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Home My WebLink AboutNA2005_03_06 The Pickering 28 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 46,600 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ SUNDAY, MARCH 6, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 HARMONY Muslim leader brings cultures together Page 13 BANNED Animal advocates speak out for Pit Bulls Page 3 GET ORGANIZED Tax time is no time for a shoe box of receipts Page 9 Candidates’ financial statements released from Nov. 8 campaign PICKERING — Terry James may have been the runner-up in Pickering’s Nov. 8 byelection, but he was a leader in campaign spending. The candidates in the Ward 2 byelection submitted their fi- nancial statements to the City last month with both Mr. James and Brian Evely finishing with a deficit. Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dickerson received a filing extension and has yet to submit his financial statement. Mr. James spent $15,733 on his campaign, including $4,424 for brochures, $3,773 on office expenses, $2,330 on signs and $2,185 on his voting day party- appreciation. He was left with a $2,498 deficit. In his third run at office, Brian Evely finished the byelection with a $5,342.50 deficit. He raised $1,000 but spent $6,342.50. Candidates had a spending limit of $16,802. Pat Mattson finished his cam- paign with a $544 surplus. He spent $3,203, including contrib- uting $2,500 to his own cam- paign. Former councillor Eileen Hig- don spent $5,206 on her cam- Pickering byelection costly for some G reenbelt legislation singles out agricultural preserve specifically By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — After months of debate, objections and applause, the Provincial Golden Horseshoe Greenbelt is finally law. The legislation with a goal to protect environmentally sensitive and agricul- tural land from urban sprawl was passed Feb. 24. The newly protected countryside lands have been added to the pro- tected areas of the Oak Ridges Moraine and the Niagara Escarpment to form the 1.8-million acre greenbelt area. The area includes the Duf- fins Rouge Agricultural Preserve and an area around Greenwood in Pickering, as well as lands north of Taunton Road and lands east of Audley Road in Ajax. Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan supports the concept of a green- belt but said the City differs on the areas of inclusion in Picker- ing. “We’re disappointed with the greenbelt mapping, not with the greenbelt itself,” he said. “We don’t see any real science and we keep asking for it.” The City had wanted the Duf- fins Rouge Agricultural Preserve removed from the greenbelt, as Pickering’s growth management study recommended the develop- DANCIN’ AND E XERCISIN’ Ron Pietroniro / News Advertiser photo DURHAM — Martin Scott-Pascal, well known choreographer, leads a workout to music with partici- pants in Club Carib’s recent Caribbean dance workshop. The event was part of Black History Month celebrations around the region. Look for Multicultural Durham on pages 13-16. 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The correct phone number is 905-686-5553 We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — An already ostracized breed will now face death in some circumstances under a new provincial ban on pit bulls. “This will cause the destruction of thousands of dogs,” said Ruby Rich- ards, manager of the Durham Region Humane Society. “It will make the hu- mane society have to act as killers.” One part of Bill 132 says that if a pit bull is picked up by animal control of- ficers for any reason — abandonment, running loose, cruelty — regardless of temperament, it cannot be re-adopted out and must be euthanized, Ms. Rich- ards said. And that has her sad and angry. “We’re very disappointed and we were hoping it wouldn’t go through,” she said, referring to the Bill which passed in the legislature this week. “We feel... it has nothing to do with the breed itself, that it’s the owners, the situations the animals are brought up in. “This will end up going to the Su- preme Court. It’s just too broad.” Pit bulls were being left tied up to the Pickering-Ajax-Whitby (PAW) animal services office in the fall when the ban was first being discussed, said Sylvie Koch, supervisor. “I think it’s going to be very, very difficult to enforce,” Ms. Koch said. “Truly, what is a pit bull? They’re not even recognized by the CKC (Canadian Kennel Club). Who is going to decide if, in fact, it’s a pit bull?” All of the municipal animal control officers said it’s hard to know how the ban will be enforced, as details of the Bill have yet to be sent to communi- ties. The Province is giving a transition period of six or seven months for mu- nicipalities to get up to speed on the charges. The Bill also includes a crackdown on any dog that bites, attacks, or is a menace to public safety. Owners, for the first time, now face up to six months in jail and increased fines of up to $10,000. A grandfather clause within the leg- islation will allow current pit bull own- ers to keep their dogs, but they will be prohibited from breeding or acquiring new pit bulls. Current pit bulls will also have to be leashed and muzzled while in public, and must be spayed or neu- tered. The City of Oshawa animal services has always had a lot of pit bulls in its shelter, most of them found running loose, said manager Kathy Duncan. She believes the ban will result in more people abandoning their pit bull dogs. “They have some typical terrier characteristics: they’re challenging to train, although intelligent. But stub- born,” she said. “People get them while they’re cute and don’t understand what they’re getting into. “In the right hands, they’re excellent dogs.” Scugog-Uxbridge animal control has received no calls from the public on the ban, and is waiting for the legisla- tion details, said Vickie McWhirter, an animal control officer there. She said she likes that the fines will be more strict. In Clarington, council will receive a report on Monday about the ban, said Anne Greentree, the Municipality’s deputy clerk. She said she cannot com- ment until details are passed down. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 PAGE 3 A/P Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo Summertime arrives AJAX — Students from J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate recently presented ‘Waiting For Knowledge’ at Dr. Roberta Bondar Public School as a special presentation for Black History Month. Channel Richards, left, and Shani Heslop, both in Grade 12, performed the song ‘Summertime.’ Waiting for Knowledge is an educational production that was created, written, and performed by the Richardson students. Cast members offered dramatizations, poetry, dancing, and singing as they highlighted the inventions and important contributions made by members of the black community. Pit bull ban will make us ‘killers’: shelter manager $%.4!,#%.42% -"%2,%! WALK-IN HOURS Daily 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AMBERLEA SHOPPING CENTRE ON WHITES RD. PICKERING BETWEEN FINCH & HWY 401 • Extractions in Hospital • FREE 2nd Opinion Consultation • Collect from Insurances Voted “BEST DENTAL” 2004 LIFE DOESN’T ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL PAYDAY! 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The clause, however, does not apply to Pickering. “(It) does not apply to those lands within the City of Pickering, in the Region- al Municipality of Durham, bounded by the CPR Bel- leville Line in the south, the Yo rk-Durham Townline to the west, and West Duffins Creek to the east,” it states. Those are the boundaries of the agricultural preserve. “As far as I’m concerned that is pretty telling and it seems punitive,” Mayor Ryan said. Pickering also differs with the Province on the bound- ary in the Greenwood area. The City had wanted the hamlet removed so it could retain planning control but the Province put part of it in the greenbelt and left the part east of Westney Road out. Yvonne Sweatman, pres- ident of the Greenwood and Area Residents Asso- ciation, wasn’t thrilled with the final boundary, but was happy to see a lot of the hamlet included. “I suppose, if anything, the Province has managed a bit of a compromise,” she said. GARA had been asking for the entire hamlet to be included, as well as a larger area around Greenwood. The boundary has been changed in the east to run along Hwy. 7. “We are certainly pleased that the Province has ex- panded its coverage of the community,” Ms. Sweat- man said. Her own property had previously been excluded but is now in the final map. “As a personal thing that’s good,” she said. “My house is going to stay green.” She and GARA are going to be watching to see what this means for growth in Greenwood. “It certainly is an indica- tion from the Province that they’re allowing the hamlet of Greenwood to grow,” she said. P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com paign; Joe Brown raised $5,560 and had just a few dollars left at the end of the campaign; and Durham District School Board trustee Paul Crawford’s state- ment showed no expenses or contributions be- cause he spent less than $1,000 and so was not required to report it. Serge Gizzo didn’t sub- mit his financial statement. City clerk Bruce Taylor said because of that, Mr. Gizzo is not allowed under the Mu- nicipal Act to run for any municipal office in Ontario in the next elec- tion. Coun. Dicker- son applied for a six-month exten- sion to submit his financial state- ment, which he is entitled to under the Mu- nicipal Act. 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Crystal, an aspiring dancer, was hit by a driver Nov. 3 while she was crossing at a green signalled in- tersection on Townline Road near Bloor Street to catch the morning bus to school. “He hit me, drove to a stop, stuck his head out of his window and looked at me. Then he drove away,” she recalls. Two other motorists stopped to help the teen off the road, collect her scattered belongings and call an ambulance. Crystal remembers being struck so hard she hit the hood ornament, flew up onto the car and landed on the ground face first. The force of the impact even emptied her pockets. She can still see the large four- door grey or dirty white-coloured car, right down to the rust on its chrome back bumper, but doesn’t recall if she ever saw a licence plate. And she remembers, even while in pain, screaming at the 40-some- thing driver to come back and take responsibility for his actions. “I’ve been waiting for that phone call (from police),” Crystal says. “I just want to meet him and know why he didn’t stop.” Her mother, Cindy, wants him to know their family is forever changed by the accident, while his life is able to go on as normal. It doesn’t seem fair somehow, she says. What followed for Crystal was weeks in a cast for a fractured left fibula. Soon after, it was revealed four of her five knee ligaments had been severed in the accident. She must wear a knee brace at all times to hold her leg in place and re- quires extensive surgery to repair the damage. But Mrs. Harrison and her hus- band Paul have had no luck finding a surgeon to perform their daugh- ter’s difficult surgery. Doctors are also hesitant to get involved in what could become a litigation matter if the family is ever given the oppor- tunity to sue the driver. For Crystal, who has wanted to be a dance teacher since she was 5 years old, it’s meant having to come to grips with the possibility she may not be able to achieve all her hopes and dreams. A member of the senior competi- tive team at Spotlight Dance Works in Bowmanville, the teen has been told there is as little as a 5 per cent chance that she’ll ever be able to dance the same again. The Grade 11 student, who at- tends Eastdale’s prestigious school of music, theatre and dance, re- fuses to accept that she may have to wear a knee brace for the rest of her life. “I am going to dance after my surgery,” she adds. “That’s what I’ve worked for. That’s everything I ever did.” Her dream won’t die A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Crystal Harrison’s dream of being a dancer came to a crashing halt when she was injured in a hit-and-run accident last November. The teen is focused on making a comeback. ‘I just want to meet him and know why he didn’t stop’. CRYSTAL HARRISON Pregnant tummies turn into Easter eggs in spring baby celebration PICKERING — Painting preg- nant bellies is just one of the activ- ities planned for Saturday, March 19, when A Growing Experience hosts a spring baby celebration. Pregnant women and their fam- ilies are invited to the store at 1750 Plummer St., Unit 20, Pickering, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., where they will find an interactive program of demonstrations and displays of local products and services geared to the expecting and emerging family. “In the fall we had a day when bellies were painted like pump- kins,” says Sara Bingham, orga- nizer of the event. “Husbands and children paint the bellies,” she said. “We provide everything. The bellies are covered in (petroleum jelly) before paint- ing and we use children’s paint. It’s a fun way to interact.” The Easter egg bellies will be judged with prizes awarded in the Best Egg, Funniest Egg and Fresh- est Egg categories. Pre-registration is required for this event. Call 905- 655-8836. Other activities include music, salsa dancing, infant massage and sign language demonstrations, in- teractive displays, a presentation on child car seat safety and re- freshments. Gift bags for the first 50 moms- to-be valued at more than $100 will be handed out. Admission is free. By Jason O’Halloran Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — Violence against women costs Canada $4.2 billion each year in medical costs and lost wages. But it doesn’t stop there. Walter DeKeseredy, a University of Ontario Institute of Technology professor who has written exten- sively on the subject, says studies done in Canada show that 11 per cent of Canadian women who are in relationships are being physi- cally abused. In a lecture presented by the Metroland Durham Region Media Group at UOIT Tuesday night, Mr. DeKeseredy said that violence against women affects the com- munity as a whole. “We have to wonder: how many students are dropping out of courses, how many people are failing or moving to other commu- nities because they have been or are being traumatized by violence against women?” Mr. DeKeseredy said. The lecture, which took place in the newly built UOIT facility, was open to students, faculty and mem- bers of the public. Among those in attendance were Gary Polonsky, president of UOIT and Durham College, Detective Cathy Bawden, domestic violence co-ordinator of the Durham Regional Police, and Chris Bovie, managing editor of Oshawa-Whitby-Clarington This Week, part of the Metroland Dur- ham Region Media Group. Calling violence against women “o ne of Canada’s most pressing social problems,” Mr. Deserkedy sought to provide a brief “socio- logical understanding” of violence against women. Violence is not just “stitches and bruises,” it is a multi-dimensional problem, he said. The professor said the economy suffers when women can’t go to work or have to be treated in hos- pitals, costing the country billions annually. He said countless chil- dren endure the trauma of abuse they either witness or are subject- ed to themselves. It is impossible to say exactly how many but, he said, “the work (research) that’s being done in Toronto, Alberta, and elsewhere shows that at least 11 per cent of women in marital and co-habiting relationships are physically abused each year.” The new domestic violence co- ordinator of the Durham Regional Police, Cathy Bawden, stressed the importance of education in the community and on the force. “Ed- ucation will lead to better knowl- edge and better service in our de- partment, and we’re learning like everyone else,” Ms. Bawden said. Mr. Bovie said that, depending on the feedback from this presen- tation, he hoped there would be a future for the free lec- tures. “We want- ed to part- ner up (with UOIT) and do a lecture series and pick topics that are im- portant in the commu- nity,” said Mr. Bovie. He said he would be sitting down to review other possible lecture topics for the future. “I thought it would be a good way to introduce people to the university.” Donna McFarlane, the vice- president of communications and marketing at UOIT, was pleased with the turnout for the event. “Part of the reason for this lec- ture was to draw in the community a little bit,” Ms. McFarlane said. “We have to be prepared to talk about everything. That’s what col- lege and university life is all about — to talk about all the issues.” Mr. Dekeseredy, a professor at UOIT, has written numerous re- ferred journal articles and book chapters on abuse against women, crime in public housing and crim- inological theory. He is also the author of: Woman Abuse in Dating Relationships: The role of Male Peer Support, and Crime and the Canadian Justice System, among others. In 2004 he jointly received the Distinguished Scholar Award from the American Society of Criminology’s Division on women and crime. In 1995 he received the Critical Criminologist of the Year Award from the ASC’s Division on Critical Criminology. Violence against women costs everyone in the end Chris Bovie The legendary artist has special ties to Pickering A historic home, distinguished guests, an excellent meal and a night dedicated to Tom Thomson and his Celtic roots. It was quite an evening and a special way to continue the steps toward what will be the most impressive exhibit to date for the Durham West Arts Centre. The Thomsons of Durham: Tom Thomson’s Family Heritage, is coming in April and the recent dinner held at the former family home of the great Canadian artist was a kickoff to fund- raising for the exhibit. You’ll read much more about the exhibit in the News Advertiser’s entertainment section in weeks ahead. A small gathering of special guests enjoyed a dinner where music created an atmosphere and songs, poems and history came to life in the skilled hands of members of the arts centre. It was a perfect way to bring the reality of the mysterious life of Tom Thomson into the spotlight. From DWAC executive director Angie Littlefield, who shared some of her ex- tensive research into his past, to guest of honour Charles Hill, curator of Ca- nadian Art, National Gallery of Canada, there was a lot to learn about Thom- son. Born in that very home in Claremont, a stone house on the 9th Concession, the famed artist’s life was discussed, analyzed and even speculated upon. An unofficial member of the Group of Seven, having close ties to its members before his death, the evening’s organiz- ers recreated his life to a degree with selected performances. Harpist Kim Michele not only looked the part, dressed in a period costume, she also performed exquisitely. Gary Fa ulkner, who donned a traditional kilt, filled the parlour of the Thomson home with Celtic song. An impressive display, to say the least. Along with all of this history, the din- ner prepared by those in Pine Ridge Secondary School’s culinary arts pro- gram was a meal where each course was as delicious as it looked. With the hard work the board of di- rectors and the staff at the centre are putting into making the centre a suc- cess, it’s a wonder everyone in Durham Region hasn’t purchased a member- ship. Again, stay tuned for more details on the Thomson show, but do yourself a favour if you haven’t already: go see the temporary centre. It’s at 72b Old Kingston Rd. in Picker- ing Village. You’ll be amazed at what you see and what the centre will be when it gets its permanent home. David Stell’s column appears every third Sunday. E-mail dstell@durham region.com. A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR GM blazes trail with Beacon Project It’s no secret that the automotive sector drives the economy of Ontario. In Durham, it could be argued it is the economy. That’s why the announcement of the $2.5-billion Beacon Project should be welcomed by citizens in every corner of Durham Region. The General Motors project will create more than 500 jobs in Ontario and establish an Automotive Centre of Excellence at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology in Oshawa. This is a huge boost to the workforce in Durham and the university will be able to create a permanent relationship with the largest employer in the region. This project will link auto suppliers, the university professors, researchers and students to automotive engineers, designers and innovators. This project will put UOIT on the leading edge as it cuts it teeth. It will create a new degree program at the school in automotive engineering, and it can certainly be considered a feather in the cap of Dr. Gary Polonsky, president of UOIT and Durham College. His vision of offering the most innovative programs for students has now added another dimension. In short order, GM and UOIT have made the province’s newest university a leader among its peers. Engineering students, professors and researchers will be attracted to the project. There will be new programs and activities created through this network. The collaboration will see the areas of new ve- hicle, engine technology, fuel-cell research, and development initiatives involving employee skills taken to new levels. While GM is financing the bulk of this initiative, the Prov- ince has jumped in with $235-million to help finance the Beacon Project. This investment is part of the $500-million Automotive Investment Strategy. Premier Dalton McGuinty and the Federal government de- serve credit for allowing industry leaders like GM the oppor- tunity to take advantage of these types of partnerships. While GM motors along with this project it will assist in creating a highly skilled and productive workforce right here in Durham Region. And that’s something everyone in Durham can be proud of at the end of the day. Rights are leading us down a wrong path To the editor: Re: Same-sex marriage. I find it interesting how people debate the issue of mar- riage as being a right. I then ponder how far we can go: everything today is a right, and if you do not think so then you are prejudiced or trying to force your beliefs. I see things differently. I have beliefs now forced on me. I cannot decide whether I can or cannot wear a helmet on a bike. I cannot decide whether I can or cannot wear a seat-belt. These, you may argue, are for my good but they are still forced upon me. When I think of marriage, I think where does that end? When do we stop changing things so we look like we are so accepting? Do two siblings in the future have a right to marry as two consenting adults? Why not if they promise to adopt? What about three women who love the one man and all want to marry him? They are adults and do they have rights now too? If you believe they do not, I ask why and if you are now pushing your beliefs on me. I think we need to see we will never make everyone happy and once we start talking about our rights, then we can open another can of worms. Once we start talking about changing things, we also open up another can of worms. Where does it stop? Let’s not let it begin. 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Dressed warmly, armed with signs and frustrated with their empty pockets, two bus loads of farmers from across Durham Region and beyond departed for Queen’s Park early Wednesday morning with a goal of getting their rural message to those sit- ting in Toronto’s urban towers. Bovine spongiform encepha- lopathy (BSE), subsidies, equal payment, yields and tonnage may mean little to most people in the province, but to every- one on the Durham #2 bus, and the thousands of farmers from across Ontario who converged at the Legislature on March 2, those terms are linked to sur- vival and feeding their families. “The industry, in its present form, is not sustainable. We need the government to get that message and to support the ag- riculture industry the same way farmers are helped in Quebec and the U.S.,” said Jim Byers, a Blackstock cattle and cash crop farmer, as the bus made its way west to Toronto. Citing high input costs and low commodity costs, Mr. Byers, who has farmed on Byers Road for the past 30 years, noted he has seen “some ups and downs over the years, but this is pos- sibly the worst I’ve seen it.” With fuel, insurance and other costs at an all-time high, coinciding with some of the lowest market prices imagin- able, Ontario farmers are taking a huge financial hit. The major- ity of farmers tell horror stories about losing tens of thousands of dollars each year on the crops they grow, knowing they’re pro- viding an essential service for those who live in Ontario and hoping both the provincial and federal governments will soon come to the table with fund- ing help. Most in the agriculture sector are asking governments to subsidize Ontario farmers the way counterparts in Quebec and the United States are, or work to abolish subsidies for everyone. Either way, an equal playing field is what farmers are after. “We need some help and we need it soon,” said Mr. Byers. “If this was any other business that was losing this kind of money, we would be saying, ‘What the hell are we doing’.” While he was noncommittal to the grain and oil seed groups’ demands for an immediate $300 million cash infusion, Ontario Agriculture Minister Steve Pe- ters, who made a brief appear- ance after the formal part of the rally wrapped up, noted his government “has a lot of work to do, but we also need the fed- eral government to come to the table.” He repeated Premier Dal- ton McGuinty’s call for more of the province’s federal taxes to stay in Ontario, stressing “we need to make sure Ontario gets its fair share on all accounts and that includes agriculture.” P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at the Metroland Durham Region Media Group Driving the point home Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Thousands of farmers, including many from Durham, attended the ‘One Voice March’ rally at Queen’s Park on Wednesday to protest issues in the agricultural industry. 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N., Pick. 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. * Delivered to selected households only Jesse Sunday’s carrier o f the week is Jesse. He enjoys biking & hanging out with friends. He will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of MMcDonald’s. Congratulations Jesse for being our Carrier of the Week. Sunday March 6, 2005 News Advertiser *Ajax Market Place Ajax *Bell World Ajax *Design 2 Build Ajax/Pick *Ensurco Ajax *G lendale Marketplace Pick *Little C aesars Ajax *News Advertiser Prospecting Pick *S ears Ajax/Pick *The Bay Ajax/Pick Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between March 16 - March20/04 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 PAGE 9 A/P Be prepared before visiting accountants By Jerome Watt Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — When preparing for tax time, begin with a little or- ganization. Remember that the filing dead- line may be April 30, but prepara- tion is a year-round event. Businesses and individuals should keep track of all their ex- penses and that means keeping the physical receipts as credit card bills don’t count as eligible docu- ments for a write-off. Tax courts have disallowed oth- erwise legitimate business expens- es because of poor or non-exis- tent documentation. Having these expenses properly noted provides proof in the event of a dispute with the Canadian Revenue Agency. And when collecting these re- ceipts, don’t bring to your accoun- tant the dreaded ‘shoe box’ full of receipts. They should be neatly categorized. “I don’t do shoe boxes any- more,” said Rose Griffiths, a cer- tified management accountant in Oshawa, adding most people don’t want to pay the price to have an accountant organize things for them. Susan Lula, owner of Fiducial/ Century Small Business Solutions in Pickering, knows the shoe box pain. “The shoebox is a tricky one,” she said, adding her company sends a checklist of expenses that should be documented, as most accountants do, so clients can or- ganize themselves. Glynn Thomas, a chartered ac- countant with Thomas and Chase in Ajax, suggests organizing re- ceipts by expense category, not by date order. It’s best to lay out these expenses for the accountant on a spreadsheet. “They need to organize them- selves,” Mr. Thomas said. A big part of that organization involves good bookkeeping for businesses. If Carol Ann Walker, executive director at the Business Advisory Centre Durham, had to identify a problem most businesses face, it would be inadequate attention paid to bookkeeping. While entrepreneurs have plenty of business savvy, she often finds their bookkeeping and accounting skills lacking. “Some are astute that way,” she said of the smarts and drive entre- preneurs possess to get a business off the ground. “Highly successful entrepreneurs don’t usually come with the skillset for bookkeeping.” If you can’t do it delegate, Ms. Walker said, adding in many small enterprises a family member often looks after the books. A variety of software can also help keep the books straight. Finally, get the information to your accountant early. “If you come the 29th of April,” Ms. Lula said. “(Accountants) will tell you to take a hike.” Tip tax filing time in your favour DURHAM — Susan Lula, owner of Fiducial/Century Small Business Solutions in Pickering, suggests a few of the key documents for the average person to bring when having your taxes done: • T4 slip (reports wages, salary, and commission income paid to you by your employer. • A T3 (Estate and Trust Income) or T5 slip (keeps track of invested income) • Day-care expenses • Medical receipts * For a detailed checklist, go to the Certified General Accountants website at www.cga-ontario.org. The following are tax tips from the Certified General Accountants of Ontario: Automobile Expenses • Keep a record log to support business mileage. • Salespeople or employees who live and travel in a motor home might be able to deduct expenses of that motor home relative to the proportion used for business • Usually travel between home and an employer’s office is consid- ered personal usage, and not busi- ness. However, should you make a business-related stop between home and office, at the request of the em- ployer, the entire distance travelled could be classified as business rather than personal use. You and your significant other can form a team to reduce the pain at tax time. Here’s some examples: • A spouse earning more than the other, could reduce the family’s combined tax bill by paying the lesser- earning spouse’s expenses, allowing him or her to save money for invest- ment purposes. Income and gains derived from these investments would be taxed at the spouse’s tax rate, which would be presumably lower. • Spouses earning less should keep a clear record of the source of their investment funds, ensuring the investment income is attributed to them. One way this can be ac- complished is by depositing personal income into separate bank accounts rather than a joint account. Funds from this account can be used in the spouse’s name. Some thoughts on RRSPs • As an employee making regular RRSP contributions, it’s more ef- ficient to request that the amount of income tax withheld be included on your paycheque to reflect the savings those contributions bring. It’s a more efficient way to manage money than overpaying tax up front and waiting for a refund the following year. • For every month the foreign content in an RRSP exceeds 30 per cent of its book value, a person is charged one per cent per month in a penalty tax. One way to prevent this from happening is to keep foreign content below 30 per cent. Each case is unique and before writing something off, it’s a good idea to seek the advice of a professional. One last word: Avoid penalties by filing your return on time, even if you are unable to pay the balance. The Business Advisory Centre Durham helps businesses build a little accounting muscle with the following seminars: Bookkeeping for beginners workout, taxation meditation workout, and weigh in your financial statements workout. For more information, call 905-438-4008 or 1-866-632-5151 or go to www.bacd.ca. Tax credits can put more in your pocket By Jerome Watt Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — Dianne DiMichele knows her organization depends on the generosity of others to help meet its goals. “Everything is donations,” said the official at the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Durham Region. “(They) are incredibly important. We have huge support.” Fortunately for Ms. DiMichele and other charities, Canadians are very giving. Facts and figures vary when es- timating Canadians’ donations to charities and non-profit organiza- tion, but clearly, we are a generous nation. In 2000, one survey found do- nors provided $4.94 billion to charities, an 11-per cent increase from a survey conducted in 1997. The same survey found four out of every five Canadians gave an average of $259 to a charity or non- profit organization. Another survey, conducted in 2003 of 161,000 non-profit and vol- unteer organizations, revealed $8 billion was raised from individual Canadians. Figures kept by Statistic Cana- da are lower, said Lisa Hartford, spokesperson for Imagine Cana- da, an organization that supports charities in Canada, because they are based on receipts given to the Canadian Revenue Agency, and not everyone bothers to file these. “What we see is people giving because they have an affinity with the cause,” said Peter Broder direc- tor of regulatory affairs for Imagine Canada. And while it’s important to give to charities because it’s the right thing to do, a personal donation can result in a tax credit. “There is a limit (of) 75 per cent of net income,” said Keith Jack- son, a certified general accountant and certified financial planner in Oshawa. “Very few people would reach that limit.” Corporate donors receive a de- duction from their taxable income and in certain circumstances, make donations to lower their tax- able income. The key to maximizing personal charitable donations is to make them exceed $200, when the high- er tax credit kicks in. Here are some strategies to achieve that, according tot he Cer- tified General Accountants of On- tario: • Spouses and common-law couples may claim donations made by their partner. Consider combining both your donations if they both exceed $200; • It might make sense to carry forward donations under $200 (you may carry donations forward for five years) to get the higher credit; and • Additional savings may result from reduced provincial surtaxes when the higher-income spouse or common-law partner makes the charitable deduction claim. But Mr. Jackson doesn’t think combining these credits adds up to real savings for the average per- son. “It does, in a way, make sense to save up over $200,” he said. “(But) Frankly, for that small amount be- tween (the difference of 20 per cent and the 40 per cent on the amount over $200) it’s not going to make a difference. (People) should give just for the sake of giving.” For small businesses, Mr. Jack- son recommends owners would do just as well to give the donation personally rather than through the business. Waiting for the shoe box to drop Giving to charity offers more than good feelings — it pays Ron Pietroniro/ New Advertiser photo Carol Ann Walker, executive director of the Business Advisory Centre Dur- ham, recommends when it comes to bookkeeping, if you can’t do it yourself, delegate the job. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Dianne DiMichele is the area manager of the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Durham Region. She notes Canada is a very giving nation. A/P PAGE 10 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com PICKERING — Ta ste compli- mentary hors d’oeuvres while catching up on business next week. The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade holds its networking after five event Tuesday, March 8, with host Mihaela Butnaru of Sam and Michou Inc. There is a chance for a 30-sec- ond business promotion. In ad- dition, guests receive a list of con- tacts of all attendees and can take advantage of a shared display table space for marketing materials. Sam and Michou Inc. is at 118- 1895 Clements Rd. in Pickering. The event runs from 5 to 7 p.m. Cost is $15 plus GST for mem- bers or $25 plus GST for future members. Registration can be faxed to 905-686-1057 or e-mailed to info@apboardoftrade.com. For more information call 905-686- 0883. Network your business with others in Ajax and Pickering Kira’s Reading Clinic • one-on-one instruction • research-based teaching • specialist in reading difficulties • Ajax neighbourhood location 416-616-2504 www.hensley.ca Private School Pre-school To Grade 8 Ages 18 months to 14 years • Full Montessori Curriculum • Before & After School Daycare Hours • Optional Hot Lunch • Field Trips • Computer • Music • Phys. Ed • Art • Extra-Curricular Activities “Knowledge with Understanding” 401 Kingston Rd. 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Defencive drivers are people who are only thinking about driving when behind the wheel. They are constantly shifting their eyes and their movement to adjust to the road. This is very important because the more you see the more time you give yourself to react. When a defencive driver is crossing an intersection, even though the light is green, they still proceed with caution. They always drive in the right-hand lane and leave the left lane open for emergency vehicles. Since 1999 Harry Kasravi and Albert Gorel of Maple Leaf Driving School have been welcoming students of all ages to learn the proper methods and techniques of driving. With experienced instructors and a large selection of literature and videos depicting night, winter, highway and defencive driving, students are always prepared for the road. Maple Leaf Driving School is proud to offer its students the best possible teaching atmosphere. They have been awarded many times with “Excellence in a Driving School” by the Ministry of Transportation and are inspected once a year by the Ontario Safety League without a hitch. “Along with teaching people to drive properly, customer service is very important to us,” said Mr. Kasravi. “We want our students to be happy and have an enjoyable experience when they take our course.” Evening courses are available, which lasts for six weeks. As well, they have a “crash course” which is four consecutive days of intense driving training from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come in this March break for an excllusive for day course. “Almost all of our students pass their road test the fi rst time. We don’t take our students on the test unless we feel that they are ready and have the skills of a good driver,” said Mr. Kasravi. For more information and an outstanding driving experience call 905-426-9611. Helping students with making the grade If life were perfect, every child would sail through the school year without any diffi culties. But in the real world some kids do need a little extra help to achieve academic success. One organization helping kids to do this is the Pickering-based Grade Expectations Learning Centre. “Simply put, we specialize in helping students achieve academic success,” says the centre’s director and owner, Rosana Gardner. “However, we do a lot more than that.” Each student is given a comprehensive academic assessment to determine his or her individual needs and abilities. From there, Grade Expectations will develop a program that is tailor-made for your child, addressing his or her needs. The small classroom setting— only three children per session, only two for senior high school math and science—also ensures that the student receives individualized attention from the teacher. “Our teachers are very instructional,” explains Ms. Gardner. “We don’t just give our students sheets of papers with instructions to follow.” The programs, which are taught by qualifi ed teachers only, are comprised of two one- hour sessions per week and will change to accommodate the changing needs of the child. In addition to implementing a child’s program, Grade Expectations also offers homework support during the school year. There also is no minimum time commitment as enrollment is renewed each month. Ms. Gardner points out that it is very important to continue with academic support throughout the summer months. This ensures that concepts are retained and not forgotten. “Continuing to learn in the summer months gives the student(s) the edge when starting their new class year.” Grade Expectations Learning Centre has been helping Ajax-Pickering students achieve academic success since 1995. They offer learning programs for students in Grades 1 to 12. 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(905) 837-6627 (BN Natural Foods) Call today for an Appointment • Detoxify & Cleanse • Hair Analysis • Menu Planning • Live Cell Analysis Get Tested for 220 Foods (no needles used) Plus TAKE BACK YOUR HEALTH TODAY Karen Steward R.N.C.P., C.N.P.Ages 4 to 100 Ask the podiatrist A march break can occur anytime during the year A march break or stress fracture usually occurs after a long march or hike as was seen in arny recrits on long 20 mile runs. The most common bone involved is the second metatarsal (50 per cent of the time) just behind the metatarsal joint where the toe attaches to the foot. Ther third and fourth metatarsals are also equally likely to experience a stress fracture at 25 per cent of the time each. A stress fracture occurs due to excessive, continuous pressure over a long period of time, unlike a regular fracture which is the result of a major trauma or force. The likelihood of a stress fracture occurring depends on the strength of the bone ( density decreases with age) and the force applied. Besides marines or army recruits, a stress fracture of the metatarsal can be seen in long distance runners, aerobic exercisers or women walking any distance in high heeled shoes, which puts a lot of pressure on the forefoot. Over time repetitive stress will cause the bone to become fatigued and cracked. You would imagine that al fractures should show on an x-ray but that is not always so, especially with stress fractures. If an x-ray shows negative (no fracture) but pain, swelling and an increased temperature over the head of the metatarsal persist, take another x-ray 14 days after the initial onset of symptoms. Although a fracture line may still not show, new bone deposition will be noticeable at the injury site. Patients will usually compensate for the pain by walking on the outside of the foot or heel. Fr actures of the metatarsals, unlike other fractures, do not require immobilization, therefore, they do not require a cast. An elastic bandage bound around the foot and ankle is all that is required. However, all activities the at put stress and pressure on the fracture site should cease especially the type of activity that caused the fracture in the fi rst place. Comfortable shoes are most important and ultrasound should be avoided. Given time, the fracture will heal and you will be back doing all your activities - just exercise a little patience. Hope your march break was stress free. If you have a question you would like answered or a topic you would answered, send it to ask the podiatrist, c/o the news advertiser. Ronald J. Klein B.Sc., D.P.M. Podiatrist Foot Specialist Active Therapy Clinic Dr. Karmin Aldina BSc.O.T.DC Chiropractor, 905-831-8115 Dr. J. D’Souza DENTIST 185 Brock St. N. Suite G3, Whitby PICKERINGHWY. #401 HWY. #2 N OSHAWAWHITBY TA UNTON RD. 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Valid only at participating locations. curvesinternational.com 905-509-5578 300 Kingston Rd, Pickering (Gates Plaza at Altona) 905-421-9550 1050 Brock Rd., Pickering (Between 401 and Bayly) Andre Maragh, DD (Denturist) 1792 Liverpool Rd., Pickering 905-420-2652 Pickering Denture Clinic Your Denturist Can Help FREE CONSULTATIONS • Complete & Partial Dentures • Removable Dentures on Implants • Same Day Relines • Repairs while you wait • Evening &Saturday appointments • All Insurance Plans Accepted • Custom mouthguard • No G.S.T. & No P.S.T. When you step into Elite Skin Care and Spa, you can almost feel your stress melt away. Its beautifully decorated and immaculately tranquil atmosphere will put you right at ease. Newly opened and located in the heart of Pickering Village, Elite Skin Care and Spa has everything you could possibly want in a spa. Elite offers full aesthetic services such as anti-oxidant facials, body wraps, including chocolate, moor mud, salt glow and sliming and toning, as well as massage treatments such as Swedish massage, lymphatic draining and aromatherapy massage. Other spa procedures include a specialized manicure treatment called Calgel, which enhances the natural growth and strength of your own nails and spa pedicures that are perfect for diabetics. A very specialized skin care treatment and exclusive only to Elite Skin Care and Spa is the skin restoration procedure called Photo- Microdermabrasion with cool touch laser and ultra-sonic face lifting. This special treatment can be used to treat aging skin showing lines, wrinkles and age spots, hyper pigmentation marks, acne and acne scarring. This is a safe method to rejuvenate skin that has been damaged from the sun, environment or diet. It’s perfect for both men and women who want younger, healthier looking skin. Owner and operator Mary McDermott is an advanced aesthetician and certifi ed aroma therapist and welcomes you to a day of pampering. For a limited time, enjoy 20 per cent off all spa treatments. Come and visit her at 109 Old Kingston Rd. Unit 4 or call to book an appointment 905-683-3770. Revitalization that will give your skin a healthy looking glow Muslim leader hopes to bring cultures, people together By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — Iqbal Ibrahim in- sists he’s not interested in the lime- light. Rather, he’s only interested in bringing people together. Chairman of the Pickering Is- lamic Centre’s fundraising commit- tee, Mr. Ibrahim is a volunteer with a number of political and charity movements and an active contrib- utor to the community. Primar- ily concerned with integrating our country’s many diverse cultures, the philanthropist believes the only way to bring about societal change is to lead by example. “I work for the Pickering Islamic Centre in trying to bring together the Muslim community through faith. However, I also volunteer as a director of the local Ajax-Picker- ing Liberal Party and have recently become involved with a worldwide relief effort, the Canadian Relief Foundation,” said Mr. Ibrahim. “I feel I have excellent communication skills so why not use my abilities to help the greater good? I do what I can to give back (to the community) after all the great gifts and opportu- nities that I have received over the years. My hope is that people will do the same.” Mr. Ibrahim, who arrived in Can- ada in 1999, believes a fully integrat- ed society is the only way for future progression. “Canada is a great example of a working multicultural society,” said Mr. Ibrahim, who lives in Pickering with his wife and four children. “It wasn’t easy adjusting to the climate here. It’s a big temperature change moving from the Far East. “However, I believe that destiny leads us places and God has lead me to this great land. I feel at home (in Canada).” A native of Pakistan, the 56-year- old left the country at the tender age of 24 for the brighter horizons of the American job market. However, despite all the good memories he has from living in Texas, Mr. Ibrahim never felt the camaraderie and in- tegration he has experienced since making his home in Canada. “The racial harmony and unity of the (United States) is far below the multicultural experience of living in Canada,” said Mr. Ibrahim. “Even in return trips to my homeland of Pakistan, I do not feel the level of tolerance that I have discovered in my six years (in Canada).” A comfortable speaker to peo- ple of varying religious affiliations, cultures and ethnicity, Mr. Ibrahim currently is lobbying the commu- nity for financial involvement in the completion of the new 19,500- square-foot Pickering Islamic Cen- tre on Brock Road North. Commu- nity contributions are essential as no government grants are accept- able as a condition of the religion, said Mr. Ibrahim. Learning to work within the confines of his beliefs, the centre has already managed to raise over $1 million. For information about the centre, visit www.pickeringislamiccentre. com. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 PAGE 13 A/P Do you remember an impor- tant and proud event for all Canadians that took place in October 1971? No, it wasn’t Paul Henderson’s winning goal in the Team Cana- da-Soviet hockey series, that was September 1972. It was Pierre El- liot Trudeau introducing his Multi- cultural Act, which emphasized the equality of all cultural and ethnic groups in Canada within the frame- work of a bilingual country. Critics of multiculturalism decry it as a divisive force, but there is no evidence to support this claim. Thirty-three years of multicultural- ism have not led to the collapse of national unity. Canada today is a diverse multicultural, multi-ethnic, multi-religious and multi-linguistic country. Our approach to managing the country’s diversity is working. Canadians value human diversity as a strength in their communities and acknowledge the social, economic and cultural contributions of indi- viduals and groups. This is certainly the case in Dur- ham Region. Since the mid-1980s there have been several organiza- tions that have been proactive in their approach to promoting multi- culturalism and race relations work. They include the Multicultural Council of Oshawa Durham, the Pickering Carib Canadian Cultural Association, the Durham Region Police, the Durham District School Board, and the Durham Catholic District School Board. To their credit, both school boards, individual schools, teachers and students have made a really sig- nificant contribution to promoting multiculturalism in our communi- ties. The underpinnings to their suc- cess can be traced to policy state- ments written in the early 1970s and revised in the mid-1990s, coupled with ongoing programming and leadership activities. As a result, students have devel- oped a culture of understanding that really appreciates multicultur- alism, diversity, human rights, and principles of antiracist education. In Durham, there now exists a growing sense of inter-connected- ness and synergy between the dif- ferent ethno-cultural groups, social service agencies, religious organi- zations, the local press and media, and municipal race relations com- mittees that are active in promoting multiculturalism. Durham’s race relations’ stake- holder organizations have many is- sues to consult on and resolve. They include dealing with racism, acts of religious intolerance, hate, and hate crimes, immigrant settlement fund- ing, gang violence, human rights is- sues, and systemic barriers faced by new immigrant families and for- eign-trained professionals. The celebratory aspects of multi- culturalism will not eradicate these important social issues. What is needed is critical thinking and a planned strategic approach involv- ing all three levels of government, appropriate human resources, and core funding for policy develop- ment, and public education pro- grams. Critical planning and strategic approach needed with multiculturalism Roland Rutland multiculturalism Ibrahim strives for community harmony Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Iqbal Ibrahim is the chairman of the Pickering Islamic Centre’s fundraising committee. He believes Canada exemplifies a diverse society that works. MULTICULTURAL DURHAM infodurhamregion.com 605 Kingston Rd. W. at Church St., Ajax 905-427-0027 Your Bridal Store Gift Registry & Bomboniere FREE PARKING IN REAR Fine China & Crystal Register your wedding with our bridal registry today and receive your FREE GIFT One stop shopping for all kinds of GIFTS & BONBONNIERE. ENGRAVING on CRYSTAL & METAL. Kingston Rd. Hwy 401 Hwy 2 Church St. A/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com Performances preach importance of social harmony By Roland Rutland Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — After performing for thousands in 2004, the Wildfire Dance Theatre is returning to Dur- ham for several shows in March. The internationally known group made three tour stops in Durham last year, performing at 12 schools for more than 6,000 students. They also made four public performanc- es, attracting 500 people. The WDT is a touring group of youths who teach the importance of social harmony through the medium of contemporary dance. They first visited Durham in 2002 and were met with critical acclaim by school principals, teachers, stu- dents, and the race relations co- ordinators at both boards of educa- tion. Included in their repertoire of performances are dances that por- tray racism, domestic violence, drug abuse, gang violence, the ex- tremes of wealth and poverty, war and peace, and the need for equal- ity between women and men. Their signature piece is a multicultural dance presentation. Ally Carson, of Anderson Col- legiate in Whitby, says the group captures much of what students are aiming for. “Wildfire is all about equality, and bringing groups of people together, and dealing with barriers — which is exactly what the school’s Culture of Peace Committee is attempting to achieve,” said the Grade 10 stu- dent. The 2005 Wildfire touring group is made up of dancers ranging in age from 17 to 20, arriving from all over the world — Canada, the U.S., Germany, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Russia, Denmark, Austra- lia and Scotland. They perform as voluntary service, to promote unity in diversity and the need for peace. Their training was at Nancy Camp- bell Collegiate Institute in London, Ontario, a private international school. Wildfire’s visits to Durham have been sponsored by the Baha’i com- munities of Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa and Whitby, in association with the Peace and Community Harmony project. Recently returned from a tour of China and Hong Kong, Wild- fire arrives back in Durham Region schools for performances during the third week of March. The dancers arrive at Ajax High School Tuesday, March 22, fol- lowed by Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School and J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate March 23, and Pine Ridge Secondary School March 24. In addition, two special public performances have been added to the March schedule. The group is first on stage at the Pickering Town Centre Sunday, March 19 at noon in the centre court area of the PTC. The performance is part of a multi- cultural concert, organized in part with the help of the Durham Region Media Group in association with the Pickering Town Centre, and the Baha’i communities of Durham Re- gion, to commemorate March 21, which is the United Nations’ Inter- national Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The concert is free. The second public performance is at J. Clarke Richardson Colle- giate, 1355 Harwood Ave. N., on We dnesday, March 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert is a fundraiser to benefit the Peace and Commu- nity Harmony project, and to help Wildfire raise funds for its April tour in Venezuela. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children and youth. For more information on the Wildfire Dance Theatre, visit www. wildfiredt.com. Wildfire ready to blaze across Durham Region Wildfire ready to blaze across Durham Region News Advertiser file photo The popular Wildfire Dance Theatre, a touring group of youth that teaches the importance of social harmony through dance, performs for students at J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate in Ajax last year. The troop is back for a number of other Durham stops this month. putting our energy to good use www.opg.com We are proud to support Multicultural Durham and its important work encouraging Canadians of all backgrounds to embrace and promote harmony, diversity, and equality. Because eliminating the barriers to mutual understanding is one of the most powerful things we can do. 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The director of the Peace and Community Harmo- ny — Working Towards a Global Society project, Mr. Rutland and the organi- zation aim to develop an integrated community for present and future genera- tions. A component of Dur- ham Region for nearly four years, the Peace and Com- munity Harmony group is comprised of a wide- ranging amalgamation of groups dedicated to racial harmony. “We receive a lot of sup- port from many multicul- tural groups throughout Durham,” said Mr. Rutland. “The Multicultural Coun- cil of Oshawa (MCOD), the Pickering Carib Cana- dian Cultural Association (PCCCA) and the Durham District School Board (DDSB) have all been in- strumental in the imple- mentation and promotion of our program.” Originally intended as a response to the atrocities of the Sept. 11 terrorist at- tacks, the Peace and Com- munity Harmony project describes three goals as its primary focus: • The development of critical thinking, commu- nity capacity and strate- gies that address barriers to establishing peace and community harmony, such as hate crimes, racism and religious intolerance; • Developing a greater community inter-connect- edness; and • Encouraging year- round, sustainable race-re- lations activities through- out Durham that address important social and race- relation issues. In accordance with its missionary address, the group has co-ordinated the Multicultural Arts Con- certs. The first was staged March 5, while the second is March 19 at the Picker- ing Town Centre. Events include varying acts of cul- tural diversity conveyed through the universal lan- guage of song and dance and are to be performed by entertainers from across Durham. Mr. Rutland notes there are certain prerequisites for establishing peace and community harmony, in- cluding promoting diver- sity in its broadest sense. That also requires deal- ing with racism, religious intolerance, domestic violence and equality is- sues in a meaningful and sustainable manner, and the promotion of human rights education. “These are important issues,” said Mr. Rutland. “We cannot ignore the det- rimental impact of racism and prejudice in our soci- ety. They are some of the greatest challenges facing communities today.” The Peace and Com- munity Harmony group has nine projects for the coming year. They include multicultural concerts, school performances, del- egation presentations to municipalities, a diversity speaking tour, the staging of human rights’ forums and concerts, the promo- tion of the upcoming Unity in Diversity week and In- ternational Day for the Elimination of Racial Dis- crimination, and the pro- duction of a play focusing on human rights educa- tion. The Peace and Com- munity Harmony orga- nization welcomes new partners and sponsors. For more information on the project, call Mr. Rutland at 905-426-4676 ext. 226. A/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com Community harmony — working to bring peace to Durham ‘We cannot ignore the detrimental impact of racism and prejudice in our society. 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But, more than that, the Pickering team returned with its best result in a decade at the event, finishing a re- spectable 10th overall. As one of the smaller clubs, with only 37 total competitive swimmers, the Pickering Swim Club acquitted itself well, notes the club’s age group coach and Olympic gold medallist Anne Ottenbrite-Muylaert. “We’re a fairly small club, so to have 21 kids qualify was amazing. And, the performances the kids put in there was phenomenal,” said Ottenbrite-Muylaert on Mon- day night, as she counted pool laps for the club’s annual swimathon at the Pickering Recreation Complex pool. The 10th-place finish, notes Pick- ering head coach Lucie Hewitt- Henderson, was more than the club could have hoped for at the meet. “It was our highest placing in over a decade,” she says. “We beat Ajax, Oshawa, Whitby, Scarborough, Markham — the best in the area.” Ottenbrite-Muylaert attributes the rise in qualifiers to the provin- cials, not to mention the quality of the performances, to creating more opportunities for the swimmers. As well, it doesn’t hurt having two-time Olympian Laura Nicholls in the program to give the younger swimmers a top athlete to emulate. “When Laura joined us, it in- creased the opportunities for the kids to see what’s good,” says Otten- brite-Muylaert. Even more than having a record number of qualifiers and coming top-10 in the team category, Otten- brite-Muylaert was impressed with the top-to-bottom performances of the club’s swimmers, noting each finished with a best time in at least one event. “Everyone took a lot of time off, which was phenomenal,” says Ot- tenbrite-Muylaert, who added all six swimmers who qualified in her age group came top-eight in their various events. Alison Foster was one of those swimmers going above and beyond expectations. In the 12-year-old’s third go-round at the provincials, the Pickering resident returned with six medals, including golds in the 4- x-50-metres and the 4-x-100m free- style relays, along with teammates Victoria Young, Alysha Lynden and Danielle Gomba. Foster recalls that only seven swimmers from the club qualified for the junior provincials last year, with the small numbers not allow- ing for relay teams. “It was nice that we could come together and spend some time after the swimming,” says Foster. In addition to the two relay golds, Foster, was also part of Pickering’s 4- x-50 and 4-x-100 individual medley team that won silver medals. The relay teams also included Young, Lynden and Gomba. Foster also earned silver medals in the 400m free and the 800m free. Adam Gomba, 14, also struck gold in a major way for Pickering, winning three gold medals at junior provincials. He was first in the 200m free, 200m fly and the 400m IM. He was also second in the 800m free and 100m free and third in the 400m free and 1,500m free. In addition to her relay medals, sister Danielle Gomba, 12, garnered gold in the 12-year-old girls’ 100m butterfly and was third in the 200m backstroke and 200m fly. Kaleigh Heard, 13, earned silver medals in the 400m free and 1,500m free, and was third in the 800m free, 50m free and 400m IM. Lynden placed second in the 12- year-old girls’ 400m IM. Michael Foster placed third in the boys’ 11-and-under 50m free. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo The Pickering Swim Club enjoyed great success at the Junior Provincial Short Course Championships in Nepean last weekend. The club qualified an all-time high 21 swimmers to compete, including, in back, from left, Caroline Gomba, Meghan Toswell and Carleen Ginter. In front are Robert Masters, Trevor Pat- erson and Michael Foster. Sports Briefs MARCH 6, 2005 [ Hockey ]] Titles decided in Ajax, Pickering next month DURHAM — Top-level minor hockey will be coming to Ajax and Pickering next month. The Ajax Minor Hockey As- sociation (AMHA), in conjunction with the Pickering Hockey Associa- tion (PHA) and the Ajax/Pickering Raiders, will host three Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) champi- onship tournaments from April 8 to 10. The AMHA will host the juve- nile ‘AA’/’AAA’ and peewee ‘AA’ categories, the Raiders will host the atom ‘AAA’ event in Pickering. Each team will host their respec- tive provincial finals for the OHF that consists of champions from the Ontario Minor Hockey Associa- tion (OMHA), the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL), the North- ern Hockey Association (NOHA) and the Alliance Hockey Associa- tion. More than 250 athletes, along with their family and friends, will travel from as far as the Ontario- Manitoba border to challenge for the 2005 OHF championship. To help with financing, the Active Therapy and Sports Clinic, at 1099 Kingston Rd., has come aboard as a sponsor. They have the right to be the exclusive therapy and sports clinic for the tournament and the AMHA. Anyone in the community interested in helping with sponsor- ship, fundraising, or support, con- tact Bill Neadles at 905-427-2003. [ Tr ack and field ] Dragons on fire at provincial track meet DURHAM — Three runners from Durham claimed gold at the recent Ontario Track and Field As- sociation indoor provincial champi- onships. The Durham Dragons Track and Field Club was among the teams competing at the meet Feb. 19 and 20 at York University. It was a golden day for Julian Patchett, who claimed the bantam boys’ 1,500-metre title in 4:42, and the 800m event with a time of 2:15. Thomas Morrison was first in the midget boys’ 1,500m, recording a time of 4:26. Michael Anderson captured gold in the senior men’s 3,000m with a time of 8:48. The Durham Dragons are coached by Dale Lapham. PICKERING — As most ringette players will tell you, March is the most important month of their sea- son, as it coincides with the begin- ning of the provincials. The Picker- ing belle ‘AA’ team, like many other teams in Ontario, has high hopes going into the tournament. The team travels to Ottawa from March 10 to 13 for provincials, with the winner representing On- tario later this year at the nationals in Winnipeg. Pickering’s opening game is March 10 against Whitby. Pickering head coach Keith Jasper says he’s confident in his team’s chances at the provincials. “We’re playing well right now and I think if they can keep their focus and stay on task they’ll do well,” says Jasper. Jasper notes it’s important for the squad not to be intimidated by the competition and staying ag- gressive will be key to success. In the seven-team belle ‘AA’ division, the top three finishers in the six-game round-robin will move on to the playoff round. With a short tournament and the com- petitiveness of the division, Jasper says getting off to a good start is absolutely crucial. “How you play in that first game is going to set the tone for the tour- nament,” says Jasper. “If we come out on the wrong side, you’ve got an uphill battle because every team is going to be tough to play, there’s no weak team.” Marianne Stover, 16, says Pick- ering has one of the stronger teams in the region and sees the provincials as a great opportunity. “It’s a great experience for every- one to play together (as a team),” says Stover, a defenceman. “I think we’re all great athletes and if we just play together as a team we can be unstoppable.” Forward Shannon Ross, 18, says she’s feeling some nervousness but thinks the team’s depth is a definite asset. “We have an overall good team. It’s not like we have one superstar.” As well as Ross and Stover the team includes Nicki Arnott, Aman- da Good, Jodie Hannen, Elyssa Jasper, Kristin Johnston, Krystan Jones, Krista Keberer, Christine Langford, Samantha Puddister, Sarah Saunders and Courtney Sellers. Pickering ‘AA’ belles look to ring up Ontario ringette crown Panthers crown Lorne Park in tournament final PICKERING — Playing at a higher designation didn’t deter the Pickering Panthers minor midget ‘AE’ rep hockey team from capturing the championship at the Toronto Penguins annual Winter Classic Tournament recently. Competing against other ‘A’-level squads, the hard-working Panthers squad downed Mississauga’s Lorne Park 5-3 in the title match. Brendan Doyle and Travis Hendry, who was named the tournament’s most valuable player, led the offensive charge as Doyle scored twice and added an assist, while Hendry netted a single, to go with three assists. Mark Badcock and Bryan Kirow, who potted the insurance marker, rounded out the scoring. Andrew Brien, Adam Wilkinson, Matt Kavanagh, Matt Frawley and Mark Hoyne chipped in with as- sists. In a clash between two undefeated teams in the semifinals, the Panthers needed a supreme effort by all players to eke out a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Aeros. Hendry sealed the victory with 17 seconds remaining in regulation time. Jason Dwyer, Sean Walker, Mike Degroot and Badcock were the other goal scorers. Doyle added two assists, with singles to Walker, Kavanagh, Badcock and Mark Jovanov. The Panthers opened the tournament by crushing West Hill 8-3. Kylle Purcell, Walker and Michael Scott each scored twice, with singles to Doyle and Kirow. Assists went to Kirow with three, Dwyer with two, Hoyne, Frawley, Kavanagh, Jo- vanov and Doyle. The Panthers suffered their only de- feat to the host Toronto Penguins, 2-0, in a game that was closer than the final score showed. To qualify for the playoff round Pick- ering faced a ‘win-or-go-home’ match against the Vaughan Panthers in Game 3. Pickering prevailed 4-3. Doyle, Degroot, Walker and Michael Scott scored. As- sists went to Hendry with two, Kavanagh, Badcock, Jovanov, Dwyer, Wilkinson and Hoyne. Goalies Daniel Thorpe and Jeff Love tag-teamed in net to preserve the win. The tournament served as a great tune-up for the playoffs as the Panthers await their first opponent, receiving a first-round pass for their finish on top of their division. The sports desk can be reached at 905-683-5110 Ext. 250 NEWS ADVERTISER P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 6, 2005 durhamregion.com Pickering midgets elevate game to capture Toronto title Please recycle your copy of the NEWS A DVERTISER Aerials tumble their way through competition PICKERING — Pickering Aerials Gymnastics Club athletes posted out- standing results while competing in the third Ontario Cup event in Burling- ton recently. In the provincial 1 Women’s divi- sion, Karissa Foote finished second, Kelsey McMaster seventh, Jhonna Col- lins 10th, Haley Gray 17th, and Nico- lette Sabino 19th. In other Aerials’ news, Karissa Foote and Kelsey McMaster, along with eight other club athletes, were selected to Te am Ontario to compete in the Pro- vincial ‘C’ Power Tumbling competi- tion in Nova Scotia in May. Watch for us Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. NEWS ADVERTISER Scoreboard MARCH 6, 2005 PICKERING MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Playoff scores for Feb. 27 GAME 1 Ell-Rod Holdings 55 vs. Accent Building Sciences 50 TOP SCORERS Ell-Rod: Ivor Walker 22, Don Leahy 17, John Esposito 8, Collin Exeter 5. Accent: Tony Oliver 13, Mike Horn 12, Rick Jones 11, Pat Roach 7. GAME 2 Gallantrys Eatery 58 vs. West Hill Men’s Slo Pitch 51 TOP SCORERS Gallantrys: Elman Mclean 28, Ian Grant 14, Frank Gallo 6. West Hill: Conrad Davis 19, Paul Vorvis 16, David Voth 7. GAME 3 Knights Corner Pub and Grill 62 vs. Warwick Publishing 57 TOP SCORERS Knights: Mike Jovanov 17, Karl Hutchinson 16, David Bayliss 12, Steve Leahy 9. Warwick: Sherwin James 28, Rod Fraser 16, Derreck Jaggall 9. GAME 4 Lakar Carpentry 66 vs. Verifeye 58 TOP SCORERS Lakar: Horrace Peterkin 20, Gord Brown 14, Alberto Daros 10, Jim Bowen 10. Verifeye: Bill Linton 106, Bill Warren 15, George Iordanov 13, Randy Filinski 8. GAME 5 Petek Van Kempen 53 vs. Synergy Trade Group 49 TOP SCORERS Van Kempen: Alonzo Starling 18, Tom Rowen 11, Kevin Walker 9. Synergy: Claude Feig 19, Reuben Newman 9, Orin Taylor 9, Jude Calliste 6. 7 / Co Ed Slo Pitch 94’ league is currently accepting new teams and players for the 2005 season. Player registration will be held at the Sports Garden Café, Iroquois Park Complex in Whitby on the following dates: Sun. Apr. 3 from 1:00 am - 4:00 pm Sun. Apr. 17 from 1:00 am - 4:00 pm All players new and returning must register prior to playing ball or being placed on a team. For more information please call Kathy at 905-430-5911 or 905-621-5911 Anyone interested in becoming a carded umpire for Friday nights and would like to attend an information night is to call Kathy at above numbers, Bob 905-697-0439 or Steve 905-571-3392 Email address: coedslopitch1994@yahoo.ca Visit our website at www.coedslopitch1994.homestead.com Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway (at Brock Road), Pickering • 905-686-2309 †WITH THIS COUPON ONLY. 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Please call Bryan -- (905)665-6752 Or email your resume to: recruiting@albionhills.ca Royal Doulton Canada Limited is Canada’s best-known provider of luxury giftware and tableware. With a chain of Company owned retail stores and outlets, we are currently looking for an Assistant Manager for our Pickering Town Centre location. This position provides support to our Manager in all aspects of the day to day operations of the store. Some weekend and evening shifts are expected. The ideal candidate will be sales and service oriented, preferably with experience in a tableware or giftware environment. If you have previous supervisory experience, a strong customer focus and enjoy working in a team environment, send resumes to:Fax: (905) 420-6747 or email: careers@royaldoulton.ca WE'VE got great things in store for you! Are you looking for health and dental benefits & competitive wages? We are now hiring for FULL TIME BAKER STOREFRONT PART TIME Monday - Friday early morning We offer paid training and incentive programs. Apply in person: 1750 BAYLY ST. W., PICKERING Fax (905) 428-2216 938 LIVERPOOL RD., PICKERING (905) 421-9212 "An employer you can count on" Seeking a Kluge Press Operator for a 6-month contract beginning immediately at our Pickering Plant. Responsibilities include setting up and operating a Kluge Hot Foil Stamping Press(es), interacting with other operators and management. Must have good verbal communication skills. If you have Foil Stamping or small press experience, are mechanically inclined, quality conscious, a team player, a self starter, and are flexible to work overtime, apply in confidence to shelly.spence@dhltd.com , or fax 416-696-4311. Shift Hours are Sunday to Thursday from 10PM to 6AM. Apply by March 11, 2005, 5PM. The successful candidate will pass a security clearance. 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To register for our workshops Call Patricia at the Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre (905) 420-4010 1400 Bayly Street, Unit 12 (near the GO station), Pickering Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (To be eligible, must be immigrant, conventional refugee, or Caregiver) WOW F/T $2,500 MONTH/$12.25/HR NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY Local Oshawa Distribution Co. seeks 12 hard working individuals to begin immediately. Job entails labour, delivery and set - up. Overtime available. Must have own vehicle and be able to lift 25 lbs. Call for interview Monday and Tuesday only 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905) 720-0702 HBC Home Outfitters Now hiring for our Pickering location• Associates for Sales • Merchandise Flow • Point of Sale Flexible availability, early morning shifts available as early as 6:00 am days, evenings and weekends. Job Fair to be held at: 1300 Kingston Rd. on March 11th, 2:00 to 7:00 pm. Please come in person or fax your resume to: 905-831-8519 ENGINEERS/ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST SEMINAR Are you: "An Internationally Trained Engineer or Engineering Te chnologist? "Frustrated that you are not getting a job in your field? Come and join our free Engineering Workshop We Can Help! Date:March 9, 2005 Time:1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. To Register Call:(905) 420-4010 Location: 1400 Bayly Street, Unit 12, Pickering Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities California Based co. Now Hiring $16-$22 and hour In all Departments Recent Expansion has created openings in our: Delivery, Labourer and Customer service departments. Full Training provided. Call for an Interview Mon -Tues. 9am-6pm 905-571-5055 MARIA ANTONIO HAIR DESIGN 300 Brock St. N.Whitby, (905)430-8857 Chair rental positions available at the fun & friendly salon. Great opportunity for the new stylists yet a warm, inviting atmosphere for the experienced stylist .To join our team call us and ask for Maria Rocca or Peter Citano,or fax resume to 905-436-8873 or email marcor@sympatico.ca HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIAN Minimum requirements G2, C of Q and ODP. 5 years residential experience, RTU experience an asset. Fax resume to 905-683-0817. Whitevale Golf Club located in Pickering is accepting applications for: •Backshop (ideal for retirees) •Greens Maintenance (full time seasonal and university student positions) •Cooks, Servers, Assistant Bartenders Please fax or email resume to info@whitevalegolfclub.com Fax:905-294-5115 Local Pickering distributing firm requires Part time "PERSON FRIDAY"9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 2 days/week (potential for full time) for diversified office functions. QUALIFICATIONS:• Good command of English & excellent communication skills • Self-starter & work without supervision • Well versed in computerized environment• Familiar with MYOB • Have bookkeeping/accounting experience $12.00 - plus per hour depending upon experience. Please fax a brief resume to: 905-428-7554 APPOINTMENT CO-ORDINA- TORS, full and part time $9.00 per hr., Bilingual $11.00 per hour. Call toll free 1-866-291-4045. COACH NEEDED.Blackstock Fig- ure Skating Club, 2005/2006 sea- son. NCCP Level 1 and First Aid Certificate. Operating programs of Canskate, Starskate and Syn- chronized. Forward resume: kbhoogeveen@sympatica.ca ARAMARK Canada Ltd.,a leader in the food service industry is look- ing for a self-motivated individual to prepare and deliver a new food concept to high schools in the Dur- ham Catholic School Board. You will work approximately 6 hours per day from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Re- muneration consists of an hourly rate and mileage. The successful candidate must have a clean and reliable vehicle and must complete a police background check. Please send resume to: ARAMARK Cana- da, Box #9, Haliburton, Ont. K0M 1S0, Att: Chris Bishop BEDWELL VAN LINES. Full time AZ, DZ drivers and helpers. Rate based on experience. Call (905)686-0002. BUSY SHOP looking for a full-time Experienced Detailer. Drivers li- cense and clean appearance a must. E-mail resume to: ryen-maxwell@rogers.com or fax (905)723-5430 CUSTOMER service oriented peo- ple with own vehicle required for early morning delivery of the To ronto Star newspaper. 7 days/week. Call (905)438-1170 between 10am.-3pm. CUSTOMER SERVICE REP. needed in the Whitby area. $11.00 per hours, 1 - 2 days per week. 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 . Excellent people skills. Fax resume to attention Christine (416) 495-0941 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ORDER Ta k ers. $20/hr avg. Bonuses Available! We Train You!Call ARON at 905-435-0518. ECE and a MONTESSORI Teach- er required for daycare in Picker- ing. Full-time/Part-time. Fax re- sume to 416-439-1823. EXPERIENCED SALES PER- SON - Landscape knowledge required for our busy Landscape Supply Centre. Training will be provided. Benefits available. Interested please fax Louise at 905-655-8092 or email your re- sume to: service@ogslandscape.ca EXPERIENCED SHINGLER min. 5-yrs experience w/clean abstract. Vehicle and valid drivers license an asset. ALSO Driver required w/ knowledge of roofing set-up & tear down and clean abstract. Top wages. Maxwell General Con- tracting, Roofing Division, (905)623-7747 or fax (905)623- 0072 EXPERIENCED SHORT ORDER cook wanted. Apply within: Coun- try Diner, 53A Baldwin St. N. Brooklin FULL TIME ECE needed, Pickering. Fax 905-839-4868. HIRING LINE COOKS and super- visor for Gryphon Pub in Whitby. Please apply in person to 114 Dundas St. E., or call (905) 430- 7320. TELEMARKETING WHITBY part- time/full-time,$9-$11/hour plus bo- nus.Experienced. Call Bet- ty(905) 666-4905 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. LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE Clintar, the lead- er in the landscape industry is seeking:Landscape Construction Foreman/laborers Landscape Maintenance Foreman/laborers. Must have a minimum 2-3 years experience, drivers license is a must. Please submit applications to:Gavin Watson (905) 723.2552 gwatson@clintar.com LEGAL SECRETARY part time for congenial Northumberland Law of- fice. Salary commensurate with experience in litigation, estates, corporate, real estate. Please re- ply with references to Box #164 C/O Northumberland News, 884 Division St., Unit 212, Cobourg, On K9A 5V6 LOOKING FOR MATURE,re- sponsible energetic individual with time management skills for full- time warehouse position. Light lift- ing, 3 yrs plus experience manda- tory. Fax resume 905-619-2662. MANAGER TRAINEE Durham Residence and Conference Centre is looking for recent College or University graduates that are inter- est in hospitality industry and able to adapt to a student environment. Hotel experience is preferred but not required. Computer skills (Word and Excel) Full time, vary- ing shifts. Must be bondable. Com- prehensive benefit and RRSP plan available after three months. Re- sumes will be accepted until March 16th. No phone calls please. Fax resumes to attention Chris Haze (905)721-3102 email chaze@campuslivingcentres.com MANDARIN RESTAURANT re- quires Buffet Attendant, Busper- son, Dishwasher & Cleaner. Expe- rience not necessary. Apply in per- son with photo ID from 2pm-5pm at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/East of Brock Rd.) O WNERSHIP/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. Well-estab- lished company (one-Oshawa, one-Bowmanville) available now. Must enjoy working outdoors. Sales exp. an asset. Men/wom- en/students will succeed. Training provided. Fax:905-263-2700. POOL CONSTRUCTION and maintenance people required. Ex- perience and 'G' License an asset. Please fax resume to 905-579- 0598 or drop off at 22 Ritson Road North, Oshawa Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/her Avg. We T rain You! Call Tom (905) 435-0280 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. SUPERINTENDENT REQUIRED Oshawa Residential Complex. Must have professional exp. in maintenance & suite renovations. Excellent salary, benefits & aprt. incl. Please fax resume to: 416-485-7859 EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST re- quired full and part time for the Hair Care Centre in the Whitby Mall. No Sundays. $10/hr. Call Nick or Derek 905-723-0211. P/T ESTHETICIAN wanted for Theresa's Touch Day Spa. 924 Brock St., N., Whitby. Please call (905)430-6060 AC, Refrigeration and Heating company requires 3yr. apprentice or better. Gas2 licence. Fax re- sume: 905-427-7492. BACKUP/UTILITY CARPENTER wanted for Whitby Builder. Experi- enced & Dependable. F/T Salaried Position. OWN TOOLS A MUST. Call Kathy 905-444-9667. FAST GROWING Oshawa based company looking for either a post graduate or 2nd year tool & die/machinist apprentice to run and program Wire EDM machines. Please email resume to: mach- shop@bellnet.ca LICENSED TOOL Maker/Preci- sion Machinist. Required for pro- gressive machine shop which has a wide diversity of work. Fully con- versant with all manual machines. CNC experience an asset but not required. Competitive rates and benefits. Clean work environment. Fax resume to 905-697-8826. SEWER & WATER MAIN CONTRACTOR Requires• Tr i-Axle Truck Drivers• Heavy equipment Operators• Pipe Layer/Labourer Must have exp. in municipal road construction works. Call (905) 859-8800 or email: espositobros@aol.com BUSY LAW OFFICE requires real estate assistant with 3 - 5 years experience for temporary mater- nity leave. Applicant must be pro- ficient in Conveyancer, Teraview and PC Law. Knowledge of pri- vate mortgages an asset. Please send resume via mail to McGib- bon, Bastedo, Armstrong, 32 Sim- coe St. S., P.O. Box 2396, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7V6, via fax to 905-432-2348 or via email to mbaa.legal@on.aibn.com. CLERICAL POSITION $13. per hr. Min. 3 years exp. Must have Word, Excel, Quickbooks. Three days per week in the Ajax area. Please fax resume to Christine at Staff Plus (416) 495-0941. OFFICE PERSON required. Must be organized, with knowledge of Simply Accounting. Call 905-686- 2445 after 4pm Ext 305. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 06, 2005, PAGE 23 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Durham Association for Family Respite Services Is seeking FULL TIME NURSE COORDINATOR To support staff scheduling in the Pediatric Nursing Program. This family centered program provides support in home and school settings throughout Durham Region. As a member of Durham Family Respite's nursing team you will take the lead role in the management and preparation of the nurs- ing scheduling. Your are highly organized and have strong computer skills and knowledge. Your strong communication skills and team work enable you to provide excellent support to families and staff. You will participate in the on call rotation and the daily management of our health care data base. Preferred candidates will possess scheduling experience and will be a member of the College of Nurses of Ontario. Also seeking RN's and RPN's To w ork in our shift program. We offer competitive salary, flexible scheduling, 24 hour managerial support and paid orientation. Interested candidates are asked to please forward a resume by fax to (905) 427-1843 or by e-mail to info@dafrs.com by March llth, 2005 Sales Associate One-Year Contract We have an exciting opportunity for a high energy individual with a university degree to promote our textbooks and educational technologies and services to colleges and universities.This contract position is a combination of inside sales and sales support and is based in our head office in Whitby. You may be required to attend sales conferences. The successful candidate can look forward to a competitive compensation package including salary, incentive bonus and a comprehensive flexible benefits plan. We are looking for a goal-oriented, self-starter with an eye for detail, excellent time management and communication skills, and strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and Internet). Please email your resume to career@mcgrawhill.ca or send by fax to (905) 430-5020 to Human Resources, McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited, 300 Water Street, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9B6 by March 15, 2005. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. NEW VEHICLE SALESPERSONS Large GM dealership requires 2 Sales Consultants To the successful candidates, we provide: • excellent location • huge inventory new/used• outstanding compensation plan• company benefits • company demonstrator • ongoing training Experience helpful but not necessary You must bring: • desire to succeed • high energy • positive attitude Please forward resume or contact: Mr. Carey May • Phone: 905-683-9333 • Fax: 905-683-9378 • Email: cmay@sheridanchev.com Warn ing! Only for investors who are serious about residential real estate. Free Special Report shows you how to make it happen without the landlording headaches. www.ManningRealEstateInvestments.com 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 Fal b y C r 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 ww.a j ax a p a rtme nts .c om 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. DATA ENTRY OPERATOR,2+ days per week, bright, accurate & organized. West Pickering office. Phone (905)509-3511, or email garth@publicationpartners.com JUNIOR OFFICE ASSISTANT re- quired for Pickering manufacturing company must be proficient in English, reception experience and basic bookkeeping skills. Must be available immediately. 40 hour week. Fax resume 905-831-9350. Advertising Sales Professionals Initial appointments, leads and training provided. Short term pro- ject. The Buyer's Guide for union members. Straight commission $4000-$5000/month. Be honest and creative with high standards of income and production. Experi- enced only. E-mail resume to: mediamax@sympatico.ca SALES REP 2 days a week, 2 years exp., salary+commission plus expenses paid, know Durham region. Please fax resume to Christine at Staff Plus 416-495- 0941 SALES REPRESENTATIVE want- ed for Scarborough/Eastern GTA area. Previous home improvement retail or building materials experi- ence required. Reliable vehicle re- quired. Fax resume 416-724-6818 SALES REPS.are required for a window mfr. in their Oshawa showroom. Training & leads are provided. A car is a must. Ex- cellent earning potential. Fax re- sume to: 905-434-2334 or email: eurotechwindowseast@yahoo.ca SCARBOROUGH Swimming Pool & Hot Tub Company is seeking en- thusiastic Entry Level Sales Rep. Fax all resumes to: 905-686-3146. DENTAL ASSISTANT or RECEPTIONIST required for Markham dental office (near hospital). Experience with ABEL an asset. Assistant must be HARP certified. Please email resume to: kadental@sympatico.ca or fax: 905-294-9114. DENTAL ASSISTANT required for Pickering office, 30hrs per week.. Call (905)420-6226 FAMILY ORIENTED Dental office looking for part-time PDA evenings and occasional Saturday's. Please fax resume to 905-697-9333 NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for Dur- ham Region: RPN’s, PSW’s & residential experienced house- keepers for private and floor duty. Please fax resume to: 905.666.0038 or email to tina@tnehealthpros.com. REGISTERED MASSAGE THER- APIST.Established clinic in Whit- by requires RMT. Caseload to in- clude orthopaedic outpatients, MVA's and occupation related in- juries. flexible hours.Qualifica- tions: Reg. CDN. College of Mas- sage & Hydrotherapy. Have valid Liability insurance. Strong commu- nication & organizational skills .Please send resume to: Accident Injury Management Clinic, 420 Green Street Whitby, Ontario, L1N 8R1. BARTENDERS & Servers with ex- perience required. Drop off appli- cations on Saturday March 5th from 10-2pm. Lion and Dragon, 1163 Kingston Rd. Pickering (be- side Licks). RAVEN & FIRKIN -hiring all posi- tions. Experienced, mature, hard- working individuals who excel in a team environment. Please apply: 67 Kingston Rd. E. Ajax. THE FITZ PUB is looking for part- time Bartenders & Servers. Please drop of resume Mondays or Tues- days at: 619 Kingston Rd. West Pickering. 68 SOUTH GARDEN COURT, Canterbury Common, Port Perry. Adult living community. Detached brick, 1 storey, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, MF laundry, 1.5 space gar- age, F.A.Gas, gas FP, central air. $339,000.00 (905)985-0122. AJAX.2 storey brick home. 3 bedrooms, pergo flooring, ceramic tiles, 2.5 baths, walk-out basement, C/A, Hilltop view. $249,888. (905)427-0326. LOVELY OLD WHITBY Home for Sale- Fabulous renovated home, hardwood floors, professionally decorated. 3-Bedrooms, 2-bath- rooms, finished basement, amaz- ing lot backing onto park. $282,000.00 Call 905-665-4763 for an appointment. Open House- Sunday,March 6 2-4pm. 713 Athol Street Whitby. OSHAWA -Private Sale -Imme- diate possession. Completely ren- ovated 2 1/2 storey brick home, double garage, 60 ft. lot. Freshly painted throughout. New broad- loom. 4 bedrooms, dining room, living room, eat-in kitchen, 2nd kitchen, with in-law potential. Ask- ing $238,900. Telephone (905)243-0538. OPEN HOUSE - Saturday and Sunday, March 12th & 13th, 1 - 4pm, 115 Carnwith Drive East, Brooklin. 10++ Immaculate Tribute built 'Fernway' model in sought after Brooklin community, just 10 mins from 407 & 401. Over 3,000 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths. Huge south facing windows, 9 ft. ceilings, gourmet kitchen, wood and ceramic floors, large 50 ft. lot, over $50,000 in upgrades. You won't be disappointed. Priced to sell @ $449,000. Call 905-655- 8362 for full listing details. 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 Condo Sale -Pickering. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2 Balconies, 1 underground Parking. 3 appli- ances. A/C. Close to Go. $159,000. Call (905)626-0323. 4-ACRE lot for sale. Drive way, hydro, and drilled well in. Half treed. Running stream through centre of property. $129,000. 40min N/E of Oshawa. 3min from 4 lane Hwy. (705)277-3381 WANTED TO LEASE,2+ acres of secluded clear land, near Oshawa, (fully insured) for Speedball Court, will pay up to $1500/month. ALSO WANTED: 25+ acres of se- cluded woodland for paintball field. Henry (905)728-3985 INDUSTRIAL SPACE for rent in Oshawa, approx. 10,000sq.ft. ideal for storage. Please call 905-668-6165, leave message. FOR LEASE - Retail Oshawa, 1100 sq. ft. plus basement, busy corner with lots of parking. $1550/mo. including taxes & main- tenance. 905-666-4670. OFFICE space, various sizes, in the heart of downtown Ajax. Parking available. All inclusive. To inquire call 905-619-9500 or 416-302-4466. MEDICAL OFFICE SPACE available in Whitby. Suitable for chiropractor or similar profession. Some referrals available. Shared expenses and reasonable terms. Please call 905-404-8441. office, Whitby, Brock and Dunlop; 2000 sq. ft. ground floor and base- ment, parking, April lst. $2,400 plus gst inclusive. (905) 432-4168 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. WHITBY 625 SQ.FT.3 offices plus clerical. $1042 includes utilities. Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group Status, (905)259-2020 cell, (905)436-0990 office. FLEXIBLE HOME DATA ENTRY $427PT - $820+FT Guaranteed Weekly. No experience neces- sary, Train on PC and start imme- diately. 1-800-431-0403. GIC-ALTERNATIVE - receive monthly income from pool of Onta- rio Mortgages: current yield 10.65%, call 1-877-666-3936. 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. M4Y 1Z4 WINDOWS AND DOORS. Leading manufacturer in the replacement window, door and siding industry is offering an exclusive branch owner opportunity in Durham. High income potential. Experience required. Join a winning team with over 30 established locations. Call 1-888-738-0738 ext 228. $$$MORTGAGE FINANCING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAG- ES $$$ www.mortgagebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800-915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To c onsolidate your debts. 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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) - UNITS AVAILABLE - various locations Oshawa, $800, 2-bdrm & $660 1-bdrm. Rents all inclusive, separate entrance, laundry. Avail- able immediately. Must see! Call (416)892-8864 1 & 2-BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge, stove, hardwood, carpet, fresh paint. Shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable. Immediate possession. (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1 ASAP LARGE ONE-BDRM, Oshawa, immediately, quiet street Cubert/Mill area. Open-concept, good storage. f/s/w/d, parking, fresh paint. First/last/ref. $625/mo. (905)571-5814 1 OSHAWA NORTH,2-bedrooms, new carpeting, fresh paint. 6-sto- rey quiet building, balcony, appli- ances, parking. Utilities included. $870. Available April. 905-436- 9785. 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 available in the Oshawa, Sim- coe/Olive area. $750. Utilities in- cluded. Available immediately. Call (416)729-3001. 2-BEDROOM APTS.- Available Immediately, $725/$795+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, refer- ences. Sam 416-895-8144 4-BEDROOM,2 bathroom town- house, North Oshawa, parking, 4 appliances, schools close. $1300 utilities included. Warren (905)725- 8400.Won't last long! 54 RITSON RD.Safe and secure newly renovated home with up to 4 different suites. All have A/C, separate entrance/exit. Large 4 car driveway, laundry on-site. Available April 1st. (416)781- 6565. AJAX -New 1 bedroom walkout basement apartment. Backing on Conservation. Big windows. New laminate flooring. No smoke/pets. $825 inclusive. First/last. Please call 905-442-7944. AJAX CHURCH/HWY.2bdrms $950 includes utilities, Available March. in clean quiet bldg. 905- 426-1161 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,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,- bright 2 bedroom legal basement apt. Parking, fridge, stove, 4pc. bath, shared laun- dry,c/air, available April lst. (905)683-9213 AJAX,1-bedroom basement apartment, newly renovated. Avail- able immediately. Separate en- trance. $800, includes laundry, cable, parking. Close to amen- ities. First/last. 416-678-0202. AJAX,bright, 2 bedroom base- ment, newly renovated, parking, fridge/stove, 4pc bath. Available immediately. $900/month. 905-619-9500 or 416-302-4466. AJAX- 1-bedroom basement, new, spacious, separate entrance, cable, hardwood, one car parking, $800/inclusive first/last, No smok- ing/pets. April lst. (905) 428-1255 AJAX/Pickering Village- 2-bdrm, large eat-in kitchen, open concept, new, clean. Utilities, 2-parking, cable. No pets/smoking. $950/mo First/last/references. April 1st. (905)426-4773 ALEXANDRA PARK,Oshawa. 1 & 2 bedroom newer apt., "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchen/bath, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park- view. Near Hospital. (905)579- 9439. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 AVAILABLE NOW! Ajax - large 2 bedroom, eat in kitchen living/din- ing. Ground floor, separate en- trance. In a clean 12 plex newly renovated. From $850. (905)922- 0252 or (905) 686-0470. BACHELOR,apartment, 576 Mary St. E., Whitby. Small quiet, cozy building. Close to downtown. 905- 665-7509. BEAUTIFUL two bedroom apt. in exceptionally clean quiet Oshawa area, with balcony and under- ground parking, $875 monthly, all inclusive. First/last, references, no dogs, 905-721-0831. BLOOR ST. EAST Oshawa (Conveniently located near No Frills)- 1 bed. $645/inclusive and 2 bedrooms $745+hydro ($50/mo) avail. April 1st. First/last/1-park- ing. Immaculate, nice, well-main- tained, bright/clean. Laundry, small building. Bus-stop at door. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BOWMANVILLE.2 bedroom main floor apartment. Large living- room, appliances, parking. $875. (905)728-5570 CLEAN 1-BDRM $720/month, newly decorated. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE,2- bedroom lower lev- el $850, 2- bedroom upper level $1050 Both apts all inclusive, new carpet & appliances, first & last, (905)665-1905 COURTICE- Large, bright 2 and 3 bdrm, apartments. Townline/Bloor area. Near amenities/schools/park. $900/$1200, appliances/utilities in- cluded. First/last. Available April 1st. 905-404-8548, cell 905-431- 5958. DUNDAS/COCHRANE - Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedroom apt. available. Close to school/shop- ping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-666-1525. EASTVIEW PARK, large 2+1 basement apt., fridge, stove, hook- up for washer/ dryer. Separate driveway, $825 plus hydro, (gas heat). Available May 1st (905)434- 5247. Harwood & Bayly FREE MONTH RENT 1 & 2 bdrms from $865 Renovated Units Call 310-7000 LARGE ONE BEDROOM base- ment, downtown Whitby, separate entrance, 1 parking, no pets/smok- ing, utilities and cable included. April lst. $600. (905) 430-8925 MARCH 1ST - ONE & TWO BED- ROOM apts for rent. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Please call (905)579-2387 after 5 p.m. MODERN bachelor apartment in 4-plex, own entrance, coin laundry, available April 1st. $575 first/last, no pets. (905)576-8675 NORTH AJAX,nice walkout base- ment apt., separate entrance, parking, suitable for 1 person. No pets/smoking. $750/month. Call (905)426-1703 NORTH Oshawa - 2 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. (905)576- 3830. OSHAWA - HARMONY & KING, bachelor apartment includes util- ities and cable, walk in closet, ja- cuzzi tub, laundry facilities, steps to bus, shopping, Suit single per- son, no smoking/pets no parking. $500 lst/last, May lst. (905) 623- 2311. 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 KING/SIMCOE 1-bdrm apt above store, parking available, clean, high ceilings, quiet, cozy, Available Immediately. 416-229- 0224 before 9pm. OSHAWA large 2 bedroom apart- ment, eat in kitchen, parking, laun- dry, in a clean low rise bldg. from $650. (905) 922-0252 or (905) 686-0470. OSHAWA LARGE CLEAN 2-bed- room apartment. newly renovated in very quiet adult lifestyle building near all amenities $750 first/last Avail. March 15th/April. 1st. Local 289-314-3651. 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, spacious, bright, Hospital area, ample park- ing, bus, available immediately, $750/mo All inclusive, first/last/ref- erences, no pets, 905-432-2989 OSHAWA,1-bedroom basement apt., quiet, clean, spacious, in- cludes parking, laundry, utilities. No smoking/pets, suitable for 1. Avail. April 1st, $675. (905)725- 7833 OSHAWA,2-bedroom basement apt., For April 1st., Bright & clean, fridge & stove, laundry & private entrance. Quiet neighbourhood, close to 401. No pets or smoking, mature person preferred. $700 first & last. 905-436-7858. 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, 2-BEDROOM near OC (Adelaide/Park), freshly painted, well managed, parking, quiet building, appliances included. $799/month-inclusive. Laundry. Immediately. 905-576-3654 OSHAWA,upper semi detached, garage, newly renovated, laundry, new appliances, fenced yard, shows immaculate, $980. utilities included. contact, (705)324-9052 PARK RD/401,clean, freshly painted 2-bedroom, hardwood, parking, laundry facilities, available immediately. $800 plus lights. (905)571-0770 PICKERING BROCK/DEL- BROOK,large bright, newly built walkout basement, separate en- trance,e one parking, large kitch- en, storage, utilities incl. Very nice backyard. No pets/smoking. Avail- able immediately. $750. Contact Salman (416)560-8153. PICKERING - 2-bdrm., Finch/Liv- erpool, large, clean, bsmt. apt., available immediately. $875/month. Separate entrance, parking, laundry, utilities, A/C, no pets/smoking. 905-837-2988. PICKERING -Brock/Hwy#2, 1 bedroom. basement. apt with living room, kitchen and bath. Separate entrance, no smoking/pets, close to all amenities (GO/401), $700/all inclusive. Suitable for working couple/person. Available immedi- ately. 905-686-0836, 416-587- 8497. PICKERING - Whites/401, profes- sionally finished spacious 1-bed. basement apt. Parking, sep. en- trance, utilities included. Suits working person. Available immedi- ately. References/first/last. $750/mo. No pets/smoking. 905-421-9090, 416-712-8723 PICKERING -New 2 bedroom basement apartment. Available anytime. Clean, Separate en- trance. Close to all amenities. Must be seen! Call 416-899-0394. PICKERING FAIRPORT/DUN- BARTON,stunning, 1-bedroom ground flr apt., separate entry, laundry, parking, a/c, central vac, 4pc bath, hardwood floors, no smoking/pets. Prefer single per- son. $800/month, available imme- diately. 905-420-4451, Mark PICKERING VILLAGE,basement apt for rent, quiet home, parking, laundry. $850/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. (905)427-1041 or (416)574- 3733 PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM PLUS den, spotlessly clean, dry base- ment apt., in adult family home. Separate entrance, all utilities in- cluding cable, laundry. No smok- ers. Single professional preferred. $799/month, available May 1st. (905)831-6289 PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, private entrance, large kitchen, living area, laundry, parking. Near all amenities. $750/inclusive. Available immedi- ately. (416)724-0615 PICKERING,Bayly/Westshore, 2- bedroom, basement apartment. Near GO-station. C/A, carpeting, separate entrance, parking, laun- dry. Immediate. $800/inclusive. no smoking. First/last 416-238- 6388 PICKERING,Bright, spacious, newly finished, 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Laundry, large backyard. Parking. Non-smoker. Walk to GO. Available immediate- ly. $975/mo incl. Call 905 839- 2617. PICKERING,large 2-bdrm, Separ- ate entrance. Large yard, a/c, c/v, parking, ceramics, laminate, appli- ances, laundry. $900/mo inclu- sive. No pets/smoking. (905)426- 2077 (leave msg). PICKERING- Whites/401, clean bright 1-bed. basement apt., sep- arate entrance, full kitchen, air, laundry, parking, cable+, utilities included. Non-smoker, first/last, April 1st. $800/mo. (905)837-0227 PORT PERRY - Quiet, well kept 3-bedroom apartment in low-rise, 1250sq.ft, walk to lake Scugog. Adult lifestyle building. No pets. 905-985-6938, 905-430-7816. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Duffe- rin St. Newly renovated spacious, quiet, 2 bedrooms, $895. Utilities incl., coin laundry, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena, shopping. 1-800-693-2778 Regency Manor 2-BEDROOM extra-large in quiet bldg, freshly painted, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value $895 905-668-7758 TYRONE VILLAGE,2-bedroom, spacious apt., immaculate condi- tion, in Century school house. Large bright rooms, high ceilings, parking & laundry facilities. 20 min N.E. of Oshawa. Mature non- smokers only. No dogs. $725 plus hydro. (905)576-3830 for appt. WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDASS, large 3-bedroom basement, separ- ate entrance. A/C, dishwasher, laundry, parking. Near amenities. Great neighbourhood. $1050 plus utilities. Non-smoking. (416)802- 0948 A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 06, 2005 www.durhamregion.com Our Classifieds will get you what you want. Place one today for fast results call 905-683-0707 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm B O W M AN V I LL E ’S BE S T LO C ATI O N I M M E D I AT E O C C U PA N C Y New 1&2 bedroom suites from $975./month 3 Months FREE utilities • 5 Appliances, gas heat, a/c •Juliet balconies •In-suite laundry • Lockers available • FREE access to onsite fitness centre • 25 Minutes from Toronto C A L L K E L LY T O V I E W 9 0 5 -6 9 7 -1 4 3 2 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 ADULT WOODWORKING COURSES www.thecarpenterssquare.com DO IT YOURSELF WOODWORKING SHOP (905) 433-9011 BUILD A “ROUTER TABLE” COURSE STARTS: WED. MAR. 16 6 - 9PM 12 WKS A solidly designed baltic birch table, complete with router plate, dust extraction, adjustable fence & electrics. A real workhorse! INTRO TO WOODWORKING STARTS: THURS. APR. 14 6 - 9PM 8 WKS Build 1 of 2 specially designed projects. INTERMEDIATE WOODWORKING STARTS: FRI. APR. 8 6 - 9PM 10 WKS Build either a “Waterloo County Dry Sink” or “Raised Panel Decon’s Bench” To Register Call ezautoapproval.com 1-888-283-7701 Michael Boyer Pontiac www.ezautoloan.net 1-800-269-1687 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 SIMCOE ST. N.1 - one bedroom, 3 - two bedroom units, Oshawa, air, 5 appliances, Luxury apart- ments, 1 bed $1280. plus parking, 2 bedrooms $l,460. plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available . Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult occu- pied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TRIPLEX - MAIN FLOOR,2 bdrm. apt. Nice, spacious clean, in quiet neighbourhood, 2 parking. near all amenities. Park/401 area, Oshawa. $775+hydro. Available April 1st. 905-438-8886 UXBRIDGE NEW!To wn- house/Apartment rentals. 2 bed- rooms, 4 appliances, aircond., pat- io/garden, parking, storage. 905- 852-4777 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,2-bdrm walk-up with sun porch, available immediately. Near downtown, parking avail. Non smoker only. $925/mo + hydro. (905)666-1531 WHITBY,Brock and Dunlop, 2nd floor, with deck, large 3 bedroom, fridge, stove, parking. April lst. $1075 inclusive. (905) 432-4168. WHITBY,Dryden/Anderson. New- ly finished one-bdrm basement apt. Large eat-in kitchen, sep en- trance, laundry facilities. Near all amenities. $650-inclusive, first/last (905)665-0581, 905-449-2670 WHITBY,large 1 bedroom apart- ment, living room, kitchen, bed- room, laundry, 1-parking. Available April 1st. First/last. 905-655-4623, 905-925-3945. WHITBY,large 2-bedroom newly renovated basement apt., private entrance, 5 appliances, $820+ util- ities. First/last, references. Avail- able April 1st. Call (905)666-3050 WHITBY, large bright newer one bedroom basement, eat in kitchen, fireplace, laundry, parking, nice neighbourhood, $900 per mo. in- clusive. Call (416) 838-1026. WHITBY,Taunton/Brock.. Coun- try setting, 1-bdrm bachelor, fur- nished/unfurnished. Clean, bright, self-contained, main level, park- ing, $635/mo inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Suit quiet single working person. April 1st. 905-655-8765 WHITBY-1 & 2-bedroom suites $760-$840, all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Monday - Friday. (905)666-4589. FURNISHED BASEMENT APT. adjacent to creek. Sep entrance, #1 bus route Oshawa. Suits single person, no dogs. $650-inclusive. (905)721-2476 NORTH OSHAWA - A-1 condition, 2 bedroom 2-storey, finished base- ment. Available now. $875+ hydro. Quiet complex. 905-436-0476. A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM SEMI, Wilson/Ade- laide area. $1200 plus utilities. Available mid April. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. Call (905)623- 7712, evenings. 4-BEDROOM,large livingroom, diningroom, eat-in kitchen, 2-full bathrooms, rec room, computer room, craft room, laundry, garage, appliances, parking, heated, large fenced yard. Oshawa shopping Centre area. (905)728-5570 A THREE bedroom house, excel- lent condition, 5 appliances, cen- tral air, garage, fenced yard, new paint/floors, SE of Brock and #2, walk to Sobey's. $l,500 includes utilities and cable. (905) 428-2015. PICKERING (Brock Rd.) -2 bed- room, large lot. 4 appliances. 1 year lease. $995/mo +. Please call 905-883-9844. 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 BEAUTY! - Stunning, de- tached 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths, 6 appliances, country kitchen w/walkout to deck & fenced gar- den, basement, Family room with fireplace, garage. On Child Safe Court, close to lake. Shows like model. $1449/mo+. 416-873-4909. AJAX, AVAILABLE Immediate- ly/April 1st, 2-bedroom walkout new flooring, new fridge/stove, freshly painted, laundry, parking, $900 inclusive. Detached 3-bed- room $1200. Dennis Morgan 416- 587-0060, (905)831-9500. AJAX, WESTNEY/401,3-bed- room, upperlevel. Livingroom, kitchen, diningroom, 1.5 baths, laundry, single garage, 2-car parking. $1150 plus utilities. First/last. Available immediately. (416)276-1526. 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. BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM Whitby home in Rossland/Garden area available March 15th. Court loca- tion, 2300+sq.ft., walk to schools and park. $1595 per month plus utilities, lease req'd, no pets, refer- ences. Call Ron Small, Broker, Sutton Classic Realty 905-430- 9000 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - 2 bed- room home available immediately. $1100/mo. Phone 905-430-7903. FINALLY A PLACE to call home! Welcome the spring in your fully fenced, landscaped, backyard as brilliant sunshine cascades into every room. Quiet, yet close to schools, shopping, transit. 3-bed- rooms, 2 baths, including large master bedroom with semi ensuite. Gourmet Kitchen, with lots of stor- age. Call Steve (905)686-4891 and come home. GORGEOUS 3 BEDROOM,2 1/2 bath, 5 appliances. Renovated from top to bottom. Gas fireplace. C/A/C. $l,350 plus 60% utilities. Credit check and references re- quired. Available immediately. (416) 319-3655. LAKE SCUGOG,2-bedroom cot- tage with guest cabin, available April 1st. $950/month. Call (905)576-1178 8-5pm, after 7pm (705)786-2774. OSHAWA - renovated 3 bed. main floor of house. Parking, own laun- dry, large backyard. Avail. May 1st. $1200+utilities. Call 416-695- 4667. OSHAWA - RITSON RD.S.Large, bright, clean, open concept 3-bdrm duplex, near Hwy 401. $980/mth, Immediate. Call 416-283-3266, 416-427-1231, 416-291-4441x379 OSHAWA CENTER 3-bedroom avail. Immediately, upper level of large bungalow, private en- trance/parking, A must see, for more info call, 905-448-9210/ 905- 263-4549 OSHAWA large 3-bedroom with finished basement, close to Civic Centre, fenced backyard all appli- ances, near all amenities. No pets/smoking, available immedi- ately. (905)665-4609. OSHAWA, 3 BEDROOM - Upper level of house. Close to all amenities. $1350 + utilities. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. 905-706-6405. OSHAWA, 3+1 BEDROOM bun- galow with finished basement, gas fireplace. 1401 Park Rd. $1200/month+utilities. Appliances included. First/last. References. Available Now. (905)579-6106 RAGLAN;2 bedroom farmhouse. $675/month plus heat/hydro. First/last. Available April 1/05. Call or leave msg. 905-655-7694 OSHAWA,close to OC, 4 bed- room, fenced yard, partially fin- ished basement, no pets, $1150, first & last, plus utilities & $200 wa- ter deposit. Avail immediatley.l (905)430-0249 Pickering Village Ajax 1 bedroom apt., first floor, air conditioning, parking, $700./ first & last, Available April.1. No pets/smoking 905-428-8801 WHITBY, BEAUTIFUL 3-bed- room, 3 bath semi, 1-1/2 years old, garage, no pets, no smokers. Available April 1st. $1450 monthly plus utilities. Please call Aurelia Cosma (905)728-1600. WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDASS.2- bedroom main floor, large renovat- ed kitchen, A/C, dishwasher, laun- dry, parking. Near amenities, great neighbourhood. Non-smok- ing. $1250 plus utilities. (416)802-0948 3 BED TOWNHOUSE – Brand new. Whitby, Brock/Rossland, 2.5 bath Large Rooms, 5 Appliances, CAC Close to amenities & Shop- ping Ideal for family or friends$1300/mo+Utilities Avail- able immediately. First/Last Call: (416)561-4353; (416)356-7543; 3-BEDROOM townhouse, Oshawa, eat-in-kitchen, dishwash- er, finished basement with kitchen & bath, laundry, BBQ, parking, Avail. immediately, first/last, refer- ences, $1050. (416)693-5685 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 CENTRAL Whitby, spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath, end-unit. Finished walk-out basement, 4-appliances, main floor laundry. Newly renovated, very clean. Near schools and shopping. Reference, first/last. $1250/month plus utilities. (905)260-3060 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. 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. PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP,95 Crawforth St., unit 85 Whitby, (905)666-2008 is accepting appli- cations for up coming vacancies starting from $830 plus utilities (no subsidy avail.). ALSO Wheelchair accessible unit avail. April 1. (wheel chair access bed- room/washroom, on main floor, some subsidy available. ) Subject to membership policy approval. Applications available at Commu- nity Centre Unit 85, 10am-4pm.- Mon.-Thurs., (On Friday, Sat. & Sun pick-up points are posted on Community Centre's door be- tween, 10am-7pm). 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. FURNISHED ROOM, quiet home, Pickering, Altonna/Finch, lst/last, bus route, no smoking/pets. Pro- fessional, student female pre- ferred. Laundry, cable, parking. References. $400. Immediately. Sheba (905) 839-6744. LOOKING FOR LARGE unfur- nished room in Christian Home. Private bath a must. Must be on bus line. $550/mo. 905-428-8174. A QUIET WHITBY home, all inclu- sive. Rooms $450-$500/mo. No smoking, suits GM, Hydro contract worker. Huge bsmt apt $800+ 905- 723-5653, 416-827-3334 AJAX or PICKERING clean fur- nished houses to share. Mature male preferred, parking, laundry, internet, telephone, cable-TV, and all utilities included. From $450 No lease, non-smoking houses, no pets, 905-683-0457; cell-905-409- 9495. OSHAWA -Simcoe/Rossland ar- ea, warm, clean, large furnished rooms, share kitchen & bath, suit quiet working gentleman. Near bus,Durham College. $375/mo & up inclusive. 905-728-4845 PICKERING extra-large bedroom w/sep. entrance. newly furnished, cable TV/telephone in room. use of all facilities. (905)426-6611 after 6-pm; 416-788-6611 days. $550/mo. PICKERING,Altona/Hwy 2, rooms, furnished/unfurnished, available immediately. Located in upscale neighbourhood. Includes cable, laundry, internet, near all amenities, TTC and Pickering Tr ansit. $400/month. Female pre- ferred. (647)882-8237 ISLAND VIEW.2 and 3 bedroom housekeeping cottages. Satellite and colour TV. Wollaston Lake. Sandy beach, boat motor rentals. (613)337-5533. RED SETTER RESORT on the Tr ent River near Havelock. 8 mod- ern cottages, full washrooms, heating, air. Seasonal/overnight camping, full hook-ups, store, swimming pool, rec hall. www.redsetterresort.ca or call (705)778-3096 WINTER GETAWAY 2-bedroom cottages on upper Chemong Lake, available weekends, March break, Easter, etc. Comfortable, cozy & clean. Bring your skis, skates & snowmobile. www.birchbendre- sort.on.ca 1-866-638-7886 or 705- 657-8891. REWARD - LOST - 2am. approx., 3rd week of November at Ajax Pickering Hospital, near Emer- gency entrance, public parking lot, brown brief case, containing very important contents and docu- ments. Any info. or if it's in your possession, please call Cris at: 289-314-1632 (cell), leave mes- sage. SINCERE SINGLES "Where Happiness Begins". Successfully matching members since 1992. 1-866-719-9116 www.sinceresin- gles.ca. 1/2 price 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 FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $19.99. wallets from $9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Po ints Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. 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 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 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES Refrigera- tors, $99/up. Super-capacity wash- ers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up. Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts, Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Sales, Installation & Service Of All Makes. Free To Air And Dish- net Set-ups. Quick Installs. 7 Days A Week. (905)999-0362 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. BOWFLEX ULTIMATE XLTU includes low pulley/squat station and leg extension/curl attachment. Cost $3400, brand new condition. $2500 OBO. DINING ROOM suite, Queen Anne style, table w/2 leaves, extends to 96", two arm chairs, four sides, buffet and hutch with mirrors and lights, very good condition, $5000 OBO. Call Mon- Fr i, 9am-5pm, (416)335-5999, Colleen. 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. 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. 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Hot Tub (Spa) Covers - Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours Available. Call 1-866-585- 0056 HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Cen- tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 866-97COVER NEW BEIGE sofa and chair $1200; Oak Diningroom Set - Hutch, Table with 6 chairs $1500; Call 905-430-0902. 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. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, washers $199/up, new and coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appli- ances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Rentals also available. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427- 7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa. 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 ($110), and 1000 Chips ($150). 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. RentBellExpressVu.com.$2.50 per receiver/m installed ! (24 month agreement) Channel pack- ages from $25/m. Only a chequing account or credit card required. 905-723-6400. 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 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. 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 UPRIGHT PIANO,1915 Heintz- man, very good condition, needs tuning $1250. Call (905)278-5565 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 WHITE FRIDGE,stove, dishwash- er package $1600. Nordic Trac Pro, $350, size 10 wedding dress $500. 905-259-2301. NEW VENDORS WANTED Crafts, antiques, manufactured items. Limited space available. "ONE MONTH FREE" Call Karen for details. (905)404-0508. Country Craft Store, Whitby 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. DRY FIREWOOD.Maple, Ash, Beech. Delivery available. Free es- timates on tree removal. 905-655- 1200. ONTARIO MIXED HARDWOOD - seasoned, delivered. Day call: 705-484-2195 or Evening calls 705-484-0512. QUALITY FIREWOOD at low pric- es. Fully seasoned, split hard- wood. Ready to burn. Delivery only (free within Durham region). Call days 905-718-7147, evenings 905- 725-5415 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 ADORABLE LAB/Shepherd X pups $200. Chris after 6 p.m. weekdays - Anytime weekends 905-472-1614. BERNESE puppies home raised, vet checked, lst shots given, $900. (905)683-4038 BERNESE MOUNTAIN dog pup- pies: For information call (905) 666-1036. LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUP- PIES,black/chocolate, CKC regis- tered, Champion blood lines, ex- cellent potential in show/obedi- ence/field + trail. EXCEPTIONAL- LY healthy/intelligent/beautiful/well socialized. 4 generation pedigree included. Dew claws removed, vet checked, first shots, dewormed, paper trained. Grandfather is Ca- nadian Champion 'Rahontsi's Cruise Control' Ready Now!!! $l,200 each. Call Alva (905) 579- 7821 (Oshawa), e-mail matal- va@netzero.com REGISTERED GERMAN SHEP- HERD puppies. World Class Ger- man lines. Vet checked, first shots, tattooed, family raised, guaran- teed. 705-786-0322. WOULD YOU ENJOY your DOG more if he were better trained? TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1985 MONTE CARLO, good condition, $1500. No e-test required. (905)837-0934 1994 Buick Skylark, 70,000 miles fully loaded $2000 obo. Call 905- 213-9454 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. 1996 LUMINA,3.1 v-6, 4 dr., load- ed, safety and e-test, $2,650. 1994 Pontiac Transport, 3.1 v-6, 7 seat- er, safety and e-test, excellent condition, $2,650. Oshawa, (905) 720-0704. 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, 147,200km. Excellent shape, cert. $4,400. Call (905)623-9471 1998 CAVALIER Z24, 2.4L, 5-spd, 245,000km. Certified, E-tested, Must sell. $5500 OBO. 905-435- 8164. 1998 HONDA CIVIC SI, silver, 2-dr, 5-spd., 78,000kms. Sunroof, A/C, CD, power. Certified. Asking $10,500. (416)286-6313 2001 PONTIAC AZTEK.Lady Driven, Non-Smoker, 100,000KM Warranty, Like New, Private Sale, No PST, Tent Package, Hitch, Must See, Huge Deal...$12,995 or B.O.1995 FORD ESCORT GT. Excellent Condition, Black, 5-speed, 204,000KM. $2500 or B.O.Call 905 626-3042 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 UsedCarsOntario.com - visit us on-line to view our large selection of vehicles. Buy or sell anything automotive. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $$$$ A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- 4609 or (416)286-6156. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days (905)686-1899. CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES LEO'S SCRAP CARS Free Pick- up. Cash Paid.(905)426-0357 SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 SCRAP cars, trucks, vans pay cash, free pick up, Adam & Ron 905-424-3508. 1937 FORD TRUCK Reproduction Kit, sells for $15,000, asking Best Offer over $10,000. Call 905-377- 0737 daytime or 905-372-0243 af- ter 5 pm. 1993 FORD EXPLORER,4X4, $3499; 1993 Suzuki Sidekick 4X4, $3499; 1996 Ford F150 $3699; 1998 Windstar $4999; 1995 Monte Carlo $3999; others from $1699; Certified & E-tested. (Kelly & Sons since 1976). 905-683-7301 or 905- 424-9002 or www.kellyandsonsau- to.com RIMS,20" Milano fully chrome im- ported rims. Includes tires 285/50/20. Call (416)854-2969 1988 FORD HANDICAP VAN Passenger side hydraulic wheel- chair lift. Great shape. $6500-certi- fied. ALSO WHEELCHAIR, one- year-old. Paid $3600, asking $1500. (905)623-1045, 905-983- 5092 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 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 DO you need Auto insurance? New drivers, convictions, DUI's, young drivers. For lowest rates call 416-848-9535, 1-800-223-1675. ATTENTION: HOT GIRLZ All city escort has arrived for you. In/out calls 905-550-2172 IMPRESSIONS Support a student by seeing one of our college girls. Several young, slender & barely legal models. 24 hrs. - 7 days Hiring - highest Pay!!! Call Tina or Dave 905-922-2541 www.impressionsagency.com GRAND OPENING Ajax Spa Best in Town BACK WALKING SHIATSU MASSAGE Enter Rear Door 905-231-0092 Looking for the most relaxing massage in Scarborough? 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The Garden Mausoleum being considered will have architectural precast details with solid granite shu tters and trim to enhance the aesthetics of this new interment option at Groveside Cemetery. For reservations or more information, please contact the cemetery office at 905-655-3493 GROVESIDE CEMETERY BROOKLIN GROVESIDE CEMETERY A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 06, 2005 www.durhamregion.com SERVICE & BUSINESS DIRECTORY Service with a smile! For Great Job Opportunities check out our general employment section DIRECT WINDOW Deal Directly and Save Vinyl Replacement Thermal Windows * Side Slider - Double Hung * Bay * Bow * Door * Porch Enclosures All types of Aluminum Work Free Estimates (905)426-6342, cell (416)707-2644 BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, COUNTER TOPS (READY IN 4 DAYS). RECROOMS, PLUMBING, HOME OFFICES Mario (905)619-4663Cell 416-275-0034 CLOWN / MAGICIAN • Live animals • All occasions • All ages Call Jeff (905) 839-7057 RABBIT Wants Work! 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WB RENOVATIONS Interior & Exterior ✹Specialties ✹ Full Finish Bsmts Bathrooms Kitchens ●Additions Painting Complete Drywall & Stucco Free Estimates * Licensed 905-767-3086 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 GUARANTEED PAIN TING "Pay as your are satisfied" Painting, plastering, Stucco ceiling repair/paint one room or whole house 37 years experience for free estimate call Scott c-647-896-2406 h-905-619-2406 P & H Painting Professional, Experienced, Reliable Interior/Exterior **Fully Insured** Call for free estimate (905) 686-7889 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 $45/hr 2 movers + truck 24' trucks available. www.triumphmoving.com 416-802-9849 905-883-4406 Triumph Moving MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, any- where, anytime. Commer- cial or residential . Packag- ing, storage and boxes available. Senior and mid month discounts. Free esti- mates. (905) 571-0755 HOUSE CLEANER Are you looking for an experienced, energetic reliable house cleaner? Best rates guaranteed References available Serving Ajax / Pickering 905-428-8346 cell 416-809-9387 HOUSE CLEANERS AVAILABLE• All floors hand washed• Most days open• References upon• request call Lee-Anne (905)409-6404 Varricchio Tile & Marble Sales & Professional Installs Residential & Commercial Design work/Custom installs References Ask me how I can save you up to 25% on your project (905)244-5910 How to write an ad... lists its best features (colour, model) and other information, Complete your ad with the time you are available to take calls Call today to place your Classified ad 905-683-0707 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm FLOORING TRADE & DECOR We Supply All Your Needs. www.flooringtrade.com For free Estimates call: (905)231-9686 1885 Clements Rd. 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AJAX (North of 401) 401 CHRYSLER CHRYSLER FIVE STAR SERVICE ★★★★★ HWY. #401 VILLAGE CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCK RD.KINGSTON RD.SALEM RD.BAYLY MANDRAKE COSTCO WHITBY LAKERIDGEBi wk y/84 m os. Bi wky/72 m os .Biw ky/72 mos .B iw ky/7 2 mos. CANADA’S BEST RIGHT HERE 2004 DODGE SX2 P URCHASE FINANCING ** FOR 72 MONTHS0%0% CASH BACK $3,500$3,500 OR CHOOSE BRAND NEW 2004 INTREPID SE • 2.7 V6 • Automatic • Air conditioning • Loaded • Full size spare WAS DISCOUNT $25,898 $5,920 RIGHT HERE $19,978$19,978 Stk. #R6306 2004 SAVINGS 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN2005 DODGE CARAVAN AWARDED NHTSA 5 STAR imp act crash test rating Step up from a Caravan lease to a Grand Caravan for only $14$14 more per month $ 0 SECURITY DEPOSIT Purch ase for $21,998*$21,998 Same features as Dodge Caravan plus: • 11.4 inches longer with additional cargo capacity (25.6 cu. ft.) • Anti-lock braking system • city: 12.9L/100 km. (22 mpg) • Hwy: 8.5L/100 km. (33 mpg) OR STEP UP TO A GRAND CARAVAN FEATURING QUAD SEATING PLUS KEYLESS ENTRY FOR AN ADDITIONAL $14$14 more per month $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT OR STEP UP TO A GRAND CARAVAN FEATURING A DVD SYSTEM FOR AN ADDITIONAL $14$14 more per month $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT Purc h ase for $19,998*$19,998 $199$199 Lease for per mo. for 48 mo. with $4,950 down or equivalent trade $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT † OR $1,000 ON VIRTUALLY ALL 2005 DODGE CARAVANS AND GRAND CARAVANS FINANCE CASH** 0%PURCHASE FINANCING FOR 60 MONTHSOR CHOOSE PLUS • 3.3L 180 hp V6 engine • Air conditioning • colour keyed fasias • Speed control • Power windows, locks and mirrors • 7 Passenger seating • AM/FM/CD stereo • Multistage driver & front passenger air bags • Sentry-Key™ Engine Immobilizer • City: 12.2L/100 km. (23 mpg) • Hwy: 8.2L/100 km. (34 mpg) These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer and apply to retail deliveries of most new in-stock 2005 Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan models equipped as described. Priceds and total obligations listed exclude freight ($1,200), licence, insurance, applicable taxes, registration, retailer charges and $50 PPSA. offers are subject to change without notice. Retailer order/ trade may be necessary. Financing and leasing are subject to approval by Chrysler Financial. See us for complete details. * Cash purchase prices apply only to 2005 Dodge Caravan (28C) and grand Caravan (28C) and cannot be combined with purchase financing.†Leases are based on 48 month terms for the following vehicle/annual interest rate/total obligation: Dodge Caravan 28C/0%/$14,502, Grand Caravan 28C/0%/$15,174, Grand Caravan 28C + DVD/0%/$15,846, Grand Caravan 28C + Quad seating, keyless entry/0%/$15,846, Grand Caravan 28C + DVD, Quad seating, keyless entry/0%/$16,518. First month’s payment, freight and $50 PPSA are due at lease inception. Kilometres limited to 81,600, charge of $0.15/km for excess km. )5 purchase financing up to 60 months on new, in-stock 2005 D odge caravan and grand Caravan models (excluding 28J package). Eg.: $30,000 financed @ 0% for 60 months, monthly payment is $500, cost of borrowing is $0 and the total obligation is $30,000. If customer choose 0% financing, they forego additional incentives available to cash purchasers. The effective interest rate factoring in these incentives could be up to 8.6%. **Finance cash offer applies to 2005 Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan (excluding 28J package) purchase financing offers and cannot be used in combination with cash purchases. $1,000 will be deducted from the negotiated price of the financed vehicle after taxes. Taxes are payable on the full negotiated price. †Receive a contest entry number and contes web site address when you purchase the qualifying service. 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