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Home My WebLink AboutNA2004_10_06MAN OVERBOARD A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo DURHAM – The Pickering Auxiliary Rescue Unit, made up of members from across Ajax and Pickering, came to the res- cue of this boater Sunday after strong winds off Heydenshore Park in Whitby knocked this catamaran over. PICKERING WANTS PLANNING POWER OVER SEATON By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING – The City of Pickering is looking at taking the Province to court over issues surrounding Seaton. Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner brought forward a notice of motion at Monday’s council meeting instructing the City solicitor to advise council on the legal options available to return control over the land-use planning process to the City; instruct- ing staff to report back to council on the anticipated cost of retaining out- side environmental legal counsel to have the Seaton class environmental assessment bumped up to a full in- dividual EA; and instructing staff to undertake a fiscal impact assessment of the Province’s Seaton development plan. “Patience in the City of Pickering is being strained to the point that we need to look at where to go from here. It is obvious as each day goes by the Province of Ontario is trying to circum- vent a process to move forward with a land swap deal,” Coun. Brenner said. With the Province continuing with the development of the provincially owned Seaton lands under the On- tario Planning and Development Act, it means there is no right of appeal for residents or the City. “There is no question that the due process of democracy on the Seaton plan is not there,” Coun. Brenner said. Many councillors had concerns about the potential financial impact of the original wording of the motion, but it was amended to have staff report [ Briefly ] Byelection candidates square off : Hear from the candidates for City councillor at an all-candidates de- bate this month. Eight candidates are running in the Nov. 8 byelection for the Pick- ering Ward 2 position: Terry James, Brian Evely, Eileen Higdon, Paul Crawford, Joe Brown, Serge Gizzo, Doug Dickerson and Pat Mattson. The debate is Wednesday, Oct. 27, with refreshments served at 7 p.m. and the debate beginning at 7:30 p.m. It is at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd., south of Bayly Street. For more information, call Mi- chael Bellmore 416-569-7280. Pickering group tours Scugog history : The Pickering To wnship Historical Society is tour- ing Port Perry on Saturday, Oct. 16. The bus leaves the East Shore Community Centre at 8:30 a.m. and takes participants for a tour of Durham’s country roads before ar- riving at its destination. In Port Perry, historian Paul Ar- culus guides the tour through two Victorian homes, followed by lunch at The Piano. The afternoon sees the tour hit Sonya where participants visit the former St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. The bus should arrive back in Pickering by 4:30 p.m. The cost is $65 for members and $70 for non-members. For more informa- tion, call Carol at 905-509-2744. Do you have what it takes to be Pickering’s Teen Idol?: The City is holding a Teen Idol competition for Pickering’s singing teens. Contestants must be between the ages of 13 and 19 years old. The contest is for any teen in Pick- ering interested in singing. Open auditions are being held to select the contestants. Auditions are on Mondays, Oct. 18 and 25 and Nov. 1, all from 7 to 10 p.m. at Petticoat Creek Community Centre. The semifinals are Saturday, Nov. 6 and the finals are Saturday, Nov. 20, each from 7 to 10 p.m. At Petticoat Creek Community Centre. For details go online at cityofpick- ering.com/teen. All participants must register first, call 905-683-2760 ext. 6100. [ Index ] Editorial Page, 6 Entertainment, 8 Sports, 9 Classified, 10 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 47,600 infodurhamregion.com SERVICE HOURS MON., WED., THURS., FRI. 7:30 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. TUES. 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. SAT. 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (905) 831-5400 www.pickeringhonda.com 575 KINGSTON RD. Email: service@pickeringhonda.com INCOME TAX PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURNS *most returns * GST INCLUDED ALL-CANADIAN TAX SERVICE offices open year round 100 Westney Rd. S. (@401) at Ajax Station (905) 426-4860 The Pickering 38 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2004 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 PLAY ON New theatre group ready to hit the stage Entertainment, 8 WOW FACTOR Paris audiences like Mazda Wheels pullout HAIL MARY A new high school season begins Sports, 9 PICKERING — A Thornhill man is facing charges after a police investiga- tion led to the seizure of hundreds of pirated films at a flea market Saturday. Durham Regional Police, working in conjunction with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and an investigator with the Canadian Motion Picture Dis- tributors Association, conducted the investigation that led to the confis- cation of more than 2,000 DVDs, in- cluding movies that have not yet been released for viewing outside theatres. Titles included ‘Shrek 2,’ Spider-Man 2’ and ‘Fahrenheit 9/11,’ police said. Gerald David Kearney, 44, of Thorn- hill, is charged with fraud over $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime. He is to appear in an Oshawa court Nov. 16. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo It’s only days until businesses across Durham head out into the community for the United Way’s Day of Caring on Oct. 19. The Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge organization matches businesses with groups in need of a helping hand. Associates from the Home Depot got an early start, with John Manning and Colleen Knaggs putting a fresh coat of paint on The Youth Centre. Pickering ready for its d ay of helping others United Way hosting Day of Caring Oct. 19 By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM – Painting, staining, land- scaping, building and cleaning. Those are some of the activities planned during the first community- wide Day of Caring held by the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge. Busi- nesses, unions, not-for-profit organi- zations and individuals are donating time and effort to help community agencies with various projects. “It’s getting the community involved,” says Jaime Scanlan of the United Way. “Instead of donating money, they’re donating time. It’s a different way to get the community together.” It’s being held Tuesday, Oct. 19 and the roster of those volunteering is full, she notes. Among the companies taking part are the Bank of Nova Scotia, Hepco Credit Union, the City of Pickering, the To wn of Ajax, Miller Waste Systems, Ontario Secondary School Teachers Federation District 13, Zeal Enterpris- es, the Pickering and Uxbridge Ro- tary Clubs, the Township of Uxbridge, Royal Bank and the Region of Durham Social Services Department. Companies donating supplies in- clude Home Depot, MeadWestvaco, Millwork Home Centre, and Pittsburg Paint and Glass. Agencies receiving services are The Yo uth Centre, the Community Devel- opment Council of Durham, Central Seven, PRYDE Learning Centres, and the Multicultural Resource and Coun- selling Centre of Durham. “Day of Caring is a great way for or- ganizations to give back to the commu- nity through non-monetary means,” ✦ See Community, Page 2 City considers provincial legal action Police seize pirated movies at flea market ✦ See Durham, Page 2 See Pickering page 4 Discussion paper sets tone for post-secondary review Rae in Durham Nov. 25 for public meeting By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM – Ontario’s post-second- ary system “is in serious jeopardy” because it is underfunded, says Bob Rae. The former Ontario premier earlier this year was appointed by the Prov- ince to conduct a review of the system, focusing on its design and funding. Last week Mr. Rae released a discus- sion paper as he prepared to travel the province to gather input from stake- holders, including the only Durham stop, in Oshawa for a Nov. 25 public meeting. Supported by an advisory panel, Mr. Rae is to make recommen- dations to the government in January. Gary Polonsky agrees that under- funding is a key issue that needs ad- dressing, but says it’s not the only one. The Durham College and Univer- sity of Ontario Institute of Technology president says while increased fund- ing is “the short-term hope” of the review, every other university and col- lege will be addressing it in meetings with Mr. Rae. As a result, the DC-UOIT presentation is to focus on issues such as university-college partnerships and how colleges can better create more CORRECTION NOTICE We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers. Product: Kodak-quality prints for only 29 cents. 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Already, staff from the Home Depot have painted a room at The Youth Centre, while Certified Heating and Air Conditioning cleaned a furnance Oct. 1. On Oct. 17, a deck will be stained at the Community Living of Ajax-Picker- ing-Whitby. Durham Family Network -- Durham Association for Family Respite Services will have their volunteer hostess work- ing during the evening of Oct. 19. Another Day of Caring is being planned for May and it will be for youths, Ms. Scanlan says. The United Way is in the midst of its fall fund-raising campaign, with the goal of trying to raise $1.7 million. The campaign runs to December and donations can be made by calling the organization. For more information, call the Unit- ed Way at 905-686-0606. skilled tradespeople. Mr. Polonsky says there is a criti- cal shortage of virtually every kind of skilled tradesperson in the province, a problem expected to worsen. While high schools are doing a great job of encouraging students to consider such careers, Mr. Polonsky says co-ordinat- ing those efforts could be improved. “We can streamline communica- tions and admissions and curricular programs between high schools, col- leges and employees better,” says Mr. Polonsky. “It’s not working as well as it can and we have some ideas to im- prove that.” One of them is for a centres of excel- lence approach, where colleges would specialize in various areas of education and training. As a leader in that regard, Mr. Polonsky says Durham College will be making the case that it “can and should be making a disproportionate contribution.” And after a year of having a college and university coexist in one location, he says local staff are in a unique posi- tion to speak on the issue of college- university partnerships. “We have some ideas there that would add efficiency and effective- ness and fairness, not only here but throughout Ontario,” says Mr. Polon- sky. Mr. Rae in the discussion paper says he hasn’t reached any conclusions, but adds, “the evidence clearly points to the following.” He says “a more produc- tive formula” of funding institutions has to be worked out based on the tradition of government funding, do- nations and “reasonable tuition fees.” Those fees have increased in recent years as public funding went down, and while the cost of going to college in Ontario is low compared to the rest of Canada, attending university here is second only to Nova Scotia in terms of expense. Roughly 50 per cent of students who graduate from college or university leave with debt, says Mr. Rae. “Simply put, provincial grants are down, tuition is up,” he says. He also highlights the need for greater co-ordination between institu- tions, believes “student aid is basically broken” and says students leaving high school should be better prepared to make the choice of going on to post- secondary school, starting work, skills training or an apprenticeship. According to Statistics Canada, gov- ernment money accounts for 46 per cent of the funding that Ontario col- leges and universities receive, com- pared to the national average of 56 per cent. That puts Ontario in ninth place out of 10 provinces, and colleges and universities have long called on gov- ernment to address the shortfall. Ear- lier this year, the Association of Colleges of Ap- plied Arts and Te chnology of Ontario (ACAA- TO) warned that colleges were facing a criti- cal operating shortfall for this year. It called for $362 million in government funding over four years, noting that amount would still leave Ontario students funded a bit less than the national average of $6,800 per stu- dent. “It’s ridiculous,” says Durham Col- lege teacher Peter McKeracher of the lack of adequate government fund- ing. “We’re the province that needs the educated workforce to drive the economy for the rest of the country and we’re underfunding.” Mr. McKeracher, president of On- tario Public Service Employees’ Union Local 354, agrees with Mr. Rae that a quality system, and how to get there, are also important considerations. “It’s not just funding, it’s making decisions about where your priorities are,” he says, noting program hours for students have been reduced “with (them) in an empty room on a com- puter.” He also believes the review needs to demonstrate “a strong commitment to the college system,” which sometimes isn’t highlighted as much as universi- ties. Mr, Polonsky says he is optimistic about the review because Premier Dal- ton McGuinty is on record as wanting to be known as an education premier. As well, Mr. Rae is conducting the re- view and Bill Davis, another former premier, is one of the advisory com- mittee members. “To me that signals something,” said Mr. Polonsky, “Especially since one of the two (Mr. Davis) is our last educa- tion premier who I don’t think would have agreed to serve if he didn’t think there would be an impact.” The public meeting in Oshawa runs from 1 to 3 p.m. A location has not been announced, but the goal is to have most of the meetings on college and university campuses. To register online to speak at the meeting, visit www.raereview.on.ca/ and click on the ‘G et Involved’ and ‘On the Road’ links. The website advises that the time and date of the meeting could change. Mr. Rae’s discussion paper is also available on the site. Community from Page 1 Community good deeds a wash for United Way Durham College wants to make its ‘disproportionate contribution’ Durham from Page 1 Gary Polonsky Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Hanging in there AJAX – The Youth Centre, Town of Ajax and City of Pickering teamed up on the week- end for a drug awareness session, Off The Wall. Katrina Reynolds and other teens learned a number of leadership skills that can be applied to everyday life. YES! NAME ADDRESS CITY PROVINCE POSTAL CODE PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS Enclosed is my gift of:■$500 ■$100 ■$50 ■Other $ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I would like my gift to support priority projects at: ■Both sites ■Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering ■Rouge Valley Centenary ■My cheque is enclosed and made payable to Rouge Valley Health System Foundation ■I prefer to pay by credit card:■VISA ■MasterCard ■American Express Card #:■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■Expiry ■■■■ Signature:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I want to be a Vital Link! Every gift is vital. If you are interested in making a gift to the Vital Links Campaign in support of Rouge Valley Health System, please complete this form and return it to the site of your choice. H EALTH SYSTEM FOUNDATION Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering 580 Harwood Avenue South Ajax,ON L1S 2J4 Phone:905-683-2320,ext. 1501 Fax:905-428-5233 Rouge Valley Centenary 2867 Ellesmere Road To ronto,ON M1E 4B9 Phone:416-281-7342 Fax:416-281-7443 Charitable Business #:12379 7474 RR0001 Yo u can also make a donation online at: www.rougevalley.ca/foundation T he Board of the Rouge Valley Health System (RVHS) is comprised of talented individuals from across east Toronto and west Durham who voluntarily give their time to govern the affairs of the five Rouge Valley sites – Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering (RVAP),Rouge Valley Centenary (RVC),the Shoniker Clinic,Gatesview Supportive Housing,and Community Progress. Their overriding responsibility is to develop and regularly review the mission,objectives and strategic plan of RVHS so that doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals can provide the appropriate programs and services to meet the health care needs of the east To ronto and west Durham communities,within available resources. It’s a challenging responsibility,and volunteers are elected to the hospital board for the skills they bring in representing the residents of their communities and their growing need for high quality,family centered healthcare. As the 2004-2005 hospital board gears up for another challenging year,Board Chair Dave Sinclair lists the board’s objectives for the coming year: •Advancing RVHS as a leader in the delivery of family-centred care, •Promoting the recruitment of more physicians and nurses, •Ensuring that essential services are provided to our communities and that patients receive safe, efficient, quality care, •Commencing construction of the RVAP redevelopment and the RVC family birthing centre, •Operating the system in a cost efficient, fiscally responsible manner, and •Improving communications between Rouge Valley and the communities we serve, our political representatives,our staff and our physicians. “The success of the Rouge Valley Health System rests with everyone,”says Mr. Sinclair. “A nd I would encourage people to get involved and find out how they can support their local hospitals and healthcare services.” Monthly board meetings are open to the general public and minutes from each meeting are posted on the hospital webs ite at www.rougevalley.ca. The board has an email address which is boardofdirectors@rougevalley.ca and messages are retrieved by the Board Chair. Rouge Valley is continuing to hold “State of the Hospital” public forums,with the next ones scheduled for October 26th in Scarborough and October 27th in Ajax (see calendar). Front row: L to R – Bob Oldman; Dave Sinclair, Board Chair; Tom Atkins, Treasurer; Janet Ecker, Vice Chair; Peter Lobraico, Vice Chair. Second row: L to R – Murray Wilson; Hume Martin, President and Secretary; Neil Williamson; Kathy Ramsay, Past Chair; Jay Kaufman. Third row: L to R – Gerry Blake; John Black; Dr. Mansour Bendago, President, Medical Staff Society. Fourth row: L to R – Edward Fleury; Abi Singam; Dr. Fathi Abuzgaya, Chief of Staff. Not pictured: Paulette Senior, George Foegele, Dr. Carolyn Byrne, Dr. Henry Huang, Vice President, Medical Staff Society, Elizabeth Ryan, Chair, RVHSF Whether you are part of a small business, a community group or have an individual interest in your local hospital, there are fun ways to fundraise. The best part is, it won’t hurt a bit! •Host a yard sale, bake sale or car wash •Organize raffles such as: Boss for a Day,A Day Off, tickets to sporting events •Replace staff gift exchanges with a donations to your hospital •Have a dress down day,run a goldfish race - anything goes! Our event planner can help you organize a fun and successful fundraiser. Check out our website (www.rougevalley.ca) to download a copy. BE A VITAL LINK!WOM EN AND HEART DISEASE Thursday, October 28, 2004 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Anne Marie Shin, Registered Nurse Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering, Conference Rooms B and C WHAT’S HOT IN CARDIOLOGY? Thursday, November 25, 2004 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Dr. J. Ricci, Cardiologist Rouge Valley Centenary Cardiac Education Theatre – 11th Floor EXERCISE ~ THE KEY TO SUCCESS Thursday, January 27, 2005 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Amber Heath, Exercise Therapist Rouge Valley Centenary Cardiac Education Theatre – 11th Floor PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL LECTURES. Call 416-281-7113 to pre-register or for more information. All lectures are open to the general community and are free of charge. Parking is complimentary. “STATE OF THE HOSPITAL” PUBLIC FORUMS* Tu esday, October 26, 2004 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Dr. Bruce Johnston Conference Room, 3rd floor Rouge Valley Centenary Wednesday, October 27, 2004 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. HMS Room,Ajax Community Centre 75 Centennial Road,Ajax *No pre-registration is required. Everyone is welcome. RICHARDSON PA RT NERS FINANCIAL PRESENTS THE FESTIVAL OF TREES We dnesday November 17 – Sunday, November 21, 2004 Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering Join us for Durham Region’s premier holiday event, a dazzling display of designer-decorated Christmas trees and wreaths in a glittering setting. General admission and ticketed events in support of RVAP. Fo r more information please call 905-683-2320 ext. 1501. ROUGE VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEM BOARD MEETINGS Tues day, October 26, 2004 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. RVC, Dr. Bruce Johnston Conference Room Tu esday, November 30, 2004 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. RVAP, Conference Rooms B/C Tues day, January 25, 2005 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. RVC, Dr. Bruce Johnston Conference Room Tues day, February 22, 2005 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. RVAP, Conference Rooms B/C For additi onal meeting dates or minutes of the board meetings, please visit the Rouge Valley website at www.rougevalley.ca and follow the links to “About Rouge Valley”. Community Calendar “I know that every single board member looks forward to working with the communities we serve and continuing to improve healthcare services.” If you would like to receive a copy of the latest Rouge Valley Health System newsletter, please contact us at 905-683-2320 ext. 5240 or 416-284-8131 ext. 4113. The newsletter is also posted on our website at www.rougevalley.ca. Rouge Valley Centenary: 2867 Ellesmere Road, Toronto, M1E 4B9 • Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering: 580 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, L1S 2J4 MEET YOUR HOSPITAL BOARD A REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY FROM THE ROUGE VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEM COMMUNITYUpdate H EALTH SYSTEM WEEKEND Oct. 16, 17, 2004 V ILLAGE C ARD & G IFT S HOPPE FREE FREE FREE DRAWS DRAWS DRAWS C e l e b r a t i n g C e l e b r a t i n g Celebrating B o y d ’s 2 5 t h B o y d ’s 2 5 t h Boyd’s 25 th A n n i v e r s a r y A n n i v e r s a r y Anniversary “FATHER CHRISTMAS” A MUST SEE ~ Lifesize ~ Only 4 in Canada 3 available right here in Newcastle “Anastasia with Zaza” Limited to 300 in North America. 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By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM – Prime Minister Paul Martin’s second speech from the throne promised new investments in Canadian cities and towns, calling them “the front lines” in building a bet- ter quality of life for citizens. “Communities are key to our social goals and our economic competitiveness,” said Governor General Adrienne Clarkson, who delivered the speech Tuesday afternoon in Parliament to begin the first session of the 38th Parliament of Canada. “Canadians want their communities, their towns and cities to be great places to live -- safe, with affordable housing, good public transit, clean air and water, and abundant green spaces.” Through the New Deal for Canada’s Cit- ies and Communities, and working with the provinces and territories, Gov. Gen. Clarkson said the Government will make available for the benefit of cities and towns a portion of the federal gas tax, growing over the next five years. “These funds will enable municipalities to make long-term financial commitments need- ed to help contain urban sprawl and to invest in new sustainable infrastructure projects in areas like transit, roads, clean water and sew- ers,” she said. The Government also made promises to ex- tend and enhance existing initiatives pertain- ing to affordable housing, the homeless and the residential assistance programs. “Shelter is the foundation upon which healthy com- munities and individual dignity are built,” the governor general added. On the issue of health care, Gov. Gen. Clark- son said Canadians have told their govern- ments “year after year” to renew Medicare, stop bickering and work together to ensure that it will be there for them and their children. Governments have responded, she said, not- ing that on Sept. 15 all First Ministers agreed on the 10-year plan to Strengthen Health Care. The Plan commits to a 10-year track of sub- stantial, predictable long-term funding, clos- ing what as been called the “Romanow Gap,” she said. As part of the plan, governments, for the first time, will set goals and targets for improving the health status of Canadians. The Health Council of Canada will also provide an annual report on health status and outcomes, and report on progress in implementing the Plan, she added. However, the most important investment that can be made is in the nation’s children, Gov. G en. Clarkson said. “That is why, even when it was fighting the deficit, the Government established the National Child Benefit -- the most significant national social program since Medicare,” she said. “Parents must have real choices; children must have real opportunities to learn.” As the Government began this new session -- this time as a minority government -- the governor general said Parliament would rise above partisanship or political affiliation to contribute to real progress for Canadians. “Each of us must take responsibility. The Government will do its part to ensure this minority Parliament works,” she vowed. “To- gether, we can move Canada forward.” Health, children focus of throne speech Throne speech highlights Economy: - Pay down debt by 25 per cent in 10 years - Build globally competitive, sustainable economy - Support newer businesses through increased supply of venture capital - Support development in key industries such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing and agriculture. Health: - Ten-year plan to strengthen health care - 10-year track of substantial, predictable long- term funding - Promotion of healthy living Children, Caregivers and Seniors - Improved tax-base support for Canadians car- ing for the elderly, infirm or disabled - Increased Guaranteed Income Supplement for least wealthy seniors - Increased provincial control over child care Cities and Communities - Portion of gas tax to municipalities for invest- ment in infrastructure projects - Increased support for not-for-profit activities through Not-For-Profit Corporations Act - Modernize Canadian Citizenship Act - Foster cultural institutions and policies Environment - Work with private-sector commercialization of new environmental technologies, with funds raised through sale of Petro Canada - Implement Green Procurement Policy and strengthen focus on ecological integrity of na- tional parks - Encourage development of renewable energy back to council on any anticipated legal or consulting costs. In a recorded vote, the motion passed unanimously. Mayor Dave Ryan echoed Coun. Brenner’s statements. “My patience has just about reached the extent that I am prepared to go. This government is not treating this municipality fairly,” he said, adding by extension this leaves every municipal- ity in the province open to be treated the same way. “They say municipali- ties are the creature of the Province and this creature does not intend to be the whipping boy of any government - no matter the political stripe.” He added he is willing to take legal action if the provincial government isn’t willing to treat Pickering fairly. In addition to the concerns over control and lack of appeal, council is also worried the Province’s develop- ment plan does not take into account the financial impact on Pickering resi- dents. “To put the services in place that will serve a community of 45,000 to 60,000 will bankrupt the taxpayers of Pickering,” Coun. Brenner said. 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For photo reprint details see ‘customer service’ at durhamregion.com This Week Uxbridge Times- Journal NEWS ADVERTISER Canadian Statesman BROOKLIN the Citizen Metroland Durham Region Media Group CORRECTION NOTICE We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers. Product:Medion SIM 2000 Notebook 10048500/1 Due to extreme weather conditions during production in Asia, this product from pg. 19 of our October 1st flyer is not currently available in-stores. As a result, customers who return to purchase the product when it arrives during the week of October 4th will receive a $100 off the advertised retail price of $1699. Rainchecks will be issued. A/P PA GE 5 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆OCTOBER 6, 2004 Crane flies, leatherjackets show no mercy Insects that destroy grass seen all over Durham By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — They look like giant mosquitoes, but their effect is far worse than an itchy bite. They’re European crane flies. And they’re everywhere. Lawn care specialists say the insect has been spotted crawling through grass from Pickering all the way to Courtice, and as far north as Brooklin and Port Perry. The biggest problem: They eat your lawn and there’s no legal way to stop them, unless you go organic. “Like most insects, they respond to certain weather conditions,” said Pamela Charbonneau, a turf grass specialist with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture who works out of the Guelph Turf Grass Institute. “I think the fact we’ve had a wet spring and summer — they’ve thrived.” Prior to 1997, when the bugs were first spotted in Ontario, they had been in Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Washington and Oregon, Ms. Char- bonneau said. The Ministry has been studying them ever since, trying to find out their origins and how they work. “We don’t really know where they came from,” she said. “And they seem to be spreading.” Crane flies start out as flying insects, “whose whole point in life is trying to find each other,” Ms. Charbonneau. The flies don’t eat, they just mate. These are the bugs that have been spotted in late summer and early fall all over southern Ontario. Shortly after, the females lay 200 to 300 eggs in your lawn, which hatch in 10-15 days, over a two- to three-week period. They start out about the size of the lead in a retractable pencil, around 1 cm long. But they get bigger as they start eat- ing your lawn, Ms. Charbonneau said. The insects — called leatherjackets at this stage because of the appearance and texture of their skin — eat the roots of grass underneath the surface, but at night they come to the top and eat grass blades. “You can get damage that looks simi- lar to grub damage,” Ms. Charbonneau said. “The grass blade is breaking away from the roots... patchy areas where grass just seems to be eaten away.” Leatherjackets eat all through the fall and emerge again in the spring. They continue feeding until late sum- mer when they become flying insects and the cycle starts out all over again. Lorelei Hepburn, owner of the lawn centre Environmental Factor in Os- hawa, said if you’ve seen the critters, you’ve probably got a problem. “If you’ve seen them in your grass, you should treat,” she said. The problem with this plan of attack is that there’s no registered product for killing leatherjackets, said Sue Kemp, manager of Nutri Lawn, an Oshawa- based lawn care company that serves all of Durham. “We’re hoping for something soon because it’s a relatively new pest... and there are regular sightings in Ontario,” she said, adding there is a commercial treatment that only golf courses are al- lowed to use. “There’s really nothing a homeowner can do.” The only legal option is an organic treatment called nemotodes, Ms. Hep- burn said. Steinermema seltiae are microscopic insects that get sprayed on lawns with water. They go after the larvae of all types of other insects, and leave behind a bacteria that kills. There are some drawbacks to nemo- todes, though. They’re only effective if the crane fly eggs are hatched, and the nemotodes themselves will only hatch if the soil is above 13 C. “Probably mid-October, there’s a narrow window there,” Ms. Charbon- neau said. “It depends on how cold it gets, how quickly.” If the temperature drops, it’s best to wait for spring, even though you risk more damage to your lawn, she added. And the dry weather lately could mean that the eggs that have been laid may not even hatch. The best prevention is to take care of your grass. “The only defence hom- eowners have is to try and keep their lawns healthy,” Ms. Charbonneau said. That means fertilizing and using re- seeding if you notice damage. For more information, visit www. gov.on.ca/OMAFRA/. Police forum delivers message that speed kills PICKERING — The stark after- math of fatal highway collisions will be among the displays when Durham Regional Police stage an “Accident Awareness” forum this week in Picker- ing. Accident Awareness ‘04 will take up to 22,000 square feet of space inside the Pickering Markets Trade Hall and take participants along a network of artificial roads, complete with traffic signals and accident scenes recon- structed with vehicles from real fatal crashes. It is the goal of organizers to demon- strate how quickly crashes can occur, and how devastating they can be. Among the messages being stressed are the importance of wearing seat- belts; the perils of street racing and illegal vehicle modification and the dangers associated with speeding. The free forum, being conducted by Durham Regional Police in conjunc- tion with community groups, takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 9 and 10, at the Trade Hall, at 1400 Squires Beach Rd. in Pickering. For more information, contact Con- stable Bob Annan at 905-579-1520, ex- tension 2568, or Sergeant John Hinds at extension 1734. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Durham Regional Police are holding an Accident Awareness forum this week in Pick- ering in an attempt to raise awareness on how quickly crashes can occur. Getting a sneak peek at the displays were from left, Tasha Hodgins, Kailyn Fullerton, and Anna Kw adrans, all students at All Saints Catholic High School. The forum continues until Sunday at the Pickering Markets Trade Hall, offering students and the public a chance to take in the information and displays. PA GE 6 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆OCTOBER 6, 2004 EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com Advent of teenage years doesn’t mean necessary change A s I write this, my oldest son is two days away from becoming a teen- ager. I am filled with mixed emotions over this turn of events. I’ve listened over the years to other parents’ warn- ings and lamentations about what the teenage years are like. I’ve sat through many a “Just you wait” and “You won’t believe it” and “They’re gonna hate you.” I’ve endured that know-it-all finger-wagging when I would shake my head and try to tell them that I thought my kids were different. But they’re per- sistent, these people. If they can’t enjoy their kids, dammit, no one’s going to. For a while there I was really nervous. I hated the thought that my child and I would ever be any- thing but the best of friends. I was dreading the dreaded teenage years. But we’re here now and guess what? I love my kid more than ever and I’m rea- sonably sure he thinks I’m OK too. Yes, things are changing, as of course they should. But the change is welcome and good. My son is turning into a young man. An interesting, bright, wickedly funny young man. His mother and I still very much like having him, and even his goofy pack of friends, around. This is not to say the child is perfect. God help us, no. He’s loopy, forgetful, sometimes maddeningly irresponsible and I’ve seen post-hurricane photos from Haiti that were neater than his room. But I still like him enormously. And I don’t use that word lightly. Lots of parents love their kids. They feed them, clothe them, bathe them and see to it that they receive instruction in everything from gymnastics to particle acceleration, but I think it’s something special to really like your kid. To take pleasure in their company. To see the whole package, pim- ples and all, and know that the world is and will be a better place because this person is here and becoming a part of it all. So I find myself breathing an unnecessary sigh of relief. In retrospect, my panic was silly. I’ve always liked this kid, always delighted in him, al- ways been firmly committed to him. Why did I think that, somehow, some way, when he reached puberty, a magical switch was going to be thrown that would undo all of that? It’s taken me a bit of time to figure it out, but I think now that I’m here I under- stand why. You never hear from the parents who really like their kids. I’ve never been cornered by some embittered guy complaining that his kid is on the swim team, or about the problems he’s having with his kid who reads too much or the guy whose daughter and her cello are really becoming a pain in the ass. That just doesn’t happen. Parents who really like their kids, who’ve really invested that most precious of all com- modities, time, with their kids, are just too busy enjoying their teenagers to waste breath warning others about what monsters they’ve created. Sunderland resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR I like my kid, I have to admit I really do Premier McGuinty’s f irst year short on accomplishments IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: How would you rate Dalton McGuinty’s first year on the job? Failure Good Excellent Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Does Ontario need a law banning dangerous breeds of dogs?: Votes cast: 257 No: 36.6 % Yes: 63.4 % Make mushroom for us PICKERING – Sara and Michael Currie hold the biggest mush- room they, and no doubt many others, have ever seen. John and Maria Currie sent in the photo, noting it was found on the family’s property and that no one could believe their eyes. Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, e-mail photos to dstell@durhamregion.com. 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I also don’t understand why students cannot go to their lockers throughout the day to unload books they do not need to carry. Here is a possible solution: Why can’t the Catholic and public school boards have the contents of books put on their websites so students do not have to carry text books home everyday? This way the books could be left in the classroom. How about another possi- ble solution: Why can’t teach- ers have their own link from the boards’ web sites listing homework assignments and such? I also feel students should have an avenue to communi- cate with teachers via e-mail (particularly for the shy stu- dents who do not speak up in class). This might resolve some of the communication gaps that students have with their teachers. If teachers have their own links this would al- leviate the excuse, ‘I left my homework at school.’ I feel this would be a very useful tool for both the teachers and students. Perhaps this would also cut down on the paper usage in the schools. I believe these ideas are very feasible and in this day and age the technology should be utilized to the fullest extent. Sandra Nielsen, Ajax Municipalities should take a look at negatives of on-street parking bylaws To the editor: I’m glad to hear tourism is doing better in Durham Re- gion. It is a great source of rev- enue that communities close to Toronto seem to overlook. I would like to suggest mu- nicipalities review their over- night parking policies with tourism in mind. While it is unreasonable to check each plate to see if it is local or out of town, it is easy to recognize out-of-province plates. Surely many of these people must be tourists and are spending some their holiday dollars in the community. I know there are bylaws about street park- ing, but ticketing some of our tourists just looks like a tacky cash grab. Mary Cook, Pickering Helium balloon idea doesn’t fly To the editor: Re: ‘Lootbag letdown a les- son,’ column by Neil Crone of Sept. 8. What were you thinking, Mr. Crone, in giving children helium balloons instead of lootbags? Why did you even have he- lium balloons at all? Do you not know that these balloons may end up in our lakes and oceans, killing marine life? What kind of an example is that for our children? If you are concerned about the sugary crap (your words) in lootbags, why not fill them with skipping ropes, balls, small cars, Lego, jewelry-mak- ing supplies or small school items. The list is endless. Let’s clean up our environ- ment and respect our animal life. Show our children that we care. Jean Colacicco Oshawa Time to deliver more than empty promises S o, this is Ontario under Dalton McGuinty’s rule. A heavier tax burden, school boards still awaiting word on funding needs, teachers threatening to walk off the job en- masse, municipalities still struggling to find the necessary funds to keep our communities running, and more uncertainty in the health-care community. All that aside, if Mr. McGuinty’s first year in the premier’s office - the anniversary was Saturday - has been marked by any one thing, it’s been his consistent failure to keep his word. Mr. McGuinty went into last fall’s election campaign with a list of more than 200 promises. He trumpeted no more tax cuts, but no new taxes either. He promised to stop development projects on the Oak Ridges Moraine. He promised to take on the company that runs Hwy. 407 and force cuts in rising tolls. He promised vehicle insurance rates would fall by 20 per cent. Our premier has failed miserably on all accounts and more, most spectacularly with his new regressive health tax that particu- larly penalizes the middle class. True, the former Conservative government left office with our provincial finances in a mess, but Mr. McGuinty knew that coming in. Throughout last year’s election campaign he told one and all that the Tories were hiding a multibillion-dollar deficit, and that still, he could implement all his promises. Ye t, upon taking up residence in the premier’s office, Mr. Mc- Guinty took to blaming his failure to deliver on many of those ill- advised promises on the fact he was saddled with a deficit. How convenient. Now he’s promising that if Ontario stands by him, all this tough love will pay off in the years ahead. Mr. McGuinty, we’re not looking for more grand lists of empty promises and more consultation. Nor are we interested in tired old tales about the Tories having left things in a mess. The last year has proven this course of action is an abject failure for Ontario. We’re looking for specific answers on whether our small rural schools in Durham Region have a future or if our boards should be looking for closure. We want to know how you will end our hospi- tals’ regular cycle of running annual multimillion-dollar deficits; how you will eliminate our emergency room backlogs. We’re wait- ing for cheques to start arriving at municipalities so they can catch up on infrastructure desperately in need of upgrading. We’re look- ing for real solutions to the issues that matter most to Ontarians. We’re looking for much better in the years ahead. Correction DURHAM – Incorrect information appeared in the editorial ‘Don’t take your fire safety for granted,’ published Oct. 3 in the News Advertiser. Canadian Tire is not partnering with the Ajax and Pickering fire departments in a battery giveaway promotion during Fire Preven- tion Week. The News Advertiser regrets the error and any inconvenience caused. ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website DAT E MEETING TIME Oct. 7 Pickering Advisory Committee on 7:00 pm Race Relations & Equity Oct. 12 Executive Committee Meeting 7:30 pm Oct. 14 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm Oct. 18 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Meet Perdita Felicien, Bernard Luttmer & Anson Henry Fri., October 15 Celebrate with us! 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 Celebrate Pickering’s Olympians Fri., Oct. 15th @ 7 pm Pickering Town Centre 905.420.4620 2004 FINAL TAX NOTICE Final Installment of the 2004 COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL TAX BILL is due for payment October 15, 2004 If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 (North Pickering 905.683.2760) or Toll Free 1.866.683.2760.Our office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Questions regarding your property assessment? • Please note that property assessment is the responsibility of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and that all assessment related inquiries should be directed to them at 1.866.296.6722. • Additional information regarding property assessment can be found on MPAC’s website: www.mpac.ca Tired of standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering offers the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. You can pay your taxes: •At participating financial institutions. Please allow five days before the due date for your payment to reach our office. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our office, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. • By mail. To avoid the late payment penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed five days before the due date. 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All City of Pickering Facilities will be CLOSED Monday, October 11, 2004 City of Pickering Emergency Telephone Number is 905.683.4319 CIVIC COMPLEX RECREATION COMPLEX RECREATION COMPLEX POOL DUNBARTON POOL RECREATION COMPLEX ARENA PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARIES AJAX & PICKERING TRANSIT AUTHORITY No Regular or Specialized Service. Pre-booked dialysis by special arrangement only. Call 905.683.4111 FILE TYPE &Official Plan Amendment: OPA 04-002/P NUMBER PROPERTY The Growth Management Study Area affects LOCATION an area bounded by the CP Rail line to the south, Yo rk-Durham Townline Road to the west, Highway 7 to the north, and Sideline 16/Pickering-Ajax boundary to the east. PROPOSAL The purpose of this amendment is to implement the Council endorsed Structure Plan for the Growth Management Study Area by putting in place new land use designations and policies in the Pickering Official Plan. WRITTEN An Information Report is available from the INFORMATION office of the City Clerk on or after October AVAILABLE 8, 2004, on the City’s website, and at the Information Meeting. LAST DATE FOR October 22, 2004 COMMENT PLANNING Grant McGregor, MCIP, RPP, Principal Planner CONTACT - Policy 905.420.4660 ext. 2032, gmcgregor@city.pickering.on.ca TO RECEIVE Write to the City Clerk, Mr. Bruce Taylor, at NOTICE OF the address above; OR FUTURE Email: btaylor@city.pickering.on.ca MEETINGS PLANNING ACT If a person or public body that files a notice REQUIREMENTS of appeal of a decision of the City of Pickering in respect of the proposed Official Plan Amendment does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Pickering before the proposed Official Plan Amendment is adopted, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss all or part of the appeal. If you wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed Official Plan Amendment, you must make a written request to the City Clerk. A copy of the proposed Official Plan Amendment is available at the Planning & Development Department. DATE OF THIS September 20, 2004 NOTICE ProxyVoting A person who is not able to attend the voting location or advance vote to cast their ballot may appoint another person as a voting proxy to vote on their behalf. Please see the website for the Proxy Voting Rules or call 905.420.4611. NOTICE OF STUDY COMPLETION CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT STUDY SANDY BEACH ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT The City of Pickering is undertaking an Environmental Assessment for the replacement of the existing Sandy Beach Road Bridge over Krosno Creek. The structure is located between Parkham Crescent and Montgomery Park Road (see Key Plan below). The existing bridge does not meet current design standards, nor is it wide enough to accommodate two lanes of traffic with sidewalks. This study is being conducted in accordance with Schedule B of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment.Subject to comments received as a result of this Notice, and the receipt of necessary approvals, the City intends to proceed with the design and construction of this project subject to budget approval. The project file is available for viewing at the following locations: City of Pickering Operations & Emergency Services Department Municipal Property & Engineering Division One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario, L1V 6K7 Telephone: 905.420.4630 Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Interested persons should provide written comment to Mr. Darrell Selsky, Supervisor, Engineering and Capital Works of the City of Pickering Operations and Emergancy Services Department within 30 calendar days from the date of this Notice. If concerns arise which cannot be resolved through discussion with the City, a person may request that the Minister of the Environment make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act (referred to as a Part II Order), which addresses individual environmental assessments. Requests must be received by the Minister at the address below* within 30 calendar days from the date of this Notice. A copy of the request must also be sent to the City. If there is no request received by November 5, 2004, the City may proceed with design and construction. *Ministry of the Environment Central Region Office 5775 Yonge Street, 8th Floor Toronto, Ontario M2M 4JI cityofpickering.com Pickering Central Library One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario, L1V 6K7 Telephone: 905.831.6265 Monday to Friday: 9:30 am to 9:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25, the City of Pickering gives Notice of its intent to pass a By-law to dedicate those parts of Lot 15, Range 3, Broken Front Concession, Pickering, designated as Parts 2, 3, 4 and 5, Plan 40R-22710 as public highway and name them “Clements Road” (shown on sketch below). This By-law will be enacted by Council on October 18, 2004, at the Pickering Civic Complex, Council Chambers. Anyone wishing to comment on this matter should contact the City Clerk on or before noon on Friday, October 15, 2004. Bruce J.Taylor,AMCT, CMM City Clerk Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 DATED at Pickering this 23rd day of September, 2004 cityofpickering.com PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25, the City of Pickering gives Notice of its intent to pass a By-law to dedicate those parts of Lot 16, Registrar’s Compiled Plan No. 1051, Pickering, designated as Parts 7 and 9, Plan 40R-22043 as public highway and name them “Heathside Crescent” (shown on sketch below). This By- law will be enacted by Council on October 18, 2004, at the Pickering Civic Complex, Council Chambers. Anyone wishing to comment on this matter should contact the City Clerk on or before noon on Friday, October 15, 2004. Bruce J.Taylor, AMCT, CMM City Clerk Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 DATED at Pickering this 23rd day of September, 2004. cityofpickering.com NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION/ROAD CLOSURE & DETOUR Rosebank Road Bridge Rehabilitation and Widening Sheppard Avenue to Foxwood Trail In order to accommodate bridge reconstruction works, it will be necessary to close Rosebank Road from Sheppard Avenue to Foxwood Trail, commencing Monday, October 4, 2004 for approximately 10 weeks.We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. Concerns or questions regarding the construction or road closure can be directed to: Darrell Selsky, C.E.T., 905.420.4660, ext. 2149 or dselsky@city.pickering.on.ca. The plan above illustrates alternative proposed routes for traffic around the work area commencing October 4, 2004. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING October 14, 2004 at 7:00 pm Pickering Civic Complex - Council Chambers One The Esplanade, Pickering Ontario, L1V 6K7 STATUTORY PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING ON OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT OPA 04-002/P CITY INITIATED: GROWTH MANAGEMENT STUDY Sponsored by: Monday, October 18, 2004 Monday, October 25, 2004 Monday, November 1, 2004 REGISTER TODAY! 905.420.4660 ext. 6100 Details online @ cityofpickering.com/teen P PA GE 7 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆OCTOBER 6, 2004 StoneCircle offers Ajax venue for Durham actors By David Stell News Editor AJAX – A new the- atre group in Ajax can be summed up in one word: opportunity. That’s the common de- nominator, according to Ken Bond, StoneCircle Theatre’s artistic director and one of three founding members. “This is an opportunity to present live theatre to a community that hasn’t had it before and work with tal- ented actors,” he explains. Bond, Dave Edwards and Gillian Woodhouse are the catalysts behind StoneCir- cle Theatre. The idea for a theatre group grew out of a conversation the three had at a surprise party for Woodhouse. The friends agreed there was a need in Ajax for live theatre. “For years there hasn’t been anything there,” Bond notes. But, it wasn’t as easy as having an idea and sitting back after that. It was a tough task to get the word out to the theatre commu- nity, find a stage, clear gov- ernment red tape and turn the idea into reality. People such as April Polak, president of Ajax Creative Arts, the other ten- ant in the Village Commu- nity Centre, which is now StoneCircle’s home, Ajax Regional Councillor Joanne Dies and especially Ajax recreation services direc- tor Sharon Meredith, Bond says, all helped the theatre group make it as far as they have. “(Sharon’s) been abso- lutely terrific,” Bond says. Meredith helped them se- cure the use of the theatre, but also helped ensure needed upgrades were made in order to meet stan- dards. As a result, they are now established with a first show already in rehearsal - ‘Rita Taylor’ a comedy set to hit the stage in November. It includes seven actors from all over the region. Ajax’s newest theatre group, says Bond, can trace its origins to a famous Eng- lish landmark. The theatre’s namesake is Stonehenge and other historic stone cir- cles like it in the country. He said on a trip to Europe, he visited many sites of stone circles and it just clicked when he saw them. “The stone represents strength and rigidity and the circle is flexible and has a curvaceousness,” he ex- plains. “Together they rep- resent the type of material we want to present.” StoneCircle made the pitch for its theatre group with a business case that was accepted by the Town of Ajax. The group support- ed it with research into the demographics of the area, showing it would be sup- ported. Next door to Ajax, the Backwoods Players offer community theatre based in Pickering and the two will likely share many actors and the two theatre opportuni- ties will complement each other, Bond points out. “I think it will be good for both of us,” he says. For Bond, a writer whose work will be performed by StoneCircle, the theatre is a lifelong passion. The em- phasis will be on Canadi- an work and writers and, along with his own work, Bond says they will offer the chance for other writers to see their work performed. That isn’t easy for new or non-established writers, he says, speaking from experi- ence. “The process to break in can be frustrating,” he says. Its works will include new and contemporary plays, but “we’re not going to do something that’s been done a 1,000 times,” he says. One innovation they’ve introduced is a partnership with a number of Pickering Village restaurants to offer dinner discounts to theatre patrons, something that will be mutually beneficial. As well, the founders are grate- ful for the financial support of corporate and business sponsors. The StoneCircle Theatre, at 22 Sherwood Rd. W. in Pickering Village in Ajax, is an intimate venue with room for 75 people, he says. For more information on StoneCircle Theatre or to purchase tickets, call 647- 895-2015 or visit the website: stonecircletheatre.com. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com [ In Brief ]] Writing Fairy to enchant DWAC DURHAM – Dorothea Helms, better known as the Writing Fairy will, enchant an audience at the Durham West Arts Centre tomor- row. Helms, a well-known Durham Region freelance writer is expect- ing her first book to be published this fall, ‘The Writing Fairy Guide to Calling Your- self a Writer’ and she’ll be talking about it in the next Art of Wo rds event at DWAC, Thursday, Oct. 7. The book is packed with in- formation and advice with a lot of laughs, says Art of Words orga- nizer April Polak. Helms also has another busi- ness called, Write Stuff Writing Services, which has achieved great success during the past decade. She has been published in dozens of magazines and newspapers including numerous Metroland pub- lications. For more information, call Durham West Arts Centre 905-686- 7697 New players on the stage From left, Ken Bond, Dave Edwards and Gillian Woodhouse are the founding members of StoneCircle Theatre, operating in the Village Commu- nity Centre. StoneCircle is now preparing for its first show, ‘Rita Taylor’ to be performed in November. Whitby Minor Baseball Association Announcement 2005 Rep Tryouts Schedule 22 0 0 5 M i n o r M i d g e t R E P t r y o u t s f o r p l a y e r s b o r n i n 1 9 8 9 w i l l t a k e p l a c e a t Por t a g e P a r k o n t h e f o l l o w i n g d a t e s :. 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For details on size, weight, entry fees and application forms, log on to www.pin- eridgearts.org/jas.html. Ap- plication forms must be re- ceived by the arts council by Oct. 15 at the latest. The arts council is also looking for sponsors for the event. For more informa- tion, call Cathy at 905-509- 3855. Juried art show looking for entries Dorothea Helms SPORTS durhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND Pickering Panthers junior ‘A’ hockey team plays the Wexford Raiders Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Pigskin prayers and pandemonium Notre Dame Cougars look to etch their place in school history This is the second of a four-part se- ries, following the Notre Dame Cou- gars senior football team as it enjoys the ups and, perhaps, endures the downs of the high school season. By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — A Hail Mary is generally reserved for late in football games; for the Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars, it’s the first order of game day. At 11:15 a.m. on game day, Oct. 1, the players file into the school’s cha- pel, a pie-shaped room with a high ceiling that extends to a skylight. Notre Dame’s road jerseys, purple with white trim, are draped neatly over the backs of chairs. A measure of solemnity ex- ists –– several players sit alone in silent introspection, contemplating the game that will mark the first of the season for the north Ajax school’s senior football program entering its third season, By contrast, there’s also abundant restless energy in the room as others sit togeth- er talking and laughing with friends. Mostly, the mood is loose and carefree approximately two hours before Notre Dame’s season’s kickoff against twin- school rivals, the J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate Storm. Coach Brian Hughes stands near the dais at the front of the room. You could call him the ‘pigskin padre’ on this day. Like a priest, he waits patiently until everyone has arrived before launching into his sermon, er, pre-game pep talk. He sets the tone by taking a scene out of the 1980s movie, ‘Dead Poet’s Society’, starring Robin Williams who inspires his students at an all-boys boarding school. In the scene, Williams takes his class out into the hall to the trophy case. He asked each one of them to put their ear to the glass case. A sound and a voice comes out of the case. Hughes tells the students the voice says: “What good amid these wonders owe me.” He then provides the analysis: “With everything good happening around me, what am I doing here?” The message? Carpe diem — Latin for seize the day. He urges his players to “create something this season that will be marked down in the history of the school.” The movie reference seems to work: Players are paying rapt attention. To further hammer home his message, Hughes takes a motivational page out of revered NFL football coach Vince Lombardi’s playbook. The former Green Bay Packers coach was a noted disciplinarian, devoutly religious, but mostly a master motivator. The quote, gleaned from Lombardi’s biography, mixes faith and football. “If you give anything less than your best, you’re cheating your coach, your teammates and everything football stands for, but you’re also cheating your maker. He’s the one who gave you the talent. The greatest way you can thank Him is use your talent on every single play to the maximum of your abilities.” Hughes closes with a flourish: “This is your day, your season.” ••• The adrenaline ramps up signifi- cantly when players arrive at the dress- ing room at 11:40 a.m. Only trouble is, the dressing room is not large enough to accommodate all 40-odd players on the roster, so some players dress at adjacent lockers. The noise is deaf- ening -- almost a festive atmosphere pervades the area; players are so giddy that impromptu dancing breaks out. Outside the dressing room, it’s quieter, but only a little. Notre Dame senior wide receiver-slot back Chris Gavin is outwardly cool and confident, but his words belie his calmness. “I’m ridiculously excited; I’m pumped. I’ve been looking forward to this all week,” says Gavin, a three-year senior player who’s back for his final go-round with the Cougars. He’s espe- cially delighted to be playing in front of the Notre Dame student body against rival Richardson. “This year we have the whole school behind us. We’re playing for bragging rights for the rest of the school year. It’s Notre Dame’s field.” Gavin is diplomatic when discussing the importance of beating Richardson. The game’s big, but no more so than the remaining gridiron clashes. “Every game we play is the most important game. But, this time, we’re just focusing on this game,” he says. He can’t, however, resist adding a little Wo rld Wrestling Entertainment-like bravado for good measure. “I don’t want to just beat them, I want to smash them.” The Notre Dame Cougars entered Friday’s season opener after two suc- cessive pre-season losses, the final one to Oshawa’s Monsignor Paul Dwyer Saints the previous Friday. Conversely, the Richardson Storm came into the game on a high after crushing the Ajax High School Rams 48-0 in their lone exhibition tilt. Gavin’s unconcerned. “Every week you play differently and we pretty much didn’t start our games well, so we’ll have to see what hap- pens. We’re not nervous at all. We’re going into this thing thinking we’re going to win. We feel we have more experienced players with more skills. We don’t really have any concerns.” ••• Under bright, blue skies and just more than an hour before kickoff, coach Hughes puts his punter-place kicker Matt Whittaker and several punt returners through a series of last-minute drills. This season, all Durham Region teams play by Ca- nadian three-down rules as opposed to four-down American football, mean- ing that punting and punt returning will take on heightened significance. Upon leaving the field, Hughes says he feels his kids are prepared for the gridiron battles ahead and especially the first one. But, like all coaches, he’s acutely aware that preparation only goes so far. Good practices sometimes don’t translate into good games. But, he’s hopeful. “Yeah, after yesterday’s practice, I think they’re ready.” How important is getting the first win of the season? Hughes lets out a sigh as a palpable uneasiness hangs over the question. He takes a second to gather his thoughts and carefully renders his response. “It’s very important. It will dictate how we do the rest of the way.” Is he concerned about the two pre- season losses? “If we lost and we didn’t play well, I would be worried. We lost and we played OK. We made some mistakes. We have to prove today that we’ve learned from those mistakes.” ••• The Cougars make their grand en- trance on to the field at 12:10 p.m. Lop- ing from the locker room to the field in single file, the air is interspersed with roars of ‘Time for the Cougars’ and ‘I love football, baby’. The players get down to business as Matt D’Sousa, a team captain, leads the team in warm- up exercises. Some 25 minutes after the Cougars begin performing their pre-game warm-ups, the Richardson Storm officially begin there’s. Ju st before kickoff, the pre-game rit- uals intensify. Gathered in a semicircle, the players lay down the beat, clapping their hands and using their thigh pads as a percussion instrument. And, then they chant: ‘Be ready, be ready for .....” The chanting comes to a crescendo with the pumping of fists and jumping. To end it, a call-and-answer session: Who are We? N.D. What do we do? Fight! ••• Notre Dame wins the coin toss and receives the opening kickoff. D’Sousa takes it and scrambles to about his own 35-yard line. A penalty — the first of many against the Cougars — puts the ball back 10 yards. Notre Dame moves the ball effectively with run- ning backs Shane Risden and Cecil Cherrie and fullback Ryan Bell alter- nately carrying the mail for first downs. Risden bursts through the middle of the field, then deftly cuts right up the sidelines for a 30-yard gain to the Rich- ardson 15-yard line. A seven-minute drive ends successfully as Cherrie, on the reverse, runs into the end zone. Euphoria erupts on the Notre Dame sidelines. Whittaker’s kick goes wide on the point-after attempt, however. Notre Dame’s backslapping and high-fives end abruptly as Richardson scores on the first play from scrimmage. Storm quarterback Mike Murray floats a pass over the Notre Dame defensive line to running back Brandon Carrier who runs 70 yards to the end zone. Carrier boots the convert for a 7-6 Richardson lead at the end of the first quarter. ••• The Cougars’ defence could have been thrown into a tailspin by Rich- ardson’s quick strike. Hughes, how- ever, won’t allow it. An experienced football coach, he urges his players to keep their composure. His steady hand appears to right the ship as the defence recovers nicely in the second quarter, as Richardson fails to register a point. Later, Hughes voices his displea- sure with a call that goes against Notre Dame. It appears Cougars receiver Akeem Foster is interfered with on a passing play near the end zone. Pass interference isn’t called, however. The officials call a push-off on Foster and the ball’s brought back to the 17-yard line. Undaunted, Cherrie and quar- terback Chris Dahiroc get the Cougars back to within five yards of the end zone. On the ensuing third-and-five play, Dahiroc fakes a pitch and hands off to Cherrie for his second major of the game. Whittaker’s convert attempt is good. Notre Dame 13 Richardson 7. ••• With 50 seconds remaining in the half, Notre Dame cashes in for its third touchdown. On third down and goal, Risden gets the ball and trots in for the six points. The snap for the point-after attempt is fumbled, Whittaker picks up the ball and is tackled immediately. He’s also shaken up on the play. Penal- ties continue to plague the Cougars. A 45-yard touchdown by Cherrie is negated after a blocking-from-behind call brings the ball back to the 20-yard line. Notre Dame 19 Richardson 7 at halftime. ••• With warm temperatures, the Cou- gars elect to stay outside for half time. The coaches huddle to one side of the uprights, while on the other, the play- ers are on Cloud 9 with their first-half performance. Back inside the circle, Hughes brings them back down to earth. He reminds them of their pen- chant for penalties during the first half. “If you’re aggressive, fine, but we don’t need holding, we don’t need blocking from the rear.” He praised the work of his backfield and noted the offence still has plenty more to show Richardson in the second half. ••• Whittaker has had an up-and-down kicking game thus far. But, he redeems himself by putting a 30-yard field goal attempt dead centre through the up- rights in the third quarter. Notre Dame 22 Richardson 7. Later, there’s con- cern on the sidelines for star running back Cherrie, who also lines up as a safety on defence. He just took a big hit from a Richardson defender. He sits, head in hand, on the side of the track but, minutes later, re-enters the game on defence. Later that series, big Richardson running back Carrier is levelled with a thunderous hit by Notre Dame’s Andrew Collymore. Payback rendered. There’s lots of bumps and bruises on the Notre Dame sidelines. D’Sousa has an ice pack on his thigh, while defensive end Francis Paredes has also left the game. He received some therapy on his shoulder and now holds an ice pack on his injury. “I just aggra- vated it,” deadpans Pare- des, adding, “It’s just a little sore. I’ll be going back in.” ••• In the fourth, the Cougars score their fourth and final touch- down. After fullback Bell is denied on a first-and- goal attempt, Dahiroc gives to Collymore, who has replaced Cherrie in the backfield, for the touchdown. Whittaker’s point- after attempt is blocked. Notre Dame 28 Richardson 7. The Storm save face by scoring a touchdown late in the game. Final score: Notre Dame 28 Notre Dame 13. ••• One spectator in attendance is George Festeryga, who played in the Canadian Football League in the late 1940s and early ‘50s. He came to the football game with Hughes, a neigh- bour from Port Perry. Festeryga was impressed with the teams’ performances. “It’s good high school football. It’s good for the boys. Te am play is a very important thing to teach them.” ••• Following the victory, Hughes was already reminding his team of their next assignment: Playing five-time defending Durham Region champion St. Mary in Oshawa on Friday. He ac- knowledges his Cougars must play even better to have a chance against St. Mary. “We stalled too many times because of mental mistakes. You can’t make those mistakes against St. Mary.” But, he allows Friday’s win over Richardson was a “good victory and a good start” to the season. A/P PAGE 9 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆OCTOBER 6, 2004 Notre Dame players gather together for one last cheer before taking the field against Richardson on Friday. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos Above, Lance Poole prays in the school chapel prior to game time. At right, running back Cecil Cherrie breaks a tackle in the game against the Richardson Storm. Automodular Assemblies Inc. an international world class sub-assembler and sequencer in the automotive industry is looking to identify qualified candidates to fill the following positions: PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR: Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the direction and supervision of employees at Automodular facilities to ensure sub-assembly and sequencing requirements are obtained and to meet our window times at General Motors. QUALITY TECHNICIAN: Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Quality Technician is responsible for the Quality Department operations and to ensure that all supplied assemblies to General Motors are conforming to customer standards. SHIPPING SUPERVISOR: Reporting to the Materials Manager, the Shipping Supervisor is responsible for the daily activities associated with receiving in-bound loads of component material and shipping out-bound loads of batched/sequenced commodities. 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Holiday Joy Canada’s fashion leader is looking for enthusiastic, customer focused individuals to act as Seasonal Consultants this holiday season. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment, we want to meet with you. Holiday Recruitment Fair Friday, October 8th – 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. & Saturday, October 9th – 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pickering Town Centre – 1355 Kingston Road As part of our team, you can enjoy: • competitive pay • top-notch training • an attractive shopping discount If you are unable to attend the Fair, please obtain an application from the human resources department at a store near you. For more information about career opportunities at the Bay, please visit us on-line at www.hbc.ca M aking a Difference Every Day! Laidlaw is an organization that provides safe, secure, and on-time school bus transportation services throughout North America. www.LaidlawSchoolBus.com Driver Development & Safety Officer • Ajax location (full-time) Your organizational, communication, presentation, and coaching skills will aid you in training new drivers for B licences, helping with accident investigation, scheduling road tests, and assisting with D.D.C., safety workshops and evacuations. You are a secondary school graduate with a valid B class licence and computer proficiency. Please apply in writing, by October 17, to: Jean Laird, 225 MacKenzie Ave. Ajax, Ontario L1S 2G1 Fax: 905-683-3330 e-mail: Jean_Laird@lpsg.com Now hiring BUS DRIVERS! Call 1-877-914-KIDS We appreciate all responses; however, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. Collins & Aikman is the global leader in automotive floor & acoustic systems and is the leading supplier of automotive fabric, interior trim and convertible top systems. The C&A Plastics Scarborough Division has the following opening: MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR An individual with excellent communication skills and a minimum of 5 years Maintenance supervisory experience, preferably in an unionized environment, will excel in this role. Sample of responsibilities are: supervise & schedule PM's, repairs, and modifications to plant equipment; assist manag- ers and engineers with resources to complete facility related projects in a timely manner; assist in the establishment of specifications, standards and request quotes for modifications and appropriation of facilities. You bring to this role a current Ontario Certificate of Qualification as an Electrician, Industrial Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic, or Engineer with 5 years experience past receipt of license. An interpretive ability to work with different types of drawings:hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, etc. A minimum of 5 years experience working with injection moulding machines or heavy automotive manufacturing equip. Knowledge of OSHA,TS16949, JIT, ISO14001. Interested candidates are invited to send their resumes quoting the appropriate file number (MS2004-01) to: scarboroughcareers@colaik.com or by fax to (416) 298-9050 with attention to Candice Kay, HR Specialist. No telephone calls or agencies please. C&A is an equal opportunity employer. MACHINE OPERATORS Celplast Limited (est. 1976) is a manufacturer and distributor of process plastic films. We need some enthusiastic team players as Machine Operators. You are mechanically inclined, have a minimum of grade 12 education and have good communication skills, both written and verbal. We will train the right individuals who are keen to learn and take pride in their work. You will be responsible for operating our slitters and metallizers, troubleshooting, inspecting and packaging our materials. We rely on our operators to produce top quality products. In return, we offer a busy and challenging work environment, com- petitive wages including monthly bonuses based on perfor- mance, company benefits as well as educational programs. Can- didates will have the option of working weekdays or weekends. If you are a team player with a positive attitude, good work habits and a desire to keep growing and learning, we want to hear from you. Please forward your resume by email or fax in confidence to: Fax (416) 293-9198 or email: apply@celplast.com www.celplast.com Celplast Metallized Product Limited 67 Commander Blvd, Unit #4 Scarborough, Ontario M1S 3M7 ESTIMATOR REQUIRED for contractor providing estimating and construction services to the property insurance companies in Durham. Must be customer oriented with problem solving skills, construction knowledge with basic computer skills. Initial training provided, competitive compensation. Excellent opportunity in a professional position. Fax resume to Cris 905 430-7250 Make a change in your life! BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR Get your certificate in just weeks. Short time and small financial outlay will find you in a career where the sky and your drive are the only lim- its. Full time days or part time eves. Classes start soon! (905)665-2488, 1-877-967-7328 protechhome.net Located in Whitby, serving Southern Ontario AZ TANKER DRIVER We Offer: •Full time employment •$19.75/hr to $22.75/hr. •.39/mile to .43/mile •6% Performance bonus •Benefits •Co. Uniform •Ongoing training You Must Provide: •5 yrs. driving exp. •U.S. exp. •Heavy haul exp. *Propane tanker exp. not required, but must be willing to train. *Mostly Ont. but some Hwy. trips. FRONTENAC Bulk Transfer Systems Inc. Tel: 905-426-3716 WITH THEIR OWN CREW OF HELPERS TRUCK & MINI-VAN OWNERS to distribute telephone directories to Ajax, Bowmanville, Cobourg, Oshawa, Port Hope & Whitby. Distributors will start on October 7, 2004. The Candidates must be available during the day. For more info, please call 1-866-881-0490 (Ref – 6103) CLASS D, F AND Z Endorsement training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721-3368 or 905- 721-3340. TRAVEL CONSULTANT-experi- enced, P/T, Sabre preferred. flex- ible, Ajax/Whitby areas. must be available evenings/weekends. fax resume to 905-683-6842 AZ & DZ DRIVERS wanted, east end carrier, immediate hire, great benefits. Call (416)292-5556 ext 235 or fax resume to 416-292-3347. BUS DRIVERS wanted, Part time days and weekends. Clean ab- stract & resume 905-428-0950 CALEDON PROPANE Looking for full time driver in established and growing company. Must have a DZ license, able to lift 50 lbs. to waist height. Clean abstract. Fax resume 905-697-0969 DRIVER WANTED, G license, full-time, "Brick" furniture deliveries. Fax resume, plus abstract (905)771-8958 DRIVER REQUIRED to operate dump truck. AZ license & clean ab- stract required. Must be able to move machinery on a float. Fax re- sume 905-686-4804. OWNER OPERATORS Wanted for busy LTL and FTL operation Percentage or Mileage. Call Joe at JAC Transportation (905)579-5959 ASSISTANT FRONT- STORE MANAGER & CASHIERS Flexibility for weekend & evening shifts. Cash & Merchandising experience an asset. Fax Ome, Shopper’s Drug Mart: 416-284-9591 30x30 NEED 30 PEOPLE BY THE 30TH. Our adv. firm has entry level positions, in customer relations, sales and marketing. If you are positive and professional, we will train. Guaranteed pay + Bonuses! Call Michelle @ 905-433-3829 Adult Route Operators for home delivery of the To r onto Star in Whitby, Ajax or Pickering. Earn up to $1200/mo. part-time. Call 1-800-804-9663 noon-8 p.m. www.canadian deliveryservice.com /careers ALARM DISPATCH OPERATOR Wanted/Ajax – full-time shift work. Will train. $8.00/hour Fax resume to 905-683-6631. CLEANER WANTED,part-time. Must be available until midnight. Experience preferred. Suit female. Apply w/resume: Impulse Fitness, 2200 Brock Rd. North. CLEANERS NEEDED for office buildings in Ajax, Pickering and Oshawa. We are looking for ma- ture, reliable people who want min- imum 15-20 hours per week. Please call (905)427-4240 or email resumes to: egledhill@jdicleaning.com COUNTRY STYLE Pickering, 1050 Brock Rd., requires full and part time front counter staff. Apply in person. IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! GENERAL LABOUR (Rotating shifts) FORK LIFT (Certified) AU TOMOTIVE QUALITY INSPECTIONS Reliable transportation needed Positions available across Durham Region. Long Term & Short positions available Oshawa Center Executive Tower Suite 203 905-434-5425 (M-F 8:00am -4:00pm) Please Bring SIN Card, references and void cheque for Direct Deposit TOP OF THE LINE PAY FOR TOP OF THE LINE WORKERS $9.50/hr Day shift $10.50/hr Night shift Large Pharmaceutical Company in Whitby seeking 50 employees ●Packaging operators ●Ability to work continental shifts(7am-7pm and 7pm-7am). ●Steel toe work boots required ●Grade 12 Diploma a must ●Clear criminal background check Call today to register and start work tomorrow 905-430-4258 WE REQUIRE LICENCED AUTO TECHNICIANS We offer: •Full benefits •Factory training •Great working environment •Busy service department You offer: •Full licence •Chrysler experience •Team player WE REQUIRE Experienced Quick Lube Tech. Please fax your complete resume along with a copy of your licence - Att: Service Manager 905-428-3463 30 GENERAL LABOURERS NEEDED FOR AJAX-PICKERING PLANT! Looking to fill morning, noon, and midnight shifts immediately! Wages start at $8/hr. Please submit resume directly to Riel (quoting Job# MAR2259) for immediate consideration. A security clearance is required for these positions. Please contact Riel for details: Office: (905) 470-3111 Fax: (905) 470-5822 E-mail: rlapointe@thepeoplebank.com Herzing Services Inc. CRUISE SHIP JOB SEMINAR coming soon to Oshawa. RSVP only. 613-741-5801 LUNCH SUPERVISOR required for Terry Fox Public School, Ajax. $12.07/hr, 11:45a.m.- 12:45p.m. 5 days a week. Contact 905-686- 2135 DOG WALKERS/PET SITTERS for Ajax/Pickering area. Must be mature, reliable, responsible and comfortable around animals. MUST have own car. Permanent part-time, mid days, 3-5 days/week. Occasional evenings and weekends. Please call (289)314-8370. CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRE- SENTATIVES - The Durham Col- lege Residence and Conference Centre is looking for friendly and positive Full Time afternoon Cus- tomer Service Representatives. Hotel exp. is preferred but not re- quired. Computer skills (Word and Excel) $8 - $9 /hour. Must be bondable. Comprehensive benefit and RRSP plan available after three months. Fax resumes to at- tention Stephanie Smith at (905) 404-8877 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. EXPERIENCED SHINGLER,own transportation required, Maxwell General Contracting, Roofing Divi- sion, (905)404-4549. F/T WAITSTAFF including weekends - mature, reliable, Smart Serve exp.Apply in person after 11am: JOE'S SPORTS BAR & BILLIARDS 2200 Brock Rd N Pickering GENERAL WAREHOUSE help required for cleaning supply company in Durham. Submit resume to Jim Carruthers, c/o UNDERWOOD'S, 410 FINLEY AV E. AJAX, ONT. L1S 2E3. Fax: 905-619-9829. Email: supplies@underwoods.ca HARVEY'S RESTAURANT now hiring full & part-time positions. Email: harveys2894@cara.com or call (905)665-9261 or mail resume to: 175 Consumers Drive, Whitby ON LAN 1C4 HOME CHILDCARE PROVIDERS needed. For more info. call Dur- ham Professional Home Daycare 905-509-1207. INSIDE SALES engineer wanted, immediately. www.silencer.biz Email: info@eiwilliams.com LAWN MAINTENANCE/Snow Re- moval Company seeking experi- enced full-time personnel for vari- ous positions. Must have license with clean abstract. Please call 905-831-1833 or fax 905-831- 2446. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thick- son) on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m MATURE,responsible wait staff required. 3-5 years experience, apply in person with resume to Lily-Lus Dinner, 1660 Kingston Rd. Pickering. MUSICIANS NEEDED -Holding auditions for dead serious musi- cians. Own jam space & vehicle an asset. Get the show on the road and call: 905-448-0354. PA RT-TIME HOUSEKEEPER wanted 5 days/week, approximate- ly 2-3 hours/day. Dog walking re- sponsibilities included. Rouge- mount & Hwy#2 416-617-7328. References required. PA RT-TIME MATURE cleaning staff required for Pickering and Ajax office/warehouse. Monday - Friday nightly after 6pm. Experi- ence required. Must be bondable, Email resume with exp. & refer- ences to: bcs2@rogers.com. PAUL WONG'S RESTAURANT requires full time dishwasher. Ap- ply in person at 376 Kingston Rd. Pickering (Kingston/Rougemount) QUALITY INSPECTORS required for various shifts in Oshawa. Own transportation an asset. Long term, pay $9.25 per hour. E-mail to: shannanw@accu-staff.com Fax: 905-720-9904 or phone 905-720- 0754 ext. 230. Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Trai n You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 Christmas help req'd START TODAY!Established company has started a brand new division. F/T positions available, all areas - Receptionist, Customer service, Sales, Marketing. Call Sara 416-751-6847. URGENT - SUPERVIS- ORS/CLEANERS NEEDED Look- ing for individuals with cleaning ex- perience for great new opportu- nities with cleaning service for resi- dential clients. $10 and up per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious inquires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. WANTED OWNER/OPERATOR's and AZ Company drivers to run mid west, south and New England states. We run all LTL paid per- centage. Also looking for AZ CITY DRIVER, paid hourly, servicing GTA and surrounding areas. Call for more information 1-888-335- 3187 WE ARE currently seeking an in- dividual with strong customer ser- vice & organizational skills. Excep- tional telephone manner req'd. Please include your salary expec- tations with your resume and email to: ebscotoronto@ebsco.com WE NEED HELP!!! Downtown warehouse comp. seeks to fill 15 full-time openings immediately. Office to warehouse. $350- $450/week to start. Training pro- vided. Call Julie (905)571-3260. WORKING FROM HOME, Work- ing in the comfort of your own home. Using your "PC". $500- $1500 p/t, $2000-$5000 f/t www.thenewestcareer.com 1-800- 494-8232 A NEW UPSCALE SPA in Ajax, seeks RMTs, Estheticians, Hair Stylists and Receptionist. Experi- ence preferred. Please call 416- 520-2054 or fax resume to: 905- 426-5153. ELEGANCE SALON SPA-AVEDA seeking Front line Customer Care Representative. Experience in cus- tomer service, public relation and sales a necessity. Must reflect a professional demeanour and have proven leadership and communi- cation skills. Hospitality and/or Ho- tel Management training an asset. Submit resumes to: 123 Athol Street Whitby L1N 3Z1 or email to: b.p@elegancesalonspa.com, www.elegancesalonspa.com HAIRDRESSER, part time, busy unisex salon in Pickering, Satur- days only. Good wages. Call Michelle or Mary (905)839-6246 HAIRSTYLIST needed in Oshawa. clientele not necessary. Call An- nette at 905-434-5800 or after 10-pm at 905-983-8118 APPLIANCE TECHNICIAN full time required immediately for Dur- ham area. Road service and in shop repairs. Valid drivers' license and clean abstract. Use of compa- ny vehicle. Benefits available, wages negotiable. Join Durham's Leading Appliance Retailer Cele- brating 50 years in Business. Pad- dy's Market, 2212 Taunton Rd. Hampton.Apply with resume or call (905)263-8369 EXPERIENCED Mig/Flux core structural steel welder/fitters re- quired for work in Oshawa area. Please fax resume to: 905-571- 7385. CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, October 06, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Womens Only Fitness Centre seeks: •CLUB MANAGER •DAYTIME RECEPTIONIST •P/T RECEPTIONIST •ACCREDITED FITNESS APPRAISER If you possess good communication skills and have a keen interest in health and fitness, fax resume to: Ms. Seleck (905) 509 -1725 SOUTHFORK AGGREGATES, is currently accepting applications for Winter Drivers: * Plow * Combo Unit *Salt Positions are available at Gormley, Baldwin, Manchester, Caledon, Maple, 400 & 9, and include live-in, call in and spares as well as clerks. Valid DZ and current abstract. Please fax your resume to: 905-985-8343 or southfork@on.aira.com WE'VE got great things in store for you! Are you looking for health and dental ben- efits & competitive wages? We are now hiring for our new store located at LIVERPOOL/BAYLY PICKERING •Full and Part Time •All positions, all shifts •Storefront & Production available We offer paid training and incentive pro- grams. Apply in person: 1750 BAYLY ST. W., PICKERING or fax resume to (905) 428-2216 "An employer you can count on" CHILD & YOUTH WORKERS Part Time To work within our foster/group homes located in the Durham Region area serving children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Minimum of a Child and Youth Worker Diploma is required. Knowledge of crisis intervention, anger management, computer skills and clinical skills an asset. Potential for full time. Please submit resumes to: STOREY HOMES 209 BOND STREET EAST, OSHAWA, ONTARIO. LIG 1B4 OR FAX TO: (905) 434-1775 email: donstorey@storeyhomes.ca D rop in t o d a y! 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No phone calls please NEEDED IMMEDIATELY GENERAL LABOURERS Durham Region, All shifts available Machine Operators, Packagers Punch Press Operators, assemblers Some locations not accessible by public transit. Steel toed shoes required Apply in person to: Global Human Resource Centre 15 Harwood Ave S, Suite 202 Ajax (south of Hwy 2) Between 9am-3pm NEEDED IMMEDIATELY GENERAL LABOURERS ($8 & up) For Durham Region, All shifts available Steel toed safety shoes required. Some locations not accessible by public transit. Apply weekdays 9am-3pm to: Global Human Resource Centre 15 Harwood Ave S, Suite 202 Ajax (just south of Highway #2) COMFORT INN Pickering Hiring Immediately WEEKEND/ AUDITOR Flexible and reliable individual required Resumes can be dropped off at 533 Kingston Rd., Pickering or Fax: 905-831-6025 OWASCO NEEDED Professional Sales Manager for Audi Sales Experience a must. Immediate Start. Very competitive compensation package. Fax or email resume to: Bob Verwey (905) 579-5802 bob.verwey@owasco.com NOW HIRING Light Industrial workers for all shifts. Please fax to (905)743-9921 or e-mail jobs@phoenixquality.com No Phone Calls Please Full-Time General Labourers Required for Yard Work Day shift 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Must Provide Own Safety Boots Starting Rate $8.50 per hour Some heavy lifting required. Please apply in person @ Lennox Drum Limited 233 Fuller Road Ajax, ON Herbal Magic is seeking professional compassionate career oriented individuals to provide weight management counselling in a clinic setting. Phone and sales experience are an asset. Full time applicants only. Call 905-432-6999 KIDS! KIDS! KIDS! ~~ Ages 2+ ~~ Wanted for TV & Movie Jobs! No Fees! Men/Women 16-65 yrs. Needed for same! No extras. Parents call: (416)221-3829 Immediate Opening for a CNC Set Up Person Fast paced, growing company has an immedi- ate opening for a CNC Set Up Person with a min. 5 yrs. experience working with CNC Lathes, Machining Centres, Manual Lathes and Drill Presses. The ability to read and edit G code, Conversational a and Indramat programs would be an asset. Ability to read blueprints and use measuring equipment is required. Familiar- ity with ISO and TS Standards. Starting rate $20.08 and hour with excellent benefits after 3 months.This position involves shift work. Fax resume for Attn. of: Machine Shop Supervisor 905-668-0235 Maintenance Mechanic:for midnight shift with a minimum of 5 years of related experience, is required. Electrical experience is definite asset. If you are a talented, well organized self starter, able to work with minimum supervision, and are looking for opportunity, Fleming offers you an attractive compensation and benefit package and challenging work environment. Send your resume to; H.R. Dept., Fleming, 20 Barr Road, Ajax, Ont. L1S 3X7 or Fax 905-427-1527 or email; hrdept@flemingdoor.com We regret but only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. We supply: • New and used combined opportunity • High traffic volume • Excellent pay plan and G.M. career builders • Comprehensive benefit package and dental plan • Individual Personal Computer • Strong supportive management team • Comfortable working atmosphere • Outstanding service department You supply: • Strong work ethic • Good closing and follow-up skills • Career aspirations • Total customer commitment • Experience retailing automobiles 166 King St. E. Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3Z2 Tel: (905) 623-3396 Fax: (905) 623-7761 Cowan PONTIAC BUICK GMC Trucks For a very confidential interview, please call Murray O’Brien or John-Paul Craig at (905) 623-3396 Cowan Pontiac Buick LTD requires a career salesperson for their growing new and used car and truck department. We have just experienced our best year ever and with Clarington being one of the fastest growing communities in Canada, this spells opportunity for you! SALESPERSON Marigold Ford Lincoln requires SALES PROFESSIONALS We offer: •Great pay with profit sharing •Full benefits including demo •Excellent working environment For confidential interview please contact: Ron Dobbin @ 905-668-5893 OPTICAL STAFF for great optometry clinic in Markham. Immediate. Full time. Top pay. Experience preferred. No weekend hours. Fax resume 905-471-1763 2 PART TIME Ontario Certified Teachers required teaching adults during the day in Pickering & Oshawa. Enthusiasm, flexibility, comfortable teaching Math & English. Teaching Certificate a must. Ph. Rosana: 905-420-9930 FAST PACED growing propane company requires licensed G2 Gas Technician. Fax resume to 905-697-0969. HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIAN. required immediately for commer- cial and residential service. Gas fit- ter 1 min. CofQ and ODP certifi- cate required. Excellent people skills, professional appearance and clean driving record. Excellent compensation packages, health benefits, on going company paid training, company vehicle. Contact Michael (905) 683-0380 or fax re- sume to (905) 683-3377. LICENSED CARPENTER required immediately for local industrial construction company. Full-time, experienced need only apply. Call (905)391-5149 or fax resume to 905-668-8284. MECHANIC req'd for busy Picker- ing automotive shop. Fax resume 905-831-4918 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 TECHNICAL support team re- quires individuals with a minimum three years experience in con- struction or related fields. Diploma in Architectural Technology and an understanding of Engineered Wood Products required. Fax re- sume to 905-885-6745. FULL-TIME BOOKKEEPER/OF- FICE manager required in Picker- ing. Must be proficient in Quick- books Pro (incl. multi-currency) and Microsoft Excel. Fax resume and salary expectations to (905) 428-8395. Only candidates selected for interview will be con- tacted. PA RT-TIME (2 days/week) A/R for office in downtown Oshawa. Knowledge of Pharmacy/Manual Drug Plan Submissions an asset. Please fax resume to Ed Helm at Lovell Drugs Ltd. 905-723-1421. REAL ESTATE SECRETARY,fa- miliar with P.C. Law, Electronic Registration & Conveyancer for a well established Pickering/Ajax Law firm. Salary commensurate with skill level. Fax resume to; 905-839-3596. SALES, ADVANCED COMMIS- SIONS.Work from home, F/T P/T. A needed service, no competition, established NYSE Company. Dia- na Thompson 416-244-5858. AVON Join the ranks of the self-employed. Earn your Christmas Money now. 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Call Sien Eikens By appointment (905)983-5279. Open Houses:Sunday October 10th, 2-4pm October 17th, 2-4pm October 24th, 2-4pm 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 fabulous views of the lake and access to the lake in a prestigious development. Call (905) 424-3086 or e-mail to: rick@fourteenestates.com 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y Cr 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 ax ap artm e n t s .co m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments starting at $700. ●Renovated suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Tenant free rent draw & rewards program ●Senior Discounts Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 FOUR SEASON,four bedroom, executive home/cottage, 3,000 sq.ft. on 1.7 aces on a small trout lake in the Haliburton Highlands. Ve ry private, Asking $299,900 call (905)432-7538 100 ACRES, TOWNSHIP of Fara- day, 5 minutes from Bancroft, prime hunting property. Log cabin, pond & creek. Asking $85,000. 1- 604-855-4663 SHEFFIELD LAKE,2 hrs. 2.1 acres, 203 ft., waterfront, miles of crown, fish, hunt, $59,900. Terms $372.77 month. 613-541-9629 ESTABLISHED USED car lot, dis- play up to 100 cars, with office, signs, lights, hight traffic , #2 Hwy. Whitby. call (905)725-1171, 1-336- 210-9828. PROPERTY FOR LEASE,Port Perry. including a restaurant. Live- in quarters up stairs. Super loca- tion. Lots of parking. (905)985- 3601. Owner's retiring. 1800 SQ. FT.industrial space, Oshawa. Available immediately. $1100 monthly. 905-576-0498 or 905-725-9503. FIRE YOUR BOSS-Learn to earn $1,000- $5,000 weekly working from home. 1-800-661-3251 (1 minute message) MOBILE LUBE/OIL/FILTER Busi- ness for sale. (Lube 2 Go). NO franchise fee. 95 Chev van and equipment included. $15,000. 905- 260-LUBE (5823) for details. RESTAURANT FOR LEASE - Po rt Perry. 2400 sq. ft. Call 905- 985-3490 or email: dawnhottot@sprint.ca Well established, well known auto repair centre located in downtown Oshawa. Well equipped with es- tablished clientele. Annual sales approx $360,000 per year. Price has been lowered from $149,900 to $89,900 to facilitate a quick sale. This is an excellent opportu- nity. (905)571-5138 WORK AT HOME $529.27 Week- ly. Mail work, Assemble products or Computer work. (416)703- 5655. 24hr message. www.The- HomeJob.ca Or write: Consumer, 599B Yonge Street, #259-222, To- ronto. M4Y 1Z4. PITA PIZZAZ.Dynamic healthy food restaurant franchise. Excep- tional location available. Wal-Mart Power Centre in Whitby. High traf- fic. 1-877-602-7482 ext. 26. $$$ Mortgage Money $$$for any reason. 1st, 2nds to 100% oac. Arrears, consolidations, power of sale, previous bankrupts, self- employed, commission sales. All applications processed. Call AMS at 905-436-9292 or toll free 877- 509-LOAN (8626). online applica- tion: www.accuratemortgages.com $$MONEY$$100% 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages. Bad credit ok. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. $$MONEY$$100% 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages. Bad credit ok. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. 100 FAMILIES WANTED - to become debt free. Must have mortgage and debts. Debt Freedom Canada Inc. To Register call: 1-800-590-7203 ext. 2062. 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 1ST/2ND MORTGAGE below bank rate. Buy a home 0% down. Personal loans / Line of credit. Metrocap, 416-455-1743; 905- 831-2354. APPLY ON LINE - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAGES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Den- nis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consoli- date your debts. Lowest rates pos- sible for residential or commer- cial.Credit issues, self employed, i will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. 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 GOOD OR BAD CREDIT,we can get you a mortgage. No dnpmt. or closing costs money we can help. Consolidate all your bills into your mortgage for one low monthly pmt. Call us the fast professional ser- vice. Mortgage Intelligence 905- 426-2900. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 1 & 2 BDRM. & HOUSE,Oshawa. Hardwood floors, free parking. No pets. $700/$750 inclusive. First & last. House, 5 rooms & full basement, references, no pets. Available November 1st. 905-723-1647, 905-720-9935. 1 BDRM.,basement, laundry, cable, utilities included. Near shop- ping centre, bus route, separate entrance, C/A, no smoking/pets, $700./mo, first/last, Available im- mediately (905)743-6207, appoint- ment 1 BRIGHT CLEAN newer base- ment apt, Courtice Rd/Nash, hard- wood, good parking, no smok- ing/pets avail immediately. $750/mo first/last. (905)438-8938 leave message. 1-BDRM APT., Central Oshawa, parking, private entrance, gas fire- place, $725/mo inclusive. Avail. Nov. 1st. No dogs. First/last. (905)213-6593 1-BDRM walkout bsmt, Oshawa, Bloor/Grandview. On bus route, close to shopping. Quiet neigh- bourhood. No smoking/pets. Sin- gle professional preferred. $700/mo inclusive. First/last. Nov. 1st. (905)432-0937, (905)767- 4140 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, Rossland/Cochrane. Newly renovated, extremely clean. Quiet court, private entrance, A/C, appli- ances, laundry. First/last, no pets/smoking, $800 inclusive. Available Nov. or Dec. 1st. 905- 665-3314. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., separate entrance, includes all util- ities,cable, laundry, near all amen- ities, $800/month. Suit profession- al non-smoker. No pets. Available immediately. (905)428-2653 or 416-254-7293 1-BEDROOM PLUS den, base- ment apt., in adult family home. Single professional preferred. All utilities & cable included. $800/month, available Dec. 1st. (905)831-6289. 1-BEDROOM,$725/month, avail- able immediately. 1-bedroom $775, available Nov 1st. In clean, quiet, well-maintained building. 2- bedroom, available Dec 1st. $895/month. (905)721-0831 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 ONE BEDROOM apartments. Excellent location, close to down- town Oshawa. Clean, quiet. No smoking. Parking. First/last, refer- ences. $695 and $750. For appt. leave message 905-434-7012. 2-BEDROOM basement, sauna, Jacuzzi, separate entrance, $1000/month all inclusive, first/last. Available November 1st. No smok- ing/pets. Near all amenities. Call 905-686-5782. 2-BEDROOM, PICKERING,sep- arate entrance, laundry. Close to shopping, no smoking/pets. First/last, all inclusive $700. Avail- able Nov 1st. (905)619-9634 3-BDRMS + LOFT.Main floor of house. Pickering, Liverpool/Bay- ly, separate entrance, laundry, parking, near schools, GO, bus/mall. Available November 1st. $1250/mo+ 1/2 utilities, (nego- tiable). Call (416)878-5534 AJAX CHURCH/HWY. 2 Large 2- bdrm $950 includes utilities, plus parking. Available Nov 1st, in clean,quiet bldg.905-426-1161 3-BEDROOM BEAUTIFUL main floor bungalow, Liverpool/Bayly, hardwood floors, 4-appliances, central-air, newly decorated, well maintained, steps to mall and GO, ample parking, half utilities, no smoking/dogs. $1175/month 416- 924-6796. AJAX Bachelor, 1 Bed. avail. immediately Parking, close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 416-562-0186. AJAX 2-BEDROOM,separate en- trance, parking, Kingston/Chap- man. Available Nov/Dec 1st. $750 near amenities. Call 8pm 416- 560-8858, 416-278-3487, anytime (905)619-1531, leave message. AJAX Old Harwood/Hwy 2 brand new 2-bedroom legal basement apt. Partially furnished, own laun- dry, No pets/smoking avail imme- diately. $950-inclusive. 905-427- 9734 ask for Chico AJAX,Immaculate 2-bedroom basement apt. Large, 4 newer ap- pliances, newly renovated bath- room, 2-parking, close to schools/shopping. $800/mo + 1/2 utilities. Avail. mid Sept. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24 or eve/wknds 905-442-0020 AJAX, 1-BDRM spacious base- ment apt., newly decorated, separ- ate entrance, laundry, parking, $750 plus utilities. Available imme- diately, no smoking/pets. (905)683-8588, (289)314-9945 AJAX,HARWOOD/CLOVER- RIDGE -Luxurious 2 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, newly ren- ovated, 5 appliances, professional- ly decorated. A must see. $900/incl. Avail. now. Call 416- 657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca AJAX,Hwy 2/Hardwood. 1-bed- room basement, separate walkout, parking. Suitable for single, work- ing person. Available now. No smoking/pets. $650/inclusive, first/last. (905)428-2503. AJAX, LARGE bright 2-bedroom walkout basement, family & stor- age room, eat-in kitchen, fridge, stove, utilities included. First/last, Single or couple preferred. No pets. $950/month. October 1st. (905)686-8469 AJAX,new 1-bedroom, walkout basement, bright open concept, pergo floors, own laundry, Parking $750 including util. Call 416-568- 6382 or 905-420-5789. AJAX-quiet new 1-bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, shared laundry, parking, central vac, cable $800/month in- clusive, no smoking/pets, avail- able Nov.1st 905-619-2119 AJAX-401/WESTNEY.1-bedroom basement apt. sep. entrance, liv- ing/dining area, kitchen, wash- room, parking, cable, util. included. $700/mo. Available Nov. 1st. First/last/credit-check. Non-smok- ing/pets. (905)683-6475 AJAX/PICKERING - 2-bedroom basement apts. Large, 4 applianc- es, parking, close to schools, shopping. $800/mo + 1/2 utilities. Avail. Oct. 1st . Call Richard - Days 416-865-7864 even- ings/weekends 905-686-9662. ALEXANDRA PARK,Oshawa. 1 & 2 bedroom newer apts., "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchens, baths, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park view. Near Hospital. (905)579-9439. ATTRACTIVE newly renovated 2 bedroom apts, $835/mo. inclusive. Laundry, balcony, parking, ap- pliances included. Available im- mediately. 1-800-486-9826, Vic- toria & Brock St. 2 bedroom $875 inclusive. 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 $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, North Oshawa 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Triplex. First/last/references required. No pets. Lynn, (905)925-3200 or (905)436-6886. BLOOR ST. EAST Oshawa (Conveniently located near No Frills)- 1 bed. apt, hardwood, $645+ hydro (approx. $30/mo); 2 bedrooms $745+hydro($50/mo) avail. immed. First/last/1-parking. Immaculate, nice, well-maintained, bright, clean. Laundry, small build- ings. Bus stop at door. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE,1 bedroom apartment, walkout to backyard. Gas fireplace, newly renovated. $650/inclusive. Available Novem- ber 1st. (905)697-3026 or (905)429-7144. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BROCK/DELBROOK,Pickering. Large 1300sq.ft. 3-bedroom base- ment apt., separate entrance, Cable included, free parking. Avail- able immediately. 416-854-2969 BSMT APT. OSHAWA (Central Pk./Adelaide) 1-bdrm 900sq.ft. newly renovated, sep entrance. Heat, hydro, parking included. No smoking, pets $775/month first/last, references required. Available immediately. 905-720- 1723 CHURCH/DELANEY Bright, spa- cious 2-bedroom basement, sep entrance, sep laundry parking, cable, utilities included. $850/mo. Avail immediately (905)426-5295 CLEAN 1-BEDROOM $720/month, 2-bedroom $790/month, newly decorated. Util- ities included. Simcoe and Mill ar- ea, small quiet apt. building. Call for an appointment. (905)579- 9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. DOWNTOWN OSHAWA 3 bdrms, $1250 all inclusive, references and credit check. Indoor pool. No smoking. No pets. Available imme- diately. 905-697-3855 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - Two bed- room apartment available. $995 all inclusive. Available Nov. lst. Phone 905-430-7903. EXCLUSIVE SPLIT LEVEL, 2 bdrm. apt. approx. 800 sq. ft., 1388 Lakefield St., Oshawa. Im- maculate condition, $750+utilities, first/last, avail. immediately. No smoking/pets. 905-579-9714. FURNISHED 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment. Suit 1-person. Bright and clean home, separate entrance, cable, utilities, laundry. References needed. No smok- ing/pets. (905)839-5447 LARGE 1 bedroom. Large living- room, kitchen, shared laun- dry/workroom. Private bathroom with shower. Carpeted. Lots of storage, Shared driveway. Beauti- ful private backyard. AC. $700-incl. except cable/phone. OG Hospital, O'Neill HS. References. 905-728- 0934. LARGE BASEMENT APART- MENT.Walkout, Whites/Bayly, own laundry, living room, dining room w/fireplace, eat-in kitchen. No pets. Available immediately. Call Frank 905-831-1979. LAWLOR COURT CO-OP,777 Oxford St., Oshawa is accepting applications for 2 bdrm apts. Appli- cations available at Community Centre North Parking Lot in com- plex. Sorry, no subsidies available. New N/E OSHAWA furnished, 800-sq.ft. Alarm, cable, private ent, central vac/air, patio, parking, suit- able for one, no pets-smoking. $730-incl. (905)725-0382 NICE & AIRY,2 bed. basement apt. in old part of Whitby, laundry facilities. All inclusive, $800/mo., Available Nov. 1st. No smok- ing/pets. Call Kevin for appt. for viewing (905)665-5320 NO SMOKING/NO PETS - One bedroom basement apt. available now. Appliances, laundry, Twynn/Rivers-Altona, Pickering $750/mo/first/last. 1-parking. (905)509-4749 NORTH OSHAWA -Mary/Ross- land, 2-bdrm. bsmt, $900/mo. incl. all util. & high-spd internet. Private entrance, self contained, parking, shared laundry, non smokers, no pets, avail. Nov.1, 905-723-6959. NORTH OSHAWA,2-bedroom basement apartment, large windows, wood-lament and ceram- ic. Great neighborhood. Available immediately. $850/inclusive. Call day 416-431-8385 or 905-887-5923. ONE BEDROOM apt, $825, laun- dry, parking, close to all amenities. Pickering area. available. Nov. 1. (905)686-3344. ONE BEDROOM BACHELOR, new basement, Ajax, Ross- land/Harwood, Sep, entrance, parking, utilities included, no pets/smoking. Avail. immediately. first/last required. refer, $600 (905)426-7692. OSHAWA -304 Simcoe S., 17 Quebec St., older apartment build- ings. 1-bdrm apts. $620, heat/ hydro included 2 bed. apt. $700. Bachelor apt. from $400. Avail. immed. Stephen 905-576-8699 or 905-259-5796. OSHAWA 1000SQ.FT.1-bed- room, smokers/pet owners need not ply. extremely large living & bedroom, residential neighbour- hood, available immediately. Util- ities, cable included. (905)259- 7118 OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558- 2622 . OSHAWA CENTER area, 2 bed- room basement apt. in luxury area. $850 monthly all inclusive. first/. last, no pets, call Roger (416)841- 1812 OSHAWA HOSPITAL - Mary/Ade- laide area. 1-bedroom, upper, large, 2-levels, 6-rooms, private laundry, 2-bathrooms, 1-parking, $800/month inclusive, 1st/last, call 905-668-8867, 9-5 p.m. &/or leave message. OSHAWA KING/RITSON bright, clean 1-bedroom main floor apt in century home, excellent location, near downtown, parking, laundry. $750 incl. (416)951-2236. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 2, & 3-bedrooms available. Well maintained build- ing. Near all amenities. From only $825/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA, 1-BDRM bsmt. Brand new, desirable N/E location, King/Harmony. $700/mo inclusive, cable, a/c, shared laundry, separ- ate entrance, parking. No smok- ing/pets. First/last, references. available mid-Oct/Nov 1st. (905)721-8771 OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM APT., near OC (Adelaide/Park), new car- pets, freshly painted, well man- aged, parking, quiet building, appli- ances included. All inclusive, $825/month. Laundry facilities available. Avail. immediately. 905- 723-0424 OSHAWA,King/Wilson, avail. im- mediately or Nov.1, newly renovat- ed bright 1-bdrm bsmt apt. Separ- ate entrance, c/a, 4pc bath, cable, laundry. No smoking/pets, $725/mo inclusive. First/last. (905)404-8335 OSHAWA,large 2 bedroom base- ment apartment, cac, mature pro- fessional preferred, non smok- ing/no pets. Can be semi fur- nished, $875 per month inclusive. Nov. lst. lst/last. (905)430-1478 OSHAWA, LARGE BRIGHT 1- bedroom raised apt. in bungalow, $750/month inclusive. Available November 1st. No smoking/pets. Call Chris or Lee (905)728-7693 between 9am-9pm OSHAWA,large bright, 1 bedroom apt,. lower level of house, private entrance, backyard, driveway, quiet residential area, Nov. 1st. $625 all inclusive, (905)434-2914. OSHAWA,near 401/Park, large 1 bedroom bright basement, very clean, parking, laundry facilities. $700 all inclusive, first/last, refer- ences, avail. Nov.1. No pets/smok- ing . (905)434-5149. PICKERING -Brock Rd. & Del- brook. Private, newly renovated, large, bright, 2 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Private entrance and laundry. $900 + 1/3 utilities. Avail. immedi- ately. No pets/smoking. 905-427- 3680. Pickering - WHITES/401 2-Bed- room Basement Apartment, Separ- ate Entrance, Shared Laundry, Parking, Available Immediately, $875.00 including Heat/Hydro, First/Last, Non-Smoking 416-428- 3537 PICKERING -2-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, separate en- trance, available November 1st, $850 plus. Own laundry and park- ing, cable included. (416)566-2542 PICKERING 1-BEDROOM base- ment apt., close to Rouge and lake Separate entrance, shared laundry, parking, no smoking/pets, $700/inclusive, first/last. (905)509-6885 PICKERING 2-bedroom spacious basement apt., separate entrance, parking, AC, no pets, Shepherd & Rosebank. First & last. Rizvi (905)839-1784, cell 416-558-1784. PICKERING 3-bdrm main floor, 4 appliances, 2-parking, close to schools, shopping/GO. $1100 + 1/2 utilities. Avail. Nov. 1st. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24 or eve/wknds 905-442-0020 PICKERING Bayly/Liverpool. 1 bedroom basement apt., all inclu- sive, parking, no smoking/pets. Separate entrance, $750. (905)839-4353 PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly. large, bright, one-bedroom base- ment apt, shared laundry, parking, storage, steps to GO, avail. Nov 1, $800/mo-inclusive, Call (905)420- 2104 PICKERING Major Oak/Brock . 2- bedroom basement apt close to school, bus stop, PTC. sep en- trance, laundry, 1 parking $850/mo includes utilities. Available immedi- ately,. (905)426-3691 PICKERING Major Oak/Brock . 2- bedroom basement apt close to school, bus stop, PTC. sep en- trance, laundry, 1 parking $850/mo includes utilities. Available immedi- ately,. (905)426-3691 PICKERING self-contained 1-bed- room basement apartment. Close to major transportation/shopping centre, quiet neighborhood. Sep- arate entrance, parking, utilities included. Non-smoking. $700/month, available immediate- ly. (905)839-6176 PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM base- ment apt., across from Go train, all appliances, no pets, no smoking in or out. Adults preferred. Available immediately. $750/month, first/last. (905)831-1836 leave message. PICKERING,Dixie/Glenanna, large bright 1-bdrm bsmt. Separate entrance, parking, full bath, cable, laundry incl. No smoking/pets. First/last. $750/mo inclusive. Call after 6pm (905)421-0290 PICKERING,Fairport Rd, 1-bed- room, walkout basement, avail- able. immediately, $800 first/last, 3pc. bath, no laundry/ smok- ing/pets., Sep entrance. bus route. Students welcome.(905)420-5376 PICKERING, FINCH/BROCK, Ve ry clean, bright, spacious 2-bed- room basement, separate w/o en- trance, A/C, 4-appliances, cable, $870+1/3 utilities. Immediate- ly/Nov. 1st. First/last, references. No pets/smoking. (416)727-1084 PICKERING, MUST SEE! 1-bed- room basement, very clean, full kitchen, bathroom, cable, share laundry, no smoking/pets. Female preferred. Immediate, $750 inclu- sive. (905)509-2737 PICKERING-New large one bed- room basement apt. Separate en- trance, 5 appliances, own laundry. Additional small room, parking, a/c, available November lst. No smoking/pets. Finch/Whites Rd. $950/mo. inclusive. First/last. Ref- erences. (905)831-0870 PICKERING- Whites/401, clean bright 1-bed. basement apt., sep- arate entrance, full kitchen, air, laundry, parking, cable+, utilities included. Non-smoker, first/last, Nov. 1st. $800/mo. (905)837-0227 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 ST. N.1 - one bedroom, 3 - two bedroom units, Oshawa, air, 5 appliances, Luxury apart- ments, 1 bed $1280. plus parking, 2 bedrooms $l,460. plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 SIMCOE STREET,north Oshawa, luxurious 2 bdrm apt., New bath- room, kitchen & appliances, No pets, immediate possession. Call 905-431-2248 or fax a note 905- 882-9157. STUDIO WALKOUT basement apt. 4 pc bath, full kitchen, shared laundry, $600 inclusive, Available immediately. Call (905)426-9471 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available November 1st. Conveniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM basement apt. Sep. entrance, close to amenities. Includes parking, appliances, laun- dry fac., available immediately, $825./mo. Non-smoker preferred. Near Salem Rd. Ajax. (905)428- 7443 UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Harwood/Bayly 2-bedrooms, $985/month. Renovated units. Call 310-7000. UXBRIDGE new townhouse/apart- ment rentals. 2 bedroom, 4 appli- ances, air conditioning, patios/gar- den, parking, storage. Only 2 left. (905) 852-4777 WHITBY - Available immediately, 1 bedroom, $740 all inclusive. Of- fice hours 9 - 5 Monday - Friday (905)666-4589. WHITBY 1-BEDROOM apartment, lower level, quiet triplex, 27 ft. liv- ing room, eat in kitchen, walk out to private deck, full bath, laundry, parking, no smoking, Novem- ber/December 1st. $775 inclusive. (905) 852-5264. WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom suites. Low rise building, park like setting, balcony or patio. Close to down- town. In-suite storage. All util. incl. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY,one bedroom apt., in- cludes separate entrance, parking, fireplace, air, No Smoking/pets, utilities included $725. Suit single. (905)666-6555 WHITBY,quiet spacious 1-bdrm. Single person preferred. Walk to GO, $850/mo inclusive. No pets. 1-parking. Avail. immediately. First/last. (905)665-1678 WHITBY- Dundas and Brock, Main floor of triplex- 2 bedrooms, fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. Nov 1st. $950/inclusive. (905)983-9082. WHITES/FINCH Large 1-bedroom basement apartment. Private En- trance, Parking & laundry. Single professional preferred non-smok- er. $850/month. Available immedi- ately. Please call 905-420-4233 3-BEDROOM Condo/Townhouse, North Oshawa, 4-appliances, 1-parking, close to shopping/bus. $850/month plus hydro & cable. First/last. Available Novem- ber 1st. Adam (905)728-2357 BOBCAYGEON,Regency Point, 2-bedroom condo. 3 baths, 2 fire- places, hardwood flooring, view of locks, walking distance to amen- ities. Deaded retirement commu- nity. Henry (705)738-2211. HWY 2 /WESTNEY,3 bedroom condo, 5 appliances, en suit laun- dry, parking, avail. Nov.1, $1400 per month. No pets, Lakeview, (905)831-2210. ONE BEDROOM condo, Pickering luxury Tridel, open concept, 5-appliances, no smoking/pets, $1200 per month, first/last, credit check/references, avail. Nov.1, 905-728-9706. OSHAWA CONDO,2 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, ensuite storage room, huge balcony, recreation facilities, 24 hr. security. Satellite, under- ground parking, $1050 inclusive. November lst. possession. Call (905) 576-3830 for appointment. Pickering the Millennium-2 bed- room, en suit laundry, 5 applianc- es, parking, no pets, avail. Nov.1, $1600, Deluxe condo. (905)831- 2210. 3 bedroom, small guest house, close to downtown Oshawa. Large yard, $1300+utilities. Call Mary 905-432-3586. 3 PLUS 1-BEDROOM,King/Wil- son area, first/last required, no pets, $1050/mo utilities not includ- ed, $200 water deposit required. Available Nov.1. (905)430-0249 3-BEDROOM HOUSE,Pickering, excellent condition, new flooring and paint throughout. Clean, bright, 5 appliances, yard, garage, central air, available immediately. $1250/month. (905)428-2015 3-BEDROOM SEMI, in Bowman- ville, newly renovated, 5 applianc- es, close to all amenities. $1095+ Available Oct 15th or Nov. 1st. (905)623-8883. 5-BEDROOM HOUSE Bowman- ville, 4 baths (2 ensuites), main- floor laundry, finished rec room, $1800 plus utilities. Many extras, available immediately. (905)623- 2320 A 3 bedroom house, Ajax, excel- lent condition, clean, bright, spa- cious, available immediately, $1250 per month plus utilities, Rick 905-426-7751. ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000 plus family income and good credit. Short of down pay- ment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re Max Spirit (905) 728- 1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX - 4 bedroom home, Novem- ber lst. Includes finished base- ment, appliances, close to all amenities, schools, quiet family neighbourhood, no smoking, no pets. $1,650 plus utilities. Call (416) 616-3770 or (905) 428-9964. AJAX Westney/Hwy 2.. 3-bdrm, 5 appliances, air, finished basement, garage, no pets/smoking. Avail- able immediately. $1350+utilities. References, first/last. (905)837- 8035 AJAX,quiet neighbourhood, 3- bedroom, garage, 5 new applianc- es, a/c, spacious, clean, steps to amenities. Nov 1st. $1200+ util- ities. First/last. (905)426-7770 NEWLY RENOVATED 2/3-bed- room house, in Oshawa, applianc- es, available October 15th. $1050 plus utilities. Call (416)695-4667 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, October 06, 2004, PAGE 11 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com THE DURHAM CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Pre-Qualifications CONTRACTORS FOR WINTER MAINTENANCE The Board proposes to contract snow re- moval services for various sites in the Dur- ham Region. This contract is scheduled to be tendered in late October 2004. The term of the contract will be two (2) years thus ending by spring of year 2006. In order to be eligible to bid the Project, Contractors must first pre-qualify. Tender submissions will only be accepted from those contrac- tors who have successfully pre-qualified. Contractors interested in pre-qualifying for bidding on these projects are requested to submit a pre-qualification proposal which must include all of the following: 1. Equipment list. 2. Letter from insurance company indicating insurance limits. 3. Résumé of qualification and experience, including references in snow removal from ICI sites. Contractors interested in tendering are ad- vised that experience in expediting this type of work is mandatory. An invited list will be completed based upon references and experience. The Dur- ham Catholic District School Board reserves the right at its sole discretion, to determine which contractors meet the qualification re- quirements without explanation or notifica- tion. Contractors who do not receive an in- vitation to the mandatory pre-tender meet- ing by Thursday, October 28 and Friday, October 29, 2004 are considered not quali- fied at this time. Sealed pre-qualification proposals must be clearly marked “2002 Winter Maintenance Pre-Qualifications” and be delivered no lat- er than 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 20, 2004 to: The Durham Catholic District School Board 652 Rossland Road West Oshawa, ON L1J 8M7 ATTENTION: Steve Fujimura Supervisor of Purchasing Services Facsimile submissions will not be accepted M.A. Martin Patricia A. Manson Chairman of the Board Director of Education NOTICE OF BANKRUPTCY AND FIRST MEETING OF CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE BANK- RUPTCY OF FRANK SAMUEL STYBA CURRENTLY CARRYING ON BUSI- NESS CARRYING ON BUSINESS AS ABLE PALLET, BOTH OF THE CITY OF PICKERING, IN THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM, IN THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO, SELF EMPLOYED. Notice is hereby given that the bank- ruptcy of Frank Samuel Styba carry- ing on business as Able Pallet oc- curred on the lst day of October, 2004, and that the first meeting of creditors will be held on Wednesday the 20th day of October, 2004 at the hour of 11:00 o'clock in the forenoon at the office of the Trustee, 1550 Kingston Road, Suite 210, Pickering, Ontario. Dated at the City of Pickering in the Province of Ontario, this 5th day of October, 2004. IRVING A. BURTON LIMITED TRUSTEE 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 210 Pickering, Ontario LIV 1C3 Telephone : (905) 839-8981 A Licensed Agency Please call: 905-686-2328 When Only The Best Will Do! Wo rking as partners with parents and Providers, Wee Watch caters to the growth and development of children in a safe, home environment. • Stimulating Daily Programs • Unscheduled Home Visits • Income Tax Receipts • Full and Part Time Care Toronto International Centre November 5-7, 2004 Oshawa Civic Auditorium October 15-17, 2004 Richmond Hill Sports Centre October 23-24, 2004 Craft & Decorating ShowCraft & Decorating Show Vendors WantedVendors Wanted For info call Lisa (905) 426-4676 ext. 227 (905) 426-4676 ext. 227 Christmas Craft & Collectible Show VENDORS WANTED Kingsway College, Oshawa Sunday, November 28, 2004 10am - 4 p.m. Please call Lisa (905)426-4676 ext.227 lmatthews@durhamregion.com CRAFTERS WANTED! For the This Week Home Show at the Civic Auditorium October 29 -31st $250 per vendor. Contact Devon 905-579-4473 ext. 2236 VENDORS WANTED! For the This Week Home Show at the Civic Auditorium October 29 -31st Contact 905-579-4473 ext. 2236 (Devon) or 2215 (Wendy) GARAGE/YARD SALE PRICING: This size $49.00 +GST runs Friday Ajax Pickering News Advertiser Deadline: 2:30 Thursday More info. 905-683-0707 AUCTION Kahn Auction Centre 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles North of Hwy. 401 exit 399) THURSDAY OCT.7th Start 6:30 p.m. Preview 5:00 p.m. •10 pc. mah. diningroom suite (cir. 1930) •9 pc. Chippendale cherry diningroom suite - retail value $11,000. •Several quality bedoom & diningroom suites •Huge selection of antiques •New furniture liquidation •Leather sofa selloff, •Carpets & Ltd. Edition art Victor Brewda Auctioneer 905-683-0041 THANKSGIVING ESTATE AUCTION Grist Mill Auction Centre Newtonville Monday, Oct.11th 10:00 a.m. Selling the attractive estate of the late Dar- cy and Betty Smith, from Newcastle: Leather chesterfields and chair (by Lazy Boy), chesterfield, loveseat and chair, leather br. loveseat, 8 pc. dining room suite, marble top sideboard, curio cabinets - one corner, grandfather clock/curio cabi- net, two sets - four piece coffee/end/sofa tables - wood/glass, slate/glass, oak buf- fet hutch, oak rd. table, 6 hoop back chairs, oak serving cart, sm. oak tables, sm. oak cabinet, oak roll top desk, high end execu- tive desk and credenza, 3 section wall unit, oak 5 attractive bedroom suite, 7-8 pc. white canopy French provincial bedroom suite, 6 pc. oak single bedroom suite, tele- visions one 60" stereo equipment, slate bumper/poker table, trunks, chests, prints, paintings, signed Walter Campbell, china, glass, lamps, brass pcs. Selection of model tall ships and nautical items, lawn furniture, cement pcs., washer and dryer, poulan 16 hp riding lawnmower, push mowers, wheelbarrow, ladder etc. etc. Check the website for updates Preview after 8 a.m. Te rms: Cash, Approved Cheques; Visa; M/C, Interac Auctioneers Frank & Steve Stapleton, Newtonville 905-786-2244 www.stapletonauctions.com "estate specialists since 1971" AUCTION SALE Mechanic's Tools & Household Contents Sunday Oct. 10th, 9:30 AM (Viewing 8:30) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO.Take 115 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features shop tools from an Oshawa Estate - tool chests, air com- pressors, storage cabinets, complete line of older mechanical tools, box trailer, grinder, 289 Ford Motor on stand, misc. Ford parts, hardware nuts, bolts, fasteners etc. All selling at 9:30, followedby household contents & collectables, found in & around the home. Misc. furniture, quantity of craft supplies, something for one and all. Call For All Your Auction Needs (www.theauctionadvertiser.com) Terms Cash,Visa, M/C, Interac & Cheque MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY AUCTION RANDY POTTER ESTATE AUCTION Mon. Oct. 11th, Start: 10 AM View: from 9 AM Randy Potter Estate Auction 15 Cavan St. downtown Port Hope is holding an auction of approx. 300 lots of antiques, art, fine furniture, glass, china & collectables incl. numerous signed Norval Morrisseau acrylic on canvas, large Moorcroft vase; 1800's crank table; oak bowed glass china cabinet; Vienna regulator clock, miniature folding grammaphone; Victorian furniture; oak arts & craft/mission hall bench with mirror; etc. For info & pics go to: www.randypotterauctions.com Randy Potter Auctioneer Phone: 905-885-6336 NO BUYERS PREMIUM CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Oct. 8th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 The property of a local estate of Lindsay plus others, large qty. of antique lamps & parts including Cran- berry, Banquet lamps, qty. hanging lamps, Aladdin lamps, Colour co-oil lamps, Brass lamps, etc., hang- ing cupboard, pine harvest table, sleigh coffee table, settee, washstands, 6pc. Violas maple dining suite, 2 Violas Maple single beds, antique dressers & chests of drawers, walnut 1/2 moon table, inlaid walnut hall table, pine trunks, chesterfield & matching chair, 6pc. modern dinette suite, 3pc. wicker set, table & floor lamps, walnut parlour table, modern 6pc maple Gib- bard dining suite, Viking 2 door refrigerator, 30in. electric stove, Red Lion, Hot Wheels, Lincoln Cast Iron toys, qty. of comic books, 3 wheel bicycle, 2 Path Finder 18 speed bicycles, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil, Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 or www.corneil@theauctionadvertiser.com GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647/Cell 416-518-6401 SAT. OCT. 9th - 10 a.m. A Sale not to be missed! Auction of TREASURES from the HOI AN HOARD - 100+ pcs. of 500 yr. old Vietnamese ceramics recovered from a shipwreck in the Dragon Sea in 1450 . All include Certificates of Authenticity. Lecture on recovery of lost ship on Fri. Oct. 8th @ 7:00 p.m. AND ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES & FURNITURE from Antique Shop in Sutton West, Brown’s Gallery of Stouffville, The Estate of Hazel & Doug Rhodes of Uxbridge & The Estate of Dorothy & the late Harold Window of Oshawa @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. See website for details & photos. garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables for a Newmarket home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Chesterfield and love seat, leather chair, daybed, kitchen suite, bedroom suite, chests, prints, lamps, quantity of collectables and glassware, walnut lumber, wagon wheel, quantity of tools, plus many other interesting items.Ter ms:are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 SATURDAY OCTOBER 9th-10:30AM Large Auction Sale! Property of Shadow Lake Resort & Estate of Late Henry Clasper (known electrician) on Hwy. 35 2 km south of Norland or 5.5 km North of Coboconk to #6 Gold Rock Road. See signs. Featuring large quantity of power & tradesman hand tools, boat & motor, marine related equip., electrical supplies & hardware, lawn mowers, 18' storage box, some resort furnishings, equip. NO reserve DON'T:miss it a handymans delight. Terms:Cash, Visa, Interac, M/C.For listings call: Calvin Mabee Auctions 705-454-2841 or 705-454-2431 or log on to www.auctionsfind.com/mabee BATES FAMILY AUCTION 33 HALL ST., OSHAWA(905) 723-9807 SALE: THURS., OCT. 7TH 6 P.M. large quantity of Blue Jays and sports collectibles, dining and bedroom sets, jewellery, and quality smalls. Snack bar on premises. Cash or Debit. Quality consignments welcome Sales every Tuesday & Thursday at 6 p.m. all year round Auction Sale Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon. Thanksgiving Day Mon. Oct 11 @ 10 am Bow front china cab, Fr. Prov. Suite & Coffee/end Tables, East Lake Furn., Parlor Tables, Dining Suite, Treadle Sew. Mach.(lt. oak), Oak Office Chair, Rocker, Drum Table, Tele- phone Table, Wash Stand, Tiffany Lamp, Settlement House Braided Wool Rugs, Old TV Guides, Ducks Un. Carvings, Oil Lamps, Silver Tea Set, Window Frame Mirror, Carnival Glass etc.For gallery visit www.theauctionfever.com Auctioneer-Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-2779829 Auction Sale Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon ON Sat. Oct 9 @ 5pm Household auction for a home in Bobcaygeon: Bedroom furniture, Down filled couch, Glassware, Tools etc Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 EXHIBITORS WANTED FOR UPCOMING SHOWS •Metro East Fall Home & Renovation Show •Oct. 15, 16 & 17 - Pickering •Health & Wellness Expo •Nov. 6 & 7 - Oshawa For more information call 905-426-4676 ext. 222 CHILDREN IN THE CARE OF ONTARIO CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETIES INCREASED 40% IN 2002-2003 When children in our community need us, that’s when we need you most. BECOME A FOSTER FAMILY F oster Families F oster Futures 1-877-567-KIDS www.homesforkids.com Homes For Kids is a network of children’s aid societies dedicated to providing the best foster homes for children in need of care. CENTRAL OSHAWA,4-bdrm bungalow, fin. bsmt, eat-in kitchen, appliances, c/a, close to schools/amenities. $1250/mo.+ utilities. First/last, Avail. immedi- ately. Call (905)728-7796 DUPLEX-1st. unit- [3 bedrooms., hardwood/tile floors, ceramic tiles at entry., fridge/stv., eat-in Kitch., large living room., T.V. conect., 3-pc. bath, attached garage. $1100/mnth +$1100 security de- posit 1/2 of utilities (heat and hy- dro) last 2 references, +make se- curity check available. 2ND. UNIT- [basmnt level, partialy furn., T.V. conect., incl. drvway. prk, 2-bed- rooms., eat-in kitch. frdg/stv, pers. wash/dryer, 3-pc. Bath, Crpt/tile flooring, priv.ent. (@Rear) $800/mnt.+$800 Security deposit, +1/2 of utilities (heat,hydro), last 2 references +make security check available.] Bus stop out side front door.] 3-bedroom. available imme- diately, 2-bedroom. available aprox. mid month. Phone 905-623- 6925: cell 905-809-09051 NEWCASTLE CENTURY HOME, $1100+utilities. 2 PLUS bdrms. Avail. November 1st. No pets. Easy access to 401. Features gas heating, 5 appliances, front porch, back deck. First/last, references. Call Marie 1-416-693-8924. NEWCASTLE, quiet older neigh- bourhood. Clean, spacious, 3-bed- room bungalow. 1-1/2 baths, 2 fire- places, 5 appliances, partially fin- ished basement. $1250+ utilities. Available immediately. Short-term rental possible. 416-821-2278. NORTH OSHAWA,beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bathroom, laundry, parking, large back yard, avail. im- mediately. first & last. $1200. (905)880-9860 NORTH WHITBY,$1800+ utilities. Prestigious area, 3-bedroom exec- utive home, near all amenities. No pets/smokers avail. immediately. 905-424-8428, Sutton Group Ad- miral. NORTHEAST OSHAWA 2-bdrm bsmt., partial main floor, walk-out to backyard. Separate entrance, parking, central air, suitable for professional/couple. Avail. immedi- ately/Nov.1st. First/last. No smok- ing/pets. $900/mo. inclusive. 905- 720-2307 OSHAWA - 3 bedrooms on main floor. 5 appliances, 2-car parking, no pets. $1250 inclusive. First/last. 905-436-0735. OSHAWA 3-bdrm detached O/C area, w/appliances, gas heat & a/c, large lot, no pets, first/last, ref- erences. $1200+utilities. Avail im- mediately. (905)263-8154 OSHAWA,3-bedroom house. Newly renovated. C/A, pergo flooring, deck, parking, laundry, close to all amenities. $1245/inclu- sive. No pets/smoking. Call (905)424-1219. PICKERING WHITES/Oklahoma - 4 bedroom executive, shows like a model, private backyard, 5 appli- ances, professionally decorated. A must see. $1,400 plus utilities. October. lst. 416-657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca PICKERING,Finch/Mapleridge, fully renovated 4-bedroom house. Private backyard, near schools, $1400 plus. Available immediately. (905)509-8911 or (647)290-4544. SOUTH AJAX - 2 bedrooms, fire- place, large yard, parking. Avail- able immediately. $1300+ utilities. References required. Suits busi- ness professionals. Convenient to schools, church and shopping mall. Call days 905-706-8171 or after 6 p.m. 905-683-1300. SOUTH AJAX - 3 bedroom upper bungalow, appliances, non-smok- er/pets. First/last, $1150/includes utilities. Quiet neighbourhood. Available Nov. 1st. (905)686-2295 WATERFRONT with dock, Scugog Island. 1-bedroom plus. Includes all appliances, new floors, C/A, detached garage. No smoking. Available immediately. $900/month plus. 905-986-4691, 905-434-0749. WHITBY,1-bedroom basement, separate entrance, parking, own laundry, air, cable, no pets/smok- ing, near GO, Hwy.2 & 401, refer- ences, first/last, Nov.1, $750/inclu- sive. (416)737-4179. WHITBY,Central, spacious 3- bdrm main floor of house, fenced yard, 2-parking,close to all amen- ities. $1000+60% utilities. Call (905)867-8417 leave msg WHITBY, TAUNTON/GERRARD, 2-bedroom detached main floor apt., large yard, parking. $800/month inclusive. Available Nov 1st.(416)587-4592 AJAX, 3-BEDROOM freehold townhouse, one 4pc, plus two 2pc. washrooms, 4 appliances, first/last required, references, lease agree- ment, Dec 1st. $1300 plus utilities. Prime location. (905)683-0888. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fr i. 7-9 p.m. COURTICE,3-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, 5 appliances, garage, Tr ulls/Avondale. Reference re- quired, credit check, no smok- ing/pets. First/last $1260+utilities. Oct. 15th. (905)434-5327, 905- 431-3916. 905-623-6670 ext.-1376. FRENCHMAN'S BAY executive townhouse. 3 bdrms., 3 baths, greatroom w/gas fireplace, 5 appli- ances. 2100 sq.ft. $1800/mo in- clusive. Avail. Nov. 1st. (905)839-8901. ONE BEDROOM + den town- house, Olive Ave. Oshawa.. Close to buses, schools, park. Fenced yard, great deck. Parking included. No pets. $650+utilities. Available immediately. 905-771-9502. OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- houses, close to schools, shop- ping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. Toll-free 1-866-922- 6422, 905-579-9956. OSHAWA,Simcoe/Taunton, 3- bdrm townhouse. Finished base- ment. Appliances, $1050/mo + gas. Avail. November 15th. Con- dolyn Management. 905-428-9766 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. WHITBY, BROCK ST.N./Dundas Gorgeous, brand new townhome. 3-bdrms, 3-baths, ceramic/hard- wood throughout, deck, all new ap- pliances, C/A, separate garage, fireplace. $1400+utilities. Avail- able immediately. 905-509-4006, 416-282-2368, 416-471-2392 WYANDOT CO-OPERATIVE HOMES. Markham/Sheppard, is now accepting applications for Large, affordable three bedroom townhouses. Please call 416-299- 0073 for further details. AJAX, ONE LARGE BEDROOM forrent. Shared kitchen, bathroom, laundry facilities. Free parking, no smoking, $350/month. 905-619- 0602. BROOKLIN - Prime downtown lo- cation, walk to all amenities. Open-concept one large room on 3rd floor, recently renovated, suit- able for gentleman. New fridge, share 4pc. bath. $495/mo.. No pets/smoking. First/last, avail. now. 905-424-9743. WHITBY,Rossland/Garden, lovely bsmt flat, semi-furnished, near bus stop, 3 plaza's, rec centre. Suits working female. No smoking/pets. $500/month inclusive. First/last, references. 905-665-1959. LUXURY ACCOMMODATION - Rossland & Thickson, profession- ally decorated gorgeous home in quiet area. Large private room, laundry, parking incl, shared kitch- en. C/A Suits professional working female. No smoking. Available November 1st. $500/mo. Call 905-579-8077. NORTH OSHAWA Taunton/Ritson new home to share, no smok- ing/pets, use of all facilities, avail- able Nov. 1st,parking, close to all amenities, $500/mo. inclusive, (905)720-0505 message or (416)721-4203. OSHAWA -Simcoe/Rossland ar- ea, warm, clean, large furnished rooms, share kitchen & bath, would suit quiet working gentle- man. Near bus, close to Durham College. $350/mo & up. 905-728- 4845 OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities. Available im- mediately. 1st/last, $400/mo inclu- sive.Viewing (905)433-4088. PICKERING 4th person needed. Ideal for new OPG employee, near Pickering/Darlington plants. $525/mo. Immediate. Cell 416- 788-6611. (leave message), home (905)426-6611 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. SALE: COLEMAN rental campers. 2001-2004. Excellent condition. 8'-12' box sizes. Brooklin 905-242-8688 or 905-424-8012. TRAILER, 35FT.,26 years, excel- lent condition, sleeps 9, fridge, chest freezer, awning, etc. Asking $8,500. Val (905)895-6685 or (905)717-1619 BOAT LIFT suitable for small boat or P.W.C., Asking $400. or best of- fer.Lindsay area. Phone (705) 324-1165 WANTED marine rail for $4,000 lb. boat. Lindsay area. Phone (705) 324-1165 LOST PARROT pale green, red beak, long tail, answers to "Alex - Hello!" (Ringneck breed) Brennan & Ravenscroft area, Ajax. RE- WARD. 905-231-9976 or 1-905- 206-5200 LOST Sept. 29, Female Cockatiel, Yellow/Grey. Very Friendly. Last seen on Pembry Dr. flying east to- wards Harwood/Kingston Rd. RE- WARD. Call 905-686-2712 or 416- 936-7639 SINCERE SINGLES Professional Introduction Service "Where Hap- piness Begins" specializing in long-term relationships. 1/2 price special now on! Toll free 1-866- 719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca GO WILD at Marthas Night Cafe. Uninhibited adult dating. Must be 18+ for this adventure. Get your 3 month special membership now! www.marthasnightcafe.com. For long-term: www.911dating.c om SLIM, ATTRACTIVE thai lady aged 27, seeks gentleman for seri- ous relationship, should be honest, loving, kind, age not important. I promise to answer any replies. Re- ply to File #128, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, On- tario. LlH 7L5 SPEED DATING EVENTS ages 45-55 October 20th. Ages 33-43 October 27th. Both at 0ne-To-One Lounge in Whitby. Register early, events sell out fast. (905)244-5683 www.thesinglesnetwork244.com LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. LIVE-IN NANNY required for 2 children. Please call (905)686-2603 between 10am and 2 pm. MUSLIM FAMILY requires live-out caregiver in Ajax. Arabic & halal cooking an asset. Duties include cooking, cleaning, laundry, some childcare for 2 kids, ages 3 & 4 yrs. Flex days/hours. 905-428- 8078 15 YEARS experienced, day care available. St. Jude bus route, hwy 2 and Ritchie, all ages. Tax re- ceipts and references. Call (905) 683-1556. AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/ crafts/ outings. Snacks, lunch. Valley Farm Rd./Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905)839-7237 DIXI/FINCH "A home away from home environment". Lots of fun and educational activities. Meals/snacks and receipts. 2 spaces left. (905)839-9705 LOVING MOTHER with First Aid/CPR providing daycare, 12 years experience. Lots of fun, learning activities. Receipts, refer- ences avialable. Call (905)619- 8752 MARILYN'S HOME DAYCARE, established since 1978, currently has openings, full and part-time. All ages welcome. (905)831-0653 WILLING TO PROVIDE before and after school daycare in my home. Emergency daycare servic- es also available. Westney N. Ajax. Call (905)427-2031 HAVE AN AGING PARENT? Need homecare - certified support worker. 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Bar fridg- es $50+up, freezers, chest & up- right $149+up;RENT TO OWN AVAILABLE! Why wait, buy it now! Visit our showroom. Par ts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Sup- ply/install caps & pest screens. Nest removal. Minor repairs. Low- est rates. Insured * Certified * No Mess. Call (905)686-7741 ALL NEW CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS. Having problems with your current satel- lite?? We have the solution. We also do service and installations. Serving Durham, Call: 905-767- 0013 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ANTIQUES,records, tapes and antique tool collection. Best offer, prefer job lot. (905)579-8137 APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET queen size, box springs,, entertainment centre with TV, 3-marble tables, sofa table (marble), lamps, single wood bed/ frame.(905)427-2154 BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416) 748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $2,100. Call 905- 213-4669. Beef, free range, naturally grass fed; no hormones, antibiotics, her- bicides. Higher in Omega 3/Vita- min A. Available in split quarters. (905)986-5825 CARPETS - I have several thou- sand yards of new Stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living room & hall for $389.00. Includes carpet, pad & installation (30 yards). Steve. (905) 743-0689 www.suburbancarpets.com 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 CLAIFORNIA SHUTTERS for patio door and window. Drapes, also fabric for drapes, upholstery and quilting. (905)655-3699 PIANOS & CLOCKS - Clearance on all 2004 Roland pianos. Save $$$ while quantities last. Also on Samick pianos, and Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! COMPUTER PROBLEM? Don't bring it into a busy shop. A certified Tech., 10yrs experience, will come to you. Most Calls $30. (905)243-3415 Marty COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. SPECIAL Free CD Burner with P3/450 com- plete system purchase only while quantity lasts! Complete system Internet ready: P3/450 only $279; Dell Latitude Nbk: P2/366 only $429. Other systems available. Repairs at reasonable rates. CD- RW upgrade only $50. Interac, Visa & Mastercard accepted. Lay- away Plans. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block East of Park & Bond). 905-576-9216 www.bit- sandbytestech.com CONSTRUCTION COMPANY has overstock of miscellaneous lum- ber, 1/2" ply spruce $24.90/each. 5/8" T&G ply $27/each. 7/16" OSB $13.50/each. 5/8 T & G OSB $23.00 /each. Take all & save! (905)982-0068. DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. DINING ROOM SUITE.Table, hutch and buffet, 4 chairs. 10 years old, good condition, light oak colour. 905-428-7804 DRUMS,12pc Tama Imperial Star. Must see! Black colour. Able to di- vide into 2 drum sets. Excellent condition. Call Tony (905)404- 9210 ELLIPTICAL,Vision Fitness 6000. Like new, $800. Danby portable A/C Heater combination. Like new. $400. (905)668-0211. FABRIC BY THE bolt, $1.00/me- ter, 2 manual medical beds $300 each, Juki zigzag industrial sewing machine & stand, like new $1000. (905)438-8784 FOR SALE, MUST GO:Small An- imal Cage, 3' long, $60 OBO. Two Flower Girl/Jr Brides Maid Dress, hand made, peach, teal with flow- ers and shoes, $60/each OBO. Three lamps set (floor, table, hang) good shape, $20. Octagon end table, bark wood, $15. Call Katherine 905-666-7839. GE WASHER/DRYER,heavy duty super capacity, $475 pair., pine buffet hutch, $100., solid oak din- ing table and chairs $100. (905) 427-2079 GOLF CLUBS,ladies Lopez, brand new, never used, best offer. Diamond ring, custom made, 1.8krt with baguettes, best offer. 416-566-5521. HAY first cut, small square $2.00; first cut round bales $20; picked up price. (Delivery available). ALSO John Deere 457 round baler, al- most new. (905)263-8078 HOT TUB 2004 all options, water- fall, ozanator, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 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 866-97COVER ICE FISHING portable hut. Purchased at Gannons. 3 fold- down seats, zippered door, side windows, sacrifice $700. (905)723-0375 or (905)260-5252 IMMACULATE SOLID oak dining room table, 6 chairs, 72x42, with 2 leave extension, $700 OBO, call (905)433-4205 after 5. IN-HOME pool table, including snooker & boston balls, rack, cues, scoreboard. Also 2pc. plywood ta- ble tennis playing surface to fit over pool table. Complete with all necessary equipment. $300. obo. 905-686-7602. LOVESEAT & chair $250; Cherry armoire $400; DuncanPhyfe table & 2 chairs $350; two wing chairs, high end $600/pair; High end child's bedroom $650; Pine dining 10-pc $1100; Oak dinette, 7-pc $900; Dryer $125; Stove $125; Tr ademaster builders tablesaw $450 (905)260-1123 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 TIMBER TREE SERVICE Experts in Removal, Trimming, Pruning & Stump Removal. Fully insured. Free estimates. 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Top Quality 15 years Experience Call For Free Estimate Sam (416)984-7140 P & H Painting Professional, Experienced, Reliable Interior/Exterior Call for free estimate (905)686-7889 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 $45/hr. 2 movers + truck 24' trucks available. www.triumphmoving.com 416-802-9849 905-883-4406 AFFORDABLE MOVING 12', 16', 24' trucks $49/hr - Anytime, Anywhere. Fully Licensed. Professional 416-802-5878 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ McGee Moving The Mover You C an Trust Commercial & Residential Large or small move Hourly or Flat rate Packing material available Seniors discount 905-666-9678 905-426-0202 FREE ESTIMATES A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, October 06, 2004 www.durhamregion.com SELLING YOUR CAR OR TRUCK? Showcase it across Durham Region. Call Classifieds Ajax at 683-0707 or fax 579-4218 RR E B U I L DREBUILD YO U RYOUR C R E D I TCREDIT M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E R M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E R MENZIES CHRYSLER Bank says ... “NO” Dave says ... “YES” No Credit, Bad Credit, “NO PROBLEM” Phone DAVE Today DRIVE AWAY TODAY Cell: 905-213-4932 Toll Free: 1-888-269-1687 www.ezautoloan.net Is your Computer not working? Affordable, reliable & honest service. At your home or office. Call Jason for a free quote (905)409-6388 or visit www.charkinson.com it's Worth Repeating - GAP, GYMBOREE, AMERICAN EAGLE THYME - Save on the labels you want. 3555 Thickson North, Whitby 905-579-9912 + Hwy. 2 & Courtice Rd. 905-432-7774. PIANO, UPRIGHT Gerh- ard/Heintzman, approx 70 years old, good condition, recently evalu- ated by a piano tuner. Asking $1200.(905)420-6426. MEAT GRINDER.Berkel commer- cial-size w/accessories $800. 9- litre commercial sausage press $200. Outfitters canvas-wall tent with woodstove fire ring $200. (905)723-2148 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 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. 905-626-0542 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $119/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 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PIANO,apartment-size, with bench, Mason & Risch. Excellent condition. Walnut, $1750. (Oshawa) (905)720-0584 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $6700, sell for $2850. 905-213- 4669. POOL TABLE, 4.5' x 9', 1" slate, Oak, Mahogany finish. Includes many accessories. $2950. Call days 905-571-1222 or even- ings/weekends 905-430-8076 POOL TABLES - 8' and 9' slate billiard tables, Foosball/Jettoni ta- ble and air hockey tables for sale. Call (905)420-6113 QUALITY FITNESS EQUIPMENT. Stairmaster 4000 PT, like new, runs great. Paid $2000, sacrifice $900 obo; NORTHERN LIGHTS Universal, fully loaded includes added leg extension, asking $900 obo. Call Mike evenings 905-697- 5842. REFRIGERATOR $60.,dressers $20., end tables $10., coffee ta- bles $15., mattresses box springs and frames, fire doors (solid), etc. Must go!!!!! (905) 576-8942. 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. SOFA SET, 3pc. Nave plaid. 4 years, excellent condition. $850 OBO. Mahogany corner unit $125. 2 glass coffee tables. (905)686-9048 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. WHEELCHAIR Wider width; wheelchair motorized scooter; ex- cellent condition; bedroom suite, solid pine dark, needs refinishing; cannonball bed, solid pine, light; 905-428-6812. it's Worth Repeating - Brand names and current styles. Wom- en's, childrens, and maternity clothing. Earn cash on consign- ment. 3555 Thickson N. Whitby 905-579-9912 + Hwy. 2 & Courtice Rd. 905-432-7774. Solid wood kitchen table & chairs; dining room sets; living room sets; bedroom sets; good major appli- ances; electric treadmills; Will pay cash. 905-260-1123 WANTED - 2 stage 5 hp. snow- blower, electric start. 905-263- 2661. WANTED - SNOWMOBILE hood to fit a 1989 Skidoo Safari. Must be in good shape. (705) 328-0402 after 6 p.m. RENT TO OWN.New appliances at great prices, full warranty. Total Appliance Centre. New Pickering location, (905)686-3200. BLACK LAB PUPPIES, registered both sexes available. Make great retrievers or house pets. Hip & eye clearances. 30 month guarantee. Ready to go NOW! $700.00 (613)475-5097 CANE CORSO MASTIFF puppies big Taurus Kennel celebrating sev- en years of breeding quality rare breed mastiffs in Durham. Pet/Show. (905)720-2825 CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS,first shots, dewormed. CKC Reg. Call (905)344-7093. FREE TO GOOD HOME,8yr old male mini-schnauzer, excellent pet. Call Ian 905-432-7200. POMERANIUM PUPPIES, 4 male, ready to go.(705) 878-4408. HIMALAYAN KITTENS - Adorable babies tenderly home raised, pointed and solid whites as in Roy- ale commercial. Vet checked, shots. 905-985-8021. WEST HIGHLAND TERRIER pup- pies, vet checked, first shots, home raised, ready to go, $750. 905-342-2095 1987 BMW 325, 4-door, body good shape, interior excellent. run- ning, engine needs work. Great winter project. as is $1200-obo. 647-273-5133 1988 CHEV CAVALIER,4-door, air conditioning, lady driven, excel- lent condition. A great student/sec- ond car. 1991 Buick Regal, fully loaded. 905-509-2527. 1988 HONDA CIVIC,5 spd, 2dr. hatchback, CD player, new timing belt, water pump, brakes, 192,000 km. E-tested/certified. Asking $1800. Leaving the country. 905- 571-0906 Ted. 1990 VW GOLF,automatic, 4dr hatchback, mint in/out 142k, p.s., p.b., a/c, stereo, no rust $2600. 1989 ASTRO Work Van, V6, auto, runs great $600. (905)404-8541. 1991 MERCEDES BENZ 190E, 2.6L, dark blue, automatic, every- thing power, air, sunroof, perfect condition. Asking $5,900 or o.b.o. certified/e-tested. Call (905)404- 5749, (905)666-5749 private sale 1992 BUICK ROADMASTER Limited full loaded. 5.7 325hp $3500 uncertified but is certifiable 210,000-km. (905)839-3252 1993 Toyota Tercel,$2699; 1996 Saturn, leather interior $3699; 1996 Lumina LS, $3699; 1996 Taurus SW, $3699; 2000 Intrepid $5999; Others from $1699, certi- fied & e-tested. (Kelly and Sons since 1976), (905)683-7301 or 905-424-9002. 1995 CAMARO,V6, loaded, t- roofs, great condition, as is $3,500 o.b.o.;1989 NISSAN Sentra, 4dr, 195,000km, runs good, as is. $700 o.b.o.Call (905)441-0177 1995 GRAND PRIX SE, 4 dr., air. p/w, p/l , cassette, excellent condi- tion, 150kms., $4,700. ALSO 1996 Oldsmobile 88 LS, 4 dr., p/s, p/w, p/l, air, excellent condition, 250kms., $3500. (905)430-1646. 1995 GRAND-AM red, fully load- ed.$1800-obo 289-314-8137 Call after 3pm. 1995 Sunfire,4dr, black, 22K, lots of new parts, $2800; 1994 Voyag- er Van, white-tan interior, loaded, air works, no rust, 193K, new ball joints $3500; 1995 Astro Van, grey/silver-grey interior, new tires, converter, 179K, clean, $4750; 1995 Voyager Van, blue - blue int., 175K, power, air, clean van, $3995; 1997 Windstar van, no rust, green-green interior, 230K, runs excellent $3200. All vehicles certified & e-tested. Nick Oram Auto, dealer, 905-985-1991. 1996 CHEV LUMINA van, 7-seat- er, air, 180K, very good condition, asking. $3,600. 1994 OLDS ACHIEVA, 4cyl, 4-dr, cruise, air, excellent condition 172K, asking $2,650; Both certified/e-tested. Call 905-404-8728, private 1997 CHEV LUMINA,4dr, p/b, p/s, air, p/w, 71,000km, $7,899 OBO, certified, e-tested. Call (905)987-1865 1998 FORD CONTOUR, 4 cyl au- to, 4 dr, Pioneer CD player, fully loaded, air, ps, 124K, $7,000 certi- fied/e-tested. 905-434-0392. 1998 GrandAm,4-door, 5-spd, 112,000-km, air blows cold, $4900 firm. (905)571-9442 1998 NEON,4cyl, auto, ac, tilt, new brakes, new tires, in excellent condition, certified & e-tested, 120,000km. $3,850. Oshawa (905)424-9264 or 905-432-1813 1998 PONTIAC GRAND Prix SE 3800 auto, factory mags, pw, pdl, power mirrors, tilt, cruise, traction control, overhead console, power trunk, air, dark metallic green, beautiful car in nice condition, 196,000kms, certified & e-tested, selling at black book. $5400. (905)571-5138 1999 OLDS ALERO,170,000km. $8900 certified & e-tested. Call Kirk 905-261-4397. 2000 BUICK LeSABRE, mint con- dition, 1 owner. 63,000kms. $15,900 certifed & E-tested. Call (905)668-0251 2000 CHEV MALIBU,6cyl, 55,000km, beige w/tan interior, auto, 4-dr, air, cassette., abs. Ask- ing $9,600 certified/e-tested. (905)436-5897 2000 HYUNDAI ACCENT,excel- lent condition, $5,750 certified. Call Kirk 905-261-4397 BAD CREDIT?No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! Call now! 905-686- 2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours,7 days (905)686-1899. $$$ TOP DOLLARS PAID- Ajax Auto Wreckers pays $50+ for cars and trucks 905-686-1771 days 416-896-7066 evenings, leave message. $$$$ A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal 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 1992 CHEV Silverado pick up, 4x4. Box liner, power windows, locks. Call (905)987-5111 1994 FORD EXPLORER XLT, 260,000 km, 4X4. Power windows, locks and seats. $2500 obo. as is. Call 905-985-6258. 1995 PATHFINDER,4X4, $4995. 1996 Ford F150, PK with new paint, $4499. 1993 Areostar Sport, $1999. 1989 Mazda MPV Van, $1899. Others from $1699. Certified, E-tested. (Kelly and Sons since 1976) (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002. 1996 FORD F150,work truck, cer- tified/e-tested, excellent condition $6000; 1997 SILVERADO, extend- ed cab, short box, loaded, certi- fied/e-tested $12,500. (905)686- 1677 or 647-223-8651 2000 FORD F150 Lariat 4x4 load- ed, 1-1/2 cab, suicide doors, leath- er, 229,000-km, highway driven $16,900. 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SKU: 10042102 A/P PAGE 13 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆OCTOBER 6, 2004 Telus Lightning quieted during Quebec road swing National Women’s Hockey League squad still searching for first league victory DURHAM — Quebec was not ex- actly la Belle Province for the Telus Lightning last weekend. The National Women’s Hockey League squad lost both of its games in Montreal, dropping its record to 0-4-0 in regular-season play. The Lightning ended a fruitless weekend with a 5-2 loss to the Montre- al Axion, who extended their winning string to five games. They opened play during the road trip by dropping a close 3-2 decision to the Quebec Avalanche (1-3-1-0). The Lightning played the Axion even-steven at 2-2 through two peri- ods –– and then completely collapsed in the final frame. The Montrealers scored three unanswered goals to ice the victory. Ta ra Dunn and Candice Ceelen scored the Lightning goals, assisted by Joanne Eustace, Meagan Aarts, Dunn and Melanie Roach. Telus goalie Mandy Cronin faced 44 shots. The Avalanche-Lightning clash was marked by numerous penalties and several ejections, with Quebec goal- tender and national team member Kim St. Pierre and Telus’s Nikki Leone both tagged with game misconducts and major penalties in the third period. Lightning’s Amanda Reid and Que- bec’s Caroline Levesque also received game misconducts and major penal- ties, also in the third. All told, each side was assessed 34 minutes in infrac- tions. Melissa Clark and Joanne Eustace scored for Telus against the Avalanche. Assists went to Katie Jones and Aman- da Reid. Telus goaltender Jennifer Piitz faced 46 shots. The Lightning return to action against the Montreal Axion at the Ajax Community Centre on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Jennifer Piitz Mandy Cronin PICKERING — The Dunbarton High School Spartans senior boys’ rugby team came close to knocking off the reigning Ontario champs at the Rugby Ontario Canada Rugby Shop High School 7’s Championship Tourna- ment. The event was hosted at Fletcher’s Fields in Markham last Thursday, with more than 80 teams registered in five age groups. The Spartans gave the 2004 ‘AAA’/ ‘AAAA’ OFSAA champion Barrie Cen- tral Collegiate all they could handle in the final, but a last-minute try lifted Barrie Central to a 19-10 victory. Bar- rie pulled ahead 12-5, but the Spartans battled back to within two points to make it 12-10. With no time remaining on the clock, Barrie scored a try to seal the win. Dunbarton earned its championship berth after shading Durham Region rival Port Perry High School Rebels 17- 12 in overtime in semifinal action. Dunbarton runners-up at Rugby Ontario tournament it’s time TRAVEL SHOW Sunday October 17, 2004 10:00am to 4:30pm TOSCA BANQUET & CONFERENCE CENTRE 800 Champlain Ave. Oshawa ENTER TO WIN A HAWAIIAN VAC ATION FOR TWO Sponsored By ®CAA-CAA emblem registered trademarks owned by, and granted by the Canadian Automotive Association ®Travel With Someone You Trust registered trademarks owned by and use is granted by the American Aut omobile Association Terriers top dogs after nipping Panthers Loss to Couchiching follows win over struggling Axemen By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — It was splitsville for the Pickering Panthers last weekend The OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League team started the weekend with a 3-1 victory over the lowly Ajax Axemen (0-9-0-1, last in South Conference) at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Friday night. The Panthers (5-3-0-1, tied for fifth in South Conference) ended the week- end on a sour note, losing 4-2 to the Couchiching Terriers in Rama Sunday afternoon. The Terriers (3-7-0-0) lost six straight games entering the contest with the Panthers. The Panthers played Tuesday night against the Oshawa Legionaires in a game that was played in Whitby, with the result unavailable at press time. “We got off to a slow start and we got on our heels a bit,” explained Winder of the loss to the Terriers at the Rama Mask Arena. “We were a bit intimi- dated by the other team, but it didn’t continue. We shored it up and started to come back. We haven’t played a team that aggressive this season.” The Terriers scored in the first two minutes of play, and continued to out- play the Panthers in the first period for a 3-1 lead. The teams traded goals in the second period, with the Panthers unable to get any closer in a scoreless final frame. Meanwhile, the Panthers earned their fifth victory and second of the season against the visiting Ajax Axe- men. But, it didn’t come without a struggle, especially finding a way to get pucks past Axemen starter Jason Brumwell. “We shot 50 pucks at Brumwell and he was outstanding,” said Winder. “But, back at the other end, Schermele played a good game too. He faced 26 shots and the only one that got past him was a penalty shot.” Although Winder acknowledges that taking wins off struggling teams like Ajax is paramount to the Panthers’ success this year, he said Ajax is a team that can’t be taken lightly, especially with Brumwell so hot. “A jax is a good team, they skate hard, they come at you and we needed to come up with a big effort (to win),” he said. After a scoreless first period, Ajax took the lead early in the second when Chase DeLeon scored on a penalty shot. Pickering’s Derek Lynden scored the tying goal near the end of the sec- ond. Lynden, with his team-leading ninth goal of the season, also pot- ted the winner in the third. Jeff Birr’s empty-net marker with 15 seconds re- maining sealed the Axemen’s fate. The Panthers have a busy weekend on tap, starting Friday at the Pickering Recreation Complex against the Wex- ford Raiders (7-2-1-0, second in South Conference). Game time is 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Panthers are also at the complex, facing the Vaughan Vipers (3-5-0-1, seventh in South Con- ference) at 7:30 p.m. The Panthers are on the road Sunday in Toronto against the St. Michael’s Buzzers (9-1-0-0, first in South Conference) at 7 p.m. PANTHERS’ POSTSCRIPT: Pickering Panthers players turned over a cheque for $860 cheque to the Canadian Can- cer Society. This was the proceeds from the team’s car wash on Saturday, Sept. 25 at ReMax First Realty... GAME SUMMARY Pickering 2 at Couchiching 4 FIRST PERIOD 1. 1:48 Couchiching - Todd Jackson (Corry Jermey, Danko Mizonovic) 2. 5:56 Pickering - Cody Smith (Aaron Zimner, Mark Cornacchia) PP 3. 13:57 Couchiching - Andrew Sweetland (KJ Ramolla, Jesse Schamott) 4. 16:45 Couchiching - Andrew Sweetland (Mathew Bragg) Penalties: John Scrymgeour PKR (cross checking) 4:09, Matthew Bragg CHT (roughing) 4:09, Brock Boyton CHT (slashing) 5:34, Mark Cornacchia PKR (roughing After Whistle) 19:26 SECOND PERIOD 5. 8:56 Pickering - Derek Lynden (Jeff Birr, Chris Chappell) 6. 18:06 Couchiching - Andrew Sweetland (KJ Ramolla, Matthew Bragg) Penalties: John Scrymgeour PKR (hook- ing) 9:11, Mark Cornacchia PKR (rough- ing) 15:14, Rob Crittenden CHT (rough- ing) 15:14, Todd Jackson CHT (roughing) 15:45, Greg Riggs PKR (roughing) 15:45, Rob Crittenden CHT (high sticking) 18:46 THIRD PERIOD No Scoring. Penalties: Kyle Roulston PKR (slashing) 6:10, Joey McDonough CHT (slashing) 6:10, Derek Lynden PKR (unsportsman- like conduct misconduct) 10:54, Danko Mironovic CHT (tripping) 12:17, John Soames PKR (high sticking) 13:34, Rob Crittenden CHT (high sticking) 13:39. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Pickering Panthers defenceman Kyle Roulston makes certain that this car is sparkling clean while taking part in the second annual Panthers’ car wash in Pickering recently. Roulston and his teammates raised $860 for the Canadian Cancer Society. The money was turned over to the society during a ceremony at last Friday’s game. P PAGE 14 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆OCTOBER 6, 2004