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PICKERING TOWN CENTRE UPPER LEVEL SEARS WING 905.420.0744 [ Briefly ]] Have your say on library services: The Pickering Public Li- brary wants to know how it can get better. The library is conducting a survey to examine reader needs so it can focus its reader support services more effectively. The survey asks about reading habit preferences, how readers choose a book, how often they use the existing library services and how the library can improve its services for the recreational reader. To take the survey, visit www. picnet.org/ and click on Pickering Public Library readers survey. For more information, call 905- 831-6265 ext. 6243. or 905-686- 0250 press 0. [ What’s on ] Guild goes to pottery show: The Durham Potters’ Guild holds its 16th Annual Christmas Pottery Show and Sale next week- end. It will feature functional and decorative handmade pottery and clay items. In addition, visitors have a chance to meet the potters and have first choice from hundreds of items by guild members. There will also be a table with proceeds to benefit the Denise House women’s shelter. The show runs Saturday, Nov. 6 and Sunday, Nov. 7 at The Kins- men Heritage Centre, 120 Rober- son Dr., Pickering Village in Ajax. On Saturday, hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, it runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 905- 427-7097. Hydrotherapy for pain re- lief: Sages-Femmes Rouge Valley Midwives is holding an education session next week on hydrotherapy for pain relief. The session looks at research and benefits with the use of water for labour and birth. The session is Wednesday, Nov 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Ontario Early Years Centre, 1822 Whites Rd. Unit 202, in Pickering. 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Two years ago the Greenwood resi- dent was contacted by the administra- tor of a local orphanage in the town of Penjamo, 65 kilometres from the vacation hot spot of Acapulco. Upon visiting the orphanage, Mr. Colicchia was touched by the plight of the young children, many of whom were left or- phans after their parents were killed during a rebellion in 1999. “I went to the orphanage and saw that they were in bad shape so I started to support them,” he said. So far Mr. Colicchia and a few friends have dug a well, bought food and sup- plies, and brought hope to the chil- dren. “O ne of the kids, every time I arrive, she jumps at me,” he said. “No money can buy that - the joy she gives me.” As he shows photos of the children he has come to know and care for over the past few years, the joy on Mr. Colicchia’s face is evident as he smiles and his eyes light up. When he first visited the orphanage and saw the misery on the children’s faces he said he had to help. “All these kids, no one was smiling, no one was happy,” he said. “There was a sadness to the place.” He is sharing the story of the or- phans with others in the hope that he can gather more support for the cause and continue to make a difference. “We’re trying to raise as much funds as we can this year to provide the necessities of life - kitchen, bathroom and bedroom supplies. They have nothing,” he said. The children sleep eight or nine to a ✦ See Pickering, Page A4 Gabriele Colicchia speaks with orphans in Mexico during a visit. He’s raising funds to further help Mexican children. WATCH THE BIRDIE Celia Klemenz / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Daisy Taylor reaches to make a shot during action with the South Pickering Seniors Badminton Club. The group gathers Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. Business excellence awards handed out By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM — The “best and bright- est” were honoured by the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade for their excellence. The board held its 10th annual Business Excellence Awards, along with its first- ever Business Person of the Year Award, last Friday. About 150 people attended the event, held at the Deer Creek Golf and Country Es- tates banquet facility. Stephen Barry of Sure-Fit Canada was named Business Person of the Year, as the judges noted he has “a clear vision for the future: to con- tinue to provide his customers with top-quality, fashion forward products that fit both budget and lifestyle, and to continue being the corporate cham- pion that he has come to be.” The president of the Ajax-based company was “surprised” to receive the award. “I’m very honoured to receive such a distinguished award. “I’m proud to live in such a community,” Mr. Barry stated. The business, which opened in the early 1930s, has always been in the Dur- ham area, he noted. The company produces bedding linen, chair pads, window treatments and the recently introduced Roommates Fur- niture Collection. Durham police chief won’t testify Board of trade honours Pickering’s ‘best, brightest’ REUNION Ron Korb returns to Pickering roots Entertainment, B3 ST YLE, POWER Cadillac XLR has plenty of features Wheels, Pullout A BIG HIT Pickering diamond girls shine Sports, Page B1 Hearings officer rules against request By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Durham Regional Po- lice Chief Kevin McAlpine has success- fully contested a summons to appear at a tribunal examining allegations of misconduct against one of his officers. A hearings officer ruled Tuesday morning that the chief, who cleared Sergeant Jim Griepsma of an allegation he’d tampered with evidence, has no new evidence to present at the trial. “I cannot see ... where anything Chief McAlpine would say would add to the evidence,” said Greg Connelly, the retired OPP officer overseeing the tribunal. The ruling was an early setback for Donald Williams, who has accused Sgt. Griepsma of neglect of duty and deceit. He claims the veteran cop tam- pered with videotapes made when he took a polygraph test a decade ago. The complaint was investigated in- ternally and the chief ruled Mr. Wil- liams’s allegations were unsubstanti- ated, a finding originally backed by the Ontario Civilian Commission on Police Services (OCCOPS). But Mr. Williams challenged that finding in Divisional Court and won; OCCOPS ordered a hearing on the Police Ser- vices Act charges of neglect of duty and deceit last year. Sgt. Griepsma has pleaded not guilty to both charges. Mr. Williams and his lawyer, Dragi Zekavica, subpoenaed the chief to ap- ✦ See Chief, Page A2 Pickering OKs basement apartments Pat O’Brien ✦ See Pickering, Page A5 By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Despite several del- egations speaking out against base- ment apartments, Pickering council on Monday passed a bylaw legalizing them by a vote of 4-2. “If this law is passed what will this council do to ensure these owners reg- ulate their property?” Margaret Martin asked, adding renters do not take care of a property the same way owners do. “What action will this council take to make sure property is properly maintained to make sure it doesn’t bring down our property values?” she asked. Ms. Martin and her husband are against the bylaw. The bylaw allows for an accessory dwelling unit (or basement apartment) in a detached or semi-detached home in the City providing it has a total of three parking spaces and the ADU has a maximum floor area of 1,000 square feet. The City recognizes there are hun- dreds, if not thousands, of illegal units ✦ See City, Page A4 pear as a witness at the hearing, which began yesterday in Whitby. But at the start of the hearing Staff Inspector Brian Fazackerely objected to the chief appearing. Staff-Insp. Fazackerely argued that the chief’s findings on the allegations became irrelevant when OCCOPS or- dered a hearing on the charges. The chief’s role in the complaints process is to find allegations are either valid or unsubstantiated, he told Mr. Con- nelly. The chief has ruled against the complaint twice — the first time because it was filed more than six months after the alleged misconduct, and the second time after an internal probe uncovered no wrongdoing on Sgt. Griepsma’s part. “Those two decisions have been re- moved from the radar screen,” Staff- Insp. Fazackerely said. The first witness at the tribunal was Mr. Williams, who was charged in 1994 of sexually assaulting his three-year- old daughter. The charges were stayed when a judge ruled at a preliminary hearing that evidence from the child was inadmissible. Mr. Williams told the tribunal that after the police investigation began, he agreed to a polygraph test, which was conducted by Sgt. Griepsma in Octo- ber of 1994. Mr. Williams alleges Sgt. Griepsma failed to provide copies of videotapes made during the polygraph session to his defence lawyer in a timely fashion, and that the officer altered the video- tape before releasing it. He alleges that when two tapes of the session were re-recorded onto a single tape, Sgt. Griepsma edited out two crucial statements: he says the officer told him he’d failed the lie de- tector test, a statement that’s not pres- ent on the tape shown at the tribunal yesterday. Mr. Williams also says Sgt. Griepsma cut out a segment in which the officer discusses the kind of sex he and his wife have. More than a minute was cut from the original tape, Mr. Williams alleges. Bill MacKenzie, Sgt. Griepsma’s law- yer, played the segments in question yesterday. In the first clip, Sgt. Grieps- ma tells Mr. Williams he has concluded the man wasn’t truthful in answering questions, but gives no indication of whether he passed or failed. Mr. MacKenzie suggested Mr. Wil- liams had interpreted the officer’s statement as an indication of failure; in fact, the test was inconclusive and Mr. Williams was not ruled out as a suspect. “I’m going to suggest to you offi- cer Griepsma never uttered the phrase ‘You failed’, because it would have been a breach of procedure for him to do so,” Mr. MacKenzie said. But Mr. Williams was insistent he’d been told he’d failed the test, and that the statement had been cut out of the tape. “He advised me that I failed,” he told the tribunal. In the second clip, Mr. Williams is heard arguing with the officer about what sexual positions might be consid- ered “normal.” “Sorry. I’m a pretty straight-laced guy, OK?” Sgt. 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According to Donna Edwards, who spoke for the SEAC, a policy requir- ing that EAs with the most senior- ity be hired over those most qualified to work with particular students is a major concern. “You can have someone with years of experience, who has no experience working with a certain exceptionality,” she said. “It’s frustrating to the student, the parents and the EA when this hap- pens... and it’s happening on a regular basis.” Ms. Edwards added that, without mandatory training in areas such as crisis intervention and use of technol- ogy, even experienced EAs are often lacking necessary skills. Superinten- dent of education Sally McIlveen ac- knowledged that seniority is part of the board’s hiring clause, but stressed that “the ability of applicants to do the spe- cific job” is also an important factor. SEAC member Thomas Brasch said parents are also concerned that EAs are often assigned to students at the last minute in September, leaving little time for them to prepare. “The preliminary planning for EAs starts in June, but it’s finalized in Sep- tember, which leaves the EA no time to prepare to meet the student’s needs, and no opportunity to match EAs with student’s specific needs,” he said. “De- laying permanent placements also mean that a child could have several different EAs, which significantly dis- rupts learning.” Superintendent McIlveen reminded the parents that EA assignments can- not be finalized until the budget is struck, which did not happen until late June this year. She added that special-needs students are more likely to switch schools, making September revisions an unfortunate reality. “It’s very difficult to project exactly where individual students are going to be each year, when their needs change and their ISA funding status changes,” she said. The SEAC representatives recom- mended that the board provide a mechanism for principals to hire EAs based on student needs, that all EA as- signments be completed by the end of June and that basic special education courses be mandatory for assistants. Hiring, training of educational assistants called into question AJAX — Durham Regional Police are seeking a suspect in his mid-20s after an 18-year-old girl reported being sexually assaulted in the west end of Ajax Halloween night. The victim told police she was walk- ing along Kingston Road near Eliza- beth Street in her Halloween costume around 10 p.m. Sunday when she was approached by a man on a bicycle. He struck up a conversation as they walked along a footpath on the north side of Kingston Road, police said. The young woman told police that the suspect repeatedly blocked her way as she tried to leave near the bridge that crosses Duffins Creek. The suspect grabbed the young woman and carried her into the bush near the footpath, where he sexually assaulted her, police said. He left the scene on his bicycle, travelling north on Elizabeth Street. The young woman went to a friend’s house nearby and called police. She was taken to hospital, where she was treated and released. The suspect is described as an East Indian male in his mid 20s with black hair. He was wearing a dark ball cap, a black jacket and light beige pants. The man, who rode a bike, had a slight accent, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call 905-683-9100, ext. 5327. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Hair-raising experience AJAX – Staff at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital were in a giving mood and in the Halloween spirit Friday. Claudette Moreau and others dressed up as part of an employee effort to help the United Way campaign. Suspect sought in sex assault AJAX — The 21-year-old driver of a car that struck and seriously injured an elderly Ajax man Sunday morning has been charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm. Durham Regional Police said the man, 78, was crossing Bayly Street on foot around 7:30 a.m. Sunday, when a Honda making a left turn off Harwood Avenue struck him. The pedestrian was taken to hospi- tal with life-threatening injuries and later transferred to intensive care in To ronto, where he is in serious but stable condition. Police attending the accident scene closed roads in the area while an investigation was carried out. They arrested 21-year-old Andrew Te rrance Knox of Mayor Crescent in Ajax, the driver of the Honda. He is charged with impaired driv- ing causing bodily harm and driving while exceeding the legal blood-alco- hol limit. Impaired charges after pedestrian hit Halloween scare in Ajax AJAX — A foreign object in a child’s Halloween haul caused concern for the girl’s parents, Durham Regional Police report. Police were called Sunday night after a small fragment of a razor blade was found among the child’s candy. But police aren’t sure if the item was deliberately handed out to the girl, or if it was even among the candy she emptied onto the floor after trick-or- treating in her neighbourhood, said Sergeant Paul Malik. Sgt. Malik said the 9-year-old re- turned to her Westacott Crescent home after gathering treats between 6 and 7 p.m. When she and her mother emp- tied the candy she’d gathered onto the floor to sort through it, they discovered a small piece of a blade from a razor knife. The chunk of metal was about a centimetre long, police said. 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All of the children go to school. Every cent Mr. Colicchia raises is going to help the children, he said. “We want to do a lot for the orphan- age,” he said. For those who want to help, Mr. Colicchia notes he is running a non- profit organization but can’t issue tax receipts because it is not a registered charity, which would cost $6,000. “With $6,000 I can do a lot,” he said. Mr. Colicchia has one reason for deciding to help. “I feel if we give back something to the world — to the needy — it will make it better.” Anyone interested in donating, an account has been set up at the Royal Bank at Kingston and Liverpool roads in Pickering, account number 521 099 2. For more information about the cause, call Mr. Colicchia at 905-683- 1678 or 905-767-3781. Pickering from Page A1 Pickering man brings plenty of cents to Mexican orphanage PICKERING — Join the Pickering and Durham Rotary Clubs tomorrow for the Fourth Annual Night of a Thou- sand Dinners tomorrow night. The dinners are an international initiative co-ordinated by the Cana- dian Landmine foundation and the United Nations Association of the United States to raise funds for Adopt- A-Minefield, which addresses differ- ent aspects of the global landmine crisis, ranging from mine clearance to survivor assistance and advocacy work. Individuals and organizations host dinners in their homes or at local restaurants for friends and family, col- lecting contributions from guests. The dinner is Nov. 4 at The Water- front Bistro Restaurant, at the foot of Liverpool Road, in Pickering. Reception is at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $35. For information, call Elaine Houghton 905-831-6723. that currently exist. By legalizing them and instituting a registry the hope is to pro- vide a safer environment for tenants. In order to register their unit and make it legal, landlords would have to meet building and fire code regulations. “We have an obligation to provide a wide range of housing and we have a moral obligation of making sure that housing is safe,” Mayor Dave Ryan said. One of the delegations wasn’t con- vinced by that argument. “What about the moral obligation to those of us who bought single-family homes and who pay taxes on single- family homes?” asked Saul Glass, who has lived in Pickering for 20 years. He and others at Monday’s meeting spoke about the problems with parking that already exists because of basement apart- ments, one that they say is going to be made worse by the bylaw. Mr. Glass brought in several photos to show the problem of cars parking on the street in his neighbourhood. “If they don’t enforce things as they stand now I can’t be convinced they’ll enforce them in the future,” Mr. Glass said of parking bylaws. Wa rd 1 City Councillor Kevin Ashe supported the bylaw and thought it would eliminate problems associated with illegal units. “I’m of the view that by legalizing and bringing it into the mainstream we’ll have less issues with parking be- cause hopefully we’ll be weeding out bad landlords,” he said. In a recorded vote, Ward 3 City Councillor David Pickles and Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson voted against the bylaw. Before the vote Coun. Johnson brought forward a motion to refer the bylaw, but it was defeated. “It’s not that I don’t support the con- cept,” he said. “We’re close on this but we’re not there yet.” At the previous executive commit- tee meeting, Coun. Johnson expressed concern about the extra burden placed on taxpayers to cover the cost of the services needed for the additional population living in the units but not paying property taxes. As an incentive to register, the fee is $250 until March 31, 2005 after which it goes up to the regular cost of $500. Residents do have until Nov. 30 to appeal the bylaw, which they can do by sending a letter to the City clerk outlining their reasons for the appeal along with a cheque for $125. The in- formation is forwarded to the Ontario Municipal Board. City has ‘moral obligation’ to ensure housing is safe City from Page A1 We’re looking for a few good people If you know of an interesting community character who could be profiled in the News Advertiser, e-mail news editor David Stell at dstell @durhamregion. com, or call 905-683-5110. NEWS ADVERTISER Kevin Ashe Eat up at night of a thousand dinners A/P PAGE A5 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 Q & “We treat everyone as an individual, each with their own needs and goals. Programs offered are based on many factors including how much weight you want to lose, medical history and lifestyle. At Herbal Magic we are always finding ways to expand our menu selection as well. Our latest addition is the ‘Indian menu’. 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(905) 426-5134 11 Hardwood Ave. S., Ajax OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • PAYDAY LOANS • TITLE LOANS • NO CREDIT NECESSARY • BORROW UP TO 33% OF YOUR PAY infodurhamregion.com “The success we’ve had as a company is be- cause of the great people, the great staff,” Mr. Barry added. Tracy Axford, the co-chairwoman of the board’s special events committee, said the awards are to honour the “best and brightest in our community.” Awards were presented in three other cat- egories -- businesses from one to nine em- ployees, those with 10 to 49, and those with 50 or more. The award for one to nine employees went to Pickering Photo. “When we opened in 1984, I never thought we’d be up here,” said owner Chuck Shumi- lak. He has taken photographs of past board winners and “I wondered what they had to do to be up here,” Mr. Shumilak stated. His wife Debbie said the award is “about building for the future.” The business has been open for 20 years and “we’ve had a lot of fun, met a lot of people and travelled to some fabulous places,” she said. Cathy Stokes presented Metal Form Prod- ucts the award for business with 10 to 49 em- ployees. “Their pledge is to make every customer happy with their service,” she said. “This com- pany’s business philosophy is not to remain static at any time, and that it is a backwards slide if they are not consistently upgrading to face those new challenges.” Rob Fleming, of Metal Form, said winning was “rather unexpected. It’s really tremen- dous to us.” Mr. Fleming also said a “huge thank you to our talented staff we have back at our facility. This belongs to you folks.” Ms. Axford presented the award to the busi- ness with 50 or more employees, and it went to Veridian Corporation. It has an outstanding reputation in the energy field and is “strongly committed to customer service,” she said. “It’s a real pleasant surprise to me as the chairman of the board,” said John Wiersma, the recently retired CEO of the company. “It’s incredible timing, to win this on the eve of our fifth anniversary next week.” It’s “really gratifying” to be chosen, he added. “Employees of Veridian are special people who meet challenges head on,” he said. “Our employees are a special group of people. This is for them.” The Rotary Club of Pickering presented its Community Leadership Award to club mem- ber Pat O’Brien. “Everybody has benefitted by having this person in our life,” said Rotary president Gor- don Dyck. “This truly is a surprise, a pleasant surprise,” Mr. O’Brien said when accepting the award. “I’m honoured because of all the people it’s been given to. I’ve done a lot, but it’s a lot of fun.” He said it’s about “helping the commu- nity by helping each other.” Pickering, Ajax business honoured for excellence Pickering from Page A1 Keith Gilligan/ News Advertiser photo The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade handed out its Awards of Excellence during a luncheon last week. From left are, John Wiersma and Michael Angemeer, of Veridian Corporation, Business Person of the Year Stephen Barry, Chuck and Debbie Shumilak of Pickering Photo, and Tom Terzakis, Rob Fleming and Dave Matthews, all of Metal Form Products. P PA GE A6 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 I switched Internet provid- ers recently and, as part of my cancellation pro- cess, the loser company asked me, very politely, if I wouldn’t mind taking a few moments to fill out a customer satisfaction survey. They were nice about it, as I mentioned, and it was a quick, online deal, so I went ahead and filled it out. However, because I‘m usu- ally canceling something or closing out some service or other, I’m usually very aware that I’ll probably never ever deal with these people again, and, I confess, that knowledge tends to make me a little reck- less with my answers. For instance, I almost al- ways lie about my occupation. I tell them I’m something weird, like a “Butter Evapora- tion Technician” or a “Bovine Disciplinary Consultant.” Or sometimes I just get mysteri- ous and type simply “A very high level of government se- curity...in fact, never mind... Mr. Simpson.” It’s a long shot, but I figure eventually somebody named Mr. Simpson will read the thing and be scared out of his wits. And then, of course I offer some completely pre- posterous income amount designed to totally bell curve all of their poll results. And finally, when they ask me to outline my reasons for terminating their service I like to be as obtuse as possible, so that I don’t fit into any of their standard categories. I’ll say things like “Internal Bleed- ing” or “Lactose intolerance” or perhaps just “The voices told me to.” The only down- side to this little game is that I’m never there for the payoff. I can only giggle to myself like an idiot as I imagine the reac- tions I’m getting. It’s pathetic, I know, but it’s still fun. I actually wish there were more opportunities in life to employ the customer satis- faction survey. Think about it. Haven’t there been many times in your own life when you would’ve liked to get some kind of feedback from a certain situation? Take dating for example. It might be very enlighten- ing to be able to email out a short questionnaire the day after a night out. Of course, like any corporate entity, you might want to skew the ques- tions a little. 1. Being brutally honest, how would you describe my physical appearance: a) Gorgeous b) Ruggedly handsome c) Chiseled good looks d) All of the above. 2. Please select the phrase that best describes our inti- mate dating experience: a) The earth moved. b) Fireworks c) Yippee-Yiyo-ki-yay! d) You made me feel like a woman. 3. On a scale of 10 to 10 (10 being unbelievably fabulous) how would you rate your time spent with me? I think something like that might be incredibly edifying. At the very least you’ll feel pretty good about yourself and if the person doesn’t re- spond, well, you’ll know they were a loser to begin with. Sunderland resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. Muslims celebrating Ramadan now To the editor: The time for spiritual, phys- ical, and moral purification has arrived as Muslims across the world welcome Rama- dan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims en- gage in fasting by abstaining from food, drink, and worldly pleasures from dawn to dusk. Exempted from fasting are children, the elderly, travel- lers, and those who cannot fast due to health conditions. Ramadan is the month in which the Koran, the holy book of Islam, was revealed to the final messenger, Prophet Mu hammad (peace be upon him). In addition to being a religious obligation in Islam, fasting has numerous ben- efits. It is an excellent way to strengthen one’s willpower by controlling instincts and temptations for a fixed pe- riod of time. By doing so, the human being attains higher spiritual realms, ones that are otherwise overlooked in the hustle and bustle of life. Although fasting can be a challenging task, Muslims continue their daily routine; be it school or work. Hunger is surely felt in the cold winter days, and thirst is felt in the heat of the summer, but the believers tough it out. Each night, friends and families enjoy delicious meals as they break the fast and prepare for the next one. The month of Ramadan is a time for celebrating the bounties of the Almighty and a means of self-purification. It is a unique time for reflec- tion, sharing, and forgiveness. Across the world, Muslims in this month participate in charities to feed the hungry and provide shelter to the homeless. In the cycle of life, Ramadan is the annual spiritual charger. At the end of the Holy month, Muslims celebrate Eid ul-Fitr with congregational prayers, gift giving, feasts, and thank- ing God for an opportunity to have experienced the blessed Month of Ramadan. Zaheer Abbas Karim, Ajax Pickering forced to live up to commitments To the editor: Re: ‘Pickering may be forced to legal action’, Oct. 10 edito- rial. This editorial stance is very surprising. I have been at the land exchange meetings. The vast majority of people at each of these meetings were pleased to repeatedly hear that the Agricultural Preserve was safe from development and not part of the discus- sion. I have seen Mayor Dave Ryan and Pickering Planning Department representatives in attendance. How could they say they didn’t know what was happening? However, this is just a smoke screen. The City of Pickering losing its planning rights has nothing to do with the Seaton Land exchange. Years ago the City Of Pickering made the plan for developing Pickering which included an Agricul- tural Preserve to the west of Duffin’s Creek. The land east of Duffin’s Creek, known as Seaton, is to be developed as the original Pickering plan stated. Note, the City approved this plan, including the Ag Pre- serve. The province also ap- proved Pickering’s land man- agement plan including the Agricultural Preserve. Now, years later with the financial support of these same devel- opers who own property on the Ag Preserve, Pickering makes a new growth manage- ment plan which develops the preserve. Pickering has lost their planning rights because they will not live up to their origi- nal agreement to conserve the Agricultural Preserve, but insist on proceeding with a new plan which destroys the Preserve. This Liberal Government and the previous Tory govern- ment saw a need to preserve agricultural lands and agreed with the Pickering plan for the Ag Preserve and now are sim- ply making Pickering live up to their commitments. Larry Noonan Pickering EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Having a little fun with filling out forms James is the best choice for Pickering Ward 2 IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: Do you think we do enough to honour our vets at this time of year? Yes or No? Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Are you worried about the safety of children’s candy handed out on Halloween? Votes cast: 144 No: 54.9 % Yes: 45.1 % A reflection of his photographic skills The sight of these yachts reflected in the water at Frenchman’s Bay Yacht Club was something Don Grant says he couldn’t believe, so he grabbed his camera and snapped the picture and brought it to the News Advertiser. 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There are former councillors, a school trustee, and retirees and young faces new to the political scene. The Pickering News Advertiser’s choice in Ward 2 is Terry James. Mr. James brings a long past in municipal government and ex- tensive community involvement. Mr. James brings common sense plans to the table. Mr. James represents a fresh perspective for Pickering council. And that’s exactly what’s needed as issues of importance to Ward 2, and the city as a whole, come before councillors and the mayor. In the coming weeks and months, the new Ward 2 representative has to play a lead role in helping to finally resolve the issue of the proposed controversial nuclear alerting sirens. They will also have to tackle the Ward 2 traffic safety issues that have been mentioned so often during this election campaign. In addition, they will have to be up to speed on the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve and Seaton, as the City and Province continue to fight over how to de- velop north Pickering. The well-spoken Mr. James brings the leadership qualities need- ed in each of these instances and the others sure to arise. Along with his lengthy career as a staff member with the former City of Scarborough, Mr. James has been actively involved in Pick- ering for most of his 21 years living in the city. His extensive list of community work culminated in him being named Pickering’s Volunteer of the Year in 2004. Finally, he’s also not making pie-in-the-sky promises, as many of his opponents are, that the City will start delivering tax freezes upon his arrival. In an age of politicians saying whatever it takes to get elected, the position is a fresh approach. Mr. James has a firm understanding that while fiscal responsibility must be exercised, years of federal and provincial cutbacks to municipalities, along with Pickering councils that didn’t put away for these rainy days, means council has to choose between increasing rates or cutting services. Not many people are going to choose service cuts. Mr. James represents a new beginning for Pickering and deserves voters’ support. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com P PA GE A7 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 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 Nov. 4 Pickering Advisory Committee 7:00 pm on Race Relations & Equity Nov. 9 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Nov. 10 Committee of Adjustment 7:30 pm Nov. 11 Waterfront Coordinating Committee 7:00 pm Nov. 11 Planning Committee & Committee 7:30 pm of the Whole Santa Claus Parade Saturday, Nov. 13 Glenanna Rd., from Dixie Rd. to Pickering Town Centre commencing at 10:30 am cityofpickering.com/greatevents 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 Health Club Memberships Less than $34. per month Call the Recreation Complex Today 905.683.6582 Reminder to All City of Pickering PROPERTYTAXPAYERS Sign-Up Now For The City’s Pre-authorized PropertyTax Payment Plan Sign up now and pay your 2005 property taxes conveniently over an 11 month period from January 1 to November 1, 2005 Pre-authorized payments have many benefits There are no cheques to write. You don’t have to look for a parking space. You don’t have to wait in line to pay your taxes. You save on postage and/or transportation costs. You don’t have to keep track of due dates or payments. You avoid paying a penalty for missing a due date. Are you Eligible? If you own residential property in the City of Pickering and have no outstanding taxes, you can take advantage of this convenient program. Your initial application is valid as long as you own the property and for as long as you want to stay in the plan. You do not have to re-apply every year. You can cancel at any time. For further information, please contact the Corporate Services Department at 905.420.4614 or visit our web site at cityofpickering.com Applications must be received by November 30, 2004. Remembrance Day Service Thursday, November 11th at 10:45 am Pickering Civic Complex, City Hall A City of Opportunity The City of Pickering is Toronto's eastern neighbour and home to a growing community that blends business opportunities, cultural diversity and historical rural settings with a picturesque Lake Ontario waterfront. We are committed to efficiency in the delivery of services to our 93,400 residents, and offer a progressive culture that values innovation, enthusiasm and community responsibility. The City of Pickering is seeking energetic, enthusiastic Fitness Instructors to join our team. Under the general direction of the Supervisor, Facility Programs and the guidance and leadership of the Kinesiologist, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, coordinating and conducting of fitness programs, which provide exemplary customer service and participant safety in a professional and effective manner. Successful candidates must meet the following minimum requirements: •Successful completion of secondary school education. • Current OFC, Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR certification. • One year of work-related experience. •Must be medically and physically fit to perform the duties of the position. • Good interpersonal, leadership, organizational, communication (written and oral in English) and customer service skills. • Must be willing to work irregular hours, on holidays and on weekends. • Demonstrated ability to plan and develop short and long-range fitness class programs. If you are interested in working somewhere fun and exciting, please submit a detailed resume on or before Friday, November 12, 2004. Drop off or mail to: Human Resources Division City of Pickering One The Esplanade L1V 6K7 By Fax:905.420.4638 By email:hr@city.pickering.on.ca Directly online at cityofpickering.com In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act,the information gathered is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act,R.S.O.1990, c.M.45, and will be used to select a candidate. We thank all those individuals who apply; however, only those applicants granted an interview will be acknowledged. An Equal Opportunity Employer Exclusively for Pickering Teens ages 13 - 19 Call to register today 905.420.4660 ext. 6100 Pickering Teen Idol - Semi Finals Petticoat Creek Community Centre (470 Kingston Rd.) Saturday, November 6, 2004 - 7 pm - 10 pm The City of Pickering dedicated the community’s newest defibrillator at Petticoat Creek Community Centre on Wednesday, October 27th . The unit was donated by the membership of the Pickering Men’s Slowpitch League, in memory of Brian English. The Public Access Defibrillator Program is a very important project within the City, the support of the Pickering Men’s Slowpitch League is an integral part of this lifesaving initiative. Mayor David Ryan, Dara English, Mr. & Mrs. English & Councillor Kevin Ashe Parade Route follows Glenanna Road from Dixie Road to Pickering Town Centre P PAGE A8 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 NOTICE OF PASSING OF AN INTERIM CONTROL BY-LAW TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering passed Interim Control By-law Number 6385/04 on October 18,2004,copy of which is attached hereto. A key map showing the location of the lands to which the Interim Control By-law applies is attached as Schedule “I” and “II” to By-law 6385/04. The purpose and effect of By-law Number 6385/04 is to restrict institutional uses on the lands zoned “A-Rural Agricultural Zone” by By-laws 3036, 3037, respectively, identified on the two schedules of By-law Number 6385/04. Adoption of Interim Control By-law 6385/04 allows the City to complete a study to review the land use planning policies to evaluate the appropriateness of institutional uses for all lands zoned “A-Rural Agricultural” in By-laws 3036 and 3037,with respect to zoning conformity with current Official Plan designations,and uses to be permitted in the Zoning By-laws. This Interim Control By-law is in effect for one year from the date of passing,namely October 18,2004,and can be extended by Council for up to one additional year. AND TAKE NOTICE that any individual, corporation or public body may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of Interim Control By-law 6385/04 by filing with the Clerk of the Corporation of the City of Pickering no later than the 17th day of December, 2004, a Notice of Appeal setting out the reasons for the appeal. The Notice of Appeal must be accompanied by the fee required by the Ontario Municipal Board,which is $125.00. Cheques must be made payable to the “Minister of Finance”. AND TAKE NOTICE that only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal an Interim Control By-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A Notice of Appeal may not be filed by an unin- corporated association or group. However,a Notice of Appeal may be filed in the name of an indi- vidual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THIS MATTER MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE CITY’S PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT 905.420.4617. Dated at the City of Pickering this 27th day of October,2004. Bruce Taylor, AMCT,CMM,City Clerk City of Pickering,One The Esplanade Pickering,Ontario. L1V 6K7 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NO. 6385/04 Being an “Interim Control By-law” passed pursuant to Section 38(1) of the Planning Act,R.S.O.1990,as amended, for lands in the City of Pickering WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering, pursuant to Section 38(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, has passed Resolution 130/04, directing that a review or study be undertaken in respect of land use planning policies for Institutional Uses in Agricultural Zones for various lands in the City of Pickering; AND WHEREAS Section 38(1) of the Planning Act,R.S.O. 1990, as amended, authorizes the Council of a local municipality to pass an “Interim Control By-law” to prohibit the use of land, buildings or struc- tures within the municipality or within any defined area or areas thereof for, or except for, such pur- poses as are set out in the By-Law; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering deems it appropriate to pass an “Interim Control By-law” for those lands designated Interim Control Area on Schedule I attached hereto; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HERE- BY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1.SCHEDULES I & II Schedules I & II attached to this By-law, with notations and references shown thereon, is hereby declared to be part of this By-law. 2.AREA RESTRICTED The provisions of this By-law shall apply to those lands zoned ‘A – Rural Agricultural Zone’ and designated “Interim Control Area” on Schedules I & II attached hereto. 3.GENERAL PROVISIONS No building, land or part thereof shall hereafter be used, occupied, erected, moved or structurally altered except in conformity with the provisions and / or requirements of this By-law. 4.DEFINITIONS In this By-law: (1) “Interim Control By-law” shall mean a by-law as defined in Section 38(1) of the Planning Act,R.S.O. 1990, as amended; (2) “Interim Control Area” shall mean those lands crosshatched on Schedule I & II attached hereto; and, 5.PROVISIONS (1) Uses Permitted (“Interim Control Area”) The following uses shall be permitted within the “Interim Control Area” identified on Schedules I & II attached hereto: (a) existing lawful uses; (b) minor additions to existing lawful uses; (c) for lands subject to Zoning By-law 3036: (i) agricultural uses as set out in Section 7.1.2; (ii) accessory agricultural residential uses as set out in Section 7.1.2.1; (iii) recreational uses as set out in Section 7.1.3; and, (iv) business uses as set out in Section 7.1.4.2 in Zoning By-law 3036; and, (d) for lands subject to Zoning By-law 3037: (i) residential uses as set out in Section 6.1.1; (ii) home occupation uses as set out in Section 6.1.1.1; (iii) agricultural uses as set out in Section 6.1.2; (iv) accessory agricultural residential uses as set out in Section 6.1.2.1; (v) recreational uses as set out in Section 6.1.3; and, (vi) business uses as set out in Section 6.1.4.2 of Zoning By-law 3037. (2) Zone Requirements (“Interim Control Area”) No person shall, within the “Interim Control Area” identified on Schedules I & II attached hereto, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure unless it complies with the zone requirements for “Rural Agricultural Zone A” set out in Sections 7.2, 7.3 and 7.4 in Zoning By-law 3036 or Sections 6.2 and 6.3 of Zoning By-law 3037 respectively unless such uses legally existed on the day prior to the date of the passing of this by-law. 6.BY-LAW APPLICABILITY Definitions and subject matters not specifically dealt with in this Interim Control By- law shall be governed by relevant provisions of Zoning By-law 3036 as amended, and Zoning By-law 3037 as amended. 7.EFFECTIVE DATE This By-law shall take effect from the day of passing hereof and shall remain in effect for one (1) year from the date of passing hereof, unless repealed or extended in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended. BY-LAW read a first, second, and third time and finally passed this 18th day of October, 2004. SCHEDULE I TO BY-LAW 6385/04 (signed) David Ryan David Ryan, Mayor (signed) Bruce Taylor Bruce Taylor, Clerk SCHEDULE II TO BY-LAW 6385/04 Like one of our photos? It can be yours. For photo reprint details see ‘c ustomer service’ at durhamregion.com This Week Uxbridge Times- Journal NEWS ADVERTISER Canadian Statesman BROOKLIN the Citizen Metroland Durham Region Media Group Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Making a spectacle of himself PICKERING — St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School students held a walk-a-thon recently to raise money for the popular Scientists in Schools program, library books, and art performances. Stephen Arnold, left, and Karl Mueller were among the 489 students to take part, raising $13,000. Dickerson told not to use Pickering logo for campaign Crawford can’t hold two elected seats Pickering Ward 2 residents vote Nov. 8 PICKERING — Byelection candidate Doug Dickerson has again been told not to use the City of Pickering’s logo for election purposes. The Ward 2 hopeful was using the corporate logo on his website as a link to information about the byelection on the City’s site. The logo, which has been removed, is copyrighted and Mr. Dickerson did not speak to the City before using it. “It’s a direct link into the City’s site. I and every resident of Pickering has ownership of the logo,” Mr. Dickerson said when questioned about the site Wednesday. He said he received a letter from the clerk’s department last week and within a few hours the logo had been removed. Mr. Dickerson has previously been told by the City not to use the logo. During last year’s municipal election he used it on his pamphlets while run- ning for mayor. When contacted about the matter City clerk Bruce Taylor did not com- ment. “We’re dealing with it in a legal man- ner,” he said. PICKERING — Wa rd 2 candidate and school Trustee Paul Crawford will have to leave the board table if elected to council in the byelection Monday. Despite indicating at the all-can- didates debate Oct. 27 that his con- stituents wouldn’t lose him as a trustee if he was elected as City councillor, Mr. Crawford said in an interview this week that what he meant was residents would still be able to call him with education-related concerns or ques- tions. Pickering clerk Bruce Taylor said under the Municipal Act if Mr. Craw- ford were elected he would have to re- sign his Durham District School Board seat. “(There is) a section that essentially says a person cannot hold two local government offices,” Mr. Taylor said. “If he were to win and be sworn in at the Nov. 15 council meeting, at the point he is sworn in, his seat becomes vacant.” A/P PAGE A2 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004A/P PAGE B1 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com TONIGHT The Ajax Axemen junior ‘A’ hockey team faces the Oshawa Legionaires at the Oshawa Civic Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Sports Briefs NOVEMBER 3, 2004 [ Basketball ]] Scotiabank, Select settle for draw on the court AJAX — Scotiabank and Select Food Products brought their distinc- tively different games to the court last Wednesday night. What it all added up to, however, was the teams played to a 36-36 tie in a highly entertaining Ajax Ladies’ Recre- ational Basketball League contest. Scotiabank ruled the paint, as well as displayed its tight defensive play. Meanwhile, Select Food Products re- sponded with a strong inside-outside game and were able to break down the bankers’ defence on key possessions. Select’s Nadine Kirton led all scor- ers with 12 points, including two treys. Sonia Thomas’s 11 led the way for Sco- tiabank. In Game 2, East Side Mario’s came back from two 10-point deficits, but with the game close in the last three minutes couldn’t match the disciplined play of Donland’s Jewellers, which pulled away for a 54-42 victory. Jewellers’ Lana Edmonstone spar- kled in a fine individual performance, netting 19 points. Nadine Kruss also shone for Don- land’s on this evening with a personal- best nine points, despite getting into foul trouble. Most of the fouls, however, be- longed to East Side, which put the jewellers into bonus in both halves. Kim Bourque, usually a key offensive weap- on, managed only four points before fouling out. Julie Hughes, also in early foul trouble, paced East Side Mario’s with 13 points. Players in the league live in Ajax and Pickering. Evening of hoops at Pickering High raises funds for hospital AJAX — A former Durham Region basketball player hopes his hoops show- case this weekend will generate some cash for the local hospital. Dwayne Delves, through his com- pany, Chosen One Entertainment, is or- ganizing the second annual charity event at Pickering High School this Saturday, Nov. 6. The evening kicks off with a game between a Durham Region all-star girls’ squad and a Scarborough team. A dunk contest is slated for 6:30 p.m., followed by a game featuring ‘old school’ versus ‘new school’ at 7:30 p.m. Last year, $600 was raised for two charitable causes, including Rouge Val- ley Ajax Pickering hospital. This year, Delves, a former St. Mary Catholic Sec- ondary School Monarchs senior basket- ball player, says he hopes the event will double the proceeds. Pickering High School’s at 180 Church St. North, Ajax. For more information, call Delves at 416-316-7844. [ Soccer ] City goalkeeper keeps Saints marching forward PICKERING — A Pickering goal- keeper has emerged as a big part of the College of St. Scholastica Saints men’s soc- cer team of Du- luth, Minnesota. Freshman Adam White- head has kept St. Scholastica on the march this season, as the Saints captured the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) conference title over Northwestern College, of St. Paul, Minn. 1-0 in overtime on Saturday. Whitehead earned his second shutout of the post-season. The previous day, the Saints reg- istered a 3-0 semifinal victory over Bethany Lutheran College of Mankato, Minn. The Saints now move on to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Region 3 Tournament next weekend. Whitehead has played a prominent role in helping the Saints this year, being named the college’s player of the week three times. He was named the UMAC player of the week in early September when he posted a shutout over Northwestern College in St. Scholastica’s season opener. Pickering ball players part of Canadian content Canucks front and centre on South Carolina school’s diamond By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Two years ago, going to Carolina was the furthest thing from the minds of two city softball players. Now, South Carolina’s Winthrop University is the only place they want to be. Hilary Peacock and Laura Hill, of Pickering, are part of a formidable Ca- nadian connection on the Lady Eagles’ women’s softball team. In fact, the two sophomore infielders are two of eight Canucks at the Rock Hill, S.C.- based campus. And, so far, that Cana- dian content has been instrumental in pushing Winthrop to new heights in the NCAA Division 1 Big South Confer- ence. Peacock recalls visiting some Divi- sion 1 schools in the New England area, as well as contemplating play- ing more than one sport (she played softball, volleyball and basketball at Dunbarton High School) while attend- ing the University of Guelph before Winthrop softball head coach Mark Cooke came calling. “It was pretty last minute,” recalls the 19-year-old, a first baseman with the Lady Eagles. “I wanted to go to the New England area. It pretty much hap- pened quickly –– it was a last-minute thing. It’s been such a different experi- ence than if I had stayed at home. Not too many people get to do what I do. I don’t regret it at all.” “I expected to go to Dalhousie Uni- versity (in Halifax) when this kind of came about,” adds Hill, 20, a desig- nated hitter-third baseman with the Lady Eagles. “I had no prior thought of venturing down to South Carolina. It’s such a laid-back atmosphere here. It’s so different from the GTA and the weather’s always great.” Hill and Peacock enjoyed strong freshman seasons with the Lady Eagles, helping Winthrop to a solid second-place finish in the Big South Conference behind Texas A & M at Corpus Christie. Individually, Hill was named to the second team all-confer- ence team at DH. Both believe next season will be even better, as evidenced by the strong, ab- breviated fall season. Winthrop finished with a perfect 11-0 mark in the recently completed season, which consisted of two tourna- ments at the university’s Eagle Softball Complex in late September. “One of the teams we played, Uni- versity of South Carolina Spartanburg, was a team that beat us last year. We beat them this year 8-1, which shows the improvement of our players,” says Peacock. “We have good pitching and defence, so I definitely like our chanc- es in the spring.” The two also might never have ended up at Winthrop had Cooke not taken up an offer to see some members of the Markham Tigers tier 1 midget girls’ softball team play in a series of GTA tournaments two summers ago. Cooke recalls being surprised at being the only U.S. college coach scouting the southern Ontario teams. “When you go to a tournament in the U.S. there are 30 teams there with 50 to 70 college coaches there,” ex- plains Cooke, who’s been the head of the women’s softball program for the past 15 years. “The first time I came to Canada, I saw 30 teams play and I was the only college coach there. I do agree that (Canada’s) an untapped resource.” Cooke’s enjoyed a virtual recruiting smorgasbord in southern Ontario, not- ing his scouting trips yielded numer- ous diamond gems from the Markham Tigers, including Peacock and Hill, as well as signing other Canadians over the past two years. Another Pickering freshman and Pickering High gradu- ate, shortstop Stephanie Reid, has also joined Winthrop’s softball ranks. “I saw some of (the Markham) kids play and before I knew it, I got one, got two, got three and then went back this year and got four more,” says Cooke. “They’re good ball players. When peo- ple ask me why I have so many Cana- dians, I tell them I’m the only (U.S.) college coach up there and I get the ones I want. And, I plan on recruiting a lot more.” Currently, Peacock and Hill are un- dergoing eight hours of weight train- ing and batting practice each week in preparation for the main spring sea- son, set to get underway in February. The players make use of a softball- only facility at the university that not only has the team’s locker room, but features two adjoining indoor batting cages, and a pitching mound. Hill, a Pickering High graduate, says being among a large group of Canadi- ans has made the transition to playing and living in the U.S. much easier. “It’s nice to bring a piece of home with you,” says Hill. “Everyone gets along just great.” “Everyone gets along and we have fun together,” adds Peacock. “We joke on and off the field.” Peacock says the transition to the U.S. game was made easier because of the heavy practice and game schedule during her years with the Markham midgets. She says, however, that Cooke’s emphasis on an off-season program has paid dividends. “Conditioning and weight training have helped our game a lot. It’s starting to show,” she says. Peacock admits candidly that she felt extra pressure being platooned at first base last season. But, this year, she’ll be the everyday first baseman, which should have a positive effect. “I think I’ll play better, personally, without the competition (at first base),” says Peacock. Both Hill and Peacock say they’re enjoying the academic experience at Winthrop. Hill is a biology major, while Peacock is majoring in business ad- ministration, but may change to psy- chology. The small campus has been ideal. “They have smaller classes, so you’re not just a number,” says Hill. The Lady Eagles open the 2005 sea- son at the University of Georgia Feb. 11 to 13 before flying to Hawaii to play at the University of Hawaii’s annual softball tournament over the March break. NOTES: Other Canadians on the team are: Christina Campoli (Toronto), Janiva Willis (Irishtown, New Bruns- wick), Jacqueline Trotter (Kitchener), Sarah Magee (Newmarket) and Jenny Scrymgeour (Unionville). Submitted photo Laura Hill, left, and Hilary Peacock have been enjoying life on the diamond and in the classroom at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Both are coming off solid freshman seasons for the Lady Eagles women’s softball team, with Hill ending the cam- paign on the second-team all conference team at designated hitter. The two Pickering players are part of a large Canadian contin- gent at Winthrop, with six others on the roster. Konikow lands on Canadian women’s boxing team Pickering-based boxer originally started fighting for fitness By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — An ICU nurse for the past seven years, Amber Konikow was just looking for a good, stress-relieving workout three years ago. Little did she know her search for physical fitness would lead her into the boxing ring. Now, the 30-year-old fighter with Pickering’s Liverpool Boxing Club will enter the international ring as a late addition to the Canadian female box- ing team travelling to the ‘Poland vs. Canada’ tournament in Glince, Poland from Nov. 1 to 8. Konikow replaces Canadian cham- pion Shannon Hook in the 75-kilo- grams weight class. She’ll join 11 other boxers on the team. She was brought aboard after get- ting a call three weeks ago from the Liverpool club’s head coach, Preston Roberts, advising her that the national team needed a fighter in the weight class to go to Poland. Roberts recom- mended Konikow and the rest is his- tory. “I was in shock,” says Konikow. “It was like, ‘Oh my goodness’. I think my mom was more shocked than I was. I’m very honoured that our club was called upon and I’m honoured to be recognized for my skills and dedica- tion.” In the three weeks since getting the call, Konikow has been working out twice a day every day in preparation for the Poland event. Some time each day is spent in the ring, while most is spent on increasing her physical fit- ness and the endurance that will be critical to her success against interna- tional amateur fighters. She says she has no goals in mind when she steps into the ring, only to put her skills and training to their best use possible. “I’m so happy to be there in the ring doing my thing,” she says. “I feel so proud of myself. Winning would be a bonus –– that’s how I look at it.” Her boxing career began in earnest at Top Glove Boxing in Azilda, near Sudbury, three years ago. She was urged by a nursing friend to try the sport. “I wanted to join a club and get in shape, but I wanted to try something different,” she recalls. “I began learn- ing different techniques and I liked it a lot.” She’s been hooked on boxing ever since. “I just got addicted to boxing. I never thought I would end up competing,” she says. An ICU nurse at the Oshawa site of Lakeridge Health Corporation, Koni- kow moved to Whitby more than a year ago and immediately signed on with the Liverpool Club. After losing several initial bouts, she began to ac- crue some success at the novice divi- sion, including the provincial novice title for her weight class. She’s since moved up to the open class (fighters with more than 10 fights) and admits she has struggled. “Now, I’m boxing against people who’ve had 10, 20, 30 fights, so I’ve lost a few again. But, I think I’m develop- ing my skills fairly well,” she says. Following the Poland trip, she plans to take a week off from training before launching back into it in order to be as ready as possible for the open provin- cial championships in December. “I have higher expectations this year,” she notes. “I want to win (the provincials), I really do.” Being a female who’s a latecomer to the sport has never been an impedi- ment, says Konikow. At both the Sud- bury-area and Pickering clubs, she’s just another fighter. “I feel we’ve all been treated equal- ly,” she says of the clubs, especially Liverpool, which has a solid reputa- tion as a training ground for female boxers. “I’ve been sparring mainly with men and you’ll get hit if you don’t block. I don’t want any special treat- ment. I want to be treated the same as everyone else.” She notes her husband, Joe Hurban, is her biggest booster in boxing. “He’s been very supportive in every way,” she says. Al Rivett/ News Advertiser photo Amber Konikow earned the opportunity to join the Canadian women’s boxing team at a tournament in Poland. Adam Whitehead Nicholls, Ward added to list of national-level honourees after annual banquet By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Two swimmers re- ceived a hallowed place within the Pickering Swim Club after an out- standing season. Laura Nicholls, 26, and Jessica Ward, 16, were inducted into the club’s ‘Wall of Fame’, reserved for swimmers who’ve competed successfully on the national level, at the club’s swimming banquet at Ajax’s Victorian Banquet Hall last Thursday night. Each re- ceived a framed photograph that will be displayed in the club’s trophy case in the Pickering Recreation Complex’s main foyer. Their names will also be inscribed on a trophy, also to be on display. For Pickering Swim Club head coach Lucie Hewitt-Henderson, the accolades were well-deserved. “Both of you have demonstrated great leadership skills. You’ve led by example. It’s been my pleasure and honour to demand the very best out of you,” said Hewitt-Henderson. For Nicholls, the 2003-04 season was a bittersweet campaign, marking her first year at the Pickering club under Hewitt-Henderson after leav- ing her former team in Waterloo. At the Canadian Olympic Swim Trials at the Etobicoke Olympium Pool in July, she captured the gold medal in her specialty, the 50-metre freestyle, in a new Canadian record time of 25.60, breaking her previous mark of 25.68, set in her heat also at trials. The time, however, wasn’t enough to land her for a third time on the Ca- nadian Olympic team. In fact, the time was a mere eight one hundredths of a second off the qualifying standard. She also set a new Canadian short- course record in the 50-metre freestyle at the Eastern Championships in Hali- fax. While swimming in the 200m free, the first length of which can be applied to a 50m record, Nicholls swam the distance in 25.05 seconds. The previ- ous record was 25.14 seconds. Despite the up-and-down nature of the season, Nicholls says she’s never regretted her decision to come to Pick- ering. “I needed a change and I know I made a wise decision to come to Pick- ering and swim for Lucie,” she says. Nicholls’ grandparents, Barrie and Joan Nicholls, of Toronto, were in attendance for the induction. Her grandfather was a top hurdler in Brit- ain in his youth. For Ward, the past season was especially noteworthy as she made her presence felt at the same Cana- dian Olympic Swim Trials. There, she earned a second swim, making the consolation finals of the 200m breast, finishing 14th overall (sixth in the con- sols). She was also 39th in the 100m breast. The induction of Nicholls and Ward to the ‘Wall of Fame’ was the first in approximately five years. Previous honorees included two-time Olympic breaststroker Lisa Flood; Dave Fogel, a national-level swimmer during the 1994-95 season; and Karen Gerroir, a national-level swimmer in 1995-96. Nicholls, in a previous interview, says she plans to continue her training at the Pickering Swim Club this year with an eye to competing in 2005 at the World Swimming championships in Montreal. “As of right now, I’m not looking to swim through 2008,” says Nicholls, who represented Canada in the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta and at the 2000 Games in Sydney. “I am, however, looking towards next summer, and world championships which are being held in Montreal.” NOTES: Plenty of other swimmers received various awards during the annual PSC banquet. They were: • Most improved athletes: Devel- opment team - Meghan Toswell, Mi- randa Madden; Junior blue and Junior red groups - Allison Foster, Victoria Yo ung; white, senior blue and senior red groups - Cameron Powell, Alysha Groff. • Stroke awards: Butterfly - Robyn McCann; backstroke - Mark Storto; breaststroke - Shona Douse; freestyle - Alisa Devers; individual medley - Mi- chael Foster. • Super swimmer award - Meghan Douse. 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Project Architect:Jurecka & Associates Architect,Toronto, ON Sealed submissions clearly marked as “RFP-6-2004, Prequalification of General Contractor for the Pickering Museum Village Program Centre will be received by the Department of Corporate Services, Supply & Services Section, no later than 2:00 pm, local time: Friday, November 12, 2004 Facsimile submissions will not be considered. Submissions received after the closing deadline will not be considered. It is solely the contractor’s responsibility to review the prequalification package for full submission requirements. Prequalification packages are available by contacting Supply & Services, 2 nd Floor, Pickering Civic Complex, Facsimile No. 905.420.5313. The Corporation of the City of Pickering Corporate Services Department Supply & Services, 2 nd Floor One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario LlV 6K7 Vera A. 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NEWS ADVERTISER Wednesday November 3, 2004 A/P PAGE A2 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 Songs from his live DVD on the musical bill of fare for Nov. 20 fundraiser By Al Rivett Staff Editor AJAX — An Ajax musician goes back to where it all began at a special concert this month. Flutist Ron Korb and his band per- form a 10th anniversary concert in Pickering at The Waterfront Bistro, 590 Liverpool Rd., on Saturday, Nov. 20, starting at 8 p.m. The concert also serves as a fundraiser for The Arthritis Society. The night will feature music from Korb’s new CD and collector’s edition DVD, ‘Ron Korb Live’. The internationally renowned flutist (You know the flute riff from the CTV jingle? That’s him) will be accompa- nied on stage by Ray Hickey Jr. on gui- tar, koto and pipa; Steve Bright on bass guitar; and Larry Crowe on drums and percussion. Eleven years ago Korb and his band performed their first concert at what was then Swan’s Marina and now The Waterfront Bistro. “We would like to think of this as our 10th anniversary plus one,” says Korb who grew up in Ajax, but now resides in Toronto. “It’s definitely nice to play in Pickering. That’s the way it was the first time the band played at Swan’s Marina.” Since that concert, Korb has re- leased nine albums internationally and has given concerts on many of the world’s major stages, including Madi- son Square Gardens, Lincoln Center, The Smithsonian Institution and the National Theatre in Panama. This year Korb travelled with his band to Taiwan and Japan where they did a successful concert series, per- forming in Taipei, Taichung and Ku- mamoto. The band also played some college campus concerts for large crowds of screaming students. Typically the au- tograph sessions after the shows would take about an hour with huge lineups, notes Korb. “People from other countries are very receptive,” he says. “Because (the music’s) instrumental, it breaks through the language barrier.” Korb says he’s both glad and excited that the exhausting work on the new collector’s edition of his DVD ‘Ron Korb Live’ is finished. The new col- lector’s edition features an interview- documentary, five extra videos, an audio commentary, expanded photo gallery and an interactive dictionary with sound samples, photos and de- scriptions. The photos were taken by local area artist and resident Gareth Lewis. The DVD — directed by Pierre Lamoureux who has worked with Al- anis Morrisette, The Who, Branford Marsalis, Willie Nelson, and Harry Connick Jr. — was shot in Quebec amidst the backdrop of Mont Artha- baska in a pavilion carved out of the mountain. The collector’s DVD also features six extra tracks not included on the original. The Waterfront concert is presented by Durham Music in Pickering Village and tickets are $30, which includes a buffet and refreshments. Also Durham Music will be raffling off three guitars as prizes at the event: A US Highway 1 Stratocaster, Yamaha solid spruce top acoustic, and a Simon and Patrick SPG guitar. Raffle tickets are $5. All proceeds from the concert and raffle go to The Arthritis Society. For tickets and the ‘Ron Korb Live’ DVD and CD call 905-428-6266. For more information, visit www.ronkorb. com. A/P PAGE B3 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 '-&.*/($0--&(& 01&/)064& 4BUVSEBZ /PWFNCFS BNUPQN t &YQMPSFZPVSDBSFFSPQUJPOT t 5BMLUPPVSGBDVMUZBCPVUDBSFFSTBOEQSPHSBNT t -FBSOBCPVUQBUIXBZTGSPNDPMMFHFUPVOJWFSTJUZ t 3FHJTUFSGPSBDIBODFUPXJO'3&&5VJUJPO 'PSNPSFJOGPSNBUJPOBOEUPSFHJTUFS QMFBTFWJTJUXXXnFNJOHDPMMFHFDPN PSDBMM 1&5&3#0306()t-*/%4":t$0#063(t)"-*#6350/ TRAVEL NOW, PAY LATER* EQUAL PAYMENTS* Interest FreeOR 12 Use Your Sears Card Planning a winter getaway? 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Reg.#2264141 Pickering Town Centre (905) 420-7600 Saturday, November 13th 10-2 p.m. Craft Vendors, Bake Sale, White Elephant Table, Raffle with proceeds towards Easter Seals We also have entertainment by The Musical Memories Band from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Location: The Parkway Retirement Residence 1645 Pickering Parkway • 905-426-6603 V endors please contact Corina or Teresa J I N G L E B E L L B A Z A A RJINGLE B E L L B A Z A A RJINGLE BELL BAZAAR November 6 9:30 pm Straight Shooter R&B, Blues, Rock & Country no cover November 13 9:30 pm Emma Street Rock, Blues & Country no cover November 20 9:30 pm Melgum Road Country & Rock no cover The Puck & Beaver Saloon 172 Hunt Street, Ajax - 905-426-5501 Be sure to take part in our "Beat the Puck" Fundraiser for Rose Cherry's Home for Kids! More Live Music Every Sunday at the Puck & Beaver with their Open Stage Band Jam. Come on out and sing and play with the house band “Too Drunk to Fish” or by yourself or with your band! Flutist Korb bringing his music to Pickering for a good cause Ron Korb, from Ajax, plays a fundrais- ing concert for The Arthritis Society, Saturday, Nov. 20 in Pickering. He will be joined by Ray Hickey Jr., Steve Bright and Larry Crowe. [ Art sale ]] Pickering’s East Shore arists hold sale Nov. 12, 13 PICKERING — The East Shore Art Group will be holding their 4th annual art show and sale next week. Everyone attending will be able to view and purchase paintings by local artists of the East Shore group for two days, Friday, Nov. 12, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale is at the East Shore Com- munity Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. in Pick- ering. Admission is free. Fore more information, call Jacque- line Kennedy 905-420-0094. [ Concerts ] Happy Wanderers coming to Ajax this weekend AJAX — The Ajax Seniors Friend- ship Club welcomes the Happy Wander- ers this Sunday. The Happy Wanderers is a band of 12 that leads listeners in a singalong to the golden oldies. Refreshments are served and there will be a voluntary col- lection of donations for the band. The band is playing Nov. 7 at 42 Ex- eter Rd. at 2 p.m. Wind ensemble in festive mood for December DURHAM — The Lydian Wind En- semble presents its Christmas concert next month. Joining the choir and music director Michael Onyschuk in a celebration of the Christmas season are The English Hand- bells Solo and Duet. The concert is Saturday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hebron Christian Re- formed Church, 4240 Anderson St. N., in Whitby. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students, while children under 12 are free. They are available at the door or by calling the Ensemble at 905-666-3169. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Durham West Arts Centre plays host to poets and writers Thursday evening AJAX — Hear and read from the poets a s the latest Lichen Journal is launched tomorrow at the Durham We st Arts Centre. The literary journal holds a launch Nov. 4, beginning at 7 p.m. Among the contributors from this journal expect- ed to be on hand are Anne Louise Cur- rie, Antony Di Nardo, Glenn Kletke, Laura Taylor and Elana Wolff. Currie an Oshawa resident has received a number of accolades for her poetry, while fellow Oshawa resident Di Nar- do’s work has appeared or is forth- coming in several journals. Kletke, of Kanata, recently released a collection of poems, ‘House on the Edge of Ice,’ and Wolff has published two collec- tions of poetry, ‘Birdheart’ (2001) and ‘Mask’ (2003). Ta ylor, a freelance writer and pho- tographer from Guelph, will have some of her photos from Cuba on display for the evening. Copies of the 2005 journal will be for sale for $8.95 and the authors will autograph the books. Annual sub- scriptions are available for $15, which includes two issues, or $28 for two years. Refreshments will be served and admission is free. The arts centre is at 72B Old Kingston Rd. Pickering Vil- lage in Ajax. For more information, call the cen- tre at 905-686-7697. L ichen Journal launches newest edition Durham woman returns to perform ‘Celtic-inspired music with attitude’ DURHAM — It will be a homecom- ing of sorts for Justine Maw-Farrar when she hits the stage at The Vital Spark next month. It’s been some time since Ms. Maw- Fa rrar played the Brooklin venue, but on Nov. 13 at 8 p.m., she and her band The Shards will perform where she made her first appearance on stage more than 10 years ago. “I’m really looking forward to com- ing and playing in my old home town,” the 34-year-old said. “The Vital Spark’s a very special place for me because it’s the very first place I ever performed, and that goes a long way really. To get rid of stage fright and get the courage from the people who were running The Vital Spark at the time, and are still running (it)... it was their courage that helped me come along.” To day, Ms. Maw-Farrar calls Owen Sound her home. These days, she only makes a few short trips into Brooklin, but she said she still has fond memories of the vil- lage, having lived on Cochrane Street for 27 years. “I lived in the country, and I loved living in the country with all of the amazing farms in the area and the horses. I was quite an outdoors per- son,” said Ms. Maw-Farrar. “We’ve just been sort of cycling, through, doing concert series in the northern Ontar- io area right now, so it’s a real nice treat to come down a bit from Owen Sound and have other people hear our music.” She describes The Shards as hav- ing a very wide selection of musical tastes, and although the band is cat- egorized as a Celtic folk rock band, she said it still plays a variety of music, from traditional folk to traditional Celtic. Its website, www.theshards. ca, boasts that the band performs “Celtic-inspired music with attitude.” The band’s new CD, The Redhaird Boy, was recently released and will be available at the Nov. 13 show. The Vital Spark is located at the Brooklin Community Centre at 45 Cas- sels Rd., and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Tickets for the musical event are $16, and are available at the door or by contacting Mitchell Lumber at 905-655-4991. For more informa- tion, go to www.vitalsparkfolksociety. ca. The Youth Centre is a community health centre for teens and their families, living in Ajax and Pickering. We provide pri- mary care, including medical services, counselling and health promotion activities, as well as programs for young moms. We are currently seeking two candidates for two part-time posi- tions. HEALTH PROMOTER (24.5 hours/week) As a member of the multi-disciplinary team the Health Promot- er will develop, deliver and evaluate health promotion and community development activities for clients ages 13 - 19 years. The successful candidate will have: •A minimum of 3 years health promotion or education experience in an agency involving youth •Proven knowledge and understanding of program planning/evaluation and group facilitation, community development •A strong foundation in the broad determinants of health Candidates must have their own transportation and be willing to work some evenings SOCIAL WORKER (17.5 hours/week) As a member of the multi-disciplinary team the Social Worker will assume the role of client intake coordination and service delivery. This will involve individual and group counselling, as well as wait list management. The successful candidate will have: •An undergraduate degree in Social Work •3-5 years experience working with youth •Strong assessment skills Some evening work required. Mail or faxed applications for either position will be accepted until Friday, November 12th, 2004 addressed to: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR THE YOUTH CENTRE 360 Bayly Street West, Ajax, Ontario. 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Not-For-Profit agency has two positions available: Workshop Facilitator - full-time, 3 month contract, must have university degree, preference given to applicants with prior facilitating experience. Receptionist/Resource Coordinator - part time resource support for our Oshawa and Pickering offices twice a week during extended hours from 4 pm to 8 pm. Both positions require self-motivated team players with sound knowledge of employment issues, resources in the community and strong computer skills in MS office and windows environment. Must have ability to multitask, possess strong communication-, customer service- and typing skills of 50+ wpm. Please forward your resume by mail or fax to Ana by Nov. 10, 2004 Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 15 Colborne St E Oshawa, ON L1G 1M1 Fax (905) 579-1857 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted NEW TO CANADA ? LOOKING FOR WORK? 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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 PICKERING MANUFACTURER REQUIRES ASSEMBLERS. Must have experience and must be able to use power tools. Some heavy lifting. Call Viola at 905-837-8550, ext 238. MACHINIST APPRENTICE Fast growing mold making company is seeking 1st year & 2nd year machinists •Full-time position •Shift work required •Good knowledge of computers •Must have machining experience •Ability to read blue prints We offer a competitive salary & benefit plan. Please e-mail your resume to eounjian@holscoe.ca 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. DURHAM COLLEGE TRAINING COURSES - Are you looking to start a new career or upgrade your skills to advance your current occupation? Durham College has full time computer administration upgrading courses and project management courses. Funding through EI, OSAP, ODSP, WSIB, to qualified. For more info. call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca AZ DRIVER required for Durham area, must have gravel experi- ence. Call (905)983-6375. EMBASSY-1 looking for 20 AZ Drivers for local work. Clean ab- stract, clean CVOR. Also US Driv- ers required, long haul, home weekends, CDRP Fastpass an as- set, but not required. paid for drops, pickups. To start immedi- ately. GM experience an asset but will train. $16.50/hour, mileage 42/mile, Call Barb (905)426- 1901 LIQUID, BULK FREIGHT,DZ driv- er required. Vac tank, 3-5 years experience. Abstract req'd. Profes- sionalism in customer relations. Flexible. 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Call today offer is limited Call Pauline 1-866-888-5288 BABY SHACK*Kids Space, 149 Brock St. North, Whitby, www.babyshack.com. Full time position for MOTIVATED, ENER- GETIC Sales Associate. Qualified candidate should possess excel- lent communication, multi-tasking, organizational skills. Willing to work hard and learn all aspects of our business: sales, inventory, marketing, merchandising. Must be capable of working days, even- ings, weekends as required. Re- tail experience, knowledge of in- fant products an asset. Training provided. Apply in person with re- sume. CAFETERIA HELP required for Oshawa Ski Club. Must be pre- pared to work shifts. Full time and part time positions available. Please bring resume to Open House at the Ski Club, Sunday, Nov. 7, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm or call 905-432-7102 CASH DAILY!$60 - $100/day. Julie (905)571-3260 CANVASSERS REQUIRED for window company. No exp. neces- sary, training available. Highest commission in industry. Also professional INSTALLERS need- ed. Fax resume to (905)571-3229 or call (905)571-3226 CONSTRUCTION labourers and Vactor Truck operators with drivers or DZ licence wanted. Call 905- 655-7122 or fax resume 905-655- 7178, attn: Rick. COURIERS REQUIRED Mon-Fri- day, Days. Earn $600-$1200 weekly. Deliveries throughout the GTA. Also Part-time Order Taker, experience preferred. Call (905)426-2700 CURVES Fitness and weight loss centre is hiring for their Pickering locations: Assistant Manager, full and part-time positions available. Apply if you are sales-oriented, or- ganized, energetic, enthusiastic, and love to work with people. Tr aining provided. Email resume to: curvesresumes@pathcom.com or drop off at: 300 Kingston Rd: 905-509-5578 or 1050 Brock Rd.: 905-421-9550 CUSTOMER service oriented peo- ple with own vehicle required for early morning delivery of the To ronto Star newspaper. 7 days/week. Call (905)438-1170 between 10am.-3pm. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. DRIVING INSTRUCTOR required, Must have instructors license and own late model vehicle. Please call Mary at 905-436-9402. ENTHUSIASTIC & hardworking staff wanted for local pub. Exp. pub cook, bar/wait staff. Call Ge- rald 905-683-8079 EXPERIENCED SNOWPLOW Drivers & Brokers, Bobcat, Front Loader Operators (DZ License an asset). ALSO SIDEWALK CREWS required for Durham Region & GTA. Must have own transporta- tion to office. Mechanical abilities required. Fax resume: 905-649- 1779 or email mary_gaudet@hot- mail.com Serious inquiries only. EXPERIENCED WAIT STAFF re- quired for busy Ajax Restaurant. Call Valerie at 905-426-1444 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 FOOD RUNNER, & dishwasher re- quired for busy Italian Restaurant. Part time and full time. No experi- ence necessary, will train. 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Free Information: www.homeworkersnetwork.com or send S.A.S.E.; QSEI, 111-336 Yonge St., Reference #7-107, Bar- rie,ON, L4N 4C8. (705)726-9070. LUMBERYARD forman/driver needed. Duties: 50% driving, 50% yard work. Looking for someone to grow with expanding building supply centre. Must have DZ license. $16/hour to start, plus benefits. 25min N/E of Oshawa. Send resumes to JAK Building and Construction Ltd., Box 7, Ponty Pool Ont, L0A 1K0. MOBILE TRUCK WASH looking for helper Ability to drive standard an asset. (905)831-3630 SNOW PLOW brokers needed with recent model 4x4 pick- ups/plows. Guaranteed winter con- tract $6,000. South Pickering area. Call 416-569-4219 CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 3, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Accounting Clerk (Bookkeeper) Pa rt Time (3 days) SourcePoint Business Group (Pickering) Accounting firm requires an individual who enjoys challenges and working to deadlines. Position responsibilities include primarily bookkeeping for multiple monthly clients processed in our office. Excellent computer skills and Quick Books experience essential. Please fax your resume and salary expectations to: 905-509-3528 Advertising Representative Metroland, the area’s leader in community publishing needs an experienced Sales Representative. The right person will be; self motivated, experienced, career oriented, able to develop new clients and products and never stop learning. Is this you? If it is, here’s what we can offer you: career growth, base salary and aggressive commission plan, fantastic product and entrepreneurial atmosphere. Please forward resumes to: 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax. L1S 2H5 fax: 905-683-7363 afakhourie@durhamregion.com Metroland NOW HIRING FOR: Management Sales Positions available at: Oshawa Shopping Centre Please contact our Human Resources Team Fax 416-960-0426 Email:humanresources@lechateau.ca Website: www.lechateau.com A major Ontario Distributor of Industrial, Commercial and Residential plumbing, heat- ing and air conditioning equipment is current- ly seeking an experienced INSIDE SALES / COUNTER PERSON for our Ajax division. Heating and Plumbing knowledge is required. Interested individuals please forward resume to: Human Resources Fax: (613) 966-2026. Email: donna.thompson@bardonsupplies.com Thanks to all applicants, but advise only those selected for interview will be contacted. FT INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE Ajax Direct Mail Co. seeks sales oriented, target driven individual to join their Customer Service Team. 2 yrs. call centre/customer service experience & 1 yr. telemarketing experience is essential. The candidate must be a self-motivator with a talent for multi-tasking & good organization. Bilingual ability is advantageous. Fax resume to Karen at 905-686-4697 *Only qualified applicants will be considered USED CAR PROFESSIONAL Articulate professional required with previous sales experience, a positive attitude and a commitment to hard work. We are growing our used car department and offer an excellent pay package for achievers, good benefits, and car allowance. Potential for $60,000. Apply with resume and references to: Whitby Oshawa Honda, 300 Thickson Road South, Whitby or fax 905-666-4571 NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for reliable adults to deliver papers and flyers to businesses in Pickering every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday and must have a reliable vehicle. Call(905)683-5117 Kelly Bays, Carrier Representative (ext. 262) NEWSPAPER CONTRACTOR looking for help counting flyers. Call Amar at 905-404-7727. ORDER ADMINISTRATOR Em- powered Networks Inc. has an opening in its Pickering office for an Order Administrator for a one year contract period with opportu- nity for full time employment. Must have 3 years of order administra- tion experience, be a team player and have ability to work with mini- mal supervision. Excellent organ- izational, problem solving, multi- tasking and computer skills re- quired. Good health and command of the English language both writ- ten and spoken is essential. Fax resume to: 905-839-2681 Attn: Ad- ministration or e-mail to hr@em- powerednetworks.com PRIMERICA,A member of Citigroup, the largest financial services company in the world. Financial services is the number one industry career choice, offering unlimited earnings potential. You could be part of this on a full or part-time basis. As a representative of our company you will possess a winning attitude, be hard working and dedicated to helping our clients in all aspects of their financial wellbeing. We offer full training to licensing by the Province, experience not required. This is an exciting career with a dynamic company. Fax resumes to 905- 436-5876 or call Jill Roberts at 905-436-8499 ext 117. URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals part time and full time with cleaning experi- ence for great new opportunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $10 and up per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious inquires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Trai n You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 Christmas help req'd RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS WANTED IMMEDIATELY. Com- parable pay, excellent working conditions. Fast-growing compa- ny, room for advancement. Per- manent position. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242. SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE Oshawa Residential Complex. Must have exceptional experience in maintenance, administration & cleaning. Excellent salary & benefits Apartment included Please fax resume to: 416-485-7859 THE BAY PICKERING Town Centre Cafe/Restaurant requires experienced part time day, eve- ning and weekend associates. Fax resume to 905-837-0179. WANTED OWNER/OPERATOR's and AZ Company drivers to run mid west, south and New England states. We run all LTL paid per- centage. Call for more information 1-888-335-3187 WHITBY CAFETERIA hiring prep and deli cook. $9.25 per hr. Mon- day - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fax resume to Darren at (905) 428-4950. 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 LOTS FOR SALE Fully treed 1 1/2 acre lots across the street from Lake Scugog, only minutes to town from $99,900. 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 MORTGAGES 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Res/Comm. up to 100% Self employed - Credit problems Call Shane at Avanti Financial 1-866-839-4449 or 905-839-2929 www.avanti-financial.com ESTHETICIAN and/or Make-up Artist. Sales experience. Hiring F/T flexible outgoing individuals for Oshawa location. Qualified candi- dates will attend a 15-day Certifi- cate training program in Toronto. Excellent starting hourly wage + commission. Fax resume to: Salon Owner 905-430-0586. EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST required for Saturdays for Trendy Salon in Pickering 905-426-2005 HAIRSTYLIST & ESTHETICIAN, experience required, for busy sa- lon in Ajax. Chair rental or salary. Call Albert (905)683-2954 THE FACIAL PLACE requires RMT, part time. Drop off resume, Attn: Kim 1084 Salk Rd., Unit #4, facing Brock Rd., Pickering. 905-831-9700. BRICK LAYER looking for experienced labourer. Call (905)986-5602 after 7:00pm. DRILL PRESS OPERATOR,3 years experience, full-time, year round, wage negotiable, benefits available after 3 months. North Pickering area, respond by fax 905-683-3734 MOBILE CRANE operator needed. Fax resume with desired wage to 705-939-2474. SHEET METAL INSTALLER 2nd-3rd year apprentice. Req'd for busy company. Experience an as- set, full time work available. Con- tact 905-432-9702 or fax resume to 905-432-1167. SYSTEMS FURNITURE installa- tion firm requires reliable people with own tools, Full-time & contract. Must be reliable/hard- working. Pickering area. Fax resume 905-686-0979 or e-mail obriens@bellnet.ca TRANSPORTATION Logistics company seeking office staff for shift work. Candidates will require the ability to work in team environ- ment, customs exp. and computer skills. Wages negotiable with ex- perience. E-mail resume to; eldo2@bellnet.ca WANTED: PAINTER/PREPPER also Frame Technician for busy collision shop. Hourly wage. Call (905)983-1118. FULL-TIME BOOKKEEPER/OF- FICE manager for sales and ser- vice marina. Must be proficient in Quickbooks Pro (incl. multi-curren- cy) and Microsoft Excel. Fax re- sume and salary expectations to (905) 428-8395. Only candidates selected for interview and Quick- books testing will be contacted. MATURE PERSON REQUIRED part time for small office. Duties in- clude filing, accounting and recep- tion. Pleasant telephone manner and good communications skills an asset. Call (905) 427-0390. Mon- day - Friday. O'BRIEN - BALKA & ELRICK Busy civil litigation lawyer needs bright efficient assistant with mini- mum 5 years experience in civil liti- gation for maternity leave position (one year plus). Must be able to work in fast pasted environment. Send resume to Vicky , 219 King ST. E. Oshawa, L1H 1C5 REQUIRED immediately entry lev- el administrative assistant for fast paced insurance services compa- ny.Must possess some computer knowledge and excellent typing skills, french and/or medical back- ground an asset. Please fax re- sume 905-839-9406 AVON Join the ranks of the self-employed. Earn your Christmas Money now. Free Gift-Call Heidi (905)509-1163 AVON Sales Dealers needed to sell Christmas Products Receive a free beauty product value $39. Call today offer is limited Call Mary 905-427-2292 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. SALESPERSON NEEDED in jew- ellery store. Full/part time, excel- lent wages/bonuses, start immedi- ately. Experience preferred. Drop off resume at Bellagio Jewellers - Oshawa Centre or fax attention to Antonio (905) 432-8171 or (905) 665-9194 OUTGOING, ENERGETIC,self motivated sales person required to join Rawhide International team in the Whitby area. Furniture experience preferred. F/T posi- tions with attractive salary and commission. Fax resume to 905-513-9917. DENTAL assistant and reception- ist wanted. Apply with resume to 5 Points Mall Dental Office. No phone calls please. DENTAL ASSISTANT/Reception- ist required full-time, experienced. Call 905-420-6226 EXPERIENCED COOKS required south Ajax location, weekends & days, full & part time, apply in per- son at Scrambles, 527 Westney Rd. S. or phone 905-428-0903 EARN STEADY MONEY part- time. We require vocal, keyboard, drum, guitar and bass teachers. Must read music, and play by ear. Call (905)579-6601 2-STOREY,COURTICE, across from park. 2186sq ft., 4-bdrms, 3 bathrooms, c/a, c/v, oak cabinets, deck, large fenced yard, $289,900. (905)433-1713 DETACHED 3-bedroom, double garage, 2-1/2 baths, spacious kitchen, family room (hardwood), 10+, $269,900. Raj Monga. Sutton Group Regal Realty (416)291- 0929 FIRST TIME BUYERS $166,800. To tally renovated, new flooring, bathroom, windows, gas furnace, finished basement with 2pc. bath, 4 appliances, Mary/Adelaide Oshawa area. Move in for Christ- mas. Days 905-728-9380; Eve. 905-728-4353. LINDSAY AREA - 3 bedroom brick bungalow, fireplace, c/air, 1 1/2 baths, attached garage, new roof, Hwy. 35 near hospital. $210,000. (705)359-1195 NORTH WHITBY - 3 large bed- rooms, 1700 sq. ft. hardwood - new laminate, fenced, front pro- fessionally landscaped, inter- locked. $217,900. (905)668-8459 PRIVATE SALE BY OWNER Courtice, quiet court location, backs onto park. 2 storey brick, 4 bdrms, 3 baths, ensuite spa, brick patios, inground pool. Available November 1st $399,000 firm. OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Oct 30th, 1-3 pm & Saturday Nov. 6th 2-4 pm (905)263-8666. LEVEL WATERFRONT building lot near Buckhorn (approximately 2hrs from Toronto.) 100’ River Frontage with deeded dock access to Buckhorn Lake. For directions and photos visit: www.nexicom.net/~andrewr or call 705-745-2124. 1000-SQ-FT IND/COMM UNIT in downtown Oshawa. Suitable for contractor/workshop. $1,000/mo inclusive (905)571-5138 1800 SQ. FT.industrial/commer- cial space. Available immediately. $1100 monthly. 905-576-0498 or 905-725-9503. COMMERCIAL SPACE,approx 1100sq.ft. freestanding building with parking, Oshawa. Main street frontage, near 401, $1500/month inclusive. Available immediately. Alec (416)265-6226 INDUSTRIAL UNIT, near Oshawa Centre, bay with roll-up door & side entrance. ample parking, good for machining, tool & die, auto repair, detailing. All inclusive, very reasonable. Month-to-month lease accepted. Low budget stor- age units avail. (905)576-2982 AJAX PLAZA - Retail space 1000sq ft, Office space 1360sq ft. Available immediately. Next to 401. Low rates, good parking. Call Mr. Harari (416)630-0111. ReMax Realtron Realty. PICKERING office/warehouse space from 650sq.ft-1200sq.ft. Available immediately. From $500/month. Visit www.life insurancebrokers.com/officerental/ officeforrentindex.html.,call 905-426-6011 or email polzini@rogers.com PROFESSIONAL FURNISHED OFFICES (3). Includes recep- tion/admin functions. Whitby, only 4 mins from 401. $300-$500. Call (905)433-0040 SECOND FLOOR OFFICE UNIT, approx. 560sq.ft., Simcoe St.N., Oshawa location. Available imme- diately. Parking on premises. Call Kathy or Bob (905)576-5123. TAKE OVER LEASE - Located in Port Perry, 4 room, reception, kitchenette and washroom. Ideal for real estate, insurance, financial, health. Buy leaseholds for only $4,000 and current rent is under $1,000/month. Call Debby 905- 424-0965. WHITBY COMMERCIAL $355,000.5 bedroom house on 7x 200 lot great for professionals, lawyers, accountants mortgage real estate offices, non-profit org., etc. Great investment call Lynn at 905-576-6627 PICKERING VILLAGE, busiest corner, Hwy#2/Church St. 1400sq.ft. plus basement. All us- es. 601 Kingston Rd. W. Avail- able January 1st, 2005. (905)683- 5865. $$$ Mortgage Money $$$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 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 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.1% for 5 years. Best avail- able rates. Private funds avail- able. Refinancing debt consolida- tion a specialty. For fast profes- sional service call (905)666-4986 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y C r t ., A ja x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.a j 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 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. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgments, garnishments, mort- gage foreclosures & harassing creditor calls. GET: debt Consoli- dations, & protection for your as- sets. Call now: (905)576-3505 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 (2)-One bedrooms, $675/inclu- sive; Also bachelor $650/inclusive and 2-bedroom $675 plus hydro. Avail. immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 & 2 BDRM. -Oshawa. Hard- wood floors, free parking. No pets. $700/$750 inclusive. First & last. Available November 1st. 905-723-1647, 905-720-9935. 1 BEDROOM apartment fully fur- nished, in Oshawa. Utilities includ- ed. $700/month. Available No- vember 1st. (416)845-4369 1 BEDROOM FURNISHED base- ment. Immediate. Bloor/Harmony. Clean, quiet, parking, side en- trance. Working adult preferred. First/last. $750/mth. Utilities includ- ed. 905-720-2927 1-BDRM BASEMENT APT.sep ent, 4-pc bath, full size kitchen, parking. No smoking/pets. $650 in- clusive. Avail immediately or Nov. 15, for quiet working person. 905- 721-9789, 905-922-4751 1-BEDROOM SELF-CONTAINED legal basement apartment, separ- ate entrance, parking, available Dec. 1st. $700/month. First/last. Ritson/Taunton, no smoking. Call (905)571-0080 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 BDRMS + DEN;Inc. 2 Pkg. spots, laundry facilities. Great Ajax location. Large yard with deck. Available Jan. 1. $995/mo. inclu- sive. Call Wendy @ 416-818-9255. 2 BED. BASEMENT APT.PICK- ERING. Dec. 1/04. All inclusive $800/mo. First/last. Quiet neigh- bourhood, no pets/smoking. No late night parties. (905)839-2137 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT avail- able, Dec. lst. all inclusive. plus parking. $800. 80 Williams St. W. near DT Oshawa. Also 1-bedroom. $695. Call 1-866-327-7485 2 BEDROOM basement apartment for rent, no smoking/pets, located off of Harwood and Hwy 2, separ- ate entrance. Call 905-428-0113 for details 2 BEDROOM country apartment on Golf Course, North Pickering. $825/inclusive Available Decem- ber 1st. Call 905-649-2436. 2-BDRM apt,Oshawa. Main floor of triplex, close to OC, very nice, clean & quiet place. Laundry, park- ing. First/last,references, no pets. Call (905)579-7665 leave msg. 2-BDRM APTS,renovated, large & bright rooms, hardwood floors. walking distance to malls, near 401 exit, well maintained, quiet Oshawa neighbourhood, applianc- es, lots of extras, from $845/month. No dogs please. Im- mediate. 905-665-0945. 2-BDRM. SIMCOE NORTH- On Russett Ave. Good location, bright well maintained quiet 12plex. Nice neighbourhood, near shopping, bus.Utilities, heating, cable, park- ing included, Laundry facilities. $870/month. No dogs. (905)576- 2982. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $845/month inclusive, Dec/Jan 1st. Immaculate newer building in de- cent Oshawa neighbourhood, Pre- fer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-8929 or 905-439-8893. 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 extra large in quiet building, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry, Available Dec. 1 905-668-7758 2-BEDROOM, PICKERING,sep- arate entrance, laundry. Close to shopping, no smoking/pets. First/last, all inclusive $700. Avail- able immediately. (905)619-9634 3 BEDROOM MAIN FLOOR, laundry, parking, clean, nice area. Available Dec. 1st. $1100/mo/first/last. No pets. Wil- son/Dean Oshawa. Luke anytime (905)449-5871 3-BDRMS upper level of house. Bright, clean, separate entrance, 2-parking, laundry, $1050+ 50% utilities. Oshawa. Avail. Dec. 1st. First/last. (905)579-2814 3-bedroom, hardwood floors, main floor of house, near O.C. Creek runs behind backyard, 1-car park- ing, laundry. $1000/mo + 1/2 util- ities, avail Jan 1. 2-bdrm avail now. Call after 5pm (905)706-5779 534 Mary St. Whitby.Bachelors, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms. Clean quiet low-rise building. Park-like setting, balconies, on-site laundry, close to downtown. Bus at front door.(905)666-2450. www.realstar.ca AJAX 1 & 2 Bed. bsmt. apts. Close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 416-562-0186 AJAX CHURCH/HWY.2-bdrm $950 includes utilities, plus park- ing. Available Nov/Dec, in clean, quiet bldg.905-426-1161 AJAX 1 or 2-BEDROOM,$725 & $775 incl. Westney/Ritchie area. Close to school, park, GO station. No pets. First/last, references. Available middle November (905)686-2993. AJAX Harwood/Bayly. legal 2-bed- room basement apt, appliances, parking, near shopping & schools, No pets/smoking. $850/mo + 40% utilities. January 1. first/last. (905)420-1037 AJAX new 2 (large) bedroom apt. spacious, bright, full bath- room/kitchen, own washer/dryer, near school, shopping, Hwy 2., Separate entrance. $850/month, available immediately. 905-686- 4783. AJAX NORTH, bright clean base- ment apt. Own entrance, parking, suitable for one person, no pets/smoking. (905)427-7436. AJAX Salem/Chambers. 1-bed- room basement apt, sep entrance. Near all amenities & 401. $725-in- clusive. Available Dec 1. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. 905-720-3024 or evenings (905)683-7892 AJAX, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., washer/dryer, bus stop, park- ing, no smoking/pets. $700/month. First/last. Call (905)428-1205 AJAX,great location. Spacious, luxurious 2-bedroom plus den basement apartment. Separate entrance, 2-parking, no smok- ing/pets. Available December 1st. $950. Credit check. Call (905)426-7116. AJAX,ONE BDRM bsmt, newly decorated, separate entrance, parking, f/p, air, avail. immediately. $850/mo inclusive w/cable. First/security. No large pets. (905)686-4755. AJAX- 3-bdrm main floor $1100 + 1/2 utilities, avail Dec. 1st; 2-bdrm basement apt. $750/mo + 1/2 util- ities, avail immediately. Both large, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shopping. Call Rich- ard, Days 416-865-7864 even- ings/weekends 905-686-9662. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, close to shopping, GO. Pool, sauna. 2 and 3-bdrms $979/ $1079, avail- able Nov/Dec 1st. (905)683-8571 or 905-683-5322 ATTRACTIVE renovated 2-bed- room apt Simcoe/Mill, $835/mo. inclusive. Laundry, balcony, parking, appliances included. Available immediately. 905-728- 3449, 1-800-486-9826, WHITBY Victoria/Brock St. 2-bedroom $835 inclusive laundry, parking. 1-800- 486-9826. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - Unique one bed. apt. newly reno- vated, $750/mo. all inclusive. Si- moce, /north of Bloor area. Private entrance, deck. Lisa (905)721- 1342 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY East Oshawa 2-bedroom apt., lower level semi, parking, laundry, util- ities, cable, bright clean, spacious, $800/month inclusive. First/last, references. Call Carolyn/Mark (905)723-8610 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 NOW - Ajax - 2 bed- room, Pickering Village. Laundry, laminate floors, parking. Oshawa - Beautiful large 2 bedroom in a clean low-rise, freshly painted. Parking, laundry. Call (905) 922- 0252 or (905) 686-0470 BACHELOR apartment in Oshawa. Utilities included. $450/month Available December 1st. (416)845-4369. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOND/SIMCOE,Spacious 1 bed- room apartment, $660+hydro. Available immediately. Applianc- es, laundry fac. on-site and park- ing. Call 905-434-7931. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BRIGHT OPEN CONCEPT bache- lor apartment in north Oshawa. Fully furnished, all inclusive with cable plus. $695/mo. No smok- ing/pets. (905)432-3852. BRIGHT SPACIOUS 2-bedroom basement. Pickering, Whites/Sheppard. Sep. entrance & walkout, parking, appliances, laun- dry. Includes utilities, $1100/month, first/last. Referenc- es. Non-smoker preferred. No dogs. Immediately. (905)839-2367 BRIGHT, clean,2-bedroom, main floor of semi, 2 entrances, 4 appli- ances, no pets, first/last, $850 plus 1/2 utilities. December 1st. (905) 728-4754 BROCK/DELLBROOK,2 bed- room walkout basement apt., in- cludes parking, utilities, air, separ- ate laundry. Available Dec./Jan. 1st. $900., parking. 905-686-1672. CHURCH/Hwy 2.Immaculate 3 bedrooms apartments. Close to schools / shopping/GO. 416-444- 7391, Ext. 241 CLEAN 1-BDRM $720/month, 2- bdrm $790/month, newly decorat- ed. Utilities included. Simcoe and Mill area, 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. COURTICE - Large, bright 2- bdrm, lower level of house, Town- line/Bloor area. Close to amen- ities/schools/park. $800/mo, appli- ances/utilities included. First/last. Available Dec 1. 905-404-8548, cell 905-431-5958. EXCEPTIONAL APT.Private gar- den, skylight, Murphy bed, f/p, parking, $800/mo inclusive. Suits one person. For appt. leave mes- sage 905-434-7012. HARMONY/401,large, newly ren- ovated 1 bedroom basement apartment. Parking, cable, laun- dry. Suits adults. $750/month, first/last, available immediately. No smoking/pets. (905)576-8946 LARGE 1-BDRM bsmt. in Whitby. Own entrance, gas f/p, parking, $725/mo inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. Dec. 1st. First/last. (905)430-7340 LARGE 2-BDRM APT. in 6-plex Available immediately. Fridge, stove, laundry facilities. Parking in- cluded. Close to Oshawa Centre. $800/month plus hydro. First/last. No pets. Call 905-431-7762. LARGE IMMACULATE 1-bed- room basement apt., in quiet area. A/C, fridge, stove, small yard. Parking avail. for 1 car, non-smok- er, reference upon request. $750 all inclusive. Avail. Dec.1, (905)434-8356, leave message. NEAR OSHAWA centre,1-bed- room basement, parking, private entrance, no pets, no smoking. $675 all inclusive. Available imme- diately. Call 905-259-1132. NEW MANAGEMENT PROMOTION 1 Month FREE rent. Harwood/Bayly 1, 2 & 3-bedrooms, from $865/month. Renovated units. Call 310-7000 NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, November lst./December lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facil- ities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA - 2-bedroom. Available immediately. $750/mo. available Includes fridge, stove, utilities & parking. Call 905-579- 9777. OLDE WHITBY - 2 bedroom in house, separate entrance, private fenced yard, parking, laundry, great area. Suit professional couple. No pets/no smoking. Dec. lst. $895 inclusive. Exceptional 3 bedroom bungalow, fantastic area, renovated kitchen and bathroom. Hardwood floors, ceramics, laun- dry, parking, large, private back- yard. No smoking/pets. Referenc- es. Jan. lst. $1,195 plus 1/2 util- ities. (905) 985-3355. ONE BEDROOM apartment for rent, bright, clean, spacious, in- cludes fridge and stove, central lo- cation. Call (905) 823-9040 x 6174 (days) (905) 829-4552 eve. OSHAWA (NE)- Bachelor base- ment apt. Separate walkout en- trance onto ravine, quiet neigh- bourhood, Parking, fireplace, No smoking/pets. All inclusive $625/mo. Avail. Dec. 1st. 905-743- 0248. OSHAWA - (Bond E/Central Park) available immediately, one bed- room basement apt. $500/mo. all inclusive. One-parking, laundry available. Sep. entrance, applianc- es. (705)522-8990 OSHAWA - 2 bedroom recently renovated with loft in duplex, sep. entrance, parking, available Dec. 1st, $750+hydro/first/last. No pets. (905)720-3325 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 $500. Avail. immed. Stephen 905-576-8699 or 905-259-5796. OSHAWA 1-BDRM $750/mo with balcony. Avail. Nov/Dec. 1st; 2-bdrm avail. Dec/Jan. 1st $850, in very clean, quiet well maintained bldg. Call 905-721-0831. 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 bright, clean, newly ren- ovated 2-bedroom apt in triplex. New appliances & carpet. No pets/smokers. $795/mo. avail.. 905-576-0294. OSHAWA CENTRAL,spotless 2- bdrm, h/w floors, small well main- tained bldg., adult lifestyle, no pets, laundry, 1-parking, $795+hy- dro. Avail. Dec. lst. 416-816-8596 OSHAWA NORTH 3-bedroom, main floor. Near all amenities and UOIT. $1150/inclusive, parking and laundry. Available immediate- ly. First/last. No pets/smoking. (416)568-3965. OSHAWA,1-BDRM main floor apt. $600 + hydro (gas), close to amenities, avail. Dec. 1st. Separ- ate entrance, parking. No dogs. Call (416)265-6226. OSHAWA,one bedroom apart- ment available October lst. Down- town Oshawa area. $670 per mo inclusive. Parking. Call 416-835- 2646 or email aar@pobox.com OSHAWA,Par k/Bloor, 12-unit bldg. Large 2-bdrm w/balcony. Avail. Dec. 1st. 1-free parking, coin laundry, utilities incl. $850/mo. No dogs. Senior discount avail. Call Bob (905)924-6075 OSHAWA,Spacious sparkling 1- bdrm, main floor of quiet house, avail. immediately. $690/mo inclu- sive, also 1-bedroom basement apt. Parking, private entrance. First/last. (416)284-7502. OSHAWA,Wentworth/Park/Sim- coe, one bedroom, November lst, parking, separate entrance, private laundry, AC, freshly renovated, $700 plus hydro. (905) 442-6756 PICKERING 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Mapleridge area. 5 appliances, no smoking/pets. Available December 1st. $1000/inclusive. First/last re- quired. (905)839-0361 PICKERING VILLAGE 2 bedroom luxury executive walkout to garden digital cable parking, a/c, alarm separate laundry, no pets/smoking $1050 inclusive. Call 416 712-2008 PICKERING -clean & bright, new- ly renovated, 2 bdrm. bsmt. apt., hydro, cable, parking incl. No smoking/pets, Avail. immediately. Call (905)831-6120. PICKERING - LIVERPOOL/BAY- LY 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance, a/c, share laundry, park- ing, $850. (905) 839-9166 PICKERING - Liverpool/Glenana. Cozy, 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separ- ate entrance, kitchen, dining, bath- room, laundry. Close to all amen- ities. No smoking/pets. $750/inclu- sive. Call Karen 416-994-9512. PICKERING - Liverpool/Hwy. 2 , Don't miss this! Newly finished ex- tra large walkout basement apt. Bright, spacious, sep. entrance, laundry, cable, hi-speed internet, a/c, all utilities incl. + more. $795. Available Dec. 1st. Call 416-806- 3452. PICKERING 1 bedroom basement apt, $800/mo., inclusive. Avail. Dec.1 (905)686-5856 416-936-6238 PICKERING GO/LAKE Nice 1 bed. quiet bsmt. apt.Warm floors. Suits single/ non-smoker. Includes util, sep. entr, parking, cable, laundry. Designer paint, sound- proof. $650/mo. Avail Now. Art: 905-420-3751 PICKERING,1 bedroom plus den, large basement walkout, upscale neighbourhood, 5 appliances, gas fireplace. No smoking/pets, avail- able Dec. 1st.(905)509-8387 PICKERING VILLAGE - 1-bdrm. basement apt. Spacious living room, includes utilities, cable, parking. Separate entrance, non- smoker, no pets. Suits single per- son. First/last. $700/mo. Avail. im- mediately. 905-427-0476. PICKERING, FURNISHED APT. 1 bedroom open concept, large ex- ecutive home in upscale neigh- bourhood. Rouge Valley. Parking, separate entrance, cable, $775/in- clusive. (905)509-6072. PICKERING,large, lovely, like new one-bedroom basement apt, A must see. No smoking/pets. 4-appliances, 4pc bath, near bus/GO/shopping, $750 inclusive, (905)420-0069. 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,Altona/Sheppard, newer 2-bdrm bsmt., separate en- trance, 2-parking, laundry, no smoking/pets, $850 + 1/2 hydro. Avail. Dec. 1st. (905)509-7353 PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly. Large, newly renovated, legal 2 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, shared laun- dry, parking, no smoking/pets. Available immediately. $900/inclu- sive. (905)420-0043 PICKERING,luxury 1-bedroom basement apartment. 9' ceilings, walk-out, private entrance, new ar- ea. Ideal for single professional. Laundry, parking, cable. No pets/smoking. (905)837-3165. PRIME WHITBY 2-bedroom near 401, schools, amenities. Spacious, yard, parking, coin laundry. Pet/smoke free. November 28th. $950 + hydro. (905)986-0670. QUIET TENANTS WANTED for large north Oshawa 2 bdrm. lower unit apt. Private entrance. Suitable for single or couple. No smoking or pets. $850/mo. First./last, all inclu- sive. Avail. Dec. 1. 905-576-5909. 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. ROSEBANK/STROUDS,new 1- bedroom apt., no smoking/pets. Separate entrance, parking, $750 inclusive. Available immediately. Call (905)831-2296 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 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available . Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult occu- pied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM basement apt. livingroom, eat in kitchen, own yard/entrance. 4 appliances, $850/inclusive. Available immedi- ately. Pickering - Whites/Finch. (905)831-2572 TWO BEDROOM main floor apart- ment, quiet Brooklin neighborhood, separate entrance, laundry, C/Air, C/Vac, dishwasher, parking, basic satellite included. $875 plus 1/2 utilities included. Absolutely no smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. (905)683-3729. WHITBY - 2 bed. basement apt. Above-ground livingroom, wood fireplace, laundry fac., appliances, sep. entrance, near schools, shopping, 401. Available immedi- ately. $875+50% utilities. Call 905- 706-8171. WHITBY - one bedroom, parking, no pets/smoking, quiet small build- ing, $795 plus hydro. November 1st. (416)293-0578 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 south- spacious 1&2 bedroom, $760-$870, laundry, first/last, near Go, Available from Dec. 1st Daytime viewings Mon- Fri. Days (905)666-3338, even- ings (905)832-2722. WHITBY,3 bedroom upper level, garage. $1050. Also 3 bedroom basement, $850. Both plus hydro, 1/2 heat, available immediately, first/last. Together or separate. (705)932-7519. WHITBY, LUXURIOUS 1 bedroom basement apartment, non-smok- ing. $975/month. Available imme- diately. Call (905)665-2288 WHITES Rd./401, room in a spa- cious basement, available imme- diately, $450. No pets/smoking. First/last & references required. Call (416)261-5975. WHITBY,Anderson/Dryden new bachelor basement, furnished, $650 includes heat, water, laundry. First/last, references required. No smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. Professional female pre- ferred. 905-242-1304 1-BEDROOM CONDO,south Ajax, beautiful view from balcony, air conditioned, fireplace, $990+ hydro. Available Nov 1st. Non- smoker only. References. (905)434-1678 AJAX,great condo by lake, 2brm, 2bth, w/balc, f/p, parking, pool, close to GO/Hwy. Avail. Dec1 $1250 no smoking/pets. 905-839- 9818. FOR LEASE YOUR DREAM HOME, beautiful luxury 2-bedroom penthouse, fully furnished, water- front view, air conditioned, 5 appli- ances. Available immediately. Call Vicki Waldman (416)419-5746 or (416)782-8882. PICKERING"CONDO", Lrg.3- bdrm, Master Ensuite, Eat-in- Kitchen, 5 Appl., Laundry,En- closed Balcony,lrg.Storage, Walk to Mall, Go Rec-Centre, Dec.1st /4th,$1,195 Ken,Cell Phone,416- 573-2767 2 BED. BASEMENT APT.Laun- dry, parking, own entrance. Town- line/King, Oshawa. Available im- mediately. $800/mo. inclusive. No smoking/dogs. Also top half of house, 3 bedrooms, garage, laun- dry, hardwood floors, non-smok- er/no-dogs $1100/mo/inclusive. (905)430-4649 2-BEDROOM legal Duplex, with finished large. 1 bedroom base- ment apt., Beatrice /Simcoe , Suit- able for mature adults, first/last, avail Dec.1 (905)571-4471 3 BEDROOM HOUSE, with gar- age and yard, close to downtown Oshawa. Large yard, $1200+util- ities. Call Mary 905-432-3586. 3 BEDROOM SEMI $1100 plus utilities. Desirable area, Oshawa. A/C, non-smoking, no pets, first/last, references, Dec.1st. 905- 436-5304. 3 BEDROOM,2 storey semi de- tached, $975. plus utilities. 256 Celina St., Oshawa. lst/last, Avail- able December lst. (905) 424-5083 3+1 BEDROOM house, quiet clean neighbourhood, central Oshawa, 5-appliances, 2 bath- rooms, finished basement, $1150 per month plus utilities, first/last, call(905)263-8576, 905-441-0611 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW, North-west Oshawa, $1200/month plus utilities. Close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. Call (905)721- 1361 4 BEDROOM Liverpool/Bayly, backsplit, garage, applianes in- cluded. Close to school/shoping. $1,250 plus utilities. lst/last. Avail- able immediately or Dec./Jan. Te lephone (905)831-8259. OSHAWA - 3 bedroom + bunga- low, 2 baths, close to 401, avail- able Dec. lst. $1300 plus utilities. First/last. Call (905)434-2437. NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold by Bates Family Auctions, on November 18, 2004 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 6:00 p.m. to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: JESSICA CROCKER CLAYTON WALLS SYLVIA L. SMITH JENNIFER WELSH Dated in the City of AJAX, in the Province of Ontario, 1 November, 2004.SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8. Call for Proposals Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) is accepting funding applications from organizations interested in obtaining financial assistance to provide Employment Services to unemployed persons in Durham Region. Application packages containing the full eligibility and proposal requirements are available on the Internet at: www.hrsdc.gc.ca or at the Oshawa Human Resources Centre of Canada at: 78 Richmond Street West Oshawa, Ontario L1G 1E1 Please refer to: CFP-ON-0404-OSHAWA-005 Proposals and funding applications must be received no later than 2 p.m. on November 24, 2004. Please make any inquiries with respect to this Call for Proposals to: Carl Gulliver Human Resources and Skills Development Canada carl.gulliver@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca Please quote CFP 005 in the subject line. INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD -safe home envionment -programming - personal attention -receipts - full or part-time -caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections -Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 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 - 2 bedroom detached house, immaculate, hardwood floors, 4 appliances, huge fenced backyard, close to all amenities. Available Dec. 16. $1,100/mo.+util- ities. (905)723-8227 AJAX,Westney/Rossland. Clean, well-kept, 3-bdrms, 5 appliances, new window's/floors, fireplace, bsmt, garage, 2-car parking, cac, cvac, no smoking/pets. Dec. 1st, $1300/mo+util. Call 905-427-7852 ASHBURN (NORTH WHITBY).2 bedroom renovated trailer home on farm. $850 plus propane and hydro. References. (905) 655- 7036. COURTICE 3+1 Bedroom home with main floor family room. Eat-in kitchen, 11x33-ft garage. $1350/mo+utilities.. Avail. Jan 1. First/last. Call (905)623-0854 EAST OSHAWA - freshly painted 3-bdrm main floor of bungalow, ap- pliances, laundry facilities, in ground pool, c/a, close to 401, buses, schools. lst/lst, parking, credit check. $1075 plus 1/2 util- ities. No dogs/smoking. Immedi- ately. (905) 576-7677 Major Oaks/Brock 2-storey de- tached, 3-bdrm, 3-bathrms, A/C, 6 new appl, pool/deck. Near GO/schools/shopping. No smok- ing/pets. first/last/references. $1400+utilities. Dec 1. (905)655- 1319, 416-270-3452 NEWLY renovated north Oshawa house. (Simcoe & Taunton), 3 large bedrooms, close to schools & amenities. December/January, $1400+utilities. call (905)404-2161 NORTH OSHAWA - Immaculate 2-storey, 3 bedroom house, Fin- ished basement, garage/work- shop, quiet court, close to all amenities. 1st/last. $1050+utilities. 905-985-0393. OSHAWA BLVD/HILLCROFT ar- ea. 3 bedroom, 2 baths, new paint/carpet, 4 appliances, first/last/references, $1150+util- ities. Available Nov. 15th. (905)579-6439 OSHAWA,dazzling 2000sq ft, 3- bdrms, h/w floors, new appliances, garage w/double driveway, deck, $1500/mo incl. utilities, cable & in- ternet. Avail. Jan. 1st. No smok- ing/pets. (905)436-0604 OSHAWA,newly renovated 3- bdrms, Celina Street, 2 bathrooms, bsmt has 2 playrooms, large win- dows. $1100/mo+ utilities. (905)424-3450 PICKERING, LIVERPOOL/BAY- LY 3 bedroom, main floor bunga- low, parking, share laundry, $l,350 plus utilities. Phone 9905) 839- 9166. TAUNTON/BROCK - BRAND new 4 bedroom house, 5 black appli- ances, 3 1/2 baths, garage, stora- age, whole house, finished base- ment, quiet Whitby neighbourhood. Immeidately. $1,595 plus utiltities. (905) 201-1596 WHITBY - 3 large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living&dining, country kitchen, huge familyroom, 330' yard, single garage, $1400+util- ities. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call Jon (905)706-5520 WHITBY Gorgeous 3-bedroom home. Hardwood floors, finished basement, wet bar, inground pool. Near school, shopping, transporta- tion. Excellent location. Available immediately. Vicki Waldman, 416- 782-8882. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fri. 7-9 p.m. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. November 1st, park- ing incl. Please call 905-576-9299. IMMACULATE N. OSHAWA townhouse. 3 bed., 2 1/2 baths, c/air/van. 5 appliances, fireplace, garage, no smoking/pets. First/last/references. Avail. now. $1200+utilities. Cheryl 905-720- 0945. OSHAWA,Ritson/Beatrice, 3 bed- room, garage, appliances, finished basement avail Dec. $1150 plus. Condolynn 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. PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP,95 Crawforth St., unit 85 Whitby, (905)666-2008 is accepting appli- cations for 3 bedroom units, Nov. 1st, $896 plus utilities. 1- 3bdrm. Wheelchair accessible unit avail. Nov.1.(wheel chair access bed- room/washroom, on main floor) Subject to membership policy ap- proval. Applications available at Community Centre Unit 85, 10am- 4pm.- Mon.-Thurs., (On Friday, Sat. & Sun pick-up points are post- ed on Community Centre's door between, 10am-7pm). Sorry no subsidy available. AJAX,basement and room for rent, suitable for working female. $500/$425/month, first/last required. Use of facilities. Call (905)686-4126 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY,par- tially furnished, large private room w/bathroom, share kitchen. Near O.C., Go, 401, amenities. Parking, laundry, cable, heat, hydro includ- ed. $475/month. Female preferred. first/last. (905)721-0940 AVAILABLE in Oshawa, furnished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bathrooms, run of house, non-smoker, parking, laun- dry, near all amenities, $450/month. 905-424-0881 BIG, SUPER CLEAN ROOMS for rent - Simcoe/Olive area, Oshawa. Big kitchen & bathroom, 2 rooms available immediately, suit quiet individuals. $425 & $475/mo. Da- vid at 905-243-5091. 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. NORTH OSHAWA,rooms in town- house, shared kitchen/laundry. Close to amenities & university. No smoking/pets. $425/mo inclusive. Suitable for females. (905)263- 8406 OSHAWA - Room available, upper level of house. Very large, share bath, kitchen, living area. Close to OC, 401, GM. $500/mo. inclusive, includes parking, cable, & laundry. Available immediately. Single, clean, working person preferred. No pets. Call Tracey at 905-723-4755, leave message. COURTICE,large, bright 2-bed- room loft to share, working female preferred. En-suite bath, fireplace. $550/inclusive. Available Decem- ber 1st. Call (905)433-0767 (LM) OSHAWA -Simcoe/Rossland ar- ea, warm, clean, large furnished rooms, share kitchen & bath, suit quiet working gentleman. Near bus, 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 HOUSE Shared ac- commodation. Mature male pre- ferred, laundry, all appliances, large living, dining, family room w/fireplace, parking, storage, no smoking/pets, First/last $425. 905- 420-0081, cell 416-804-4867 CLEARWATER FLORIDA,2-3 bedroom furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions. Children welcome. Christmas & New Years Available. Photos shown in your home. $375/weekly (less than mo- tel). (905)683-5503. 87 CORSAIR EXCELLA,Ford motor home, class C, sleeps 6, 127K, air, 460 eng., 4 kw genera- tor, hwt, furnace, stove, fridge, mi- crowave, tv/ antenna, phone, shower, etc. Call (905) 428-7581. after 6 p.m. 2001 FORMULA DELUXE 600 sled, red, hand warmers, reverse, mint condition, 3200 kms, must see!! Can't play with the machines anymore - kids have taken up ski- ing! Asking $5,400 or best offer. Call Jamie (905) 579-9442. SINCERE SINGLES Professional Introduction Service. Successfully matching members for long term relationships. Toll free 1-866-719- 9116 www.sinceresingles.ca Fall Special! NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 3, 2004, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com GARAGE/YARD SALE PRICING: This size $49.00 +GST runs Friday Ajax Pickering News Advertiser Deadline: 2:30 Thursday More info. 905-683-0707 South Pickering Seniors' Club #753 BAZAAR Saturday, November 6th, 2004 Seniors' Activity Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd.(South of Bayly Street) 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Christmas decorations - Knit Wear, Hand Made Crafts - Books - White Elephant Table, Bake Table and a Tea Room. For more information call convener Doreen - 905 420 5049 or Elsie 905 839-9507 AUCTION Kahn Auction Centre 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles North of Hwy. 401 exit 399) THURSDAY NOV. 4TH Start 6:30 p.m. Preview 5:00 p.m. ✓2 local estates, many quality items ✓New selection of furniture liquidation, bedroom & dining suites ✓Huge selection of antiques, leather sofa sell-off, carpets ✓Ltd. Edition art ✓Estate contents & collectables Victor Brewda Auctioneer 905-683-0041 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2004 Preview 11:00 am ~ Sale 1:00 pm A large and interesting sale of Antiques and Collectors items with many of the items coming from a Brockville Estate. Several pieces of Victorian furniture, leather Button Tufted Queen Anne style Settee, large Pecan Wood Dining Set, chairs, small tables, chest of drawers, crystal chandelier, Oriental rugs, prints, watercolours and oil paintings. Large collection of milk glass, three Moorcroft vases & box, Hummell figures, large selection of Royalty items including Queen Victorian Jubilee tea set, cut crystal, press glass, figurines, silver plate, oil lamps, 24 Royal Crown Derby figural paperweights, Victorian art glass, ivory & Oriental items, linens and jewelry. Large collection of Royal Doulton, including 30 character jugs, figurines, Ermine Coat, The Skater HN2117, Autumn Breeze HN2147, Thanksgiving, Sweeting and Marie fitted as lamp, Beswick figures, Royal Doulton Titanian cup and saucer, set of flower shaped cups and saucers with Butterfly handles, Prattware, Royal Worcester, early porcelain, cups and saucers. Photo Gallery Available @ www.theauctionfever.com Terms: Cash,Visa, MC, Debit, Cheque with I.D. Lunch Counter Waddi ngton's 101 Applewood Drive, Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 Phone: 613-475-6223 Fax: 613-475-6224 www.waddingtons.ca/brighton ESTATE AUCTION Dolls, Sports Collectables, Household Contents, Artwork, Collectables, Books Sunday Nov. 7th, 9:30 a.m. (Viewing 8:30) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO, take 115/35 Hwy. North 10 km. from 401 to Main St. Orono, & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features over 300 porcelain dolls, handmade & collector editions, perfect for the collector, dealer, or Christmas gift, over 200 framed & unframed pcs. of artwork (all sizes). Selection of sports collectables, cards, books, etc, old & newer books, fishing related articles, old & new rods, misc. tackle etc., showcases, general household contents, furniture & misc. collectables, also large assortment of material & crafts for making dolls clothing. Note: This is a large varied offering of articles from 3 local estates, an auction not to be missed. (Watch for our Outstanding Antique Auction Sun. Nov. 14th) Call For All Your Auction Needs. MacGregor Auctions (www.theauctionadvertiser.com) 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 Auction Sale~Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon ON, Sat Nov 6 @ 5 pm Antique household items for the estate of Audrey Hilson, Bowmanville and collector coins:Butternut 5 pc. bdrm suite, Walnut bdrm suite, Mahogany Duncan Phyfe drop leaf table, 6 Dining rm chairs, Cedar chest, Pantry cupboard, Walnut end tables, Fr.Prov. Chesterfield suite, Corner china cab, Wing back chair, Books (1700-1900), Oriental lamp, Cornflower, Crys- tal, Good china, Vases, Camera equip., Apt. deep freeze, 5 hp JD snow blower, Collectibles. Coins – Nfld. 1913 Gold soverign, Silver 2000 Can. 50 cent set of 4, Specimen sets, 1935 Can. silver .25 cent (VF), 1974 silver Olympic 10 dol- lar coins – list at auction.Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 Estate Auction Grist Mill Auction Centre Newtonville Friday, November 5th, 5 p.m. Selling the household contents of John and Rita Skye Grafton/Cobourg, and the contents of a Bowmanville home, chesterfields suite, washstand, 4 pc. walnut bedroom suite, dress- ers, chests, oak trestle table, table and four chairs, 2 wing backs, console television, wall units, gas fireplace, old parlour stove, accor- dion, china, glass, lamps, occasional tables, occasional chairs, office desk, trunks, wood- working tools, hardware, garden tools, upright freezer, fridge and gas stove, 2 - 24" stoves, etc. etc. NOTE AUCTION STARTS AT 5 P.M.Check the website for updates and pic- tures. Preview after 2 p.m. Terms: Cash, Ap- proved cheques, visa, m/c, interact AUCTIONEERS FRANK AND STEVE STAPLETON, NEWTONVILLE (905) 786-2244 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS Selling Collectibles & Coins At Malcolm Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Road 1/2 Mile South of Blackstock ★ Tues., Nov. 9, 2004 @ 5:30 p.m.★ Upright Stacking Compact Washer/Dryer, Maple Kitchen Table & 4 Chairs, Single Bed with Box Springs & Mattress, Old Wooden Kitchen Table (1940s), Rattan Rocker, Port Perry Ginger Beer Bottle, Old Collectable Christmas Decorations, Collection of Old Oil Lamps & Parts, Roy- al Albert China, Royal Doulton Plates, Coins, Barbie Dolls, Electric Welder, 20 Ton Wench, Auto Repair Manuals, Cant Hook, 5 Ceiling Air Diffusers (new), Wormy Maple 1" by Various Wide, 1 x 4 T/G Cedar, 1904 The Shepherd by R.Hill, Plus Many, Many More Items!! BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS 705-328-2185 or www.theauctionfever.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Nov. 5th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 The estate of Margaret Robinson of Lindsay, plus others, oak china cabinet (curved glass sides) , ma- hogany curio cabinet, 2 Craftmatic single beds, maple kitchen table & chairs, Panasonic TV, bed chester- field, modern dining room suite, chesterfield & chair, coffee & end tables, Treadle sewing machine, modern dressers & chests of drawers, Royal Doulton fig- urines, 2 pine corner cupboards, country couch, 2 large pine French doors, front door with side lite, qty. misc. interior house trailer parts, 5Hp lawn mower, automatic washer & dryer, refrigerator, MotoMaster battery charger, Shop Vac, Roll-a-way tool box, qty. hand & power tools, 6Hp Evinrude outboard motor, 1989 Ford 1/2 ton truck, 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 SHORT NOTICE AUCTION This Sat. Nov 6. 10am. Wood Working Tools new condition from a hobbyist's extensive workshop col- lection also 5th Wheel House Trailer. Paul Girard RR#1 Ennis- more- Exit 115 Hwy. at Hwy. 28/7 go north 18km to Fowlers Cor- ners north another 3k at Donut Shop on Frank Hill Road 26, east 3k at Church on Clonakility to #156.5th Wheel House Trailer: 1994 Conquest by Gulf Stream 23" goose neck house trailer, immac- ulate cond.w/washroom in back, shower, tub, sink, air, refrigerator, stove, furnace, goose neck hitch for truck.Shop Items King 1 hp dust collector, 22 hp 220 10" King table saw w/pro rip fence system, Ridge 13" thickness planer, Delta 6" pro jointer, Craftsman variable speed scroll saw. 14" Bandsaw on stand, 10" radial arm saw, 6" belt a and 9" disc sander, sm. wood lathe, Sears 9" table saw, M.M. molder planer, router and work table, Freud laminator, moulding unit, many router bits, drill set up to 3", Lazor pro tripod, 4x4 closed in design board, Workmate 200, Makita sharpener model 9820-2, many wood working books, 16" drill press-12 speed 1h, 2h Craftsman air com- pressor, 2" air nailer, Delta Grinder on stand, Porta spot welder, tap/die set, nut /bolts unit, 1/2" electric drill, Toro tiller, steel bench w/metal bender, older time clock, qty. Clamps/small hand tools, 500 gal. galvanized tower tank for green house and more.Machines kept in dry heated environment. Cash/Check only. ID to register. DOUG MITCHELL AUCTIONS RR4 OMEMEE. 705-799-6769 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables for a Sutton home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Burgundy leather chesterfield, bedroom suite, dining room suite, kitchenette, wicker armoire, prints, lamps, 92pc set of Occupied Japan dishes, Occupied Japan figurine and wall plate, Shelley cups and saucers, Centennial train set, silver pcs, Christmas items, 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 SUNDAY , NOV. 7th - 10 a.m. Please note this is a SUNDAY sale. Coins & Sports Memorabilia sell @ 11:30 a.m. ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES & FURNITURE from Estate of Dorothy & the late Harold Window of Oshawa, Brown’s Gallery of Stouffville & other local homes @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. See website for details. GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647/Cell 416-518-6401 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com 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. R E B U I L D REBUILD YO U R YOUR C R E D I T CREDIT 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 Tol l Free: 1-888-269-1687 www.ezautoloan.net FULL-TIME LIVE-IN caregiver for 3 children, pick/drop to school, af- ter school activities, assist with homework, pay $10 plus room & board. Fax resume attn Prabhjot: 905-564-8309 LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. LOVING CARING mother of 2 will care for your child. Has CPR & First aid, non smoker, no pets. Liv- erpool/Finch. Call 905-837-2042 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 LOVING AND CARING mom will love and care for your children in my home. Harwood/Rossland, Ajax. Flexible hours, references, available immediately. Very rea- sonable rates. full time. 905-428- 7998. PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $29.99. wallets from $9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. 1993 GMC SIERRA SL, 275,000 km., air conditioning, good reliable truck, $5500 obo. 905-985-7463. 4-SNOW TIRES,Blizzaks, P235-45R17. Approx 3k. $500. 4-All Season Toyo Tires, good condition. P255-65R16, $100. 4-Silver steel rims, 4 bolt R15, off Saab 9000, $50. (905)426-1042 A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES-Air Con- ditioners $75/up, Large selection of newer, approx 2 years old, while quantities last. Freezers $149/up, Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $99/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. 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 QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Large capacity washer, $275; dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer, (gas & electric). Mint condi- tion. Will sell separately, can deliv- er. Call (905)839-0098 ASSORTED plumbing pipes & fit- tings Copper & ABS cast iron). $345 OBO. call(905)837-6662 AT TENTION... CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS. Having problems with your current satellite?? We have the solution. We also do service and installations. Serving Durham, Call: 905-767-0013. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416) 748-3993 ROLAND HP 230 digital piano with bench. Excellent condition. Asking $1200. Call (905)433-4790 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. 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 CHERRY finished armoire $425; Queen Anne 12-pc diningroom $1750; maple pedestal 4-chair $525; twin bed 3-mo $150; double bed $125; sofa & loveseat $350; fridge $175; dryer 2-yr $200; dish- washer 2-yr $200; 905-260-1123 COMPUTER PROBLEMS? We come to you All calls from $35 - $80 Used computers from $175 (905)243-3415 COMPUTERS:BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Complete P3/450 Desktop System: 17" Flt Scrn Mntr/12G, hd/128Meg, CD-R, Ethernet/Kb/M. only $259; CD-RW upgrade only $30 w/system pur- chase. Dell Latitude Nbk: P2/366 only $409. (ltd quantities). Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within Oshawa/Whit- by.Minimal Charge for other areas CD-RW upgrades only $50. Inter- ac, Visa & Mastercard accepted. Layaway Plans. Leasing now available OAC on New & Refur- bished Systems. 27 Warren Ave- nue,Oshawa (1 block east of Park & Bond). Call 905-576-9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com NOW AVAILABLE: New Distribution Lo- cation In Port Hope: Call Angela (905) 885-6708 DARK PINE COLONIAL dining- room, dark pine queen bedroom $500/each, both $900. Sofa, love- seat, recliner $500. Sofa, chair, wing $500. All good condition. (905)668-5212 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. GOLF CLUBS,CALLOWAY. Steel head, X14 irons, graphite shafts, only used 1 season, $850. (905)576-0556 GOV'T. INSPECTED Ont. grain fed beef. Sides, split sides at $1.70/lb. Bruce 705-432-3031 or Marie 905-986-4932 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 LA-Z-BOY WAL-AWAY brand new, never used, mushroom/ taupe, paid $1350, asking $950. (905)576-3286 McLAUGHLIN CUTTER (Sleigh) completely redone. Ready for holiday season display. $1000. Call 905-982-1999. MOVING SALE traditional camel back sofa and love seat, with rose- wood trim, antique pattern fabric, $l,750., new Bermex French coun- try bistro table and swivel chairs, paid $2,850., asking $l,650., new designer contemporary sofa and chaise lounge sofa $675., chaise $525., computer desk and com- mercial computer table. Call (905) 444-9354 MUST GO -1/2 price furniture - refrigerator from $40 - $325., dressers $20., end tables $10., coffee tables $15., mattresses box springs and frames, fire doors (sol- id), etc. (905) 576-8942. 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 OAK diningroom set, 6 chairs (2 captains), table, buffet & hutch. medium-finish. $700-obo. (905)668-9524 PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex PIANOS & CLOCKS - 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! 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 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $6700, sell for $2850. 905-213- 4669. RADIAL TIRES - 2 Defender SRXP23560R15, and 2 SR500P27560R15 on chrome rims, great shape $300; Golf clubs Evolution FLX3 graphite irons, 3-PW reg. shaft new $250; Cole- man camp stove 2 burner pro- pane, used once $50; Coleman fuel lamp $20; stainless steel wall garbage bin $50; Unique ice hut heater propane electric start $75; 46" RCA big screen TV $900 obo; 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. RADIAL TIRES - 2 Defender SRXP23560R15, and 2 SR500P27560R15 on chrome rims, great shape $300; Golf clubs Evolution FLX3 graphite irons, 3-PW reg. shaft new $250; Cole- man camp stove 2 burner pro- pane, used once $50; Coleman fuel lamp $20; stainless steel wall garbage bin $50; Unique ice hut heater propane electric start $75; 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. 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. SNOW PLOW, 2 years old. West- ern Snow Pro unimount drive off. Only used for my driveway. $3500. 905-982-1999 SNOWBOARD BOOTS - DC Stratus Series Boa, size 11, fits 9-11, asking $445. obo. PLAY- STATION with 7 games, and 3 controllers, $149 obo.; Call Taylor 905-922-7015. SOLID - pine/oak/maple/cherry- furniture. 30yrs-serving the Durham-Region. Bedroom/dining- room/home-office/entertainment- centres made-to-fit your lifestyle. Free consultation/design service custom-creations our-specialty. Remember all-solid-no-veneer. Full-line-of gourmet-cutting- boards/chop-blocks as well. www.traditionalwoodworking.com www.gourmetwoodproducts.com 905-985-8774. TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. WEDDING ring and custom made band, marquis diamonds set in white gold. Appraised at $1875, asking $1200. Please call 905- 434-2853 YAMAHA GOLF CARTS with roofs, 2 electric, 4 gas, $2500 each. Sunnybrae Golf Course 905- 985-2234. CLIP AND SAVE - Wanted to buy. Old glass, china, jewellery, dolls, bears, toys, figurines, Royal Doul- ton, Beswick, hat pins, marbles, vintage clothing, tins, vinyl albums, etc. Phone 1-866-203-9743 WANTED - Used pellet stove or propane fireplace or oil space heater. Must be in good working order. 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. WANTED:Cash & pickup your solid wood kitchen table & chairs bedroom furniture and beds, living- room sets, coffee & end tables, dining room sets (formal) good working fridge stove, washers & dryers. 905-2601123 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent, very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measurement. Free delivery. (905)753-2246. FIREWOOD,hardwood, dry, sea- soned. Will deliver. Call (905)986- 5217 or cell 905-424-9411 RENT TO OWN.New appliances at great prices, full warranty. Total Appliance Centre. New Pickering location, (905)686-3200. SATELLITE TV - Get it Back. Channel Hop receivers, legal free- to-air receivers. Call 647-294- 2354 or visit http://way.to/durham3m SATELLITES, FREE TO AIR.Is your DirecTV down? Everyone is switching to FTA; no cards, boards or atmegas. Specializing in the Fortec Lifetime Ultra. Get 1000’s of channels, no monthly bills. 1St in Durham Region. Call 905-435- 0202. uneekelectronics@rog- ers.com 226 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. DROP BY OUR STORE FOR A FREE DEMO FOR SALE - Full size upright Pia- no. Contact 420 Wing by phone at 905-434-7709. CHIHUAHUA -Male & Female puppies. Brown and white. Parents on site. Family raised. $650/males. $850/females. Call 705-887-6445 after 7 p.m. HORSES/PONY for lease from $100/month English/western, san- drings/trailrides/lessons, pri- vate/casual atmosphere 905-263- 4282 Oshawa area leave message with Shelly WHEATEN PUPPIES,cuddly ted- dybears, ready to go; F/M, 1st shot, dewormed, serious inquiries only; mom & dad on site. Call 905- 434-2904 1987 6000,$1800, 109,000kms, certified & emission tested. Call (905)433-8050. 1988 BUICK LESABRE.Needs brake fuel lines, body & interior in very good condition. 228,531-km eve only Ben $500-obo 905-430- 2756 1988 OLDS DELTA 88 exception- ally maintained very clean great winter or second car $1250 as is. Call 905-655-7244 1992 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 2-dr, red, 4-cyl auto, 180,000-kms. runs great, excellent condition, certified and e-tested. $2495-obo. 905-435- 0062, (905)571-5138 1992 SUNBIRD GT,6 cyl, 224K, remote starter, new battery, axle, fuel & brake lines. Drive Clean '03. $550 as is. (905)420-0094 1994 BONNEVILLE $2999; 1995 Neon 165K. $2999; 1996 Grand Am $3699; 1998 Honda Accord $7995; 2000 Intrepid $5499; Other cars and trucks from $1699. certi- fied & e-tested. (Kelly & Sons, since 1976). 905-683-7301 or 905- 424-9002. 1994 CHEVROLET CAVALIER, 2-dr sedan, red, 4-cylinders, 5-speed, AM/FM cassette, as is $1900-obo. ALSO 1990 Pontiac Firefly $500. (905)433-4088 1995 FORD ESCORT wagon, air, p/w, p/l, 225k, certified/e-tested, $3,250 o.b.o. Call (905)434-6705 1998 Gunfire GT 5-speed, keyless engry, sunroof, 125,000/km, certi- fied, black, sacrifice at $4900. (905)655-3688 1998 MALIBU LS.Loaded, V6, auto, air, runs great, 148,000KM. Keyless doors/trunk, power win- dows/seat, remote mirrors, cruise/tilt, fog lights, stereo/CD. $4300-firm, as is, certified Aug. 905-666-6733. 1998 SUNFIRE 2-dr, $4295. 1993 Explorer 4x4 $3995. 1995 Grand Prix 4-dr $3495. 1992 Grand Cara- van 3.3L-V6 $2895. 1994 Acheiva 4-dr $2995. 1997 BMW E36 hard- top $1500-obo. Vehicles sold Cer- tified & Emissions tested. (905)626-7787 dealer 1999 CHEV CAVALIER,standard, 4-dr, white, 125,000km, one owner (female), smoke free & clean. Certified & e-tested. (905)579- 8122 2000 DODGE CIRRUS, fully pow- er, 85,000kms, well maintained, 2 years warranty left, $8,000. Call (905)432-1718 2001 OLDS ALERO GL,auto, 3.4L 6cyl., air, 4-dr, p.sunroof, mir- rors, windows, locks, driver's seat. Alloy wheels, tint, am/fm/CD. 140,000hwy km. $10,750 certified. 905-809-4166 2001 OLDS AURORA 3.0. 94,000kms. Remote lock control, steering control, driver info centre, leather power, heated seats with lumbar control. Asking $14,000 OBO. Helen, 905-579-7695 2003 GRAND PRIX GT, low kms, loaded, $295/month, taxes includ- ed, assume lease. (905)434-2335 2004 PONTIAC SUNFIRE,p.win- dows, p.steering air, automatic, spoiler, keyless entry, excellent condition, 7 months old. Call (905)436-9842 91 SUBARU JUSTY -4 wheel drive, 126,000kms. Recent emis- sions test, certifiable. Good condi- tion (lady driven). $2050. Call 905- 576-9690 after 6pm. BAD CREDIT? No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! 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Call Classifieds Ajax at 683-0707 FREGEAU, Joanne peacefully on Monday Novem- ber 1st, 2004 at Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax Site. Joanne beloved wife of Paul. Friends may call at ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905)428-9090 on Friday, November 5th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Graveside service at Riverside Cemetery, 347 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay on Saturday November 6th at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Joanne's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be great- ly appreciated. HARCOURT, Bernice (Salvation Army Major) On October 30, 2004 Beatrice loving wife of Bruce. Be- loved mother of Jerrie and her husband Mike Con- nolly, Wes and his wife Terry LeBlanc, and Audrey and her husband Paul Wood. Cherished Grandma of Michael and Sara Connolly, Aaron and Chaya LeBlanc Harcourt, and Tasha and Victoria Wood. Fr iends will be received at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428- 9090) on Tuesday November 2, from 7-9 pm and Wednesday November 3 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Fu- neral service will be held on Thursday November 4 at Southside Worship Centre (55 Emperor Street, Ajax) at 1pm. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. HUTTON Mary - Peacefully at Centenary Health Centre Scarborough on Saturday October 30th, 2004. Dear Mother of Al and his wife Ginny of Pickering and loving Nanna to Lauranne, Alexander & Megan. Funeral service to take place in Halifax, Nova Scotia. If desired, memorial donations made be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the OGDEN FUNERAL HOME, Scarborough, 416-293-5211. JULES, Ghislaine Marie - Jeanne After a lengthy illness at the Rouge Valley Health System-Centena- ry Site on Monday November 1, 2004. Ghislaine H. Magras in her 65th year. Loving mother of Jacque- line and Catherine. Dear grandmother of Samantha, Alexandre and Max. Mother-in-law of Steve. Daugh- ter of Lucille and late Pierre. Sister of Irene, Jacques, Arnaud, Celine, Odile and Christophe. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FU- NERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pick- ering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Wednesday. Funeral Mass at Holy Redeemer Church 796 Eyer Drive, Pickering, Ontario on Thursday November 4, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Holy Redeemer Church would be greatly appreciated. MINES, Eileen B.At the Lakeridge Health Centre, Whitby, on Tuesday, November 2, 2004, in her 73rd year. Eileen Mines, loving wife of Alex for 52 years. Cherished mom of Judy and her husband Ernie Stronge, and Michael and his wife Cathy. Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Christina and Steven Stronge; and Jacob and Thomas Mines. Survived by her sisters, Hilda and Ruth. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednes- day. Funeral Service will be held at St. George's Anglican Church, 77 Randell Drive, Ajax, (Picker- ing Village) on Thursday, November 4, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Alzheimer Society, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated. PARISH, Jessie (Ross)Passed away after a long illness at the age of 80 at Rouge Valley Health Cen- tre in Ajax. Loving wife of Vernon for 61 years. Cherished mother of Vernon (Janice). Jessie will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren Andrew and Christine. Predeceased by sister Lily. A private family service has been held. Arrangements entrust- ed to the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME. BUCKING, Gezina Maria (Siena) nee Schomaker. Born in Holland, she was two months short of her 95th birthday. She passed away peacefully on Oc- tober 22, 2004 at the Bay Ridges Long Term Care Centre with her family at her side. Predeceased by her husband Tony, daughter Siena and baby J. Her- man. Siena leaves behind her children Jan (Dianne), Cornelia (John Schlachter), Bernie (Bet- ty), Gerry (Pat), Aggie, Tony (Jane), Herman (Pat) and Bill (Lucy). She also leaves behind 21 grand- children and 10 great grandchildren. Siena was an avid knitter for the missions, and an active partici- pant in the craft clubs at the Ajax Seniors and St. Bernadette's. She continued to knit to the last two months of her life. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Bernadette's Church (21 Bayly Street East) on Monday October 25, 2004 at 11am. The family of Siena would like to thank all of those who cared for her so lovingly. You will be missed, but not forgotten. Arrangements entrusted to the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428-9090). Place your ad at 905-683-0707 A/P PAGE B7 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 3, 2004 Genesis • Exodus • Leviticus • Numbers • Deuteronomy • Joshua • Judges • • Galatains • Ephesians • Philipians • Colossians • 1 Thessalonians • 2 Thessalonians • Ecclesiastes • Song of Solomon • Isaiah • Jeremiah • Lementation• Obadiah • Jonah • Micah • Nahum • Habakkuk • Zephaniah • Haggai • Zechariah • Malachi •Titus • JudeGenesis • Exodus • Leviticus • Numbers • Deuteronomy • Joshua • Judges • Ruth •Pastoral Perspective 1 Samuel • 2 Samuel • 1 Kings • 2 Kings • 1 Chronicles • Genesis • Exodus • Leviticus • Numbers • Deuteronomy • Joshua • Judges • Ruth •2 Chronicles • Ezera • Nehemiah • Esther • Psalms • Proverbs • Proverbs • Matthew • Mark • Lu162 Rossland Rd. – Just East of Harwood Rd. in the Pickering Christian School Sundays 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon PASTOR DENNIS PENNER 905-831-8596Truth & Culture Want to experience God! This past week I have seen lives transformed supernaturally. I have been a Christian for a little while but this has been spectacular. Over the weekend several people who attend Durham Christian Fellowship met God in a very real way. Some of them were leaders in our church and some were fairly new Christians but one thing that they all share is that God definitely showed up and met them and they are changed forever. Jesus promises to meet you if you seek Him. “Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if any one hears and listens to and heeds My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will eat with him, and he with me” Revelations 3:20 In this world we see an epidemic of people calling psychics for wisdom and searching out different means of meditation or taking hallucinogenic drugs to reach some higher place. If people wish to have greater wisdom try God’s wisdom after all he is the creator of all things and he did provide an instruction manual. Proverbs 1:7 7The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning and the principal and choice part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence]; but fools despise skillful and godly Wisdom, instruction, and discipline. If it is a supernatural experience or a higher place that you want to experience why not ask the Lord for some gifts. The most popular of course is eternal life with Him but in the following versus it describes other gifts He may choose to give you. 1 Corinthians 12 7-11 7But to each one is given the manifestation of the [Holy] Spirit [the evidence, the spiritual illumination of the Spirit] for good and profit. 8To one is given in and through the [Holy] Spirit [the power to speak] a message of wisdom, and to another [the power to express] a word of knowledge and understanding according to the same [Holy] Spirit; 9To another [[2] wonder-working] faith by the same [Holy] Spirit, to another the extraordinary powers of healing by the one Spirit; 10To another the working of miracles, to another prophetic insight ([3] the gift of interpreting the divine will and purpose); to another the ability to discern and distinguish between [the utterances of true] spirits [and false ones], to another various kinds of [unknown] tongues, to another the ability to interpret [such] tongues. 11All these [gifts, achievements, abilities] are inspired and brought to pass by one and the same [Holy] Spirit, Who apportions to each person individually [exactly] as He chooses. At one point in time every one must make a choice about who you think Jesus Christ is and if you are willing to accept Him into your life. He is God and He loves you and wants good things for you. The best part is He is a personal God who you can experience and get to know in an intimate way. At Durham Christian Fellowship (162 Rossland Rd, just east of Harwood) we love Jesus and celebrate Him every Sunday morning at 10:30am. Our worship services are non-denominational and very uplifting. All are welcome! For more details call 905-831-8596 Dr. Greg Baker, Pastor FaithWay Baptist Church, Ajax THE WHOLE FAMILY “For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named…” Ephesians 3:14,15 It is precious to be a part of the family of God! Nothing quite compares to it! Well, I guess I could say our earthly families are suppose to compare! When one is spiritually born again (John 3) they enter God’s family. Paul the Apostle used the term “adoption” in Romans 8 to help us understand the process. Our earthly homes are to be a picture of this wonderful relationship that we have with the Lord Jesus Christ. This is only possible as each individual has a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Far too many people think that the answers to their “family struggles” lies in the acquisition of more things or the scheduling of more activities. On the contrary! You can have a full week and live in a nice house but still not have a “home.” A cute little girl was sitting on top of a pile of luggage in a hotel lobby. Her parents were at the desk registering for their room. A sympathetic lady asked the little girl if they were visiting relatives in the city. “Oh, no,” the girl replied. “We’re going to live at this hotel until we find a house. My Daddy has a new job and we had to sell our house and move.” The lady said, “Oh, it’s too bad you don’t have a home.” To which the girl replied, “Oh we have a home-it’s just that we don’t have a house to put it in.” The love of God can turn a “house” into a “home” and it is an amazing environment! Because God is loving, compassionate, just and faithful, we can experience a wonderful family journey even in the midst of a mixed up world. I encourage you to let the Lord build your home. Come to know Christ as Saviour and stay close to Him. The closer to God we are, the more peace and happiness we shall experience. A baker never expects to get a better cake than the ingredients he puts into it. Yet many people who complain that life is not as rewarding as they expected it to be, forget that in leaving out God they have left out that which alone can give life its glory, hope, love, and joy. 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Please send it to news editor David Stell at dstell@ durhamregion. com NEWS ADVERTISERRead up at durhamregion.comJ B usiness as usual for Borelians Season opens with ‘Office Hours’ DURHAM — It’s a Friday afternoon and in six offices, people are doing their best to leave work and start their weekends. But nothing goes as planned in Norm Foster’s ‘Office Hours,’ a six-scene play being presented this fall by the Boreli- ans at Port Perry United Church. “It’s a very, very funny Norm Foster,” said Borelians’ board member Carey Nicholson, and one of four directors working on the play. “They’re all very funny really, but this is pretty clever.” The six scenes are all taking place simulta- neously across a city, although the action is played out one at a time for the audience, Nicholson said. The play focus- es on human and business relationships as people try to leave for the weekend, including a psychiatrist who wants to leave for a wild weekend but is delayed by a patient standing outside her office on a window ledge, contem- plating jumping. In each scene, each group of char- acters believes their stories are uncon- nected to anything or anybody else. “But the audience can see they clear- ly are all connected,” she said. “The audience is the one that gets to enjoy the inside jokes.” The Borelian’s season opener is being overseen by veteran director Dave Ellis and is a directors’ work- shop. The group decided a good way to encourage new directors would be to have several direct a play under Ellis’s guidance, Nicholson said. This play, with its six connected yet individual scenes, was determined to be ideal for that purpose, she said. Nicholson is herself directing two scenes as is Bryan Mailey, an Uxbridge resident. Other directors are Port Per- ry’s Rick Huntington, who also has a role in a scene and is the technical director, and Zach McKendrick of Ux- bridge. “It’s been a lot of fun,” Nicholson said. “It’s worked out quite well.” There are 11 cast members, includ- ing five men with dual roles. Those dual-roles actors are Howard Linscott, a Toronto resident who’s new to the stage and who used to live in the Port Perry area, Dave Drennan, of Whitby, who’s done some work with Durham Shoestring Theatre, Andy Williamson, who’s worked with Uxbridge and Port Perry drama groups, David Honsberg- er, another Port Perry and Uxbridge theatre veteran, and Steve Kreider, playing his first two major roles after a bit part in a previous Borelians’ pro- duction. Huntington is the other male actor. Women in the play are Susan Ellis, a Borelians’ veteran, Michelle Stack, of Brooklin, making a return to the Bore- lians after 15 years or so, Jacquie Watts, of Uxbridge, Joanne Norman, another Borelian veteran who has also worked in Oshawa and Uxbridge, and Mandy French, a newcomer who lives in the Port Perry area. With the Borelians’ usual home, To wn Hall 1873, out of commission during renovations and expansion, the cast will present the play at the church across the street from Town Hall. Re- hearsals have been carried out both at the church and in houses. “We’ve been rehearsing in our homes,” Nicholson said. “My house has been rehearsal central.” With two or three actors in a scene, it’s been fairly easy to rehearse dur- ing the week at various houses while weekends see the entire play rehearsed at the church, she said. “It’s very much like ‘Let’s find a barn and do a show.’ It’s like Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland which makes it fun for everybody.” With four directors, the common re- hearsals allow each of them and Ellis to see how the parts are coming together as one, she said. ‘Office Hours’ plays its final three shows Nov. 5 and 6 at 8 p.m., with a matinee at 2 p.m. Nov. 6, at the church, the corner of Queen and Simcoe streets in Port Perry. Tickets are $15 and are available at Henshall’s Clothiers, 241 Queen St., Port Perry, 905-985-1965. 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