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For full story, see page 33. Overtime powers OPG pay Almost 4,000 employees in the six-figure club By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM –More than one-third of employees with Ontario Power Generation exceeded $100,000 in pay last year. Figures released by the com- pany under the provincial gov- ernment’s Public Sector Salary Disclosure Amendment Act show 3,980 employees made at least $100,000 in 2003. OPG had 11 ,010 employees last year. Pat McNeil, a vice-president at the Pickering nuclear station, said unionized employees, engi- neers and contract workers all put in a lot of overtime last year. “A significant portion was the result of overtime. “If you look at the kind of work performed by the majority of our folks, there’s a lot of education and training and really highly honed skill sets,” Mr. McNeil stated. He broke down those who ex- ceeded the limit into four cate- gories - more than 1,100 manage- ment and executives who had a base salary of at least $100,000, about 2,100 who earned the money through overtime, more than 300 who achieved perfor- mance goals, and about 400 who earned the money in part by working shifts, evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holi- days. OPG spokesman John Earl said workers receive a premium for working afternoons, nights and weekends. The difference between premium and overtime is extra work done beyond a nor- mal shift. Instead of hiring extra staff, management uses overtime “as an effective means to get things done,” Mr. Earl added. This is the first year OPG and ✦See OPG page 5 Cancer centre a step closer Foundation head says deal imminent for EllisDon to build Durham facility By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM –Construction giant EllisDon is being recommended for the contract to build the long- awaited Durham Region Cancer Centre. The announcement was made at a Region finance committee meeting Wednesday by Chuck Powers, president of the Oshawa Hospital Foundation. “We have approval from the ministry to go ahead, and the ten- der will be signed Friday,” Mr. Powers said. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care must still ap- prove the deal. Mr. Powers said EllisDon came in $2 million under budget on the cancer centre, at $103.4 million. The company, which boasts rev- enue of $1 billion a year, also built the University of Ontario Insti- tute of Technology in Oshawa, SkyDome and is Canada’s biggest builder of hospitals. “(The deal) has to (happen) because the tender expires May 3,” Mr. Powers said. “Other than acts of war, it will go on.” It’s much anticipated news for ✦See Durham page 9 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com DO NOT PAY DO NOT PAY DO NOT PAY FOR FOR 1 YEAR 1 YEAR O.A.C. 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While VOCAL contends need is decades away By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING –The draft plan for the proposed Pickering airport isn’t going to be ready as early as the Greater Toronto Airports Authority had thought. “We had hoped to produce the plan in spring but we want to get it right, we’re hoping to get it out at the end of summer,” said Steve Shaw, the GTAA’s vice-president of corporate affairs and commu- nications. It would be released at public consultations so the GTAA could get feedback. The background information and technical stud- ies haven’t come together yet so that has pushed back the plan. “This draft plan will bring these studies together and will be the basis of the design plan going forward,” he said. The federal government asked the GTAA to undertake the in- terim planning for the airport in north Pickering, which it would pay for and build. The federal government pur- chased land in north Pickering in the 1970s with the intention of building an airport. Local oppo- sition killed the plan then, but it has been resurrected in recent years. Once the GTAA presents all of its reports, the federal gov- ernment has final say on whether or not the airport would be built. Stephen Frederick, president of Voters Organized to Cancel the Airport Lands (VOCAL), said based on the growth rate and numbers the group has looked at, an airport wouldn’t be necessary until well after 2020 - possibly even 2030. “If their numbers make sense I would go to the community and say flatly this is when they need an airport and I’ll support that. But those numbers aren’t there and they won’t be for a long time,” he said. VOCAL isn’t against the idea being proposed of a regional re- liever airport, but Mr. Frederick said he doesn’t want the GTAA to build it before the need is there. “What we’ve said is when and if you need an airport build it but show us a clear and concise busi- ness plan,” he said. Mr. Shaw has said the earliest Pickering would see an airport if everything goes as planned is 2012. Mr. Frederick is also the Pick- ering representative on the GTAA’s Pickering Advisory Committee. He believes the report is being delayed so it won’t be a topic of discussion during the anticipat- ed spring federal election. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 3 P GET THIS FREE* pickeringtowncentre.com great gifts for Mom Two one fantastic Alison, Brenda & Amanda from Pickering Starts Saturday, May 1st, 2004 and runs until Sunday, May 9th, 2004, while quantities last, corporate orders excluded. One gift per person. *Gardening tools not included. 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Mr. McNeil pointed to such factors as the Aug. 14 blackout and regula- tory-related outage of all four units at the Darlington nuclear station as reasons for employees putting in overtime. “They had to work overtime to get (Darlington) back online,” he stated, adding praise for Pickering employ- ees for the “superb work staff did to get the plants online.” Last year, Unit 4 was the first of the four ‘A’-side units to come back online following an extensive and costly refurbishment. Given the “highly-skilled jobs, the training with a high degree of educa- tion” it’s expected salaries would be high, he noted. “As we go forward in the future, the board of directors has made ad- justments to compensation for exec- utives,” Mr. McNeil stated. “As we’re able to better plan our work, there won’t be four units out next year. 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OPG official says overtime helped push salaries up PAT McNEIL ‘There won’t be another Aug. 14.’ ✦ OPG from page 1 Tomkins plays from the heart this weekend AJAX – Giles Tomkins tops the bill at the Music From the Heart concert in Ajax tonight and tomor- row. The renowned bass-baritone from Pickering performs at St. An- drew’s Presbyterian Church April 30 and May 1. The music begins both nights at 7:30 p.m. at the church, 35 Church St. N. Admission is $15 and tickets are available at the door. www.durhamregion.com Prevention is best remedy for West Nile Be aw are of how to prevent mosquito breeding grounds around the home Times are changing. It used to be that April showers brought May flowers. Today they bring West Nile virus concerns. The more rain that falls, the greater the chances for West Nile breeding grounds to crop up. Now, May means taking precau- tions against the potentially dangerous virus. It was first de- tected in Canada in 2001, when 12 health units across Ontario found evidence of it in birds and/or mosquitoes. The virus is spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito, while mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds. Last year, larviciding went on all summer as Durham tried to contain the potentially dangerous disease, and it's due to start again this spring. The limited testing saw only six crows and one hawk test positive for West Nile. There were also two adult mosquito trap sites where mosquitoes tested positive. The mosquitoes that normally carry West Nile, the culix pip- iens (common house mosquito), usually live in urban catch- basins, which includes birdbaths, ponds and rain barrels. Pre- ventative measures include maintaining weeds, tall grasses, shrubs and looking after roof gutters to prevent clogging. Mosquitoes are most active from May through September and from dusk to dawn. The best way to protect against West Nile is to limit time outdoors and wear protective clothing such as long pants, long sleeves, shoes and socks. Use an insect re- pellent on exposed skin when outside in places and at times when mosquitoes are most active. The most important tip to keep in mind is to remind or help neighbours to eliminate mosquito breeding sites on their prop- erty. Education is the best defence against this virus Durham residents have been getting the message, as there was a spiked increase to 21 per cent in the use of repellents; now 94 per cent say they are eliminating mosquito breeding sites while overall 49 per cent report they have been changing their overall habits to avoid mosquitoes. But there are still some who can do more to stave the spread of West Nile in Durham. Everyone must do their part, by taking care of their property and eliminating pools of standing water. With everyone doing their part, West Nile will not pose a serious threat to the health of Durham residents. Drug and alcohol kits just won't work with teens To the editor: Re: 'Kit helps parents keep teens party safe,' April 21. I think it's ridiculous that the Durham Region health department developed kits for parents to keep their teens safe at parties. According to the health department, the 'youth safer partying kits' are to help parents teach their children how to prepare for diffi- cult situations and decisions regarding drugs and alcohol at parties. The kit contains information and resources to help parents address alcohol and drug use. Being a teen myself, I think this is a bad approach. Since elementary school, we have all been told repeated- ly the negative effects of drugs and al- cohol and how to deal with situations that may arise from them. I don't think that distributing kits to parents and getting them to go over the information with their teens will do anything. Teens aren't going to listen to that; they've already heard it a mil- lion times and if it didn't change their minds before, I don't think a party safe kit will now. Although the drug and alcohol issue is important, maybe the Durham health department should use its time and money on more important things. Michelle Robertson Pickering A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com High school hosted quite a show The stars came out in Durham Region Wednesday night -- the stars being the all-stars of senior boys' basketball in the region. High school basketball, it seems, is off the charts in Durham as evi- denced by the throng that showed up at the third annual Lake On- tario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) all-star games. Not even the Toronto Maple Leafs playoff game was important enough to keep hoops fans at home. Brought together once again this year by St. Mary senior boys' bas- ketball coach Mike Gordensky, the games were the place to see and be seen. The St. Mary gymnasium was full to overflowing, with stand- ing room only along the perimeter of the court. It was a night devoted entirely to stars. The evening encompassed all levels of basketball -- from the smaller schools in the 'AA' and 'AAA' divisions right up to players from the bigger schools in the 'AAAA' bracket, the top level in the province. But, the event also show- cased the players' skills, with a three-point shooting contest and the ever-popular slam-dunk con- test at halftime of the 'AAAA' game. It was the dunk contest that set the tone for the evening. And, that mood was definitely raucous when the dunkers were on the court. And, make no mistake, these artists stole the show, many of them making throw-downs of the spectacular variety. J. Clarke Richardson's Shelton McKenzie and St. Mary's Tristan Walker carried out some of the more interesting dunks. McKenzie flew over the back of an on-court helper and slammed down a win- ner. Meanwhile, Walker used a cou- ple of ball racks as props, flying above them and throwing it down with authority. The night belonged to Devon Smith of Ajax High School, though, as he went sky-high for the slam to win the crown. McKenzie was runner-up, with Nathan Em- manuel of Henry Street High School in Whitby nailing down third spot. For the record, the 'White' team, led by most valuable player Tom Budai of Oshawa's Eastdale Colle- giate, overcame a sluggish first half to win going away, 78-68 over the 'Blue' squad in the 'AAAA' contest. Meanwhile, the 'White' team beat their 'Red' counterparts 85-69 in the 'AA'/'AAA' game. Al Rivett's column appears every third Friday. E-mail arivett@durhamregion.com. Basketball all-stars shine bright Editorials &Opinions FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Letters to the Editor Al Rivett s t a f f e d i t o r 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 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 Distribut- ing group of newspapers. 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She and Glenn Duncan won for ‘Best Analytic Map Display’ and ‘Most Innova- tive Use of Mapping’, respectively. “My job is a great opportunity to use some of the skills that I gained from my education to help people,” says Ms. Veno. “I’ve taken a lot of social geography courses and all the technical areas of study like cartography and map imaging, and computer courses.” The years devoted to education by the young woman - she holds a degree in geography from the University of Guelph, a diploma from Sir Sanford Fleming College where she learned about GIS (Global Information System) and GPS (Global Positioning Sys- tem), plus her current graduate studies at Ryerson University in spatial analysis - have come to- gether for her in a field that didn’t exist a decade ago. Ms. Veno impressed the judges at the March-31-to-April-3 confer- ence by using graduated direc- tional flow arrows, a new display technique that can assist police by providing them with the infor- mation they need in a timely manner. The map display that won her honours in Boston was based on a pattern of stolen vehi- cles in Oshawa over a 10-week pe- riod. She explains her job is based on geographic modelling and can be as simple as helping her superiors find the best site location for a new police station. “It’s not unlike retail-based ap- plications,” she says, adding, “It has to be convenient to the con- sumer, unique to other stores in the area yet complementary to them.” The Durham police crime analysis unit now has seven mem- bers, individually supporting divi- sions throughout the Region. They can provide information on crime patterns and trends so op- erational decisions can be made using the most up-to-date data. As for winning a first place hon- our up against the likes of U.S. Department of Justice analysts - not to mention the more than 400 high-tech mapmakers from across the U.S. and 15 countries around the world - Ms. Veno says, “It’s pretty cool. There was some fairly stiff competition ... Right now we intend on being the best crime analysis unit in the GTA.” A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Pickering Home & Leisure Centre 401 & Brock Road, Pickering 905-619-4554 Hwy #401 Pickering Home & Leisure Centre Amish Furniture Brock RoadCanadian Tire N Why spend all weekend shopping for that certain piece of furniture. Come home to the Amish Furniture Outlet, choose your style, colour and size, and enjoy the rest of your weekend. Seniors 55+ Save An Additional 5% Until Apr. 30/04. No Interest/No Payments Up To 6 Months Come Home to Amish Furniture Values. Come Home to Amish Furniture Values. 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Officials involved in the cancer centre came to the committee to explain what the status of the project was, after the Region held off on giving the group the second $2.5-million instal- ment of its promised $7.5 million donation. “Other than the hole in the ground that’s there, what did you spend (the last) $2.5 million on?” asked regional Chairman Roger Anderson. Some buildings were torn down, the hole was dug and other site preparations were done, the group said. At issue was who would get the interest on the re- maining money, as the Re- gion has earned $40,000 in the first three months of 2004 on the $5 million still left in the cancer centre fund. The committee decid- ed that the $2.5 million for this year would be dished out as bills came in, with the same process for 2005. “But if I drive past there...and there are no people working there, you’re not going to get your money,” Mr. Anderson said. Construction will start as soon as possible, Mr. Pow- ers said, and should be built up to ground level by the fall. The cost for the centre will be paid 70 per cent by the Province, and 30 per cent by the community. So far, the Heroes of Hope campaign, through community fund-raising and donations and the Cash for Cancer lottery, has raised $12 million. With $7 million coming from the Region and $3.5 million from Oshawa, the cam- paign is still $8 million short of its goal. Mr. Powers said the cen- tre will officially be named the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Region Cancer Centre, after the noted Canadian industrial pio- neer and philanthropist who lived in Oshawa. 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Since 1999, the Durham Region health department has conducted random in- spections of playgrounds at municipal parks, schools, day-care centres and apartment buildings. “They maintain their equipment and have their own third-party inspec- tors, but it’s good for us to know,” said Jacques Per- rault, manager of environ- mental health. “So if the public calls, we know what the issues are.” This year, the Region will inspect 10 to 15 play- grounds in municipal parks, having looked at school boards last year. They’re making sure playgrounds are up to Canadian Safety Authority standards, which outline certain measures equip- ment must meet. The protective surfacing, for example, must be wood chips, sand, or small gravel depending on what height the equipment is, Mr. Per- rault said. “We don’t approve of grass or dirt. That’s not considered a very protec- tive surface because there’s no give,” he said. “If you land on that, you can be se- riously hurt.” The inspectors use spe- cial equipment to measure spaces in equipment to make sure kids cannot be tangled, trapped or choked. “The standards used to be very lax and not very stringent,” Mr. Perrault said. “We’ve found some pretty terrible stuff. A lot of homemade equipment that people just kind of put together with nails. “Now 20 years later...they just haven’t weathered. We’ve had a lot of them dis- mantled because (it’s too expensive) to have them retrofitted.” On top of that, play spaces built on apartment or condominium lots are not subject to building codes, Mr. Perrault said. 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Mayor Ryan said this means the City can move ahead with planning that area. “I’m pleased that the minis- ter has seen our side and lifted the restriction on the Duffin Heights area,” he said. The City has various land holdings in the area and staff want to investigate developing two of the parcels: a 3.7 hectare parcel with frontage on Brock Road and 25 hectares that have 12.2 hectares of developable land. At Monday’s council meeting, council gave approval to plan- ning staff to prepare and issue a request for proposal for con- sulting services to formulate a draft plan for a subdivision, which would probably be medi- um-density housing. Neil Carroll, director of plan- ning, said he hoped the City’s lead in developing the area would get private landowners on the bandwagon. “Hopefully by getting this going other landowners in the area will look at developing the land,” he said. The City wants a residential design that is innovative and smart to set the standard for future development in the area. If the City designs a draft plan for the neighbourhood, it can sell the land in a draft ap- proved state giving it more con- trol over the kind of develop- ment that would occur. Mr. Carroll said that Picker- ing hopes to come forward with a draft plan to submit to the Region of Durham by the end of the year. Sheila Tang/ News Advertiser photo That’s what friends are for PICKERING –– Stephanie Delio works hard to get this friendship bracelet just right during a recent visit with class- mates to the Petticoat Creek branch of the Pickering Public Library. PICKERING –Author and editor Rae Fleming is the guest speak- er at the next meeting of the Pickering Township Historical Society. The meeting is Tuesday, May 11 , at 7:30 p.m. in the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liver- pool Rd., in Pickering. 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GlaxoSmithKline is pro- viding 1,700 doses as a part of its compassionate care program for children aged 12 months to 12 years. “This is an excellent op- portunity for parents to take part in,” says Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region Associate Medical Officer of Health. “Al- though the vaccine is rec- ommended for children, the cost is not covered by the Province.” As children under 12 make up 90 per cent of all chickenpox cases, the Na- tional Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommends children in this age category be vacci- nated against the disease. However, this recommen- dation is not always easy to follow. “At about $80 per child, the cost is often a barrier for some families and can make it difficult for some to follow the NACI recom- mendations,” says Dr. Reynolds. Over 344,000 Canadians catch chickenpox each year, with an 85 to 90 per cent chance of passing the disease to another member of their household. 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G R E A T F U N ! G REAT F UN ! All Bids and items for viewing will be on “ auction durham region.com “ auction durham region.com STARTS STARTS STARTS TOMORROW TOMORROW TOMORROW SAT., MAY 1 SAT., MAY 1 SAT., MAY 1 9 A.M. 9 A.M. 9 A.M. S T A R T S S T A R T S S TARTS T O M O R R O W T O M O R R O W TOMORROW S A T ., M A Y 1 S A T ., M A Y 1 SAT., MAY 1 9 A .M . 9 A .M . 9 A.M. Children can take a shot at beating chickenpox Experiences will haunt them for a good part of their lives Editor’s note: A court order protects the identity of the victims in this case. Their names and those of their family members have been changed for this story. By Chris Hall Staff Writer DURHAM – It is unlikely ei- ther of the two teenage boys at the centre of the Blackstock abuse case will ever live “normal” lives, a clinical psychologist said Wednesday afternoon in reply to a query from the presiding judge. During the second day of a sentencing hearing for a former Blackstock couple, Dr. William Ammons told Judge Donald Halikowski that he expects neither 17- year-old Adam nor his brother, Dale, 18, to enjoy an ordinary life after they suffered more than 13 years of abuse at the hands of their adoptive parents, Mr. and Mrs. Smith. “At the end of the day, will the children involved in this live a normal life, unas- sisted?” Judge Halikowski asked Dr. Ammons. “No,” the clinical psychol- ogist replied immediately. He continued to explain that the boys would most likely need clinical therapy sessions and medication to help them through “hot areas” in their various stages of life, such as the early stages of intimate re- lationships, middle-age concerns and old age. “They’ve really been dis- abled in the depths of relat- ing and developing (rela- tionships)... That’s where these guys were hurt,” added Dr. Ammons, the lone witness on Wednesday. Dr. Ammons was among the first people brought in by the Durham Children’s Aid Society to assess the boys after they were res- cued June 29, 2001, recalled for the court his impres- sions of both victims. His responsibilities in- cluded determining the health and well-being of the boys as well as helping to prepare treatment sessions for them and assessing the nature and extent of the abuse and maltreatment of the victims. He met with Dale three times in 2001 after police and CAS officials visited the family’s Blackstock- area home in June 2001 and arrested Mr. and Mrs. Smith. He also met with Adam twice in 2001. According to Dr. Am- mons, Dale was “very open, a very friendly boy” in his initial meeting with the youth in July 2001 and added that he was “not quite as cautious” as his brother when discussing the horrors the two teens suffered since being adopt- ed by their biological aunt and uncle in 1988. During their discussions, Dr. Ammons noted that Dale could not recall “ever sleeping on a regular bed.” The boy never challenged Mrs. Smith on the matter because he believed it would have resulted in fur- ther abuse, added the clini- cal psychologist. Dale also did not look like a 15-year-old boy when po- lice rescued the pair, said Dr. Ammons. In fact, he looked more like a boy be- tween the ages of eight and 10 and had the social skills equivalent to that age range. During their sessions, Dr. Ammons said Dale re- sponded to his questions in a “matter-of-fact” way and would “talk about any- thing. I think he had proba- bly said it so many times that by the time he talked to me it didn’t matter.” According to Dr. Am- mons, Dale and Adam mas- tered phonics and spelling, “but were not able to put them together. They had a difficult time understand- ing what they were read- ing.” Both also had poor math skills, added Dr. Ammons. Adam and Dale used a technique called rigid ego control, which saw them block out any troubles or stress, sort of like tunnel vi- sion, said Dr. Ammons. “(They) would use it to push away, so (they) would- n’t feel overwhelmed. (They) thought that if (they) didn’t think about it, (they) would be OK. It was used so (they) could sepa- rate (themselves) from what was going on, deny it,” he said. After meeting with Adam, Dr. Ammons de- scribed the teen as “friendly and outgoing... and very verbal. He has a tendency to try and take control in social interactions.” As well, Adam defended his parents’ actions and fre- quently tried to recite phrases from the Bible, said Dr. Ammons. “He tried to explain to me that ‘We were difficult chil- dren and our parents were doing the best they can,’ and he frequently (psuedo- quoted) from the Bible, saying ‘Honour thy par- ents, even though they don’t honour you.’” Adam also insisted that other children in foster care follow the house rules and if they didn’t he would tattle on them, said Dr. Ammons. When asked for his view on the boys’ futures, Dr. Ammons replied that their experiences “will haunt them for a good part of their lives. They will need long-term psychotherapy for years... now and when they’re in re- lationships.” Mr. Smith, 52, and Mrs. Smith, 42, each plead guilty in January to two counts each of forcible confine- ment, failing to provide the necessaries of life and as- sault with a weapon on the boys, who were 14 and 15 when they were removed from their Blackstock area home on June 29, 2001. According to police and court records, the couple kept the boys - who are both described as develop- mentally delayed due to fetal alcohol syndrome - chained, tied up, locked in dog cages and confined in cribs that had been con- verted into holding cells. The sentencing hearing will continue on Monday and is expected to wrap up May 12. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Boys not likely to live ‘normal lives’News online at www.durhamregion.comGet help finding a job DURHAM – There’s help for job hunters this month. The Job Finding Club, funded by the Government of Canada and run through META Vocational Services in Bowmanville, is a three- week job search training program. The program will focus on job search strate- gies, resume writing, inter- view skills and more. An information session will be offered on Thursday, May 13, and is mandatory to attend it before the pro- gram begins on Monday, May 17. Durham Region resi- dents who are unemployed and looking for full-time work can call META Voca- tional Services Inc. at 905- 697-8887 to reserve their seat at the information ses- sion. Time and location will be provided to those who phone and plan to attend. SATURDAY, MAY 1 FLAVOURS OF THE CARIBBEAN: The Amberlea Presbyterian Church holds its annual ‘flavours of the Caribbean’ buffet dinner, followed by a concert with gospel singer Gerry Thompson. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and the concert at 8 p.m. Tickets for dinner and concert are $25 or $15 for children (six to 16). Tickets for concert only are $15 and $10, respectively. The church is at 1820 Whites Rd. N. in Pickering. To order tickets, Call Roy at 905-428-2755, 905- 839-9785 or Norma at 905-839-3214. SUNDAY, MAY 2 SENIORS’ TEA: The Pickering Carib- Canadian Cultural Association holds its annual seniors’ tea party from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., south of Hwy. 2. There’s food, refreshments, entertainment, music and door prizes. Call 905-420-5196, 905-428-3164, 905- 428-8244, or 905-626-3167. POTTERY SHOW AND SALE: The An- nual Durham Potters’ Guild holds its 16th Annual Spring Pottery Show and Sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kins- men Heritage Centre, 120 Robertson Dr., Pickering Village. It features both functional and decorative handmade pottery and clay items. Enjoy refresh- ments, meet the potters and have first choice from items made by members of the guild. There are chances to win door prizes, admission is free and no GST is charged. In addition, there is a special charity table. Call 905-427-7097. VARIETY SHOW FUND-RAISER: Team ‘Doris,’ a participant in the weekend to end breast cancer, presents a family variety show and barbecue to raise money in the battle to end breast can- cer. The event includes performances from the Greenwood Fiddlers, the Gypsygrass Band, Scottish Dancing and many more local musicians. The show begins at 3 p.m. at the Green- wood United Church, in the Hamlet of Greenwood, Westney Road and Hwy. 7. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors and a $40 maxi- mum per family with two adults. For tickets, call 905-427-2426. CHRISTIAN SHOW: The Gates of Praise holds Catch the Fire from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Petticoat Creek Li- brary and Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd. (west of Rosebank Road), Pickering. John Tanyan, from the Toronto Airport Christian Fellow- ship, is the guest speaker and musi- cians perform. Everyone welcome. Call John Foster at 905-420-4350. MONDAY, MAY 3 TODDLER TIME: Toddlers ages 18 to 36 months are invited to the Pickering central library branch with a caregiver to join in on stories, songs, wiggles and giggles. At 9:30 a.m. toddlers can come and have a great time listening and learning. STORYTIME: Children ages three to five are invited to the Pickering central library branch at 10 a.m. or the Petti- coat Creek branch at 2 p.m. for a half- hour of stories, songs, fingerplays and more. CAKE DECORATING CLUB: Tra de se- crets, tips, recipes and helpful hints. There is no cost. New members from Durham are welcome. The club meets in Pickering. For the exact location, call Annie at 905-837-9327. PARKINSON SOCIETY MEETING: Parkinson Society Canada, Durham Region Chapter holds its monthly meeting at St. Mark’s United Church, Centre and Colborne streets, Whitby at 7:30 p.m. The speaker is Angela Drago, who discusses disability pen- sions and CPP. Call 416-410-6498. AJAX RUG HOOKERS: The group holds its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd. in Ajax. Anyone is welcome. Call Jayne Nevins at 905-686-9315. TUESDAY, MAY 4 DISCUSSION GROUP: The Ajax Se- niors’ Friendship Club meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. This week’s entertainment is the Whitby Ju- bilee Choir. Call Louise Johnson at 905-683-7799. WISE GUYS AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB: Kids ages eight to 11 can come to the Pickering central library branch from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. for snacks, music, homework help and other games and activities. Learn to use the library and the Internet to find the information you need for school and to brush up on the tough stuff. Get one-on-one help with homework and, when it’s done, join in the ‘Wise Guys Challenge’ to earn points for your team. FAMILY STORYTIME: For children two to five years, but everyone is welcome to join in at the Greenwood library branch at 10:15 a.m. for a toe-tapping, finger-snapping time. PARENT SUPPORT: A support group meets every Tuesday in Ajax at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. Visit www.apsgo.ca or call 416- 223-7444 or 1-800-488-5666 for meet- ing location. AFTER HIGH SCHOOL: St. Mary Catholic Secondary School presents ‘Honouring All Destinations,’ an infor- mation evening that informs both stu- dents and parents about possible choices after high school. The presen- tation starts at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeto- rium and there are information booths. The evening ends at 9 p.m. St. Mary is at 1918 Whites Rd., Pickering. QUILTERS: The Durham Trillium Quil- ters’ Guild meets at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of Central Collegiate, 155 Gibb St., Oshawa. Judy Lyons, a mas- ter quilter, certified appraiser and lec- turer, presents her trunk show of quilts, ranging from 1860 to present day. Everyone interested in quilting is welcome. Call Betty at 905-571-4246 or Dolores at 905-720-1811. CARDIAC REHABILITATION: The orga- nization holds a class to discuss the needs of those with joint and muscle disease. The class begins at 9:30 a.m. in Northminster United Church, Sim- coe Street and Rossland Road in Os- hawa. To arrange a class visit, call 905-404-2691 or 905-725-9259. WEDNESDAY, MAY 5 SINGLE-PARENT SUPPORT: The Ajax- Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families Association meets at 8 p.m. (8:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month) at the Ajax Cricket Club on the northeast corner of Monarch and Clements in Ajax. The meeting is for both custodial and non-custodial par- ents, whether your children are two or 42. Call 905-666-9262 or visit www.opfa.net. AJAX-PICKERING TOASTMASTERS: The club meets at the Pickering Nu- clear Information Centre for anyone interested in improving their public speaking and communication skills. The meeting runs from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. Call Renata at 905-426-9786 or Mary-Anne at 905-686-1443. OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT GROUP: The support meeting is at St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres. in Ajax from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Guest speaker Ilene Cohen-Hackman, an occupational therapist at the Canadian Arthritis So- ciety, offers ways for alleviating arthri- tis pain. Call Odette at 905-831-4471. PINERIDGE ARTS COUNCIL: The group’s monthly meeting focuses on the welcoming of the new president and its participation in Ajax Canada Day celebrations. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. All are welcome. Call Mary at 905-839-1743. THURSDAY, MAY 6 FAMILY STORYTIME: Aimed for chil- dren two to five years old, but every- one is welcome to join in at the Clare- mont library branch at 10 a.m. for a toe-tapping, finger-snapping good time. WEB DESIGN FOR TEENS: Learn the basics of Web page design and con- struction with a hands-on workshop focusing on the basics of HTML. Learn how to create hyperlinks, use tables, and insert text and images. The pro- gram runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Central library branch. Registra- tion is required. To register, call 905- 831-6265 and press 0. FRIDAY, MAY 7 SILENT AUCTION FUND-RAISER:For- est Brook Community Church, 1999 Fairport Rd., Pickering has a variety of items and services are up for bid- ding, while entertainment and refresh- ments are also available from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $5. The fund-raiser is to send 20 youth and five adults to work in orphanages and building pro- jects in Jamaica. Call Youth Pastor Phil Hainaut 905-831-6533. BLAST! BOOK CLUB: An after-school program for kids ages eight to 12. Come to the Pickering central library branch from 4 to 5 p.m. to hear sto- ries, talk about favourite books, movies and music. CRAFTS: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club crochets, knits and does other crafts in social setting. The club sup- plies most materials. Meetings are at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. in Ajax. The meeting be- gins a 9:45 a.m. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 17 A/P CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE The Ontario Realty Corporation, on behalf of the Government of Ontario, has commenced a study regarding the acquisition of lands on the Oak Ridges Moraine located in the Town of Richmond Hill, together with the severance and sale or disposition of provincially owned lands in the City of Pickering (known as Seaton). As part of this undertaking, a portion of the Pickering lands deemed suitable for sale or disposition will be transferred to private owners in return for portions of the Oak Ridges Moraine coming into public ownership. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Ministry of Natural Resources, with support from staff of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, have established a Natural Heritage System for the Seaton lands in Pickering. These lands will be permanently protected from development and will be retained in public ownership. As a result, these lands are not part of the undertaking. This study will follow the environmental review process for Category C projects under the approved Class Environmental Assessment Process for ORC Realty Activities. As part of the Class EA process, an Environmental Study Report will be available for public review. A further public notice will be published at that time. The ORC wishes to incorporate the views of interested citizens in the develop- ment of the Environmental Study Report for this project. Information regarding the project will be presented at open houses that will be held at two key points in the study process. If you wish to be involved in this study or receive further informa- tion, please contact: Jim Butticci Ontario Realty Corporation 11th Floor, Ferguson Block 77 Wellesley Street West, Queen’s Park Toronto, Ontario M7A 2G3 Tel: 416-327-3937 Toll Free: 1-877-863-9672 Fax: 416-327-1906 Email: jim.butticci@orc.gov.on.ca With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. PICOV FURNITURE C.C. LTD. 1080 Brock Rd. Unit 8. 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However, some board members felt their colleague was jumping the queue, given that a new board building plan is already taking shape. Oshawa Trustee Michael Barrett noted that trustees have asked staff to come up with a list of ‘accommodation plan’ pressure points for trustees’ review. “It’s very difficult to give direc- tion to staff until we have all that information,” he said. “I don’t think that this is the process.” “Whitby shores is in need, but it creates a domino effect” if new schools are proposed in this man- ner, said Whitby Trustee Eliza- beth Roy. Trustees approved Pickering Trustee Sherry Croteau’s amend- ed motion, calling upon staff to look at the idea in general and not for a specific area. Jack Massie, the board’s facili- ties services superintendent, said the idea probably wouldn’t fly anyway. “I don’t believe that there’s going to be that many situations where our needs and their needs would come together,” he said. Mr. Massie added both boards take options on properties in new housing areas for possible schools. If the two boards are going to work together on joint schools, he said larger land parcels would be required. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 19 A/P Campkin’s Camping Page Forget sports drinks and caffeine, for a real energy boost hit the road. IfBatmanhad an RV... this would be his preferred vehicle. Not only is it cool to look at, it’s loaded with features including a booth dinette and a Queen bed that flips to a couch faster than you can say, “Come on in!” Zeppelins from $127/month Zeppelin Toll Free: 1-800-344-7896 • www.campkins.com Highway #12, Myrtle Officially it’s a trailer In reality, it can be anything you want! Light enough to be towed by a mini- van, bright and roomy enough for the whole family all in a funky package. You're going to love this trailer for a long time! 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As a result, the board is taking over the job, recognizing a Durham student at the elementary and secondary levels. “We’ll use the criteria that’s always been used for OCSTA,” said Trustee Martin. “We’ll celebrate it as we did every year.” The OCSTA awards have gone to stu- dents who demonstrate Catholic leader- ship qualities, a commitment to family, and are involved in community and school activ- ities. LeFort wants board to cover costs of busing to Lindsay DURHAM – Durham’s Catholic school board should pay the cost of transport- ing Brock Township students to a Catholic high school in Lindsay, says Kathy LeFort. The Brock-Scugog-Uxbridge trustee, at the April 26 Durham Catholic District School Board meeting, made a motion that trustees will discuss at the May 10 board meeting. “You will agree that social activities are very important to high school stu- dents,” Trustee LeFort states in her mo- tion. “Although the bus ride may be com- parable to Lindsay, Orillia or Oshawa, di- rect driving is a lot closer to Lindsay. Stu- dents who attend these high schools live in all directions circling the schools... This creates a real hardship for families when students wish to attend extracurricular activities after school and on weekends.” She states that the board has “a duty to promote our Catholic education” and should do what it can to keep stu- dents in Catholic high schools. “I believe that the cost not to do it is far greater,” states Trustee LeFort. Board chairman Mary Ann Martin says board staff will prepare a report on the issue for the May meeting. Catholic board in brief APRIL 30, 2004 Local students tops in solving problems at annual event DURHAM – Ajax schools swept the top spots at the seventh annual Think Bowl competi- tion last week. The Durham Catholic Dis- trict School Board event pre- sents student teams with a problem that requires them to create and perform a presenta- tion-solution for judges. Stu- dents receive the problem on competition day, working out and submitting their solution on paper before acting it out on stage. In the junior division, stu- dents from St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School in Ajax emerged on top out of 15 teams. Oshawa schools St. John Bosco and John XXIII finished second and third, re- spectively. Tackling an urban planning issue, students in the junior scenario had to convince a city council to either leave a wood- lot in their neighbourhood as is or allow a playground to be built in half of the area. Ajax students from St. James Catholic School took the 14-team intermediate event. 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John XXIII Catholic School students, from left, Stephanie DeMedeiros, Patryk Filpiak, Christopher Poitras and Jessica Cripps dealt with alternatives to a park. Midwife care the topic of seminar PICKERING – Pickering Public Library and Sages-Femmes Rouge Valley Midwives Com- munity Advisory Board offer a free seminar to learn about midwife care in Ontario. For those pregnant or plan- ning a pregnancy, find out how a midwife can help with a safe and satisfying birth. The seminar is Wednesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Pickering central library branch audito- rium. The advisory board wants pregnant or pregnancy plan- ning parents to know the facts about midwives. They charge no cost for their care, hold hospital privi- leges so parents can choose to have their baby at home or at the hospital, and are on-call for their clients at all times. As well, they provide care through the first six weeks of a baby’s life. For more information, call 647-828-1054. 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Entries must be kept short, only 150 words or two to three paragraphs in length, and may be submitted in either French or English. First prize is the chance to become a published author. A total of 39 prize packages will be awarded, with three prizes awarded in each of Canada’s 13 provinces and territories. The packages are filled with items such as subscrip- tions to Canadian magazines, books, journals and more. The contest is sponsored by General Mo tors Acceptance Corporation of Canada Limited and World Literacy of Canada. To qualify, kids must have their first draft edited for grammar and spelling by an adult from their family, community or school. Every entry must include an edit- ed first draft, along with the final draft and complete contest ballot. 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The study looked at nearly 200 61-metre by 5.5-metre sites across Durham last June and found more than 8,000 pieces of garbage - giving more fuel to an issue repeat- edly raised by the Region. “I don’t believe anyone was terribly surprised,” said Peter Watson, manager of waste. “It’s what we see and what we expected.” The majority of large trash dumped on Region property was fibre products, such as paper, cardboard, paper tow- els, newspapers and books, said the report, which came to the works committee meet- ing last week. Wa ter bottles, juice con- tainers, jars and lids were the runner-up culprits. Paper, cigarette butts and glass topped the small litter item list. “The difficulty with litter- ing is that it’s not just kids, it’s young people, it’s middle aged people, it’s older people, men and women,” Cliff Curtis, the commissioner of works, said at the meeting. “There are no demographic trends.” Research has shown that “people of all ages, gender and social backgrounds have been observed littering,” the report said. “It seems that lit- tering has become the social norm.” That’s because people who litter feel no sense of owner- ship of the act, even though their trash ends up on public property like parks and roads, the study said. Litterbugs also think someone else will pick up after them. And those who litter also get the “everyone else is doing it” attitude: they litter in areas already filled with garbage and feel it’s OK to add more. “It’s ignorant,” said a dis- gusted Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle, adding that he recently saw a man throw a tray of coffee cups and sand- wich wrappers out a car win- dow. The study was done along- side ones in York and Peel reg ions, and the results were similar: The number of large and small items found in Durham was the same as the overall average for other Greater Toronto Area munic- ipalities. In response to the study, the Region has devised print ads featuring the most com- monly found pieces of garbage, and will combine those with an awareness cam- paign across the Region. Members of the works com- mittee also asked that the study results be sent to the local school boards, Durham College/University of Ontario Institute of Technology and local municipalities asking for support. 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Among the booths are Northern L ights Vocational Path- ways, John Howard Soci- ety, Tradeability.ca, local industry committees, and Job Connect. The presentation is at St. Mary, 1918 Whites Rd. in Pickering. The evening runs from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Parents, students can pick the right destination *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant LIVERPOOL & FINCH $379,900 Maple Ridge Beauty! Seeing is believing! Stunning 4 bdr. home. Family room with custom design kitchen & professionally landscaped yard. Thousands of $$ in upgrades. Spotless finished basement. CATHY GOLDMAN* 416-785-1500 TOLL FREE 1-866-967-3473 MIKE ARNOLD* 905 428-7677 Achievers Realty, Broker OPEN HOUSE SAT. MAY 1, 1-4 P.M. 954 DUCANNON Executive quality 4,000 sq. ft. John Boddy home backing onto a ravine. This is a stunning 4 bdrm. home w/ 9’ and 10’ ceilings. Large principal rooms, huge eat in country kitchen, loads of cupboards, w/o to spacious deck. Formal sunken dining room. Circular Oak stairs w/skylight. 5 washrooms. Double w/o from basement to private yard. Potential for nanny suite or in-law suite. Come out have a look we are motivated. SERVING DURHAM REGION Standard of Excellence $639,000 $219 , 9 0 0 REAL ESTATE SALES 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: Frank Steinhausen, Broker/Owner EXIT REALTY ADVANCED 905-427-3948 OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. MAY 1 & 2, 2-4 P.M. 99 CARVETH, PORT OF NEWCASTLE JUST MOVE IN GORD & NANCY BARNES** 905-697-1700 Tor. Liine 1-888-226-2230 $299,900Prime corner lot overlooking conservation land, pond & marina. Fencing, landscaping, interlock & gardens are completed. Spotless upgraded decor. Formal living room & dining room, gas fireplace, 2nd floor fam. rm. 2 w/o’s to 2nd floor veranda. Quick closing. Group Dynamic Realty Inc. Huge 5 level backsplit complete with separate entrance basement apartment. 2 level deck with walk-outs. Hot tub, hardwoods, sunsets and more. Directions: off Hwy #2 West of Brock Rd. Call HUGH HAMILTON* (905) 430-9000 or (905) 686-5153 OPEN HOUSE - SAT., MAY 1, 1-3PM 1964 Valley Farm Rd. classic realty inc. VALERIE SMITH RARE FIND!!! Lovely end unit condo townhouse overlooks creek and ravine, in sought after West Whitby complex. New kitchen with built-in appliances, custom designed master bedroom with sitting area, newer windows and garden patio door to secluded and private professionally landscaped garden. An absolute must see! For more details, call Valerie Smith, Sales Rep. 905-686- 5153, or visit www.valeriesmith.ca Asking $189,900.classic realty inc. 905-686-5153 STEVE KOSTKA * 905 839-7449 SAT. MAY 1, 2-4 P.M. 1603 LYNMAR COURT, PICKERING BROCK RD./DELLBROOK HEATED INGROUND POOL * *Absolutely gorgeous all brick home on quiet court** Large pie shaped lot with extensive landscaping and large interlock patio. Parking for 4-6 cars. This 4 bedroom home has finished basement (10’ ceilings) workshop. 3 Piece bath & pot lights. Very large principal rms. Living room has 10’ ceilings. Crown mouldings. Wainscotting, 60 oz carpet. Hardwood floors throughout home. Large kitchen with island pantry & French doors to dining room. All appliances, window coverings, 5 ceiling fans, central air, cvac, garage opener. All pool equipment. This home shows like a model! For more details & features of this home please call Steve Kostka or see this home on virtual tour. Look for Open House this weekend. This home won’t last! Call Steve now. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 2, 2004 2 - 4 P.M. 1355 BRANDS COURT, PICKERING MONA YOUNG* 905 619-9500 Excellent 4 bedroom town home (no condo fees) located within a short walk of shopping, parks and schools. Well maintained home featuring newer roof, windows, furnace, air conditioning and flooring throughout. Very bright and spacious living and dining room, large eat-in kitchen. Recreation room and big back yard. Come check it out Sunday or call MONA YOUNG 905-619-9500 for appointment to view. $219, 9 0 0 Group Heritage Realty Inc. BEN CORBIER* 905-391-2840 SUN., MAY 2, 2 - 4 PM 1014 McQUAY BLVD., WHITBY (McQuay/Hwy#2) Shows Like A Model Absolutely Gorgeous Bungalow with most of the upgrades available from the builder. Located in desirable Queen’s Commons. Must see dream property with 2 bedrooms, 2 washrooms, full basement, garage, upgraded eat-in kitchen with upgraded appliances and a walkout to the rear yard. Hardwood floors in the living, dining, family and both bedrooms. Master bedroom has 4 piece ensuite with separate shower. Great for you to move into if you’re looking for a bungalow. Call Ben now 905-391-2840. $279,900 Better than new 2244 sq. ft. all brick home incl. 400 sq. ft. of fin. bsmt. Great open concept main floor with walkout to large backyard. Family room with gas fireplace, 3 bdrms., 2 4-pc. and 1 2-pc. baths. Home shows extremely well. OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. MAY 1 & 2, 1-3 P.M. 78 BOOTH CRES., AJAX AS LOW AS 2 1 ⁄ 2 % COMMISSION RATE NEW VISION Real Estate Inc. B O Z E N A * & I R E K B O Z E N A * & I R E K B O Z E N A * & I R E K S T E F A N I E N K N O S T E F A N I E N K N O S T E F A N I E N K N O B r oke r /Ow ner 9 0 5 -4 3 0 -6 0 6 6 9 0 5 -4 3 0 -6 0 6 6 WEST Realty Inc. SATURDAY MAY 1, 2-4 P.M. 45 CUMBERLAND LANE SUITE 101 - HARWOOD & LAKEDRIVEWAY Location! Location! “The Breakers” fantastic opportunity to own a spacious 1 bdrm. condo on the ground floor with one car parking underground. Spacious and bright unit with reat layout. Approx. 1100 sq. ft. unit has been freshly painted plus new carpeting. Includes 5 appliances and all window coverings. Come and see this beautiful unit for yourself. Prime waterfront location! BRIAN BEVINGTON 905- 683-1088 $183, 0 0 0 QUALITY ONE Realty Ltd. JOAN ROGERS* 905- 683-5000 “AJAX WALKOUT WITH IN-LAW” Legal one bedroom in-law apartment with walkout, separate entrance. Large 4 bedroom home with main floor family room and laundry room with access to garage. Separate living and dining room. Master bedroom has large ensuite with Jacuzzi tub. Central air, vac and 5 appliances included. call for your appointment to view. CALL F O R AN A P P T. SUN., MARCH. 21, 2-4 P.M. 427 PINEVIEW BARRIE COX* 905-839-7449 Rouge River Realty Ltd. SUN., MAY 2, 2-4 P.M. 902 DUNCANNON, PICKERING RAVINE! RAVINE! • Pickering’s most prestigious location near Finch & Fairport • Incredible ravine lot, approximately 152 feet deep • Many upgrades including hardwood floors, ceramics, etc. • Gorgeous family size greenhouse kitchen with walkout to 12X14 foot cedar deck www.barriecox.ca • Central Air Conditioned • Main floor office • Custom shutters • Upgraded insulation • Sprinkler system • Asking price $469,900 OPEN HOUSE 34 Kilgannon Ave. (Bloor Townline) SATURDAY MAY 1, 2004 1 - 3 P.M.* HEIKE LYONS* 905 619-9500 *Absolutely Stunning * A Must See! * Quality Built - The Majestic * Only 1 Yr. New * Bright, Spacious, Open Concept w/Lots of Character * Modern Designer Decor * Great Family Neighbourhood - Walk to Park, Trails, Arena & Schools * Close to 401 and Shopping * Finished Top to Bottom * 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Garage Access, Family Room, Large Spacious Kitchen w/Breakfast area, island/breakfast bar & pantry, Master bedroom w/double entry & 4 pce. ensuite + So Much More! Come and see for yourselves! I promise you that you will not be disappointed!! DON’T MISS THIS ONE!!! (Oshawa/Courtice Border) Call Heike at (905) 619-9500 for more information! JUST LISTED $189,850 Group Heritage Realty Inc. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 25 A/P A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. DAVE SACHKO* 905-427-1400 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 2, 2 - 4 PM 43 BROCKMAN CRESCENT, AJAX Near Westney & Delaney. Great Family Home In Ideal Location! Open Concept Kitchen To Family Room, Gas Fireplace, Ceramics Foyer To Kitchen. Main Floor Laundry, Large Master Ensuite with Separate Shower. SUNDAY, MAY 2ND, 2-4 P.M. 85 BRYANT 2 KITCHEN BUNGALOW Spacious and bright bungalow in South Ajax. This 3+2 bedroom home boasts an updated eat-in kitchen with a chef desk, large liv. rm./din. rm., ceramic floors, newer laminate floors. Basement has large kitchen/eat-in area, living room with fireplace, 2 bdrm. and 3-pc. bath. Walkout to a large private yard with an inground pool in a mature setting. SONIA SAMPSON* 905 683-1790 Connect Realty $279,700 OPEN HOUSE 34 Kilgannon Ave. (Bloor Townline) SATURDAY MAY 1, 2004 1 - 3 P.M.* HEIKE LYONS* 905 619-9500 *Absolutely Stunning * A Must See! * Quality Built - The Majestic * Only 1 Yr. New * Bright, Spacious, Open Concept w/Lots of Character * Modern Designer Decor * Great Family Neighbourhood - Walk to Park, Trails, Arena & Schools * Close to 401 and Shopping * Finished Top to Bottom * 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Garage Access, Family Room, Large Spacious Kitchen w/Breakfast area, island/breakfast bar & pantry, Master bedroom w/double entry & 4 pce. ensuite + So Much More! Come and see for yourselves! I promise you that you will not be disappointed!! DON’T MISS THIS ONE!!! (Oshawa/Courtice Border) Call Heike at (905) 619-9500 for more information! JUST LISTED $189,850 Group Heritage Realty Inc. By Jackie Lawrence Staff Writer DURHAM – Hop on a mo- torcycle and get ready to ride. Then join with the Myelin Project of Canada this month as it hosts two events to help raise aware- ness about demyelinating diseases and disorders. The Myelin Project is hosting the Myelin Aware- ness Motorcycle Ride Sat- urday, May 15 at Durham College and the Motorcy- cles 4 Myelin Show and Shine Saturday, May 29 at Haugen’s Chicken and Ribs in Port Perry. The two events are fund-raisers to support the Myelin Project, which works to find a cure to re- pair damaged myelin. “Myelin acts as an insu- lator in the brain,” said Karen Beattie, director of promotions for the Myelin Project of Canada. She ex- plained that myelin coats the nerves and enables them to send messages to the brain. However, once myelin is destroyed, there is no way to repair it. She said the project’s research benefits diseases such as multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative disor- ders such as the leukodys- trophies. “These events are the kickoff for the Myelin Pro- ject of Canada,” said Mrs. Beattie. The first event, the Myelin Awareness Motor- cycle Ride, takes place at Durham College on May 15. The ride will begin at noon and participants will ride through the town of Port Perry to Haugen’s restaurant. The ride is free and Mrs. Beattie said they are expecting about 200 people. Motorcycles 4 Myelin Show and Shine is taking place May 29 at Haugen’s Chicken and Ribs in Port Perry, and will feature a full day of riding and events. There will be live bands, stunt riders, custom bikes and vintage motorcycles, as well as lots of raffles and door prizes. “There will also be a kids’ play area,” said Mrs. Beattie, who said that a carousel, a tattoo parlour and dunk tank will all add to the excitement of the day. Tickets are $10 per bike, and all proceeds will go to supporting the Myelin Project of Canada. “We’re now known as the little event that grew,” said Mrs. Beattie, adding the event has grown to ac- quire a large group of sponsors. “Motorcycle clubs through out the Region and across Ontario are also coming out to partici- pate,” said Mrs. Beattie. She said Durham College has offered to donate $5 to the Myelin Project for every room that is rented out at its residence. Mrs. Beattie says she became involved in the project after her nephew was diagnosed with ALD (Adrenoleukodystrophy), the same disease that is depicted in the movie Lorenzo’s Oil. Andrew succumbed to the disease last year and Mrs. Beattie says she is working hard to prevent other families from going through her or- deal. Lorenzo’s Oil is not a cure for ALD and does not repair damaged myelin, however, it can prevent the onset of the disease in pre-symptomatic boys, she says. Anyone wishing to learn more about the Myelin Project can visit www.myelin.org. For more information about either event call Mrs. Beattie at 416-508- 5652 or e-mail karen- myelin@rogers.com. Ride on and raise awareness for Myelin Project Police remind riders to take care when hitting ATV trails DURHAM –Local police and health authorities have joined forces to pro- mote safe and legal all-ter- rain vehicle use. Staff Sergeant Bruce Townley of the Durham Regional Police Clarington Division spoke to council Monday evening about how ATV users can avoid fines. He said in Durham Re- gion, ATVs can only be dri- ven on private property with consent or on ap- proved trails, and children under 12 are not permitted to drive except on land owned by the permit owner. The only designated rid- ing area in Durham Region is the Ganaraska Forest in Clarington. To use the trail, a valid permit is re- quired. Sgt. Townley urged the public to stay off public roads or road allowances to avoid fines because no mu- nicipality in Durham has passed a bylaw allowing such use. “Police may stop anyone,” said Sgt. Townley. Connie Vail, spokesman for the Durham Regional Health Department, said her office is interested in promoting safety. She said in 2001, there were 6.69 ATV accidents in Durham Re- g ion per 100,000 people compared to 4.97 for On- tario. “Most deaths are pre- ventable,” said Ms. Vail. “Speed, inexperience, alco- hol and non use of helmets are the main factors.” Tony Fanara of the ATV Coalition said the best way to f ind out how to avoid in- jury is to take an ATV safe- ty course. Students can learn how to inspect their helmets, what to wear and the type of gear to take on trails. “They learn to ride, and other skills as well,” said Mr. Fanara. “They learn to preserve the environment and reduce noise.” H o u r s:H o u r s: Mon.-Wed.10am-6pmMon.-Wed.10 am-6pm Thurs.-Fri.10am-9pmThurs.-Fri.10am-9pm10am-9pm Saturday 10:30am-6pmSaturday 10:30a m-6pm Sunday 12pm-4pmSunday12pm-4pm Open Sunday from Sept. to end of MayOpen Sunday from Sept. to end of May 1 6 5 0 B a y l y S t ., P i c k e r i n g1650 Bayly St., Pickering FAC T O R Y M A TT R E S SFACTORY M A TT R E S S 1-888-220-228 21-888-220-2282(905)8 3 7 -0 2 8 8(905)837-0288 HWY #401 1650 BAYLY ST.LIVERPOOLROADFAC T O R YFACTORYFACTORY M ATT R E S SMATTRESSMATTRESS Why Pay Retail Price DELUXE SLEEPER SCROLL QUILT COURTESY SUPPORTS I N G L E S I N G L E S I N G L E 10 YEAR WARRANTY 15 YEAR WARRANTY 20 YEAR WARRANTY $1 0 9 $1 6 5 $2 3 0 S ET $2 7 9 SET Double 142 252 Queen 175 318 SET Double 205 330 Queen 255 399 SET Double 274 416 Queen 320 498 S ET $3 51 SE T $1 9 7 D u r h a m ’s O n eDurham’s O n eDurham’s O n e a n d O n l yand O n l yand O n l y F a c t o r y D i r e c tFactory D i r e c tFactory D i r e c t $5 8 9 $2 5 9 $4 4 9 $2 6 8 $2 4 9 $1 5 9 $1 9 9 $2 5 9 By Sherene Chen-See Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM – Looking for a fami- ly physician in Durham might be like finding a needle in a haystack. The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) ‘Doctor Search’ Web site shows that, of the 62 fami- ly physicians practicing in Whitby, only one is taking new patients. Ajax has four family physicians taking new patients (out of 61 family physicians). Pickering has one (of 51). And, in the bustling community of 106 family physicians in Os- hawa, none are taking new pa- tients. “I really believe the public needs to know just how des- perate we are,” says Sandy Yo rke, physician recruiter for the City of Oshawa, who is in- volved with the Physician Re- cruitment Task Force (PRTF) for Oshawa. Ms. Yorke esti- mates that Oshawa is under- serviced by 40 physicians. There are multiple reasons for the drop in family physician supply overall, such as the aging physician workforce and the reduction in medical school enrollments. There are also significant issues in terms of how attractive Ontario is as a province in which to work. For example, in the past, On- tario was always near the top in terms of physician remuner- ation. At the moment, Ontario has slipped to seventh in the country, says Dr. Don Atkin- son, chief of medical staff at Lakeridge Health. The health care infrastruc- ture is also keeping doctors away. “We have seen ... a lack of investment in the hospital sys- tem, which is necessary to sup- port physicians. If you have a patient who needs an MRI or a CT scan and there’s a long waiting list, it puts the physi- cian in a very difficult situa- tion. It’s attractive for physi- cians to work in a province where access to these other re- sources, diagnostic tests [and] hospital care is actually better than the major centres in On- tario,” says Dr. Atkinson. In addition, there has been a dramatic drop in the number of medical school graduates who choose to go into family practice. “It used to be that 50 per cent of a graduating med- ical class would go into family practice. Now it’s down be- tween 20 per cent to 25 per cent,” says Dr. Atkinson. This is due largely to the increased income associated with the specialty practices, he says. Graduates who do choose to go into family medicine are often overwhelmed by the pressures (i.e., overhead costs, increased responsibilities) of running a family practice busi- ness. As a result, many such graduates are now looking at other options such as walk-in clinics. Durham has suffered greatly because of the physician short- age. While the percentage of physicians taking new patients in Durham ranges from zero (in Oshawa, Newcastle, Cour- tice) to a high of eight per cent (in Port Perry), the percentage in Markham is 27 per cent; Richmond Hill is 34 per cent; To ronto is 23 per cent and Mis- sissauga is 19 per cent (calcu- lated from the listings on the CPSO Doctor Search Web site). “I think that some of the communities in the Missis- sauga or Markham areas have been high profile. They’ve been areas that people hear or read about in the news and they’ve been maybe more successful in the past,” says Dr. Atkinson. To help increase their chances of attracting physi- cians, the communities in Durham have each established a PRTF. The PRTFs in Bow- manville, Whitby and Uxbridge have been successful in attain- ing the underserviced designa- tion from the Ministry of Health. Other communities in Durham have applied for the designation. The Ministry of Health provides a tuition reim- bursement incentive to new graduates who choose to work in underserviced areas. In addition, “things are hap- pening in Durham that ... should help make it a much more attractive place for physicians to come. The ex- pansion and redevelopment of the hospital and the construc- tion of the new cancer centre will certainly raise the profile in the medical community,” says Dr. Atkinson. “We need to (find) ways of making Durham an attractive place for people to come and work as a physician. Lifestyle issues are the prime factors that drive physician choices in terms of practice location,” says Dr. Atkinson. Ms. Yorke echoes the sentiment by say- ing, “(we) want physicians who are going to stay. (We) want them to invest in (our) com- munity in that they like the lifestyle, they like the area.” Residents looking for a family doctor can search the CPSO Doctor Search Web site www.cpso.on.ca/Doctor_Searc h/ez_srch.asp?Scr=FIRST and the yellow pages on a continual basis. Officials advise to keep checking the individual offices and clinics because situations can change. Some of these clin- ics have waiting lists for new physicians. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 27 A/P TODAY, THE BEST WAY TO FIND A GREAT JOB IS WORKOPOLIS.COM. 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See page 32 Jim McAleese is back in Durham Region to get some laughs. Ajax comic out to get some laughs Ve teran comedian promises afternoon of good clean fun Stephanie Mason Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM –Come and enjoy the funny side of life and attend an afternoon of laughs, led by an Ajax comedian. Durham residents can listen to the non-offensive and clean ma- terial of two famous Canadian comedians, Jim McAleese and Greg Eckler Sunday, May 2 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 43, 471 Simcoe St. S., in Oshawa. McAleese, an Ajax resident, has been a comedian for more than 20 years. He's appeared on A&E's 'Evening at the Improv', CBC's 'Comics!', and 'Comedy at Club 54'. He's also been in several television commercials and movies, including 'Frequency' with Dennis Quaid. His sidekick and Toronto resi- dent, Eckler, has been a comedi- an for 14 years. He's written for MAD magazine, was a former staff writer on Open Mike with Mike Bullard, and has made sev- eral appearances on the Mike Bullard Show. The afternoon of comedy be- gins at 2 p.m. and is expected to last 90 minutes. Ticket are $10 in advance or $12.50 at the door. For more information, call Eleanor Mason Beeke at 905-576-7876. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Kayla Russell jumps into an attack during rehearsals of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School. Students have given the play a mod- ern twist and this is a scene during a fight between the Montagues and the Capulets. Secondary school tackles Shakespeare in student performance Stephanie Mason Special to the News Advertiser AJAX –Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' will be given a modern twist from the students of Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School next month. About 40 students, working on or off stage, have been practising since November to prepare for their big performance in May, ac- cording to Jessica Outram the director and teacher of arts and drama. Nathan Heydan, a Grade 12 student, and Alexia Tedesco, in Grade 11, play the star-crossed lovers. "It's a play within a play," said Outram. The students have added their own dialogue be- tween scenes to interpret new modernized ideas. Notre Dame also has a strong arts department, she said. Media Arts created slide back- drops for the production. Teach- ers, staff, and students at the school have been working hard to make a name for its theatre program. "We are starting to build up our arts department," she said. All proceeds will go toward the cost of production and anything above that will go toward future productions. (Performing arts) "helps build a community at school. It helps students develop the skills they need in the work force and gives them the confidence." Last year, Notre Dame's first production was 'Little Shop of Horrors.' The play's turnout was exceptionally good, considering there was an ice storm and still more than 1,000 people showed up. 'Romeo and Juliet' will be per- formed May 7 and 8 at 7 p.m. each night. Tickets are $5 at the door and are available in ad- vance. The school's at 1375 Harwood Av e., N., in Ajax For more information or to re- serve a seat, call Outram at 905- 686-4300 ext. 6925. Wherefore art thou, Notre Dame? Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo The bridge is falling CLAREMONT –– Ashley Bickle, left, and Shelbie Chester, sing and perform the actions to ‘London Bridge is Falling Down’ in a vocal music class at Claremont Public School, recently. Gospel singer performs tomorrow PICKERING –A popular gospel singer performs at the Pickering Pentecostal Church this week- end. John Starnes at one time had been in a rock band, but gave it up to dedicate his life to God. Now, he's a much sought-after singer for churches, conferences and conventions. The church congregation is celebrating its 40th anniversary at The Gathering Place, 1920 Bayly St. E. (at Squires Beach Road), Pickering. Starnes ap- pears Saturday, May 1 at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more information or to re- serve a ticket, call 905-428-6888. On stage May 7 and 8 Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' will be given a mod- ern twist from the students of Notre Dame Catholic Sec- ondary School May 7 and 8 at 7 p.m. each night. Tickets are $5 at the door and are avail- able in advance. The school's at 1375 Harwood Ave., N., in Ajax. For more information or to reserve a seat, call Outram at 905-686-4300 ext. 6925. Now through May 8 Whitby Courthouse The- atre presents Marsha Nor- man's play 'Night, Mother' at the Centennial Building, 416 Centre St. W., Whitby, Thurs- days to Saturdays. Individual tickets are $12 for Thursdays and $14 for Fridays and Satur- days. Tickets are available one month before the show at La- fontaine Trading Post, 106 Dun- das St. W., Whitby, 905-430- 3774. May 20 to June 26 Class Act Dinner Theatre presents Norm Foster's 'Open- ing Night' at the theatre, 104 Consumers Dr., Whitby. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., noon for Sunday matinees. For ticket in- formation, call 905-668-2229 or go to www.ClassActDin- nerTheatre.com. June 3 to 12 Oshawa Little Theatre Youth Group presents 'The Ad- ventures of Tom Sawyer' by Mark Twain. Curtain time is 8 p.m. For ticket information, call 905-723-0282. Performances Friday April 30, May 1 Giles Tomkins tops the bill at the Music From the Heart concert in Ajax tonight and to- morrow. The renowned bass- baritone from Pickering per- forms at St. Andrew's Presby- terian Church April 30 and May 1. The music begins both nights at 7:30 p.m. at the church, located at 35 Church St. N. Admission is $15 per person and tickets are avail- able at the door. Saturday, May 1 The Durham Youth Or- chestra and Friends, under music director John Beaton, present 'A Celebration of the Concerto' at the Salvation Army Temple, 570 Thornton Rd. N., Oshawa at 7:30 p.m. Guest soloist is Lief Moxon- Emer. Tickets cost $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for students and children and are available at the door or from Walter's Music Centre, 349 King St. W., Oshawa, Wil- son and Lee Ltd. Music, 87 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, United Way Information Services in the Oshawa Shopping Centre, the Thomas House of Music, 1001 Burns St. E., Whitby, and Lafontaine Trading Post, 106 Dundas St. W., Whitby. Sunday, May 2 Canadian tenor James Dundass, who will conduct an audition tour in Europe, sings in concert at 7 p.m. at Harmo- ny United Church, 15 Harmony Rd. N. He'll be accompanied by Igor Saika-Voivod. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors. For advance tick- ets or information, call the church office at 905-725-8463 or Marg Surette at 905-579- 2785. Saturday, May 8 Durham Region Concert Association presents Classical Jazz in concert at 8 p.m. at the Salvation Army Temple, 570 Thornton Rd. N., Oshawa. $25 for adults, $10 students. Tickets available at Thomas House of Music, 1001 Burns St. E., Whitby, Whitby School of Music, 101 Dundas St. W., Whit- by, Wilson and Lee, 87 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Walters Music Centre, Oshawa Centre, Os- hawa, Dynes Gift House, 728 Anderson St., Whitby. Vital Spark Folk Society presents Betty and the Bobs on May 8 at 8 p.m. at Brooklin Community Centre, 45 Cassels Rd., Brooklin. Tickets are $16. Voluntary memberships are $10 per year and current members may purchase four discounted tickets ($14) per show. Tickets are available at Lafontaine, 106 Dundas St. W., Whitby, and Mitchell Lumber, 15 Church St., Brooklin. For infor- mation on Vital Spark, go to www.vitalsparkfolksociety.ca. Saturday, May 15 The Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise will present 'Eric Na- gler and Friends' in concert at the Carruthers Creek Commu- nity Church, 599 Bayly St. E. in Ajax on Saturday, May 15. The Rotary Club of Whitby Sunrise is hoping to raise funds through Mr. Nagler's concert for their local and international projects, such as the 'Econom- ics of Staying in School' initia- tive and economic develop- ment and training in the Do- minican Republic. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased through participat- ing schools or at the Royal LePage Frank Real Estate of- fice, 200 Dundas St. E. in Whit- by. Lydian Wind Ensemble holds its spring pops concert at Hebron Christian Reform Church, 4240 Anderson St. N., Whitby. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 seniors and stu- dents. Children under 12 ad- mitted free. Ticket sales loca- tions are available by calling 905-666-3169 and can be pur- chased at the door. Saturday, May 29 Durham Philharmonic Choir presents its final con- cert of the season at the Sal- vation Army Temple, Thornton Road North, Oshawa, at 7:30 p.m. Sacred and secular music will be featured along with music from the theatre with guest musicians and singers. For tickets, call 905-728-1739. Saturday, June 12 To wn Hall 1873 Centre for the Performing Arts presents April Verch, two time Canadian fiddle champion, in concert at Port Perry United Church, Queen and Simcoe streets, Port Perry. Tickets are $25 and are available at Henshall's on Queen Street, Port Perry 905-985-1965. At the Galleries Now to May 26 Secondary schools in Durham Region are holding an Art Show at the Durham West Arts Centre this month, from April 26 to May 26. The show demonstrates some tremen- dous talent from eight differ- ent secondary schools. More than 30 works of art are on display, featuring pencil draw- ings, acrylics, sculpture, wa- tercolours, multi-media and much more. For more infor- mation on the youth art show contact Angie Littlefield at 905-686-7697 or at durhamwestartscentre@bell- net.ca. Now to May 24 The works of artists Paulette Best and Bob Thack- eray are on display at the McLean's Community Centre until May 24. The two artists are both talented in oil paints and have enjoyed it for a num- ber of years. Their joint dis- play will run at the McLeans Community Centre located on 95 Magill Drive in Ajax. The Community Centre is open from Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. All admission is free. For more information contact the Community Centre at 905-428-7711. Saturday, May 1, 2 Fifth annual Lake Scugog Spring Studio Tour offers a chance to view the works of 30 artists in their own studios, from Oshawa to Port Perry to Seagrave. Tour sites are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tour is free. Brochures and maps are available at various locations throughout down- town Oshawa and Port Perry, including art galleries and li- braries, or to visit www.scu- gogstudiotour.ca for more in- formation. Saturday, June 5 The City of Pickering and the PineRidge Arts Council celebrate 2004 Artfest Satur- day, June 5, featuring visual and performing artists. The one-day outdoor event is set- ting up in two locations this year. Residents can buy and enjoy the visual arts at Alex Robertson Park, at the end of Sandy Beach Road, and watch performing artists at Millenni- um Square, at the end of Liv- erpool Road South. Both events are just a trail apart. The event runs 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome and admission is free, as are the activities. Artists can exhibit or sell their work at Alex Robertson Park, but they must register by May 7. For more information, visit the city of Pickering's Web site at www.cityofpickering.com. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 31 P Many more unadvertised specials available instore. Hurry in for best selection. Sorry, no rainchecks or substitutions. Sale ends Thursday, May 6, 2004 or while quantities last. Limit 1 item per coupon. Original coupon only. With this coupon only 3 piece aluminium GARDEN TOOL SET $400 Reg. $19.99 CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway (at Brock Road), Pickering • 905-686-2308 59-2791-6 Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Drawn to his work PICKERING –– Cartoonist Chester Brown was at the Pickering Library, central branch, this week to talk about his work and ca- reer. A. J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Now this particular piece... DURHAM –– The Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa held an heirloom day, recently, where Wa ddington's appraisers evaluated items from the public. 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Laws of Attraction Director: Peter Howitt Starring: Pierce Bros- nan, Julianne Moore, Parker Posey High-powered New Yo rk divorce attorneys Daniel Rafferty and Au- drey Woods have seen love gone wrong in all its worst-case scenarios. When they are pitted against each other in a nasty divorce between famous clients, they travel to Ireland for the case, at an Irish castle. After a night of cele- brating at an Irish country festival, they wake up married. Also opening in the- atres this weekend are 'Godsend,' 'Envy,' 'Mean Girls' and 'Bobby Jones: Stroke of Genius.' Always obey the laws FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS, CLICK ON durhamregion.com Julianne Moore, left, and Pierce Brosnan, star in Laws of Attraction. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 PAGE 33 A/P 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. Sports FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Defence sparks big comeback Durham's best hoops players battle it out By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM — Plenty of offence and precious little defence tradition- ally mark all-star games of all stripes. Cam Nekkers, co-coach of the 'White' team in Wednesday night's Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) 'AAAA' all- star basketball game, decided to take a little different tack against the 'Blue' squad at the third an- nual showcase at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School in Pickering. After being blown out for most of the first half, trailing the Blue team by a 16-point margin at one point, Nekkers knew one thing that could potentially put his club back on an even footing: De- fence. The Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas' coach implored his players to use half-court pres- sure, and the results spoke for themselves. The pressure pro- duced numerous turnovers, lead- ing to easy transition baskets for the White side en route to a 78-68 victory. "We were down big, so we put in some half-court pressure and that seemed to rattle them," says Nekkers, joined on the bench by Pine Ridge co-coach Jason McKenzie. "We were a little scared being down by 16 (in the first half), but the guys played well and it was fun." Blue team co-coach Dave Jack- son, of Pickering High School, agreed the pressure negatively impacted the play of his back- court. "We turned the ball over too much," says Jackson, who was joined on the bench by co-coach Ron Parfitt. The showcase, featuring the elite players from Durham Re- gion secondary schools in the 'A A', 'AAA' and 'AAAA' levels, drew a large crowd to the St. Mary gymnasium to not only view the two all-star tilts, but also a three-point shooting contest and the ever-popular slam-dunk event. Eschewing an east-west for- mat, the players were instead drafted by the coaches, with the end goal being a competitive game. The 'AAAA' all-star game, for the most part, met that crite- rion, with the two teams engag- ing in a high-tempo affair for the audience in the jam-packed gym- nasium. "It was nice to have it be an evenly played contest," notes Jackson. Tom Budai of Eastdale Colle- giate in Oshawa, was named the MVP of the contest. Not only did he lead all scorers with 16 points, he showed a deft touch around the basket, especially in the sec- ond half. "I felt that was my threat today," says Budai. "I just wanted to take care of business." St. Mary Monarchs' Duane Howard led the Blue team with 11 points. Meanwhile, the White team beat the Red squad 85-69 in the 'A A'/'AAA' all-star contest, played before the 'AAAA' game. The three-point shooting con- test went to Matt Dewson of Os- hawa's G.L. Roberts Collegiate. Dewson earned 20 points in the first round, and won the event with 15 points in the final round. St. Mary's Sean Maingot had a final-round total of 14 to finish as the runner-up. Ajax High School's Devon Smith won the slam dunk crown. The runner-up was Shelton McKenzie of J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate of Ajax. Finishing third was Nathan Emmanuel of Henry Street High School in Whitby. New president and executive on the way for Annandale By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The ice may be out, but the business of curling carries on all summer. The turnover meeting for the Annandale Curling Club's execu- tive committee is May 28. Doug Lagasse ends his year as presi- dent and Jim Easson accepts the position for the 2004-05 season. Two meetings are carried out that evening, the last of the old committee, and the first of the new one. ••• For the record, more season winners can savour their victories until the ice goes back in at Thanksgiving. Winning the Thursday Night Mixed league crown was the Adrian Shewchuk team, while Alex Bianchi was runner-up. Steve Middleton, Dan Deschanes, and Geoff Peck cap- tured league titles in the 'B' to 'D' categories, respectively. Warren Leslie skipped his team to the 'A' division title in the Friday Night Mixed League, while Jim Sliva, Bert Durand, and Rob Anderson won titles in the 'B' to 'D' divi- sions, respectively. ••• The Brenda O'Hara rink won the Monday Night Ladies league 'A' division crown. Wilma Norton skipped the runner-up team. Jen- nifer McGhee, Carolyn Pritchard, and Lynn Jones skipped the teams winning the 'B' to 'D' divi- sions, respectively. ••• The Ford World Curling Cham- pionships finished in Gavle, Swe- den on Sunday. Canadian curlers captured medals, with Colleen Jones winning gold and Mark Dacey the bronze. Both teams were from Halifax. Next season, the championships split up, with the men's event headed for Victo- ria, while the women's is booked for Paisley, Scotland. The events also increase to 12 countries each from the current 10. The finals will change to the Paige playoff that gives first- and second-place round-robin finishers a second chance to win their way to the championship game. Curling business heats up off the ice Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Ajax High School Rams’ Devon Smith, left, and Michael St. Rose are usually on the same side. But, at Wednesday’s Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) ‘AAAA’ senior boys’ all-star game, they were on opposite sides of the ball. Here, Smith tries to drive past St. Rose during first-half action. Rock coach says early test a good harbinger of things to come By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM —Their early schedule may be impos- ing, but Ajax-Pickering Rock head coach Paul St. John is confident his club's start to the lacrosse season won't be, well, rocky. The Rock kicks off their sophomore season in the Ontario Lacrosse Associa- tion's senior 'B' league against the defending champion Owen Sound Woodsmen at the Picker- ing Recreation Complex Sunday night at 7 p.m. Five nights later, the Rock face another stern test, this time presented by the Kitchener-Waterloo Kodiaks at the complex on Friday, May 7 at 8:30 p.m. St. John says playing Owen Sound at this early point is perhaps prefer- able, as several of that club's players are still competing in the pro ranks, leaving them some- what vulnerable. "I expect our guys to come out and work hard. I expect a close game," says St. John, who's also the club's general manager. "The team, in better shape and the team better pre- pared, will win the opener and hopefully that will be us. We want to make sure we start strong and peak toward the playoffs as the season goes along." In fact, St. John believes it's best to play the elite teams right off the bat, as it will definitely reveal any shortcomings in the roster right away, as opposed to later in the campaign. "I'd rather go against the best now and address any situations early. If we need to bring in more offence, we can do that," he says. The Rock completed training camp through the latter part of April, with only a scant number of roster spots available, as much of the team's nucle- us was intact from last season. The new players, says St. John, will definitely be of the impact variety. He points to Scott James, an Australian, who turned a few heads in training camp and will be counted on for goal scoring. "He's got good speed and he could end up being a guy who'll surprise a lot of people. He looked good in practice, so he should f it in well," says St. John. He also praised the work of newcomers Gary Gould and Cody Laforme, who impressed during training camp. He says both possess speed and goal-scoring prowess. Of the returning play- ers, St. John's been sold on the work of Shaun Sum- merfield at training camp. Summerfield will be looked upon to provide leadership. "He's quickly developing into a leader, which I think is important for us. He's a really good defensive play- er, tough as nails, and he's great with the guys. I think he's going to have a breakthrough season," he says. St. John went on to say Summerfield has worked on his all-round game, and is being urged to expand his offensive contribu- tions. "We've challenged him to take a few shots," he says. The Rock's defence, es- pecially its goaltending, will be the team's strongest attribute again this season. Incumbent starter Mike Miron will again be counted on to provide steady netmind- ing. "He looks as good as ever," says St. John. St. John admitted the Rock are still embroiled in talks with the Peterbor- ough Lakers of the OLA Major Series, who still have his playing rights. Last year, Miron kept his commitments to the Lak- ers and the Rock, but this year, he would prefer to play only for the Rock. "A s far as right now, we're currently negotiat- ing with Peterborough. We 're trying to get him re- leased. We don't want him playing (for) both (teams) and he doesn't want to play both." A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Starting Sunday May 2, 2004 82 Victoria Street South, Port Hope 905-885-6487 or 800-346-5361 www.porthopegolf.ca Every Sunday (6:30 am-8:30 am) $30.00 18 holes $10.00 Power Cart per Person EVERYONE WELCOME MEN’S LEAGUE MEN’S LEAGUE 2004 MARKHAM 420 Denison Street (east of Woodbine) 905-470-0974 PICKERING 1477 Bayly Street (between Liverpool & Brock) 905-831-6708 MISSISSAUGA/BRAMPTON 1119 Derry Rd. E. 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Walk behind auto scrubber, propane buffer, teams welcome. transportation required. Call 1-877- 226-2536 ext. 221 E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004, PAGE 35 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 RECEPTIONIST - GREETER Required by Whitby Oshawa Honda. Duties include switchboard, cash relief, greeting customers. Basic computer skills. Hours 4:30 - 9:00 Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 6pm Saturdays. $7.15 per hour. Please bring resume to: 300 Thickson Road South,Whitby email: p_anderson@honda1.com or fax 905-665-1343 Ajax Giftware Company requires someone for a SECRETARY/ORDER DESK position Proficient with Windows, English Language, Telephone skills, type 60 wpm. French and Business Visions knowledge an asset. Please fax resume to:(905) 686-1957 Part-time Receptionist/Secretary required in busy atmosphere. Must have accounting and computer experience. Excellent customer service skills. A pleasant telephone manner, as well as a valid driver's license. Fax resume to: JENSEN TRAILERS 905-571-0404 Myron encourages all qualified applicants to apply. However, only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. Myron is a world leader in imprinted promotional material. We have been in the business of helping our clients grow their business for over 50 years. Over the next couple of months we will be hiring for: Business To Business Outbound Sales Representatives We offer: •Base plus Commissions plus Bonuses with a minimum Guaranteed Rate of $12/hr •No cap on earnings •Full time, Monday to Friday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 PM •Comprehensive Benefits Package •Paid Training - Modern office facilities including Employee Gym •Company paid Parking and other Great Perks •Located in N.E.Corner of Scarborough with easy access by Highways and TTC •Fast paced sales environment We r equire: •Motivated and progressive entrepreneurial individuals •Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written •Competent basic computer skills •Strong negotiating and closing skills •Professional and courteous telephone skills Qualified candidates interested in rising to the Myron Challenge are urged to forward their resumes by email to: hrcda@myron.com or by fax to 416-291-8786 or call our recruiting hotline @ 416-291-1834 ext. 599 The Leader in Personalized Business GiftsTM $14/hr www.myron.com Experienced OMVIC certified SALES PROFESSIONAL required for new and pre-owned vehicles.We offer a great pay plan, monthly bonuses, benefits and company demonstrator. Reply by fax to: 905-576-6078 Or email: info@fraserford.ca Experienced Medical Assistant for busy clinic. Duties: Medical Reception, Phlebotomy, and Clinical Workups. Part-time including evenings and weekends. Please fax resume with cover letter to 905-637-8589 or e-mail jobs@primacy.ca. RN With long term care experienced preferred for permanent part time evening position. RN's and RPN's required for casual on call. Fax resumes to (905) 427-5846 BALLYCLIFFE NURSING HOME RPN POSITIONS AVAILABLE Full-time & Part-time, all shifts Please send resume to: Community Nursing Home 1955 Valley Farm Road Pickering, Ontario L1V 3R6 Fax: 905-420-6030 Little Caesar's ***Now Hiring*** ASSISTANT MANAGERS (Full-Time Managing Partner Candidates) Ajax, Oshawa, Whitby Requirements: Hiring Full-Time positions only Available to work a combination of day & night shifts Must have own transportation Competitive Pay & Benefits Based on your work experience Send resume to: Director of Operations & Training Fax: 905-319-1648 ~ Email: sseif5@cogeco.ca OPEN HOUSE 103 Portage Trail, Whitby SUNDAY, MAY 2 1-4 PM Spacious and sought after 3 bedroom plus office "Brookfield" home in Whitby Shores. Many upgrades such as Hardwood, Jacuzzi Tu b,A.C., and Gas Fireplace to name a few. Walkout from kitchen to a fenced yard with a main floor laundry. $334,900 Call Don 905 430-0074 BEAUTIFUL AJAX, BY THE LAKE Beautiful landscaped mature lot , large cedar deck, private htd pool . Spacious open concept 4 bedroom 3 bathroom ,main floor library, family room with airtight fireplace, bright spacious greenhouse kitchen with walkout formal living/dining rm. MBR ensuite with step tub and a sap shower.All brick skylight double entry circ oak staircase, 3 bay windows finished in-law suite basement lovely lake area $397,900 PRIVATE SALE 905-683-3067 LOTS FOR SALE Fully treed 1 1/2 acre lots across the street from Lake Scugog, only minutes to town from $69,900. Also 2 acre lots starting at $155,000. in the Town of Port Perry with fab- ulous views of the lake and access to the lake in a prestigious development. Call (905) 424-3086 or e-mail to: rick@fourteenestates.com ONE MONTH FREE RENT Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments starting at $700. ●Renovated suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Senior Discounts Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y C r t ., A ja x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.a j a x a p a r t me nts .c om 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Clinical Registered Dietician Required for a 175 bed long term Care facility. Must have strong assessment skills, well developed problem solving and analytical abilities. Must be a member of the College of Dietician's of Ontario Mail/Fax resume to: Extendicare 82 Park Road, N. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8J1 Fax 905-579-1733 310-CASHCALL PAYD AY LOANS Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 2 2 7 4 Where every day is Payday! SATELLITE TECHNICIANS (con- tract or staff) required for installa- tion and service work from Scarbo- rough to Newcastle. Please email personnel@prosat.ca or fax 905- 723-4714. SETTLEMENT HOUSE SHOPS - Award Winning Furniture Retail Store needs a delivery person to join our team! Requirements:Full Class G License, Clean driving record, Ability to lift, Maintenance duties, Please contact Terry Wil- son, Operations Manager c/o Set- tlement House Shops 183 Queen Street, Port Perry, Ont. L9L 1B8. email: info@settlementhouse.com Fax (905) 985-4082. SISTERS PACE Fitness-30 Min- ute Fitness for Women is looking for experienced highly motivated fitness trainers. Email resume to pacefitness@rogers.com or fax re- sume to 416-3353493 SNACK BAR,mature counter help required for Delta Bingo, Picker- ing. Days, evenings, weekends, must be flexible. Apply in person at 975 Dilling- ham Rd. Pickering. WA ITSTAFF Full/Part Time including weekends Bring resume in person after 11a.m. to: Joe's Sports Bar & Billiards 2200 Brock Rd. Pickering (North of Hwy #2, at Dellbrook Plaza) WANTED full time experienced telemarketer for Whitby office. Hours: 4:00-9:00 Monday-Friday & 10:00-4:00 on Saturday. Paid hourly. Call for interview 905-430- 6367 ask for Terry. WAREHOUSE person required for busy Pickering location. Prior warehouse experience preferred, but not a necessity. Please send your resume stating salary expec- tations to jdavis@somcan.com WIMPY'S DINER Pickering has immediate openings for experienced Servers Apply with resume to 1660 Kingston Rd. Unit #1 ALL STUDENTS 18+ looking for summer work? $13.25 base-appt. Scholarships possible. Conditions apply. Customer sales/service. Call (905)668-7492 or Apply at: www.summerworkforyou.com. BUSY SPA AND SALON requires Registered Massage Therapist and Hairstylist. Minimum 5 yrs. exp.required. Call for appt. (905)728-0435 FULL/PART time Registered Mas- sage Therapist, 2 required, for new Spa in Cobourg. E-mail or fax re- sume to spainfo@HeavenO- nEarth.ca, or fax 905-372-5965. HAIRSTYLIST/BARBER required immediately in Pickering. Top wages. Call 905-831-1221 or cell 416-917-9295. HAIRSTYLIST WANTED.Mini- mum 2-5 yrs. experience, for busy professional salon. Ongoing edu- cation. Apply in person to Gino or Elaina at Personal Touch Hair Stu- dio, 5969 Baldwin St. S. Brooklin. 905-655-0466. LICENSED STYLIST needed for new upscale salon in Ajax. Call (905)619-3487 LUCINDA'S SALON & SPA cur- rently looking for Full/Part time STYLIST. For appt. call 905-571- 2582. ARCHITECTURAL mill work com- pany seeks cabinet maker in the Durham Region area. Day Shifts an Afternoon Shift, fully experi- enced please. Please fax resume to (905) 433-1463 AUTOMOTIVE PAINTER required immediately, full-time. Experience an asset. Call 905-985-5595 BRY RON CONTRACTING Now Hiring Excavator Operators (JD Controls), Fine Grade Dozer Oper- ators minimum 3 years experience and experienced Equipment Me- chanics. Must have valid drivers li- cense. Newmarket to Cobourg ar- ea. No Phone Calls. Fax resume to: 905-686-5400 CABINET maker required for small custom shop in South Oshawa. Must have at least 5 years experi- ence. Plastic laminate experience an asset. Please fax resume to 905-404-2699 CRANE AND EQUIPMENT DIS- PATCHER - Durham based com- pany. Construction exp. a must. Knowledge of GTA. Must be com- puter literate. Crane exp. an asset. Email only. No telephone calls or follow-ups. resumes@dwightcrane.com FRAMING CARPENTER,min 5 years exp. Own transportation and tools. Call 905-449-3633 (cell) or 905-428-6013 (home) LICENSED MECHANIC required for busy shop in Durham. Comput- er skills a must and "Ontario Drive Clean" test and repair an asset. Monday to Friday. Fax resume to (905) 430-3694. NIGHT SHIFT OPERATOR re- quired for CNC Plazma Table. Will train. Fax resume to: 905-831- 1477 Att: Human Resources. OIL + GAS Service Technician. Full time positions available. Li- censed fitter 2 with minimum 5 years service experience. Up to $23.00 per hour. Benefit package, RRSP contributions, sales com- missions, clean driving record, neat appearance. Fax resume to (905) 885-1108 or cal (905) 885- 8216. Port Hope Area. QUALITY INSPECTOR required for busy steel fabrication company. Must be able to read blueprints and have knowledge of welding. Computer literacy is preferred. Fax resume to: 905-831-1477 Att: Hu- man Resources. SERVICE TECHNICIAN.Experi- enced field technician required to repair Horizontal Balers and Con- veyors. Ideal candidate will have strong background in hydraulics, electrical and programmable con- trols. Good driving record. Travel required. Fax (905) 420-0319 or email resume to: jobs@machinexrt.ca SERVICE TECHNICIANS re- quired. Service Technicians and tune up specialists. Leading HVAC service company has immediate opportunities for skilled, experi- enced service technicians, gas fit- ter 2. Minimum an ODP certificate required. Exceptional people skills, professional appearance and clean driving record. We offer ex- cellent compensation packages, health benefits, on going company paid training, company vehicle. Join an exceptional company with exceptional people Contact: Mi- chael. Phone (905) 683-0380 or fax resume to (905) 683-3377 UPHOLSTER required with mini- mum of 3 years experience in car or furniture. Fax resume to 905- 377-0737. WOODEN Reel manufacturer requires supervisor. Knowledge of wood working equipment and supervisory skills essential. Send resume to Gan Reel Manufactur- ing, 185 Mill St., Gananoque, Ont, K7G-2L4. 3 LAWYER FIRM - Require full time Receptionist/Secretary. Com- puter skills and Microsoft Word es- sential. Previous legal experience an asset. Fax Resume to: 905- 668-8475 or deliver to 326 Dundas Street East Whitby. OFFICE Administration Clerk. position is for 1 year, to cover for maternity leave. Full time, with re- quirement to work to 6:00pm at least 3-days /per week. Duties in- clude assisting Senior Projects Manger with job tracking, involving contractor payments, clients liai- son, installer support. Please fax resume to 905-743-9057. RETAIL HOME DECOR store in Ajax now hiring part time positions. Experience an asset. Evenings and weekends required. Fax re- sume to 905-683-3940. OFFICE ASSISTANT For mater- nity leave, up to a maximum of 1year. Full time, Monday-Friday, 10:00am to 6:00pm. Accurate data entry required, following up on re- ports from data base, general of- fice duties, answering phones and customer service. Please fax re- sume to 905-743-9057. ORDER DESK / CUSTOMER SERVICE position available for Whitby Manufacturing Plant. Ex- cellent organizational, communica- tion and computer skills are essen- tial requirements. Please fax reus- me to (905) 668-5477. REAL ESTATE office looking for part time Secretary/Receptionist, for evenings & weekends. Real es- tate experience. an asset. fax re- sume to 905-428-7680 attention Ellen or Donna. Phone 905-428- 7677. SECRETARY/ADMINISTRATOR person needed for busy Whitby real estate team. Only those with advanced computer and adminis- trator skills need apply. Marketing knowledge an asset. Email re- sume to: dbldutch@rogers.com SEEKING ENTRY LEVEL Admin- istrative Professional. Computer and office experience, excellent communication, organization and data entry skills required. Must en- joy busy environment. Submit re- sume by fax to Kim Coley, Water- mark Insurance Services Inc. 905- 839-9406. CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP in Port Perry requires a licensed mechan- ic. Call Don Jr. (905) 985-7354. SALES PERSON with vehicle for Ontario Selling Food Machinery, with a positive attitude. Fax: 905- 728-4703. SALES, ADVANCED COMMIS- SIONS.Work from home, F/T P/T. A needed service, no competition, established NYSE Company. Dia- na Thompson 416-244-3312. A.B.A. THERAPIST needed for mildly autistic child in Oshawa area. Call Randy or Maryann (905)432-9299. HYGIENIST required for a pro- gressive, energetic Dental Prac- tice. The successful candidate will be flexible. Looking for a challeng- ing position, where you will be ap- preciated as a valued team mem- ber. Deliver resume to 300-60 Lib- erty St. S. Bowmanville, or fax to 905-623-3201 attention Karen. LEVEL II DENTAL ASSISTANT required for one year maternity leave starting June. 37 hour work week, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. No even- ings/weekends. Markham/Law- rence. Please fax resume to (416) 438-3431. P/T DENTAL Receptionist/Assist- ant required for progressive dental office in Markham. Involves two evenings and 3 - 4 days per week. Please fax resume to (416) 223- 0293. JOIN A winning team! Busy Italian inspired restaurant now hiring an experienced, dynamic kitchen manager. Knowledge of all kitchen operations a must. Please apply in person 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - 600 Grandview Drive South, Oshawa (I.G.A. Plaza) (Corner of Grand- view and Bloor) RELIABLE NANNY/Housecleaner avail. for 2-3 days, weekdays or weekends. 2 years experience with very good references. (905)428-3818 A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com THE DURHAM DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SEALED PROPOSALS will be received in the envelopes provided by the undersigned before 4:00 P.M. Local Time on the specified closing date. RFP04-03DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAM CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, May 18, 2004 Proposal documents are available from the Purchasing Department. The Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. D.M. Homeniuk, C.P.P., CPPO Manager of Purchasing The Durham District School Board 400 Taunton Road East Whitby, Ontario. L1R 2K6 PUBLIC NOTICE Issued w/o Prejudice/Malice To whomever it may concern I,Wilfred S. Rocha, of 60 Leach Dr., Ajax, ON L1S 7B5 - would hereby wish to inform whom ever it may concern. I have severed all relationship with my wife Juliette R. Rocha (57) (nee Mendez) and my sons Karl G. Rocha (21) and Jason W. Rocha (20) Please note that I will not be held responsible for any of their debts and liabilities. Effective March 1st, 2004. Legal Notice to Wei-Hua Liang An application has been commenced against you by Henna Au-Yeung at the Ontario Superior Court Of Justice, Family Court in Oshawa, Ontario. Please call Roselyn T. Pecus, Lawyer, 905-709-8105. Personal Attendant Care Inc. is looking for Directors Personal Attendant Care is looking for applicants to fill positions on its Board of Directors. Personal Attendant Care Inc. provides assisted living and personal care to physically challenged adults through out the Durham Region and is ful- ly funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health. Candidates should have some knowledge and interest in non profit organizations and board policies. Only applicants receiving an interview will be notified. Completed applications must be received by May 10, 2004. For an information package, call Sylvia Spice, Executive Director at (905)576-5603 PERSONAL ATTENDANT CARE INC. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Will be held on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 At the Durham Board of Education 400 Taunton Rd.E., Whitby, Ontario Board Room # 2020 at 6:30 pm By-Laws and Auditors Report available upon request please contact Sylvia Spice 905-576-5603 FREE Drop In Support Group For Adults Who Want To Be Smoke-Free Tuesday May 4 - July 6, 2004 7:00 - 8:30 pm Whitby Mall, Thickson Road Call Durham Region Health Department (905) 723-8521 ext. 2125 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2125 INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD -safe home envionment -programming - personal attention -receipts - full or part-time -caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections -Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 ST. 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 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 Publishes every Friday D EADLINE: 12:00 noon Wednesday T O A DVERTISE: Call Janice @ 905-683-0707 or Fax 905-579-4218 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791. Starting April 14th-May 29th The purpose Driven Life Program will be given here at Revivaltime. For more information please call the Church Register Now... 'A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS'- Gentleman caregiver, single, non- smoker/non-drinker, excellent ref- erences, SEEKS POSITION as butler, cook, chauffeur, grounds- keeper, in Durham Region or else- where. Reasonable salary expec- tation. Reply to: P.O. Box 525, Main St. Oshawa, Ont. N6A 1J3. A newly built dream bungalow for sale by owner/builder, Cobourg. Exclusive one-of-a-kind new home located in a very desirable area with excellent rental potential. Steps to sandy beach, fabulous harbour and all amenities in a pleasant, quiet and friendly down- town neighborhood. 1700 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, main floor laundry, hardwood, ceramics, cus- tom quality finishes, huge open 9 ft high finished basement with separ- ate entrance and great yard on a well treed lot. Owner/builder will work one on one with buyer on customized finishes to ensure your dream home becomes a reality. $334,900. 905-377-8278 CUL-DE-SAC location, 5 level side split, Beaufort Court, Oshawa off Keewatin. 3 bedroom and storage on upper level. Dining/livingroom, oak kitchen overlooking family room with fireplace/sliding door to fenced yard, rec room, main floor laundry, 3 washrooms, AC, central vac,double car garage. Asking $279,500. Private open House Sunday May 2, 1-5.(905)433-2925 OPEN HOUSE 2:30-4:30 Stunning 50x300ft country property in the midst of the city. Beautiful updated 3-bedroom, Jacuzzi tub, C/A, gas fireplace, pine/hardwood floors. A complete paradise, seclud- ed, on one of Pickering's hottest streets. $279,900. 905-852-3053 www.rpt.ca/appleview OPEN HOUSE May 1 & 2nd., 2-4 pm. 18 Auburn Lane, prestigious, sought after area of Courtice 3 bedroom, 2 baths, wrap around porch, CA, Alarm system, finished basement, walk to schools, loads of charm a must see. Asking $245,000. call (905)435-0455 PRIVATE SALE $218,990. 46 Plantation Court, "Williamsburg" Whitby, Freehold Townhome -- 3 bdrm., 2-1/2 baths, 1600-sq.ft. with 300-sq.ft. finished walkout bsmt. overlooking picturesque pond. Up- graded carpet & kitchen. 3 appls. included. 905-430-5462 or 905- 655-4024. SELLING PRIVATE?Full colour newspaper found at 200+ loca- tions, 2 websites. Don't pay for 6 months OAC til sold. View homes at www.privateexchange.com (905)426-5699. SOUTH PICKERING - 4 Bedroom Backsplit. Large Corner Lot. Beautifully upgraded, maple kitchen, hardwood, CAC. 900 Vistula Drive. Private Sale $289,900. (905) 831-7680. On-line www.900vistula.com. OPEN HOUSE Sat & Sun, May 1st & 2nd 1-4pm. WHITBY excellent location, 6-months new, 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 baths, walk to Walmart, Catholic (french)/Public highschools, new arena, lots of upgrades, option for extra room. $219,900. 905-430- 7772 AJAX,premium south central lo- cation, west exposure, 3-bdrms, big l/r & d/r, eat-in kitchen, 2-4pc baths, balcony, ensuite laun- dry/storage, 4 appliances, u/g parking, security, pool/sauna, ten- nis, exercise room, immediate pos- session. $165,000. (905)427-4665 AJAX- $144,300.Premium south- central location, 2 lg bdrms, big LR/DR, eat-in kitchen, 1 1/2 baths, huge balcony, ensuite laundry & storage, u/g parking, security, pool, tennis courts, exercise rm, sauna. Immediate possession (905)427-7452. WELL ESTABLISHED FAMILY owned cafe in Whitby professional building. $43,000 O.B.O. Owner retiring. Call 905-430-1572 week- days, 9-4pm. 6000SQ.FT.industrial unit avail- able. 190 Waterloo. Full zoning. Call 905-432-7223. 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Credit issues, pre approvals, cash back, low rates, residential/commercial. Call Dennis at (289)314-1102 Visit web application at www.mortgagebid.ca 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 AMS ARRANGES 1st & 2nd up to 100% for any property. Self Em- ployed, bankrupts, foreclosures stopped, debt consolidation, refi- nance. Good/Bad credit all appli- cations processed. Prime Bank rates to Private Funding. Call Val Lawson or Robert Brown Local 905-436-9292 or 1-877-509-5626. www.accuratemortgages.com ATTENTION HOME OWNERS - BEST RATES:1st/2nd Mortgages preapprovals, purchases & refi- nances for any purpose. Bad credit ok. Kim (905)723-7351, CSI Mort- gages, 718 Wilson Ave. Suite 200, Toronto. BUYING A Home? Consolidating? (100% financing OAC) Rates from 1.99%. Qualify by phone. Quick response. 20 Years real estate ex- perience. Call Leta. (905)428- 8565. SGH Mortgages. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.90% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt con- solidation a specialty. For fast pro- fessional service call (905)666- 4986 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 MORTGAGE? Call b4 go to Bank Credit problem? No Income? 905-424-4091 Email: ferduse@aol.com MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 MORTGAGES - lst time buyers' pre qualify now!! to 100% oac. lst and 2nd and 3rd mortgages. Equi- ty financing and debt consolida- tion. 1-888-749-0001. All mortgag- es arranged thru The Mortgage Al- liance Company of Canada. NO Fee Mortgages. 1st, 2nd, 3rd. Better than Bank Rates up to $100, residential/commercial. Private. Call Dean 416-356-1700. 1 & 2 BEDROOM AVAILABLE for May 1st. Located at 946 Masson St. $650/$795 per month, all inclu- sive. No pets. Please call 905-576- 6724 or 905-242-4478. 1 BDRM APT, avail now. Simcoe St. North Oshawa, Appliances, laundry facilities, 1-parking, Call 905-720-0432 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, Pickering, near go station and walking distance to PTC, $600 includes utilities, share laundry, Available May lst. (905) 831-5262, (416)803-4194 COURTICE,2-bedroom apt., on upper level of house, Parking, all inclusive. $1050 monthly. First/last. Call (905)665-1905. 1-BEDROOM basement, separate entrance, close to GM, 401, shop- ping and bus stop. No pets. Park- ing. $615/month (inclusive). First/last. Avail. June 1st/04. (416)264-7990 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. Call (905) 579-7649 for an appointment. 2-BEDROOM apt., heat included. Available May lst. Appliances in- cluded. $800/month, required 2 references, first/last. One bed- room, $750/month, May lst. (416)286-4369 2-BEDROOM plus living room, dinning room, very clean, huge driveway. All inclusive, $950/mo. 497 King St E. Oshawa. Call (905)706-8169 2-BEDROOM,upper duplex aprt. Private entrance, large kitchen with storage, laundry, 4pc. bath, balcony, heated, appliances, parking. OC area. $825/month, (905)728-5570. A-1 - GOOD area Oshawa, avail- able May 1st, very spacious 2 bed. apt. upper level of home. $900/mo. First/last. Util. included. Laundry fac. available. Leave message 905-576-7532. ADULT Lifestyle Building, close to Oshawa hospital, 2-bedroom main floor & basement of house. First/last references required. No pets. $825/month plus hydro. Lynn (905)436-6886. AJAX - large 1 bedroom base- ment. Sep. entrance, 2-parking spaces, all utilities excluding phone. Washer, dryer included. No smoking/pets. First/last/security- deposit $850/mo. Available imme- diately. Cell: 416-569-5430. AJAX - large bright one bedroom basement apt. Quiet home/no pets. $850/first and last. Referenc- es. Available immediately..Salem Rd., S. of Bayly. 905-686-7420 af- ter 6 p.m. AJAX -new, bright & spacious 2 bdrm bsmt apt. Shared laundry, parking, close to all amenities, no smoking/pets, $850/mo + 1/3 util- ities. Available May 1. 905-619- 3403. AJAX - One large bedroom base- ment, Salem/Bayly, must see. Modern, clean, separate entrance, 4-appliances, no smoking/pets. $750/mo. + utilities. Available now. Call 905-668-8607. AJAX - Oxford Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, close to shopping, GO. Pool, sauna. 2 and 3-bdrms $965/1065, available immediately(3-bdrm), May/June 1st. (905)683-8571 or 905-683- 8421. AJAX - two bedroom, separate en- trance, appx. 900 sq. ft., large kitchen. Available immediately. $875 all included. lst/last, no pets /no smoking, references. Call (905) 683-8092. ONE BEDROOM apt for rent. Lo- cated 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. Avail. May 1st. No pets. Please call (905) 579-2387 after 5 p.m. AJAX BEAUTIFUL BASEMENT apartment for rent, come and see, two large bedrooms, living, family and dining. $l,000 per mo. all inclu- sive. 2 parking. May lst.(905)426- 4562 AJAX OPPOSITE Wal-Mart, spa- cious, legal 2-bedroom walkout basement, 4 appliances, private laundry facilities, near schools, no pets/smoking, $849/mo. Available, private entrance (905)686-5559 cell (416)895-4388 AJAX:Harwood/Hwy#2, walkout 2-bedroom basement. non-smok- ing/pets. OSHAWA: 936 Glen St. near GM. 2-bedroom, in complex. Both fully renovated, close to amenities. (905)428-8656 or (905)427-6622. ATTRACTIVE newly renovated 1&2 bedroom apts, $725 & $865./mo. inclusive. Laundry, bal- cony, parking, appliances includ- ed. Available immediately. Mill/Simcoe Oshawa. call 1-800- 486-9826. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $ 1,000. Call (905)767-2565 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,one bedroom basement apt., parking & laundry avail. $650 all inclusive. requires references and first & last. avail- able immediately. call (905)697- 3410 CENTRAL OSHAWA large 2 bed- room main floor of duplex, plus fin- ished basement. Fresh paint, new flooring, $900./mo. inclusive, first/last/references. call (905)260- 4208. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - One bed- room, $650 all inclusive. Two bed- room apartment available. $985 all inclusive. Available June. lst. Phone 905-430-7903. DUNDAS/COCHRANE - Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedroom apt. available. Close to school/shop- ping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-666-1525 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has 2- bdrm units & 4-bdrm units. Avail. immediately, Hydro & parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299 LAKERIDGE/HWY#2 Main floor large 2-bedroom eat-in kitchen dining room, walkout family room new 4pc bath laundry private yard 2-parking no smoking/pets May 1st $950 inclusive 905-426-4197. LARGE 2 BEDROOM basement apt. $850/inclusive. South end Oshawa. Available after June 1st. Laundry, parking, (905)571-5256 Call Sunday after 8 p.m. or leave message. LARGE 2-BDRM APT.6-plex. Avail immediately. Fridge/stove, laundry facilities, close to Oshawa Centre. $750/mo + hydro. First/last. No pets. Call 905-431- 7762. LARGE bright 2-bedroom base- ment apartment. 7 windows, park- ing, laundry, backyard. $850/inclu- sive. Open house Sunday May 2nd, 3-5pm. 1078 Ronlea. Olive/Grandview area. (905)434-5920. LARGE ONE BEDROOM avail- able June 1st. Sep. entrance, near Oshawa Centre/Hospital. Laundry, parking, utilities included. First/last. $750. Call 905-725-7644 or 416- 383-3445. LOOK NO FURTHER, beautiful Courtice 2-bdrm, private country surroundings, minutes to town, laundry/storage in apt. $1100 in- clusive. Avail. June 1. Call 905- 435-7264. MEADOWVALE/ SHEPPARD 1-bdrm bsmt apt., 2 levels, sep entrance, a/c, parking, cable, laundry inc. Non- smoking, near TTC & Go. $800/month. (416)283-0994 NORTH OSHAWA triplex bright & clean large 3 bedroom, hardwood & ceramics, dishwasher, air, stor- age & parking. No smoking/pets $950 + hydro. (905)839-3939 or 416-720-1353 OLIVE/HARMONY - 3-bedroom upper level, well maintained house enclosed backyard, close to all amenities. $1195. plus utilities. Available immediately. Students welcomed. (416)297-4905, cell (416) 402-3435. OSAHWA,large 1-bedroom, upper level, $795/mo, parking. 1-bedroom basement, $575/month, no parking. Both clean, quiet, nicely decorated, sep- arate entrance, laundry. All in- clusive, avail. immediately, no smoking/pets. First/last/ref. 416-473-9512. OSHAWA - 2 bedroom apartment, spacious, clean, available now. $930/month includes all utilities. Schools and bus near by. No dogs. 905-427-8538 to view. OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOM fur- nished basement apartment, sep- arate entrance, no smoking, no pets. $850/mo. inclusive, first/last. Suitable for 2 students or 1 work- ing person. Available May 1st. Call 905-259-1175. OSHAWA - 2 bedroom in quiet building, in north end. $825/mo. in- cludes heating, (hydro extra). Laundry on-site, avail. June 1st. First/last required. Call 905-723- 1850. OSHAWA -304 Simcoe S., 17 Quebec St., older apartment build- ings. 1-bdrm apts. $620, heat/hy- dro included 2 bed. apt. $700.. First/last required. Avail. immed. Stephen 905-576-8699 or 905- 259-5796. OSHAWA -ONE BEDROOM basement apartment, $750 per mo. all inclusive. lst/last required. Separate entrance, laundry. Avail- able immediately. Parking includ- ed. Call Kam (905) 439-8880 OSHAWA -Simcoe St. N., luxury 2 bdrm apt. above store. New ap- pliances, immediate possession. $850/mo. Call 1-416-305-2539. OSHAWA -large 2 bedroom, open concept, fireplace, new kitchen, private balcony $825 includes heat. Call Doug (905) 424-1477. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558- 2622 . OSHAWA,1-bdrm upper level plus loft, $790/mo inclusive, 1-parking, private entrance. First/last. Avail. May 1st. (416)284-7502. OSHAWA,2-bedroom apartment, available June 1st. Upper level of duplex. $750/month, utilities and parking included. First/last/refer- ences required. (905)725-2228. OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updated decor, parking included, laundry on site. $725 plus hydro. Available May 1st. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA,356 Dwight Ave. 2- bedroom apartment in duplex. Stove, fridge, washer & dryer. $750/month, first/last required. Available June 1st. No pets. (905)721-1640 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004, PAGE 37 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 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 "Two Moms & A Granny" Giftware & Boxes Spring Open House and Sale Saturday, May 1st ~ 11-4 580 Foxwood Trail, Pickering (Whites/Sheppard) (905)831-7832 BAYWOOD CENTRE Corner of Bayly St & Monarch Ajax (No Frills Plaza) ATTENTION VENDORS Tables available for you to sell your treasures at our 9th Annual SIDEWALK & YARD SALE Saturday May 29th, 2004 8am to 2 pm Rain Or Shine Cost per table is only $20 with proceeds in support of the Children's Wish Foundation.Those interested may contact Wendy Holland at The Gift Gallery 905-427-5588 4TH ANNUAL FUN FAIR EXTRAORDINAIRE May 15th & 16th, 2004 Don't miss out on your opportunity to exhibit in our fabulous Vendor Village!!! Over 4000 people attended last year. For more information please call (905) 426-4676 ext. 227 CALLING ALL CRAFTERS Space is still available for the Spring Craft Show at Kingsway College on May 02, 2004. For information pls call Lisa (905)426-4676 ext, 227 or e-mail lmatthews@durhamregion.com SPRING BBQ SALE Discount Liquidation Warehouse BBQs & Accessories New Inventory - Variety of Items Sale starts Saturday May 1 Open Friday 12-6, Sat & Sun 10-5 Come and see us at 220 Clements Rd. E. Unit10/11 in Ajax (Behind Bingo Country, look for the red doors) (905)427-3435 Bring this ad for 10% DISCOUNT on orders over $10 - offer expires May 30 GARAGE SALE SAT., MAY 1ST LOTSA AND LOTSA OF STUFF Couches, freezer, TV, VCR, gas dryer, lots of household items and keepsakes. Must Go!!! Best offer moves it. Take a ll or 1 at a time For information call (905) 428-6013 and leave message. 4 AND 6 JALLAN DRIVE Saturday, May 1, 8 a.m. Rain or shine Tools, gas power washer, Makita drills, china, Christmas decorations, desk, curtains, children's books, doors, windows, knick-nacs etc. GIANT GREENWOOD COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Saturday, 1st May 2004 -- 9am - 2pm (Rain or Shine) Westney Rd & Hwy 7 Follow the purple and yellow balloons!! New and used household items, furniture, infant/kids stuff, books, crafts and lots more… Huge Multi Family Garage Sale Saturday May 1st. 8am start 7 George St. Ajax Rain date, Saturday May 8th. HUGE CONTENT & YARD SALE Saturday May 1st 8am -2pm Raindate Sunday May 2nd 980 Alliance Rd., Pickering Dining room, hutch, flat screen TV, tools, marble table, pictures, lamps,1982 Yamaha motorcycle, Something for everyone! Garage Sale Saturday May 1st. 9am-3pm 692 & 694 Balaton Ave. Pickering (Liverpool/Krosno) Precious moments (905-839-7543), and large dolls, books, clothes, crafts, household items, etc. Multi Family Yard Sale Saturday May 1st. 9:00p.m. - 3:00p.m. On Smales Drive in Ajax (Harwood/Rossland area) Everything Must Go!!! BIG STREET/MOVING SALE Oakwood Dr., Pickering, 8am-? furniture, large window, hockey, golf, bikes, crib, BBQ, plants, computer, fans, etc. MOVING SALE 27 Agate Rd. Ajax (Rands Rd.) Stove, dryer, washer, toys, household, misc. items. Sat. May 1st, 8-3 p.m. (Raindate Sun. May 2nd) YARD SALE Sat. May 1st, 9-1 p.m. 1202 Maple Gate Rd. & Timber Court, Pickering (2nd street N. of Finch, off Dixie) To ys, furn, china, chrystal, baby items, crafts Yard Sale Saturday May 1st, 9am-3pm 1616 Rayleen Cres. Pickering. Bikes, Sewing machine, CD's and lots of good stuff. GARAGE SALE 28 Farmers Ave. (Church/Delaney) TV, tables, sm. appl., toys, and lots more! May 1st 8am - 12pm HUGE MOVING SALE Sat. May 1st, 9am-2pm furniture, household items, antiques, and much more! 82 Spiers Cres.,(Bayly/Shoal Point) Curious About Funerals... Join us for a free funeral pre-planning seminar on Tuesday, May 4th, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. A tour and refreshments will follow Please call to confirm your attendance McEachnie Funeral Home 28 Old Kingston Road Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 MERCER, Ann-Marie (nee Henderson) - Pass ed away peacefully at home on Tuesday April 27, 2004 in her 57th year, after a courageous battle with cancer. Will be sadly missed by her children Stephen and his wife Jelena, David and his wife Sarah, and Angela and her fiance Brad. Proud grandmother of Cadance. Pre-deceased by her hus- band Derek Mercer. Dear sister of Lilly and Russell Brander of Florida, Sean and Anita Henderson, Martin and Breda Henderson, Patrick and Patsy Henderson and Liam Henderson, all of Northern Ire- land. Dear sister-in-law to Rosemary and Billy Mon- roe and Margaret and Ken McCreight of Northern Ireland. Visitation will be held at LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME 1763 Reach Road, Port Perry (905) 985-7331 on Thursday April 29 from 1 -4pm and 6-9pm. . Funeral service will be held Friday April 30th at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Port Perry at 11:00am. Burial and recep- tion to follow. If desired, flowers may be sent to Low & Low Funeral Home. "You will be missed.We love you forever and a day" OSHAWA,Hospital area. Nice, clean quiet 1-bedroom apartment, available immediately/June 1st. $775/monthly, includes utilities, appliances, 1-parking space & bal- cony. Fist/last, no dogs. 905-721- 0831 or 905-728-2969. OSHAWA,Olive/Wilson 1-bed- room basement in bungalow. C/A, fridge/stove, microwave, share BBQ, washer/dryer. No pets. Suit single working individual. Refer- ences. $700/month utilities includ- ed. Call for appointment 905-725-1595 or 905-728-6766 PICKERING - Altona/Sheppard. Large 2 bedroom basement apart- ment. Private entrance, 1-parking. Close to all amenities. No pets, no smoking. $850/inclusive. Available May 1st. First/last. Call Hasan 905-509-4546. PICKERING VILLAGE King- ston/Church, suitable for single, one bedroom basement, clean, spacious, utilities tv/cable includ- ed, laundry, private entrance, no pets/smoking, first/last references. $700. Avail mid-May (905)426- 4773 PICKERING,Ve ry nice area. bachelor apt. with private entry, own laundry room, nice kitchen and bathroom. Suit female non- smoker. Available immediately. $595+cable. 905-831-6311. PICKERING,extra large 1-bed- room loft. $975 inclusive. Cable and parking included. No smok- ing/pets. Available May 1st/15th. 905-839-4727 or 905-728-0097 PICKERING,Hwy#2/Glenngrove. Tw o 1-bedroom apartments. Sep- arate entrances, laundry, 1-park- ing. $750/$550 inclusive, Close to Pickering Town Centre, TTC, School. Available immediatly. Call 416-676-5808 or 905-831- 9367. PICKERING,new attractive, spa- cious one bedroom basement apartment. Close to 401, separate entrance, new appliances, C/A, cable, parking. No pets/smoking, $740. Available immediately. 905- 509-4361. PORT PERRY (south of)--self-con- tained bachelor apartment across from conservation area, minutes to Oshawa. Satellite TV. $650/month 1st & last. Call 905- 985-4166. 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. SIMCOE N.on Russet Ave.. 2 bedroom, newly decorated. $870 good location, bright well main- tained quiet 12 plex. Nice neigh- bourhood, close to shopping, bus, utilities, heating, cable, parking in- cluded, Laundry facilities. No dogs. (905)576-2982. SMALL two bedroom apt. in Cour- tice triplex, $650 plus hydro. Suit- able for single or couple. Quiet neighborhood. Call 905-436-2271, available immediately. 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 apt in Ajax,$795 incl. Westney / Ritchie area. Close to school, park, GO station. No pets. First/last and references. Available May 1. (905) 686-2993. WHITBY - Bright basement bache- lor. Separate entrance, kitchen- ette, includes utilities. Non-smoker, no pets. $650. Available June 1st. Call Gloria 905-666-3440. WHITBY - new bright one-bed- room basement apt., large win- dows, laundry, parking, sep. en- trance. Full use of backyard, $800/all inclusive. Available asap. Call (905)665-3350. 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,basement apartment. 2-bedrooms, 1400sq.ft., parking, laundry, A/C, private fenced side yard and entrance. No smok- ing/pets. $1000/month, all utilities and cable included. Call (416)577-1109 WHITBY,Brock & Dundas,1 bed- room apartment. $775/month, heat & water included. 1 parking. First/last required. Available immediately or June 1st. Call (416)493-1927 WHITBY,large 2-bdrm, well kept triplex, balcony, laundry facilities, close to GO train, heat & water incl. $750/mo. First/last. (905)655- 3125 WHITBY.Walkout basement apartment, 1-bedroom, suit single person. Private entrance. Close to GO/Mall. Parking, laundry, $750/month, utilities included. No smoking/pets. First/last. Available immediately. (905)723-6886 2 & 3 BDRM CONDO,Oshawa, 4 appliances, parking, first/last, avail. June 1st. $1050/mo inclusive. Call Ross (416)284-6557 2 BEDROOM CONDO, 2 baths, Westney Rd. & Hwy#2. 5-applianc- es and parking included. $1,250 per mo. inclusive. 416-462-7365, 416-289-6963. PICKERING,(Reduced). 2 con- dos; One 1-bedroom $1095 month: One 3-bedroom $1195+ month. (416)270-1213, View ei- ther at: tinyurl.com/22n4j 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 2 BEDROOM WELL KEPT Bun- galow. North Oshawa. First/last plus utilities, $900/month. Avail- able immediately. Phone 905-725- 2352. 3-BEDROOM DETACHED,appli- ances, double car garage, laundry, fireplace, fenced yard, 2- baths. No smoking/pets. $1300 plus 2/3 utilities. Available immediately. Pickering (905)686-6870. ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS brand new upgraded 3 bedroom, 3 bath all brick detached home. Oshawa/Court ice townline,walk to new public school, amenities, im- mediate. $l,550. plus P. Birnbaum (416) 495-2266. AJAX - Westney/401, 4 bdrms with family room, 21/2 baths, dou- ble garage, lots of storage, back- yard, freshly painted, ceramics throughout, over 2000sq ft. Avail- able immediately. $1600/all inclu- sive. First/last, credit check. Call 416-266-3213. AJAX SOUTH - main-floor 3 bed- room semi-bungalow, $1075 plus part utilities. Also one bedroom basement apt. Suit single. $750/in- clusive. Parking, laundry, a/c, no pets/smoking, May 15th First/last/references. (905)686- 6773 OSHAWA, KING/WILSON.Avail- able May 31, 3-bedroom upper level of bungalow, recently reno- vated, C/Air, laundry, cable, util- ities included, no smoking/pets, $1200/mo. first/last.(905)404-8335 PICKERING,3 bedroom $1600. June 1st; 4 bedroom $1800 July 1st includes utilities, cable, 5 appli- ances, a/c, garage, fenced yard. 905-428-2015. RARE FIND,won't last long! Oshawa - large 2 bed. + large 1 bed. basement apt. with sep. en- trance. 2 fireplaces, 2-4pc baths, +one 3pc. bath, large 2-car de- tached garage, multi-car parking, huge 37ft. x 13 ft. master bedroom with ensuite bath, 2 kitchens, dish- washer, laundry facilities, near all amenities + public transportation. $1400+utilities. Available June 1st. (416)984-2371 SOUTH AJAX,full house, 3 bed- room, new appliances included, lots of parking, near all amenities, steps to lake. Available May 1. $1350 plus utilities, call (905)686- 9689. UXBRIDGE-BEAUTIFUL 1 bed- room. 4 appliances, private drive, fireplace, gorgeous property. Avail- able June 1st, first & last, no smoking, no pets. Perfect for eld- erly couple. 905-852-0697 WHITBY -main floor of house, 3 bedrooms, 4 pc bath, livingroom, diningroom, large kitchen, shared laundry. $1200/mo + 2/3 utilities, no pets, no smoking. First/last & references required. Avail June 1. Call for appt 905-655-9624, please leave message. WHITBY 3-BEDROOM house, 2- car parking & garage, $1195 plus oil & hydro. No outdoor mainte- nance. Avail. June 1st. Call 905- 655-4623, 905-925-3945 or 416- 269-5449 Whitby,3 bedroom main floor, de- tached bungalow in West Lynde, clean, bright, large rooms, eat in kitchen, satellite t.v., 4 appliances, suit mature non smoker, $1,200 plus heat and hydro, may posses- sion 576-3830. WHITBY,new home, 3-bdrm. de- tached, 2-12 baths, gas fireplace, c/air, first/last, plus utilities. $1450 monthly. Call (905)985-0146. WILSON/HILLCROFT,main floor of house. 3-bedrooms, large kitch- en, close to all amenities. Stu- dents welcome. $1250/month +2/3 utilities. Available May 1st. Call (905)472-5466 3 BEDROOMS,two baths, newly built two storey. $1,200/mo + util- ities. Close to amenities, bus stop & 401 access. Avail May 1st. First/last. Call (416)910-0468 CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fri. 7-9 p.m. PICKERING - luxury chateau style townhome, over 2200 sq. ft. 3 bed- rooms, 2 1/2 baths, 2-car under- ground parking. $1800/mo. Call J. Krull, C21 (905)683-2100 PICKERING BROCK Rd/Hwy 2, 2-bedroom, 2 parking, end unit, no smoking/pets. Available June 1st, $1100 plus utilities, first/last, refer- ences. Call (905)427-0303 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. AJAX - Westney/Rossland. One bedroom, suit female. $450/mo. Non-smoker/no pets. First/last. Share kitchen, laundry, parking, cable included, Avail. immediately. (905)428-3702 FURNISHED room, family home, cable, laundry, quiet, central loca- tion, near bus route. Working per- son preferred. $400/month, avail- able immediately. 905-579-1775. ROSSLAND/ANDERSON - Im- maculate clean bright furnished room. Suit business person. Park- ing, TV, VCR etc. Non-smoker. $425/mo. First/last/references. 905-430-1328. YOUNG PROFESSIONAL,beauti- ful extra large room, private bath/jacuzzi, upscale large house, Ajax/Pickering looking for occu- pant. Non-smoking, Facilities/park- ing $610/month. First/last/referenc- es. Immediate. 416-995-6138. AJAX PICKERING- shared ac- commodation (house) mature male preferred. All appliances, large living, dining, family room with fireplace, parking, storage, laundry, no smoking/pets, first/last. $425/mo 905-420-0081 cell: 416-804-4867. MAIN FLOOR OF HOUSE to share, $500/mo/util. included, first/last. One-parking, front en- trance, share laundry. Available May 1st. South Liverpool, Picker- ing. 416-238-5116 ask for Mike or (416)216-8572 Debra. OSHAWA -Clean, working person preferred to rent bedroom and sit- ting room. Share bathroom and kitchen. No smoking/pets. Avail May 1. $600/inclusive. First/last a must. Call 905-436-8780. OSHAWA,Clean house to share. mature working male preferred. Non smokers only. Furnished, $500/mo inclusive. Avail. May 1st 905-720-1533 or 905-767-5839. ROOM FOR RENT,3-bdrm home. Full use of house. 2 full baths, very clean, current tenants male executives late 20's. $425/ mo. Includes everything, even phone. 1st/last required. Females welcome. 905-404-0107snp TOWNHOUSE TO SHARE (fe- male preferred) - Garden/Dundas, near bus stop/401/schools. Non- smoker, no pets, first/last, $500/month inclusive. (905)404- 4904 or (519) 894-1843, (519) 241-9586. WHITBY share luxury house, $550., fireplace, cable, laundry fa- cilities, parking. Short term Avail- able. No lease. Call 416-427-7892. CLEARWATER Florida, 2-3 bed- room furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions. Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $300/weekly (less than mo- tel) (905)683-5503. 1992 ROCKWOOD TENT trailer, fridge & furnace, sleeps 6, new tires in 2002. Asking $3300. Call (905)686-0106 1997 Tent Trailer JAYCO EA- GLE,8 ft. box, fridge, sleeps 6, new tires - 2003, burgandy/grey colour interior and exterior, $5,300. 905-373-4871. 1999 COLEMAN SUNVALLEY hardtop camper trailer. Many extra features, excellent condition. Call Keith 905-668-7499. 2003 COLEMAN COTTON- WOOD, 10 ft. box, fridge, stove, furnace, awning, sleeps 8, with 1 king size bed, used 6 times, $8,000 obo. Call Tim 905-242- 2670. 40 ft. Travelaire Trailer, $23,000. Full tip-out, large shed, large Flori- da room, screen gazebo, fully fur- nished, extras, everything includ- ed. Shelter Valley, Grafton. Must see! Call Steve or Jamie 1-905- 349-2037. 40' 1990 TRAVELLAIRE fully fur- nished park model trailer, with Florida room. A/C & furnace, sleeps 6. Deck, screened in porch, and separate shed. Located on North Shore of Rice Lake. Suite retired couple or couple with adult children. $33,500.00+ taxes and commissions. Call 905-839-7668. AFFORDABLE Lake Ontario, sea- sonal Trailer sites near Trenton, fully serviced, sheltered docking. Wellers Bay, Consecon. Buy or rent. (613)827-0041. BALSAM LAKE,Fenelon Falls. Tr ailers for sale on sites. Toll free 1-877-887-2550 or check out www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com COBOURG AREA $8,900 with $1000 down, $125/month. Fully serviced wooded trailer lot, all sea- son road. Sand beach, swimming, fishing, (905)885-6664 NEW PARK -RICE LAKE Large seasonal 10 new sites. Pool, beach, docking, recreation hall. North Lander Trailers for sale, Park Model rentals weekly. Call (705)696-3423. Website: www.dreamlandresort.on.ca TRAILER,91 Dutchman Classic, 26', 2 door, sleeps 6, air con., $11,500 OBO, very good condi- tion. (905)725-3329, 905-706- 6326. 18 FT. HUMERCRAFT,deep V, 120 hp. Mercury I/O, dual axel trailer. $2,500. Also, 2 Canon elec- tric downriggers. $350 each. Call George at 905-720-0306. BOAT - 1987 Rally Cruiser 20' B/R. OMC stern dr., V8 Ford, runs great, fish finder, tube, knee board, jackets $3000 obo. No trailer. 905- 432-3421 or 905-439-0228. LIKE NEW 2000 14 ft. Crestliner Fisherman, 35 hp Johnson, heavy duty trailer plus many extras. $8,500 or best offer. Ready to catch the big one!!!! Call (905) 697-1964. POOLS - 20' rectangular above ground Kayak Pools with deck- ing/fencing. 25 Year Warranty. $5,995.00 Call 1-800-668-7564 www. kayakpools.ca DATING SERVICE Free Browsing, FREE for women meeting men. Durham & Beyond, telephone Vo ice ads & internet ads combo. (905)683-1110 for voice ads. www.911dating.com for internet ads. LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. PROFESSIONAL WORKING COUPLE require live-out Nanny for our 2 boys, aged 5 & 1, Har- wood/Rossland, Ajax. Require re- sume and own tranportation. Call (905)426-3364 HWY#2/HARWOOD AREA. Reli- able daycare in my home, Afford- able rates. Non-smoking. Full- time. 6 months and up. (905)428- 6241. Nazarene Aesthetics All Aesthetic services available. ✿Waxing ✿manicure ✿ ✿ pedicure ✿facial ✿ Spring/Summer special on now First time customers receive free OPI nail polish with any manicure or pedicure. Also receive a complimentary eye brow wax with any facial. For appointment call ✿(416)835-7860 ✿ FINDING SOMEONE you can trust to care for your elders is a chal- lenge. If you seek someone who is warm, understanding, patient, compassionate, your prayers have been answered. Call Gladys 905- 985-8615. PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. SPRING Classic cataloged HORSE SALE for top quality riding horses, Saturday, May 8 at 10:00 am. Kingston Stock Yard. 613- 548-8218. Catalog deadline April 15. 1 WHEELCHAIR,nearly new, manual, used only 2 months. 1 manual Hoyer Lift, good condition with mesh lift sheet. $600/both or will sell separately. (905)668-9697 18' ABOVE GROUND POOL,8 years old, good condition. Filter, pump, ladder and other accesso- ries all included. Only $900. Call Joe (905)839-6708 30" MOFFAT ELECTRIC RANGE $200, Kenmore microwave oven $50, 18" electric lawn mower with bag $250, T.V entertainment wooden cabinet $75. 905-434- 9812. 4 X 8 COIN operated pool table for sale with accessories. $l,500. (905) 623-7741. Ask for Mike. A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver 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 NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $275. Call 905-213-4669. A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004 www.durhamregion.com AUCTION Sunday, May 2nd Kahn Auction Centre 2699 Brock Rd. N (3 miles North of Hwy. 401 exit 399) Do No t M i s s This S a l e ! 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, Trunks, 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 Terms as per posted and announced - Additions and deletions apply - Auctioneer NOT responsible for accidents - Buyers Premium 10% Another Quality Action By ✂ FEATURES 11:00A.M. START • 9:00A.M. PREVIEW KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 905-683-0041 (1) One voucher per bidder (per household/family) No Cash Value - Taxes Applicable Valid ONLY Sunday, May 2nd, 2004 JONATHAN’S AUCTION SUNDAY, MAY 2ND, 11:00 A.M. Preview at 9:00 a.m. AT 1750 MIDLAND AVENUE 416-285-0022 PARTIAL LISTING HIGHLIGHT OF SALE • 9 PC MAHOGANY BERNHARD DINING ROOM • 9 PC WALNUT DINING ROOM • 3 SETS OF LEATHER SOFAS • 2 BEDROOM SUITE SLEIGH BED QUEEN SIZE Antique China cabinet Queen Ann • Antique dressers • Walnut cedar chest • Numerous antique tables/chairs • Barrister oak book case • Numerous hall tables • Love seat mahogany • French desk • French glass cabinet • Mahogany table with 8 chairs • Mahogany wardrobes bombay comodes • Maple dinning room suite, Gramophone • Oil paintings • Tiffany style lamps • Chandelier crystal • China sets of Royal Dulton, Wedgewood, • Cross and olive crystal • Too many to mention This is only a partial listing. Don’t miss this auction. OUTSTANDING LIQUIDATION AUCTION NOTICE EXCITING LIVE AUCTION! *EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD* Acting Under instructions received:We will selling detail lots: NEW SELECTION IN EVERY SALE 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, MAY 2ND AT 1 P.M. (PREVIEW 12 NOON) THE AJAX COMMUNITY CENTRE 75 CENTENNIAL RD., AJAX LARGE SELECTION - PLAN TO ATTEND PA RTIAL LISTING OF OVER 500 QUALITY ITEMS TO BE OFFERED Diamond Jewellery, original signature works of A.J. Cas- son, indoor/outdoor sculptures, large sports memorabilia collection, queen anne, nostalgia, modern, contemporary home furnishings, bedroom suites, collector plates, die cast toys, electronics, accent lamps, *Kenwood *Sanyo *Stereos, cordless phones, limoge collection, accent furni- ture, electronics oak and mahogany dining room suites, sofa, loveseat and chair ensembles, limited edition prints of Group of Seven members, quality collectibles, high qual- ity offering this sale, sleigh beds, storage trunks, lamps, bronzes, ladies and gents diamond and gold rings, estate rings, watch sets and more. Many items will be sold on the basis of NO MINIMUM-NO RESERVE 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. SALE BY B.I.D. AUCTION SERVICES AUCTION SALE WAM INDUSTRIES 375 Fenmar Drive, Weston, Ontario (Pine Valley & Steeles) Loading Dock 16, Rear of Bldg for CANAC KITCHENS 20 plus executive kitchens, some with center island, granite & marble tops, single & double sinks, L-shaped & galley style. Finishes in oak, maple & cherry. Fireplace mantle, entertainment unit. New stainless steel appliances, new stainless steel 6 burner gas stove, 2 new stainless steel wine coolers, new convection pizza oven, stove tops in gas and electric, 4 new stainless steel dishwashers, (2) double stainless steel ovens, ceramic stove tops, 50 plus sinks & faucets. For pictures e-mail m-jones@rogers.com Brock & Seven Auctions 1-905-571-1848 -- 905-424-8276 (cell) E-mail m-jones@rogers.com for pictures Terms:Cash or Certified Cheque, 10% Buyers Premium Removal by Monday 6 p.m. ALL ONTARIO APPLIANCE CLINIC.111 Dundas St W., Downtown Whitby. Home of the best quality rebuilt major applianc- es in Ontario. (905)668-9444 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St.W.Whitby. Call (905)665-7732 ALMOND self cleaning stove, frost free fridge and dishwasher, $400. Almond cupboards, top and bot- tom, counter tops, double sinks and taps, $600. Bone toilet, van- ity, sink and taps, $125. (905)430- 8114 ANTIQUE FOUNTAIN BOY & A Dolphin..Collector's item. 905-697- 9462. 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. Large capacity washer, $275; 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. In-home Appli- ance Service also available. Call (905)839-0098 B.B.Q. TIME - SAVE MONEY. Grain Fed, Government Inspected Beef. Cut & Wrapped. $1.69/lb. Call(905)579-3062 BBQ TIME -Gov't. inspected Ont. grain fed beef. Sides, split sides at bargain prices while supplies last. Bruce 705-432-3031 or Marie 905-986-4932 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $2,400. (416) 748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $2,400. Call 905- 213-4669. BEDROOM SUITE,large 50+ screen TV, diningroom hutch, red velvet/black iron bench in storage. Call for info. or to view Diane 905- 985-3722 BUNK BED,oak, still in box. Cost $850, sell $395. 1-905-213-4669. CAMPAGNOLA AERO road bike rims with 9 speed Dura Ace hubs and new Dura Ace 8 speed cas- sette, ridden less than 1500k. $550. Please call 905-434-4648. HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Cen- tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141. CANNONDALE BIKES,T2000, 27-speed, Cane Creek S2 seat Royal Gel, immaculate condition; asking $1100; 18-speed, quick connect pedals, flightdeck shifters Malasia, asking $1000; Parktools rack $50. Call 905-668-9780 CANOE - Kawartha, 16 ft. fibre- glass, c/w 2 oars, 3 seat preserv- ers, and 17 ft. boat tarp, $600 obo. (905)839-1710 CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040. COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Complete sys- tems, Internet ready: P2/350 only $209; P3/450 only $279. Other systems available. CD-RW up- grade only $50. Interac, Visa & Mastercard accepted. Layaway Plans. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block East of Park & Bond). www.bitsandbytestech.com Call 905-576-9216. CUSTOM BUILT fry wagon, all stainless interior. Must be seen. $38,000 obo. For info. call 519- 352-6886 or 519-354-3654. DINING ROOM SET -antique, solid oak, draw-leaf table, six chairs, side board, hutch, all or- nately carved. Pictures available by e-mail. $3000. 905-831-8704. EIGHT PC MAPLE DINETTE $950;6-pc solid pine Cannonball bedroom $1450; Maple pedestal table w/4 chairs $350; Maple cof- fee & ends $300; double bed (6-months) $300; single bed $200; boy's bedroom $425; apt-size freezer (2-yr) $175; fridge (4-yr) $350; washer (4-yr) $300; dryer $150 (905)260-1236 FAMILY ROOM! sofa, 2-recliners, dark-pine coffee table, matching end tables, 2-lamps. Call 905-576-3636. HAIR SALON RENOVATING. 1 reception desk, $1000 OBO. 2 stylist chairs, $150/each. 1 small filing cabinet $25. Call (905)404-1613 HOT TUB 2004 all options, water- fall, ozanator, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 KITCHENS - new 20 cabinet kitch- en with solid cherry doors, glass door and fluted columns, finished in brandy color. $10,500 or best of- fer.For more info call (905) 420- 9494 Kenwood Kitchens. LEATHER SOFA & CHAIR,deep burgundy, $3,000; Piano full size. Gerard Heinzman with bench seat $1,100. Call (905)420-3602 McLaughlin SLEIGH (cutter), per- fect condition, re-upholstered, ask- ing $1,000. 905-982-1999 MEN'S GOLF CLUBS Callaway, complete set, with putter, brand new, Big Bertha two woods; 1977 YAMAHA XS Triple, new brakes, tires, battery, oil changed. Just $750. (905)723-8441 MOVING SALE!Almond Fridge/Stove $600pr. Washer/Dry- er $250pr. Gold Fridge $100. Bed- room Suite $600. 1993 Astrovan bench seats $150pr. Delta 4-1/2” Belt/Disk bench-top Sander $80 Call 905 436 5045 MOVING SALE:White Fridge/Freezer (side-by-side): $400; Admiral Stove (White Elec- tric) $400; White Washer $200; Combined Large Buffet & Hutch: $75; Computer w/Windows XP $600; 2 Captain Light Pine w/Drawers on Bottom with mat- tress incl $200; Brand New Blue Carpet $500; Bronze Fireplace Screen & Accessories $80; Orien- tal Rug (Rose Colour) $100; Area Rug $25. Call 905-837-1602 ask for Rocco/Connie MUST SELL!NEC Monitor :$400, To wer $ 600 comes with Windows XP installed plus Software. Bleached Oak Office Desk: $100. Children’s Train Table: $150. Children’s Pink Oak Computer Desk: $60. Please Call: 905-837- 1602 For more information. snp 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 Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and recon- ditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NEW DURA ACE front and rear deraileurs like new. Dura Ace bot- tom bracket, crank set, brakes and levers $3,000. Please call 905- 434-4648. NEW Morijeau Lépine dresser and hutch combo for sale. Must be seen. Regular $1800, selling for only $1200. 905-571-0046. TIRES - Major Brands, Wheels, Brake-jobs, great prices. P155/80R13 $39. P185/70R14 $44. Brake-jobs $79 & up. (905)668-3793. 111 Industrial Dr, Whitby. Town Tire. PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex PIANOS & CLOCKS - Spring Sales Arrived - on Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yama- ha, Kawai, Heintzmann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with les- sons, 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! PINE DINING room table with 8 upholstered chairs, excellent con- dition. Phone Ruth after 6 p.m. (905) 426-4921. PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. XBOX MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-924-2097 POOL TABLE 6'x12'. $1000 O.B.O.Call (905)728-2433 RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SELLING TO THE BARE WALLS. My Dad's Store. 123 Brock St. S. Whitby. (905)430-0561. No rea- sonable offer refused. Large selec- tion of new and used furniture, mattresses & appliances. Save! Save! Save! SHOPRIDER sovereign 4 wheel scooter, 3 yrs. old. $3,000 or best offer.Telephone (905) 655-3081. SHOULDER press bench, $100., heavy material, heavy duty metal stack bench press $60. Call Hope 905-404-8676 STOVE.Immaculate condition. Super capacity plus. Maytage Ad- vanced cooking system. Gas burners, Bake/Broil/Auto clean. $550. (905)831-8502 TA ROT CARDS, New Age Books, Natal Chart, Essential Oils, Incense, Candles and more. Serenity. 100 Lupin Dr. Whitby. (905)665-4700. TWO ELECTRIC LIFT Medi-chairs (recliners) one beige $600, one rose $500. Paid $1000+ new. Ex- cellent condition. 905-623-4835 or 905-655-7845. WALL UNIT,3pcs, solid Pine, centre unit has closed-in TV unit, glass stereo cabinet & 2 drawers, 2 end book shelf units w/drawers $800; Couch & loveseat, modern 2-tone, loose pillow back style w/decorative cushions $600. Call 905-448-8799 TREES WANTED We pay top $$$$ for trees, 2"-8" diameter or 4'-16' Prefer 100 trees or more to dig. Evergreens or Leaf trees Call 905-261-5473 905-424-3026 WANTED:bedroom furniture. Din- ing room furniture. Oak, maple or pine kitchen furniture. Living room groups sofa, loveseat, chair, any other combination. Newer appli- ances or TV's. Will pick up and pay cash. (905)260-1236 COMPUTER Troubleshooter- Specializing in building, upgrading and repairing all computers. Your location or mine. Very competitive rates. For a free estimate call Gilles at 905-242-6577. COCKER SPANIELS PUPS for sale, born March 7th, ready to go. $450/each. 1st shots & tails docked. Call 905-721-2244 (Oshawa) DACHSHUNDS miniature, long haired puppies and adults. Some for sale and some are free! Vari- ous colours. DES-RO KENNELS, Cobourg 905-372-8226 FEMALE GREAT DANE 7 months (Boston), beautiful, must sell. Male Dane, black, great temperament, 9 months old, must sell. Phone Jen- ny 905-571-6768 or 905-571-4533. FREE to good home, because of allergies. Two cats, male and fe- male, declawed all shots etc. Very affectionate. Good with children or seniors. Call (905) 420-6862. LAB PUPS,first shots, dewormed. CKC Reg. Ready May 17th. call (905)344-7093. SHITZU & Bichon puppies, males & females. Vet checked. $465 each. Phone after 4pm 905- 728-5339 1991 Mustang Convertible LX 5L. Grey exterior, black top and interi- or. Automatic, new tires and trans- mission. Call for information 905- 839-8876 1992 FORD Escort LX, 2 dr., stan- dard, sunroof, am-fm cassette, ex- cellent interior, great on gas, e- tested 2003, new timing belt, 230km., as is $950 obo. (905) 427- 9105. 1992 PONTIAC SUNBIRD SE, 4dr, 3.1L, V6, auto., air, p.locks, new front brakes, new tires, new computer, well maintained & runs great. Drive Clean Tested. $2,500 obo "as is". Call 905-261-8400 or 905-432-8406. 1992 PONTIAC SUNBIRD,4 cyl, auto, 2 dr, 130,000kms, certified & emission passed $2495. 1995 Chev Corsica, 4 cyl, auto, 4 dr., certified & emission passed $2495. Call (905)433-8050 1995 HONDA CIVIC 4 cyl. 4 spd. auto. lowered 2" 6 star mags with new Lo-Pro Pirelli tires. Sony Ex- plode stereo system, slotted racing rotors. Asking $3995.00 certified & e-tested (905)571-5138 1995 LUMINA -Green, 4 dr, auto, air, pw, pl, approx 300kms (high- way). Great body, no rust, runs great. Excellent car. $2000 obo. Call Tracey 905-723-4755 leave message. 1995 Pontiac Grand AM, SE Sport Coupe. V6, 2-door, fully equipped, beautiful condition. Asking, $3800 OBO. (905)728-4438. 1996 VW Golf GL. 2L, power steering, power locks, power sun- roof. 154,000kms. Mint condition, $6400. (905)683-9192 1999 OLDS ALERO,4 dr., V6 au- to, loaded with options, alloys, tint- ed glass, 115,000 km. non-smok- er, e-tested/certified, $8750.00 or best offer, (905)424-9264 2000 ACCENT,$6450, low kms. Shoulder press bench, $100., heavy material, heavy duty metal stack bench press $60. ALSO Want: 6 person or more hot tub. Call Hope 905-404-8676 2000 BLACK Honda Civic. One owner, 150,000 highway kms. A must see. $9,999. Call 905-668- 2636 2000 VW JETTA,1.8 Turbo, gas, auto, fully loaded, e-tested. Excel- lent condition, must sell - moving! Asking $15,800, sacrifice, quick sell $15,200. 905-721-0309 or 416-451-2505. 2001,Great Deal on Pontiac Sunfire. Blue, 4-door, loaded. Ta ke over lease, $0 down, $239/month until July 2005. 50,000kms left on lease. Call (905)442-4652 2002 Hyundai Elantra VE- 58k, 5spd, 140hp. A/C, pw, pm, pl, spoiler, beige. Lease Take Over - Only $280+tx/month 20 months re- maining. Cheri 905-666-4177. 2002 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT. Lease takeover. 28 months left. 35,000-kms. $439. Loaded. Leath- er seats, sunroof, extended war- rantee. No transfer fee. Large cash incentive. (416)895-9656 2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE,4-dr, 4cyl, 45,000km, white w/grey inter- ior, cruise, p/l, cd player. $10,000 firm. Certified & e-tested. Call (905)433-5068 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 CONVERTIBLE - 1991 Chevy Sprint auto., immaculate, fully re- stored, new engine, paint, top, tires, stereo. Must be seen. Have to sell, sacrifice at $6900. Call Scott 905-261-6451. LEAVING COUNTRY,must sell, bring offers, 2002 Jimmy SLS, loaded, $22,500. 2002 Grand Prix GTP. loaded, take over 1 yr. lease, $2000 cash incentive. 2000 Ford Ranger, $12,000. All low klms. (905)985-9709. NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2004 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT TAKE YOUR PICK! 4 vehicles all passed emission test and all certi- fiable. Asking $1495.00 each. Any reasonable offer accepted. (1) 1995 Ford Aspire 4 cyl. 5 speed 165,000kms. Good condi- tion (2) 1992 Mazda Protege 4 cyl. 5 speed 4 dr. engine has 150,000kms (3) 1991 Pontiac Sun- bird 4 cyl. automatic, tilt, cruise, factory mags, complete new ex- haust system. 157,000km (4) 1992 Dodge Shadow 120,000 kms 4 cyl. auto, 4 dr. (905)571-5138 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for cars, truck and motorcycles. 7 days a week. (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002. AAA 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. 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 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 1995 NISSAN KING CAB XE Pick-up truck. Green, 136,000km, Mint Condition, Emmisions Test- ed. CD Player, Tunnel Cover, Chrome Rims and Bumpers. Ask- ing $7900 O.B.O. Please call Dawn 905-623-1573 1996 DODGE RAM -2 wheel drive, green, shortbox, regular cab. Excellent condition. $4800 obo. Call Don 905-440-4349, leave message. TRUCK- complete with snow plow- non operational. Asking $1500.00 or best offer. Call 905-576-3316 1993 ASTRO,8-seater, 6-cyl auto, fully loaded, a/c, excellent condi- tion 150K's, asking $3,250 o.b.o. certified/e-tested. ALSO 1995 Olds Achieva, auto, 4-dr, fully loaded, hwy mileage, new head gaskets, asking $3,650 certified/e-tested. (905)404-8728 Private 1997 CHEVROLET ASTRO Win- dow Van, Blue Interior, White Ex- terior, 150,000 km, Asking Price: $6,900 or best offer, *Certified and E tested, Call: (905) 427-7829 snp 1998 SAFARI CARGO VAN, 165K, with ladder racks, great work vehicle. 4.3L, $10K obo. Also 1991 YAMAHA Wave Runner 500cc, newer trailer, $3K firm. 1-866-672-7355, leave message. 1999 CHEV VENTURE ext, 4 dr., intergraded child seat, a/c, p/w, p/l., p/m/, c/c, tilt, dual side air bags, abs., 49k, $13,800. Tele- phone (905) 433-4152. 93 CHEV ASTRO:Original owner, Burgundy/grey, dutch doors, 210K, E-tested, certified, $3950. 905- 434-1284. 1985 GOLDWING ASPENCADE, fully loaded, lots of chrome. Great shape, must see it $7500. Call 905-839-9689 after 5 pm. CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential. Pickering & Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" HOUSE CLEANER available Mature & Reliable Please call (416)402-5021 DAGMAR SPRING CLEANING More than $40 off!!! The Perfect Maid Service Excellent service, fully bonded. We do windows too!!!! Call now 905-686-5424 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 30, 2004, PAGE 39 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com A & C ROOFING & 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 CARPENTER PETE LTD Residential & Commercial Custom Decks -10% off before June 2004 Rec. Rooms ✶Offices ✶Kitchens Bathrooms ✶Armoirs ✶ Cabinets Doors/Trim ✶ Bars ✶ Wall Units Ceramic Tile / Hardwood Floors Drywall & Taping ✶Fences Reasonable Rates *Reliable Service All Work Guaranteed *25 years exp. Free Estimates 905-668-4750 or 905-442-7077 AJOBW EL L D O NE!HOME RENOVATIONS•GENERAL CARPENTRY • REPAIRS • DRYWALL • DECKS & MORE. . . Call Mike 905-831-1812 Cell:416-520-1494 C a l l R o bCall R o bCall 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 SERVICEBARK TREE SERVICE SPECIAL SPRING RATES INLINE POST HOLES "No Property Damage" •FENCING - augered post holes - concrete post setting •Commercial/residential/industrial •Deck footings •Retaining walls •Concrete pads •Interlock All trades of work! All trades of satisfaction! 905-260-2294 416-688-6664 LAWN CUTTING by professionals $15 & up RANGER LANDSCAPING Spring Clean up Interlocking - Decks & Fencing "Excellent Rates and Excellent Service" GUARANTEED! RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL (905)686-8181 (416)806-1808 LAWN CUTTING Residential 10-yrs exp. ~ Excellent service ~ Low rates Maple Leaf Lawn Care 905-626-0653 Yard-All Tree Service, Inc. Tree Removal ~ Pruning Shrub/Hedge Trimming Spraying ~ Feeding Cabling ~ Bracing Stump removal 905-831-1706 free estimates ~ fully licensed & insured SUPREME HOUSECLEANING BY LAURIE I work alone, 19 yrs. in business. I do everything and some AND I also bring my own cleaners. One time cleaning, Bi-weekly & wknds avail. (905) 426-3711 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul CONCRETE WORK Residential & Commercial, Decorative Concrete, Interlocking Stone, Including Driveways, Walkways, Patios, Decks, Parking Lots. EXPRESS CONSTRUCTION 416-880-1632 Drywall Installation Acoustic and Suspended Ceilings Metal Studs Framing Repairs (905)427-8773 F & M HOME RENOVATIONS Finished carpentry, interior/exterior doors, storm doors & insert installation on metal doors.You supply the materials & we'll install it for you! No mess, with clean job. Call (905)420-7394. &RPSHWHQW ([SHULHQFHG 5HQRYDWLRQV %DVHPHQWV :DVKURRPV &HUDPLF 6SHFLDOLVWV )ORRUV:DOOV %DFN6SODVK +DUGZRRG DQG/DPLQDWH)ORRUV&DOO &HVDUIRUDIUHHHVWLPDWH )ULHQGO\ &RQWUDFWRUV G.C.B. CONSTRUCTION General Home Renovations & Improvements All work guaranteed Craig (905)686-1913 GENERAL CONTRACTOR Licensed - 34 yrs. exp. Additions, renovations, new construction. 905-249-6031 905-728-6051. MICHAEL & SON •fencing •decks •walkway lamps •post holes Call (416) 402-5229 Free estimates Great rates ONECALL FIXALL Plumbing, Electrical, Flooring, Fences, Decks, Kitchens, Basements & Baths General Handyman Service (905)666-5528 cell 416-571-1483 Call Dale ORGANIZATION MATTERS Need help getting orga- nized? A professional orga- nizer can help. Residential & Business Organizing. De-cluttering kitchens, home offices, basements, garages, attics. Paper/file mngt. Customized storage solu- tions. Space planning, closet organization/purging, home staying. 905-686-0866 or 416-859-0691. email: organizationmatters@ rogers.com Free consultation/estimate. PLUMBER ON THE GO To p Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 Rouge Valley Renovation Decks - Hot Tub Pads Roofing - Skylights Additions - Basements 905-509-7221 Licensed & Insured SIMPCO IMPROVEMENTS Specializing in a variety of home improvements and maintenance services (905) 426-9383 or (905) 442-3742 TILES 4 YOU Professional installations. Ceramics and porcelain, Kitchen floors, Bathroom walls, Foyer, back splash Special $149.00 Free estimates (416) 418-6133 JADE-TAYLOR ELECTRIC LTD. * Res./Comm./Ind. * Licensed & insured electricians * 25 yrs. experience * Work guaranteed (905)442-9950 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 GM PAINTING Interior & Exterior 20yrs Experience FREE ESTIMATES 10% Off - Exp April 6th 905-427-3590 or 905-706-8975 Gerald MacIsaac TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 CARPET sales/ repairs/ installa- tions. Free estimates. Lowest pric- es, guaranteed. Free underpad. 416-804-8279. CARPETS LAMINATES SALES Super Deal on Laminate & Carpets Free 10mm pad w/inst. 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That’s what Goliger’s Travel Plus and Cruise Centre Pickering Town Centre guarantees when you book your next vacation package, cruise vaca- tion, European tour or airline ticket to visit that someone special. Established in 1989 Goliger’s Travel Plus and Cruise Centre has been providing the Durham region with expert travel advice to des- tinations around the world.These trained travel consultants go beyond your expectations. We have cruise experts, honeymoon consultants, Club Med experts, certified Sandals specialists, cruise consultants and Disney experts. The expertise of the travel consultant isn’t the only reason to choose Goliger’s Travel Plus and Cruise Centre as your travel headquarters. They have top-of-the-line technology to research and book every aspect of your travel needs. They also book all components of your trip before you go to ensure savings on exchange rates, and so you know that every part of your trip is prearranged and guaranteed. Goliger’s Travel Plus and Cruise Centre is also the only travel agency in Durham that allows you to earn Air Miles® on every pur- chase. You receive one air mile for every $25 spent on vacation packages. Throughout the year you can earn more reward miles with the Tr avelPlus bonus reward miles program. Contact us at 905-420-3233 or pickering@trav- elplus.ca for details. Or visit us in the Pickering To wn Centre, the outside entrance between Shopper’s Drug Mart and Sport Check. We have parking right outside our door. V isit Goliger’s Travel Plus for all your vacation needs Alaska Sawyer Glacier Seven day cruise aboard the Norwegian Sun Itinerary includes:Vancouver >Cruising the Inside Passage >Ketchikan >Juneau >Cruising the Sawyer Glacier >Skagway >Wrangell >Cruising the Inside Passage >Vancouver Sail into the wonders of Alaska… There are few experiences left on earth that offer you the privilege of viewing nature just as it was hundreds of years ago. Marvel at vast, untouched stretches of land, teeming with natural wonders and beauty; sparkling glaciers calving mountainous chunks into crystal clear waters; and an abundance of unspoiled wildlife. All this while enjoying impeccable service, outstanding cuisine, Broadway-style shows, and activities for all ages and interests. Embark on this unforgettable cruise adventure and make memories to last a lifetime. Ask your TravelPlus consultant for great rates on this unique vacation experience! Departures May 2 to September 19, 2004. Offer Code: CRAT0604 Fantastic cruise value! Package Plus If you’re looking for a dream destination, a comfortable room, good location, and an affordable price, then an Air Transat Holidays Package Plus vacation is right for you! From London to Paris to unforget- table Amsterdam, take in all the culture, history and chic sophistication that draws visitors to Europe again and again. 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Used under license by Loyalty Management Group Canada Inc. www.pickering.travelplus.ca Pickering Town Centre (905) 420-3233 TM One of the main reasons why some people overlook tak- ing a cruise is they think golf will not be available. Recently NCL America announced it has created a comprehensive shore-side golf program, com- plete with the first golf pro shop at sea,for the new Pride of Aloha. With breathtaking views, superb year-round weather and world-class golf resorts,Hawaii is one of the top golf destinations in the world. Beginning this July, with Pr ide of Aloha’s inaugural voy- age, passengers can tee off with NCL’s Golf Hawaii program, which will offer golf outings to championship courses on all four main islands. All courses feature 18 holes with a variety of layouts ranging from 5,873 to 7,263 yards in length. The Pride of Aloha Pro Shop will provide all that is needed for a great golf experi- ence in Hawaii. The ship will feature top-of-the-line golf equipment including Callaway clubs and Adidas shoes for rent; guaranteed tee-times and NCL Golf Hawaii logo items for purchase including Callaway apparel, Top- F lite and Callaway balls, gloves and hats. The shop will also feature on- board clinics with local golf pros and three prac- tice nets. Prices start from $95 US per person with transportation included in all rounds of golf. Let us help you plan your Hawaiian cruise by visiting us on the web at www.letscruise.com or come visit us at the Westney Heights Plaza (beside Shoppers Drug Mart) or call us at 905-619- 0323. Aloha! Golf in Hawaii by day, cruise Hawaii at night 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. 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