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Aurora meeting to discuss tweaking of new funding model By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Durham education officials are in Aurora today for a briefing on the latest incarnation of the Province’s transportation funding model. And while the Durham Catholic and public boards are slated to lose less funding than in the spring model, business superintendents say the losses would still be significant. David Visser, the Durham Catho- lic District School Board’s business superintendent, in an interview said ministry officials “adjusted some of the factors” used in the draft model released earlier this year. However City council hears from all sides of Official Plan debate By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — It was the Province’s plan versus the City’s Monday night as Pickering’s executive committee consid- ered an Official Plan amendment appli- cation to change the urban boundary to accommodate Pickering’s growth man- agement study. Nine people spoke to the committee (made up of members of council), with some preferring the City’s plan over the Province’s for Seaton and the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve, while oth- ers said they liked the Province’s, and a few didn’t like either. Under the City’s study, Seaton would be developed for 39,000 residents, while another 37,900 are to live in the southern portion of the preserve. However, under the Ontario Planning and Development Act, the City’s right to plan the area was taken away and the Ministry of Munici- pal Affairs has been working on a devel- opment plan for the provincially owned Seaton land. It has also included the agricultural preserve in the proposed Golden Horseshoe Greenbelt, which should be law by mid-December. Whitevale resident Sandy Rider asked that the Official Plan application deci- sion be postponed. “I’ve come to ask council to defer the amendment to the Official Plan until you start to negotiate with the Province,” she said. City staff stopped attending the pro- vincial planning meetings because, as Mayor Dave Ryan said, they were just sit- ting and listening, not able to give input. Ms. Rider supports the Province’s plan of including the agricultural preserve in the greenbelt. Ward 3 City Councillor David Pickles asked her which of the plans on Seaton she prefers. “Quite frankly either one — just move ahead with Seaton,” she replied. David Steele, the president of Picker- ing and Ajax Citizens Together for the Environment (PACT), expressed several concerns, including that the cold water streams and aquifers in Seaton will not be adequately protected under the Prov- ince’s plan. “What I’m really concerned about is COME SE E OUR NE W LOOK T ODAY! 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[ Index ] Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Entertainment, B3 Classified, B5 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 47,600 infodurhamregion.com 376 Kingston Rd., Pickering (NE corner of Rougemount & Hwy. #2) FINE CHINESE CUISINE & DINING LOUNGE For Reservations •OR• Great Take-Out 509-9888509-9888 The Pickering 56 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2004 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 RECREATION Pickering’s winter guide aims to get you active Inside today’s News Advertiser REAL ALLURE Buick has drive for public Wheels, pullout BATTAH STEPS UP Ajax native nets new Junior A hockey job Sports, Page B1 LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT START TO A LONG-DISTANCE DAY Mike Pochwat / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Competitors anticipate the start of the women’s 3,000 metre event at the 2004 Ontario Cross-Country Championships, held Sunday at Beverley Morgan Park. The Durham Dragons Athletics Club hosted the event, marking the first time in more than a decade that it was held east of Toronto. It features top distance runners from across the province. This is the ninth in a series of sto- ries exploring the ever-evolving and expanding multicultural makeup of Durham Region. By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM — For a Muslim woman, public swimming is out of the question. Appearing in a bathing suit wouldn’t be permitted for cultural and religious reasons. For an example, look to the re- cent Summer Olympics where a Muslim woman, a female sprinter from Iran, competed while wearing a head scarf and with her arms and legs covered, in accordance with her religious beliefs. In the mid-1990s, a group of Muslim women rented the pool on a regular basis at the Ajax Community Centre for swimming. The general public was ex- cluded, the public viewing area locked and only female lifeguards were allowed on duty. It’s a prime example of how a mu- nicipality has helped accommodate the cultural change underway in Durham Region. The mainly white community of yesterday has given way to a multicul- tural, multi-religious, multi-ethnic com- munity of today. To ensure the needs of many seg- ments of society are met, communities such as Ajax and Pickering have estab- lished race relations or diversity advisory committees. Recreation departments may not provide programs specific to each culture, religious or ethnic group, but they have been working with groups to ensure their goals are addressed. Sharon Meredith, director of recre- ation services with Ajax, says the Town is open to “any and all requests. We’ll facilitate any group. We’ll do anything we can, within a reasonable request. “We can’t be all things to all people. We provide programs to the community as a whole.” Pickering adapts to diverse population More scrutiny for Pickering plan Durham school boards talk transportation funding Pickering veteran speaks, students listen PICKERING — Pickering’s Jan de Vries, a veteran of the Second World War and well-known advocate for ac- knowledging the great sacrifices of our veterans, visited with Ajax High School students last week, encouraging them to think about what it is like to go to war. See story page A2.✦ See Community, Page A4 ✦ See Boards, Page A5 ✦ See All, Page A10 V eteran offers new perspective By Mike Ruta Staff Writer AJAX — It was a sobering thought for many Ajax High School students: imagine yourselves marching down Yo nge Street, marching off to war. Jan de Vries caught pupils off guard with the notion when he spoke at a Nov. 17 assembly. The Second World War veteran, who served in the 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion, spoke to students about his war experiences, including landing in France as part of the D-Day inva- sion and in Germany near the end of the conflict. “It never even crossed my mind,” Grade 12 student Scott Conely said of going to war. The Grade 12 pupil says hearing Mr. de Vries’s experi- ences directly were far more vivid than reading about the war. And while the conflict ended more than 40 years after he was born, Mr. Conely says young people haven’t forgotten the veterans’ sacri- fices. “I think it means a lot to us because we had relatives in the war,” he says, adding, “Who knows what could happen in the future.” Fellow student Rachel Brooks was surprised as well at the thought of going to war. Seeing slides of Mr. de Vries as a young man, she was touched by the fact that the veteran lost some of his best years serving in the war. “I think (the veterans’ sacrifices) mean a lot to stu- dents,” she said. Mr. de Vries says he wasn’t trying to scare the students, but anything is possible, even another world war. “You never know,” he said in an interview. “Ten years down the road, with the shortage of water and food and the increasing popula- tion.” Ms. Brooks, on behalf of the school, presented Mr. de Vries with a $200 cheque. The money will go towards keeping paratrooper Fred Topham’s Victoria Cross (VC) medal in Canada. As it stands, the rare medal, awarded for valour, is slated to be sold, and a British col- lector is offering more than $300,000. Mr. de Vries says it’s im- portant that the VC stays in Canada. “I feel that Canadians should know their own heroes and this is one that should be known,” he says, adding if the effort is success- ful, the medal would be on permanent display at various museums across the coun- try. Mr. de Vries served with Mr. Topham, a medic, and when asked about him, in- stantly replies “6-2, heavy set, very quiet, but he had a ready smile and he talked to everybody.” The heroism that earned him the VC occurred on March 24, 1945, when both men dropped from the sky for the crossing of the Rhine River and the push into Germany. Nazi soldiers were waiting, spraying the drop zone with machine- gun fire. Mr. de Vries says many soldiers were killed as they landed or as they were taking off their chutes. A nearby field was full of dead and wounded, one of whom cried out for help. “Two medics ran out and before they could do any- thing they were killed,” Mr. de Vries recalls. “Topham saw this, charged out, got shot through the nose, ignored it, and dragged the guy to safety. He was doing that all day.” That there has to be an effort to keep Mr. Topham’s Victoria Cross in Canada is “a sad situation,” he says. It will take $275,000 to keep it here. Mr. de Vries is optimistic the money will be raised. “I’m pretty sure we’re achieving this. I’m getting calls from British Columbia to P.E.I.,” he says, noting stu- dents from across the coun- try are contributing. A/P PAGE A2 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 HIGHWAY #2TOWNLINEDON CHERRY'S PRICECHOPPERHARWOOD AVE.SALEM RD.KINGSTON RD. 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These positions are normally filled by members of the community over the age of eighteen, who live or work in Scarborough or west Durham. Accordingly, the Board Effectiveness Committee invites applications for nomination to the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on June 28, 2005. If you are interested in joining the Board, please email a complete resume to cpember@rougevalley.ca or mail to: Chair, Board Effectiveness Committee c/o Christine Pember Administration Rouge Valley Health System 2867 Ellesmere Road Scarborough ON M1E 4B9 Deadline for submission is December 15, 2004. sportsdurhamregion.com War reality hits home Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Jan de Vries gave students a first-hand account of war life dur- ing a stop at Ajax High School last week. #VU%VSIBNTIFBMUI PGGJDFSBSHVFTUIFZIBE QMFOUZPGTBZJOEFCBUF 9p:Xicp=fjk\i JkX]]Ni`k\i ;LI?8D Ç5PVHI OFX TNPLJOH CZMBXT BSF IJUUJOH DPNNVOJUJFT BOE UIF0OUBSJPHPWFSONFOUJTQSFQBSJOH UPUBCMFB1SPWJODFXJEFTNPLJOHCBO GPSUIFTFSFBTPOTTNPLFSTOFFEUPCF IFBSE BOBEWPDBUFTBZT i8FSF IFSF GPS TNPLFST UP FOTVSF UIFZIBWFBWPJDFBUUIFEFDJTJPONBL JOH UBCMF u TBJE /BODZ %BJHOFBVMU QSFTJEFOU PG NZDIPJDFDB B OBUJPOBM TNPLFST SJHIUT PSHBOJ[BUJPO i5IJT JT OPU BCPVU UVSOJOH CBDL UIF DMPDL TPUIBUZPVDBOTNPLFXIFOFWFSBOE XIFSFWFSu .T%BJHOFBVMUJTUPVSJOHUIF1SPW JODFTQFBLJOHUP3PZBM$BOBEJBO-F HJPOT XIP BSF PGUFO FYFNQU GSPN TNPLJOHCZMBXTCFDBVTFUIFZBSFQSJ WBUFDMVCT SFTUBVSBOUTBOENFEJBUP QSPNPUFUIFPSHBOJ[BUJPO 3FTFBSDICZUIF$BOBEJBO5PCBDDP .BOVGBDUVSFST$PVODJM $5.$ GPVOE UIBUTPNFTNPLFSTGFMUUIFZXFSFCFJOH iT I VU PVU PG UIF QSPDFTT u TIF TBJE 5IFUPCBDDPDPVODJMTQFOUNJMMJPO UP TUBSU NZDIPJDFDB .T %BJHOFBVMU TBJE i(PWFSONFOUT XIFOFWFS UIFZWF FOBDUFE QPMJDJFT UIBU FGGFDU TNPLFST TVDIBTUBYFT UIFZTFFNUPPOMZBO TXFSUPOPOTNPLJOHHSPVQTFYDMVTJWF MZ uTBJE.T%BJHOFBVMU BOFYTNPLFS GPSGJWFZFBSTXIPXBTSFDSVJUFEGPSUIF PSHBOJ[BUJPOTUPQKPC :FU %VSIBN 3FHJPO IFBSE GSPN TNPLFST BOE UIF IPTQJUBMJUZ JOEVTUSZ XIFO GPSNJOH UIFJS CZMBX BOE TUJMM EP SFHVMBS QPMMJOH PG TNPLJOH BOE OPOTNPLJOHSFTJEFOUT TBJE%S3PC FSU,ZMF %VSIBNTNFEJDBMPGGJDFSPG IFBMUI )F DBMMFE NZDIPJDFDBT CFMJFG UIBU TNPLFSTBSFMFGU PVU PG UIF EJT DVTTJPOBiXFBL BSHVNFOUu i8IBUDIPJDF EP ZPV IBWF XIFO ZPVSF BEEJDUFE UP B MFUIBM BEEJDUJWF TVCTUBODF u IF TBJE i"NPSFBQ QSPQSJBUF UJUMF XPVME CF NZBEEJDUJPODB PS NZOJD PUJOFBEEJDUJPODBu .T%BJHOFBVMUTBJEQFSDFOUPG UIFHSPVQTNPSFUIBO NFNCFST XBOUUPRVJU BOEUIBUUIFZSFDPHOJ[F UIFIFBMUIFGGFDUTPGTNPLJOH i*UT BGBMMBDZUIBUTNPLFSTDPTUUIF TZTUFN NPSF u TBJE 4FBO %VSLBO B TNPLFS BNFNCFSPGUIFPSHBOJ[BUJPO BOE.T%BJHOFBVMUTNFEJBBTTJTUBOU i4NPLFST QBZ NPSF JOUP UIF TZTUFN UIBOUIFZSFHFUUJOHPVUu 5IF HSPVQ BSHVFT UIBU $BOBEBT NJMMJPO BEVMU TNPLFST BOE UBYFT PO TNPLJOHDPOUSJCVUFECJMMJPOJOUPUBM GFEFSBMBOEQSPWJODJBMHPWFSONFOUUP CBDDPUBYBOESFWFOVFTJO i5IJT JT OPU BO FDPOPNJD JTTVF u %S,ZMFTBJEi5IJTJTBRVBMJUZPGMJGF JTTVFBIFBMUIBOETBGFUZBSHVNFOU i5P CBDDPTNPLJOHJTUIF/PDBVTF PG QSFWFOUBCMF EJTFBTF BOE EFBUI JO $BOBEB QSPCBCMZUIFXPSMEu .T%BJHOFBVMUTBJEUIFSFTOPSFB TPO TNPLJOH IBT UP CF DPNQMFUFMZ CBOOFE JO QVCMJD QMBDFT XIFO UIFSF BSFPQUJPOTTVDIBTEFTJHOBUFETNPL JOHSPPNT %43 "OETUBGGBMXBZTIBWF UIFSJHIUUPSFGVTFUPFOUFSB%43 i8F WF IBE OP SFBM JOEJDBUJPO PG QFPQMF TBZJOH A8F XBOU UP NBLF JU TNPLJOHBHBJO u.S%VSLBOTBJEi#VU XIZTIPVMEXFOPUIBWFPVSPXOQMBD FTUPHPXIFOXFXBOUUP u 1MVTUIFSFBSFPGUFONPSFDIFNJDBMT QFPQMFBSFFYQPTFEUPXIFOXPSLJOH JOTJEF GBDUPSJFT PS TJUUJOH PVUTJEF PO B QBUJP JOIBMJOH GVNFT GSPN QBTTJOH DBST .T%BJHOFBVMUTBJE %S,ZMFRVFTUJPOFEUIFTUBUFNFOU i*N OPU TVSF UIBUT USVF u IF TBJE i#VU * EPOU UIJOL UIBU KVTU CFDBVTF ZPV IBWF PUIFS UPYJOT ZPV EPOU EP BOZUIJOHBCPVUTNPLJOHu .T%BJHOFBVMUJTTQFBLJOHUPMPDBM .11T PO IFS UPVS BOE JT IPQJOH UP NFFUXJUIUIF.JOJTUFSPG)FBMUICF GPSFBQSPWJODFXJEFCBODPNFTJOUP QMBDF .ZDIPJDFDB JODMVEFT B EJTDVTTJPO GPSVN TNPLJOHTUBUJTUJDTBOESFTPVSD FTUIBUJODMVEFTMJOLTUPBOUJTNPLJOH HSPVQTBOERVJUUJOHTNPLJOHJOGPSNB UJPO.FNCFSTIJQJTGSFF !0 0!'% !U Ê .%73 !$6%24)3%2U Ê ./6%-"%2 ! ! 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Lisa Warth has the job of organizing the Town’s Canada Day celebrations. In the past, it may have featured more traditional entertainment, such as a jazz band or a country group. The aim now is to expand the itinerary to be more inclu- sive. It’s an attempt to “meet the needs of our diverse community. There are lots of cultures in Ajax and we want to provide something for everybody,” Ms. Warth states. An expanded program is also a chance to “expose somebody to something they haven’t experienced, like a Chinese per- son tasting Indian food or seeing Indian dance.” Ms. Meredith agrees, saying expand- ing the event makes it “more multicul- tural. We want to make it a more inclu- sive event.” On Canada Day, the Town is now of- fering a swearing-in ceremony for new Canadians, notes Linda Cork, manager of leisure services. “They can get their citizenship on July 1, which is kind of neat. “It’s one area to look at to give atten- tion to. It’s part of the recreation advisory committee’s work plan.” One of those areas is potential barriers to active participation, Ms. Cork notes, and these include cultural barriers. “We need to meet the needs of people in our community.” Marisa Carpino, supervisor of culture and recreation with the City of Pickering, says groups approach her for partner- ships. “We often partner to provide multicul- tural events. They have their members, who sing and dance. They’re active in their own organization, but they’re not able to network into the community,” Ms Carpino says. Each year, the City’s race relations and equity committee holds a Heritage Day at the Pickering Town Centre. “They enjoy showcasing what they’ve got to a broader community,” she notes. The groups are well-established, with a clear mandate and goals. “They like to partner with us, to be part of a bigger event,” Ms. Carpino states. For the City’s Canada Day celebra- tions, Ms. Carpino will “always try to include a multicultural part. It’s part of being Canadian.” Given that Canada Day attracts about 15,000 people, “they don’t always have that opportunity” to perform before such a large audience, she says. Balliram Chadee, of Ajax, is with The Hanuman Temple and Centre for Re- ligious and Cultural Research and says the group is a South Asian, religious- based group. The group has “tied our mission with (Ajax),” Mr. Chadee states. The Town has helped the group by providing subsidized space, while the group in turn has done cultural events, such as dance and music activities. It is also part of the Ajax Cultural Advisory Committee. “When the Town helps, it makes a difference,” he states. He suggested one way for a munici- pality to aid groups would be to set up a ”mayoralty committee,” which would mean “having all the groups in one spot. It would be nice to have a forum for all these groups in one place,” he says. Rather than have a municipality orga- nize events, the groups prefer help, but want to run programs themselves. “Each group has its mandate. We know what we want to do,” Mr. Chadee says, adding it’s more a “collaboration.” John Muise, chairman of the Ajax Rec- reation Advisory Committee, says, “We will help any group that feels it needs our assistance. We’ll assist them and we’ll be more than happy to assist.” He notes It Takes A Village representa- tives came to the committee for help. “They were ecstatic,” Mr. Muise says. “They wanted to know how to get started and we helped them. “If anybody needs our help, we help. As soon as we start limiting ourselves, it’s taking away options.” A/P PAGE A4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 LIQUIDATION SALE WILL CONTINUE UNTIL EVERYTHING IS GONE! rrs TM NO RAINCHECKS, NO SPECIAL ORDERS, NO PHONE ORDERS, NO LAYAWAYS. QUANTITIES LIMITED, NOT ALL ITEMS WILL BE RESTOCKED. SHOP EARLY! HOURS OF OPERATION DURING LIQUIDATION AFTER NOV 20 WED. THRU. 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NEWS ADVERTISER Spruce Up Y our Home for the H olidays Fast, Friendly and Expert Service Two Great Locations To Serve You: 469 Kingston Rd., Pickering Toll Free: 419 Dundas St. E., Whitby Toll Free: P PAGE A5 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 the board stands to lose about $1 million, or 14 per cent of its busing grant, if the model were to be put into practice. Previously, it was to have been out $1.4 million. “We must recognize the reality of a $1 million re- duction on a $7 million budget,” Mr. Visser said. In reporting to trustees last month, he warned of “significant changes to the overall transpor- tation system for our board” if it was to have its funding cut by so much. Mr. Visser at the time w ouldn’t say what would have to give, confident the model will change be- fore being implemented. He maintains the Prov- ince should be creating an “expenditure recognition model” for transportation, to reflect what boards are spending, as opposed to a model that allocates fund- ing. Mr. Visser plans to re- peat that sentiment when Catholic board staff meet with ministry officials. The Durham District School Board previously said it was in line to be out 20 per cent of its trans- portation funding, or about $3.7 million. In the new model, business superin- tendent Ed Hodgins says the board would lose about $2 million, phased in over three years, offset by about $1 million in added fund- ing. “I think that in 2004/05 dollars it’s $2 million, which is a fair bit of money,” he says. Mr. Hodgins, board chairman Elizabeth Roy and transportation man- ager Lynda Smith are at- tending the meeting. He wouldn’t speculate on what input or sugges- tions they might provide to the ministry, but added some of the concerns the board had earlier this year remain. “What they’ve attempted to do with these fac- tors is objectively identify things that will affect transporta- tion,” he says, noting fac- tors include demographics and the distance between schools. “While there may be a correlation between them and transportation, they haven’t released a standardized transporta- tion model, whatever that might look like,” he says. “We don’t know the dollars generated by this model provide enough money.” Mr. Hodgins says the board is “encouraged that some improvements have been made” to the model. However, what hasn’t changed is that suburban school boards appear to be taking the biggest hit. David Visser Boards make their transportation case to ministry officials Boards from Page A1 Formerly PANDA Fundraising Sale The Great NOW OPEN!! Candles Galore Decorative Tins Gift Wrap & Accessories Secret Santas Aunt Sarah’s Chocolate Teachers Gifts Stocking Stuffers Corprate Giveaways Hostess Gifts Gift Baskets & Fillers PICKERING HUB PLAZA Across from Pickering Town Centre 1360 Kingston Rd. 905-839-7090 HOURS: MON - WED 9 - 6, THUR. & FRI. 9 - 8, SAT. 9 - 6, SUN. 11 - 5 STORE OPEN FROM NOV. 13 - DEC. 23 GREAT GIFT IDEAS! FACTORY DIRECT SAVE UP TO75% FACTORY DIRECT SAVE UP TO75% A/P PAGE A6 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 O ne of my kids was sit- ting quietly with a book the other day. As I passed by, I asked him what he was reading. “A religious story” he replied. “No kidding” I said, “What’s it about?” He lowered his book and said, very sol- emnly, “Moses and the Ten Condiments”. I corrected him and after the two of us had laughed ourselves silly we started postulating just how much different the world might be had Moses actually come down from the moun- tain carrying what looked more like a menu than anything else. We might’ve ended up with things like “Thou shalt not kill the flavour with too much mustard” “Thou shalt not covet thy neighbours chutney” or “Honor thy Father and thy Mother’s meatloaf”. Makes you wonder if maybe this might be a nicer world, a more easy-going world, if people had been given directions on how to make life more flavourful and healthful than a list of punitive orders from on high. I don’t mean to belittle the big Te n, but I think that’s why I’ve always preferred Christ’s be- atitudes to Moses’ fiery ‘Don’ts’. The Old and New Testaments have very different managerial styles. Moses is the quintes- sential apoplectic, intimidating micro-manager; picture ‘Julian Fa ntino’ with a shepherds staff. He’s always bawling somebody out or threatening the hell out of people. Jesus, on the other hand, seems, to me, more like a Steve Jobs or an Anthony Robbins kind of guy. Accentu- ate the positive, man. I don’t know what the dress code for the Apostles was but I’ll bet you Jesus was big on casual Fridays. And you’ll notice Jesus never fired anybody. Thomas questioned the veracity of the CEO in front of the whole boardroom and he wasn’t let go. And do you think Judas could’ve pulled that kind of a stunt on Moses’ watch with- out getting an earful in front of the rest of the employees? Not a chance. Moses wasn’t really big on dialogue. He was char- ismatic as hell, but his team building qualities were a little lacking. I’m not saying I blame him or anything. You have to figure, a guy takes a personal meeting with God, everyone else he meets on the planet is going to seem like a bit of a cheap knock-off. Still, I prefer the New Testa- ment style altogether. I think people always do better when you point out what is ‘Blessed’ about them as opposed to telling them they’d better not screw up, or else. To me, the- ology has always been a very simple matter. Who would you rather hang out with, a guy with fiery eyes and a plague of locusts at his fingertips, or a dude who can change water into wine? There’s no question life with Moses would be excit- ing, but I don’t think he was a big laugher. I’ll take the guy with the sense of humor every- time. Sunderland resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his col- umns. We can’t overlook any victim of the Holocaust To the editor: Re: ‘Action figures reveal total idiocy,’ Neil Crone column, Nov. 10. Mr. Crone makes an all- too-common but nevertheless major error in his understand- ing of history. He quotes the American philosopher George Santayana when he says “those that do not heed history are doomed to repeat it” and then illustrates his own personal misunder- standings of history suggesting the Holocaust during the Sec- ond World War represented the deaths of six million Jews. The reality of the Holocaust was the death of some 11 mil- lion people representing all races and religions of Europe at the time, including Ger- mans. The 11 million lost did of course, agreed by most histori- ans, include six million Jews. The additional five-million people are often referred to as “the others” in many historical writings and my opinion is that it in no way detracts from the terrible genocide waged against European Jews to acknowledge this reality. Rather, it gives voice to the other mostly forgotten victims. Five-million people, I might add, should be hard to forget, yet ask any school child what happened in the Holocaust and the standard answer will be that this was when six million Jews were killed. It is columns such as Mr. Crone’s, although well-inten- tioned, that are responsible for the fact that North Americans in particular equate the Ho- locaust with only six-million Jews. As he says, “those that do not heed history.....” Robert Lock Pickering Non-smokers the true underdogs To the editor: Re: ‘Learning to accept smok- ers,’ Dave Stell column. I was shocked and appalled at Mr. Stell’s statements. Smok- er’s the underdog? Who are you kidding? The tobacco industry is one of the most powerful in- dustries in the world. If it wasn’t for its high-financed power, I would have hoped smoking would be a thing of the past. After all, who would pur- chase a product that is labeled with warnings that say a prod- uct could kill you, and then willingly, slowly, inhale these poisons. In the last 10 years I have seen two relatives die of lung cancer. They suffered through a long and excruciat- ing death, drowning in their own lungs’ fluids. If only they and other people today could have looked into the future and witnessed the overwhelming fear in the eyes of a smoker as their lungs refuse to perform... breath after agonizing breath. Feeling a twinge of guilt for persecuting smokers was another statement I could not believe. Do smokers feel a twinge of guilt as they blow their poisons down the lungs of non-smokers walking by? Do smokers feel a twinge of guilt when we inhale their toxins with no filter? Do children have a voice when they are living in a smoker’s home, breathing in this deadly air, or worse yet, trapped in the back of a car en- veloped in smoke? Open your eyes Mr. Stell. From an underdog who feels we have endured enough. Sharon Torok, Pickering Smoking views naive To the editor: Re: ‘Learning to accept smok- ers’, David Stell column, Nov. 14. Not once in this column did Mr. Stell mention that the to- bacco companies pay for the website he was impressed with: mychoice.ca. And that the spokeswoman for the site, who is in his opinion makes it really tough, if not impossible to dislike, gets her paycheque from these same tobacco com- panies. I was prepared to write this off to Mr. Stell being extremely naive – especially for a news editor, until I saw the full page ad on the very next page for this vile website which pro- motes smoking (smoking kills- remember?). From naivete to outrage with one turn of the page. Tom Beyer Ajax EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Moses and the ten condiments?IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: Do smokers deserve more rights from the government when considering anti-smoking laws: Yes or No? Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Should Canada lower the mini- mum age for voting from 18 to 16? Votes cast: 433 No: 52.4 % Yes: 47.6 % A real Canadian idol Wendy Van Kempen of Ajax, a teacher at Whitby’s Captain Michael VandenBos Public School, recently met one of her idols, Jean- Michel Cousteau. Ms. Van Kempen has a lot of respect for the ex- plorer, environmentalist, educator and film producer. She studied marine biology in Hawaii and for a summer was a trainer at the Vancouver Aquarium. She shares her interest in marine life with her students and met Mr. Cousteau at the annual Charles Sauriol Dinner earlier this month held by the Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto and the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, e-mail photos to dstell@durhamregion.com. 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Nancy Daigneault, president of mychoice.ca, is touring Ontario campaigning on behalf of a large segment of the population that she believes has borne the brunt of too much public backlash. She made recent stops in Durham Region and Northumberland County. Yo u see, mychoice.ca is a national non-profit smokers’ rights organization. As more and more municipal governments across Ontario introduce no-smoking bylaws and as the Province takes a step in that right direction as well, the group doesn’t like the lay of the land. It says it isn’t asking for a return to the days when you could smoke anywhere and everywhere, just that smokers be given more of a voice as the debate rages. It’s even presenting research that shows some smokers feel they are being shut out of the process. It’s enough to make some think twice. But know this: The Cana- dian Tobacco Manufacturers’ Council spent $2.5 million to start mychoice.ca. So, the group with arguably the most to lose under tough anti- smoking legislation is now running a sympathy advertising cam- paign. Go ahead, but the public just isn’t buying. No-smoking bylaws across the province have included extensive public consultation, with representatives from just about every segment and group imaginable invited to have their say. Here in Durham, the bylaw certainly hasn’t pleased everyone, but those in opposition have pleaded their case publicly and been given ample opportunity to speak. At the end of the day, what it all boils down to with this issue is that smoking kills, and so too does second-hand smoke. According to the federal government, in 1991 smoking-attrib- utable health-care costs were $2.5 billion. Throw in the costs for residential care and worker absenteeism, and it’s another $3.5 bil- lion. Staggering. And that doesn’t even tell the whole story on the impact to the health system or our economy. It also found smokers spend more time in hospital and visit their doctor more often than those who don’t light up. And last, but certainly not least, on aver- age smokers missed more time at work than others. Any adult wishing to light up is perfectly within his or her rights. But when it in any way impacts others, it’s a public health issue and governments must act. To ugh no-smoking bylaws are needed to ensure anyone can visit a public place without fear of damaging their health. The same holds true for our workforce, where no job should come with the risks that second-hand smoke bring. Public awareness campaigns such as this only cloud smoking arguments, when stark reality is needed with such a life and death issue. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com P PAGE A7 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. 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The best thing about making a snowman is that you only need snow – which certainly isn’t a problem in most Canadian regions! Of course, it helps if you’re bundled up warmly and have friends and family to help. You might even start a real competition with the neighbors to see who can build the most spectacular and creative snowman on the block.Whether you prefer the classic look with the carrot nose and rocks for the eyes and a mouth, or want to test your creativity and build “new and improved”+ Frosty, there’s no wrong way to make a snowman. You can even build an entire snow family! Of course, there are a few technical details to consider, the first being the type of snow you have on hand. It has to be moist enough to stick together, but dry enough to that it won’t melt too quickly. What’s more, freshly fallen snow will work a lot better than hard packed snow. Also keep in mind that you can use water to help different pieces stick together. To ensure your decorative elements stay in place, use objects that aren’t too heavy (or they’ll fall off), or too light (they’ll only blow away in the wind). Last but not least, make sure your creation won’t pose a danger to children. Avoid using dangerous tools as props or building tunnels that little ones can get trapped in. The important thing is that you be safe, use your imagination and have a great time! Build a Snowman P PA GE A10 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE The GTAA's Draft Plan for an airport in Pickering is now available f or the public to review and provide comment. Copies of the Pickering Airport Draft Plan Report can be picked up at the GTAA's Pickering Site Office. The Draft Plan will also be available at www.gtaa.com. The GTAA will host the following public open house meetings: Tuesday,Nov.23rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Claremont Community Centre, 4941 Old Brock Rd. Wednesday, Nov. 24th . . . . . .Markham,Box Grove Community Centre, 7651 9th Line Thursday, Nov. 25th . . . . . . . .Uxbridge,Goodwood Community Centre, Highway 47 and Regional Road 21 Monday, Nov. 29th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pickering Recreation Complex, O'Brien Room, 1867 Valley Farm Road Tuesday, Nov. 30th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stouffville,Latcham Hall, 8 Park Drive Wednesday, Dec. 1st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Road Thursday, Dec. 2nd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Oshawa,Lviv Hall, 38 Lviv Blvd. Each open house will run from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., with a presentation at 7:00 p.m. GTAA Pickering Site Office 3590 Brock Road Brougham, ON L0H 1A0 Phone: 905-619-4822 F ax: 905-619-3575 E-mail: pickeringlands@gtaa.com Web site: www.gtaa.com Greater Toronto Airports Authority Holidays 1163 Kingston Rd. 905-420-0003 PICKERING I 1235 Bayly St. 905-831-1280 PICKERING II WHITBY I WHITBY II 1910 Dundas St. E. 905-436-3780 4160 Baldwin St. S. 905-655-4920 OPENING FRI. NOV. 26 15% OFF Rejuvasol • nourishes skin • antiaging formula • improves skin elasticity *one coupon per purchase, expire Nov. 30, 2004 50OFF % FULL PROGRAM *Expires Nov. 28/04 Excludes products PICKERING LOCATION ONLY!!! the provincial government dictating to Pickering what they’re going to do,” he said. Mr. Steele supports the GMS. Wolf Mueller, who lives in the pre- serve, would rather not see any develop- ment. “I do see quite a few areas that need to be re-examined in both plans,” he said. Every member of council also had their say on the issue. Wa rd 2 City Councillor Doug Dicker- son voted against the recommendation because of the proposed development in the preserve. “As a councillor on a previous term on this council we undertook (to protect) the agricultural preserve in an open and honest fashion... At the end of the day we understood exactly what an agricultural easement was going to do,” he said. Wa rd 3 Regional Councillor Rick John- son also voted against it. “I supported easements on some of that land and because of that I can’t sup- port this,” he said. The other four councillors voted in fa- vour, with Ward 1 City Councillor Kevin Ashe absent. Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner pointed out with the City’s plan there is the option of appeal. “The public still has the opportunity to take this to the Ontario Municipal Board if they’re not happy and that is the big difference between the growth man- agement study and the Province’s plan,” he said. “We have an opportunity to de- velop good planning and smart growth in this municipality.” The recommendation is to go forward to a special council meeting Monday, Dec. 13 and if approved by council it will then go to Regional council for ap- proval. Brenner wants social housing commitment Councillors agree to 25-per cent target for central Pickering By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Council is taking steps to ensure there are a range of housing options available for the resi- dents who may someday be calling new developments in central Picker- ing home. Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner brought forward an amend- ment to the Official Plan amendment application at Monday’s Pickering ex- ecutive committee meeting that 25 per cent of the housing to be built in cen- tral Pickering be affordable to moder- ate- and low-income families, whether it be for purchase or rent. “Wouldn’t it be nice if our commu- nity, through the growth management study, addressed affordable housing so our young people don’t have to leave the community?” Coun. Brenner said. Executive committee was consider- ing an OPA application that would change the urban boundary to accom- modate the City’s growth management study. The study calls for development in Seaton and the southern portion of the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Pre- serve. Wa rd 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson had some concerns with Coun. Brenner’s amendment. “I don’t think we’re going to achieve what we want to achieve by putting this amendment in,” he said. His concern was that even if more affordable housing was built there was no way to guarantee it wouldn’t be bought by higher income individuals and rented or sold at less affordable prices. Coun. Johnson said he would like to see a provision requiring own- ers occupy the units, but Neil Car- roll, director of planning, said the City can’t legislate people, just zoning. Coun. Johnson said another prob- lem with the amendment is that the market and developers ultimately dic- tate what is built. Wa rd 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean supported the amendment. “I don’t care what (Lebovic) or any other developer wants,” he said. “If council passes an amendment this should be what’s carried out.” Lebovic is one of the three devel- opers that is going to acquire land in Seaton through the provincial land swap. The other two are Metrus and Mattamy. Ward 3 City Councillor David Pick- les said it is appropriate to support affordable housing. “I feel there is enough flexibility and creativity out there that we can make it work,” he said. The amendment was passed by ex- ecutive committee and will go to a special council meeting Dec. 13, along with the Official Plan amendment ap- plication. All sides offer input on Pickering growth study All from Page A1 New accounting procedures for school boards not a cash grab By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Money raised by school community councils will continue to be spent at their schools, say local school board officials. Concerns have been raised over the provincial government’s move to have school boards follow standard ac- counting procedures used by the Pub- lic Sector Accounting Board (PSAB). As a result, starting next year school- generated funds are to be consolidated into boards’ financial statements as revenue. Some fear schools that raise a lot of money could receive fewer dol- lars from their boards, or that boards could use the extra cash to balance their budgets, diverting it from school- specific uses. David Visser, the Durham Catholic District School Board’s business su- perintendent, suggests those fears are groundless. “It is not the intent of the board to roll school-generated funds to the board account,” he says. Mr. Visser says PSAB “puts school boards and municipalities and hos- pitals under the same financial reporting prac- tices as the pro- vincial govern- ment.” He notes t hat parent councils once had their own bank accounts, but roughly six years ago the Province intro- duced legislation requiring the money be banked by the school. “It’s done for a number of reasons, for liability issues, for collection of GST rebates,” Mr. Visser states. At present, money raised at a school stays there, and he says that’s how it will remain when the new reporting method is introduced. “It stays at the school and typically the principal works with the school council and directs the money to dif- ferent purposes,” says Mr. Visser. Ed Hodgins, the Durham District School Board’s business superinten- dent, says “what we’re being required to report on is the entire entity of the school board,” including money raised by councils at the school level. But, he says, “the information that I’ve seen from the ministry, including a letter to SCCs, indicated quite clearly that this was a reporting change. “The ministry has been clear that this is a reporting requirement and puts no obligation on how boards actu- ally manage those funds,” Mr. Hodgins says. As at the Catholic board, he says school principals and councils decide how to spend the money. Mr. Hodgins says staff is preparing to include in the 2003/04 year-end fi- nancial statements, expected to be re- leased next month, how much money Durham public schools are raising. He wouldn’t estimate what that figure might be. Two weeks ago, staff and students at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School in Pickering held their major fundrais- er of the year. The walkathon raised almost $14,000 for library books, art performances and to host visiting sci- entists, among other purposes. Katherine Chornoboy, the school’s community council chairwoman, says she’s not concerned the school board or provincial government has ulterior motives. If parents felt the board or government were somehow taking ad- vantage of the reporting change, they would simply stop fundraising, she said. “The parents still have a big stick,” Ms. Chornoboy points out. “They have the power not to do it.” She notes that as far as using the money, much depends on the princi- pal and how well he or she works with the council. Council members would have “huge issues” with a principal who dictates how the money is to be spent, she says. She welcomed the increased ac- countability that comes with the new reporting standards, noting it’s some- thing Catholic school councils are accustomed to already. The Catholic board has in place a financial software system and procedure to account for school-based funds. Parent-raised money won’t leave schools Ed Hodgins Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Elves have been busy PICKERING — Al Harris sets these wooden items in just the right order as numerous volunteers worked hard to prepare for the Amberlea Presbyterian Church’s bazaar over the weekend. Pleads guilty to lesser charge By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — An Ajax woman has received a penitentiary term for charges arising from a fatal crash earlier this year. Ontario Court Justice Howard Chisvin sentenced 25-year-old Me- lissa Lahouri, of Tipton Crescent, to two years in custody during a court appearance in Newmarket last week. Ms. Lahouri pleaded guilty to a single count of dangerous driving causing death. She was originally charged with impaired care and con- trol of a vehicle causing death, and refusing to provide a blood sample by Durham Regional Police officers who investigated a crash in Ajax Jan. 25. Just after midnight on that date, Ms. Lahouri’s eastbound Mazda left Kingston Road between Wicks Drive and Audley Road. The vehicle swerved from the passing lane off the road and then slammed into a backhoe that had been parked in the area by a construction crew, court heard. Joseph Ramsahai, a 38-year- old Ajax man who was a passenger in the vehicle, died in the crash. Ms. Lahouri sustained minor inju- ries in the accident. Aj ax woman receives penitentiary sentence in fatal crash sportsdurhamregion.com IT’S CHILD’S PLAY FOR OLYMPIANS Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos PICKERING — Canadian Olympic beach volleyball players John Child and Mark Heese, left and above, visited the Dunbar- ton High School Spartans recently, offering their tips on the trade. A/P PAGE B1 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Pickering High earns Metro Bowl berth Tr ojans crusade over Red Knights; final is Friday in Hamilton DURHAM — The Pickering High School Trojans senior boys’ football team is heading to the Metro Bowl. The Trojans face the St. Michael’s College Blues on Friday at Ivor Wynne Stadium in Hamilton, with the kickoff set for 7:45 p.m. Pickering qualified by knocking off the Northern Red Knights 18-10 in semifinal action Saturday in Toronto. Head coach John Martini predicts the Metro Bowl “should be a close game. We have a chance.” His team’s strength is “offensive ball control,” and that’s going to be needed against St. Mike’s, he notes. “They have outstanding running backs, a very strong offensive line. They’re well coached and have a good program,” Martini says. “Their defense is very aggressive. “Overall, they’re an excellent team.” In the semis Saturday, the Trojans were the first team to land on the score sheet, taking a 3-0 lead as Mohammed Khawaja capped a 54-yard drive by booting a 27-yard field goal. The second quarter saw the Red Knights start strong, by returning a punt to the Pickering 44. On the next play, Nathaniel Budhoo broke several tackles and carried the ball to the one- yard line. Matt Adetuyi hit pay dirt on the next play by running up the middle for the score. Trailing 7-3 at that point, it was the first time Pickering had trailed in any game all season. Northern tried to surprise Pickering with an on-side kick, but an off-side penalty negated the play. The Trojans took the ball 67 yards in nine plays, finishing it off with a 16- yard pass from Darren McCloy to Troy Seivwright-Adams. Khawaja booted the convert. The Red Knights responded with a 31-yard field goal, with the first half ending 10-10. Northern took the opening kick- off in the third, but couldn’t move the ball and Pickering had the ball at midfield after the punt. What followed was a 10-play drive that ended with a two-yard plunge by Adrien Charles on third and goal. Again, Khawaja hit on the convert to give Pickering a 17-10 lead. The highlight play of the drive was a 17-yard pass to Gharone McLean. The Trojans kept Northern pinned in its own end for the rest of the game. Adam Brown and McLean both inter- cepted passes, with McLean’s setting up a single by Stephen Lopez with under five seconds to play. Following the game, Charles was named the Trojans’ most valuable player on offense, while Kyle Ezard was the defensive MVP. [ Hockey ]] Pickering bantams come up short PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers bantam ‘AA’ rep hockey team owned all aspects of the play at its own recent tournament, except in the game that really counted. The Panthers scored 16 goals and gave up only three in five games, as they registered four wins and three shutouts, at the Pickering Hockey Association ‘AA’ tournament. But, Pickering lost the championship game to the Vaughan Rangers in over time. Pickering’s Jesse Metzger opened the scoring in the first pe- riod, assisted by Cole Watkins. The 1-0 score stood up until 5:27 of the second period, when Vaughan tied it while the home team had two men in the penalty box. The teams played exciting, scoreless hockey until the end of regulation time. In overtime, play went from end-to-end, as both teams tried to notch the winner. Vaughan scored on another power play to capture the title. In the semifinal, Pickering shut- out North York 3-0. Ryan Lee scored a breakaway goal, unassisted. Andrew Rhodes made it 2-0 after taking a pass from Daniel Schofield. Cole Watkins scored the final goal, assisted by Metzger. In Game 1, Pickering faced the Vaughan Panthers and prevailed 4-0. Rhodes scored two goals, while Lee and Schofield notched one apiece and also added two assists apiece. Chris Riches, Joe Demarinis and Shawn Lant also recorded assists. Pickering gave up its only goal in regular tournament play when they defeated Cumberland 4-1 in Game 2. Once again Lee opened the scoring for Pickering, with Jesse Metzger contributing his first of three assists in this game. Watkins had two goals and Schofield also scored with Kyle Becker assisting. Wa tkins scored two goals and assisted on another as Pickering won the third game 4-0 over Milton. Lee, Cole Crerar and T.J. Angrove assisted. Chris Wright also scored, from Shawn Lant, and Andrew Mc- Connell, with assists to Crerar and Becker. Goaltenders Kyle Bateman and Aaron Williams played well throughout the tournament. Nigel Fleming and Eric Bartholomew played strong games on defence. The Panthers are in first place in the East Division of the York–Simcoe League with a 11-3-1 record. Dale Lee coaches the team, as- sisted by Peter Watkins and Richard Lant. The trainers are Brian Rhodes and Ray Angrove. [ Cheerleading ] For the Cheer fun of it DURHAM — Gimme a C... Gimme an H... Gimme a pair of EEs... Gimme an R. What do you have? A new sports club offering fun and fitness. The Durham Cheer Energy Cheerleading promotes healthy lifestyle and exercise habits, positive attitude, team dynamics and, most importantly, fun and acceptance. The club’s mission is to provide a fun, safe and healthy environment for girls and young women to de- velop strength, stunting, dance and tumbling skills and, most of all, team spirit and friendships. Competitive cheerleading is not what you may think. DCE members throw stunts, dance and tumble to put together a two-and-a-half minute routine full of excitement and fast- moving action. They aren’t cheering for another sport or team; they cheer for the pure fun and excite- ment of competition. Head coach and owner, Dr. Holly-Ann Detweiler, is a chiroprac- tor, with specific training in sports injury, currently practicing at Lak- eridge Chiropractic and Wellness Centre in Oshawa. She has seven years of cheerleading experience both as an athlete and as a coach. In addition, she has coached gym- nastics and competitive trampoline for nine years. Currently offering Primary/Junior (Grades 4-8) and Senior (Grades 9-12) competitive teams and Open Gym (ages 13 and up), DCE is still looking to recruit new members. Girls are needed to fill both teams and no experience is necessary. If you’re new to the sport and want to try without the com- mitment, Open Gym is held every Sunday night. For more information about the program, call 905-259-3579, e-mail durham_cheer_energy@yahoo.ca or visit www.durhamcheerenergy. com. The club is located in Anti- Gravity Trampoline Inc., at 110 Scotia Court, Unit 35 in Whitby, two blocks south of Highway 401 off of Went- worthAvenue. Former Ajacian now goalie coach with the Lethbridge Hurricanes By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — A former Ajax resident is playing a pivotal role in keeping pucks out of the Lethbridge Hurricanes’ net. Yo u won’t find Jeff Battah in the net, though. Rather, the 24-year-old is help- ing the Western Hockey League squad’s young goaltenders perform better with each start in the twine tent. Battah is in his first season as the goaltender coach, hired this summer by Hurricanes head coach Lindsay Hof- ford. After playing in the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League for the Brampton Capitals for several years, Battah finished with the team as a 20-year-old. Immediate following his last season, he took up coaching. “It was like I woke up from a bad dream when I finished playing,” Battah recalls. “I was skating with my old team at the start of the following season and all of a sudden I was coaching. I haven’t looked back since.” Prior to joining the Lethbridge coaching staff, Battah toiled as an as- sistant for five years in the OHA Ontar- io Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League, three with the Capitals and two with the Milton IceHawks — all under Hof- ford. He was behind the Brampton bench when they won a league title during the 2001-02 season. Making the decision to join Hofford in Lethbridge was an easy one, owing to similar hockey philosophies, not to mention taking his coaching skills to the next level. “Lindsay Hofford’s a man who’s won at every level, he knows how to win,” says Battah. “He believes in team disci- pline, a defensive game and developing players. Our staff is a big reason I came here. Our GM and train- ing staff as well as our assistant coach Luc Theo- ret have been tremendous in helping me move here and supporting each other.” Being in charge of the goaltenders, says Battah, is a challenging job, espe- cially this season. Lethbridge’s num- ber-one netminder for the past four seasons, Logan Koopmans, was draft- ed by the National Hockey League’s Detroit Red Wings. This year’s tan- dem is made up of Scott Bolland, the Hurricanes’ backup last season and Aaron Sorochan, who was acquired in a trade. “I had a very young group behind Scott Bolland... there was no true num- ber-one,” says Battah. “But, we ended up going 6-0 in the pre-season. “I think the biggest challenge is to remember that it’s junior hockey and that mistakes will be made. You also can’t control things that happen on the ice as you could when you played; you have to rely on the fact that you prepared them to the fullest and that they know what they have to do.” Battah says he’s formed a good rap- port with Bolland and Sorochan. “Scott is currently fifth in the league in GAA (goals against average) at the moment. Aaron is someone who’s played four years in the league, and understands it’s his last crack at play- ing in front of NHL scouts this season and has a very good frame of mind. They both support each other and we talk a lot as a trio and I think if a goal- tender has someone to talk to and to deflect ideas off, it makes life easier for everyone.” So far the Hurricanes’ goaltending tandem has been solid, helping the young squad to fourth place in the WHL’s Central Division with a mark of 7-7-6-1. Battah says the Hurricanes are in arguably the most competitive divi- sion in the league, with the Medicine Hat Cougars, which gave up a stingy eight goals in its first 10 games; the Calgary Hitmen, which possesses four first-round NHL draft picks, and the Red Deer Rebels, which boasts Brent Sutter as coach. “In our conference, four of the top five teams are from our division. It’s definitely tight,” he says. Coaching in the Western Canadi- an equivalent of the Ontario Hockey League requires a definite love of trav- el, says Battah, as there are many road trips. He outlines the recent gruelling road trip by bus earlier this season that took the Hurricanes to Oregon and Wash- ington State. “We left on a Thursday and drove 10 hours to Tri-Cities Washington, played Friday night and tied 3-3. We drove four hours to Everett, Washington after the game and got into Everett at 4 a.m. to our hotel, had a pre-game skate at 10 a.m., played that night in front of 6,500 and tied 2-2, and then drove two hours to Portland, Oregon and played at 5 p.m. on Sunday afternoon and won 4-1. We drove six hours to Spokane, Washington afterwards. We had Mon- day off, played Tuesday and lost 6-3 to Spokane... We returned on Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. to Lethbridge.” Battah says the fans in Lethbridge, a city of 75,000 in Southern Alberta, support the Hurricanes to the hilt. The team enjoys playing in the state-of-the- art Enmax Centre, which seats around 5,500. “The fans are really knowledgeable and because it’s such a small town, you’re under a microscope here,” he says, adding the Hurricanes are cov- ered closely by several media outlets. “You go somewhere and if you played badly, you hear why.” Battah says he’s in no hurry to join the head coaching ranks, preferring instead to soak in more experience as a goaltender coach for a few more years. “I’m only 24 and sometimes I think ‘wow, how fortunate am I to be in one of the best leagues in the world under the NHL’,” he says. “It’s definitely some- thing I don’t take for granted. If I don’t work hard, someone else will take my job.” Battah nets his dream job on the west coast Jeff Battah Aj ax public school earns ‘B’ crown as another soccer season comes to a close DURHAM — Another hugely suc- cessful elementary school soccer season came to a close in dramatic fashion earlier this month. Walter E. Harris used a golden goal in the first half of overtime to edge T.R. McEwen 2-1 in an all-Oshawa AAA championship game of the ju- nior boys/co-ed soccer season. Forty-five schools from Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering were whittled down to 10 for champion- ship day at Durham College. In an all-Whitby AA final, Sir Sam Steele prevailed 1-0 over Ormiston. Another Whitby school, Jack Miner, downed Bolton C. Falby of Ajax 2-1 in the A championship. Ajax’s Terry Fox beat Fallingbrook of Whitby 3-1 in the B final and Eagle Ridge blanked Lincoln Alexander 2-0 in an all-Ajax C final. Semifinal scores were as follows: AAA — Harris 3, A.G. Bell 1; McE- wen 4, Carruthers Creek 0; AA — Ormiston 3, Beau Valley 2 (golden goal); Steele 1, Lakeside 0 (penalty kicks); A — Jack Miner 2, Winchester 1 (golden goal); Falby 1, Attersley 0; B — Fallingbrook 2, P.E. Trudeau 1; Terry Fox 2, Altona Forest 0; C — Lincoln Alexander 3, VandenBos 1; Eagle Ridge 4, Grandview 3. Lockout doesn’t look good, says Primeau ... B2 Lockout hardly registering in Philadelphia, San Jose By Paul Futhey Staff Writer DURHAM — The questions are in- evitable. Keith Primeau knows it and accepts it. In town along with his younger brother Wayne to promote a charity hockey game at the Oshawa Civic Au- ditorium last week, Keith sounds hard- ly surprised when discussion turns to the current situation with the National Hockey League lockout. To say the work stoppage, initiated 10 weeks ago, is a stalemate is putting things mildly: the owners and players have not met since Sept. 9, six days before the lock- out began. That a protracted battle between the two sides was something many had predicted would happen doesn’t make it any easier, Keith says. “It doesn’t change the frustration at all, but this has been coming for a while now,” acknowledges the Phila- delphia Flyer. In the meantime, with hopes of any kind of season growing dimmer by the day, both brothers have been keeping busy. There are the charitable events, like the one in Oshawa that he and Wayne organized whose proceeds went toward Shoot For a Cure and Os- hawa and Whitby minor hockey orga- nizations. There is also Keith’s growing hockey equipment business and, most importantly, both brothers have fami- lies of their own to spend time with. “I’m filling my days — just a little differently,” Keith says. Wayne, the San Jose Sharks forward, finds himself in a similar situation. “There’s always something to find to do,” he says. While the lockout is an evident source of angst among fans, that dis- quiet seems to be far more concen- trated in Canada than in the United States. Even in Philadelphia, arguably one of the most successful U.S. mar- kets where the Flyers have a rabid fol- lowing, coverage appears to be mini- mal, at best. “It’s out of sight, out of mind,” Keith says. “It’s nothing like here in Cana- da.” And San Jose? One of the few Sun Belt franchises that has consistently drawn large crowds and a faithful fol- lowing even during lean years? “Obviously, in California, there’s so much else going on,” says Wayne, re- ferring to myriad football and basket- ball teams in the sunny state, not to mention all the other competition for the entertainment dollar. The current environment, Keith says, makes the comparison between this set-to and the previous labour dispute (a 103-day lockout in 1994 that forced a shortened 48-game schedule) like one of night and day. “In 1994, my instincts told me we were working toward a resolution,” says Keith, who was a member of the Detroit Red Wings at the time. 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The team, with members from throughout Durham Region, was presented with medallions for out- standing achievement from Town of Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle at a recent meeting. Team members include Jordan Anderson, Sophie Baetz-Dougan, Nicole Larocque, Katie LePage, Julia Maclean, Brianna MacLellan, Chelsey Matthews and Carrie Mouck. Coach Holley Lundmark and Past President Janice MacLellan also re- ceived medals in recognition of their ongoing and significant contribu- tions to the team and to the Durham Synchro Club. Before the medal presentation, MacLellan spoke to the audience and council members. “We would like to give special rec- ognition to our 15 and under team, and their coach, for putting Durham Synchro on the map. Special recog- nition must also go to the executive team made up of volunteer parents, whose time is devoted to managing a seven day a week operation in order to provide synchronized swimming opportunities to young girls through- out Durham Region.” The Durham Synchro Club, in op- eration since the early 1970s, cur- rently has 94 swimmers registered in recreational, competitive and mas- ter’s programs. Provincial and national level teams are currently developing routines for the 2004/2005 competitive season. This year, Durham Synchro will send two teams to the national champion- ships in Calgary and Saskatoon in May and June, 2005. Members of the Durham Synchro Club have been enjoying a number of suc- cesses in the pool of late. A/P PAGE A2 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004A/P PAGE B3 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 All My Sons set in Second World War DURHAM — Two Pickering actors and another from Ajax are tackling roles in Arthur Miller’s award-winning production, ‘All My Sons’. Valerie Thomas and Danny Sullivan play Sue Bayliss and Chris Keller, in the play, while Ajax resident Margaret Hughes is Kate Keller. Set in the Second World War, two brothers running a machine shop sud- denly face separation and strife when it is discovered their firm turned out defective parts to the military which cost many lives. Combining love, loss and suspense, the drama has its climax with the reaction of a son to his guilty father. Performances run Thursday to Sat- urday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. from Dec. 2 to 18 at the Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fair- view Mall Drive in Toronto. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and $15 for students. Call the box office at 416-299-5557 or go to www.stagecen- treproductions.com. Adam Davio among skateboarders featured on promotional video PICKERING — A Pickering skater is among a number of amateurs featured in a new skateboarding video. Chain store West 49 selected 23 am- ateur skaters for its new Flow Team DVD. Skaters, including Pickering’s Adam Davio, were invited to send in a tape of their best tricks to try and qualify for the video. “I felt good, but I wasn’t surprised,” said Mr. Davio when asked how he felt about being chosen. The DVD features Mr. Davio falling and doing tricks such as a crooked grind on a ledge. The DVD will also feature clips from the company’s pro skaters, including Josh Kalis, Corey Sheppard, Josh Evin, Jessie Landen, Alex Rothbauer, Ariel Stagni and Pierre Luc Gagnon. The DVD’s selected skaters also re- ceived a one-year sponsorship from one of ten West 49 shoe suppliers. The DVD will be distributed in the coming months. Many twists in high school production continuing tonight and tomorrow AJAX — Students and teachers at Dunbarton High School are collabo- rating on a new production, ‘Black Comedy’. Murphy’s law states if it can go wrong it will, and it certainly does in the Dun- barton production. The plot is as twisted as it is creative. Artist Brindsley Miller is awaiting the arrival of a deaf German millionaire who is buying his artwork. At the same time, he must also im- press his girlfriend’s military father, hide his new questionably acquired goods from a nosy neighbour, as well as deal with an angry ex-girlfriend, a burly foreigner, and a senile old woman. The play offers a unique perspective in that it takes place in the dark. That is, when the lights are on, the charac- ters are in the dark and whenever the lights are dimmed or off, the charac- ters are in the light. The play is directed by Gary Ham- mond and Jeff Leech and stars Ory Tracy as Miller, Chantelle Hagner as Carole Melkett, Mike Shannon as Col- onel Melkett, Maddi Fordham as Miss Furnival, Scott Paterson as Harold Gorringe, Kat Wallace as Clea, Marc Bedi as Franz Scuppanzigh and David Dines as George Bamburger. There is also support from Courtney Frizzell, Kaitlyn Smith and Vanessa Noller. The play runs Nov. 23, 24 and 25 at 7 p.m. in the school’s theatre, and tickets can be purchased at the door for $5 per person. The school is at 655 Sheppard Ave. in Pickering. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com [ Benefit concert ]] Canadian country music stars raise money for cancer centre DURHAM — A Christmas concert at Oshawa Little Theatre will raise money for the new regional cancer cen- tre at Lakeridge Health Corporation. The Canadian Country Christmas Charity Concert plays the theatre Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. Featured artists include country star Sean Hogan, Diane Chase, Duane Steele, Gil Grand and Jake Mathews. Hogan was the CCMA roots artist of the year in 2003 and the independent male artist of the year in 1997. His cur- rent single on country radio is ‘Cata- lina Sunrise’. He’s organizing this first Christmas charity tour. Steele won the CCMA independent male artist in 2001 and a National Humanitarian Award from the Saskatchewan Country Music As- sociation, Chase is the Ontario country performer and fan appreciation female vocalist of the year for 2000 and 2002 and will release her new CD The Ride for the tour. Mathews has had a string of top-20 hits, including his latest, ‘Signs of You Everywhere.’ Grand is a multiple CCMA winner and is putting a new CD together for a spring release. He and Mathews are brothers. Tickets are $20 and are available at the United Way Information Oshawa booth at the Oshawa Centre and at the box office on Dec. 10 if there are any available. [ Bluegrass fun ] Bluegrass Society meets Dec. 5 DURHAM — The Pineridge Blue- grass Folklore Society has changed its meeting day for December. The group, which normally meets on the third Sunday of each month at the Woodview Community Centre, 151 Cadillac Ave. North, Oshawa, from 1 to 5 p.m., will get together Dec. 5. The society welcomes beginners to advanced players of acoustic instru- ments, listeners, pickers and singers to come out and participate in the jam and pickin’ sessions. Admission for non-members is $4 at the door. [ Concerts ] Stephen Fearing in concert Dec. 4 DURHAM — Singer and songwriter Stephen Fearing is the next guest of the Vital Spark Folk Society on Dec. 4. Fearing has been writing folk music for almost 17 years, singing his songs and playing guitar at concerts through- out Canada and the United States. His stop in Brooklin is part of his national tour, which started Nov. 12 in Edmonton. He draws on numerous musical influences in his works, including con- temporary acoustic, folk, Celtic, country, blues, gospel and jazz. He’s known for his solo work and as part of the Juno- award-winning group, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, along with Colin Linden and Tom Wilson. The show begins at 8 p.m. at Brooklin Community Hall, Cassels Road, Brooklin. It is wheelchair accessible. Tickets for each show are $16 each. Voluntary memberships are $10 per year, with members able to buy four discounted tickets at $14 per ticket. For membership and ticket in- formation, call Lafontaine, Whitby, at 905-430-3774, Mitchell Brothers, Brook- lin, 905-655-4991, Vicki in Oshawa at 905-432-3237 or Kerry in Newcastle at 905-987-4050. Payment accepted is cash of cheque, payable to Vital Spark Folk Society. For more information, check out www.vitalsparkfolksociety.ca. Other concerts this season include Haines and Leighton Jan. 15 and Jory Nash and Lori Cullen with Kendall Sul- livan Feb, 19. Wind ensemble in festive mood 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. Pre-Christmas concert is Dec. 3 at local church AJAX — The Church of the Holy Trinity holds a pre-Christmas concert featuring the County Town Singers. The concert is Friday, Dec. 3, at 8 p.m. at the church, 400 Monarch Ave., units 1 and 2 in Ajax. Tickets are limited and are $10 each. For more information call 905-683- 3863. Entertainment in Durham NOVEMBER 24, 2004 Black Comedy sheds light and laughter on Dunbarton stage Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Several members of the cast of ‘Black Comedy’ rehearse a scene from the student production at Dunbarton High School that started last night, continues tonight and ends to- morrow night. All are 7 p.m. shows. Channing Durity/ Submitted photo Adam Davio calls this trick a late backside to fakie over the hip. He was practising his moves at Pickering Skatepark recently. Pickering skater just going with the Flow Local Ajax-Pickering residents leave their mark on Toronto stage County Town Singers are on the way to Ajax Music society holds second event DURHAM — Mel Brown will head- line the fall event organized by the Durham Region Music Society. Brown, a native of Mississippi, has shared the stage with Etta James, Sam Cooke and Bobby ‘Blue’ Band. He began his recording career in 1958. He’ll appear at the society’s fall music festival, Nov. 28 at 4 p.m. at Chicago’s Diner, Simcoe Street North, Oshawa. Others who will appear include Big Wind, Bourne, Little Bobby Chorney, Te rry ‘The Blues Daddy’ Blankley, the Frank Zachodne Band, the Grace Trio and society president Howard Ross’s band, Full Count Band. This all-ages event is $5 for society members and $10 for non-members, with the admission fee including a society membership. The society is a not-for-profit group dedicated to promoting and preserv- ing live roots music in Durham Re- gion. Brown plays the blues Nov. 28 A/P PAGE A2 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 Exposure the name of the game as different locations host artwork DURHAM — The Durham West Arts Centre is taking art into local busi- nesses to give artists more exposure through its new ‘Art To Go’ show start- ing this week. More than 20 artists are displaying their works for a year in nine different Durham Region locations. Each host displays two or three works at a time, and dedicated drivers move the pieces from location to location every two months. “We thank the artists of Ajax Cre- ative Arts, the PineRidge Arts Council and the arts liaison teachers in the local high schools for supporting the show,” says Angie Littlefield, executive director of the centre. “It’s a great way to enhance exposure for local talent.” The centre is rekindling a tradition started here early last century, a local historian explains in a press release from DWAC. “It’s not an idea new to Ajax-Pick- ering,” says John Sabean, chairman of the arts centre. “Doris Mills, later, Doris Speirs, rented several paintings from J.E.H. MacDonald in the spring of 1919. When her friends learned of this, they decided to follow suit. Thus was born the ‘circulating system’ of art rental whereby Mills, Bess Housser, Lucile Taylor and Mrs. K. Young rented 12 paintings from such artists as Mac- Donald, Lawren Harris, Arthur Lismer and A.Y. Jackson.” The show gives viewers a way to offer feedback on the art at each host site. There will be a binder showing the works in the travelling show, providing artist contact information as well as space for written comments. The show begins Friday, Nov. 26. There will also be an information ses- sion and social kickoff where the driv- ers and participating artists attend Tuesday, Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. at the centre, 72B Old Kingston Rd. in Pickering Vil- lage. Locations are Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, Fraser Ford in Os- hawa, TD Canada Trust in the Picker- ing Town Centre, Steakhouse at the new Deer Creek Golf Course facility, Volvo of Durham, the Carruthers Creek Community Church, Mount Everest Restaurant, Siemens in Ajax and Anne Gold’s Medical Office. Among the artists taking part are Carol Palmer-Spall, Robert Hinves, Pam Auguste, Sharon Steinhaus, Wal- ter Reese, Angela Hennessey, Hazel Powell, Irene Leach, Anne Labelle- Johnson, Tony Johnson, Michael Peech, Karen Welbourn, Nancy How- ell, Hanneke Koonstra, Elke Clarke, Ian Winton, Phyllis Allison, Maureen Killam, Phyllis Desjardins, Emily Mar- tin and Gladys Stokes. For more information, call the cen- tre at 905-686-7697 or go online to www.dwac.ca for a preview of some of the images. P PAGE B4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 Every child is gifted The 2004 Santa Claus Fund goal is $1.3 million. One day, every disadvantaged child will have a gift for the holidays. Today, thanks to you, more than 45,000 children will receive gift boxes. With your help, we make more than a newspaper. We make a difference. 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Over 100,000 Spectacular Sparkling Lights & motion displays SEASONAL PASS SALE Only Till November 30th SAVE UP TO 25%! Family Pass Reg. $110 NOW $84.99 Decorated Miniature Village “Journey to Bethlehem” “Candy Cane Forest” Night Before Christmas Story in Heritage Home “Northern Whites” “Santa Claus Lane” C ULLEN GARDEN S & MINIATURE VILLAGE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS $999 All You Can Eat Sunday Buffet THE PORTLY PIPER PUB 235 Bayly Street West 905-426-9535 Ajax (in the Yuk Yuk’s plaza) BOOKING CHRISTMAS PARTIES ASK FOR BILL OR BRAM TUESDAY NIGHT WING NIGHT 45¢per wing with purchase of a beverage NO TAKE OUT All You Can Eat Sunday Buffet 10:00 am to 2:00 pm $999 kids under 12 EAT FREE (2 per adult) November 27 • 9:30 pm The Too Drunk To Fish Band Rock & Country 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! Definitely the house favourite at the Puck & Beaver. Mix of Rock, Country, Oldies and Blues music that you can dance to, makes this band a must see. If you have as much fun being there as the band does playing, you’ll have a great time! More like music every Sunday at the Puck & Beaver with their open stage band jam. The night is hosted by KX96’s Music Director and host Pete Walker. Come on out and sing and play your favourite tunes with the house band “Too Drunk To Fish” or bring your own band! Rodney’s OystersRodney’s Oysters every Thursday starting at 4pm 250 Bayly St. West • 905-426-9692 It Pays to Pay your News Advertiser Carrier “SERVICE WORTH PAYING FOR” $1000 WINNER Just ask Jill Cranston of Pickering who paid her carrier and won a $1000 Shopping Spree in the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser’s collection draw, which she chose to spend at Home Depot. The carrier on this route, Erva, also received a $25.00 bonus. 2nd prize winner of a $100.00 shopping spree is Gary Kermode (not shown) of Pickering, which he chose to spend at Sears and our 3rd prize winner of a $50.00 shopping spree is Mardi Broder(not shown) of Ajax, which she chose to spend at Zellers. To enter the draw for your chance to win a $1000, $100 or $50 Shopping Spree, just pay your carrier the $6.00 optional delivery charge and send us your ballot which is located on your “Thank You” coupon. Your carrier will be around to collect between December 1 - December 5, 2004. A/P PAGE B5 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 On now for a limited time at a Kia Dealer near you or visit www.kia.ca for more details. • 1.6 L DOHC engine • 4-wheel ABS • Power steering • AM/FM/CD stereo •14" wheels with full wheel covers • Dual airbags • Dual vanity mirror 2005 RIO –The Fun Never Stops • 3.5 L V6 engine • 5-speed automatic • 4-wheel ABS •2nd row captain’s seats • Rear sonar •Remote keyless entry •Power windows, locks & heated mirrors •Front & rear A/C • Cruise control • And more 2005 SEDONA – Anniversary Edition OR 0% PURCHASE FINANCING§ $149 * DELIVERY AND DESTINATION INCLUDED $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT LEASE FROM •2.0 L DOHC engine • Tilt steering •Driver’s seat height adjuster •AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo • 6 speakers •Independent front and rear suspension •And more 2005 SPECTRA –All New HIGHEST SAFETY RATING POSSIBLE†† OR 0% PURCHASE FINANCING§ $239 * $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT for $20 more/month get the Rio Anniversary Edition with • Air conditioning • Remote keyless entry •Tachometer • Fog lamps • And more PER MO. 60 MOS. OR 0% PURCHASE FINANCING§ $179 * DELIVERY AND DESTINATION INCLUDED $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT LEASE FROM PER MO. 60 MOS. LEASE FROM PER MO. 60 MOS. MSRP $12,995**Anniversary model shown†MSRP $15,995**EX model shown† Other lease and finance options available. See dealer for details.*Leasing plans OAC provided by Kia Canada Financial Services. Available on 2005 Rio S (RO54X5)/2005 Rio Anniversary Edition (R05435)/2005 Sedona EX Anniversary (SD7535)/2005 Spectra (ST5435). Based on a 60/60/60/60 month lease rate of 1.47%/0.45%/2.40%/0.68% and a down payment or trade equivalent of $1,595/$1,595/$4,950/$1,995. First month’s lease payment of $149/$169/$239/$179 plus $0/$0/$1,150/$0 delivery and destination, and a $350 acquisition fee, due upon delivery. Total lease obligation for the featured models based on an MSRP of $12,995/$15,495/$26,995/$15,995 is $10,535/$11,735/$19,290/$12,735 and the option to purchase at end of lease for $4,057.10/$4,977.00/$9,603.30/$4,587.30 plus applicable taxes. Lease has 20,000 km/year allowance (other packages available) and $0.10/km for excess. **2005 Rio S MSRP from $12,995, 2005 Rio Anniversary Edition MSRP from $15,495, 2005 Sedona EX Anniversary MSRP from $26,995, 2005 Spectra MSRP from $15,995. Licence, registration, insurance, delivery and destination, and taxes are not included, unless otherwise stated. Prices subject to change without notice. Dealer may sell/lease for less. §0% purchase financing is available for a maximum of 48/60/72 months on selected 2005 vehicles. All purchase financing offers exclude delivery and destination, licence, insurance, administration fees and all applicable taxes unless otherwise stated. Purchase financing example: $10,000 at 0.0% purchase financing equals $277.78 per month for 36 months; C.O.B. is $0 for a total obligation of $10,000. Offer varies depending on vehicle model. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed, the term and down payment/trade.Certain restrictions may apply. †Featured models are not exactly as illustrated. Images contain available accessories. ††NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) test results. Visit www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ncap for full details. KIA is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation. ¶Free Oil and Filter Changes for Life offer refers to a maximum of 3 engine oil, oil filter changes and related labour per 12 months of ownership. Applies to original purchaser only.▼Kia’s “Bumper to Bumper” warranty covers most vehicle components against defects under normal use and maintenance conditions. See your participating Kia dealer for details. Visit www.kia.ca for complete details. TOTAL CARE OWNERSHIP COVERAGE 5-YEAR/100,000 KM BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY ▼ 5-YEAR/100,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY 5-YEAR/100,000 KM EXTRA CARE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE FREE OIL AND FILTER CHANGES FOR LIFE¶+ EX model shown†MSRP $26,995** Bessada Kia 1698 Bayly St., Pickering, ON (905) 421-9191 Delivering for the Future What do you call someone who runs their own business, braves summer heat and the winter chill, is on the job in the rain, snow and sleet, is always cheerful and courteous and who brings the product right to your door every time without fail while also trying to conquer the intricacies of math, science and auditioning for the first-chair saxophone in the school band? A News Advertiser Carrier Tommorow’s entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers and craftsmen are today’s newspaper carriers. learn skills that will last a lifetime, and earning a little money on the side couldn’t hurt either. For more information on how to become a News Advertiser Carrier call 905-683-5117 Become a carrier Today AJAX Dooley Cres. Brennan Rd. Daniels Cres. Dodsworth Dr. Root Cres. Wickens Cres. Griffiths Dr. Freeston Cres. Strickland Dr. Gregson St. Fletcher Ave. Hibbard Dr. Ingold Ln. Fishlock St. Dent St. Freer Cres. Carter-Bennett Dr. Oxlade Cres. Sabbe Cres. Bradbury Cres. McSweeney Cres. Seggar Ave. coles Ave. Dowers Dr. Carr Dr. Chapman Dr. McKie Ct. Morden Cres. Gill Cres. Horne Ave. Simonds Dr. Gardiner Dr. Humphrey Dr. Chalmers Dres. Hilling Dr. Patience Ln. Harley Dr. Adams Dr. Admiral Rd. Athlane Ave. Warwick Ave. Rands Rd. Whittington Ct. KinnisonCt. Dorling Ave. Wicks Dr. Plowman Dr. Kings Cres. Bartlett Dr. Hardland Cres. PICKERING Windgrove Sq. Meriadoc Dr. Clearside Ct. Ashford Dr. 1915 Denmar Rd. 1623 Pickering Pkwy. 1945 Denmar Rd. Craighurst Ct. Falylee Cres. Maple Ridge Dr. 1331 Glenanna Rd. Glen Eden Ct. Lodge Rd. 1975 Rosefield Rd. 1370 Fieldlight Blvd. Fairport Rd. 1635 Pickering Pkwy. Major Oaks Rd. Strouds Ln. Canterbury Cres. Fiddlers Ct. Rougemount N. Whitepine Thicket Cres. Sheppard Ave. 925 Bayly St. Woodview St. Cognac Cres. Barry Ave. Old Forest Rd. Westshore Blvd. Sparrow Cir. Hummingbird Ct. Pinegrove Ave. Highbush Tr. Hogarth St. 1865 Kingston Rd. Westcreek Cr. 1867 Kingston Rd. Everton St. Amaretto Ave. Dellbrook Ave. Liverpool Rd. Southcott Rd. Marshcourt Dr. Burnside Dr. Larksmere Cres. Goldenridge Rd. Leaside St. 1975 Memory Ln. Radom St. We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available Ho w to make Victorian Christmas decorations Learn to make pot pourri sachets at Saturday workshop DURHAM — The Oshawa Commu- nity Museum is hosting a Victorian decorating workshop for fans of old- fashioned Christmas, on Nov. 28. Sign up and experience the delight and tradition of a Victorian Christmas. From 12:30 to 3 p.m., participants will make table top topiaries, pot pourri sa- chets and cinnamon stick napkin rings. Each craft is representative of what would have been placed throughout a Victorian home at Christmas. The cost of the workshop is $30 and includes supplies and a tour of the museum. Call the museum to register at 905- 436-7624. This workshop is for adults only. CANADA BROKERLINK INC. INSURANCE IN PERSON Large national insurance brokerage committed to customer service and integrity. A fast paced, challenging career opportunity is available to the successful candidate. The Newcastle Branch is seeking a SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER for primarily Personal Lines. The following skills are desired: •2-3 years of insurance experience •RIBO licensed •CAIB or AIIC designation preferred •TAM experience an asset •Some exposure to Commercial Lines *Please fax your resume to Shara Grice (403) 290-1541 or apply online at www.brokerlink.ca TOWN CLERK (Management Position) The Town of Whitby, Durham’s Business Centre, a rapidly expanding and progressive community with a population of 110,000 and located approximately 50 km east of Toronto, is currently seeking a seasoned, dynamic, results-oriented individual who is committed to professionalism, team work and excellence in customer service for this challenging opportunity. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will be responsible for the daily administration of the Clerk’s Division. The position entails a wide variety of functions including the statutory duties of the municipal clerk; coordination of Council secretariat functions; conduct of municipal elections; business and lottery licensing; by-law preparation and report writing; corporate record keeping; coordination of freedom of information requests; budget preparation; animal services; property management; and, staff training, development and supervision. You have a university degree in business, political science, public administration, law or a related field with a minimum of eight (8) years experience in a local government environment, including five (5) years at a management level. You have an AMCT designation and either have or are currently working towards attaining your CMO and CMM designations. Your knowledge of the statutory duties of a municipal clerk, municipal functions and responsibilities, applicable provincial legislation and regulations, Council secretariat functions, Council and Committee procedure, corporate records and information management, and contemporary customer service practices are essential, as is your computer proficiency. In addition, you possess excellent conceptual, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, reading, oral and written communication, judgement, human relationship, leadership and supervisory skills. Salary is subject to skills, abilities and qualifications. To be considered for this challenging opportunity, please fax, mail or e-mail your confidential resume, no later than Friday, December 31, 2004 to: The Corporation of the Town of Whitby Human Resource Services 575 Rossland Road East, Whitby, ON L1N 2M8 FAX: (905)430-4340, E-MAIL: jobs@town.whitby.on.ca Website: www.town.whitby.on.ca Pe rsonal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all those persons who apply, but advise that acknowledgement will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited for an interview. Myron is a world leader in imprinted promotional material.We have been in the business of helping our clients grow their business for over 50 years.We are currently recruiting outbound sales reps to make new prospect follow up calls to potential customers in North America: North American Telesales We offer: • Base plus commission plus bonuses with a minimum guarantee of $14/hr • No cap on earnings • Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm • Comprehensive Benefits Package • Paid Training - Modern office facilities including Employee Gym • Company paid Parking and other Great Perks • Located in N.E. Corner of Scarborough with easy access by Highways and TTC •Fast paced sales environment We require: • Motivated and progressive entrepreneurial individuals • Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written • Competent basic computer skills • Strong negotiating and closing skills • Professional and courteous telephone skills Qualified candidates interested in rising to the Myron Challenge are urged to forward their resumes by email to:hrcda@myron.com or by fax to 416-291-8786 or access our recruitment hotline at 416-291-1834 ext 599 Quote Ref: NA2004 Myron encourages all qualified applicants to apply. However, only those who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. www.myron.com The Leader in Personalized Business GiftsTM Dental Reception and Administration •8-month full-time program •begins on February 7 •graduates work in the exciting field of dental administration professionals •graduates are eligible to write the Ontario Dental Assistants Association (ODAA) certification exam Join us for a free information night on Tuesday, November 30 at 6:30 p.m. Durham College, Oshawa campus Gordon Willey building, Room SW107 Contact Nancy McGuire nancy.mcguire@durhamc.on.ca 905.721.3111 ext. 3066 www.durhamcollege.ca COLLEGE NEW! Shelter Coordinator Full time position co-ordinating the day-to-day activities of the shelter including staff and volunteer scheduling, staff and program sup- port and providing support to the executive director. Program Support Worker/Housekeeper To provide support services to staff and resi- dents of shelter. Must have meal planning experience, awareness of Health & Safety regulations and a willingness to do some light cleaning. Part time 24hrs/week at $12/hour. Please respond to: catherine@herizonhouse.com or fax resume to 905-426-8275 Durham Child Nutrition Project Co-ordinator - 35 hours/week Contract Position The Community Development Council Durham is seeking a highly motivated, organized and creative individual to manage future development and expansion of breakfast/nutrition programs and maintain current programs for children throughout Durham Region. A diploma or degree in human services and 3-5 years experience in community development in preferred, along with: ✓Experience working with volunteers and professionals from a variety of sectors. ✓An understanding of child hunger/poverty issues in Durham Region. ✓Knowledge of computers ✓Ability or develop and implement and evaluation process ✓Financial management and fund development experience ✓Excellent written and oral communication skills ✓Public relations experience ✓Some evening work may be required - a reliable vehicle is essential Please submit cover letter and resume by December 3rd to: Executive Director - Community Development Council Durham 134 Commercial Ave. Ajax., Ontario L1S 2H5 Fax 905-686-4157 COLBORNE COMMUNITY SERVICES A non-profit mental health agency in Whitby is seeking the following staff: •Crisis Workers - part time •Residential Counselors - part time •Relief Workers Must have a degree/diploma in a social services field plus: relevant experience, a drivers licence and access to a vehicle. 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Apply in person with Resume 214 King Street East, 2nd Floor, Oshawa All new applicants must complete and pass pre-screen test. D rop in t o d a y! Here’s the deal on our FREE services... YMCA Durham Employment Services 1550 Kingston Road, Unit 16, Pickering (Valley Farm Rd. & Hwy. 2) 905-427-7670 needajob.ymcatoronto.org Need a Job? Getting FRUSTRATED with your job search? YMCA Durham Employment Services can help. • Free internet, faxing and photocopying • Employment programs to help you find the job you want • Tons of job postings • Staff who can help you • Apprenticeship assistance • Career counselling • Resume writing help • Interview techniques • Help returning to school • And much, much more! “People Working to Get You Working” Immediate Opening for Material Handler. Fast Paced, Growing Company has an imme- diate opening for a Material Handler.You will need good organizational and hand-eye coor- dination skills. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude, be a quick learner, for klift truck experience would be an asset. This is a fast paced job that requires some heavy lifting. Starting rate $16.50 an hour with excellent benefits after 3 month. This position may involve shift work. Fax Resume for attn of: Machine Shop Supervisor 905-668-0235 Service Technician (Full Time) For delivery and maintenance of fax machines and light equipment. ✓Must be insurable, bondable and provide evidence of clean drivers abstract. ✓Service area between the GTA and Eastern Ontario. ✓Excellent communication and customer service skills required. Fax resume to 905-831-7146 or email info@medicalpharmacies.com Requires Part Time Customer Service Co-ordinator Call Dave Crowe 905-420-9000 Ladies Shape Express, Pickering's fastest growing circuit training centre for women is seeking Full and Part-time trainer. Duties include coaching on equipment, floor supervision, and membership sales, training provided. Trainer must have current First Aid, CPR certificate and some training experience. Excellent interpersonal skills is a must. Call 905-420-3709 or drop your resume to 1360 Kingston Road, unit 11B. Now hiring full time Store Managers and Sales Staff Must have retail experience and knowledge of board sports & apparel industries. Fax resume to 905-986-0013 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 INSTALLER ACRYLIC BATHTUBS Some renovation work exp. necessary On contract GTA. Start immediately Own tools & transportation. Fax resume 905-831-2382 New England Biolabs, a leader in the biotechnology industry, is seeking a FULL TIME TEMPORARY ACCOUNTING CLERK To work in its Canadian headquarters. The duration of the position will be approxi- mately 18 months. The successful candidate will be responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and submission of various govern- ment reports. Fluency in French, proficiency in Apple computers and a background in science are desired skills. Please do not submit resumes by fax or e-mails. Resumes should be mailed to: General Manager New England Biolabs, Ltd. 1815 Ironstone Manor, Unit 6 Pickering, Ontario L1W 3W9 Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. RECEPTIONIST/ACCOUNTING SUPPORT A Whitby manufacturer is seeking Receptionist/Accounting Support person to oversee main switchboard activities, provide A/P and A/R support and assist with other adminis- trative office functions. This is a full-time posi- tion requiring a minimum 2 years general office experience; working knowledge of ACCPAC and MS OFFICE a must. Strong communication & organizational skills essential. Fax or email your resume to the attention of: Human Resources Fax: 905 571-3935 Email: mnovosed@nemato.com BOOKKEEPER - PART TIME for growing business - work at home. Must be exp'd. with QuickBook, bank reconciliations, and cash expenses. Fax resume 905-831-2382. Local established C.A. firm is pleased to announce that it is in a position to hire an EXPERIENCED C.A. OR C.G.A. immediately. Please send resume to: Douglas R. Freeman, C.A. 511 Bond St. West, Oshawa, On LlJ 2M2 or fax us at (905) 576-9154 Industrial / OEM / MRO Sales Person The successful candidate will have excellent communication and presentation skills, com- bined with a solid technical background with previous electrical sales experience in factory floor automation and safety products. Inside Sales & Counter Sales The successful candidate will have over 5 years experience with an electrical wholesale business. This person will have exceptionally strong product knowledge, organizational and communications skills, combined with a desire to service customers beyond their expectation. Please forward your resumes to: Human Resources Osso Electric Supplies Inc. Fax 905-432-2947 Or e-mail to info@ossoelectric.com CLASS A, D, F AND Z Endorse- ment training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for grad- uates. 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 LEARN MASSAGE 2005 Reflexol- ogy January 22,23; Bodyflow mas- sage February 12,13; + night courses see www.massageacade- my.uni.cc. Pay by December 15/04 28% off $550. Jesica 1-647-4463, 905-809-1740 LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT? Between 16 & 24 Not working, Not in School? Look no further JOB CONNECT Can help you! AJAX: 905.427.8165 AZ DRIVER needed, reasonable abstract, 1-year-experience. All hand-bomb. Serious inquiries only. Restaurant delivery experience an asset. Call after 6:00pm 905-697- 8199 AZ DRIVERS and owner operators wanted for USA runs, Call Joe at JAC Transportation (905)579- 5959. AZ DRIVERS, Flatbeds. US runs. Top rates. All stops paid. Call (905)576-8600 GOOD OPPORTUNITY for AZ Drivers needed. Clean abstract and U.S. experience. Full or part- time. Benefit package. 2 day trips from Ajax. 39 cents a mile, $25 for each pickup & delivery. 877-606- 0661. LOCAL TRUCK DRIVERS for tilt n' load and roll-off to start immedi- ately. F/T with overtime avail. Call Don 905-985-0656 or 905-686- 3775 Advance Now! Local marketing company needs personable people to represent entertainment and sports industries as well as non-profit groups. Rapid advancement to all willing to learn. Guaranteed Base, Paid Training! Call 905-433-3829 ECE - OSHAWA preschool re- quires part time teacher (2 morn- ings/wk). Candidates must be ECE qualified, team players, possess good interpersonal skills and dem- onstrate innovative thinking. Fax resume to 905-728-6475. 2005 IS COMING FAST. New Year - New Career. We expect 2005 to be our biggest year yet. To keep pace with our forecasted ex- pansion, the search for high cali- ber individuals has become our highest priority. If this sounds like you, call us today! (905)571-6444 52 PEOPLE wanted to lose 10-30 lbs in the next 30 days Earn potential income www.4yourtotalhealth.com 416-631-4180 A+ WE NEED HELP.Oshawa warehouse co. seeks to fill 15 F/T openings immediately. Marketing, office, warehouse, inventory. $350 to start. Training provided. Call Tony 90 5-571-3260 CAW CHILDCARE SERVICES seeking on - call ECE staff, available to work shift hours. Please send resume by fax to: 905-438-1777. CO-ORDIANATOR required for Ajax based equipment rental com- pany, must have good customer services skills, knowledge of GTA, be computer literate. E-mail only resumes@dwightcrane.com COOK/CHEF,General Help and Cashiers required. Pickering area. Fax resume to 905-697-3585 Att: Alicia CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. DELIVERY DRIVER/WARE- HOUSE HELP. Valid "G" license and clean deriver's abstract required. Responsible for GTA deliveries in company can and general warehouse functions. Experience required. Must have strong organizational skills and physically able to lift up to 70lbs. $11/hr to start. Fax resume to 905-427-9901 or email robjones@hazmasters.com ENERGETIC PERSON in the Pickering area that proficiently know ASP, Java Script, MS Ac- cess databases and web develop- ment and wants to apply their knowledge to the max. Also must have own transportation. jobs@surplus.on.ca Word attach- ments only. ENTHUSIASTIC, PLEASANT people required for demonstra- tions. Please call (416)497-6220 or 1-877-489-6824. EXPERIENCED construction la- bourer. Please fax resume to 1- 905-695-1954 or email resumes brian@bgschickedanz.com EXPERIENCED SHINGLER,with min. 5 years experience. Top wages, Maxwell General Contract- ing, Roofing Division, (905)404- 4549. EXTRA INCOME NEEDED?Good return weekly. Easy at home work. Send SASE to AMH Enterprises, Box 813 Chatham, Ontario N7M 5L1 MANDARIN RESTAURANT re- quires Busperson, Kitchen Helper & Cleaner. Experience not neces- sary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2pm-5pm at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/East of Brock Rd.) HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/Pro- cessing Circulars- PC/Clerical Work Available. No Experience Needed! 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. INSIDE SALES,Bay Portrait Studio, Oshawa. Great $$$! Dependable. Responsible people only. PT/FT. 647-293-3901. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thick- son) on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m LIVE-IN SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE required for Oshawa. Maintenance and management ex- perience required. Prefer middle- aged or retired applicants able to perform physical work. Fax re- sumes to 905-623-2257. Only qualified applicants will be contact- ed for an interview. MANAGEMENT TRAINEES re- quired for a cutting-edge nutrition & fitness center for women open- ing in the New Year. Background in fitness or nutrition an asset. This position is sales oriented and re- quires a confident and growth oriented individual. Please forward resumes to: mphillips@truesta- rhealth.com MOBILE TRUCK WASH looking for helper Ability to drive standard an asset. (905)831-3630 PAINTER REQUIRED for apart- ment buildings in Durham. Experi- ence & vehicle a must. Please call (416)727-9595. PHONE CHAT LINE needs opera- tors to work from home. Must have great voice & be over 18 years. Call (416)445-9139 Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Tra in You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 Christmas help req'd RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS WANTED.Must have own vehicle, exp preferred, $9-10/hr. Must be available 8-4, 25+hours. Call (905)434-6476. or Fax. 905-436- 9844. info@easyliving.ca RMT & REFLEXOLOGIST wanted for busy, growing wellness clinic in fitness centre at busy mall. Please fax resume to (905)433- 8144 or email to wellnesswork_201@hotmail.com SALES HELP,required full-time. Sales experience and vitamin knowledge required. Please drop off resume to Your Good Health, Oshawa Centre SHOPPERS DRUG MART in Dur- ham region requires Assistant Front Store Manager. Please fax resume to 905-433-2916, attn: Front Store Manager SNOW PLOWING WALKWAY LABOURERS AND DRIVERS Required immed. F/T, P/T. Labourers $13-20/hr. Drivers $15-20/hr Major North York Government contracts. On-call 24 hours. Call 416-771-9134 or fax 905-427-3654 SNOW SHOVELERS required, Whitby area. Good wages, call Gord, (905)665-9992. SUPERINTENDANT required for adult lifestyle apt building located in Oshawa. Experience required. Suitable for a couple. Fax resume to: 416-297-9499 SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE wanted at Whitby property, adults only building. Please fax resume to: 905-430-7397. TELEMARKETERS required Full time or part time. $9.00/hour plus weekly bonus. Experience not nec- essary - will train. Call (905)571- 2005 WAIT STAFF wanted, apply in person, Second Storey, 90 Harwood Ave. South, Ajax. RMTs WANTED for THE FACIAL PLACE Whitby location. (905)668- 8128 Send resumes to: facialplace@bellnet.ca CASH DAILY!$60 - $100/day. Call Julie (905) 571-3260 CONTRACTORS Growing nation- al, home repair/renovation compa- ny looking for insured/reliable trades. Handyman, plumbers, electricians, painters, estimators. FT/PT available. Call NOW (905)576-1898 GRAPHIC LAYOUT ARTIST Pick- ering. Print, Web., Mac, Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, HTML. Self Starter. Part time at start. Email resume + portfolio: bonnie@carouselgroup.com ROOFING SHEET METAL and flashing, siding installer. Must be experienced. Willing to train appro- priate candidate. (905)666-8594. SHEET METAL FABRICATION Required immediately, shop layout person for sheet metal shop, Co- bourg area. Experience in fitting layout required. 905-349-2030 OFFICE ASSISTANT full time, required for service company in Pickering (Brock/Bayly). Must have excellent telephone manner, be well organized & able to work inde- pendently. Must have good com- puter skills and be reliable. Fax resume, references and salary exp.to 905-831-7611 REAL ESTATE ASSISTANT:Li- censed. Licensed Real Estate Per- son to assist busy agent. Mainly administrative, some Real Estate back up. Must have good organ- izational & computer skills as well as a pleasant telephone manner. Full time position with salary plus commission. Reply in confidence by fax to: 905-430-0306 WHITBY CA requires Bookkeeper with solid QuickBooks knowledge and experience. Must be detail and client oriented. Send resume to whitbyca@sympatico.ca AVON Join the ranks of the self-employed. Earn your Christmas Money now. Free Gift-Call Heidi (905)509-1163 SALES REP for new homes. Fax resume to 1-905-640-6594 or Email: homesales4@hotmail.com DOG LOVERS ONLY - Wanted immediately: PT sales reps to demo new dog food. College/uni. students preferred. $12-$15/hour + incentive. 8-12 hours/week. Call 416-932-3194. bradd@professorconnor.com DENTAL ASSISTANT required immediately for 20-25 hrs/wk to start. Experience a must. For an interview call Michelle 905-427- 4280. DENTAL HYGIENIST required to work 9am-3pm every other Saturday in Ajax office. Please call Lucy (905)427-1443 DENTAL Receptionist/Assistant required, new grads welcome. Call (905)837-0001 HERE WE GROW AGAIN! Very busy walk-in/ family practice clinic requires a Nurse, Receptionist and File Clerk due to expansion. Expe- rience a must. Fax resume to 905- 430-6416. HYGIENIST,part time, Whitby of- fice. Saturday and evenings avail- ability. Experienced applicants only please. Call office at 905- 655-1500. ORTHO OFFICE requires part time dental hygienist and part time dental assistant, HARP Certified. Send resumes to File #142, Oshawa This Week. P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5. P/T DENTAL ASSISTANT req'd. Flexible hours, top wages, Tues- days & Thursdays. Professionals only. Please call Dr. D'Souza for interview (905)430-0118 REGISTERED MASSAGE Thera- pist needed January 2005. Within busy Bowmanville chiropractic of- fice. Full clientele provided. F/T and P/T available. Phone 905-623- 8388; Fax 905-623-6282; Email: drbritpop@hotmail.com RMT POSITION available immedi- ately for busy Oshawa massage therapy clinic (Bloor/Ritson). Part time some evenings & Saturdays required. All supplies provided. 905-243-1038. OFFICE PERSON AVAILABLE, Spanish/English, computer user, Math skills, Driver's license. Look- ing for full-time general office posi- tion. Call (905)576-3982. COUNTRY - 45 minutes to Oshawa. 3.6 acres - 2,000 sq. ft. home, sm. barn, $319,900. Marilyn Piggott, Sales Rep.. Remax County Town Realty. (905) 686- 3711. FOR SALE 53 Thames Drive (Thickson & Taunton) Whitby 2 storey brick Denoble Home. 3 bed- room, tasteful decor, open con- cept, Loaded with upgrades, call (905)743-6116 anytime. No agents, please. MILLBROOK AREA $219,000 Private Sale. This beautiful, spot- less, one-owner custom-built bun- galow sits on approximately 2 well landscaped acres. 1350-sq.ft. 3+1 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen, recroom, fireplace. Only one hour to Toronto. Joan 705-748-3439. OPEN HOUSE 21 Tipton Cres- cent, Ajax Sat. and Sun. 2-4pm 2,500 sq.ft., premium 40x167 lot. www3.sympatico.ca/nfaber (905)428-6263 OPEN HOUSE Sat./ Sun. Nov. 20, 21 & 27/28, , 2-4 p.m. 25 Hollier Dr. Ajax. NEW 3 bed. 3 baths, l/d room, gas fireplace, 1455 sq.ft. Im- mediate. No agents. $264,900. (905)427-1392 WESTNEY/HWY #2,beautiful 1-year old, 4-bdrms, 3 washrooms, jacuzzi, double garage, h/w & ce- ramic floors, walk to schools. Zero- little down payment. No agents please. (416)505-6002 CONDO FOR SALE -YOUR DREAM HOME, beautiful luxury 2- bedroom penthouse, option to buy fully furnished, waterfront view, air conditioned, 5 appliances. Avail- able immediately. Call Vicky Waldman (416)419-5746 or (416)782-8882. 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 B6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 24, 2004 www.durhamregion.com a career with a view Fi re Fighters • full-time, probationary As a member of our highly qualified and dedicated team, you will operate and maintain fire fighting apparatus, equipment, and fire stations, combat fires, and perform rescue and emergency medical work. You will also become qualified as an Alarm Operator, conduct inspections of properties and equipment for fire hazards, and participate in public education programs. Application deadline: December 15, 2004 To qualify, you must submit with your application letter and resume, proof of the following: • completion of Grade 12 or the equivalent • at least one year of active fire fighting experience with a municipal fire department OR proof of graduation from an endorsed post-secondary fire fighter pre-service training program • a valid, current, and successful York University fire fighter applicant vision, hearing, and job related fitness assessment report (not issued before June 2004) • current CPR and St. John's Ambulance First Aid certification • a valid unrestricted Ontario driver's licence (minimum class ‘DZ’) and current abstract • a current police clearance letter indicating that you have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted Ideally, you have also completed a higher level of EMS training and the Ontario Fire Fighter curriculum. Additionally, you must be capable of intense and sustained physical effort and have fluent English skills and the ability to achieve formal certification as an Ontario Fire Fighter. Your legal entitlement to work in Canada, willingness to participate on rotating shifts, and successful completion of a medical examination and swim test are essential to receiving a job offer. Please apply via fax, mail or by dropping off all of the above documentation to: HR Services, Town of Ajax, 65 Harwood Avenue South, Ajax, ON L1S 2H9 Fax: (905) 686-8352 We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity within the workplace. As we grow, it is important that our workforce becomes more reflective of the citizens we serve to further the diversification of ideas that make Ajax a great place to live and work. The Town of Ajax respects, encourages, and celebrates our diversity. For more information about the Town of Ajax and our exciting career opportunities, please visit our website at: www.townofajax.com/employment 905-683-9133 Rory Sheehan B.A., B.Ed., M.B.A. (Senior Trainer) Winner of the 2001, 2002, 2003 Readers Choice Awards for Corporate Trainer of the Year. positivestrategies If you like helping people with their problems, and always wished you could get paid for it, now you can. Join the rewarding field of alternative health with full H y p no t h e r a p y C e r t i fi c a t i on . Learn to use the powers of hypnosis to help people lose weight, stop smoking, and reduce stress. Small local class starts D e c e m b e r 3 . HYPNOSIS CERTIFICATION 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. 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AUTO BAYS for rent, excellent for car detailer, tires, landscaper, auto glass, upholsterer, etc. Simcoe N., near University. $550/mo.+. (905)442-5592 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. HAIR SALON,3 stations. all inclu- sive. Also approx. 350sq.ft. for rent suitable for Aesthetician, office or mixed use. Lots of parking, good location Next to Tim Horton's, Whitby. $600 all inclusive. Avail- able Dec.1. (905)576-0823. A PROVEN MONEY Maker!! 6- Figure Potential From Home. No MLM. 1-888-842-9542 MILLBROOK-Beauty Salon-for rent or purchase. Established & growing business, fully equipped with 4 stations, upscale main street location. Operator retired. (705) 932-2878. THE EASIEST HOME-BASED business on earth. Call toll-free to listen to 9-minute audio. 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Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 1ST/2ND MORTGAGE below bank posted rate. Personal loans / Line of credit. Fast! Metrocap, 416-455-1743; 905-831-2354. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. Fr om 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 Lower Your Monthly Obligations Let Us Consolidate your DEBT Refinance up to 100% BFS Programs 1-877-234-1367 MORTGAGE INTELLIGENCE www.mortgage-answers.net A GMAC COMPANY 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 - 1st, 2nd and com- mercial. Line of credit. Bank said no....we say yes. Harry Singh (416) 543-9502 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 (2)-One bedrooms, $675/inclusive; (2)-2-bedroom $675/$700 plus hy- dro. Avail. immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 & 2-BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Dec. & Jan. 1st. 2-locations 350 Malaga, 946 Masson St. $695/$795 month, all inclusive. no pets 905-576-6724, 905-242-4478. 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. $675/month. Bachelor $425/month. Clean, no pets/smok- ing, no children, first/last required. 905-259-7828 or 905-242-8370. 1-BDRM walkout bsmt, Oshawa, Bloor/Grandview. On bus route, near shopping. New paint, carpet. Quiet neighbourhood. No smok- ing/pets. Single professional pre- ferred. $680/mo inclusive. First/last. Dec. 1st. (905)432- 0937, (905)767-4140 1-BEDROOM & BACHELOR apartments available Dec. 1st. Oshawa, near Hospital, Utilities and parking included. $650 + $575. First/last. References. 905- 436-6206. 1-BEDROOM basement apartment. Living room, kitchen, full bath. Near OC. $580 plus hy- dro. First/last required. Available immediately. No pets. Call (905)576-6014. 1-BEDROOM walkout apt., large newly renovated, cable, laundry, parking, gas fireplace, central air, shared utilities. Hwy 2/Anderson, $850/month, first/last. Immediate. 905-424-9766. 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. 12th month free! Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM basement apt. Large windows, cable, utilities in- cluded. Oshawa, Adelaide/Wilson. Avail. Jan 1st. $875. (905)626- 4026 2 BEDROOM - Rossland/Ritson. security system, newer well main- tained, clean, quiet adult-lifestyle building. Suits retired/ mature working adult. Avail. Jan 1st. $885/inclusive. No pets. 905-720- 2352. 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT avail- able, Dec. 1st. all inclusive. plus parking. $850. 80 Williams St. W. near DT Oshawa. Call 1-866-327- 7485 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 BSMT SUITE,Oshawa. Quiet house w/small children. Smokers/pet-owners need not ap- ply. Includes hydro, bbq, yard, parking. $795/mo. ref/1st/last. Avail. Dec. 1st/15th. 905-448-0898 2-BDRM. SIMCOE NORTH- Rus- sett Ave. Good location, well main- tained quiet 12plex. Utilities, heat- ing, cable, parking included, $890/month. No dogs. (905)576- 2982. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $845/month inclusive, Jan 1st. Immaculate newer building in de- cent Oshawa neighbourhood, Pre- fer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-439-8893 or 905-448-8929. 2-BEDROOM basement, sauna, Jacuzzi, separate entrance, $1000/month all inclusive, first/last. Available immediately. No smok- ing/pets. Near all amenities. Ajax. Call 905-686-5782. CHURCH/HWY 2.Immaculate 2 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/shopping/Go. (416)444- 7391 Ext. 241 2-BEDROOM,Tyrone Village, spacious apt., immaculate condi- tion, in Century school house. Large bright rooms, high ceilings, parking & laundry facilities. 20 min N.E. of Oshawa. Mature non- smokers only. No dogs. $725 plus hydro. (905)576-3830 for appt. 3 BRM APARTMENT in great, friendly area. Near O/C, dish- washer, fridge, stove, free satellite, coin laundry, backyard, large kitchen & Master. $990+hydro with first/last OR $1200+hydro without last month’s rent. Hydro approx $40/month. 905-243-7150 snc 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 A 1 BEDROOM APT Central Whit- by Dundas/Brock. $769+hydro. Free parking. quiet small building, no pets/smoking, Avail Dec 1. (416)438-4895. AJAX 1-bdrm in small building & 2-Bdrm bsmt. apt. Avail. immediately Parking, laundry, near all amenities. 416-562-0186 905-686-8905 AJAX NORTH,Westney/Sullivan New 2 bed. basement apt., separate entrance, available Dec 1. $850/inclusive. 4-appliances, laundry, prefer non-smoker/no pets. Call (905)683-1180. AJAX - Pickering Village, luxury 1400 sq. ft. 2-bed. basement apt. Sep. entrance, parking, cable, gas fireplace, laminated floors, open- concept, non-smoking/pets. Refer- ences $980. Avail. Dec. 1st. (905)683-0469 AJAX - WESTNEY/DELANEY, spacious, 1-bdrm. basement apt. $750/mo. cable, parking, laundry and utilities. Immediately. No smoking/pets. Call 905-426-5295. AJAX CHURCH/HWY. 2 3-bdrms (1-1/2 baths), $1150 includes util- ities, plus parking. Also 2 bed- room , $950. Available Dec/Jan, in clean, quiet bldg. 905-426-1161 AJAX COUNTRY SETTING,one bedroom walkout basement, be- tween 407/401. Suit professional adult, no smoking/pets. $750 inclu- sive. Dec. lst. Telephone (905) 428-7407 AJAX SOUTH - newer very bright spacious raised bsmt. one bedroom apt. A/C, jacuzzi, parking, luandry, cable, sep. en- trance, availability negotiable. $775/mo+1/3 hydro. 647-282-5517 AJAX,new beautiful large, bright, 1-bedroom apartment in executive home, large windows, 5-applianc- es, High-speed internet, satellite, patio. No smoking/pets. $750+. (905)427-9591. AJAX, BAYLY/BURCHER,main level, clean 3-bedroom. Near all amenities. $1100 plus. Shared laundry. No smoking/pets. Avail. Dec 1st, first/last. 416-788-1437. AJAX, BAYLY/SALEM,2 bed- room basement, separate en- trance, full washroom, living room, separate laundry, no smok- ing/pets. Available Dec. lst. $675. (905) 427-7921. AJAX,Hwy 2/Harwood. 1-bed- room basement, separate walkout, parking. Suitable for single, work- ing person. Available now. No smoking/pets. $630/inclusive, first/last. (905)428-2503. AJAX, LEGAL 2-BEDROOM basement, very bright, private en- trance, own laundry, cable, park- ing, large windows, no smoking/no dogs. $795 inclusive, first/last. (905)428-9214 AJAX,newly renovated 2-bdrm basement apt. Own laundry facil- ities, separate entrance, new appli- ances.. Available immediately. $900. First/last, references, non- smoker (905)683-1583. AJAX,newly renovated legal 2- bdrm bsmt. Separate entrance, parking, appliances, no smok- ing/pets. $875/mo. inclusive. First/last. Avail immediately. Call (905)427-8229 AJAX, WALKOUT 1-bedroom basement, Westney/Hwy #2, new- ly renovated, close to plaza. Full washroom, 1-car parking, $750/mo first/last. No smoking/pets. Avail- able Dec. 1st. (905)426-3845. 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 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 BEAUTIFUL, SPACIOUS 2-bed- room apt., in very quiet well-main- tained apt. building in Oshawa. Available Dec or Jan 1st. $875/monthly, 905-721-0831, 905-728-2969. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. ONE BEDROOM basement apart- ment available in Ajax. For more information call (905) 686-9944. BOWMANVILLE,Frank St., 1 bedroom apartment, available December 1st, $560/month plus utilities. No pets/smoking. (905)623-5261. BOWMANVILLE,King St. 1-bed- room & large 1-bedroom, above store. Newly renovated, near all amenities, parking. $575 & $675/month. Available Jan. 1st. (905)440-5906. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $735 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 CLEAN 1-BDRM $720/month, 2- bdrm $790/month, newly decorat- ed. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (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 - 2 bedroom base- ment apartment in 3 plex, Oshawa 1 bedroom bachelor apartment, in 6 plex. Dec. 1st. No pets. 1st/last. Call (905) 665-5537 DOWNTOWN OSHAWA,1-bed- room bsmt, private entrance $700 incl. 2-bedroom 2nd floor available Jan 1st $825 incl. Both freshly painted, carpeted, large yard, parking, new washrooms, (905)259-2552 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - big 2 bedroom with balcony, heat includ- ed, parking, $900 per mo. lst./last Available Dec lst. call (416)520- 6392 or (905) 669-4009 DOWNTOWN WHITBY, 1-bed- room, $775 includes heat, air, laundry facilities, one parking, hy- dro extra, all hardwood, lst/last, references, no pets. Call (905)430-8327. 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. 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 beautiful home, great location, 2 bedroom base- ment apt. furnished, eat-in kitchen, gas fireplace, sep entrance, laun- dry, parking. $860-inclusive. Im- mediate. (416)570-9082. NORTH-AJAX, Newly Finished 1 huge bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, $650/in- clusive. Available now. Suite single or couple. No smoking/pets. (905)426-3040 NORTH-OSHAWA adult lifestyle bldg. available immediately, 2 bed. in triplex, $775+hydro, first/last/references required. No pets. Lynn 905-925-3200 or 905- 436-6886. ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT, downtown Whitby, separate en- trance, 1 parking, no pets/smok- ing, utilities included. Immediate. $575. (905) 430-8925 ONE BEDROOM, bright, spacious, modern basement, suitable for ma- ture person, #2/Trulls. Private en- trance/parking, 3-piece bath, kitch- en/living, Avail. Jan1., All inclusive $765. (905)434-5422 ONE, TWO & THREE bedroom apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Available imme- diately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905-723-1009 or 905-579-3700 OSHAWA CREEK CO-OP ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units. Clean, 8-storey apt. bldg, just south of downtown Oshawa. Near bus routes. Housing charges include cable. No subsidies available. Pick up applications at 233 Albert St., or call for information (905) 436-8471 or http://oshawacreekcoop.ca OSHAWA 1-bedroom basement, separate entrance, near bus stop, 401, shopping, GM, No pets. $650/inclusive. parking. lst/last, available Dec. lst. Call 416-264- 7990. OSHAWA 1000 sq/ft apt. newly renovated, 2 bdm separate en- trance, ravine. Laundry/applianc- es/utilities/cable included, near 401. $1050/month no smok- ing/pets, Available Jan. 1st. Call Allen 905-438-8956 OSHAWA AND AJAX - Oshawa, beautiful large 2 bedroom in a clean low-rise, freshly painted parking, laundry. Ajax - 2 bed- room, Pickering Village, laundry, laminate floors, parking. Call (905) 922-0252 or (905) 686-0470. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 2 & 3-bedrooms available. Well maintained build- ing. Near all amenities. From only $825/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA Spacious 2 bedroom in duplex. Very clean, appliances in- cluded, parking. Fenced yard, First/last required. Available Dec.1. $750/month plus utilities. 905-420-1846. 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,1-bedroom basement, parking, private entrance, nice neighbourhood. No pets/smoking. $650 all inclusive. Available imme- diately. Call 905-259-1132. OSHAWA, NEAR O.C.2-bedroom & 1-bedroom. $750 & $700 first/last. References. Available Dec 1st. & Jan 1st. Phone 905- 243-0339, 905-263-2244. OSHAWA,Olive/Wilson 1-bed- room basement in bungalow. C/A, fridge/stove, microwave, share BBQ, washer/dryer. No pets/smok- ing. Suit single working individual. References. $700/month utilities included. first/last. Avail. Dec 1st. 905-728-6766 PICKERING bottom of Liverpool Rd., one bedroom basement apt. Sep. entrance, parking, laundry, just renovated, 4 new appliances, cupboards, etc. 4pc. bath, wet bar, $695 inclusive or fully furnished $825 inclusive, available Dec. 1st. 905-420-1276. PICKERING Bsmt apt, bright, spa- cious, close to 401 & GO, $700 in- clusive 1st/last & references, avail- able immediately Call 416-414- 7312 PICKERING HWY#2/BROCK, Large 2-bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, large kitchen, appliances, cable, park- ing, no pets/smoking. $850 all in- clusive, available immediately. (905)619-6822. PICKERING Whites/Sheppard 1- bedroom bsmt, side-entrance, laundry, 1-parking, near all amen- ities/401. Available Dec 1st/15th, $750-inclusive, first/last, no pets/smoking. Call Abbas (905)831-3835 PICKERING,Bayly/Liverpool,2- bedroom basement with fireplace, air conditioning, separate en- trance, all hardwood floors. $800 plus utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Dec 1st. 416-371-3492. PICKERING, BRAND new 2 bed- room basement apartment, separ- ate entrance, 1 car parking, $925 no pets/smoking. laundry nego- tiable. Available now. (905) 831- 1555. PICKERING,South Rosebank. Clean, newly renovated 2 bedroom basement. Separate entrance, full bath, parking, cable, A/C, laundry. $795/inclusive. Evenings (905)509-4331 PORT PERRY Carlan apts., spa- cious ground floor, 2 bedroom apt, in quiet well kept 3 storey building. Laundry facilities, walk out to patio, no pets, $950./mo.+ utilities, Avail- able immediately. First & last re- quired. Call Neil (905)985-6938 PORT UNION/KINGSTON RD.- New large one bedroom basement apt. 900 sq. ft. all inclusive, park- ing, available immediately. $700. (416)724-8585 PORT WHITBY,large 1-bdrm, to- tal remodel, new kitchen/bath, $795+hydro, avail now. ALSO 2- bdrm, fresh paint. $895+hydro, avail. Jan. 1st. Both walk to trails, GO, rec centre. Parking, laundry, no dogs. Prefer mature tenants. Call 1-800-693-2778 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. ROSSLAND/PARK OSHAWA. Completely renovated beautiful 2- bdrm bsmt w/large windows. Wood-like flooring, new bathroom, kitchen, appliances. $875/mo in- clusive, immediately. Catherine 416-431-8385 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 WHITBY - Available Jan. 1st. 2 bedroom, $840 all inclusive. Of- fice hours 9 - 5 Monday - Friday (905)666-4589. WHITBY – New 1 bedroom walk- out basement apartment, separate entrance, quiet court, parking. No pets/smoking. First/Last/Referenc- es. $795 inclusive. 905 666 5244 WHITBY - one and 3 bedroom apartments available. Close to 401, Go, $750 and $950 plus hy- dro. Available December lst. Call (905) 666-1261. WHITBY - quiet residential area, newly renovated large luxurious 2 bedroom basement apart. $895 in- clusive. Includes new appliances, fireplace, dishwasher, central air parking, separate entrance, lst/last near bus top, available Dec.. lst. (905) 430-4855 or (905) 668-2949. WHITBY BACHELOR Basement Apt. Available Dec. 1st, $625/month, first/last/references required, includes utilities. Fur- nished, kitchenette, separate en- trance. Suitable for one. Close to all amenities, Brock St./Taunton. Call 905-665-7908. WHITBY EXCEPTIONAL 2-bed- room apt., walk to GO, newer bldg, laundry facilities. $875-inclusive. No pets. Dec.-Jan 1st. First/last. (905)723-8697 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, BROCK ST. S., near Trent, 2-bedroom basement apart- ment with main floor kitchen, park- ing, separate entrance, $775 inclu- sive, Call (416)261-1860. WHITBY, quiet lowrise, 2-bedroom apartment, $800/month. PICKER- ING, sunny 3-bedroom condo/bal- cony, $1175/month. No smok- ing/pets, near Bus/GO/401. Janu- ary 1st. First/last, references. Trish French (905)428-6533 or (905)426-3288. WHITBY- Dundas and Brock. Main floor of triplex - 2 bedrooms, fridge, stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. now. $900/month inclusive. (905)983-9082. WHITBY.Clean, large 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, shared laundry. $800 all inclusive. No smoking/pets. Avail- able December lst. (647) 746-3476 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-401/LIVERPOOL 2- bdrm, den, 2-baths, 4-appliances, ensuite, laundry/storage, 2w/o's to huge balcony, C/A, parking in clean, well maintained low rise building, steps to shopping, library, rec c/tr., transit. $1300/mth inclu- sive, no pets/smoking. Credit app. required. Avail. Jan.1/05. (905)427-7452 A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM BACKSPLIT Duplex,main floors, beautiful Grandview/Cherrydown Oshawa. Magnificent view of city. Spectacular sunsets. 4 appliances, gas fireplace, fenced yard, new shed, double driveway, avail. Dec. 1st. First/last, $1050+ utilities. No pets/no-smoking, references. (905)404-9489 3-BDRM main floor of house, Ste- venson/Rossland prime location. bus route, 5-appl. C/Air, $1100/mo + 50% util. 1-year lease, Dec. 1. (905)579-1688 Dave 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW, North-west Oshawa, $1200/month plus utilities. Close to all amenities. No smoking. Call (905)721-1361 AAA1 MANY HOUSES,To wn- houses, semis & fully detached homes, also country property from $1300 - $4000/month plus utilities. In Pickering, Ajax Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, Bowmanville & Raglan. Call Garry Bolen, Asso- ciate Broker, Sutton Group Status Realty Inc. (905)436-0990. 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,Bayly/Salem. 3-bedroom, main floor of bungalow, newly ren- ovated, private fenced yard. 2-car parking, laundry, no smoking/pets, minutes to 401. $1075/shared utilities, available immediately, 416-986-0619 or 416-460-2853. AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Car- ries for less than rent. OAC. Mini- mum income required per house- hold is $30,000. Please call Aure- lia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905)728-1600, 24 hr. pager. BOWMANVILLE,house for rent, solid brick bungalow, in old historic Bowmanville, close to downtown. 2 bedrooms with large sunroom, ( or 3rd bedroom) hardwood floors, French doors, eat in kitchen, gas heat, Dec. lst. $1200 per mo. plus utilities. (905) 697-1221, Glen or Sue. BROOKLIN (North Whitby). New- ly renovated, spotless, 2-bedroom bungalow, new kitchen, bathroom, broadloom. On 4 acres, dynamic view. Near Hwy 7. References, credit check. $1,100/mo+utilities. (905)434-7235 CAN'T QUALIFY for mortgage? We have programs to help you own your home. Renting $1000+? You can own! Call to find out how. 905-479-4916 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 EXTREMELY CLEAN 3-bedroom house, N.E. Oshawa residential neighbourhood. New paint, all hardwood flooring, 5 new applianc- es, pet owners/smokers need not apply. Available immediately. (905)441-0111 HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY minutes north of Oshawa. Large, clean, 2-bedroom, 2-baths, large yard, laundry facilities, $995+util- ities. References req'd. (905)571- 0770 NORTH WHITBY,New To wns/Detached from $1200- $1700 all 3-bedrooms, excellent location, walk to malls, schools. No pets, avail. immediately. 905-424- 8428, Chand. NORTH WHITBY, brand new 2100sq.ft 4 bedroom home, fully furnished, $1600/month, available immediately. Long or short term. Call 905-620-0606. OSHAWA large 3-bedroom plus basement apartment, separate en- trance, Attached garage, fenced backyard with large deck, all appli- ances, near all amenities. No pets/smoking, available immedi- ately. (905)665-4609. OSHAWA,Rossland/Camelot ar- ea, 3-bdrm semi-detached,1-3/4 bath, fenced yard, fin. bsmt, 5 ap- pliances. Very clean. $1100/mo+ utilities, first/last. Avail. Jan 1st. No pets. Call Adam 905-728-2357 OSHAWA, 3 + 1 BEDROOM bun- galow with finished basement. 1401 Park Rd. $1200/month plus utilities. First/last. References. Available Now. (905)579-6106 OSHAWA,clean bright 3-bdrm bungalow, c/air, gas fireplace, large livingroom, eat-in kitchen. Near all amenities/401, Harmo- ny/Olive. $1,350/mo inclusive. Dec. 1st. No smoking/pets. Vince (905)626-6726 SUN-FILLED MULTI-LEVEL 2- bedroom home, renovated, walk- out to backyard, laundry, huge liv- ing room, $475 bi-weekly. Non- smokers. Available Dec 1st. Jackie Rodney 416-298-8200 TAUNTON/BROCK - BRAND new 4 bedroom house, 5 black appli- ances, 3 1/2 baths, garage, stor- age, whole house, finished base- ment, quiet Whitby neighbourhood. Immediately. $1,595 plus utilities. (416) 817-5318 WHITBY -Thickson/Dryden, 2-storey, 3-bdrms, family room, 3 bathrooms, 2-car garage. Avail. immediately. Call (416) 558-2520. WHITBY McQuay/Rossland, near all schools, 3+1 Bdrm. 2 levels, 1 1/2 baths, garage, walkout, c/air, 5 appliances, $1300/mo+utilities. First/last Tel: 905-666-1145. WHITBY,beautiful 3 bedroom, huge living room, fresh new paint, incredible central location, near bus route and schools, main floor of house, a must see, won't last long. Available Dec.1, $1190 month. Call ASAP.(905)442-0489 WHITBY,large modern 1900sq ft. 2-storey house, c/a, c/v, family- room, f/p, 2-car garage, deck. Thickson/Manning, avail. immedi- ately. No smoking/pets. $975/mo+utilities. First/last. (905)666-9833 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, North Oshawa. $1050 plus utilities, available immediately. 905-721-2850. 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.realstar.ca HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. November 1st, park- ing incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- houses, close to schools, shop- ping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. 905-579-9956 or Toll- free 1-866-922-6422, OSHAWA,3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, basement, parking. $1100 plus utilities or rent to own. Avail- able Immediately. (905)428-8887 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. WHITBY, END-UNIT,2-bedroom, 2 level, fridge, stove, laundry room, parking (2), walk to GO/lake, no dogs. $850 plus. December 1st. (905)925-9268, (613)253-2389, (905)430-1160 WHITBY-3-bdrm Victorian, new decor, gas heat, walk to GO & downtown. 2 avail.- Dec 1st & Jan 1st. $1100/mo+ utilities. 416-324- 8585 AJAX,room for rent, suitable for working female. $425/mo, first/last required. Use of facilities. Call (905)686-4126 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 ROOM for rent - Simcoe/Olive area, Oshawa. Big kitchen & bathroom, available immediately, suit quiet individual. $475/mo. Call David 905-243- 5091. BLACKSTOCK - Room furnished or not. Quiet home. NO SMOK- ING, share kitchen, bath, laundry, parking. Available immediately. Pets negotiable. $550/mo. 905- 986-0789; 905-723-7171. BOWMANVILLE Furnished room for non-smoker, clean, quiet, park- ing, share bathroom, kitchen and livingroom, $95 weekly first/last week required.(905)697-0760 DOWNTOWN OSHAWA, new apartment hotel. 42-single rooms, fully furnished, shared kitchen, dining, washroom, laun- dry. $420/month Heat/hydro in- cluded, cable, phone, net extra. (905)623-3327, (905)439-2993. EAST OSHAWA.Clean, quiet, professional person preferred. Share kitchen, bathroom, laundry. Par king avail. No smoking/pets. Dec/Jan 1. $450 - (905)260-1361 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT (female preferred), $425/month first/last includes all utilities. King- ston Rd. Pickering. Immediate. Share kitchen/bath. (905)426-2314 FURNISHED ROOMS Available, Walking distance to Durham Col- lege. Internet access, laundry, parking, utilities all inclusive. Avail- able immediately. (416)727-1607 PICKERING,2 separate bed- rooms for rent in quiet home, price negotiable, available immediately, near shopping & amenities. Shared utilities. Female preferred. Call (905)426-1974 leave msg. SHARE clean Pickering/Ajax house. Mature male preferred, laundry, all appliances, large living, dining, family room w/fireplace, parking, storage, no smoking/pets, First/last $425. 905-420-0081, cell 905-409-9495 YOUNG PROFESSIONAL (pre- ferred), beautiful extra large room, private bath/jacuzzi, upscale large house, Ajax/Pickering. Non-smok- ing, facilities/parking $610/month. First/last/references. Avail. imme- diately. 416-995-6138. AJAX-Hwy.2/Westney, Rent a room with livingroom privately and share 2 washrooms and kitchen, $500/mo. inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Quiet professional pre- ferred. 647-889-8073 or 905-619- 9627 weekdays after 5 p.m/week- end anytime. CLEAN, MODERN TOWNHOUSE to share, North Oshawa, close to UOIT, professionals or students, $400 plus shared utilities. Avail- able Dec/Jan. (416)431-6882. TAUNTON/ANDERSON furnished 3000sq.ft. home with bedrooms for rent. Pets/smoking OK. Share laundry, kitchen, bath, living/family and parking. $440/inclusive. Call (905)430-6805. THICKSON/HWY 2 one bedroom available in my home. Share kitch- en, laundry, private bath. suits quiet professional $650/mo+1/2 utilities first/last/references. (416)712-8741 CLEARWATER FLORIDA,2-3 bedroom furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions. Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $375/weekly (less than mo- tel). (905)683-5503. 15X24 POOL with Creep Crawly cleaner, pump, filter, wood deck, You remove! $500. Call (905)436-9226. FOUND:Beige Sheppard, red col- lar, dragging her lead, also a black collar for invisible fencing. Found near concession Rd #7, north Pickering. (905)649-8282 FOUND: NOV 13TH,large Persian cat. Mostly white with black/grey markings, white tip on tail. Very friendly. Cameron St. area of Pick- ering Village. (905)683-8341 LOST CAT male, long black hair with white whiskers. Last seen Glenanna & Heathside, Pickering Nov 20. Reward. (905)839-6718 SINCERE SINGLES Professional Introduction Service. Successfully matching members for long term relationships. Toll free 1-866-719- 9116 www.sinceresingles.ca Fall Special! DO YOU LIKE DANCING,fine dining, movies and travelling. If so, this mature lady would like to hear from you (55-65 years). Serious replies only. Reply File #103, This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, L1H 7L5. SPEED DATING EVENTS - Nov. 28th - Scarboro - Ages 50 + (men needed). Dec. 7th - ages 30 - 40 , Whitby. Dec. 8th ages 40 - 50, Whitby. Register (905) 244-5683 or visit www.the singlesnetwork244.com SWEET HUNK Looking for Love! 40. Looks 30. Very Handsome, Ta ll, Caucasian, Strong, Intelligent, Athletic, Private Pilot, Funny, Di- vorced, Hiker, Swimmer, Traveller, Not religious, Daddy to one…looking for Sweet, Beautiful, 29-40 yrs, Shapely, Sexy, Intelli- gent Woman for long-term, maybe marriage, maybe children, but defi- nitely a first date and then FUN 4ever. Why not? Contact flight8@hotmail.com LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. NANNY live in or out, Ross- land/Ravenscroft, care for 2 boys ages 5 and 2, You will be treated with respect and lots of perks! Call (905) 426-6219. ALTONA/HWY #2,E.C.E. beauti- ful home daycare. Full/Part-time spaces available, from 3 months to 4 years. Receipts, references. Call Judit (905)509-5802 MOTHER OF 2 will provide loving care in my home near Holy Re- deemer School, reasonable rates, non-smoker, fenced yard, snacks, outings, crafts. Lisa (905)420-9180 UMBRELLA CENTRAL Daycare Services is currently hiring ECEs for available positions, Durham Region. Please submit resume to Brock Rd. Childcare, fax 905-428-3621 by Nov. 30th. ESL/ENGLISH SCHOOL opening in Whitby. Revolutionary new teaching system guarantees re- sults faster. Pronunciation, speak- ing skills, listening, test prepara- tion. Call to book a free sample lesson. (905)430-8150. ESL/ENGLISH SCHOOL opening in Whitby. Revolutionary new teaching system guarantees results faster. Pronunciation, speaking skills, listening, test preparation. Call to book a free sample lesson: 905-430-8150. PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER REQUIRED for disabled female in Brooklin. A positive, energetic attitude and willing to follow direc- tions. Will train. $13.33/hour, part time. Vehicle required. (905)655-6478 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. ALL NEW CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS available. Full sales, service and installations. Is your currently satellite down? We can help. #1 in Durham. Call 905-767-0013. 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. 2003 CONTINENTAL CARGO Enclosed Trailer, 6x8. Barn Door Style. Good Condition. Deezee trailer box included Asking $2000. Call 905-852-3698 Uxbridge. 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. ADMIRAL SUPER CAPACITY washer & dryer, $700. Good condi- tion. Call (905)666-8823 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES Refrigera- tors, $99/up. Super-capacity wash- ers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up. Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts, Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Sales, Installation & Service Of All Makes. Free To Air And Dish- net Set-ups. Quick Installs. 7 Days A Week. (905)999-0362 ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, year end clearance, many sizes. Beat the Price Increase! 20'x30' $4,500, 25'x40' $7,800, 30'x40' $9,200, 40'x60 $16,500. Since 1980. Call Pioneer 1-800- 504-7749. www.pioneerbuild- ings.ca ANTIQUE CHINA CABINET,ma- hogany veneer, 40" x 65". Asking $475 obo. Call (905) 655-4076. APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Large capacity washer, $275; dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 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 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 CERAMIC MOLDS,over 500, large variety, Gare, Scioto, Dona, Tampa Bay. Pouring table and machine included. Asking $1200. (905)683-4267 CHILD'S MAPLE mates bed, desk, chair, dresser $500; queen 6-pc bedroom $650; oak coffee & end tables $250; pine 10-pc din- ingroom $950; sofa & loveseat $400; maple pedestal table & chairs $500; armoire $350; single bed $150; fridge $175; washer, dryer $300; dishwasher $200; 905- 260-1123 CONTENTS WHITBY,tv's, vcr's dvd's, stereos, beds, oak dining, fridge's, stoves, micro, computers, washers, dryers, power tools, dresser, armoire, desks, leather sofa and rocker, bikes, Honda mower, much more. all must go. (905) 666-9833. COSTUMES FOR ALL occasions for sale or rent. Get ready for Christmas! Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves, helpers, accessories, school plays, etc. Call Kelly at 905-434-2970. DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING. Princess Cut. .75ct VV5 clarity, H-Colour, 18K Gold. Paid $8,000. Asking $4500. Call (905)668-3129 (daytime) 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. DOWNSIZING:contemporary 9-pc diningroom table, 2 extensions; 2 high back armchairs; 4 high back side chairs; buffet, hutch, $3500. (905)430-7620 FOR SALE.Po p,chip, candy, vending machines. Ideal for offic- es. Reasonably priced. Already lo- cated. Call (905)839-7137 GOLF CLUBS Evolution FLX3 graphite irons, 3-PW reg. shaft new $250; Coleman camp stove 2 burner propane, used once $50; Coleman fuel lamp $20; Unique ice hut heater propane electric start $75; 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. 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 INDUSTRIAL Convection Oven $500 or best offer. Call David at 905-432-1382. Will trade for golf swing! JAMES LUMBAR PRINTS,Limit- ed Edition, artist proofs. Country Kitchen, Secret of Well, Fireside Shadows, etc. ALSO Carl Schaef- er: "Marshalling Lancasters Against Stuttgart" Canadian War Collections Print. (905)623-2089 MINK COAT.full length, size 10-12. $500. Antique Mantle Clock, chimes 1/2 hour. $175. (905)576-8173. 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 NORTHERN LIGHTS, full univer- sal Gym. Comes with arms curl bench and hack squat leg-press. All professional quality, asking $750. 416-771-1112. OFFICE CLEAROUT - 2 used photocopiers, $899 (60 copies per minute d/s 11x17); most used chairs only $20; racks, displays, cabinets, boardroom table, plus more, Call Speedy Business Cen- tre (905)668-0800 PIANO FOR SALE,upright in- cludes bench. Good condition. Asking $1200. Call (905)839-8559 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 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. Rentals also available. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427- 7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa. 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! POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $6750 sell for $2600. 905-213- 4669. POOL TABLE,6x12, Brunswick 1928, slate. Light, rack and cues, $2100 OBO. Shuffle Board, $400 Ping-Pong Table, $100. Call (905)655-1166 RADIAL TIRES - 2 Defender SRXP23560R15, and 2 SR500P27560R15 on chrome rims, 5 bolt pattern great shape $300; Golf clubs Evolution FLX3 graphite irons, 3-PW reg. shaft new $250; Coleman camp stove 2 burner propane, used once $50; Coleman fuel lamp $20; Unique ice hut heater propane electric start $50; 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. TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. TREADMILL $150; sofa $150; din- ing table w/4 chairs $100; 3pc wall unit $150. (905)420-2464 TWO 8-pc bedrooms suites for sale like new one in light oak, one in cognac finish. 905-721-7202 UPRIGHT piano, Mason & Rich, built approx. 1930's in Toronto, ex- cellent condition, asking $1,000. call (905)436-6395. WANTED - Used pellet stove or free standing propane fireplace. (705) 328-0402 after 6 p.m. WANTED - Washing machine in good working condition and rea- sonably priced. Call Debby 905- 424-0965. WANTED:will pay cash & pickup good bedroom sets, dining room sets, wood kitchen tables & chairs, livingroom groups and fridges, stoves, washers & dryers (etc). 905-260-1123 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. GET SATELLITE TV BACK Channel Hog receiver. No more sorting and re-naming channels. Ajax local. Call me (647)294-2354. Website 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 AMERICAN COCKER Spaniel pups, 3-male, 1-female, 1st shots. $500. Ready to go. Call (905)428-9264. BICHON FRISE 4-month-old male, all vaccinations up to date. De- wormed. Vet-checked. Great with kids, Cage, toys, food included. $450. (905)987-3987 FREE to good home: 3 week old kittens, ready for Christmas. Male and female, various colours. (905)665-6363 FREE to loving home, 6 year old, neutered male tabby cat. Please call (905)426-8002 for more info. I'M A SPAYED 2 yr. old German Short haired pointer, w/pa. looking for an adult only home w/ fenced yard. I'm only $150. but i need some training. Call (705) 277-1077 PUGS Ve t checked. $900. 3 black, 1 fawn, all male. Call Sharon or Nat 905-404-8466 PUREBRED LAB PUPS, (black), first shots, wormed. Parents on site. Ready for a good home, $500 each. Call (705)793-9566 even- ings 1989 CHEVY CORSICA, 4dr, 4cyl, auto, low KMs, P/S, P/B, bucket seats, console, excellent transpor- tation. Runs great. $575. Also, 1989 Chevy Astro work van, V6, auto, loaded, runs excellent, $500. (905)404-8541. 1992 DODGE SHADOW, 107,000kms, 4 cyl. automatic, new paint, new tires, e-tested & certi- fied, $2,700 o.b.o. (905)579-8419 1992 HYUNDAI EXCELL 4-cylin- der, 2-door, hatchback, excellent condition, no rust, clean, low kms, only 114,000, runs and drives like new. Service records on file, very economical and affordable to maintain. Low insurance rates. $2250. Certified/Emissions (905)718-5032 1992 T-BIRD,167K, great body, needs trany, brakes, battery, ask- ing. $1000.O.B.O. (905)439-6604 1993 GRAND PRIX,4-door, white, fully loaded, lean car. Must See! $3,000. Call Frank (905)665-0695 1994 OLDSMOBILE Cutlass Cruiser Wagon, excellent condi- tion, certified. A great family car. Rebuilt engine, new exhaust etc. 4 snow tires on rims, $4500.00 o.b.o.905-263-2730 1995 FORD ESCORT wagon, air, p/w, p/l, 225k, certified/e-tested, $2,600 o.b.o. Call (905)434-6705 1998 MERCURY Mystique, 4dr, 6cyl, 5-spd, certified/e-tested $3,350. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville, 4dr, 6cyl, auto, runs excellent, $1,650 as is. Both cars fully load- ed, clean/no rust. Oshawa (905)720-0704 1999 OLDS ALERO,170,000km. $8200 certified & e-tested. Call Kirk 905-261-4397. 2000 FORD FOCUS ZX3, black, 2dr, hatch back, 5spd, A/C, AF/FM/CD. $9500 OBO. Call 416-819-2814. 2000 HYUNDAI ACCENT,excel- lent condition, $4,500 certified. Call Kirk 905-261-4397 2001 CHEV. IMPALA LS, 3.8, V6, auto, A/C, P/W, P/L, dual climate control, AM/FM/CD stereo, new winter tires on rims, excellent condition, well maintained. 120,000kms. $13,900. Call (905)655-7280 2001 FORD MUSTANG Coupe, auto, V6, silver ext., charcoal int., keyless entry, alloy wheels, spoil- er, bucket seats, sport package, A/C, AM/FM Stereo, CD, Cassette, power EVERYTHING, cruise con- trol, tilt wheel, driver/passenger Air Bag. Winter tires included. 90K. $11,900, call 905-579-7988. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 24, 2004, PAGE B7 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com “MANUFACTURE SELL OFF” THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25th, 2004 6:30 P.M. START, 5:00 P.M. PREVIEW KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. North, Pickering, Ontario “ BIG ORANGE BARN” (3 mile north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) ✯ ✯✯✯ “SPECIAL THURSDAY SALE” Vi ctor Brewda, Auctioneer, acting under instructions shall sell a huge selection of new furniture an d home décor by Public Auction. Many sought-after 3-piece sofa sets totaling approximately 15 units from the highest grade Italian leather to designer fabric in your choice of colours. North Carolina quality dining room suites, some with matching buffets and china cabinets in quality cherry, mahogany and oak, and our best ever of bedroom suites with sleigh beds, poster beds, Barcelona and California designed complete in 8 piece suites in Queen Anne , Victorian, Louis Phillip, and French accented designs. Huge assortment of antiques from local estates carefully selected, Victorian, Canadian and French country. Quality mattresses and boxspring sets in double, queen and king from the most economical to the highest quality pocket coil pillow top sets on the market. Unusual p orcelain patterns, Limoge vases - Ironstone porcelain Royal Staffordshire, Murano glass, some of the finest h andmade Persian carpets, grandfather clocks, curio cabinet, tea cabinets, high end Italian mirrors, 16-piece stainless steel pots & pans, full size casino slot machines. All top quality! All must be sold!Art for collections, Group of Seven, Bateman, Romance, Morrisseau (check your price guides, original work of art). This is a must sale to attend! If you have not attended one of our sales, your friends are hiding where they get their great buys. Antiques & Fine Furniture! We are Durham’s Best Kept Secret! “SPECIAL THURSDAY SALE” Auctioneer VICTOR BREWDA Member of O. A. A. Call 905-683-0041 or 1-800-567-6165 Fax 905-607-1131 SAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE THOUSANDSSAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE THOUSANDS Te rms: Visa, M/C, Amex, debit card, cash. No registration fee - 10% buyers premium. LIQUIDATION AUCTION SAT. NOV. 27th @ 10AM FOR THE OLD CANADIAN TIRE STORE PORT PERRY- 1894 SCUGOG STR. - (7 A), Lift hoists, shelving, new & used plywood, stor- age trailers,Chev - cube vans, new inventory, pallet lifts, majority of sale being chattel relat- ed. Check out our web site for full listing & photos pollards.theauctionadvertiser.com Terms; cash , visa, debit. - no cheques POLLARDS AUCTIONS &APPRAISAL SERVICES 905-476-5160 *Over 40 yrs. expe., certified personal property appraisers* AUCTION SALE Modern Furniture & Household Contents Sunday, Nov. 28th 9:30 AM (Viewing 8:30) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens. Take 115 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features complete contents from a Bowmanville home, most articles less that 2 years old. (Moving out of country). 3 large new couch & chair sets, "L" sofa couch, Lazyboy chairs, wall unit, (Temile Stuart), entertainment centre, TV's, DVD, VCR, stereos, exceptional bedroom set 6 pcs., vanity, compuer & desk, wrought iron kitchen set, oak table & chairs, coffee & end tables, several rugs, fish tank & acces., glass, china, collectables, complete kitchen contents, Whirlpool stove, Frigidaire fridge (2 door ice & water), stacking washer/dryer, air con., 2 fridges, bar stools, patio set, lights, misc. tools, 10" tables saw, 8 1/4" mitre saw etc., lawn- mower, ladder etc. Also collection of comic books & action figures, lighting, 2 older blanket boxes, mirrors, pictures. Note: This is a large Auction with only good quality attractive articles for sale. Terms Cash, Cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. (see: wwwtheauctionadvertiser.com) MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 SAT., NOV. 27 • 10:00 AM AUCTIONS SALE of SNOWMOBILES, ATV’s & EQUIPMENT selling at VANHAVEN SALES ARENA, 720 Davis Drive, Uxbridge . Take Durham 23 (Lakeridge Rd) north to Davis Drive West 2km or Hwy. 404 north to Davis Drive (Newmarket) east 24 km. Phil Faulkner Auctions Inc. 22 years in the Auction Profession 905-852-9631 • 905-715-6841 philfaulkner.the auctionadvertiser.com SNOWMOBILES :2001 Ski Doo MX2700, 2000 Polaris 800 XCR, 2000 Polaris 800 Touring, 1999 Polaris Sport 440, 1998 Ski Doo MXZ 440, 1996 Yamaha VMax 600, 1995 Polaris XLT Sport, 1996 Polaris Sport, 1992 Wildcat 700, 1990 Ski Doo Mach 1, etc. ATV’S :2004 Polaris Sportsman 600, 1999 Honda Sport 400, 2000 Polaris Magnum 325 4x4, Polaris 500 Big Boss front mount winch & dump box, John Deere 6x4 Gator front mount 4 way blade cab & dump box, 1983 Yamaha YT125, 1992 Suzuki LTF4WDX 4x4, 2001 Mango Dingo go car electric start, new mini bike chopper, etc. TRACTORS & EQUIPMENT : JD 4300 Hydrostat 4WD tractor front mount hyd. 4 way hyd.blade/separate snowblower attachment, 2000 Dodge cargo van, approx. 100,000 kms. E test/safety, 95 Ford F150 4x4 6 cyl. auto/ 7 1/2’ Arctic plow. Kubota FZ2100 4WD hydrostat front mount 4 way blade cab & dump box low hours, Mack Lander 24’ dual tandem 5th wheel trailer/Beavertail & ramps/self contained winch, new Jinma 205 4 WD tractor loader 20 hp, New Jinma 284 hp 4 WD tractor 28 hp, new Exmark Lazer Z 26 hp front mount mower deck, 2 new Coleman air compressors, 3 propane Salamander heaters, Volt Master 5000 watt gen set 9 hp, 2 new Volt Master 5500 wat gen sets, new Volt Master LR 3000 gen sets, 1988 double snowmobile trailer, etc. REC ROOM MEMORABILIA :Replica 1946 juke box (CD radio tape), cruise ship slot machines, tall oak captain bar stools (ex), traffic lights, gumball machine, old pair boxing gloves, 5 string banjo, diner stools, cast iron bar tables, sports memorabilia & prints, wagon wheel lantern lights, Sony projection big screen, concert stage lighting, big can lighting, pin spot lighting, fog machine, plus many other interesting items. Consignments still welcome. Terms: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Debit Sale subject to additions and deletions PREVIEW 8:00 am Sale Day AUCTIONEERS: PHIL FAULKNER &GARRY VANDERPOST AUCTION SALE SCUGOG COMMUNITY CENTRE 1655 REACH STREET, PORT PERRY MONDAY NIGHT NOV.29TH:VIEW 6PM.SALE 7:00 Truck load of Merchandise; Partial list; Electronics. 49CC gas scooters, pocket bikes, Halley bikes, dirt bikes, hand tools, air tools, air compressor, wrench sets, rotary tools & kits, gas blowers, laser levels, working bench, auto body kit, hammer drills, chain saw, drills, pli- ers, rotary drills & tools, axes etc. Feather bed duvets cov- ers & comforters, silver & gold jewelry & diamond rings, watches, wall & grandfather clocks, lamps, toaster ovens, Tiffany lamps, metal & wood furniture, hall tables, half moon tables, stands, wall scones, vanity desk, benches, swords, crystal figurine, chests, shadow boxes, fish bowls & vases & cabinets, wall carved mirrors, Muller 16pc. cook- ware, German knives, giftware, vacuums, cutlery, decora- tive & Group of Seven prints, Swarovski crystal, Chande- liers, Stemware, figurines, gold glasses, luggage, porcelain dolls 18" to 40". radio control cars & choppers, massagers, too many too list.Te r ms cash, Visa, MC. only. WWW.BARGAINBUYS.CA Sale by MARKHAM LIQUIDATORS & AUCTIONS (905)640-7201 Estate Auction Grist Mill Auction Centre Newtonville Friday, November 26th, 5 p.m. Selling the estate of Marion Barker of Port Hope and the contents of an Oshawa home: Duncan Phyfe-dining room furniture, corner cabinet, table and four chairs, 2 pc. chester- field, Burgundy tufted loveseat, bakers rack, gorgeous 3 pc. Ornate bedroom suite, single bed, chest of drawers, occasional tables, occa- sional chairs, small china cabinet, walnut bookcase, pine trunk, 2 door glass bookcase, kitchen cupboard, writing table, breakfast set, vacuum, china, Royal Ducal Dinnerware, cornflower, glass, hunter barker paintings, apt. freezer, 46" television, etc. etc. Note Auction starts at 5 p.m. Preview after 2 p.m. Check the website for updates and pictures Terms: Cash, Approved cheques, visa, m/c, interact AUCTIONEERS FRANK AND STEVE STAPLETON, NEWTONVILLE (905) 786-2244 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' TESS Tidd Estate Sales Service EXCELLENT AUCTION SALE Saturday, November 27th, 10 a.m. At Tidd's Auction House NOTE : A large selection of quality Tag Sale items will be available for purchase at the auction preview and day of sale. AUCTION PREVIEW - Friday, November 26th, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. / Sat. 9 a.m. Dir: Exit 401 at Hwy#45 Cobourg. Go south to 6th set of lights (King St/Hwy #2). Turn left. Fol- low for approx. 6 kms. Watch for signs. FUR- NITURE:Tables, sideboards, (3) washstands, dressers and chests of drawers, pine blanket boxes, dumbwaiter, love seats, quality white wicker set, rocking chair, side chairs, book- shelves, table lamps, plus several pictures and prints, plus (2) Rare oils signed R. William James - (Cobourg Harbour - 1834) & ("Passat" Finlander), etc. GLASS AND CHINA:In this amazing selection of glass, china, figurines, etc. to include Approx (50) Hummel Figurines, Royal Copenhagen, Royal Doulton "Ballad Seller" HN2266, Royal Crown Derby, (63) pce. Nippon Tea set, (77) pce. Wedgwood "Wellesley" china, (10) Noritake - Ireland - "Carrie" plates, Cornflower crystal, silver over- lay, Depression glass, "RumRill" vases, Cope- land, Limoges, Spode, Wedgwood, Noritake, Aynsley, Carnival glass, cut crystal, plus so much more! This is a large sale with so many unique and collectible items!!! FOR FULL LISTING go to www.theauctionfever.com Terms - Cash, Visa, M.C., Interac, cheque w/proper I.D. Lunch avail. Auctioneer - Patricia Tidd. TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE PATRICIA TIDD 1-877-863-2477 - 1-905-372-2994 Specializing in antique & estate auction sales CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Saturday Dec 4th at 10:30 a.m. 3 miles East of Little Britain on City of Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 This is the third catalogue Auction of approximately 350 items. The property of Jack Bunker of Lindsay. Antique books: County of York, Ontario - The Cana- dian Album Men of Canada, Canada's Patriot States- man, Vernon's City of London - Hamilton and City of Oshawa Directories, The Romance of the CNE, Through the Flames & Beyond - The Life and Career of the Right Hon. Sir John A. MacDonald - Ballads of A Cheechako plus others. Bottles: Lindsay Soda Wa- ter Works, Marble's Dairy, Lakeside Dairy - etc. Chi- na: Handless cup & saucer - Limoges sugar bowl, block ornaments, etc. Colored Glass: Thousand Eye Plate, Blue Cruet with applied handle, Bride's basket, Amber & Blue pickle castor - Hobnail Open Salts, Carnival dish & bowl, Depression glass etc., Fruit Jars: The Rose, Burlington, Anchor, Beehive, Ameri- can Porcelain, Wadbury etc., Furniture: Curio Cabi- nets, 1/2 moon table, IRON: Buggy Wrench, Hanging lamp hooks, shoe shine stand on horse base, Flag holder, Door latches, etc., Ironstone: sugar bowl, soap dish etc., Lamps: Amber Hobnail lamp front, Cran- berry swirl hall lamp, Beaver & Maple leaf lamp font Pictures: Lithograph, water colours, etc. Pottery: Mo- cha Ware Open Salt, Fruit Filler Pressed Glass: Com- potes, match holder, platter, goblets, cruet stand, cake stands, etc. Shades: Aladdin lamp shades, 2 Quetzal shades (signed), painted hanging glass shades, white gloss slant shade etc., Tins: squirrel Brand Peanut Butter, Pall Mall famous Cigarettes, Kellogg's Asth- ma Relief Toronto etc., This is a partial listing only. Jack was an avid collector & purchased articles in the 60's & early 70's in the Markham, Stouffville & Ux- bridge areas. An auction well worth attending. Don & Greg Corneil, Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 for complete catalogue listing go to: or www.corneil@theauctionadvertiser.com Auction Sale Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn Hay- don ON Sat Nov 27 @ 5 pm open @ 4pm Ent. unit/glass doors, Sofa, White wicker, Bunk beds, Press back chairs/table, Group of Seven prints, Gift items, Glass & china, Tools etc.Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS At Malcolm Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Road 1/2 Mile South of Blackstock NEW WINTER TIME ★Sat., Nov. 27, 2004 @ 10:30 a.m.★ Viewing Fri. Nov. 26, 1 - 7 p.m. Round Table & 4 Chairs, Fridge, Old Press Back Chair, Floor Model Sewing Machine, Electric Organ, Old Blanket Chest, Collection of Beanie Babies, Tin Machinery Seat, Collection of Old Oil Cans, Horse-Drawn Gang Plow, Old Radios, Old Scrub Board, Old Wooden Wagon Wheel, Old Platform Scales, New Stain Glass Inserts, Glass Door Inserts, Electric Tile Cutter, Old LP Records, Good China Dishes. BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS 705-328-2185 or www.theauctionfever.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Nov. 26th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 Very large collection of Marbles, Victorian settee, walnut buffet, 9pc. oak dining room suite, glass top table & chairs, wicker fern stand, 2 pine gun cabinets, round oak table & 4 chairs, drafting board, coffee & end tables, round oak pedestal table, new oak drop front china cabinet secretary (needs finishing), Ches- terfield & chair, parlour chairs, 4pc mahogany settee frames, futon, modern dressers & chests of drawers, antique dressers, Kelvinator & Woods apartment size freezer, Frigidaire stacking washer & dryer, Hugh C. Graham Fenelon Falls milk bottles, 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 Auction Sale. Haydon Auction Barn Sunday Nov 28 @ Noon Viewing from 11 am. List and description avail- able at auction and at www.theauctionfever.com Top quality collectible coin and currency auction of over 150 lots from a private estate, include: Unc. Can. silver dollars, Proof & proof-like sets, Can bills (1937,1954,1967), 1923 Can .25 bill, 1948 Can.silver dollar(mint), Can. silver .50(1898,1946,1947,48,49,50), 1927 GR. Brit. Gold sove- reign, USA silver dollar (1883(o),1904,1921,1922), 1945 Can silver dollar (unc), USA prestige silver proof sets(1983,84,86), 1969 Bahamas specimen note set, Japan 1970 set, 1853 Gr Brit. Penny 1750 half penny, Medallions, Nfld. coins, Large cents, Cal. Gold, Books of coins, N.S.1 cent (1861,62)Mint), 1843,44 Gr. Brit half-farthings, 1993 Can. $10 gold.Te rms: Cash, Interac, Cheque I/D Note: 4 % Buyer’s Premium Visa, M/C. From 401 ext. 431 at Bowmanville, north 8 mi. on Hwy 57 to Concession Rd 8, turn east at the fire hall to Haydon. Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 WEDNESDAY,DECEMBER 1st: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables for a Uxbridge home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Chesterfield and loveseat, kitchen suite, bedroom suite, TV, VCR, chests, prints, lamps, quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting items.Terms: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 R E B U I L DREBUILD YO U RYOUR C R E D I TCREDIT M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E RMENZIES C H R Y S L E RMENZIES CHRYSLER Bank says ...“NO” Dave says ... “YES No Credit, Bad Credit, “NO PROBLEM” Phone DAVE Today DRIVE AWAY TODAY Cell:905-409-7878 Toll Free: 1-888-269-1687 www.ezautoloan.net Friends and relatives of MILDRED McTA GGART are invited to an OPEN HOUSE in honour of her 90th BIRTHDAY Sat. Nov. 27th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Greenwood United Church Greenwood, Ont. Best Wishes Only! CHRISTMAS TREES Cut your own $25 ANY SIZE tax incl. Fresh cut trees $10 & up tax incl. TREE STANDS & BAGS AVAILABLE • FREE CANDY CANES FOR KIDS WATSON TREE FARMS (905) 263-8858 WHITBY - Thickson Rd. Exit off 401, North 8 km to Conlin Rd. then East 1.5 km OR 3 km West of Durham College. Free Tree Shaking & Baling. OPEN DAILY : Mon. - Sat. 9am - 6pm; Sun. 9am - 5pm BOWMANVILLE - Waverley Rd., Exit off 401, North 18 km on Durham 57 Free Tree Baling. Free Hot Chocolate. OPEN FRI., SAT., & SUN: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cut Your Own or PreCut Spruce, Pine & Fir 2001 OLDS ALERO GL,auto, 3.4L, 6 cyl, air, 4dr, silver ext w/pewter int., p.sunroof, mirrors, windows, locks & drivers seat, Al- loy wheels, tinted glass, fog lamps, am/fm w/CD, 140,000 hwy. kms. $9500. certified. 905-809-4166. 2002 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX loaded, 3.4 v-6, front wd, traction control, 4 dr. 7 pass., leather, tilt, dual p/s, p/l, pw, mirrors, keyless entry, rear parking assist., cas- sette, cd, on-star, 46,500 kil., $19,500. Call (905) 571-3679, (905) 439-1742 2002 SUNFIRE.Extended warranty, black exterior, grey interior, 56,400km, 4cyl, auto, trac- tion, A/C, P/L with remote, AM/FM/CD, spoiler. $10,500 OBO. Peter (905)626-6104 75 BMW 2002 ($3,500), BMW Ba- varia ($1,800). Call (905) 841- 1041. BAD CREDIT? No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! Call now! 905-686- 2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE (905) 767-0951 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED $ $ $ $ CARS & TRUCKS Any condition. Free towing, fast friendly service. Call (905)550-1214 or 905-767-0564 24 hours/7 days. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $$$$ A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- 4609 or (416)286-6156. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days (905)686-1899. CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES SCRAP cars wanted, pay cash, free pick up, Ron 905-424-3508 or Leo 905-426-0357 1949 FORD PICKUP, all original truck, Great restoration project. $2500 obo. 905-723-4136. 1986 CHEV S-10 4X4 runs good great shape $3800. 905-430-8608. 1989 CHEVY HALF TON TRUCK, V8, utility box, needs work, runs, best offer. Call Jane 905-668- 8558. 1987 FORD F150 XLT,8 cyl., au- to, 4 x 4, remote start. Box liner, fresh paint. ATV ramps, Excellent condition. Lots of new parts (bills to show). Had No holes. E-tested and certified. $4,995 obo. or will trade for ATV or snowmobile of equal value. (705) 328-0402. 1996 FORD F150,A-1 condition. certified & e-tested, $5,900 (905)686-1677 or (647)223-8651 1993 AEROSTAR,4WD fully load- ed, & yes only 115k $2999. 1996 Ford F-150 $3999. 1991 Eagle Talon $2295. Others from $1699 & up. Certified & e-tested (Kelly & Sons since 1976). (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002 2002 GRAND CARAVAN Sport, white, 6 cyl., 3.3L, p.w., p.l., air, auto, quad seating, am/fm cas- sette/CD, tinted windows, roof rack, excellent condition, 110,000kms. Asking $12,900. Contact the O.C.A. (905)831-1757 FORD EXPEDITION, 4x4, Ed- die Bauer, loaded, leather, TV/VCR, 5.4L. Mint condition, with warranty. $23,500. Whitby, call 416-568-0600. FRIENDS and lovers dating ser- vice! Now with chat line! Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 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Vange 416-417-5087 416-724-0942 PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE FREE ESTIMATES A/P PAGE B8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 24, 2004 www.durhamregion.com 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 Remembering Our Loved Ones In C h r i s t m a s C h r i s t m a s C h r i s t m a s T r i b u t e s T r i b u t e s T r i b u t e s N o w Now P u b l i sh in g Publishing o n on S un d a y Sunday D ec . 1 9 , 2 0 0 4 Dec. 19, 2004 D i d Y ou K n o w ... Did You Know... that if you place your Christmas Tribute with a colour (or black & white) photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website For further information please call our Classified Sales Representative 905-683-0707 Tor. 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COME & WORSHIP Special Christmas Worship Sections will publish Friday December 17 and Wednesday December 22 To advertise Your Church Services Call Janice Samoyloff at (905)683-0707, Or fax your information to 905-579-4218 email: jsam@durhamregion.com Oshawa Civic Auditorium Spring Home Show March 2005 Cal Devon to book your space 905-579-4473 ext. 2236 DECK YOUR HALLS 31 st ANNUAL Christmas Bazaar & Craft Show Saturday November 27th, 10:00 am ~ 3:00pm Christmas Crafts, Gingerbread Table, Hot Lunches, Poinsettias Silent Auction, Grampa's Garage Country Store and much more Dunbarton - Fairport United Church 1066 Dunbarton Road, Pickering (Hwy #2 & Dixie Road) (905) 839-7271 Free Admission PILKEY, Shirley In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who passed away November 25th, 2003 Our lives go on without you, And nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name The special times will not return When we were all together But with the love that's in our hearts You will walk with us forever Love your family Christmas Craft & Collectible Show VENDORS WANTED Kingsway College, Oshawa Sunday, November 28, 2004 10am - 4 p.m. Please call Lisa (905)426-4676 ext.227 lmatthews@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, November 24, 2004, PAGE B9 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com REAL ESTATEGARAGE DOORS LAWYER RETIREMENT LIVING Visit us at: WWW.GSLWEBDESIGN.COM 534 Rodd Avenue, Pickering (905) 509-2582 “Retirement Living In A Natural Country Setting” Full Service Law Firm Specializin g i n : Residential Real Estate, Family Law M a t t e r s & Criminal Law Matters 467 WESTNEY RD. 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Te l: (905) 428-8888•Fax: (905)428-8904 MON, TUES, THURS, FRI.....7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. WED...........................................7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. SAT..............................................8 a.m. - 2p.m. Bath Solutions Plus Put a New Tub Over Your Old Tub! Complete Bathroom Renovations Toll Free: 1-877-654-2364 • Acrylic Bathtub Liners • Custom Low-Cost Wall Surrounds • Written Warranty - Fast Turnaround • Great Customer Service, Always! Email: Info@bathsolutionsplus.com www.bathsolutionsplus.com Fall Special Save $100 WITH THIS COUPON! *Limited Time Offer MORTGAGES Office: 905 686 9921 Fax: 905 427 8451 Pager: 1 800 560 1593 Email: ida.pontieri@td.com www.tdcanadatrust.com/msf/idapontieri Is it TIME... IDA PONTIERI Manager, Residential Mortgages Canada Trust • to buy a new home? • to renew your mortgage? • to use your home equity? • to do some renovating ? I’ll show you how our great mortgage rates, flexible options and personal service can make your mortgage shopping that much easier. WINTER IS COMING!! GET YOUR CAR SERVICED BY THE LOCAL PROFESSIONALS WINTER IS COMING!! GET YOUR CAR SERVICED BY THE LOCAL PROFESSIONALS LEARN TO SKATE Parents & Tots (2 - 5 yrs.) Preschool (2 - 5 yrs.) Learn to Skate (4 - 16 yrs.) Learn to Figure Skate (Recreational) Hockey Skating Skills • Adult Learn to Skate EDGES LEARN TO SKATE Coaching Committed to Excellence SERVING DURHAM FOR THE PAST 8 YEARS 4 locations - Pickering, Ajax, Whitby & Brooklin www.edgeslearntoskate.com • 905-831-1271 10 week programs starting Jan. 2005 DEATHS Don’t Forget Our Classified Deadlines: Tues. 2:30 p.m. Wed. paper Thurs. 2:30 p.m. for Fri. paper Fri. 2:30 p.m. for Sun. paper To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 905-683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. 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-CONTINUED- HAYES, Daphne Yvonne.Wife of the late Rothwell "Ron " Hayes, released from pain and discomfort, passing peacefully away on Friday November 19th, 2004 with daughter Susan (Peter), sons Peter (Sharon) and Paul (Ellen) at her side. She was born in Rangoon, Burma, to Noreen Shelagh Sullivan and James Milton Daly, and is survived by her brother Denis (Trudie), brother-in-law Roy (Chris), and sisters-in-law Betty (Bill) and Peggy all of the UK. Daphne's loving warmth, compassion and hu- mour will be missed by those she touched espe- cially grandchildren Carole, Stephen, Claire, Alison, Karen, Justin (Holly), Ryan (Robin), Rhonda (Dave), and Mark. The family extends gratitude to Dr. Stas, doctors and nursing staff of the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax, for their professionalism, compassion and care. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 10:30 to 1:00 on Thursday, November 25, 2004. Fu- neral service will follow in Chapel at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Arthritis Society, or to Daphne's favorite charitable organizations, The Leprosy Society, The Salvation Army, or World Vision would be greatly appreciated. IANNARILLI, Elsie Ivy (nee Thrussell) Peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday November 21, 2004. Elsie, beloved wife of the late Sam. Lov- ing mother to Loretta, James, Ron, Marlene and Ri- ta. Predeceased by her son Vincent and daughter Mary Jane. Elsie will be sadly missed by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Friends and family may visit at THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering (south of 401) 905-686-5589 after 1 p.m. Saturday November 27, 2004. A memorial service to cele- brate Elsie's life will be held at 1:30 p.m Special thanks to all the staff at Village Retirement Centre. As expressions of sympathy donations to your favorite charity would be appreciated. Richardson, Alonzo Benedict (Bud) (Flying Offi- cer, RCAF WWII) Passed away peacefully in the Lord in Ajax, ON on Saturday November 20, 2004 in his 92nd year. Born in Atholville, NB on August 21st, 1913. Bud was predeceased by his parents George Ambrose Richardson and Margaret Eleanor (Nellie) Butler of Atholville, NB, four brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his cherished wife of 58 years, Elizabeth Anne MacDonald; his sister Margaret Ward of Moncton, NB; his three children, Betty Ann Campbell (William), of Ajax, ON, Kenneth (Margaret Trites) of Ottawa, ON, and Eleanor John- son (Graham) of Phoenix, AZ, and his seven Grand- children, Catherine Anderson (Derek), Sarah Trend (Clifford), Jonathan Richardson, Matthew Johnson, Colin Johnson, Elizabeth Johnson and Peter John- son. Bud worked in the Restigouche Pulp and Paper Company pulp mill prior to joining the RCAF in 1940. He was posted to Gander NFLD for a short time and in 1941 he went overseas. Bud enlisted as an airman 2nd Class and rose in the ranks to a Flight Sergeant before being commissioned as a Pi- lot Officer in 1943 and later a Flying Officer. In Eng- land, Bud's organizational abilities were noticed quickly, and he was made Transport Officer, first for one RCAF station, and later he was promoted to Tr ansport Officer for 6 Group RCAF with 13 stations reporting to him. Following the war, he returned to Canada and was discharged with the Defence Med- al and CVSM and Clasp. Upon his return to civilian life, Bud rejoined Restigouche Pulp and Paper (later Fr aser Companies Ltd.,) and worked in various ca- pacities at the mill in Atholville, NB. Following re- tirement in 1976 and 2 heart attacks in 1977, he and his wife Elizabeth, moved to Ajax, ON to be near their children, and to begin another chapter in their lives. In Ajax, he became active in the Ajax Seniors Citizen's Club and was elected president for a num- ber of years. He led their fundraising efforts which led to the construction of the Senior Citizen's Centre in Ajax. At the same time, he was editor of the Club's newsletter, "The Tattletales". Bud's public life was balanced by a deep personal faith which was reflected in his great patience and most happy demeanour. His trademark of happy whistling will be missed by his family and all who knew him. Fr iends will be received at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428- 9090) on Tuesday November 23rd, 2004 from 6-9 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bernadette's Church (21 Bayly Street East, Ajax) on Wednes- day November 24th, 2004 at 11 am. In lieu of flow- ers, donations to the Rouge Valley Health Centre Ajax Site, would be appreciated. SWAILES, Lucille (Lucy) On November 23, 2004. Lucille, loving wife of the late Lawrence. Lucille was a devoted mother who unconditionally loved her children, Marian (Bob McKay), John, Paul, (Sheila), Elaine (Dave), Janet (Eric Thom), James (Maria), and Suzanne (Peter Berlino). Lucille will be joining her daughters the late Linda and Teresa. Cher- ished Gramma Lucy of Laurene, Jessica, Ryan, Ke- vin, Karen, Lawrence, Katy, Caitlin, Christina, Melin- da, Heather, Timothy, Michael, Shannon, Laura, Daniel and Nicholas. Adored Great Grandmother of Jacob, Kaylee, Zachary, Brendan and David. Fr iends will be received at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428- 9090) on Thursday November 25th, 2004 from 2-4 and 6-9 pm. Mass of the resurrection will be held on Friday November 26th, 2004 at 11 am. Lucille was loved by all, and will be deeply missed by those who's lives she touched A/P PA GE B10 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆NOVEMBER 24, 2004 The following establishment has applied to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario for a liquor licence under the Liquor Licence Act: Application for Additional Facilities Dead Heat 1211 Kingston Road, Building A Unit 5 & 6, Pickering (indoor area) Any resident of the municipality may make a written submission as to whether the issuance of the licence is in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents. Submissions must be received no later than December 19, 2004. Please include your name, address and telephone number. If petition is submitted to the Commission, please identify the designated contact person. Note: The AGCO gives the applicant copies of any objections. Anonymous objections are not considered. The personal information gathered is collected under the authority of the Liquor Licence Act.The principal purpose of the collection is to assess eligibility for the issuance of a liquor sales licence. Copies of all objections are given to the applicant. The information may also be disclosed pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Manager, Licensing and Registration, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario at the address, telephone numbers or e-mail address listed below. Submissions to be sent to: Licensing and Registration, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, 20 Dundas Street West, 7th Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2N6. Tel: 416-326-8700 OR Toll-free in Ontario: 1-800-522-2876. Fax: 416-326-5555. E-mail: licensing@agco.on.ca Notice of Liquor Licence Application An award- winning news team Recipients of 39 provincial, national and Nor th American awards for editorial excellence in 2004 NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group infodurhamregion.com NEWS A DVERTISER By Erin Fairweather Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM – Fulfilling the dreams that we cherish is the theme of author Susan V. Bosak’s new book “Dream,” published by TCP Press of Stouffville. Bosak kicked off her 200- city North American tour in Ajax recently and then vis- ited Oshawa where she read from her book and opened the Dream Chest. Children and parents who attended the reading were invited to share their dreams by writing them down and putting them into the Dream Chest, which will travel with Bosak on the tour. In each city, par- ticipants will be able to read the dreams of others when they share some of their own. Bosak hopes that this will inspire people to realize how important our dreams are to us all. The book tells of how experiences from infancy to adulthood go into the creation and fulfillment of our dreams, and features artwork from 15 award- winning illustrators from around the world. Although the story is aimed at chil- dren, scattered throughout the book are brief quota- tions from famous achiev- ers, including philosopher Frederich Neitzsche, and Sir Edmund Hillary, who climbed Mt. Everest, so that the book contains additional meaning for adult readers. “We picked a children’s picture book format to communicate all of these big ideas about hopes and dreams and humanity. It’s a very simple book with a lot of layers to it,” the author said. Bosak hopes that the book will appeal to adult readers as well as children. “This is a book that makes kids think, that encourages discussion between parents and grandparents and chil- dren. It gets people talking about things they might not otherwise talk about,” Ms. Bosak said. After the reading, 10- year-old Quinn French of Cambridge said he liked the book, and contributed his own dream to the Dream Chest. Dream along with author