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Email: service@pickeringhonda.com The Pickering 42 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 A CLASSIC Pickering High just misses title Page 8 SHOWING OFF Latest Backwoods play hits stage Page 13 NO WORRIES Volvo helps with winter drives Wheels pullout Rae calls for more funds, direction Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo A group of protesters gathered on Sideline 22 yesterday as contractors met to learn details about bidding on the demoli- tion of 25 buildings in the area. Protesters want historic homes preserved Demolition in north Pickering expected by March 31 By Danielle Milley Staff Writer CLAREMONT — About a dozen people used songs, signs and a trac- tor yesterday to disrupt the visits of contractors interested in demolish- ing homes on the federal lands in Pickering. Members of Heritage Pickering, people associated with the group Land Over Landings, and residents of the federal lands convened on the mucky road in front of the Picker- ing Lands Office as contractors met inside with officials from Transport Canada and Public Works to find out more information about the tender. Michael Robertson, who has been working on Land Over Landings, or- ganized the gathering. “Instead of spending half a million to tear them down we could be mak- ing money from them,” he said, ad- vocating all the homes be tenanted in order to provide stewardship for the land. Public Works and Government Services Canada, which manages the properties for Transport Canada, published the tender Feb. 1. The contract is for the demolition of 25 buildings by March 31 at a estimated cost of $250,000 to $500,000. “The project involves the demo- lition of derelict light commercial, residential and farm buildings on the Pickering Lands Site,” reads the posting on the public tenders web- site www.merx.com. It goes on to say structures are to be dismantled and foundations removed. When Public Works was contact- ed, requests for information about All aboard for suggested post-secondary tuition improvements By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Like a locomotive, On- tario’s colleges and universities need a destination and the fuel to get there, says Bob Rae, who also wants as many passengers on board as possible. The former Ontario premier, on Mon- day, released ‘Ontario — A Leader in Learning’, his final report after reviewing Ontario’s post-secondary education sys- tem. Mr. Rae recommends major reforms to student aid, including a new provin- cial grant by 2006/07 for low-income pupils to cover tuition and other fees for the first four years of study up to a maxi- mum of $6,000 per year. Institutions that charge more than that would be required to make up the difference. Thousands of students would pay no tuition at all, and for students incurring debt but whose after-graduation income is low, the debt should simply be erased. Citing a decade of neglect by provin- cial governments, he calls for an infu- sion of $1.3 billion in provincial money over three years. “I want to be very clear here about what the new funding is for,” Mr. Rae states. “It is not to disappear into the administrative function of institutions. It is not a one-time infusion to make up for previous cutbacks. Its purpose is focused on accomplishing results: great education for students, more opportuni- ties for people to attend, and a secure post-secondary education system for the long term.” Gary Polonsky, president of Durham College and University of Ontario Insti- tute of Technology, hails the report, say- ing, “if the government ends up doing even the majority of the stuff, it’ll be a watershed moment for my industry.” He said the news was good for stu- dents, who have complained about the cost of attending university or college. March labour actions appears inevitable By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — As expected, Durham’s public elementary teachers have given their union a strong strike mandate. At a vote held Monday at the Oshawa Civic Auditorium, 91 per cent of voting teachers, members of the Durham unit of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO), favoured giving the union the go-ahead to conduct labour action — including a full withdrawal of services. Rachel Gencey, Durham unit presi- dent, said 70 to 75 per cent of the unit’s almost 3,000 teachers took part in the vote. A work-to-rule campaign in Dur- ham District School Board elementary schools will begin next month if Dur- ham ETFO and the board are unable to reach a contract agreement. Like the 2003 work-to-rule here, Ms. Gencey says such a campaign would “definitely be incremental or escalating in nature. “Not unlike the last one, in a sense, you start small and you build up. You slowly take things away.” She said Durham ETFO is “moving in tandem with every other ETFO local in the province” as far as labour action is concerned. Many ETFO locals have been voting in favour of strike action of late, and Ms. Gencey says all have been in provincial takeover mode, al- lowing the provincial ETFO to take the bargaining lead, for eight months. The two sides met for a morning bar- gaining session on Tuesday, with Ms. Gencey reporting “some good discus- sion with the board.” They next plan to meet March 4. Te achers are seeking 200 minutes of preparation time per week, higher sala- ries and benefit improvements. ETFO members conducted a four- month work-to-rule campaign in Dur- ham schools in early 2003, steadily es- calating it until, by Stage 4, teachers refused to take part in any aspect of the Province’s standardized tests and limited supervisory duties to 60 min- utes per week. Along the way, teachers stopped coaching or supervising sports or clubs and including comments on report cards. Now Greenwood says it wants out Pickering council agrees community shouldn’t be included in greenbelt By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — Don Beach believes Greenwood is going to die if the Prov- ince includes all of the hamlet and sur- rounding area in its Golden Horseshoe Greenbelt. Mr. Beach was one of several Green- wood residents who made a presenta- tion to council Monday night request- ing it not accept the staff recommen- dation to request that the Ontario min- ister of municipal affairs and housing include all of the Greenwood area in the greenbelt. He has lived on Hwy. 7 in Green- wood for 35 years. “We want to impress upon you that (the Greenwood and Area Residents Association) does not speak for the majority of people who live in the pro- posed greenbelt expansion,” Mr. Beach said. Over the past few months, GARA made presentations to council and met with City staff, with the staff recom- mendation coming about from those meetings, as well as two open houses in Greenwood. Mr. Beach said he was speaking on behalf of several Greenwood residents. About 35 people in attendance at the council meeting raised their hands to indicate they agreed. If all of Greenwood and area were in- cluded in the greenbelt there would be strict restrictions on what landowners could do with their property. As well, infill and rounding out of the hamlet would be the only growth allowed. Currently the Greenwood cluster and the western portion of the hamlet are included in the Province’s draft green- belt “When no one new can come to a community it dies,” Mr. Beach said. “Since I read this document last week I have been in mourning, in mourning Pickering elementary teachers deliver strike mandate ✦ See Ratepayers, Page 2 ✦ See Demolition, Page 2 ✦ See Polonsky, Page 2 P PAGE 2 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 Sold As Sets Only HIGHWAY #2TOWNLINEDON CHERRY'S PRICECHOPPERHARWOOD AVE.SALEM RD.KINGSTON RD. 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Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of let- ters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905- 683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durham- region.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. NEWS ADVERTISER for my home and my vil- lage,” he said. “I know it will die, the school will close if this happens.” William Brown agreed. He has lived in the same house in Greenwood for 73 years and his family has farmed there for 150 years. He talked about the mills, the canning factory and all the other commercial ven- tures that have left the ham- let over the years. “Today you can’t buy a cup of coffee in Greenwood, every last business is gone,” he said. “There is nothing left but the school and it is in jeopardy.” Mr. Brown said Green- wood should be developed in an orderly fashion. John Wager, representing GARA, also made a presen- tation. He defended the po- sition presented to the City. “We’re an open book. We’ve formulated our opin- ions based on what’s been provided to us by residents,” he said, adding GARA con- ducted a survey and held open houses to gauge what the community was think- ing. After listening to the pre- sentations, council unani- mously passed a motion brought forward by Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson to recommend the Province remove all of the hamlet from the greenbelt. That was the original posi- tion of council in December before the Province extend- ed the comment deadline and staff had more time to hear from residents. “Tonight’s outpouring of support of the recom- mendation that we brought forward as a council re- ally makes me feel better,” Coun. Johnson said. He said growth needs to continue to be planned for Greenwood and the City should be doing that plan- ning. “This is not the approval of any application, this is the furthest thing from that,” he said referring to the Ber- rywoods Farms application to build 381 homes in the hamlet. “This is to indicate we want to continue to have planning control.” The Province is expected to pass the greenbelt legis- lation next month. ✦ Ratepayers’ from page 1 Ratepayers’ group defends position “He’s recommending leg- islation that enshrines that every qualified student will find a place, regardless of means,” says Mr. Polonsky, noting that arrangement, in the form of the educational justice guarantee, is already in place at DC/UOIT. Mr. Rae said he rejected calls to eliminate tuition all together, arguing that since students benefit from their education they should pay their share. However, Mr. Polonsky notes that Mr. Rae says there should be no tuition increas- es until grants to institutions have risen as well and until the student assistance sys- tem is fixed. “I think students should take comfort in noting there are the two safeguards,” he says. “There will not be the continual funding of the system on the backs of stu- dents.” Thomas Coughlan, stu- dent association president at DC/UOIT, welcomed the call for help for students fac- ing financial barriers, noting assistance doesn’t recognize the cost, almost $1,500 per year, local students pay to lease their laptop computers. He also appre- ciates the call for more collabora- tion between col- leges and univer- sities, which he described as “im- portant to our campus.” Mr. Polonsky points to Mr. Rae’s call for a Council on Higher Education to be established in Ontario as a positive step. It would be responsible for duties such as setting targets and measurements for im- provements and monitoring and reporting on perfor- mance. “I don’t see this as a chal- lenge to institu- tional autonomy,” he said. Elsewhere in the report, Mr. Rae argues that each university and college needs to be autonomous and develop as distinct institu- tions, collaborat- ing however, to make it easier for students to move between them. The post-secondary re- view was announced with the 2004 budget and Mr. Rae was asked to focus on the system’s design and funding. Polonsky likes Rae’s student focus ✦ Polonsky from page 1 Gary Polonsky the meeting and demolition were referred to the website. Transport Canada, on the other hand, did answer questions. “Today’s meeting was for contractors to come and see the scheduled 25 demoli- tions,” said Gail Crossman, director of communications with Transport Canada. Several members from Heritage Pickering were at the protest because they want the ability to research and study the many poten- tially historic homes on the federal lands. “They’re just destroying what is left of our heritage... There’s quite a lot of history in these homes,” said Charles Stinson, a member of the group. “It’s just a shame that they’re allowed to rub- ber stamp the bulldozing of houses.” Many of the protesters said the demolition of the homes is being prompted to make it easier to build an airport on the site. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority released its draft plan for a regional reliever in November. “I hate to think that these houses and the history that goes along with it is going to be destroyed for an un- needed airport,” said Angela Steyn, who has rented her property on Sideline 24 since 1974. Ms. Crossman said the bulldozing is routine. “Demolitions are a part of the day-to-day decisions of the property management,” she said. 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Durham College and University of Ontario Institute of Technology stu- dents voted 86 per cent in favour of supporting a new centre on campus. Of the 1,701 valid ballots cast over three days last week, 1,459 were in favour of the proposed, $14-million dollar facility, with just 242 against. The percentage is the same as the results of a student survey conducted last fall. “The only time that we really saw any negative feedback was when peo- ple were misinformed that the athletic centre might limit the potential for, say, the engineering building,” said Thomas Coughlan, president of the student association at UOIT and Dur- ham College. In fact, he said the athletic centre is different in that it will be built with- out provincial funds, solely from fees charged to students. The overall ath- letic fee charged to students will rise from $30 to $80 this September, and increase to $105 and $175 per student in 2006/07 and 2007/08, respectively. For that, Mr. Coughlan says students will have access to five gyms on cam- pus, the new tennis centre, a twin-pad arena to be complete by this summer, and what has been billed as one of the best soccer fields in southern Ontario. And there’s more. The 72,000- square-foot facility, to be attached to the current athletic centre, is to feature an elevated running track and a 10,000-sq.-ft., state-of-the-art fitness centre offering acupuncture, physiotherapy and other services. Mr. Coughlan notes that health and well- ness centre activity and usage is up 44 per cent this year, and with 10,000 stu- dents anticipated by 2007/08, a much larger facility is required. “We have more and more students living on campus in residence,” he says, adding that population is cur- rently around 1,400 students. “A lot of students, because they’re from out of town they don’t have a physician here.” With the new centre will come doc- tors on campus full-time, as opposed to the few times a week they are there at present. Mr. Coughlan was an unabashed supporter of the athletic centre and says he was impressed that students were in favour of it as well. He noted that the 24 per cent voter turnout was high for a referendum. Students’ work isn’t yet done as they will have a lot of input on the centre’s design. “We have a user committee which will decide what exactly gets put in and where it goes,” he says. “We have a lot of students on that committee.” Construction is to begin this spring and is expected to take 18 months. Students vote for new athletic centre Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Getting his goat PICKERING — Norman Collier and Wild Things Farm in north Pickering have been busy of late with 19 baby goats, including Elsie, born as of last week and more on the way. Mr. Collier opens his farm to visitors each weekend and also has baby lambs. He’s located at 2825 York-Durham Line. Pickering Civic award deadline looms Nominations accepted in numerous categories PICKERING — The nomination deadline is tomorrow for the City of Pickering’s Civic Awards. Residents are encouraged to submit nominations for the following catego- ries: Special Citation, Bravery-Hero- ism, Lifetime Achievement, Individual Volunteer, Service Group, Community Group, Amateur Sports, Youth Volun- teer, Youth Leadership, Urban Design, Economic Development, Local Busi- ness and the Environment. In addi- tion, the City has added the following new categories this year: Arts, Cultural Diversity and Access for Disability Is- sues. A selection committee reviews the nominations and selects the recipients for a presentation April 18 at Pickering City Hall.. Nomination forms are available at the Pickering Civic Complex (City Hall), the Pickering Recreation Complex, all Pickering Public Library branches, and the City’s website, cityofpickering.com. Nominations are due by Feb. 10 at 4 p.m. Cops for Cancer event adds event By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — Cancer is en- countering some arrested devel- opment. As part of an annual tradition in aid of the Canadian Cancer Society, Durham law enforce- ment officers and others are rid- ding themselves of their cranial follicles in the Cops for Cancer Head Shave on Saturday, March 5. The event, now in its fifth year, is a fundraiser for the society’s Durham Region unit, which pro- vides information on the treat- ment, prevention and early de- tection of cancer. “This event is to help raise money for the people who need it most,” said Brenda Johnston, Ministry of Transportation Of- ficer (MTO) and chairwoman of the event. “I’ve been involved in (Cops for Cancer Head Shave) for four years now. It’s a tradi- tion. We want to make people aware that they can help others who are suffering from this dis- ease simply by supporting can- cer research.” In addition to the head shav- ing spectacle, participants are also privy to a new event this year, the Try-A-Tri. A competi- tion that consists of an eight-lap swim, 10 kilometre stationary bike ride, and three-km jog on a treadmill, the event requires the participation of a team of three members who must each com- plete a separate stage. “We want the public to know that they are invited to partici- pate (in the events) as well. We do not want to exclude anyone just because they’re not police officers,” said Marnie Salonius, of the Canadian society’s Durham Unit and an event fundraising co-ordinator. “We encourage all the support we can receive.” Va rious community partners are pitching in, including East Side Mario’s, Advantage Fitness and the Pickering Recreation Complex, which are all provid- ing services free of charge. “Everyone who is involved with this event has volunteered both their time and efforts into helping make this fundraiser the best one yet,” said Ms. Salonius. “We’ve received so much sup- port already. It’s incredible.” While members of the public are encouraged to get involved, participants must pre-register for both events. Members of the Durham Regional Police, EMS, MTO, Ontario Provincial Police, students of Durham College’s police foundations program, To ronto Police, and local politi- cians will also be active in the festivities. The Canadian society also needs volunteers for the event. For more information, call 905-430-5770. P PAGE 4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 3 days to celebrate EVERYTHING ON THE MENU $$12124949 or less You Can Eat For As Little As You Can At Home Pickering Town Centre 905-839-2507 EATERY OPEN EVERYDAY 9:00 am Valentine’s Day Special Sat. until 9pm, Sun. until 6pm & Mon. until 9pm NEWS ADVERTISER Do you have some news to share with our readers? We’d love to hear about it. 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Thousands of students evacuated, some sent to hospital Unidentified substance leaves students ill By Mike Ruta Staff Writer AJAX — Emergency officials be- lieve a noxious substance at an Ajax high school was deliberately released, causing respiratory distress to stu- dents and staff on consecutive days. Around 3,500 students and staff members at both J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate and Notre Dame Catho- lic Secondary School were evacuated around 8:15 a.m. Tuesday after Cath- olic school students began coughing and feeling ill. Several students were treated by Emergency Medical Services person- nel and at least four were taken to hospital. A day earlier, after Notre Dame stu- dents had been dismissed for the day, a custodian experienced discomfort, apparently from the same substance. The schools, located at Harwood Av enue, just north of Rossland Road, were closed for the day Tuesday and planned to open today. “It was described as sort of an odourless substance that caused them to choke and cough,” said act- ing Durham Regional Police Sgt. Leon Presner at the scene. He said fire officials first checked the school to rule out a combustion source or carbon monoxide. How- ever, the fact that a substance was also detected in the school Monday “s eems way too coincidental,” said acting Sgt. Presner, confirming the school is a crime scene. “It burns your throat and makes you cough,” said a student, who iden- tified herself as Jennifer before a staff member hustled her away. She said she had just come out of a first floor washroom when she began experiencing the symptoms. Jennifer, outside of the school with friends, said she felt a bit better, but noted, “my throat still hurts.” “There’s at least seven or eight who required medical aid, and yesterday there was two, I think,” said Dave Clark, the Ajax Fire and Emergency Services’ acting platoon chief. He added the substance had not been identified. Patricia Manson, the Durham Catholic District School Board’s edu- cation director, confirmed eight stu- dents were affected Tuesday. Ms. Manson said an investigation into what the substance is and how it got into the air was ongoing. “The school of course will conduct their own investigation and then the school will determine what course of action to take,” she said of possible repercussions if a student was the culprit. In a rare, joint press release, the boards stated that “at this point, 10 a.m., air quality readings in locations tested are clear” and that “emergency services and health and safety teams continue to investigate.” Hundreds of students milled out- side of the schools in the rain be- fore the decision to cancel the school day. Eventually, they were directed to portables and the gyms which, Ms. Manson noted, have their own sepa- rate ventilation systems. Several Ajax-Pickering Transit Au- thority vehicles soon arrived to take students home. Mike Ruta/ News Advertiser photo A Durham Region paramedic examines a Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School student after a number of pupils became sick yesterday when a mysterious substance was released into the air. It forced the evacuation of Notre Dame and neighbouring J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate, with at least four students taken to hospital. PICKERING — Drug Enforcement Unit officers seized $500,000 worth of pot during a raid on a marijuana grow operation in a Pickering industrial area. Two men, including one who was caught in the act of trimming marijuana plants, are charged following the raid, which occurred around 2:30 p.m. Feb. 4, Durham Regional Police said. DEU officers armed with a search warrant found 861 plants and nearly five pounds of dried marijuana during the raid at an industrial complex on Alliance Road, in the Bayly Street-Hwy. 401 area, according to police. Total value of the dope is estimated at $503,000. Officers also seized $35,000 worth of grow equip- ment. Charged with production of a con- trolled substance and possession for the purpose of trafficking are Kevin Walton, 41, of Lawren Crescent in Bolton, and Leonard Maltby, 54, of Pidgeon Creek road in Janetville. Tw o charged after Pickering grow-op busted A/P PA GE 6 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆February 9, 2005 M y family and I were on vacation last week, snowboarding in the Rockies — the one resort in the western hemisphere, ap- parently, where it wasn’t pour- ing rain. I came back with sore knees and a big smile on my face. The only downside to the vacation was that we couldn’t take the dog along. That may seem like a silly thing to say, but those of you out there who really love your pets will know what I’m talking about. My dog is a high-strung, high-maintenance, gender- confused lunatic with more emotional baggage than Mari- ah Carey. He’s a canine Rich- ard Simmons. In short, he can be a real pain in the patootie. Having said that, he also never left my side during the eight months of my battle with and recovery from cancer. Outside of the odd Japanese soldier still crouching in the jungles of the Solomon Islands, you just don’t find that kind of loyalty anymore. So, naturally, I’m a little anxious when I have to leave him behind for a week. In the past (with other, more emotionally stable dogs) we have tried the kennel thing. And although I’m not a huge fan of boarding kennels, it worked out OK. But I know that if I left my little canine in a kennel full of barking, nervous dogs, he’d be bald inside of two days. Luckily, I met the owner and operator of a kennel, located on one hundred rolling acres of doggie dream world. There are no pens or cages there. There are crates available for dogs that choose to use them, but largely the animals are free to interact and play with one another under the 24-hour-a- day supervision of dog-loving staff and volunteers. At night, most of the dogs curl up in a big, warm pack, snuggled into the heaps of fresh shavings on the floor of the heated and in- sulated barn. It’s a remarkably sensible way to board a dog. But this kennel won’t take just any dog. To get your pooch a spot, you’ve got to make an appointment and you and your best friend have to pass muster. Obviously, in an open, unchained environment you can’t afford to have aggressive, idiotic dogs raised by aggres- sive, idiotic owners. Needless to say, when I brought my pooch to camp for the first time, I felt like I was being given the fish-eye more than my dog. I was terrified I was going to be asked some trick question that would re- veal my latent homicidal ten- dencies. I was sweating bullets. Meanwhile, my mutt was hav- ing the time of his life meet- ing and frisking about with his prospective cabin-mates. I started to relax and have fun, too. At one point, in the midst of all of this canine play, it oc- curred to me that, even though the place seemed to have ev- erything a dog and his guilt-rid- den, vacationing master could want, there was still something missing: Noise. There was no barking. The owner must have known what I was thinking, as he turned to me, smiling, and said “Dogs don’t bark when they’re happy.” I couldn’t have found a bet- ter endorsement. Neil Crone, actor-comic- writer, saves some of his best lines for his column. Don’t force society’s whims on those of faith To the editor: Re: ‘MP should support same-sex legislation’, letter, Feb. 2. The general perception of society that Christians are op- posed to same-sex marriage out of prejudice is incorrect. It is based on a poor under- standing of Christian opposi- tion and is itself prejudicial in that no apparent effort has been made to understand why Christians are opposed to same-sex marriage, homo- sexuality and all other sinful behaviour. Christians are opposed to same-sex marriage because it is abhorrent to God. To crit- ics of Christianity who say that Christians should update their beliefs to more current attitudes, I can only say that a God who changes in response to society’s prevailing atti- tudes is not a God worthy of my, or anyone’s, devotion. The letter writer’s argument in favour of same-sex mar- riage says that “it is entirely unacceptable that (its oppo- nents) force their views on the rest of the population.” I’m curious how opponents of same-sex marriage can be seen as forcing their views on the rest of the population? We are doing no more than up- holding the Godly foundation upon which this nation was established. It is the rest of the population that is forcing their views on us. If society wants nothing to do with God, that is society’s choice. Mem- bers of society who desire to obey God must not be forced to change the practice of their faith to meet society’s whims. Peter Rhebergen Ajax Hold referendum on same-sex issue To the editor: Re: ‘MP should support same-sex legislation’, letter, Feb. 2. I take issue with the conclu- sion that opposition to same sex marriage (SSM) is “based purely on prejudice.” On the contrary, I would argue that opposition to SSM is in fact rooted in genuine, widespread, distrust of a ‘so- cial engineering experiment,’ which will irreparably change our society forever. It is being foisted on us by a handful of non-elected, activist judges. Polls indicate that if a ref- erendum were held the gov- ernment’s proposals would be soundly defeated. The Charter does not speak about protecting rights based on sexual orientation. The Supreme Court has read this interpretation into it. If the drafters of the Charter of Rights intended to include sexual orientation surely they would have included it. If the majority of citizens oppose SSM, why are we hav- ing it foisted on us under the guise of the Charter? Surely this is a case for the non-with- standing clause to be invoked and the real will of all the people sought, through a ref- erendum, on an issue of such significance. Then let’s see whose preju- dices are exposed. Robin Cornish Ajax Support program needs change To the editor: I am advocating for a change to the Ontario Disability Sup- port Program. At present, the system is set up for those who have ongoing medical problems and have regularly scheduled appoint- ments. ODSP will include the costs of medical transportation on their deposit at the end of each month. However, if you should suddenly find yourself diag- nosed with a serious problem and require several visits to specialists, you will be fighting an illness as well as the gov- ernment regulations. Herein lies the problem. How can anyone afford to pay up-front for the parking costs, travel expenses etc., if you don’t have the funding in the first place? If you know in advance of an appointment, there are un- limited tasks you are required to do to qualify for advance funding (all at your expense). Is the government really helping those with disabilities, or is it making it so difficult that people cannot get the medical assistance they require? Are they overloading doctors with lengthy paperwork that could be avoided? Sandra Sancroft Oshawa EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR It’s a dog’s life while family vacations Students have say, will pay for centre IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: Should Canada send troops to Iraq: Yes or No? Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Do you think the elections in Iraq are a signal it’s time for the U.S. troops to go home? Votes cast: 170 No: 47.6 % Yes: 52.4 % Hope he has good suspension Dave Lalonde sent us this action shot he snapped at Frenchman’s Bay recently. He found out later that the snowmobiler was Chris Murray, out demonstrating a ‘Snow Hawk’. Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, e-mail photos to dstell@durhamregion.com. Neil Crone enter laughing Referendum showed UOIT/Durham College pupils want new athletic facility The students spoke loud and clear and now they’ll pay for it. The “it” is the new $14-million athletic facility to be con- structed on the campus of the University of Ontario Institute of Te chnology/Durham College. Work on the 72,000 square-foot centre will begin this spring and is expected to take 18 months. What’s most impressive is the entire funding for the state-of- the-art complex will come straight out of student fees. How refreshing that such a building will be paid for by those who will use it in the coming years. What’s even better is that the athletic facility is not being imposed on the students. They actually had a say in determining whether it would even be con- structed. A three-day voting process took place on campus two weeks back with 1,701 students casting ballots. A whopping 1,459 stu- dents, or 86 per cent of those who voted, said “Yes” to the new centre, knowing they’ll be paying for the privilege. And it won’t be cheap. The athletic fee charged to students will climb sharply year-over-year from $30 last year to $80 this September. In 2006, the fee will jump to $105 and climb to $175 in 2007. What’s even more remarkable is that students are already facing incredible financial pressures just to cover the costs for tu- ition, books and other fees eand expenses. To have them willingly take on a further hit to the wallet shows how much they truly want a new athletic centre. There is no doubt such a facility is warranted. The current ath- letic centre was built for a much smaller student population at a time when there was no plan to add a university at the Durham College campus. As the university/college grows, the need for new equipment, more space and more opportunity grows. It’s to their credit that the students have recognized this need. They’re also aware of the tremendous fundraising and government investment at UOIT/ DC that has gone on over the past few years and are willing to help contribute to make their learning environment a better place to be. Of course, UOIT/DC students have been there before when called on. They contributed $1 million when fundraising was needed for facilities at the post-secondary schools. So, putting money in now into such a key campus component comes as no real surprise. It is gratifying to know, however, that students were asked about whether they wanted to pay for the centre. At least they had a choice and didn’t have to sit back helplessly as they were hammered with escalating fees. They’ll pay, but it must be good for those who will surrender the cash that a choice was offered. 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For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website DATE MEETING TIME Feb. 8 Pickering Museum Village Advisory 7:00 pm Committee Meeting Feb. 14 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Feb. 17 Statu tory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm Feb. 21 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Feb. 23 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting 7:00 pm 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 APTA is now circulating a comprehensive Public Tr ansit Survey to residents of Pickering. We’ll be using the results of this survey to assist us in de- termining priorities for APTA route expansion in 2005 and beyond. We encourage you and your neighbours to participate in the survey so that we can include your needs in our overall results. You may obtain a survey from any one of our drivers or check out our website at www.townofajax.com for more details. March BreakMarch Break CampsCamps Ages 3 - 12 years March 14 to 18, 2005 Half Day Mini Pidaca (Ages 3-5 years) (All Children Must Be Toilet Trained) Mini Pidaca provides children with a learning and cooperative experience in arts & crafts, music and singalongs, indoor games, theme days and special events. This camp is a great way for children to par- ticipate in enjoyable activities while interacting with other children their age. Sports camp (Ages 5-12 years) This camp is ideal for the active camper who is inter- ested in learning indoor soccer, fl oor hockey, bas- ketball, indoor games and many other team events. Special events and theme days will be planned throughout the week. Daily swim will be provided with qualifi ed lifeguards. Location: Pickering Recre- ation Complex. Arts Camp (Ages 5-12 years) Campers will have the opportunity to develop new skills and express themselves through a variety of activities: drama, art, creative games, crafts and special theme days. A daily swim with qualifi ed lifeguards on duty will be available for all campers at the Recreation Complex. Extenda Camp program 7:00 am to 9:00 am & 3:15 pm to 6:00 pm regular day camp program 9:00 am to 3:15 pm INCLUDES BUSING CALL 905.420.4621 FOR REGISTRATION AND BUSING DETAILS Last Call Civic Award Nominations due Thurs., Feb. 10 by 4 pm Forms on the City website 905.683.2760 Recreation Complex Memberships & Pay as You Go. Drop by today 1867 Valley Farm Rd. just east of Pickering Town Centre cityofpickering.com/recreation February 11, 12, 18, 19 & 20 Performed at Brougham Community Hall 905.683.8401 (box offi ce) Brougham Community Hall, on the east side of Brock Road, between Hwy. 7 and Hwy. 407. cityofpickering.com ~ Directed by Samantha Williams ~ Produced by Barbara Pleva ~ Performed by Backwoods Players at Brougham Community Hall Dessert served at 8 pm on February 11, 12, 18 & 19, doors open 7:45 pm Dessert served at 2 pm on Sunday, February 20, doors open 1:45 pm Theatre and Dessert $15 Visa and MasterCard reservations accepted by phone. Unreserved seating The City of Pickering gratefully acknowledges the fi nancial support of the Ministry of Culture of the Province of Ontario The story of four charwomen in London, England, whose men are away fi ghting WWI. Written by J.M. Barrie Backwoods Players presents ʻPaw Printsʼ Hike Winter is a great time to learn about local wildlife in- habiting the Frenchmanʼs Bay area. Join us as we look for ʻclues in the snowʼ to fi nd out who is living in the woodlot at Rotary Frenchmanʼs Bay West Park. We will start indoors, decorating plaster animal tracks and then venture into the nearby woodlot where we will look for animal homes, browse, scat and tracks. We will have a variety of activities to take part in, so bring the whole family and remember to dress for the weather. Please bring any appropriate fi eld guides. Hot chocolate provided. Saturday, February 19, 2005 at Frenchmanʼs Bay Yacht Club 635 Breezy Drive, east of West Shore Blvd. 10:00 am – 12 noon *Please call to register 905. 420.4660 ext. 2212 or visit our website at cityofpickering.com/fbwrp Frenchmanʼs Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project 2005 INTERIM TAX NOTICE First Installment of the 2005 INTERIM PROPERTY TAX BILL is due for payment Fe bruary 25, 2005 If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 (North Pickering 905.683.2760) or Toll Free 1.866.683.2760. Our offi ce hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Questions regarding your property assessment? • Please note that property assessment is the responsibility of the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) and that all assessment related inquiries should be directed to them at 1.866.296.6722. • Additional information regarding property assessment can be found on MPAC’s website: www.mpac.ca Tired of standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering offers the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. You can pay your taxes: • At participating fi nancial institutions. Please allow fi ve days before the due date for your payment to reach our offi ce. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. • By mail. To avoid the late payment penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed fi ve days before t he due date. Cheques post-dated for the due dates are acceptable. Note: Your account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the post-marked date. • After hours “outside” drop box at the City municipal building on or before the due date. • By telephone/computer banking. Please check with your fi nancial institution for details. Please allow fi ve days before the due date for your payment to reach our offi ce. Note: Your tax account is credited when payment is received at our offi ce, not the day funds are withdrawn from your bank account. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not reduce YOUR responsi- bility for the payment of taxes and penalty. A late payment fee of 1.25% is added to any unpaid taxes on the fi rst day of default and on the fi rst day of each month, as long as the taxes remain unpaid. The penalty and interest rates are set by City by- laws, pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act. The City does not have the authority to waive penalty and interest charges. Julie’s advice for you is to make a commitment to yourself. She feels if she can do it with little ones, anyone can. If you fi nd yourself getting bored or losing motivation, change your cardio and try new strength techniques. Julie loves the environment, the child care, and the incredible membership value at the Recreation Complex. Success StoriesSuccess Stories There’s nothing cosier than the warm glow of candlelight, but did you know that candles are one of the leading causes of fi re? The Pickering Fire Services asks you to please take care when using candles in your home. Keep lit candles in sturdy holders on level surfaces and if possible, place a glass chimney or shade over it. Candles can easily be knocked over, so keep them out of the reach of children and pets, and away from anything that can burn. Be sure to extinguish candles before leaving the room or go- ing to bed. While all other major causes of fi re are on the decline, fi res caused by candles increased 47% between 1995 and 2001. By comparison, fi res caused by cooking decreased 41% during the same period. For more information contact the Pickering Fire Services at Phone: 905.420.4628 or Email: fi re@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website at cityofpickering.com You have a voice in Pickering’s 2005 Budget Process Pickering’s city budget is a blueprint for how your property tax dollars will be spent. It spells out the priorities for the municipal services and programs that you have come to depend on each and every day. The City’s 2005 budget process has been planned to pro- vide residents with an opportunity to provide their com- ments on the proposed 2005 capital budget program. To provide your comments, please access the City’s website (cityofpickering.com) in the key highlights section. In addition you can write to the following address at: Budget 2005 City of Pickering Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 Julie accepts award from Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner. A/P PAGE 4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005A/P PAGE 8 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com THIS WEEKEND Junior ‘A’ opening-round playoff series: Pickering Panthers vs. Markham Waxers, Game 2, Pickering Recreation Complex, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tr ojans fall to favoured Oakwood MVP Moscatelli likens Barons to Musketeers: All for one, one for all B y Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — It was all in a day’s work for the Oakwood Collegiate Bar- ons of Toronto. Prohibitive favourites to capture the championship at the fourth annual News Advertiser-St. Mary Classic se- nior boys’ basketball tournament, the Barons did just that, despite juggling league and tournament obligations. But, Ajax’s Pickering High School Tro- jans didn’t make it easy on the Barons in front of a crowd in excess of 400 at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School on Saturday night. Making the most of their opportuni- ties down the stretch, Oakwood closed out the underdog Trojans 61-51 to win the 16-team, three-day tournament. A scrappy Trojans’ squad trailed by a mere three points in the last four minutes of the game when the contest turned sour for Pickering High, two- time News Advertiser-St. Mary Classic champions who made their third ap- pearance in the final in four appear- ances at the tournament. Oakwood’s Colin Whitely converted on a rebound and Anthony De Giorgio hit a runner along the baseline to give the Barons a seven-point edge, neces- sitating a Trojans’ timeout with 2:25 remaining. After the break, Trojans’ Devoe Joseph stroked a long shot to give them new life. That life, however, was essentially extinguished soon after as Marcus Wong and coach Ron Parfitt were hit with technical fouls by the of- ficials. Baron’s Jonathan Moscatelli, the tournament’s most valuable player, hit his two foul shots as well as those as- sessed for the technicals to put Oak- wood up by nine. An upset appeared to be in the off- ing through the first three quarters, with the Trojans serving notice that they wouldn’t be intimidated by the Barons, a team that has resided in the top 10 in the province since the start of the season. In fact, the Trojans broke out on top 11-10 after the first quarter, and trailed by a mere two points (25- 23) at the end of the first half. The Barons maintained a two-point edge (41-39) at the end of the third quarter. Pickering High tied the game 41-41 on a long field goal by Joseph to open the fourth quarter. Oakwood’s Moscatelli, however, answered with a trey and followed that with a put-back on a rebound to give the Barons a 46- 41 lead they would never relinquish. Oakwood coach Jonathan Smith says the experience of his players paid dividends in the final minutes of the contest, enabling them to hold off a Trojans’ squad that had given them everything they could handle for three-and-a-half quarters. Smith also praised the rebounding of his team in the final. “We rebounded really well. Re- bounding has been our Achilles heel of late. We had 13 guys returning this year, so we have some experi- ence. We’ve had a lot of tough games this year and Pickering is very young. They’ll be a contending team in a cou- ple of years,” says Smith whose Bar- ons played and won a Toronto District Secondary School Athletics (TDSSA) South Conference league game against North Toronto on Thursday afternoon before trekking to Pickering to open up against the Winston Churchill Bull- dogs on Thursday night. Trojans’ coach Ron Parfitt was any- thing but happy with the way the game shook down in the waning moments, in particular the technical fouls hand- ed out to Wong and himself. “They were cheap calls to call. It sounds like we’re crying, but that’s the truth — that’s the way it was,” said Parfitt. “I felt I had to stick up for Mar- cus.” Par fitt was also upset with the fact starting guard Stephen Lopez was hit with a rash of fouls in a short time frame in the contest and eventually fouled out at a critical juncture of the contest. “It hurt us big time,” says Parfitt of losing Lopez, one of the team’s finest defensive players. “I thought they were cheap calls against him.” Notwithstanding the foul calls, Parfitt tipped his hat to Oakwood as they defended his Trojans well in the half-court set and on the fast break. “They forced us farther out from the basket, so we couldn’t run our offence well. They wouldn’t let us get going. They took away our fast break. We didn’t get the transition baskets we had been getting,” says Parfitt. Moreover, Parfitt acknowledged his team didn’t have the answer for Moscatelli, who torched the Trojans for a game-high 26 points, including three three-point shots. “He created a mismatch for us. We couldn’t guard him without weaken- ing ourselves some place else,” says Parfitt. For his part, Moscatelli, 18, down- played his selection as tournament MVP, preferring instead to credit his teammates for creating open looks for him in the final. “We try to focus on being a family and that’s why we came out with the victory,” says the six-foot-three-inch guard, who was also a tournament MVP at an event in Edmonton ear- lier this season. “We never know who’s going to step up. That’s what’s good about our team. They gave me some open shots, but I wasn’t alone — it was a team effort.” Smith describes Moscatelli as the cornerstone of his top-ranked squad this season. “He’s a coach’s dream. Since the be- ginning of the year, he’s been the most intelligent player in the province, if not Canada. He’s a coach’s gem.” Also scoring for the Barons in the championship game was Nat Mitchell with 12 points. Joseph led the Trojans with 13 points, followed by Tim Cozier with 11. Oakwood advanced to the final after scorching the Winston Churchill Bull- dogs 106-60 in the opening round. They followed with another blowout victory, this time over the Earl Haig Haigmen of Toronto 62-39, in the quarter-finals. They edged another To ronto side, the Northern Secondary Red Knights, 58-50 in the semifinal. Meanwhile, the Trojans defeated Durham Region rival Dunbarton High School Spartans of Pickering 79-66 in their opener. They downed the St. Joan of Arc Knights of Barrie 89-71 in the quarter-final and the Vaughan Sec- ondary Voyageurs 74-53 in the semifi- nal. NOTES: The St. Mary Catholic Sec- ondary School Monarchs were turned away from a fourth consecutive final bid after dropping a 68-52 decision to Northern in the quarter-finals. A slow start proved costly for the Monarchs, as they fell behind 24-3 after the first quarter. “Basically it was over after the first quarter,” lamented St. Mary coach and tournament co-ordinator Mike Gordensky. “We made a comeback in the second half, but we had to expend too much energy.” St. Mary finished out the tournament by beating the Earl Haig Haigmen of Toronto 55-47 on Saturday afternoon. Jason Liebregts/News Advertiser photo Pickering High Trojans’ Tim Cozier, right, goes up for a layup while being guarded by Vaughan Secondary School Voyageurs’ Vlad Kovalevsky during semifinal action at the News Advertiser-St. Mary Classic senior boys’ basketball tournament. Pickering High advanced to the final with a 74-53 win over the Voyageurs. The Trojans, however, lost to the top-ranked Oakwood Collegiate Barons 61-51 in the championship final on Satur- day. Dewson’s dagger turns lights out on Knights B y Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — The G.L. Roberts Lak- ers needed the dead-eye aim, not to mention the steely nerves, of their best shooter to lift them past the Milliken Mills High School Knights in the con- solation final of the News Advertiser- St. Mary Classic senior boys’ basketball tournament on the weekend. Matt Dewson launched a shot from the right corner, just inside the three- point line, with no time left on the clock. The ball found nothing but net, giving the Lakers an exciting 65-63 victory in a high-tempo game. Prior to Dewson’s game-winning shot, it appeared the Markham-based Knights possessed the best chance to take the lead and the victory, having possession with a mere 10 seconds re- maining. A hard pass, thrown to Mil- liken Mills’ Mina Baeidfar in the right corner, however, slipped through the guard’s hands and out of bounds, turn- ing the ball over to the Lakers. On the inbounds, G.L. Roberts was able to pass through the Knights’ full- court pressure to Dewson, who was waiting unguarded in the corner. The reigning Durham Region three-point competition champion made no mis- take on the long, deep shot. All told, the forward contributed 20 points to the cause. An elated G.L. Roberts coach John Pfeifer says the Lakers wanted the ball in Dewson’s hands with the game in the balance. “He’s the three-point champion. He just shot it,” says Pfeifer, matter-of-fact- ly. In addition to Dewson’s icy resolve in tossing up the last shot, Pfeifer also notes the win was a credit to his team’s swarming defensive play that caused the Knights to cough up a critical turn- over in the dying seconds. “We wanted to go full court, man- to-man and make them bring the ball up to half and we had a foul to give. We wanted to make them run time off the clock. But, they panicked and threw the ball away,” says Pfeifer. “I’m really proud of our team,” he adds. “They worked very hard. We worked together and everyone worked for each other.” Pfeifer notes the game plan was to play good defence and thwart the big- ger Knights players from getting on the offensive and defensive boards. “I watched them play the semifinal and I knew we couldn’t play man-to- man with them. We had to make them a shooting team. And, if it’s a shooting game, my guys can shoot. They’re such a big, physical team that our only hope was to keep them to the outside.” The consolation game was, to coin a phrase, a track meet between two teams that played similar styles, includ- ing aggressive defence and the ability to push the ball on offence. Roberts led 16-14 at the end of the first quarter, with the Knights coming back in the second quarter to take a scant 30-29 lead at half time. The Lakers were outscored 20-18 in the third quarter, with the Knights in front 50-47 heading into the final stanza. The Knights opened up a five-point ad- vantage in the early going of the quar- ter, but the Lakers reeled them in with a three-pointer by Dewson, followed by an offensive rebound converted by Matt Reid to tie the game at 54-54. The lead continued to see-saw in the quarter until the Lakers broke on top 63-62 in the last minute. Knights’ Jermix Felix was fouled on a layup, which put him on the line with 29 seconds remaining. Felix split a pair to tie the contest at 63- 63, setting the table for Dewson’s hero- ics. The consolation victory was a sweet one for the Lakers, who’ve had a fine season in not only Lake Ontario Second- ary School Athletics (LOSSA) play, but also in tournament action. G.L. Roberts (20-4 overall) captured the champion- ship at the Great Western Round-Up tournament at Toronto’s Western Tech last month. After losing their first game of the tour- nament to Toronto’s Wilfrid Laurier Blue Devils 78-69, G.L. Roberts rebounded to defeat the Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas of Pickering 65-62 to move into the consolation semifinals against the Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Cougars of Ajax. Led by Tyson Eteli’s 25 points, the Lakers advanced to the consolation final with an 87-42 victory. Also scoring for the Lakers in the consolation final were Eteli with 18 and Reid with 10. Jordan Morris had a game- high 23 for the Knights, followed by Felix with 17 and Travis Gabbidon with 12. All the scores and more DURHAM — The following are the scores and the top point-getters from the fourth annual News Advertiser- St. Mary Classic: FIRST ROUND Vaughan Secondary Voyageurs 65 (Karl Frederick 29, Vlad Kovalevsky 15) vs. Pine Ridge Secondary Pumas 61 (Ricardo Pearce 25, Eron Thompson 11, Ellis Bowen 10); Wilfrid Laurier Blue Devils 78 (Marvell Waithe 25, Dale James 19) vs. G.L. Rob- erts CVI Lakers 69 (Tyson Eteli 24, Matt Dewson 17, Amit Sievkumar 12); St. Joan of Arc Knights 77 (Sebastien Ka- siuk 24, JP Amaral 23, Phillip Pesek 12) vs. Notre Dame Cougars 34 (Paul Golebiowski 14); Pickering High Trojans 79 (Lyndon Rainford 24, Marcus Wong 17, Damien Davis 11) vs. Dunbarton High Spartans 66 (Shane Tin- gling 25, Rayon Segree 16); St. Mary Monarchs 80 (Duane Howard 29, Sean Maingot 16, Andre Tucker 16) vs. Msgr. Percy Johnson Jaguars 68 (Nana Ntim 24, Michael Onuwmerre 16); Northern Secondary Red Knights 65 (Simon Farine 25, Yannick Walcott 19) vs. Milliken Mills Knights 52 (Jordan Morris 22); Earl Haig Haigmen 60 (Mike Thomas 15, Peter Chapman 11) vs. Martingrove Col- legiate Bears 55 (Colin Groves 15, Daine Clarke 11); Oakwood Collegiate Barons 106 (Allain Muteba 22, Joanthan Moscatelli 17, Nat Mitchell 15, Fayisa Ibrahim 15) vs. Winston Churchill Bulldogs 60 (Andrew Ellis 25, Joel Belgrave 14). QUARTER-FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP SIDE Vaughan Secondary 65 (Vlad Kovalevsky 15, Dwayne Crawl 13, Karl Frederick 10, Jamar Greene 10) vs. Laurier 50 (Lionel Cox 13, Tyrone Walters 12); Pickering High 89 (Lyndon Rainford 20) vs. St. Joan of Arc 71 (Phil Pesek 20); Northern Secondary 68 (Andrew Day 15) vs. St. Mary 52 (Duane Howard 11, Sean Maingot 11); Oakwood Collegiate 62 (Anthony DeGior- gio 12) vs. Earl Haig 39 (Peter Chapman 18) QUARTER-FINAL CONSOLATION SIDE GL Roberts 65 (Amit Sieukumar 28, Matt Dewson 10) vs. Pine Ridge 62 (Ricardo Pierce 24, Eron Thompson 17, Ellis Bowen 13) Notre Dame 79 (Paul Golebiowski 28, Akeem Foster 24) - Dunbarton 76 (Jovain Wilson 19, Brandon Levy 15, Shane Tingling 13) Milliken Mills 62 (Travis Gabbidon 20, Jermix Felix 18) - Percy Johnson 52 (Nana Ntim 25, Bradon Gordon 10) Martingrove 73 (Daine Clarke 20, Colin Groves 18) - Churchill 57 (Cleve Hypolite 19, Andrew Ellis 13) SEMIFINALS - CHAMPIONSHIP SIDE Pickering High 74 (Tim Cozier 17, Marcus Wong 16, Devoe Joseph 13, Lyndon Rain- ford 10) vs. Vaughan Secondary 53 (Vlad Kovalevsky 23) Oakwood Collegiate 58 (Nat Mitchell 16, Jonathan Moscatelli 15, Fayisa Ibrahim 15) vs. Northern Secondary 50 (Simon Farine 26) SEMIFINALS - CONSOLATION SIDE GL Roberts 87 (Tyson Eteli 25) vs. Notre Dame 42 (Paul Golebiowski 14) Milliken Mills 91 (Jordan Morris 28, Jermix Felix 18, Troy Harmon 10) vs. Martingrove 54 (Mohamed Mahdi 15, Brandon Judd 11) CHAMPIONSHIP Oakwood Collegiate 61 (Jonathan Moscatelli 26, Nat Mitchell 12) vs. Pickering High 51 (Devoe Joseph 13, Tim Cozier 11) CONSOLATION CHAMPIONSHIP G.L. Roberts 65 (Matt Dewson 20, Tyson Eteli 18, Matt Reid 10) vs. Milliken Mills 63 (Jordan Morris 23, Jermix Felix 17, Travis Gabbidon 12) RELEGATION GAMES Msgr. Percy Johnson 71 (Nana Ntim 33, Brandon Gordon 30) vs. Winston Churchill 62 (Harvey Roberts 25); St. Mary 55 (Duane Howard 16, Andre Tucker 13) vs. Earl Haig 47 (Mike Thomas 16, Peter Chapman 15); Pine Ridge 89 (Ellis Bowen 22, Ricardo Pearce 21, Livingston Cunningham 15, Eron Thompson 11) vs. Dunbarton (Jovain Wilson 19, Brandon Levy 13, Shane Tingling 11); St. Joan of Arc 67 (Sebastian Kasiuk 26, Phillip Pesek 18) vs. Wilfrid Laurier 52 (Marvell Waithe 21, Ashik Nasiradin 15, Dale James 10). Late bucket lifts Oshawa’s G.L. Roberts Lakers past Milliken Mills in exciting consolation final A/P PAGE 9 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 Who always delivers to YOUR HOME in Rain, Snow, Extreme Cold or Heat?........YOUR NEWS ADVERTISER CARRIER! 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The incorrect payments shown are: $29.16 (eMachines 3624), $35.41 (eMachines 3958), $45.83 (eMachines 5026), and $56.25 (Gateway 504). The correct monthly payments are: $35.66 (eMachines 3624), $41.91 (eMachines 3958),$51.08 (eMachines 5026),and $61.50 (Gateway 504). Pickering loses out on home-ice advantage By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — The Picker- ing Panthers hope speed kills in their opening-round playoff se- ries against the Markham Wax- ers. The best-of-seven OHA On- tario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League South Conference series gets under way in Markham on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Game 2 is at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. The remaining contests are still to be confirmed. The Panthers (29-15-2-3) ended the regular season in a fourth-place tie with the Waxers, with both teams accumulating 63 points. Markham, however, received the nod for home- ice advantage in the opening round, due to having one more win and by taking the season series between the two clubs 3- 1-0-0. Pickering won the final regular-season meeting 4-3 on Jan. 29 behind the spectacular netminder of Ryan Daniels. In their final weekend of the regular season, the Panthers split a pair of games, needing to win both to have any chance of jumping into sole possession of fourth in the South standings. The Panthers dismantled the basement-dwelling Ajax Axe- men 12-3 at the complex on Fri- day night. The Axemen showed up with a mere eight skaters and were no match for the Panthers, who avenged a loss in Ajax late last month. Finishing the season on the road in Toronto against the St. Michael’s Buzzers, the Panthers made very few mistakes, but paid dearly for all of the them in a 4-1 loss. Panthers’ head coach John Winder notes the playoffs are a whole new season. “We don’t care who we play. We’ve played well against the top teams in the league and cer- tainly Markham is a top team. Our speed will be the biggest factor. We should be able to cap- italize with our speed, generate some scoring chances and come out on top.” Winder acknowledges Markham’s lineup also has some speed, but as a team, the Pan- thers are overall quicker, which should give Markham a chal- lenge in trying to slow down the tempo. If that isn’t enough, the Wax- ers will be thinking about Dan- iels, who’s been a rock of consis- tency in the last month and will probably be the starter for the series. “Daniels has played really well for us lately,” says Winder. “We think he’s going to be a contrib- uting factor. Our mobile defence should be a big plus for us too.” Winder acknowledges the Waxers have a number of gifted forwards, including the Gaul- rapp brothers, Joel and James, who are near the top of the club in scoring. “They’re very explosive play- ers,” says Winder. “We’ve got to watch (Daniel) Torres who can be dangerous. We definitely have to watch him. Nathaniel Brooks and Riley Hill are other gunners.” Winder didn’t mince words, the loss of home-ice advantage is a blow to his team, as the Pan- thers have thrived in Pickering this season, with a sterling 19-3- 2-0 record. Similarly, the Waxers have also been hard to beat on their own pond, posting a 17-5- 1-0 record. “We definitely valued home- ice advantage and we don’t have it. I don’t know whether this will be a huge advantage for them over us. We’ve done our home- work — we’ve watched their team and they’ve watched us. We’re going to know what the other team will be trying to do. Chris Chappell scored the lone goal for the Panthers against St. Michael’s on Sunday. Danny Sullivan and Greg Riggs drew assists. Against Ajax, Justin Fox led the way with a hat trick. Cody Smith, in his first game back from a prolonged absence due to in- jury, netted a pair of goals. Jeff Birr also chipped in with a pair, while Joel Lenius, Ryan Annes- ley, Andrew Dissanayake, Aaron Zimner and Brett Connolly net- ted one apiece. PA NTHERS’ POSTSCRIPT: Following Friday’s game, referee Dave Wedlake was honoured at centre ice, as he officiated his final regular season junior ‘A’ game... Rookie forward Mark Cornacchia suffered a hairline fracture in his arm during Fri- day’s game and will be out of the lineup indefinitely... Speed a key for Panthers in post-season battle with Waxers A.J. 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Full command of English req'd, min 3 years exp. ✈CNC Programmer with 3-5 yrs. Mastercam, Solidworks and HSM exp.,Min 4 axis & aerospace exp. a must. Noranco offers its employees a comprehensive wage and benefits package.QUALIFIED applicants please FAX your resume to: HR MANAGER @ 905-831-0104 Our Successful, professional landscaping business is growing and we require a... Landscape Foreman and Landscaper Gardner/Designer Full Time Year Round Employment At Birk's, we understand that good people are the key to our success. We are looking for a skilled, experienced Landscape Construction Foreman to join us now as we plan for the future. The successful candidate will posses these competencies: ★Strong team supervision skills ★Excellent customer relation skills ★Working knowledge of precast products ★ Thorough understanding of planting materials We offer an excellent compensation package and a positive environment. If you would like to join a successful organization where you will be valued as a part of the team, please forward your complete resume to Peter at: Birk's Landscaping Approved Telephone 905-404-0602 Professional Member Fax: 1-888-733-1133 birks@rogers.com Jensen Trailer Sales & Service MECHANIC NEEDED Or 2/3 year apprentice (automotive) For Trailer Sales and Service operation located in Oshawa. Experience in welding (steel & aluminum preferred. Forklift experience would be an asset. Must have valid Driver's license. Starting date:Immediate Please fax resume and salary expectations to: 905-571-0404 EXPERIENCED ELECTRICIAN/ MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL Required for Woodworking Manufacturer. Excellent working conditions. 15 Riviera Drive, Markham Fax: (905) 470-6262 Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper - Full Time SourcePoint Business Group (Pickering) Accounting firm requires an individual who enjoys challenges and working to deadlines. Position responsibilities include primarily bookkeeping for multiple monthly clients processed in our office. Excellent computer and communication skills essential. Please fax your resume and salary expectations to: 905-509-3528 PAYROLL / BENEFITS ADMINISTRATOR Part Time contract position based in Ajax Duties: •Payroll processing (100+ employees) •All Payroll filing (T4, T4A, WSIB, EHT, ROE) •Benefit plan administration •Health and safety coordinator, member of the health and safety committee Requirements: •Experience with Ceridian Insync payroll software •Experience in benefits administration •WSIB Level 1 certification Fax resume in confidence to 905-363-1122 CASH DAILY $80 - $100!! Whole- sale Dist. Co. still needs 10 F/T people for CSR/Inventory/Market- ing. Advancement for those who excel. Car an asset. For an inter- view call Julie (905)571-3260 TV ads, Print &Film www.catalent.ca We are agents - NOT scouts. We are auditioning now. Since 1992. 416-929-3456 Outgoing Kids Needed! BBB Member COORDINATOR for new commu- nity. Must have excellent comput- er and communication skills. Weekend hours required, event planning, quarterly newsletter, work with budget, team player. Own transportation an asset. Fax resume to Erin 905-619-1927 COUNTER PERSON required for Jefferson cleaners. Good working conditions, great co-workers, flex- ible hours. Apply in person 1794 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. Job Development is now being offered... 16 - 24 . Not working? Not in school? CALL JOB CONNECT! Oshawa: 905.579.8482 Bow: 905.623.6814 Whitby: 905.666.8847 Ajax: 905.427.8165 DID YOU KNOW? TAX OFFICE requires experi- enced tax preparer. Fax resume to: 905-433-5534 DOWNTOWN WHITBY Tax Office seeking TAX PREPARER who is proficient with paper filing, experienced. Computer skills not needed. Call 905-430-1986 for skills testing. EXPANSION!Our wholesale Co. is about to open 2 new loca- tions, and we need help immedi- ately. Openings available from sales, office, and inventory. Call To ny 905-571-6444 EXPERIENCED SNOWPLOW Drivers, Bobcat, Front Loader Op- erators (DZ License an asset). ALSO SIDEWALK CREWS re- quired for Durham Region & GTA. Must have own transportation to office and valid drivers license. Mechanical abilities required. Fax resume: 905-649-1779 or email mary_gaudet77@hotmail.com Se- rious inquiries only. HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/Pro- cessing Circulars- PC/Clerical Work Available. No Experience Needed! Free Information: www.homeworkersnetwork.com or send S.A.S.E.; QSEI, 111-336 Yonge St., Reference #7-107, Bar- rie,ON, L4N 4C8. (705)726-9070. HOUSECLEANING * No experience necessary * No nights or weekends * CAR REQUIRED * Ajax/Pickering Call Mon-Fri 9 am - 4 pm 905-837-9601 IMPULSE FITNESS requires day- time receptionist, nutritionist and certified candidate to conduct fitness assessments and personal training. Apply with resume, 2200 Brock Rd., N. INSTALLER for window covering dealer, part time. Experience pre- ferred, Must have own vehicle. (905)683-2519 JENSEN TRAILER SALES & SERVICE CLEAN UP PERSON NEEDED (Full-time position) For trailer Sales & Service operation located in Oshawa. Clean & pre- pare trailers for customers, must be energetic, able to prioritize and work well under pressure. Must be able to learn and able to multi- task. Forklift experience would be an asset. Must have valid Driver's license.Start date:Immediate Please fax resume & salary expec- tations to: 905-571-0404 LOCAL OSHAWA office seeking telemarketer's to conduct survey's by phone. No selling, hourly wage, 1 - 9 p.m. - 4 -9 p.m. by day every Friday. Call (905) 720-1808 MAGICUTS one of Canada's lead- ing chains requires full and part time stylist, for Oshawa and Whit- by salon. We offer: Competitive salary, opportunity for advance- ment, paid vacation, free training classes, monthly prizes, benefits. Join a winning team. Call Sabrina (905) 723-7323. NEW CONSTRUCTION project in Courtice requires labour work. Must have exp with small machin- ery ie. backhoe, propane handling. $18/hr. Start end of Feb. please call Mrs. Aiello for appt. (416)445- 8552 ON CALL positions available at Waterview Child Care. Childcare experience required. ECE an as- set. Fax resumes to: 905-721- 0596 PA RT-TIME ECE required for Christian day care. Send resume with salary expectations to: 320 Ritson Rd. S., Oshawa, ON L1H 5J1, Fax: 905-434-8708 PERSONAL AND COMMERCIAL INSURANCE Progressive Insu- rance brokerage in the Durham re- gion is seeking professional, expe- rienced RIBO licensed individuals to join our team. Successful candi- dates must have experience (5+ years) in sales/servicing/marketing of personal and/or commercial in- surance. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem solv- ing skills are a must. Must be able to interact well within a team envi- ronment and the ability to deal with people in a positive, cheerful man- ner under stressful situations. Good computer skills necessary. Please forward resume to: Box #154, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, On L1H 7L5. We thank all interested applicants, however only those se- lected for an interview will be con- tacted. Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Train You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 Christmas help req'd RESIDENTIAL CLEANERS want- ed immediately. Comparable pay, excellent working conditions. Fast-growing company, room for advancement. Permanent posi- tion. Not suitable for students. Call 905-723-6242. SUPERINTENDANT- MATURE RESPONSIBLE handy couple re- quired for live-in position in low- rise apt building, high standards of cleaning, building and yard mainte- nance essential, (905)439-8893. WELCOME WAGON has open- ings in our Special Events and Business Professional pro- grammes. This is a part-time/com- mission position and requires car, and computer with e-mail. Must be self-motivated, a team player and sales experience an asset. Must send resume to gyork@cogeco.ca Website www.welcomewagon.ca SALON / SPA RECEPTIONIST - Professional appearance with cashiering, people and phone skills a must to join our team. Apply in person: Valentino's, 210 Brock St., downtown Whitby. THE FACIAL PLACE,P/T Recep- tionist Sat. & Sun. for Whitby spa. (905)668-8128 Also RMT req'd for Pickering spa (905)831-9700 APPRENTICE NEEDED 3rd year or more with own tools, apply in person, 912 Brock St. N.Whitby. FULL TIME LICENSED CLASS A MECHANIC required for auto shop in Ajax. Minimum 5 yrs. experi- ence. Vehicle & own tools re- quired. Call 905-427-4323. LICENSED TOOL Maker/Preci- sion Machinist. Required for pro- gressive machine shop which has a wide diversity of work. Fully con- versant with all manual machines. CNC experience an asset but not required. Competitive rates and benefits. Clean work environment. Fax resume to 905-697-8826. NEEDED ASAP, experienced ICI Construction Superintendent (con- tract) for local warehouse/freezer project. E-mail resume to: bhofland@maple.ca or fax: 905-821-4822 OSHAWA AUTO ELECTRIC Re- builder requires Alternator/Starter Rebuilder. Prefer experienced but will train if qualified. Must be me- chanically inclined and know what OHM's law is. Please fax resume to 905-432-8487 or deliver to: Commercial Alternator & Starter, 500 Raleigh Ave., Unit 19, Oshawa, ON PLUMBER OR APPRENTICE required for new work, renova- tions, repairs. Established Oshawa company. Call 905-436-5105. ADMIN/RECEPTION,permanent ft/pt positions, must be team player with strong computer and commu- nication skills. Ability to multi task, professional appearance, weekend hours required. Own transporta- tion an asset. Fax resume to Erin 905-619-1927 CLERICAL PERSON,full-time position for service dealership in Whitby. Experience in Microsoft Office and strong telephone skills req'd. Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.- 5p.m. Email resume to: lmcnair@jhryder.com HIRING IMMEDIATELY Collection Agency located in Scarborough East (Kennedy/401) No Experience Necessary! Fully paid training program If you are seeking a fast paced environment with tremendous advancement opportunity please call today. Amy Elson: 416-297-7077 x264 LEGAL Assistant with some Tera- view experience for Ajax Law Firm. Fax resume with salary expecta- tions to 905-428-8666. No Phone Calls Please. SMALL,busy family/litigation law- yer requires junior assistant with minimum of 1 year experience. Must have good grammar/spelling skills and car. Please fax resume to 905-668-7936. AVON Special Offer Expires Feb. 11 Join To-day Start to earn $Cash$ and receive $40 Beauty Pack Free! Call Pauline 905-655-8898 1-866-888-5288 SALES/MARKETING REP with experience required for a Ajax Publisher for conference and book publishing division. Proven track record and organizational skills a must. Email resume to: rwh@rogers.com EXPERIENCED SALES REP. in Labels and Bar Code Printers required for established territory in the EAST END. Email resume to: sales@flexomark.com or fax resume to: 905-678-7058 NEW HOME SALES - WHITBY. Hostess/sales assistant required. Part-time, Monday to Thursday & full-time weekends. Will train. No licensed agents. Phone: 905-723- 0476 or fax: 905-723-3972. SCARBOROUGH Swimming Pool & Hot Tub Company is seeking en- thusiastic Inside Sales Rep. Fax all resumes to: 905-686-3146. A SUCCESSFUL Dental office, open 7 days a week requires a experienced Dental Receptionist. Candidate must be flexible and able to work evenings and week- ends. Fax resume: 905-721-2797. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/AS- SISTANT required for full time position in North Oshawa office. Abeldent experience required. Please fax resume to 905-436- 1350. EXPERIENCED DENTAL RECEPTIONIST required for Scar- borough office. Full time. Call 905- 420-6226. EXPERIENCED DENTAL Assist- ant required for approximately 30 hours per week. HARP certified and patient friendly. Experience with front desk duties an asset. Please respond with resume and references to File # 151 Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7L5. RMT Required for physio/massage clinic in Ajax. Saturdays with nego- tiable weekday/evenings. Please Fax resume to: 905-428-8830. $0 PAYMENTS for 1 year! New luxury 3 bedroom, double garage, fabulous kitchen, inviting living space with oversized windows one acre by Lake Scugog from $260,990. 1-877-878-9899. 88 BEDELL CRES. WHITBY.All brick 2-storey. 4br, 2-1/2 baths. Ceramic tile, finished basement. OPEN HOUSE Sun. Feb 13, 2-4pm or call anytime (905)571- 2139. $319,000. No agents. AA NO DOWN PAYMENT,just good credit. 2 - 2 bedroom legal duplex for sale. $164,900. Live in one apartment, while other apart- ment pays mortgage. Brick, new roof, close to hospital. Don't wait! Call (416) 238-1736. CLOSE TO SCHOOL,wonderful 4-bedroom multi-level backsplit home, 2000sq.ft., features living room with vault ceiling and oak flooring, walkout to deck, kitchen with oak cupboards, central air, new painted & carpet throughout, 2 bathrooms, large deck, 92x170' lot, 2 minutes north of 401 on County Rd. 10 in Welcome. Asking $239,500. Call Neil (905)342-3110 by appointment only. OPEN HOUSE,Sun. Feb. 13th, 2 - 4 p.m., Tribute community, Oshawa, 1234 Middlebury Ave., $263,000. (905) 728-7869. Two storey single detached, corner lot, East Taunton to Grandview North, follow signs. To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Classifieds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00-5 Closed Saturday A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 9, 2005 www.durhamregion.com 33 & 77 Falb y C r t ., Aj a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 ww w.aja xa pa r t me nts.c om 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Starting At $700. ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Tenant Incentive Program ●Senior Discounts ●Upgraded Security System Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 N.E. OSHAWA Private Sale. 2,200 sq ft. ravine lot, quality built Jeffrey home, 2-storey, 3-bdrms, 3-1/2 baths, h/w flooring, gas f/p & ca- thedral ceilings in familyroom, greenhouse kitchen, finished bsmt w/wet bar & Jacuzzi, tastefully decorated w/neutral colours. $334,900. Call 905-725-2942 OSHAWA FOR SALE BY OWNER Large 4 level back split spacious lr/dr hdwd floors throughout. Pos- sible inlaw suite with living area & 4th bdrm on 3rd level. inground pool & deck, newer roof, CA, CV, & gas furnace, 4 car driveway, Close to all amenities, hospital, schools, park, on bus route, near University/College. $225,000. By appointment only. Call (905)432- 7889. PICKERING - Private Sale. 3 bed- room semi, 1 1/2 baths, large liv- ingroom w/cathedral ceiling & f/p. Sep. din./rm. sunrm, hdwd on main flr., rec.rm. w/bar & f/p. Furnace rm/workshop/laundry in bsmt. & cold cellar. Gar., 2 car d/way. CAC. Security system. Close to shopping, schools, GO, Hwys. 2/401. $250,000. 905-839-9189; 416-543-7253 WHITBY - Immaculate 3 bedroom, ceramics, hardwood, carpet. Large familyroom, w/o, fireplace, deck, cabana, deep lot, $225,900. Open House Sat. Sun. Feb. 12-13, 1-4 p.m., 6 Janedale Crs. Whitby (Kendalwood/Dundas) 905-725- 1358 WHITBY,Private Sale. Williams- burg ravine lot. 4-bdrms, 4-bath- rooms, 2,804sq ft., walk-out fin- ished bsmt with in-law suite (eat-in kitchen), gas f/p, c/a, high efficien- cy furnace. $509,900 (905)665- 8674 12 PLANTATION CRT, Open House, Sun. Feb. 6th & 13th, 2-4pm. Whitby, "Williamsburg" immaculate 3-bedroom end townhouse. See www.whitbycourt.cjb.net or call (905)666-9325 CONDO FOR SALE (or for rent), 401/Brock Rd, 1-bdrm, living/din- ingroom, solarium, balcony, 1 1/2 bathrooms, 5 appliances, parking, locker. End-of-Month closing pre- ferred. (905)427-8617. INDUSTRIAL unit for rent, 1800 sq ft, truck level shipping door, prime industrial location in pickering, close to 401, Call 416-438-5650 or 905-655-0069 ROOM FOR RENT in upscale day spa. Suit health care or alternative health care practitioner. Call (905)666-5401 or email angelasesthetics@bellnet.ca A Job At Home $529.27 Weekly. Mail work, Assemble products or Computer work. (416)703-5655. 24hr message. www.TheHomeJob.ca Or write: Consumer, 599B Yonge Street, #259-222, Toronto. FIRE YOUR BOSS:Learn to earn $250K/yr. working from home PT. 1-866-340-3043. FOR LEASE - Retail Oshawa, 1100 sq. ft., busy corner $1550/mo. incl. taxes & mainte- nance. 905-666-4670. OSHAWA SALON/SPA FOR SALE/LEASE. Unique 3 level, ex- clusively located. Beautiful decor. 7 stations. Colour room, 4 basins, spa rooms, custom cabinetry. Ask- ing $35,000. John (289)314-0671. SEEKING BUYER for phone card company. Distributor for long distance & IP phones. Internet site included. Asking $10,000. High earning potential. (905)683-7766. $$$ Mortgage Money $$$for any reason. 1st & 2nds to 100% oac. Don't wait weeks or months for an answer. Approvals within 24 - 48 hrs. Call AMS at 905-436-9292, 877-509-5626. Call Robert Brown /Vallerie Lawson. www.accuratemortgages.com $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self em- ployed, I will assess your needs. Prompt, professional service. $$Money$$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.8% for 5 years. Best avail- able rates. Private funds avail- able. Refinancing debt consolida- tion a specialty. For fast profes- sional service call (905)666-4986 DEBTS out of control? Mtgs, con- solidations, auto loans, private funds available. We can help!!! Better Credit Solutions (416)878- 2323 / (416)876-2106 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 (1) ATTRACTIVE renovated 2- bedroom apt Simcoe/Mill, Oshawa, $825/mo. inclusive. Laundry, bal- cony, parking, Available immedi- ately. 905-434-2858 1-800-486- 9826 . (3) - One bedrooms, $675/inclu- sive, avail. immediately and March 1st. Bachelor, $650/inclu- sive, available immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 & 2-BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge, stove, hardwood, carpet, fresh paint. Shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable. Immediate possession. (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1 BEDROOM APT.- newly reno- vated, exceptionally clean & spa- cious, Oshawa, above retail. $750/mo. incl. util. No pets/smok- ing. Available immediately. 905- 431-1552. 1 BEDROOM,basement apart- ment, with laundry, 1 parking. No pets. $650/inclusive. Available March 1st. Day (905)391-8929 or evening (905)438-4033 1 OSHAWA NORTH,1 & 2-bed- rooms, new carpeting, 6-storey quiet building, balcony, applianc- es, parking, utilities included. $750 & $850. Avail Febru- ary/March/April. 905-436-9785. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. - Thickson/401 area, separate en- trance, laundry, parking, close to schools, shopping, park. Avail. im- mediately. $675/mo incl. First/last. Call 905-720-3596 after 6 p.m. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. 12th month free! Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, in a newly completed home, $900/mo. inclusive. Ajax - Westney Rd. S. Available immedi- ately. (647) 891-9286. 2 BDRM APT, avail now. Simcoe St. North Oshawa. Appliances, laundry facilities, 1-parking. Call 905-720-0432 2-BDRM,very clean quiet family bldg., parking, available immedi- ately. Simcoe/Rossland area. $850. First/last. No dogs. Call (905)435-0551 2-BEDROOM 1200-sq.ft. apt. in house, panoramic view, fireplace, walk-out to large yard, sep en- trance. No pets, first/last/referenc- es. $900/mo+1/2 hydro. Raglan. 905-431-0571 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT or two bedroom-units available in the Oshawa, Simcoe/Olive area. Apartment, $750. Bedroom units,$475/each. Utilities included in one convenient price, Call (416)729-3001. 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW,south Ajax, parking, quiet residential ar- ea, no pets, non-smoking, first/last. Available immediately. References required. $1000/month plus 50% utilities. (905)683-5480 A MUST SEE! Oshawa 2-Bdrm. in 3-unit Adult occupied, clean, quiet building. New windows, pri- vate yard, laundry, storage, 2-car prkg, Bus at door. NO pets/smok- ing. Credit check, References. $900-inclusive, 1st/last. March 1st. 905-427-2782 A ONE BEDROOM basement apt, Pickering, Brock/Major Oaks, gor- geous, topnotch, large clean bright a/c, 4 appliances, $775/mo + 1/3 utilities. 905-428-2015. AJAX Main floor bungalow & Room for rent. Parking, close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 416-562-0186 AJAX - spacious luxurious 2 bed- room plus den basement apt. Sep. entrance, 2-parking, all inclusive $900/mo., no smoking/pets, avail- able immediately.Credit check. (905)426-7116 AJAX Bright one-bedroom plus den/computer room. Separate en- trance. Shared laundry. Parking. $750/mth all inclusive. 1st & last req'd. (905)427-2019.. AJAX CENTRAL,basement apt., 1-bedroom, clean & bright, 4 appli- ances included, parking for 1, sep- arate entrance, no pets. $630/month. Available March 1st. (905)683-8768. AJAX CHURCH/HWY. 2 3-bdrms (1-1/2 baths), $1100 all inclusive with parking. Freshly painted, & new appliances. Available Feb. in clean quiet bldg. 905-426-1161 AJAX Harwood/Bayly Available immed., basementr2 bdrms, own laundry & parking. Near all amen- ities. $850 +40% utilities. No smoking/pets. First/last, references (647)272-5960. AJAX SOUTH - large one bed- room , suits quiet single female, immediate $725/incl. Also 1 bed.+ den, suit single, March 1st. $750/incl. Sep. entrance, parking, laundry; 3 bedroom main floor, April 1st, $1075+part utilities. No pets/smoking, First/last/referenc- es. (905)686-6773 AJAX Westney/Hwy 2 Two-bed- room, brand new beautiful walkout basement apt. Laundry, parking $850-inclusive or one-bedroom $750-inclusive. Credit check a must. (416)878-0883 AJAX,1-bdrm basement, steps to lake, park & trails. Spacious & im- maculate w/private entrance. Large windows, bright rooms, ce- ramic floors, eat-in kitchen, 4pc bath, Avail. now. $800 inclusive w/cable. First/last, references. No smoking/pets. (905)686-0210 AJAX, EAST HAMPTONS,1 bdrm/1bath/1park/ $890+utilities. Available now. 5-appliances, fire- place, laundry, freshly painted, clean through, Name & number re. rental to Jacquelynn Tanner, Sales rep. sutton grp-heritage (905)619- 9500. AJAX, EXECUTIVE 1-BEDROOM walkout basement apt., fireplace, a/c, cable, high-speed internet, utilities included. available immedi- ately. $900/month. First/last. Call (905)619-1096 AJAX, LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement apt., fully renovated, separate entrance, full bathroom, a/c, cable, utilities, parking, laun- dry. First/last, $725/month. (905)427-9382, leave message. AJAX- 2 BEDROOM -Pickering Village, Laundry, Parking. Oshawa,-beautiful large 2 bed- room, in a clean low-rise, freshly painted, parking, call (905) 922- 0252 or (905) 686-0470. AJAX-NORTH, Brand-New Legal, Deluxe, Large 2 bedroom apart- ment, extra large windows, separ- ated Front entrance, foyer & sep- arate living/dining rooms, ceram- ics/laminated floors, Four applianc- es, parking. $950/inclusive. No pets/smoking. 1st/last, references. March/April. (416)994-3450. ALEXANDRA PARK,Oshawa. 1 & 2 bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park- view. Near Hospital. (905)579- 9439. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 BEAUTIFUL 2-BEDROOM base- ment apt. Kitchen, large living- room, includes parking and cable. Available immediately. $950 inclu- sive. Altona/Kingston, Pickering, nice area. (905)509-5412 after 3p.m. or 24hrs. 416-951-5876. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOND ST. APTS.Bachelor $490, Available March 1st. (at Wilson). Clean, bright, newly decorated, private, safe neighbourhood. Shopping, bus, laundry. (905)438- 0558. No pets prefered. BOWMANVILLE - awesome 1 bedroom apartment, gas fireplace, country setting, on acreage at the edge of town, laundry available, all-inclusive, fridge and stove $950. (905) 432-4094. BOWMANVILLE,2-bedroom plus sun room, in Century home. 4-appliances, pool, parking garage, A/C. $995 plus hydro. Suit professional couple. Available March 1st. (905)430-9085. BOWMANVILLE-beautiful 3 Bdr upper level, 2 car garage, laundry, appliances, No smoking/pets. $1000.00 partial utilities neg. Mar1st. Credit check/references required. (905)721-8620 CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bedroom, 2-level apt. in 4-plex, parking, near downtown & hospital. References, 1st/last, $750/inclusive. 416-528- 7212. CHURCH/Hwy 2.Immaculate 3 bedrooms apartments. Close to schools / shopping/GO. 416-444- 7391, Ext. 241 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. CLOSE to Durham College, suit- able for students. Share house. In- ternet & utilities incl. Avail. March 1st/15th. Call for info (416)727- 1607 or (905)686-5206 COURTICE -2 bdrm. apt., on upper level of house, new appli- ances, new carpet. Parking, all in- clusive. $1050/mo, first/last. Avail. immediately. Call 905-665-1905. COURTICE,upper level, 3-bdrms, l/r, d/r, full kitchen, all appliances, 3pc bathroom, laundry, parking, near 401/all amenities. First/last. $1250/mo inclusive. 905-728- 2239. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - huge 3 bedroom with balcony, heat, hot water, parking included, $1100 per mo. lst./last Available Mar. lst Also 2 bedroom, March lst or before. $900. inclusive. Call (416)520- 6392 or (905)669-4009 DOWNTOWN Whitby, 1-bedroom plus den in 6 plex. Upper floor. $825/inclusive. Available immedi- ately. First/last. 1-parking. Close to school and park. No dogs. Call (905)683-9822 DOWNTOWN WHITBY, one bed- room $750 includes all utilities; 2 bedroom $800, hydro extra, avail- able March 1st. First/last/referenc- es, no pets. (905)430-8327 DUNDAS/COCHRANE - Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedroom apt. available. Close to school/shop- ping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-666-1525. EXEC. BSMT APT - Pickering - 1 bdrm & bath above ground. Sept. entrance, A/C, parking & wet bar. Near GO/shop/amen. No smok- ing/pets $850/incl. 905-831-9145 Harwood & Bayly FREE MONTH RENT 1 & 2 bdrms from $865 Renovated Units Call 310-7000 HUGE 3 BEDROOM,1160 Sim- coe St. S., Oshawa. Available im- mediately. $950/mo. Heat and hy- dro extra. Call 9a.m.-4p.m. Week- days. (905) 725-9991. KING ST. BOWMANVILLE large clean one bedroom above store, $675 inclusive. 2 bedroom above store, newly renovated, $650 plus. (905) 449-5906. LONG-TERM RENTERS:Beauti- fully renovated Whitby 2-bedroom apartment, by 401/schools/amen- ities. Parking, coin laundry, Pet/smoke free. Available. $925+ hydro (heat&water paid). (905)986-0670. LOOK NO FURTHER, beautiful Courtice 2-bdrm, private country surroundings, minutes to town, laundry/storage in apt. $1100 in- clusive. Avail. immediately. No smoking/pets. Call 905-435-2470 LOVELY 2-BEDROOM,Whitby Duplex, fireplace, walkout to large yard, patio, appliances, parking, laundry. References. $815/month inclusive, available immediately. Call (905)743-0376. NORTH Oshawa - 3 bedroom, April lst/ May lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, park- ing and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA -Mary/Ross- land, 2-bdrm. bsmt, $900/mo. incl. all util. & high-spd internet. Private entrance, self contained, parking, shared laundry, non smokers, no pets, avail. Mar..1, 905-723-6959. ONE BEDROOM + den town- house, Olive Ave. Oshawa.. Close to buses, schools, park. Fenced yard, great deck. Parking included. No pets. $650+utilities. Available immediately. 905-771-9502. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. Separate entrance, full bath, util. included, cable. Available immedi- ately. No smoking or pets. $725/mo/first/last. Brock Rd/Major Oaks, Pickering. (905)683-7404 ONE-BEDROOM basement apt laundry, parking, fridge included. Smoke-free. references req'd. $650-inclusive. Sandy Beach Bay- ly near GO train, bus out front (416)697-5777 OSHAWA NORTH,2 bdrm. apt. in small, quiet building. A/C, fully carpeted, $900/ inclusive, first/last required, immediate/March 1st.No pets. Phone 905-718-0361. OSHAWA - 1 Bedroom basement. Sep. entrance, parking, private laundry, a/c, $800/inclusive. First/last. No pets/smoking. Avail. Mar. 1. Stevenson North. 905-576- 8560. OSHAWA - 3 BEDROOM Rit- son/Olive, clean, new carpet, fresh paint, parking, yard, porch. Profes- sionally managed,Feb/Mar. $949 plus utilities. Dan 416-657-2117. OSHAWA – APARTMENTS and ROOMS available. 3BR Lloyd St. available April 1 $850 + utilities; 1BR Lloyd St. available March 1 $650+hydro; ROOMS – STU- DENTS welcome, Marquette Ave. available immediately $450 all in- clusive-great house! Call (905) 666-5031 OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. (905)432-8914, (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558-2622 OSHAWA, 2 apts. - 1 bedroom $695/inclusive. 1 bedroom $595/inclusive. No pets, located in quiet Oshawa residential area. Avail. immediately. Call (905)424- 5083. OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM near OC (Adelaide/Park), new carpets, freshly painted, well managed, parking, quiet building, appliances included. $825/month-inclusive. Laundry. Immediately. 905-576- 3654 OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,New- ly decorated, large 1-bedroom in clean, quiet low-rise building. Near all amenities. Laundry facil- ities, available March 1st. $660, parking included, hydro extra. 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA, NEAR O.C.2-bedroom all utilities included, first/last, refer- ences. Available immediately $750. Phone 905-243-0339, 905- 263-2244. OSHAWA-very clean, main floor, spacious one bedroom apartment, laundry/cable/air, utilities all includ- ed. $800/mo. BASEMENT APT., $600/inclusive. (905)579-8510, No pets/smoking. OSHAWA- King/Ritson, large one bedroom apt. on main floor of cen- tury old house, close to downtown and all amenities. Laundry, park- ing. $750/incl.. 416-951-2236. PICKERING - 1 bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance. Near 401 and all amen- ities. $650/month inclusive, no smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. (905)831-3415 PICKERING - 2 bedroom base- ment apartment for rent. Separate entrance. 2-car parking. $850 all inclusive. Call (416)903-6944 or (905)420-2009. PICKERING - Major Oaks/Brock Rd. 2 bdrm. walkout basement apt., includes parking, utilities, air, separate laundry. Available March or April 1st. No pets/smoking. $900/mo. 905-686-1672. PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly Large 2-bedroom bsmt apt., avail- able March 16th, $950/mo in- cludes utilities/cable/laundry/park- ing, close to GO. Call 905-420- 9889 or 416-859-6856 PICKERING,Brock / Hwy. 2, 2 bedroom, newly finished, cable, laundry, parking, sep. entrance, close to transit, no smoking/pets. Available immediately. $850. 905- 619-9356. PICKERING,large, lovely, like new one-bedroom basement apt, A must see. No smoking/pets. 4-appliances, 4pc bath, near bus/GO/shopping, $750/inclusive, (905)420-0069. PICKERING, Bright, spacious, newly finished, 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Laundry, large backyard. Non-smoker. Walk to GO. Available immediately. $975/mo incl. Call 905 839-2617. PICKERING,Liverpool Rd. 1-bdrm bsmt, quiet executive home on wa- terfront lot. Separate entrance, own laundry, parking, air, cable. No smoking/pets. $800/mo inclu- sive. 416-937-4522 PICKERING,Liverpool/Glenana. 1-bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate en- trance, kitchen, dining, bathroom, laundry. Close to all amenities. No smoking/pets. $750/inclusive. Call 416-994-9512. QUIET BRIGHT 2-bdrm bsmt apt. Parking, laundry. No smoking. Simcoe/Taunton, Oshawa. Avail. April 1st. $850/mo inclusive. First/last, references. (905)619- 1385 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. SCARBOROUGH - Port Un- ion/Kingston Rd. Spacious 3 bed- room Flat. Large backyard. 3 car parking. Laundry. TTC. Available immediately. $1200. Please call 416-286-4597. 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 SOUTH AJAX 2-bedroom apart- ment. Fireplace, central air/vac, laundry, parking, backyard, hot tub, satellite, internet, ceramic throughout. Non-smoking, pets ok. $1150/mo. hydro included. Avail- able immediately. 905-686-3197. SOUTH Ajax quiet neighbourhood, brand new one bedroom plus liv- ing, legal basement apartment, sep entrance, parking/laundry/cen- tral air, many upgrades $800.00 inclusive, first/last, available March 1st call 905-426-7770 SPACIOUS 800 sq.ft bachelor at- tic apartment in large, quiet family home. Private entrance/balcony, 4pc washroom, eat-in kitchen, A/C, premium cable, parking, utilities. Par k/401. No smoking/pets. Avail- able March 1st. $675/month. 1st/last required. (905)576-4362. SPACIOUS one bedroom apart- ment available immediately in Whitby. Close to Go and 401. $800/mo. Call 647-893-1233 after 6. 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 NEW!To wn- house/Apartment rentals. 2 bed- rooms, 4 appliances, aircond., pat- io/garden, parking, storage. 905- 852-4777 WESTNEY/FINLEY Large bsmt bachelor, new w/complete kitch- en, 4pc bath, cable, laundry, park- ing, Close to all amenities, close to Go. $675/mo. 905-686-2441. WHITBY - 2 bedroom apt., top floor, balcony, on quiet green street, in 7-unit building, beautiful view.. Close to Go-Train, parking, available now. (416)498-4770 WHITBY CLEAN quiet, spacious 1-bdrm main floor of house. Cen- trally located, "Olde Whitby" full basement, laundry, suits adult, working person(s), non-smok- ing/pets. Avail. March 1. $890+util- ities. 905-668-3011 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, LARGE, LEGAL 2- bdrm bsmt., share laundry. Close to public transit/shopping. No smoking/pets. $850/mo all inclu- sive. Available immediately. Call (905)655-9624 please leave mes- sage WHITBY, 1-BEDROOM apt. in triplex. Quiet street, large yard, 4 appliances, fireplace. No smoking or pets. Avail. March 1. $690/mo. + shared utilities. Call 905-427-9437. WHITBY, 2-BEDROOM, in quiet home, lovely neighbourhood, park- ing, air, utilities, cable, pool, no pets/smoking, Close to shopping /401/public transit. $900/mo. March lst. (905)720-2611 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF SARAH KELLY, DECEASED All claims against the Estate of Sarah Kelly, late of the Town of Ajax, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, de- ceased, who died on or about the 26th day of November, 2004, must be filed with the undersigned personal repre- sentative on or before February 28th, 2005, thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of said estate hav- ing regard only to the claims then filed. Dated at Whitby, Ontario, this 20th day of January, 2005 William J. R. Livingstone, Estate Trustee With a Will, COATH, LIVINGSTONE, BRUNT P.O. Box 327, Whitby, Ontario. LlN 5S4 NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold by Bates Family Auctions, on February 17, 2005 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 6:00 p.m. to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: D&G CUSTOM COMPUTERS DIRECT HILLCREST SHEET METAL KAREN JODHAN JENNIFER JOHNSON MIKE DOBBIN MERCEDES BLACKWOOD MAISIE SMITH KENNETH MUIR CLAYTON WALL MARY KIMBERLEY CLAUDIA SACCO JENNIFER WELSH Dated in the City of AJAX, in the Province of Ontario, 1 February, 2005.SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8. 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 WEE WATCH is looking for loving, responsible Providers to care for children in their home. We offer: • ongoing support and training • equipment • regular paycheques • payment for statutory holidays • payment for child’s sick days • all advertising and marketing (905) 686-2328 I needyou... to look after me in your home to look after me in your home I needyou... KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty! 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "Big Orange Barn" Thurs. Feb. 10th, 6:30 p.m. Preview from 5 p.m. HUGE THURSDAY NIGHT SALE - 4 PARTS •PA RT (1) Fine quality selected Canadiana, Victorian & French Antiques, English china & Royal Doulton sought after figurines •PA RT (2) Bedroom, mission, sleigh and post bed sets, contemporary, traditional & classical 9 pc. diningroom sets, accent commodes & home decor •PA RT (3) Huge selection of Persian, Oriental and Korani high grade carpets, Ltd. Edition art, fine china, Limoges, Royal Winton, Ironstone & collectables. •PA RT (4) Fine jewelry, diamond rings, emerald, sapphire, topaz, sterling 925, huge assortment, just in time for Valentine's Day Do Not Miss This Great Sale!! Lots of New & Old Items!! For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda - Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) 905-683-0041 POLICE & STORAGE AUCTION Stapleton Auction Centre Newtonville February 11th, Friday, 5:00 p.m. Selling a large variety of unclaimed property items for Durham Regional Police including bicycles, power tools, power cement saw, power nailer, stereo and sound equipment, printers, monitors, scanners, fax machines, air pigs, camera/supplies, binoculars, cell phones, keyboard, play station 2, plus unclaimed de- signer furniture from a storage facility, black lacquered bed/dresser/mirrors/night stands, white lacquered bed/dresser/mirror, queen flowered upholstered headboard/mattress/box spring, matching wingback, 6 chests bamboo style, 8 leather covered chairs, two leather side chairs, dining table 6 caned back chairs, glass top table, wrought iron daybed/trundle, single bed w/mattress/box spring, etc. etc. Pre- view after 2 p.m. Check website for updates, note the new date and time. Te rms: Cash, approved cheque, visa, interact, master card. AUCTIONEERS FRANK AND STEVE STAPLETON, NEWTONVILLE (905) 786-2244 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS Selling of Household Items At Malcolm Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Road 1/2 Mile South of Blackstock ★Sat., Feb. 12, 2005 @ 10:30 a.m.★ 1971 Nordic 399 Wide Track Snowmo- bile, Gustav Stickley Rocker Circa 1910, Pot Bellied Stove, Old Trunk, Persian Carpet 8' x 13' (3 Years Old), Tabriz Origi- nal Wool Hand-Made (Over 100 Years Old), Occupied Japan, Radial Arm Saw, Old 1800-1900 Rare Books, Dish (around 1896), Duncan Fife Drop-Leaf Table & 4 Chairs, 24" Stove, Plus So Much More! BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS 705-328-2185 or 905-986-4447 www.theauctionfever.com WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for an Ajax home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Dining room table, chesterfield suite, 6pc 4 poster pine queen bedroom suite, pine dressing mirror, king bed, kitchen suite, tables, chests, frames, corner china cab- inet, large quantity of collectables and glassware, jewelry, Caribbana 10ft bird on wheels costume, 4WD ball joint ser- vice set, Snap-On tools (special application wrenches), 1996 Ford Windstar Van (as is), plus many other interesting items.Ter ms:are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, February 11th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 Eastlake settee, wicker desk, oak modern dining room set, rod iron table & chairs, Jadite canister set, approx 8 place setting Noritake "Windham" dishes, refinished dressers, 4 oak T-back chairs, captains bed, what-not stand, qty of books, oak drop front desk, fishing table boxes, Vintage Barbie dolls, Teddy bear (straw filled), Treadle sewing ma- chine, pine hutch, tea wagon, oak arm chair, table & floor lamps, York 2001 weight set, two new 2 door refrigerators, new microwave, 7Hp Mastercraft snow blower, qty. of chi- na, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil, Auctioneers Little Britain (705)786-2183 or www.corneil@theauctionadvertiser.com Auction Sale~Coins & Currency & Stamps & Sports Cards. Haydon Auction Barn. From 401 ext. 431 at Bowmanville, north 8 mi. on Hwy 57 to Concession Rd 8, turn east at the fire hall to Haydon.Sunday Feb.13 @ NOON.Te r ms: Cash, Interac, Cheque I/D Note: 4 % Buyer’s Premium Visa, M/C.Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 Auction Sale~Haydon Auction Barn. Sat. Feb. 12, @ 5 pm From 401 ext. 431 at Bowmanville, north 8 mi. on Hwy 57 to Concession Rd 8, turn east at the fire hall to Haydon.Household furn and collectibles from a Bobcay- geon home:Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 Coin & currency auction Sun.Feb.13 at 12 noon WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDAS, large 1-bedroom basement, walk- in closets, hardwood/ceramic, bay window, separate entrance, walk- out, parking. New home. $850/in- clusive. (905)509-4006 or 416- 877-4543. WHITBY,Dryden/Anderson. New- ly finished basement apt. Sep en- trance, laundry facilities. Near all amenities. Brand new. $850-inclu- sive, first/last (905)665-0581, 905- 449-2670 WHITBY-2-bedroom suites $860, all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Monday - Friday. (905)666-4589. WILSON/OLIVE,nice bachelor apt., suitable for working, quiet person, Avail. immediately./Feb.15 or Mar.1, $475./mo. 905-721-9789 or 905-922-4751. COURTICE, PARKWOOD VIL- LAGE 1-bedroom loft, luxury con- do, fireplace, 6 appliances. Avail- able March 1st. $1050+ utilities. Call (905)881-4406. PICKERING - 3 bedroom condo, 5 appliances, 1.5 baths, ensuite laundry, A/C, no smoking/pets, $l,400 per mo. lst/last. Credit check. Utilities included. (905) 427-4754. A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3-BEDROOM semi, Ajax, quiet, large basement, fenced yard, new furnace/Air, hardwood, appliances, redecorated, pets ok, no smoking. References. $1325/month. 905- 728-6253 between 9am-12noon, 604-609-9948 any time. 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 - DETACHED house for rent- 2 bedroom, beautiful ravine lot, Pickering Village, Call (905) 922-0252 or (905) 686-0470 AJAX,4-bedroom home, immedi- ately. Includes finished basement, appliances, close to all amenities, schools, quiet family neighbour- hood. $1,650+utilities. Call (416)616-3770 or (905)428-9964. AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Car- ries for less than rent. OAC. Mini- mum income required per house- hold is $40,000. Please call Aure- lia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905)728-1600, 24 hr. pager. AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST, 3 bed- room, 3 bathroom, street home in Courtice, gas heat, attached gar- age, $1250 plus. No pets/smok- ing. (905)263-4631. BURNS/THICKSON WHITBY - beautiful 3 bdrm. home, 2 fireplac- es, bay windows, all appliances incl. $1500+utilities, avail. March 1. Call 905-427-5128. CENTRAL BOWMANVILLE,small 3 bedroom house. Stove/fridge garage, yard, non-smokers, $1100.00 month plus utilities, fist & last. Available March 1. Call (905)623-5278. HARWOOD/SALEM,3-bdrm main floor, large yard w/deck. Close to all amenities. March 1st. $1195/mo +utilities. First/last/references. Days (905)720-3024, after 7pm (905)683-7892 NORTH OSHAWA Simcoe St. 3-bdrm bungalow. Quiet ravine lot. Appliances, A/C, No pets/smokers. First/last. References. $1050 + util- ities (905)655-4878 OSHAWA area. 1 bedroom upper level in triplex. Centrally lo- cated, all amenities, Call today for more information. 416-402-3435 or 416-704-9826. OSHAWA CENTRE area, 3- bdrms., renovated kitchen w/built- in washer/dryer, large backyard, $1200/mo + utilities. Avail. March 1st. First/last/references. 905-571- 0631. OSHAWA near hospital. Cute 2- bdrm bungalow, fridge/stove. Ma- ture lot, newly renovated. $900/mo+hydro & gas. No pets/smoking. References essen- tial first/last. (905)985-2728 eve. PICKERING bright, clean 3-bdrm detached. 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, 4 appliances, garage, March 1, $1175+utilities. No smok- ing/pets. (905)683-9629 WHITBY - Otter Creek, detached, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, garage, walk to parks/schools, fenced yard, quiet street, available Apr. 1/st, $1200+utilities. (905)509- 2141 WHITBY 3-bdrm backsplit, garage, fenced yard, C/Air, near all amen- ities, $1100+utilities, Avail March 1. 416-805-5698 WHITBY,3-bdrm bungalow, main floor only, laundry, parking f/p, new paint, clean, close to lake. Large lot, no pets/smoking. References. $1,100 plus 60%, Bo Gustafsson, Sutton Group. 416-783-5000 BROOKLIN,executive 3-bdrms, in upscale Tribute community. Gar- age, h/w, f/p, walk-out to deck, a/c, freshly painted, 5 appliances. No smoking/pets. First/last. $1250+ utilities. Avail. Feb. 15th. (905)655- 0229 CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.realstar.ca HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. PICKERING New Lakeside Village executive townhouses. 1700-1900- sq.ft. 2-bdrms + den. 2 parking, 5 appliances, 3 baths, 2 patios. Con- servation & lake views. 3 available. $1450-$1600/mo + utilities. Call Brad 416-771-1807, 905-421-8989 available immediately TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. WHITBY, BROCK ST.N./Dundas Gorgeous, brand new townhome, 3-bdrms, 3-baths, ceramic/hard- wood throughout, deck, all new ap- pliances, C/A, separate garage, fireplace. $1400+utilities. Immedi- ate. 905-509-4006, 416-877-4543. AJAX NORTH ROOM in luxury home, use of kitchen & laundry, suits working person, $425/month, includes cable. First/last required. Avail. immediately. 905-686-1168 ask for Judy. NORTH WHITBY -1 furnished bedroom for rent, available imme- diately. Call Shirley 905-665-6267 after 4:30pm. PICKERING VILLAGE.For rent two single furnished rooms. Shared bathroom. Parking. Work- ing persons. No smoking. No pets. Call Sandra: (905)683-5630. PORT PERRY, room for rent, large room with semi private wash- room, kitchen and laundry facil- ities. No pets, no smoking $125 per week. 905-982-0228. ROOM FOR RENT,in new home, walking distance to beach, TTC, Go station, grocery store, Port Un- ion/Lawrence. Available immedi- ately, $450. 416-409-6356 WHITBY, Garden/Rossland, huge master bedroom, (fridge, micro- wave), ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, shared facilities. Non-smok- er, quiet working female preferred. $470.mo., 905-430-6675. AJAX - clean and quiet, excellent for night shift or student, kitchen, laundry, cable, parking, $500/ call Dave (647)283-0272 AJAX - TEACHERS WANTED. Large 3 bdrm. house, your own room + office. Fireplace, hardwood floor, laundry, monthly maid ser- vice, cable, parking. $575/inclu- sive. March 1 or April 1. Phone 905-404-0720. OSHAWA King/Wilson, 2 rooms furnished (finished basement). Fireplace, air, sep. rec room, kitch- en, own shower, laundry included. $150/week/room. First/last. Avail- able now. No pets 905-743-0919. PICKERING Altona/Hwy. #2. Fur- nished/unfurnished bedrooms available immediately in upscale neighbourhood. Single female pre- ferred. $450/mo. first/last, includes laundry, cable/internet. Near all amenities. (416)877-0297 PICKERING -clean furnished house to share. Mature male pre- ferred, parking, laundry, internet, telephone, cable TV, and all util- ities included. $475. No lease, non smoking house, no pets, 905-409- 9495. ROOM AVAILABLE To wn- line/Bloor St., Courtice area. Avail. immediately. Share all amenities, parking & laundry included. $350/month. Leave message. Call (905)433-1502 ROOM MATE wanted to share 3 bdrm house in Oshawa. $425/monthly all inclusive. Work- ing person preferred. Please call 905-725-3144 WHITBY,Shared accommodation in 4-bedroom home, $125 weekly. Call (905)665-2728. 1998 SKIDOO FORMULA 500 with 2005 Trail Pass and two hel- mets, excellent condition, will sac- rifice $2700 o.b.o. (905)885-7711 SINCERE SINGLES Spending time alone? We'll find you that special some one! 1-866-719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca. Winter special now on! DO YOU LIKE DANCING,fine dining, movies and travelling? If so, this mature lady would like to hear from you (55-65 years). Seri- ous replies only. Reply File: #146, This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, L1H 7L5 MALE LOOKING FOR HIS SOUL MATE, FEMALE. I'm 46, 6ft. athletic and handsome. I have a successful business. I'm strong enough to swallow my pride, non egotistical and non judgmental. I enjoy travel, dining out, movies, cycling, and swimming, I'm romantic, thoughtful, caring and an animal lover. You can E-mail at: davejohnson5@sympatico.ca SUSAN VICKERS,born in 1967, or anyone knowing her where- abouts, please contact her mother Helen at (905)452-9278, collect. (Last known address Oshawa) LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/ crafts/ outings. Snacks, lunch. Valley Farm Rd./Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905)839-7237 BABYSITTER WANTED.Must be able to work evenings and week- ends. Suitable for high school stu- dent. Call (905)509-3456. 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. 2005- ALL NEW FTA CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS. Full USA Programming, sales, service and installations. #1 in Durham. Call 905-767-0013. 4-door COMMERCIAL FREEZER/ REFRIGERATOR, water cooled. Greeting card display also avail- able (905)666-5275 A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 PIANOS & CLOCKS - Savings on all 2004 models in stock. Ends Jan. 30th. Also on Samick pia- nos, and Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments ap- ply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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 APPLIANCES - Refridgeator frost free, Deluxe stove $475/pair. Heavy duty washer/dryer, $275/pair or $675/all. Also super deluxe refridgeator/stove, large ca- pacity washer/dryer, used 2 years, will separate, all exceptional ap- pearance. (905)925-6446 BATHTUB,cast iron claw foot, good condition, $495; Queen size waterbed with heaters, etc $195. 905-571-6788. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BEDROOM SUITE,queen size headboard w/rails, triple dresser/mirror, chest of drawers, 2 night tables, good condition, ask- ing $575. Call 905-434-4374. CARPETS - I have several thou- sand yards of new Stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living- room & hall for $389.00. Includes carpet, pad & installation (30 yards). Steve (905) 743-0689 www.suburbancarpets.com CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 COMPUTERDEALS.NET Special- izing in anti-virus/spyware solu- tions. If your computer's way too slow, we know how to make it go! New & used laptops and desktops from $288. Family business, 20yrs same location. (905)655-3661. COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. P3/933 (Com- plete, black) $379.00; P3/500 (Complete) $269.00; CD-RW up- grade only $30.00 w/system pur- chase. Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within Oshawa/Whitby. Minimal Charge other areas. CD-RW upgrades only $50.00 Interac, Visa & Mas- tercard 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 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. EIGHT PC PINE cannonball bed- room 1750 oak bedroom $950; 7-pc oak dinette (4 chairs) $950; pr of French Provincial dressers $250; sofa & chair $300; single bed $150; loveseat & chair $450; fridge $250; stove $125; washer $150; dryer $125 (905)260-1123 ENTERTAINMENT UNIT for sale. $200-OBO. 6'hx5'w - in good con- dition. Please call 905-925-1633 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 HOT TUB COVERS - One week special $289.00. Best quality, de- livered to your door. Call 1-866- 652-6837 HOT TUB COVERS - One week Special $289.00 Best Quality, de- livered to your door. Call 1-866- 652-6837. LINCOLN MIG welder with gas at- tachment, $400. Cal 905-377- 1937. Never Used KENMORE GAS OV- EN,value $1,200., built in stain- less steel, Best Offer. 705-632- 1660. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, recondi- tioned ranges $125/up, recondi- tioned dryers $125/up, recondi- tioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PIANO 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. 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 wood. New in box, $800 accessory pack- age included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. 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. RETIREMENT SALE,Pine Loft Treasures. 918 Simcoe St.N. Everything must go, up to 50% off. Bedroom, diningroom, armoire and lots more. 905-579-9311. SAMICK UPRIGHT PIANO with bench, black, approx. 10 yrs. old, excellent condition. Call for more information 905-623-9155, after 5 p.m.. SATELLITE SERVICES:Direct TV DISHNET, Free To Air, C- band, HD-TV. 20 years servicing satellite. 905-428-1223, or drop by store for a demo. SINGLE "Adjusta-Magic"adjust- able bed with vibrator. Made by "Adjusta-Magic". New mattress asking $950. or best offer. Call 905-655-4386 after 5 p.m. STEAM PRESS SINGER model MSP8. Excellent condition, $350. Call (905)420-4165 TWO SINGLE electromatic beds, ultra-foam mattresses, plus-mas- sage. $1500 each OBO. Two years old, Paid $5000 new. (905) 697-2420 or (905)983-6353 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rent starts $200 per month for indooor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bow- manville. Call 905-436-1024 or vis- it us: www.courticefleamarket.com WHEELCHAIR - Adult Model Breezy 600. New in 2004, lightly used by one owner. Black light weight frame 18" x 16" folds for easy transport. Adjustable back- rest, seat, arms & foot rests. Rear Wheels 24" incl. Brake extensions & anti-tippers. Matrx-V seat cush- ion 18" x 18" with 2 water proof cushions & auto buckle seat belt. Deep contour lumbar support back 18" x 19" all removable for clean- ing. Safety Spec sheet, warranty from Medical Supply Co. Paid $3,032.00 asking $998.00 O.B.O., will deliver. Call (905)427-1878. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 9, 2005, PAGE 11 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Classifides Continued On Page 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com Durham band is orchestrating a good time in Ajax Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos School opens up with dance performances for a good cause PICKERING – Vaughan Willard Public School presented an ‘Evening of Culture’ recently with several dance performances from stu- dents and the community. As well, donations were collected for tsunami relief throughout the night. The event featured Irish, Sri Lank- an, jazz, African and Hindu traditional per- formances. Above, Jennifer Armstrong, left, and Kelly Craigen, were fast on their feet as they entertain the audience with a jazz rou- tine. At left, Arani Tharmalingam was part of a Sri Lankan dance performance. Saturday concert features soloist Alan Klaus By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The Durham Chamber Or- chestra is hoping brass works just as good as gold. In their second concert of the sea- son, appropriately titled ‘Brass Works’, the group will be displaying their musi- cal expertise at the Notre Dame Catho- lic Secondary School Performing Arts Centre in Ajax on Saturday, Feb. 12. “This is a lovely show for music fans of all ages,” said Olga Siblock, band member of the Durham Chamber Or- chestra. “There is nothing like the ex- perience of hearing a live orchestra at work. This is a higher level of music than what you simply would hear on a CD or the radio. It’s inspiring.” Featuring the talents of guest musi- cian Alan Klaus, a Master’s student of performing arts at the University of Western Ontario, this soloist trumpet- er will play the ‘Concerto for Trumpet’ by 19th Century musician Hummel. Klaus even won the University’s con- certo competiton last year, performing the Hummel concerto. “We are so privileged to be featur- ing (Klaus) as part of our performance this year,” said Ms. Siblock. “This is an opportunity for all residents of the community to hear a musician of that calibre, backed by our orchestra, at such an affordable price.” Other pieces scheduled for the Feb. 12 performance include Elgar’s Sere- nade for String Orchestra and Rimsky- Korsakov’s Russian Easter Overture. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the event, which can be purchased from any orchestra member or at the door, are $10 for adults and $8 for stu- dents and seniors. Po etry contest looking for entrants DURHAM — Even in death, Durham poet Dan Sullivan continues to contrib- ute to the community. The Dan Sullivan Memorial Poetry Contest is a tribute to the late poet, who passed away during the inaugural Poets in the Pub night in March 1995. There are categories for adults, youths (under 18) and children (under 12). Each group is evaluated, with exception of the adult category, by a single judge, with top honours garnering publication in both the Writers’ Circle of Durham Region’s (WCDR) Word Weaver news- letter and on the organization’s website at www.wcdr.org. The brainchild of the WCDR, the contest is dedicated to encouraging and promoting poetry. The deadline for contest entry is Feb. 15 and all submissions and entry fees must be made online this year. A/P PA GE 12 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 NEW FURNITURE SALE We have just purchased from the Toronto Furniture Show, including mattresses, table & chairs, futons, Klik Klaks, leather recliners, leather sofa & love- seats, coffee tables & end tables, queen & king head boards, bedroom suites. We have just finished renovating the store, so lots of bargains. Durham Furniture 1188 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa. Call 905-571-4610 NEW FURNITURE SALE 1975 Taunton Rd. Hampton near Solina Rd. next to Krista Pools. Mattresses & box springs, all sizes, king matt. & 2 boxes $299, 3 sofa & chairs, curio cabs (2 only), 3 decorative desks, leather recliners only $299.99, 24" barstools, 48" pine & iron table & 4 chairs only $399, sofa table $199, lap top computer desk $239, other table & chairs plus many other articles. Open Mon. to Sat. 10 to 6, Sun. 12 to 5. 905-263-2517 ezautoapproval.com 1-888-283-7701 CLOSET ORGANIZERS Caspian Woodworking (905)837-0894 WOODY'S MEATS-Gov't. in- spected. FEBRUARY SPECIALS, but ending Feb. 21. Sides $1.70 lb., cut, wrapped and frozen. 40 lb. special mixed $120. Steaks, roasts and hamburg. 30 lb. packages of steaks, 3/4" thick $6.99 lb.; Roasts 30 lb. packages 4-5 lbs. each $2.90 lb; Hamburg 30 lbs. @ 1 lb. packages $1.30 lb. Order now. Call 905-986-4932 between 8-5 Mon. to Fri., and Sat. 8-12 noon. WILL BUY & PICK UP most un- wanted items, will also do dump runs. Call 905-668-6695. $$$ VENDORS WANTED $$$ Oshawa Jazz and Blues Festival Arts & Crafts vendors. Phone (905)986-0666 or email kerri@eclipseconcerts.com AUCTION SALE Sun., Feb.13 at 1pm (Preview 12 Noon). Victoria Square Community Centre, 2929 Elgin Mills Road East, Markham (404 to Elgin Mills, East to Hall) Over 1200 lots of art, jewellery, coins, household furniture, sports memorabilia, TV's, stereos, phones, collectibles and more. Consignments Welcome - No Selling Fees! Call (905)940-6532 AJAX LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD. The best quality and pric- es around. Cut/split/seasoned/de- livered. Discount for pick up. ($300 bush) 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. Dependable, quality ser- vice since 1975. (905)753-2246. ONTARIO MIXED HARDWOOD - seasoned, delivered. Day call: 705-484-2195 or Evening calls 705-484-0512. JOHN DEERE 60 HP tractor and loader, bucket and brush fork, 7 1/2 Lucknow snowblower. Very good condition. $7,500. Call 905- 377-1937. SATELLITES, FREE TO AIR.Is your DirecTV down? Everyone is switching to FTA; no cards, boards or atmegas. Specializing in the Free to Air systems. Get 1000's of channels, no monthly bills. 1St in Durham Region. Call 905-435- 0202. Email us at uneekelectron- ics@rogers.com 226 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. DROP BY OUR STORE FOR A FREE DEMO BLACK Lab Puppies, parents on site, home raised, CKC reg., first shots, dewormed, paper trained, Call (905)432-0865 GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies, Black & red, male female, born Dec.20, dewormed, first shots, ready to go. $350 each. Ask for Donna.(905)697-7886 LAB PUPS,chocolate, CKC registered, vaccinated, vet checked, micro chipped, guaran- teed and insured. (705)738-6716 WHEATEN TERRIER pups, 3 mths., ready to go, micro chipped, First/second shots, CKC & SCWT member. Call (905) 721-2433. 1989 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX, 2 door, white, 16" rims, new gas tank and motor mounts, undercoated, certified & E-tested, $2,500 OBO. Call Ken 905-396-0451 1995 FORD CONTOUR GL, V6, good running condition. Body in excellent shape. 300,000km, $1,200 as is. (905)430-2902 1995 GRAND AM SE, maroon col- our, good condition, 151,000km, $3500 certified obo. 905-666- 3466. 1996 OLDS 88,152,000km, certi- fied & e-tested, rebuilt transmis- sion, loaded, clean car, $5,300 o.b.o.Call (905)432-3935 or (905)439-8712 1998 PONTIAC Sunfire GT,160,000kms, auto, p/sunroof, loaded, cert/e-tested, $3650; 1996 Pontiac Transport van, 7-passen- ger, loaded, cert/e-tested $3200; 1992 Toyota Corolla, 4-dr, 5-spd, e-tested, $1,250. (905)665-3222 2000 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS. 3.8L, V6, auto, air, black ext., leather, sunroof. 128,000km. $11,900. (905)725-2633. 2000 OLDS INTRIGUE, 1 owner, lady driven, loaded, immaculate, 105 K, $9,000. Call 1-705-324- 5584 2000 PONTIAC GRAND AM,4 dr., silver-grey, loaded, excellent condition, $7500 o.b.o. Call (905)404-1699 2002 JETTA TDI,114,000 km. Black. Hidden hitch, snow tires, winter package, a/c. Diesel, very economical. Clean, great condi- tion. $19,900.00 (905)982-1290. 2001 BUICK REGAL LS Luxury leather, power sunroof, only 41,000 kms., like new, $17,825 or $178 bi-weekly, 60 months oac. ONTARIO HYUNDAI (905) 668-5100 2001 HYUNDAI XG - 300 Luxury vehicle at an af- fordable price. Fully equipped, inc. leather, power sunroof and so much more, low miles. $16,895 or $168 bi-week- ly. $0 down, 60 mos. oac ONTARIO HYUNDAI (905) 668-5100 2002 BUICK RENDEZVOUS Fully loaded, excellent condition, great price, great value. $16,703 or $147. bi-weekly, $0 down, 72 months oac. ONTARIO HYUNDAI (905) 668-5100 2003 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF, 4 door, white, 46,000 kms., like new. Air, CD, $18,500.00 (705) 432- 3041 or (705)-357-3306. 2003 TIBURON GT V-6power, fully loaded, including leather, power sunroof, 2 sets of rims and tires and so much more. $14,875 or $129. bi-weekly. $0 down, 72 months oac. ONTARIO HYUNDAI (905) 668-5100 BAD CREDIT? No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! Call now! 905-686- 2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE (905) 767-0951 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED $ $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. To ps 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 SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 1994 FORD EXPLORER LTD., new tires, rad, exhaust, 170,000 km, $7,000 cert. 905-436-3453; 416-230-3779. 1993 SUZUKI SIDEKICK $3499; 1996 Ford F150 $3999; 1996 Maz- da MX3 $3499; 1995 Neon $2699; Others from $1699 up. Certified & E-tested. Call (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1994 CHEV ASTRO, excellent ve- hicle, well maintained, much work recently done, one owner, 184K, ps/pb/pl, 8 passenger. $4,500. (905) 436-2051. 1996 CHEV LUMINA APV 3400 engine, auto, 7-passenger, tilt, cruise, pw/pdl, factory mags, ex- cellent cond. 213,000-kms. 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After a courageous battle with Leukemia, it is with great sadness we announce the passing of Laura Elaine Clarke (nee; Davis) at Lakeridge Health Centre, Oshawa – peacefully with family at her side. Loving wife of Dan. Devoted mother of Ryan and Julia. Beloved daughter of Earl and June Davis. Survived by brothers Jack (Julie), Ken (Carol) and Steve. Predeceased by her brother Robbie. Loving daughter in law of Bob and Barbara Clarke. Dear sister in law of Bob Jr. (Freida), Colleen (Warren) and Kevin (Chrissie). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Laura will be sadly missed by numerous relatives and friends. Friends may call on Wednesday February 9th from 2-4 and 6-9 pm at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge Street, at Goulding, south of Steeles). A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday February 10th at 3 pm. Cremation to follow. As an expression of sympa- thy, donations may be made to Leukemia Research. “So much to live for. Too young to leave this world.” McILVEEN, Dorothy Beatrice (August 24, 1924 February 5, 2005) - Dorothy passed away peaceful- ly at Grove Park Nursing Home in Barrie, ON. Doro- thy was originally from Napanee, ON. She will be fondly remembered for her unique wit and sense of humour. Her biggest passion in life was curling, with trophies to prove it. She also loved a good game of Bridge, a good book to read, and had a love of cats. She was a loving, generous and compassionate Mother and a wonderful Grandmother. She will be sorely missed by her children, Karen Lynn Rock- brune (Don) of Barrie, ON; Mary Ellen Brown (Don) of Airdrie, AB; and John Howard McIlveen (Natalie) of Toronto, ON. Also missed by her grandchildren, Kristi, Kelli, Karli, and Kayci Rockbrune of Barrie, ON; Jason Saunders of Toronto, ON; Abram Brown (Colleen) of Calgary, AB; Tami Lynn Lafferty (Mike) of Hamilton, ON; and Jeff and Tim McIlveen of Toronto, ON. She also leaves behind four great- grandchildren; Joshua David and Julianna Joy Brown of Calgary, AB; and Ethan and Klea Lafferty of Hamilton, ON. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Grove Park Home for their tender care of Dorothy. A memorial service will be held at the St. Paul's United Church, 65 King's Crescent in Ajax on Thursday, February 10th at 2:00 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson Society Canada through the Jennett Chapel of the McCLELLAND & SLESSOR Funeral Home, 152 Bradford Street in Barrie L4N 3B5 (705) 722-6656. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at dorothyMcIl- veen@funeralhome.on.ca MOWRY, Marlene (Donaldson)After a coura- geous battle with cancer on Monday February 7, 2005. Marlene, beloved wife of Don. Cherished mother of Heather and Mark Hughes, Lynda and John Chatwin, Cheryl and Joe Mastinsek and Shelly and Gareth Windsor. Devoted Grandmother of Ryan, Jordan, Alicia, Riley, Allie, David, Luke, Madi- son, Joey, Sam Meaghan. Lovingly remembered by her best friend Pam Canham. Marlene will be missed by her many family members in Stratford and Western Canada, and her cousin Patti Thomas. Fr iends may call at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428-9090) on Thursday February 10, 2005 from 6-9 pm and on Fr iday February 11, 2005 from 12 noon until the time of the celebration of Marlene's life in the chapel at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marlene's memory to the Toronto Sunnybrook Regional Cancer Centre, Head and Neck Oncology Unit, 2075 Bayview Ave., Toronto, Ontario M4N 3M5 NORLOCK, Michael Thomas "Mike"After a lengthy illness passed away on February 8, 2005 at the Rouge Valley Health System, Ajax at the age of 42. Loving husband of Linda Norlock. Proud Dad of Deanna and Cameron Norlock, and stepson Mi- chael Beaumont and his wife Kim. Grampa Norlock of Madeline, Owen and Ryan Beaumont. Cherished son of Sally and the late Thomas Norlock. Dear brother of Darlene and Rick Spratley, and their chil- dren Hollie and Skylar. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) (905)428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Thursday. Fu- neral Prayers in the chapel on Friday, February 11, 2005 at 11 am. Cremation. A reception to follow at the Funeral Home. Should family and friends so de- sire, donations to the Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. STRIEMER, Jamie - Suddenly on Friday February 4, 2005 at the age of 30. Beloved partner and soul- mate of Jessica. Dearly loved son of Brian and Linda. Adored brother of Louise and Bryan. Loved grandson of Grace Elliott, Barcella Striemer and Dorothy and the late Tony Manganelli. Will be greatly missed by his aunts and uncles: Mark and Cathy Elliott (Scarborough), Maxine and Doug Pope (Sudbury), Randy and Tara Striemer (Calgary), Carey and Monique Striemer (Sudbury) and in Eng- land by Susan and David Connolly, Diane Robinson and Mary Hancocks. "Jamie" will be missed by in-laws: Jak and Sue and will always be adored by Joanna, Julia and Jaclyn Prohaska. Jamie was a fantastic "big brother" for his many cousins and will be missed by countless friends. Forever loved and always remembered. Visitation was held at the "Scarborough Chapel" of MCDOUGAL & BROWN, 2900 Kingston Road (east of St. Clair Ave., E.) from 2-4pm & 7-9pm on Tuesday February 8, 2005. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 am on Wednes- day February 9, 2005 at St. Paul's United Church (200 McIntosh Ave., Scarborough). Interment, Resthaven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jamie's memory may be forwarded to the Jamie Striemer Scholarship Fund at any TD Canada Trust Branch. A/P PAGE 4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 Backwoods production begins Friday at museum By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — Pickering Museum Village is offering a sweet deal to local playgoers. In what is being deemed ‘dessert theatre’, residents of the Durham com- munity can attend a delicious ren- dition of JM Barrie’s ‘The Old Lady Shows Her Medals’ by the Backwoods Players performance group. The play, a one-act melodrama, centres around four cleaning women in London, Eng- land whose husbands are away at war. However, director Samantha Williams, has added her own spin to the tale. “I’ve made a few alterations to the script and added a prologue,” she said. “It’s our way of adding a unique per- spective to the play. It’s one of those stories that puts a face on humanity. It’ll make you laugh, it’ll make you cry, but it will also make you think. It has a great message.” The play is a light-hearted affair that highlights the kindness of people and the difference one person can make. A volunteer theatre group, the Back- woods Players, which often performs plays of historical merit, are quite ex- cited about this production. “We’ve had a lot of fun working on this show,” said Katrina Pyke, execu- tive producer. “The play itself is about love but it also concerns the fellowship of men all rolled into the backdrop of World War One. We’re positive the public’s going to really enjoy it.” With more than 150 members of all ages, the Backwoods Players is a widely-celebrated theatre group, infa- mous for its annual ‘A Spirit Walk’ play, a historical account of Pickering’s early settlers and their involvement in the ill-fated Rebellion of 1837. Ta king place in and around Valen- tine’s festivities, the Backwoods Play- ers is hinting that its newest play may be the perfect gift. 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Comprised of a diverse collection of art that spans paintings, sketchings, inkings, photographs, sculptures and models, the show is in- tended to emphasize the artistic merits of St. Mary students. “This exhibit will show once and for all that our school is one of the top art programs in all of Durham,” said Jen- nifer O’Leary, visual arts and photog- raphy teacher at St. Mary. “People in this region often don’t take high school students seriously. We want to prove there is real art being created in our school.” Prior to the show’s opening night festivities, students, who require an art prerequisite dating back to Grade 10 to be eligible for display, submitted their work to a panel of four judges for review. Approximately 20 students are showcasing their work, with another 10 helping co-ordinate the week-long event. Members of the St. Mary art, religion, languages, social sciences and technology departments have all lent a hand to the organization of the event. “We take this show very seriously,” said O’Leary. “Only the very best art- work of St. Mary students will be dis- played. That incentive gives the stu- dents something to strive for.” St. Mary is notorious for its art pro- gram, she says, with many past-gradu- ates often returning to mentor and lend advice. Leah Crockford, a top student of O’Leary’s senior visual arts program, has two pieces to be displayed and hopes for a career in interior design. “I’ve been working on perfecting my craft for nearly four years now,” said Crockford. “Most of my work is ab- stract. I put a lot of depth and thought into my pieces and I really think it shows. (My work) is very self-expres- sive.” The event, ‘Neoteric’ (meaning of recent origin; modern), is to be held at the Multiple Sclerosis Society Durham Chapter office, 400 Dundas St. W., Suite 6. Opening night admission is $5. St. Mary exhibits a knack for art A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo From left, Charles Stinson, Mary Delaney and Susan Gardner in ‘The Old Lady Shows her Medals’. Submitted photo Carolina Paterson, a St. Mary student, displays her artwork to be shown in the school’s show ‘Neoteric’. A/P PAGE 4 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005A/P PA GE 14 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005 Advertising FeatureAdvertising Feature SOCCER REGISTRATION 2005 The Ajax United Soccer Club will be holding Registrations for the 2005 Soccer Season Registration Date: Saturday, February 12th – Admirals Room – Ajax Community Centre 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Registration Fee: Ages 4,5,6 $90 ~ After March 1: $95 Registration Fee: Ages 7 and older $130 ~ After March 1: $135 Rep Fee: $250 per player Select Fee: $195 per player REGISTRATION FORMS ALSO AVAILABLE AT: Nelson Hobbies in the Ajax Plaza - (905)683-0351 Monday - Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Registration is open to girls and boys ages 4 and up. Proof of age and health card number is required. REP TEAM TRYOUTS Tryouts are presently being held for Girls/Boys Rep Teams. Please contact the appropriate coach or call the Club at (905) 683-0351 for details: GIRLS U9 Mary Rose (905) 428-7725 GIRLS U10 Paul Meikle (905) 428-1084 GIRLS U10 William Sribny (905) 831-5943 GIRLS U11 Ashley Williams (905) 428-8610 GIRLS U12 Richard Hirst (905) 404-0509 GIRLS U12 William Dover (905) 426-8576 GIRLS U13 To ny Lancia (905) 686-3006 GIRLS U14 Russ Kroon (905) 623-6928 GIRLS U15 Anthony Whitney (905) 404-0082 BOYS U10 Vince Salonia (905) 424-1247 BOYS U12 Mala Singh (905) 428-0891 BOYS U13 Dean Thompson (905) 686-0739 SELECT TEAMS GIRLS U8 Susie Meikle (905) 428-1084 TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Richard Hirst (905) 404-0509www.ajaxunitedsoccer.com Powerskating & Hockey SkillsPowerskating & Hockey Skills 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Ages 3-7 HockeyTips forTots Mini CampHockey Tips for Tots Mini Camp Learn to Skate Mini CampLearn to Skate Mini Camp 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Ages 6-8 & 9+4 Hrs. on ice daily 1 Hr. on ice daily 1 Hr. on ice daily 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Ages 3-7 www.icesports.com March Break CampsMarch Break CampsMarch Break CampsMarch Break Camps 1401 Phillip Murray Ave • Oshawa, L1J 8C4 • 905.725.6951 • oshawa@icesports.com Children’s T-Ball (year of birth 1999-2000) Children’s Softball (year of birth 1986-1998) Register in person at the Pickering Recreation Complex & Arena, Valley Farm Road, South of Hwy 2 on Tuesday Feb. 15 7:00pm to 9:00pm O’Brien Room Sunday Mar. 6 11:00am to 1:00pm O’Brien Room Register anytime by downloading the registration form on our website www.pickeringsoftball.com Birth certificate must be presented at time of registration 2005 PROGRAM REGISTRATION a non-profit community softball association recognized by the City of Pickering, community services and facilities. PICKERING SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION Membership fees: T Ball $85.00 per child All other age groups - $115.00 per child up to March 6 $100 each for additional family members FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-420-6050 UMPIRES, SPONSORS & COACHES 905-837-0606 U- iÃÊU- Ê*>`à U>ii«iÀÊU,iviÀiiÊU >V ««>ÀiÊÀÊ >ÀÊ-Õ««iÀà ¸9ÕÀÊi>`µÕ>ÀÌiÀÃÊ ÀÊ-VViÀÊEÊ Ài¸ iÜÊ V>ÌÊqÊ>ÝÊÊ-Ì>Ì £ääÊ7iÃÌiÞÊ,`°Ê-°]Ê>Ý äx{ÓÇnnÓ 7 Ê ,,9 ,1 9 *," 1 / - &OR !LL 9OUR 3OCCER .EEDS Submit your favourite local athlete’s photograph and a brief bio of their accomplishments (no more than 40 words) and become eligible to WIN a FREE LARGE PIZZA from PIZZA PALS PUB & PIZZA (Pick-up). Email your photos, saved as a .JPG to mbrophy@durhamregion.com or rcooper@durhamregion.com. Please include your name and phone number for verifi cation purposes. 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COMPETITIVE TEAM TRYOUT SCHEDULE GIRLS LEAGUE Y.O.B Division League Coach Contact # 1997 U8 DGSL Alfonso Garcia 905-420-8713 1996 U9 DGSL Vance Palache 905-837-5610 DGSL Colene Sharpe 905-831-3079 1995 U10 CESL Peter Corringham 905-831-4863 1994 U11 CESL Nixon Bernardino 905-837-2458 CESL Chris Jadoo 905-426-2629 1993 U12 CGSL-RP Bert Laing 416-722-9482 CGSL-R 2 Sam Calvelli 905-831-9170 1992 U13 CGSL-R1 Henry Ninaber 905-706-3317 CESL Robert Hennebury 905-837-2683 1991 U14 OYSL Ian Brown 905-420-2765 CGSL-R P Harry Craig 905-509-1413 1990 U15 OYSL Manny White 905-428-2182 CGSL-R P Alfo nso Garcia 905-420-8713 1988 U17 CGSL-R2 Dave Sora 905-420-9364 1987 U18 OYSL Ettore Bruno 416-268-5724 CGSL Gene Gesualdo 905-509-1988 1986 U21 Provincial Richard Alexander 416-725-7603 1986 U21 Regional Steve Bossence 905-831-3560 1985 Women’s TBA TBA 905-831-9803 Summer 2005 Outdoor Season Fees: $100 for players born in 1999(U6), 2000(U5), 2001(U4) $145 for players born in 1998(U7) and earlier Fees will increase to $110 and $155 effective March 13, 2005 Registration: New members must apply for a CLUB ID# before they can register. Application forms are available on the website. Proof of date of birth required for ALL NEW PLAYERS. 1735 Bayly Street, Unit 8B (905) 831-9803 Fax (905) 831-8968 Clubhouse Hours: Mon/Tues 10:30am-5pm; Wed/Thur 3pm-8:30pm; Sat 9am-1pm Returning members should register On-line at www.pickeringsoccer.ca BOYS LEAGUE Y.O.B Division League Coach Contact # 1997 U8 DBSL Tony Helm 905-831-0966 1996 U9 DBSL Luis Mendes 905-831-8214 DBSL Mervyn Vaz 905-839-7976 1995 U10 CESL Jeff Nastich 905-509-2569 CESL Ed Whitehead 905-427-2405 1994 U11 CESL Mike Reynolds 905-426-7070 CESL Gerry Lee 905-509-0738 1993 U12 CSL-R1 Andrew Dybenko 416-828-8671 CSL-R1 Michael Stanley 905-509-7418 1992 U13 CSL-R1 Desmond Warner 905-831-2797 CESL Fabian Best 905-686-7152 1991 U14 CSL-RP Moses Oke 905-837-0663 CSL-R1 Leon Leslie 905-683-7788 1990 U15 CSL-R2 Manuel Silva 905-837-9199 1988 U17 OYSL Junior Groves 905-509-7825 CSL-R1 Matt Dinunno 905-420-7194 1984 U21 OSL Derrick Jones 905-839-3190 P le a s e v is it o u r w e b s i t e fo r tim e a n d lo c a t io n . P la y e r b o o k o r p r o o f o f r e g i s t r a t io n is r e q u ir e d t o a t t e n d t r y -o u t s . T he Ajax Storm under-13 girls competitive soccer team successfully com- peted this past weekend in the annual Indoor Ontario tourna- ment held at the Ontario Soccer Centre in Vaughan. Th e Storm girls, who were recently voted Ontario’s Team of the Year, began the prelimi- nary round fi rst defeating the Oakville Redgales and then the Ajax Soccer Club. In the fi nal match of the tournament, the Storm faced a very strong and disciplined London Flash squad. Th e Storm girls pre- vailed winning by a 3 - 0 score. Th e girls showed well in this tournament, going undefeated, and outscoring the opposition by an 18 to 3 margin. Ajax Storm 2005 Indoor Ontario Cup Champions The Pickering Softball Association provides a fun and enjoyable opportunity for youth aged 4 to 19, to participate in both house league and select calibre softball throughout the summer. Players enjoy a full regular season and the playoff s are capped off with a “Champions Day”, in early September. Volunteers are always welcome for coaching, helping out on various committess, or umpiring (paid). Come on out and join the fun. You’ll be glad you did. For more information, visit www. pickeringsoftball. com or call 905- 420-6050. Pro viding Fun this summer This is the second year this cali- bre of show has been off ered in Ajax. Featur- ing coaching equipment for soccer coach- es, as well as tournament information, health and fi t- ness, sports in- jury and speed training for players as well as coaches. Lo- cal soccer clubs are highlighted with special presentations to coaches from those clubs. Representa- tion from major suppliers; Adi- das - Umbro - Nike - Puma and Lotto has already been confirmed. Th is show is hosted by Th e Soccer Con- nection and is a free event for both suppliers and guests. Call 905-427-8829 for informa- tion. 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