. Playing in a tournament in Peter- borough last weekend, the Lions started out pounding Grimsby 40-19, as Monica Jones led the offence with 13 points. Other scorers were Simone Thomas with eight, Melissa Conroy six, and Sypreecha Chaloemjam three. Ajax started strong in Game 2, but injuries and foul trouble came into play as the Lions dropped a 46-39 de- cision to the York Avengers. Conroy ripped 17 points, followed by Jones with eight, Thomas and Emily Short with five each, and two from both Kaitlin Devoe and Amy Duane. At the half, Ajax led 23-16, but as the injuries and fouls added up, York was able to go on a 17-7 fourth-quar- ter run to win. Alyson Trinier, a strong defensive player, was injured early in the first quarter and Jones also had to leave the game. In Game 3 against Collingwood, the Lions were able to rebound to win 31-29. Top scorers were Conroy, Short, Devoe and Thomas. Ajax won the game in the last 20 seconds on a basket by Short. A solid team effort was needed to overcome all the in- juries, including two starters who missed the game. Ajax didn’t advance into the play- off round. Next up is a tournament in Guelph March 13 and 14. Lindsay Panchan, Amelie Baudin and Samantha Elsenaar are also members of the club. Coaches are Jason Sheehan and Pat McGlynn. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING –– St.Mary player Amanda Morra charges past Dunbarton's Carly Marshall on the way to the net and a 4-2 win in the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics senior girls’ championship game Wednesday. Sports Briefs MARCH 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 33 A/P Monarchs reign again in girls’ hockey St. Mary wins LOSSA hockey title PICKERING –The St. Mary varsity girls’ hockey team has retained its Durham crown. Now the Mon- archs are looking to retain their provincial title as well. St. Mary battled it out with Dunbarton in the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) final at Iroquois Park in Whitby March 3, coming away with a 4-2 victory for its third con- secutive LOSSA crown. Nicole Ruta helped power the team to the win with a three-goal perfor- mance, while Jessica Judges adding the other. Scoring for Dunbarton were Laura Clayton and Brianna Gooding. St. Mary manager Melanie Cay- ford said the team had a strategy to control the Dunbarton scoring. “We had two players on their top scorer the whole game,” Cay- ford said. St. Mary played without regu- lar goaltender Quinn Caggiula, who broke her ankle just before playoff action began. Grade 9 re- placement Michelle Bradley stepped in. Dunbarton coach Tammy Johnson is looking forward to an- other chance against St. Mary, hoping they will meet up at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) championships, which begin later this month. Both clubs qualified for the provincial showdown and the Monarchs are the defending champs. “(Our) team usually has more speed,” she said of the loss. As for preparing for the next round, she said the team had yet to determine what areas they will be working on. The loss to St. Mary was the only defeat of the season for Dunbarton, which ended with a 7-1 record. 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Purchases and refinances. Get approved. Call R/E Active Mortgages. (905)420-8866 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, To ronto. CAN'T GET A MORTGAGE?? We can help. We have special program that helps you own your own home. 1-800-309-9824 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.60% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt con- solidation a specialty. For fast pro- fessional service call (905)666- 4986 DEBT problems? Settle your debts interest-free without bankruptcy, payments geared to income, stop garnishments and harassment from creditors. Call (905)721-8251 For Free Consultation. LET me show you how to reduce your monthly bills by using your equity. Get the best rate on your new home. Call Deborah Allin at SGH Mortgages Inc. Apply on line at deborahallin.com. or call 905- 697-3540. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgments, garnishments, mort- gage foreclosures & harassing creditor calls. GET: debt Consoli- dations, & protection for your as- sets. Call now: (905)576-3505 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 MORTGAGES/LOANS - Purchas- es, refinances up to 107%. Great rates, no income qualifications. Call 905-426-2900. $750+hydro (heat paid). 2-bdrm renovated upper floor of duplex, North Central Oshawa, Close to bus & amenities. Hardwood floors, bright. References. Suit 1-2 work- ing people. April 1st. Call Mike 905-576-1550. 1-BDRM APT,great Oshawa loca- tion. Separate entrance, parking, c/a, cable, all utilities incl. No pets/smoking. $780/month. Avail. immediately. (905)728-9706 2 BEDROOM apt. with own back- yard, private entrance, laundry and parking., Close to Harwood/401, avail. immediately. Call 905-426- 7755 after 6pm. 2-BDRM bsmt, Pickering, separate entrance, washer/dryer, parking, no smoking. $850mo inclusive. Avail. Apr. lst. First/last. (905)428- 7795 2-BEDROOM APT.- Available Im- mediately, $725+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, references. Sam 905-709-8152. 2-BEDROOM,Oshawa hospital area, bright, spacious upper du- plex, new carpet & paint, available May. $800 plus hydro. Non-smok- ers, call (905)432-7517. No pets. 3 BEDROOM BASEMENT Apart- ment. No pets/smoking, nice, clean, affordable. first/last, March 1st. Must be seen to appreciate. 905-839-9729 408 BLOOR ST. EAST - 2 bed- room $745+hydro (approx. $50/mo). Also 1 bed. apt.avail. April 1st, $655 + hydro ($30/mo.) 3 bed. $950+util. May 1st. First/last/1-parking. Immaculate, nice, well-maintained, bright, clean. Laundry, small building. Bus stop. No pets. 905-668-1946. A CENTRAL OSHAWA,main floor & finished basement of house, separate entrance, fridge, stove, air-conditioning, garage in- cluded. Laundry avail, new win- dows, $786, 1st/last/ref. required. Apr 1st 905-728-5583. A PLACE to call home - Oshawa. Beautiful large 2 bedroom in a clean low-rise, freshly painted, parking, laundry, Whitby 2 bed- room, Dunlop and Annes. (416) 818-3886 AJAX - 2 bedroom basement apartment, private entrance and laundry, $750/month includes util- ities, no pets/smoking. (905)428- 0915 AJAX - Church/Delaney.One bedroom basement apt. No smok- ing/pets. New Appliances, Laundry fac., gas fireplace, sep. entrance, one-parking. $775/inclusive. Avail- able April 1st. (905)619-3610 AJAX Howard South/Clements 3-bedroom basement, sep en- trance, laundry, parking, C/Air, Available immediately, $1100/mo inclusive. first/last (416)994-1782 AJAX ONE bedroom basement apartment, Bayly /Harwood, no smoking/pets, available immedi- ately. $800 per mo. cable , utilities, laundry included. lst/last required. (905) 839-6514 between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. only. AJAX spacious 1-bedroom base- ment apt, no smoking/pets, shared laundry, utilities included, parking, sep entrance, avail immediately. first/last $775/mo 905-426-1556 snp AJAX,2-bedroom basement large bright, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shopping. $950/mo in- clusive. Avail. March 1st. Call Richard - Days 416-865-7864 Eve/wknds 905-686-9662 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. immediately. Call Mike days 905- 427-4077 ext. 24, evenings 905- 442-0020 AJAX,Westney/Hwy 2, beautiful 2-bedroom condo, appliances, laundry, parking, air conditioning. Available mid-March. $1350 all in- clusive. Call (905)427-5128 AJAX, BACHELOR apt, avail im- mediately. Separate entrance. $650/mo inclusive. ALSO large room avail., upper level, $600/mo inclusive. Close to all amenities. First/last. (905)426-2961 AJAX,Harwood/Hwy #2, avail. im- mediately. Clean 2-bedroom bsmt, new 4-pc. bathroom. Separate en- trance, laundry, parking, $900/mo inclusive. No pets, prefer non- smoker. Call Dennis Morgan 905- 831-9500 or 416-587-0060. AJAX, LARGE BRIGHT 2 bed- room basement apartment, steps to lake and transit, parking, laun- dry, $875-inclusive, first/last, no smoking. Avail. immediately. Call Dave 416-409-9549 AJAX,newer 2-bedroom apart- ment, available Immediately, new appliances, new kitchen, $925/month includes utilities, cable, a/c, laundry and parking. No pets, no smoking. First/last, refer- ences. (905)683-3966 AJAX,two bedroom basement apt., approx. 1,100sq.ft., seperate entrance, laundry, utilities, one parking included. $925. No smok- ing/pets, Rossland/Church area, close to schools. Available April 1. (905)427-3717. APARTMENT - Whitby clean & bright 1 bedroom basement apart- ment with parking. 1st and last re- quired $725.00 all Inclusive. No smoking, available April 1st. 905- 665-5689. AVAILABLE APRIL 1st.Whitby, extra large one-bdrm basement, parking, private entrance, includes utilities/cable, $750/month. Refer- ences, no smoking/pets. Call after 6pm 905-430-9898 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 BEAUTIFUL clean one bedroom basement apartment, new carpets, flooring and paint throughout. New bathroom, laundry, seperate en- trance, yard, parking, no smoking, Rossland/Stevenson. lst/last. $725 inclusive. April lst. (905) 626-8000 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BRIGHT NEWLY renovated 2-bdrm bsmt, near Oshawa Cen- tre, separate entrance, cable, so- larium, own laundry facilities, large yard, 1-parking, $925/month inclu- sive, no dogs. Avail. immediately. First/last, references. 905-571- 0631. BRIGHT walkout basement apt, 1 bedroom, Pickering, Sep. en- trance. Full bath, laundry, parking. C/air. No smoking, First/last. $699 inclusive. Avail. April lst. 905-686- 4718 or 416-286-7461 BROOKLIN - Bachelor apt. with fridge, stove, 4pc. bath, large room. Available now. $595 + hy- dro/month. No pets. 905-424- 9743. CHURCH ST./HWY. 2 -Large 2-bedroom available March/April in clean, quiet bldg. $1000/mo in- clusive with parking and new appli- ances. 905-426-1161 CLAREMONT VILLAGE, ground floor, suitable for single person, fridge, stove, and utilities included. $650./mo. first, last required. available immediately. Sorry no pets. (905)649-6378 CLEAN 1 BEDROOM $790 month, utilities included. Simcoe and Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for and appointment. (905)579-9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. WHITBY -1 bedroom, in well main- tained building. 4 Sevens Realty Ltd. Broker. 905-668-7777. 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ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME Publishes every Friday D EADLINE : 12:00 noon Wednesday T O A DVERTISE : Call Janice @ 905-683-0707 or Fax 905-579-4218 W ORSHIP & & & C OME NEW CONVENIENT SCHEDULE FOR BUSY INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL CHURCH INVITES YOU TO OUR REFRESHING NEW NEW REV. A. CASTRO, PASTOR DIVERSIFIED MINISTRIES TO MEET LIFE NEEDS YOU HAVE A CHOICE: 9:00 AM OR 11:30 AM EVERY SUNDAY We are located at: 755 Oklahoma Drive, Pickering , ON L1W 2H4 (905) 420-3935 OTHER WEEKLY SERVICES SUNDAY: 10:30 am Sunday School 11:30 am Second Service 6:30 pm Praise Explosion TUESDAY: 7:00 pm Prayer WEDNESDAY: 7:30 pm Bible Study FRIDAY: 7:30 pm Youth Ministry 9:00 AM SERVICE EVERY SUNDAY MORNING AMBERLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The Family Church 1 820 Whites RD. N., Pickering L1V 1R8 (905) 839-1383 R EV . D R . M ORLEY M ITCHELL www.amberleapresbyterianchurch.ca Sunday Service at 11:00 am with Sunday School and Supervised Nursery SPECIAL EVENTS: Sun. March 7th @ 11:00 a.m. Communion Service Sun. March 28th @ 7:00 p.m. Spring Sing Concert Sat. April 3rd @ 6:30 p.m. Church Auction MENNONITE MEATS Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 10-6 & Sat 9-5 121 BROCK ST. N., WHITBY 905-665-3092 The Healthy Wholesome Tastes of Drug-free Beef,Poultry,Pork,Sausage 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y 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 ww.a j ax a p a rtme nts .c om 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. 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. COURTICE,lower level of raised bungalow, country setting, peace and quiet, 2-bdrms, l/r, d/r, full kitchen, 3pc bathroom, laundry, parking, huge lot, close to 401 and all amenities. First/last. $1150/mo inclusive. No pets. Call 905-728- 2239 Fairport/Hwy 2 - Pickering 2-bdm Bsmt. apt, large kitchen, 4 appli- ances, sep entr. No pets/Smoking. 950/MO inclusive. Call Ed/Nan Days (905) 429-1758, evenings (905) 420-9397 KING/HARMONY.Small 1-bed- room apt., suitable for one person, available April 1st. $625/month, utilities included. No pets or smok- ing. Call (905)579-3328 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm. LARGE & BRIGHT renovated 2-bdrm bsmt. Sandy Beach area, Pickering. Close to GO. Separate entrance, laundry. $900/mo inclu- sive. Avail. April 1st. No smok- ing/pets. (416)999-7188 NESTLETON/BLACKSTOCK large 2-bedroom house/apartment. Private yard. Available April 1st. $850 INCLUSIVE. Call 905-986- 5165 and leave message. Happy Spring! NORTH OSHAWA--2-bedroom apartment. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, condo fees included. No pets/smoking, first/last. Available mid-March. Very quiet building. $850 +hydro. Call 905-985-8986. NORTH WHITBY,1-bedroom, clean & bright walk-out basement, in area of nice homes, private en- trance, 4-appliances. 1-parking, no smoking/pets. $700+ 1/3 util- ities. Available March 15th. (416)574-2621 ONE BDRM bsmt apt. Ajax. Shared laundry, parking, separate entrance. Close to shop- ping/school. $750/mo inclusive. Avail. immediately. First/last req'd. Call 905-427-4994 OSHAWA - 2-BEDROOM APT., newly renovated, near OC (Ade- laide/Park), well managed, park- ing, quiet building, appliances in- cluded. All inclusive, $825/month. Laundry facilities available. Avail. immediately. 905-626-5577. OSHAWA - HARMONY/KING - across from schools & park. Laun- dry, appliances & parking. Steps to bus, shopping and easy access to 401. April 1st. No Smoking or Pets. First/Last. 3 bedroom main floor apartment with Fireplace 1200.00 + Ωutilities. 1 bedroom basement apartment $700.00 + Ω utilities. Bachelor basement apart- ment - 4 piece bath with Jacuzzi Tub $500.00 utilities incl. (905) 623-2311 OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM extreme- ly large, very clean, quiet, residen- tial neighbourhood, lots of parking, large ceramic bath & kitchen. Available immediately. No pets/smokers. Call (905)259-7118 OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site. No dogs. (905)433-2147, or 1-888-558- 2622 or 416-473-9173 OSHAWA North. 2-bedroom aprt- ment in small quiet building. A/C and underground parking included, fully carpeted, newly renovated. $950/inclusive, first/last required, avialable April 1st. (905)718-0361 OSHAWA very spacious, bright, clean, newly renovated/freshly painted 2-bedroom apt in triplex. Appliances, outdoor parking, near schools/shopping/parks. No smok- ing/pets. $850 & $875-inclusive. Immed & April 1 (905)576-0294 OSHAWA,large 1 bedroom, nicely decorated, parking, avail. March 1., $795. mo inclusive, laundry, separate entrance, clean, quiet, no smoking/pets. First/last, ref. (905)884-6922. OSHAWA,large bright 3-bedroom main flr w/deck. $1000+. Large 2-bedroom walkout $850+. Both newly renovated, very clean, laun- dry, lrg. yard, backs onto park,steps to schools, churches, community centre., No smok- ing/pets. Available April 1. (905)982-1526 PICKERING - clean 2 bedroom basement. All amenities. Suits 2 people. Share laundry. Parking. Available anytime. $875+ utilities. No pets/smoking.(905)421-9919 PICKERING - new large bright one bedroom apt. Parking, air con, laundry, no pets/smoking. $825/in- clusive. Available now. (905)420- 1896 PICKERING 2-BDRMS Basement apt (Newly renovated).Brock Rd/401. Sep. Entrance. Also 1-Bachelor bdrm Available imme- diately. At very low rent, TV-Cable included. 416-894-2778 PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly, large 2-bedroom basement apt., 2 min walk to Go and Town Centre, 1 car parking, $900, non-smoking, no pets. Call (905)421-0225 PICKERING,2-bdrm basement apartment available immediately. Very spacious, bright, no pets, non -smoking, a/c, sep. entrance. Brock/Major Oaks. First/last. $850/mo. inclusive. 905-427- 2154.. PICKERING,2-bdrm bsmt apt, bright, open concept, 4 appliances, parking, close to GO, shopping, schools. $975/mo inclusive. Call Mike days 905-427-4077 ext. 24, evenings 905-442-0020 PICKERING,2-bdrm. bsmt. apt. Seperate entrance, parking, laun- dry. No smoking/pets, suitable for single /couple. $850./month inclu- sive. Available April 1, first/last. (905)686-6577, after 4 call 905- 441-2331. PICKERING,basement apartment available April 1st. Brock/Finch, close to everything. Walkout and backyard. No laundry. Single oc- cupancy, no-smoking. First/last. $675/month. (905)428-1986. 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, FINCH/LIVERPOOL, new 2-bedroom basement apt w/big kitchen & livingroom. C/A, near schools/transit. Separate en- trance, washer/dryer, parking in- cluded. No smoking/pets. $875+1/3 utilities. Available imme- diately. 416-999-7423. PICKERING, Liverpool/hwy#2. Looking to share a big beautiful 3-bdrm house with 1 other person. Includes large bedroom, private bathroom, laundry, a/c, parking, large yard with deck/bbq, internet and phone. No smoking. $550/mo plus utilities. April 1st. (905) 420- 4287. PICKERING,near Pickering Town Centre, one bedroom basement apartment, $825 inclusive. Abso- lutely no pets/smoking. Avail im- mediately/March 15. Telephone 905-831-3735 or 416-219-7339. PICKERING,Whites/Bayly, bache- lor basement apartment, separate entrance, parking, cable, A/C, shared laundry. First/last, work ref- erences. $650/month inclusive, April. 1st (905)839-9271 PICKERING, WHITES/BAYLY, newly renovated 1-bedroom base- ment apartment. Quiet Court, close to conservation area. Park- ing and utilities included. Shared laundry room. No smoking. $750/month. Call (905)831-9486. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. SOUTH AJAX,1-bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance. Laundry and dishwasher included. Ceramic throughout, parking, non-smoker, no pets. $800. Call 905-686-3396. SPRING SPECIALS **1 Month Free Rent ** OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Seniors Discounts Call (905)728-4993 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available immediately. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call (905)852- 2534. www.realstar.ca Open house 12-4 Sat/Sun. TWO BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Courtice, no pets, no smok- ing, $900 per mo. includes heat, hydro and water. Available April lst. Phone (905) 433-2910, (905) 982-1642. UXBRIDGE new apartment rental. 2 bedroom units, 4 appliances, air conditioning, private patios, park- ing, storage. Available immediate- ly. (905) 852-4777 WHITBY - Feb.lst or immediate 2 bedroom, $840. 3 bedroom $950., March lst. 2 bedroom $860, 1 bedroom. $760. April lst. 2 bed- room $840, $860. 1 bedroom $760. Office hours 9 - 5 Monday - Friday & 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Monday- Thursday. (905)665-7543 WHITBY - BROCK RD.- South of 401. Large 2 bedroom apartment. 115 Watson St. W. in triplex, walk to Go/lake. First/last $740, no pets. Call collect (416) 466-1291 or (905) 444-9574. WHITBY - Dundas and Brock, Main floor of triplex - 2 bedrooms, fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Par king, avail. Mar. $975/all inclu- sive/month. (905)983-9082. WHITBY - LARGE 2 bedroom basement apt., seperate entrance. over 1,000 sq.ft. includes laundry, parking, cable, utilities, no smok- ing/pets, $950.mo. available imme- diately. (905)723-0555 WHITBY 1-BDRM walk-out bsmt apt. Thickson/Burns. Newly reno- vated, new appliances, includes utilities, 1-parking, laundry, cable. No pets/smoking. $750/single, $850/double. Avail. April 1st. (905)723-1698 WHITBY DOWNTOWN,1 bdrm bsmt apt, kitchen, own laundry, seperate entrance, no lease. No smokers/pets. Avail. immediately, $700/mo +. Call (416)910-6316 WHITBY GARDEN/ROSSLAND - 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, $800/mo. in- cludes heat/water/hydro/laundry. No smoking/pets. Available imme- diately. 905-665-5248, cell 416- 254-2417. 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,available immediately, 1-bedroom basement apartment, near bus route. Seperate en- trance, full kitchen, 3pc bathroom. No smoking/pets. $750.00, call 905-922-2846. WHITBY,bright, self contained bachelor with private patio and parking. No smoking/pets, refer- ences plus first/last required. $575 inclusive. (905)430-2377 WHITBY,Cochrane/Rossland lge 1-bdrm above grade basement apt., sep.entr, full kitchen, fire- place,3pc. bathroom, on bus route, no smoking/pets. $900 incl. April 1st. first/last, references req. 905.665.8723 WHITBY,HWY#2/Cochran.Large 3-bedroom unit with fridge/stove, large kitchen and bathroom, laun- dry, large backyard, parking, hard- wood floors, $960 plus utilities, available April 1st. (905)743-0376. WHITBY,Thickson/Manning, 1-bdrm basement apt., a/c, fridge, stove, laundry. Single male pre- ferred. Avail. immediately. $700/mo. First & last. No pets. (905)430-0737 AJAX, 1-BEDROOM,5 applianc- es, parking, c/air, available imme- diately. $1000/month. No pets. Call 905-442-6007. BOBCAYGEON,Regency Point, 2-bedroom condo for rent. 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, view of locks, walking distance to amenities. Deaded re- tirement community. Call Henry (705)738-2211. A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/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 AJAX,3 bedroom main floor semi, shows beautifully. Parking laun- dry. $1200 all inclusive. Credit check, first/last. Available March 13. (905)683-5641 or 416-315- 9432. 3+1 BEDROOM SEMI BACK- SPLIT, fully broadloomed with finished basement. Close to Oshawa Shopping Centre/Civ- ic/Schools/GM/401. 4 appliances. $1200+utilities. First/last. No pets. Employment/credit ref. Available April 1st. 905-579-7581. 3-BEDROOM HOUSE,Dixie Rd., laundry, garage, air conditioned, 2-1/2 baths. ALSO 1-bedroom basement apartment. No smoking, no pets. Available immediately. Call Safiye (905)426-9515 AJAX - detached house, 3-bed- rooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen, livingroom, diningroom, den, 4 appliances, gas heat, non-smokers $1150+utilities. Call 905-686-0096. AJAX,2,350 sq. ft. Beautiful 4 bedrooms, double garage, 5 appli- ances, a/c, alarm, private deck, family room w/fireplace, close to everything. No smoking. $l,200 + 2/3 utilities. (905) 686-4070 AJAX- 3 BEDROOM upper level bungalow, close to amenities, pri- vate yard, good location, $1,225 all inclusive. Available May lst. Non- smoker, pets okay. lst/last, refer- ences. (905)426-7965 BLACKSTOCK - 3-bedroom bun- galow, no pets, no smoking. Close to school. $1100/mo. plus util. Ref- erences. Available April 1st. 905- 721-1778 or 905-435-8939 BOWMANVILLE/ORONO - 3 bed- room country home on 3/4 acre, overlooking countryside, freshly painted with new flooring, 2 wash- rooms, utilities included, washer, dryer, new fridge and stove. $l,475 (905) 432-4094 BRAND NEW SEMI All brick, 2 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms. Teagard- en Court, (Northeast Whitby). $1450+utilities. Available ASAP. Call Ray (416)399-3142 CHARMING Pickering Village 2+1-bedroom house, on beautiful, deep, treed lot. Ideal location/ex- posure for home-based business. Walking distance to shops/restau- rants/401/GO/schools/parks, laun- dry/3-parking. $1175+utilities. Business use negotiable. (905)428 -7143 CMHC & HLC Mortgage Solutions offer 100% Financing. Got good credit? Get a fantastic rate! Why rent? Call Elfie Hayes now & save. 1-866-HLC-1100 HOUSE for rent, 3 bedroom, newly renovated. Sandford $1,300.00 inclusive. Call 905-852-6419 Leave message. NORTH AJAX NEW 3-bedroom semi-detached, 2-storey, 2-1/2 washrooms, single garage, appli- ances. $1450/month + utilities. Avail Immediately. No smok- ing/pets. First/last, references. (905)420-1037 or leave msg. OSHAWA 3-BEDROOM very clean, freshly painted, ample park- ing, extremely large yard, available immediately;y. Located in residen- tial area. No pets/smokers. (905)259-7118 OSHAWA,Simcoe/Taunton, 3 bedroom 2 story, detached, fenced yard, finished basement, garage. Avail immediately, no pets/smok- ing. $1275 plus, first/last required. call (905)839-3668. PICKERING - BROCK/FINCH - 3 bedroom upper. Clean, bright, de- tached. Great neighbourhood. Large deck, 1.5 bath, laundry, 4 appliances, a/c, garage. No smok- ing/pets. $l,250 + gas + 2/3 hydro. April lst. (905) 579-7138. PICKERING -Liverpool & Bayly, bright, spacious, 3 bdrms + den, close to GO, avail. April 1, $1300/inclusive, first/last, must see. Phone 905-421-9391. PICKERING,large 4-bdrm execu- tive. 4 appliances, air, family room w/fireplace, m/f den, new broad- loom/ceramics, dbl garage, avail. March 26th. $1450/mo + utilities. (905)683-9629 SOUTH AJAX - detached 3 bdrm house, finished bsmt w/fireplace, carport, close to lakefront, $1455/mo + utilities, no smok- ing/pets. Call (905)686-7546 SPOTLESS 3 and 4 bedroom homes in Courtice and Bowman- ville available between $1275 and $1375 per month. Call Rob at 905- 436-1336. 3 BEDROOM,2 1/2 b baths, luxu- rious Pickering townhouse, in- cludes 5 appliances, water, c/a, underground parking, cd, security, $l,450 plus heat/hydro. Available April lst. Telephone (905) 509- 0786, (905) 668-9880. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fr i. 7-9 p.m. NORTH OSHAWA -3 +1bdrm. townhouse with garage to rent. All appliances, water included. Gas heating. $1200+utilities. Avail. im- mediately. Call 905-665-7416 or 905-431-6931. OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- house, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. Avail. April lst. Toll-free 1-866-922-6422, 905-579-9956 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. WHITBY west. 3-bedroom town- house, close to schools/GO/401. $1200/month (includes water) plus utilities. First/last/references re- quired. Available April 1st. (905)668-2204 WHITBY,end unit, 2 bedroom, 2 level, fridge, stove, laundry room, parking (2), walk to GO/lake, no dogs. $850 plus. Call (613)253- 2389, (905)430-1160. 2-BEDROOMS for rent, 1 avail- able immediately, 1 available April 1st. South end of Oshawa. Close to all amenities. Call 905-571- 1281. AJAX,room for rent suitable for working female. $425/month, first/last required. Use of facilities. Call (905)686-4126 BOWMANVILLE Available March 15th or April 1st. Beautiful 2200 sq.ft. home to share with third per- son. Laundry and parking. $500/month utilities included. No pets/non-smoker. (905)697-7010. PICKERING Beach and Bayly, rooms avail. furnished/unfur- nished, $100/week, includes cable and all utilities. Close to public transit.(905)686-0151. ROOM FOR RENT,Mary/Taunton, share kitchen & bathroom. Includ- ing laundry, cable. $450/mo. No smoker, working male preferred. Avail. immediately. Robert (905)579-7964 THICKSON/ANDERSON One basement room available immedi- ately. Shared bathroom, no smok- ing, no pets. $500, first/last, util- ities included. 905-668-5067 or 905-925-7542 after 3pm. AJAX BEAUTIFUL new lakeside home to share. Suits friendly re- sponsible female. No pets, no smoking $550/inclusive. Available April 1st, first/last/ref. 416-835- 1090. BROCK/MAJOR OAKS,bus at door, close to GO, near all amen- ities, no smoking/pets. Avail imme- diately. Suit mature working per- son/student. $100/wk. First & last. (647)882-8200 OSHAWA,Furnished house to share, with one person. Asking $1500/month all inclusive. Call 905 -431-9210 (cell), 905-434-6255 for details. OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Share apt (main floor of house) with 2 males. Near all amenities. Available immediately. 1st/last, $400/mo inclusive. Viewing (905)243-4088. OSHAWA,Simcoe/Rossland area, warm, clean furnished rooms, share kitchen & bath, would suit quiet working gentleman. Near bus, close to Durham College. $350/mo & up. (905)728-4845 OSHAWA-N.1-room full use of house, laundry, parking, air, satel- lite, internet. Must be neat & tidy. First/last $500-all inclusive. Suit- able for non-smoking, student or working person. (905)626-7555. PICKERING HOUSE,Shared ac- commodation. Mature male pre- ferred. Laundry, all appliances, large living, dinning, family room with fireplace, parking, storage, no smoking/pets, first/last. $450. 905-420-0081 cell: 416-804-4867. PICKERING,large bedroom, sep- arate bathroom, share kitchen, no smoking/pets, full time working fe- male preferred. $500/month in- cludes cable. (905)839-4977 or (416)267-1672 PICKERING,Liverpool area. 2-rooms in large 4-bedroom house. 2-living rooms, kitchen, sun/dinningroom, 2-baths, fenced yard, hot-tub, pool, deck, etc. Backs on to park, min. to beach. 1-room-$500/inclusive, both rooms -$750/inclusive. (905)706-6996. PROFESSIONALLY DECORAT- ED new home backing onto Rouge Valley. Shared Kitchen, spotless recently painted room, 5 minutes to GO and Scarborough. Looking for Professional non-smoker, Cable, Utilities, Parking, incl, $575. 905-509-4809 or 416-720-9405 TAUNTON/RITSON new home to share, no smoking/pets, use of all facilities, available immediately, large yard, parking, close to all amenities, $575./mo. inclusive, (905)720-0505 message. WHITBY share luxury house, $550., fireplace, cable, laundry fa- cilities, parking. Short term Avail- able. No lease. Call 416-427-7892. FOR RENT motor home, 22 ft. sleeps 6, all inclusive. Unlimited mileage $l,000 per week. Tele- phone (905) 683-4038. 30 Days after March 12, 2004 Ajax Mini Storage will sell by public auction the following accounts that are delinquent to cov- er the rent and expense. •Chris Clegg •Ryan Patton Any of the above tenants may pay amount owing in cash, debit card and redeem thier merchan- dise any time prior to the auction. DATING SERVICE Free Browsing, FREE for women meeting men. Durham & Beyond, telephone Voice ads & internet ads combo. (905)683-1110 for voice ads. www.911dating.com for internet ads. MY KINDRED SPIRIT?Hand- some, single, tall, fit, sweet, 39, Ajax Man seeking pretty woman, non-smoking, 27-37, sweet, smart, slim, shapely, fun, adventurous for movies, dinner, travel, boating in Florida, day-trips and more. What a couple! I have a terrific daughter (part-time). For an exciting new start, please email flight076@hotmail.com. Photos to exchange 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! FM/04 assumes no liability. 18+. questpersonals.com LIVE CHAT! 1-900-677-4444 75 min $25/call LIVE CHAT! VISIT: www.247durham.com Free Community network for all your needs. F/T LIVE-IN nanny required to look after very active toddler. Reliable, patience. $8/hr 40hr/wk Pickering area. Call Teresita 905-839-7072 PICKERING FULL-TIME nanny required for 2 children. Must have valid drivers license. Send re- sumes to 1818 Pine Grove Ave., Pickering, Ont, L1V-1K6. 905-436-0454. ASAP. LOVING DAYCARE available in my home, experienced and reli- able with ECE diploma. Excellent references, receipts given, Liver- pool/Glenanna. Please call (905)420-3984. 3 WHEEL electric mobile scooter, For tress 2000, used two months, excellent condition, Worth $4,500. Asking $1,800 firm. Telephone (905) 721-2571 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. ACCUCISER - Blood Stimulator Circulation Massager. 15 min. Ac- cucising = 5 km. walk. It's easy! Easy for everyone. Be healthy & 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 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 BEAUTIFUL white love seat plus 2 black chairs, almost new. Moving, must sell. Please call 905-438- 1988. BED ALL NEW QUEEN Orthope- dic mattress & box spring in plas- tic. Cost $1200, sell $295. (905)213-4669 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 BEDROOM SUITE,cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new cost $7650, sell $2600. Call (905)213-4669 BEST CARPETS, hardwood, lami- nate. Buy from wholesaler, good prices. Monthly payments O.A.C. Thick twist Saxony-0.88 cents/sq.ft., Hardwood 3 1/2 x3/4- $4.49. 100% Satisfaction guaran- teed. Free Estimate-Dennis 905- 424-4123. 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 NEW TIRES & Brakes.All brands, Top quality, low wholesale prices. 111 Industrial Dr Whitby, 8am-7pm weekdays, 8am-2pm Saturdays. Michelin, Goodyear, Firestone (50 brands) (905)668-3793 A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com “I THOUGHT I WOULD HAVE TO WAIT YEARS TO OWN A VEHICLE” GUARANTEE D 100% APPROVALS www.darrylsauto.ca 170 BLOOR STREET EAST, OSHAWA C A L L D A N 9 0 5 -4 3 6 -1 4 9 9 C A L L D A N 9 0 5 -4 3 6 -1 4 9 9 CALL DAN 905-436-1499 ONE PHONE # DOES IT ALL! AUTO CENTREAUTO CENTRE INC. BEEN BANKRUPT? BEEN BANKRUPT? BEEN BANKRUPT? If you have been discharged, non discharged or in a credit proposal, have a full time job and earn $1,600 or better monthly. WE THINK WE CAN HELP… RUMMAGE SALE Saturday March 6th 9am to 3pm The “REMAX BUILDING” (Kingston Road & Walnut Lane) Pickering LOTS OF GREAT STUFF - Proceeds in support of the Pickering Dragon Boat women’s team representing Canada at the World Club Crew Championships in Cape Town, South Africa. POCKET NOVELS & ROMANCE LIQUIDATION on 1,000's of best sellers, Steele to Clancy etc. Regular to $11.99, $2.00 each at Cheapo Depot Books. Aisle L, in new Pickering Market, Bayly/Squires Beach. Trade & Buy! Trade & Buy! AUCTION Saturday, March 6th Do N o t M i s s This S a l e !Kahn Auction Centre 2699 Brock Rd. N (3 miles North of Hwy. 401 exit 399) Acting under instructions, we shall sell A HUGE OFFERING OF FINE QUALITY ART, FURNITURE, GIFTWARE & COLLECTIBLES. FEATURES Multitude of Exceptional Items including – Grandfather Clocks, Lamps, Tr unks, Accent Pieces, Mirrors, Figurines, Clocks, Leather, Benches, Hall Stands, Vanities, Too Many to mention! Multitude of Highly Desirable Museum Framed Artwork - Exceptional Quality including Bateman. Group of Seven, Cambell, etc. Signed Trisha Romance, Signed AJ. Casson, Signed Morrisseau, Original Oil on Canvas. Signed Sports Memorabilia, Ve ry Unusual, Very Desirable and Hard to Find! FEATURES OUR INTENTION IS TO LIQUIDATE EVERY ITEM OFFERED FEATURES Dining Room Suite, Bedroom Suites - Exceptional Opportunity! Hand Carved Pieces! Rare Offering Persian Carpets – Tabriz, Kashan, Naime Multiple Tables, Coffee, End, Sofa, Sets, Occasional, Unusual, Cherry, Mahogany, Oak, Carved and Wrought Iron! Auctioneer Victor Brewda Many Highly sought After Items including Tiffany Glass Lamps, Palace Mirrors, Leather Pieces including 3 Piece Set and Many, Many More! WE’LL GIVE YOU $25 TOWARDS YOUR PURCHASE Te r ms as per posted and announced - Additions and deletions apply - Auctioneer NOT responsible for accidents - Buyers Premium 10% Another Quality Action By ✂ FEATURES 8:30A.M. PREVIEW • 10:30A.M. START KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 905-683-0041 (1) One voucher per bidder (per household/family) No Cash Value - Taxes Applicable Valid ONLY Saturday, March 6th, 2004 OUTSTANDING LIQUIDATION AUCTION NOTICE EXCITING LIVE AUCTION BY: B.I.D. AUCTION SERVICES Acting Under instructions received:We will selling detail lots: DIRECT FROM MFGS * IMPORTERS * DISTRIBUTORS * ESTATES * CONSIGNMENTS * CLOSEOUTS * SAMPLES * Bedroom suites, group of seven art collection, jewelry, Tiffany lamps, sports memorabilia, grandfather clocks, dining room suites, decor and accent items, diamond rings, home furnish- ings, leather sofa sets, electronic, phones. Catalogue sale - will be sold in detail by: PUBLIC AUCTION Sunday, March 7th at 1 p.m. (Preview 12 noon) The Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Rd., Ajax LARGE SELECTION - PLAN TO ATTEND Come and enjoy the fun, excitement and the great deals! Te r ms: Free admission, free parking. We accept Cash, Visa, MC, Debit as available, additions & deletions apply. Delivery available, as per posted and announced at sale. Auctioneers re- serve 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. First time parents Pete and Michelle Smith welcomed their son Christian Michael Alexander Smith on February 18th, 2004 at 4:46 am. weighing in at 6lbs 4oz. Proud grandparents are Patrick Smith and Promela Smith, Winneth Cameron and the late Michael Cameron. Special thanks to paramedics Sarah and Dave who made the right call at the right time. Melanie and Andy Michelle and Bob Munshaw with Niki and Bill Iordanogiou are thrilled to announce the engagement of their children. Melanie Munshaw and Andy Iordanogiou will be married in April 2004. What a beautiful couple!!! 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. CARSEAT Pegperego, 5-20lbs. brand new w/warranty paid over $200 asking $160-obo. (905)831- 3026 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Complete systems, Internet ready: P2/350 only $209; P3/450 only $279. Other systems available. CD-RW upgrade 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. CUSTOMIZED WOODWORKING items for sale. Wall unit, plant stand etc. Call Connor 905-404- 8676 DESIGNER Sofa/loveseat with cushions, $1800. Solid Peak Din- ning Table, 6-chairs, expandable, $800. Office/computer desks $50/$30. 2-floor lamps, $60/pair. TV stand, $40. Brand-new Chaise -lounge, worth $3000 asking $1500. (416)402-6594 DININGROOM 13 piece cherry, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, server, dove- tail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $3000. 416-746-0995 FRIDGE,stove, washer, gas dryer. $1000 O.B.O. for the set. (905)721-2482 FRIGEDAIRE,fridge and stove. $550/pair, Kenmore heavy Duty Washer/Dryer, $550/pair. All ap- pliances 1 year old, white. Take all 4 for $1000. (905)720-2905. FURNITURE - bedroom suite, teak, queen, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, headboard with inte- grated night tables. $2,500. Boy 5 pce. bedroom set, oak/blue, $350., 2 black loveseats with table/lamps. $500., dinette set, white, $400., computer desk/hutch, black $50. kids drawing table $20. Ajax (905) 426-4086 GUN SHOW Sun., March 7th 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. PICKERING RECREATION CENTRE Valley Farm Rd. West of Brock Rd. Just South of Hwy #2 (905) 679-8812 HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 LEFT-HANDED Cleveland sand wedge, tear drop putter, and titli- est driver; Burton snowboard and boots. Call 905-404-8676. Ask for Connor. snp MOTHER OF THE Bride Gown Size (9) (Mauve) NEVER BEEN WORN If interested, Please Con- tact 416-287-6384 MOVING SALE - dining set $200, wall unit $75, piano $300. call(416)684-3787 MOVING SALE,oak entertain- ment centre, mint condition, $600., couch loveseat & chair, very good condition $350., oak kitchen table, with 6 padded arm chairs, on cast- ers, $275., Girls' off white french provincial, triple dresser with mir- ror, matching 5 drawer high girl dresser, $175. Call 905-579-2541. 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 NIKON Cameras & Lens. F4 & F2 bodies. 24mm, 50m, 85m, 135mm & 180 lenses. $2000. (905)434- 4648. ONTARIO BEEF - grain fed, gov't. inspected, cut to your satisfaction. Order by side, split side or whole. Also 40 lb. packages available. 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 PIANO,Willis Console, with hinged bench, like new, 39" high, flawless oak finish, asking $1980 Let us email you a picture. Picker- ing (905)839-9459 PIANOS & CLOCKS - on Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433- 1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. De- livery included. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS XBOX chip: $150; PS1 chip: $65. PS2 chip: $150 (versions 1-8), $185 (versions 9, 10). Inquire about console repairs... laser is- sues, disc read errors, parts and accessories. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 ROYAL DOULTON DISHES 'Daisyfield Pattern". 8-pc setting in- cludes serving dishes. Mint condi- tion. $425. Pls call 905-435-0775 snp TONS OF Bargains and items for sale on our new local website. Communication at your fingertips. www.informationdurham.com VERMONT CASTING gas fire- place, 30,000 BTU, asking $900. Also Lafarge interlocking bricks, 4 skids, asking $900.(905)666-5260 ask for Gord. WANTED:One pair of ladies new style downhill skis 150 cm, 1 pair ladies wide calf boots size 6, cross country skis 175 - 185 cm, ladies boots size 6 & 7. Wanted 2 men's mountain bikes for 5' 10", one la- dies or unisex mountain bike 5' 3", all with wide tires, seat and front shocks. Please call Hope 905-404- 8676. WILLING to buy the Letter "H" from the CASH FOR LIFE lotto. Call Dennis at (905)666-6545 CRAFTERS WANTED for the Crafters Showcase uptop at the Oshawa This Week Spring Home Show. March 26 - March 28. 10X6 display only $299. For info. call 905-579-4473 Wendy ext. 2215 or Devon ext. 2236. KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent, very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. (905)753-2246. ALL MEAT DOG FOOD.50 cents a lb for 5lb bags and .55 cents a lb for 2lb bag. Call now to order. 1- 705-324-9032 BLACK & YELLOW Lab Puppies 1st shots, dewormed, Eukanuba Puppy Starter Kit, already social- ized, home raised & paper trained. CKC registered. $600. (905)448- 9209, 905-809-1317. www.dainas/labs.cjb.net FREE TO GOOD HOME, York- shire Terrier-Miniature poodle cross. Good with children, quiet, needs loving home, call (905)426- 9471. LABRADOR RETRIEVER Pup- pies, yellow and black, CKC regis- tered, first shots, dewormed, 9 weeks old, (905)721-9537. LHASA-POO PUPPIES,cute, cuddly, non allergenic, non-shed- ding, home raised, first shots, pup- py pack, dewormed, first collar. Ready to go! (705)878-0314 PURE BRED BLACK AND TAN German Shepard pups, born Jan. 13, parents on site. Asking $400/each. Phone 905-723-3292. YORKI PUPPIES.9 weeks old, ready to go, male and female, home raised. Parents on site. $800. (905)686-4917. PUPPIES,Boston Terriers, Schnauzer, Golden Retrievers, Shitzu, Cocker Spaniels, Yorkie Pom, Dashhound Chihuahua, Poodle, Shelties, Pekingese, Kingcharles Cavaier Min Pin's Pomeranian, German Sheppards. (Collie-X's, Sheppard-X's, Lab-X's $175 each). Kittens, Himalayan's & Persians. 905-831-2145. Groom- ing Services available. ROTTI-SHEPHERD PUPPIES,7 weeks old. $200 each. Please call 905-649-1738. WE PICK UP WHERE YO UR DOG LEFT OFF! Reserve a Spring- Cleaning or Weekly Maintenance from The Backyard Butler. Call The POOP N' SCOOP team for more information (905)982-1437 '97 JETTA GLS for sale. Standard, 4dr.,2.0L,4cyl,gas,ps,pb,pw,pl, a/c,cruise, alarm, am-fm ster- eo,6cd changer, sequoia green ext., tan interior, air bags, certified. 92 000 kms, $9500. (905)666- 5260. 1985 CHRYSLER FIFTH Avenue, excellent condition, p.sunroof, p.windows, p.locks, p.seats, p.brakes, air, runs great, $1750. Call (905)721-0641 1989 CHEV CELEBRITY WAGON Automatic, V6, tilt steering, asking $790. Phone 905-576-1459. snp 1989 TOYOTA CAMRY,4-cyl. automatic, 4-dr, pw, pdl, tilt, 198,000-kms. Very clean, certified and e-tested $2995. 905-571-5138 1989 HYUNDAI Sonata, 2.4L, 4 door, as is $300. Call Ken Jr. 905- 436-8475 or cell 905-244-1270 1990 323 MAZDA,currently being driver 300,400km. $650 in as is condition. Call 905-426-0631. 1996 CAVALIER,2dr, 5spd, high- way mileage, excellent condition, certified/e-tested, asking $2,650. (905)404-8728 (private) 1990 PONTIAC TEMPEST,4 cyl, 5 speed, new brakes, new tires, excellent condition, asking $2,000 or best offer. Will certify. (905) 579 -8797 1991 FORD FESTIVA,great run- ner, lots of new parts. $500., as is. 1991 Caprice Classic Wagon, lots of new parts. $2,500 or best offer. (905)623-6359 1992 NISSAN MINIVAN,7 pass., 2.4l, loaded, certified & e-tested, asking $2700. Very good condi- tion. Call (416)953-5047 or (905)426-3465 1996 NEON $2999.1996 Intrepid $4295. 1995 Seebring LXI $5195. 1996 Aerostar Sport $2699. 1992 Caravan $2499. Others from $1899 & up. Certified & e-tested. (Kelly & Sons since 1976). (905)683-7301 or (905)428-1879. 1999 GRAND AM -Air, cruise, tilt, Pwr/w, locks, mirrors; Pwr/assist dr seat, wheels. Very clean car, 80,000 kms, asking $9800. Call 905-404-9223. 2000 VW JETTA GLS, great con- dition, immaculate, new tires, sun- roof, heated seats/mirrors, keyless entry/alarm, CD & cassette/8 speakers. Silver on black, 5-speed, 67,000kms, $14,950. (905)666-2196 2001 HONDA Civic LX, mint, 5spd., PW, L, M. Silver w/black in- terior. Tinted windows, CDw/6pk changer, warranty, 160,00 km. Tr ansferable, Asking $13,900. call (905)435-0871 2001 VW JETTA TDI -4 dr, am/fm cassette, cd, pw, sunroof, a/c, cer- tified & e-tested, 189kms (hwy), $12,900. Call 905-623-5011 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004, PAGE 37 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com SWIMMING SPEEDO EASTERN CANADIAN C SHORT COURSE Ajax Aquatic Club member results PLACENAME SEED TIME GIRLS 15 AND UNDER 50 FREESTYLE –STEWART,LEANNE 29.76 29.38 GIRLS 15 AND UNDER 200 FREESTYLE –STEWART,LEANNE 2:19.84 2:14.90 –SUTTERLIN,LINDSAY 2:12.81 2:15.86 GIRLS 15 AND UNDER 400 FREESTYLE –SUTTERLIN,LINDSAY 4:44.52 4:41.62 GIRLS 15 AND UNDER 800 FREESTYLE –SUTTERLIN,LINDSAY 9:48.93 NS GIRLS 15 AND UNDER 100 BACKSTROKE 40 STEWART,LEANNE 1:09.31 1:09.70 GIRLS 15 AND UNDER 200 BACKSTROKE 32 SUTTERLIN,LINDSAY 2:32.40 2:27.73 –STEWART,LEANNE 2:32.77 2:31.67 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 50 FREESTYLE 3 BECKBERGER,JENNIFER25.45 26.06 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 100 FREESTYLE 2 BECKBERGER,JENNIFER55.25 55.37 –LAWRIE,KATELAND 1:01.21 1:01.92 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 200 FREESTYLE 1 BECKBERGER,JENNIFER2:01.13 2:01.63 –LAWRIE,KATELAND 2:09.49 2:11.24 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 400 FREESTYLE 25 LAWRIE,KATELAND 4:30.81 4:31.80 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 800 FREESTYLE –LAWRIE,KATELAND 9:09.65 9:25.47 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 100 BACKSTROKE 3 BECKBERGER,JENNIFER1:03.28 1:03.03 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 200 BACKSTROKE 6 BECKBERGER,JENNIFER2:19.27 2:16.57 GIRLS 16 AND OVER 400 INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY 5 BECKBERGER,JENNIFER4:55.56 4:57.81 BOYS 17 AND OVER 50 FREESTYLE 12 CHAN,ERIC 23.94 24.07 30 VOLLMER,DANIEL 24.76 24.71 BOYS 17 AND OVER 100 FREESTYLE 17 CHAN,ERIC 52.21 53.24 –VOLLMER,DANIEL 53.80 NS BOYS 17 AND OVER 200 FREESTYLE –VOLLMER,DANIEL 1:57.51 1:58.85 BOYS 17 AND OVER 100 BACKSTROKE 5ACKROYD,COLIN 57.13 57.71 9VOLLMER,DANIEL 58.31 58.72 BOYS 17 AND OVER 200 BACKSTROKE 4ACKROYD,COLIN 2:03.80 2:04.54 17 VOLLMER,DANIEL 2:09.18 2:12.87 BOYS 17 AND OVER 100 BREASTSTROKE 5 CHAN,ERIC 1:05.06 1:04.88 13 DUNN,ADAM 1:06.80 1:07.10 19 VOLLMER,DANIEL 1:08.28 1:08.08 BOYS 17 AND OVER 200 BREASTSTROKE 14 CHAN,ERIC 2:25.77 2:26.91 –DUNN,ADAM 2:26.48 2:35.81 BOYS 17 AND OVER 100 BUTTERFLY 9ACKROYD,COLIN 56.75 56.97 20 CHAN,ERIC 57.71 58.50 BOYS 17 AND OVER 200 BUTTERFLY 5ACKROYD,COLIN 2:06.43 2:06.37 BOYS 17 AND OVER 200 INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY 9ACKROYD,COLIN 2:07.48 2:09.56 DUNN,ADAM 2:11.96 2:15.75 BOYS 17 AND OVER 400 INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY DUNN,ADAM 4:39.35 NS GIRLS OPEN 800 FREESTYLE –LAWRIE,KATELAND 9:09.65 9:25.47 PICKERING HOCKEY ASSOCIATION AT OM HOUSE LEAGUE TEAM STANDINGS Team GP Win Tie Lost Pts. Dickson Printing 13 10 1 2 21 Boyer Pontiac 13 8 3 2 19 Alliance Collision 13 8 2 3 18 BMO Mutual Funds 13 8 2 3 18 Arnts Loam Supply 13 6 4 3 16 Ontario Power Generation 13 6 1 6 13 Exit Realty 13 4 3 6 11 Bay Cycle Sports 13 4 1 8 9 Pickering Oldtimers 13 4 1 8 9 Ward Crane Rental 13 4 1 8 9 Mimcom New Choice 13 3 2 8 8 ReMax - Paul Etherington 13 2 1 10 5 PEE WEE HOUSE LEAGUE Team GP Win Tie Lost Pts. White Radio 13 10 0 3 20 Bob Johnston Chev Olds 13 10 0 3 20 The Score Television 13 9 0 4 18 Pickering Honda 13 8 2 3 18 Ontario Power Generation 13 8 1 4 17 Brian English Foundation 13 5 2 6 12 Phoenix Search Group 13 5 2 6 12 Boyer Pontiac 13 4 4 5 12 Sporting Images 13 3 4 6 10 Source for Sports 13 4 0 9 8 Master Mechanic 13 3 2 8 8 Legion 606 13 0 1 12 1 BANTAM HOUSE LEAGUE Team GP Win Tie Lost Pts. Legend Music 13 10 2 1 22 Bay Cycle and Sports 13 9 3 1 21 Pickering Oldtimers 13 7 3 3 17 Canadian Custom Carpet 13 7 3 3 17 Green Gecko Photography 13 7 2 4 16 Canadian Progress Club 13 7 1 5 15 Ryswin Grafix 13 6 3 4 15 Animal Removal 13 6 0 7 12 Remax – Paul Etherington 13 4 2 7 10 Ontario Power Generation 13 4 2 7 10 Papps Restaurant 13 3 4 6 10 Bob Baun Hockey Club 13 3 3 7 9 Midas Muffler 13 2 2 9 6 Knights of Columbus 13 1 0 12 2 MIDGET HOUSE LEAGUE Team GP Win Tie Lost Pts. Century Small Business 13 8 4 1 20 Po rt Royal Mills 13 8 1 4 17 Bob Johnson Chev Olds 13 6 2 5 14 Boyer Pontiac 13 6 1 6 13 Ontario Power 13 5 2 6 12 Auto Trek 13 5 1 7 11 Remax - Shayne Lynden 13 4 2 7 10 Bay Cycle and Sports 13 3 1 9 7 MID JUVENILE HOUSE LEAGUE Team GP Win Tie Lost Pts. Bay Cycle and Sports 13 7 3 3 17 Licks 13 7 1 5 15 Boyer Pontiac 13 6 3 4 15 Mr.Transmission 42 6 1 6 13 AVR Communications 13 3 3 7 9 Bob Johnston Chev Olds 13 3 3 7 9 AJAX MINOR HOCKEY NOVICE DIVISION STANDINGS Final Standings Team G W L T PTS Peace of Mind Home 19 13 5 1 27 Greenwood Tamad 19 13 5 1 27 L. Hickling Remax 19 12 5 2 26 Play it Again Sports 19 10 6 3 23 Pickering Village Square 19 10 7 2 22 Source for Sports 19 9 6 4 22 Total Home Comfort 19 10 8 1 21 Carroll Home Improve. 19 7 10 2 16 OPG 19 6 12 1 13 Fujiki Dental 19 6 13 0 12 Knights on Guard 19 4 13 2 10 KC’s Pets 19 4 14 1 9 AJAX SILVER RING TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL RESULTS BUNNY MINOR – Kitchener 8 - Oshawa 1 BUNNY MAJOR – Whitby 3 11 Whitby 1 8 NOVICE B – Ajax 6 Whitby 1 NOVICE C – Whitby 8 Ajax 6 PETITE AA – Mississauga 4 Whitby 3 PETITE B – Oshawa 3 Ajax 1 PETITE C – Pickering 4 Whitby 1 TWEEN AA – Gloucester 4 Richmond Hill 2 TWEEN A – Whitby 2 Pickering 1 TWEEN B – Kingston 4 Ajax 2 TWEEN C – Hagersville 3 Paris 1 JUNIOR AA – Whitby 5 Rive Sud QC 4 JUNIOR A – Boucherville QC 3 Hamilton 2 JUNIOR B – Point Claire QC 7 Pickering 0 BELLE AA – Whitby 2 Rive Sud QC 1 BELLE A – Hamilton 4 Nepean 0 BELLE B – Guelph 6 West Ottawa 2 OPEN A – Nepean 3 Hamilton 2 OPEN B – St. Laurent QC 3 Ajax 2 AJAX MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE PLAY Results from Feb. 25 The Top Shelf 61 The Portly Piper 46 High Scorers for Top Shelf: Nick Sideris 21, Mike Gordensky 13. High Scorers for The Portly Piper: Finbar Strachan 15, Scott Poulton 15. ESN Packaging Services 51 Michael's Eatery 41 High Scorers for ESN Packaging: Dave Jackson 14, Pat Roach 10. High Scorers for Michael's Eatery: Clayton Gall 23, Bob Murray 7. Dickson Printing 42 North Alliance Press 39 High Scorers for Dickson Printing: Sherwin James 11, John Esposito 10. High Scorers for North Alliance Press: Bob Nickle- ford 11, Ken Russell 11. PICKERING AERIALS GYMNASTICS Club results from the provincial qualifier in Guelph Feb. 21 and 22.V=vault, B=bars Be=beam F=floor A=all around score Group Name V B Be F A Nov. 2 (B) Sandra Gargoura 8 7 6 8 9 Novice 3 Emma Grant 3 2 3 4 4 Open L. 3 Malvina Mana 3 3 1 1 1 Open L 2 Danyelle Sora 2 6 4 1 1 Open L 2 Alicia Wald 7 8 3 7 6 Open L 2 Tara Columbus 4 12 1 2 1 Argo 1 Brenda Bowers 4 1 3 7 2 Argo 1 Dayna Fox 3 6 4 2 4 Argo 1 Alex Large 1 7 5 1 5 Argo 1 Brooke Hing 5 8 6 5 7 Argo 2 Shannon Sawicky 1 3 5 3 4 Argo 2 Maya Swami 4 2 6 6 6 Tyro 1 (11) Emily Towers 1 1 8 1 1 Tyro 1 (11) Jamie Stipetic 3 2 10 5 4 Tyro 1 (11) Alex Clayton 8 4 7 3 7 Tyro 2 (10) Shannon Riches 1 2 4 5 1 Tyro 2 (10) Lindsay Qualtrough 5 3 10 6 5 Pickering Aerials results from the Scarborough Gym - Elites Club Retro Boogie Feb. 27 to 29 Group Name V B Be F A Ty ro A - 1 Jhonna Collins 7 6 10 3 8 Ty ro A - 1 Ashley Tait 9 7 8 7 9 Ty ro A - 2 Cassandra Bell 9 4 13 1 14 Ty ro A - 2 Jessica Hughes 12 8 2 3 8 Ty ro B -1 Alyssa Viloria 10 13 1 4 11 Ty ro B - 1 Jennifer Arndt 6 4 4 6 6 Cadette A Ashley Hart 9 5 10 4 10 Argo B - 2 Heather Putos 2 2 10 2 3 Argo B - 2 Rebecca Palen 1 1 2 3 1 Argo B - 2 Ashley Cammisa 3 4 1 3 2 Argo B - 2 Lindsay Gordon 4 9 5 1 3 Argo A Taylor McFarlane 8 9 16 4 11 Ty ro B - 2 Cassandra Schilling2 5 6 5 3 Ty ro B - 2 Ashley Wells 4 10 7 2 7 Nov. A - 2 Angela St.Denis 3 7 6 4 5 Nov. A - 2 Diana Cappa 5 1 4 3 2 Nov. A - 2 Erin Baun 4 10 2 1 1 Open A Carley Tanfield 6 1 8 4 4 Open A Brittany Scott 4 3 3 2 2 Cadette B Julia Watters 6 13 5 14 16 Cadette B Emma Boire 11 13 4 12 17 Cadette B Samantha Desousa13 8 15 6 18 A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com HAMMERTIME SPORTS CARDS TIGER WILLIAMS • Toronto Maple Leaf Legend • N.H.L All-time penalty minute leader SATURDAY, MARCH 6th FROM 2:00-3:30 P.M. WHITBY MALL (Thickson & Highway #2) Autograph Fee of $8.00 (with some proceeds going to “DENISE HOUSE”) FOR INFO CALL 905-429-2370 NEXT SIGNING FRI. MARCH 19 PLAYER TO BE ANNOUNCED presents In loving memory of a wonderful Mom & Nan HILDA JEAN SMITH who left us on March 6th, 2003 Mom, A year ago today the Lord took your hand and said “Come with me” With heavy hearts and tearful eyes We knew it was time to say goodbye If love alone could have made you stay You would still be here with us today. You had a heart of gold that you shared with all you knew But family was always #1 to you. Our hearts will never mend Our world will never be the same We lost not only our precious Mother and Nan but also “Our best friend.” Heaven has a special angel now, one we are proud to call “Mom” Who continues to watch over and keep us from afar …… Sadly missed and loved forever, Your girls, Sue (and husband Grant) & Roseanne Grandchildren, Ryan & Lysa A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS •Shingles of all types, flats of any size •Soffit* Fascia * Eavestrough* Skylights •Financing Available o.a.c. •Written warranties guaranteed •W.S.I.B. * Fully Insured (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 C a l l R o b C a l l R o b Call Rob (905) 706-7047 (416) 702-4252 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES SERVING: • AJAX • SCARBOROUGH • PICKERING • OSHAWA • WHITBY • MARKHAM • UXBRIDGE SERVICES: • TREE REMOVAL • PRUNING • TOPPING • STUMP REMOVAL • DEAD WOOD • HEDGE TRIMMING Seniors Discount BARK TREE SERVICE BARK TREE SERVICE SPECIAL SPRING RATES 2002 CHEV CAVALIER,4 dr., 5 speed, abs, am-fm, 53,000 kil., red still under warranty to 2006. $8,300 cert. and e-tested. Tele- phone (905) 668-1572. 2003 2DR PONTIAC Sunfire, 6 months old, 14,000k, air, 5-speed, CD, 0% finance can be arranged. Price $15,500. Call (905)666-7452 evenings. 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 TODAYA NEW 2004 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRU PTCY 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 CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 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. SCRAP cars wanted, pay cash, free pick up, Ron 905-424-3508 or Leo 905-426-0357. SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 1990 CHEV 1500 ext. cab, e-test- ed, good running condition $2500 o.b.o.Call (905)723-7423 1996 DODGE RAM -2 wheel drive, green, shortbox, regular cab. Excellent condition. $5800 obo. Call Don 905-440-4349, leave message. snp 1996 GMC JIMMY Ltd. Wolverine Edition, auto, 4 dr., black, V6, hwy mileage, excellent condition, certi- fied & e-tested, asking $7,500. Call (647)282-0544. 1994 DODGE GRAND Caravan Sport, V6 auto, 7 pass., p.w., p.l., air, good condition, certified & e- tested, $3900. 905-434-5787. BINGO BUS TRIP to Turning Stone Casino, Syracuse N.Y. March 20th & March 21st. Accom- modations, food vouchers & bingo pkgs included. $229 taxes incl. (Cdn). Call 1-888-580-7945 or (905)440-0008 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul AB HANDYMAN complete basement finishing painting / plumbing / tiling the most affordable pricing in Durham - incredible deals 416-219-7339 905-831-3735 BASEMENT RENOVATIONS! Guaranteed No Surprises Quote. Custom basement specialist. View 60 photos of finished jobs. References from delighted customers. 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Women free to meet men. (905) 683-1110 EXCLUSIVELY YOURS Discover Durham's Most Reputable Agency Without the attitude Quality time is our motto Discretion Guaranteed! Serious inquiries only Open 12pm daily (905)725-2322 PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd.#3 (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. Please read your clas- sified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be respon- sible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Scoreboard MARCH 5, 2004 AJAX ––Select Food Products gained a share of first place after a win in Ajax Ladies’ Recreational Basketball league action last week. Select relied on strong de- fence to build a first-half lead on the way to a 37-32 win over Sco- tiabank. The bankers tried their best to come back and close the gap in the second half but couldn’t make up the deficit. Select’s Sonia Thomas knocked down eight points and was dominant at both ends of the court, while Barb Arm- strong had eight points for the bankers. The second game of the night had Donland’s Jewellers and East Side Mario’s playing a bal- anced first half. In the second half, Donlands’ Lana Edmon- stone was the only player to break out offensively, scoring eight of her 10 points to help her club to a 21-16 victory.Fax scores to:www.durhamregion.comIt’s a first for Select Food women’s club www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 39 A/P PRIZE WINNERS O NE R OUND OF G OLF courtesy of Q UARRY L AKES G OLF C OURSE 1) John Rosier 2) Mike Byrd 3) Ryan McMann 4) Jeff Lyle PRIZE DRAW WINNERS J UNIOR G OLF S ET courtesy of T IGERSHARK Keith Ratchford of Oshawa B ENNINGTON G OLF B AG courtesy of N ICKLAUS G OLF Ian Ardovan of Whitby N ANCY L OPEZ G OLF B AG & D RIVER courtesy of N ANCY L OPEZ G OLF Kelly Guyett of Ajax F UTON , F RAME & M ATTRESS courtesy of M ASTERBEDROOM John Pudlis of Solina T AYLOR M ADE G OLF B AG courtesy of T AYLOR M ADE Lyn Rupay of Whitby A DAMS G OLF B AG courtesy of A DAMS G OLF L. Mushchett of Whitby W ILSON P UTTER courtesy of W ILSON G OLF Ray Bootland of Whitby C ALLAWAY D RIVER courtesy of C ALLAWAY G OLF Robert Dancey of Whitby W ILSON P UTTER courtesy of W ILSON G OLF A. Curtis of Oshawa S TORMTECH R AINSUITS courtesy of S TORMTECH Phil Martin of Port Perry & Tom Read of Whitby W OLF R UN F OURSOME courtesy of W OLF R UN Gerry Barrack of Bowmanville W HITE L IGHTNING F AIRWAY W OOD courtesy of D AN C ONNELLY CUSTOM C LUBS Shawn DuBeau of Pickering F OURSOMES W ITH C A RTS & L UNCH courtesy of R OYAL A SHBURN G OLF C LUB 1) Ted McComb 2) Jim Hillier 3) Steve Kozmick 4) Stefan Hewak 5) Adam Alchin 6) Jeff Welch 7) Paul Dunsford 8) Daniel Davis 9) Patricia Baker 10) Scott Wood 11) Steve Luck 12) Jeff Greig F OURSOME WITH C A RTS & L UNCH courtesy of W OLF R UN G OLF C OURSE Trudy Collins of Whitby GRAND PRIZE DRAW 32 P ERSON G OLF T OURNAMENT courtesy of R OYAL A SHBURN G OLF C LUB Winner J.Westhafer of Scarborough presented by Wilson Patterson & LEISURE SHOW 2004 Oshawa Bowmanville Courtice Bowmanville A/P PAGE 40 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com 2 0 S e t s To B e Wo n 2 0 S e t s To B e Wo n Dr aw D a t e: M a r ch 1 1 /0 4 @ 4 p m Dr aw D a t e: M a r ch 1 1 /0 4 @ 4 p m L I V E @ S K Y D O M E L I V E @ S K Y D O M E Tuesday March 16/04 1 0a m -9p m Skydome will be transformed into the world’s largest indoor Carnival with loads of amusement for children of all ages. 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E., Ajax 905-619-9379 (First Time Customers only• Ajax Salon only) 1 Free Tan Session with Coupon Gift Basket & for all occasions! CORPORATE • BASKETS SPECIALIST 905-982-1287 PORT PERRY Email: qualitytreats@sympatico.ca Gift Baskets for all occasions! B A S K E T D E L I G H T S BASKET DELIGHTS A N D M O R E AND MORE M O O D I E ’S M O T O R I N N MOODIE’S MOTOR INN 778 KINGSTON RD. AJAX (905) 683-1995 Featuring BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. Bus. 905-683-6561 Fax: 905-683-8705 SALES • LEASING • SERVICE COLLISION REPAIRS 2004 GMC Canyon 201 Bayly St., W., Ajax, Ont. www.bissellbuick.com March Break & Summer Camps Lessons for all Levels and Ages Safe, Dependable Horses MEMEBER OF THE A.R.E. www.durhamequestrian.com 905-683-2862 Minutes from the 401 2677 Audley Rd. Ajax, ON L1S 4S7 SORRY, NO TRAIL RIDES DURHAM EQUESTRIAN SERVICES, INC. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 PAGE 41 A/P *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant O P E N H O U S EOPEN H O U S E S U N . M A R C H 7 1 -4 P .M .S U N . M A R C H 7 1 -4 P .M . 4 3 5 C O N C E S S I O N R D #3435 C O N C E S S I O N R D #3 C H E R R Y W O O DCHERRYWOOD C E N T U R Y H O M ECENTURY H O M E Circa 100yrs., totally renovated 3 bedroom with great room addition plus coach house, private treed setting. $399,000 GARRY FREE*** 905-428-4557 MEMBER BROKER NEW CHOICE w ww .rp t .c a /c on 3 CALL GARRY FREE***905-428-4557 www.mincomrealty.ca/gfree.html OPEN HOUSE SUN. MARCH 7 2-4 P.M. 79 SLATER CRES., AJAX Great South Ajax 4 bedroom, 4 level backsplit is waiting for new family. Updated windows, doors and shingles plus hardwood in living room and kitchen, central air and vac, 2 baths and more. View this home March 7th asking $229,900. Follow signs at Harwood and Rands Rd. to Agate then Slater Cres., or call Marlene Kerr, Broker for further details at Sutton Classic Realty Inc. at 905-686-5153 or 1-866-430-9900. MARLENE KERR** M.V.A. 905- 686-5153 Sutton Classic Realty Inc. $279,500 SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 2-4 PM 334 TOYNEVALE RD., PICKERING STUNNING - FINISHED TOP TO BOTTOM Spectacular 4+1 bedroom, 2-storey. Fantastic layout, 2 fireplaces, jacuzzi, large fully fenced yard with hot tub. Professionally finished basement apartment with separate entrance, many extras. MAUREEN BARNES* 905 831-2273 CASE REALTY SPECTACULAR HOUSE IN THE ROUGE SAT. MARCH 6 & SUN. MARCH 7, 1-3 P.M. 77 BARRET, AJAX (Westney Rd. N. to Delaney, left on Radford, left on Barret) Ajax home in preferred neighbourhood of Westney Heights. 3 bdrms, 2 bths, full finished basement with gas fireplace. Large fenced yard. Attractive all brick home on well established street. $226,900. GARY PREBBLE/GARRY LYWOOD Sales Asssociates 705-324-6145 OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE SUN. MAR. 7, 2-4 P.M. 625 MASSON STREET Original owner selling this beautiful 3 bedroom detached home on large private lot in excellent North Oshawa area close to schools, parks and all amenities. Hardwood floors, built-in cupboards, wood burning fireplace and beautiful solarium are just a few features of this immaculate home. Come see for yourself! Carol will be waiting. 905-432-7200. CAROL ROTT* 905- 432-7200 A B I L I T YABILITY Real Estate Ltd.First Time AvailableMIKE ARNOLD* 905 428-7677 Achievers Realty, Broker OPEN HOUSE SUN. MAR. 7, 1-4 P.M. 954 DUNCANNON Gorgeous 4,000 sq. ft. exec John Boddy home situated on a ravine lot in a quiet prestige area. 9 and 10 ft. ceilings, huge kitchen w w/o to deck, fml. dining rm. m/f fam. rm., large m/f laundry rm., w/garage access. 4 lg. bdrms., 3 baths and office on second level. Circ. oak stairs w/sky lit., dbl. w/o from bsmt., plus 3 pc. bath & R/I kit. You will be proud to call this home. Come out visit Mike. OPEN HOUSE SAT., MARCH 6, 2-4 P.M. 225 OVERBANK DR. “THORNTON/KING” Lovely spacious upgraded 3 bdrm. 5 level landscaped ravine property on Whitby/Oshawa border in the Stephen G. Saywell school district. Features include family room W/WB fireplace; finished W/O bsmt., 3 wcs, 2 decks, etc., etc. JOAN WALL* 416- 424-1300$228,000 Properties Unlimited Realty Ltd. BEST PRICE IN TOWN Large 3 + 1 bedroom Townhouse in Pickering. Finished basement. Huge family room overlooking Living & Dining Room. Ceramic Entrance, 2 baths, Low Maintenance, Walk to schools, bus & shopping. $156,000. Call today - won’t last. Dianne Woodcock-Elliott, Century 21 Affiliate Realty Inc. 416-290- 1200, 416-434-1597. DIANNE WOODCOCK-ELLIOTT* 416- 290-1200 Affiliate Realty Inc. OPEN HOUSE SUN. MAR. 7, 2-4 P.M. South Ajax, renovated top to bottom, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 4 level backsplit on large lot. New hardwood and ceramic flooring. New windows and doors throughout. $35,000 spent on upgrades. In-law apartment with separate entrance. Walking distance to lake. FREE MOVE with every BUY or SELL. RON TAMRAZIAN* 905- 619-9500 Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc. OPEN HOUSE SUN. MAR. 7, 1-4 P.M. 52 TODD ROAD JOHN BODDY 3YRS NEW GORGEOUS BEAUTY! A lovely 5 level det. backsplit, approx. 3,325 sq. ft. Fully upgraded top to bottom, ceramic & hardwood galore, finished basement with 5th bdrm., 4th bath, wet bar, rec rm., & storage. Interlock & landscaped front & back yard. Shows like model, seeing is believing!! SUE LAKRA* 905- 470-9800 Real Estate Ltd. R e a l t r o n OPEN HOUSE SUN. MARCH 7 2-4 PM 1890 VALLEY FARM RD. CALL FOR DETAILS Luxurious lifestyle living at Tridel’s Discovery Place. Large 1500 sq. ft. corner condo offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, solarium, full size kitchen, 2 walkouts to large open balcony, panaramic view & million $ recreation centre to enjoy. Call Rhonda Harper at 416-281-0027 for more details. Rhonda Harper* 416- 281-0027 Real Estate Ltd. W e s t OPEN HOUSE SAT., MARCH 6, 2-4 P.M. 9 INKPEN LANE - WHITBY “GORGEOUS NORTH WHITBY!” This 3 bedroom converted to 2 bedroom home is loaded with upgrades and immaculate! High quality dark hardwood through entrance, kitchen and family room with fireplace and walkout to back yard! Upgraded trim, upgraded bathrooms, finished basement, pot lights, etc. Just move in! Come visit us this Saturday! CHRISTINE STERGIU* 905- 430-8268$228,000 Terrequity Realty REAL ESTATE SALES Frank Steinhausen, Broker/Owner EXIT REALTY ADVANCED 905-427-3948 Looking for individuals who have just obtained their license, are currently enrolled or are considering Real Estate Sales as a career. Many benefits including a Retirement Program, Free Advances and training. If interested, contact: A/P PAGE 42 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com All previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. Finance payments based on 48/60/72/84/96 mo. with $2,900 down or equivalent & trade at 7.65% int. Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 7.65% = $201.09 mo. for 60 mo. COB $2,065.40 total obligation $12,065.40. OAC. Plus lic., taxes & admin *plus frt. & air tax (Dealer discounts applied). • Short term lease vehicles or daily rental buybacks. 0% financing or $5,000 Dealer Discount available on selected new vehicles. If dealer discount chosen, effective interest rate could range 0% to 10%. OAC. All prices plus licence, taxes and admin. +On selected new cars. †On selected new 2004 vehicles. † These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer except Graduate. Rebate applies to retail deliveries on most new in-stock 2004 vehicles. ††Purchase/lease OAC Chrysler Financial Canada, 81,600 km annual allowance, 15¢ km on overage. ** Cash purchase price & lease price exclude freight, lic., insurance, taxes, registration & admin. * 0% purchase financing up to 72 months on 2003 Caravans. Example: $30,000 @ 0% APR/60 month term, monthly payment is $500 Cost of borrowing is $0. •Caravans, Grand Caravans, Durangos. See us for details. •$3,000 rebate applied. ††48 mo. lease, $3,000 down. Some downpayment may be required. Interest rate varies from 0% - 24.95% . Voted best used car dealer by the Ajax Pickering News Advertiser’s Readers Choice. T H E B E S T P R O T E C T I O N W E ’V E E V E R O F F E R E D O N A L L 2 0 0 3 A N D 2 0 0 4 M O D E L S . 7 Y E A R S O R 1 1 5 ,0 0 0 K M P O W E R T R A I N W A R R A N T Y . P L U S 2 4 H O U R R O A D S I D E A S S I S T A N C E . G M , F O R D , H O N D A A N D T O Y O T A D O N ’T M A T C H I T . /84 mo.* Sale /84 mo. 4.7L V8, auto, p.w., pdl., CD, air, anti-spin axle, cap, tilt, cruise, 1 owner. Stk. #V7842. 2002 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 2003 RAM 2500 QUAD CAB 4X2 5.7L Hemi, auto, trailer tow, keyless, fog lamps SLT group, p.m., p. pedals, anti spin axle & more. Stk. #P7893•. ALL OTHER COMPETITOR’S & NATIONAL ADS HONOURED Upon approval • “Peace of Mind with DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. backed warranty” • “Roadside Assistance” • “Quality Reconditioning” • “Nationwide Service” OSHAWA 1 9 H A R W O O D A V E . A J A X (N o r t h o f 4 0 1 ) 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -5 3 5 8 C H R Y S L E R • D O D G E • J E E P “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER”“THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 401 FIVE STAR CHRYSLER UP TO $1,000 1-800-296-7107Bad No Credit Slow Credit Collections Repossession Bankruptcy S E R V I C E H O U R S : M O N . - T H U R S . 7 -M I D N I G H T F R I . 7 -6 , S A T U R D A Y 8 -4 HWY. #401 VILLAGE CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 HARWOODLAKERIDGEWESTNEYBROCK RD.KINGSTON RD.SALEM RD.BAYLY MANDRAKE COSTCO WHITBY 1999 TOYOTA TACOMA CLUB CAB 2.4L 4 cyl., auto, p.s., p.b., tilt, cruise, AM/FM/CD, tonneau cover, cloth seats, only 68,800 km. Stk. #T6568A. 2003 INTREPID SE 4 DR. 2.7L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, cloth seats, ABS, full spare & more. 11,026 km. Stk. #P7868•. 2.4L 4 cyl., auto, p.w., pdl., AM/FM/CD, air, cloth seats, alum. wheels & more. 18,300 km. Stk. #P7884•. 2003 PT CRUISER 4 DR. 2002 JETTA 4 DOOR 2.0L turbo, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, pwr. sunroof, leather, alum. wheels, cass., CD, air, & more. 1 owner, only 22,500 km. Stk. #V7900. 2003 JETTA TDi WAGON 1.9L, 5 spd., p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, pwr. sunroof, CD/cass., air, cloth seats, alum. wheels, & more. 1 owner, only 8,000 km. Stk. #V7815A. 2004 SEBRING LXi CONVERTIBLE 2.7L V6, auto, p. seats, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, leather seats, Infinity speakers, electronic convenience, full spare, AM/FM/CD, alum. wheels & more. Stk. #S6229. F U L LY T RANSFERABLEFULLYTRANSFERABLE VOTED BEST USED CAR DEALER - RIGHT HERE -★★★★★...VOTED BEST USED CAR DEALER - RIGHT HERE ★★★★★...Y O U ’R E A P P R O V E D ! VV I L L A G E C H R Y S L E RILLAGE C H R Y S L E R 4 dr., leather seats, 4 wheel disc brakes, 4 spd. auto., 3.5L V6 SOHC 24 valve, pwr. sunroof, pwr. 8 way driver seat, AM/FM/CD. Stk. #P7866•. 2003 DODGE INTREPID ES 4.7L V8, auto, p.w., tilt, cruise, pdl., AM/FM/CD/cass., ABS, 4 wheel disc, overhead console, trailer tow, pwr. seat, rear air/heat, running boards & more. 18,000 km. Stk. P7895•. 2003 DURANGO SLT 4X4 6 spd. manual transmission, spt. appearance grp., trailer tow grp., heated seats, tonneau cover, anti-spin axle, rear defroster, pwr. trailer tow mirrors & bedliner. Stk. #P7892•. 2003 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT 4 door, 4 speed automatic, AM/FM cass., air conditioning. Stk. #P7464A. 1997 HONDA ACCORD LX 3.3L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, 7 pass. w/quad seats, 1 child seat, AM/FM/CD, air, & more. 18,900 km. Stk. #P7869•. 2003 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT 3.0L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., air, tilt, cruise, 7 pass., aluminum wheels, AM/FM cass. 1 owner. Stk. #S6343B. 1998 WINDSTAR GL 3.9L V6, auto, air, rear defroster, tilt, cruise, p.w., pdl., box liner, anti-spin axle, plus more. Only 12,300 km. Stk. #P7833•. 2003 DAKOTA SLT QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L V8, spt. appearance, trailer tow, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, pwr. tow mirrors, box liner, SLT group & more. Stk. #V7817. 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 3.5L, auto stick, navigation system, rear DVD, infinity surround sound, chrome wheels, leather & more. Stk. #V7840. 2004 CHRYSLER PACIFICA AWD 3.1L V6, auto, leather, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, pwr. sunroof, rear spoiler, air, cass., CD, & more. 1 0wn34, only 6,000 km. Stk. #P7764A. 2003 CHEV MALIBU 4 DR. 2003 CONCORD LXi 4 DR. 3.5L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, side air bags, full spare, alum. wheels, cloth seats & more. 14,000 km. Stk. #P7740•. MAKE AN OFFER www.sales @villagechrysler.ca VOTED BEST USED CAR DEALER - RIGHT HERE -★★★★★...VOTED BEST USED CAR DEALER - RIGHT HERE ★★★★★...OVER 250 NEW & USED VEHICLES Bring Your Trade - All Offers Welcome OUR LARGEST SALE EVEROUR LARGEST SALE EVER ONE WEEK ONLY - RIGHT HEREONE WEEK ONLY - RIGHT HERE 1996 CARAVAN WAGON 3.0L V6, auto, p.s., p.b., air, ABS, AM/FM, 7 pass., sunscreen glass and more. Stk. #V7701A. 2001 NEON 4 DR. R/T 2.0 L High Output, 5 spd., p.w., p.dl., tilt, cruise, air, 4 disc CD, p. sunroof, alum. wheels and more. One Owner. Stk. #T6772A. 2003 TJ RUBICON 4.0L 6 cyl, auto, p.s., p.b., cruise, tilt, air cond. plus more. Exec. demo. Stk. #P7933•. 2003 SX 2.0 R/T 2.0L H.O., 5 spd., tilt, cruise, air, p.w., p.d., p. sunroof, side airbags and more. Exec. demo. Stk. #P7902•. 2000 NEON 4 DOOR 2.0 L, auto, p.s., p.b., air cond., AM/FM cass. and more. One owner. Only 42,300 miles. Stk. #V7826 2003 RAM 2500 QUAD CAB 5.7L Hemi, leather, trailer tow, heated seats, AM/FM cass., CD, bedliner, auto, air and more. Stk. #P7925•. 2001 RAM 1500 WAGON 5.2L V8, auto, p.w., p.dl, tilt, cruise, air, AM/FM cass/CD, single reear door plus more. Stk. #P7939•. 2003 CHRYSLER 300M SPECIAL 3.5 L V6, HO, auto stick, p.w., pdl., leather, p. sunroof, p. seats, AM/FM cass, CD Changer, alum. wheels and more. Stk. #P7917•. 1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE GT 2 DR 2.4 L, auto, tilt, cruise, air cond., cloth seats, p. mirror, p. sunroof, p.w., p.d., AM/FM CD. Stk. #V6788A. 2003 RAM 3500 QUAD CAB 4x4 5.9L diesel, sport appearance grp., leather seats, heated seats, auto, air cond., and spin, shift on the fly. Stk. #P7929•. 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Check out our Great Selection of Used Vehicles! www.davidsonchrysler.com 401 MORNINGSIDEKINGSTON RD SALES HOURS MON-THUR 9:00-9:30PM FRI-SAT 9:00-6:00PM SPECIAL EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS BELL • OPG All emergency service workers Nurses, Doctors, EMS, Fire, Police. Daimler Chrysler employees & affiliates 416 281-2277 4695 Kingston Road, Scarborough Ontario $299OO /MONTH 0DOWN! PRICES HAVEN’T BEEN THIS LOW FOR 10 YEARS! 2004 DODGE CARAVAN 3.3L V6, air, cruise, power group, keyless ++++ Yes! DVD SYSTEM LEASE FOR $382*** DOWN WITH $0 5.7 LITRES HEMI OR 0% YES! It’s got a HEMI! Your only Authorized Dealer From Scarborough To Ottawa! • Air conditioning • Remote keyless entry • 17" chrome wheels • AM/FM CD stereo • Power windows • Power locks • Power mirrors Leather, 17” Chrome & Tire Group, sunroof, 6 Disc CD Changer, BRAND NEW 2003 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB 4X2 4.7L V8, DODGE STAMPEDE GROUP, STK# 86167 $92 /WEEK! $345 /MTH 2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN • Rear heat & air • Aluminum wheels • Quad seating • 3.3L V6 • AM/FM/CD • Power windows, locks & mirrors THE 2004 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB SLT 4X4 0 DOWN! Loaded! Loaded! FREE! MAINTE N A N C E P A C K A G E WITH AL L N E W L E A S E S ! * • Oil Ch a n g e s $299 /MONTH ZERO DOWN ALL NEW! 2004 DODGE SPRINTER $108/week YOU OWN IT! $108/week YOU OWN IT! BRAND NEW 2003 JEEP LIBERTY LTD & RENEGADES Plus! HURRY...FOR THE BEST SELECTION! DAVIDSON Chrysler • Dodge • Jeep A/P PAGE 44 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 5, 2004 www.durhamregion.com