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The Pickering 46 PA GES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 ON THE RISE Band comes out on top at battle Entertainment Page 13 Sports Page 8 VERSATILITY Dakota offers plenty Wheels pullout HI-SPEED INTERNET WIRELESS Come See Our New Look! PICKERING TOWN CENTRE UPPER LEVEL SEARS WING 905.420.0744 (tm)Rogers, Rogers Wireless, and the Mobius design are trademarks of Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. Minimum 24 month commitment is required. DIGITAL CABLE [ Briefly ]] Christian women plan sweet sounding and tasting meeting: Perk up your morning with coffee and discussion next week. The Ajax-Pickering Christian Women’s Club is putting out the invite for its February morning coffee meeting, featuring the sweet sounds of Lisa Vegter of Pickering, while Jan- ice Beurling brings Hilary’s Special Honey. Guest speaker Eileen Good- man of Thornhill discusses her busy life and her unchanging strength. The meeting runs 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, Feb 24 at the Annandale Golf and Country Club, Church Street South, at Bayly Street, in Ajax. Admission is $8 at the door or $5 for first-time guests. Call Janet at 905-427-3072. Pickering Naturalists meet: The Pickering Naturalists is studying gulls at its March meeting. Richard Joos, a bird band with the Toronto Bird Observatory, will join the group to study Little and Ross’s gulls in Churchill, Manitoba. Joos has been researching an Arctic ecosystem associated with the feed- ing habits of the gulls. The meeting begins at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday, March 3 in the library at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School, corner of Rosebank Road North. For informa- tion, call Heather Jessop 905-837- 1775. The group’s March outing is for birding along the Toronto waterfront. Meet John Stirrat at 10 a.m. at the corner of the Pickering GO Station parking lot, before driving to Humber Bay East Park. The session is Sat- urday, March 12. Call Mr. Stirrat in advance at 416-284-7744. Meet the midwives : Sages- Femmes Rouge Valley Midwives invites the public to learn about mid- wifery. The midwives can support women during delivery at their home or at either of the Rouge Valley Health System’s two sites, in Ajax and Scarborough. Midwives provide care at no cost to women through pregnancy, labour, birth and postpartum. An information session is Monday, Feb. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pickering Ontario Early Years Centre, 1822 Whites Rd. Anyone interested is asked to register. Call 905-409-6447. [ Index ] Editorial Page, 6 Sports, 8 Classified, 10 Entertainment, 13 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 47,600 infodurhamregion.com SERVICE HOURS MON., WED., THURS., FRI. 7:30 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. TUES. 7:30 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. SAT. 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. (905) 831-5400 www.p ickeringhonda.com 575 KINGSTON RD. Email: service@pickeringhonda.com Historic home faces demolition North Pickering community fighting again to save home of Rebel leader By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — One of Pickering’s most historically important buildings is facing demolition — again. Public Works issued a dozen notices last week to tenants living in homes on the federal lands in north Pickering to vacate, including Laurie and Gary Barclay who live in the Tullis cottage. (Public Works manages the properties for Transport Canada, which owns the land). The home on Seventh Concession Road, just west of Brock Road, was designated as a heritage property in December by Pickering council. The Barclays received their latest eviction notice Feb. 16 and are to be out by June 30. They had previously received and fought one in 2001. “Not as bad as the first time,” is how Ms. Barclay described her feelings. “The first time was absolutely devastat- ing.” The letter refers to an inspection done some months ago that found it would be costly to make necessary re- pairs and upgrades. “The landlord has determined that it is uneconomic for the landlord to incur these expenditures, along with the ongoing maintenance costs of the premises. The landlord is now taking steps to obtain vacant possession of the leased premises for the purpose of demolition,” the letter reads. Gail Cross, spokeswoman for Trans- port Canada, could not comment on any specific property. She said the de- cision on the properties was based on a business case analysis. “(We’ve) come to the decision that it is not cost-effective to (keep them tenanted),” she said. The problem many have with the decision is the resulting loss of history. The Tullis Cottage was built in 1840 by Reverend George Barclay, the first Scottish settler of Pickering Township. He held several offices in the com- munity, as well as playing a large role in the Rebellion of 1837. The Barclays owned the home until it was expropri- ated by the federal government in the early 1970s, but even after that the Barclays continued to occupy it. “The Barclays were one of the key HARE’S TO YOU CLASS Ron Pietroniro / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Adrian O’Driscoll, co-ordinator for the Toronto and Region Conservation authority’s Watershed on Wheels program, shows off a rabbit pelt during last weekend’s Paw Prints Educational Hike event in the Frenchman’s Bay area. Families at the seminar learned about local wildlife and then ventured out to look for wildlife tracks and habitats. Pickering’s consultants suggest less is best for nuclear sirens By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — The City’s consul- tants say as few as six nuclear alerting sirens could do the job that Durham Region’s consultants say would take 29. A consultants’ report was given to members of council recently, suggest- ing far fewer sirens would be needed to meet the provincial requirements for an alerting system within three kilometres of a nuclear station. “Although seven sirens appear to be the minimum number required, there is the possibility that a certain percentage of the sirens may fail to operate properly... In order to meet this specification, more sirens are re- quired. Aercoustics (an engineering firm) suggests that a total of 11 sirens would be appropriate to address this design specification if redundancy is still required,” the report reads. To m Melymuk, division head of corporate projects and policy with the City, said the number could be further reduced if the location of the sirens were switched. “Six sirens will meet the standard based on the peer review,” he said. The different recommendations stem from the level of background noise used by each consultant. “What I understand is (the differ- ✦ See Dickerson, Page 4 ✦ See Move, Page 2 About 3,000 premises checked by health department in 2004 By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — The latest list of estab- lishments convicted of storing or serv- ing food in a manner not consistent with accepted public health practices has been released. The Durham Region Health Depart- ment is required by the Province to conduct a Food Safety program — including the regular inspection and monitoring of some 3,000 food prem- ises in Durham Region — to reduce the risk of food-borne illnesses. Establish- ments must comply with certain prac- tices or risk prosecution. “It’s to ensure that the food is going to be safe that the public’s going to be consuming,” said Ken Gorman, the health department’s director of envi- ronmental health. “The really good restaurant and food operators are going to be good because they want to be good. We have lots of them out there. Others may not be as diligent.” Mr. Gorman said the number of convictions in 2004 was comparable to 2003. He said 45 were convicted last year, compared to 54 the previ- ous year. Charges range from failing to store foods at the proper tempera- tures to failing to store food on racks or shelves. Bobby C’s Dockside at Port Darling- ton Marina was convicted in November 2004 of eight charges laid over a two- day period in March 2004. Since then, inspectors have given the restaurant a clean bill of health, owner and operator Kayle Tronstad said. “Since last year, they’ve come in and been nothing but blown away. Yeah, we got dinged pretty good, but in our view we run a really good ship,” Mr. Tronstad said. Mr. Tronstad said six of the eight charges were first-time offences, and that some of them had to do with the building being 30 years old, such as cracks in the dry wall. Not once has the restaurant received a phone call about someone getting ill from eating there, he added. “People see that we’ve got eight charges and they think there was raw chicken all over the floor. That’s what’s more damaging, the fact that the gen- eral public doesn’t know the fullest extent of what it is they do come in and look for, the little things,” he said. Mr. Gorman said all the establish- ments on the list had the opportunity to change the way they prepare, store or serve food before being charged. More time is given to correct construction or maintenance concerns, but food han- dling issues are rechecked within 24 to 48 hours, he said. “We invest a lot of time trying to tell people the reasons why so they have a full understanding of what the ex- pectations are. The end result is, we’re not there every day. It becomes in- cumbent upon that individual to take that knowledge and ensure that they’re Pickering restaurants fined for violations ✦ See Six, Page 4 PICKERING — Bill McLean doesn’t want to wait until Whitby separates from PAW before Pickering has an alternate plan in place. The Pickering Ward 2 regional councillor and member of the Pickering-Ajax-Whitby (PAW) Ani- mal Services Committee wants City staff to inves- tigate alternatives to PAW while they meet with staff from the Town of Whitby about continuing the partnership. “We should seek out some other actions in the event that these talks collapse,” he said at Monday’s executive committee meeting. Whitby wants the 20-year-old contract between it- self, Pickering and Ajax revisited, believing it should get an administrative fee since the service is oper- ated out of its municipality. “I’m hearing they want to continue but they want to reopen the contract,” Coun. McLean said in an interview Thursday. “It’s a partnership and we all benefit in one way or another. Whitby benefits by having it in its town.” He wanted staff to report back on the talks with Whitby, as well as the alternatives, by the end of March, but other members of the committee thought that was too soon and Mayor Dave Ryan suggested May. They agreed staff would report back at the end of April. Some alternatives Coun. McLean suggested are having Pickering offer the service on its own, con- tracting it out, or partnering with Ajax. He would prefer working with Ajax. The PAW contract is up at the end of the year. 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She said the single-storey Ontario classic is worthy of heritage designation not only because of its archi- tectural elements, but also because of the Barclay family. “It meets just about every criteria for designation. It could be the house or the family,” she said. The only home on the lands that the federal gov- ernment has designated as a heritage property is the Bentley House, now the office of the Greater Toronto Airports Authority. Ajax-Pickering MP Mark Holland has also taken up the cause. “We have so little local heritage left... There’s a number of properties in northern Pickering that pres- ent an opportunity to preserve Pickering’s heritage,” he said. He has written a letter to and met with Transport Minister Jean Lapierre. “We need him, essentially, to intervene,” he said. “I don’t expect to get anything definite until Thursday.” Mr. and Ms. Barclay have lived in the home for 20 years, raising four of their five children there. Ms. Barclay is upset not just at the prospect of losing her home, but also a part of her family’s and Pickering’s history. “In our case it’s because they want to demolish this home,” she said. “We would walk away from it if the house was saved.” Ms. Crossman said the government is interested in working with local groups but that wouldn’t change the decision regarding the vacating of the properties. “We would consider heritage significance, but that would not in any way affect our decision regarding tenancy,” she said. Mr. Holland is hoping that before there are any further evictions that ministry officials sit down with the City and the heritage committee to discuss the historical significance of homes on the federal lands. ✦ Move, From Page 1 Move afoot to save Pickering heritage home Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo The former home of George Barclay, one of the leaders of the 1837 Rebellion, is slated for demolition following an order last week from Public Works. 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City clerk Bruce Taylor briefed Pick- ering council on the concept at a recent management forum and said all the lakeshore municipalities in Durham are supportive of the idea, but so far only Clarington has passed a bylaw to opt into the provincial program. In September, the Province changed the Marriage Act to allow municipal clerks, or a designate, to solemnize marriages and help take the load off Ontario’s justices of the peace. “The reason the Province got into this was because the marriages carried out by justices of the peace are not going to be carried out anymore,” Mr. Ta ylor explained, adding, “We would be performing non-religious marriag- es. They would be totally civil.” Mr. Taylor attended a conference in the fall where the program was ex- plained in more detail. He said partici- pants were advised to choose someone who is used to dealing with the public and who has no religious affiliation (no deity can be mentioned during the ceremony), such as a retired teacher, police officer or civil servant. “That is the type of person you would want to get,” he said, as everyone in the chambers looked at Ward 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean, a retired To- ronto police officer. Mr. Taylor painted a picture of how he thought it could work for Pickering. “I could see this being held in the council chambers,” he said. He added the cost would be between $350 and $400 and ceremonies should be allowed only a few days each week, such as Wednesday to Friday from 1 to 9 p.m. “The suggestion is still that we do it during the week when we already have security here,” he said. 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On Feb. 5, more than 150 high school students travelled to Hamilton to witness, first-hand, the prospective career of engineering. ‘Women in En- gineering Experience’ was a full-day show featuring guest speakers, discus- sions with engineering students and alumni, lab tours, a fireball show and a design competition with members of the winning team each receiving a $1,000 scholarship. “This is a really important event for anyone considering engineering as a career,” said Samridhi Handa, a Grade 12 student at J. Clarke Richardson Col- legiate in Ajax. “Talking to students about the program and getting a gen- eral idea of what college life is really like were all a part of the experience. If I attend (McMaster University), I will definitely be involved in programs such as these.” Ms. Handa, who was astounded by how advanced the McMaster labora- tories were compared to her own high school facilities, found the tour of the campus to be the best part of the ex- perience. Examining the intricate labs and holding discussions with univer- sity students, Ms. Handa has a better grasp on what she faces in the coming years and is excited about moving for- ward in her educational endeavours. The ‘Women in Engineering Expe- rience,’ now in its third year, advises student participants on the benefits of an engineering career. Students from 45 public and Catholic high schools attended, with the event running for more than eight hours. “It’s remarkably easy for our stu- dents to get involved in this event,” said Shane Stagg, physics teacher at J. Clarke. “(McMaster) sends us all the forms and pertinent information re- quired to attend. We simply relay the message to our students. (McMaster) has done an excellent job in organizing the entire event.” Mr. Stagg is pleased the informative experience exists for young females as it presents an opportunity to uncover a potential career. However, he was dis- appointed only one student attended, declining from three last year. McMaster is a leader in such engi- neering fields as biomedical engineer- ing, engineering and management, in- formation technology, manufacturing and materials science, process control and photonics. Career options explored as teen girls experience engineering life through university program Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Samridhi Handa is one of many young women across Ontario to take advantage of a recent trip to McMaster University, where they received a first-hand look at what a career in engineering would entail. Computer system helped with Durham’s six homicides in 2004 By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — When it comes to the benefits of technology, Durham Re- gional Police Chief Kevin McAlpine says you can’t argue with the num- bers. Out of six Durham homicides in 2004, six were cleared by investigators using the Major Case Management System, a massive central computer known more commonly as PowerCase. “It wasn’t the only tool they used, but in six out of six cases it was a fac- tor,” the chief says. “It’s something we use every single day for all kinds of in- vestigations. The system is an amazing asset.” Last week, Community Safety Min- ister Monte Kwinter announced an amendment to the Police Services Act that makes PowerCase mandatory for Ontario’s 60 police services, a move Chief McAlpine says is long overdue. The system, which took eight years and $32 million to create, automati- cally scans reports for similarities, such as addresses or licence plate numbers, that could link a single perpetrator to crimes in different jurisdictions. Wo rk on the system began in 1997, after Justice Archie Campbell deter- mined that a lack of coordination and communi- cation hampered the work of the Green Ribbon Task Fo rce, a multi-jurisdic- tional group of police officers investigating the murders of Kris- ten French and Leslie Mahaffy. One of his key recommendations was a common automated case man- agement software application to be used in investigating homicides and sexual assaults. “Durham had officers on the Green Ribbon Task Force and on Justice Campbell’s steering committee, so this is an issue we are very familiar with,” Chief McAlpine said. “We started using the system in 2002 because we realized how important it was. Now everyone is going to be using it, which will make it even more effec- tive.” While about half the province’s po- lice services were already using Power- Case prior to the announcement, many smaller ones were unable to manage the cost of training and software. Police services will now be responsible for internal administrative costs only, with $5 million in annual ministry funding earmarked to cover the rest. While some have criticized the cost and called the technology a depar- ture from traditional police work, Chief McAlpine said he wouldn’t want his investigators to be without it. “You use the old-fashioned police work to get the information that goes in the system. Then the system does things no human being could do... it keeps track of all the little nuances and similarities,” he says. “We haven’t had a big multi-jurisdictional case to use it for yet, but when we do I know it will be a huge advantage.” Durham police officers have Powerful ally Kevin McAlpine ence) had a lot to do with their as- sumption of the ambient noise level in the zero- to three-kilometre area,” Mr. Melymuk said. The sirens have been a controver- sial issue for the community. Last spring, more than 300 residents came to a public meeting to voice their con- cerns over the sirens, with some refer- ring to them as archaic technology. Mr. Melymuk believes having such a significant reduction in the number of sirens might alleviate the concerns. “When you have fewer sirens it would be easier to find locations that would have less of an impact,” he said. Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dick- erson, who represents the area where the sirens would be located, brought up the report at Monday’s executive committee meeting. He said he would not accept 29 siren locations and isn’t satisfied with the reduction to a pos- sible six. “Either someone has lost their mar- bles or never visited Bay Ridges or We st Shore or they have no idea what a siren does,” he said. “If they look a little bit harder I can take them out and show them a maximum of three locations.” He still be- lieves there are other options than the sirens purchased by the Region (and paid for by On- tario Power Generation) at a cost of about $600,000. Ward 2 Re- gional Council- lor Bill McLean agreed. “I’m still not happy with the units themselves,” he said in an interview. “I really do believe there has to be better units out there.” He was pleased to see the number of sirens reduced, but wants further investigation. “I’m not going to agree (to seven),” he said. “I want to hear more, see more and have further investigation done.” Coun. McLean also had questions about why the consultants did a peer review without the project’s request for proposal, which lays out the speci- fications. “It’s important if they do a peer review that they have all the facts,” he said. The next step is a conversation be- tween the Region and the City about the report, as well as to discuss loca- tions. Ivan Ciuciura, director of emergen- cy management with the Region, said Thursday he hadn’t seen the report yet, so he could not comment. doing things safely,” Mr. Gorman said. The health department is also re- quired to enforce the Ontario Tobacco Control Act, which regulates the sale of tobacco to individuals under 19 years old. A zero-tolerance policy is in effect, he said. “The legislation has been around for a long time, and so now when we do our test shopping, if you sell to a youth you will be charged,” he added. Restaurants charged in Pickering are as follows: Santos Restaurant/Bar, 1050 Brock Rd., Unit 14 & 15, Pickering: Use food preparation equipment not of read- ily cleanable form (charged June 2, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine); operate food premise, maintained in manner adversely affecting sanitary condition (charged June 2, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine); fail to protect food from con- tamination or adulteration (charged June 2, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine); operator fail to ensure equipment sur- face sanitized as necessary (charged June 2, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine) Manchu Wok, 1355 Kingston Rd., Pickering: Operator fail to ensure equipment surface washed as neces- sary (charged June 30, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine); operator fail to ensure wall of food-handling room kept clean (charged June 30, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine); fail to sanitize utensils as often as necessary (charged June 30, convicted Aug. 23, $215 fine); fail to protect food from contamination or adulteration (charged June 30, con- victed Aug. 23, $215 fine). Golden Griddle Restaurant 1815 Liverpool Rd. Pickering: Operate food premise maintained in manner ad- versely affecting sanitary condition (charged Aug. 10, convicted Oct. 25, $235 fine); Fail to protect food from contamination or adulteration (charged Aug. 10, convicted Oct. 25, $235 fine); Fail to protect food from contamina- tion or adulteration (charged Aug. 10, convicted Oct. 25, $235 fine); Use food preparation equipment not of readily cleanable form (charged Aug. 10, con- victed Oct. 25, $235 fine) Bun King Bakery, 1848 Liverpool Rd., Unit 6 Pickering: Use food preparation equipment not in good repair (charged June 30, convicted Aug. 23, $340 fine); operator fail to ensure equipment sur- face washed as necessary (charged June 30, convicted Aug. 23, $340 fine); operate food premise — equipment not arranged to permit cleaning (charged June 30, convicted Aug. 23, $340 fine) Coffee Club, 1970 Brock Rd., Picker- ing: Fail to clean utensils as often as necessary (charged July 30, convict- ed Oct. 25, $235 fine); operator fail to ensure equipment surface washed as necessary (charged July 30, convicted Oct. 25, $235 fine); fail to have test re- agent available at place of sanitization (charged July 30, convicted Oct. 25, $235 fine). Shoeless Joe’s, 1725 Kingston Rd., Pickering: Fail to protect food from con- tamination or adulteration (charged Aug. 3, convicted Oct. 25, $425 fine); operate food premise maintained in manner adversely affecting sanitary condition (charged Aug. 3, convicted Oct. 25, $425 fine) For a complete list of restaurant in- spections and tobacco retailer convic- tions, go to www.region.durham.on.ca. $75 Adidas Running Shoe Voucher when you join.* *Based on a purchase of a 1 year membership. Some restrictions may apply, see club for details. Offer extended to February 28, 2005. Offer not valid in Quebec. FREE (redeemable at Sport Chek stores only) or visit us at www.goodlifefitness.com CALL TODAY!HarwoodAve. S.Kingston R d . E. Kingston Rd. W .HarwoodAve. N.44 2 (905) 426-7023 30 Kingston Rd. W., Women’s Club (inside The Real Canadian Superstore) Look years younger. Feel years younger. Be years younger!Look years younger. Feel years younger. Be years younger! 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P PA GE 4 ◆NEWS A DVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 23, 2005 Doug Dickerson ✦ Dickerson, From Page 1 Dickerson wants other options explored ✦ Six, From Page 1 Six Pickering eateries fined by health department for food violations PICKERING — The Pickering Public Library is getting in on the celebration. In recognition of Black History Month, the library, with support from the It Ta kes a Village Family Resource Centre, is offering a movie night Feb. 24 fol- lowed by a discussion. ‘Kirikou and the Sorceress’ takes to the screen, with the story following tiny Kirikou, who is born into an African village upon which the sorceress Karaba has cast a terrible spell. The spring has dried up, the villagers are being ransomed and the men of the vil- lage have been eaten up by the sorceress. Kirikou sets out on an adventure-filled voyage to rid the village of Karaba’s curse and understand the cause of her wicked- ness. The event is in the central library branch auditorium from 6:30 to 9 p.m. It is free and refreshments are served. Registration is not necessary and all are welcome. For information, call 905-831- 6265. Mov ie night in Pickering marks Black History Month P PA GE 5 ◆NEWS A DVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 23, 2005 SPECIAL SALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Ad vertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Wa lmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Wa lmart, 1899 Brock Rd. 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[ Letters Policy ]-- We welcome letters that include name, city of residence and phone numbers for verification. Writers are generally limited to 200 words and one submission in 30 days. We decline announcements, poetry, open letters, consumer com- plaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e- mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. L ike a lot of us, I suspect, when my adult life be- comes frustrating or con- fusing, I sometimes look back and try to take some direction, or at least comfort, from my childhood. A stroll through my old neighbourhood, with its happy ghosts and vivid emo- tional geography, almost al- ways sets me back on track.... Almost always. I hear the real present-day voices of children at play, and I see that I am very near my old public school. It is recess. I begin to walk toward the play- ground to see if I can still find myself among them, but the cold hand of reality stops me. I am in a dark hat, sunglasses and long overcoat. I look like a predator, for God’s sake. I take the more prudent course of entering the school through the front doors and introduce myself to the of- fice staff. I was once a stu- dent here, I stammer to the stone-faced secretary with the soul-piercing eyes. I wonder if I could have a quick peek around? These words are not two seconds out of my mouth when I realize how indictable I sound. There is a pause, during which my scrutineer, I am cer- tain, is wishing she hadn’t left her Tazer in her purse. Finally, “I’ll have to go with you,” she explains, with a smile that does nothing to alleviate my unfounded guilt and leaves no question in my mind that this woman knows any num- ber of very sensitive pressure points within the male physi- ology. Still, I am in, and it is won- derful. We turn down a hallway lined with dripping galoshes and immediately the ancient scent of socks, washable paint and Plasticine carries me back decades to when these halls were my world. I want to sud- denly lose my bristling tour guide so I can be alone with my reverie. I want to go into a classroom and find my old desk, see if any of my stuff is still in there. I dismiss the thought of locking her in the janitors’ cupboard. She would undoubtedly re- sist and, I admit, reluctantly, there is no guarantee I could take her. My dismay is heightened all the more when we come to a remembered stairwell and there, in the exact same spot it was 30-odd years ago, is the Lost and Found hamper. I know that, somehow, if I could just dig long and hard enough through that pile of mittens and tuques and dog- eared shoes, that I would, somewhere near the bottom, discover those long-ago days when I thought no further ahead than recess and lunch. I feel her glare on the back of my neck and realize I have been standing and staring for too long. Suspiciously long. I want to personally throw the switch and spark up every pe- dophile who ever lived for ru- ining this moment. This rare and innocent moment. I open my mouth to try to explain to her that I only want- ed to find me, say hello for a moment and let me know that everything was going to be OK... but I am stopped short by what sounds like a handheld electrical tool warming up in her jacket pocket. Neil Crone, actor-comic- writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. ‘Marriage’ is sacred To the editor: I am writing in defence of keeping the term marriage ex- clusively for the union of one man with one woman, as it has been since thousands of years ago. It is essential for the build- ing of families, where children are nurtured and given healthy values, to pass on from one generation to the next. Marriage has been the foun- dation of our society. To include same-sex couples in this union would change the structure of society and cause a negative impact on children, individuals, and families. I do support the rights of individuals to equal benefits and I hope that a term that is mutually satisfying can be found to cover their needs and privileges. But please keep the term marriage for the union of one man with one woman to the exclusion of all others. Anne Rode We st Hill Special-education report missed input To the editor: Re: ‘Building a better educa- tion program’, Feb. 20. More professional develop- ment in a variety of areas does not translate into an improve- ment in programming for chil- dren with special needs. More personnel who deal directly with the kids and flexible, quality programming leads to better support for children with special needs. More professional develop- ment, more assessment and more time spent creating indi- vidual education plans means more time and dollars taken away from kids who often re- quire one-on-one support. Also, let us not forget the kids in the regular class who re- quire extra support. Moreover, the review pro- cess of special education in Durham did not involve regu- lar classroom teachers. Regu- lar classroom teachers often spend half their day or more with kids who are integrated. Why were regular classroom teachers not included in this review? Why is it that a special education class with six kids receives an educational assis- tant, but a regular classroom teacher with up to 36 kids, in- cluding perhaps 10 identified students, receives no support? Furthermore, why are these children placed in a small class for language and math sup- port, but then integrated into a heavy, content-based subject such as science without sup- port? The board’s program deliv- ery model needs to include all stakeholder groups and address all concerns in order to ensure the success of any model. John Hawley Pickering We need to help welfare recipients To the editor: Re: ‘Most powerless, vulner- able need social assistance’, Feb. 11. Through your article people have now gained an appre- ciation of the reality of social assistance and dispelled the myth of the welfare ‘fraudster’. The next step is to increase support for programs that get people back to work. I work with people who ex- perience barriers to employ- ment, such as: attitudes to- wards people with disabilities, lack of job experience/skills, long-term unemployment, recovering from addiction, surviving abuse, no Canadian work experience, and age. People who experience barriers may require special- ized supports to get back into the workforce and often find themselves recipients of social assistance, and, as the Minis- ter of Community and Social Services stated in your article, there are not many supports to assist clients in obtaining and sustaining employment. With a tight budget, the Dur- ham regional social services staff do an incredible job of connecting clients with train- ing, employability skills and jobs. Having had the pleasure of working with the Region in a very successful pilot program that found jobs for Ontario Works clients, I have seen the staff’s commitment and dedi- cation to help clients get back on their feet. However, the 11,630 Dur- ham-area welfare recipients cannot be served by the ex- isting staff and programs, no matter how dedicated. We need our business, government and community leaders to connect the dots be- tween clients and the services that provide a hand up, not a hand out, and make real differ- ences in people’s lives. Faelyne Templer Ajax EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Trip back in time to old school spoiled Road repairs in Pickering are needed right now IN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY This Week’s Question: With many Durham restau- rants charged by the Region for health violations, will it make you think twice about dining out in the near future. Yes, No? Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Do you think the Province should follow the recommendations of the Rae report? Votes cast: 75 No: 53.3% Yes: 46.7% Pickering Popsicle Lothar Malcher of Pickering sent us one of his ‘winter scenes’ as he refers to them, taken along the lakeshore, just east of the Pickering nuclear station. 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 Durham’s economy runs only as well as traffic can get through the region T hose potholes you’ve been dodging in your vehicle across Durham Region aren’t the only road hassles you’ll have in the coming years. According to a four-year roads forecast just released by the Region’s works department, much-needed work on Durham’s re- gional roadways will have to be deferred for years to come. And that’s just not acceptable, according to Durham Region Chairman Roger Anderson. Nor should it be acceptable to individuals and businesses across Durham. As the Region grows, so does the need to improve and expand our roads, especially east-west links across Durham. We’ve been forced to be patient and wait as the Province dithers along on the much-anticipated Hwy. 407 extension. With environ- mental assessments planned and the customary provincial budget crunch never-ending, it could be nearly a decade before the 407 goes from Brock Road to Hwy 35/115. There’s little we can do, other than have Mr. Anderson, in his role as president of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, make clear to the Province how much the 407 extension is needed. Meanwhile, there are serious gaps in our regional roads which must be filled in, especially with a regional transit system set to begin in 2006. The Region has budgeted $41.4 million for this year, but a million doesn’t go far when it comes to roadwork. Most of the work that will happen will be in the Region’s west end. Taunton Road, between Lakeridge Road and Valleywood Drive, and between Church Street and Westney Road, will be worked on as will Brock Road. However, the intersection of Thickson Road and Consumers Drive in Whitby, the realignment of Victoria Street in Whitby and work on Taunton Road between Simcoe Street and Ritson Road in Oshawa, has been set aside for now. The defence against not doing more now is simple: We don’t have the money. Works commissioner Cliff Curtis said that, to hit every project on the wish list, another $70 million would have to be added to the roads budget. That would make it as vast as the police budget. Perhaps the only answer, beyond raising taxes to provide more for roadwork (a non-starter), is to look for more revenue in the upcoming federal and provincial budgets. The feds release their budget today, and, if Paul Martin makes good on his election prom- ises, it will include an increase in gas tax revenue. The Province will follow along in a month or so and should also provide gas tax cash that is sorely needed. Durham’s roads are the arteries along which our economy runs. We can’t afford to let them get clogged up and break down. A/P PAGE 4 ◆NEWS A DVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 9, 2005PPAGE 7 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 23, 2005 AT TEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website DATE MEETING TIME Feb. 23 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting 7:00 pm Feb. 28 Management Forum Meeting 1:30 pm Feb. 28 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Mar. 7 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Mar. 21 Management Forum Meeting 1:30 pm 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 Sunday, March 6th Big Band 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm $5.00 per person Pickering Recreation Complex 905.420.6588 Celebrate the 10th NHL Old Timers Anniversary Sunday, March 6 Tickets $10 905.683.6582 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 the 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 responsibility 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. 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 provide residents with an opportunity to provide their comments 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 Four years ago, Charles Collins promised his lovely wife that he would not just sit and watch TV when he retired. Charles is a stroke survivor who has decided to keep active and make the most of each and every day. Charles’ humour and good nature has allowed him to meet some great people and develop new friendships at the Rec Complex. Charles’ advice is to laugh and look for the up-side in every situation. Time takes care of the rest. Charles accepts his award from City Councillor Doug Dickerson Cops for Cancer Try-A-Tri & Head Shave Saturday, March 5, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road Free Family Event, Spectators Encouraged! Tr y-A-Tri, It’s Simple . . . Register a team of 3 and raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Registration fee is $10 per competitor Each Team Will Swim 16 lengths in the pool * Ride a stationary bike for 10 km *Run 3 km on a treadmill * Collect a minimum of $100 in pledges Head Shave Register with the Canadian Cancer Society and raise pledges. Head shaving commences at 1:00 pm on Saturday; you can register at 12 noon the same day. East Side Mario’s will be on site all day selling burgers and dogs, all proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society. Children from 6 to 12 years of age can participate in FREE activities; free child supervision is also available for children 6 months to 8 years of age. Pickering Sports Medicine and Wellness Centre will pro- vide complimentary massages to competitors and spectators who make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Thackeray Chiroprac- tic will scan for muscle imbalances and body stress. Canadian Cancer Society, Durham Region Unit - 1.800.668.7830, 905.430.5770 or email: msalonius@ccsont.org March Break Camps 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 participate 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 interested in learning indoor soccer, fl oor hockey, basketball, 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 Recreation 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. 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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 SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com A/P PA GE 8 ◆NEWS A DVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 23, 2005 Girls leading the charge Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Richard Sabourin, past-president of the Durham West Girls’ Hockey Association, says he knew girls hockey had cemented its place in the sporting community when he began to notice boys hanging around arenas while the girls played. In the past, he noted it was always the other way around. In Brief FEBRUARY 23, 2005 [ Hockey ] Double silver for Panther atoms PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers atom AE team is riding high after recent successes in both tour- nament and post-season action. The Panthers’ silver medal performance at the Oshawa Church Hockey League 30th Heritage Invi- tational was the second in as many weeks and followed a second at the Tournament of Friends event in Burl- ington the weekend before. In the Oshawa tournament, Pick- ering clinched silver with a 5-2 win over the Stouffville Clippers. The Pan- thers also beat Brampton 7-4 and tied the host select team 3-3. Scoring for Pickering were Matthew Yarde (four goals, two assists), Darren Binder (2g, 2a), Connor Bess (3g), Dylan Vieira (1g, 2a), Cameron Hudson (1g, 2a), Matthew Coppa (3a), Keaton El- dridge (2g), Jamie Romaniuk (1g, 1a), Matthew Woitzik (1g, 1a), Evans Knoll (2a) and Cameron Guenther (2a). The week before in Brantford, Pickering won three of five games but both losses came to the tourna- ment hosts, Brantford Church Saints, including a 3-0 setback in the final. Binder had a strong tournament of- fensively, picking up three goals and four assists. Other scorers were Eldridge (3g, 1a), Connor Sullivan (1g, 2a), Yarde (1g, 2a), Bess (2g), Woitzik (1g, 1a), Vieira (2a), Coppa (1g), Hud- son (1g), Brandon Kirkup (1a), Roma- niuk (1a) and Guenther (1a). In league playoff action, the Panthers swept Belleville in the pre- liminary round and now await the win- ner of a series between Whitby and Clarington. Other team members are Jason McNeil, Karl Hintze, and goaltenders Peter Nicol and Brandon Eno. Dave Nicol coaches the team, assisted by Dave Binder and Goober Romaniuk. Team trainer is Martin Woitzik. Team manager is Joanne Vieira. Major sponsors are Si Vous Play Sports and Dr. Jay Petroff, Dental Surgeon. [ Hockey ] Championship for Panther bantams PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers minor bantam ‘AA’ rep hockey team put in overtime, as well as a shootout, to secure the championship at a tournament in Lake Placid, New York recently. The Panthers trailed the Hum- berview Sharks of Toronto 3-2 be- fore scoring with a mere 15 seconds remaining to tie the final. A 4-on-4 over time frame ensued, with nei- ther time able to score in the extra frame. Next came a shootout, with Panthers goaltender Michael Evans kicking out the final shot to subdue the Sharks. The Panthers were unbeaten in preliminary play, posting a 5-1 victory over the Northwood Stars in Game 1 and a 7-1 thrashing of the Prince William Panthers of Virginia in Game 2. In Game 3, the Panthers played to a 1-1 tie with the Humber- view Sharks. The Panthers defence — led by the efforts of Brendan Wetering, Curtis Henderson, Kyle Inglis, Shane Del Zotto, Kyle Sawyer and Dillon Bess — did a great job keeping the goals-against to a minimum for the tournament. Goaltender Kyle Brad- ley shared the undefeated streak with solid performances between the pipes. The Pickering bantams out- scored the competition 17-6 during the tournament with scoring evenly distributed among forwards Luke Pollard, Jessie Vella, Nick Baun, Brody Caggiula, Jimmy Ianiero, Blair Kimble, Anthony Valerio, Cameron Farrell and Adam McNeil. The Panthers return home to face the rival Ajax Knights in the second round of league playoffs. Alan Kimble coaches the team, assisted by Derek Bess. The trainer is Lorne McNeil, assisted by Mark Vella. Terri Caggiula’s the manager. [ Tennis ] Love is in the air PICKERING — Sign on for a summer of love with the Glendale Tennis Club. The club holds registration at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., on Thursday, March 3 from 7 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, March 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. The club offers a variety of lessons, leagues, and a junior pro- gram. For more information, call Nancy Campbell at 905-839-8901. They’re no longer just spectators in Ajax and Pickering arenas; they’re the main attraction This is the first in a three-part series looking at the growth of women’s hockey in Durham Region. By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM — Richard Sabourin recalls the singular moment when girls’ hockey in Ajax and Pickering had finally ar- rived. Surprisingly, the Durham West Girls’ Hockey Association’s (DWGHA) strong growth and its overall success played no part in his revelation. It was something much more pro- foundly simple. For the past-president of the association, a scene at a local arena represented a paradigm shift in terms of the acceptance of girls’ hockey. “Young girls have been following young boys to arenas for years and years,” says Sabourin. “But, at a bantam girls’ game there were a number of boys who had followed the girls to the arena. It really made me smile. When you see the evolution of the boys coming out to the girls’ game, you know it’s here to stay. When you go to the girls’ games and there are six or eight ‘AAA’ boys who fol- low around the girls, to me that’s huge.” The scene at the arena underlined for him how far the distaff side of the sport, as well as the local association, had come. At one time, Sabourin re- calls, girls’ playing hockey was viewed as somewhat of a social taboo. Not any more. “Ten to 15 years ago, someone would have found it socially odd for girls to play hockey. Now, nobody sees it as different or strange.” Spurred on by the prominence of the Canadian women’s hockey team and their success on the international stage, especially since being added as a full- fledged Olympic sport in the 1998 Win- ter Olympics in Japan, girls’ hockey has taken flight across Cana- da, and especially within the DWGHA, which has served Pickering and Ajax for the past 12 years, says Sabourin. Since its incorporation in 1993, the association has been a success story on the local sporting landscape. From its early beginnings, under the stewardship of inaugural president Art Carefoote and a dedicated group of volunteers on its executive, the association has been on a steady upward trajectory in terms of the number of participants. In 2004-05, the association offers hockey to more than 800 females at the house league or rep level, including 28 house league teams, 16 rep teams and five select squads along with 12 senior women’s teams. “It really has been straight line growth,” says Sabourin, who gave way to current president Don Fraser this year in order to organize his Durham West peewee ‘A A’ team’s trip to Finland this year. He served as the head of the DWGHA for the previous four years. Sabourin reports that, based on per- capita population in Pickering and Ajax, the DWGHA is the largest association in Canada. The support of the two municipali- ties, says Sabourin, was crucial to Dur- ham West’s ability to launch its hockey program and expand it over the years. “They’ve bought into the fact that girls’ hockey should have as many hours on a per-participant basis as boys,” says Sabourin. “In the past five years they’ve recognized gender equality in ice time. “Other associations have had to take municipalities to court over it. But I give (the municipalities) a great deal of credit for recognizing it without any fighting. Without the ice time, you can put all the senior national hockey on TV that you want, but you can’t deliver your pro- gram.” ‘We have tons of ice and we’re very aggressive with our ice time that we give the kids. Because of that, we’ve attracted some good players.’ DINO CAGGIULA And, because of ice time availability, the DWGHA was able to throw open its doors to any and all female players, says Sabourin. “Our number-one priority was invit- ing as many participants who wanted to get into the sport as possible. In fact, in 12 years, we’ve never turned away a single applicant,” he says, adding that the association has made provisions to help those players from low-income families. Building on the foundation of ice time and its burgeoning numbers, the DWGHA turned its attention to develop- ing a program that would deliver ex- cellence on the ice. And, the associa- tion and its coaches have succeeded in spades. Between 2001 and 2003, the association’s rep teams captured a number of provincial titles, making it the winningest association in Ontario. “We develop fun and excellence year after year,” says Sabourin. “Are we per- fect? Of course not, but we strive for excellence in all our programs.” Not only is the grassroots hockey in the association prosperous with a strong house league program, the elite hockey within the organization has been exemplary. Sabourin says the DWGHA continues to have an arms-length relationship with the Telus Lightning of the Na- tional Women’s Hockey League. And, this year, the Durham West intermediate ‘A A’ squad competes in the Provincial Women’s Hockey League, which has teams for players ages 21 and under from across the province. Coaching in the DWGHA for the past 10 years, no one is less surprised by the great competitive strides of the or- ganization than Dino Caggiula. Having coached at all levels over that time, Cag- giula is the current head coach of one of two Durham West Lightning bantam ‘A A’ squads iced by the DWGHA this year. To have two competitive teams at the same level is almost unheard of, he says. “For an association to put one team at this level is an incredible feat, but to have two teams... and to have (the other team) in the middle of the pack is outstanding,” he says. But, for all the championship banners won by his teams over the years, the longtime coach says it’s not winning that keeps players coming back each year. “The main focus is on keeping the game fun,” says Caggiula, whose teams have won five medals at the provincial championships over the years. “When that happens, they want to be there and when they’re having fun they’re improv- ing.” Caggiula echoes Sabourin in saying the ice-time availability has helped the DWGHA build a rep program that’s the envy of other associations in the prov- ince. The association’s teams are consis- tently near the top of its divisions. “We have tons of ice and we’re very aggressive with our ice time that we give the kids. Because of that, we’ve attracted some good players,” says Caggiula. This year’s bantam rep team, whose core has been together since the novice level, is a model of consistency, says Caggiula, who’s coached this group of girls for the past six years. The bantam squad has won two tournaments and is among the leaders in its division. He notes it has a definite shot at capturing a provincial crown this season. “I think we have a great chance to win it,” he says. “I think we have a great team with a ton of different players stepping up at different times. It’s a real good mix. They’re probably the hardest working kids I’ve ever had the pleasure to have coached at any level. The increasing skill level within the DWGHA is borne out by the number of players receiving scholarships to the U.S. or who are playing women’s hockey at Canadian university. Sabourin says an average of five or six girls receive full scholarships to the U.S. and at least a commensurate amount go on to play in Canadian universities. Sabourin mentions former Durham We st intermediates Jenn Sadler and Kelly Hart currently in their sophomore campaign with Bemidji State University in Minnesota. There’s Laura Watt who’s playing in Princeton, Ashley Riggs, who’s currently in the Niagara University wom- en’s hockey program and Nicole Ruta, who played most of her minor hockey with the Lightning, beginning her fresh- man campaign at Dartmouth University. Two other DWGHA grads, Amanda Morra and Jessica Judges, are currently playing at Queen’s University and Wil- frid Laurier, respectively. What’s next? Sabourin says it’s only a matter of time before a Durham West graduate plays for Canada in the Olym- pics. “That day will come. There’s too much talent in this organization for this not to happen.” Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Lindsay Hill and the Durham West Lightning junior reps, taking on the Bluewater Hawks in recent action, are an example of the strong base of women hockey players developing in Durham. Free party room for 40 - 150 people 527 Westney Rd. 905-428-8555 416-858-5223 Mon.-Thurs. eat in only. CATCH ALL THE GAMES HERE CHICKEN WINGS $3 lb Full slate of zone playdowns scheduled By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The Annandale Curling Club hosts a bevy of zone playdowns this week- end. The Pepsi Junior Mixed, Pepsi Bantam Mixed, OCA Senior Mixed, and the OCA Mixed run Feb. 25 to 27 at the Ajax club. Annandale entries in the six-team Junior Mixed Zone are the rinks of Tim March, Meaghan O’Leary, Matt Pyne, and Tracy O’Leary, and Kaitlyn Leslie, Patrick Jansen, Kayla Bianchi with Tyler Anderson. In the 11-team bantam mixed, Annandale’s entries are Chantal Lalonde, Peter Ta k, Renee Lalonde with Michael Bryson, and Lesley Pyne, Wesley Forget, Leah- anne Legrow and Emmett Murphy. Three teams are in the Senior Mixed Zone, but none from Annandale. There are seven teams in the Open Mixed and Annan- dale’s entry consists of War- ren Leslie, Brenda O’Hara, Dave Hutchison, and Joan O’Leary. Two other Annandale players are competing, Jason March and Blair Metrakos, but under the Uxbridge ban- ner with the McNight sisters. ••• Two Annandale Junior Men have another provin- cial championship under their wing. The Gore Mutual Schoolboy Championship is for students enrolled in a full-time program in the year of competition. Annandale’s Tim March and Patrick Jan- sen curl with Graeme Arnald and Stephen Mathews for Sir Oliver Mowat C.I. in Scar- borough. The foursome won the Ontario finals, held in Sutton Feb. 17 to 20. ••• Annandale curlers are faring well in other school curling. Tracy O’Leary and Stacey Hogan won the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics championship Feb. 11 with Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School teammates Jessica Cane, Courtney Rzepka, and Treena Watson. The team is looking forward to compet- ing in the Ontario Federa- tion of School Athletic Asso- ciations championship in Timmins this April. ••• The OCA Colts Zone was held Uxbridge Feb. 7 and an Annandale foursome ad- vanced to the regional Feb. 19 and 20 at the York Curling Club. Jason March skipped the team of Graham Hill, Blair Metrakos, and Scott March, but the run ended there. ••• The 13th annual Annan- dale Ladies Invitational Cash Extravaganza (ALICE) was a success Feb. 12. Twenty-four teams, in- cluding five visiting rinks, competed for the $400 first prize and qualification for the Melita Sunshine Bon- spiel. The home team of Les- lie Bainard, Janet Alexander, April Risto and Diane Leahy finished first. 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The successful candidate will be detail oriented, having strong analytical and decision-making skills.You will be responsible for managing debt, preparing and filing documents with the Small Claims Court and maintaining the company database.Your previous experience, combined with a professional demeanour and desire to learn is well suited to this challenging role.We are a growing company with excellent opportunity for the right individual. To apply for this position, please fax, along with salary expectations to the attention of Stella Longo: 416-491-0487 KIDS!KIDS!KIDS! ~~Ages 2+~~ Wanted for TV & Movie Jobs! No Fees!Men/Women 16-65 yrs. Needed for same! No extras Parents call: (416)221-3829 REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY ●General Labourers ●Certified Fork Lift Operators Vehicle preferred Fax resume to:905-683-4600 Email:inquiries@professionalpersonnel.com Massey's Restaurant Hiring experienced FULL TIME LINE COOKS Min. 3 years experience in fast paced kitchen. Open availability. Apply with resume 774 Liverpool Rd. S, Pickering SAFETY CO-ORDINATOR Required for construction company in the Durham Region. Knowledge of construction safety & WHIMIS an asset. Must have organizational, interpersonal and training skills. Fax resume to: 905-655-9138 ADMINISTRATOR Group insurance experience preferred. Must be able to prioritize & multi task. Accounting skills an asset. Part or Full time. Email resume & salary expectations to: prib6@sympatico.ca AU TOMOTIVE SALES AND SERVICE PROFESSIONALS Do you have the drive to earn a six figure income? Our dealership's sales increased in 2004......did your dealership? We w ant only Top Performers to apply for these outstanding career opportunities in our Sales and Service Departments. We need proven Salespeople and Service Advisors to share our success. Are you ready for the next step? Our compensation plans are second to none. Reply in confidence, you will be glad you did File #159 Oshawa This Week P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, Ontario LlH 7L5 is seeking EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE PRE-OWNED SALES PROFESSIONALS to join our expanding sales operations.We offer an excellent commission and bonus package as well as a company demo. Please fax resume or call: Attn: Mike Harper Fax: 905-576-6078 Ph: 905-576-1800 Nursing & Health Care Job Expo Wednesday, May 18, 2005, 1-7pm Tosca Banquet Hall, 800 Champlain Ave., Oshawa Open to Public. Free Admission. Free Parking Make a "Healthy Career Choice" For more information or to book a booth Call Classifieds @ 905-576-9335 or 905-683-0707 Email:classifieds@durhamregion.com Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" is looking for RN's & RPN's who want autonomy, challenge and diversity in their career. Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 Gateman-Milloy Inc. a leading golf course construction company is currently recruiting personnel for ●DRAINAGE ●MINI-EX ●SEEDING ●SURVEYING ●LABOUR FOR CONSTRUCTION of Coppinwood, a Fazio designed golf course southwest of Uxbridge. Fax resume to Attn: Darren Hancocks (905)649-8243 SALES ASSOCIATES Are you confi dent, possess superior people skills and, would like to control your own earnings? If so, we’d like to talk with you about joining our winning team. We offer on-going training, competitive compensation and benefi ts program all in an enjoyable, professional environment. Please fax or e-mail your resume to: mdyck@furniture.ca or 905-619-2744 CLASS A, D, F AND Z Endorse- ment training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for grad- uates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721-3368 or 905-721-3340. OVERHAULIN'course at Durham College. Automotive custom trim and upholstery. 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Sponsored by: A.C.I.S.S. Home Inspections FULL TIME LOSS PREVENTION needed in fast paced retail store. Full benefit packages available. Please fax resume to 613-384- 0213. Only those being consid- ered will be contacted. INTERIOR DESIGNER - Furniture Dealer, PBI Office Interiors is seeking an individual with excep- tional drafting & AutoCAD skills. Successful candidate must be or- ganized, highly self-motivated & takes initiative. *Juniors welcome to apply. Please respond via email: etayler@pbiofficeinteriors.com MONTESSORI- Upper Elementary Teacher required Ajax/Picker- ing/Scarborough for September, Must be T.M.I. or A.M.I. trained. Blaisdale: 905-509-5005 ext 107, email: hwilson@blaisdale.com. or fax (905) 509-1959. We are looking for a self motivated, GRAPHIC DESIGNER to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 5 years in graphic design experience. In addition they will have full understanding of QuarkXpress, Illustra- tor and Photoshop. Please reply to Fax: 905-723-5805. Email: tony@ jellybeanimaging. com. AZ DRIVER required for long haul, Canada and US, flexible times. Call 905-439-2091. $$$ PAID WEEKLY!!Company needs part-time/ full-time help pro- cessing unclaimed bank accounts. Call 1-866-883-0780, 24 hours. *** CRUISE SHIP JOBS *** Life's A Beach In Paradise! Free Benefits: Meals, Room, Flight, Uniform, World Travel. 613-741-5801, 613-764-6209 www.cooljobsinparadise.com A+ WE NEED HELP.Oshawa warehouse co. seeks to fill 15 F/T openings immediately. Marketing, office, warehouse, inventory. $350 to start. Training provided. Call To ny 905-571-3260 APPOINTMENT CO-ORDINA- TORS, full and part time $9.00 per hr call (905) 426-1855. BRAKE PRESS OPERATOR - Courtice based manufacturer look- ing for permanent afternoon shift operator to work 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Starting wage $12.90/hr. Manufacturing experi- ence required. Benefits after 3 months. Not on bus route. Fax re- sume to (905) 436-1893 or email val@cargowall.com Quote refer- ences #PN784 BUSY FLOOR COVERING store requires Full-time Sales Associate. Previous experience an asset, but will train appropriate candidates. Position includes some evening and weekend hours. Compensa- tion includes salary plus commis- sion. Apply with-in, Carpet Ware- house, 149 King St.W, Oshawa. CARDINAL NAN NIES & C OMPAN I ONS I NC . S i n ce 1 985 - Drivers preferred 905-666-2228 or fax resume 905-666-9689 www.cardinalnannies.com 519 Dundas St. E. Unit #3 Whitby, ON Nannies for Children Call for Interview CASH DAILY!$60 - $100/day. Call Julie (905) 571-6444 CUSTOMER SERVICE Assistant is required as additional support for a leading manufacturer of print- ed circuit boards in Scarborough. If you have the following skills, you could be part of our growing busi- ness! Education: University or col- lege preferable, or equivalent work experience. Language: Fluent English; Business Skills: MS Of- fice. Experience: 1-3 years Circuit board manufacturing experience an asset. Attributes: Excellent communication and negotiating skills, a team player, strong computer skills. Hours: Mid after- noon shift 1-9:30 pm. Compensa- tion plan: $25k-30k p.a. plus a Medical & Dental Plan. e-mail to "mstenzler@ddiglobal.com", men- tioning job title. Fax: 416-283-4439 COUNTER PERSON required for Jefferson Cleaners. Good working conditions, great co-workers, flex- ible hours. Apply in person 1794 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. CUSTOMER service oriented peo- ple with own vehicle required for early morning delivery of the Toronto Star newspaper. 7 days/week. Call (905)438-1170 between 10am.-3pm. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. 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? DOG WALKERS/PET SITTERS needed for Pickering/Ajax area. Par t-time, 2-3 days wk mid day hours. Occasional evenings & weekends. Must have own car, be responsible, mature and reliable. Call 905-706-5760. FULL & PART-TIME help required for cafeteria, afternoon & midnight shifts. Starting $8.00/hour. Call (905)683-2052 ext 396 after 8pm, leave message to arrange inter- view. GROWING residential cleaning company, needs service providers, vehicle an asset, Call 905-666- 5774. cbm@sprint.ca HELP! HELP! HELP!Tired of searching for work? Tired of the run around? Look no further!! I am a small business owner looking for key positions in many areas. Call Monday and Tuesday from 9 to 5 @ (905)571-5055 HELPER Needed for Delivery Ser- vice.Valid Drivers licence. 5 day work week (Saturdays may be re- quired). $400.00-$500.00 per wk. Call 416-722-5333. 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. KITCHEN MANAGER/Assistant Kitchen Manager required. Experi- enced in inventory, cost control, scheduling, outgoing personality, creating food orders, computer knowledge, and organization skills. Forward applications by email to: karp1001@rogers.com LEARN HOW to operate a mini office outlet from home, earning $3000+ month. www.missionsuccess.ca. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thick- son) on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m LOOKING FOR GENERAL labourers for woodworking shop. Fax resume to: 905-723-3945. PA RT-TIME Position in local Ajax Importing/Distribution Company. Flexible hours. Administrative. Light shipping/receiving. Good telelphone skills. Personable and Energetic. French an asset. $11/hour. Fax: 905-619-1925. MOBILE TRUCK WASH looking for mature person to work afternoons & wknds. Must have own car and be able to drive stick. Please call (905)831-3630 PICKERING DETAILING SHOP requires energetic and hard-work- ing individual for complete vehicle clean-ups and rust proofing appli- cations. Experience is preferred but not required. Driver's licence and clean abstract is a must. Call Ken @ 905-839-6075 or fax re- sume to: 905-839-6087. PLUMBING AND PARTS INC. Whitby looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individuals for retail sales. Experience in the bathroom industry would be a strong asset. Driver's license necessary. Con- tact David @ (905) 430-1502. RECEPTIONIST Required. Full time front desk position for Retail store in Pickering. Room To Grow. Will Train. Fax resume to: 905- 837-1840. 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. SECURITY GUARDS WANTED, full and part time, 20 positions in Oshawa, prefer experienced, but will train. Phone 705-749-6944. Fax: 705-749-3423; Email: info@prosecurity.ca WANTED: INSERTERS to insert flyer packages. Anyone interested please attend the information ses- sion at 160 Dowty Rd. Unit#2 Ajax, Mon. Feb. 28th at 2pm. WE'RE EXPANDING!Are you sacrificing time away from your family due to lack of flexibility in hours or earnings? Take control of your time and income potential. Call to request an interview with one of North America's fastest growing financial services companies. Full or part time. Tr aining provided. Call Gina Tasc huk at 1-866-585-5736. WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET PAID TO SWITCH STORES? Discover an amazing, proven program where you are paid to save money on everyday products that you're already spending money on. For further information, call 905-0568 or email: opportunityplus@rogers.com ESTHETICIAN needed immediate- ly. Theresa's Touch Day Spa, downtown Whitby. Please drop off resume at 924 Brock St., N., Whit- by or call (905)430-6060 ESTHETICIANS seeking an up- scale ambiance, quality service and an income that reflects your value? We have openings for high- ly professional estheticians at our salon/day spa. Clientele not re- quired, passion and enthusiasm are! Submit resume to 123 Athol Street, Whitby L1N 3Z1 or e-mail to: b.p@elegancesalonspa.com View: www.elegancesalonspa.com DETAILER REQUIRED FOR busy Whitby shop. Must be team oriented! Experience preferred. Full & part time positions. Valid driver's licence necessary. Phone 905-430-1604, leave message. 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 23, 2005 www.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - 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 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT 3 3 & 7 7 F a l by Cr t., A j a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.a j a x a p a rtme nts .c o m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. PUBLIC AUCTION Huge Estate Sale & Fine Furniture Sell Off Frank Stapleton Auction Centre Newtonville - Phone: 905-786-2244 Friday February 25th, 2005 6:00 PM Start - 2:00 PM Preview Special Guest Auctioneers: Anthony Wagler and John Marshall ANTIQUES TO INCLUDE:Canadiana oak washstand, Deco cedar chest, 4 oak turn of century parlour tables, walnut teawagon, 9pc. Gibbard dining set, 1930's china cabinet, burled walnut bookcase with glass doors, quality empire maple sideboard, several vintage chairs, Eastlake 3pc. bedroom suite, mirror back dresser, make up table, small dresser, Canadiana wardrobe, old trunks, several pressback chairs, old gramaphone, sleigh, vintage childrens games, variety of doll chairs, dutch press back, high chair, bowfront serpentine front oak sideboard, many, many, items. CHINA, GLASSWARE & ART:Boxes of old china, glassware, records, linens, quality art from Canadian artists, numbered editions of Tom Thomson, A.J. Cas- son, etc., lots of old brass lamps, hand painted & oriental lamps, quality old piec- es. NEW FURNITURE:7pc. Mission oak bedroom suite, several cherry sleigh bed, post bed, and Victorian style bedrooms, chests, armoire's and accent furniture items, beautiful mahogany 11pc. ball & claw chippendale style diningroom suite from North Carolina distributors, walnut, and oak 9pc. dining sets, some with sep- arate buffet sideboard and china cabinets, commodes, bookcases, kidney shape desk, executive chairs to match, several quality 3pc. sofa sets in leather, fabric and European designs. This sale will also offer a few big screen TV's 52" RCA, 50" RCA Scenium DLP and 65" J.V.C. and other new electronic items, too many other items to list. DON'T MISS THIS SALE!! Great Antiques! Quality Used Furniture! The Best New Items Available! TERMS: Visa, MC, Amex, Interac, Cash, 10% Buyers Premium Delivery Service Available. THE ESTATE OF JACK & DORTHY MORRIS of BRIGHTON, ON Plus Selected Items from Other Estates SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2005 Preview 11:00 am ~ Sale 1:00 pm This is a Quality Sale not to be missed with unique items from a well established home of Collectors. Items to include: Rogers Civil War Group, Canadian Decorated Crocks, including Kingston & Picton, Fine Sampler dated 1843, Moorcroft lamps & vases, Rosenthal, Historical China, signed Oil by Fraser Thompson (brother of Tom Thompson), large Victorian Oil of Picton Harbour, Be- swick Horses, large collection of Art Glass, Vaseline glass, Cranberry glass, Biscuit Barrels, Royal Worcester Figures, Majolica, Doulton Figures: Diana HN1716, New Bon- net HN1728, Biddy, Pecksniff, Doulton Sung Vase, Canadian Press Glass, Cut Glass, Sterling Silver, Antique clocks, Staf- fordshire Dogs, Pratt Pot lids, Antique Ca- nadian books, Figural Napkin Rings, Spongeware, Bennington, Collection of Oil Lamps. Large selection of Antique Furni- ture, Leather Club Sofa, Chintz Sofa & Loveseat, Chairs, Oak Wardrobes, Oak Leaded Glass China cabinet, Mahogany Corner Cabinet, Mahogany Dining Table & Chairs, several small tables, Nest of Ta- bles, large Yew Wood Display Cabinet, Chi- na Cabinets, Carved Oak Armchair, large Gateleg Table, Victorian Card Table, Cen- ter Table, Rugs, Mirrors, Oil Paintings, large Antique Historical Prints. This is a sale not to miss, there will be a small Tag Sale of Estate items @ 11:00 am. Full Details of the Sale and Photo Gallery @ www.theauctionfever.com Terms: Cash,Visa, MC, Debit, Cheque with I.D. Lunch Counter Wa d dington's 101 Applewood Drive Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 Phone: 613-475-6223 Fax: 613-475-6224 www.waddingtons.ca/brighton WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2nd: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Toronto condo, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Panasonic 50" High Definition TV (1yr old), RCA VCR, JVC stereo, Sony play station with large quantity of games, entertainment unit, chesterfield, double bed (like new), dinette suite, coffee and end tables, 9X12 handmade area rug, Beleek china, 8pcs Swarovsky, comics, Chubb safe, hockey cards including Rookies (Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux, Cam Neely), signed NHL Old Timers sticks, set of Triumph golf clubs with graphite shafts, Game Boy, Nintendo 64 and 50 games, large quantity of CDs, DVDs, and Disney VHS movies, pots and pans, several fishing rods, 8pc Dewalt cordless tool set, Dewalt 1/2" hammer drill, several pcs of new plexi-glass, plus many other interesting and quality pcs. Note: All of the above items are in immaculate condition. Also selling 6ft McKee 3pt hitch snowblower.Terms:are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 ESTATE AUCTION Sunday Feb. 27th, 10:00 AM (Viewing 9:00) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens, Take 115 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & Follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Sunday's Auction features contents from an Oshawa Estate, plus quality consignments diningroom set, bedroom & livingroom contents, glass, china, kitchen contents, collectables, large selection of art & prints, misc. tools, books, fishing tackle etc. Terms Cash, Cheque, Visa, M/C, & Interac (WATCH FOR OUR OUTSTANDING ANTIQUE AUCTION MARCH 13TH) Call For All Your Auction Needs Your Location or Ours (www.theauctionadvertiser.com) MacGregor Auctions Michael J. MacGregor 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering "Big Orange Barn" •Thurs. Feb. 24th - No Sale •Sun. Feb. 27th - No Sale •Next Sale Mar. 3rd - 3 Local Estates & Furn. Liquidation •Sun. Mar. 6th - 11 a.m. - Special Sunday Sale FOR INFO. OR FOR CONSIGNMENT Call Victor Brewda - Auctioneer 905-683-0041 BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS Selling of Household Items At Malcolm Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Road 1/2 Mile South of Blackstock Sat., Feb. 26, 2005, 10:30 a.m. Scott 950DA CD Player, Scott SA155 Amplifier, Single Bed, 5 Piece Bedroom Set, King Size Bedroom Set (3 Pieces), Small Chest Freezer, Pine Cradle, Sports Cards, China & Glass, Salt & Pepper Shakers, Old Nail Keg, Beaver Industrial Band Saw, Tiffany Style Hanging Lamps, 5 ft.Aluminum Ladder, Weider Step Master 5x-1 Exerciser, Portable Sewing Machine.DON'T MISS IT!!! BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS 705-328-2185 or 905-986-4447 www.theauctionfever.com 2 - DAY AUCTION on LOCATION: FRIDAY, FEB. 25th & SATURDAY, FEB 26th starting at 10:00AM each day. Industrial, commercial, tools, machinery and related articles at Lakeridge Precision, 300 White St. Cobourg (see last weeks papers for full listing and details) There are numerous un-advertised articles plus additions that have been included in this sale including: 10" South bend bench lathe with 3 jaw chucks fully equipped, time saver speed belt sander Model #125 1-M 25" belt with 10 H.P. motor, CAT. D-3 Dozer with 6 way blade wide track approx. 3600 hrs. undercarriage, sprocket and pins at 80%, large quantity metric micrometers, Vestil zero lift tilt table, 2 lifts of 5/4 x 6 BC red cedar, 1 elevating conveyer, 1 plate camera with printer, restaurant equipment includes 1 mist air cooker, quantity coffee makers, quan- tity chafing dishes, 1- 1999 eagle picher/cat. RT - 80 - fork lift with 8000 lb. lift, 3 stage mast, 4 wheel drive, cab, and 28' lift with low hours excellent condition, 1 commercial paint booth still in box never used, 10' x 9" wide 11' long 7' - 2" high with 2 7' - 2" entrance doors tempered glass, lights, filters, fans, etc. all complete plus more. GARY E.WARNER / AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Lakeridge Precision is NOT closing - business RELOCATING the Cobourg operation. This sale consists of all excess machinery, tools, stock, inventory etc. ESTATE TREASURES 12 QUEEN STREET PORT HOPE, ON L1A 2Y7 905-885-2899 STORE CLOSING RETIREMENT SALE LAST 10 DAYS 50% OFF All Inventory & Shop Fittings SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26 PORT PERRY HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM 160 Rosa Street, Port Perry Admission: $2.00 to register Featuring hundreds of items: Antiques, electronics, fashions, crafts, furniture, air tickets to Europe, sports memorabilia, sports equipment, gift certificates, sports tickets. Doors open at 11 a.m. Auction: Noon Auctioneer: Neil Bacon SAT., FEB. 26 • 10:00 AM Estate & Antiques VANHAVEN SALES ARENA, 720 Davis Drive, Uxbridge. Check website for details Phil Faulkner Auctions Inc. 23 years in the Auction Profession 905-852-9631 • 905-715-6841 philfaulkner.the auctionadvertiser.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Please Note: Next Sale is Friday March 4th at 4:30p.m. With over 45 years of combined experience in the Auction Industry dealing with Estates, Farm Sales, Business Clo- sures, Downsizing, Catalogue Sales. To consign to an up- coming sale or to book your off site sale Contact: Don or Greg Corneil, Auctioneers at (705)786-2183, 1241 Salem Rd., Little Britain DRIVE Clean Inspector required for very busy shop. Must have own tools, will train. Benefits included. Call Domenic at 416-802-0475 and leave message. EXPERIENCED DRAFTPERSON for large Milwork Firm requires a thorough knowledge of a minimal Autocad, release 10, Mastercam 8.1 programming an asset. Knowl- edge of Microsoft XL, Word, Out- look as well as Adobe Acrobat. Ability to read blue prints and mil- work shop drawings. Fax resume to (905) 428-1463. PICKERING CUSTOM metal shop requires TIG/MIG welder, prefer 1-2 years experience. Blueprint reading an asset. Fax resume to 905-831-9350. SYSTEMS FURNITURE installa- tion firm requires reliable people with own tools, Full-time & contract. Must be reliable/hard- working. Pickering area. Fax resume 905-686-0979 or e-mail obriens@bellnet.ca PA RT-TIME SECRETARY Needed for busy real estate office. Monday - Friday 12-5:30pm. Please fax resume to: 905-619-2500 or drop off at: 513 Westney Rd. S. Ajax Real estate experience necessary REAL ESTATE ASSISTANT:Li- censed. Licensed Real Estate Per- son to assist busy agent. Mainly administrative, some Real Estate back up. Must have good organ- izational & computer skills as well as a pleasant telephone manner. Full time position with salary plus commission. Reply in confidence to File #158 , PO. Box 481, Oshawa, Ont. L1H-7L5 WHITBY LAWYER requires legal assistant experienced in corpo- rate/commercial and real estate, with knowledge of Word, PC Law, Conveyancer, FastCompany. Full or part time. Fax resume to 905- 668-1268. AVON Ajax/Pickering Reps needed! Start your own business, sell Avon products earn cash$$ No quotas. Call Pauline 1-866-888-5288 Receive pack of products Free! EXCELLENT P/T INCOME that surpasses your full-time income. Evening work. Sales with all preset appts. Requires vehicle/cell phone. Suits mature exp. sales persons. Will train. For interview call 905- 655-9053 SALES REPS,full and part-time, $600-$1000/week commission. In home sales experience, qualified leads provided. Car essential. Call Barry 905-666-4905 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST - MUST have experience with Abel- dent, Windows and possess the ability to multitask in an organized and efficient manner. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 5:30pm. Please fax resume: attn. Mary, 905-434-8520. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST full-time for a York Region Orthodontic Of- fice, dental knowledge required. Please fax resume to 905-642- 9692 FAMILY ORIENTED DENTAL office looking for part-time level II dental assistant to join our team. Hours include evenings and weekends. Please fax resume to 905-697-9333, Attention Amy. MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST / KINESIOLOGIST part-time for busy cardiology office in Whitby. Knowledge of EKG, Holters re- quired. Fax resume 905-668-8778. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN for Shoppers Drug Mart, Kendalwood. Health Watch experience is an as- set. Call Rafik Ghobrial 416-991- 9252 REGISTERED Physiotherapist required for physio owned private practise. Part time hours with pro- gression to full time. Primarily sports injury and orthopaedic. Fax resume to: 905-430-1274. RMT REQUIRED immediately. Tues. Wed. and Saturdays for very busy spa in Port Perry. Serious in- quires only. Please call (905) 982- 1958 Jacqui/Mandy SCARBOROUGH DENTAL office is seeking an experienced part time dental hygienist for Satur- days, and part time associate den- tist. Call 416-265-0422 or E-mail bennygroups@hotmail.com 1191 WESTRIDGE DR.Oshawa. Raised 3+1 bedroom bungalow, lrg. eat-in-kitchen, finished base- ment with fireplace, 2 car garage, Asking $289,900. Call Bernie for appointment to view (905)571- 7715 853 PARKSIDE, PICKERING, (Finch & Whites Rd. area). New Custom-built home. Stone/brick front, 4-bdrms., luxury master en- suite w/sep. shower & Jacuzzi, up- graded oak kit. cabinets, gas f/p, vinyl casement windows, granite foyer, walkout bsmt., 9ft. ceiling on main floor, direct access from gar- age, strip hrdwd. flooring, oak stairs, top quality broadloom, pot lights, smooth ceiling, crown moulding w/7" baseboards. $499,900. Jim Maumovski, Sales Representative, DIRECT: 416- 399-0805 or 416-321-0816. Family Realty Cosmo City Inc., Broker 88 BEDELL CRES. WHITBY.All brick 2-storey. 4 br, 2 1 bath. Ce- ramic tile, finished basement. Open house Sun Feb 27 2-4 pm or call anytime 905-571-2139. $319,000. No agents. OSHAWA, $102,500 3-bedroom eat in kitchen, 4 appliances, full basement, enclosed play area, convenient location. Call (905)429- 2344 AA NO DOWN PAYMENT,just good credit. 2 - 2 bedroom legal duplex for sale. $169,900. Cash back on closing. Live in one apart- ment, while other apartment pays mortgage. Brick, new roof, close to hospital. Don't wait! Call (416) 238- 1736. CUSTOM BUILT 1yr old 4-bed- room house, Queen's Common, Whitby. 3-1/2 baths, large deck, upgraded kitchen w/built-in appli- ances, over 3000sq.ft. 9'ceiling, double sided gas fireplace, etc. Asking $599,990. 27 Gowan Dr. (905)665-3842 DISTRESS SALE Bank Foreclosures Free list of foreclosure properties. Receive a Free computerized printout Free recorded message 1-866-224-8221 ID#1042 EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW,beau- tifully treed 2 acre country proper- ty. Completely renovated, granite countertops in kitchen/bathrooms, hardwood & porcelain floor tiles, main floor laundry, CVAC, new windows/doors, 2-car garage, de- tached shed. $399,900 Open House Saturday & Sunday Feb. 26 & 27 1-3p.m. 1285 Howden Rd East (Between Columbus Road and Raglan Rd). Take Simcoe Street to Howden Rd and go east 3.8 km. 905-655-1773 FOR SALE:347 Prince of Wales Dr., Whitby - 4 bedroom home in prime location; Family room with walkout; i/g pool; hardwood floor- ing; CA, CVac, new shingles; walk- ing distance to all amenities. In- quiries: 905-576-3859 HOMESELLERS Find out what the home down the street sold for. Free computerized list of area homes for sale & sold. Free recorded message 1-866-224-8221 ID#2041 LAKEFRONT HOUSE for sale. 45 min. north of Lindsay on Moore Lake. 95 ft of lake frontage. Ap- prox. 1450 sq. ft. of living area. Cement block bsmt. partially fin- ished. Det. garage & workshop. $349,000. For appt. to view 1-705- 454-1166. Open House Sun Feb 27th 1:30pm-4:00pm. Less than one year New, 4 bedroom Feather- stone model in Tribute Notting- ham, 57 Montebello Cres., Ajax. 2867 sq.ft. Too many upgrades to list. Asking $413,990. Call Mr.Fraser Beach at Select Plan Real Estate @ 905-686-2141. OSHAWA CENTRAL - Immediate possession. Nothing to do but move in. Completely renovated 2 1/2 storey brick home, huge dou- ble garage, 60 ft. lot. Freshly paint- ed throughout. New broadloom, many upgrades. 4 bedrooms, din- ing room, living room, utility room, office, eat in kitchen, 2nd kitchen, with in-law potential. Asking $239,900. Telephone (905) 243- 0538. OVER 1500 sq. Footage Totally renovated large 3 bedroom townhouse. Brand new Maple Kitchen with slate floors, all appliances. Parquet throughout. 2 completly renovated Bathrooms with ceramic floors. Extra large crown mouldings with 10" Baseboards. New washer & dryer. Pivate yard. $186,700 Call (905)420-4384 PRIVATE SALE - 4-level back- split home, 4-bedrooms, vault pine ceiling in livingroom, oak flooring, walkout to deck, oak cupboards in large kitchen, c/air/natural gas fur- nace, new paint and carpet, 2 bathrooms, large deck, 92x170' lot, 2 min. north of 401 on Country Rd. 10 in Welcome, near school. Ask- ing $239,500. Call Neil 905-342- 3110. By appt. only. BEAUTIFUL 3-BEDROOM town- house, in North Oshawa, Green- belt, 1-4pc, 1-3pc bath. 4th bed- room/office. New broadloom, ce- ramics, pergo flooring, gas fire- place, A/C, single car garage. $$ spent on upgrades. Just move in. $154,000. (905)721-0315 FOR LEASE - Retail Oshawa, 1100 sq. ft. plus basement, busy corner with lots of parking. $1550/mo. including taxes & main- tenance. 905-666-4670. OSHAWA,602sq.ft-2250sq.ft. Newly renovated building, $10/sq.ft. net. Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group Status, (905)259-2020 cell, (905)436-0990 office. SPACE FOR RENT,approx 500sq.ft., mixed use, good location in Whitby, next to Tim Horton's, ample parking, available immedi- ately. (905)576-0823. WHITBY 625 SQ.FT.3 offices plus clerical. $1042 includes utilities. Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group Status, (905)259-2020 cell, (905)436-0990 office. A Job At Home $529.27 Weekly. Mail work, Assemble products or Computer work. (416)703-5655. 24hr message. www.TheHomeJob.ca Or write: Consumer, 599B Yonge Street, #259-222, Toronto. BEAUTY SALON SPA for rent, in Whitby, 1,000 sq. ft. fully equip, avail May 1, first/last. 905-925- 3945 or 905-655-4623. CHIP TRAILER FOR SALE - Ready for business in the heart of Port Perry. Easy to run, all acces- sories included. Very good cash business. For more information call 905-436-3697. COUNTRY MARKET for lease. Unique opportunity. Country mar- ket + use of 30 acres of wooded lot. Operated as a Country Market for many years. Ideal for creative entrepreneur to add seasonal events (pumpkin patch, apple pick- ing, Easter egg hunt etc) Use your imagination. Doug Baird 905-259- 6318 FIRE YOUR BOSS:Learn to earn $250K+/yr working from home PT. 1-866-340-3043. PA RTNER REQUIRED.Commer- cial cleaning company. East end. $5K per month plus profits. Invest- ment required. $12K. 1-888-740- 1113. WINDOWS AND DOORS. Leading manufacturer in the replacement window, door and siding industry is offering exclusive branch owner opportunities. Experience required. Local and province wide opportunities available. Join a winning team with over 30 established locations. Call 1-888-738-0738 ext 228. $$$ 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 . (2) - One bedrooms, $675/inclu- sive, avail. immediately and March 1st. (2) Bachelor, $635/in- clusive, available immediately. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 (2) - UNITS AVAILABLE - various locations Oshawa, 2-bdrm & 1- bdrm. Rents all inclusive, separate entrance, laundry. Available March 1st. Must see! Call (416)892-8864 1 BEDROOM APT.- Brand new renovated, exceptionally clean & spacious, quiet bldg., ceramics, carpeted, Ritson/Bloor, Oshawa, minute to 401, $750/mo. incl. util. No pets/smoking. Available imme- diately. 905-431-1552. 1 BEDROOM BSMT. AJAX,own entrance, laundry, bright, clean, no smokers or cats. March 1st. $750/incl. Furnished/unfurnished. 905-619-2679 1 BEDROOM, plus living, legal basement apartment, south Ajax, newly renovated, separate en- trance, parking, laundry, C/A, many upgrades, Available March 1st. $800/inclusive. 905-426- 7770 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 BDRM APT, avail now. Simcoe St. North Oshawa. Appliances, laundry facilities, 1-parking. Call 905-720-0432 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT,in 12 plex building, with balcony and parking, all inclusive. $850. Near downtown Oshawa. 80 William St. W.Avail. March 1st. no pets. 1(866)327-7485. 2 BEDROOM APT.located Taun- ton and Townline area. Inquire at 905-725-7493. 2 MAIN FLR 2-bdrm apts. in four- plex in Cannington, available im- mediately. No pets/smoking. Appli- ances, pkg and storage shed in- cluded. $625 plus hydro. (905) 852-5603 2-BDRM BSMT.Oshawa. Newly renovated, clean & quiet. Includes heat, hydro, water, parking. No smoking/pets. $795/mo. Avail. now. Call 905-448-0898 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT available in the Oshawa, Sim- coe/Olive area. $750. Utilities in- cluded. Call (416)729-3001. 2-BEDROOM apartment,Oshawa Olive/Wilson. Available March 15th, $825/month includes parking and utilities. No pets, first/last re- quired. Call days 905-576-5512 or evenings, (905)427-5580. 2-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, walkout. $875/inclusive, cable included. North Pickering. No smoking. Available immediate- ly/March. First/last. (905)839-5872. 2-BEDROOM,North Oshawa, Newer well maintained, clean, quiet adult-lifestyle building. Secur- ity System. Suits retired/mature working adult. April 1. $835/inclu- sive. No pets. 905-720-2352. 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 luxurious Courtice 2-bdrm, private country surround- ings, on bus route laundry/storage in apt. $975 inclusive. Avail. imme- diately. No smoking/pets. Call 905- 435-2470. ADELAIDE/RITSON,Oshawa, 1- bdrm. Available March 1st. $680/mo. Parking, appliances. First/last. (705)799-6803 AJAX 2-bdrm, large eat-in kitch- en, open concept, new, clean. Utilities, parking, cable. No pets/smoking. $950/mo First/last, references. (905)426-4773 AJAX - 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. in custom built home., central loca- tion, bright and clean, fridge, stove, laundry, c/vac, $725/incl. 905-409-5424 or 705-738-6412. AJAX - 2 bedroom walkout. Bright, roomy. 4 piece bath. Separate en- trance/parking. $950/mo. inclusive. Available March 1st or sooner. Call 905-427-9944 or 905-424-1061. AJAX - immaculate 2-bedroom ground floor. Enclosed porch, treed backyard, patio doors. Util- ities included. No smokers/pets. Walk to GO bus, library, shopping. $995/mo. (905)509-7465 (P.M.) AJAX - Main floor of bungalow, parking, garage, near hospital ALSO Pickering Village Room for rent, small bldg. 905-686-8905 416-562-0186 AJAX - newly renovated base- ment, one bedroom. Laminated flooring 2 appliances, parking, no pets/smoking, available immedi- ately. $700 plus utilities. 416-986- 1712, leave message. AJAX - South.1 bedroom base- ment. Separate entrance. Newly renovated. New appliances. A/C, cable, parking. Close to 401/shop- ping/beach. No smoke/pets. $700 inclusive. First/last. 416-897-2021. AJAX -Harwood & Chapman. Large, bright, 1 bedroom, excellent condition, walk-out to yard, bbq, 4 piece bath, parking, quiet home. Walk to shopping, rec. centre and other amenities $725+. Available April 15. (905)683-9914. AJAX -Pickering Village, 2 bed- room condominium apartment. Washer/Dryer. A/C. Gas fireplace. Parking. No pets/smoke. Quiet, responsible tenant. $1000/mo. Available immediately. Call: Day - (905)683-3770, Evenings - (905)666-8187. AJAX CENTRAL,basement 1- bedroom, clean & bright, 4 appli- ances, parking for 1, separate en- trance, no pets. $630/month + Util- ities. Available March 1st. (905)683-8768. AJAX CHURCH/HWY.2bdrms $950 includes utilities, Available March. in clean quiet bldg. 905- 426-1161 AJAX legalized large 1-bedroom basement apartment. All inclusive. 1-parking. No smoking/pets. $800/month. First/last. Available March 1st. Call (905)683-2427 AJAX North - 2 bedroom walk-out basement. 1 parking, laundry. No smoking/pets. Available March 1. $900/mo. utilities included. (905)426-5452 after 6pm week- days. AJAX SOUTH - 3 BEDROOM MAIN FLOOR, April 1st, $1075+part utilities. LARGE one bedroom, suits quiet single female, immediate, $725/incl. ALSO 1 bed.+den, suit single, March 1st. $750/incl. Sep. entrance, parking, laundry; No pets/smoking, First/last/references. (905)686- 6773 AJAX SOUTH - one bedroom basement, immediate. $725/inclu- sive. Sep. entrance/walkout, park- ing, shared laundry, no pets/smok- ing. First/last/references. 905-686- 3717. AJAX,new beautiful large, bright, 1-bedroom apartment in executive home, large windows, 5-applianc- es, High-speed internet, satellite, patio. No smoking/pets. $750+. (905)424-0154. AJAX,Pickering Village 3-bdrm main floor. 4 appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools/shop- ping/transit. $1400/mo inclusive. March 1st. Mike wkdays 905-427- 4077 ext 24, evenings/wknds 905- 442-0020. AJAX,1 bedroom basement apartment, available March 1st. Separate entrance. $825 inclusive. Also includes laundry, cable, park- ing. Close to amenities. First/last. (905)426-2961. AJAX,Westney/Hwy #2, luxury new 2-bedrooms, basement apt, (legal), separate entrance, laundry, parking. $900/inclusive, no pets/smoking, first/last, references. Mar/Apr. (416)994-3450 AVAILABLE March 1st. Whitby - 2 bedroom (loft type) apartment. Newly renovated. Bright, Spa- cious, Hardwood flooring. Laundry facilities included. First/last. $825/mo. Joan: 905-404-7861. AVAILABLE NOW! Ajax - large 2 bedroom, eat in kitchen living/din- ing. Ground floor, separate en- trance. In a clean 12 plex newly renovated. $795. (905) 922-0252 or (905) 686-0470. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BRAND NEW 2 bedroom basement apartment in North Oshawa. 4pc bath, large family room with hardwood floors, separ- ate entrance, C/A. $700/inclusive. Available immediately. (905)571- 1555. BRIGHT,clean basement bache- lor, large windows, separate en- trance, 3pc bath, laundry, utilities, parking included. No pets/smok- ing. Near College/University, Rossland/Wilson. Immediate- ly/March 1st.. $650/month. (905)725-0106 BRIGHT, CLEAN,2 bed. apt. in Oshawa. Lrg. windows, newly fin. kitchen, new fridge/stove, hard- wood, new tiles in kitchen, carpet- ed bedrooms. Includes parking, storage, onsite laundry, small bldg., nice backyard. Take over lease, $750+hydro. Avail. now. James 905-728-5982. BROCK RD/401,clean bright one bedroom basement apart. separ- ate entrance, non smoker, all in- clusive. available march lst. (905) 427-4241 CLEAN 1-BDRM $720/month, newly decorated. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. CLEAN SPACIOUS 2-bdrm bsmt, Oshawa $750/mo inclusive. Pri- vate entrance, parking. No smok- ing/dogs. Avail. March 1st. Call Fran k 905-428-8274 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 OSHAWA BORDER very large, 1100sq.ft, 2 bedroom upper floor of triplex, fridge, stove shared laundry, gas heat, $975 plus hydro, Condolyn Manage- ment (905)428-9766. COURTICE, 1-bedroom basement apt. Clean and quiet, separate en- trance. Utilities, cable and parking included. $590/month. Suite single person. No smoking/pets. Avail- able Mar. 1st. Call 905-576-0180. DUNDAS/COCHRANE - Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedroom apt. available. Close to school/shop- ping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-666-1525. FURNISHED, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, Oshawa, Thorn- ton/Gibb, livingroom w/fireplace, equipped kitchen, satellite TV, laundry, separate entrance, transit. No pets/smoking. $690/month. (905)435-0811 GARDEN/DUNDAS - 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath, $750/all inclu- sive. Large private yard, no smok- ing, suit 1-person. AFTER 6, 905- 430-9468. GORGEOUS upper level house, newly renovated, ravine/cable, a/c, all inclusive, 1 bedroom, no pets/smoking $850/month Oshawa available march/april 1 call allen 905-438-8956 GREEN/BURNS,near Go/shop- ping, 1-bedroom basement apt, very clean, separate entrance, No smoking/pets. Share laundry, $675 monthly including all utilities, cable. (905)655-0536 Harwood & Bayly FREE MONTH RENT 1 & 2 bdrms from $865 Renovated Units Call 310-7000 HWY 401 & MARKHAM Rd. Apartment & Townhomes close to shopping, transit, with many amen- ities. Call 416-292-0118 www.realstar.ca LARGE clean main floor 2 bed- room apartment, excellent area near oshawa hospital, eat-in kitch- en, includes appliances/park- ing/laundry $795 plus utilities call Pat 905-263-2228 LIVERPOOL RD./NEAR LAKE.2 bed. basement apt. Washer, dryer, all inclusive $800/mo. Available April 1st. (705)484-5222 LUXURY 2 BEDROOM in Bow- manville available March 1st. $1110/mo. inclusive of laundry, fridge, stove, dishwasher, micro- wave, cable. Non-smokers, no pets. Call Doug Humphrey 905- 623-6000. MARCH 1ST - TWO BEDROOM apts for rent. Located 309 Cordo- va Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Please call (905)579-2387 after 5 p.m. 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 - spacious one bedroom basement apartment, in quiet residential area, newly deco- rated , separate entrance, one parking, quiet non smoker, $675 inclusive. Immediate. Leave mes- sage. (905) 576-3830. ONE AND TWO bedroom apart- ments available immediately. Clean, nice area, laundry facilities on premises. 1-parking sport per unit. Park Rd. S./Bloor St. area. Please call (905)571-4482 be- tween 9a.m.-3p.m. for appoint- ment. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. Pickering. Sep. entrance, parking, near all amenities. 2-appliances, available now, first/last $775/util. included. (416)903-2980 or 416- 604-2980. ONE, TWO & THREE bedroom apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Available imme- diately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905-723-1009 or 905-579-3700 OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM apt. fridge, stove, heat and hydro in- cluded. Albert and Jackson. $700. a month First and last call 905- 723-9781 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 Park/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3-bed- rooms available. Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $765/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA,1 bedroom basement apt., quiet, clean, spacious, in- cludes parking, laundry, utilities. Non-smoker, no-pets, suitable for 1. Avail. March 1, $675. (905)725- 7833 OSHAWA,1-bdrm upper level plus loft, newly renovated. $840/mo inclusive, 1-parking, pri- vate entrance. First/last. Avail. immediately. (416)284-7502. OSHAWA,2-bedroom Bloor/Park Well maintained, clean, quiet bldg. Near shopping/401/Go/bus. First/last/references required. No pets. Seniors Special. Available immediately. (905)571-4576 OSHAWA,available March 1st. 1-bdrm $750/mo; 2-bdrm $875/mo All inclusive w/balconies. No dogs. (905)721-0831 OSHAWA,by the lake, clean 1- bdrm bsmt in well-kept home. Large l/r, includes utilities, laundry facilities. $750/month. Available Immediately. (905)420-2171 or (905)706-6776 OSHAWA,near O/C, Large 1- bdrm bsmt, large livingroom, own bathroom. Shared laundry/kitchen, no smoking/pets. Suit super-clean person. March 1st, $550/inclusive. First/last. (905)743-9074, (905)431-7771. PARK RD/401,clean, freshly painted 2-bedroom, hardwood, parking, laundry facilities, available immediately. $800 plus lights. (905)571-0770 PICKERING -Kingston/Brock Rd, new, 1 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, no smoking/pets, close to all amenities (GO/401), $750/all inclusive. Suitable for working per- son. Available March lst. 905-686- 0836. PICKERING - Liverpool/Glenanna, 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separate en- trance, laundry, cable, non-smok- ing, no pets, $690/mo. first/last, suitable for single, working person. Available March 1. 905-420-2399. PICKERING - NEW - 1 bdrm & bath above ground. Sep Ent, A/C, Custom Wet Bar, Pool. A MUST SEE! Near GO. No smoking/pets $800/incl. 905-831-9145. PICKERING new 2-bedroom, basement walk-out, with own laun- dry facilities, large kitchen & living- room, avail. March 1, $1000 inclu- sive. no smoking/pets (905)424- 1113. PICKERING, BROCK/HWY. 2, bright 2-bedroom, newly finished, cable, laundry, parking, near tran- sit, no smoking/pets. Available im- mediately. $850 inclusive. Call 905-619-9356. PICKERING,Liverpool Rd. 1-bdrm bsmt, quiet executive home on wa- terfront lot. Separate entrance, own laundry, parking, air, cable. No smoking/pets. $750/mo inclu- sive. 416-937-4522 PICKERING- WHITES/401 2- Bdrm, Large Basement Apt, Sep Entrance, Parking, Shared Laun- dry, No Smoking, Avail Immed, $900.00 incl Utilities. (416)428- 3537 PICKERING- WHITES/401 3- bdrm, Large Main Floor of Home, Eat-in Kit, Sep Entrance, Parking, Shared Laundry, No Smoking, Avail Immed, $1300+ Utilities. (416)428-3537. PICKERING-WHITES/FINCH- Large beautiful spacious 2-bed. basement apt. 1500 sq. ft. Fire- place, sep. laundry/entrance, must see $1100/inclusive. 416-737- 1352. PORT WHITBY - 1722/1724 Duf- ferin St. newly renovated spacious, quiet, 1 & 2 bedrooms, $795/$895. Utilities incl., laundry, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Close to sports are- na, shopping. 1-800-693-2778 REGENCY PLACE 15 Regency Cres. Whitby 50+ lifestyle apt. complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl. All utilities incl. 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 SIMCOE ST. S. OSHAWA - 1 bed. apt. with parking, clean and newly renovated. Close to 401 and bus stop. Available immediately. $550/mo. incl. water. 905-666- 4670. SOUTH PICKERING Rouge- mount/Altona large bright 1 bed- room, full kitchen/bath, parking for 1, no pets/smoking. All inclusive $725. First/last Call 905-509-0992 SPACIOUS, NEWLY renovated 1- bedroom upper duplex, fridge, stove, separate entrance, c/air, satellite, parking, bus route, no pets/smoker. First/last, $850 inclu- sive. Debbie (905)697-0915, 905- 721-7519. 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 TRIPLEX - MAIN FLOOR,2 bdrm. apt. Nice, spacious clean, in quiet neighbourhood, close to all amen- ities. Park/401 area. $775+hydro. Available April 1st. 905-438-8886 TWO BEDROOM 315 Kent St. Whitby, Newly renovated, clean, Available immediately. $775 plus utilities. Close to downtown Whit- by, bus, shopping, 401. (905)940- 7973. Bibi TWO BEDROOMS AVAILABLE anytime or March 1st. 946 Masson St., Oshawa. $795/mo., all inclu- sive. No pets. Please call 905-576- 6724 or 905-242-4478. UXBRIDGE -Brock St. West, . Newly renovated 1 bdrm apt. with laundry. Available March 1. Call Mike 416-936-1622. UXBRIDGE NEW!To wn- house/Apartment rentals. 2 bed- rooms, 4 appliances, aircond., pat- io/garden, parking, storage. 905- 852-4777 WHITBY - bright spacious 1st floor, quiet house, quiet street, walk to Go, would suit 1 person, no pets. 1-parking. $750/inclusive First/last/ref. (905)665-1678 WHITBY AND OSHAWA - Large 2 bedroom apartment, eat in kitchen, parking, laundry, in a clean low rise building. $750. (905) 922-0252 or (905) 686-0470 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, bright legal 1- bdrm bsmt., separate entrance. Full kitchen, parking, on 1/2 acre lot. $850+. Also 1-bdrm $475/mo April 1st. 416-827-3334 WHITBY,newly renovated bright 1-bdrm + den bsmt apt, share laundry, separate entrance, park- ing, avail Apr. lst. Non smoker, First/last. $875/mo inclusive. Brock/Rossland. (905)686-1003 AJAX,large 2- bedroom, overlook- ing Lake Ontario, at the Breakers, Harwood/Lakedrive. Avail. May 1, $1500 mo. inclusive 905-686- 1715. PICKERING To wn Centre steps away.Condo quality 3 bedrooms A/C, ensuite laundry. GO station nearby. From $1050.00+ hydro. Debbie (905)831-1250 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 2-BDRM upper unit house, excel- lent location. 2-car parking, stor- age shed, 4pc bath, ceramics, im- mediate occupancy. Great condi- tion. $750/month + hydro only. (905)721-7374 ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000 plus family income and good credit. Short of down pay- ment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re Max Spirit (905) 728- 1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX - 2-storey house for rent. Rossland/Westney. 3 bedrooms. Fireplace, shared laundry, 2/3 util- ities, parking. $1250/mo. First/last. References. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. (905)428- 9695. AJAX BEAUTY!Detached spot- less house, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 6 appliances, CAC, finished base- ment with oak bar, walkout to deck, fenced yard. Best Ajax loca- tion. $1,449 plus. Call 647-272- 6191. AJAX BY THE LAKE -2 +1 bdrm. bungalow on large lot, steps to lake. Partially finished basement, lots of parking. $1200+utilities. Avail. March 3rd. 905-428-6413. AJAX,3-bdrms, main floor of house, separate entrance, deck, hot tub, $1100/mo + utilities. Avail. April 1st. First/last. (416)282-7213 AJAX, AVAILABLE Immediately, 2-bedroom walkout new flooring, freshly painted, laundry, parking, $850 plus part utilities. Detached 3-bedroom $1200. Dennis Morgan 416-587-0060, (905)831-9500. 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. BOWMANVILLE,2/3 bdrm. Close to schools, shopping, 2-4pc bath- rooms, fireplace, $1200/mo + util- ities. References. Avail. immedi- ately. (905)260-5234 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. OSHAWA- 4+1 BEDROOM, sep- arate diningroom/livingroom, fenced yard. Close to 401/schools, gas heat, a/c, no pets. $1350+util/first/last. Avail. immedi- ately. Credit-check. 905-433-2445. PICKERING - bright clean 3 bed- room detached house, 2-bath- rooms, air, large yard, parking, near all amenities. 3 appliances, first/last, available now. $1475/util. included. (416)903-2980 PICKERING,detached 4-bed- room, main floor, very clean, walk- out deck, 6-appliances, 2-parking, Quiet street. No smoking. $1350/month plus utilities. First/last, references. Available April 1st. (905)831-0228 WHITBY DETACHED HOUSE @ Rossland/Thickson 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, dbl garage, family rm w/fpl, $1350 mo.+ utilities, Apr.1, legal Bsmt apt. not incl., 1st/Last, prefer no Smoking /Pets. Tim Webster, Sutton Group Heritage 905 619- 9500. WHITBY,recently renovated, 4 bedroom, March 1, laundry, air, close to downtown, ample parking, no pets/smokers, first/last, refer- ences. $1400.mo. (905)655-8648. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 23, 2005, PAGE 11 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com AUDET, Dorothy peacefully at home with her fami- ly by her side on Monday February 21st, 2005. Dor- othy beloved wife of Terry. Cherished mother of Su- san and her husband Keith and David and his wife Sherri. Devoted Nana to Meghan and Alysha. Lov- ingly remembered by her brother-in-law Ernest and God-daughter Laura Iorio. Friends may call at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905-428-9090) on Friday February 25th from 6:30 p.m. A celebration of Dorothy's life will follow in the chapel at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Dorothy's memory to St. Michael's Hospital, Oncology Department, in care of Dr. Haq would be appreciated by her family. CLOSS, James Bernard.Devoted husband to May; beloved father to son James and wife Caro- line, and daughter Lori and husband Chris; loyal brother to sister Debi and her family; and loving "Grandy" to Carlene and Jazz, passed away peace- fully from complications due to leukemia at the To- ronto General Hospital, on Sunday, February 20, 2005. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at TGH (Intensive Care Unit) and especially to the 14th floor nurses and doctors at the Princess Margaret Hospi- tal. He will be greatly missed by his extended family and all his friends and poker buddies. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Wednes- day. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, February 24, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. Reception will follow at the Wanderers Rugby Club (Harwood Rd. North at Taunton Rd. in Ajax). Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Soci- ety, or a donation of blood in Jim's memory in sup- port of the Canadian Blood Services, would be greatly appreciated. A book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca MILLER, Margaret,Passed away on Tuesday, Feb- ruary 22, 2005, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 78. Loving wife of the late Joseph. Cherished mother of Ray (Jane) and Sylvia. Proud grandmoth- er of Michael (Dawn) and Jennifer (Harry). Margaret will be fondly remembered by great grandchildren David and Courtney. Dear sister of Frances, Barba- ra and the late Joan and John. Margaret will also be sadly missed by many other family members and friends. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 10-11 a.m. Friday, February 25, 2005. Funeral Ser- vice will follow in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Kid- ney Foundation would be greatly appreciated. The Durham Catholic District School Board Catholic Education: Learning & Living in Faith AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS In accordance with Section 252 (2) of the Education Act, the financial statements and Auditors' Report of the Durham Catholic District School Board for the year ended August 31, 2004 are available on line at www.durhamrc.edu.on.ca. Included are the: •Statement of Financial Position •Statement of Financial Activities •Summary of Significant Accounting Policies •Notes to the Financial Statements •Auditors' Report •Management Report For a printed copy, please telephone toll free 1-877-482-0722 or 905-576-6707, ext. 2244. 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. 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First/last. $1400+utilities. No smoking/pets. 905-420-5789. 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 OSHAWA -3 + 1 bedroom town- house. Parking, 4 appliances. $1200/inclusive. Available April 1. Call 1-866-406-8329. OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- houses, close to schools, shop- ping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. Available April 1st. 905- 579-9956 or Toll-free 1-866-922- 6422. OSHAWA,King & Harmony, 3 & 4 bedroom townhouses, with/without garage, close to Schools & shop- ping, starting at $1029 plus util- ities. References and credit check required, avail. Mar.1. Please call 905-571-0435. PICKERING LUXURY TRIDEL townhouse, approx. 1800sq.ft. 3- bedrooms 2.5 baths underground parking, gated security close to Pickering Town Center $1375/month + utilities. Avail. immed. Call Barry (905)839-7496. PICKERING,3-bedroom plus, liv- ing room, dining room, rec room. Underground parking, A/C. $1250 plus utilities. Available April 1st. First/last. (905)839-5496 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 townhouse, 1700sq.ft, garage, 5 appliance, C/A, Gar- den/Mary, $1250/month plus util- ities, available April 1st. First/last. Call Tony (905)721-0260 AMAZING newly renovated apart- ment style bachelor room. Includes kitchen, lounge, F/P, separate en- trance, parking, near amenities, first/last. March 1st. (905)720- 2265 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY- Liv- erpool/Bayly- clean fully furnished room, cable tv, no smoking/pets. Near Town Centre and Go. $500 first/last. (416)573-4445, (905)421- 0225 CLAREMONT -Bungalow 2 rooms unfurnished -or- main floor. 5 Quiet acres. Very private. $700 inclusive. Call Stan (evenings): (905)649- 1290 , John (anytime): (905)686- 4888 FURNISHED ROOMS in 3 year new house. Ajax. Suit profession- al or student, seconds to GO stop/station, shopping, 401. Imme- diately, $500/$550, first/last. Leroy (905)626-1447. LOOKING FOR 1 roommate to share brand new house. Hard- wood floor, hot tub, internet, phone, parking, walk to bus, plaza, gym, library, $450/month, all inclu- sive, (416)568-5199. ONE ROOM for rent. North Oshawa, on bus route, close to Durham College / University. $350/mo. (905)720-2129 OSHAWA Ideal Place, in profes- sional home. Suitable for non- smoking professional male, travel- ing to-out-of-town home, most weekends. $110 week. (905)723- 6761 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. QUIET COUNTRY setting, room for mature working gentleman pre- ferred. $85 per week, first/last week. Call 905-243-8627. WHITES Rd./401, room in a spa- cious basement, available imme- diately, $400. No pets/smoking. First/last & references required. Call (416)917-4949. 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. IMMEDIATELY -4 bedroom Pick- ering home to be shared with 2 adults. All inclusive. Non smok- ing/pets. $530/mo. First/last. Own washroom. Call (416)565-2908. PA R TIALLY FURNISHED private room, close to O.C., 401 and oth- er amenities, all inclusive. Suit em- ployed person, lst/last, Call (905) 721-0940. CLEARWATER FLORIDA,2-3 bedroom, fully furnished manufac- tured homes. Pool, hot tub, min- utes to beaches, baseball and at- tractions. Children welcomed. March 1st on. Weekly or monthly. Call 727-538-2123. SINCERE SINGLES Ontario's largest singles membership. Specializing in long-term relationships. 1-866-719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca. Winter special now on! AJAX - Full-time live-in nanny, 2 children, 2 1/2 & 10 mths, flexible hours, legal, references (905) 751- 8877. LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. ALTONA/HWY. 2,- ECE beautiful home daycare, one full time space available from September. 3 months to 3 years. Receipts, refer- ences. call Judit (905)509-5802 TUTORS REQUIRED, Math, English and French to grade 8 preferred. Work from home. Central Whitby and Central Ajax. Call (416)503-0045 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. 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 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 LEATHER sofa and love seat, colour cream, excellent con- dition, 4 years old, $1400. Fantas- tic deal. Call 905-436-0846 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 AQUARIUMS, various sizes, com- plete with canopy, heater, filter etc. $20+up. Assorted aquarium sup- plies, call after 7 p.m. (905)683- 3002 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SUITE,6pc, queen size $300; bedspread $75; Drapes $120. (905)509-2121 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. CARPETS - I have several thou- sand yards of new Stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living- room & hall for $389.00. Includes carpet, pad & installation (30 yards). Steve (905) 743-0689 www.suburbancarpets.com CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 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. DININGROOM set,china cabinet, table w/4 chairs; double bedroom suite 7pc (no mattress/boxspring); teak wall unit; 27" TV; hall cabinet w/mirror. (905)725-0028 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. FACTORY INDUSTRIAL sewing machine, JUKI, $800; Mahogany buffet & hutch $500; (905)571- 1049 FILTER QUEEN vacuum blowout $99 plus. Complete with all attach- ments. 1 year warranty (905)720- 9991 Oshawa Vacuum, 30 Taun- ton East. FINALLY!An Intelligent FAX Solution for Professionals! Receive your faxes directly into our email account! 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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 NEW, still wrapped in box, 15" flat LCD panel (2.3 million pixels) for PC or TV only $370. Call Taylor at 905-431-0600. PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Rentals also available. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427- 7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa. PIANOS & CLOCKS - Savings on all 2004 models still in stock. Also on Samick pianos, 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 apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POKER CHIP SETS 2 Colour 11.5g Casino Quality! Have 2 siz- es for sale, 650 Chips ($130), and 1000 Chips ($170). 905-435-8192 homecasino@gmail.com 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. RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT pizza pans, jet-spray 4-container beverage dispenser, etc. Commer- cial brusher/trimmer (Huskavarna) $350; mitre saw $50; bar fridge $75. (905)720-2488 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. ROXTON hardrock maple wallunit $1550.00, Sony 34" HDTV wide- screen Triniton $1550.00. Yamaha receiver CD player, pair of PSB speakers $350. (905)404-1655 RUGGED REPLAYS Winter Clearance, Wed. Feb. 23 to Wed. Mar. 2nd. Save 30% TO 70%on all inventory (no exclusions). This is a once a year sale, don't miss out!! From jeans to tuxedos we've got it all at up to 70% BELOW RETAIL.Ta ke Hwy. #2 to Thick- son Rd. (Go South) three lights to (Burns St) turn L. We're in the first plaza on left (Burns St. Plaza). Mon-Wed 10-6, Thurs. Fri. 10-9, Sat. 10-5. Call 905-404-2063/ 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. SOLID TEAK dining room table, seats six to twelve people ( 2 leafs), 6 chairs, asking $2,000. call (905)427-8270. TWO 8-pc bedrooms suites, like new, one light oak, one cognac finish; 5-pc rattan dinette w/glass top w/2 matching swivel chairs. 905-721-7202 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 ROTA RY ARTS AND CRAFTS Show at the Waterfront Festival - The deadline is approaching for artists and crafters to apply for a booth in the Rotary tents at the Waterfront Festival. Our show is juried and your product must be unique to, and created by you, the vendor. Please call 905-372-4959 for an application form. TWO DAY AUCTION Sun., Feb. 27 at 1pm Mon. Feb. 28. at 7pm (Preview 1 hr. prior to sale). Victoria Square Community Centre, 2929 Elgin Mills Road East, Markham (404 to Elgin Mills, East to Hall) Over 1100 lots of New & Estate Furniture, Lamps, Glass, crystal, sports memorabilia, Jewelry, phones, col- lectibles Home decor & much more! 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. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell 905-424- 9411 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. 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 2 SHITZHU PUPPIES, 6 weeks old, ready to go, no shots $400 each. Call 905-404-9463. FREE TO GOOD HOMES! Kit- tens, 4 available March 5th, 6 available March 11th. Call (905)686-4577 for viewing/reser- vation. SHIH TZU PUPPIES FOR SALE, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked, $450 each Call 905- 260-8855. WOULD YOU ENJOY your DOG more if he were better trained? TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1989 CHEV CAVALIER Z-24,2.8, 5-speed, tilt, factory mags, certi- fied, e-tested $1500-obo. 905-571- 7975 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 1990 BUICK REGAL - 3.1 L V6, 216kms, good shape. $1500 o.b.o. Call 905-728-8596. 1990 NISSAN Maxima,4-door, 3.0-V6, 5 spd, Good condition, runs good. $1000. O.B.O. as is (905)263-8354 1991 BUICK REGAL LTD.,4dr. 6cyl. auto. loaded, clean, runs ex- cellent $1250; 1990 Honda Ac- cord, 4dr, 4cyl. auto. loaded, clean, runs excellent, $1150; 905- 720-0704 Oshawa. 1991 OLDS CIERRA V-6 automat- ic p/w,p/dl,p/seat, tilt/cruise, factory mags, recent tires, gas tank, fuel pump, front struts, rear shocks Cert/e-tested. (905)571-7975 1992 CAMRY LE,4dr. sedan, low km, one owner, cert/emission, 4cyl, full power, sunroof, AM/FM stereo/CD, loaded, $5995 firm. Gerry 905-579-1280. 1994 CADILLAC CONCOURS (DEVILLE), V8 Northstar, 4.6L, loaded, great shape, do-it-yourself mechanic special, sold as-is, service manuals available, $2,250 OBO, call (905)683-4423, 9am-8pm for details. 1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM,red, 2 door, p/w, p/l, p/m, air, new tires. Sporty, fun car. Asking $3,999.00 Call for details 905-982-0070, leave message. 1995 AURORA, in good condition, $4,500. Also, 1980 Bonneville, solid Florida car, $500. Call 905- 377-1937. 1995 FORD THUNDERBIRD LX silver, 2dr, auto, fully loaded, ex- cellent cond, extra clean, runs like new, 199hwy. km, must sell, $2250/cert-emission. 905)579- 9282 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE. 4-door, V6, $3,200. 2000 Ford Excursion XLT, V-10, 8-passenger rear air/heat, 4x4, $16,900. BOTH: auto, loaded, Cert, E-tested. (905)665-3222. 1996 BUICK Roadmaster Estate Wagon, 5.7L V8, fully loaded, tow- ing package, clean, very good con- dition, 250,000km. Certified/e-test- ed, $6800. 905-623-4071. 1996 MAZDA MX3, $3499. 1996 Grand Am, $3499. 1997 Cavalier, $2990. 2000 Intrepid, $5499. Others from $1699. Certified and E-tested. (Kelly and Sons, since 1976) (905)683-7301 or (905)424- 9002, www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1997 CHEV LUMINA LS,4dr., loaded, 106,000kms, new tires, certified & e-tested. $6500 or best offer. Call (905)429-0638 1997 CHEV LUMINA, good solid car with good motor, 210,000 km. Certified and E-tested, asking $4,500. Call 905-377-0361 even- ings and weekends. 1998 CAVALIER Z24, 2.4L, 5-spd, 245,000km. Certified, E-tested, Must sell. $5500 OBO. 905-435- 8164. 2000 BUICK LeSABRE LIMITED. Black with grey leather interior, sunroof. 80,000 km. Certified, e- tested. Asking $15,000.00 (905)985-3959. 2002 HUYUNDAI ACCENT, black, 4-door, 5-spd, tinted windows, only 27,000kms. E-tested. $6900. 905-571-7985, cell 647-229-1628. 2003 PONTIAC SUNFIRE,4 dr., auto, air, CD, tilt, non-smoker, only 5000km $11,250. (905)579-2978 leave message. 2004 SUNFIRE,2-dr, auto, air, cd, tilt, less that 14K, metallic grey, $12,500. Private sale. Call (905)665-3045 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. Tops a ll 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 1998 SUZUKI SIDEKICK 4 x 4, 4 wheel drive, 4 dr. hardtop, 4 cyl automatic, e tested, lady driven, ready to certify. 165,000 kil., $4,999. Telephone (905) 743- 9436. 1999 GMC JIMMY,2dr., 128,000kms, $9,300. Can be seen at 20 Putsey Dr., Caesarea or call (905)986-0181. 1999 CHEV VENTURE,burgundy w/grey interior, 144,000kms, re- mote start, air, 7-passenger, excel- lent condition. $8,500. Also rims and snow tires avail. (905)427- 8009 ATTENTION: HOT GIRLZ All city escort has arrived for you. In/out calls 905-550-2172 Complete Home Renovations Basement finishing, Drywall, Ceramic Tiles, Painting, Kitchen/Bath, Electrical We treat your work with respect. 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A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 23, 2005 www.durhamregion.com Join this group of progressive local businesses who have already signed up as advertisers in your Annual Business & Community Directory PICKERING DIRECTORY Deadline April 22/05 Call Directory Sales 905-579-4400 directories@durhamregion.com Proudly published by Metroland Durham Region Media Group, the people who have been bringing you your local news and entertainment information for over 30 years. The ULTIMATE source of local information - bringing buyers and sellers together 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year! DON’T BE LEFT OUT!DON’T BE LEFT OUT! SMART MOVE! SMART MOVE! CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers: We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our flyer dated: February 18 - February 24 Product: eMachines T3624 Computer Package.This package does not feature an 8-in-1 Card Reader as advertised on pg. 6 of our Feb. 18th flyer. SKU: 10055102 Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. Open to public from 1pm til 7pm (905) 576-9335 Book Now! Wednesday, May 18, 2005 Tosca Banquet Hall • 800 Champlain Ave., Oshawa Special Section: Sunday, May 15th, 2005 FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING This Week Oshawa • Whitby • Clarington This Week Oshawa • Whitby • Clarington PRESENTS FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO RESERVE YOUR BOOTH CALL YOUR CLASSIFIED SALES REPRESENTATIVE. (905) 576-9335 (905) 683-0707 Fax: (905) 579-4218 Ajax group’s members say they don’t want to be ‘flash in the pan band’ By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The Ajax rock scene is on the Rise. Forming a mere eight months ago, Rise of Abundance (ROA) is a local group hoping to skyrocket up the suc- cess ladder. After only a few practice sessions and performing at select ven- ues across Durham Region, the group won a battle of the bands contest in January at the Opera House in To- ronto. “I didn’t expect (to win) at all,” said Ryan Woods, guitarist and co-vocal- ist. “The entire time, with every level we completed, I was sure they’d vote us off. However, we just kept advanc- ing and advancing until eventually we came out on top. It’s an incred- ible honour to have won (battle of the bands). Having been together such a short amount of time (in comparison to other acts), it’s a testament to our musical capabilities.” For its win, ROA was awarded 15 hours of studio recording time and exposure on a Toronto radio station. “I want this to be a career,” said bass- ist Mike Watters. “Winning the (battle of the bands) was awesome, but stay- ing power is what we really crave. We don’t want to be another flash in the pan band.” Comprised of Ajax residents, Woods, 21, Watters, 18, lead vocalist Matt Royal, 20, and drummer Drew Bath, 20, the group says its style and sound are on musical par with Alexisonfire and that it draws inspiration from such hard- rocking bands as Chevelle, Thrice and the melodic, harmonious sounds of Dashboard Confessional. “Every day brings something new. We’re just going to be persistent, keep playing the scene and rocking out until our day comes,” said Woods. Describing their band name as a refusal to comply with modern rock music, ROA delivers socially relevant issues in its music, such as the life-di- minishing effects of drugs. A/P PAGE 13 ◆NEWS ADVERTISER ◆FEBRUARY 23, 2005 Here’s your chance to win a Prize Pack! A j a x /P i c k e r i n gAjax/Pickering N e w s A d v e r t i s e r i s News Advertiser is h a v i n g a c o n t e s t !having a contest! 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Activities at the Children’s Lounge will include fun arts and crafts like fairy wing- making and colouring, screenings of “Barbie Fa irytopia and the chance to experience the Fairytopia toy line and much more! The Weight Loss Centre located in Whitby, Ontario, will begin taking calls today from men and women who are 25 pounds or more overweight, to register for participation in our weight loss program for advertising purposes. If you qualify, you will be specially monitored throughout your weight loss until you have reached your goal weight. Those who participate in this special program will receive a “substantial” discount price. Where Beautiful Bodies are Born! Allison Gross of Winter Springs lost 75 lbs. in 18 weeks and is still keeping it off, over 4 years later! Ask about our NEW European Body Wrap Program. Lose 3 - 14 inches after your first visit! 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ROA battles its way to the top of the music heap ‘The entire time, with every level we completed, I was sure they’d vote us off.’ GUITARIST RYAN WOODS Jessica Morin runs off the floor of the Air Canada Centre after singing O Cana- da before a recent Toronto Rock game. Aj ax girl belts out O Canada to crowd of 17,000 plus Told she’s youngest to sing national anthem at ACC sports event By David Stell News Editor DURHAM — It was 17,240 to 11, but tiny Jessica Morin of Ajax beat the odds at the Toronto Rock, Calgary Rough- necks pro lacrosse game recently. Told by staff at the Air Canada Centre that she was the youngest ever to sing the Canadian anthem at a sports event there, 11-year-old Jessica went out on the floor in front of thousands and felt all eyes turn to her as the lights in the building dropped down to a single spot- light on her at the centre of the field. “Walking out there I was a little ner- vous,” she says. “But when I started sing- ing, I had fun.” Jessica is no stranger to the ACC, with her father Rob Tyler, one half of Two For The Show playing Rock games as the team’s hosts. She knows many of the staff and hangs out with the cheer- leaders, who gave her hugs for support before going on. Still, she got goosebumps, she said, when she heard her name announced as the singer. When the spotlight closed in on her alone, the experience started to feel totally real. “You couldn’t see faces, but you could still see people,” she said. “I was looking around, but I kept looking at the flag.” Afterwards, she received a lot of ap- plause, and then praise off the field. “People on the elevator recognized me and were telling me I did a good job,” she said. Her family was there with her, and her dad the performer summed up his impression. “She soared,” Tyler said simply. He pointed to team owner Brad Wat- ters as the reason Jessica was given the opportunity. He heard Jessica sing last year and asked her to consider it. He didn’t forget, although Tyler didn’t bring it up again. During a staff meeting Wat- ters brought it up immediately when anthem singers were discussed for the season ahead. Tyler videotaped the performance and took it to Jessica’s Grade 6 class at school where she got a lot of applause again, she said. St. Catharine of Sienna Catholic School students had prayed for her each morning leading up to the game. “I felt a lot of support going into it,” she said. Saturday night concert will include mass choir performance, too DURHAM — The Durham Girls Choir has been invited to a choral workshop and concert Feb. 26 in Lindsay. The workshop will be conducted by Brainerd Blyden-Taylor, founder and conductor of the Nathaniel Dett Cho- rale, of Toronto. The Durham Girls Choir senior choir will take part along with the Haliburton Children’s Cho- rus, the Kawartha Treble Troupe and the Voices of Victory. All four choirs will participate in the evening concert, singing alone and as a massed choir at Cambridge Street United Church, 61 Cambridge St. N. Tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for stu- dents and $25 for family. For tickets, call Lynn at 905-404-9227. At a recent silent auction dinner gala, the choir raised more than $6,000 for its operations. 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