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Police entered grow op before warrant obtained By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — Cops responding to a vicious dog call saw the door to a residence wide open and detected the smell of marijuana wafting out of it, a Superior Court judge heard Wednesday. Durham Regional Police Con- stable Jim Zaphiropoulos testi- fied that he was informed by of- ficers already on scene of the possibility that a marijuana grow operation was inside when he arrived at 650 Highview Rd. in Pickering on the evening of April 20, 2003. “They advised me they detect- ed a strong smell of marijuana in the residence,” Const. Zaphi- ropoulos testified under ques- tioning by federal Crown Sevag Ye ghoyan. “When I arrived, I observed the windows were cov- ered so you couldn’t see in the residence.” Other telltale signs of a grow op, including lights in the base- ment and the sound of exhaust fans operating inside the house, led officers on the scene to con- tact the Drug Enforcement Unit so a search warrant could be ob- tained, the officer testified. But before that happened, offi- cers entered the home, discover- ing more than 560 plants grow- ing and several packages of dried pot. It is that event that is at the heart of a Charter motion filed by defence lawyer Leora Shemesh asking Justice Barry MacDougall to declare the search by police Charter challenge launched in Pickering trial Requesting Province examine building fees By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM — Public school trustees will ask the Province to investigate the costs boards pay for building permits, site plan applications and portable fees, hoping to see them drop. The Durham District School Board, at the March 21 board meeting, voted to prepare a draft letter to be sent to Premier Dalton McGuinty, the ministries of edu- cation and housing, local MPPs and the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA), with copies to Durham munici- palities and every Ontario school board. Board trustees met with most south Durham municipalities to gauge reaction to the idea of low- ering fees, but education director Craig Burch said there has been no response. “They did say they would get back to us; to date there has been no reply,” he said. Whitby Trustee John Dolstra, citing the $1.8 million in building permit fees the board has shelled out the last five years, initially sought to have boards exempted from paying the costs. On Mon- day he amended his motion. “The Durham District School Board, we’re in the business of providing quality education,” he said. “We’re not architects, we’re not engineers and we’re being charged at the highest (institu- tional) rate.” As for municipalities that claim the fees represent “the cost of doing business,” he said the costs THINGS ARE POPPING AT MAPLE RIDGE A.J. Groen / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — William Dunbar Public School students were beaching it recently, as staff and students dressed up in beach wear and took part in a Hula Hoop contest. For Stefanie Myers, left, and Katrina Clarke, the gum blowing contest was the activity of choice. Trustees build case for cost cuts The Pickering 36 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 48,600 ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2005 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 DEJA VU Monarchs win OT thriller again Page 24 HERO’S HELLO Dallaire discusses devil of a book Page 11 2nd Annual EASTER PARADE Saturday March 26 at 11 a.m. Starts Liverpool Rd. and proceeds East on Bayly St. cityofpickering.com 905•839•2990 Give your home a new look for Spring We are Durham’s fl ooring experts! 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We have been to each of the municipalities... and un- fortunately we did not get a lot of positive feedback.” Trustee Croteau said the board receives capital funding from the Province to build schools, “not to subsidize tax bases.” While it is “absolutely fair” for municipalities to cover their costs, “anything above that is a form of taxation.” Whitby Trustee Elizabeth Roy did not support the idea for two reasons. She says “it’s re- dundant” given that most of the provisions of the Province’s Bill 124, the Building Code Statute Law Amendment Act, come into effect on July 1. Among other reforms, the bill seeks to limit municipal building permit fees to what is reasonable to enforce the Building Code. Trustee Roy also said that even if boards were exempted, “the burden of the cost is going to be taken on by the taxpayer.” Oshawa Trustee Susan Shet- ler said Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle would not meet with trustees, but Mr. Burch said that wasn’t the case. Board represen- tatives had been invited to ad- dress council at the end of Sep- tember, he said, but didn’t take them up on the invitation. In addition to Trustee Roy, Ajax Wards 1 and 2 Trustee Mari- lyn Crawford did not support the creation of a letter. ✦ Pickering, From Page 1 DURHAM — Community Care Durham’s COPE mental health program will unveil the myths and realities of depression as part of its upcoming Distinguished Speakers Event. Unmasking Depression will take place April 5 at the Annandale Golf and Country Club starting at 7 p.m. It will feature speakers Dr. David S. Goldbloom, professor of psychiatry at the University of To ronto and senior medical ad- viser at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health; and Karen Liberman, executive director of the Mood Disorders Association of Ontario. Admission is free, how- ever donations will be accepted for the mood disorders associa- tion. The event will explore how com- mon depression is, who gets it, what the symptoms are, what can be done about it and where to go to get help. It will also explore the story of a survivor, who overcame a decade-long battle with clinical depression. “We are privileged to have Dr. Goldbloom and Karen Liberman as our speakers,” said Derrick Keene, COPE manager at Ajax- Pickering. “Not only because of their experiences in treatment and recovery, but also to provide a rare opportunity for the community to receive valuable information from an expert and particularly by some who have survived this type of ill- ness.” For more information, call Com- munity Care Durham Ajax-Picker- ing at 905-837-0017 ext. 229. Pickering trustee strong supporter of changesSpeakers discuss depression’s myths and realities By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Red Alert from the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation. The local foundation, in an event on April Fool’s Day at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex at the CNE grounds in To ronto, is preparing its yearly Viva la Rouge Gala for hospital supporters to aid in purchasing an anaesthetic machine for its maternal newborn services as well as other new vital medical equipment. “This annual gala is one of our main fundraising events of the year and is typically used to fi- nance a key piece of new equip- ment for our hospitals,” said Debbie McGarry, Foundation President and CEO. “The event is usually a sellout affair so public response is always tremendous. We expect roughly 600 guests will attend, including hospital staff, physicians, politicians, local com- munity members and representa- tives from local corporations.” Raising almost $200,000 at last year’s gala, the foundation is hop- ing to expand on that amount for this year’s 15th annual event. It’s a night filled with entertain- ment including aerial perform- ers, live bands, casino tables and a silent auction, as well as an Elvis impersonator. With all that, Ms. McGarry said, the evening prom- ises to be an incredibly fun time, all in support of local hospitals. Of the approximately 175 items that will be up for bids this com- ing April 1, the lone prize par- ticipants can compete for ahead of time is a dining room suite that includes a rectangular table, two upholstered armchairs, six upholstered side chairs, a dark wood buffet and an iron patina chandelier, complete with an in- terior design consultation from Ellie Cholette, a regular on ‘The Decorating Challenge’ televi- sion show. All together it is esti- mated to be worth approximately $31,000. “Because of the scale and value of the dining room suite, we de- cided to give the public an op- portunity to bid on this showcase item,” said Ms. McGarry. “In the past, the silent auction was simply a part of our (gala) and therefore only open to guests. This year, however, we are taking advance bids by phone on this item. It is a stunning package and we know someone in the community will have the perfect dining room for it.” The dining room suite, which has been supplied by Union Lighting and Furnishings, is not the only large scale prize to be available at the gala. The foundation will also be holding its lottery draw at the event with the first-place winner driving home a brand new 2005 Lexus IS300. 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Fire stations are open 24 hours a day and are accepting donations, as are local food banks. Monetary donations are also accepted. For more information, call 905-576-5088. Salvation Army needs Easter goods infodurhamregion.com Just one more way to get your community news illegal. Edmund Young Dun Kim, 30, is charged with several offences re- lated to the grow op police discov- ered. Charges include production of marijuana, possession for the purpose of trafficking and posses- sion of the proceeds of crime. Officers called to the stand by Mr. Ye ghoyan testified that they had grounds for entering the house. They said two dogs that had at- tacked a child and two responding police officers had run through an open front door when a shot was fired at one of them. They testified they were concerned a break-in may have occurred at the house, and that someone may have still be inside with the two large dogs. The door to the residence was wide open when police responded, Const. Zaphiropoulos testified. “The door was open; the dogs were out. It didn’t make sense to me the door would be open in a residential area at 7 o’clock at night,” he said. “My intention was making sure anyone in the house was safe.” Eventually the dogs were cor- nered in an upstairs bedroom and one of them was shot. Of- ficers entered the home to make sure no people were hiding or in- jured inside, once the dogs were contained, Const. Zaphiropoulos said. He said that upon entering the house, he detected a strong smell of fresh marijuana and saw pack- aged dope. “It was obviously a grow house,” Const. Zaphiropoulos said. Also Wednesday, Constable Hermano Derago, one of the first officers to respond, testified that he and his partner had sound rea- sons for securing the property, and conducting a perimeter search that included them looking through windows of the house. He was challenged by Ms. Shem- esh, who said the circumstances confronting police did not warrant their entering the house. “A t the time all you have is an open door and two dogs,” she sug- gested. The officer agreed, but said that all possibilities had to be consid- ered. “The last time I checked, dogs don’t open doors by themselves,” he said. “There’s a possibility someone has broken into this house, wan- dered into this house. “You don’t just walk away.” The trial continues. April 2, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church (Ritson and Rossland in Oshawa) Act fast! This one will sell out soon. IN OSHAWA Durham College Book Store Long and McQuaid Music Store Wa lters Music Centres Wilson and Lee Ltd. Music Store United Way Information Services Kiosk at the Oshawa Centre OT H ER LOCATIONS Cathy’s Gold, Bowmanville Brooklin Village Shoppe, Brooklin Durham School of Music, Ajax The Wee Tartan Shop, Port Perry IN WHITBY Lafontaine Trading Post Marigold Ford-Lincoln Thomas House of Music West Lynde Guardian Drugs Whitby School of Music For tickets call 905-579-6711or available at: Michael Hope www.michaelhope.net The Oshawa-Durham Symphony conducted by Marco Parisotto PRESENTS PROGRAM: Overture: The Phantom Of The Opera Love Changes Everything (ASPECTS OF LOVE) All I Ask Of You (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) Whistle Down The Wind (WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND) Starlight Express (STARLIGHT EXPRESS) Unexpected Song (SONG AND DANCE) Te ll Me On A Sunday (SONG AND DANCE) Evita Medley (orchestra) You Must Love Me (EVITA) The Last Night Of The World (MISS SAIGON) Bring Him Home (LES MISÉRABLES) Macavity The Mystery Cat (CATS) “Piano” (Italian version of “Memory” as sung by Sarah Brightman) INTERMISSION This Is the Night (CLAY AIKEN) Beauty And The Beast (BEAUTY AND THE BEAST) Somewhere Out There (AN AMERICAN TAIL) Too Darn Hot (KISS ME KATE) If This Is What We’re Fighting For (THE BEAUTIFUL GAME) The Prayer (THE QUEST FOR CAMELOT) The Phantom Of The Opera (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) The Music Of The Night (THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) Tickets: Adults/seniors $28; Children under 12 and full time students $12. Parking free! “A rich selection of great songs performed with intelligence and passion… I really enjoyed the show!” - Michael Wall Director of Artistic Operations, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra “This program was a box office success beyond our wildest dreams. We were ecstatic with the results and our audience was ecstatic with the show!” - Lori Crawford Director Of Marketing And Sales, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra “…I don’t think I’ve heard a live performance so beautiful in my entire life.”- Britanny W. Audience Member Last Concert Of The Season! Discover ODSO! Hear what critics say about Michael Hope Andrew Lloyd Webber and Co. 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HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering www.herongate.com (905) 472-3085 Great Food • Great Shows • Great price Not valid with any other offer FREE DINNER THEATRE Buy 3 & Get the 4th FREE CLIP & SAVE Valid Sunday April 3 & Thursday April 7 OPENING APRIL 1st “You Know I Can’t Hear You When The Water’s Running” by Robert Anderson durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 5 P ✦ Officers, From Page 1 Watch for us Wednesday, Friday and Sunday for all your local news. NEWS ADVERTISER Council, chairman’s budgets passed without question Cost to taxpayers $2.2 million By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — It’s costing tax- payers $2.2 million and passed in a blink without any questions. The regional councillor and chairman’s budgets were among the only ones passed with a unanimous, undebated vote at recent budget meetings. They in- clude new offices, increased con- ference allowances and wages. The proposed council bud- get is $1.7 million, up 11.6 per cent. The 28 councillors, who will have their own offices in the new headquarters, will get al- most $26,000 in new equipment. That means $20,000 in comput- ers, $2,400 for chairs, $2,400 for a printer and $1,500 for a televi- sion and mounting stand in the boardroom. Each councillor will now be allowed to spend $7,500 each on conferences a year, up $1,000 from 2004. Other costs: $15,000 for tele- phones and pagers, $64,000 for memberships and dues, $22,000 in car allowances and $8,000 in office supplies. Regional Chairman Roger An- derson’s $486,531 budget is up 16.5 per cent. The biggest por- tion is personnel expenditures and costs ($401,400), including a full-time policy staffer and re- ceptionist and rentals ($19,400). The chairman’s budget also includes a $5,800 allowance for computer/software/hardware upgrades. Officers tell court they had grounds for entering A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com EDITORIAL LETTER TO THE EDITOR Imagine a world with no discrimination I t’s been a tremendous week for Ajax and Pickering, and although not everyone was aware of the important occa- sion, they should be. March 21 was the United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and two mid-week events highlighted how the event is highly regarded in our communities. The Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity hosted the 2005 Race Relations Forum with guest speaker Zanana Akande, president of the Urban Alliance on Race Relations. At that same event students shared winning entries from the writing contest ‘In Your Words’. In Yo ur Words invited students from Grade 2 to 12 across Durham’s two school boards to submit an essay answering the statement, “It is important that I help stop discrimination because...”. The response to the contest was overwhelming with 338 entries received. The contest, which the committee is considering making annual, gives young students of all cultures in the region, a chance to consider the reality of racial discrimination. Aware- ness of the problem at that young impressionable age is an important step towards shaping their opinions to be open- minded to the multicultural community around them: to be tolerant and celebrate the differences we all have. In Ajax, a multicultural performing arts concert at J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate was held to promote community har- mony. A diverse lineup of performers marked the important event, organized by the Peace and Community Harmony — Working Towards a Global Society project. The United Nations’ International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination stems from a sad day in history on March 21, 1960 when the world was shocked by the news of the Sharpville Massacre in South Africa. There, scores of peaceful demonstrators against apartheid were wounded and killed. To commemorate the tragic event, the United Nations declared the annual event to be marked around the world. As the ethnic makeup of Ajax and Pickering changes every year, it becomes increasingly important that we celebrate our diversity. By remembering the past, marking the tragedy in South Africa, we help ensure the possibility of a day in the future when racial discrimination will truly be eliminated. Athletics teach us so much To the editor: Re: ‘Better use for funds than athletes’, letter, March 11. I find myself compelled to respond to this letter. Michael McNamara suggests that the money spent on funding the Canadian Olympic program would be better spent on other efforts such as peacekeeping. Well, my opinion is that peace begins at home. Athletics is a prime way for individuals to learn many of the foundations of peace, co-operation, fairness, integration with people of other races, the pursuit of excellence, the ability to deal with anger, focus, concentration and the ability to lose with dignity and win with graciousness. The Olympic program, while seemingly for the few who are skilled and dedicated enough to make it to the world stage, actually touches the hearts of many children and leads them into athletics. It matters not whether they make it to the world stage; the process of trying is where the lessons are learned. My Olympic dreams ended at the team trials for the boycot- ted 1980 Olympic Games, but I do not regret one minute of the training and competitions that led me to that point. Although now closer to 50 years of age, I still participate in sports and they still continue to enrich my life. Rev. Julia Ford, Pickering NEWS ADVERTISER Metroland Durham Region Media Group Tim Whittaker, Publisher Joanne Burghardt, Editor-in-Chief To ny Doyle, Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher, Director of Advertising Andrea McFater Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak, Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie, Distribution Manager Lillian Hook, Office Manager Cheryl Haines, Composing Manager Janice O’Neil, Composing Manager [ Contact us ]-- News/Sales 905-683-5110; Clas- sifieds 905-683-0707; Distribution 905-683-5117; News Fax 905-683- 0386; General Fax 905-683-7363; E-mail tdoyle@durhamregion.com; Mailing Address; 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 [ About Us ]-- The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Tr ade, Ontario Community News- paper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. 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Fax: 905-683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion. com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. T he Ontario government again finds itself in a quandary with teachers. Elementary and secondary union locals across the province are working- to-rule or about to, citing the slow pace of negotiations with school boards. Rhonda Kimberley-Young, recently re- elected president of the Ontario Second- ary School Teachers’ Federation, blamed the Province saying “boards have been very slow to bargain because they do not know what funding is available to them. “Peace and stability is in the govern- ment’s hands right now, because they control funding and legislation. The ball is in their court,” she told delegates at the OSSTF annual meeting. And so it is. But the irony is that while collective bargaining takes place at the individual board level, the Province provides the funding. Soon after taking office, the McGuinty government, cit- ing it’s deficit, called on teachers to be “reasonable” in salary demands in this round of bargaining. And then Education Minister Gerard Kennedy proposed to reward school boards that reach longer- term agreements with guaranteed fund- ing, outlining the amount boards could offer in each of the contract years. That prompted angry reactions from teachers who accused him of interference. Former education minister Janet Ecker once asked if I thought the govern- ment should take over bargaining with teachers. Frankly, I didn’t really have an answer for her. On one hand, it makes sense since the government controls the purse strings. Uniquely local contract issues would likely be lost. More im- portantly, the number of provincewide strikes would skyrocket. It just seems that trying to have it both ways isn’t working. Of course the other side of the coin is that teachers themselves, while pro- fessing to be staunch defenders of local bargaining, more and more are bargain- ing as provincial unions, co-ordinating work-to-rules like a row of dominos. Te achers hailed the defeat of the Con- servatives and welcomed the Liberal government. But it doesn’t seem they are prepared to be “reasonable” (read two per cent pay increase). Even though public elementary teachers received a substantial pay hike in the last contract, union president Rachel Gencey says two per cent isn’t going to cut it. Why should teachers bear the brunt of the govern- ment’s attempt to reign in the deficit, she asked. But if the Conservatives cut so much money out of the education system, as teachers claim, and the Liberals want to improve it but are cash-strapped, as they claim, you would think teachers would heroically say, ‘sure, for the next two years we’ll take a cost-of-living increase only so the government can fix up decay- ing schools and the like.’ Don’t hold your breath. Mike Ruta’s column appears every third Friday. E-mail mruta@durham region.com. Springtime is strike time Mike Ruta staff writer EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 7 P Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. 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He braves the elements He makes small talk with the neighbours He misses parts of his favourite T.V. shows . . . He’s the outside smoker Unsung Hero? We happen to think so . . He braves the elements He makes small talk with the neighbours He misses parts of his favourite T.V. shows . . . T hanks for smoking outside. F or more information contact your public health department. Production of this document has been made possible by a financial contribution from Health Canada Sohail Bharde Sales Representative 647-293-2505 Group Regal Realty 1331 Glennana Road, Pickering, Unit #43 3 BDR condo townhouse, 2 washrooms, fi nished bsmt with 1 BDR, close to all amenities, buses, GO station, Pickering Town Centre, neat & clean. OPEN HOUSE - March 26, 12pm - 4pm Blaze ruled accidental PICKERING — Vaughan Willard Public School won’t reopen until Tuesday as the clean up and repairs following a fire continue, the public school board said in a Wednesday press release. Durham Regional Police and fire crews were called to the Dixie Road school after a fire in the boiler room just after 8 p.m. on March 22. It’s estimated that the fire, which was ac- cidental, caused $40,000 in damage, police reported. “The fire was contained to the boil- er room and there were no injuries as a result of the fire,” Andrea Pidw- erbecki, the Durham District School Board’s communications manager, said in the press release. Classes were cancelled Wednes- day and Thursday, while Good Fri- day and Easter Monday were already scheduled days off for Vaughan Wil- lard students. Vaughan Willard fire causes $40,000 damage , closes school PICKERING — Blooming possibilities are available for your garden. Barbara Twiner, a certified horticultur- al technician and president of the Picker- ing Horticultural Society, is demonstrat- ing styles and techniques with container gardening at a free seminar Wednesday, April 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The session is in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central branch. Registration is required. To register or for information, call 905-831-6265 ext. 6243, 1-888-831- 6266 or e-mail help@picnet.org. Pickering horticulturist offers gardening ideas Andrew Norman/News Advertiser photo A Pickering fire department vehicle was on scene at Vaughan Willard Public School yesterday following a fire that caused $40,000 in damage. Foursome support diabetes research By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM — Imagine going to Rome and seeing the Coliseum and Forum, Saint Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and Trevi Fountain, all while raising money for a good cause. Melanie Riddell, 31, of Whitby and three friends will get that chance March 13 when they participate in the City of Rome Marathon as members of Team Diabetes — an international program of the Canadian Diabetes As- sociation that sends people around the world to compete in world-class marathons to raise money and awareness for diabetes. “It presented a good op- portunity to raise money for a good cause, to challenge myself physically and to trav- el as well,” said Ms. Riddell, a Grade 5 teacher at Bobby Orr Public School in Oshawa. “I’ve run half-marathons be- fore, but this will be my first full (one).” Ms. Riddell and fellow teacher Rhonda Dirkse of Oshawa — along with Tracey Weeks of Ajax and Jennifer Lee of Brooklin — have raised nearly $17,000 to compete in a marathon of their choice in destinations such as Rome, Honolulu, Iceland, Dublin or Amsterdam. “O ne of the girls I’m going with, her father has diabetes, and I have a lot of friends whose family members have diabetes,” explained Ms. Rid- dell, who has been in training since October to compete in the 42-kilometre run. “The training has been so long that now I’m just ready to do it,” Ms. Riddell said. “I don’t have a time goal. We’re hoping to finish between four and five hours. We’re going to take a camera with us on the course, and just really enjoy it and take pictures as we go.” She said she appreciates all the support she’s received since deciding to join Team Diabetes. Staff members at her school presented her with a $1,000 pledge in De- cember, and even her class is excited for her, with one student giving her a little pre- tend medal before she flies outs on March 10. “It’s amazing how much support I’ve gotten from friends and family. I’ve re- ally been touched by that, the generosity of people. I never expected it. When I’m at the 32k mark... I’ll think of all the people who got me there,” she said. “I’m going to be on top of the world when I fin- ish.” Geoff Cairns, a special events assistant with Team Diabetes, said the program has raised more than $5 mil- lion for diabetes research, education and community services since 1997. In the past year, 14 participants have come from Durham Re- gion. “Many of these people have dedicated so much time and effort and have shown a tremendous ability and willingness to do whatever it takes for the Team Diabetes program and the Canadian Diabetes Association. I know Melanie has done extremely well with her fundraising and that the Whitby community has been most supportive,” Mr. Cairns said. More than 2 million Cana- dians are living with diabetes and 20,000 new cases are di- agnosed each year. For more information, call 1-800-BAN- TING or go to www.teamdia- betes.ca. A/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. • A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. • Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. • Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. • A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. 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They have raised nearly $17,000 for diabetes aware- ness.Community news online at durhamregion.com By Peggy Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — A different form of scouting open to both boys and girls started in Ontario four years ago, with a view, its leaders say, to returning to the original program started by Scouting founder Lord Robert Baden-Powell. The Baden-Powell Scout Asso- ciation, (BPSA) and its leader, Com- missioner Adrian Crewson of Mis- sissauga were challenged by Scouts Canada in 2004 for using the words “Baden-Powell and “scouting,” say- ing they were copyright infringe- ments. The Ontario Ministry of Consum- er and Business Services agreed, giving its decision on Jan. 14, 2005, and instructing BPSA to change its name and not use the word “scout- ing” to identify itself. Mr. Crewson, along with other council members, changed the name to the Tradition- al Explorers’ Association Council (TEAC) of Ontario. According to Mr. Crewson, the group started with eight members in May 2000, and now has more than 600 boys and girls registered for its programs in Ontario. “It’s a return to the original pro- grams that are still quite applicable to today and traditional,” said Mr. Crewson, who has been involved in scouting since 1946. “I am pro- moting the program I grew up with and am used to, and I’m 75 so you can see there are no age limits. I am much indebted to Scouts (Canada), but they departed from the stan- dards.” Jennifer Austin, director of com- munications for Scouts Canada in Ottawa, said the application to have the BPSA change its name came after there was some confusion among parents about which group they were enrolling their children in. The new youth groups are sepa- rate from Scouts Canada but, in fact, mirror the original scouting pro- gram, using different group names such as Otters instead of Beavers for 5- to 7-year-olds, Timber Wolves instead of Cubs for 8- to 10-year- olds, Explorers instead of Scouts for 11- to 14-year-olds, Senior Explorers instead of Venturers for young men and women 15 to 17 years old, and Rover Knights instead of Rovers for those over 17 who want to remain as uniformed members or become leaders. Retired teacher Jim Noble of Newcastle is the leader of First Clar- ington group of TEAC, which meets at Trinity United Church in Bow- manville. He volunteered as a leader in Scouts Canada for 20 years before moving to the TEAC in September 2002. “The cost to join Scouts Canada had gone up two years ago to $135 plus the cost of the uniform and a book,” Mr. Noble said. “For many families it just wasn’t possible to put a boy into Scouts and hockey at the same time. People had to make a choice.” In the new group, the cost is $65 per child paid at registration, with $60 of the fee paying for insurance and the remaining $5 going to the group for administration costs. There are no paid employees. Scouts Canada, incorporated in 1914, is one of only two organiza- tions chartered by the World organi- zation of Scouting, Ms. Austin said. “This group (TEAC) started after Scouts Canada became a co-ed or- ganization,” she said. “They don’t agree with the uniforms and the way we are changing to attract youth and appeal to the needs of kids today.” Ms. Austin says it is important for Scouts Canada to reflect today’s society, adding that the uniform is less traditional but the program is much the same, set in the outdoors and teaching young people about leadership. durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 9 A/P CR-V EX model RD7785E shown SPECIAL PURCHASE FINANCING FROM 3.9%** Every CR-V is equipped with an extensive class-leading safety package including Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA™), Side Curtain Airbags and RealTime™4-Wheel Drive to deliver driving confidence on any road surface in any weather. 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Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo They’re no dummies AJAX — The Youth Centre came up with a lifesaver of a course for teens recently, offering CPR ‘A’ training. From left, Jillian Reynolds, Stephanie Cotter, Annamarie Sukraj, and Rebecca Dunsford practise with dummies. Fundraising night supports access program AJAX — The Durham Supervised Access Program, which is a part of the YMCA, is hosting an evening of laugh- ter at Yuk Yuk’s. The event is Thursday, April 7 at Yuk Yu k’s Comedy Club in Ajax, starting at 8 p.m. Two comedians will entertain, while there will also be door prizes and a si- lent auction raffle. Tickets are $12 each and there is a cash bar and pub food available for purchase. Guests must be age 19 or over to attend. All proceeds go to support the su- pervised access program, which pro- vides supervised visitation services to children whose parents have or are currently involved in separation or di- vorce. To purchase tickets or for more in- formation, call the program at 905- 619-4565 ext. 305. Get your ticket to laughter in Ajax He challenges youth to make a difference By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — A line of au- tograph seekers stretched the entire length of the Durham College gymnasium last Fri- day afternoon, but it wasn’t a movie star or pop singer that the masses were there to see. Expectantly clutching hardcover copies of Shake Hands With the Devil: The Failure of Humanity in Rwan- da, they came to shake hands with Romeo Dallaire, whose rousing speech brought hun- dreds to their feet earlier in the afternoon. The retired lieutenant-gen- eral spoke for an hour about the best-selling book, which details his harrowing expe- rience as force commander of the United Nations mis- sion to Rwanda in 1994, and the world’s failure to stop the 100-day massacre of 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus. His voice full of emotion, Lt.-Gen. Dallaire recounted how the UN and Western gov- ernments virtually ignored the genocide, drawing paral- lels between that tragedy and events currently unfolding in Darfur. “We have to revive activism on campus,” he concluded, stressing that young people have a major role to play in preventing future tragedies. “We have to make the next generation one that is aware and involved.” When asked how youth in Durham can make a differ- ence, Lt.-Gen. Dallaire sug- gested starting local branches of major non-governmental organizations, and lobbying businesses and politicians. Lamenting a decline in po- litically motivated youth, he also encouraged budding ac- tivists to shake up their less- motivated peers. “The only way to attack that attitude, is to be more in their face,” he said. “En- vironmentalists and people like that have learned that it’s important to make people feel your presence. You can’t be on the fringe of the main- stream.... You have to be the mainstream.” While Lt.-Gen. Dallaire is most widely known for his role in Rwanda and subse- quent book, the 58-year-old father of three is also a visit- ing lecturer at Harvard Uni- versity, an advisor to the De- partment of Foreign Affairs, and a rumoured candidate for the Senate. He has been invested in the Order of Canada and last month received a Pearson Peace Medal. “When you get to be my age, you’ve heard hundreds of thousands of speakers. But I’ve never heard anyone paint a picture the way you painted one today,” said Durham College president Dr. Gary Polonsky, thanking Lt.-Gen. 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SUNDAY, MARCH 27 CALENDAR CLUB: The 4 Sea- sons Bottle Collecting Club is visiting the Pickering Markets, 1400 Squires Beach Rd., from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and selling its products as well as offering free appraisals and details about the organization. MONDAY, MARCH 28 SENIORS CARPET BOWL- ING: Running from 9:20 to 11 a.m. every Monday and Thursday, the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club welcomes all seniors. A $10 fee applies to new members. The club plays at the St. Andrew’s Commu- nity Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., in Ajax. Call Evelyn Edwards at 905-683-2947. TUESDAY, MARCH 29 BUSINESS CLUB: The Durham Contact Business Exchange Club meets every Tuesday at 7 a.m. for a break- fast meeting at the Victoria Gardens Restaurant in Ajax, 570 Westney Rd. S. The non- profit club of small business owners meets for networking, exchanging ideas, promoting each other’s business and pro- viding leads. The restaurant is at 570 Westney Rd. S. (at Lake Driveway West). Call 905-428- 5733 or visit www.durhamcon- tactbusiness.com. PARENT SUPPORT: A parent support group meets locally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. For more information and for meeting location, visit www.apsgo.ca, or call 416-223-7444 or 1-800- 488-5666. HOSPITAL TALK: Representa- tives from Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital are the guests this week of the Ajax Senior Citizens’ Friendship Club’s Tuesday Morning Dis- cussion Group. Meetings are at the St. Andrew’s Commu- nity Centre, 46 Exeter Rd. in Ajax. Call Louise Johnson 905- 683-7799 at or Shirley Bruce at 905-428-8711 for details. CELLING YOUR SOUL: The Ajax-Pickering Diabetes Sup- port Group meets at 7 p.m. in the Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering, to discuss the topic of cellular nutrition. Those living with diabetes are encouraged to attend. Space is limited so to reserve a spot, call Barbara Lorne at 289-314- 7843. TOASTMASTERS CLUB: The Pickering Powerhouse Toast- masters Club invites anyone interested in improving and developing interview, leader- ship, public speaking, listening and other communication skills to its weekly meetings from 7 to 9 p.m. in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central branch. Call Sherrif Karamat at 905-509-6769 or Ron Vereggen at 905-837-9478. TAX STRATEGIES: Beginning at 7:45 a.m. with a continental breakfast, learn about taxation and how it relates to business at a Town of Ajax-led session. Located in the banquet room at the McLean Community Centre, 95 Magill Drive, the meeting gets underway at 8 a.m. followed at 9 a.m. with networking. RSVP to this free seminar by calling Alison Shep- pard at 905-683-3000, ext. 231. NUTRITIONAL WORKSHOP: This guide to healthy eating decisions and healthy weight loss is facilitated be Denise Ta ylor and will take place from 10:30 a.m. till 12 p.m. It will be held at the Durham West Arts Centre located on 72 B Old Kingston Road in Pickering Vil- lage. To register or for more information call Ameena or Terika at 905-427-7849 TENNIS REGISTRATION: The Dunmoore Tennis Club is holding registration for the 2005 season at the upper level of the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. It runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Room 3. Registration at this time also qualifies for an early bird draw. The club is located at the foot of Whites Road and newcomers are always welcome, Call Judy at 905- 420-8333. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 MEDITATION: Learn how to meditate at a Sahaja Yoga Meditation Class held each Wednesday at the Duffin’s Creek Co-op. The program is free and newcomers are always welcome. The class starts at 7 p.m. and the co-op is located at 1555 Finch Ave. Unit 76 in Pickering. For more information call Deo or Farida at 905-420-7252. ONE-PARENT SUPPORT: The One Parent Families Associa- tion, Ajax-Pickering chapter meets every Wednesday at the KMW Health Care Ser- vices, 158 Harwood Ave. Unit 22 in Ajax, for both custodial and non-custodial parents, whether your children are two or 42. Meetings are at 8 p.m., except for the first Wednesday of each month when it’s 8:30 a.m. Call 905-683-1082 or visit www.opfa.net. SENIORS WHIST: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club invites seniors to play Wednes- days, from 1:15 to 3:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd. in Ajax. There is a $10 membership fee for all new members. REGIONAL CHAIR’S AD- DRESS: Ajax and Pickering Board of Trade hosts the ad- dress from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Roger Anderson discusses current regional issues and economic development initia- tives. Address is at the Victo- rian Banquet Hall and the cost is $35 plus GST for members or $45 plus GST for future members. TOASTMASTERS CLUB: The Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters Club invites anyone interested in improving and developing quick thinking, self-confidence, personal growth, and speaking skills to its weekly meetings. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Pickering Nuclear Information Centre. Call Re- nata at 905-426-9786, Dianne at 905-619-6716, or visit www. toastmasters.org. HEAD INJURY: The Head Injury Association of Durham Region holds its Connections Ajax-Pickering session from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Games Room of the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd. Games, cards, conversation. Call 905- 723-2732. THURSDAY, MARCH 31 CHANGING HOMES: The Ajax-Pickering Christian Woman’s Club holds its March morning coffee session, with Judy Gibson offering spring into action ideas, Carol Beat- tie delivering fresh music, and Nancy Revie bringing her secrets on what motivates her year-round. All tie into the theme of turning your home from topsy-turvy to terrific. The session runs 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Annandale Golf Club, Church and Bayly streets, in Ajax. A charge of $8 at the door is collected, or $5 for first time guests. Com- plimentary nursery can be arranged by reservation. Call Janet at 905-427-3072. FRIDAY, APRIL 1 ADDICTION SUPPORT: The Serenity Group 12-step recov- ery program meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with addictions of all types, including co-depen- dency. A child-care program is available. All are welcome. Call Jim in the evenings at 905- 428-9431. NEW-TO-YOU SALE: From 7 to 8:30 p.m. join the St. Martin’s Anglican Church for its latest new-to-you Sale. Purchase clothing for the fam- ily, or browse a white elephant table, toys, and books. The church is at 1201 St. Martin’s Dr. in Pickering. Call 905-839- 4257. To have an item ap- pear in the billboard, send all the details by e-mail to news editor David Stell at dstell@durhamregion.com. A/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com ® AJAX See you along the way Call Us For Our Special Rates • Featuring 64 Guestrooms and Suites • Indoor Pool and Hot Tub • Meeting Room - Guest Laundry • Complimentary Continental Breakfast • Elevator - Copy and Fax Service • Children 12 and Under Free • Free high-speed internet access in lobby area. • Remote Control Cable TV 210 Westney Rd. S., Ajax For reservations call 905-428-6884 1-888-561-7666 www.super8ajax.com SM News Advertiser Billboard MARCH 25, 2005 TH !N N U A L #!.!$!g3 ,%! $).' 05",)# ! 4)/. & / 2 4/$!9g3 &)&49 0 , 5 3 , )&%349,% 3 3ENIORS D I R E C T O R Y ACTIVI T Y G U I D E 7HATgS INSIDE EASY TO R EAD LISTINGS F O R SENIORSg S E R V I C E S I N $ U R H A M RECREAT I O N A L P R O G R A M S AND SO M U C H MORE Watch for it! 7th Annual Seniors Directory & Activity Guide 2005 Coming in April. Does your business cater to the 50+ market? Call today to fi nd out how you can advertiser in this years directory. Call 905-683-5110 ext. 230 for more details durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 13 A/P more than you came for 60%ff men’s leather dress &casual shoes by Mantles™, Hunt Club & Grenadier Reg. $59.99-$70. Sale $23.99-$27.99. 40%ff women’s Warner’s fashion bras & co-ordinating panties 40%ff men’s Dockers socks and accessories 50%ff Bialletti fry pans Reg. $14.99-$24.99. Sale $7.99-$12.99. Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Everyday Bay Value, just-reduced,Power Buys, Manager’s Specials, licensed departments, Home Studio, Liz Claiborne Home, Vera Wang, Gluckstein Home, Mantles home fashions are excluded. When you see "POWER BUY" you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you. We may tell you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges for the same or a comparable quality item. Quantities of our Power Buys are limited – no rainchecks.When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in store for details. * 10% offer exclusions: cosmetics & fragrances, Gucci watches, electronics, music, video & gaming, software, computers, major appliances, furniture, mattresses, just-reduced items and licensed departments. Other exclusions may apply. See store for details. up to 30%ff selected Easter candy & chocolates up to 40%ff selected bedding 50%ff Claudia & Diana stemware buy 1, get the 2nd at 50 %ff feather & down pillows by Nautica, Laura Ashley and more. 2nd item must be of equal or lesser value. 55%ff 10 Kt. & 14 Kt. gold charms & lockets Semi-Annual Calvin Klein Event! 25 %ff • women’s socks, tights & lingerie •men’s selected underwear and all socks up to 10%ff appliances Example: Beaumark® washer/dryer. Model #56421/66421. Reg. $1019.98. Sale $917.98. 25%ff selected watches by Timex, Bulova, Levi’s, Casio, Cardinal, Sierra, Perry Ellis, Seiko Citizen and Wenger Swiss Excludes Ironman & Expedition. buy 1, get the 2nd at 50 %ff women’s, men’s &kids’ selected footwear. Second pair must be of equal or lesser value. Excludes Nine West, Easy Spirit, Skechers, Ecco & Cole Haan. 50%ff mattress sets by Simmons, Sealy and Stearns & Foster 30%ff women’s Algo dresses In our dress shop. buy 1, get 1 FREE regular- priced Jockey bras 2nd item must be of equal or lesser value. 30%ff women’s mac & jac fashions Includes “Tropical Punch” Collection, petites and Above Average. 30%ff women’s pantyhose, bodyshaping, socks, tights and slippers 25%-40%ff women’s &men’s selected designer fashions Includes women’s petites and Above Average. up to 40%ff women’s and men’s fashions & jeans by Tommy Hilfiger Denim, CK Jeans, Buffalo, Hollywood, Chaps Denim, Ikeda, Nautica Jeans and Point Zero 50%ff infants’ and girls’ Easter dresses 40%ff boys’ dresswear Sizes 2-16. 30%ff men’s dress shirts and ties 30%ff handbags by Mondani & Relic SATURDAY ONLY SPECIALS!May not be combined with any other offer. $5 off Cool Links stainless steel bracelet Receive one ELIZABETH ARDEN full-size product with your purchase of $35 or more.Buy one, choose one free from Second item must be different from the first item purchased and must be of equal or lesser value. Sorry, no rainchecks. Offer ends Tuesday, April 12th. While quantities last. Second item must accompany any returns. 25 %ff Beaumark® kitchenware and French White cookware sets 30%ff men’s fashions by Nike, Adidas & Reebok save an extra40% 15%ff living room, dining room & bedroom furniture up to 30%ff discontinued floor- sample appliances Off regular prices. on sale & clearance-priced merchandise save 10%*on regular-priced merchandise. *See below for exclusions. when you use your Hbc Credit Card Saturday, March 26th • women’s & men’s clearance-priced fashions & denim including designer brands. Excludes women’s I.N.C & Alfani. • women’s clearance-priced sleepwear, robes, fashion bras, panties, outerwear, accessories, watches & jewellery • women’s, men’s &kids’ shoes, boots and slippers • kids’ & infants’ clearance-priced sleepwear, fashions & outerwear Off last ticketed prices. 40%ff men’s Docker’s casual pants, shirts and knits from Warm Greetings to you To all Canadians of every culture celebrating during this holiday season A celebration of life - a Christian holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ 3 days after his crucifixion on Good Friday. It’s also a time to celebrate the rebirth of spring and enjoy the fun family tradition of Easter egg hunts. Happy Easter! Easter Sunday, March 27 th,2005. Sale in effect Saturday, March 26th. Our stores will be closed Good Friday, March 25th & Easter Sunday, March 27th. • Weekly • Bi-weekly • Monthly • Move in Move Out Time and money well spent! Call today for your no obligation estimate 1-866-683-4888 ® Registered trademark of Sears, licensed for use in Canada Maid Services Products and Services from the Company You Trust Call 310-CASH Need help getting it done? DURHAM — Satisfying your sweet tooth can help a good cause this spring. The 14th annual Chocolate Lovers Luncheon, raising money for the Al- zheimer Society of Durham Region, takes place Sunday, May 1, at 11:30 a.m. in the Guild Hall of the Holiday Inn Oshawa. Chocolate lovers will enjoy a full lunch, an array of chocolate desserts donated by local businesses and indi- viduals, entertainment that includes local Elvis impersonator James Begley, raffles and auctions. Channel 12 CHEX TV Durham host Dan Carter and Alzheimer Society board member Diana Smith will emcee the event. The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region is a non-profit organization of- fering support and education services for people with Alzheimer Disease or related dementia and their caregivers. Tickets for the luncheon are $50 . For more information, call Alzheimer Durham Region at 905-576-2567 or toll free at 1-888-301-1106, or visit www. alzheimerdurham.com. Sweet deal brings Alzheimer’s support By Joshua May Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Third World coun- tries are a first-class priority for Radha Soni. Having recently become in- volved with the ‘Reforestation Project’ in Peru, an initiative designed to assist in establish- ing sustainable agricultural projects, rainforest conserva- tion and reforestation efforts in the country, Ms. Soni is hoping to make a positive impact for the people of the region. An Ajacian since the age of four, the third-year student at To- ronto’s Ryerson University first learned of the project through postings at her school. “I just want to help in any way I can,” said Ms. Soni. “I have ties to Peru because of my cultural background and the number of friends I have that have either visited, or lived, in that country. I’m hoping to use some of my interest in biology as a tool to assist the effort.” A program derivative of the Volunteer Abroad Association, an international volunteer or- ganization dedicated to pro- moting cross-cultural learning that helps create global aware- ness, understanding between cultures and a platform for positive change, Ms. Soni is travelling to Peru for the entire month of July to support the cause. The trip’s cost, anticipated by Ms. Soni to be $2,500, is being raised through the youth’s fund- raising efforts in the form of letter-writing campaigns to cor- porate sponsors and by hosting make-up application and skin care workshops in Ajax and Pickering high schools. Majoring in business com- merce at Ryerson, Ms. Soni is hoping to use those skills as an asset for the yet-to-be-finalized sessions. “I’m in the process of setting up a few workshop sessions to help raise funds for the trip,” said Ms. Soni. “Currently there’s been interest from a few of the schools, namely Pickering High School, J. Clarke Richardson as well as Ajax High School. I’m hoping to solidify some dates for these events in the near fu- ture.” Determined to aid those less fortunate than herself, Ms. Soni is hoping more people will join Volunteer Abroad and donate their efforts to needy people all over the globe. “There’s many projects that still need volunteers,” said Ms. Soni. “Everyone needs to real- ize that these sorts of efforts make a considerable difference in others’ lives.” If you have a story to tell about a Good Neighbour who has gone above and beyond to help someone in a time of need, let us know by e-mailing dstell@durhamregion.com. A/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com Volunteering To Make a Difference Professionalism that works in a congenial, positive and thriving environment. United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge is seeking candidates for its Board of Trustees and Committees. Interested applicants should possess knowledge of the Ajax, Pickering and Uxbridge community and a keen interest in the continued quality of life of its citizens. Skills required will vary depending on the position of interest. Candidates with expertise in innovation in community development, professional fundraising, funding allocation and impact, accounting, or collaborative problem resolution will be considered. We are an equal opportunity organization and encourage applicants from all segments of our diverse community. Please forward a short résumé or CV to: Edna Klazek, Executive Director United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge Email: eklazek@uwayapu.org Fax: 905-686-0609 Mail: 230 Westney Road South, Suite 303 Ajax, ON L1S 7J5 For more information please call 905-686-0606. 2005 Regional Business Plans And Budgets This is to give notice that the Council of the Regional Municipality of Durham intends to review and adopt or amend and adopt the 2005 Regional Business Plans and Property Tax Budgets on April 13, 2005 for Regional Operations, the Police Services Board, Outside Agencies, Provincial Downloaded Pooled Services Costs, Solid Waste Management and related 2005 Regional Property Tax Rates. The review and adoption or amendment and adoption of the 2005 Business Plans and Budgets and related fees and charges will occur at the regularly scheduled Regional Council meeting which commences at 10:00 a.m. in the Regional Council Chambers located at 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario. Comments from the public are welcome in writing or by attending the Council meeting and presenting oral comments. Written comments may be forwarded to the Regional Clerk at the address indicated below. For inclusion in the Council agenda, receipt of written comments by noon Thursday, April 7, 2005 is requested. For further information regarding the Regional Council meeting, please contact the Regional Clerk at 905-668-7711 ext. 4243. Further information regarding the 2005 Business Plans and Budgets and related fees and charges is available at no cost upon request by contacting the Budgets, Economic Studies and Risk Management Division of the Region’s Finance Department at (905) 571-3311 ext. 6221. P. M. Madill Regional Clerk FF I N A N C E D E PA RT M E N T P U B L I C N O T I C E T h e R e g i o n a l M u n i c i p a l i t y o f D u r h a m 6 0 5 R o s s l a n d R o a d E a s t W h i t b y O N L 1 N 6 A 3 Te l e p h o n e (9 0 5 ) 6 6 8 -7 7 11 Going downtown for a great meal? Why? Joey Bravo’s has the most loyal customers in the GTA and is less than 15 minutes from most parts of Pickering Great Pizza, Pasta, Steaks, Veal, Chicken and Seafood Large and Reasonably Priced Wine List. BYOW in effect Attractive Dining Room and Seperately Ventilated Smoking Lounge 4505 Sheppard East (West of McCowan) 416-335-0120 www.joeybravos.com JJ o e y b r a v o ’ss ’s r i s t o r a n t e Call 310-CASH Need help getting it done? Reforestation a real concern for Ajax university student We’re online at durhamregion.com A.J. 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Customers interested in gardening have also been coming in to fi nd out what’s new for 2005. Every year many new plants are introduced into the market place, some have more hype and marketing which usually draws more requests for these plants. This year is no exception. There are many new annual fl owers growing right now to fi ll your planters and gardens in May. Every garden center carries a different selection, so it is best to stop in and fi nd and inquire what new varieties they will be carrying this spring. Pe r ennial plants (those that return each year) are still a growing trend and will see many new varieties this Spring. Perennial of 2005 is Hellebours, which is sought after by perennial enthusiasts everywhere and almost always in short supple. Many of these bloom extremely early, like right now!!! Many gardeners also collect hostas because of their wonderful foliage and indestructible nature, the hosta of the year for 2005 is the Strip Tease. Nursery plants take a little longer to grow than annuals and perennials so only a few new introductions are available each season. Now that your gardening appetite has been wetted, I’m sure you’ll make a trek to your favourite local garden centre to see what new items are growing or fi nd to a fi nd a special new plant for your own gardens. P.S. Did I forget to mention that pansies and violas are in full bloom and can be planted into containers to add a spring feel to your home. Picking up some unique summer fl owering bulbs now and starting them indoors will really start your gardening season! There is a great selections of dahlias, calla lilies and canna lilies and exotic oriental lilies that will really give your gardens or containers a dramatic and new look. Gardening with Gusto by Rick Pecman General Manager Pineridge Garden Gallery Gardening Fever How do you fi nd the right fl ooring to fi t into the overall décor style of your home? Flooring should complement your room’s look, not dominate it. Here are three tips to help you choose the ideal fl oor for your perfect room. • Identify your interior style, then select your fl ooring. Tr aditional interiors (elegant and formal), modern interiors (clean and functional) and casual interiors (warm and easy going) each function differently, depending your needs, and the role the room plays in your home. • If you’re afraid of colour on the walls, make a bold statement with the fl oors instead. Dark, exotic fl oors balance well with neutral, light walls. T ips for fi nding the perfect fl oor • If you love a house full of colour, select fl oors that are light or natural. This balance helps the room’s design elements sing and prevents walls and fl oors from competing for visual attention. Gap-resistant cork, linoleum, hardwood or laminate fl oors come in a range of fi nishes and colours for any décor. 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Traditionally, spring has been the season to inspire cleaner habits but as many Canadians know, fall represents a time of putting things to bed and tucking in for a few long months. Clearing space and organizing cooking tools makes food preparation quick and easy - starting with the fridge often sets the standard for the rest of the kitchen. A sparkling fridge and freezer not only look and smell good but are safer environments for food storage. Start with cleaning the fridge and freezer every six months and work your way up to every three. Eliminate “digging” in the freezer by: • Portioning frozen items prior to freezing so that space is maximized. Keep portions labeled with the date, type of food and use the item by date. • Freeze items as fl at as possible for better stacking. In order to maximize space, lay items to be frozen on a cookie sheet and place in the freezer. • Use a deep tray or bowl to keep frozen fruit and vegetables in one place and to avoid spillage • Date and keep an inventory to keep track of your stored food. Keep a pad of paper with a pen next to your freezer; list any food items going in and cross out the food items going out. To be more systematic, you can keep your inventory list in an indexed three-ring binder - one section for meats, one for vegetables etc. Tired of kitchen clutter? Organize your kitchen: • Free up cupboard space by attaching a pre-assembled stemware rack under a cabinet • Build the microwave into a cabinet to free up counter space • Convert a broom closet into a pullout pantry with adjustable shelves Conquering and controlling your kitchen contents • Reseal baking items such as chocolate chips and coconut to prevent spillage and to preserve freshness • Keep frequently used cooking items, such as olive oil, rock salt and black pepper, within arm’s reach from the stovetop • Organize loose items in drawers, such as, elastics, twist ties, and paper clips. A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com When driving through Pickering, be sure to drop in at The Amish Furniture Outlet located at Brock Road and Highway 401. Craig and Donna Stewart started this business eight years ago. They have been at their current location for over a year now and the response from the city has been phenomenal. “ We want to provide a pleasant and quick shopping experience for our customers” said Mr. Stewart. “Our main objective is to provide everyone with beautiful, hand crafted furniture at the lowest price possible” And as an added customer service feature, if you like an item, they can have it made to your specifi cations. “You don’t have to waste time going from store to store in the hopeless search to fi nd that perfect piece of furniture, we’ll make it for you,” said Mr. Stewart. Over 120 small custom furniture manufacturers throughout the United States Amish community supply Amish Furniture Outlet. All products are hand crafted in solid oak, cherry, maple and hickory. Delivery time usually ranges from four to 12 weeks. All items are delivered and set up in your home by their experienced staff members. “We want to stress to our customers that we are dealing directly with the craftsmen,” said Mr. Stewart. “We don’t have any middle men involved we can deliver the absolute lowest prices.” Amish Furniture Outlet is located at 1755 Pickering Parkway in Pickering. They will also be opening another Amish Fur niture Outlet located in Mississauga this May. For more information call 905-619-4554 or visit their website at www. amishfurnitureoutlet.ca. Amish Fu rniture O utlet To A dvertise in Home Sweet HomeTo Advertise in Home Sweet Home Call Christian-Ann at 905-683-5110Call Christian-Ann at 905-683-5110 Pickering Home & Leisure Centre 401 & Brock Road, Pickering 905-619-4554 Hwy #401 Pickering Home & Leisure Centre Amish Furniture Brock RoadCanadian Tire N BB rin g th e kid s, Brin g t h e ki ds, th ey’ll en jo y o u r they’ll e nj oy o ur p layro o m w h ile yo u sh o p !playr o o m w hil e y o u s h o p! 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To advertise inTo advertise in this special featurethis special feature call Lauren Gaylor atcall Lauren Gaylor at 905-683-5110 ext. 238905-683-5110 ext. 238 BUSINESS infodurhamregion.com BUSINESS NEWS We want to hear about your business achievements. If you have a story to tell, e-mail dstell@durhamregion.com Maringer will discuss potential partnerships PICKERING — Dr. Albert Mar- inger, president and chief execu- tive officer of Siemens Canada, will be visiting Pickering and the University of Ontario Institute of Te chnology next week. UOIT as a guest lecturer March 30. Siemens, a global leader in transportation technology, health care and energy, was recently rec- ognized as one of Canada’s top technology companies by Report on Business magazine. Dr. Mar- inger is responsible for the overall direction of Siemens activities in Canada. He previously served as the worldwide head of technical services for the Industrial Projects and Technical Service Group. During his visit to Durham We dnesday, March 30, he will de- liver a guest lecture at UOIT from 10 to 11 a.m. in room UA1140. All are welcome to attend. After speaking at UOIT, Dr. Maringer will wrap up his visit by meeting with some of Pickering’s key business owners and stake- holders. Potential investments and part- nerships will be discussed in rela- tion to the city’s positioning as a GTA gateway municipality and place of opportunity. Siemens Canada president talking business in Pickering By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM — A training pro- gram developed by the University of Ontario Institute of Technol- ogy for the Region is making work quicker and easier for municipal managers. The master’s certificate in munici- pal man- agement, called an “executive education program,” is aimed at senior man- agers who want to update their skills, said Terry Wu, director of the management development centre at UOIT. “The Region of Durham has re- alized that some of their managers need some training in different areas, especially in leadership, writing business cases, in prob- lem-solving,” he said. Many managers, when they were initially hired, may have been in other roles that did not require those skills or business degrees, Mr. Wu said. They may have had social work or history degrees. “Now that they’re in the man- agement position, they need some training,” he said. “That’s why we created this program, specifically for those people.” The 16-day program is held on Fridays, and teaches classes such as coaching, negotiating, project management and public-sector reforms. There are 24 managers attending, including staff from the local municipalities and Durham Regional police. The program has provided some “alternate thinking” for Ingrid Svelnis, the director of parks, rec- reation and culture for Uxbridge To w nship. “You have a chance to look at what you’re doing and a chance to see how someone else may handle it,” she said, adding that project planning has been her favourite course so far. “We’re getting to that time of year when we’re looking at capital projects and it’s nice to be able to do bigger thinking on it... es- pecially when you have multiple projects to manage.” The management program stu- dents will graduate June 10. Tr aining program makes quick work Ingrid Svelnis A/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker/Owner ****Licensed Assistant View these listings on-line @www.durhamregion.com FIRST Realty Ltd. BILL McLEAN* 905 831-3300 SAT. 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Selection may vary from store to store. Pick-up discounts not available on some items. See store for delivery included areas. Set-up of RTA and electronics not included. Not applicable to previous purchases and markdown items. See store for other convenient payment options. Custom orders require 25% deposit. All first time buyers must put down a 15% deposit on any financed pick-up purchase over $1,000. Unbelievable Sofa Price! Features soft chenille fabric with nail head trim and contrasting throw pillows.Chair $499 Loveseat $679 Slate Top Table $329 End Table $299 A/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 5 A/P A/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com ENTERTAINMENT durhamregion.com County Town Singers are ready to get to work Pickering Village United Church in Ajax hosts April 22 event DURHAM — An area choral group is planning a work-themed concert in Ajax next month. The County Town Singers will present an evening entitled ‘Nice Wo rk if you can get it!’ at the Pick- ering Village United Church in Ajax on Friday, April 22 starting at 8 p.m. Conducted by music director Barbara Ouellette, the choir’s mu- sical selections have been chosen to reflect the mood of several dif- ferent jobs. Songs to be preformed include ‘Be Our Guest’ from the Beauty and the Beast, ‘Operator’, and ‘Climb Every Mountain’ from The Sound of Music. Small ensemble selections are ‘Mr. Postman’, ‘Java Jive’, ‘The Dustman’ and much more. The Whitby-based County To wn Singers’ motto is ‘We sing for the love of it’. The group is known for its musical excellence and community service in Dur- ham Region. County Town Singers’ mem- bers come from across Durham, representing and reflecting the diversity of the area in which they perform. Tickets, at $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and youth, and $25 for a family, are available by calling the church at 905-683-4721, or by e-mailing pvuc@pvuc.ca, or at the door. Pickering Village United Church is at 300 Church St. N., Ajax, just north of Pickering High School. For more information, call the church or go online and visit www.pvuc.ca. Music of Second World War is back in style Concert marks 60th anniversary of VE Day DURHAM — In honour of the 60th anniversary of VE Day, Sim- coe Street United Church will hold a special concert April 29 and 30. The Music of the War Years, 1939 to 1945, features songs that were popular during the Second World War as well as displays of war memorabilia to inspect, such as flags, uniforms, posters, pic- tures, ration books, service med- als and more. The concerts are supported by navy, army and air force veter- ans’ groups and Legion branches. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. concerts are $10 per person and are avail- able at the church, located at 66 Simcoe St. S. Anyone with items they’d like to display at the concert or wish- ing more information, is asked to call 905-723-3183 or call 905-728- 8143. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo From left, Doug Finney, of the Royal Canadian Legion, Jim Lonergan of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Bill Askew of the Oshawa Civic Band and Royal Canadian Naval Veterans Association and Lt. Col. Leo Morin of the Ontario Regiment As- sociation, are preparing for their Music of the War Years concerts, April 29 and 30. Have your handcuffs, badge and hair spray ready Bullock returns for another turn as Miss Congeniality The following movies open in theatres this weekend Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous Directed by: John Pasquin Starring: Sandra Bullock, Regina King, Michael Caine. Rated PG-13 Having become a media celebri- ty after her heroic pageant exploits, Gracie Heart has been spending more time in the salons than at the shooting range. When her friends Cheryl and Stan are kidnapped, Gracie reluctantly teams up with a partner to save them. Her efforts put her in trouble with the FBI, which doesn’t want to lose its mascot and fears she is not up for the job anymore. Head- ing to Las Vegas to save her friends, Gracie must prove she still has what it takes to get the job done. Guess Who Directed By: Kevin Rodney Sul- livan Starring: Ashton Kutcher and Bernie Mac. Rated PG-13 When his daughter shows up at home with a new boyfriend, a pro- tective dad has a lot to say about him. The father of a proud African American family, dad has a lot of sarcastic remarks and twisted schemes to try to foil the relation- ship when he discovers she wants to marry this white man. Also opening this weekend is ‘D.E.B.S.’ Sandra Bullock has to prove herself all over again as a tough FBI agent in ‘Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous’. FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS durhamregion.com Check out artwork in other areas of Durham next month Studio tour features paintings and more DURHAM — Durham artists are featured in this year’s Lake Scugog Spring Studio Tour, April 30 to May 1. More than 40 artists will take part in the tour of 20 studios. Locations for tour stops are in and around the vicinity of scenic Lake Scugog and the town of Port Perry. The self-directed tour features paintings, jewelry, sculptures, pottery, woodwork, clothing and more. The free tour runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. 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(Just one minute south of the 401 off Brock Rd. before Bayly St.) SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com INSIDE A Pickering hockey player is part of the Frozen Four playdowns in U.S. collegiate women’s hockey. Page 32. Sports briefs MARCH 25, 2005 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Monarchs’ Sarah Stephen, at left, prepares to shoot — and score — the game winner on Monsignor Paul Dwyer Saints netminder Ashley Kelusky after receiving a pass from teammate Kayla Richard, at right. Tuesday’s replaying of the last 1:47 of the first overtime period became necessary after the Saints suc- cessfully lodged a complaint with the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) executive over a timeout that was asked for, but not awarded by game officials. Tuesday’s game was at the Pickering Recreation Complex. [ Tennis ]] Sign up for Sandy Beach tennis PICKERING — With the 2005 court season right around the cor- ner, the Sandy Beach Tennis club is conducting a series of sign-up sessions. The club’s registration days are Wednesday, March 30, from 7 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, April 2, from 10 a.m. to noon, in meeting Room 3 of the Pickering Recre- ation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. Sandy Beach offers a variety of league matches, competitive and non-competitive, in all levels, from beginners to advanced for junior and senior players. This year, besides a junior mini camp, the club’s offering a supervised ju- nior play program running Sunday, May 8 until August. Year-end tour- naments for seniors and juniors are also being planned and will be capped by a year-end dinner party. The club’s on Sandy Beach Road, south of Bayly Street. For more information, see the club representatives during the above registration dates or call Loida Woodford, membership director, at 905-831-1724. [ Baseball ] Durham girls ready for Giant diamond season DURHAM — The Durham Gi- ants Girls’ Fastball and Baseball organization is gearing up for its first season. The new association, started by Robin DaSilva of Ajax last year, was created to increase baseball playing opportunities for girls in Durham and south-central Ontario regions. The Giants will play a com- bined schedule of Premier League teams in fastball, and Central Ontario girls’ baseball teams. The combined schedule will result in more regular season games. Girls who are 18 years or younger, on or before Jan. 1, 2005, are permitted to play for the under-19 Giants. Tryouts are on March 29 and April 5 from 8:15 to 10:15 p.m. at William Dunbar Public School, 1030 Glenanna Rd., Picker- ing. On March 26, April 2 and April 9 tryouts will be at 10 a.m. at Na- tional Sports Centre, Whites Road and Hwy. 2, in Pickering. For more information, call DaSilva at 905-427-1863, e-mail at coach1089@hotmail.com, or visit www.f reewebs.com/durhamgiants. Portion of semifinal with Paul Dwyer replayed after Oshawa school wins protest By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — For the St. Mary Monarchs Catholic Secondary School varsity girls’ hockey team, it was, to quote former baseball great Yogi Berra, deja vu all over again. The Monarchs won the contro- versial Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) play- off semifinal game for a second time, posting a 2-1 victory over the Monsignor Paul Dwyer Saints of Oshawa at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex. Kayla Richard dished a pass to a waiting Sarah Stephen at the side of the net, sliding the puck past Paul Dwyer goaltender Ash- ley Kelusky for the game winner early in the second seven-minute, sudden-death overtime frame. The game-winning goal set off cries of ‘justice’ from the handful of St. Mary fans at the complex’s O’Brien rink. The replaying of the final 1:47 of the first overtime frame on Tues- day was made necessary after the LOSSA executive upheld a protest by Dwyer. The Saints weren’t al- lowed a timeout in the overtime session by the game officials, due to ice curfew constraints. St. Mary subsequently scored for a 2-1 overtime victory in a game played prior to the March break. The Saints’ protest was origi- nally disallowed by a panel of LOSSA hockey coaches, but it then proceeded to the LOSSA executive, where it was upheld on the basis league rules provide teams with a timeout, says St. Mary co-coach and LOSSA girls’ hockey league convener Ann Mahoney. As St. Mary co-coach, Mahoney declared a conflict of interest and didn’t participate in the vote. The Monarchs played the Dun- barton High School Spartans in the LOSSA championship game in Pickering on Thursday after- noon, with the result unavailable at press time. As the Monarchs are the two- time defending Ontario Federa- tion of School Athletic Associa- tion (OFSAA) champions, both St. Mary and Dunbarton receive automatic berths into the ‘AAAA’ championship in Orillia from March 29 to April 1. St. Mary co-coach Dino Cag- giula was relieved the semifinal, and the controversy surrounding it, was put to rest on Tuesday and his players had conquered an adverse situation to arrive in the final and sew up an OFSAA berth. “It was kind of anti-climactic. We really felt that the game was played under fair rules before. Both teams weren’t allowed a timeout. The kids showed a lot of courage, a lot of poise and I’m very proud of them. We stuck to the game plan and kept support- ing each other.” In fact, Caggiula and Mahoney noted that a team meeting was held with St. Mary players who discussed whether they would even replay the remaining por- tion of overtime, thus conceding the victory to Paul Dwyer. In the final analysis, however, passing up a chance to move on to OFSAA was something the Monarchs weren’t willing to consider. “There was discussion, but no vote,” says Mahoney. “They entertained a lot of thoughts, discussed options, but when we looked at the big option of not going to OFSAA, we decided to play. We did it once so we can do it again,” says Mahoney. Scoring the St. Mary goal from the first semifinal game was Chloe Masse, assisted by Stephen and Erin Small. Monarchs win game all over again durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 27 A/P PICKERING — Despite being two-time provincial champions, the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs got no respect from the organizers of the 2005 Ontario Federation of School Ath- letic Association (OFSAA) ‘AAAA’ girls’ hockey championships. The Monarchs are unranked, as the OFSAA committee seeded only the top-10 teams. 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Laundry, bal- cony, parking, Available immedi- ately. 905-434-2858 1-800-486- 9826 . 1-BDRM APT., Central Oshawa, parking, private entrance, gas fire- place, $750/mo inclusive. Avail. April lst. No dogs. First/last. (905)213-6593 1-BEDROOM apartment, Oshawa, beautiful knotted pine throughout, laundry, parking and utilities included. First/last. Avail- able immediately. $750/month. 416-383-3445 or 905-725-7644 1-BEDROOM Simcoe/Adelaide, hardwood floor, spacious, new fridge, inclusive $700 May1., 2- bedroom Simcoe/Olive, April 1, in- clusive $750, first & last, 905-924- 6075 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, avail- able for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $999.00 per month. One month free! Call (905)579- 7649 for an appointment. 2 BACHELORS,$635/inclusive, available immediately. 2 bed. available April 1st. $700+hydro, First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 2 BEDROOM APT.on quiet street, Wilson & Adelaide, Oshawa. Heat & water included, laundry facilities available. $950/mo., avail. April 1st. Ask for Doug 905-985-6442. 2 BEDROOM bright, newly reno- vated, open concept basement. Ajax. Laundry. Close to 401 & transit. $775+. 905-472-4702. 2 BEDROOM, LARGE, CLEAN, main floor apt. Excellent area, near Oshawa hospital. Eat-in kitchen, includes appliances, parking, & laundry. $795/mo. + utilities. Call Pat 905-263-2228. 2-bedroom basement, Oshawa. Newly renovated, clean/quiet, in- cludes heat, hydro, water, parking, shared laundry. No smoking/pets. $795/mo. April 1st. (905)434-7899 401/MARKHAM RD.Spacious 3 Bd. townhomes, fenced in back- yard, private garage& driveway, carpeted, family room, appliance & ceramic floors, www.realstar.ca ADELAIDE/RITSON,Oshawa, 1 and 2 bdrm. Available now, April/May 1 $680/mo. Parking, ap- pliances. First/last. (705)799-6803 AJAX - 2 bedroom walk-out base- ment apartment. Separate en- trance. Separate laundry facilities. $900/mo. Available April 1st. Call (905)426-5214. AJAX - BAYLY/BURCHER,one bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, eat in kitchen, 4 pc. bath, shared laundry facil- ities, parking, utilities and cable in- cluded. Close to all amenities. $750 per mo. lst/last. re- quired.(905)426-4379. AJAX - one bedroom basement apartment, $800 lst/last. suitable for single person. No smoking. Parking, utilities included. Avail- able immediately. (905) 683-5641. or (416) 315-9432 AJAX -Single bdrm. bsmnt. with spacious living room, dining, kitchen, full bathroom & separate entrance. Available April 1. $700/inclusive. No smoking/pets. 905-686-5862. AJAX CHURCH/HWY #2,Large 2-bedroom apt $950 includes util- ities., 3-bedroom apts., 1-1/2 baths, $1100 includes utilities. Both available June, in clean quiet bldg. 905-426-1161 AJAX TWO BEDROOM,for rent, share facilities, no pets. $450 per month. lst/last. Available April lst. Te lephone (416) 707-1889. AJAX Westney/Monarch. Avail- able immediately. Clean one-bed- room basement apt. sep entrance, no smoking/pets. Near all amen- ities. $700-inclusive. (905)427- 9551 AJAX,1-bdrm basement, near lake. Spacious, immaculate w/pri- vate entrance. Large windows, ce- ramics in kitchen & 4pc bath, $800-inclusive. First/last, referenc- es. No smoking/pets. (905)686- 0210 AJAX,Pickering Village 3-bdrm main floor. 5 appliances, 3-car parking, close to schools/shop- ping/transit. $1100/mo + 1/2 util- ities. Avail. now. Call Mike wkdays 905-427-4077 ext 24, even- ings/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 APRIL 1ST/ IMMEDIATE posses- sion Oshawa North,2 bdrm. apt. in small, quiet building. A/C, fully carpeted, $900/inclusive, first/last required, No pets. Phone 905- 718-0361. AVAIL. MAY 1ST 1-bdrm bsmt apt. in quiet home. Close to Oshawa Centre, large windows, full kitchen, laundry facilities. Suit working couple. $750/mo inclusive. (905)436-0565 AVAILABLE MAY 1.3 bedroom, Prince Albert, minutes to down- town Port Perry. Approx. 1,000 sq.ft. w/deck in 4-plex. $985/mo. + hydro.Brian 905-985-4300. BLOOR ST. EAST Oshawa Con- veniently located near No Frills, 401, 2 bedrooms $745+hydro ($50/mo) avail. April 1st. First/last/1-parking. Immaculate, nice, well-maintained, 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,immaculate 1&2 bedroom apartments available April. Rent includes appliances, utilities, laundry facilities & parking. Call 905-723-8302 or 905-666- 1074. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. Quiet location. Free parking. No smoking/pets. Adult lifestyle building. $765 util. includ- ed. Call 905-697-3491 BRAND NEW 1 bedroom base- ment apartment, Ajax location. $595/mo. Separate entrance. Par king. Laundry, Fridge, Stove. No pets. Available Immediately. (416)721-1314. BROCK/DELLBROOK,Pickering, 1628 Tawnberry St. 1 bedroom basement apartment, no pets/smoking. Shared laundry. Available April 1st. (905)428- 8025, 905-426-2400. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE, 1-bedroom basement apt. Clean and quiet, separate en- trance. Utilities, cable and parking included. $590/month. Suite single person. No smoking/pets. Avail- able immediately Call 905-576- 0180. COURTICE,2- bedroom lower lev- el. $850/mo all inclusive, parking, laundry, new carpet & appliances, first & last, Avail. April 1st. (905)665-1905 COURTICE,2-bdrm bsmt, 3pc bath, storage area, share kitchen & laundry. Close to all amenities. $600/mo includes cable, parking, utilities. April 1st. (905)434-1674 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - huge 2 bedroom heat, hot water, parking included, $880 per mo. lst./last Available Apr. lst. Call (416)520- 6392 or (905)669-4009 FOR RENT -Luxurious 2 bedroom basement apartment in a large home close to 401 & shopping! Bright & spacious, neutral decor, great condition! Only $850/month including utilities! (905)421-0110. FREE CRUISE Move in by April 1st & you may win a free vacation! Harwood & Bayly 2 bdrms $985 Renovated Units Call 310-7000 www.gotransglobe.com LARGE 1 BDRM APT, avail now. Simcoe St. North Oshawa. Appli- ances, laundry facilities, 1-parking. Call 905-720-0432 LARGE 2 BEDROOM APT., over Zinn's Restaurant, Port Perry. Ab- solutely no pets. $875.00 + elec- tricity. First/last. Call 905-985- 3583, leave message. LARGE 2-bdrm. apt. in small, clean, quiet, adult lifestyle bldg. Gibb/Montrave, Oshawa. Parking, laundry, storage, no pets. Avail- able May 1st. $700+hydro. 905- 439-1755, 905-725-9226. LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOUSE/APT.Fridge,stove. Wash- er & dryer hook-up. No smokers, no pets, available March 31. Port Perry. Days 905-985-8507, even- ings 905-985-8786. LARGE, BRIGHT 2 BEDROOM basement apartment, $900.00 month includes utilities and cable. Private entrance, Nash Road, Courtice. Available immediately. 905-433-2910. LITTLE BRITAIN - 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, negotiable; very large,spacious 3 bedroom apart- ment $800.00 + hydro, cable in- cluded. 705-786-0104. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY - 2 bed. basement apt. sep. entrance, big and bright, 5 min-. Go/shops. Quiet family home, No pets. Refer- ences, $900/mo./inclusive. April 1st. (905)831-3861 LIVERPOOL/FINCH - Pickering- one bedroom, gas fireplace, laun- dry, air, parking, full bath, storage area, cable & utilities included, available April 1st, $825/mo, no smoking, (416)436-8117. LOVELY, BRIGHT, FURNISHED 1 bedroom apartment. Well equipped kitchen w/walkout & ac- cess to lovely gardens. Long/short term. First/last. $850.00 (905)986- 1721. NESTLETON.Bright, spacious 1 bedroom apartment in country set- ting. Suitable for mature single. No smoking/pets. $800.00 month. References. 905-986-1576. NORTH OSHAWA -1 & 2 bed. apt. quiet building, cable, util. in- cluded. 1 bed. $795/mo. Call 905- 723-7183. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. All inclusive except laundry. Ajax, Westney/Hwy.2, near all amen- ities. No Pets. Avail. immediately. $500/first/last. Call (905)426-5350. ONE BEDROOM, 2-storey apt. 6' round window, solid oak cabinets, maple flooring, mood lighting, small private backyard, quiet. $1,000/mo. inclusive. First/las/ref- erences. King St. E. Oshawa. (905)579-8339 ONE LARGE BDRM w/walk-out, clean, parking, air, cable, applianc- es, fireplace, 4pc bath. Thick- son/401 Whitby. Avail. Immed./Apr.1, $795/mo inclusive, First/last, no smoking/pets. 905- 431-0202. OSHAWA - Bright one-bedroom main-floor, large yard, close to Hospital. No smoking/pets. Suit- able for mature responsible per- son. $575/mo+utilities available May 1st. Mike 905-697-8166 OSHAWA - spacious two (2) bed- room apts. in duplex, yard. Avail- able May 1st $975 incl. (fridge/stove), & June 1st $1000 incl. (newly renovated). (905)728- 1963 OSHAWA -Wilson/Taunton, Very large 3 bedroom, insuite laundry, parking. $1050 inclusive. No smoking. First/last. Call (416)409- 9549 or (905)472-5248. OSHAWA CENTRAL- luxurious, 2-bdrms. New bathroom/ kitchen/appliances. $750/monthly. Open for inspection, Friday, 4:00-6pm; Saturday & Sunday 3-5pm. 48 Simcoe St. N. (905)725-9473 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2 & 3-bed- rooms available. Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $750/mo. Call (905)723-0977. 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 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,Central Park/King area. Large 1-bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, 1-park- ing, $650/month all inclusive. No smoking/pets. Suitable for quiet working tenant. (905)721-9103 WHITBY - one bedroom basement apt. No pets/smoking. Private en- trance, $700. Days 905-619-9979. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 25, 2005, PAGE 29 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com B O W M A NVI L LE ’S BE S T LOC AT I 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 TO 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 OSHAWA, ONE BEDROOM FUR- NISHED basement apt. Utilities and parking included. Suit quiet working person or student. No smoking/pets. Near 401/bus stop. April 1st. $650. (905)434-8091 PICKERING -1 bdrm. bsmt. apt., bright, spacious, separate en- trance, laundry, cable, parking. in- cludes all utilities, avail. April 1. First/last, references, no smok- ing/pets. Call 416-518-9715 or 905-837-5453. PICKERING - 2 BEDROOM base- ment apt. Bright and spacious, No smoking/pets. Immediately. Bay- ly/Liverpool Pickering. Hydro, cable, parking, AC, (905)831-6120 PICKERING 1-bedroom basement apartment. Clean, quiet, close to GO, 401 and mall. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately (905)420-5873 PICKERING Major Oaks/Brock one-bedroom basement apt. Sep ent. parking, laundry, fridge/stove. No smoking/pets. $650-inclusive. Avail. immediately. (905)686-2823 PICKERING,bright spacious 1 bedroom basement apartment, eat-in kitchen, separate entrance, parking, utilities, no smoking/pets. Must see! 416-665-3351. PICKERING,furnished 1 bed- room basement apt., close to PTC, , transit/go, no smokers/pets, separate. entrance, laundry. Avail. April 1, (905)831-2322. PICKERING,Hwy#2/401. Luxury 2 bedroom/family room basement apartment, kitchen/living room, bathroom en-suite, separate en- trance, utilities included. $975, first/last. No smoking/pets. Avail- able April 1st. (905)420-4576 PICKERING- Whites/401, clean bright 1-bed. basement apt., sep- arate entrance, full kitchen, air, laundry, parking, cable+, utilities included. Non-smoking, first/last, April 1st. $800/mo. (905)837-0227 PICKERING-2 Bedroom Basement Apt. Rouge Valley area; Immacu- late cond. Cable & utilities Incl. No Pets & Non-Smoker. $900/mo;Apr 1st. 416-876-6025. 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 ROSEBANK/SHEPHERD,bright, 1 bedroom walk out, private en- trance, all inclusive, laundry, park- ing, no smoking or pets, (905)- 420-5789. SIMCOE ST. N.1 - one bedroom, 3 - two bedroom units, Oshawa, air, 5 appliances, Luxury apart- ments, 1 bed $1280. plus parking, 2 bedrooms $l,460. plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 SOUTH AJAX -ONE BEDROOM very bright and spacious basement apt. All appliances including laun- dry. Sep. entrance, parking, very clean, available April 1st., $775+utilities. 905-706-8171 or evenings 905-683-1300. SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM base- ment apartment, in Ajax, Westney/Rossland, refrigerator, stove, washer/dryer, near shop- ping plaza/transit. Separate en- trance, no smoking/pets, $950/mo. Available April lst. Couple pre- ferred. Call (905) 427-7388. TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available . Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult occu- pied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca TWO BEDROOM apartments available immediately. Clean, nice area, laundry facilities on premis- es. 1-parking spot per unit. Park Rd. S./Bloor St. area. Please call (905)571-4482 between 9a.m.-3p.m. for appointment. UXBRIDGE NEW!To wn- house/Apartment rentals. 2 bed- rooms, 4 appliances, aircond., pat- io/garden, parking, storage. 905- 852-4777 WHITBY Dundas and Brock. Sec- ond floor of triplex, large 3-bed- room , fridge/stove, coin wash, no pets. Parking, avail. April 1st. $1075/month inclusive. (905)983- 9082. 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 south- spacious 1&2 bedroom, $760 - $870, laundry, first/last, near Go, Available now or April 1st. Daytime viewings Mon- Fri. Days(905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY,immaculate 1 & 2 bdrm apartments available April 1st. $738 & $868, rent includes appli- ances, heat, parking and laundry facilities. 905-666-1074 or 905- 556-0455 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, MANNING/GARDEN, bright, spacious 2 bedroom walk- out basement, parking, no smok- ing/pets, near all amenities, avail- able to quiet individual(s), $900 lst/last, references, (905)665-5433. WHITBY-2-bedroom suites $840 - $860. all inclusive, close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5 Mon- day - Friday. (905)666-4589. AJAX,great condo by lake, 2brm, 2bth, 5 appliances (laundry), w/balc, fireplace, parking, pool, close to GO/Hwy. Avail. April l.st. $1190, no smoking/pets. Call 905-839-9818. 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 HOUSE - Oshawa. $900 + utilities. Available April 15th. First/last. Call for appt. 905- 579-7095. 3 BEDROOM sunny bungalow main floor. Ajax. New appliances, carpet. Large yard with deck. Near Pickering Beach Rd., 401 & transit. $1250+. 905-472-4702. A WHITBY DETACHED HOUSE @ Rossland/Thickson 4 bdrms, 2 1/2 baths, dbl garage, family rm w/fpl, $1350 mo.+ utilities, March 31, legal Bsmt apt. not incl., 1st/Last, prefer no Smoking/Pets. Tim Webster, Sutton Group Heri- tage 905 619-9500. 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 - THREE BEDROOM upper level, new kitchen, new bath, new windows, 4 appliances, a/c, laun- dry, close to all amenities. Avail. April 1st. 1 year lease. $1400/util- ities included. No pets. Fran 905- 619-3403. AJAX 3-bedroom bungalow, hard- wood, new kitchen, 3 appliances plus shared laundry, large lot, 2-parking, near all amenities. First/last, references. 905-683- 9213 AJAX, AVAILABLE Immediately bungalow with basement $1200 plus utilities. May 1st 3-bedroom bungalow, no basement, $1200 plus utilities. Dennis Morgan 416- 587-0060, (905)831-9500. AJAX, BY THE LAKE,cottage- type home, renovated 3-bedroom, just steps from Lake Ontario. Available May 1st. First/last, refer- ences. 416-717-0802. AJAX,main floor of semi, 3- bdrms, walk-out to deck, laundry, parking, Harwood/Bayly, no smok- ing/pets. $1150/mo+ 60% utilities. Avail. April 1st. (905)294-0760 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 -3 bedroom in Pick- ering. A 2 year old home so very modern & all appliance's included. The house is located on a quite street, Calvington drive, in Picker- ing just off Stroud's lane between Rosebank & Altona, backing onto a beautiful ravine. Occupancy date is May 1st 2005 & for all inquires, call Robert: 905-837-9064. NORTH OSHAWA,Taunton/Rit- son, 2-storey, 4-bedroom house. New hardwood, carpet, eat-in kitchen, fireplace, deck. Walk to shopping and transportation. $1350 plus utilities. Available (905)472-8947 OSHAWA Large 3-bdrm., main floor of house w/walkout to large deck and private fenced yard, parking. Close to amenities, on bus route. $1450/inclusive. Avail- able April 1. 905-706-4471. OSHAWA,Athol/Ritson, clean 2- bdrm main floor, parking, laundry, cable, a/c, $825/mo inclusive. Avail immediately. No pets/smok- ing. 416-717-2853 PICKERING - HERITAGE Farm House, 3.6 acres, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, large principle rooms, 2 fireplaces, sun- room, three detached stone sheds. Price $1,400./month+utilities. Call DMSI at 905-472-7300 ext. 229. PICKERING BROCK/HWY #2 two storey detached, newly renovat- ed/painted, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, a/c, appliances, deck. Near tran- sit/GO/401, 4-car capacity, no smoking/pets, $1350+2/3 utilities. April 1. (647)889-2647 PICKERING Major Oaks/Brock 2-storey detached, 3-bdrm, 3- bathrms, A/C, 6 new appl, pool/deck. Near GO/schools/shop- ping. No smoking/pets. first/last/references. $1400+util- ities, April 1. 905-655-1319 416- 270-3452 SIMCOE & TAUNTON,2+1 bed- room, 1 1/2 W/R, freshly painted house, avail. April 1, walk out to pvt. yard, 4 apts & more. Call (905)728-1692. WHITBY,2 yr. old. 3 bedroom 2-storey, appliances, garage, 2-parking, no basement, April 1st. $1500/mo. First/last/references. (905)434-8614 after 5 p.m. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.realstar.ca HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units . Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. LIVERPOOL/WATERFRONT - 3 bedroom, 3 baths, new executive townhome, cathedral ceiling in master, 5-appliances, near Go/401. Available April 1st. $1750+. (905)509-9674 NEW NORTH OSHAWA TOWN- HOME,extra-wide garage w/walk- through to fenced backyard. 3 bdrms., 3 bathrooms, 5 new appli- ances. Central air, eat-in kitchen. Non\smoking, first/last. $1200/mo.+utilities. Available May 1. Phone Andrew 905-404-6393. OSHAWA south 3 bedroom town- houses, close to schools, shop- ping. $975/month plus utilities. First/last. Available April/May 1st. 905-579-9956 or Toll-free 1-866- 922-6422. 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. AJAX,furnished or unfurnished rooms. Separate bathroom, use of house facilities. No smoking/pets. Rent negotiable. Avail. April 1st. (416)953-1429 or (416)865-5486. PICKERING,Dixie/Kingston Rd. large furnished room $450/400; in- cludes laundry/utilities. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. 1-bedroom basement apartment, separate en- trance, w/deck, $850/inclusive. Avail. immediately. (905)839- 3030. WHITBY - 2 LOWER LEVEL ROOMS, available immediately, $400/mo. all inclusive. First/last re- quired. Female/couple preferred. (905)665-4676 AJAX - Westney/Rossland. One bedroom. $450/mo. Non-smok- er/no pets. First/last. Share kitch- en, laundry, parking, cable includ- ed, female preferred. Available immediately. (905)428-3702. AJAX,one bedroom plus use of all facilities. No smoking/pets. $450/month, first/last. Call (905)428-1205 AT THICKSON/ROSSLAND, friendly people. Available April 1st, $450 monthly. Spotless bungalow, cable, internet, telephone, near bus,gazebo, must see. 905-723- 5653 or 416-827-3334. IMMACULATE furnished bsmt, share kitchen, absolutely no smok- ing/pets. Quiet employed male preferred. $550/mo includes util- ities, cable, laundry. Avail. now. (905)720-1533 or (905)767-5839 OSHAWA 3-BDRM. FURNISHED townhouse to share with non- smoker/drinker. Includes main floor laundry, 2 baths, heat/hydro, air-conditioning, parking. $500/mo. Call 905-434-7868. OSHAWA, Simcoe & Bloor. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities. Available April lst. 1st/last, $400/mo inclusive. Viewing (905)433-4088. PARK / HWY. 2 OSHAWA. Seeking non - smoking profes- sional to share all facilities. $460/mo/first/last, includes park- ing, cable, all utilities.. Call 905- 728-1850. PICKERING,Altona/Hwy 2, clean, large bedroom available in upscale neighbourhood. Includes cable, laundry, internet, parking, near all amenities, TTC and Pickering Tr ansit. $400/month. Female pre- ferred. (647)882-8237 WHITBY - share luxury house, master bedroom, ensuite, jacuzzi, fireplace, Parking, cable, short or long term, $750/inclusive., avail- able April 1st (416)427-7892 WHITBY,BRADLEY/ANDERSON. Own bedroom and bath, parking, 1st/last. $475/month. Available April 15th. (905)430-8585 1989 SIERRA COBRA, 39', front bedroom, back bunks, sleeps 10, lots of extras $10,500 obo. Call 705-324-8030 BALSAM LAKE Fenelon Falls Tr ailers for Sale on Sites, HK Cot- tages for rent. 1-877-887-2550 www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com GTX Seadoos 1995 matching pair, unbelievably low hours, excellent condition, a must see, with double bunk trailer, best offer stands please call 905-434-5686 FOUND: DOG, LHASA APSO, in the area of Rossland and Har- mony, Tuesday March 16th. May have in lost in Ajax/Pickering area last November, has been found in Oshawa. Call (905)723-0243 ATTRACTIVE successful gentle- man, 37, seeks attractive female black or Asian preferred, 18-40 for fun & travel. (905)213-9945 ENERGETIC 60'ISH LADY inde- pendant but looking for a male companion who enjoys theatre, music, travel and has a good sense of humour. Must be non- smoker and social drinker. Reply File #163, Oshawa This Week, 865 Farewell ST. Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7L5. SINCERE SINGLES introduction service. Specializing in long-term relationships. Toll Free 1-866-719- 9116. www.sinceresingles.ca. 1/2 price special, now on! LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. AMBERLEA area Home Day Care, over 20 years experience. Brenda Shedden, ECE, now ac- cepting infants through age seven. References Available. 905-831- 6806. FULL TIME LIVE-IN caregiver, children ages 3 & 6. Duties: pro- viding care assistance, pick up/drop off from school, accompa- ny to after school activities. Must have own vehicle. Ajax, Westney & Hwy. 2 area. For more informa- tion e-mail: rdhillon@sympati- co.ca. BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668- 8560 OR 1-800-659-0668 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. 2 SOFAS,custom-made tapestry, (taupe/green/cranberry) $495 each; occasional tables cherry fin- ish; Williamsburg chandelier $400; Greco Neat-Seat highchair, blue plaid, good condition $70. (905)420-2263 36" HITACHI color t.v., less than 2 yrs. old. Picture in picture. $750. firm. Custom Hitachi stand includ- ed with t.v. Phone after 5 p.m. Ask for John (905) 725-0858 5500 DIESEL generator, electric start. List price $3980 asking $3500 OBO Jim(905)434-5233 8-pc BEDROOM,light oak, like new, dresser, mirror, armoire, head/foot rails, 2 nights; RATTAN DINETTE, glass top, 4 arm, 2 swivel. 905-721-7202 A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Sales, Installation & Service Of All Makes. SALE! FTA $218, DishNet $257. Quick Installs. 7 Days A Week. (905)999-0362 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. APARTMENT SIZE washer/dryer, with stand and connection. $400. or best offer. (416) 677-1415 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 ASSORTED Sizes -Thermal Win- dows. Good for Cottage. Ranging from $25-$100. (905)839-2086. BAR FRIG – U-line CO75B – Used 12 months. New $1969. Ask- ing $1000.00. 905-372-2967 or milner@eagle.ca BBQ PARTS AT HANK'S APPLI- ANCES Refrigerators, $99/up. Washers, dryers $125/up. Stoves, $149/up. Visit our showroom. Large selection! Parts. 426 Simcoe St. S. (905)728-4043. BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416)748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905- 213-4669. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTER SHOW -great deals, laptop's $95.00. Palm Pilots, $10.00. P3PC's $99.00. Software, Books. Sunday March 27, 10am-4pm., Oshawa Holiday Inn (hwy 401/Harmony Rd.) Free admission. Call (416)261-1405, www.supercomputersale.ca 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. SPECIAL: While quantities last FREE CD/RW WITH P3/550 Complete system purchase from $279.00-$289.00; P3/933 (Complete, black) $379.00; P2/350 (Complete, desktop) $169.00; CD-RW upgrade only $30.00 w/system purchase. Other complete systems avail. Repairs at reasonable rates w/Free Pick-up and Delivery within Oshawa/Whit- by.Minimal Charge other areas. Interac, Visa & Mastercard accept- ed. Layaway Plans. Leasing now available OAC on New & Refur- bished Systems. 27 Warren Ave- nue,Oshawa (1 block east of Park/Bond). Call (905)576-9216 www.bitsandbytestech.com COOKTOP –36” DACOR electric, black glass top. 5 burner, touch controls. Model ETT365 New $2439. Asking $1200.00 905-372- 2967 or milner@eagle.ca CUSTOM KITCHEN,high end, solid maple, raised panel doors, butter yellow with stained oak ac- cents. Crown mouldings. Large is- land cabinets and 35+ linear feet of base and upper cabinets. Frig & dishwasher panels. 2 years old. Priced for quick sale $7500.00. 905-372-2967 or milner@eagle.ca DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. EXTRAORDINARY like new din- ning set, solid wood. 4 designer chairs, double pedestal table, Canted china deck and base, ma- son sideboard. $8,500 OBO. 905- 576-7277, 905-432-2102. FURNITURE, MUST SELL! Saturday, March 26th, 11:00am-5:00pm. 223 Rosedale Dr., Whitby. 5 sofa-beds, twin and queen. 2 complete sets of house- hold furnishings. No reasonable offer refused. (905)683-6863 HARDWOOD flooring 125-sq.ft. of Kempas engineered $400 (must take all). DO YOU HAVE HIGH- SPEED INTERNET? Make unlimit- ed US/Canada long distance calls for $19.99/month (U.S.) with VOIP. Buy the adaptor for $69.99+tax and enjoy crystal clear calls. (905)259-0320 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 MOVING. MUST SELL.Glass dining room table and 6 chairs, walnut bedroom set, entertainment unit, beige couch, laz-y-boy chair, 4 poster double headboard, foot- board. Best offer. (905)579-6656 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 PENN.DUTCH CORNER CUP- BOARD 1840'S, original milk paint inside, flawless condition, $2,500 OBO. Irish Pine Armoire from Wil- low County Cork, mint condition, detail trim, all original. 705-632- 1660. PIANO SALE-Huge Selection! March Break Special continues to March 31st, on all upright & grand pianos, also digital pianos. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc). Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons? Tr y our rent-to-own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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. PINBALL MACHINE,1985 Comet in good working condition, great fun, $800. obo. (905) 432-3426, (905) 439-0228 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 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package in- cluded. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. RECORD/ CD Collectable show. April 3, Thornhill Community Cen- tre. 7755 Bayview, 10 am-3:30pm. DVD's, Movie Posters, etc. Call 705-324-9116 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. RENTBELLEXPRESSVU.COM. Just $2.50 per receiver installed ! (24 month agreement) Channel packages from $25/m. Credit Card or chequing account required. 905- 723-6400 Square GRAND PIANO, 1870's - W.P.Emerson, mahogany, $1,000. Call 905-342-3236 Cas- tleton TARPS - Spring Clearance, 10% OFF until April 30th. Woven Poly Ta rps,all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7. - $90. (tax incl.) Call Bowmanville 905-623-5258. TOP OF LINE MAYTAG washer & dryer. Used 1 year. $1,600.00 new, asking $800.00 OBO. 905- 986-4002. ULTRAMATIC GENIUS Model K- BED adjustable bed, twin, extra long. head and foot massage units, ortho-reversible mattress, wireless remote control, removable side rails, purchased Oct/04- $3400, asking $2,000. (905)666- 2775. AJAX LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD - End of season special, best prices around, buy now for next year..905-424-1735. ONTARIO MIXED HARDWOOD - seasoned, delivered. Evening calls 705-484-0512. ~ GET APPROVED ~ Fee l i n g l i m i t e d b e c a u se o f : • NO CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • COLLECTIONS • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCES • REFUSED BY BANK C a ll D e r r i ck 9 0 5 -4 2 6 -0 0 5 1 Looking for a second chance at rebuilding your credit? With a variety of New & Used Import and Domestic Vehicles, put the past behind you - Start driving towards your new future today!! ezautoapproval.com 1-888-283-7701 Michael Boyer Pontiac www.ezautoloan.net 1-800-269-1687 '24 hrs. live' RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT, Port Perry. w/i cooler w/glass doors, ta- bles, chairs, pizza oven, cold ta- bles, grills, booths, etc. Cash & carry. 905-260-5680. 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 ADULT GERMAN SHEPHERD or Rottweiler for farm. Please call 905-885-0544 JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES $500. 2 female, 1 male, 10 weeks old. Dewormed, all shots. Call Patricia or Brian, (905)620-0814 brianvision@msn.com LAB adorable pups, CKC regis- tered, yellow, first shots, de- wormed, dew claws removed. Guaranteed $700. Call (905)743- 0933 PAPILLON PUPS 12 WEEKS- Males and Females. Call evenings or weekends 905-986-9955. SHIH TZU, PUREBRED male white, beautiful 2 yr old, good na- ture, available for breeding. Call Carol (905)430-3689 WOULD YOU ENJOY your DOG more if he were better trained? TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855 1989 CADILLAC DEVILLE,white, leather interior, E-tested, very nice luxury car, loaded. $2,499 or best offer.Telephone (905) 837-7714. 1991 DYNASTY LE V6, 3.3L, loaded, in excellent condition, ex- tra clean, no rust, runs like new, 195 Hwykms. Sacrafice $1975 SOLD. cert./emiss.. (905) 579- 0441. 1994 NISSAN QUEST XE. P/windows, P/locks, P/mirrors, P/steering, auto, A/C, V6, AM/FM Cassette. cruise, dual climate. Well maintained. $4500. (905)579-0602 1994 RED PONTIAC GRAND AM SE,2 door, fully loaded, 90k on engine. New all season tires. Runs & looks great. Certified and e-test- ed. $4,000.00 Call 905-982-0070 for details. 1995 CONCORD, as is or for parts, $500. 905-404-8676. 1995 MONTE CARLO, z34, $3,999., 1995 Mercury Cougar, $2,999., 1995 Windstar $2,999., 1994 Chrysler LHS $3,499.Others from $1,699. Certified and e-test- ed. (Kelly and Sons since 1976) (905) 683-7301 or (905) 424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM, 190kms, 4 cyl., automatic, AC, p.locks, am/fm CD, asking $3000. Call (905)576-3264 1997 FORD TAURUS LX, gold, certified, e-tested, 210,000km, loaded, sunroof, interior/exterior excellent condition, no rust. $3,950. (905)686-5244 1998 CHEV CAVALIER,4 dr, au- to, air, many new parts, excellent condition, reliable, $3950. Call 905-619-1091. 1999 TOYOTA CAMRY LE, origi- nal owner, loaded, keyless entry, power windows, sunroof, AM/FM CD, certified & e-tested, 135,000kms, $11,900. (905)428- 7867 1998 PONTIAC Grand Am 150,000kms, V6, $4,950; 1997 Chrysler Intrepid Sport, 120,000kms, loaded. 1998 Pon- tiac Grand Am 150,000kms, V6, $4,950; 1998 Plymouth Neon 180,000kms, $3,250; All certi- fied/e-tested, 4-dr, auto, air. (905)665-3222 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE LX, green/beige, automatic, a/c, cruise, p-windows, p-locks, high- way miles, very clean, well main- tained, certified, priced to sell $6,000. 905-373-4922. 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 a Car? Problem with credit? We can help! Call our credit specialist Julie Maitman at Ajax Nissan 905-686-0555 ext 224 1-800-565-6365 or e-mail sales@ajaxnissan.com NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2005 OR USED 96 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE (905) 767-0951 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY SLOW CREDIT NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT ALL CREDIT CHALLENGES NO APPLICATIONS REFUSED $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $$$$ A1 JOHNNY JUNKER. To ps all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655- 4609 or (416)286-6156. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). ABLE to pay cash for scrap vehi- cles, free pick-up. call Leo anytime (905)426-0357 ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans pay cash, free pick up, 905-424-3508. ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 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 1986 FORD 350 Diesel Cube van. $1500 O.B.O. (905)839-2086 or (416)523-6081. 1999 SILVERADO 2500 Extend- A-Cab 4X4, good condition. 160,000 km. $18,500.00 (905)986-4343. A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 25, 2005 www.durhamregion.com “MANUFACTURER’S SELL OFF” 11:00 A.M. START, 9:00 A.M. PREVIEW KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. North, Pickering, Ontario “ BIG ORANGE BARN” (3 mile north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) Victor Brewda, Auctioneer, acting under instructions shall sell a huge selection of new furniture and home décor by Public Auction. Many sought-after 3-piece sofa sets totaling approximately 15 units from the highest grade Italian leather to designer fabric in your choice of colours. North Carolina quality dining room suites, some with matching buffets and china cabinets in quality cherry, mahogany and oak, and our best ever of bedroom suites with sleigh beds, poster beds, Barcelona and California designed complete in 8 piece suites in Queen Anne, Victorian, Louis Phillip, and French accented designs. Huge assortment of antiques from local estates carefully selected, Victorian, Canadian and French country. Quality mattresses and boxspring sets in double, queen and king from the most economical to the highest quality pocket coil pillow top sets on the market. Unusual porcelain patterns, Limoge vases - Ironstone porcelain Royal Staffordshire, Murano glass, some of the finest handmade Persian carpets, grandfather clocks, curio cabinet, tea cabinets, high end Italian mirrors, 16-piece stainless steel pots & pans, full size casino slot machines. All top quality! All must be sold!Art for collections, Group of Seven, Bateman, Romance, Morrisseau (check your price guides, original work of art). This is a must sale to attend! If you have not attended one of our sales, your friends are hiding where they get their great buys. Antiques & Fine Furniture! We are Durham’s Best Kept Secret! “SPECIAL EASTER SUNDAY SALE” Auctioneer VICTOR BREWDA Member of O. A. A. Call 905-683-0041 or 1-800-567-6165 Fax 905-607-1131 SAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE HUNDREDS! SAVE THOUSANDSSAVE THOUSANDS Te rms: Visa, M/C, Amex, debit card, cash. No registration fee - 10% buyers premium. SUNDAY, MARCH 27th, 2005 Lots of Jewelry “SPECIAL EASTER SUNDAY SALE” 7th Annual Garden & Landscape Show April 8, 9, 10, Civic Auditorium Oshawa Only 2 booths left! Gardeners & Crafters welcome. Reserve your booth today. Sharon 905-579-4473 ex. 2285 Sponsored by Oshawa This Week The Ajax News Advertiser CONTEST WINNERS We would like to CONGRATULATE these following individuals on winning our "Easter Egg Colouring Contest" •Stephanie Sirillias •Paige Corsaut •Carmen Aguayo •Michelle Gauthier The random draw was held on Tu esday March 22nd, 2005. The Ajax News Advertiser would like to thank all those who entered. Please keep watching for future contest features. 2003 GMC SONOMA, 5 spd, stan- dard, extended cab. 46,000kms, Bleu. $12,000. (613)332-4930 1990 GM SAFARI New alternator, $1500-obo. (905)420-2263 1992 MAZDA MPV,4X4, B.C. ve- hicle, 142K, v6, new exhaust, new brakes, $2500. (905)725-1007 1994 DODGE RAM 350 1 ton car- go van. Roof rack, ready to pull. Safety & e-tested. $4,600. Call 905-427-8613. 1997 PONTIAC TRANSPORT, ex- tended, V6, auto, loaded, 7-passenger, $4,950; 1998 Chev- rolet Venture, 7-passenger, 4-dr, V6, fully loaded $4,950; Both cer- tified/e-tested. 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Call Tony 416-453-7466 email DVDMAGIC@sympatco.ca NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 25, 2005, PAGE 31 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 249 Coming Events 249 Coming Events 255 Announcements 255 Announcements Don’t Forget Our Classified Deadlines: Tues. 2:30 p.m. Wed. paper Thurs. 2:30 p.m. for Fri. paper Fri. 2:30 p.m. for Sun. paper TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Open to public from 1pm til 7pm (905) 576-9335 Book Now! Wednesday, May 18, 2005 Tosca Banquet Hall • 800 Champlain Ave., Oshawa Special Section: Sunday, May 15th, 2005 FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING This Week Oshawa • Whitby • Clarington This Week Oshawa • Whitby • Clarington PRESENTS FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO RESERVE YOUR BOOTH CALL YOUR CLASSIFIED SALES REPRESENTATIVE. 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A Better Place For You™ JODIE KEAST INSURANCE AGENCY INC. 102-339 Westney Rd. S., Ajax ON L1S 7J6 Bus: 905-683-6886 Res: 905-985-1786 Fax: 905-683-6380 Home Auto Life Investment Funds Group Business Farm Insurance/Financial Services J O D I E K E A S T J O D I E K E A S T,B.A., Agent JODIE KEAST Associates: Julie Bush Nancy Gibbons Elda Gorecky We are proud to support our community ... People First 980 Kingston Road Pickering, ON L1V 1B3 Te l: 905-839-6159 To ll Free: 800-327-5618 Fax: 905-839-7919 Great Prizes! HEY EVERYONE!! HAVE WE GOT A CONTEST FOR YOU!! 'ET &RAMED FOR YOUR #OMMUNITY !CT 0URCHASE A COPY OF ANY PA G E T H A T H A S APPEARED IN YOUR -ETROLA N D $ U R H A M 2EGION -EDIA 'ROUP NEW S P A P E R !JAX 0ICKERING /SHAWA 7HITBY #LARING TON 0 ORT 0ERRY 5XBRIDGE vXv #OLOUR EACH "LACK 7HIT E E A C H vXv #OLOUR EAC H "LACK 7HIT E EACH %LECTRONIC PDF FORMAT E A C H &/2 -/2% ).&/2-!4)/. # !,, A/P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com Nicole Ruta, Dartmouth move on to women’s Frozen Four of hockey Paul Ruta, New England College sidelined in quest for ice glory PICKERING — Nicole Ruta and her Dartmouth College Big Green wom- en’s hockey team have moved on to the Frozen Four of women’s hockey this weekend. Dartmouth (Hanover, New Hampshire), the runners-up in the Eastern College Athletic Confer- ence (ECAC) this season, face the top-ranked Uni- versity of Min- nesota Golden Gophers in the NCAA Division 1 final four at the University of New Hampshire’s Whittemore Centre, day (Friday) at 5 p.m. The Big Green advanced to the Frozen Four by win- ning their regional play- down over the University of Wisconsin Badgers 4- 3 at Dartmouth College’s Thompson Arena on Sat- urday night. The other semifinal pits the Harvard Univer- sity Crimson, the ECAC champs, against St. Law- rence College. The news wasn’t as good for Nicole’s brother, Paul, whose New England College Pilgrims were eliminated 5-2 by the host Middlebury College Panthers in the men’s NCAA Di- vision III Frozen Four in Middle- bury, Vermont. Middlebury went on to cap- ture the national title with a 5-0 victory over St. Thomas College from Minnesota. Nicole, a winger, is a freshman at Dartmouth College, hav- ing graduated from St. Mary Catholic Secondary School last year. Meanwhile, Paul — a centre/winger with the Pilgrims — completed his sophomore season at New England College in Hen- niker, New Hampshire. Nicole Ruta infodurhamregion.com Just one more way to get your news thanks to your friends at the NEWS ADVERTISER durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 33 A/P • Plays DVD(RW)’s , CD(RW)’s, SVCD, VCD and MP3’s • 30 station presets • Two video outputs • Ntsc/pal selectable • Dolby Digital 5.1 and dts • 6 channel line outputs (4 volt) • MP3 title display • Includes wireless remote control • Detachable motorized face ONLY $299.00 AUDIOVOX In-Dash DVD Player • ASK Technology, high-sensitivity and anti-jamming • Compact remote control with “Paging function (“vibration”, “beeping”, “LCD icon blinking”)” and power-saving • Power window auto roll up • 1/2 mile range • Dual-stage shock sensing • Remote sensor bypass, arming/disarming and trunk release • Auto lock/unlock ONLY $169.00 X-SHIELD • Two 36” bar • Two 48” bar • Mounting bracket • Includes transformer ONLY $169.99 RACTIVE Eurolite Universal LED UnderCar Kit NEON Under Kit @ ONLY $119.00 • 4 ohms • 800 Watts peak power • Freq. response - 25Hz - 800Hz • Sensitivity: 93 dB • 2 layer vented voice coil • 63.4 oz magnet Compare at $129.99 ONLY $109.00 KENWOOD 12” Car Subwoofer 10” Car Subwoofer ONLY $99.00 • 800 Watts peak /200 Watts RMS • High Temp 4-Layer voice coil • Rugged diecast aluminum chassis • Powerful 17 LB motor assembly • Designed for sealed or ported enclosure ONLY $149.99 CERWIN VEGA 12” Car Subwoofer 10” Car Subwoofer ONLY $129.99 • 200 Watts peak power, per pair • 4-8 Ohm compatible • Foam-roll air suspension edge Compare at 69.99 ONLY $39.99 AUDIOVOX Rampage • Slim Line DVD player • Two 7” LCD monitors • Two headphones • Remote control • AC adapter for home use • Plug in cigarette cable for car use • Custom designed bag Was $379.00 ON SALE $319.99 G2G GEAR Mobile DVD Dual 7” Monitors • ASK Technology, high-sensitivity and anti-jamming • Compact remote control with “Paging function (“vibration”, “beeping”, “LCD icon blinking”)” and power-saving • Power window auto roll up • 1/2 mile range • Dual-stage shock sensing • Remote sensor bypass, arming/disarming and trunk release • Auto lock/unlock ONLY $169.00 X-SHIELD • USB storage device/pen drive • Built-in recorder Was 69.99 ONLY $55.00 MP3 128 MP3 Player • 6-Key remote control • MP3 playback • Advanced d.sound technology • Up to 85 hours with 2 AA batteries ONLY $49.99 PA N ASONIC SLSX430 Portable CD Player • Integrated on/off switch and volume control knob • Compatible with source with single RCA plug input. PHILIPS 6.5” 30 Watt Powered Subwoofer ONLY $19.99 Get 2 For $35.00 • 3 color LCD display • CDR/CDRW Compatible • Remote Control • Clock & Timer • Power Output: 12.5 Watt/Channel • 2 Way Speaker System: 4” Woofer & 2” Tweeter ON SALE $89.99 KOSS Micro System With Subwoofer • Vertical load CD player • CD-R/RW compatible • Remote control • Mylar thin fl at panel speakers • Built-in subwoofer to enhance bass sound Was $69.99 ON SALE $59.99 KOSS “Eclipse” Micro System • Brand new • Convenient listening privacy in same room • Adjustable headband • 30-ft range from transmitter • Includes 2 AAA rechargeable batteries and charger • Brand new ONLY $49.99 RCA Infrared Wireless Stereo Headphones • VHS Hi-Fi Record/Playback • DVD, DVD-R/RW (Video Format), Audio CD, CD-R/RW • Progressive Scan • Audio Output (Coaxial) (DVD) • Rear Digital Audio Output (Coaxial) (DVD) ON SALE $75.00 EMERSON 4 Head VCR & DVD Player • Dual handset • Caller ID/Call waiting Caller ID • Intercom between handsets • Keypad on base • Brand new ONLY $44.99 GE 2.4 GHz 2-Handset Phone W/Answering Machine/Base Keypad Only $54.99 • 4 handset capabilities • DirectLink technology • Quick phone book access • Handset to handset call transfer • Speakerphone • Intercom/conference • 100 dynamic memory locations Compare AT $79.99 ON SALE $49.00 UNIDEN 2.4 GHz Phone W/Answering Machine • Digital Messaging System with digital message counter • 40-name & number Call Waiting Caller ID • Lighted keypad & LCD • 10-number memory Was 69.99 ON SALE $49.00 GE 5.8 GHz Digital Spread Spectrum Phone • 9-Sheet confetti-cut (cross cut) shredder • Cuts credit cards • Jumbo basket for home or small offi ce ON SALE $29.99 SYLVANIA Shredder • 50pk 4x DVD-R Spindle • 120 Min / 4.7 GB ONLY $24.99 each KODAK DVD-R Two F or $45 • Faster wheel scrolling • USB or PS/2 • PC or Mac compatible ONLY $14.99 MICROSOFT IntelliMouse Optical • Faster wheel scrolling • USB or PS/2 • PC or Mac compatible ONLY $12.99 labtec Optical Mouse • USB plug and play • 8 full action buttons • Instant response 8-way digital D-pad ONLY $9.99 MICROSOFT Gamepad • 100 pack of CD/DVD labels. • White face. • Suitable for use with inkjet or laser • Applicator Available for only $6.99 ONLY $7.99 Media Labels • Auto pause’n serve • Extra-large water fi ll area • Easy-fi ll fi lter basket • Unique hydro-clean system • Dishwasher safe carafe Compare at 24.99 ONLY $11.99 PROCTOR SILEX New 12-Cup Coffeemaker • Bakes 2 waffl es in minutes • Indicator light • Thermostatically controlled • Non-stick interior for easy clean-up ONLY $19.99 TOASTMASTER Waffl emaker • Removeable griddle for cleanning • Cooks eggs, bacon, pancakes, hash browns, burgers, steaks • 21”x10.5” nonstick cooking surface • Heat control 150-400 degrees F • Grease channel and slide-out grease cup ONLY $33.33 TOASTMASTER Electric Griddle • Blend master Hand Blender is effi cient • Well balanced • Easy to use and clean • Stainless-steel “S” blade and two-position fi ngertip speed control • Dishwasher safe Compare at $29.99 ON SALE $12.99 HAMILTON BEACH Hand Blender • Power pierce stainless steel cutting blade • Tall size opens any can • Cutting mechanism is detachable and dishwasher safe Compare at $29.99 ON SALE $12.99 OSTER Can Opener • Includes 10.5” X 4 dinner plates 7.50” X 4 dessert plates 6.25” X 4 bowls 12oz X 4 mugs $15.00 ea Or 2 For $25.00 COCA COLA BRAND 16pc Dinnerware Set • Includes 10.5” x 4 dinner plates 7.50” x 4 dessert plates 8.50” x 4 bowls 15oz x 4 mugs $12.99 each or 2 for $20 GIBSON Antique Pear 16pc Dinnerware Set • 10.5” dinner plates $1.49/each • 7.50” dessert plates $1.29/each • 6.25” bowls $1.29/each • 12oz mugs $1.00/2 pcs We Also Sell Dinnerware In Singles • 10.5” dinner plate GIBSON Sangria Shades $2.49 each • 6.25” Bowls $1.49 each 7.50” dessert plates $0.89ea 5.25” bowls $0.89ea 15oz mugs $0.89ea GIBSON Sensatinos Sage GIBSON Roseland Fine Ceramic Covered Teapot $2.99 each or 2 for $4.99 All Gibson Dinnerware Is Microwave & Dishwasher Safe DURHAM LIQUIDATION 18 Harwood Ave. S. 905-427-3005 THESE PRICES WON’T LAST FOR LONG Kingston Rd. W. Harwood Av e. S. REVLON, REVLON, REVLON, REVLON, REVLON, REVLON & MORE Revlon special value set $5.99/set Revlon Lip Glide or Eye glides for only $5.99 Revlon Luminous Cream Shadow for only $9.99 Revlon lipsticks for only 2.99ea or 4 for $10.00 Revlon Colour stay and moisture stay for only $3.99 Revlon Color Stay Foundation for only $7.99 Revlon Age Defying Makeup for only $7.99 Revlon Color stay powder for only $7.99 Revlon Blushes for only $5.99 Revlon Lip glosses for only $3.99 Revlon Mascara & Pencil for only $7.99/pk All Biore Skin Care Products $4.99 & up Almay Kinetin Skincare $9.99 Almay Bright eye mascara $5.99/pk CLAIROL Hair colour only$3.99 each or 3 for $10.00 A/P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com It was easy. They bought a Marshall Solar+Home in Copperfield. The single simplest way to reduce energy consumption in your life is to use less at home. And unless you really like the idea of retrofitting your home with all the latest energy saving technology, you’ll find the Marshall Solar+Home is your most elegant solution. Our houses meet or exceed ENERGY STAR ®specifications, some of the most demanding energy efficiency criteria to ever challenge a builder. Our qualifying package uses high quality insulation, doors, and windows, combined with a state of the art furnace and ventilating system, plus there’s our Active-Solar hot water system, and guess what? We beat the challenge by more than two tonnes. Not only that, we did it without sacrificing the look of your home. Do you see the solar panel? Look again, it’s installed flush with the surface of the garage roof so it doesn’t intrude. There’s just no reason why conserving energy should have to mean major sacrifices to your lifestyle and the value of your home. Even so, if you find it a little hard to save energy why not let your home do it for you? Decorated models will be ready to view March 12 and we have prepared a little demonstration room in one of the models that explains things in more detail. Come and see for yourself how it works, and why it makes more sense than ever to make the move up now. While you’ve still got the energy for it. e,&o.e. T HEY STILL TURN THE HEAT UP. T HEY STILL TAKE LONG SHOWERS.AND LOOK WHAT THEY DRIVE. Y ET,THEY BEAT THE ONE-TONNE CHALLENGE BY MORE THAN TWO TONNES. H OW? 1547-3422 sq.ft. $272,990-$411,990 Sales Center open M-Th 1pm-7pm, Sat-Sun 11am-6pm, closed Fri 1-866-302-4419 www.mycopperfield.ca 401 KING ST. E. ROSSLAND RD. W. TAUNTON RD. E.HARMONY RD. N.SIMCOE ST. N. HOMES of LASTING CHARACTER DECORATED MODELS OPEN MARCH 12 durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 PAGE 35 A/P I want a semi for the price of a town!I want a semi for the price of a town! • Live near GO, woods & downtown • Elegant enclave near the Lake • Beautiful 3 & 4 bedroom plans • Spa-style ensuites • Gourmet kitchen/Great Rooms • Access from garage to backyard GRAND MODEL OPENING $220’sFrom the sidebysidesemis WE HEAR YOU!At our Grand Model Opening in Ajax our incredible sidebysidesemis are separated from the garage back, giving direct access to your backyard. THE ROYAL VIKING MODEL HOURS: Mon.-Thurs.: 1 pm - 8 pm, Sat., Sun. & Hol. 11 am - 6 pm, Fri. by appt.Prices & info. are subject to change without notice. Map not to scale. E. & O.E. $20,000 ADVANTAGE TM TM nationalhomes.com A/P PAGE 36 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 2005 durhamregion.com A LITTLE BIT OF PARADISE Carruther’s Creek Golf and Country Club NOWHERE IN DURHAM IS THERE AS MUCH EXCITEMENT 650 Lake Ridge Rd. Ajax 905-426-GOLF (4653)Brock St. Hwy 12proshop@carrutherscreekgolf.ca www.carrutherscreekgolf.ca Perfect your game on our Driving Range featuring beautifully manicured Bent Grass hitting stations, several target areas. Our nine-hole Par 3 course offers the new or time conscious golfer a “walk in the park” alongside the meandering Carruther’s Creek. The contoured sand traps, mature trees, rolling fairways, doglegs and island tee-offs will make a memory to talk about. The difference of the experience will draw you back again and again. CHALLENGING PAR 3 COURSE We ’ve turned over a New Blade of Grass! Reminiscent of the contoured green grass putting park of St. Andrews, Scotland, we have a new dimension to add to your golfi ng experience. The challenge of calculating the best approach through the curves will reward you with satisfaction. Whether your’re 5 or 95, this is a game for you! BENT GRASS PUTTING PARK This course can be played either as nine or eighteen holes, depending on your time allowance. Scenic views of spacious, rolling fairways carved out of a mature forest and farmer’s fi elds. Elevation changes, wetland preserves connected by a wooden boardwalk create an atmosphere uniquely different from other courses. Add to that a pleasant lake breeze to cool you on those hot summer days, and you have the ultimate golf experience. CHAMPIONSHIP PAR 36 Carruther’s Creek The Spa at The spa, nestled in the Carruther’s Creek Golf and Country Club, offers full esthetic and registered massage services. Male and female esthetic services and bridal parties, girls get-togehters, buff & puff manicures $19 plus tax. Yoga and spa lunches are available. Call us at 905-426-5005 or visit www.theccspa.com Carruther’s Creek Banquet and Catering We cater to every culinary need. From cocktail receptions to formal meals extraordinaire. Weddings, retirement, birthdays, all family and corporate gatherings. Call today to book your reservation. DRIVING RANGE - NOW OPEN!!