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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2004_11_26Residents want more details on proposal By Danielle Milley Staff Writer CLAREMONT — Residents at an open house in Claremont Tues- day evening sent a clear message to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority — they don’t want an airport in their backyard. More than 200 people packed the room at the Claremont Com- munity Centre for the presentation by Steve Shaw, the GTAA’s vice- president of corporate affairs and communication, who was inter- rupted by the occasional question and outburst. The flood of questions and com- ments from the standing-room- only crowd could not be contained, forcing Mr. Shaw to rush through the end of his presentation. Michael Robertson wanted to know if there was a contingen- cy plan if the airport doesn’t go ahead. “All these plans are all well and good but you know plans for a wedding aren’t very good if you don’t want to get married,” he said. “In the event that we don’t get married, what sort of contingency is there if we back out of this?” The comments received a rau- cous reaction from the crowd, which clapped and shouted in agreement. Mr. Robertson has lived in his home on Concession 7, which is located on the proposed airport site, for 33 years. He was already renting it when the federal govern- ment expropriated the land north of Hwy. 7, west of Brock Road and south of the Uxbridge Pickering To w nline in Pickering in 1972 for a proposed international airport. Not only is he concerned about losing his home and business, but Mr. Roberston said he is con- cerned about the effect an airport would have on the abundance of wildlife in the area, especially the birds. Post-secondary review panel hears concerns By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Michelle Pashko is getting some 90s in her first year at Durham College, but says she’ll have to drop out if she doesn’t receive student assistance in six months. The single mother of two from Port Perry says her application for Ontario Student Assistance Pro- gram (OSAP) funding is under re- view. If the money doesn’t come, she’ll have to go back to work. “If something in your life causes a bad credit rating, like a divorce, OSAP wants nothing to do with you,” Ms. Pashko says in an inter- view. At a public meeting at Durham College Thursday, several students told former premier Bob Rae that post-secondary education is too expensive for them, and that stu- dent assistance needs an overhaul. The former premier was there as part of his review of Ontario’s post- secondary education system. The Students tell Rae: show us some money OLYMPIC DREAMS A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Canadian Olympian Anne Ottenbrite visited with students at Maple Ridge Public School, bringing along a surprise — her gold, silver and bronze medals from the 1984 Games. Getting a close look at the medals were, from left, Mitchell Conroy, Mallory Hlady, Stephanie Timpano, and Meghan To- swell. Ms. Ottenbrite is a coach with the Pickering Swim Club. Claremont airport crowd voices concerns The Pickering 40 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,600 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 B R U C E B I S S E L L 201 Bayly St. W., Ajax, Ontario: (between Westney and Harwood) BB U I C K P O N T I A C L T D . 683-6561 www.bissellbuick.com Hot Button event on most 2004/2005 vehicles. See us for details. You Could WIN Your Vehicle $10,000$10,000 or up to off your puchase/lease You could WIN the All New G6 shown here. You Could WIN Your Vehicle Hot Button event on most 2004/2005 vehicles. 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For information call the manufacturer at: 1-800-321-9236 We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. The GTAA is holding a series of open houses to present its draft plan for the proposed regional re- liever airport. The plan, which the organization has been working on for three years, was released Nov. 17. The plan proposes that a two- runway general aviation airport be built no sooner than 2012 in the east side of the federal lands. It would replace the privately- owned Buttonville, Markham and Oshawa airports. A third runway would be added by 2032 to handle spillover from Pearson, with the facility then handling as many as 11.9 million passengers a year. The total cost of the project is expected to be more than $2 billion. Stephen Frederick, head of Vot- ers Organized to Cancel the Air- port Lands (VOCAL), took issue with the idea of building an airport that wouldn’t be profitable for 20 years. “How can we justify kicking people off the land 30 years ago... so a very small percentage of the population can enjoy a Cessna air- port?” he said. Mr. Shaw said the GTAA would be financially and fiscally respon- sible and build based on demand. Lorne Almack was part of the People Over Planes group that fought the international airport proposal in the 1970s. He is now a member of the Green Door Alli- ance, which replaced the POP. He spoke about how the GTAA should be accountable to the air- lines and to passengers in Canada who have seen fees rise at Pearson over the past decade. “What kind of crocodile eating machine is this?” he asked. “Why don’t you slow down until you know what you’re doing?” His comments were followed by a standing ovation by nearly the entire crowd. Following the public meetings an environmental assessment is to be conducted, which is to take between two and three years. The federal government has final ap- proval on if and when an airport would be built. “The government of the day will make a decision at the end of the day whether there is an airport built on the Pickering lands,” Mr. Shaw said. Upcoming meetings include Nov. 29 at the Pickering Recreation Complex, Dec. 1 in Ajax and Dec. 2 in Oshawa. ✦ Claremont from page 1 Claremont resident wants GTAA to slow down on airport planning Each has different take on what it will mean to members By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — The vote may still be out on whether transit will be amalgamated, but the unions in- volved are already thinking about the effects on employees and contracts. The biggest obstacle is the forming of a new union, said Brian Steeves, vice chairman for Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) Local 222, which represents around 115 employees at Oshawa Transit Commission. “We have a lot of problems with that,” he said. “We made it very clear to the Region when they were doing the study.” Because the transfer of transit to the Region would be consid- ered a sale of business, a brand new union would have to be cre- ated — and that means a new contract. But Oshawa’s current contract has successor rights, Mr. Steeves said. That means whoever takes over their business has to keep CAW as the union, the employees and the contract. “That was very important to us because we knew we were going down the road of regional transit way back then,” he said, adding the clause has been in place for the past 10 years. But another union says the CAW is wrong. “They legally can’t do that,” said Linda Newman, national repre- sentative for the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 12901, which represents around 110 Ajax-Pickering Tran- sit Authority (APTA) employees. ‘It’s fine for union executive people who like to take positions. But I’ll cut to the chase here: I really believe in letting the workers decide.’ Larry McDonald “They may try to hold the pro- cess hostage... (but) they can’t mandate the Region to accept their collective agreement.” The head of Teamsters Local 938 agreed. “It’s fine for union executive people who like to take positions,” said Larry McDonald, president of the local that represents about 14 Handi Transit drivers and me- chanics. “But I’ll cut to the chase here: I really believe in letting the workers decide.” Whitby has an even more difficult situation, as the Town contracts out services to a pri- vate company, Trentway-Wagar/ Coach Canada, said Tim Thomp- son, unit chair for CAW Local 222 (separate contract). What all sides agree on is the process. If amalgamating transit is a bill of sale, an application will be made to Ontario Labour Rela- tions Board. What normally hap- pens is all employees will vote on which union will represent them, Mr. McDonald said. “That’s the legal and demo- cratic practice,” he said. “You can have your opinions, but that’s the law.” Whichever union wins the cam- paign, their contract will be used, Ms. Newman said. All competition aside, the goal is to secure the best contract and to ensure all employees are looked after, said Keith Sandford, president of the APTA local. And to finally bring quality, in- expensive, Toronto Transit Com- mission-like service to Durham, said Mr. Thompson. “The councils of all the munici- palities have to get together and put their differences aside,” he said. “They have to put their politics aside and work on the benefits (of amalgamated transit) to the residents of this region.” pickeringtowncentre.com Hope Bear Just redeem your receipts at the Guest Services kiosk, where you’ll receive your Hope Bear upon making your $5.00 donation. 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Durham sets six-per cent tax hike guideline AJAX — The Canadian Cancer So- ciety’s Durham Region Unit is inviting guests to its Mistletoe Magic event. The night includes a four-course meal, holiday cheer, entertainment and an auction. Tickets are $60 and a tax receipt is issued for $20. The event is Thursday, Dec. 2 at the new Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Fa- cility in Ajax. For information or to reserve a seat, call 1-800-668-7830 or 905-430-5770. Join Durham Cancer Society office for mistletoe magic Ontario government earlier this year appointed Mr. Rae to lead the review, focusing on the system’s design and funding. Mr. Rae is holding 17 public meetings across the province to gather input as he forms recommendations for the government. Also at- tending the Oshawa meet- ing were two members of his advisory panel, Don Drum- mond and Inez Elliston. Ms. Pashko said OSAP “doesn’t consider the face of the new family. “People in my position, what do we choose, our chil- dren or our education?” On top of having to pay for tuition, DC student Melanie Barnett told Mr. Rae people with learning difficulties can’t afford the specialized equipment they require to succeed in school. The Os- hawa resident has a speech disorder. “The government is not providing funding for the people with special needs,” she said. “I think the point you’re making is a very good one,” Mr. Rae responded. “The sys- tem is not responding well enough to the people that need particular attention.” Mr. Rae noted the “many different interests and con- cerns” expressed at the meet- ing. Speakers called for equal accessibility to college and university after high school, a separate stream of higher ed- ucation for those in appren- ticeships, and even higher taxes, with funds dedicated to colleges and universities to improve quality. “I think funding issues are a key thread,” Mr. Rae said, of commonalities at the public meetings. “I think there are other critical issues as well.” He said “there are some important lessons to be learned” from Durham Col- lege and the University of Ontario Institute of Technol- ogy. “This place supports a commitment to access and a commitment to quality,” Mr. Rae said. He said he is on track to deliver his recom- mendations to the govern- ment by the end of January. Mr. Rae told the audience that even getting to “reason- able levels of funding” would require a large increase in government spending. Yet other priorities, he added, most notably health care, also beckon. “We have a job to do to try and persuade the govern- ment that this is a priority,” Mr. Rae said. He said he was “confident,” but then changed the word to “comfortable,” that next spring’s Ontario budget will include more money for col- leges and universities. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 PAGE 5 P The Honourable Dalton McGuinty Premier of Ontario Room 281 Main Legislative Building Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A1 Dear Premier McGuinty Bombardier’s new C-Series of jets will create thousands of jobs and increase the province’s tax base. Large industrial employers with good paying jobs help keep taxes from rising and support thousands of working families. In addition, those jobs support spin off work in shops and services in our communities. The aerospace industry in Ontario employs 23,000 people in more than 350 companies located across the province. The members of CAW Locals 112 and 673 want Bombardier to bring to Ontario the final assembly work of the C-Series of jets and the 2,500 additional direct jobs that work will create. With 75 years of aerospace manufacturing excellence, the workers at Bombardier/de Havilland in Toronto continue to produce leading edge aircraft for the world. The Beaver, Twin Otter, Buffalo, Dash 7, Dash 8 and Global Express aircraft define Canada’s place in the world wide aerospace industry. Bombardier will soon decide where it will assemble the C-Series of jets. Our province and the City of Toronto cannot afford to let this opportunity pass us by. Premier, please ensure your government does all it can to bring final assembly work on the C-Series of jets to Toronto. Together, we can - CONTINUE THE ASCENT! Please contact your MPP today. For further information visit www.caw112.on.ca. Write us a LETTER We w elcome let- ters that include name, city of resi- dence and phone numbers for verification. 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Rae feels ‘comfortable’ that Liberals will offer more post-secondary funds ✦ Rae from page 1 P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Pickering business ties run deep The stars were out earlier this month, as members of the business community honoured their best. The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade held its 10th an- nual Business Excellence Awards, making winners out of three local enterprises from a deep pool of nominees. The board also delivered its first ever Business Person of the Year Award, which went to Stephen Barry of Sure-Fit in Ajax. The awards, which saw Pickering Photo, Metal Form Prod- ucts and Veridian Corporation join Mr. Barry in the spotlight, underscored the important role our local businesses play in our daily lives. They are leaders not only here in Pickering, but provincially, nationally, and internationally as well. They provide our jobs, our sources for shopping, and yes, even a boost to our tax base. They fix our homes, repair our cars and keep us fed. They sponsor our sports teams, donate to charitable causes and support those in need in many other ways. Our business community is deeply entrenched in our daily lives. If there were any constants among the award winners, it was that all stressed they attributed their success in great part to a strong staff. Which brings us back again to the role these businesses play. They provide the jobs that provide the dollars that are invested in the community. With Durham projected to be on its way to massive growth in the coming 20 years or so, a solid business base that allows people to live and work in their community is a must. That means less congestion on the roads, more dollars staying here and ultimately, more jobs. Small businesses, which are considered organizations with fewer than 100 employees, are nearly 98 per cent of all busi- nesses across the country, reports Industry Canada. About 80 per cent of those have fewer than five people on staff. We can’t forget its our small businesses that provide the fuel for our economic engine. Wind power is a realistic alternative To the editor: I recently returned from a trip to Denmark to produce a doc- umentary for CBC about energy. Today Denmark produces 25 per cent of its electricity using wind turbines. By 2020, it hopes to be producing 50 per cent. As Torben Madse, of Vestas Wind Systems stated, “where we have the best success with wind turbines is not necessarily where we find the best wind. It is where we have the political will.” When the Pickering airport reared it ugly head again with protests against the Greater Toronto Airports Authority’s proposal for an airport on the federal lands, it occurred to me that rather than destroying this rich farm land, owned by the people of Canada, it should be turned into a wind farm to pro- duce clean energy. The class ‘A’ farmland could still be farmed, while the turbines contributed power to the grid. For $1 billion, the estimated amount OPG is spending to refurbish a 500 megawatt reactor at Pickering, 200 wind tur- bines could be installed on the federal land and produce 550 megawatts of renewable energy. The project would also create jobs. The 200 tonne metal towers that they sit on, could be fab- ricated locally. Like in Denmark, it might also attract tourists. Wo uldn’t it be a better idea to farm the land and produce clean energy, than paving it over for an airport, and destroy the small historic villages that surround it? A wind farm on our federal lands would benefit everyone. All we need is the political will. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspa- per contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. Proportional representation a better reflection of what voters really want D alton McGuinty announced last week that an assembly of citi- zens will be given the authority to re-examine our province’s first-past- the-post electoral system, and recom- mend alternatives. All I can say is, it’s about time. When I cast my ballot in last year’s provincial election, I did something I suspect is all too common. Instead of voting for the party I felt would do the best job, I put my support behind the lesser of two evils so as not to “waste” my vote. I have heard this called “strategic voting,” but I prefer to call it the result of an archaic and ineffective demo- cratic system. Ontario favours using the first-past- the-post method, which awards a seat to the party that wins the most votes in each riding, and essentially ignores the total number of votes obtained prov- incewide. Idealists love to say that every vote counts, but in this case it’s only true if there are no more than two candidates in the running. As soon as a third, fourth or fifth option is added to the mix, things start to go downhill. It’s simple math. If there are three options, a candidate needs only 34 per cent of the overall vote to win, because the opposition is split in two. That leaves 66 per cent of voters dissatisfied with the outcome. If the system were actually demo- cratic, the Liberals, who won about 46 per cent of the provincial vote last year, would have claimed 46 per cent of seats in the legislature. That works out to 47 seats, not the 71 they currently hold. On a federal level, the much-ignored Green Party, which won 4 per cent of votes nation-wide in last summer’s election, would have claimed 12 seats, instead of zero. The only way to truly reflect the voter mentality is to switch to the propor- tional representation method, which makes the popular vote directly pro- portional to the number of seats won. Let’s hope this group of citizens rec- ognizes the flaws in our system, and pushes our provincial government to- ward a system in which every vote re- ally does count. Reporter Jillian Follert’s column appears every other Friday. E-mail jfollert@durhamregion.com. We can make every vote count Jillian Follert staff writer EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 PAGE 7 P spruce up your home FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Large Rustic Dining Table & 6 chairs Only LOTS OF GIFT IDEAS FOR THE HOME!!!! 1020 Brock Rd. 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Export Development Canada Award Scholarships and work terms were given to 27 Cana- dian students, including Ajax’s Zsuzsanna Szekely, who’s study- ing at Ryerson University. The award is given to top un- dergraduate students in busi- ness and economics studies and to MBA students based on their demonstrated interest in finance and international busi- ness, as well as their leader- ship potential and academic achievement. The award delivers $3,000 for undergraduates and $5,000 for graduates. Students are also of- fered a four-month work term opportunity with EDC. The total value of the award is about $14,000. In addition, scholar- ships were offered to 24 EDC partner universities this year. Aj ax woman earns scholarship A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.com You could also win a *Retail Value Diamond Bracelet $5,000* $100,000 In Cash November 15 – December 20 You could win your share of over All items donated to and local community food banks Bring in a non-perishable food item and receive one ballot each day you visit for a chance to win. Limit one ballot per person per day. SEEKS COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO SERVE ON BOARD OF DIRECTORS In accordance with our By-laws, a portion of Board members’ terms will expire in June 2005. Rouge Valley Health System is seeking community members to serve on the Rouge Valley Health System Board, effective June 2005. 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 Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at the News Advertiser AJAX — The reindeer are chomping on the bit, the sled is warmed up and the big guy is ready to go. This Sunday, the 39th Annual Ajax Santa Claus parade is set to roll. With more than 60 entries, there’s sure to be something for children of all ages. The theme is An Old-Fashioned Christmas. The parade, sponsored by the Ajax Lions Club, starts at noon. Marshal- ling is on Mills Road, with the route east along Station Street to Harwood Av enue, south to Bayly Street and then west to the entrance of the Harwood Shopping Centre, where it disperses. Canada Post employees are walking along the parade route, collecting letters for Santa. Letters have to be addressed to Santa Claus, North Pole, HOH OHO. The letter carriers will make sure all items make it Santa’s elves in plenty of time. Remember, if children want a reply, the have to include their full ad- dress. The Durham Regional Police Service is holding its annual food and toy drive. Members from the department are col- lecting new toys and non-perishable food items, which in turn will be distrib- uted to needy families across Durham. The Downtown BIA is also holding a food drive, with items going to the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. Mer- chants in the Ajax Plaza are holding a barbecue and other festivities from noon to 3 p.m. Santa comes to Ajax Sunday Home ‘wasn’t safe’ for mother and four children now in shelter DURHAM — Mary doesn’t want to be where she is, but it’s safer for her and her children. Mary (not her real name) and her children have been staying in a women’s shelter. “If all goes well,” Mary and her four children, ages 10, nine, four and two, should be in a new home in December. That means Mary will be trying to put down new roots and get her children settled during the most festive time of the year. To help make the holidays better, Mary is receiving help from the Santa Claus Fund, which the News Advertiser has joined this year, partnering with the Toronto Star, Mississauga News and Brampton Guardian. The fund is in its 99th year. “It means a lot. I’ve lost my house and I’m staying in a shelter. I appreciate the help,” Mary says. Mary has used a food bank in the past, but this is the first time she has received assistance at Christmas. “I’ve never gotten help before.” She learned about the Santa Fund through Dur- ham Region Social Services. The fund provides children with a gift box, which contains a sweat- er, socks, mittens, a hat, a book, a toy and candy. The merchandise is all new and purchased di- rectly from manufacturers at substantial cost savings. It is estimated 1,000 gift boxes will be deliv- ered to kids in Ajax and Pickering communities. The goal this year is to raise $1.3 million and every dollar donated is used to buy the items contained in the gift boxes. All donors receive an income tax receipt after the campaign ends in January 2005. Donor contributions will be published in the newspaper during the campaign, until mid-Jan- uary. As for her children having been uprooted from their home to a shelter, Mary says, “They’re hanging in there. We had to leave our home. It wasn’t safe anymore. “It would mean a great deal (receiving the gifts). I’m not working and I’m not getting a (so- cial assistance) cheque. I would really appreci- ate it.” If you or someone you know has been touched by the Santa Claus Fund, we’d like to hear your story. E-mail details, along with contact in- formation to news editor David Stell, at dstell@durhamregion.com or call 905-683-5110 ext. 249. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 PAGE 9 A/P 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. Please print clearly Please make cheque payable to: The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Santa Claus Fund,130 Commercial Avenue, Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2H5 Enclosed is my cheque or money order for $...................... Name Address City/town Province Postal code Tel ephone number I would like my contribution published as follows: Acknowledgement cards are available upon request, call 416-869-4533 The Toronto Star Children’s Charities Registration# 119267425RR0001 To donate by VISA or MasterCard, call 416-869-4847. 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NEWS ADVERTISER Santa Claus Fund helps uprooted family How to donate Please send a cheque to: The Ajax-Pickering News Adver tiser Santa Claus Fund, 130 Commercial Av e., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5. Visa and MasterCard donations can be made by calling 416-869-4847 or online by visiting www.the- star.com/santaclausfund. The Star absorbs all ad- ministrative cost so all proceeds go directly into buying the gifts. The Star does not allow anyone to solicit on its behalf. A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.com women’s save 50% women’s mac & jac corduroy jacket & Limited by London Fog kilt. Reg. $49.99 ea. 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December brings ‘Girls put it all To gether’ with a speaker from Home Depot introducing girls to tools and woodworking. Those interested in registering for the January session, which is still to be determined, are asked to call Debbie at 905-428-8111. Girls Inc. Operation has SMART approach to new experiences A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo A motivational visit DURHAM — Pickering resident and radio show host Chuck Spider Jones visited with students this week at the Durham District School Board Education Centre where he discussed his Xtreme Youth Empowerment program. 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Bumper To Bumper Warranty 905427-0111 PICKERING VILLAGE HYUNDAIPICKERING VILLAGE HYUNDAI per mo./60 mos. $2,995 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit PICKERING VILLAGE HYUNDAI GL I-4 FWD MSRP FROM DURHAM — The planning department has responded to the Greenbelt draft plan, calling on the Province to make changes. Concerns include the plan encouraging leapfrog- ging development over Dur- ham, not addressing funds for land acquisition, how to deal with old gravel pits, mapping inconsistencies and wanting to see the Greenbelt plan along with the growth management plan, said Mike Cooke, a planner with the Region, during a presenta- tion to a recent committee meeting. The Province has proposed a band of perpetu- ally protected greenspace that will stretch from Niagara Falls to the Township of Scu- gog. Councillors at the table questioned why the due date for comments was Sunday, Dec. 12 when the legislation will be discussed just four days later. They accused the McGuinty Liberals of trying to ram the plan through. Regional Chairman Roger Anderson called the Greenbelt “the biggest form of the Province intruding on local planning” he’s ever seen, while Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan called it “a sham.” Yet Oshawa Mayor John Gray called the plan a good thing for the long-term protec- tion of land, and Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said the public wants it. The committee did agree to send a letter to the Province asking for a 60- to 90-day extension. Oak Ridges Moraine signs to go up DURHAM — Signs will soon be put up identifying when motorists are entering the environmentally sensitive Oak Ridges Moraine (ORM). The goal is to highlight Durham’s natural heritage features and promote the moraine, a report to a re- cent works committee meet- ing said. The ORM Foundation put the proposal to the Region after a successful campaign in York Region, the report said. Funding would run around $10,000 for 13 signs, with the cost to be split 50/50 between the two sides. The signs will be put up on high volume regional road points where the roads cross the moraine boundary. The deal must still be ap- proved by regional council. Durham’s flu supply fine, says health official DURHAM — Durham has more than enough flu vaccine, the Region’s medical officer of health says. “The information we’ve received is that there’s enough supply in Ontario,” said Dr. Robert Kyle at a recent health and social services committee meeting. “A dditional supply is available if it’s required both provin- cially and nationally.” The Region is report- ing to the Province weekly on their vaccine inventory, added Dr. Donna Reynolds, the associate medical of- ficer of health. Last year the health department im- munized 20,000 Durhamites against influenza, compared to 10,000 in 2001. A/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.com You know it. We know it, too. 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Durham residents can have an angel placed on the tree in memory of a lost loved one. DURHAM — Bereaved Families of Ontario Durham Region will help local fami- lies who have lost a loved one deal with the difficult feelings that arise during the holiday season with the organization’s tenth annual memorial service and An- gel’s Tree of Light. The service will take place Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Durham District School Board, located at 400 Ta unton Rd. E. in Whitby. Participants will receive a delicately crocheted angel with a gold ribbon bear- ing the name of the loved one they wish to remem- ber, and can place it on a tree with clear lights. Each loved one’s name will also be displayed on a memo- rial plaque located next to the tree, and listed in the programme. Families will be able to take their angels home with them after the service. To obtain an angel, please call 905-579-4293 or 1-800-387- 4870. All donations to the Angel’s Tree of Light will help Bereaved Families of Ontario Durham Region provide education and sup- port to local families who have lost a child through death. Remember your angel with tree of light Durham councillors respond to Province’s greenbelt plan Durham in Brief NOV. 26, 2004 FRIDAY, NOV. 26 ADDICTION: The Seren- ity Group 12-step recovery program meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with addic- tions of all types, including co-dependency. A child-care program is available. All are welcome. Call Jim in the eve- nings at 905-428-9431. FINAL SALE: St. Martin’s Anglican Church holds its final new-to-you sale of 2004. There is used cloth- ing for the family, a white elephant table, toys and books, and other bargains. It runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Martins Anglican Church, 1201 St. Martin’s Dr. in Pick- ering. Call 905-839-4257. SATURDAY, NOV. 27 BOOK FAIR-BAKE SALE: The Multiple Sclerosis Soci- ety, Durham Regional Chap- ter, holds its first fair-sale at its office from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Home-baked goods include cookies, pies, cakes and muffins, while the used books are all $1 or less. Of- fice is at 6-400 Dundas St. W. in Whitby. BAZAAR: Dunbarton-Fair- port United Church holds its 31st annual ‘Deck Your Halls’ bazaar and craft show. There are 31 vendors, home baking, hot lunches, Christ- mas crafts, used books, a grandpa’s garage, silent auction, preserves, knitted goods, poinsettias, ginger- bread tables and a children’s only room. It runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1066 Dun- barton Rd. Call 905-839-7271. MEN’S BREAKFAST: The Westney Heights Baptist Church holds its men’s breakfast, with speaker Pas- tor Robert Holmes discuss- ing the role of men in their families. It runs from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at 1201 Ravenscroft Rd. in Ajax. Admission is $5 at the door. NOVICE HOCKEY: The Whitby Toyota novice Ajax Minor Hockey League club is raising money for Herizon House women’s shelter. A raffle is planned, along with the sale of children’s candy- craft kits and candles. It runs from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at the Ajax Community Centre’s Rink 4 entrance. Call Glen Santacona at 905-683-6167. CRAFT SALE: St. Berna- dette’s is having a craft sale from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It includes many different ven- dors, a tea room and more. It is in the Parish Hall at the corner of Harwood Avenue and Bayly Street from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. SUNDAY, Nov. 28 PICKERING NATURALISTS: Rayfield Pye leads partici- pants on an outing to view various gulls and shorebirds along the Niagara River system. Meet at 8 a.m. at the southwest corner of the Pickering GO station parking lot. Call Rayfield at 905-436- 7998. MONDAY, NOV. 29 BUDGETING: The YMCA Youth Foyer holds a work- shop on how to make your money last. Learn how to set up at budget and how to save money. It runs from 3 to 4 p.m. at the YMCA Youth Foyer 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 7 in Pickering. Call 905- 686-7060. TUESDAY, NOV. 30 BUSINESS CLUB: The Durham Contact Business Exchange Club meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. for a breakfast meeting at the Victoria Gardens Restaurant in Ajax. The non-profit club of small business owners meets for networking, ex- changing ideas, promoting each other’s business and providing leads. The restau- rant is at 570 Westney Rd. S. (at Lake Driveway West). Call 905-428-5733 or visit www.durhamcontactbusi- ness.com. PARENT SUPPORT: A sup- port group meets in Ajax every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. Visit www.apsgo.ca or call 416-223-7444 or 1-800-488- 5666 for location. MEDITATION GROUP: Group tries to achieve stress relief with relaxation, visualization, and mindful- ness techniques. It meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. There is a suggested donation of $5 to go to char- ity. Group meets at 150 Okla- homa Dr. Space is limited. Call 905-420-1248. MICROSOFT WORD BASICS: Learn how to use the es- sential features of Microsoft Wo r d, along with a basic introduction to Windows. The session is at the YMCA Youth Foyer, 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 7 in Pickering. Call 905-686-7060. TOASTMASTERS: The Pickering Powerhouse Toast- masters Club meets every Tuesday to work on public speaking, presentation and other communication skills. Sessions run from 7 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central branch, 1 The Espla- nade. Call Sherrif Karamat 905-509-6769. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 1 SINGLE PARENTS: The Ajax/Pickering Chapter of One Parent Families Asso- ciation meets at 8:30 p.m. at the Ajax Cricket Club, at the northeast corner of Monarch Ave. and Clements Rd., Ajax. Meeting is for both custodial or non-custodial parents, with children of any age. 905-666-9262. OSTEOPOROSIS HELP: Impulse Fitness hosts a free fitness clinic to discuss the importance of weight training and weight bearing exercise in the prevention and reversal of loss of bone density. The session is an osteo-workout designed to strengthen the skeletal sys- tem, improve balance and co-ordination. Impulse is at 2200 Brock Rd. N. Session begins at 7:15 p.m. Comfort- able clothes and running shoes are recommended. Space is limited so register. Call 905-683-9300. OSTEOPOROSIS SUPPORT: The local support group holds its annual Christmas luncheon at the North China Buffet in the Westney Heights Plaza, Ajax, Fun, food and fellowship begins at 1 p.m. Call Odette at 905-831-4471 HEAD INJURY SUPPORT: Head Injury Association of Durham Region holds its Connections: Ajax-Pickering program Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. Games, cards, and conversation are planned for today in the Duffin’s Room of the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd. Call 905- 723-2732. PINERIDGE ARTS: The next PineRidge Arts Council meeting is at 7 p.m. in Room 1 of the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering. Subjects include a review of the suc- cess of the revised ArtScene and an update of the ad- visory committee. All are welcome, and the meeting is free of charge. THURSDAY, DEC. 2 PICKERING NATURALISTS: The December meeting is at 7:45 p.m. in St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School, 490 Strouds Lane at Rosebank Road. It is members’ night where club members get the opportunity to share their enthusiasm on topics per- taining to natural history. Call Heather at 905-837-1775 or Doug 905-666-3897. FRIDAY, DEC. 3 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT- ING: The City of Pickering hosts its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony from 7 to 9 p.m. in Esplanade Park behind City Hall. There will be live entertainment by the Pickering Concert Band and children’s entertainment by the Sphere Clown Band. There is free wagon rides, outdoor skating, fireworks and a visit from Santa. ADDICTION: The Seren- ity Group 12-step recovery program meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with addic- tions of all types, including co-dependency. A child-care program is available. All are welcome. Call Jim in the eve- nings at 905-428-9431. SATURDAY, DEC. 4 CHRISTMAS AT THE YMCA: Everyone is invited to come and enjoy free en- tertainment, fun activities, refreshments, door prizes, draws, a bake sale, and a visit from Santa. The Dur- ham YMCA Christmas gath- ering begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to support the Y’s WISH Shelter and Adelaide House. Call 905-723-YMCA (9922) or e- mail family@ywcadurham. org. CRAFT MARKET: St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church holds its We Believe in Christmas: Craft Market. There is a variety of fine crafts and other gift ideas, including teddy bears, jew- elry, fine pens, Native crafts, hand-weaving, pottery, lamps, candles, baby gifts, and wood and fashion acces- sories. There is also be a se- cret Santa room where kids can find gifts for less than $5, already wrapped and ready to take home and put under the tree. Homemade refreshments and a tea room are also planned. 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Kristen Bedley 2. Matthew Rawsay 3. Sarah Ovejak Winners may go directly to Baskin Robbins to receive their FREE cake. (Please provide identification) PRIZE VALID UNTIL THURS., DEC. 2, 2004BASKIN ROB BI NS “We have a teenager in our family! Sarah Ovejak turned 13 Nov. 25. We love you. You’re such a special girl. May God bless you on this special birthday. Love, Dad, Mom, Emily, Alicia and Joshua.” “Matthew Ramsay, our lit- tle gift from Heaven, turns seven on Nov. 28. We hope you get all the gifts you asked for. We love you so much. Grandpa, MaMa, Mommy, Uncle John, Elmo, Stretch, Stich and Peter Pan.” “Nicole Leigh Bird turned 14 on Nov. 23. She has shown us over the last few years how wonderful and loving a young lady can be. Our love and birthday wishes go out to you . Love, Mommy, Daddy, Brady, Pappa, Grandpa, Grandmas, your family and friends who say ‘d on’t change and happy birthday.’” “Happy birthday to our little Kara Lee. She turned nine on Nov. 14. We love you lots and we’re very proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Davey and Jessica.” “A biker turns 50! Family and friends would like to wish a happy birthday to Jim Darlow. Have a great day and if you’re having trouble reading this, not to worry, it comes with the ter- ritory.” Mark Papaconstantinou enters his terrible twos on Nov. 26. Special birthday wishes are sent to him with love from Dad, Mom, sister Steph, and brothers Con, Greg, Chris and Zack. Hugs and kisses always. Enjoy your special day Mark!” “Isabelle and Dylan’s second birthday is Nov. 28. It’s hard to believe it has already been two years since we were blessed with these two gifts of life. Isabelle and Dylan continue to bring an abundance of joy to their parents Theresa and John, Grandma Shirleen, Grandpa Fred, Aunts Annie, Kathi and Marlene, Uncles Gerry, Gordon and Charles, and cousins Christopher and Nicholas. Bring on the terrible two’s!” Happy 40th on Nov. 28 for Jeff. “You take great pictures! 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On Nov. 24, Mr. Williams was awarded the Peace Medallion at a special ceremony by the Durham Family YMCA in Oshawa. “I think it’s a great hon- our to be recognized by other members in your community for the work that you do,” the 54-year- old Whitby resident said. “I’m a retired school ad- ministrator, and the work that I do with youth is continuing, even though I no longer work for the Durham District School Board. But my priority is still very much helping young people to develop their potential, and that takes a variety of forms.” Mr. Williams has touched many different groups and organizations in the region with his work. Aside from being the former Race Relations Officer for the DDSB, he has created and managed workshops on leadership, anti-bullying, conflict res- olution and world issues. Over the past year he has been involved with other workshops on peaceful conflict resolution with summer camp counsel- lors and directors with the Town of Whitby and the City of Pickering, and Leaders-in-Training at the Durham YMCA and Camp Samac. He also handles con- flict resolution and anger management workshops for a residential program called Wilderness Rocs for an Oshawa-based agency called The Refuge. The Durham YMCA called Mr. Williams a “tireless worker” who has showed a sincere dedica- tion to the preservation of human rights and the direct responsibility every one has in building peace- ful relationships at home and abroad. “It gives significant pur- pose and meaning to my life to help others, and it’s a continuation of the way my parents raised me and the work I was able to do as a teacher, and as an administrator and officer with the board,” Mr. Wil- liams said. “I think when we recog- nized a shared humanity with other people, then I hope that we would be more likely to treat them the way that we would like to be treated in return. I see that reflected in all the major religions of the world — that golden rule is a bond that unites ev- eryone. That’s a big part of my world vision when it comes to young peo- ple. Hopefully, my goal is to empower them to be agents of change, to work towards a better world.” And the first way to achieve that is to make more time for each other, he said. “What I realized is we need to take time for each other... sometimes busy- ness gets in the way of taking time to listen to our friends when they have a problem, and talk to them, and be open and be hon- est with them,” he said. “I think we would all agree there is a lot of busyness in our lives, and sometimes that results in frustration and inap- propriate ways of resolv- ing the inevitable conflict that’s always been be- tween people when they get together.” Durham man awarded YMCA’s Peace Medallion Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Jim Weller of the YMCA presents Lewis Williams with the organization’s 2004 Peace Medallion. The honour is presented annually in communities across Canada in recognition of World Peace Week. 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Mr. Woodward, who also has served as a trustee for the separate school board among other positions, includ- ing past fund-raising experience, has come out of retirement to bring his knowledge and guidance to the labour community. The new position, a result of an agreement between the United Way and the Durham Regional Labour Council, involves working with local union representatives to deliver pro- grams and services to their employees. The focus of the new initiative will be providing guidance to union represen- tatives, according to Mr. Woodward. “I am looking forward to working with the local unions and the United Way is planning to hold a training ses- sion for union counsellors in the fall,” he said. The announcement that Mr. Wood- ward was chosen for the position came during a breakfast at the Canadian Auto Wo rkers (CAW) hall in Ajax, hosted by the United Way. Sid Ryan, provincial leader of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), was the keynote speaker. Mr. Ryan stressed many work- ers face problems that affect them that may not be a result of happenings in the workplace. Mr. Woodward said he will be work- ing to ensure those individuals get the right help. He said workers can face wide-ranging problems, including substance abuse, which affects their job performance, as well as their fami- lies. “I will be helping to train (union counsellors) in the workplace... In turn they direct those in need to agencies, some of which are funded by the Unit- ed Way,” he explained. Mr. Woodward said the labour posi- tion already exists in the United Way of Oshawa-Whitby-Clarington-Brock- Scugog, but is new to Ajax-Pickering- Uxbridge. He added that he will not only be striving to deliver the programs from the United Way, but increase aware- ness of them as well. “My (goal) is to get the labour com- munity to understand that this is not just a once a year ‘ask’,” he said of the annual fund-raising campaign. “This (program) is something we always offer.” The United Way of Ajax-Pickering- Uxbridge has set a fund-raising target of $1.7 million. To contact the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge, call its office at 905-686-0606. United Way looks to soothe labour pains Durham Indoor Soccer Centre Winter House League Registration A t 1 2 8 9 Ter w i l l e g a r A v e ., O s h a w a O n T h u r s . D e c . 2 n d & 9 t h , 5 -8 p .m . S a t ., D e c 4 t h & 1 1 t h , 1 0 a .m . - 2 p .m . JK - Gr 2 - $100, Gr 3 - 8 $120, Men’s Open & 0-35 & Ladies Open - $140 Ph: 905 436 6921 E-mail: DISC @ rogers.com Regn Details at www.Durhamindoorsoccer.com ...just put on your cleats and play! Fall 04 Programs sold out early! Ask about Power Soccer Clinics at DISC from Jan 05 PICKERING — The Nuclear Waste Management Organization is holding public sessions in Pickering and Clar- ington next month. The first session is at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, on Monday, Dec. 6. The second session is at Clarington Memorial Park on Dec. 7. Both sessions run from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The organization was established by Canada’s nuclear electricity generators to make a recommendation to the gov- ernment of Canada on the long-term management of used nuclear fuel. The organization is now hosting informa- tion sessions across Canada to gather community perspective. For more information, visit www. nwmo.ca. 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Save up to with this ad Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photos Market celebrates its first PICKERING — The Pickering Markets celebrated its first anniversary last weekend in its new home at Bayly Street and Squires Beach Road, along with 30 years in Pickering. Crowds were treated to a variety of events all weekend, including Temov Pane, above, who offered tricks, music and fire. For others, it was a chance to browse and examine the merchandise. MPP introduces bill to remove elected officials from office By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — Jim Fla- herty, MPP for Whitby- Ajax, has introduced a bill in the Ontario legislature allowing citizens to recall politicians between elec- tions. Mr. Flaherty said the bill, titled Recall Act 2004, was introduced Nov. 17 in direct response to the actions of Premier Dalton McGuinty, who promised not to raise taxes before the last provin- cial election, and then in- troduced new health-care premiums after taking of- fice. “Clearly, it is not ac- ceptable in a democracy for politicians to promise the world before an elec- tion, get elected, and then break their promises for four years in absolute secu- rity,” Mr. Flaherty said the day after introducing the new legislation. “Citizens should have the ability to recall politicians that are not acting in their best in- terests.” Mr. Flaherty said such bills are actively debated among Members of Provin- cial Parliament because it is not in their own self-in- terest to bring about new legislation that would em- power voters to remove them from office. “...The fundamental promises made, and then the breaching of them with- out so much of an apol- ogy by Mr. McGuinty have prompted many of us to say we really do need to have some mechanism between elections to address the ac- countability of members,” Mr. Flaherty said. He said the new bill was modelled after current re- call legislation in British Columbia and California, but with added changes to maximize fairness to citi- zens and elected represen- tatives. Under the new legisla- tion, a petition must be signed by 25 per cent of the eligible electorate in the politician’s riding, followed by a referendum with 50 per cent plus one in favour of recalling the member. A byelection would then be held. In British Columbia, the recall legislation consists only of a petition. If 40 per cent of the elec- torate is in favour of remov- ing the politician in ques- tion, the politician loses his or her seat automatically and a byelection is trig- gered. Mr. Flaherty said Recall Act 2004 is fair because it allows citizens to have an effective and reliable meth- od of holding their repre- sentatives accountable between general elections, and it is even-handed for politicians because it gives them several stages to de- fend their record and be judged by their constitu- ents. The bill could come in handy, he said, making a comparison between the Premier and former Cali- fornia Governor Gray Davis who was recalled by voters in 2003. “The concern that voters had with Governor Davis in California had to do with taxation, and saying one thing and getting elected, and doing another. We have a similar situation in Ontario,” Mr. Flaherty said, adding the Liberals have little choice but to support the bill. “It will be a good test of Mr. McGuinty,” he said. “I mean, he talked a lot today about democratic renewal and making votes count. If he’s serious about demo- cratic renewal, fundamen- tal democratic renewal is to empower voters not once every four years, but between elections as well, and to make each one of us who is elected continually accountable to the people who elected us.” The bill already had first reading, and Mr. Flaherty expects it to be debated in the legislature some time next year. Give voters the power of total recall : Flaherty DURHAM — Help make a miracle happen over dinner next month. On Thursday, Dec. 9, Swiss Chalet restaurants across Canada are donat- ing one dollar from the sale of every festival special and quarter chicken dinner to the Children’s Miracle Net- work. In addition, Swiss Cha- let is making a donation to the network, a national non-profit organization that supports a network of chil- dren’s hospitals from coast- to-coast. Eat up this fundraising idea Prices vary from clinic to clinic By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — A few weeks now after OHIP officially dropped coverage of eye exams for adults between the ages of 18 and 64, many Durham residents are navi- gating the complex web of optical service fees for the first time. Pensioner Jeff Goodall of Oshawa said he was sur- prised and confused this week, after learning that a standard eye exam would cost $75 at one local clinic and $90 at another. “I’m concerned, because it seems like they’re trying to make a buck now that people have to pay for the exams,” he said. “It seems like there’s too much varia- tion for the same service and it’s not fair to people who need these services.” Dr. Tze Kwun confirms that fee increases are be- coming an unfortunate re- ality at some clinics. The Oshawa optometrist says recommended fees are set by the Ontario Association of Optometrists, but indi- vidual practitioners are free to arrive at their own prices, with no regulation from the Ministry of Health. “Because of the OHIP billing situation, business in some clinics is down by 50 or 60 per cent,” he says. “People have to make up the money somehow, so that’s why they’re raise the cost of eye exams...it’s busi- ness.” Dr. Kwun says he has no plans to raise fees at his Simcoe Street office, which start at $50 for a standard exam, and go up to about $70 for more in depth pro- cedures, such as dilated exams. “I don’t think eye exams should be priced out of the average person’s hand... I hate to hear that people aren’t coming in because they can’t afford it,” Dr. Kwun says adding that some local clinics are now charg- ing up to $120 for standard eye exams. While regular eye exams for adults between the ages of 18 and 64 were delisted from the province’s insur- ance plan as of Nov. 1, se- niors and children are still covered for annual check- ups, as are those with cer- tain medical conditions such as diabetes and retinal disease. Port Perry optometrist Dr. Darryl Workman says this is adding to the confu- sion. “Now we sometimes don’t know if someone is covered until we see them and determine whether they have one of these con- ditions...and sometimes there is a discrepancy be- tween doctors,” he says. “It’s very confusing for both the patient and the optom- etrist.” While some clinics have arbitrarily raised costs, Dr. Wo rkman stresses that in- dividual medical situations may also explain fee dis- parities. “When one person is paying more than another, you have to ask whether they’re a new or exist- ing patient, and whether they’re a simple or complex case,” he says. “Depending on their individual history, expensive procedures like retinal photography could be needed...there are a lot of factors to consider.” Dr. David Black has prac- ticed optometry in Oshawa for 10 years and notes that the location and size of a practitioner’s office, com- bined with number of em- ployees and type of equip- ment used, also affects prices. While the overhead for eye exams is standard at about $40, expensive rent on a downtown office could result in higher fees to offset that cost. Similarly, optometrists employed by optical stores might charge dramatically less, because there is no office to main- tain. “In some cases you might have someone using equip- ment that isn’t very up to date, and that might end up being less expensive, but also less effective,” Dr. Black says. “I think the bot- tom line is, you get what you pay for.” Durham residents are encouraged to shop wisely by visiting the Ontario As- sociation of Optometrists web site at www.optom. on.ca for a comprehensive list of local practitioners, and calling ahead to com- pare fees and services. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 PAGE 25 A/P SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. 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Gro u n d F l o o r Seco n d F l o o r SALES OFFICE AJAX By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — A Durham doctor joined thousands of others in the profession last week when he voted against a tentative agreement be- tween the Ontario Medical Asso- ciation (OMA) and the Province. On Saturday, the OMA’s governing council followed suit, deciding not to ratify the deal, a move Dr. Terry Rosen says will ensure that pa- tients continue to receive the best possible care. The longtime local physician says he was most concerned by a section of the agreement that asked doctors to help the Minis- try of Health and Long Term Care cut prescription drug costs by $200 million over four years. If that tar- get saving was reached, the letter stated that $50 million would be allocated for “physician services,” a term Dr. Rosen says translates to salary increases. “It’s a bribe, there’s no question about it,” says the doctor, whose practice has been a Simcoe Street staple in Oshawa for more than 20 years. “They are trying to bribe us to give people less medication, which means a lower quality of care... it goes directly against the Hippo- cratic Oath that we take.” The letter asked physicians to “improve prescribing practice” in the hopes of cutting costs associ- ated with the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program, which subsidizes prescription drugs for seniors, people on social assistance or dis- ability support, and residents of long-term care and special care homes. “These are all the most vulnerable people... the ODB al- ready gives them all the second- best drugs; how could we be asked to give them less as well?” asked Dr. Rosen. “I find this very upset- ting, we should be aspiring to give people the highest quality of care, not being pressured to cut cor- ners.” At an event in his Toronto area riding last month, Health Minister George Smitherman defended the agreement, explaining that it ad- dressed issues of over-prescribing. 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Rated: R Alexander conquered 90 per cent of the known world by the age of 25, leading his armies through 22,000 miles of sieges and con- quests in just eight years. Alexander’s rise to power un- folds side by side with the later-day expansion of his empire, its gradu- al decline and ultimate downfall. Alexander led his armies against the mighty Persian Empire, drove west to conquer Egypt, and finally to India. Christmas With the Kranks Directed by: Joe Roth Starring: Tim Allen, Dan Aykroyd and Jamie Lee Curtis Rated: PG Based on the Novel ‘Skipping Christmas’ by John Grisham, Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis play the Kranks a couple suffering from empty-nest syndrome. Because their daughter is doing a Peace Corps mission and won’t make it home for Christmas, the Kranks decide to go on vacation and skip Christmas. Luckily the Christmas spirit catches them just in time, when their daughter de- cides to come home and they have to throw together a last-minute Christmas. Also coming to theatres this week are ‘A Very Long Engage- ment’, ‘Our Music’, and ‘Purple Butterfly’. Colin Farrell plays the title role in ‘Alexander’, Oliver Stone’s new epic chroni- cling the rise and fall of the great leader. Colin Farrell conquers the known world as Alexander the Great FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com No place like St. Mary for The Wizard of Oz After weeks of hard work, school set to stage family favourite beginning next week By James McMurtrie Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — Feel the magic of a time tested classic, Broad- way style. The staff and students of St. Mary Catholic Secondary School have been perfecting their steps down the Yellow Brick Road. And now they are inviting Ajax and Pickering residents to join in the journey to The Emerald City. The Broadway-style produc- tion of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is on stage at the school for four shows starting Dec. 1. For the cast and crew of the show, it’s talent, experience and dedication, oh my. A large pro- duction calls for a large cast, with the lead roles filled by Zach McK- endrick as the Tin Man, Vanessa Corpuz as the Cowardly Lion, Cody Lancaster takes on the role of the Scarecrow, and Danica Kotsopoulos is Dorothy Gale, the misplaced Kansas farm girl. According to the production staff, this is not your average high school performance, but a full- fledged production. Last year’s show was ‘Give My Regards to Broadway’. “Our last show was just a start,” said Allyson Polidano, a drama teacher and director with 45 productions under her belt. “It’s a classic, our first big show in years.” Working every weekend for weeks on end, everyone involved faced the adversity common to large productions. “Technically challenging, mu- sically, and costume wise it’s a huge show,” said the director, clearly excited about the nearing run date. When asked what hurdles they had to overcome, Polidano said, “Having to remember they are students and we are a high school.” After a brief pause, she added with a smile, “having to let them go once in a while.” At a recent rehearsal, Kotso- poulos and her shimmering ruby shoes, led the cast of 60-plus down the twisting turns. When asked if the production puts a strain on her social life, the 17-year-old said, “Yes, but this is my social life, this is what I do.” Kotsopoulos wants to one day be on Broadway. “If I didn’t love to do it, I wouldn’t put myself through (the crazy rehearsal times). It’s a lot of work, and always more than you expect, no matter how much you prepare yourself for it,” she said, sitting in the school’s theatre, wearing Dorothy’s trademark pigtails to complete the picture. Be it the relationships between the characters, or the effort being put into rehearsals, this year’s production has the potential to be a classic said Polidano. “It’s a heartwarming story, the ultimate key line is ‘there’s no place like home’, when it really comes down to it, we really take it for granted,” said Polidano. The show runs Wednesday, Dec. 1 to Saturday, Dec. 4. Show times are 7 p.m. Advanced tickets are available at St. Mary, 1918 Whites Rd. in Pickering. Tickets are $8 for students and seniors and $10 for adults. Students, from left, Vanessa Corpuz as the Cowardly Lion, Zach McKend- rick as the Tin Man, Danica Kotsopoulos as Dorothy, Cody Lancaster as the Scarecrow and Elisa Bruno as Glinda, the good witch of the north. Looming behind them is the menacing Wicked Witch, played by Monika Giacca. Keegan O’Connor plays the role of The Wizard in the St. Mary produc- tion. ‘It’s a lot of work, and always more than you expect, no matter how much you prepare yourself for it.’ Danica Kotsopoulos A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.comP PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com TODAY Pickering High Trojans play in the Metro Bowl senior football championship against St. Michael’s College at Ivor Wynne Stadium in Hamilton at 7:45 p.m. Pickering juniors riding five-game winning streak By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — A nearly two- week break in the schedule couldn’t have come at a worse time for the Pickering Panthers. That’s because the OHA On- tario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League club is riding a five-game winning streak — its longest of the season — which included their fourth win over the season over the lowly Ajax Axemen, 5-3 last Friday. The streak included an un- likely 4-3 victory over powerhouse St. Michael’s Buzzers on Sunday. “A bsolutely. It’s come at the wrong time,” says Panthers’ head coach John Winder, referring to a planned trip this weekend to New York state where the Panthers will play two games against the Capi- tal District Selects junior squad and watch two NCAA contests. “When you’re on a bit of a streak you want to play as many games as you can and win them. But, it’s great for the boys. They’re going to go down there and get to expe- rience a different style of hockey and experience some NCAA ac- tion.” The Panthers will play the CD Selects of the Eastern Junior Hockey League in Troy, New York tomorrow, Nov. 27, at 12:30 p.m. and again on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. They’ll also watch games in the HSBC Holiday Hockey Tourna- ment in Troy, New York, involv- ing teams from Air Force, Rens- salaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), Sacred Heart and Robert Morris University of Pittsburgh. Winder’s hoping the break will enable his Panthers to return to league play refreshed. “It’s not like we’re taking two weeks off from hockey. We will be playing. They’ll be energized be- cause we want to go there and put on a good show. For that reason, I think we’ll be fine,” says Winder, adding that he expects the ex- hibition contests will draw some NCAA scouts. Although the Panthers handled the CD selects handily 7-2 in a pre-season game in Pickering on Sept. 9, Winder says he doesn’t expect such a lopsided result in this weekend’s matches. In their last meeting, the Panthers were wrapping up its exhibition season, while the CD Selects were still in the throes of tryouts. Winder says his Panthers (17- 9-1-2 for 36 points, tied for fourth with Markham in South Confer- ence) played its best hockey of the season last weekend, culminating in the team’s exciting 4-3 home- ice victory over St. Mike’s (18-5-1- 2 for 39 points, tied with Wexford for third in South Conference) at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex. The Panthers sprinted out to a 4-0 lead into the second period, and then hung tough through a constant parade of penalties in the last half of the contest to earn their fifth consecutive victory. Beating St. Michael’s required a full, 60-minute effort in order to knock off the defending South Conference champions, says Winder. “We had to play our best to beat them and I think we did,” says Winder. “Both teams played hard. We went at them hard right through to the final whistle.” Moreover, the win was a big source of pride for the players, many of whom had never beaten St. Mike’s in their junior careers. “Andrew Dissanayake and Ryan Annesley were talking after the game and Ryan said, ‘I’ve been here three years and we hadn’t beaten these guys yet’”, says Wind- er. “Andrew piped up and said, ‘Me, too’. They’re the longest serv- ing Panthers and they were happy, for sure.” The Panthers earned their fourth win of the season against the last- place and still winless Axemen on Friday night, but it wasn’t an easy victory by any means. In fact, the game was closely contested, with a last-minute empty-net marker by Pickering finally subduing an Ajax squad that battled gamely throughout. “With the way Ajax’s is playing, sooner or later, they’re going to beat somebody and you’re hoping that it isn’t you,” says Winder. Jeremy Whelan, who scored his 11th goal in 10 games, Dissanay- ake, Danny Sullivan and Michael Banwell scored for Pickering against St. Mike’s. Whelan continued his hot play of late against Ajax, netting a hat trick to lead the way. Cody Smith and Greg Riggs had the other Pickering markers. The Panthers return to league action against the Oshawa Le- gionaires at the complex on Dec. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Can’t touch this PICKERING — Wa r wick Publishing’s Ian Campbell looks for a teammate to pass to while being guarded by a Knights Corner Pub and Grill player during recent action in the Pickering Men’s Basketball League at Dunbarton High School. Wa r wick prevailed 77-50. Tw o-week break could be bad for surging Panthers GAME SUMMARY Sunday Nov. 21 St. Michael’s 3 at Pickering 4 FIRST PERIOD 1. 5:29 Pickering - Jeremy Whelan (Andrew Dissanayake) 2. 7:06 Pickering - Danny Sullivan (Phil McIlhone, Kyle Roulston) PP 3. 13:29 Pickering - Michael Banwell (Mark Cornacchia) Penalties: Chris Harrison PKR (holding the stick) 2:29, Matthew Kang STM (slashing) 6:13, Jeremy Whelan PKR (slashing) 8:00, Jeff Ta ylor STM (Interference) 12:27, Danny Sullivan PKR (interfer- ence) 12:38, Mark Cornacchia PKR (roughing after whistle) 13:49, Mi- chael Banwell PKR (high sticking) 15:42 SECOND PERIOD 4. 12:41 Pickering - Andrew Dis- sanayake (Jeremy Whelan, Kyle Roulston) 5. 17:53 St. Mike’s - Julian Zamparo (Jeff Taylor, Matthew Kang) PP Penalties: Stephen Duffy STM (slashing) 10:44, Phil McIlhone PKR (tripping) 16:10 THIRD PERIOD 6. 9:40 St. Mike’s - Mike Potacco (Andrew Cogliano, Julian Zamparo) PP 7. 19:34 St. Mike’s - Matthew Kang (Andrew Cogliano, Mike Potacco) PP Penalties: Jeff Birr PKR (slashing) 0:04, John Soames PKR (holding) 8:59, Jeremy Whelan PKR (slash- ing, cross checking, game ejection) 14:32, Kevin Schmidt STM (slashing) 14:32, Danny Sullivan PKR (tripping) 18:09 Goaltenders STM - Mike Binnington: 7/3, 8/1, 3/0 = 18 saves (22 shots) PKR - Ryan Daniels: 15/0, 13/1, 17/2 = 48 saves (52 shots) 3 at 7:30 p.m. Two Durham players on national squad DURHAM — Canada’s national ringette team’s quest for a repeat gold medal took a serious hit on Wednesday. The Canadians were downed 11-3 by Finland at the 2004 World Ringette Championships in Stock- holm. The Finns scored four goals to open the first period and con- tinued to turn it on in the second period, opening up an 8-2 lead. Finland outscored Canada 3-1 in the final period to finish the scor- ing. Brooklin’s Sharolyn Wouters reg- istered an assist against Finland. Canada played the U.S. on Thurs- day, with the result unavailable at press time. The Canadians blasted the host Swedish na- tional team 11-2 in their first game at the on Tuesday. The defend- ing world champs from Cana- da scored six goals in the first period and never looked back. Prior to the opening of the worlds, Canada met Finland in an exhibition contest in Turku, Fin- land last Saturday, losing 6-3. Beth Hurren, of Pickering, also plays on Team Canada. 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Refinancing debt consolida- tion a specialty. For fast profes- sional service call (905)666-4986 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 1ST/2ND MORTGAGE below bank posted rate. Personal loans / Line of credit. Fast! Metrocap, 416-455-1743; 905-831-2354. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgments, garnishments, mort- gage foreclosures & harassing creditor calls. GET: debt Consoli- dations, & protection for your as- sets. Call now: (905)576-3505 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 (2)-One bedrooms, $675/inclusive; (2)-2-bedroom $675/$700 plus hy- dro. Avail. immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apart- ment, south Ajax, available Janu- ary 1st. Own entrance, no smok- ing/pets, suitable for single person. $700/month. Call (905)428-2034. 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 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 AND 3 BEDROOM APTS.avail- able in large bungalows. Super clean, spacious, ample parking. South Oshawa. From $850. Must see. (416)508-5116 2 BDRMS + DEN;Inc. 2 Pkg. spots, laundry facilities. Great Ajax location. Large yard with deck. Available Jan. 1. $995/mo. inclu- sive. Call Wendy @ 416-818-9255. 2 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 2-2-BDRM. SIMCOE NORTH- Russett Ave. Good location, well maintained quiet 12plex. Utilities, heating, cable, parking included, $890/$860/month. No dogs. (905)576-2982. 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 apt, Oshawa. 2-parking, large yard, close to park/401, shopping. 2 separate en- trances, avail. Dec. 1st. $750/mo inclusive. Call Jack (905)576-1910 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. BASEMENT APT. PICKERING. Available Dec. 1st. No pets/smoking. $800/mo. utilities included, first/last. (905)839-2137 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 CONDO, north Oshawa, adult lifestyle building, balcony, no pets, $900/inclusive first/last. Call (905)576-9932. 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. 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. 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 3-BEDROOM country bungalow with large rec-room. North Picker- ing. Available immediately. 905- 649-2436 A 3 BEDROOM beautiful main floor bungalow, Ajax, Bayly/Har- wood. Excellent condition, near schools. Available immediately, $1150/month plus 60% utilities, 2 bedroom basement apt. $750/month plus 40% utilities. Jackie 905-426-7751. 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 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 NORTH 2-bdrm large base- ment apt. Separate entrance, laun- dry, parking, includes utilities. $850/mth. First/last. References. No pets/smoking. Available imme- diately. Call 416-602-7511. AJAX SOUTH, 1-BEDROOM fur- nished apt., kitchen, separate en- trance, parking. Minutes to lake/401. Suit single professional. Available Dec 1st, $700/month, (905)683-0190. 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/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, BAYLY/SALEM,3-bed- room main floor. $1200/inclusive. 2-bedroom, legal basement. $775/inclusive. December 1st, laundry, parking, C/A. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. (905)686- 8104, (416)834-9759. 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, LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement apt., fully renovated, separate entrance, full bathroom, a/c, cable, utilities, parking, laun- dry. First/last, $725/month. Call (905)427-9382 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- 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 BAYLY/HARWOOD,1-bdrm self contained basement, 1-parking. No smoking, clean, quiet. Laundry facilities . $650/mo Call between 6-9:00pm 905-683-7532. 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. BOWMANVILLE,Frank St., 1 bedroom apartment, available December 1st, $560/month plus utilities. No pets/smoking. (905)623-5261. BOWMANVILLE-large one bed- room apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $725 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BRIGHT,clean basement bache- lor, large windows, separate en- trance, 3pc bath, laundry, utilities, parking included. No pets/smok- ing. Near College/University, Rossland/Wilson. Dec/Jan 1st. $650/month. (905)725-0106 CHURCH/HWY 2.Immaculate 2 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/shopping/Go. (416)444- 7391 Ext. 241 CLAREMONT two bedroom bach- elor apartment , jacuzzi, large yard , shared laundry . All inclusive $800.00 first and last required. Call Ray 905-649-6402. 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. Avail- able Dec. 1st. No pets. First/last. Call (905) 665-5537 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - big 2 bedroom with balcony, heat includ- ed, parking, $870 per mo. lst./last Available Dec lst. call (416)520- 6392 or (905) 669-4009 DOWNTOWN Whitby, 1-bedroom plus den in 6 plex. Upper floor. $825/inclusive. Available Dec 1st. First/last. 1-parking. Close to school and park. No dogs. Call (905)683-9822 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. HARMONY/ROSSLAND 1 bed- room basement with fireplace, walkout, share townhome. $600/month. Available Dec 1st. References required. (905)436- 8032 LARGE BRIGHT 1-bedroom apt., Oshawa, separate entrance, park- ing, fresh paint, 4 appliances, $700/mo inclusive, avail. Dec.1. (905)721-2358. NEW MANAGEMENT PROMOTION 1 Month FREE rent. Harwood/Bayly 1, 2 & 3-bedrooms, from $865/month. Renovated units. Call 310-7000 NEWLY RENOVATED 3-bedroom apt, Available ASAP. Free utilities, parking, laundry. Excellent Oshawa neighbourhood. (416)722-4709. 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-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 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 KING/SIMCOE 1-bdrm apt above store, parking available, clean, high ceilings, quiet, cozy, Available Immediately. 416-229- 0224 before 9pm. 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 - Bayly/White's Rd. 2 bedroom bright warm basement apartment, close to schools, parks, bus,401, separate entrance with laundry room, available Jan. 15 $875. (905) 686-8612. 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, 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- 2-bedroom base- ment apartment, Whites/Finch. Available Dec 1st. $850/month all inclusive. (Cable, parking and util- ities). 416-999-2366 or 416-438- 2911 ext 3343. 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 SOUGHT AFTER OLDE Whitby, 6-unit apt building in desired loca- tion. 1 & 2-bedrooms available, in- cludes all utilities. Recorded de- tails (905)706-3640 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available . Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult occu- pied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM apts for rent. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. Avail. immediately. No pets. Please call (905)579-2387 after 5 p.m. UXBRIDGE-spacious bright 1 bedroom, separate entrance, kitchen/large livingroom with fire- place/4 appliances/central air/vac/cable/parking. No pets/non-smoker. $950. utilities included. References 905-852- 5487 Gerry. 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. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 26, 2004, PAGE 33 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 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,clean, bright 2-bdrm bsmt. $825/mo + portion of utilities. No smoking/pets. Shared laundry, fridge/stove, close to shopping, public transit, 1-parking, Call (905)655-9624 WHITBY,McQuay/Bonacord. 1- bedroom walk-out basement, gas f/p, parking, shared laundry, no smoking/pets. $900/month, Avail. immediately. Call (905)430-2635 after 5pm 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. (905) 686-3664 EXCLUSIVE garden home condo, 3-bdrm, 5 appliances, window cov- erings, c/a, c/v, garage opener, pri- vate yard, near GO/bus/401/shop- ping. Immaculate. $1600+ gas & hydro. Avail. now. (905)839-4680 NEW BOWMANVILLE CONDO for rent 3rd floor (top) corner unit, no neighbours, 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 parking, lakeview, 5 appliances, balcony, c/air, close to 401 and shopping. Immediate occupancy. $950/mo.+utilities. Kelly 647-283- 1550. 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-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 Ajax, main floor of detached house, close to lake, bus, schools & park. Garage, park- ing for 2, walkout to deck and yard. Main floor laundry, 5 appliances, air conditioning. Available immedi- ately. $1050/month plus utilities. Call (905)686-8612 3-BEDROOM CENTURY home, new carpets, newer furnace, yard, garden, near downtown Oshawa. $895/month plus utilities. Available immediately. No smoking/pets. (905)432-0930, (905)439-1042 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. AJAX, DETACHED 2 bedroom house, excellent condition, en- closed backyard, close to all amenities. $975 per mo. plus util- ities. (905) 723-8227. 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. THORNTON/GIBB semi detached, three bedroom home. $1100 + utilities, first/last required. Avail- able mid-December. 905-576-6446 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. 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 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 LIVERPOOL RD., by the lake, 2- bedroom main level of house, $925/month all inclusive. Available Jan 1st. No pets. Call (705)484- 5222 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,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 PICKERING - Whites/Bayly, main floor, 3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, walkout to deck, sep. living & din- ingroom, no smoking/pets. $1100+. 905-839-5630. PICKERING Brock/Dellbrook. For Sale or rent, 4-bedroom house, main floor family room, 2-1/2 baths, laundry, appliances, yard. Immediate, $1600-inclusive. first/last, references. (905)426- 3691, 905-619-9063 PORT PERRY SOUTH,house for rent. 3+ bedrooms, nice yard. $1000 month plus utilities. Credit check, references required. 1st and last. 905-985-1080. 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 WATERFRONT 2-bedroom bun- galow with dock on Lake Scugog, between Seagrave and Little Brit- ain, suitable for couple of single, available December 1/04. $875 plus. . (705)786-3904 WHITBY -Thickson/Dryden, 2-storey, 3-bdrms, family room, 3 bathrooms, 2-car garage. Avail. immediately. Call (416) 558-2520. 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 EXECUTIVE - TWO - 2 BED- ROOMS brand new, new applianc- es, Sheppard/Morningside, $l,200 plus. References, Dec. lst. (905) 509-2335 after 4 p.m. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. November 1st, park- ing incl. Please call 905-576-9299. NEW END UNIT TOWNHOUSE available ASAP for rent for family. 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, $1200/month plus utilities. Ross- land/Brock St., close to 401, bus stop, college. Call 416-561-6214. OSHAWA,3 bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, basement, parking. $1100 plus utilities or rent to own. Avail- able Immediately. (905)428-8887 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,Simcoe/Taunton, new bungalow townhome, 4-bdrms, 3 baths, gas f/p, 5 appliances, alarm, custom window coverings, no smoking/pets, $1600/mo plus. (905)720-1533 or (905)767-5839 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, $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. 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 Room Available December 1st. First/last preferred $400/month no smoking/pets (905)686-9782 (416)327-7727 Please leave message 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. CLEAN, MODERN TOWNHOUSE to share, North Oshawa, close to UOIT, professionals or students, $400 plus shared utilities. Avail- able Dec/Jan. (416)431-6882. OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities. Available im- mediately. 1st/last, $400/mo inclu- sive.Viewing (905)433-4088. 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. 35.6' PARK MODEL Tr ailer by Dutchmen. Sleeps 15 Comfortably. Propane/Electric Hot Water. Pro- pane Heat. Pump for easy winter- izing, shower/Tub. $12.000.00 or best offer. (905)576-7658 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the estate of LAURA VERNA WOOTTON, Pensioner, Deceased All person having claims as creditors against the estate of the above mentioned, late of the Town of Ajax, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, who died at the said Town of Ajax, on November 26th, 2003 are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before January 20, 2005. After that date the Public Guardian and Tr ustee will proceed to distribute the es- tate, having regard only to the claims of which she then shall have had notice. Anyone having knowledge of a Will or next-of-kin of the above mentioned is also required to contact the undersigned. DATED at Toronto on November 17th, 2004. PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE, ESTATE TRUSTEE 595 BAY STREET, SUITE 900 TORONTO, ONTARIO M5G 2M6 File: 816346-011 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 Oshawa Civic Auditorium Spring Home Show March 2005 Cal Devon to book your space 905-579-4473 ext. 2236 BAY RIDGES CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 900 Sandy Beach Rd., Pickering Sat. Dec. 4th. 10am - 2 pm Crafts, baked good and lots more!!! ~ GET APPROVED ~ Fee li n g l im i te d be c a u s e o f : • NO CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • COLLECTIONS • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCES • REFUSED BY BANK Ca l l D e r r i ck 9 0 5 -4 2 6 -0 0 5 1 Looking for a second chance at rebuilding your credit? With a variety of New & Used Import and Domestic Vehicles, put the past behind you - Start driving towards your new future today!! 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PLEASE JOIN US in Pickering at: 955 Brock Road - Unit 5 (just South of Bayly) SUNDAY, Nov. 28, at 1:00 pm (Viewing at Noon) TUESDAY, Nov. 30, at 6:30 pm (Viewing at 5:30 pm) NOTE: Based on previous sales results, many items sell at 80% to 90% less than the regular retail price!!! All sales subject to a 10% Buyer's Premium All merchandise sold "As Is" Cash/VISA/Master Card/Debit 1990 SAFARI 460 snowmobile, liquid cooled, electric start. Stud- ded track, Great Shape! $1500. Phone jack or Bill. Days 905-433- 1392; weekends/nights 905-728- 8834 snp 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 Christmas Special 40% off lifetime membership. 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 HAPPY HARD-WORKING over seas nannies available. www.sadocos.com 905-426-5381. 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 TLC DAYCARE,South Ajax area, non-smoking, secure (parent on- ly) access web cam. CPR, First- aid, police check. Flexible hours. (905)426-7540. 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. 1 "Quickie" reclining wheelchair with full legs support. For more in- fo.call 905-986-4111. 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. 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 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 COMPUTERS:BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. SPECIAL Fri, Sat & Sun. Cd burner with pur- chase of P3/933 Tower-Complete System Only $399.00; P3/500 To w er-Complete System only $269. CD-RW upgrade only $30 w/system purchase. Dell Latitude Nbk: P2/366 only $399. (ltd quan- tities). Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up/Delivery within Oshawa/Whitby. Minimal Charge other areas. CD-RW upgrades only $50. Interac, Visa & Master- card accepted. Layaway Plans. Leasing now available OAC on New & Refurbished Systems. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block east of Park/Bond). Call (905)576- 9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING. Princess Cut. .75ct VV5 clarity, H-Colour, 18K Gold. Paid $8,000. Asking $4500. Call (905)668-3129 (daytime) 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. DAGMAR RESORT,Want to save $$$? 2 for 1 lift ticket coupons for only $35. Call 905-426-3193 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 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 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! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. XBOX MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $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; stainless steel wall garbage bin $50; Unique ice hut heater propane electric start $50; 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. SATELLITE SERVICES:Direct TV dishnet, FTA, C-band, HD-TV. 20 years servicing satellite. (416)282-4640, or drop by store for a demo. A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 26, 2004 www.durhamregion.com 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 UPRIGHT piano, Mason & Rich, built approx. 1930's in Toronto, ex- cellent condition, asking $1,000. call (905)436-6395. WASHER & DRYER (full size), Whirlpool, $100/pair OBO. Wash- er & dryer (apartment size/stack- ing). Works great $150 OBO. Call 905-372-1431 CASH FOR GOLD,diamonds, estate jewelry, wrist and pocket watches (any condition), art glass, original paintings, call 905-576- 9203. 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 AAA-Lakeridge Farm Firewood, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for tree work and lot clearing. Call 905-424-1735. 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 For tec 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. 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 LAB PUPS,first shots, dewormed. CKC Registered. Ready for Christ- mas. Call (905)344-7093. PUGS Vet checked. $900. 3 black, 1 fawn, all male. Call Sharon or Nat 905-404-8466 PUREBRED LAB PUPS, (black), first shots, dewormed. Parents on site. Ready for a good home, $500 each. Call (705)793-9566 even- ings 1986 GRAND PRIX,excellent con- dition, no rust, certified, stereo, $1800 o.b.o. Call (905)448-9671 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 1993 GRAND PRIX,4-door, white, fully loaded, lean car. Must See! $3,000. Call Frank (905)665-0695 1993 HONDA CIVIC SI,5-spd, sunroof, green, runs great, $2,000 o.b.o.Original owner, selling to buy van. Bowmanville (905)623- 8751 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 ACCORD LX,clean great condition,lady driven,ABS,alumi- num mag rims, power win- dows,locks, air,92000kms, Asking $16,800. Call Mike (905)426- 6815(416)989-9541 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. 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. 2001 SATURN 3dr., totally loaded, immaculate condition, only 71,000 kms. Lady driven and still 29,000km warranty on powertrain. Certified & e-tested, $9,975 (no GST). (905)683-5503 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 2003 TOYOTA MATRIX RX,4WD, ABS, AC, auto, A./C, power win- dows/locks, keyless, cruise, 19,000-km. (gently used) extended warranty, Roadside assistance, rust-proofing. $22,000. 905-426- 5716 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 CLEAN USED CARS - 99 Cava- lier Z24, 5-spd, loaded, sunroof, cd, $4,500; 96 Voyager van, V6, auto, $3,200; 95 Safari SLE, load- ed, $4,200; 95 Chev Lumina, 4dr, auto, pw, pl, $3,600. All e-test- ed/certified. Financing available oac. (905) 426-8922. Dealer. 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 SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 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. 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. 1989 CHEVY HALF TON TRUCK, V8, utility box, needs work, runs, best offer. Call Jane 905-668- 8558. 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 Ta lon $2295. Others from $1699 & up. Certified & e-tested (Kelly & Sons since 1976). (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002 1993 JEEP YJ WRANGLER, 220,000-kms. 4x4, 4-cyl, 2.5-L. Excellent on Gas, includes soft top & tinted hard top. 2 sets of rims, MP3 player & killer sound system. Alarm, Runs great. Must See. Asking $5,800. (905)432-0064, 905-259-3001 after 6pm. 1996 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heri- tage Softtail Classic, 42,000KM. Lots of extras, lots of chrome, like new, mint condition, $20,000. Call Mike h:905-697-9925, c:905-435- 8897. 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. (905) 683-1110 EXCLUSIVELY YOURS Discover Durham's Most Reputable Agency Without the attitude Quality time is our motto Discretion Guaranteed! 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SERVICE MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Ceramic Tile, Laminate Flooring, Plumbing, General Repairs. Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul marshallgroup@rogers.com BriCo Home Improvements *Basements *Decks *Drywall *Painting *Taping *Crown Moulding FREE ESTIMATES Call Brian 905-686-8841 or e-mail: b.gaudet@sympatico.ca F & M HOME RENOVATIONS Carpentry for all your needs! Framing basements, trim work, interior door installations You supply the material, we'll do the work! Call (905)420-7394 Kitchen/Bathrooms ✓Ceramic Tile ✓Rec. Rooms ✓Minor household repairs All work guaranteed (905)431-8204 M & M CONSTRUCTION Serving Durham for 18yrs. Additions, basements, bathrooms, kitchens, windows, doors, roofing, decks, 100's of References call (905)427-4234 FOR YOUR ESTIMATE PLUMBER ON THE GO To p Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 AJOBW ELL D O NE!905-831-1812 Call Mike HOME RENOVATIONS•REPAIRS CARPENTRY • DRYWALL • DECKS ELECTRICAL & MORE. . . ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 P & H Painting Professional, Experienced, Reliable Interior/Exterior Call for free estimate (905)686-7889 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 $45/hr 2 movers + truck 24' trucks available. www.triumphmoving.com 416-802-9849 905-883-4406 Triumph Moving CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential. Pickering & Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" Country Scents Home & Office Cleaning •Reliable •Bonded •Reasonable Rates •Quality Work •References 416-953-5680 First Choice Window Cleaning Eavestroughs and Repairs 20 Years exp. For Free Estimate Call Allen or Laura (905)426-8980 (416)389-2180 CARPETS LAMINATES HARDWOOD Super Deal on Laminate & Carpets Free 10mm pad w/inst. Repairs & Restretch Fully Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates * Sam (905) 706-3206 Executive Carpets Co. Pre-finished hardwood/laminates. No store, no rent. Warehouse prices. Free underpad. Free estimates. 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Home Renovations ●Bathrooms ●Additions ●Basement ●Custom Work Fully Insured Free Estimates Phone (905)428-3499 Fax (905)683-8893 G e t t i n g r e a d y t o m o v e ? S e l l y o u r “D o n ’t N e e d s ” H o w ? W i t h a f a s t - M e t r o l a n d D u r h a m R e g i o n M e d i a G r o u p C l a s s i f i e d A d . C a l l ... 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -0 7 0 7 o f f i c e h o u r s a r e M o n - F r i 8 a m -8 p m www.durhamregion.comFax(905)619-9068 C OME W ORSHIP & & & BAYFAIR BAPTIST CHURCH 817 Kingston Rd. PICKERING, ON L1V 2R2 (Two lights east of White’s Rd.) COME AND MEET OUR NEW SENIOR PASTOR REV. DAN COLLISION SERVICES Sunday School 9:35 am Wednesday Evening Sunday Morning 11:00 am Prayer/Bible Study Sunday Evening 6:00 pm 7:00 pm Programs for the entire family Office: (905) 839-4621 Fax: (905) 839-4622 bayfair@bellnet.ca “The Church in the heart of the community with the community at its heart” WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us ! Worship Times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) Our Special Christmas Worship Sections will publish Friday December 17, and Wednesday December 22 To adverti se your “Special Christmas Services” Call Janice Samoyloff @ 905-683-0707 or Email: jsam@durhamregion.com ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N. Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sat., Nov. 27 @ 6:00 p.m. Pot-Luck Supper with Rev. Ron Wallace Sunday, November 28 Mission Sunday Service - 10:30 a.m. Guest - Rev. Ron Wallace Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME The Pickering Baha´i Community Invites You to Reflect on the Following Passage “The betterment of the world can be accomplished through pure and goodly deeds, through commendable and seemly conduct.” For More Information: www.ca.bahai.org pickeringlsa@hotmail.ca St. Paul’s United Church Wheelchair Accessible - Hearing Assistance Celebrate the Christmas Season N ovember 28th 10:30 AM - Advent 1 - Worship 7:00 PM - Ecumenical Service December 1st 7:00 PM -Explorer/Messenger Christmas Concert December 5th 10:30 AM - Advent II - White Gift December 12th 10:30 AM - Advent III - Jesus’ Birthday Party December 15th 7:30 PM - Light In The Darkness Service December 19th 10:30 AM - Advent IV - Choir Cantata 7:00 PM - Carolling December 24th 7:00 PM - Family Christmas Eve Service & Pageant 11:15 PM - Candlelight Communion 65 Kings Crescent, Ajax (905) 683-4740 www.stpaulsajax.org The Church With The Open Arms Come & Experience The Real Joy Of Christmas! * EXPERIENCE MEANINGFUL WORSHIP * EXPERIENCE GOD’S PRESENCE * EXPERIENCE THE REALITY OF THE LORD JESUS Safe Haven Worship Centre (immediately south of 401, on west side of Brock Rd.) * Sundays 10 a.m. - Family Worship followed by Refreshments * Wednesday 7 p.m. - Prayer & Bible Study Adults/Youth & AWANA Sunday, December 5th @ 6 p.m. ‘Handel’s Young Messiah’ Presented by Jubilance Singers & Orchestra Dr. Sam Martin, Pastor A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, November 26, 2004 www.durhamregion.com 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 s h i n g Publishing o n on S u n d a y Sunday D e c . 1 9 , 2 0 0 4 Dec. 19, 2004 D i d Y o u 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. Line 1-416-798-7259 McMillan Robert "Bob" who passed away November 26, 2003 It's lonely here without you We miss you more each day For life is not the same to us Since you were called away. Always in our hearts & dearly missed. Forever loved, Wife Eleanor Barry & Anne, David & Deirdre, Sharon & Trevor, Grandchildren Caitlin, Kristen, Harrison & Gavin Armstrong, O'Leary George Succumbed peaceful- ly in his sleep at age 75 in the early morning of No- vember 19th at Bay Ridges Long Term Care Facility in Pickering. Born in Jamaica, a son of the late Eric and Edith Armstrong, he immigrated to Canada in 1947. He is the father of Sharon, Anthony, George and Troy and the Grandfather of several. He is pre- deceased by his sister Esmine (Beta) and brother Everald (Val) and survived by his brother Eric of To- ronto, Bromley of Pickering and sisters Olive (Madge) of New York and Monica Magnus of Pick- ering. A private cremation has been performed. A Memorial Service will be held at the chapel of the Manresa Jesuit Centre, 2325 Liverpool Rd. Picker- ing at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, 2004. In lieu of flowers donations to the charity of your choice would be sincerely appreciated. JACKSON, Lloyd Charles Suddenly at his home in Pickering on Wednesday November 24, 2004 after a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of Aurelie. Loving father of Deborah Waye and her husband Glen, and Gordon Jackson and his wife Karen. Dear grandfather of Ryan, Christine, and Samantha. Brother of June Jackson, and the late David Jackson. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 5-6 pm Saturday, November 27, 2004. A funeral service to follow in the chapel at 6 pm. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. CAMPKIN, Mary -Passed away peacefully on No- vember 25, 2004 at Rouge Valley Health Centre - Ajax and Pickering at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Percy, residents of Pickering for 50 years. Cher- ished mother of Dan and Pat Campkin of Ajax, Diane and Gary Vickerson of Burnt River, Christine and Kevin Cardinal of Pickering, Abbigail and Jason Misseri of Pickering and Percy Junior of Pickering. Loving grandmother of Lori, Mike, Melissa, Gary, Terry, Amanda, Kristal, Tyler and Brandon. Great grandmother of Jessie, Cody, Kristin, Alyssa, Frank Jr., Ryan and Ava. Sister to Jack Hewit. A private family service was held at the McEACHNIE FU- NERAL HOME (905-428-8488). Cremation. Service with a smile! For Great Job Opportunities check out our general employment sectionwww.durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 PAGE 37 A/P *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant View these listings on-line @www.durhamregion.com 9 THORP CRES., AJAX OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN., NOV. 27 & 28 2-4 P.M. 3 bdrm. freehold townhome. Liv. rm., din. rm., fam. rm., eat-in kit., mstr. bdrm. w/4 pc. ensuite & walk- in closet, hrdwd. flr., porcelain tiles & upgraded brdlm., extra deep lot, close to schools, transit, rec centre & highways. LIZ NERO* 905 427-1400 Rouge River Realty Ltd. $229,900 ROB LEBSKIN* 416 854-1086 SAT .NOV. 26, 2-4:00 P.M. 43 PENNEFATHER BA CK ON T HE MA R K E T - DEA L FELL THR OU G H NO $M ON E Y $ D OWN AJA X MOTIVATED VENDORS. Available 3 bdrm. townhouse, Westney & Hwy. 2. Backs onto park. 2 1 ⁄ 2 Years new. 1 1 ⁄ 2 baths. For further information call Rob Lebskin. 31⁄4% TOTAL COMMISSION FULL MLS SERVICES $209,888SUZANNE EMMER* 416-281-2200 132 GUTHRIE CRES., WHITBY SUN., NOV. 28, 2-4 P.M. Great deal in popular "Otter Creek" neighbourhood. This fully detached 4 bdrm. backsplit is situated on a huge "50 x 150" ft. lot with an inground pool. Home needs a bit of T.L.C. and is priced to sell fast! Come and take a look before it's sold! For further info call Suzanne Emmer @ 416-281-2200.$239,000CASE REALTY LTD.$350,000 23 FERN MEADOW RD. (Lawrence & Manse Rd.) SAT., NOV. 27, 2-4 P.M. Location! Location! "The Meadows of West Hill," Lavender Model. Stunning 3 bdrm. home, fully detached in great family neighbourhood. Finished basement with custom entertainment center & extra bdrm. Beautifully landscaped yard, large private deck, overlooking fuly fenced rear property. Walk to T.T.C., shopping, schools! Call for more info. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Headed for the hoop AJAX — J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate Storm’s Kate Weiss tries to muscle her way past Sin- clair Secondary School Celtics defender Stephanie Parfitt during the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) ‘AAAA’ senior girls’ basketball championship game. The final games were hosted at Port Perry High School on Wednesday night. The Celtics quieted the Storm 83-33 to qualify for the upcoming provincial championships. Weiss scored 11 points to lead the Storm, followed by Tamar Haughton with 10. Meanwhile, in the junior girls’ ‘AAAA’ final, the Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas, of Pickering, downed the Eastdale Collegiate Eagles of Oshawa 44-37. Natasha Gill led Pine Ridge with 13 points. Britni Bannister chipped in with 10 for the Pumas. Annual Home Club Competition set for recreation complex ice on Dec. 4 PICKERING — Members of the Skate Canada Picker- ing Skating Club are off to a fine start, with a number of skaters passing their vari- ous tests so far this season. Of late, a number of skat- ers in the club’s CanSkate program earned badges by mastering basic skills in various stages of the pro- gram. CanSkate is Canada’s na- tional learn-to-skate pro- gram, designed for begin- ners of all ages and devel- oped by experts to teach skating fundamentals in a progressive and sequential manner. The following skaters in the CanSkate program earned badges: Stage 1: Megan Smith, Victoria Knoll, Jennifer Rhynas, Brennan Ruttle, Stephanie Chong, Dayne St. Clair, Preet Panesar, Olivia Mukai, Francesca Demma, Jasmeet Panesar, Cassy Ramsaroop, Alex Bacque, Brooke Oldfin, Rebekah Van Rooy, Declan Vieg, Warren Mayer, Victoria Kazakis, Krista McMackin, Alison Zhou, Emily Wardle, Akkil Ku maran, Pishoy Awadaila, Amanda Semenuk, Dawson Gamble, Nicole Lorencez, Luke Maltese, Haley Ling- um, Michael Dillon, Deion Balakumur, Elise Perrier, Emily Forshaw, Nicholas Holland, Marvin Restua, Lea Kreutz, Sarah McMil- lan, Patrick Holland, Mar- jorie Restua, Brett Carter, Fiaz Suliaman, Shadia Su- liaman, Jacob Pecorari, Ju lian Pecorari, Alexandra Pecorari, Jasmine Siroh, Sam Demma, Christopher Krupl; Stage 2: Preet Panesar, Olivia Mukai, Cameron Be- attie, Jasmeet Panesar, Jes- sica Julian, Alexandra Pec- orari, Jacob Pecorari, Julian Pecorari, Zachary Winda- Culter; Stage 3: Jessica Julian, Rachel Dillon, Jacob Pec- orari, Julian Pecorari; Stage 4: Courtney Dodds; Stage 5: Nicole Schilling. Meanwhile, Pickering’s StarSkate skaters earned great results from their first test day of the season, Nov. 10. StarSkate skaters build on the basic skills learned in CanSkate and work on ice dance, skills, and free skate programs. Skaters registered with Pickering’s StarSkate pro- grams have several op- portunities each year to take tests and the option to compete against skaters from other clubs. Those passing their tests were: Preliminary free skate: Tobi Odeueke, Joanna Salvagna, Amanda Smith, Ky lie Burt; Preliminary elements: Ky lie Burt; Michelle Nich- olson; Preliminary dance - ca- nasta: Jacquelyn Van Rooy, Noelle Baird, Navena Swaminathan, Alexandra Joknic; Preliminary dance - baby blues: Mia Moore, Natalie Van Rooy, Amanda Fowler, Devon Gleed, Rieza Macali- nao, Marc-Andre Servant; Junior bronze free skate: Emily Emerson; Junior bronze dance - swing: Alissa Kuksis, Alana Grant; Junior bronze dance - fi- esta: Nicole Haughton; Junior bronze dance - willow: Marisa Olguin, Ta- mara Dowhy, Kailey Trew- artha, Marc-Andre Servant, Amanda Cozier; Junior bronze skills: Aliesha Cozier, Jacqueline Clarke, Emma Allain, Ra- chel Dobson; Senior bronze free skate: Sandra Black; Senior bronze dance - ten fox: Jacqueline Clarke, Rachel Dobson, Kirsten Ku ksis; Senior bronze dance - 14 step: Jennifer Pappas, Jill Adams; Senior bronze dance - European: Aliesha Cozier, Ky lie Burt. In other news, the club holds its annual Home Club Competition Satur- day, Dec. 4 at the Pickering Recreation Complex from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Sunday, Dec. 19, the club’s three synchronized skat- ing teams unveil their new competitive programs from 2 to 3 p.m. There’s free admission to both events. Registration for new members takes place Nov. 27 and Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the complex’s arena lobby. For more information, call 905-420-4117. Pickering skaters make the grade at ice tests *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant Brand new custom built homes, Rosebank and Sheppard - gorgeous 4 bdrms, 2 storey, brick and stone exterior, hardwood floors, maple kitchen, oak staircase with wrought iron pickets, computer nook, 9ft ceil- ings main floor, cold room, vinyl windows, coiffered ceilings, gas fireplace, central air conditioning plus plus more!! 100% complete, ready to move in immediately! Great location in Pickering, walk to schools, shops and transit. $389,900 SATURDAY NOVEMBER 27 & SUNDAY NOVEMBER 28 ~ 2-5PM 509 & 511 SHEPPARD AVENUELEO BARRASSO* 905 477-0011 or 416 616-6669 All-Stars Realty IncGRAND O P E N I N G View these listings on-line @www.durhamregion.com 56 DEVERILL CRES., AJAX HERITAGE HILLS II KIM SPEIR* 416 443-0300 SUN. NOV. 28, 2-4 P.M. 826 PRIMROSE CT. (FAIRPORT NORTH OF FINCH) Gorgeous all brick executive 2+4 bdrm. bungalow with an incredible 3 bdrm. in-law suite located on one of Pickering’s finest courts. 9 ft. ceilings, hardwood flrs., fireplace, french doors, crown moulding, mn. flr. fam. rm. & laundry rm. plus so much more!! Bring the in-laws - absolutely perfect! $539,000! Kim Speir, Sales Representative, Royal LePage Signature Realty (416) 443-0300. Signature Realty Independently Owned & Operated GERRY KORENTOS* 905 831-3300 FIRST Realty Ltd. SAT. & SUN. NOV. 27 & 28 2-4 P.M. 1975 ROSEFIELD RD. U13 3 BEDROOM CONDO TOWNHOUSE Located on a very quiet street in CENTRAL PICKERING. Close to transportation, shopping, schools and all amenities. Well-maintained home with hardwood flooring and upgraded broadloom. Large master bedroom with two double closets and semi-ensuite. Eat-in kitchen. Includes 4 appliances. Quick closing available. Affordably priced at just $159,900 . GEORGE BAPHALOUKOS*** 905-716-3710 905-853-5955 SUN. NOV. 28, 1-5 P.M. 1736 GREENVALE, CRES., PICKERING “Welcome Home” to this bright and spacious quality built house. Close to all amenities! Large rooms, freshly updated throughout, new gleaming hardwoods, ceramic floors, new trims and doors, on a very private pie-shaped pool-sized lot. Feats: fp., CAC, att. gar., completely finished basement. Mature and fenced. New shingles in 2003. Future Realty Inc. $375,500DOUG TAYLOR** 905 831-3300 FIRST Realty Ltd. SAT. & SUN. NOV. 27 & 28, 1-4 P.M. 1861 SHADYBROOK DR., PICKERING This semi is loaded! Hardwood flooring, new carpet, finished basement, 4 large bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, 2 walkouts to yard, deck, large fenced yard. This won’t last! Call Doug Taylor, 905-831-3300. www.dougtaylor.ca $239,900JUST LISTED!JAY VANULAR* 905 831-3300 FIRST Realty Ltd. SAT. NOV. 27, 1-4 P.M. 1 MARSHALL CRES., AJAX Gorgeous brick home featuring an open concept kit. w/hrdwd. flr. and w/o to deck and sep. din. rm. with french doors and hrdwd. Open concept sunken main flr. fam. rm. w/fp. and hrdwd. flr. Living rm. incl. cathedral ceiling and bay window 2nd flr. loft to use as a computer area for kids. Enjoy proximity to shopping, schools, parks, recreation and GO Train, 401 or 407. This 3+1 bdrm. plus loft home has an extremely desirable location with an even more desirable price tag at $279,900 with an exquisite kit. and mn. flr. fam. rm. with w/o to yard and a beautifully oriented fp. and is fin. to perfection upstairs and down. Available for quick possession. Call Jay Vanular for more info or visit www.jayvanular.com. 6366 OLD KINGSTON RD. OPEN HOUSE SAT., NOV. 27 2-4 P.M. Stunning home on a great lot, awesome great room with cathedral ceilings, skylight, hardwood floors, no disappointments. Kitchen entire width of house with centre island, garden views combined with family rm. for great entertaining, fireplace, ceramics. It sparkles! See you there. AGATHE SCHONFELD Associate Broker 416- 699-9292 Hallmark Realty Ltd., BrokerStunning 1893 FAIRPORT ROAD, PICKERING SUN. NOV. 28, 2-4 P.M. Immaculate 3 + 1 bedroom home shows to perfection. Professionally painted, totally upgraded, finished basement with fireplace, oversized lot 85 x 116 ft., large driveway holds up to 8 cars, 6 appliances. Call Trevor Rodrigues 416-445- 8855. Keller Williams Referred Realty. Keller Williams Referred Realty LEE BYERS* 416- 445-8855 $344,900 Rouge River Realty Ltd. DAVID McINTYRE* 905-427-1400 148 CHATFIELD DR. SUN., NOV. 28, 2-3 P.M. Valued at $239,900. Immaculate spacious and open floor plan! Professionally finished rec room. Gas fireplace! Bar! Must be seen! Call David McIntyre at 905-427-1400 or visit www.DurhamHomeNet.com today! www.DurhamHomeNet.com 134 CHATFIELD DR. SUN., NOV. 28, 3-4 P.M.$239,900$239,800Valued at $239,800. All brick detached home shows to perfection top to bottom! Hardwood floors, finished rec room, bar! Call David McIntyre for further info at 905-427-1400 or visit www.DurhamHomeNet.com today! 144 SMALES DR. OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2-4 P.M. SUNDAY 2-4 P.M. HARWOOD/FISHLOCK Don’t miss this beauty!! Thousands spent on upgrades here. Gorgeous finished walkout basement overlooks greenbelt. Kitchen to die for (walkout to dbl. tier deck), spotlights thruout plus hardwood, master bedroom loft top floor w/4 pc. ensuite, c/air, c/vac/gas fireplace/front entrance enclosure. Largest sq. ft. home on street, all appliances. Just listed! Won’t last. STEVE KOSTKA* 905 839-7449 Rouge River Realty Ltd. WA LKOUT BAS E M E NT 9 STOCKTON SUN. NOV. 28, 1-3 P.M. Sunny, inviting new Tormina quality townhome, numerous features and upgrades, all appliances included, paved and grass installed, quiet family court with park to be built. Attractive home ready and waiting for you. NICOLE BREWSTER* 905-619-9500 $234,900 sutton-group heritage realty ltd. A/P PAGE 38 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, NOVEMBER 26, 2004 durhamregion.com VOTED BEST USED CAR DEALER www.villagechrysler.ca★★★★★ WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD!!!www.villagechrysler.ca C H R Y S L E R •D O D G E •J E E P “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER”“THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” CHRYSLER UP TO $1,000 SS E R V I C E H O U R S : M ON .-T HUR S .7-M I D N I G H T F R I .7 -6,S AT U R D A Y 8 -4VV I L L A G E C H R Y S L E R 19 HARWOOD AVE. AJAX19 HARWOOD AVE. 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